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LGBTQ+ Youth with Camp Brave Trails, Anti-Vax Partner, and Boredom Part 1 Mar 16, 2022

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Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Q8xsdzcqqsocYiJFnJjQrXfGoRh9xqEG_UZ7QKrgYw8/edit?usp=sharing Is Allison lying about her ant named Martin? Is this like Teresa the Turtle all over again? Who is Bob-Fred? First, a listener writes in and asks for advice about handling her boyfriend, who comes from an adamantly anti-vax family. Then, the duo is joined by Kayla Weissbuch of Camp Brave Trails, an organization with programming for LGBTQ+ youth including a summer camp. They talk about the recent political attacks against queer and trans youth, the need for inclusive and affirming spaces, and advice for parents of LGBTQ young people. There are (amny) tears! And finally, Gaby, Allison and Melisa tried to talk about boredom and it got... way out of hand. This has been a Forever Dog production Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey, and Tracy Soren To listen to this podcast ad-free Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus Check out video clips of our podcasts on Youtube at youtube.com/foreverdogteam And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog News
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Fighting Fast Fashion with Ayesha Barenblat, Dating With A Disability and Changing Your Name Mar 09, 2022

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Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hEyP0rgiYF6ek7sL2QvQ_KZSxcAinVsyWezXysmuNHs/edit?usp=sharing Allison is having a rough recovery from knee surgery and would like to be magically better please! The duo then answer a listener's question about dating despite having to be financially dependent on her parents due to a disability. They're then joined by activist Ayesha Barenblat to talk about fighting fast fashion, promoting sustainability and helping garment workers get fair pay. And finally, changing your name! When is it the right decision? And why are there so many forms?! This has been a Forever Dog production Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey, and Tracy Soren To listen to this podcast ad-free Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus Check out video clips of our podcasts on Youtube at youtube.com/foreverdogteam And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog News
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Burnout with Dr. Shelly Bhowmik, Your Partner's Financial Literacy and Surgery Mar 02, 2022

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Transcription? https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yBjfE21eWi9lZv6fp1-mCz4IrLv65xPE22udHkcbWNU/edit?usp=sharing Allison had major knee surgery and she is ....not okay. More importantly, she wants to talk about how Gaby and their partner introduced their parents to each other! Love! The duo then answer a listener's question about navigating financial differences with a partner who isn't interested in talking about money. Dr. Shelly Bhowmik then joins the chat to talk all about burnout; what it is, how to notice it and how to try to combat it. And finally, the saga of Allison's knee surgery. Turns out, it's not a great time. Send her all your good vibes!!! (Unless of course, she did commit arson.) The interview contains mentions of suicide. The topix section discusses surgery and blood. Please take care when listening. This has been a Forever Dog production Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey, and Tracy Soren To listen to this podcast ad-free Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus Check out video clips of our podcasts on Youtube at youtube.com/foreverdogteam And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog News
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Progressive Politics with City Council Candidates Hugo Soto-Martinez and Eunisses Hernandez, Your Partner Wanting to Break Up and Technology Feb 23, 2022

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Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tgbArAKVM8xm5pbcBr3lWUcJaHIW1b_GeLJZ-xWrJWI/edit?usp=sharing Gaby and Allison start off by sharing some misadventures with duvet covers. (Very scandalous!) They then try to help a listener whose partner wants to break up with her because he needs to focus on his mental health. City council candidates Hugo Soto-Martinez and Eunisses Hernandez then join the chat to talk grassroots movements, failing our citizens and the power of organizers. And finally, technology! Friend? Foe? Both?! This has been a Forever Dog production Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey, and Tracy Soren To listen to this podcast ad-free Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus Check out video clips of our podcasts on Youtube at youtube.com/foreverdogteam And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog News
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Multi-Level Marketing with Anti-MLM Activist Roberta Blevins, Revealing Your Mental Health Symptoms to a Partner and Facing Your Fears Feb 16, 2022

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Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JzeNliWUvW3nww00UfKtYsu21np3HhenQ4H3jTNq9a0/edit?usp=sharing First, Gaby shares their experience partying at gay bars with the Lebanese queer metal band Slave To Sirens and how it made them appreciate being openly queer again. The duo then answer a listener's question about hiding her flaws and mental health symptoms from her "perfect" long distance boyfriend. Next, Roberta Blevins, star of the LulaRich documentary, joins the show to talk about her experience in multi-level marketing pyramid schemes, how to spot and avoid them, and the emotional and financial ramifications of these scams. And finally, facing your fears. Gaby says vulnerability sucks. But not as much as sleep paralysis. Luckily, Allison has some real-world advice. ALSO JOIN HER SUBSTACK: emotionalsupportlady.substack.com! This has been a Forever Dog production Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey, and Tracy Soren To listen to this podcast ad-free Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus Check out video clips of our podcasts on Youtube at youtube.com/foreverdogteam And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog News
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Sexological Bodywork with Dolly Josette, Falling For Broken People, and Moving Feb 09, 2022

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Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/195iXMwEVpUJYPaJL5K5xoALyuLzAIFiee3TihXbpGkA/edit?usp=sharing First, Gaby and Allison respond to a listener who is concerned that they always fall for "broken people." They then interview Dolly Josette about sexological bodywork, how touch can be healing and the importance of connecting with your body. And finally, Melisa joins to talk about all the emotions and stress tied to everyone's least favorite activity: moving! This has been a Forever Dog production Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey, and Tracy Soren To listen to this podcast ad-free Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus Check out video clips of our podcasts on Youtube at youtube.com/foreverdogteam And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog News
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The Future of Veganism with Roanne Van Voorst, the Pressure of Societal Beauty Standards and Nostalgia Feb 02, 2022

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Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sZMhHjHARh0V_Uof2ILq0sj_z8nMUXrOgNM4Fn2Ex1E/edit?usp=sharing Gossip! Good, bad or feathers? Wait, what? Who is someone you really like? First, the duo answer a listener's question about their close relationship with their father being impacted by how often he comments on women's beauty and pushes beauty standards on her. It opens up a huge conversation about our looks-based society. Then, they interview future-anthropologist Roanne Van Voost about veganism, climate change, and a world where eating animals becomes as taboo as smoking cigarettes. And finally, nostalgia! Producer Melisa joins us to talk about what we are nostalgic for. Lite Brite for the win. This has been a Forever Dog production Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey, and Tracy Soren To listen to this podcast ad-free Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus Check out video clips of our podcasts on Youtube at youtube.com/foreverdogteam And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog News
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Writing Cult Classics with Kiwi Smith, Accepting Anxiety, and Celebrity Deaths Jan 26, 2022

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Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1d4bgG0TOOIYK4EZD7sCxBP8TI5VMvvC2sNjxnB7cTU8/edit?usp=sharing Gaby starts off by sharing some hot tips from their couples therapist. The duo then tackle a listener's question on how to accept that their anxiety will be a constant in their life. Screenwriter Kiwi Smith then joins in to talk about her work on early 00s female-led rom coms including 10 Things I Hate About You, Legally Blonde, and She's The Man. What is it like to have written such culturally iconic films? What's the secret sauce? Why the heck don't we have movies like this today!? And finally, celebrity deaths and the idea of public mourning. Good? Bad? Helpful? This has been a Forever Dog production Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey, and Tracy Soren. To listen to this podcast ad-free Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus Check out video clips of our podcasts on Youtube at youtube.com/foreverdogteam And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog News
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Resolving Twitter Beefs with YA Author Becky Albertalli, Crushing On Your Roommate, and Big Life Changes Jan 19, 2022

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TW: Brief mentions of suicide during the interview Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X4iamS349L2kjNL8LBCQz56Ffv0gy0OvpaFFF12fKp4/edit?usp=sharing First up, doggie DNA tests! Are they reliable? And is Sugar even a dog at all? Gaby and Allison then shift gears to give a listener advice on how to approach her romantic feelings for her roommate who has a new boyfriend. They then interview YA superstar Becky Albertalli about book fandom, her own queerness, and the reconciliation of a huge Twitter beef between her and Gaby. (Very juicy, would recommend!) And finally, Allison has a big life change to announce! Life is a rollercoaster, baby! This has been a Forever Dog production Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio and Alex Ramsey To listen to this podcast ad-free Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus Check out video clips of our podcasts on Youtube at youtube.com/foreverdogteam And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram
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Romance Novels with Jackie Kashian, Dating Again After A HORRIBLE Breakup, and Family Loyalty Jan 12, 2022

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Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/16bQpQ4VDE3uvNeFGDon4qfcJfMolLdtX6dO1s2WDFF8/edit?usp=sharing First, Gaby calls a motel and finds that the front desk people are not very good liars. Then, the duo respond to a listener who is trying to date again after being left in a horrible manner by her ex-fiance--something Allison has a lot of experience and advice about. Next, they talk to comedian and romance novel aficionado Jackie Kashian all about romance novels as a genre, how women fans are devalued, and the ways women are portrayed in media written by women compared to media written by men. And finally, family loyalty. Would you put yourself at risk for a sibling who broke the law? Looking at you Chris Cuomo! Tw: discussion of rape fantasies, rape in soap operas and novels, sexism, racism This has been a Forever Dog production Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio and Alex Ramsey To listen to this podcast ad-free Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus Check out video clips of our podcasts on Youtube at youtube.com/foreverdogteam And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram
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