The Unsettled Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Virginia Is For Lovers May 05, 2022

This week the ladies are celebrating Ashley’s birthday with a fun surprise. From experience, Jess reminds Ashley not to do anything too crazy in her 34th year. Jess gives everyone a rundown of Kenny Barnes wedding weekend including some unexpected moments. The ladies recap the wildest headlines in the news. Finally, the duo addresses what Unsettled stands for.

Women Making Headlines Apr 28, 2022

The ladies get candid this week when talking about life’s ups and downs. Jessica shares a recent personal loss and the importance of keeping it real with the Unsettled listeners. They dish on the week’s celebrity face-offs in the courtroom. They also dive into the peculiar cases of Pam Hupp and Sheri Papini. Netflix binge of the week: White Hot: The Rise & Fall of Abercrombie & Fitch. Find out if they both splurged on A&F back in the day. It’s wedding season! They chat about rehearsal dinner details for Ashley’s fast approaching wedding weekend. Jess gears up to attend Love Is Blind cast-mate Kenny Barne’s nuptials in Virginia. She explains how Unsettled listeners might be able to join in the celebration as well. We hear from a brave listener and bride-to-be who shares her story of a recent cancer diagnosis. She imparts some inspirational words that you cannot miss. This one's for you, Sarah!

Talking with Alexis Maloney of The Ultimatum Apr 20, 2022

The Ultimatum’s Alexis Maloney joins the ladies to clear up rumors about the hit show including when the cast found out they would need to issue an ultimatum to their partner. She talks about how she and now fiancé Hunter Parr decided to put their relationship to the test in front of the world and confirms if she and Colby Kissinger have made amends after their disastrous speed date. The ladies also chat with Alexis about stay-at-home Dad’s and other financial expectations in relationships. They dish on all the couples, what was missed from our couches and her upcoming nuptials. After they chat with Alexis, they break down the premiere of The Kardashians and discuss how Jess is dealing with Jen and Ben v.2. With this turn of events, they try to answer the age old question, should you go back to your ex?

Listen or Move On Apr 14, 2022

On this week's episode the ladies discuss the newest Netflix hit show, "The Ultimatum." They discuss whether they've ever given someone an ultimatum, whether it's warranted, and how the show's cast is handling public opinion of their relationships. Jess and Ashley are also talking wedding planning. Ashley is 90 days out from the big day and Jess has narrowed down her venue search to just two locations!

Waiting on the Royalties Apr 07, 2022

Jess & Ash do not hold back this week as they discuss drinking and reality shows, love addiction and updates on Love Is Blind's most memorable season 2 character Shake Chaterjee and his relationship to his cast mates. They are watching the new show from the creators of Love Is Blind "The Ultimatum": Get Married or Move On, The Girl from Plainville and Dopesick. This leads into a conversation into the opioid epidemic and proxy suicide vs. internet death threats. Of course they beat the dead horse on Will vs. Chris but in the end Ashley changes Jess's mind and reminds us why talking through our perspectives - and listening - matters.

MANifesting Mar 30, 2022

This week Jessica and Ashley are tackling the realities of making difficult decisions around their weddings. They take calls and DM’S about wedding etiquette, dating in your 30’s and friend breakups. Later the ladies dish on what they’re watching and they give Anne Hathaway and Amanda Seyfriend early Emmy awards. They share their own dating horror stories and attempt to manifest a man for a single hotline caller.

Finding Your Voice Mar 23, 2022

Actress Evan Rachel Wood shares shocking abuse allegations against Marilyn Manson in the new HBO documentary 'Phoenix Rising." This week, Senator Susan Rubio of California joins us to discuss her work on behalf of domestic abuse victims. After hearing from Wood, Senator Rubio authored the Phoenix Act, which is legislation that extends the statute of limitations for domestic violence crimes in California. Jessica and Ashley also discuss Kanye's ban from Instagram, a new Love is Blind development and take listener calls!

After the Cameras Leave Mar 16, 2022

This week the ladies discuss the Love is Blind reunion. No, Jessica still hasn't watched it... but she weighs in on how the cast is handling their newfound fame. The ladies discuss the perks of working from home, and why more women and POC prefer it. They're also talking Kim K, wedding invite etiquette and the benefits of therapy.

Detoxing Mar 10, 2022

Following the release of the reunion for Love is Blind season two, Jessica and Ashley discuss the role press, production and social media play in the mental health of reality stars. The girls also delve into wedding planning and weigh in on trending movies, books and other stories.

Dr. Kirk Honda is in the House and Jessica is in the Hot Seat Mar 02, 2022

This week, we're discussing the finale of Love is Blind Season 2. We're joined by popular psychotherapist Kirk Honda. You may be familiar with his YouTube assessments of reality show stars. He's digging into Jessica's time on the hit show and asking some of the questions you've wanted answers to.

Yins and Yangs // Love is Blind Recap and other life updates as discussed by best friends with wildly differing opinions Feb 22, 2022

We don't hold back this week as we dive into the realities of wedding planning, merging families, managing careers and living up the last days of the bachelorette life. We dish on following the Love Is Blind cast through this journey versus taking on all of these things in our own realities!

Most importantly, we talk about wild nights out vs. being in bed by 10pm.

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Our First Episode Feb 22, 2022

Join Jessica & Ashley as they discuss love, wedding planning, work, & life after reality TV in their first episode! After starring on the popular Netflix show, Love is Blind Season 1, Jessica shares her experience with best friend & Emmy-award-winning journalist, Ashley. The two spill the tea on everything since Love is Blind wrapped upincluding dating, wedding plans, career, children, and body image. Join Jessica & Ashley on their journey as they unpack each episode of the upcoming season 2 of Love is Blind! Nothing big happens in their lives until they are together, so strap in & get listening.

Main Topics

‘Love is Blind’ Season 1 Update Jessica

Where are they now? Jessica spills the tea on her life outside of ‘Love is Blind’ and her experience while on the popular Netflix show.

“You think you can go in there being the most realistic person, being a career-minded person and once you’re in you’re cut off from the real world, friends, family, your entire support system, and all of a sudden its a different ball game”

Advice to New Cast Members

Reflecting back on the show, Jessica opens up and offers advice to the new cast members of ‘Love is Blind’ season 2 after reflecting on her time on the show.

“People were taking me apart piece by piece, wrinkle by wrinkle”

Body Image & Perception

With backgrounds both in front of the camera, the girls discuss the pervasive effects of the media on a woman’s body image. From injections to nose-hairs, to body dysmorphia and social media, the girls dissect their experiences and impart some wisdom to their fellow females.

Current Wedding Plans

The girls talk about their recent engagements, how they met their fiancees, and their wedding plans. Ashley chats about her new venture into the wedding planning world.

Misconceptions, Behind the Scenes & Juicy Details

Ashley hits Jessica with the juicy questions about behind-the-scenes goss, the public’s misconceptions, who she still talks to, and anything she wishes people saw more of on-camera.

“In reality TV, it’s all about the edits! Because compared to behind the scenes, you’re kind of like okay? This doesn’t add up?”

Glamorizing engagement, marriage & babies

The girls talk about the glamorization of marriage in our society, and the effect this has on women in particular. Why is there so much pressure to get married?

“I also know it is a really uncomfortable place in your mid to late 30s, and you want a family”

Unsettled Hotline

The girls introduce their new venture - The Unsettled Hotline! This is a platform for people in unsettling situations to open up and discuss with someone who will listen. It will also be a place to chat with Ashley about wedding plans.

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