Give It To Me Straight

85. Giving you mama’s boys, manifesting, and ultimatums

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the first episode of 2026! It may be a new year but it seems like all of our problems are still the same. The same clingy mother-in-laws, marri...

84. Giving you thirst traps, age gaps, and spending habits

30 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

So many people want to know what is “okay” these days. Is it okay for your husband to post thirst traps? Is it okay to want a hot body over having...

83. Giving you work parties, family greed, and Santa Claus

23 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jon isn’t the only guy being a Scrooge this year. In this week’s episode, Jon and Alex answer all your holiday questions before the big celebratio...

82. Giving you elf on the shelf, gift giving, and thoughtfulness

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the season of giving! But Jon says stop. STOP BUYING GIFTS! People have to much stuff anyway and in this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss...

81. Giving you postpartum sex, high school bullies, and fetishes

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

One, two, three-some! It’s the more the merrier this holiday season! This week’s episode we’re diving into sex, threesomes, and swingers. Alex a...

80. Giving you commitment, vandalism, and hallucinogens

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes all you want from family is attention..and all of it. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon once again tackle your questions from “How do...

79. Giving you thanksgiving, family photos, and nosy questions

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

"Can we get a family photo? Just without you?”. The in-laws are ON ONE this episode. Thanksgiving is this week and Alex and Jon are here to help you...

78. Giving you holiday swaps, daddies, and intrusive thoughts

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There’s nothing better than relaxing into the holiday season…unless you’re around family, of course. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon deal...

77. Giving you sleep deprivation, wedding drama, and confessions

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you confront your MIL? How do you back out of a wedding? How do you sleep with a newborn? These are questions that Jon and Alex try to answer o...

76. Giving you payroll lies, petty vibes, and blocked wives

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wanted to scream at your boss “I QUIT!” and storm out of your office? For most of us, it’s a common fantasy but we refrain because...

75. Giving you boundaries, childcare, and PDA

28 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You want to pack on the PDA? Nope, sorry, that’s a boundary. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss boundaries for your friends, family, and...

74. Giving you distant friends, affairs, and seasons of life

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Relationship break-ups are tough but friendships break-ups? Those might be worse. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon tackle friendships head on fr...

73. Giving you push presents, unwanted visitors and hand-me-downs

14 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

No one makes my baby cry…EVER. Even if you’re their doctor. In this week’s episode, emotions are high and sleep is still low. How can one baby f...

72. Giving you birth stories, sleepless nights and baby must-haves

07 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the world, Lucy Grey! Alex and Jon had a baby and she’s more perfect than you could ever imagine. In this week’s episode, they discuss ...

71. Giving you dating nightmares, fetishes, and cheating husbands

30 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Apparently, your soulmate is supposed to look like you…I guess Alex and Jon prove that theory. In this week’s episode, we’ve got one crazy story...

70. Giving you ring upgrades, codependency, and compromise

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you like it, put a *bigger* ring on it. Guys, listen up! Wedding rings are just like cars. They deserve an upgrade every few years. In this week’...

69. Giving you body positivity and Victoria Garrick Browne

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Has body positivity gone too far? To answer this question, we have our first guest on the podcast, Victoria Garrick Browne! A fellow content creator, ...

68. Giving you gender disappointment, pregnancy, and lazy wives

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is my wife lazy or is she just pregnant? Careful how you answer this one. In today’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss all things pregnancy as Alex near...

67. Giving you weddings, plus ones, and distant friends

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you could change one thing about your wedding, what would it be? Alex and Jon answer this question in today’s episode! Weddings are supposed to b...

66. Giving you break ups, divorces, and instagram models

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Getting divorced sucks. But getting divorced before you’re 30? Kind of chic. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon talk about break ups, divorces, ...

65. Giving you gifts, shared bank accounts, and loser husbands

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What should you get your best friend for their birthday? According to Jon: Nothing. Zip. Zilch. Nada. In today’s episode, we’re talking MONEY, HON...

64. Giving you sibling dynamics, inheritances, and baby names

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

“You know you’re adopted, right? I’m telling mom!” In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss sibling relationships and how you can be bes...

63. Giving you dry spells, threesomes, and male enhancements

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Trying to keep the spark alive in your relationship? Used every match in the box but nothing ignites? Maybe it’s time to give up…or just listen to...

62. Giving you bad friends, drifting apart, and negative nancy's

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

“I DON’T WANT TO BE YOUR FRIEND ANYMORE” We’ve all heard that at some point as children, but as adults? In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon...

61. Giving you snooping, concerned husbands, and casual divorces

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Peeping on your partners phone? You’re not going to like what you find…In today’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss snooping through phones, travel ...

60. Giving you in-laws, arguments, and unwanted kisses

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

GIRD YOUR LOINS…your in-laws have arrived. It’s hit or miss with having good in-laws and in this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss your exper...

59. Giving you modern marriages, prenups, and name changes

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do you, Alex, take Jon, to be your wedded husband? Sign this prenup first. Today’s episode is all about millennials and marriage. Alex and Jon discu...

58. Giving you grief, loss, and expensive mistakes

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

GOOD GRIEF! It’s the grief episode. Oh, you wanted laughs this season? Well, you’ll still get that, but with a side of tears. In this week’s epi...

57. Giving you life updates, announcements, and gender reveals

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Alex and Jon are finally back, and emotionally- slightly more stable. After some much needed time off and hours in therapy, they’re ready ...

56. Giving you goodbyes, oral hygiene, and harsh comebacks

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If Jon made an OnlyFans, would you subscribe? I think we all would. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss OnlyFans, oral hygiene, and harsh c...

55. Giving you boys trips, famous neighbors, and online dating

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Would you go on a boys trip while your wife is 7 months pregnant? Jon wouldn’t even think about it. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss b...

54. Giving you kid’s parties, handy husbands, and awkward silences

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you think all men should know how to fix things around the house? If so, Jon better get to learning. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss...

53. Giving you coworker fantasies, engagement rings, and space

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Would you buy your fiancé an engagement ring they didn’t like? Jon wouldn’t dare. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss engagement rings...

52. Giving you naughty dreams, farting, and tattoos of exes

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you fart in front of your partner? Alex and Jon can’t help it. In this week’s episode, our favorite couple discusses farting, naughty dreams ab...

51. Giving you bad makeup, boring nudes, and contacting ex’s

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever received a nude that was just…boring? Alex definitely has. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss receiving boring nudes, vide...

50. Giving you paternity tests, creepy bosses, and gender reveals

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the case of Baby Bouffard...Jon, you ARE the father! In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss paternity tests for unborn children, fathers be...

49. Giving you friendship kisses, cheating, and cancelled weddings

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kissing your friends is fine…until it turns into a make-out session. In this weeks episode, Alex and Jon discuss friendship kisses, cancelled weddi...

48. Giving you pole dancing, driving high, and stalking your ex

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Would you call the cops on your own sister? Alex would. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss driving while high, pole dancing, and stalking ...

47. Giving you vanilla sex, rude celebrities, and sibling kisses

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s time we normalized kissing your siblings on the lips…(or not, geez). In this week’s episode, Jon and Alex discuss strange sibling relations...

46. Giving you fake cancer, boring boyfriends, and shitty brothers

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In love with your best friend’s boyfriend? Stop. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon help you fall out of love with your best friend’s boyfrien...

45. Giving you babies, sperm donors, and vasectomies

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is Baby Bouffard finally on the way? In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon make a huge life announcement and discuss all things kids, pregnancy, and ...

44. Giving you bachelorette parties, scammers, and nudes

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

People need to learn how to say no, especially to brides. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss bachelorette parties getting too extreme, bed...

43. Giving you mother-in-laws, affairs, and crowd surfing

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mother-in-laws are like your husband’s ex-girlfriend who won’t leave him alone. This week, Alex and Jon discuss MIL relationships, workplace affai...

42. Giving you body count, work wives, and buttholes

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Too afraid to poke your husband’s butthole? Let’s discuss. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon give their take on work wives, being a confident...

41. Navigating Relationships By Trusting Your Instincts

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve ever been in a relationship, you know how outside influences can do more harm than good at any given time. Even when your gut is telling y...

40. The Consequences Of Your Choices

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Turning points in relationships are often a result of the impact your choices have on you and your partner. Oftentimes we focus too much on who’s ri...

39. Embracing Your Partner’s Past

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone has a past and your willingness to understand your partner’s will help you strengthen your relationship and not tear it down. So why do so ...

38. Finding Courage To Communicate

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Communication within relationships can be challenging, and it requires constant effort to make it work. At times, expressing your thoughts can be part...

37. Choosing What You Need And Not What You Want

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Relationships come down to balancing your own wants and needs with what’s in the best interest of you and your partner. Things begin to get tricky w...

36. Awkward Family Affairs

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From the outside looking in, what’s normal for your partner and their family may seem strange to others. So what happens when you make an unsettling...

35. Relationship History Lessons

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

They say history is bound to repeat itself and the same can be said for relationships. If you don’t acknowledge what has happened in the past, can y...

34. Breaking Down Your Intrusive Thoughts

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Intrusive thoughts are an unwanted part of every relationship but they do need to be addressed when they come up. Avoiding them will only allow them t...

33. The Complexities of Relationship Balance

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Relationships are a lot of work even when both partners are giving their all. So what happens to a relationship when one partner starts to give more t...

32. Dating, Divorce, and Disclosures

19 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Transparency, communication, and expectation setting are foundational to any successful relationship. So why do some many relationships fall apart as ...

31. The Best Intentions Aren’t Always The Right Priorities

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Establishing a relationship means changing your priorities from what’s best for you, to what’s best for us. The key to making these priorities wor...

30. Past Lovers and Present Dilemmas

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Once you’re in a relationship, the decisions you make no longer only impact you but your partner as well.  The success of the relationship relies h...

29. Taking A Risk To Move Forward

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Moving forward in life isn’t always the easiest step to take, especially with the risks involved.  The uncertainty of what lies ahead can cause any...

28. One For The Streets

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Why do people get into relationships when they’re not ready to be loyal? And why are those they cheat on oftentimes ready to give them second and th...

27. Betrayal Comes From Those You Least Expect

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is it ever OK to keep secrets from your partner? Can you leave out specific details and still be telling the truth? In this episode, Jon and Alex get ...

26. Ex Marks The Spot

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What is it about past relationships that makes them so hard to let go of? Is there ever a time where it’s acceptable to stay in touch with your ex a...

25. Unlike Burger King You Can’t Have It Your Way

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You can’t always get what you want in relationships, you have to learn to work together and compromise.  But what happens when one partner can’t ...

24. The Power Of Appreciation

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Many of us might question why our relationships’ initial butterflies and excitement seem to fade over time. Is it a sign of complacency? Or is this ...

23. “I Do” Not Care About Your Feelings

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Weddings are full of fun, celebrations, and most of all….opinions.  Unsolicited advice from family can make the already stressful wedding planning ...

22. Should You Get Involved Or Mind Your Business?

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There’s a fine line between knowing whether to speak up or if you should keep your thoughts to yourself.  No matter the road you choose to take, th...

21. Quit Playing Dumb

04 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Why do people do things they know are wrong and then try to rationalize their actions?  In this episode, Jon and Alex examine the consequences of a p...

20. Forgiving, Forgetting, and Always Remembering

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The best thing to do is forgive and forget…or is it?  In this episode, Alex and Jon explore the complexities of forgiving past mistakes while ackn...

19. The Art of Letting Go

20 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Moving on from a past relationship takes time. But how much time is too much? In this episode, Jon and Alex dive into listener questions about not hav...

18. Pick and Choose Your Battles

13 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you truly happy in your marriage if you’re still craving the attention of your ex?  In this episode, Alex and Jon answer listener questions abo...

17. Uncovering Family Secrets

06 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Jon and Alex answer listener questions about catching your parents in a lie, when your partner cheats and you keep it to yourself, an...

16. The Complications of Being Too Honest

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Should your body count hurt your current relationship? In this episode, Alex and Jon answer listener questions about one partner’s body count creati...

15. The Impact Of Technology On Relationships

23 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is technology driving a wedge between you and your partner? In this episode, Jon and Alex answer listener questions about VR porn pushing a relationsh...

14. How Much Me Time Is Too Much?

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Taking time to yourself is essential, but when does it take a toll on your relationship? In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon answer listener questi...

13. Boundaries for Bachelor Parties

09 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are having strippers at a Bachelor party harmless fun? or could it jeopardize your relationship? In this week’s episode, Jon and Alex answer listene...

12. The Evolution Of Attractiveness

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is it possible to only be attracted to the physical? In this episode, Alex and Jon address a listener question referencing a study about attractivenes...

11. GoFundMe Goes Too Far

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Today’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss a listener question regarding a personal GoFundMe request that goes too far. Other topics include tackling ...

10. How Much Should You Share With Your Partner?

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What they don’t know won’t hurt them, right? In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon answer listener questions on a significant other not sharing d...

9. Is Life Just A Rom-Com?

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Life is full of hopeless romantics, but when does it become too unrealistic, like your favorite romantic comedy movie? In this week’s episode, Jon a...

8. How We Lost Our Virginities

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is losing your virginity as important as it seems? Jon digs deep to remember how he lost his, and Alex remembers it like it was yesterday. In this wee...

7. Exploring Open Relationships

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Open relationships only work when everyone knows they’re in one. In this episode, Alex and Jon answer a listener’s question about dating a man in ...

6. Setting Standards For Your Relationships

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We all have certain expectations regarding our relationships, but what if the other person keeps falling short? In this episode, Alex and Jon discuss ...

5. Is A Wandering Eye A Red Flag?

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You can look, but you can’t touch. (Should you really be looking anyway?) In this episode, Alex and Jon give their thoughts about a concerned listen...

4. Addicted To The Chase

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We want what we can’t have. Therefore, we stay addicted to the chase. Or do we? In this week’s episode, Jon and Alex answer a listener’s questio...

3. How Do You Tickle Your Pickle?

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The question none of you asked for, but Jon answers- how he masturbates. A concerned listener writes in about their partner’s masturbation style, an...

2. Keep Your Opinion To Yourself

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Opinions are like a**holes. Everybody has one. In this episode, Alex and Jon discuss what opinions you should keep to yourself. To kick off the episod...

1. Are You Settling? Or Expecting Too Much?

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We’re back for season two and ready to Give It To You Straight! Jon and Alex recap what they’ve been up to these past few months and dive right in...

It’s Not Goodbye, It’s See You Later

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You can’t get rid of us that easily. While this is sadly our last episode (for now), we can’t help but reflect on all of the fantastic moments thi...

Is The Grass Always Greener?

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever feel like the life you’re living isn’t good enough? As humans, we’re constantly striving for the next best thing. We think, “if...

Being A Better Friend

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A true friend celebrates your wins, supports you in times of need, and is an all-around good listener. They’re there for you! But sometimes, it’s...

The Real Reason Relationships Fail feat. Dr. Abby Medcalf

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Communication is key- or is it? Strong communication in a relationship is commonly known as an essential tool for success. However, it’s a little...

No Regrets feat. Jons Dad

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

No ragrets, not even a single letter. Life is a rollercoaster! While there are many ups and downs, it ultimately sculpts us into who we are. But can y...

Entering A New Decade: Turning 30

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Goodbye, 20’s! Hello, 30’s! Reaching the big 3-0 should be like any other birthday, but entering a new decade can come with several underlying so...

Are You A People Pleaser?

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you known as the nice person in your group? Are you willing to drop everything when someone needs you? Do you feel bad when you say no? Would you...

Can You Be Friends With An Ex? feat. Sean Tadlock

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When a relationship ends, it’s hard to imagine your life without the other person. There are several reasons why someone might want to keep an ex ...

The Origin Of #SuccessionTok feat. Taylor Owen and James Neal

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There’s nothing worse than reaching the last episode after binge-watching your favorite series. Thankfully with guests Taylor and James, the entert...

Prioritizing Your Relationships

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

WE’RE BACK, BABY! After a month long bae-cation, Alex and Jon are back and ready to give it to you straight. This week they discuss the importance...

Pursuing Your Passion With Your Partner feat. Currents Management

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Working with your partner might sound like a nightmare to some, but could it be your recipe for success? When you both have shared dreams and goals, ...

What Is Weaponized Incompetence?

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Does your partner complain about unloading the dishwasher because they “don’t know where things go?” or maybe they don’t do the laundry becau...

What To Consider Before Traveling With Friends

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What’s better than taking a vacation, you ask? A vacation with friends! Traveling with friends can be a great experience, but this might not be the...

How Comfortable Is Too Comfortable?

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When you first start dating someone, you might be a little more reserved, dress to impress, and go the extra mile to make a good impression! Eventua...

Why Toxic Relationships Are Hard To Leave

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Leaving any relationship is a hard decision, but walking away from a toxic partner can be more complicated than you’d imagine. Your relationship wit...