Best Bleeders Podcasts (2024)

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The Five-Year Revision: Lexi Kent-Monning on Writing & Publishing Her Debut Novel "The Burden of Joy" 37:58

1h ago37:58

37:58

Today’s guest is Lexi Kent-Monning, who details the five-year journey of revising and submitting her debut novel, The Burden of Joy, which found its home at the small press Rejection Letters. In this episode, Lexi shares how she rediscovered her love of writing at age 33 and took her writing career into her own hands without an MFA. She also explai…

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S5 Episode 1 - "The Wolves Are Closing In" 44:42

20m ago44:42

44:42

A prelude and a primer to this season's story: the tragedy of Cambodia. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Blowback

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The Origin Story of Jon Small's Debut & What He's Learned About Indie Publishing 40:16

14d ago40:16

40:16

This is Jon Small's second interview for The Bleeders podcast. In this episode, Jon delves into the creative process behind his debut book, Write About Now, which is based on his podcast and features inspiring origin stories from his guests. He shares the challenges of obtaining permissions, the decision to self-publish, and the common themes that …

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The Agony & Ecstasy of Going on Submission with Chloe Caldwell 23:32

4M ago23:32

23:32

This is four-time author Chloe Caldwell's second interview for The Bleeders podcast. In this episode, Chloe shares two submission stories — one a nightmare and one a dream — along with advice for other writers on submission. Follow Chloe on Instagram @chloeeeecaldwell and buy the re-release of her cult classic novella Women. If you missed Chloe's f…

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S4 Episode 10 - "The Phantom Pain" 1:01:10

9M ago1:01:10

1:01:10

Donald Trump cuts a deal with the Taliban — and America begins its withdrawal. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Blowback

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S4 Episode 9 - "Peace Walker" 1:10:29

9M ago1:10:29

1:10:29

The Obama administration promises victory in ‘The Good War.’ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Blowback

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Manifest Your 2024 Writing Goals Through Daily Practice with Kellianne Benson of 750words.com 34:33

9M ago34:33

34:33

The new year is upon us, which has got me thinking about my writing-related resolutions, and how to accomplish them. So today’s episode is all about writing practice — the daily grind of it, the unsexy truth about how we manifest our writing goals by showing up and allowing ourselves to get words on the page, however messy they might be at first. I…

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S4 Episode 8 - "Sons of Liberty" 1:09:57

9M ago1:09:57

1:09:57

America runs its war in Afghanistan on the cheap — and subcontracts to crooks, kingpins, and gangsters. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Blowback

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S4 Episode 7 - "Guns of the Patriots" 1:05:06

9M ago1:05:06

1:05:06

The Bush administration unleashes the first war of the 21st century. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Blowback

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S4 Episode 6 - "Ground Zeroes" 1:03:52

10M ago1:03:52

1:03:52

The Afghan jihad spreads to Europe, Asia, Africa, and America. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Blowback

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S4 Episode 5 - "We Can Live With That" 1:03:44

10M ago1:03:44

1:03:44

The warlord years, and the rise of the Taliban. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Blowback

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S4 Episode 4 - "They're Yours Now" 1:10:08

10M ago1:10:08

1:10:08

Operation Cyclone whips through Afghanistan — until a deal is finally struck. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Blowback

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S4 Episode 3 - "The Trap" 1:00:45

10M ago1:00:45

1:00:45

The USSR invades, and the Safari Club kicks things up a notch. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Blowback

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S4 Episode 2 - "Bleeders and Dealers" 1:10:20

11M ago1:10:20

1:10:20

The build-up to the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Blowback

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How Chelsea Martin Strikes the Balance Between Prolific & Perfectionist 41:58

12M ago41:58

41:58

Today's guest is Chelsea Martin. I adore indie queens like Chelsea. She has been incredibly prolific thus far in her literary career, and I love her "just do it" approach to publishing. We talk about how to balance perfectionist tendencies with being productive and putting out a lot of work, how to deal with a shitty publisher, the joys of having a…

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Indie Lit Queen Chloe Caldwell's DIY Approach to Becoming an Author of Four 1:01:24

12M ago1:01:24

1:01:24

Today's guest Chloe Caldwell has forged her own unique path in the literary scene, and it’s one that I really admire. In this throwback episode, she gives us the play by play for how she became the author of four books — Legs Get Led Astray, Women, I’ll Tell You in Person, and The Red Zone. We cover everything from cold queries to agents to small p…

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Feminist Noir Author Halley Sutton on Her Novels “The Lady Upstairs” & "The Hurricane Blonde" 38:09

1y ago38:09

38:09

Today’s guest is feminist noir crime writer Halley Sutton. She wrote the first draft of her debut novel, The Lady Upstairs, while getting her MFA at Otis College of Art and Design in Los Angeles. So we got into the pros and cons of MFAs for writers. And we also talk book #2 and how that's different since Halley’s currently in the home stretch with …

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Elle Nash on Her New Novel "Deliver Me" 9:12

1y ago9:12

9:12

Summer school is officially in session, Bleeders! Today's instructor is Elle Nash, Glasgow-based author of the novels Gag Reflex and Animals Eat Each Other and the short story collection Nudes. Follow Elle Nash on Instagram and Twitter @saderotica. Preorder Elle's new novel Deliver Me! SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW BLEEDERS YOUTUBE CHANNEL FOR FULL-LENGTH I…

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S4 Episode 1 - "Snake Eater" 43:34

1y ago43:34

43:34

Welcome to Season 4: Afghanistan. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Blowback

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Trusting Your Book to the Art of Translation with Victoria Kielland 9:35

1y ago9:35

9:35

Summer school is officially in session, Bleeders! Today's instructor is Victoria Kielland, Norwegian author of My Men, which was translated to English by Damion Searls. Follow Victoria on Instagram @vkielland and find out more via Astra Publishing House's website. SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW BLEEDERS YOUTUBE CHANNEL FOR FULL-LENGTH INTERVIEWS. https://www…

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Trans Director AP Pobjoy on Sharing High Schoolers' Stories on Their Terms 9:36

1y ago9:36

9:36

It's up for debate in the media, but for AP Pobjoy, it's personal. The trans director brings the stories of nine transgender high schoolers to the forefront in 'Unerased,' an online documentary series aiming to empower these young people to tell their own stories. They sat down with Liz and Loughlin to discuss how the series came about and how the …

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Frances Badalamenti on Her Freeing Evolution from Memoir to Autofiction 8:52

1y ago8:52

8:52

Summer school is officially in session, Bleeders! Today's instructor is Frances Badalamenti, author of I Don't Blame You and Salad Days. Follow Frances on Instagram @franbad and connect via her website francesbadalamenti.com. SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW BLEEDERS YOUTUBE CHANNEL FOR FULL-LENGTH INTERVIEWS. https://www.youtube.com/@bleederspodcast Welcome, …

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My Former Life as Glamour's "Jake": What It's Like to Write a Famous Advice Column with Jon Small 10:04

1y ago10:04

10:04

Summer school is officially in session, Bleeders! Today's instructor is Jon Small, host of the Write About Now podcast, editor-at-large for Entrepreneur.com, and, in a past life, Glamour’s “Jake.” Follow Jon on Instagram @thejonsmall and Twitter @kidfinesse. SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW BLEEDERS YOUTUBE CHANNEL FOR FULL-LENGTH INTERVIEWS. https://www.youtu…

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The Best Rejection I Ever Got with Laura Cathcart Robbins 5:43

1y ago5:43

5:43

Summer school is officially in session, Bleeders! Today's instructor is Laura Cathcart Robbins, author of Stash: My Life in Hiding. Follow Laura on Instagram @lauracathcartrobbins and Twitter @TheOnlyOnePodc1. SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW BLEEDERS YOUTUBE CHANNEL FOR FULL-LENGTH INTERVIEWS. https://www.youtube.com/@bleederspodcast Welcome, writers and book…

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Performer Carla Anita Mattiazzo On 'Bleeders,' Stigma and S#%! Parents 31:07

1y ago31:07

31:07

It's always that time of the month for seasoned performer Carla Anita Mattiazzo, who brings her acerbic wit and powerful pipes to menstruation in one woman cabaret show 'Period: Four Seasons, One Cycle'. Mattiazzo sat down with Alex Grant to discuss what drives her performances, how she developed the show and the her own experiences with being a "b…

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Antonia Crane on Her Sex Work Memoir "Spent" & the Stories Writers Keep Retelling 7:11

1y ago7:11

7:11

Summer school is officially in session, Bleeders! Today's instructor is Antonia Crane, author of Spent. Follow Antonia on Instagram @antoniacrane and Twitter @antoniacrane. SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW BLEEDERS YOUTUBE CHANNEL FOR FULL-LENGTH INTERVIEWS. https://www.youtube.com/@bleederspodcast Welcome, writers and book lovers. The Bleeders is a new podcas…

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How to Write Erotica with Rachel Kramer Bussel 14:47

1y ago14:47

14:47

Summer school is officially in session, Bleeders! Today's instructor is Rachel Kramer Bussell, author of How to Write Erotica and editor of over 70 anthologies of erotica. Follow Rachel on Instagram @rachelkramerbussel and Twitter @raquelita. SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW BLEEDERS YOUTUBE CHANNEL FOR FULL-LENGTH INTERVIEWS. https://www.youtube.com/@bleeders…

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Writing a Revealing Book About Your Day Job: Andrew Bomback on "Doctor" 8:45

1y ago8:45

8:45

Summer school is officially in session, Bleeders! Today's instructor is Andrew Bomback, author Doctor and Long Days, Short Years: A Cultural History of Modern Parenting. Follow Andrew on Instagram @andrewbomback and Twitter @asbomback. SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW BLEEDERS YOUTUBE CHANNEL FOR FULL-LENGTH INTERVIEWS. https://www.youtube.com/@bleederspodcast…

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Samantha Mann on How the Beloved "Putting Out" Prologue Came to Be 9:01

1y ago9:01

9:01

Summer school is officially in session, Bleeders! Today's instructor is Samantha Mann, author of Putting Out: Essays on Otherness and editor of the anthology I Feel Love: Notes on Queer Joy. Follow Samantha on Instagram @samantha.mann05 and Twitter @Sdmann0502. SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW BLEEDERS YOUTUBE CHANNEL FOR FULL-LENGTH INTERVIEWS. https://www.yo…

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Zachary Zane on the Book Proposal for "Boyslut: A Memoir and Manifesto" & How He Built His Writer Platform 9:59

1+ y ago9:59

9:59

Summer school is officially in session, Bleeders! Today's instructor is Zachary Zane, author of Boyslut: A Memoir and Manifesto. Follow Zachary on Instagram @zacharyzane_ and Twitter @ZacharyZane_. SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW BLEEDERS YOUTUBE CHANNEL FOR FULL-LENGTH INTERVIEWS. https://www.youtube.com/@bleederspodcast Welcome, writers and book lovers. The…

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How to Successfully Pitch Editors for Freelance Writers with Sonia Weiser of Opportunities of the Week 30:26

1+ y ago30:26

30:26

Opportunities of the Week is the brilliant brainchild of our guest today, Sonia Weiser. It’s the type of newsletter that I’ve seen gets recommended a lot in the writing scene because it’s a compilation of all the current pitch calls available on social media. If you are trying to build up your bylines or find a home for some writing work on the int…

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Carmen Rita Wong on Writing Her Memoir "Why Didn't You Tell Me?" as a Mystery 1:05:27

1+ y ago1:05:27

1:05:27

Today’s guest is Carmen Rita Wong, and she has a doozy of a story — it’s memoir meets family mystery, and it’s so freaking good! In this episode, Carmen shares how her magnum opus finally came together after decades in the making, plus writing and publishing wisdom she's gleaned through publishing FIVE books. She also introduces us to the concept o…

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Igniting the Lightsaber 56:35

1+ y ago56:35

56:35

Liz is Single!!! YES, Liz is officially single and allegedly ready to mingle ;). Join her and Adam as they take their dirtiest and deepest dive yet into all things raunchy. To listen live tune in at 8pm on Sundays on 90.7FM To donate to SYNs Radiothon press the link here >>>>>> https://www.givenow.com.au/synradiothon2023 More from us: https://linkt…

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Parleying About Periods 34:29

1+ y ago34:29

34:29

Dom and Adam break down the stigma surrounding period sex in a steamy, saucy and always sexy Naught Rude Show. In between the non-stop laughter and gossip, the duo questions the stereotypes of body hair and reflect on the week that was. To listen live tune in at 8pm on Sundays on 90.7FM To donate to SYNs Radiothon press the link here >>>>>> https:/…

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Drag Queen Drama, Power Bottoming and Coming Out 1:01:35

1+ y ago1:01:35

1:01:35

Drag Queen Tara-Na joins Dom, Liz and Adam as she dishes all the dirt about Melbourne's Drag community. Her and Dom have a candid conversation about their experiences with their identity and sexuality. And as always the audience sends in their salacious questions which are sure to make the hosts blush. To listen live tune in at 8pm on Sundays on 90…

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Breaking Down Break Ups 1:01:31

1+ y ago1:01:31

1:01:31

Breakups. Something nobody wants to go through but something we all do. So how do we go about them in a healthy, mature way? Fear Not! Adam and Liz are here with a step to step guide on how to respectfully break up with something and what to do if you do get dumped. Listen live at 8pm on Sundays on 90.7 FM! More from us: https://linktr.ee/thenaught…

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Beaches and Boning 34:50

1+ y ago34:50

34:50

The Naughty Rude Show is back for a new season and is naughtier than ever before. Join Liz, Adam and new host Met for a salacious of all things sex and cheeky. Conversation tonight include; Adam's adventures in Bayside. The hosts celebrity crushes being revealed. The debate over experience in the bedroom. AND SO MUCH MORE! Listen live at 8pm on Sun…

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Swiping Right on Tech 42:20

1+ y ago42:20

42:20

It is Rafaels time in the spotlight this week as he joins Adam for two hours of nonstop laughs, chats and salacious stories. Make sure not to miss out on: Seeing the boys use AI to help create pick-up lines. Hearing from Raf as he dishes all the dirt on his latest Tinder adventures. And all things to do with the letter B are discussed this week as …

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Season Three Bloopers 36:46

1+ y ago36:46

36:46

During the course of recording podcasts, there are many moments in which things can go wrong, whether it be a mispronunciation of a word or just generally misinterpreting and getting it wrong. This episode provides you with moments from season three where this happened, and we reflect upon those moments in a generally light-hearted episode to round…

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Confidence, Conversations and Flirting 54:33

1+ y ago54:33

54:33

Adam, Jack and Liz bring you an hour of non-stop naughtiness this week in which they debate whether or not having a wingman works while discussing just how to hook up in a nightclub. Also not to be missed; Adam tells all about his latest escapades Liz and Jack reveal how they met their partners Should mobile phones be used on a date? Listen in and …

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Season Three Wrap Up 1:32:57

1+ y ago1:32:57

1:32:57

The season is at an end and in this episode, we reflect on the stories, characters, and our own experiences of producing the show. Also, we present our 'loosely' made-up awards for the season featuring "The Narco King", "Leon Spinks Driving School" and "The Tales Of Mr. Magee" plus many more moments to remember. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…

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Bods, Babes and Breaking Down Barriers 59:37

1+ y ago59:37

59:37

The devilish duo of Dom and Jack bring you an ever-so-naughty, ever so rude and always entertaining hour of lust this Sunday night. This week the pair debate the complexities of initiating sex, debate whether the old cliche "keep em mean, keep em keen" still rings true and have an ever-so-important discussion surrounding consent and communication. …

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The Darker Side Of The Aftershow - Trisha Morrison Speaks Out On Tommy 1:37:27

1+ y ago1:37:27

1:37:27

Following the season three finale, Trisha Morrison joins us on the show to discuss Tommy's story and more importantly present further evidence to confirm that Tommy was in fact never officially diagnosed or had HIV/AIDS. We hear many different stories from the courtroom and about life with Tommy before his untimely demise! Learn more about your ad …

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The Rise & Fall Of Tommy "The Duke" Morrison 2:55:39

1+ y ago2:55:39

2:55:39

In this episode, we dig deep with a man who went from being the heavyweight champion of the world, and star of a Rocky movie... to drinking, driving, drugging, beating, biting, toting guns, and so much more. Then there are the various opinions, facts, and lies on the HIV diagnosis that has been contested he never had! This story documents the rise …

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Deep, Dirty and Dinosaurs 1:03:51

1+ y ago1:03:51

1:03:51

This week on The Naughty Rude Show join Adam, Zack, Dom and Alex as the gang gets down and dirty talking all things foreplay, attachment and yes, dinosaurs. Cumming up tonight on your guilty pleasure; The mysterious worlds of r/RedditAfterDark and r/Sex are explored. Alex lists her red flags and why they are as such. Our audience send in their ques…

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The Darker Side Of The Aftershow - We All Love An Underdog Story! 33:06

1+ y ago33:06

33:06

Following the Chuck Wepner story, we discuss how much the story of an underdog in boxing is appreciated by fans worldwide, making comparisons to modern-day fighters and how they may not reach the championship gold but leave such an impact on the sport that the fans never forget! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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The Real Rocky Balboa - Chuck "The Bayonne Bleeder" Wepner 2:08:27

1+ y ago2:08:27

2:08:27

In this episode, we check out the life of the man who inspired Sylvester Stallone to write the Rocky character. He came from the streets and loved a bar-room brawl even more than a fight in the ring. In boxing, he was known mainly for two things, being the bloodiest fighter, maybe in boxing history, and getting a shot, out of nowhere, to fight Muha…

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The Darker Side Of The Aftershow - Gang Culture & Violence...What's Changed? 42:14

1+ y ago42:14

42:14

Following the main episode on John Morrissey, we discuss the gang culture of the mid-1800s in New York and how even in today's society some things have just not changed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

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The Life and Crimes of John Morrissey: Bare-Knuckle Boxing Champion, New York Gangster, Irish American Politician 2:43:05

1+ y ago2:43:05

2:43:05

An Irish immigrant, a collection agent for crime bosses, a professional boxer, and a prolific gambler, John Morrissey was—if nothing else—an unlikely candidate to become one of the most important figures in the history of American history. John Morrissey, was a two-fisted Irish immigrant who, more than any other man of the age, represented the nefa…

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Libido, Lust and LDR 1:03:26

1+ y ago1:03:26

1:03:26

This week on The Naughty Rude Show join Adam, Jack, Liz and new host Alex as we discuss all things telepathic sex toys, libido, and long-distance relationships. Also cumming up; Adam reveals all about his latest dating adventures, The mysterious worlds of r/RedditAfterDark and r/Sex are explored. The team attempts to pick apart the bizarre story of…

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