Alison Roman brings you Solicited Advice, a podcast that is just that. The New York Times bestselling cookbook author is joined every week by a guest who, like her, enjoys giving and or receiving advice. Together, they answer questions from live and recorded callers that cover everything from modern dating to awkward neighbor interactions to how to order a martini with confidence and, of course, cooking (no, you should not be “washing your chicken,” and yes, you really should have two types ...
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This week Alison is joined by fashion journalist Emilia Petrarca. Together they advise callers on how to pack for vacation, why button downs reign supreme and why hosting a party is the perfect opportunity to pull out all the stops outfit-wise (cashmere underwear = party dress). Alison and Emilia find the balance between comfort and style, help you…
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“How to Be a Good Adult Friend” with Jay Jurden
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This week Alison is joined by comedian and writer Jay Jurden. They advise callers on handling friend breakups, how to make friends in your 30s and why you maybe should say yes to one (only one) happy hour drink with that coworker you'd rather...not. Jay and Alison also teach how to gracefully avoid social awkwardness, chat up someone in your run cl…
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This week Alison is joined by internet darling, author of Central Places and the Deez Links newsletter (including the newsletter within a newsletter, Hate Reads), Delia Cai. They advise callers on everything from throwing a lowkey but not too lowkey birthday to why you should give your dinner guests a job. You’ll also learn their true feelings abou…
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"Friends, Money, and Friends with Money” with Otegha Uwagba
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This week Alison is joined by journalist and author of “We Need to Talk About Money” Otegha Uwagba to discuss finances. Is a lab grown diamond less meaningful than a mined one? What do I do about my friend’s constant comments about my finances? How do I help a friend budget? Why do women have to spend so much on grooming? And when is that fancy far…
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“Splitting the Bill and Other Dining Etiquette Questions” with Jason Stewart
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This week Alison is joined by burgeoning food critic, DJ and host of every coastal elite’s favorite podcast, How Long Gone, Jason Stewart to answer your questions about dining out. What should I wear to a Michelin star restaurant? How do I feel like a main character while dining alone? How do I split the check with friends who always drink too much…
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“Are you my Grandmother?” with Robby Hoffman
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In this week’s episode of Solicited Advice, Alison is joined by very punctual comedian Robby Hoffman. Together they give a young aspiring restaurateur advice on culinary school (and being eleven years old). They help another caller find the balance between finding a job you love and one that pays the bills. Alison’s tardiness offends Robby and Robb…
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This week Alison is joined by Allison P. Davis, writer and expert known for her celebrity profiles and her expertise in the world of love and dating. How can a couple find style compromise when they move in together? What should I cook for a romantic fourth date? Is “yes, chef” sexy now? How do I respond to organic food snobs? The two Al(l)isons an…
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“Getting Married at the DMV” with George Civeris
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Welcome back to Season 2 of Solicited Advice. For the season premiere, Alison is joined by comedian and writer George Civeris. Recently married and affianced, the two talk wedding planning, a love-hate relationship with LA and why sometimes a little moment of earnestness is necessary. With callers, they discuss how to set boundaries in love and lif…
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Season two of Solicited Advice is coming out this Thursday, April 11! Submit your questions by calling our hotline at (856) 502-4816 or using this form.By Alison Roman / Talkhouse
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This week’s episode - the final episode of this season - is all Chef’s Kiss Hotline. That’s right— just Alison, your voicemails and a microphone. Thank you SO much for tuning in this year, we truly could not have done it without you. But never fear, we will be back. So long as you have questions, Alison will try to answer them. Call 856-502-4816 to…
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Alison Gives Advice with Jenn Sullivan
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The holidays are special and so is this week's episode. There’s a change up inside Riverside (read: the recording studio) and Alison is joined by journalist, skincare and skin health guru, host of the podcast Fat Mascara, and producer of Solicited Advice (!) - our very own, Jenn Sullivan. Alison and Jenn talk through causes and solutions for creati…
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Alison Gives Advice with Delaney Rowe
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Alison is joined this week by Delaney Rowe - writer and comedian famously known for her portrayal on TikTok of an “absolutely insufferable female lead of an indie movie." Alison and Delaney advise callers on hosting an affordable dinner party, reconciliation with an ex, big old turnips and their mysterious spicy smell, preserved lemons (of course),…
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Alison Gives Advice with Susan Korn
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This week, Alison is joined by her friend Susan Korn - the owner and designer of Susan Alexandra, a jewelry and accessories line that is all things fun and bright and joyful (like Susan!) Alison and Susan weigh in on where to live in New York (moving apartments is permitted!), how friendships can and maybe should change over time, sandwiches v. bow…
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Alison Gives Advice with Lily Marotta
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Alison is joined on this week’s episode by Lily Marotta - comedian, actor, and co-host of the podcast Celebrity Book Club. Alison and Lily address questions from callers (including Lily’s co-host Steven) about cooking chicken, self-promotion and social media, ingredients to save or splurge on, and batch freezing. They also discuss the importance of…
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Alison Gives Advice with Amiel Stanek
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Happy Thanksgiving! It’s the most delightful time of the year, and in celebration of food and friendship, Alison is joined this week by Amiel Stanek - cook, editor, food writer, and dear friend. Alison and Amiel address questions about gluten free gravy, tired mashed potatoes, peppy salads, overdone turkey leftovers, and … appropriate cannabis cons…
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Alison Gives Advice with Raven Smith
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This week, Alison is joined by Raven Smith, known to many as the funniest man on Instagram (he is also a columnist for Vogue and the author of Trivial Pursuits and Men). How do you invite your friends to hang out… without their partners? How do you tolerate a flat out mean sister-in-law? Alison and Raven discuss. They also cover surefire playlists …
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Alison is joined this week by Tinx - author, podcast host of It’s Me, Tinx, and beloved advice giver. They respond to questions from callers about screen addiction (it’s real), how to reinforce self-confidence in girls, and whether greek yogurt is a swap for sour cream (not on a baked potato, it’s not). Tinx and Alison learn they share the same sec…
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Alison Gives Advice with Sam Fragoso
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In this week’s episode, Alison hosts one of her favorite podcast hosts - Sam Fragoso of Talk Easy with Sam Fragoso. The talk with Sam (as always) is easy, but some questions from callers are hard. Can family with opposing politics leave the bullshit behind for a wedding the weekend before the presidential election? Maybe, if they vote early (PSA: v…
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Alison is joined on today’s episode by Catherine Cohen - the actor, comedian, writer, poet, and podcast host (she really does it all!) Callers have questions about neighbors who park in the middle of the road, making friends when you work remotely, and rinsing rice. Some takeaways from Alison and Cat include be nice AND bad, consider sitting at the…
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This week Alison is joined by friend and actress Heléne Yorke, most recently (and iconically) known for her role as Brooke Dubek on The Other Two. How do you take care of people when you also want to be taken care of? Is Invisalign worth it? FMK: lemon, dill, tinned fish? Alison and Heléne (try to) answer these questions and a handful of others. Ca…
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In this pilot episode of a podcast about giving advice, it’s only fitting that Alison is joined by someone she goes to looking for it - longtime friend and Home Movies darling: David Cho. They discuss with callers the importance of being yourself, posting photos when you’re feeling yourself, and reminding yourself “it’s not about me” when it isn’t.…
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Introducing: Solicited Advice with Alison Roman
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New episodes every ThursdayBy Alison Roman / Talkhouse
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