Old-Fashioned Friends

Do women choose to be side chicks? | Episode 16

Society loves to whisper about "the other woman," but we rarely stop to ask why. In this episode, we’re stripping away the judgment (maybe not) to look at the nuance that define the "side chick" narrative.From the allure of "stable" married men to the controversial legal landscape in Nigeria, we unpack whether being the second choice is a conscious decision, a survival tactic, or a trap of self-deception.“The same cane used to flog the first wife… will eventually flog the second.”Let us know your thoughts below.

Vulnerability is not weakness | Episode 15

We say we want emotionally available partners, but what happens when the "Strong" facade breaks?In this episode of Old Fashioned Friends, Faith and Christine are joined by the insightful Abisola to have a conversation that many of us shy away from. We start with a story that shook the internet: a woman who encouraged her husband to be vulnerable, only to realize she lost respect for him once he actually opened up.Why do we recoil when men show pain? And for Black women, when did being "strong" stop being a compliment and start becoming a prison?We’re deconstructing the emotional rules we were all taught to follow and asking the hard questions about what it costs us to keep it all inside.

Paternity Fraud: When Trust and Biology Collide | Episode 14

What makes a father? Is it the DNA, or the years of showing up?In this episode of Old Fashioned Friends, we dive into one of the most sensitive and polarizing topics in modern relationships: Paternity Fraud. From the viral clips of paternity court to the heartbreaking reality of men discovering the truth years later, we’re unpacking the emotional, legal, and cultural layers of this global issue.We ask the questions most people are afraid to touch:👉 Is a request for a DNA test an insult to trust, or a search for peace of mind?👉 How does a child’s identity shift when the truth comes out?👉 Should paternity fraud be a criminal offense?👉 Can a relationship—or a family—ever truly recover?This isn't just about cheating; it’s about the aftermath that changes lives forever. Join us for a deep, honest, and unfiltered conversation.Join the Conversation:We want to hear from you in the comments. Is asking for a DNA test "radical," or should it be a mandatory part of the birth process to protect everyone involved? Let’s talk about it.

Your partner should never know this about you | Episode 13

We're going there. 😏 This week, we sit down with special guest Kate for one of those conversations people have in private but rarely out loud — should you disclose your sexual history to your partner?We kick things off with a real story from a salon that quickly went from casual gossip to full-blown drama, and nobody came out innocent. From there, we dig into the double standards, the insecurities, and the unspoken power dynamics that shape how we talk (or don't talk) about our pasts in relationships.Is honesty always the right move? Or are some truths better left unspoken? And why is it that a man's past is called "experience" while a woman's is called baggage?We also get into when disclosure actually matters — think sexual health, trauma, and dealbreakers — versus when it's just curiosity dressed up as honesty.🎙️ Topics we cover: * The salon story that started it all * Body count, double standards & misogyny * Does marriage entitle your partner to your past? * When honesty protects vs. when it just gives people ammunition * Shame, regret & weaponized truth

Is Friends With Benefits an Emotional Scam? Why Friends With Benefits Always Kills the Friendship | Episode 12

Is Friends With Benefits actually the ultimate freedom, from commitment or is it just a situationship wearing sunglasses? In this episode of Old Fashioned Friends, we get into the messy, complicated, and often dishonest world of FWB.We’re asking some hard questions: Can you really separate the body from the heart? Who is actually catching feelings? And is FWB just a loophole for people who are terrified of real commitment?Join the Conversation:We want to hear from you! Is it possible to have a successful FWB relationship long-term, or does someone always end up getting hurt? Drop your stories (or your warnings) in the comments below.#FriendsWithBenefits [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/friendswithbenefits] #FWB [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fwb] #Relationships [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/relationships] #DatingAdvice [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/datingadvice] #OldFashionedFriends [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/oldfashionedfriends] #Podcast [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/podcast] #ModernDating [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/moderndating] #Situationships [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/situationships]