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When Boyfriends Became Embarrassing: The Trend Vogue Missed

In this episode, your host Bridgette B. unpacks Vogue’s viral claim that “having a boyfriend is embarrassing now” and what that headline really exposes about modern dating culture, emotional maturity, and our relationship with validation.  We explore why the conversation blew up, who wrote it, and why the trend is less about partnerships and more about projected insecurity, online performance, and other bullish*t being fed to an impressionable culture of younger generations whose idea of news is TikTok. Bridgette reflects on dating during her adult-industry chapter vs now, as a woman anchoring herself in a much deeper spiritual journey and why real empowerment isn’t shaming wanting a connection but being able to discern a writers perspective versus your actual truth. References * Vogue article: “Is Having a Boyfriend Embarrassing Now?” Author: Chanté Joseph (Vogue UK edition) * Chanté Joseph background: writer, host, cultural commentator * Cultural trend: “hard-launch vs soft-launch” relationship era   Read and subscribe to the blog [www.theunfilteredsociety.com]! Follow the show on IG [www.instagram.com/bridgetteunfiltered]!   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hollywood’s Dirtiest Secrets: The Murder, The Starlet, and The Spin

In this solo episode, Bridgette dives into the infamous Lana Turner/Johnny Stompanato murder case and unpacks how studios weaponized beauty, silence, and PR spin to protect profit over truth. From domestic-violence cover-ups to media rebranding trauma as entertainment, she connects the dots between 1950s studio control and the 2025 influencer algorithm. Expect raw storytelling, pop-culture parallels, and unfiltered insight into: * The night that changed Hollywood forever: Lana Turner’s daughter, a kitchen knife, and a fatal fight. * How MGM’s PR team turned a tragedy into a “redemption arc.” * Why society still rewards women who survive beautifully but punishes them for breaking publicly. * The psychology of image contro from studio contracts to the algorithm’s invisible leash, a topic Bridgette is well familiar with. Plus, the Dear Bridgette segment on modern fame, validation, and learning to exist outside the performance, coming from a random girltalk conversation at a coffeeshop in Miami! If this episode hit home, share it with someone who’s ever felt pressured to perform perfection. Subscribe to BridgetteUNFILTERED wherever you listen to podcasts! Read and subscribe to the blog [www.theunfilteredsociety.com]! Follow the show on IG [www.instagram.com/bridgetteunfiltered]!   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why Men Chase Chaos and Call It Chemistry, Dear Bridgette, and more!

Referenced Sources & Footnotes * Bowlby, J. & Ainsworth, M. (1960s-1980s). Attachment Theory * Arriaga, X. B. (2013) Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, 30(4). * Medical News Today, 2022. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/on-and-off-relationships * Graham, J. M. & Clark, M. S. (2012) https://www.researchgate.net/publication/249719372 * TIME Magazine, 2024 * Girl, Interrupted (1999) Sony Pictures Entertainment. Read and subscribe to the blog [www.theunfilteredsociety.com]! Follow the show on IG [www.instagram.com/bridgetteunfiltered]!   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We’re Too Online to Fall in Love: Why Modern Dating Feels So Broken

Everyone wants love, but no one wants to slow down long enough to feel it. In this deeply honest episode, BridgetteUNFILTERED connects the dots between dopamine culture, dating apps, and porn addiction,and how it’s numbing an entire generation from real intimacy. She shares her firsthand insight from inside the adult industry, new psychological research, and the small steps that can help men and women rebuild genuine connection offline, spoken all from firsthand experience.. Thank you so much for your continued support, see you next episode! Footnotes / References: 1. JAMA Psychiatry (2023). Neural Desensitization and Reward Response in Pornography Use. 2. University of Cambridge Neuroscience (2020). Compulsive Behavior and Addiction Pathways. 3. Pew Research Center (2025). Digital Dating and Emotional Authenticity Survey. 4. Journal of Behavioral Addictions (2022). Sexual Satisfaction and Internet Pornography Use. 5. Harvard Health (2021). Resilience and Long-Term Emotional Recovery. Support the show [https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/YJNNF3WXVM85W] * Submit your questions for via Instagram @BridgetteUNFILTERED * Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you pod! * YouTube at www.youtube.com/bridgetteunfiltered [https://www.youtube.com/@bridgetteunfiltered] Read and subscribe to the blog [www.theunfilteredsociety.com]! Follow the show on IG [www.instagram.com/bridgetteunfiltered]!   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Men Trying to Do Better: The Messy Truth No One Talks About

Growth isn’t always pretty, but it’s possible.  In this episode, your host Bridgette dives into men’s mental health and the new wave of self-improvement in 2025. From breaking old patterns to building real habits, discover the 5 key signs that a man is truly working on himself, backed by research (like Harvard Health’s finding that resilience is one of the strongest predictors of long-term success)., real-life stories of my sorority days, and a little tough love. This episode is for the men who want to rise, and women who want to support. References & Sources: Fincham, F. D. (2002). The Psychology of Forgiveness: A Theoretical Review and Prospects for Future Research.Journal of Social and Personal Relationships. O’Donnell, S. et al. (2018). Lifestyle Medicine: A Brief Review of Its Dramatic Impact on Health and Survival.American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine. American Psychological Association. (2019). The Role of Self-Regulation in Relationships and Mental Health. Fox, J. et al. (2023). Self-Presentation and Oversharing on Social Media: Implications for Authenticity.Cyberpsychology, Behavior, and Social Networking. Harvard Health Publishing. (2021). The Science of Resilience: How to Bounce Back from Adversity. National Institute of Mental Health. (2020). Men and Depression. PMC Journal. Global Wellness Institute. (2025). Men’s Wellness Trends and Insights. Norcross, J. C. (2012). Changeology: The Science of Personal Change. American Psychologist. Umberson, D. et al. (2019). Emotional Labor in Romantic Relationships: Gender, Power, and Health Outcomes.Journal of Marriage and Family. Farrell, A. K. et al. (2022). Partner Support, Self-Care, and Relationship Quality. Journal of Social and Personal Relationships. Support the show [https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/YJNNF3WXVM85W] * Submit your questions for via Instagram @BridgetteUNFILTERED * Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you pod! * YouTube at www.youtube.com/bridgetteunfiltered [https://www.youtube.com/@bridgetteunfiltered] Read and subscribe to the blog [www.theunfilteredsociety.com]! Follow the show on IG [www.instagram.com/bridgetteunfiltered]!   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.