Just Between Us... From Aisle to Annulment, Dakota Wright on Nick Viall Files, and Sharing Wisdom - Ep. 23

This Stays Between Us... Are You Elphaba or Glinda?

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2457110/open_sms] We laugh through a chaotic sound bath, survive hot yoga, and use Wicked to unpack conformity, propaganda, and what it means to be “good.” The talk turns from wellness mishaps to moral complexity, boundaries, and why storytelling sometimes changes minds better than arguments. • awkward sound bath, cacao ritual, salt cave vibes  • fueling and dizziness lessons from hot yoga  • aging bodies, mobility, sciatica, practical recovery  • Glinda vs Elphaba as approval vs conviction  • popularity as power and palatability  • propaganda, groupthink, and blind authority  • no one is a villain in their own story  • grace with boundaries, emotional intelligence  • storytelling and art as soft power for change

Just Between Us... From Aisle to Annulment, Dakota Wright on Nick Viall Files, and Sharing Wisdom - Ep. 23

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2457110/open_sms] Listen in on the most telling red flags at weddings and how divorce is not just optional, it's probable. After that, let's analyze the toxic dynamic between Dakota and Taylor from Secret Lives of Mormon Wives after Dakota's interview on Nick Viall Files. Lastly, catch some of our wisdom that you just might find embroidered on your grandma's pillows. • Aggressive cake-smashing at weddings is an immediate divorce and deserves jail time • Grooms not crying when the bride walks down the aisle is a major disappointment and calls for a redo • Partners who don't stand up for each other against difficult family members deserve jail • Let's do away with the garter toss tradition, please • Dakota Wright from "Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" fails to take accountability for his actions in his relationship with Taylor • Public scrutiny makes relationship healing significantly more difficult • Past trauma explains behavior but doesn't excuse it, let's get that straight • Standing up for your partner is foundational to a healthy relationship Be delusional. Reality is for people with no imagination.

Just Between Us... Boobs, Mormons, and Magic Muscle Patches

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2457110/open_sms] Crys shares her journey to getting a breast reduction, including an awkward consultation with the surgeon and dealing with insurance complications for her 32K cup size. The medical necessity debate highlights the physical toll of large breasts, including back pain and daily discomfort. • Crys and Riss discuss their experiences with skincare treatments like retinol and chemical peels, sharing horror stories of peeling faces and makeup disasters • Both hosts strongly advocate for proper showering habits and criticize trends of infrequent washing • The period disc gets enthusiastic endorsements from both hosts as a life-changing menstrual product that reduces cramps and eliminates leaks • Motherhood struggles get a candid examination, including breastfeeding difficulties, postpartum body changes, and the unequal burden on mothers • Crystal reviews "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" reality show, critiquing the manufactured drama and questionable ethics of filming therapy sessions Follow us on TikTok @therealtsbu, subscribe on YouTube, and let us know what topics you'd like us to cover next!

Just between our bookclub... The 7 Husbands of Evelyn Hugo

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2457110/open_sms] We dive into Taylor Jenkins Reid's captivating novel "The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo," exploring the story of a Hollywood icon who strategically navigates fame, fortune, and forbidden love through seven marriages while hiding her true self. • Evelyn Hugo requests an unknown journalist to write her biography, revealing the calculated nature of her seven marriages • Hollywood in the 1950s-60s required actresses to maintain specific public images, forcing Evelyn to hide her true identity • Evelyn's relationship with actress Celia St. James forms the emotional core of the story as they navigate their forbidden love • The concept of "bearding" and creating fake relationships plays a crucial role in how the characters protect themselves • Harry Cameron becomes Evelyn's closest friend, co-parent, and "husband" while hiding his own sexuality • The novel explores how fame forces people to create elaborate deceptions that ultimately cause deep personal pain • The shocking connection between Evelyn and journalist Monique ties the story together in an unexpected way • Reid's writing beautifully captures the glamour of Old Hollywood while exposing its dangerous demands Check out more of our book discussions and other content on all podcast platforms and YouTube at This Stays Between Us, and follow us on TikTok @TheRealTSBU.

Just Between Us… Why Are Public Bathrooms and Velcro Wallets Ruining Our Lives?

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2457110/open_sms] We confess our embarrassing knowledge gaps, communication mishaps, and haunting childhood memories that keep us up at night. • Frustrations with motion-sensor faucets at Costco and the desperate dance of trying to get them to work • Confusing conversation with mom who said she "wouldn't be here much longer" leading to panic before clarifying she meant moving houses • Confessing to struggles with reading analog clocks, understanding directions, and converting time phrases like "20 till the hour" • Stories of childhood sports traumas, including accidentally touching a soccer ball with hands and breaking a classmate's leg • Acknowledging those knowledge gaps we all have but rarely admit to, from measurements to animal names • How we use excuses like being bilingual to explain away basic knowledge we should probably know Follow us on all platforms including YouTube and TikTok @TheRealTSBU and remember, these confessions stay between us!