Episodios

  • EP32: 'Am I the A*Hole': We Need to Talk About Weddings (And Who’s Really the Problem)
    Jun 17 2025

    In this episode of The Art of Classiness Podcast, we tackle some of the most controversial wedding-related AITA stories. From family dynamics and hurt feelings to navigating difficult wedding decisions, we explore the dilemmas that arise when personal boundaries, expectations, and family drama collide.

    Join us as we break down four real-life stories — including the choice to skip a sibling’s wedding, a sisterly dress dilemma, and wedding venue disputes — and ask the tough question: who’s in the wrong?

    We’ll dive into why these situations are so complicated, what they reveal about family loyalty and personal boundaries, and what makes these choices either classy or crass. Whether you’re navigating your own wedding challenges or simply enjoying the drama from the sidelines, this episode offers insights and some much-needed perspective on handling the messiest moments with grace.

    Connect with us on Instagram and TikTok: @artofclassiness Submit your own stories for future episodes! artofclassiness@gmail.com

    Quick disclaimer, friends – we're not doctors, just two people who love to share ideas and experiences. This podcast is for fun and informational purposes only. It's not meant to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have questions about your health, definitely reach out to your doctor or a qualified health professional. Take care of yourselves and use what feels right for you!

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    57 m
  • EP31: The Art of the Relationship Launch: Meeting Your Partner’s Friends (and Vice Versa)
    Jun 10 2025

    Starting a new relationship is thrilling—but introducing them to your carefully curated circle of friends? That’s an entirely different game. In this episode, we’ll guide you through the art of seamlessly weaving your partner into your social fabric (and how to handle it if the vibes are… complicated).

    Whether you’re the one bringing your new love to the group chat or you’re the friend group welcoming the fresh face, we’re covering everything you need to navigate this milestone with class. From first impressions to the awkward “do we even like each other?” phase, we’re here to make sure everyone feels seen, respected, and genuinely welcomed.

    Listen in for:

    • The psychology of introducing your partner to your friends (and why it matters)
    • Tips to make first impressions shine — without losing your authenticity
    • How to handle red flags, friend group drama, and that dreaded feeling when the vibes are off
    • Real talk about what to do if it’s not clicking — or if you’re the friend feeling protective

    Connect with us on Instagram and TikTok: @artofclassiness Submit your own stories for future episodes! artofclassiness@gmail.com

    Quick disclaimer, friends – we're not doctors, just two people who love to share ideas and experiences. This podcast is for fun and informational purposes only. It's not meant to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have questions about your health, definitely reach out to your doctor or a qualified health professional. Take care of yourselves and use what feels right for you!

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    1 h y 2 m
  • EP30: Reality TV and Emotional Intelligence: Why We Can’t Look Away
    Jun 3 2025

    In this episode, we’re peeling back the layers of reality TV... the shows we love to call “trash,” but can’t stop watching. From Love Is Blind to Vanderpump Rules, we’re exploring why these chaotic storylines hook us, what they reveal about our own friendships, and how they shape the way we navigate loyalty, jealousy, and vulnerability.

    We’ll unpack why these stories feel so real, how they mirror our own group chats, and what it means to watch them with emotional intelligence. Not just as entertainment, but as an unexpected window into human nature.

    Join us as we break down the archetypes we see onscreen and in real life, spot friendship red and green flags, and explore why analyzing the drama is anything but shallow.

    If you’ve ever found yourself cringing at a reunion episode or rooting for the underdog in a group meltdown, this episode is for you. Because sometimes, the messiest shows can be the best teachers.

    Connect with us on Instagram and TikTok: @artofclassiness Submit your own stories for future episodes! artofclassiness@gmail.com

    Quick disclaimer, friends – we're not doctors, just two people who love to share ideas and experiences. This podcast is for fun and informational purposes only. It's not meant to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have questions about your health, definitely reach out to your doctor or a qualified health professional. Take care of yourselves and use what feels right for you!

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    1 h y 1 m
  • EP29: Why Work Friendships Feel So Intense — And What to Do When They Don’t Last
    May 27 2025

    We’re diving into the world of office BFFs, coffee run confidants, and that work bestie who might just be your real bestie… or not. In this episode, we’re talking all about work friendships — why they form so fast, what happens when promotions or quitting throw them for a loop, and how to tell the difference between a forever friend and a proximity pal.

    We’ll share real-life stories of friendships that survived (or didn’t) beyond the break room, the messy emotions that can come up, and our best tips for keeping things classy when work drama hits.

    Whether you’re a Slack queen, a lunchroom gossip, or just trying to figure out if your office buddy is really your ride-or-die, this episode is for you.

    What you'll learn:

    • The psychology behind why work friends feel so intense.

    • How to handle it when your friend gets promoted… or ghosts you after quitting.

    • The do’s and don’ts of navigating work friendships — without calling HR.

    • Tips to keep things supportive, healthy, and genuinely connected.

    Connect with us on Instagram and TikTok: @artofclassiness Submit your own stories for future episodes! artofclassiness@gmail.com

    Quick disclaimer, friends – we're not doctors, just two people who love to share ideas and experiences. This podcast is for fun and informational purposes only. It's not meant to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have questions about your health, definitely reach out to your doctor or a qualified health professional. Take care of yourselves and use what feels right for you!

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    1 h y 6 m
  • EP28: 'Am I the A*hole': When Friends Expect Too Much — And Give Too Little
    May 20 2025

    What do you do when a friend asks for too much, or you’re caught in the middle of a family secret? In this ‘Am I the Ahole?’ episode of The Art of Classiness Podcast, we’re breaking down four sticky scenarios where boundaries, loyalty, and friendship collide. From being labeled the ‘rich friend’ to feeling pressured to reveal a devastating secret, we’re asking: Who’s the A*hole here — and what can we learn from it?

    What You’ll Learn:

    • How to set financial boundaries without feeling guilty
    • When honesty is the best policy — and when it’s just plain harsh
    • How to deal with friends who overstep without damaging the friendship
    • Why some secrets are better left unsaid (or are they?)

    WIBTA if I told a close family friend that her husband cheated on her 4 years ago?

    AITA for refusing to pay and leaving my friends in a restaurant as the ‘rich friend’?

    AITA For asking my friend to bring her own food when she asks to come over?

    AITA for telling a friend exactly why my wife and I wouldn't go on a trip with her?

    Connect with us on Instagram and TikTok: @artofclassiness Submit your own stories for future episodes: artofclassiness@gmail.com

    Quick disclaimer, friends – we're not doctors, just two people who love to share ideas and experiences. This podcast is for fun and informational purposes only. It's not meant to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have questions about your health, definitely reach out to your doctor or a qualified health professional. Take care of yourselves and use what feels right for you!

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    1 h y 7 m
  • EP27: Rich Friend, Poor Friend: When Money Gets Messy in Friendships
    May 13 2025

    What happens when one of you is living that bottomless brunch life and the other is barely making rent? In this episode of The Art of Classiness Podcast, we’re diving into the sometimes awkward, often unspoken tension of money and friendship — and why no one wants to talk about it.

    What You’ll Learn:

    • How money can quietly shift friendship dynamics
    • Why it’s not rude to ask, “What’s the plan?” when splitting the check
    • How to handle group trips, birthday dinners, and “let’s all chip in” moments when you’re on different financial levels
    • How to support a friend financially without feeling taken advantage of
    • Why some friendships thrive on split burritos and others crumble over champagne toasts

    If you’ve ever felt guilty about saying no to a big group trip or awkward about being the one who’s suddenly earning more — this one’s for you.

    Connect with us on Instagram and TikTok: @artofclassiness Submit your own stories: artofclassiness@gmail.com

    Quick disclaimer, friends – we're not doctors, just two people who love to share ideas and experiences. This podcast is for fun and informational purposes only. It's not meant to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have questions about your health, definitely reach out to your doctor or a qualified health professional. Take care of yourselves and use what feels right for you!

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    54 m
  • EP26: We’ll Raise Our Kids Together! (And Other Lies We Told Ourselves)
    May 6 2025

    You said you'd raise your kids together, plan matching playdates, and still text every day… and then real life happened. In this Mother’s Day episode of The Art of Classiness Podcast, we’re digging into how friendships evolve—and sometimes drift—when one of you becomes a mom and the other doesn’t.

    What You’ll Learn:

    • Why motherhood can create both distance and deeper connection in friendships

    • How to navigate mismatched lifestyles, guilt, and unmet expectations

    • Real-life examples of staying close when your seasons of life don’t match

    • What to say (and not say) when parenting enters the chat

    • Tips for supporting a mom friend—or staying close when you’re the one in the thick of it

    Whether you’re feeling left behind, stretched too thin, or just missing your old friendship rhythm, this episode is a reminder that love evolves—and real friendship can survive the plot twists.

    Connect with us on Instagram and TikTok: @artofclassiness Submit your own stories: artofclassiness@gmail.com

    Quick disclaimer, friends – we're not doctors, just two people who love to share ideas and experiences. This podcast is for fun and informational purposes only. It’s not meant to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have questions about your health, definitely reach out to your doctor or a qualified health professional. Take care of yourselves and use what feels right for you!

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    1 h y 1 m
  • EP25: The TV That Raised Us: Can Men and Women Really Just Be Friends?
    Apr 29 2025

    TV taught us a lot—but did it totally screw up how we see friendship between men and women?

    In this episode of The Art of Classiness Podcast, we’re kicking off a new kind of conversation with The TV That Raised Us: a look at the shows that shaped how we think about friendship, romance, and everything in between. From Friends to New Girl to HIMYM, we’re breaking down the “will-they-won’t-they” trope and asking: Can opposite-sex friendships really exist without turning romantic? And why does Hollywood always need a kiss to make it count?

    What You’ll Learn:

    • Why TV is obsessed with romanticizing male/female friendships

    • The difference between friendship chemistry and romantic chemistry

    • What happens when one person catches feelings—and the other doesn’t

    • The real-life consequences of fictional expectations

    • Which TV friendships got it right (and which totally fell apart)

    We’re also revisiting our own experiences, reflecting on how these portrayals shaped our beliefs, and calling out the storylines that should’ve just stayed friends.

    Connect with us on Instagram and TikTok: @artofclassiness Submit your stories, friendship meet-cutes, or class/crass scenarios: artofclassiness@gmail.com

    Quick disclaimer, friends – we're not doctors, just two people who love to share ideas and experiences. This podcast is for fun and informational purposes only. It's not meant to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have questions about your health, definitely reach out to your doctor or a qualified health professional. Take care of yourselves and use what feels right for you!

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    1 h y 7 m
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