Let's talk about friends that improved your life for the better
We all have friends who’ve impacted our lives in meaningful ways. In this episode, Jorge and Marisa share stories about two friends who changed their lives for the better, highlighting the power of connection, growth, and the people who show up when it matters most.If you or someone you know is struggling with your mental health, please reach out to the crisis hotline. You are not alone. 📞 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (U.S.) – Call or text 988 🌐 988lifeline.org 📞 988 Línea de Vida en Español – Llame o envíe un mensaje de texto al 988Send us a text
--------
25:48
--------
25:48
Let's talk about starting a community as an adult
In this episode, Marisa and Jorge discuss building a community as an adult. Marisa shares how friends holding you accountable and having tough conversations for the sake of protecting the friendship can create space for honest, meaningful connection without it feeling like an attack. Jorge shares a surprising story about how he went to school with a monk in middle school.Send us a text
--------
24:47
--------
24:47
Let's talk about workplace drama
It’s always a good idea to CYA aka cover your ass.In this episode Marisa dives into the wild story of how three coworkers teamed up against her while she was out getting married, only for HR and two bosses to immediately shut it down. Talk about a ruined post-wedding vacation high.Meanwhile Jorge shares the moment a harmless joke got twisted into something completely different and how he later witnessed a similar situation that wasn’t a joke at all. When reporting it felt like it could be seen as retaliation and he had to decide whether speaking up was worth the fallout.Workplace drama? We’ve lived it. Let’s talk about it.Send us a text
--------
37:27
--------
37:27
Let's talk about online grooming
Trigger Warning: This episode discusses grooming, manipulation, and sexual exploitation. Listener discretion is advised.In this episode, Marisa opens up for the first time about her personal experience with online grooming; how it began, what it looked like and how it shaped her understanding of vulnerability and self-worth.Joined by Jorge, the two have an honest and emotional conversation about manipulation, red flags, and how easily attention can turn into control.This episode is both a reflection and a reminder: if someone makes you feel seen only when you’re silent, that’s not love, that’s grooming.If you or someone you know may be experiencing grooming, manipulation, or sexual exploitation, please reach out for help.Know2Protect Tipline: 1-833-591-KNOW (5669)CyberTipline: report.cybertip.orgRAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) or online.rainn.orgStop It Now! Prevention Helpline: 1-888-PREVENTYou are not alone. There are people who will listen, believe you, and help you heal. Send us a text
--------
23:06
--------
23:06
Let's talk about when your friend is with a trash man
We all have a friend who is with someone that you think is trash. We have our stories of our friends, so let's talk about it. Send us a text
Girls and Gays Let’s Talk is your new go to podcast for a little bit of everything…chaotic stories, unfiltered opinions, and honest conversations about life, love, and the mess in between. We haven’t found a niche yet (we’re not in a rush), so you’ll hear us talk about whatever’s on our minds. Whether it’s a hot take, funny story, or a deep dive into a random thought at 2 a.m.Nothings off limits, so bring your questions, vibes, and your sense of humor. We’re all just figuring it out, one episode at a time!Girls and Gays Let’s Talk, come for the laughs, stay for the real talk.Send us a text to be on an episode!
México