Best Tony Jimenez Podcasts (2025)

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How to Survive the Internet's Worst People with Drew Afualo 56:42

4d ago56:42

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Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn This week on Getting Better, JVN sat down with internet sweetheart, icon, and author - the effervescent Drew Afualo. Talking all things clapping back to trolls, nuanced conversations on the internet, and why being woke …

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What the Supreme Court Decision on U.S. v. Skrmetti Really Means with Chase Strangio 33:57

6d ago33:57

33:57

This week on The Monday Edit: JVN sat down with Chase Strangio from the ACLU to debrief on last week’s 6-3 ruling by the Supreme Court on U.S. v Skrmetti - ruling in favor of continuing Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care. Chase made history in December 2024 as the first openly Trans lawyer to argue in front of the U.S. Supreme Court. All that…

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How to Actually Save & Invest Money in a Failing Economy with Katie Gatti Tassin 58:46

11d ago58:46

58:46

Money, money, money, money…MO-NEY! The Money with Katie Show host Katie Gatti Tassin here to talk with JVN all about how we can beat capitalism, get ahead, and get informed about the system that we’re all operating in - whether we like it or not! Katie’s new book Rich Girl Nation is out now. Money with Katie was founded in 2020 by Katie Gatti Tassi…

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Advocating for the Rights of Undocumented Immigrants with Cristina Jiménez Moreta 31:01

13d ago31:01

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This week on The Monday Edit: JVN sat down with Cristina Jiménez Moreta to talk about her new book Dreaming of Home: How We Turn Fear Into Pride, Power, and Real Change and the work being done at United We Dream, the country’s largest youth-led immigrant organization - which Cristina co-founded. Plus our breakdown of the Tony awards and our HBOTW! …

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The Gen Z Red Wave and Protecting Your Peace Online with Matt Bernstein (aka MattXIV) 44:42

18d ago44:42

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This week we’re joined by political commentator and Gen Z Icon, Matt Bernstein - the creator behind @MattXIV and A Bit Fruity Podcast. Together, Matt and JVN discuss the very real Gen Z red wave, finding your peace amidst online political discourse, make-up (yes, darling!), and much much more - plus, we find out just how many Millennial references …

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The Patriarchy Playbook: How America’s Gendered Hierarchy Endures with Anna Malika Tubbs 35:20

20d ago35:20

35:20

This week on The Monday Edit, we have a very special guest joining in on the Monday fun: best selling author Anna Malaika Tubbs stopped by to tell us all about her new book, Erased: What American Patriarchy Has Hidden from Us and helps us hone in on real time examples of our Patriarchy is being weaponized today. Anna unpacks how the United States h…

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Why Culture Is For You with Matt Rogers 50:00

25d ago50:00

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Matt Rogers, comedian, actor, writer, host, half of the duo behind Las Culturistas and multi hyphenate extraordinaire is on Getting Better this week to enter our queer millennial world on all things pop culture, pride heroes, lgbtqia+, Celine Dion, Tony Awards, Ariana Grande, Epic Universe and of course... JK Rowling. He tells us his and Bowen Yang…

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Labubu Supremacy, Taylor’s Masters, Attacks on Safe-Haven Programs 34:50

27d ago34:50

34:50

This week on The Monday Edit: the Dry and Salty Environment of Salt Lake City, Supreme Court revoking the safe haven program, Elon’s drug dealer, the West Village Crypto Kidnapping, conspiracy theories, and propaganda we are not falling for! Not A Phase. Trans Lifeline Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Instagram @jvn and seni…

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Your Local Libraries Matter Now More Than Ever with Julie Murphy 54:30

1M ago54:30

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#1 New York Times Best Selling Author Julie Murphy stops by to talk with JVN about the recent attacks on local libraries, investing in independent bookstores, why exposure to Queer voices is paramount for young readers - plus! The two go all in on their new YA book Let Them Stare. Julie Murphy is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of books fo…

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Karen Read Retrial, The Supreme Court Deadlock, and Supporting Independent Bookstores 28:25

1M ago28:25

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This week on The Monday Edit: The Let Them Stare drop, Karen Read Retrial, The Supreme Court Deadlock, eating around friends, and independent bookstores. Not A Phase. Trans Lifeline Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Instagram @jvn and senior producer Chris @amomentlikechris New video episodes Getting Better on YouTube every W…

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Why Your Brain Craves Revenge and How to Break Free 51:00

1M ago51:00

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Revenge, why do we want to get revenge so bad? And where does that urge come from? And how do we go from wanting to get revenge to being able to forgive someone or others? James Kimmel Jr., Yale lecturer and co-founder of the Yale Collaborative for Motive Studies, is on Getting Better this week to teach us just that. James gives us insight into the…

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Birthright Citizenship, Trump’s Qatari 747, AMAs 2025 (Taylor’s Version) 30:21

1M ago30:21

30:21

This week on The Monday Edit: Astrological events this week, drone sightings, Birthright Citizenship, Trump’s Qatari 747. Swifties Clowning about the 2025 AMAs, and friendship trauma. Donate: Not A Phase. Trans Lifeline Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Instagram @jvn and senior producer Chris @amomentlikechris New video epis…

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Astrology Explained: The Power of Your Chart with Astrologist Aliza Kelly 57:33

2M ago57:33

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This week’s expert is Aliza Kelly, a renowned celebrity astrologer, author, columnist, and host of the podcast, “Horoscope Weekly.” JVN and Aliza go all in on Jonathan’s chart, and how astrology can truly be a self-care practice. Together, they’re diving into the profound ways engaging with astrology can become a meaningful and empowering form of s…

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Attacks on the Separation of Church and State, The Lawless Supreme Court, and the Update on Public Schools 39:03

2M ago39:03

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This week on The Monday Edit - we’re making public push back fun with Strict Scrutiny’s co-host Leah Litman talking all about her new book Lawless: How the Supreme Court Came to Run on Conservative Grievance, Fringe Theories, and Bad Vibes. We’re also talking about why public schools are becoming the battle ground for the separation of church and s…

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How to Embrace Failure & Let Go of Fear with Dan Harris 51:27

2M ago51:27

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Dan Harris, host of the 10% Happier Podcast, best selling author, and former ABC News Anchor sits down with JVN to talk about how we can get comfortable with failure and how to stop letting fear control your life. Dan unpacks how failure became the unlikely catalyst for lasting change. Whether you're battling self-doubt or just trying to bounce bac…

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JVN Takes Miami, Threats to Due Process, Audra McDonald’s 11th Tony Award Nomination 39:10

2M ago39:10

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This week on The Monday Edit: JVN takes Miami, threats to due process, Barbra & Mariah & Ariana, when to stop drinking coffee, and some history making Tony Nominations. Not A Phase. Trans Lifeline Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Instagram @jvn and senior producer Chris @amomentlikechris New video episodes Getting Better on …

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Memory & the Brain-Changing Benefits of Sleep with Neuroscientist Dr. Wendy Suzuki 47:15

2M ago47:15

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Neuroscientist Dr. Wendy Suzuku is joining Getting Better this week teaching us to how to care for the brain. Do supplements really work? And the research and science proven brain-changing benefits of exercise, sleep, movement and food. We're diving into memory and how our brains actually memorize. And diving into how we keep our minds and brains f…

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THE MONDAY EDIT: Mahmoud Khalil, Trump 2028, Espresso Martinis 41:54

2M ago41:54

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This week, we’re talking: espresso martini mayhem, the detention of Mahmoud Khalil, Trump 2028, tennis obsessions, and our POV on Michelle Obama’s act of self care. Not A Phase. Trans Lifeline Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Instagram @jvn and senior producer Chris @amomentlikechris New video episodes Getting Better on YouT…

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Sustainability Crash Course with Environmentalist Leah Thomas 46:01

2M ago46:01

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Leah Thomas, author of The Intersectional Environmentalist, stopped by Getting Better to help us get a grip on how we can be sustainable from home, understand why environmental justice IS social justice, and why joy should be at the center of all activism. Leah Thomas is an award-winning environmentalist based in Los Angeles. A passionate advocate …

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THE MONDAY EDIT: Alien Enemies Act, J.K. Rowling’s Cigar, Lady Gaga at Coachella 34:28

2M ago34:28

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This week, we’re talking: deportations under the Alien Enemies Act, the U.K. Supreme Court ruling on the definition of a woman, J.K. Rowling’s Cigar, Nicola Coughlin, and Lady Gaga at Coachella. Not A Phase. Trans Lifeline Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Instagram @jvn and senior producer Chris @amomentlikechris New video e…

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The 1 Minute Practice That Can Change Your Life with Manifestation Expert Gabby Bernstein 53:33

2M ago53:33

53:33

Gabrielle Bernstein, best selling author and manifestation expert, stopped by Getting Better to help JVN understand the POWER of manifestation. What mental blocks do we carry with us that make it nearly impossible to manifest the life we want? How can we start TODAY? What does Family Systems Therapy have to do with it? We’re gonna find out! For nea…

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THE MONDAY EDIT: Trump pardons, Ron Vara, White Lotus Finale 36:34

3M ago36:34

36:34

This week, we’re talking: travel fatigue, negative self talk, the price of Presidential pardons, Ron Vara, and the end of music’s longest feud. Plus! Our breakdown of The White Lotus finale. Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Instagram @jvn and senior producer Chris @amomentlikechris New video episodes Getting Better on YouTub…

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3 Procrastination Hacks To Jumpstart Your Day with Marie Forleo 51:36

3M ago51:36

51:36

Procrastination, honey! We’ve all been there, done that, and bought the t-shirt. But whether it’s fear or misalignment - we’re uncovering the real reasons why we procrastinate, how to handle the procrastinator in your life, and how we can change the narrative on negative self talk to set ourselves up for success. Marie Forleo, New York Times Best S…

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THE MONDAY EDIT: Georgia’s Draconian Abortion Laws, Cory Booker’s Speech, Kelly Clarkson’s Wink 38:08

3M ago38:08

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This week, we’re talking: idealistic Maine seaside towns, Kelly Clarkson and her wink, Tariffs, Georgia’s Abortion Law, Mario Kart World, and Hot B*tch Of The Week: Cory Booker. Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Instagram @jvn and senior producer Chris @amomentlikechris New video episodes Getting Better on YouTube every Wedne…

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Want to Love Better? Start Here with Yung Pueblo 54:39

3M ago54:39

54:39

We’re diving into the world of love, self-awareness, and the power of releasing the old labels that no longer serve us. JVN is joined by the wise and wonderful Yung Pueblo (aka Diego Perez) to talk about how we can all love BETTER. We’re getting into why we need to move beyond "masculine energy" and "feminine energy,” why the foundation for love is…

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THE MONDAY EDIT: Watch Out for THIS Supreme Court Ruling on Gender-Affirming Care 34:28

3M ago34:28

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Welcome to The Monday Edit! This is the official Getting Better companion podcast where JVN and senior producer Chris are diving into all things BTS from the pod, answering listener questions, and breaking down the world at large. This week, we’re talking: Doechii, Hannah Einbinder’s HRC speech, the White Lotus, the upcoming Supreme Court ruling on…

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Queer Eye’s Antoni Shares the Surprising Ways That Food Can Change Your Life 42:21

3M ago42:21

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This week, JVN and Antoni Porowski serve up a delicious conversation on the intersections of food, identity, and personal growth. From Antoni’s culinary journey to the ways food connects us to our past, present, and future, they explore how what we eat can reflect who we are. Antoni opens up about the role of food in self-care, how cooking can be a…

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THE MONDAY EDIT: Attacks On HIV Prevention Programs, Benefits of Maintaining A Streak, Bhad Bhabie 39:02

3M ago39:02

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Welcome to The Monday Edit! This is the official Getting Better companion podcast where JVN and senior producer Chris are diving into all things BTS from the pod, answering listener questions, and breaking down the world at large. This week, we’re talking: astrological sister signs, the ongoing Bhad Bhabie & Alabama Barker feud, the great Cybertruc…

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The Life Changing Science of Optimism (And How You Can Harness It) 50:23

3M ago50:23

50:23

Getting Curious just got a Queer Eye makeover all its own! Today we’re entering a new era of the podcast - Getting Better! We’re so excited you’re joining us on this next chapter. This podcast will help guide you through life’s shared challenges—and leave you feeling a little bit better. This week JVN and Gretchen explore the art (and science) of f…

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PRETTY CURIOUS | Tariffs, Living Rent Free In Republicans Heads, And The Newest Hollywood IT Couple 30:40

3M ago30:40

30:40

Curious people, we have so much to talk about! This week on Pretty Curious, JVN and senior producer Chris are diving into the celebrity “IT” couple we can’t get enough of, the shadow side of healing, and living rent free in Republicans heads. Follow us on Instagram @CuriousWithJVN to learn more about the products from this episode, or head to Jonat…

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How Is Trauma Dumping Affecting My Relationships? 43:20

4M ago43:20

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This week, JVN sits down with existential psychotherapist and author Dr. Sara Kuburic, widely recognized as the @Millennial.Therapist in Instagram, to delve into the phenomenon of "trauma dumping." We’re exploring the nuances between sharing personal experiences and overloading others with unsolicited trauma narratives. Dr. Kuburic sheds light on t…

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PRETTY CURIOUS | Oscars 2025, the Censure of Rep. Al Green, and the Decreasing Butterfly Population 39:56

4M ago39:56

39:56

Queens, we have so much to catch up on! This week on Pretty Curious, JVN and senior producer Chris are going all in on current events, the Oscars, and debriefing from last week’s Getting Curious on being your authentic self at work - MUCH vulnerability. Buckle up, babes—this episode is serving laughs, feels, and the kind of chaotic curiosity we liv…

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The Truth About Bringing Your "Authentic Self” To Work - A Leadership Coach Explains 51:17

4M ago51:17

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Work takes up more of our lives than almost anything else—so it’s no wonder that it can leave us feeling drained, stuck, and oftentimes further away from who we authentically are. This week, JVN is sitting down with leadership coach and author Mory Fontanez to unpack what it really means to bring your best self to work. Should we be striving for au…

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PRETTY CURIOUS | JVN Talks Weightloss Transformation Posts And Trust Issues 32:53

4M ago32:53

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This week, we’re diving into what’s going on in your world, news that SLAYS, and the news that makes us go “Orrr Norr!” Plus! Thirsty and celebratory IG posts, hot takes on betrayals of trust, and stick around to the end for our Hot Bitch Of The Week! Follow us on Instagram @CuriousWithJVN to learn more about the products from this episode, or head…

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How To Keep Jealousy From Derailing Your Life 51:06

4M ago51:06

51:06

Jealousy—it's messy, maddening, and sometimes downright mortifying. But what if we told you it’s also one of our greatest teachers? This week, JVN is sitting down with relationship coach extraordinaire and author Jillian Turecki to unpack the real meaning behind our green-eyed moments. From romantic jealousy to career envy to the kind of retroactiv…

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PRETTY CURIOUS | JVN Weighs In On Navigating Work-Life Balance 33:40

4M ago33:40

33:40

Work-Life Balance, Tattoos, and News That Makes Us Go “Orr Norr”—in this episode of Pretty Curious, JVN and producer Chris are catching up on all things Fab Five live tour shenanigans, debates getting their own tattoos removed, and news that slays this week! Follow us on Instagram @CuriousWithJVN to learn more about the products from this episode, …

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Can You Inherit Trauma - And If So, Can You Inherit Healing? 57:47

4M ago57:47

57:47

JVN sits down with journalist and author James Longman to explore one of the most fascinating questions in mental health: can you inherit trauma? Drawing from his deeply personal journey and his new book The Inherited Mind, James unpacks the science behind genetic predisposition, epigenetics, and the interplay between nature and nurture. Together, …

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PRETTY CURIOUS | The Under-Eye Fix You’ve Been Searching For - JVN Breaks It Down 35:16

4M ago35:16

35:16

Today, we’re unpacking everything from the state of the world to the state of our own little bubble. It’s giving life lessons with a little bit of pop culture chaos. From the art of letting go of goals that don’t serve you to the death of the Duolingo owl, we’re covering all the bases. Plus! JVN’s under-eye hack - it’s major. Follow us on Instagram…

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How Can I Make Romance Work For Me? 54:05

5M ago54:05

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Jonathan sits down with certified sexologist and intimacy expert Shan Boodram for a Valentine's Day deep dive into the world of romance, sex, and relationships. Together, they explore how to make love work for you—whether you’re single, coupled, or somewhere in between. Shan breaks down the key ingredients of a healthy relationship, explains why we…

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117: Exploring Apricot Seeds, Laetrile, and Reviving Natural Cancer Therapies | John A. Richardson, Jr. 51:46

5M ago51:46

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John Richardson, Founder & Chief Visionary Officer of Operation World Without Cancer and Founder of Richardson Nutritional Center, passionately shares his family's advocacy for Laetrile, a natural cancer treatment derived from apricot seeds, and recounts powerful success stories in its application. The episode provokes critical questions about the …

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PRETTY CURIOUS | JVN Goes Blonde, BTS at The View, and NYC with the Fab 5 - Let’s Get Into It! 35:23

5M ago35:23

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JVN tackles the age old question: do blondes have more fun? On this episode of Pretty Curious, Jonathan Van Ness and producer Chris McClure spill the tea on JVN’s latest glow-up: going blonde. They chat about the chaotic history of Snapchat filters, the art of cheering on your friends (without the jealousy), and what it really means to embrace chan…

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What’s The Value In Community? 49:36

5M ago49:36

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JVN sits down with Dr. Lakeysha Hallmon—educator, entrepreneur, and founder of The Village Market—to unpack one of the biggest myths of our time: being self-made. In a culture that glorifies individual success, Dr. Key challenges us to rethink the power of community. Together, they explore why no one truly makes it alone, how the myth of self-suffi…

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PRETTY CURIOUS | JVN’s Sculptra Review And Why You Should Ditch Microspending 33:24

5M ago33:24

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Beauty, Botox, and the Battle Against Microspending—in this episode of Pretty Curious, Jonathan Van Ness and producer Chris McClure dive into everything from winter skincare updates to political anxieties. Jonathan spills the tea on their latest dermatology adventure—trying Sculptra for the first time—and how/why they low-key tricked their husband …

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How Do I Stop Being Such A People Pleaser? 53:15

5M ago53:15

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JVN sits down with Kati Morton, a licensed therapist and bestselling author, to dive deep into the world of people-pleasing. Together, they unpack why people-pleasing isn’t just about being nice—it’s about discomfort with other people’s discomfort, and why it leaves so many of us feeling invisible, drained, and resentful. Kati shares her expert tip…

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116: Confronting Stage Four Prostate Cancer Through Faith and Holistic Healing | David and Kathi Peters 39:17

5M ago39:17

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David and Kathy Peters share their journey following David's stage four prostate cancer diagnosis, focusing on their choice to pursue natural healing rather than conventional treatments. Highlighting the importance of community, diet, and emotional resilience, they encourage others to embrace holistic approaches to health. • David's prostate cancer…

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PRETTY CURIOUS | Could You Be Making An Expensive Hair Mistake? Do This Before You Go Too Far 34:50

5M ago34:50

34:50

Beauty, politics, and Grammy predictions—oh my! In this episode of Pretty Curious, Jonathan Van Ness is answering listener questions and talking all things winter skincare to Hollywood hair theories. Need to save your dry, chapped hands this season? JVN offers a three-step moisturizing hack that’ll have your hands softer than ever. Plus! Jonathan’s…

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What's The Real Cost Of Not Trusting Yourself? A Trust Expert Weighs In 53:07

5M ago53:07

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Trust—it’s a five-letter word that makes the world go 'round. In this episode, JVN sits down with Rachel Botsman, a leading expert on trust in the modern world, to explore the role trust plays in our relationships, decisions, and even society at large. Together, they dive into why trust isn’t just a feeling but a belief, how impulsivity and unmet e…

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115: Detoxification, Immune Therapies, and Environmental Toxins in Rising Young Adult Cancer | Dr. Tony Jimenez 34:02

5M ago34:02

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This episode discusses the alarming rise of cancer in young adults, examining the environmental, dietary, and emotional factors involved. The conversation emphasizes holistic healing, the role of detoxification, and practical strategies for reducing health risks related to toxins and EMF exposure. • Discussion on increasing cancer rates among young…

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PRETTY CURIOUS | JVN Says You Deserve Better Skincare This Winter— Here’s How 39:45

5M ago39:45

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Winter skin woes, Pilates breakthroughs, and a whole lot of beauty tea! JVN is diving into all things skincare for the coldest months this side of the globe, from must-have moisturizers to whether that fancy face oil is really working for you. Plus! JVN spills on their latest pilates journey and the return to group fitness. But it’s not all glow-up…

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Is My Friendship Over? A Friendship Coach Weighs In 51:16

6M ago51:16

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Friendship breakups. Knowing when to hold on—and when to let go. JVN sits down with friendship coach Danielle Bayard Jackson to unpack the complexities of platonic relationships and why they can be just as emotionally charged as romantic ones. They dive into the signs that a friendship may have run its course, how to end things with integrity, and …

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