Nobody has more relationship baggage than us! Rob and Lena navigate life, love and try to have fun while doing it. If you can't laugh at yourself, you can't laugh at anyone.
Hosts Lena and Rob candidly discuss Rob’s struggle with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), the daily disruptions it caused, and the tests and treatments he tried.Rob describes his decision to have the minimally invasive iTind procedure, what the treatment involved, his recovery, and how his symptoms improved—plus practical advice encouraging men to get checked early.
5 Jun 2026
48: Along the Way: Vonnie’s Solo Quest to See America
Vonnie describes launching a spontaneous solo road trip from Wisconsin to the western U.S., visiting botanical gardens and national parks while funding the journey with gig work like DoorDash and Instacart. She shares practical tips on car camping, renting fuel‑efficient cars, finding safe overnight spots, and using memberships to save money.
The episode also explores themes of solitude, personal growth, and freedom as Vonnie reflects on learning to travel light, trust her instincts, and enjoy the unknown while pursuing a lifelong goal to see the country.
14 Sept 2025
47: Mankeeping: Why Women Are Tired
Hosts Lena and Rob unpack "mankeeping" — the unpaid emotional and social labor women often perform for men. Through candid, humorous conversation, they explore examples, personal stories, and cultural factors like loneliness, changing gender norms, and digital life that contribute to this imbalance.They reflect on whether it applies to their relationship, discuss health risks of loneliness, and consider how social media, toxic masculinity, and shifting expectations shape modern friendships and intimacy.
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