Best Aaron Karo Podcasts (2025)

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#116 - Friendship Therapy 32:28

2h ago32:28

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Couples go to therapy to work out their issues, and now there's a growing trend of friends doing the same thing. Would you ever consider friend therapy? We debate the pros and cons of working it out with your friend on this week's episode of Man of the Year. Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year on…

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No More Situationships with Tara Jokes | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast w Matchmaker Maria 31:52

12h ago31:52

31:52

It’s a bittersweet episode as Matchmaker Maria is joined one last time by her favorite guest co-host, comedian @tarajokes ! Together, they dive into one of Maria’s signature hotline episodes, packed with laughs, wisdom, and a little tough love❤️ This week, Maria and Tara tackle a Matchmaker Mail 💌 from someone struggling to voice her wants in a rel…

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#130 - The Sober Curious Lifestyle and the Impact on Your Friendships: with Hallie Sawyer 28:28

3d ago28:28

28:28

Do you know someone who has adopted a "sober curious" lifestyle? Perhaps it's a pivot you've been considering for yourself? The term is usually credited to Ruby Warrington, author of Sober Curious: The Blissful Sleep, Greater Focus, Limitless Presence, and Deep Connection Awaiting Us All on the Other Side of Alcohol. “Sober curious” means you're cu…

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#115 - Good Friends Have Hard Conversations 32:10

3h ago32:10

32:10

This episode delves into the theory that good friends have hard conversations, emphasizing that addressing conflict is essential to building strong and meaningful relationships. Avoiding tough topics may seem easier, but it often leads to resentment or distance. By embracing honest, respectful dialogue, friends can resolve misunderstandings, streng…

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Freeze For Your Future w Monica Matta & Tara Jokes | Ask a Matchmaker pod w Matchmaker Maria 42:52

7d ago42:52

42:52

This week, Matchmaker Maria and comedian Tara Cannistraci , @tarajokes , are joined by special guest Monica, a founder of Conceivable Reproductive, a concierge service helping women navigate fertility options abroad In this heartfelt episode, Tara shares her personal story of freezing her eggs at 33—a decision she made during a time of uncertainty …

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#129 - Do you know how your friends like to be comforted in hard times? 11:11

11d ago11:11

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It's the middle of January 2025. Right now you might have friends in Southern California who have evacuated from their homes. You might know someone whose house, entire neighborhood, community, and school are gone. And there's often a time in life when you know someone in a health, personal, or other kind of crisis, even if it's not a situation as …

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#114 - How To Make A Friend: Part II 30:13

7d ago30:13

30:13

This is the second half of our two part series that breaks down all of our tips into a very clear straightforward step by step process on how to make friends. Please check out Episode 113 for the full picture! Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok Matt Ritter on In…

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Marathon Dates vs. Coffee Dates w Ricky Liorti & Tara Cannistraci | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast Matchmaker Maria 41:16

9h ago41:16

41:16

This week, Matchmaker Maria and comedian Tara Cannistraci, AKA Tara Jokes are joined by Ricky Liorti, the man behind the viral "boyfriend application" that took the internet by storm! Despite receiving thousands of DMs from potential matches, Ricky never went on a single date—but now he’s here to talk all things dating in 2025. In this episode, Ric…

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#128 - Your Friends Won't Always Say the Right Thing When You're Struggling, Forgive Them: with Steve Phillips 34:55

19d ago34:55

34:55

You've had a tremendous loss in your personal life and your friends don't know what to say or do: Do you tell them what you need, or do you assume they should know? Here's the more important question---Do any of us know what to say and do in every situation? Probably not. And the truth is, not everybody wants the same thing when they're grieving or…

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#113 - How To Make A Friend: Part I 32:32

9d ago32:32

32:32

It’s a new year so we thought we’d get back to basics and answer the foundational question that launched this podcast – how exactly do you make a friend? In the first of this two-part episode, we talk about taking inventory of your existing network to find potential friends that are hiding in plain sight. In next week’s episode, we’re gonna increas…

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Year of Yes with Tara Cannistraci AKA TaraJokes | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast Matchmaker Maria 35:23

7d ago35:23

35:23

Kick off 2025 with Matchmaker Maria as she sits down with comedian Tara Cannistraci, host of the Coffee Talk podcast, for an inspiring conversation about love, dating, and embracing new opportunities. Tara shares her journey of singlehood, celebrating her Bronx roots, and finding love in her late 30s during her transformative "Year of Yes." Maria a…

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#127 - Social Wellness Check: See a Friend in Person This Month 10:52

26d ago10:52

10:52

It's the monthly friendship challenge! And it doesn't matter which month you begin. Every social wellness challenge in 2025 WILL improve your friendships because it puts you in charge of your social life. The January 2025 challenge is to see a friend in person this month. Go for a walk, meet for a meal, see Wicked. It doesn't matter what you do as …

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#112 - New Year's Res-BRO-lutions 2025 34:09

14d ago34:09

34:09

Most people make resolutions in various areas of their lives, vow to join the gym, which usually lasts all of 3 weeks, vow to save x number of dollars that we fall woefully short of while we rack up credit card debt, but very few of us include our friendship goals into our resolutions. We want to normalize that. So please include one friendship rel…

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How To Be Dateable Julie Krafchick and Yue Xu | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast Matchmaker Maria 47:27

15d ago47:27

47:27

Happy New Year! On this special episode of Ask a Matchmaker, Matchmaker Maria is joined by the dynamic duo behind the Dateable podcast, Julie Krafchick and Yue Xu! They're here to talk about their brand-new book, How to Be Dateable, and officially hitting shelves on January 28th 🎉 In this fun and insightful conversation, Maria dives into the origin…

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#126 - Is It Time For a Friendship Cleanse? (encore with Anna Goldfarb) 34:49

1M ago34:49

34:49

Welcome to the top episode on Dear Nina in 2024—the 14-day friendship cleanse, brainchild Anna Goldfarb whose book, Modern Friendship: How to Nurture Our Most Valued Connections, is a must read for anyone looking to improve their friendships. Don't feel put off by the word, "cleanse." This discussion is about reconsidering how you're approaching fr…

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#111 - Bro Bro Bro! Merry Christmas! 35:32

1M ago35:32

35:32

The guys celebrate Christmas and Hanukkah with some holiday friendship tips, including the “one hour’s salary” rule for buying gifts for your buddies, and offering “friendship amnesty” to any pals you might have beef with. They also discuss the etiquette of sending holidays cards and Karo’s recent journey to see Taylor Swift. Happy Holidays MOTY cr…

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Christmas Calls w Edson Montenegro & Chris Welles | Ask a Matchmaker Pod Matchmaker Maria 30:34

24d ago30:34

30:34

Happy Holidays!! Matchmaker Maria is joined by returning co-host Edson,and special guest Chris for a festive and heartfelt Christmas Eve hotline episode! The trio spreads holiday cheer with hilarious banter about relationships, family traditions, and even personal Santa sightings! While the holiday spirit is in full swing, the episode dives into so…

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#125 - The 10% Rule in Friendship and The Negativity Bias with Ann Imig 35:31

1M ago35:31

35:31

Why does the inner judge in our brains automatically default to negativity? We assume the worst and let our insecurities lead the way. How does this inner judge interfere with our friendships? And what can we do to create curiosity instead of negativity? Ann Imig, creator and author of LISTEN TO YOUR MOTHER, and life coach at Listen Life Coaching, …

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#110 - Posting Up 34:45

1M ago34:45

34:45

People often think they need to make a concrete plan that involves a location and an activity, but we found a hack that seems to work. Friends benefit from lowering the barrier and just putting out the open call, aka posting up. Just telling people where you're gonna be and make it real easy for them to hang or just swing by. Watch this episode on …

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Non-Binary & Pronouns 101 w Edson Montenegro & Chris Welles | Ask a Matchmaker Pod Matchmaker Maria 38:21

29d ago38:21

38:21

Let's 👏 learn👏 This week, Maria is joined by comedian and guest co-host Edson, who brought along their best friend, Chris. Both Edson and Chris are non-binary, gay individuals who use they/them pronouns, and they’re here to share their personal experiences, perspectives, and humor on what it means to exist outside the gender binary. From lightheart…

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#124 - Friends who criticize you; Friends who ignore the group chat then change the plans; Feeling excluded when friends hit it off 17:25

2M ago17:25

17:25

I love answering listeners' anonymous friendship dilemmas. It's a letter spotlight episode with three short anonymous letters from listeners with various friendship issues. I did my best to give practical, helpful advice. The subjects are: A listener whose friend makes little digs at her friend whenever they shop together. A listener whose friend a…

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#109 - What’s Your Friendship Style? 33:35

1M ago33:35

33:35

Fireflies, Butterflies, and Wallflowers, oh my! Karo and Matt discuss the different friendship styles, as outlined in a fantastic quiz by New York Times reporter Natalie Proulx. They also debate whether people who are good at foosball are tools and whether people who play Magic the Gathering are called Magic the Gatherers. Watch this episode on You…

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How To Make a Friend w Aaron Karo & Edson Montenegro | Ask a Matchmaker Pod Matchmaker Maria 28:49

2M ago28:49

28:49

Matchmaker Maria is joined by her cohost Edson and special guest Aaron Karo to explore the fascinating world of friendships—what they mean, how they evolve, and why they matter. Aaron shares the story of his viral college newsletter Ruminations, how it shaped his early career, and how he and Maria turned a parasocial connection into a real-life fri…

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#123 - Male-Female Friendships & Liking Your Friends' Social Media Posts with Aaron Karo and Matt Ritter 29:39

2M ago29:39

29:39

I'm thrilled to welcome friendship experts and comedians Matt Ritter and Aaron Karo of Man of the Year podcast! In honor of these male "chief friendship officers," (their term, which I love!) I'm finally tackling the often-requested topic of platonic relationships. Matt is married and Karo is single so that provided a slightly different point of vi…

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#108 - When Friend Groups Collide 35:47

2M ago35:47

35:47

In this episode, we tackle the challenges of navigating friend group dynamics when different social circles collide. Should you keep them separate to avoid awkwardness, merge them into one big happy group, or find a balance somewhere in between? We explore the pros and cons of each approach, share tips for managing potential conflicts, and discuss …

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What's an Open Relationship? w Edson Montenegro | Ask a Matchmaker Pod Matchmaker Maria 35:29

1M ago35:29

35:29

It’s a special episode as Matchmaker Maria celebrates her milestone 40th birthday with this month's new co-host, comedian Edson! Between birthday hats, balloons, and confetti-free festivities, Maria and Edson dive into a lively conversation about love, connection, and the dynamics of open relationships. Edson shares his personal journey of being in…

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#122 - Grieving the End of a Friendship (encore with Diamonde Williamson) 26:10

2M ago26:10

26:10

Friendship breakups are an ageless, universal issue. In my 10 years of writing about friendship and receiving many anonymous letters, I've seen that it makes little difference in the grief process if there was a direct conversation with the friend, a fade out, or an abrupt ghosting. No matter the circumstances, we must take time to heal when a frie…

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#107 - The 21st Annual Man of the Year Dinner! 30:59

2M ago30:59

30:59

Tonight is Karo and Matt’s Super Bowl – their annual dinner at Peter Luger in Brooklyn with their childhood friends at which the iconic Man of the Year trophy will be awarded. The guys discuss the origins of the trophy, the importance of creating rituals with your buddies, and Karo jumps the gun by referring to this as their 22nd annual dinner, whe…

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Thanksgiving Hotline Gravy Grace & Getting Real w Sam Santos | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast w Matchmaker Maria 36:28

2M ago36:28

36:28

Happy Thanksgiving! What are you thankful for this year? This week Maria is joined by special guest co-host Sam Santos for a heartfelt and hilarious Thanksgiving-themed hotline episode! Together, they tackle your burning relationship questions with Maria’s signature wisdom and Sam’s delightful humor, offering compassionate advice to help you naviga…

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#121 - Rules For Making Plans With Friends (Letter Spotlight) 16:42

2M ago16:42

16:42

Are there rules for making plans with friends? Who should be the one to suggest the day, time, and place? If you reach out for plans, should you also throw out some dates that might work? OR, do you wait for the other person to "prove" their interest by offering some dates on the calendar? The short answer: there are no rules. The longer answer (on…

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#106 - Assuming the Best in Friendship 34:16

2M ago34:16

34:16

We have a viewpoint on the pod that you are better served to assume the best of intentions for your friends even when they mess up. It's the better way to friend. Why, well here are just a few reasons: Trust is the foundation of any strong friendship. Assuming the best helps to maintain and build trust between you and your friends. Enhances Communi…

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Moving in & Money Parties with Sam Santos & Fiscal Femme | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast w Matchmaker Maria 32:00

2M ago32:00

32:00

In this week’s episode, Matchmaker Maria is joined by co-host Sam Santos and returning guest Ashley Feinstein Gerstley, a financial expert known as the Fiscal Femme, to discuss the crucial topic of finances in relationships Sam shares her personal experience of moving in with her boyfriend—how they navigate shared expenses, their approach to financ…

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#120 - Six Ways to be More Generous in Your Friendships with Emma Nadler 29:50

3M ago29:50

29:50

Being generous in our friendships makes us better friends and keeps solid friends in our lives. We're not talking about money here! To quote this week's guest, relationship-based therapist and author, Emma Nadler, "When we act more generously we feel better. So there's a lot in it for you, too." We discussed Emma's top five ways to be a more genero…

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#105 - Getting Medieval On Your Friendship Rituals 33:42

2M ago33:42

33:42

This podcast was inspired by the world’s greatest friendship ritual – Karo and Matt’s annual Man of the Year dinner with their childhood friends. But how can you incorporate rituals into your everyday friendships? The guys share some best practices, and Matt recounts his recent trip to Medieval Times, which apparently still exists. Watch this episo…

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Pina Coladas & Political Clashes: Finding Love in a Polarized World with Louie Felix | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast w Matchmaker Maria 28:28

2M ago28:28

28:28

Matchmaker Maria hosts from Mexico! where she’s attending the 12th Annual Matchmakers Alliance Conference. Joining her is guest co-host Louis Felix, a seasoned matchmaker with over 20 years in the industry. Together, they reminisce about the early days of the conference and its mission to bring matchmakers together in a collaborative, supportive co…

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#104 - The Politics of Friendship - Election Day 29:58

3M ago29:58

29:58

We recorded this before the election so we have no idea who won, but we wanted to discuss the thorniest of friendship issues in the hope that not too many friendship bridges get burned Tuesday regardless of what happens. #friendshipexpert #friendship #maleadultfriendship #electionday #trump #kamala #nov5 #politicalnews #politics Watch this episode …

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#119 - Reviving Friendships That Drifted Apart (even decades later) with Kay Paschal 26:47

3M ago26:47

26:47

What if your next good friend is an old friend who drifted away from your life for reasons of circumstance and not personality or hurt feelings? If you're in a stage of life where you're lonely, you've moved, or you simply want to shake up your social life, your next solid friendship might be waiting for you in "the past." Yes, reviving old friends…

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Voting & Values: Navigating Relationships in a Politically Charged World | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast w Matchmaker Maria 29:19

3M ago29:19

29:19

In this timely episode, Matchmaker Maria welcomes back co-host Samantha Santos for a candid discussion on how politics shape our closest relationships and dating choices. EARLY EPISODE DROP ALERT! 🚨 🗳 As Election Day approaches, Matchmaker Maria and Sam delve into how political beliefs influence compatibility, friendships, and even the matchmaking …

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#118 - Navigating Friendship Struggles Through Social Prescribing with Julia Hotz 32:19

3M ago32:19

32:19

"Social" prescriptions from your doctor? Yes! What if for the sake of our mental and physical health doctors wrote prescriptions for cycling groups, fishing clubs, or volunteer positions on a farm? Those are real scenarios in Julia Hotz's THE CONNECTION CURE: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service and Belonging, "the first book ex…

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#103 - Exorcise Your Friendship Demons 33:38

3M ago33:38

33:38

Happy Halloween wolfmen of the year! It’s spooky szn so today Karo and Matt discuss facing your friendship fears, meeting the Ghost of Friendship Past, and dealing with old buddies who know you have skeletons in the closet. Have we beat this Halloween analogy to death yet? Well if you don’t like this episode take it to the grave! Watch this episode…

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Heartbreak to Healing: Rebuilding Trust with Samantha Santos | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast w Matchmaker Maria 39:07

3M ago39:07

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Trusting after heartbreak! In this episode of Ask a Matchmaker, host Maria invites comedian and podcast host Samantha Santos to share her raw, heartfelt journey of rediscovering trust after a deeply painful betrayal. Together, they dive into Sam's shocking story of catching her ex-fiancé cheating and how that revelation shattered her perception of …

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Man of the Year is coming to NEW YORK CITY on November 22nd! 0:27

3M ago0:27

0:27

Karo and Matt are coming to New York City on November 22nd for their next live show! Man of the Year Podcast presents Friendsgiving Live! Stand-up, celebrity guests, and the chance to make a brand new bestie! TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW: https://manoftheyearpodcast.com/ or https://www.caveat.nyc/events/man-of-the-year-podcast-presents-friendsgiving-live-…

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#117 - Hobbies and Friendship: Preparing Early For The Empty Nest and Retirement (with the Modern Mahjong team) 28:35

3M ago28:35

28:35

"Many friends are entering the empty nest phase of their lives and some are really dreading it. Celebrities like Brooke Shields share on social media how they aren't ready. Planning ahead by embracing new hobbies and friendships can help change the focus during this major life shift." Those words are from guests Dara Collins and Donna Kassman, quee…

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#102 - Friendship Bucket List 32:50

3M ago32:50

32:50

If you're gonna be lifelong friends with someone, shouldn't you do epic sh*t? We think so! We discuss what should go on your friendship bucket list! Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok Matt Ritter on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter Aaron Karo on Instagram, TikTok,…

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Healing Hearts: Dating Through Grief w Jenny Zigrino & Gina Moffa | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast w Matchmaker Maria 41:24

3M ago41:24

41:24

We’re delving into a poignant topic that touches many hearts—dating after loss. They're joined by grief and trauma therapist, Gina Martha, who brings over 20 years of expertise in helping individuals navigate life transitions, including breakups, divorce, and the devastating impact of death. Today's discussion takes a more sensitive turn as they ta…

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#116 - Lose Track of Who Makes the Plans and 7 Other Friendship Tips from Dr. Ruth with Allison Gilbert 32:49

3M ago32:49

32:49

What a thrill to interview author and journalist Allison Gilbert, who met with Dr. Ruth Westheimer, of blessed memory, every week for a year during what would be the last year of Dr. Ruth's life. Together they worked on Dr. Ruth's final book, The Joy of Connections: 100 Ways to Beat Loneliness and Live a Happier and More Meaningful Life. Dr. Ruth w…

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#101 - Pebbling (What Penguins Can Teach us about Friendship) 33:33

3M ago33:33

33:33

Apparently, Penguins are ahead of the curve on friendship! They do this act called pebbling where they literally bring little pebbles one by one back as a show of affection to their little ones. Pebbling in human form refers to little signs of love or affection that are gifted to a friend or a loved one that you think they would enjoy. So when you …

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Dating FOMO & Awkward Moments w Jenny Zigrino | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast w Matchmaker Maria 32:59

3M ago32:59

32:59

New episode with Matchmaker Maria and comedian @jennyzigrino ! Maria has some big news—she's got a book coming out, and the cover reveal is happening right on air! Check it out out on YouTube! Maria and Jenny chat about the book, manifesting success, and the importance of preorders. Jenny’s been busy with her comedy tour, sharing funny stories from…

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#100 - UNITED STATES SURGEON GENERAL DR. VIVEK MURTHY! 39:06

4M ago39:06

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It’s our 100th episode and Karo and Matt welcome a very special guest – the freakin’ Surgeon General of the United States! Dr. Murthy and the guys discuss the epidemic of loneliness, the importance of showing up for your friends, and who pays for margaritas when he goes out for drinks after work in DC. The Surgeon General also officially deputizes …

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#115 - Quick Friendship Tip: Use the Freshmen Energy Trick to Make New Friends as an Adult 9:19

4M ago9:19

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Today's "Quick Friendship Tip" is about how to capture the attitude and spirit of that special "freshman energy" apparent on any college campus in the first three weeks of school when making new friends as an adult. There is something real happening in that freshman year, specifically the first three weeks, that is magical for friend making. I saw …

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