Guy Friends Podcast

Wow.

Fri, 18 Sep 2015 20:02:18 +0000

This episode is a doozy! The Guy Friends get an email from a married listener who wants to give his wife of 12 years the lesbian experimentation she's always wanted. Think that's heavy? It's nothing compared to... THE TOOTHBRUSH LONG CON. Has a listener become ensnared in a web of sex, deceit, and Oral-B Pro-Flex™ toothbrushes? Her guy *claims* that the extra toothbrush in the bathroom is all for her. But where did it come from? What angle is he playing? Is that... LIPSTICK on the handle?! Tune in for the craziest caper the Guy Friends have ever encountered. RL Grime Hey Ma (RL Grime Remix) - Cam'ron Ft. Juelz Santana https://soundcloud.com/rlgrime/hey-ma-rl-grime-remix-camron CC BY 3.0

Bed, Bath, & Beyond: A Cohabitation Episode

Thu, 27 Aug 2015 19:11:40 +0000

Pack up the U-HAUL and break out your sneakers — it's a whole episode about sharing space. A listener was granted Late Sleeping Rights by a dude she's boinking. But do Late Sleeping Rights also confer Showering Privileges under the Articles of Copulation? Is it fair and reasonable to commandeer a towel in homo absentia, or does permission to do so need to be written and notarized? Justice Ginsburg weighs in. This begs the greater philosophical question before humankind: when do you move in together? thequartermaine The Notorious B.I.G. - Biggie Don't Deserve You (The Quartermaine Blend) CLEAN https://soundcloud.com/thequartermaine/biggie-dont-deserve-you-the CC BY 3.0

Schrödinger's Swipe

Mon, 10 Aug 2015 15:25:36 +0000

Day 57: Supplies are running low, morale's even lower. You've been alternating thumbs to keep up, but you're not sure how long you'll last before the Swipe Madness takes you. Suddenly, out of nowhere, a familiar face pops up among the sea of Mikes and Brandons: it's a dude you're cool with IRL. Is this... salvation? Or the broken writhing of a dying madwoman? And your dating profile: is it bad? Mr.Masher Hey Ya vs. Birdman, Drake, Lil Wayne https://soundcloud.com/mr-masher-1/hey-ya-vs-birdman-drake-lil CC BY 3.0

Zuckerpod Facecast: An All "Ugh, Facebook" Episode

Thu, 09 Jul 2015 19:18:49 +0000

You know what's cooler than a million dollars? Dating advice. Remember the early days of Facebook? Remember the poke? Remember creeping on people's posts to figure out whether they were fucking? The Guy Friends wade into the varied and tribal nature of modern messaging platforms. Is the Facebook message still the laughable domain of the drunk and the thirsty, and should we avoid it when asking each other out? Give us your BBM PIN to find out! jamiemclean Chingy - Alwayz Be My Balla (Jamie McLean Mashup) https://soundcloud.com/jamiemclean-1/alwayz-be-my-balla-jamie-mclean-mashup CC BY 3.0

Unrequited Bud

Wed, 24 Jun 2015 19:00:14 +0000

The Guy Friends are all back in the same city! Now you can ship items on our Amazon Wishlist to the same address for added convenience. Our first question is a rare one from a ~straight male~ struggling with commitment issues — he can't get an older woman to settle down for him. Is she stringing him along? Is there some way he can wrangle this into satisfactory situation for everyone? And a listener is disappointed that her dude isn't making the most of himself. Can she nudge him into putting down the bong and picking up a book? Or even just a novella? The Guy Friends spark up a blunt... and honest discourse of this all-too-common mindset affecting young people these days. SupaflyTNT Getting Back Together Is Just A Dream (Taylor Swift x Nelly) https://soundcloud.com/supaflytnt/getting-back-together-is-just CC BY 3.0

Teachable Moment: Don't Disparage a Marriage

Fri, 29 May 2015 16:29:33 +0000

Woe! 'Tis the last episode produc'd by our own Lauren Chooljian. Will the Guy Friends finally discover her embezzling? Nope! Is there a good way to bestow a ~teachable moment~ unto a whiny, self-involved dude you're seeing? When someone suffers from inertia and poor perspective, is it worth your time to hold up a mirror? We're all just hurtling through space on a doomed rock, but the Guy Friends give their two cents all the same. And weddings — we all hate them. But what's the best way to hide your scorn? Should you obscure your face with an Eyes Wide Shut mask, or just a simple wedding veil of your own? Tune in for this summer's hottest hate fashions. DJ Hasan Music DJ Hasan ft. Conor Maynard - Good Ones Go (Organ Piano Mix) https://soundcloud.com/djhasanmusic/dj-hasan-ft-conor-maynard-good CC BY 3.0

Clean Phalluses & Tall Fallacies

Wed, 13 May 2015 17:30:57 +0000

The Guy Friends are back from vacation, and ready to get sand in your couch! Just how much personal hygiene is necessary between sex partners? It's a conundrum as old as antiquity, when a Roman dude could bone as many as V people within a tick of the sundial. Is a full shower necessary? And how *long* of a shower? What if it was just second-and-a-half base, yesterday? The Guy Friends supply yet another patented rubric. And few areas of the human experience have generated as many memes as the intersection of human height and online dating. "I'm 5 ft, 9 in., JUST SAYIN!!" But what are we really *saying* here, Madison? And when a man neglects to provide any height at all — what does that say? The Guy Friends unpack these statements. Mastamonk Fetty Wap-Trap Queen (Mastamonk Remix) https://soundcloud.com/mastamonk1/fetty-wap-trap-queen-mastamonk-remix CC BY 3.0

Exes, Sexes, and High-Techses

Mon, 06 Apr 2015 18:37:51 +0000

APRIL FOOLS! We have a brand new episode, and the jokes on you — our advice is questionable. A listener struggles with the... ethics? Technicalities? Standard operating procedures? Of sleeping with a dude who still lives with his ex on the tails of their recent break-up. And meeting via Skype before an actual first date — is it reasonable for someone to ask to see you before pad see ew? Chad Hugo St. Vincent - Digital Witness - (Chad Hugo Remix) https://soundcloud.com/hugo-chad/st-vincent-digital-witness-chad-hugo-remix CC BY 3.0

Fourth Dates & Forced Dates

Fri, 20 Mar 2015 18:22:12 +0000

How do you continue to get dates with someone? A listener is always falling short of the ~coveted fourth date~ with dudes she likes, and gets asked out by dudes she doesn't. What's the secret passphrase that obligates a man to see you again? Somehow the Guy Friends have never answered this in their three years of podcasting — we appreciate your patience. And a listener's boyf feels weird about letting her take him out on slightly fancier dates because he earns much less. Despite her pleas to fance-it-up only occasionally & on her own dime, he can't allow her to upgrade him. What's a girl gotta do to go out on the town? Jennifer Lopez feat. Ja Rule - I'm Real [Remix] / Rear View [Alex Dicconson's Quick Mash] Alex Dicconson http://soundcloud.com/alexdicconson/jennifer-lopez-feat-ja-rule-im-real-remix-rear-view-alex-dicconsons-quick-mash CC BY 3.0

~ Uncanny Tales ~

Fri, 06 Mar 2015 01:26:56 +0000

A listener was seeing a dude for literal *months* — exchanging gifts, meeting friends, having a blast — until one day he goes silent immediately before some big plans. What transpires after boggles the mind. Can the Guy Friends decode the mystery of this hyper-ghost? And actual trigger warning: a listener describes her run-in with careless BDSM on a Tinder date. La Roux - In For The Kill (Broadway Slim Remix) PicksterOne https://soundcloud.com/picksterone/la-roux-in-for-the-kill CC BY 3.0

To Piggyback on #Content, Do This: The Fateful 36 Part. 2

Thu, 29 Jan 2015 04:52:53 +0000

Were you on the edges of your respective seats? After the horrors of the dreaded Set II, we were too. The Guy Friends tackle the remaining 12 questions of the 36 questions posed by the NYT's infamous "To Fall in Love With Anyone, Do This" article: http://www.nytimes.com/2015/01/11/fashion/modern-love-to-fall-in-love-with-anyone-do-this.html Tune in for the climactic climax, featuring a hashtag rare thirty-sex seconds-long It's Never Too Kate! Ne-Yo Miss Independent (DJ Stephen Remix) DJ S2M https://soundcloud.com/stephen-mohammed/ne-yo-miss-independent-dj CC BY 3.0

To Piggyback on #Content, Do This: The Fateful 36 Part. 1

Sat, 24 Jan 2015 18:48:37 +0000

The Guy Friends are back to tackle a recent article that made quite a stir across the Infonet. Is it possible to fall deeply, madly, & truly in love with a stranger by answering 36 questions and staring at someone for a bit? http://www.nytimes.com/2015/01/11/fashion/modern-love-to-fall-in-love-with-anyone-do-this.html Join the Guy Friends as they take a look at this study and its questions across two episodes. You can even follow along: http://www.nytimes.com/2015/01/11/fashion/no-37-big-wedding-or-small.html WAIT, before we start — you're not into destination weddings, are you? Hues Corporation - Rock the Boat (Javier Estrada Bootleg) djjavierestrada https://soundcloud.com/djjavierestrada/hues-corporation-rock-the-boat CC BY 3.0

Age Gapping & Cohabbing

Wed, 07 Jan 2015 03:18:57 +0000

Happy New Year! In celebration of the Earth’s birthday, we made it a brand new episode. You’re welcome! A listener was recently exposed to a new term by some guy friends of her own: “cohabbing,” v. gerund, “to spend quality time with a partner one lives with.” This has her wondering: just how accepting are dudes of their bros spending QT with their live-in QTs? And yet another QT is in the early stages of dating a man who is slightly younger than she is — by a whopping two years! In her mind she feels that age ain’t nothing but a number, but in her *heart* she feels that this dude is too immature. Just how OK is it to fret over such a slim gap? The Weeknd ft. Drake & TLC - "Gone" [DJ 2o1 rmx] DJ2o1 https://soundcloud.com/2o1/9-the-weeknd-ft-drake-tlc-gone CC BY 3.0

To Date, Abate, & Collaborate

Wed, 17 Dec 2014 21:23:14 +0000

The Guy Friends are back to celebrate that fateful time, ages ago, when a single question provided #content for eight miraculous episodes... A listener is seeing a new dude, and she can tell he's into her — so into her, he wants to collaborate with her on a ~creative exploit~. She's concerned that it may be a poor decision in both areas. Is it reasonable that she's hesitant to Rodger her Hammerstein? And a listener started to get to know a group of friends — one of whom she went on a date with. The date was a flop, but she wants to continue bro-ing down with the whole crew. There seems to still be a little tension there — what's the best way to handle it? Mister Luke O'Hearn Spice Girls - Wannabe (Mister Luke's "Dem Spice Grrlz Doe" Edit) https://soundcloud.com/mister-luke-ohearn/spice-girls-wannabe-mister CC BY 3.0

Split Checks & Latex

Thu, 20 Nov 2014 05:33:12 +0000

The Guy Friends return with a study in expectations. It’s not that we want you to listen — we just want you to want to listen. A listener visits a dude she’s sort of seeing in his own city, and he doesn’t pay for anything. The independent human in her wants to think that’s fine, but she’s having trouble reconciling the deeply-ingrained notion that he should at least offer. Is it OK to expect him to cover 51% or more of a check every now and again? Or should she get used to the new and double-sided frontier of ~ungendered dating norms?~ And a listener wonders: what if *she’s* the one who doesn’t want to use a condom? Is Black Friday too early to unwrap your present? All Night Long (Darth and Vader Feat. LMFAO, Ellie Goulding, Mann) 3LAU https://soundcloud.com/3lau/all-night-long CC BY 3.0

Post-Election Halloween Candy Hangover, 2K14 Edition

Thu, 06 Nov 2014 05:19:26 +0000

We’re back, and fucking FULL of Whoppers. Yes: WHOPPERS. How much is too much Mom-talk? A listener has had to endure an earful of Mom-centric chatter. But is she wrong to want to change the subject? The Guy Friends are famous for their pro-Mom stance, but even they can agree there’s a limit. A first date goes great — how soon is too soon to setup a second? Is it better to play it cool, or stay on top of your schedule? The Guy Friends — in their Branson-like wisdom — advocate for the latter. And what to do when a guy takes the female orgasm as a challenge? When a dude can’t see the forest through but a single tree, how can you convince him that not all sex needs to follow the same script — and that that’s OK? Hideaway - Kiesza (HouseMeanzHouse Bootleg) House Meanz House https://soundcloud.com/scott-mcl/hideaway-kiesza-housemeanzhouse-bootleg CC BY 3.0

Man-Children & Mouth-Feels

Tue, 21 Oct 2014 18:37:08 +0000

We’re back, and more juvenile than ever! What do you do when the guy you’re seeing is an extremely picky eater? A listener’s dude is reluctant to eat outside the box. How should you handle it when someone’s food preferences are starting to impact Date Night… and possibly even your attraction to someone? Is this an area of compatibility that can be worked on? And finally we discuss… ~shudder~... weak kiss game. Latch - Disclosure Ft. Sam Smith (Edwah Dubstep Remix) https://soundcloud.com/edwah-radio/latch-disclosure-ft-sam-smith-edwah-dubstep-remix Edwah Radio [CC BY 3.0]

Emotion Taming & Lube Shaming

Fri, 03 Oct 2014 16:33:50 +0000

The Guy Friends are back to help you get a grip, on all kinds of stuff! A listener is still mad about a semi-betrayal from two years ago. A seasonal gig at a camp brought her close to a coworker — who then faded out to be with another girl! Fast-forward to today: despite having a boyfriend of her own and the original guy being long gone, she cannot bear to be around this other woman. How can she best handle her issues with this person? What do you do when water under the bridge still roils with the hate of a hundred storms? A hundred!!! And a listener has been monitoring her boyfriend’s personal lubricant levels. The rate of... ~depletion~ has her concerned. But is she LUBE-SHAMING him? The Guy Friends sliiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiide in to deliver some wisdom. "Ride Wit Me" Acxethedeadpoet (instant crak mixtape) ACETHEDEADPOET https://soundcloud.com/acethedeadpoet/ride-wit-me CC BY 3.0

Adding Another, Home & Abroad Edition

Thu, 28 Aug 2014 15:13:42 +0000

The Guy Friends have returned with our first remote, ~tape-synced~ episode. We’re sorry for the… ...delay! A listener’s not-extremely close friend has some serious thoughts about her bringing a plus one to her wedding: she’s demanding it! Is it strange — boorish, even — to demand that she schlep a buddy? Who among her friends should she select as obligatory arm candy. Surprisingly, the Guy Friends manage to provide a totally reasonable calculus for bringing a bro in tow. And a listener wants to sleep with a foreign friend whenever he’s in town on business. He’s also down, but wants it to be more than just a FWB-type situation. He wants a fully-fledged, long distance poly relationship. Because he’s also married. Writing more might just confuse you — just listen in, folks!

The Creep-Out Cock-Block, and Fly-Fishing Out Your Bait & Tackle

Tue, 05 Aug 2014 19:06:15 +0000

The Creep-Out Cock-Block, and Fly Fishing Out Your Bait & Tackle After a move-related month-long hiatus, the Guy Friends are back, reminding you to be careful what you wish for... A listener is re-watching True Detective with a guy she just started boning. As their second Sex n’ Watch approaches, she’s starting to grow concerned about a particularly disturbing scene that she knows is coming up in the next episode. Is it possible that this uncomfortable moment (which the Guy Friends have not seen) might give her lover’s willy the willies? What’s a good way to bounce back from non-sexy adult content and into the bedroom? We round our return out with a hyper-detailed discussion on underwear flies. Didn’t you miss us? Sam Smith -When It's Alright (Tomcraft) (Soulblime) CC BY 3.0

Plus-Ones, Minus Others

Fri, 27 Jun 2014 20:32:19 +0000

How big a deal is it to bring one’s significant other to a family wedding? Everyone’s there, including family you haven’t seen in years, and the photos and memories will last a lifetime. So if your invitation allows for a plus-one, is it crazy-intense to BYOB (Bring Your Own Bae)? L’chiam! And a listener had a breakup after moving away, hooked up with the guy during a brief visit, and now she’s back for good… but he’s not being too communicative. What’s going on? Is thier history acting as a blocker for a future together? The Guy Friends remind you that love is an astronaut… Jay-Z & UGK + Kaytranada = Big Pimpin (Duncan Gerow) CC BY 3.0

Best Persons & Best Practices

Fri, 20 Jun 2014 18:16:11 +0000

When and how is it best to end a causal relationship? A listener ask for the correct etiquette when it comes to executing a non-breakup. When is it acceptable to gracefully and wordlessly go your separate ways, and when do you owe them a conversation? Does it matter if you haven’t spoken for a while? And a listener had a theoretical conversation with her best brofriend about whether she’d be the Best Person at his imaginary wedding. His fiancée had a purely rhetorical thoughts to the contrary. Is our listener’s friend-in-law being unreasonable or old-fashioned? Does she even have a say? The Guy Friends advise RSVPing with the utmost delicacy. Jason Derulo Ft. Snoop Dogg - Wiggle (Bassel Remix) (DJ Bassel) CC BY 3.0

Unwelcome Attentions

Thu, 12 Jun 2014 19:21:49 +0000

~Sexxxi pixx~ n0oDz Lascivious daguerreotypes. You get the picture. But how concerned should you be about those images falling into the wrong hands? Are there ways to mitigate the risks of them going rogue? Or should we be avoiding this practice altogether? And what do guys do with them once they have them? The Guy Friends weigh the pros and cons of our generation’s most-cherished art medium. And a more serious segment about acceptance in the wilds of conservative Michigan. A gay listener’s date bailed on attending her best friend’s wedding because her fiancée is a homophobe, and his family isn’t likely to be much better. How should she parse her partner’s feelings? Is she allowed to begrudge her choice even a little bit? And where does the best friend fit into all of this? LOYAL VS AEROSOL CAN VS BEAT IT~~DJ B M O 7 S~~REGGAE REMIXX (♛~MotskeeMusic~♛) CC BY 3.0

Summer 2014: The Thirst Is Upon Us

Thu, 05 Jun 2014 18:43:15 +0000

We don’t know where you live, but here in Chicago it’s finally decent outside, and the Guy Friends are so excited that it’s all they can talk about. Tune-in for a careful consideration of the pros and cons of summer dating. Is it all that different? Are porch and stoop hangouts worth the unbearability of sweaty snuggling? Is it easier or more difficult find a summer bae? Please hit us up if you think we missed any! Christina Aguilera vs. Ariana Grande& Iggy Azalea - Your Problem (DjPyromania 2) CC BY 3.0

Boring & Boorish Bedfellows

Fri, 23 May 2014 18:35:12 +0000

A listener is in an otherwise-great relationship, but wants more... in bed. How can she best bring up her particular proclivities without bruising the fragile, fawn-like ego of her boyfriend? When & where should she broach the issue? Guy Friends suggest you go for the gold — the opportunity costs are high when you're missing out on pleasure. And we've said on the podcast before that you need not heed your friend's discontented murmurs about your significant other... but of course there's an exception for everything. At what point is it appropriate to tell your friend that their Sig O sucks? What degree of dick-itude is necessary to speak up? And how do you play it cool when your own Sig O choices are called into question? The Guy Friends warn that a dick should only be cleft in twain with Solomon-esque wisdom. You Make It Flash [Chromeo Vs. Queen] (dsaintradio) CC BY 3.0

Mothers Day 2k14: The Most Dangerous Game

Sun, 18 May 2014 16:19:34 +0000

It's our yearly Mothers Day episode! The Guy Friends’ own Moms called in with questions, and we dutifully responded without sounding impatient or like we had something better to do! Aaron's Mom calls in to discuss family gaming moments. Are there any memories of card or board game from our youth that resonate? Did any of them serve as a ~teachable moment~? We call our Moms’ bluff. And Josh’s Mom has a super-deep question about legacy. What sort of imprint does a Mom leave in the fabric of space and time? What deeds and qualities will we remember them by? This question is really, really deep! And Lauren’s Mom calls in to commemorate the occasion with a real tear-jerker. We’re a MESS right now! Fleetwood Mac - Littles Lies (JPL Remix) (DiscoCuen) CC BY 3.0

Rules of Engagement

Fri, 09 May 2014 21:43:28 +0000

The Rules of Dating. What are they? Are there any? Are there at least a few guidelines? If you were to summarize the bulletpoints in an easy-to-read, illustrated pamphlet stowed away in an airplane seatback pocket, where in the fuselage would the emergency exits be located? The Guy Friends remind you that tampering with another’s heart is a felony. What to do about those Facebook messages from strange men that are little more than an Announcement of Male Existence? Friend of the podcast Katie Heaney pondered this in a recent blog post and the Guy Friends weigh in. Is it worth it to engage with a blistering salvo of life-changing knowledge bombs? Or is discretion the better part of keeping your sanity? Fancy vs. Rack City - Tyga and Iggy Azalea (Mashup!) (DiLaurentisMashups) CC BY 3.0

Doubt (The Lame Dude Episode)

Thu, 01 May 2014 03:16:29 +0000

A listener ponders whether she has an obligation to dump a dude that… she’s not interested in? Is it reasonable — or allowable — to continue seeing someone that you’re sort of Meh about? Are there legitimate alternative reasons why one might stay with someone such a dude? Just… be real, guys. And a twice-slept-with guy failed to impress another listener. Is he worth a third shot (as a rhetorical question — she’s going to dump him anyway)? Maybe there’s a perfectly understandable explanation for why this potential sex god wasn’t able to perform according to her expectations… right? Right?! Crazy in the Deep (Gnarls Barkley vs. Adele) (LUKEINTERNET) CC BY 3.0

Cruddy Buddies & Immersed in Thirst

Fri, 25 Apr 2014 02:31:26 +0000

A listener broke up with her boyfriend after she moved — now he’s moving to where she is, and she’s interested in getting back with him. There’s just one problem: his friends don’t like her. Just how much should one care about how dude’s friend regard them? Should you make any moves to right any perceived wrongs? You don’t have the tune in for the answer: No, no you do not. A boo’d up listener laments her friend’s unabiding & melodramatic thirst. Every perceived slight or unreturned glance from a dude sends her full tilt into lamentation! How can this patient pal deliver the necessary #knowledgedarts of self-love and self-reliance to her friend without burning a bridge (or going crazy?)? wait what - over empathy (drake vs crystal castles) (wait what) CC BY 3.0

Spring Forward: The Unwelcome Advances Episode

Sat, 19 Apr 2014 21:13:18 +0000

It’s late at night when your phone illuminates. Deep in the pit your stomach, you know what awaits: an extremely sexual text from your drunk platonic dude friend. A listener got a handful from a taken man-buddy of hers, promising a cornucopia of oral delights. Yet he seemed ashamed of these sexual textuals when she confronted him about them. So what’s the deal? Is their relationship any different? And someone wants to know if there are any compliments, pick-up lines, or come-ons that have worked on the Guy Friends. Are there any phrases, gestures or general attitudes that can reliably get a dude to Open Sesame? Aretha Franklin - Rock Steady (Pecoe Edit) (breakzlinkz) CC BY 3.0

Estranged Exchanges & Quick Tricks for Slick Dick Pics

Thu, 10 Apr 2014 04:49:12 +0000

It’s an ultra-rare Dudepisode — in going through the questions from our infamous live show, the Guy Friends found a few interesting Dude Queries to think about. We hope you enjoy: The post-breakup stuff swap. How does one gingerly and very practically negotiate the delicate logistics of trading one’s mortal pelf with an ex-betrothed? What if they said they never want to see or hear from you again? Should one seek to broker an in-good-faith trade? Or should one simply move on from what the Lord taketh away, and celebrate what he giveth? And a valuable question about everyone’s favorite topic: DICK PIX. Our male friend wonders if a dick pic has ever “worked.” We all know that sending an unsolicited picture of your penis to someone is bad, but -- ...sorry — we do know that’s bad, right? The Guy Friends give some much needed perspective to those who are taking their selfies at all the wrong angles. Something About You (Chromeo & Solange Knowles x Louis La Roche & Ad Apt) (DJ Topsider) CC BY 3.0

Defining Your Pining & Public Displays of Affect-ion

Wed, 02 Apr 2014 05:13:55 +0000

In this episode: When is it time to DTR (define the relationship)? A listener asks for a reliable rubric for creating a proper context around whatever it is that you’ve been doing. Should one ask after... one month? Three months? 100 sexes? The Guy Friends can’t speak to whatever you and yours are doing, but they both agree that the DTR is on a Need To Know basis. And what would the Guy Friends do if they felt pressured to perform a GRG (Grand Romantic Gesture)? Would they, like… do a dinner cruise thing? How much does that cost? Or like a candle-lit dinner thing? I dunno… organize a flashmob? WHATEVER. How should we navigate the treacherous terrain of bombastically-unrealistic expectations in this day and age? The Guy Friends remind us all: it’s the thought that counts. Rita Ora - How We Do (Party) (DJ Keith Marshall's Tomorrowland Blaster) (DJ Keith Marshall) CC BY 3.0

Procreative Politics & So We... Think We Can Dance?

Sat, 29 Mar 2014 17:07:39 +0000

In this episode: A listener struggles with her casual hookup’s staunch conservatism! As a strict Republican, he’d restrict her reproductive rights if it were his call… and yet, the boning continues apace. Should she cut him off for his politics? Where does the actual sex factor into this debate? The Guy Friends… well, frankly the Guy Friends tread pretty lightly on this one — this is America, dude. And a listener has questions about the social pressures around men and dancing. Is the Average Joe expected to trip the light fantastic with an Usher-like canniness? The Guy Friends assure you that in today’s world, even a little groove goes a long way. Fallin' - Alicia Keys (Miroslav Losonsky Remix) (Miroslav Losonsky) CC BY 3.0

Cohort Consorts & SMS Caresses

Wed, 19 Mar 2014 23:55:49 +0000

In this episode: A friend can’t quite get past the thought of her boyfriend constantly hanging out with his cohort of female grad students… lithe, supple grad students. A certain measure of jealousy is healthy — but how much is pushing it? Can the Guy Friends help her get over these semi-rational hangups? Tune in for a doctorate-level course on relationship Zen. And how does one elegantly transition from texting to sexting? The question held a gasp on her lips as the Guy Friends’ rough hands groped at her soft mysteries with the ferocity of a dire wolf. Her mind was a blur between their deep, hungry kisses. If the Duke were to discover us… Redial (Blondie feat. Ludacris and Gorillaz)(@marcfaletti) CC BY 3.0

Mar. 11, 2014: The Episode With Benefits Episode

Thu, 13 Mar 2014 19:08:54 +0000

In this episode: A friend's Friend with Benefits is dropping hints that he may want to be... actual friends? How should one respond to a completely decent proposal? Should she let this grow, or nip it in the fuckbud? The Guy Friends remind you that they have personalities, too, ya know!!! And a listener is going out of town for a few months and wants to leave her own FWB with temporarily-parting gift. But what do the Guy Friends think of the gift of pornographic materials? Would it be uncouth for our listener to expand her lover’s spank bank? Wouldn’t a nice card, or a modest Edible Arrangement suffice? Good Die Young (Kesha x Owl City ft. Carly Rae Jepsen x Flo Rida) (SYNTEX) CC BY 3.0

Feb. 25, 2014: Self-Reflection & Self-Pleasure

Fri, 28 Feb 2014 00:59:22 +0000

In this episode: A friend has moved in with her significant other, but is unsure of how to best navigate having a solo "sesh" in the absence of true alone time. Is jumping right in allowable when your new roommate is sleeping right next to you? The Guy Friends remind you that you paid for the space — own it! And a listener asks the Guy Friends whether doing the podcast for two full years as made them better lovers, communicators... people. We look back on our rich and storied history to consider how we've learned, grown, and disappointed millions in the process. Miguel - Do You (silent murda remix) (Silent Murda) CC BY 3.0

Feb. 18, 2014: OUR TWO-YEAR ANNIVERSARY & LIVE SHOW

Thu, 20 Feb 2014 20:57:16 +0000

In this episode: We. Are LIVE. After much organizing, contract signing, Facebooking, and booze hauling, the Guy Friends answered your questions in front of a live studio audience! We smell great in person! Is it acceptable to text someone about a newly-discovered STD? Just how much temptation is a dude in a long-distance relationship exposed to? Blue Balls: The Truth Behind the Myth (Horton, Aaron and Nalven, Joshua. Chicago: Guy Friends Podcast, 2014. Mixed media) What to do with all those pesky, horny exes who suddenly appear once you're single? And finally: searching for a sexy porn signal amid all the filthy, filthy noise. Our deepest thanks to our friends at Early to Bed, First Floor Theatre, and The Nerdologues for so thoughtfully contributing raffle prizes!

Feb. 11, 2014: The Roommate Switch & Mentioning Unmentionables

Thu, 13 Feb 2014 02:23:14 +0000

In this episode: The Roommate Switch. A listener asks how to best perform this ~forbidden majyk~ . After getting luke-ish warm-ish signals from a guy, but then getting sexy-awesome signals from his cohabitation relation (but then getting accidentally sleeping with the first guy), it it still possible to do the impossible? Can the Guy Friends walk her through making The Switch?! And a listener's long-distance, super-serious boyfriend sent her some... Unmentionables. But much to her chagrin, the lingerie makes her uncomfortable! Should she have a talk with her guy about her tastes and preferences, or should she hope that it get swept under the rug? The Guy Friends try to determine when it'd be most appropriate to speak your mind. Shakira feat. Rihanna - Cant Remember To Forget You (GBROOKE FUNKY REMIX) (Dj Lamonnz (GBROOKE)) CC BY 3.0

Feb. 4th 2014: Dead-End Dates & Nippy Negotiations

Thu, 06 Feb 2014 00:08:07 +0000

In this episode: An OkCupid message. A spark! ...then a missed connection. A trip to Ireland. A message! A date after all! Drinks, playful punches, a great time, and... no kiss?! The Guy Friends examine a fantasy date with a less-than-happy ending. And a listener wonders whether it would be an violation of the Geneva Conventions to have a serious relationship conversation without a bra? As trained U.N. inspectors, it is up to the Guy Friends to determine whether bralessness is a WMD (Weapon of More-than-Dating). Electric Youth x Mariah Carey - Right Back Together (adam ballin') CC BY 3.0

Jan. 28, 2014: Extroversion Aversion & Compliment Curmudgeons

Thu, 30 Jan 2014 05:14:55 +0000

In this episode: A listener coming off a relationship is rethinking personality types: her ex liked to party hard while she preferred a more < href="https://31.media.tumblr.com/718e60dbc53d18e018a7aba04f76857c/tumblr_n06zceY3o61s0absto1_500.jpg">low-key environment. Should she avoid That Type in the future? The Guy Friends assure you that you don't need labels to make your own fun. And what's the best way to compliment a dude? A friend laments that the dudes in her life can't take one without withering, or denying it, &c. &c &c. Is there a good way to shower someone with praise extra-earnestly? GUY FRIENDS ALERT: This is your reminder of our upcoming anniversary party and live taping! If you're in the Chicagoland area on Sat. Feb. 15th, then you have no excuse. Come hang with us! DJ Sheav- Finally Juicy (Biggie Smalls vs. Pretty Lights) (Sheav) CC BY 3.0

Jan. 21, 2014: Date Food Fallacies & Strep Throat Stressing

Thu, 23 Jan 2014 02:28:56 +0000

In this episode: A listener ponders that ancient riddle: is the act of scarfing hotwings an inherently unattractive act? Though basic politeness is the tangiest addition to any date night, the Guy Friends are not food-ist! Is it possible that an innocent joke about communicable disease resulted in a gross miscommunication? Our friend razzes a date about the strep throat he gave her, and he disappears. Was her good-natured ribbing a dating Kiss of Death? URGENT GUY FRIENDS ALERT: We’re throwing a two year anniversary party and hosting a live taping in the same awesome event! If you live in or near Chicago, or are independently wealthy, you should come out — we’d love to meet you! Beyoncé - Drunk In Love (Lemi Vice x Action Jackson Remix (DJActionJackson) CC BY 3.0

Jan. 14, 2014: Canoodling Cowboys & Sixty-Nining Semiotics

Wed, 15 Jan 2014 02:58:08 +0000

In this episode: A listener used to hookup with a literal cowboy who moved off to Nashville and got married with someone he met that week. Yes, that’s right — that isn’t a country song, or a horrible joke. Two years later, he’s liking her selfies on Instagram. Is he trying to rustle up some lovin’ from another ranch? Is sixty-nining two nights in a row enough to constitute one (1) sex? Does it matter? Fed up with the metric, U.S. customary, apothecary, and avoirdupois systems of measuring sexual units, the Guy Friends help you recalibrate your sex meters right down to the nanoflirt. One Direction - Best song ever ( The Dam remix ) (Dam on Mars) CC BY 3.0

Jan. 7, 2014: Constant Commitment & Anal Attention

Thu, 09 Jan 2014 20:24:09 +0000

What's the deal with serial daters? A listener wonders whether those always-attached people seem justifiably creepy for a reason. The Guy Friends try to unpack the various dating styles that might make someone go straight for the soulmate. We have feedback! Our friend writing in from the heart of Eastern Deciduousness has pulled the trigger on her nature preserve workplace romance, and needs a few more pointers. And finally: buttholes. We've all noticed them. Some of us have even glanced at them. But are we glancing enough? Night Drive (Skrillex & Ellie Goulding x Coyote Kisses) (DJ Topsider) CC BY 3.0

Dec. 17, 2013: Dating Doubts & Natural Urges

Wed, 18 Dec 2013 03:01:15 +0000

In this episode: A well-aliased listener bemoans her general lack of time and skill when it comes to dating. Overworked and unenthused, should she give up and lock herself away into academic hermitage forever? The Guy Friends insist that you don’t have to go deep undercover to enjoy even just the simpler positives of casual dating. And a listener just started fanning the campfire with her workcrush… during their months-long posting at a nature preserve. Given that these lovers ain’t nothin’ but mammals, is there a particular way they should go about their business? While the situation calls for a little polite camouflage, the Guy Friends advise that she assert her dominance as leader of the pack. Justin Timberlake, Ciara - Love Sex Magic - Bodhi Bootleg (Dance Rebels) CC BY 3.0

Dec. 10, 2013: Work Crush Weirdness & The Other L Word

Wed, 11 Dec 2013 02:53:41 +0000

In this episode: A listener doesn’t know how to handle a smallish-crush-who-just-broke-up-with-someone-and-was-super-conversational-about-it-and-they-were-flirting-a-lot-but-then-at-a-party-her-friend-madeout-with-him-a-little-bit-and-now-he’s-texting-her-weirdly — one of those situations. How does one navigate out of the dreaded Weird Middle Area with workplace suitors? The Guy Friends suggest a map for avoiding it in the first place. And when and how ought we be deploying the L word with our significant others? Tune in for a concise treatise on how this antiquated vestige of The Dark Ages offers nothing but turmoil. SHATTER YOUR CHAINS. UNYOLK THYSELF FROM THIS GESTURAL SLAVERY. Kelly Clarkson - Catch My Breath (J.M. Skillz Remix)(Radio Edit) (DJ Skillz aka J.M. Skillz) CC BY 3.0

Dec. 3, 2013: Feminist Flirting & Postponed Penetration

Thu, 05 Dec 2013 19:09:40 +0000

In this episode: How do you flirt with a feminist? How do you catch a cloud and pin it down? A ~DIAMOND LEVEL CONTRIBUTOR~ asks the Guy Friends for their perspective... if there is one. Are there any meaningful differences between an outspoken gynocrat and and anyone else? Though there's not a firm distinction to work with, the Guy Friends do have advice for when the subject comes up. And a listener has been hooking-up with a Tinder catch who has been texting her constantly, and is thus far unfazed by a dreaded lack of penetrative vaginal sex. What's this guy's angle, and should she feel bad about not being in the mood for a touch of the ole' in-and-out? Is it possible that in a heap of swipes, she discovered the undiscoverable: an OK dude? Avicii - Wake Me Up (Moises Naves Edit Remake) (Moises Naves) CC BY 3.0

Nov. 26, 2013: The Jodie Foster Thanksgiving Rom-Com Episode

Tue, 26 Nov 2013 22:17:54 +0000

In this episode: A listener asks the Guy Friends to give their critical readings on the Modern Romantic Comedy. Are these tales of finding fulfillment through meeting Mr. Right inherently misogynistic? What would a more empowering ”take on the genre look like? Be warned: don’t ask questions of the Cosmos if you’re not prepared for the answers… On a partially related note, a listener asks the Guy Friends for their opinion on gender swap roleplay in the bedroom. How ought you navigate making your man into your Pretty Woman for a night? It may surprise you to learn which roles the Guy Friends consider experimental, and which are just another day at the races. Kylie Minogue - Put Your Hands Up (Brian Cua Extended Pride Mix) (djbriancua) CC BY 3.0

Nov. 19, 2013: Both Sides Of Casually Dating Casually

Thu, 21 Nov 2013 03:43:18 +0000

In this episode: A listener was recently released from years of captivity and is ready to conquer the dating wilds! The Hunt is already decent, but our spearsister nevertheless wants advice on the etiquette of casual dating. How does one play catch-and-release with a variety of prey without endangering any wildlife? The Guy Friends advise staying focused on that day’s target. Conversely, a date-turned-"friend" has shockingly betrayed his true feelings — again. What should one do about a guy who can't quite grasp a fade-to-friendship, or worse — chooses not to? Sometimes you just have to make like a drunk carpenter and drop the hammer! [What is this. Are you drunk again? — Ed.] John Legend ft. Ludacris - Tonight (Best You Ever Had) (silent murda reggae remix) (Silent Murda) CC BY 3.0

Nov. 12, 2013: Furtive Flirtations & Flatulent Formalities

Wed, 13 Nov 2013 03:49:59 +0000

In this episode: When is it appropriate to openly discuss all your ~*~flirt buddies~*~ with the person you're dating? Certainly some people wouldn't want to know about it — or have it happen at all (Happy Thanksgiving, PURITANS). So how would you broach the topic, if at all? And how do you gently let your victims know that there's a Real Person in your life? The Guy Friends assure you that at least one of these things is easy! And not to toot our own horn... but someone wants to know when it's OK to fart in front of someone, so we talk about that, too. Whitney Houston - it's No Right But It's Ok (GianMarco Nieri 2013 Bootleg Rmx) (GianMarco Nieri) CC BY 3.0

Nov. 5, 2013: Breakup Bummertime Bonanza (Extreme Mom Edition)

Thu, 07 Nov 2013 02:46:47 +0000

In this episode: It can be difficult breaking up with someone and untangling yourself from a relationship together. But what about untangling your parents? After ending a three-year relationship of heavy interfamily mingling, a friend of the podcast is getting foolishly-optimistic texts from her exes’ Mom pushing a potential relationship Renaissance. As seasoned parent-wranglers, the Guy Friends are full of tips on how to handle parents who just can’t get the message. And a listener wonders: why did her friend’s ex bounce back from their relationship like an international playboy, only to come crawling back as an unintentional killjoy? Is there a distinct difference between men and women when it comes to coping with breakups? Or does an easier transition lie with whoever breaks the bad news? Fantasy (Jason Derulo x Bruno Mars) (DJ Topsider) CC BY 3.0

Oct. 29, 2013: Kickball Krushes & Bedroom Babbling

Wed, 30 Oct 2013 03:24:42 +0000

In this episode: Kickball league flirtations smoldered through the season, the playoffs, the pub, and on to… nothing. Now that the leaves are falling and the balls are all bundled up, is it too late to call this guy out of the dugout? The Guy Friends do what they can to help this listener kick it out of the park… And a listener is concerned that she’s too chatty when she’s in bed with her Friend With Benefits. Is it bad that internal monologues (and fluids) are making their way out of the body unchecked? Or should our listener ease up on herself and open the verbal floodgates? The Guy Friends insist that, much like publicity, there’s no such thing as bad communication! Body Party (Kiff Remix) (KiFF ) CC BY 3.0

Oct. 22, 2013: Careers and Coitus in the Long Term

Thu, 24 Oct 2013 03:59:31 +0000

In this episode: With Halloween closing in fast, The Guy Friends tackle the scariest, spookiest, creepiest subject of all: long term commitment. Spoooooooooooky! How does a couple keep their Sex Life alive and throbbing after months — years even! — of monogamous sex-having? Despite a gentle paucity of firsthand experience, the Guy Friends do their best to provide a holistic model of sustainable sexin’. And is it wrong to expect a long-term boyfriend follow you across the country in pursuit of your career? Should he jump on your wagon train, or is this relationship doomed to die of cholera? What is a reasonable expectation? What should you expect when you’re expecting to temper your expectations? The Guy Friends can’t have these conversations for you, but they can certainly provide a solid map for finding your way through the wildernesses of ~The Future~ Crime Side (Feat. Raekwon the Chef and MF DOOM) (LOWERCASE n) CC BY 3.0

Oct. 15, 2013: Tinder Tenderness & Booze Cruisin’

Wed, 16 Oct 2013 05:07:36 +0000

In this episode: A very considerate listener wants to know about the proper etiquette when using that charm school staple: Tinder! Is it OK to be particularly picky? How high ought we be setting our expectations? Must we swipe our suitor with our pinkies up? PLEASE at least listen to the segment before you flick the Guy Friends to the left! A new-ishly single listener has taken a liking to the clerk at her local fancy liquor store, but doesn’t know how to best…shake things up. Would pursuing the working man stir up trouble? Or should she order one straight up? Follow-up: will you ever respect us again after reading this blurb? As always, let us know directly at (773) 234-BROS! Britney Spears vs. Lady Gaga - If U Seek Me In Electric Chapel (mashandburn) CC BY 3.0

Oct. 1, 2013: Dick Delay and the Mystery of the Vanishing Date

Wed, 02 Oct 2013 20:29:55 +0000

The Guy Friends were supposed to discuss how to gracefully cut a guy off after a date, but inevitably get bogged down in an ancient, already-answered question: is it better to send a break-off text, or send no text at all? Armed with updated points of view, the Guy Friends drunk text this question out of nowhere, at 2:27 AM, after 19 months of complete silence, are they kidding me right now?! And a listener has been fooling around pretty consistently with a dude, yet he seems reluctant to dive into “P-in-V sex” (Note: “P” stands for “penis, and “V” stands for “vagina”). Why would he be hesitant in spite of her lustful encouragements? What could be the reason for his “Congressional staff” getting furloughed? [Guys, we need to talk. I can’t work like this -- Ed.] Tiempo Remixes - Barry White - my first my last my everything (freestyleartistmanagement) CC BY 3.0

Sept. 24, 2013: The Beyoncé Episode (Managing Your Booty Roster & Maintaining Your Millions)

Wed, 25 Sep 2013 19:40:20 +0000

In this episode: A listener bemoans The Game. Vexed by texts. SMS stress. A reeeaaalll pain in the behind. Why won’t her booty call answer The Call of the Booty in a timely manner? The Guy Friends deliver a sobering lesson on paying your dues in the current sexual economy. Back in our day, you had to hike 10 miles just to see a broad’s ankle! And how should we manage wealth disparities in our relationships? An enterprising listener is sick and tired of the unwashed masses, mewling and griping for handouts. She works for her money! Why should some freeloader get bailed out of a P.F. Chang’s check with her blood, sweat and tears?! Tune-in as the Guy Friends grow neckbeards to break their shackles. Beyonce-Me Myself & I (Max Bateman Bootleg Remix) (Max Bateman) CC BY 3.0

Sept. 17, 2013: On Squirt Alerts and Classy Shirts

Wed, 18 Sep 2013 17:22:00 +0000

In this episode: A listener wonders what a guy would do if she were to accidentally pee on him while orgasming. We... don't feel the need to embellish that any further. This isn't that kind of podcast. And the Guy Friends address the oft-nebulous issue of first date apparel! It's no secret that Aaron has an eye for a more polished aesthetic, while Josh prefers to rely on his sense of humor and preternatural charm. But are there any common faux pas that the world needs to know about? Tune in to find the middle ground between hitting the runway, and your date running away [Clumsy. Is this the best we can do?? - Ed.]. Elvis Presley — Blue Suede Shoes (Dj Ons Bootleg)(Dj_Ons) CC BY 3.0

Sept. 10: On Sleepovers and "Crank" Calls

Thu, 12 Sep 2013 17:50:25 +0000

In this episode: How do you deal with a dude who lives with his Mom? How can a complete outsider best navigate this delicate ecosystem? Logic dictates staying at her place by default, but if one needed to take shelter in such an land, how would you avoid the dangers of separating a mother from her cub? The Guy Friends teach you to construct a crude hatchet out of your man’s childhood LEGOs. And a dude is trying to rope a listener into a sneaky phone sex relationship via the time-honored Late-Nite Horny Facebook Message… or is he? Big Pun - Not A Player (Mister Luke O'Hearn 'Sir Fuckalot' Edit) (Mister Luke O'Hearn) CC BY 3.0

Sept. 3, 2013: Licking, Tongue-Flicking, and Reykjavík-ing

Wed, 04 Sep 2013 21:49:35 +0000

In this episode: In the days of yore, we were taught of a sex act so amazing and hilarious that no other erotinumeric value could rival it. But do any Sexual Humans® actually practice the art of sixty-nine (69) in real-life? The Guy Friends contemplate the unsure future of this floundering institution and forge ahead to release version 69.2.0, codename "Sixty-Nine Siberian Tiger." And a listener was offered an invitation to Iceland from a dude she's sort of seeing. Would a Yes necessarily imply a dip into the hotsprings of commitment? What if the invitation was originally meant for someone else? The Guy Friends ponder whether their relationship is becoming sweeter than snúður, or if it's as plain as cold hræringur… Lorde - Tennis Court (Basscamp Remix) (Basscamp) CC BY 3.0

Aug. 27, 2013: The Man-Crush Draft & Revealing the Open Relash

Wed, 28 Aug 2013 19:04:33 +0000

In this episode: The Guy Friends have to choose a male celebrity to bone, and do a miserable job at it! [I would like to take a moment to change my answers to Jon Snow, Ira Glass, and the food one from Queer Eye (he was always nice) -- Josh] And when or how ought someone in an open, long-distance relationship reveal their status to potential suitors? Should they put it out there as early as possible, like in an online profile, or as conversation segues to an ask-out? Or should you wait as long as in-between your second and third children? How much need is needed to judge a need-to-know basis? Katy Perry - Roar ( The Dam remix ) (Dam on fire) CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast – August 20, 2013

Wed, 21 Aug 2013 19:05:35 +0000

In this episode: We have questions about how to have sex in a loft bed, and luckily for basically no one, both of the Guy Friends are seasoned veterans and long-time members of the Six-Foot-High Club. Are there any pro tips before climbing the Stairway to Heaven™? Listen in for what to keep in mind during a rousing round of the ole' Sway N' Pray! And a listener asks for advice on how to get invited to her Greek Orthodox boyfriend's Sunday dinners. Is it weird that she's never invited, even though they've been dating for five (sorta-dating for seven!) years? Should she perceive this as a snub, or is it just an ethno-religious institution that's not for outsiders, no matter how girlfriendly? Usher-Throwback Bachata Remix (DJ RM) CC BY 3.0

Kate Friends Podkate – August 13, 2013

Wed, 14 Aug 2013 05:19:15 +0000

To whoever finds this: This is The Guy Friends. Our overlord Kate Dries, The Fair & Mighty, has sent us away so that she and Lauren could do the annual Kate Friends Podkate, in which they turn the tables and answer questions from our male listeners. It is very dark where we are. We can hear digging. It sounds like an animal is doing the digging. Their manifesto is likely to contain questions from men across the globe. Questions about commitment. Questions about rom-com-esque last-minute airport chases. Questions about personal body odor. Please. We're very scared. The digging is getting louder. Fleetwood Mac - Everywhere (Kut & Paste Bootleg)(CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast – August 6, 2013

Fri, 09 Aug 2013 22:56:26 +0000

In this episode: A listener wants to know whether it's OK to re-wear lingerie... Was it ever not OK??? The Guy Friends apparently have no idea what is considered "proper" or "clean," but we do understand what constitutes a healthy interest, versus a financial burden. And how much should you acknowledge your pre-date Googling on the date itself? Is mentioning your date's love of the early Jerry O'Connell vehicle Sliders worth the following silence as he wonders whether you'll be crafting fun and quirky napkin rings with his skin? MEN OF EARTH THIS IS A GUY FRIENDS ALERT: It is your last chance to ask Lauren and Kate your dude questions for our annual Sadie Hawkins Women Remind You To Be Polite And Amiable And Maintain Tempered Expectations episode! Please send us your questions in the form of a question (what are you, an idiot?) at (773) 234-BROS, or tweet us @TheGuyFriends! LL Cool J - Doin It (Rico Suave Moombathon Remix)(RicoSuave.nl) CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast – July 30, 2013

Wed, 31 Jul 2013 00:10:03 +0000

In this episode: A listener finds herself in the Friend Zone... with a guy who pays for their frequent dinner dates. iQué horror! What does one do about repeated intimate-but-platonic hangouts, served with a side of boyfriend behavior? Should she wait longer for this pot to boil? Or should she pursue her just deserts? (Side note: it turns out that this idiom is totally spelled with one "s") And a question from within the Guy Friends Podcast Studios, as our own Lauren ponders the age-old conundrum: how does one go about getting cozy with the bartender? The Guy Friends mix up some tips of their own, except their tips are advice, not money (What is this pun. What happened to you. -- Ed.) wait what - holla back maybe (fabolous vs carly rae jepsen) (wait what) CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast – July 16, 2013

Fri, 19 Jul 2013 18:27:45 +0000

In this episode: Yet another listener has a dude who is reluctant to go down on her! THANKS, OBAMA. Is he yet another Excusey von Bullshit (of the Hertfordshire von Bullshits) like the ones we've described in episodes past? Or are his concerns about having a cold sore and wanting to protect her vagina from HSV1 a legitimate alibi? To this very day, the Guy Friends still can't figure out the transmission logic behind herpes simplex, but they try their durnedest. SIDE NOTE: IF YOU HAVE EVER USED A DENTAL DAM FOR REAL (NOT IRONICALLY), PLEASE CONTACT US. WE HAVE SO MANY QUESTIONS. And for our second half, a listener's regular relationship is becoming a long-distance relationship. How should they bone? The Guy Friends give their ideas and advice, ranging from old-school letters (NSFW!) to more modern solutions. If you have any bright ideas, about herpes, sexting, or anything in between, feel free to call us at (773) 234-BROS! Fuckin Problems (100- 110bpm DJxRayRay edit) (DJxRayRay) CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast – July 9, 2013

Thu, 11 Jul 2013 04:24:02 +0000

In this episode: The Guy Friends take on the least sexy phrase in Early Modern through Millennial Englishes: "joint checking account." When ought one enjoin their exchequery with that of another? More to the point: WHY. WOULD YOU EVER??? They've risked almost everything for love, but can The Guy Friends bring themselves to risk... debtors' prison??? Diversify your portfolios; it's going to be a financially prudent ride, yielding modest, gradual gains over decades!!! "When the bride's wearing white, fuck all night," is a terrible catchphrase that we immediately regret typing, what were we thinking, but you can't deny that it touches on some key issues with regard to our second question: what is the etiquette for hooking-up at weddings? The Guy Friends lay out a cake-based diagram for figuring out who's fair game, and who's... probably still fair game. Celebrate life; you'll never see these beautiful people again! DJ Soly Ft. R.Kelly - Burn It Up (Remix Reggae) (DJ Soly | EG 1) CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast – July 2, 2013

Tue, 02 Jul 2013 04:03:00 +0000

It’s the Guy Friends Podcast: Party Crashing Edition! We’ve elbowed our way into countless conversations so that we could give you advice. Listen in, or else we’ve ruined everyone’s night for nothing. In this episode: A Diamond-level Friend of the Podcast© saw a hot dude in her building’s hallway, and needs to get tactical. Can the Guy Friends impart their Delta Force-caliber Black Ops expertise to help her track down her target? Or would disseminating sensitive intel make them political prisoners for life? Bid farewell to your family and friends, and enter The War Room... A listener’s something-or-other has been awfully fond of calling her his “girlfriend” recently. Her encrypted message to The War Room begs: how can she neutralize the target humanely? Though they were never fans of the Geneva Conventions — Laws are messy; Power is the only absolute — they manage to draft a plan for a swift armistice. God help us. Janet Jackson — All For You (DJ Quik Remix) (Matt Harjo) CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast – June 25, 2013

Wed, 26 Jun 2013 19:25:09 +0000

Holy hiatus, the Guy Friends Podcast is back! Refreshed from vacation, we're ready to answer your summertime solicitations for estival enlightenment. In this episode: A listener wants to hit up her quasi-long-distance, 90%-something, not-official WHATEVER HE IS about what the hell they are. Can she admit her curiosity to him... and to herself? Take off that poopy diaper and don your sensible pantsuit — it's time to grow a pair, everybody! And the Guy Friends discuss Friend of the Podcast Chiara's new book Modern Dating: A Field Guide. It's like if our advice were good! Robin Thicke - Blurred Lines (Storgy Remix) (DJ Storgy) CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast – May 29, 2013

Thu, 30 May 2013 01:27:39 +0000

In this episode: Can you really be friends with an ex? No really, can you REALLY be friends with an ex? A listener asks the Guy Friends how you can make such a seemingly impossible task possible. In short, as Aaron says, "Wounds heal." Or as Josh says, "What's the difference between an ex-girlfriend or ex-coworker?" And a question about - get ready for THIS - dating a girl across a country (not USA), across cultural and religious barriers, and behind her parents' backs. You'll just have to tune in for that one. Katy B feat Ms. Dynomite - Light On (Skinamaxx18 ) CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast – May 14, 2013

Wed, 15 May 2013 04:09:54 +0000

It's a Very Special Maternal-But-Not-Suffocating Episode of the Guy Friends Podcast! Aaron's Mom has a question for the Guy Friends about words of motherly advice that they would pass on to their own children. We sift through the pearls of wisdom and nuggets of truth in search of the rare and coveted pearl-nuggets. Also: BABY NAMES! And Josh's Mom asks for the most formative global event of our lives. Ever the industry gurus, the Guy Friends realize that your show can't make it to the big leagues without a 9/11 episode... Enjoy (?)! Sam Cooke - (Somebody) Ease My Troubled Mind (Sampled Remix Beat) (Prod. By Mr Fivestar) (preetymusic) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast – May 7, 2013

Tue, 07 May 2013 03:33:37 +0000

In this episode: Do normal vegetarian men exist? Or are they all debased, no-good hepcats swingin' their lewd jazz and shooting their veins full of the Devil's marihuana? The Guy Friends assure a listener that she can find a vegetarian man who's just as boring as she is. Just remember to eat plenty of dark greens and legumes — iron is the sexiest vitamin! On a more serious note, a listener asks the Guy Friends what's up with Creep-Os with "yellow fever" (NOT OUR TERM). Do men who claim to have it understand how ugly it is? Most importantly: by what rubric can you discern an innocuous interest from an obnoxious obsession? Mariah Carey - Honey (Paul Heaven Hip Hop RMX) (Paul Heaven Music) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast – April 30, 2013

Thu, 02 May 2013 05:45:26 +0000

In this episode: The Guy Friends tackle a thought experiment — You break up with your boyfriend. A month later, you get back together. You ask him whether he slept with anyone in that period of time when you totally weren't dating, and no one had any obligation toward anyone, and life was an open, sexy road. He says that he did. Do you freak out, like a crazy person? [y/n] And a listener wants to hit on a dude she flirts with at her neighborhood grocery store. The catch: he's an employee... who works there. Is it bad manners to hit on The Working Man? Is it a bad idea to sully one's own feeding grounds? Or should she approach her meat market with a laissez-faire attitude? Girls Love Beyonce (Wulves Slowed N Throwed Edit) - Drake ft. James Fauntleroy(Wulves) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast – April 23, 2013

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 02:44:17 +0000

In this episode: An intrepid listener wants to put her spelunking skills to the test and take a journey deep down to the center of her boyfriend. Her boyfriend's butt, to be exact. Anally. How does she broach this topic with her unwitting target? Is there a stigma against butt-stuff amongst straight dudes? The Guy Friends' bodies are ready... to answer this maturely. And a listener's boyfriend had a friend in town, but she was mega-rude! Boorish, even! Boorish. BOORISH. She was trying hard to curb her own jealousy, and yet her boyfriend did NOTHING. How could he allow his old friend to act rude at a social gathering? Did he know how hard she was trying to not be jealous? Doesn't he understand that his old buddy from Good Times Past is conspiring with the Freemasons and Monsanto to destroy their relationship?! Daft Punk - Get Lucky (AAGG Rework)(Agg Caetano) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast – April 16, 2013

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 17:06:53 +0000

In this episode, we hear from a young woman who has "recently unlocked the Pandoric box of orgasmic delight." First of all, who knew that Pandoric was a word? Secondly, she wants to know whether she's allowed to keep faking it sometimes. Aaron and Josh do NOT agree. Plus, should you be worried about the potential for getting in-between two brothers and starting a Cain and Abel-esque feud that will span centuries? (Probably not.) Music: Asap Rocky feat.(Drake) 2 Chainz (Kendrick Lamar) - F*ckin Problems (DJ DX) Official Remix (DJ DX) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - April 9, 2013

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 04:26:32 +0000

In this episode: SCANDAL ON MATRIMONY MOUNTAIN! A listener is getting ~*~flirty~*~ text messages from an engaged dude. How should she deal with the semi-advances of a man who's about to throw it all away... for happiness? Should she do anything at all? Or should she save him from either of his horrible mistakes? And for the second half of this episode, enjoy a selection from our academic paper: What To Do When The Guy You're Boning Won't Publicly Couch-Cuddle You: Sex, Society, and Signaling in Netflix-Era Modernity (Horton, Aaron, and Josh Nalven. "April 9, 2013." The Guy Friends Podcast Chicago: Kate Dries Media Intl. Web.) DJ Hypnotik - Sexy Can I Remix (DJ Hypnotik) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - April 2, 2013

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 19:26:09 +0000

In this episode: A listener contacts us from the other side of the world about some out-of-nowhere body shaming. What do you do when the 44-year old "kept" Russian man you're boning pokes you in the belly and implies that you need to work out? We've all been there! And after a particularly Me'h first date, a guy still comes in to give our listener a kiss. Why do guys do that? Can't they tell when you're bored? Why do they feel entitled to making their big dumb face touch your bored, grumpy face? If you like bad accents and uncomfortable side-hugs, then tune in! Jessie Ware - What You Won't Do For Love (Forbidden Disco Remix) (Forbidden Disco) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - March 26, 2013

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 02:23:29 +0000

In this episode: Another for-a-friend question — you guys are so concerned recently! What should one think about a Craigslist post that offers a hot ticket, paired with a hot date? Is this request creepy, legit... or both? Can she just show up to take the ticket sans date, or would that be extremely tacky and mean and she totally shouldn't? And a superchill listener had a contraception failure requiring a late-night run to CVS for Plan B (and beer!). Her dude of a few weeks offered to pay for it, like a champion. Later, she learns that it cost QUOTE fifty fucking dollars ENDQUOTE. Should she worry about who pays for it? More importantly: are these the Coolest Humans Ever? "Polyo Child — April Wavves." (Polyo Child) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - March 19, 2013

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 05:58:14 +0000

In this episode: Follow-up from a listener who had a secret, slightly life-altering medical issue but was hiding it from the dudes she was dating (and us!). Not only is she mostly OK, but we were right, and her pee is the color of fruit punch! EVERYONE WINS. A more serious question from a listener whose boyfriend has recently become overly-negative — and she's starting to feel it. How should she go about addressing the issue to him directly without making him feel bad about feeling bad? The Guy Friends do their best to lend their friend a hand. And finally: a question about all the annoying bells and whistles on the Guy Friends' favorite dating site, OkCupid. What does it mean when a dude "chooses" you? What does it mean when he doesn't answer your message in response? Ever the OkCupid Experts, the Guy Friends bring the full brunt of their wisdom to bear and remind you of that thing you always knew, but so quickly forgot: OkCupid is completely meaningless, until it's not. "Keyshia Cole - Let it go remix" (djdannyiLL) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - March 12, 2013

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 18:58:41 +0000

In this episode: Everyone's calling in for their friends! Aaron own father writes in on behalf of a friend who thinks that she travels too much to date. Can a Jet-Setting Playgirl™ find the time to settle down? Or is Prince Charming's flight delayed... indefinitely?! And another friend is concerned about her bro's girlfriend and her insatiable sexual appetite! Her friend claims that she is wearing him out! Should she save him from this ex-sorority girl-turned-prison wildcat, all hopped up on reefer sticks and that dirty, freaky jazz? Or should she tighten her bonnet and leave him to be eviscerated? Zombie (Heart) Attack (b_minus) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - March 5, 2013

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 19:48:36 +0000

In this episode: Urinal etiquette. An inquiring listener is dying to know the ancient and sacrosanct codes of conduct that each man must obey when the wieners come out. The Guy Friends throw their oaths of secrecy to the wind! And a listener asks the Guy Friends for advice when it comes to getting stalked by an ex's ex! Despite being the better human and backing away slowly, she's found herself the target of not-so-subtle warnings. Twitter following and unfollowing, Facebook stalking, late-night Snapchats from stolen phones — it's an edge-of-your-seat thriller! Can the Guy Friends help this listener out, and convince the police commissioner to clear her name before the real killer assassinates the Mayor during his re-election speech? Stay tuned! Kimbra - Settle Down (DISCOFORGIA Remix) (DISCOFORGIA) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - February 26, 2013

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 02:23:37 +0000

In this episode: A very bright and well-meaning listener wants to know how to use her vibrator on her boyfriend. The Guy Friends celebrate her gumption... and offer their words of caution. Aside from vibrators made for the job this may be the sort of thing that stays on the drawing board. Are you or your partner a male-bodied human who likes a little machine-assisted flutter in the Nutter Butters? Did you think that sentence was gross? Listen in — we do much worse! A dear listener has turned 21 years old. TODAY. February 26th, The Year of Our Lord Thirteen and Twain Thousand! She asks the Guy Friends for advice in her future exploits, dating and otherwise. Though they're basically taxpaying toddlers themselves, the Guy Friends do what they can to share their paltry wisdoms. Have a Happy Birthday, but don't drink too much! Dislexia - Lady (Your Making Me High) (dislexiadotca) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - February 19, 2013

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 20:01:26 +0000

In this episode: When is it a good time to reveal a "non-life threatening, non-STD and non-forever health issue" while dating? Is complete, up-front transparency mandatory in mate selection, or is it none of anyone's beeswax? More improtantly: is there any set rubric for medical seriousness, or is it all a matter of perspective? Feel better! A listener's boyfriend has laid out his Zero Tolerance Threesome Policy. For all kinds! Naturally, she runs into the arms of the two hunkiest Guy Friends she has. Sensing her vulnerability, they respond to her question instead. So close! Need a Dollar - Aloe Blacc (Azzamon Remix) (AjM (aka Azzamon)) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast One Year Anniversary - Valentines Day, 2013

Tue, 12 Feb 2013 02:23:12 +0000

In this very special episode: It's here. It's now. It's VALENTINE'S DAY. Or better yet, it's THE GUY FRIENDS PODCAST ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY. You better believe it. In this, the special V-Day/B-Day episode, Josh and Aaron reflect on a holiday celebrating human Eros -- Josh tries to convince Aaron it's really a day for everyone. Tune in and find out if he succeeds. Meanwhile, Aaron creates a new abbreviation for "significant other", which actually could catch on... Just be the reed that blows in the wind, okay? Then the guys break it down: Year One. How did they do? Where are we going? What were the best questions? It's getting real up in here. Miguel - Adorn (Blend God Old School Remix) 2013 / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - February 05, 2013

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 04:21:01 +0000

In this episode: First up, Kate and Lauren educate the Guy Friends on who Kate Upton is, and they are not impressed. What is it about celebrities? Why do people think they're so sexy if they're always so squeamish about their sex tapes? A listener has been hanging out with a dude that she once made-out with for months... without any further make-outs! MONTHS. OF DRINKING IN BARS AT NIGHT. THEN GOING THEIR SEPARATE WAYS. What is this dudes deal? What's her deal? The Guy Friends' suggestion? Crack open your old college notebooks. And we have two follow-ups! A listener from last week lets us know that the dude who would never take the initiative in making plans with her has disappeared :'( And the big ole' weenie from two weeks ago texts his date to bring his awkwardness game to a whole new level. Dramatic readings ensue. Say My Name - x - One Wish (Goonwood Mix) (Repeated Measures) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - January 29, 2013

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 06:07:18 +0000

In this episode: A listener always has to go out of her way to set up the hangouts with a new guys she's been seeing. And he always says Yes! Does he like her? Should the one-sideness of planning give her any reasons to question his motives? What does a birthday appearance really mean in this day and age? Are there any female urologists out there? A woman in a straight long-distance relationship is tempted to makeout with a lady. It truly pains the Guy Friends to lead her towards the Moral and the Good. Because we're Nice Guys. Real nice guys. Not the lame kind like on Jezebel. Ridgewood Social Club - "Overnight Fiction (Twista x Lupe Fiasco x FIXYN)" (Ridgewood Social ClubSolo) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - January 22, 2013

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 00:13:30 +0000

In this episode: A massively over-hyped first date disappoints... one of them. What should our listener do with a guy whose "Meh" Meter is poorly calibrated? Is a second date necessary to break-up with someone you aren't even dating? Does anyone remember how to use an actual phone? Cunnilingus. Since the dawn of Man, it has raised the mighty to ascendancy, and destroyed whole empires. To wield it is an office as ancient and hallowed as the Great World Sea that bears the very Earth Tortoise herself. And yet, somewhere there is a lad who, 'midst his own childlike innocence, shirks his duties as a boyfriend... O! All-Father Zeus! Craig David - "Fill Me In" (markEP 'Take Care' Bootleg) (markEP) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - January 15, 2013

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 20:29:46 +0000

In this episode: How long is too long to wait to introduce both sets of parents to each other? When they live in the same metropolitan area? The Guy Friends questions whether not wanting to is weird, or if it even matters. A gay friend from New Hampshire writes us about good dumping etiquette, and gets a lesson on how to continue his hunt through the snowy wilds while dealing with clingers. We also discuss our on-going OkCupid advice series, and make fun of both Lena Dunham and the New York Times in one swoop, because we're better than everyone. "Maroon 5 - One More Night (silent murda reggae remix)" (Silent Murda) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - January 8, 2013

Tue, 08 Jan 2013 15:12:28 +0000

In this episode: The Guy Friends give advice on giving advice. How do you tell your sister that her BF is an Obvious Dick? With tact! And a conversation about age differences turns into a conversation about Windows 95. Naturally. Music: "Jai Paul - Jasmine (Cabo Blanco Dub Mix)" (Phi Unit) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - New Year's, 2013

Sat, 05 Jan 2013 06:44:31 +0000

In this episode: A listener asks how one is expected to stake one's "claim" when two pairs of sexy strangers are meeting in a bar. Should you develop an intricate language of hypersubtle facial twitches and microgestures, like in Dune? Yes. Barring that, the Guy Friends also have other advice. And the Guy Friends discuss New Year's Resolutions! The Guy Friends give their suggestions on resolutions we should all adopt for this coming year, as well as provide this year's updated interpretation of #yolo. "Katy Perry- Wide Awake (Sturdybeat Remix)" (Sturdybeat) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - December 18, 2012

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 20:44:08 +0000

In this week's episode, a caller doesn't get whether being invited to Meet the Friends on a second date is a good or bad thing. Is it casual? Or is it not? Is it casual because it's not? It is serious and casual at the same time? And someone else has a thing about waking up in her bed ie: she's like every other human on earth and likes it more than waking up in her significant other's bed. One problem: she's not compromising. "George Michael vs Kelly Clarkson - Father Independent" (SysiphusLove) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - December 12, 2012

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 04:40:43 +0000

In this episode: Yet another listener and her friends call in to the podcast to contribute to our detailed census on women who pee in the shower. The Guy Friends will not rest until everyone is accounted for! A woman has a deep and probably mutual workplace crush on a coworker who just got out of a relationship. Jumping his bones is a no-brainer -- so why shouldn't she? Just how important is the separation between one's genitals and their money? Have the Guy Friends discovered the greatest t-shirt slogan of all time? And finally, the Guy Friends return to an old point of contention: is it poor form to discuss OkCupid whilst on an OkCupid date? Or is it a stroke of fucking genius?! "Jojo - Get Out" (Avon Bosco) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - December 3, 2012

Tue, 04 Dec 2012 06:51:26 +0000

In this episode: A fan of the podcast is indignant over the fact that her boyfriend isn't "threatened" by her bisexuality. The poor soul! Is it appropriate for a young person to be with someone just for the sex? Are you guys deliberately trying to flabbergast us? Is there like a sign stuck to our backs or something? Ah HA! Now we're in business: a caller asks how about the best way to casually mention her virginity to the dude who might just happen to take it. An epic battle ensues!

"Mary J. Blige-Real Love" (Dj Beat Finger) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - November 27, 2012

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 04:36:49 +0000

In this episode: What to think when it's not quite breakfast, and it's not quite lunch... but you've definitely just had sex. Post-coital brunch has existed since the invention of the cantaloupe in 1811, but what does it mean? A listener is getting dude-pecked by a perfectly nice guy asking her out on mini-dates. Sure, persistence is a virtue, but discretion is the better part of valor. How does one turn down a suitor's semi-advances for good? And finally: body odor is a problem.

"Over - Drake (DEEMIX)" (slüggydee) / CC BY-NC 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - November 13, 2012

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 03:26:33 +0000

In this episode: A dude texts a listener after a date, asking: "You got a pic I can get?" The Guy Friends try to figure out his motivations. Also: are strange and beautiful paparazzi women going on dates with Aaron to take secret photos of him? Stay tuned... Yet another fabulous voicemail from a listener who first reveals that, yes, women do pee in the shower, then asks how she can best go about pursuing a promiscuous phase. Whose hunky bodies should litter the warpath? Friends'? Or strangers'?

"Blondie w. 50 Cent - Rapture Inferno" (BruceyPoo) / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - November 6, 2012

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 04:50:40 +0000

In this episode: What to think when a former flame says "Hi"... through a mutual friend's text message. A listener's old hookup blows in through town and lets her know without really letting her know. A carrier pigeon would have been nice. Dudes getting shit-housed and peeing in inappropriate places... or on inappropriate objects. We've all heard the stories. But is it just dudes who are the culprits? A listener was about to leave a party when a dude asked if she wanted to leave together -- so that it would look like they were leaving together. The Guy Friends try to translate what the fuck that's all about. Maybe it's about fucking!

"Christina Aguilera - Genie in a Bottle (Old School Remix)" (DeQT) / CC BY-NC 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - October 30, 2012

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 02:11:43 +0000

In this episode: We get a valuable follow-up email regarding a very contentious episode in which The Guy Friends had differences of opinion. Turns out, Aaron was right, in an objective, factual sense, but in this day and age, what's really "right" anymore, anyway? The Guy Friends just can't get away from The Lingus in this episode (and honestly: who can?) as a listener asks for advice about her own discomfort with the act. What does her dude think about her reluctance to receive? Is it worth trying to like something that you don't like? Will The Guy Friends succeed in forcing "The Lingus" into our lexical zeitgeist? What is a girl to think when an attached guy friend buys her a drink, then runs away? Tangentially: did you know that friends buy each other drinks sometimes?

"Adele - Set Fire to the Rain [Dubstep Remix]" (Sideproject Music) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - October 23, 2012

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 19:17:03 +0000

In this episode: When is it appropriate to tell your booty-call that you want ~~them as a booty-have~~ a real relationship? Ex Sex! Is it a bad idea? Is a fruit still forbidden when it's inconsequential, fun, and fairly common? The Guy Friends remind us that -- heartbreak aside -- your ex can still do that one crazy thing that you really like? Maybe they got better at it! What were you gonna do tonight, anyway? Peeing in the shower. Just... that.

"NWP - Trouble (Taylor Swift Remix)" (xNWP) / CC BY-SA 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - October 16, 2012

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 03:58:03 +0000

In this episode: Are open relationships the Holy Grail from the male perspective? Does every man yearn for his own personal harem? No... (and Yes?). A listener gets herself in hot water after dancing both innocently AND sexily on a taken dude. Was the aftermath justified? Is dancing just dancing, or must we abide by a shared lexicon of groove signals? Can you ever demand that your boyfriend throw out an article of clothing? The Guy Friends get into a fight mid-answer. We hope you're all happy!

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Guy Friends Podcast - October 9, 2012

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 14:11:12 +0000

In this episode: We try to find a better word for single than single. It doesn't go great. And break-ups. Why do people do each other like that? It's so sad etc etc. Finally, Heather from Vancouver is back! Her dating life is going so well but she doesn't know what to do! We help a sister out.

"Jessie J - Domino (Cametrix Remix)" (Cametrix) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - Oct. 2, 2012

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 19:16:15 +0000

In this episode: A listener is curious about casual male nudity -- and aren't we all? How many dicks does the average dude see? What about those intimate and playful all-dude slumber parties that you've heard so much about? A voicemail from two women who want to know what compliments they can give to make a dude feel sexy. Since so much our Sexy Compliment Lexicon is geared toward women -- good point! -- what can a lady say to make a dude feel hot without making herself feel like an idiot? And an important question following up on a much earlier episode: why are boobs so great? The Guy Friends put their differences aside to discuss the appeal, and also make fun of Josh for a bit...

"Dr Dre ft Snoop Dogg - Next Episode (Reimemonster - Power Punch Sound RMX)" (Power Punch Sound) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - Sept. 25, 2012

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 01:41:37 +0000

In this episode: HINDSIGHT A voicemail from a listener whose high school crush-turned-sleepin' buddy plays the Celibacy Card (is that even a card?), then gets a girlfriend two weeks later! How is a reasonable human being supposed to interpret that? On a similar-ish note, a listener gets confronted by her ex about the meaning of their relationship... over Gchat... during work hours. Does The Relationship Rehash have a place in modern society? We also get some follow-up on a particularly juicy question from months ago.

"Dance Outta My Way (Robyn vs. Kylie Minogue)" (BitCrunch) / CC BY-NC 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - Sept. 18, 2012

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 01:07:31 +0000

In this episode: A listener has a new partner who is hesitant to return the favor...oral sex-wise. The Guy Friends find their own relationship strained under the incalculable weight of this quandary. Should she be more sensitive to this guy's own sensitivities? Does she have an inalienable right to get her goodies goodied? TUNE IN. Another inquirer wants to sex-dump her FWB of eight months after two (two!) consecutive so-so performances. The Guy Friends are usually very kind and understanding with their listeners, but... there's a limit.

"J. Cole Vs. Pretty Lights - We Must Work Out (Timmy Tass Mashup)" (TimmyTass) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast, Live Edition - Sept. 11, 2012

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 02:20:24 +0000

It's our first live episode! We were invited to participate in the weekly Salonathon at Beauty Bar Chicago!, curated by First Floor Theater! It's good to have friends! The shenanigans include: A dude passes out after getting invited to a spontaneous drunken threesome! So close... A question about Nice Guys™. Why do they turn out to be horny assholes? Is nothing sacred? A gay dude asks how he can best act as a sexual ambassador for his straight brethren. [some kind of joke about "filling" a "position"] Are you a Chicagoan who would like to see the podcast live? Let us know at (773) 234-BROS!

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Guy Friends Podcast - Sept. 4, 2012

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 18:47:08 +0000

In this episode: A themed episode! All open relationships, all the time! A listener is concerned about the specifics of her open relationship, in which she... isn't seriously dating any one person at all, and is just sort of seeing a bunch of people? We comfort her with the knowledge that there's nothing weird about her situation. At all. A voicemail from a listener who got in a fight with a friend about whether her past open relationship was a relationship at all. We blow her friend up hard. Don't get shackled by the petty words of haters! And remember: follow your heart.

"J-Lo ft. The Lox - Jenny From The Block (DJ S.G RmX) [Re-make and Edit]" (Stayki) / CC BY 3.0

Kate Friends Podkate - Aug. 28, 2012

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 19:16:52 +0000

FROM THE MANAGEMENT: We celebrated our six month episode anniversary just the way people in normal relationships do: by totally shaking things up and getting way too personal. Which means, STRAIGHT MEN asked a FEMALE questions. This has never before happened in the history of advice-giving! First: How do I approach women? (Hint: Maybe sometimes just don't?) Next: How soon should I make that big move? And everything you ever wanted to know about sex and actually did, unfortunately, ask aloud: Is my grunting sexy? Why are you making a mess in my bed? How can I get that close to my GF? And what's with the laugh track? Love, Kate

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Guy Friends Podcast - Aug. 21, 2012

Wed, 22 Aug 2012 02:58:13 +0000

In the episode: It may sound crazy, but 100% of men may not want to have sex 100% of the time... wwwwhhhhhhhHHHHAAAAA???? ...but it's true. What should a woman think when she's turned down by a dude? Or even a regular partner? A listener from Vancouver has been trying as hard as she can to get a straight answer on what her relationship is with her whatever-the-fuck-he-is, but only gets a potpourri of mixed messages. We drop some hard lessons. LAST CHANCE: next week's episode is a Special Edition, in which our own producer, boss, and tough-loving friend Kate will answer questions from straight dudes! Email us of guyfriendspodcast@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at (773) 234-BROS.

"Caineenfuck (d@t spAc3 Trill punk i$ht)......yankin - lady............." (d@t yösh.) / CC BY-NC 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - Aug. 14, 2012

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 02:16:50 +0000

It's our Six Month Anniversary! We want to express our gratitude toward our listeners, old and new. Thanks so much for your questions, feedback, and general support! In this episode: A "casual virgin" feels that she wants to be formally sexual with a guy she's seeing. What do guys think when presented with those who lack carnal knowledge? How should she bring it up. Should she? (Yes.) A voicemail: is private masturbation a good call in the realm of cohabitation? A caller and her live-in boyfriend have disparate schedules, and she wants to know if she should masturbate when she's alone, or save her energy for him. We believe, as always, that the solution lies in TECHNOLOGY. IMPORTANT! A Very Special Call for a Very Special Episode of the Guy Friends Podcast, as our very own Kate will answer your man-questions in a few weeks! Leave us a voicemail at (773) 234-BROS!

"You, My Neck, My Back, The Mack And I (J.Main 4minute Mashup)" (J.Main) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - Aug. 7, 2012

Tue, 07 Aug 2012 21:50:11 +0000

In this episode: A caller re-evaultates the Terms of Service with her friend-with-benefits. What is meant by "friend?" How frequently should there be "benefits?" And just how "with" is "with?" We answer a question from a UK listener who wants to talk to a guy about giving their whatever-it-is a name. We try our best to avoid telling her to "just talk to him," and we actually do a pretty good job while trying to face our own commitmentphobia. Every day is an adventure!

"Big Hoops Nelly Furtado" (Dj Beat Finger) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - July 24, 2012

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 00:28:09 +0000

In this episode: NSFW! We talk about the first post in a brand-new Vice porn review column that accepted Josh's submission of a Porn Clip of Interest. In the process, Josh reveals his no-longer-secret porn Tumblr. What's a girl to think about a guy who sends her Hallmark greeting cards... and sends them to his Best Bro as well? We hope Snail Mail never dies! We also discuss the newest form of male birth control out of India. Would the Guy Friends bite the bullet to shoot blanks?

"Trey Songz Ft Dream & R.Kelly - Motivation (Majormix)" (WeMajorCanada) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - July 17, 2012

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 23:06:23 +0000

In this episode: Is it a problem to be friends with all of your exes? Yes, that's right, ALL OF THEM. Is it a bad idea? Or a mark of chillness? Some female listeners have questions about poorly timed boners. We provide a comprehensive physics lesson. What is the deal when a dude gives you The Warm Shoulder? A female listener is on a cuddle-only diet with a dude and has no idea why. We're not 100% sure either, but we have a few theories, as well as yet another important lesson about fighting for your right to make-outs. Stay tuned!

"Dj Blade I Wanna Know Tender Love (Roni Remix)" (Dj Blade/Playground Prod.) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - July 10, 2012

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 18:26:25 +0000

In this episode: We discuss a recent Jezebel article in which gender thinker Hugo Schwyzer warns women of self-deprecation in men as a form of emotional manipulation. Is this true? Is it warranted? Can we make fun of Jezebel without getting sent to Lady Jail? STAY TUNED. How much "warning" should you give your soon-to-be sex buddy about your gnarly scars? We believe that a gnarly scar is best as a warning in itself: "I fucked a bear!" Why don't dudes snuggle? Aaron and Josh battle over who gets the bed.

"Climafire - SBTRKT vs Usher" (DJ Prophet.) / CC BY-SA 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - July 3, 2012

Tue, 03 Jul 2012 23:01:00 +0000

In this episode: Gentlemen of Science: what's having a penis like? We present our findings. Eat your heart out, TED talks! We also give some advice for a gay listener who wants to sleep with a woman or three. Sir, this will be your most difficult mission to date. Good luck, dude!

"Gyptian - Hold Yuh (DJ Stephen Remix)" (Stephen Mohammed) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - June 26, 2012

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 17:42:44 +0000

In this episode: We discuss why Chicago's PRIDE Parade is amazing, and follow-up with last week's noodle-scratcher about makeout-only sessions with sexual partners. We also tackle what aspects of sex are most memorable for straight men, while giving a stern talking to the asker. Cosmo quizzes are not Gaydar. We will not back down!

"M83 - Midnight City (Cousin Culo Edit)" (Phi Unit) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - June 19, 2012

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 01:24:38 +0000

In this episode: What it means when your eight-years-older former babysitter travels a great distance to a farm in the middle of nowhere to make a move on you. How to make-out with your boyfriend, and... that's it. We try our hardest to wrap our heads around this.

"Kelis vs. Justin Timberlake - Bounce [Joker Mashup]" (Joker_13) / CC BY-NC 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - June 12, 2012

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 21:12:44 +0000

More friends! Same amount of guys! Today, we're talking about breakups that come out of nowhere, plus our first in-studio question!

Guy Friends Podcast - June 5, 2012

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 03:29:55 +0000

The Guy Friends go deep on not just love, but LOVE. Plus, we're face to face with facials. Stay tuned for the Kate Friends Podcast! Music from:

"Ellie Goulding - High For This (The Weeknd Cover) (Chris Crook Remix)" (oOChris CrookOo) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - May 29, 2012

Tue, 29 May 2012 23:53:35 +0000

In this episode: How to understand your situation when staring down the barrel of a penis. Why is that even a Thing? Is there a female equivalent? Tune-in for the most important contribution to sexual equality in the last thousand years. Boob Guys vs. Ass Men. Are there stigmas within the male community? Josh and Aaron drop their switchblades and stop dance-fighting long enough to start a real, meaningful dialogue. A new Guy-on-Guy interview. Aaron asks about Josh's first experience with real breasts. How well did he handle it (them)?

"Beyonce & Jay-Z - Crazy In Love (Didac's Just Begun Mix)" (DJ Didac) / CC BY-SA 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - May 22, 2012

Tue, 22 May 2012 23:45:47 +0000

In this episode: we discuss what you should know before giving your man a surprise delivery around back, whether we're as smooth with the ladies in real life as we seem on the podcast, and the first instance of a new Guy Friend-on-Guy Friend interview segment! Aaron talks about his first non-platonic interaction...

"Donna Summer - I Feel Love (Thunderlust Edit)" (Thunderlust) / CC BY-NC 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - May 16, 2012

Wed, 16 May 2012 16:46:10 +0000

The Guy Friends tackle mom feedback, Aaron gets ribbed about condoms, and everyone takes a second to think and talk about pubic hair. For the children. Music:

"Take Your Shirt Off And Bang Bang Bang" (Joshu Ra) / CC BY-NC 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - Mother's Day 2012

Tue, 08 May 2012 23:10:27 +0000

In this episode, we have three voicemails from our Moms! Josh's Mom asks how long before we have a bunch of little Guy Friends running around. Kate's Mom blows our minds asking for advice about giving advice... to her daughters Aaron's Mom wonders why she has to wonder about his love life.

Guy Friends Podcast - May 1, 2012

Wed, 02 May 2012 01:22:50 +0000

In this episode: We address the feedback to our response to The Ministry for Boyfriend Review. Is Gchat as important for men as it is for women? A better question: what kind of person doesn't think it's important? And finally -- strap-ons for dudes! UNH, double-up, UNH UNH.

"Ashanti Ft. Notorious Big - Unfoolish (Angle No Games Edit-Dirty)" (angle-1) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - Apr. 24, 2012

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 23:27:38 +0000

In this episode: focusing on what counts in a dating profile, new terminology for your brethren in boning, and our discussion of this Hairpin article.

"Tweet Vs Boyz From Brazil - Bom Bom Oops (Mud Mash)" (mudsimple) / CC BY 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - Mar. 6, 2012

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 22:45:26 +0000

In this episode: a voicemail about phallic photography, how to say No without saying anything at all, and finally, a question as old as Time... (Song:

"The Hood Internet - When The Night Knows (Whitney Houston x Chromeo)" (hoodinternet) / CC BY-NC 3.0

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Guy Friends Podcast - Leap Day, 2012

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 23:11:47 +0000

Happy Leap Day! In this week's episode: coming to terms with sexual decibels, the hunt for a brainy boy, and what to do if your mind's away while your body's at play. Featuring new music! (Song:

"The Hood Internet - Polish City (Tyga x Neon Indian)" (hoodinternet) / CC BY-NC 3.0

Guy Friends Podcast - Feb. 21, 2012

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 06:12:24 +0000

In this week's episode: the STD Talk, taking the Highway to the Friend Zone, and couples hair care...

Guy Friends Podcast - Valentines Day, 2012

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 22:30:26 +0000

In this episode we talk about shower sex, paying on dates, and a boyfriend with a P.O. box from his past...