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| 90. Giving you season finales, second chances, and finding the one | 10 Feb 2026 | 01:25:37 | |
It’s the season finale! And…there’s nothing new about it. Alex and Jon are still answering your burning questions about cheating, friendships, and intimacy. Maybe next season we can see more questions on movies, music, and the best way to roast a chicken. Spice it up a little bit! But for now, enjoy the advice and silly Jon-isms of this finale of the season. We’ll see you soon! Ciao, Ciao! 0:00 - Intro 45:27 - He Cheated And She’s Staying 48:11 - The Sex is Gone 51:31 - Gym Bro-No You Don’t 56:47 - Supporting Someone with loss 58:44 - No Inheritance For You! 01:00:25 - Phasing Out Friendships 01:05:23 - Time To Get Tested! 01:07:33 - Is He The One? 01:12:06 - He’s Cheating On My Friend…Do I Say Something? 01:18:11 - Do Cheaters Deserve a 2nd Chance? 01:23:05 - Recs of the Week Premier Protein: Find your favorite flavor at https://PremierProtein.com or at Amazon, Walmart, and other major retailers. Bobbie: If you want to feed with confidence too, head to https://hibobbie.com to find the formula trusted by parents and loved by their babies. Nature's Sunshine: Get 20% off your first order and free shipping by using checkout code STRAIGHT at https://naturessunshine.com. Goodwipes: As a special offer for our listeners, goodwipes is giving you your first pack for FREE! For more details, head to https://goodwipes.com/STRAIGHT. Skims: Shop my favorite bras and underwear at https://SKIMS.com. Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 89. Giving you friendship breakups, snippy moms, and infidelity | 03 Feb 2026 | 01:00:12 | |
He’s fallen in love with someone else…should I stay? Alex and Jon don’t have time for questions like this anymore…BUT they’re still going to answer them because they love you. In this week’s episode, we’re breaking up and breaking down relationships with exes, sister in-laws, and friends of over ten years. Sometimes the best advice is to just leave and other times…it’s to just go. There’s a difference, we promise. 0:00 - Intro 29:50 - I Want To Move Home 32:00 - How Do I Mend Family Relationships? 34:34 - Maid of Dishonor 39:05 - He’s In Love With Another Woman 42:31 - Ending Years Long Friendships 52:01 - Being A Mom Has Made Me Snippy 58:15 - Reading Your Secrets Premier Protein: Find your favorite flavor at PremierProtein.com or at Amazon, Walmart, and other major retailers. Cozy Earth: Only available January 25th- February 8th! Use my code STRAIGHTBOGO at cozyearth.com to get pj’s for you and someone you love! Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 88. Giving you lazy husbands, stay-at-home moms, and promotions | 27 Jan 2026 | 01:20:49 | |
Would it kill you to give a little more romance? Even a pat on the back would be nice at this point. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss all things romance, babies, and staying at home. All your questions you have “behind closed doors” are answered and Alex and Jon are ready to give it to you straight. Be grateful. At least SOMONE is trying to give it to you ;) 0:00 - Intro 29:17 - My Coworker Was Promoted Over Me 31:17 - New Stay-At-Home Mom 34:28 - My BF Is Having A Baby…Without Me 37:20 - Having A Baby After Loss 41:39 - I Can’t Stay Home Long-Term 50:31 - I Want More Romance 56:05 - Husband’s Low Sex Drive 01:00:55 - My Lazy Husband 01:12:34 - Double Date Is A Double Don’t PremierProtein: Find your favorite flavor at https://PremierProtein.com or at Amazon, Walmart, and other major retailers. Skims: Shop my favorite bras and underwear at https://SKIMS.com. Hims: To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, Hair Loss, Weight Loss, and more, visit https://Hims.com/STRAIGHT. Perelel: Exclusive for our listeners, new customers can enjoy 20% off their first order with code: STRAIGHT.Visit https://perelelhealth.com. Brooklyn Bedding: Go to https://brooklynbedding.com and use our promo code STRAIGHT at checkout to get 30% off sitewide. NOCD: To learn more about starting OCD therapy with NOCD, go to https://nocd.com and book a free call to learn more about how they can help. Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 87. Giving you drunk texts, sibling fights, and sharing locations | 20 Jan 2026 | 01:14:48 | |
We’ve all sent a drunken text to an ex…but while you’re in a relationship? In this week’s episode, we’re discussing relationships in all forms: parental, friendly, and romantic. Every form matters but they all require different skills and Jon and Alex are here to help you navigate through each one. They’re still working on their relationships with Lucy…which seems mostly one sided since all she does it take…but she gives so much cuteness it doesn’t even matter. 0:00 - Intro 39:18 - Moving For Wife’s Parents 41:30 - Unfriending Your Coworker 42:56 - My Friend Ghosted Me 46:59 - My Sister and Narcissistic Husband 50:14 - My BF Drunk Texts His Ex 54:46 - My Mom Sucks 59:08 - Sharing Locations 01:03:21 - Splitting Dinner Costs 01:10:53 - Reading Your Secrets 01:10:53 - Recs of the Week RITUAL: For a limited time, save 40% on your first month at Ritual.com/STRAIGHT. PROLON: Prolon is offering listeners 15% off their 5-day nutrition program for your post-holiday glow-up when you go to ProlonLife.com/STRAIGHT. BRANCH BASICS: Just use code STRAIGHT for 15% off the Premium Starter Kit at BranchBasics.com. SQUARE: Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/straight! Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 86. Giving you fresh starts, career crossroads, and hustle guilt | 13 Jan 2026 | 01:15:33 | |
We’re leveling up in 2026! Making big moves in our career, family, and financial situations. If you’re thinking of starting your own business, time to turn on this episode and pay attention to what Jon and Alex have to say. They work together, have started businesses together, and their best move of all, parents to sweet Lucy. So if you can trust anyone to upgrade your life, its these two. 0:00 - Intro 36:57 - Am I A Lazy or Productive Parent? 43:02 - Financial Struggle With A Newborn 45:26 - Choosing A Career Path 48:29 - Working From Home 51:15 - I Want To Switch Careers 53:40 - My Husband Put Us In Debt! 59:34 - Starting Your Own Business 01:02:33 - My Family Is Taking Advantage 01:10:21 - Reading Your Secrets 01:10:57 - Recs of the Week Nature’s Sunshine: Get 20% off your first order and free shipping by using checkout code STRAIGHT at https://naturessunshine.com. Bobbie: If you want to feed with confidence too, head to https://hibobbie.com to find the formula trusted by parents and loved by their babies. Goodwipes: As a special offer for our listeners, goodwipes is giving you your first pack for FREE! For more details, head to https://goodwipes.com/STRAIGHT. Perelel Health: Exclusive for our listeners, new customers can enjoy 20% off their first order with code: STRAIGHT. Visit https://perelelhealth.com. NOCD: To learn more about starting OCD therapy with NOCD, go to https://nocd.com and book a free call to learn more about how they can help. Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 85. Giving you mama’s boys, manifesting, and ultimatums | 06 Jan 2026 | 01:16:12 | |
It’s the first episode of 2026! It may be a new year but it seems like all of our problems are still the same. The same clingy mother-in-laws, marriage ultimatums, and fake instagram accounts. But no worries, Alex and Jon are here for all of them. However, for the new year, let’s make a resolution to have new problems! That means more exciting episodes! We’re going into “manifestation mode” for this one. 0:00 - Intro 32:03 - How Do I Put Myself Out There? 35:28 - Moving In with the In-Laws 37:37 - Let’s Manifest! 41:34 - I Have a Low Social Battery 43:33 - I Want To Get Married…Or Else 47:54 - MIL is Obsessed with Her Son 51:59 - Her Ring is Cheap! 59:45 - My BF’s Parent’s Don’t Like Me 01:03:42 - MIL Woes 01:08:03 - To Finsta or Not to Finsta? 01:13:46 - Recs of the Week PREMIER PROTEIN: Find your favorite flavor at PremierProtein.com or at Amazon, Walmart, and other major retailers. RULA: Visit Rula.com/straight to get started! HIMS: To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, Hair Loss, Weight Loss, and more, visit Hims.com/STRAIGHT. COZY EARTH: Head to cozyearth.com and use code STRAIGHT for up to 20% off. Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 84. Giving you thirst traps, age gaps, and spending habits | 30 Dec 2025 | 01:19:00 | |
So many people want to know what is “okay” these days. Is it okay for your husband to post thirst traps? Is it okay to want a hot body over having a baby? Is it okay to have a 20 year age gap with your partner? Luckily for you, Alex and Jon have all the answers. In this week’s episode, they dive into all the juicy questions they didn’t have time to answer from this year’s topics. It’s the last episode of the year so enjoy the last of Alex and Jon before we head into 2026! 0:00 - Intro 35:43 - Do You Ever Really Move On? 40:40 - Different Spending Habits 42:58 - Babies at Weddings 44:55 - Am I Allowed to Feel Like This? 47:48 - Is It Rude To Watch My Sister’s Baby? 56:08 - My Friend is Obsessed with Her Baby 01:00:09 - I Want A Baby But Also a Hot Body 01:06: 36 - Dating Age Gaps 01:07: 59 - My Ex Invited Me To Therapy 01:11:54 - My Husband Posts Thirst Traps 01:16:29 - Reading Your Secrets 01:17:00 - Recs of the Week HELLO FRESH: The best way to cook just got better. Go to https://HelloFresh.com/STRAIGHT10FM now to Get 10 Free Meals + a Free Item for Life! THE REAL REAL: Get $25 off your first purchase when you go to https://TheRealReal.com/STRAIGHT VITAL VITAMINS: Vital Vitamins is offering listeners 20% of all orders with code STRAIGHT at https://myvitalvitamins.com. Google Shopping: #sponsored See how clothes from your favorite brands look on you before you buy by visiting https://g.co/shop/tryon RULA: Visit https://Rula.com/straight to get started! BOBBIE: If you want to feel good about what’s in your baby’s bottle, get 10% off with code straight at https://hibobbie.com Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 83. Giving you work parties, family greed, and Santa Claus | 23 Dec 2025 | 01:28:53 | |
Jon isn’t the only guy being a Scrooge this year. In this week’s episode, Jon and Alex answer all your holiday questions before the big celebrations commence! Is Santa real? Do I have to attend my holiday work party? Why is Fantastic Four the movie of the year? The important topics get addressed this episode! Whether you’re more of a downer like Scrooge or more uppity like Buddy The Elf, you’ll want to listen to today’s episode to get your last minute advice before the holidays. 0:00 - Intro 42:17 - Where’s The Balance? 44:04 - Gift Cards Are Supreme 45:11 - My Husband is a Scrooge 46:55 - Holiday Work Parties 50:57 - If You’re Sick, Stay Home! 52:20 - My Family Is Asking For Money 54:38 - Time To Read The Family’s Will 56:10 - Needy In-Laws 58:15 - Is Santa Real? 01:06:27 - My BF Hates Christmas 01:11:33 - Workplace Ice-Breakers 01:15:52 - Boundaries During The Holidays 01:20:53 - Reading Your Secrets 01:21:31 - Recs of the Week BOBBIE: If you want to feel good about what’s in your baby’s bottle, get 10% off with code straight at hibobbie.com THE REAL REAL: Get $25 off your first purchase when you go to TheRealReal.com/STRAIGHT AG1: Head to DRINK AG1.com/STRAIGHT to get a free Welcome Kit, including a bottle of Vitamin D and free AG1 Travel Packs, when you first subscribe! VITAL VITAMINS: Vital Vitamins is offering listeners 20% of all orders with code STRAIGHT at myvitalvitamins.com. ADT: Visit ADT.com or call 1-800-ADT-ASAP Google Shopping: #sponsored See how clothes from your favorite brands look on you before you buy by visiting g.co/shop/tryon WAYFAIR: Get last-minute hosting essentials, gifts for all your loved ones, and decor to celebrate the holidays for WAY less. Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 82. Giving you elf on the shelf, gift giving, and thoughtfulness | 16 Dec 2025 | 01:26:58 | |
It’s the season of giving! But Jon says stop. STOP BUYING GIFTS! People have to much stuff anyway and in this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss the culture around gift giving and how out of control it is. It’s time to start spending money on experiences and not on toasters! If it were up to Jon, everyone would get coal. Luckily, Jon is not Santa Claus and he has Alex to give the perfect gift on behalf of both of them. 0:00 - Intro 46:42 - Gifts for Nieces and Nephews 48:59 - Do I Get Him A Gift? 48:41 - Teacher Gifts 52:51 - I Do A Lot For My Friend’s Kids 55:51 - Holidays with Family 59:50 - How Do I Reject Gifts? 01:08:19 - Is My Nana Santa Claus? 01:11:42 - I’m Done Doing Everything For The Holidays! 01:24:16 - Recs of the Week Google Shopping: #sponsored Shop the 100 products that made our year by visiting g.co/shop/holiday100 AURA FRAMES: Get $35 off with code: STRAIGHT at AuraFrames.com RITUAL: Get 25% off your first month at ritual.com/STRAIGHT. Start Ritual or add Essential Prenatal to your subscription today. ADT: Visit ADT.com or call 1-800-ADT-ASAP FACE FOUNDRIE: Visit facefoundrie.com and use code GITMS at checkout for 20% off your first service. VITAL VITAMINS: Vital Vitamins is offering listeners 20% of all orders with code STRAIGHT at myvitalvitamins.com. THE REAL REAL: Get $25 off your first purchase when you go to TheRealReal.com/STRAIGHT Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 81. Giving you postpartum sex, high school bullies, and fetishes | 09 Dec 2025 | 01:13:36 | |
One, two, three-some! It’s the more the merrier this holiday season! This week’s episode we’re diving into sex, threesomes, and swingers. Alex and Jon have definitely considered an open marriage…if one of them was dead. No judgements for couples that do! Jon just doesn’t like to share and Alex can’t have more people falling in love with her. 0:00 - Intro 38:03 - Sex Postpartum 39:25 - Are Foot Fetishes Weird? 40:37 - I Want To See My BF’s Butthole 43:30 - How Do You Teach Sex? 46:43 - My Husband’s Into Voyeurism 51:22 - Mismatched Sex Drive 55:35 - Swingers 01:02:15 - Reading Your Secets 01:10: 22 - Recs of the Week Aura Frames: Get $35 off with code: STRAIGHT at https://AuraFrames.com Neiman Marcus: If you’re looking for gifts that are guaranteed to surprise and delight, head to Neiman Marcus. ADT: Visit https://ADT.com or call 1-800-ADT-ASAP Vital Vitamins: Vital Vitamins is offering listeners 20% of all orders with code STRAIGHT at https://myvitalvitamins.com. Branch Basics: Head to BranchBasics.com to shop their Premium Starter Kit and save 15% off with code STRAIGHT at https://BranchBasics.com. Google Shopping: #sponsored Shop the 100 products that made our year by visiting https://g.co/shop/holiday100 Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 80. Giving you commitment, vandalism, and hallucinogens | 02 Dec 2025 | 01:19:25 | |
Sometimes all you want from family is attention..and all of it. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon once again tackle your questions from “How do I get more attention?” to “Was Dr.Seuss on drugs?”. I think we can all agree he was on SOMETHING when writing his books, right? Alex seems to think so since all she does now is read to Lucy. Jon can’t focus on reading because he’s too busy defending crimes like vandalism. If you can’t tell, this episode has a range of topics so there’s something for everyone! 0:00 - Intro 37:43 - You Can’t Hold My Baby 40:42 - We’re Moving…Again. 43:38 - My Sister Leaves Me For The Holidays 49:40 - My Husband Wants To Flee 55:26 - How Bad Is Vandalism, Really? 59:04 - I Need Attention!! 01:03:19 - Fear of Commitment 01:08: 23 - I Like My In-Laws More Than My Family 01:16:45 - Recs of the Week Soft Minky Blankets: Visit https://SoftMinkyBlankets.com and use code STRAIGHT at checkout for 50% off all full priced blankets. Aura Frames: Exclusive $45-off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/STRAIGHT. Promo Code: STRAIGHT Perelel Health: New customers can enjoy 20% off their firstorder with code: STRAIGHTVisit https://perelelhealth.com Neiman Marcus: If you’re looking for gifts that are guaranteed to surprise and delight, head to Neiman Marcus. Wayfair: Get last-minute hosting essentials, gifts for all your loved ones, and decor to celebrate the holidays for WAY less. Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Skims: Shop the best underwear for Men and Women at https://SKIMS.com.And if you’re looking for the perfect gifts for everyone on your list - the SKIMS Holiday Shop is now open at https://SKIMS.com. Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 79. Giving you thanksgiving, family photos, and nosy questions | 25 Nov 2025 | 01:16:16 | |
"Can we get a family photo? Just without you?”. The in-laws are ON ONE this episode. Thanksgiving is this week and Alex and Jon are here to help you stay thankful during the holiday season. From requesting photos without you to believing the earth is flat, family members are really testing the limits to their relationships with our listeners. It’s the holidays so even though we are thankful to be around our loved ones, we are sometimes thankful to leave. 0:00 - Intro 43:49 - Are You Having Children? 47:22 - The Earth is Flat, Kids! 52:41 - A Sibling Quarrel 54:23 - My Parents Need To Back Off 56:47 - Family Photo Debacle 59:21 - Sisterhood of the Traveling Parents 01:06:58 - You Ruined My Halloween! 01:12:16 - Recs of the Week ADT: Visit https://ADT.com or call 1-800-ADT-ASAP AG1: Head to https://DRINKAG1.com/STRAIGHT to get a FREE WelcomeKit with an AG1 Flavor Sampler and a bottle of Vitamin D3 plus K2, when you first subscribe! AURA FRAMES: Exclusive $45-off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/STRAIGHT. Promo Code: STRAIGHT CLEAN SAFE PRODUCTS: Go to https://cleansafeproducts.com/STRAIGHT now to get $15 off the Green Mitt Kit. FACE FOUNDRIE: Visit https://facefoundrie.com and use code GITMS at checkout for 20% off your first service. BOBBIE: If you want to feel good about what’s in your baby’s bottle, get 10% off with code straight at https://hibobbie.com. NEIMAN MARCUS: If you’re looking for gifts that are guaranteed to surprise and delight, head to Neiman Marcus. Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 78. Giving you holiday swaps, daddies, and intrusive thoughts | 18 Nov 2025 | 01:14:19 | |
There’s nothing better than relaxing into the holiday season…unless you’re around family, of course. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon deal with holiday drama from petty in-laws to boyfriends that will never become husbands. It would be a holiday miracle if everyone got along during this season but you can’t make everyone happy. Once you accept that the holidays come with drama, you can actually relax into the experience because you can’t have joy without a little bit of sadness. 0:00 - Intro 51:08 - Holiday Swap 52: 17 - I’m Not Going To Thanksgiving 54:45 - Your Boyfriend Isn’t Welcome 56:38 - My Husband’s Family Isn’t Fun 01:00:57 - Do I Need To Get Him A Gift? 01:02:50 - My Sister’s Boyfriend Sucks 01:08:39 - Angry In-Laws 01:11:01 - Reading Your Secrets 01:12:05 - Recs of the Week Soft Minky Blankets: Visit https://SoftMinkyBlankets.com and use code STRAIGHT at checkout for 50% off all full priced blankets. Clean Safe Products: Go to https://cleansafeproducts.com/STRAIGHT now to get $15 off the Green Mitt Kit. Neiman Marcus: If you’re looking for gifts that are guaranteed to surprise and delight, head to Neiman Marcus. Ritual: Listeners get early access to their Black Friday sale for 40%off your first month at https://Ritual.com/STRAIGHT. Hello Fresh: Go to https://HelloFresh.com/STRAIGHT10FM now to Get 10 Free Meals + a Free breakfast for Life! One per box with active subscription. Cowboy Colostrum: For a limited time, our listeners get 25% off their entire order, just head to https://CowboyColostrum.com and use code STRAIGHT at checkout. Hexclad: For a limited time, HexClad is having a massive Black Friday Sale. Head to https://Hexclad.com to GET UP TO 52% OFF. Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 77. Giving you sleep deprivation, wedding drama, and confessions | 11 Nov 2025 | 01:13:42 | |
How do you confront your MIL? How do you back out of a wedding? How do you sleep with a newborn? These are questions that Jon and Alex try to answer on this week’s episode. With little to no sleep, our new parents tackle wedding woes, passive-aggressive mother-in-laws, and a cake story that will might make you never trust a bakery again. But on a brighter note, Koby is in physical therapy! So the gang is doing alright…they could just use more sleep. 0:00 - Intro 34:36 - Do I Get Them A Gift? 39:28 - We Caught Her Stealing! 42:47 - GBF Wedding 44:25 - My Friend Confessed His Love For Me 47:47 - I Need To Back Out of a Wedding 50:31 - How Do I Uninvite a Bridesmaid? 55:09 - My Best Friend’s Third Wedding 01:02:18 - My MIL Wore White To My Wedding 01:08:11 - Reading Your Secrets 01:09:17 - Recs of the Week ADT: Visit https://ADT.com or call 1-800-ADT-ASAP Perelel Health: New customers can enjoy 20% off their first order with code: STRAIGHT. Visit https://perelelhealth.com Wayfair: Head to https://wayfair.com now to shop Wayfair’s Black Friday deals for up to 70% off. Neiman Marcus: If you’re looking for gifts that are guaranteed to surprise and delight, head to Neiman Marcus. Hexclad: Take 10% off at hexclad.com/STRAIGHT and cook like a pro all holiday long. Skims: If you’re looking for the perfect gifts for everyone on your list - the SKIMS Holiday Shop is now open at https://SKIMS.com. Branch Basics: For a limited time only, our listeners get 15% off and Free Shipping on their premium starter pack when you use code STRAIGHT at https://BranchBasics.com/STRAIGHT. Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 76. Giving you payroll lies, petty vibes, and blocked wives | 04 Nov 2025 | 01:04:23 | |
Have you ever wanted to scream at your boss “I QUIT!” and storm out of your office? For most of us, it’s a common fantasy but we refrain because we have bills to pay. So when quitting your job is not the answer, you can turn to Alex and Jon for the best advice on how to handle your workplace conflicts. But this week, it’s actually Glinda and Elphaba all the way from Oz giving you sage words of wisdom. Yes, Halloween has passed but dressing up is always fun. Going to work though? Not always. 0:00 - Intro 37:32 - I’m Not Getting Promoted 39:28 - I Hooked Up With An Engaged Coworker 41:11 - Stop Talking To Me! 44:14 - Should I Just Be a Stay-at-Home Mom? 45:15 - Don’t Assume My Ethnicity! 48:00 - I Am Not My Boss’s Mistress 50:32 - I Shoot Horses, Not Weddings! 56:19 - The Lights Are Off For Your Employment 01:01:02 - Reading Your Secrets 01:01:38 - Recs of the Week ADT: Visit ADT.com or call 1-800-ADT-ASAP Neiman Marcus:I f you’re looking for gifts that are guaranteed to surprise and delight, head to Neiman Marcus. Square: Right now, you can get up to $200 off Square hardware at square.com/go/straight Hims: To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, Hair Loss, Weight Loss, and more, visit Hims.com/STRAIGHT. Nature's Sunshine: Get 20% off your first order and free shipping by using checkout code STRAIGHT at naturessunshine.com. Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 75. Giving you boundaries, childcare, and PDA | 28 Oct 2025 | 01:06:26 | |
You want to pack on the PDA? Nope, sorry, that’s a boundary. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss boundaries for your friends, family, and your significant others. Boundaries help keep a relationship healthy bu is too many just a relationship killer? They also have a real conversation about resentment during new parenthood. Having a baby isn’t hugs and kisses all the time! 0:00 - Intro 32:23 - My Friend’s Sister Snapped! 37:40 - My Husband Doesn’t Fit In 40:19 - I Want To Do A Maternity Shoot 43:18 - My Mom Needs Her Own Life 48:22 - Packing On The PDA 51:23 - Childcare or Momcare? 55:05 - Is My Honesty Too Much? 01:00:33 - Reading Your Secrets 01:03:06 - Recs of the Week NOCD: To learn more about starting OCD therapy with NOCD, go to https://nocd.com and book a free call to learn more about how they can help. Nature's Sunshine: Nature’s Sunshine is offering 20% off your first order plus free shipping. Go to https://naturessunshine.com and use the code STRAIGHT at checkout. Face Foundrie: Visit https://facefoundrie.com and use code GITMS at checkout for 20% off your first service. Clean Safe Products: Go to cleansafeproducts.com/STRAIGHT now to get $15 off the Green Mitt Kit Branch Basics: Head to https://BranchBasics.com to shop the Premium Starter Kit and save15% off with code STRAIGHT. AG1: Head to https://DRINKAG1.com/STRAIGHT to get a FREE Welcome Kit, including a bottle of Vitamin D and free AG1 Travel Packs, when you first subscribe! Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 74. Giving you distant friends, affairs, and seasons of life | 21 Oct 2025 | 01:13:28 | |
Relationship break-ups are tough but friendships break-ups? Those might be worse. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon tackle friendships head on from being distant with each other to hiding pregnancies. Can’t we all just get along? I guess not anymore. Also, if Jon and Alex seem all over the place today…it’s because they are. Don’t blame them!! It’s Lucy’s fault! That sweet angel baby. 0:00 - Intro 30:46 - I Didn’t Know My Friend Was Pregnant 33:40 - Self-Obsessed Friend 36:22 - I’m Having An Affair…With My Girlfriend 38:49 - You Can’t Be Slur-ious! 44:45 - Husband’s Best Friend Has A Crush On Me 54:38 - Flirty Coworker 56:53 - Mourning My Friendships 01:01:37 - Why Is My Friend Distant? 01:04:32 - My Friend Wasn’t There After My Still Birth 01:08:17 - Reading Your Secrets 01:10:19 - Recs of the Week Winx: Head to hellowinx.com/GITMS for 50% off Winx @ Walgreens. Hello Fresh: Go to HelloFresh.com/STRAIGHT10FM now to Get 10 Free Meals + a Free Item for Life! One per box with active subscription. Ritual: Get 25% off your first month at ritual.com/STRAIGHT. Start Ritual or add Essential Prenatal to your subscription today. Clean Safe Products: Go to cleansafeproducts.com/STRAIGHT now to get $15 off the Green Mitt Kit. NOCD: To learn more about starting OCD therapy with NOCD, go to nocd.com and book a free call to learn more about how they can help. Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 73. Giving you push presents, unwanted visitors and hand-me-downs | 14 Oct 2025 | 01:21:52 | |
No one makes my baby cry…EVER. Even if you’re their doctor. In this week’s episode, emotions are high and sleep is still low. How can one baby feel like 20 extra people? Alex asks this question in this week’s episode while Jon gets angry with their pediatrician for making Lucy cry. As you can see, new parenthood is settling in very nicely with Alex and Jon. 0:00 - Intro 33:56 - I Wanted A Push Present 41:10 - Will A Baby Change My Relationship? 47:00 - I Don’t Want Family At The Hospital 50:49 - MIL Doesn’t Get “Boundaries” 57:40 - Where Did All My Friends Go? 01:01:58 - Baby Hand-Me-Downs 01:07: 20 - Does My New-Mom Friend Hate Me? 01:12:24 - My Friend Didn’t Show Up For Me 01:17:44 - Recs of the Week Winx: Head to hellowinx.com/GITMS for 50% off Winx at Walgreens. Perelel Health: New customers can enjoy 20% off their first order with code: STRAIGHT. Visit perelelhealth.com Hims: To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, Hair Loss, Weight Loss, and more, visit Hims.com/STRAIGHT. Nature's Sunshine: Nature’s Sunshine is offering 20% off your first order plus free shipping. Go to naturessunshine.com and use the code STRAIGHT at checkout. Skims: Shop the best underwear for Men and Women at SKIMS.com. Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 72. Giving you birth stories, sleepless nights and baby must-haves | 07 Oct 2025 | 01:15:16 | |
Welcome to the world, Lucy Grey! Alex and Jon had a baby and she’s more perfect than you could ever imagine. In this week’s episode, they discuss their trip to the hospital and what it’s like to finally have their daughter in their arms. Yes, it's a bunch of sleepless nights and a complete change of lifestyle, but they couldn’t be happier. Even in the throws of new parenthood, they still have time to answer your questions and give advice. Take it lightly, though. They’re running on negative 10 hours of sleep. 0:00 - Intro 41:09 - Lady Bits 42:09 - Most Unexpected Thing About Giving Birth 42:31 - Tips For Supporting Your Partner 42:57 - Shocking Thing About Birth 44:08 - What’s Easier Than Expected? 45:24 - Should We Get a Midwife? 47:04 - Recovery After Birth 48:23 - Baby Products: Buy vs. Skip 01:00:02 - My Mother-In-Law Needs To Back Off 01:02:52 - Resenting My Husband Postpartum 01:06:09 - Too Many Newborn Opinions! 01:08:04 - Navigating Labor and Delivery 01:11:33 - Sharing Your Secret Winx - Head to hellowinx.com/GITMS for 50% off Winx at Walgreens. Headspace - For a limited time, get Headspace FREE for 60 days. Go to headspace.com/STRAIGHT. Square - Right now, you can get up to $200 off Square hardware at square.com/go/straight. Run your business smarter with Square. Get started today. Nuna - Visit nunababy.com to learn more or visit your local Nordstrom to test out the gear. Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 71. Giving you dating nightmares, fetishes, and cheating husbands | 30 Sep 2025 | 01:07:48 | |
Apparently, your soulmate is supposed to look like you…I guess Alex and Jon prove that theory. In this week’s episode, we’ve got one crazy story for you after another. We’ve got cheating, we’ve got herpes, and we’ve got threesomes! The ultimate trifecta. For some, three’s a crowd but for others…it’s standard. The only third thing Alex and Jon are adding their relationship is their beautiful baby girl! She’s set to arrive any day now so this is the last episode before Jon and Alex are thrust into the world of parenthood. Today’s stories may be wild but they’re nothing compared to the journey they’re about to embark on. 0:00 - Intro 34:53 - I Have…Orangutang Boobs? 40:08 - He Likes My Hair Too Much 41:34 - Here’s to Herpes! 45:18 - Let’s Have a Threesome 51:18 - Coparenting or Flirting? 53:47 - Family Only Photo 56:36 - I Love My Cheating Boyfriend 01:01:43 - Reading Your Secrets 01:04:10 - Recs of the Week Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 70. Giving you ring upgrades, codependency, and compromise | 23 Sep 2025 | 01:11:19 | |
If you like it, put a *bigger* ring on it. Guys, listen up! Wedding rings are just like cars. They deserve an upgrade every few years. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon talk ring upgrades, prenups before marriage, and issues with having a codependent partner. If you break it down, marriage is very simple: take charge, make decisions, and upgrade your rings. Did we just solve marriage? Probably not but this is a good place to start. 0:00 - Intro 37:21 - The Seven Year Itch 39:35 - He Wants A House and A Prenup 44:59 - If You Like It, Put a Bigger Ring On It 48:48 - My Wife Doesn’t Have Goals 52:38 - My Husband Is Codependent 56:59 - The Big Wedding Compromise 01:03:35 - Societal Norms vs. What I Want 01:07:30 - Reading Your Secrets 01:08:48 - Recs of the Week Ritual: Get 25% off your first month at ritual.com/STRAIGHT. Start Ritual or add Essential Prenatal to your subscription today! Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 69. Giving you body positivity and Victoria Garrick Browne | 16 Sep 2025 | 01:22:51 | |
Has body positivity gone too far? To answer this question, we have our first guest on the podcast, Victoria Garrick Browne! A fellow content creator, mental health advocate, and founder of the Hidden Opponent, Victoria is hands down the most impressive person Alex and Jon have ever met. She joins the pod to share insightful points on body positivity, the “myth” of will power, and how to encourage your partner to live a healthier lifestyle with you. It’s Alex and Jon like you’ve never seen them before: serious and focused. Jon tries to impress Victoria with his volleyball experience but it’s clear theres no comparison. She was a D1 athlete and Jon is, well…Jon. 0:00 - Intro 01:00:32 - Has Body Positivity Gone Too Far? 01:10:11 - Do I Need Botox For My Wedding? 01:13:38 - My Family Shames My Body 01:17:51 - I Want My Partner To Workout Vivrelle: Go to www.vivrelle.com and apply for a membership today using code STRAIGHT for 50% off 1 month of membership - the code will also allow you to skip the Vivrelle waitlist. Wayfair: Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Branch Basics: Head to BranchBasics.com to shop their Premium Starter Kit and save 15% off with code STRAIGHT at BranchBasics.com. Perelel Health: New customers can enjoy 20% off their firstorder with code: STRAIGHT. Visit perelelhealth.com Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 68. Giving you gender disappointment, pregnancy, and lazy wives | 09 Sep 2025 | 01:09:40 | |
Is my wife lazy or is she just pregnant? Careful how you answer this one. In today’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss all things pregnancy as Alex nears her due date! BABY IS IMMINENT! From being a fitness mom to a “lazy bum”, there’s no right or wrong way to be pregnant. As long as you pump and dump after drinking, you’re doing it right. Milk is replaceable! But a night in with a glass or wine…or two…priceless. 0:00- Intro 39:29 - What If Alex and Jon Were Related? 41:31 - Get A Job? Or Get Pregnant? 43:05 - Fitness Advice for Expecting Moms 46:10 - My Wife is Lazy…I Mean…Pregnant 51: 22 - My Drunk Sister 52:47 - My Husband Won’t Have Sex With Me 59:29 - Is Gender Disappointment Valid? 01:01:36 - My Sister Overshadowed My Day 01:04:01 - Reading Your Secrets 01:07:07 - Recs of the Week Vivrelle: Go to www.vivrelle.com and apply for a membership today using code STRAIGHT for 50% off 1 month of membership. The code will also allow you to skip the Vivrelle waitlist. Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 67. Giving you weddings, plus ones, and distant friends | 02 Sep 2025 | 01:09:55 | |
If you could change one thing about your wedding, what would it be? Alex and Jon answer this question in today’s episode! Weddings are supposed to be one of the best days of your life but it’s not always what is cracked up to be. From upset in-laws to kids running around, it can actually be the most chaotic day. The only thing Jon remembers from his wedding is how Alex looked. Sweet, right? Well…take a listen because Jon’s head is on the chopping block. 0:00 - Intro 37:33 - What To Splurge On? Skimp On? 42:12 - I Bought My Sister’s Wedding Dress 47:32 - I Was Demoted from Bridesmaid to Guest 51:28 - Plus One or Plus Zero? 53:42 - Keep Your Kids Out of My Wedding! 59:48 - I Kicked Him Out of the Bridal Party 01:01:58 - Torn Between Two Celebrations 01:06:15 - Recs of the Week Cozy Earth: Head to cozyearth.com and use my code STRAIGHT for 40% off! Vivrelle: Go to www.vivrelle.com and apply for a membership today using code STRAIGHT for 50% off 1 month of membership. The code will also allow you to skip the Vivrelle waitlist. Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 66. Giving you break ups, divorces, and instagram models | 26 Aug 2025 | 01:20:25 | |
Getting divorced sucks. But getting divorced before you’re 30? Kind of chic. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon talk about break ups, divorces, and dating married men. It’s all fun and games until he doesn’t leave his wife. But don’t worry! Alex and Jon are still happily married. They do talk about what they would do if they ever got divorced. Alex would be fine…but Jon? He can’t afford to lose Alex so he’s on his best behavior…for the rest of his life. 0:00 - Intro 35:41 - I Want To Save My Marriage 38:52 - His Ex-Wife Still Has His Last Name 41:40 - They Got Back Together...Yay? 45:59 - Homewrecker or Homemaker? 49:36 - She’s Dating a Married Man! 52:01 - We’re Getting Divorced Over Kids 57:57 - How Do I Tell Him I’m a Divorcee? 01:02:12 - Do You Want IG Models or Me? 01:11:18 - I Hate My Ex’s Cat 01:17:54 - Recs of the Week Caraway: You can shop Caraway Risk-Free! Enjoy fast, free shipping, easy returns, and a 30-day trial. Plus, if you visit Carawayhome.com/gitms you can take an additional 10% off your next purchase. Ritual: Get 25% off your first month at ritual.com/STRAIGHT. Start Ritual or add Essential Prenatal to your subscription today Hello Fresh: The best way to cook just got better. Go to HelloFresh.com/STRAIGHT10FM now to Get 10 Free Meals + a Free Item for Life! Wayfair: Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Branch: Head to BranchBasics.com to shop their Premium Starter Kit and save 15% off with code STRAIGHT at BranchBasics.com. Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 65. Giving you gifts, shared bank accounts, and loser husbands | 19 Aug 2025 | 01:09:55 | |
What should you get your best friend for their birthday? According to Jon: Nothing. Zip. Zilch. Nada. In today’s episode, we’re talking MONEY, HONEY and the expectations surrounding gift giving. Jon gets pretty heated in this one, so you may want to lower the volume on your speakers. If you take one thing from this episode, it’s this: Do not buy Jon gifts. Ever. Alex will gladly accept though! 0:00 - Intro 28:32 - How Do I Make More Money? 31:21 - I’m Buying a House, Not Your Friendship 33:46 - Do I Need to Bring a Birthday Gift? 40:28 - My Groomsman Ditched My Wedding 43:28 - My Mom Runs My Finances 47:26 - My Presence Is The Wedding Present 58: 23 - My Husband Has Major Debt 01:01:33 - I Want Access to My Husband’s Bank Account Cozy Earth: Head to cozyearth.com and use my code STRAIGHT for 40% off! And if you get a Post-Purchase Survey, make sure to let them know you heard about Cozy Earth right here! Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 64. Giving you sibling dynamics, inheritances, and baby names | 12 Aug 2025 | 01:17:42 | |
“You know you’re adopted, right? I’m telling mom!” In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss sibling relationships and how you can be best friends as kids and enemies as adults. Your “built-in best friend” doesn’t sound so great when they’re stealing your inheritance or picking the same baby names as you. People say Alex and Jon look like siblings and although they swear they’re “husband and wife”…it makes you think why they always argue…like children. 0:00 - Intro 33:21 - I Want More Alone Time 35:26 - Do I Need To Have Two Kids? 39:37 - Siblings as Coworkers 41:41 - I’m Not Sharing My Inheritance 46:33 - Can You Watch My Child? 55:41 - My Brother Picked The Same Baby Name 1:00:59 -The Craziest Alaskan Wedding 1:05:03 - Oh Brother! He Can’t Get It Up 1:15:12 - Recs of the Week Caraway: You can shop Caraway Risk-Free! Enjoy fast, free shipping, easy returns, and a 30-day trial. Plus, if you visit carawayhome.com/gitms you can take an additional 10% off your next purchase. Wayfair: Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 63. Giving you dry spells, threesomes, and male enhancements | 05 Aug 2025 | 01:17:39 | |
Trying to keep the spark alive in your relationship? Used every match in the box but nothing ignites? Maybe it’s time to give up…or just listen to Alex and Jon. In this week’s episode, they talk about ways to reinvigorate your relationship, from the 2-2-2 rule all the way to metal rods in…male parts. It sounds painful…but you know what hurts even more? Not having sex. 0:00 - Intro 33:51 - Nothing Sexier Than A Burrito 36: 39 - Now You Three Me, Now You Don’t 38:54 - Stuck In Routine 41:49 - Couch Confessions 47:41 - My Boyfriend’s Poor Hygiene 52:23 - Am I Asexual? 56:08 - Postpartum PTSD (Penis Trauma Stress Disorder) 01:01:38 - I’m A Gym Rat With Wondering Eyes 01:08:21 - I Put A (Dry) Spell On You 01:12:46 - Recs of the Week Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! Thank you to our partners this week:
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| 62. Giving you bad friends, drifting apart, and negative nancy's | 29 Jul 2025 | 01:15:20 | |
“I DON’T WANT TO BE YOUR FRIEND ANYMORE” We’ve all heard that at some point as children, but as adults? In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss friendships and all the intricacies and nuances that come with forming and retaining relationships in adulthood. Friendships aren’t as easy as they used to be. Alex could use fifteen more friends while Jon wants fifteen less. The only new person Jon wants in his life is his daughter…and that’s pushing it! 0:00 - Intro 32:44 - I Don’t Want Any Friends 34:50 - I Can Get Pregnant. My Friend Can’t. 36:52 - How Do I Make Friends? 41:34 - I Slept With My Best Friend 47:42 - I Never Get Invited To Things 52:52 - We’re Drifting Apart 55:39 - Your Boyfriend Isn’t The One 1:00:15 - I Deleted My Friend Off Socials 1:04:44 - I Think My Best Friend Hates Me 1:10:47 - Recs of the Week Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! Thank you to our partners this week:
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| 61. Giving you snooping, concerned husbands, and casual divorces | 22 Jul 2025 | 01:15:51 | |
Peeping on your partners phone? You’re not going to like what you find…In today’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss snooping through phones, travel woes, and peeing in front your partner. Is there no greater joy than the comfort of peeing while your partner watches? Alex thinks so but Jon wishes he had married someone more private. 0:00 - Intro 30:06 - I Want Him To Pee In Front of Me! 34:03 - Should We Travel Before Kids? 36:43 - You Cruise You Lose 40:02 - My Husband Needs to STFU 50: 14 - I Found Something On His Phone 58:16 - Sayonara, Sister! 1:05:01 - Why Is Divorce So Casual? 1:11:45 - Sharing Your Secrets 1:13:27 - Recs of the Week Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! Thank you to our partners this week:
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| 60. Giving you in-laws, arguments, and unwanted kisses | 15 Jul 2025 | 01:11:30 | |
GIRD YOUR LOINS…your in-laws have arrived. It’s hit or miss with having good in-laws and in this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss your experiences with them, from unwanted cheek kisses to sharing secrets with your whole family. Jon has no problem telling off someone…but his father-in-law? Yeah, put the biceps down, Jon. 0:00 - Intro 23:44 - Fly In-Laws, Fly! 27:30 - His Ex Decorated My Wedding 32:18 - The Mother of All Rule Breakers 37:25 - My Parents Hate My Husband 42:31 - Bridesmaids vs. Maid Of Honor 50:54 - Father-In-Law Kisses 58:36 - You Should Wait To Have More Kids 1:00:20 - My MIL Shared My Secret 1:06:20 - Reading Your Secrets 1:07:23 - Recs of the Week Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 59. Giving you modern marriages, prenups, and name changes | 08 Jul 2025 | 01:09:42 | |
Do you, Alex, take Jon, to be your wedded husband? Sign this prenup first. Today’s episode is all about millennials and marriage. Alex and Jon discuss modern marriages, changing your last name, and why your friends bail after you have kids. If you could get married again, how would you do it differently? Or would you do it at all? Click on today’s episode and find out! 0:00 - Intro 20:53 - You’re Selfish For Not Wanting Kids 25:00 - If There’s a Will, There’s a Godparent 29:04 - The Evolution of Marriage 31: 22 - Changing Your Mind on Kids 37:32 - Do I Change My Last Name? 42:21 - Will I Be Happier Without Kids? 46:05 - My Friends Bailed After I Had Kids 50:07 - Separate Bank Accounts 54:21 - My BF Doesn’t Want To Get Married 01:01:07 - We Want Prenup! WE WANT PRENUP! Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 58. Giving you grief, loss, and expensive mistakes | 01 Jul 2025 | 01:17:50 | |
GOOD GRIEF! It’s the grief episode. Oh, you wanted laughs this season? Well, you’ll still get that, but with a side of tears. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon answer your questions on grief and all its different phases. They also discuss expensive pool mistakes and Jon using too many condiments, so see! It’s not all sad! They say the only way to get through grief, is to move with it, so hit play and join Alex and Jon on this journey. 0:00 - Intro 15:24 - How to Support Someone Grieving 35:32 - Comparing Losses 43:53 - How Did You Stay Together? 49:32 - Getting Married Without My Mom 51:55 - I’m Starting to Resent My Friends 58:05 - Different Grieving Processes 01:02:49 - Healing from PTSD 01:06:22 - Being an Influencer and Grief 01:12:02 - Poem Reading 01:12:50 - Recs of the Week Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 57. Giving you life updates, announcements, and gender reveals | 24 Jun 2025 | 01:09:45 | |
Alex and Jon are finally back, and emotionally- slightly more stable. After some much needed time off and hours in therapy, they’re ready to launch into the new season of Give It To Me Straight! In this week’s comeback episode, they’re catching you up on what they’ve been up to and some major life updates. They’ve missed oversharing into microphones. They’ve missed you. And yes—Alex is still trying not to talk over Jon (but let’s be honest, some traditions are sacred). 0:00 - Intro 11:07 - Pregnancy Announcement 39:39 - Should I Tell Them I’m Pregnant? 42:03 - Are Pregnancy Announcements Cringe? 44:47 - My Brother Stole My Wedding Thunder 49:44 - My Mom Shared My Pregnancy on Facebook 52:53 - My Best Friend Is Pregnant…I’m Not Happy 01:04:43 - Recs of the Week Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | |||
| 56. Giving you goodbyes, oral hygiene, and harsh comebacks | 11 Jun 2024 | 01:15:55 | |
If Jon made an OnlyFans, would you subscribe? I think we all would. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss OnlyFans, oral hygiene, and harsh comebacks. Jon may have the body for OnlyFans but when it comes to comebacks, he lacks major…how you say…je ne sais quoi. We can leave the diss tracks to Alex. She’s pregnant so she’s got a natural fire under her butt. 0:00 - Intro 17:46 - What’s Your Kink? 20:50 - Say Hello To Hygiene 25:26 - I Want To Be My Husband’s OnlyFan 31:26 - I Don’t Want Your Mom’s Ring 34:26 - Have Goals or Get Out! 38:09 - I Think He’s Cheating…Again 43:19 - His Mother Poked Holes In His Condoms 51:13 - Fighting is Fine! 55:43 - He Needs His “Guy Time" 01:00:53 - Reading Your Secrets 01:01:05 - A Sad Goodbye Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram!
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| 55. Giving you boys trips, famous neighbors, and online dating | 04 Jun 2024 | 01:07:32 | |
Would you go on a boys trip while your wife is 7 months pregnant? Jon wouldn’t even think about it. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss boys trips, Facebook dating, and their famous neighbor back in LA. Was it Selena Gomez? The Weeknd? Jared from Subway? The possibilities are endless. 0:00 - Intro 19:28 - Famous Neighbor 22:28 - Facebook Dating 24:45 - My Husband Hates How I Dress 29:38 - Hidden Box of Lingerie 35: 20 - My Husband Doesn’t Want Me To Go Out 37:42 - I’m Not Your Full-Time Babysitter! 44:20 - Boys Trips 48:51 - My Husband Has Feelings for Someone Else 54:29 - Dealing With Insecurity 1:00:04 - I Don’t Want Another Kid 1:04:25 - Reading Your Secrets 1:05:28 - Listener Review Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram!
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| 54. Giving you kid’s parties, handy husbands, and awkward silences | 28 May 2024 | 00:56:23 | |
Do you think all men should know how to fix things around the house? If so, Jon better get to learning. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss handy men, attending children’s parties, and how to handle awkward silences with your partner. Alex and Jon live, work, and are now having a baby together so the conversations are endless…poor Jon. 0:00 - Intro 16:08 - Smile, You’re On Camera! 18:18 - Awkward Silences With Your Partner 21:22 - I’m Drifting From My Best Friend 25:16 - Do I Tell His Ex to GTFO? 28:29 - Spell My Name Right! 33:15 - It’s Over! Give Me The Ring! 37:59 - Did I Go To The Right Person? 41:01 - I’m Not Attending Your Child’s Party 44:56 - I Want My Wedding Photos Now! 50:17 - My Husband Isn’t Handy 54:38 - Reading Your Secrets 55:20 - Listener Review Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram!
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| 53. Giving you coworker fantasies, engagement rings, and space | 21 May 2024 | 01:13:50 | |
Would you buy your fiancé an engagement ring they didn’t like? Jon wouldn’t dare. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss engagement rings, personal space, and fantasizing about your coworkers. Jon can’t help but fantasize about his coworker. She’s hot, funny, and knows how to have a good time. Yeah he only has one and it’s Alex but still…a little inter-office romance might good for the company. 0:00 - Intro 18:04 - Coworker Fantasies 24:57 - I’m Not My BF’s +1 29:39 - Don’t Touch Me! I’m Pregnant! 36:50 - If You’re Not Growing, You’re Not Changing 41:27 - My Husband Has Gained Weight 50:43 - Engagement Ring Blues 59:22 - Should I Help My Ex Get a Job? 1:04:50 - My Husband Lost our Daughter 01:10:46 - Reading Your Secrets 01:12:48 - Listener Review Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram!
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| 52. Giving you naughty dreams, farting, and tattoos of exes | 14 May 2024 | 01:10:44 | |
Do you fart in front of your partner? Alex and Jon can’t help it. In this week’s episode, our favorite couple discusses farting, naughty dreams about your ex, and friendship breakups. Jon even shares a story about how he lost a friend by peeing on his shoe. Jon may be a great husband but he’s a…questionable friend. 0:00 - Intro 22:58 - Exes on Social Media 26:07 - I Can’t Leave My Mom 28:44 - Farting In Front of Your Partner 32:37 - Do I Make My +1 Pay? 35:37 - Eight Year Anniversary? or Ten? 39:21 - Tattoos Of Your Ex 47: 31 - Checking Out Other Women 56:06 - He Puts the Ex In “Sex” Dreams 57:41 - My Bridesmaid Doesn’t Talk to Me 01:04:01 - Reading Your Secrets 01:07:45 - What Are You Over? 01:09:35 - Listener Review Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram!
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| 51. Giving you bad makeup, boring nudes, and contacting ex’s | 07 May 2024 | 01:12:11 | |
Have you ever received a nude that was just…boring? Alex definitely has. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss receiving boring nudes, video-game-obsessed boyfriends, and getting “off”. Alex says she would never marry someone who couldn’t get her off but then again, she married Jon. Marriage is all about sacrifice, I guess. 0:00 - Intro 23:45 - I’ve Never Had An Orgasm 27:20 - Boring Nudes 30:59 - Does My Friend Not Like Me? 33:34 - My Acquaintance Is Having An Affair 39:30 - My Husband Hates My Makeup 44:36 - He Plays Too Many Video Games! 48:39 - Moving Out of State 53:24 - Do I Tell My BF About My Abortion? 57:31 - I Contacted My Ex’s Sister 1:01:14 - My Ex Boyfriend is An Influencer 1:06:28 - Reading Your Secrets 1:09:21 - What Are You Over? 1:10:58 - Listener Review Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram!
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| 50. Giving you paternity tests, creepy bosses, and gender reveals | 01 May 2024 | 01:01:16 | |
In the case of Baby Bouffard...Jon, you ARE the father! In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss paternity tests for unborn children, fathers being petty, and security cameras in the house. Do you trust your spouse or do you need security cameras inside your house? Alex may not be doing anything bad...but Jon? We might need to investigate further. Also, stay tuned for the end where Jon and Alex reveal the gender of their baby! 0:00 - Intro 18:14 - My Boss Hit On Me 24:29 - How Much Do You Tip? 27:53 - Friends with Benefits 30:53 - I’ve Never Been in a Relationship 35:06 - I Want a Paternity Test! 37:54 - My Father Didn’t Come To My Wedding 42:07 - His Parents Are Too Religious 47:26 - Are You Spying or Lying? 51:00 - My BF Doesn’t Try With My Kid 53:49 - Reading Your Secrets 55:07 - Listener Review 55:32 - Gender Reveal 59:39 - What Are You Over? Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram!
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| 49. Giving you friendship kisses, cheating, and cancelled weddings | 23 Apr 2024 | 01:10:52 | |
Kissing your friends is fine…until it turns into a make-out session. In this weeks episode, Alex and Jon discuss friendship kisses, cancelled weddings, and friendships that have gone south. You know, not all friendships have to last forever. Alex’s friendships usually last awhile, whereas Jon’s only last 2-3 business days…or a year if you play Call of Duty.
0:00 – Intro 30:51 – Risky Towel Business 33:21 – How Long Should You Wait To Remarry? 36:45 – Is Playful Kissing Cheating? 38:23 – My Fiance Cancelled Our Wedding 41:27 – My Husband Uses Dating Apps 44:58 – Close Friend or Foe? 49:50 – My Sister’s Wedding vs. My Baby 53:30 – My Wife Makes Out With Her Friends 58:31 – I Sold My Friend’s Concert Tickets 1:03:33 – Call of Booty 1:08:03 – Reading Your Secrets 1:09:38 – Listener Review
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| 48. Giving you pole dancing, driving high, and stalking your ex | 16 Apr 2024 | 00:59:26 | |
Would you call the cops on your own sister? Alex would. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss driving while high, pole dancing, and stalking your ex. Jon hasn’t stalked his ex in years but Alex just stalked hers last week. Don’t lie, we all want to see if we’re doing better than our exes! Safe to say, Alex and Jon have nothing to worry about. 0:00 – Intro 9:45 – We’re Growing Apart 11:48 – Balancing School and Life 14:10 – Say High to a DUI 17:37 – Should We Move In Together? 20:56 – New State, Same Business? 25:50 – I Want Support For My Pole Dancing 30:19 – Afraid of the Dark…Circles 35:07 – Boundaries At Work 39:15 – My BF Left Me In The Hospital 46:26 – He’s Stalking His Ex 52:48 – Reading Your Secrets 55:54 – What Are You Over? 58:26 – Listener Review
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| 47. Giving you vanilla sex, rude celebrities, and sibling kisses | 09 Apr 2024 | 00:56:07 | |
It’s time we normalized kissing your siblings on the lips…(or not, geez). In this week’s episode, Jon and Alex discuss strange sibling relationships, babies at weddings, and rude celebrity encounters. Just remember, if you ever meet Alex and Jon in public, Alex will want to be your best friend and Jon will want to leave immediately. It’s nothing personal, he just doesn’t enjoy genuine human interaction. 0:00 – Intro 11:34 – I Won’t Speak Badly About My Husband 13:43 – Our Sex Life is Vanilla 16:43 – Rude Celebrity Encounters 20:30 – Kissing Your Sibling 24:23 – Fading Friendships 28:09 – Grandparents or Grandpains in my Ass? 33:05 – Reaching Out To My Ex’s Mom 35:28 – To Move or Not To Move? 39:44 – Loaning Money To A Sibling 46:13 – Your Baby Can’t Come To My Wedding 52:25 – Reading Your Secrets 55:03 – Listener Review
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| 46. Giving you fake cancer, boring boyfriends, and shitty brothers | 02 Apr 2024 | 01:07:35 | |
In love with your best friend’s boyfriend? Stop. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon help you fall out of love with your best friend’s boyfriend, find love on dating apps, and confront ex’s about having fake cancer. What’s the biggest lie Jon has ever told Alex? Probably that he’s one inch taller. Guys will take every inch, am I right? 0:00 – Intro 12:17 – She’s Lying About Having Cancer 16:01 – I’m In Love with my Best Friend’s BF 18:14 – Finding Love on Tinder 25:19 – My Best Friend’s Boring Boyfriend 29:21 – Being Friends with The Opposite Sex 35:20 – My Father In Law is a Bigot 41:29 – Do I Send A Warning Letter? 46:27 – Hot For Neighbor 52:08 – Is It Religious? Or Personal? 59:53 – Reading Your Secrets 1:04:20 – What Are You Over? 1:06:06 – Listener Review Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram!
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| 45. Giving you babies, sperm donors, and vasectomies | 26 Mar 2024 | 01:08:36 | |
Is Baby Bouffard finally on the way? In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon make a huge life announcement and discuss all things kids, pregnancy, and promiscuous pasts. Jon considers getting a vasectomy and Alex dives into what you need to think about before having kids. Is Jon about to become a Zaddy? Is Alex entering her MILF era? Hit play and find out! 0:00 – Intro 12:23 – Do You Want Kids? 27:51 – My BF is Staying With His Ex 30:12 – My Husband Wants Kids, I Don’t 33:59 – Sperm Donor Dilemma 38:58 – Pregnancy Scare 42:22 – Promiscuous Boy 49:39 – Who is Getting Fixed? 59:14 – How Do I Parent When I’m Not One? 1:03:50 – Ready Your Secrets 1:06:26 – What Are You Over? 1:07:30 – Listener Review Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram!
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| 44. Giving you bachelorette parties, scammers, and nudes | 19 Mar 2024 | 01:11:38 | |
People need to learn how to say no, especially to brides. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss bachelorette parties getting too extreme, bedtime stories at 27, and how to handle your first STD. Alex even recalls a cooking class that left her feeling bamboozled, while Jon warns listeners to watch out for scammers. If Jon cares about one thing, it’s his money…and Alex, of course. 0:00 – Intro 22:18 – My Husband Finishes Fast 25:00 – Do I Pay for Dinner? 27:07 – What’s Your Type? 30:55 – I Need A Bedtime Story 33:17 – STDeal With It 36:02 – Should My Parents Pay For My Boobs? 39:02 – My Wife Sent Nudes To My Friend 45:00 – Bachelorette Blowup 54:28 – My Ex is Catfishing As Me 1:05:56 – Reading Your Secrets 1:08:04 – What Are You Over? 1:09:30 – Listener Review Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram!
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| 43. Giving you mother-in-laws, affairs, and crowd surfing | 12 Mar 2024 | 00:59:39 | |
Mother-in-laws are like your husband’s ex-girlfriend who won’t leave him alone. This week, Alex and Jon discuss MIL relationships, workplace affairs, and husbands being TOO helpful? Is that possible? Jon even recounts a story from his music festivals days and crowd surfing. Let’s just say if Jon could go back and relive his glory days…he wouldn’t. 0:00 – Intro 7:37 – Do You Clean Together? 10:23 – How To De-escalate An Argument 13:03 – Is My Friend “Mothering” Me? 16:02 – Leaving Your Dog Behind 18:55 – My Husband Is Almost Too Helpful 24:05 – What Does My MIL Really Need? 29:22 – Yeah, You ARE The Asshole 38:29 – Your BF Needs AA 42:44 – My Boss Is Having An Affair 48:39 – Monster In Law 55:17 – What Are You Over? 57:47 – Listener Review Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram!
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| 42. Giving you body count, work wives, and buttholes | 05 Mar 2024 | 00:55:58 | |
Too afraid to poke your husband’s butthole? Let’s discuss. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon give their take on work wives, being a confident tall girl with a short king, and sleeping with your fiance’s sister. Other topics include being “friends” with your attractive coworker but hey, if you’re spending more time discussing spreadsheets than bed sheets, you’re probably safe. 0:00 – Intro Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram!
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| 41. Navigating Relationships By Trusting Your Instincts | 21 Nov 2023 | 00:55:18 | |
If you’ve ever been in a relationship, you know how outside influences can do more harm than good at any given time. Even when your gut is telling you the answer, those outside factors can get you to second guess yourself. The truth is, you just have to trust yourself sometimes and go with your intuition. In this episode, Jon and Alex answer listener questions about a proposal that’s not a surprise, setting financial boundaries with your parents, sleeping with your sister’s ex husband, your boyfriend’s suspicious relationship with your stepmom, and figuring out how to say goodbye to your soulmate. (0:00) Intro (13:33) Our Listeners Give Their Advice (18:30) Is A Proposal Still Special If You Know It’s Happening? (20:20) Is It Still The Thought That Counts? (24:16) Does Giving Back To Your Parents Need Boundaries? (30:11) Why Are You Sleeping With Your Sisters Ex Husband? (34:18) How You Start Your Family Is Your Choice (37:43) Your House Is Your Safe Space (41:22) How To Say Goodbye (45:50) Are Your Boyfriend And Stepmom Hiding Something? (50:05) Listener Review (50:44) Icks Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram!
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