Best Frat Rats Podcasts (2026)

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Sex, Slaves & Pickled Children: The Wild Origins of Christmas 36:58

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Jesus is the reason for the season...right? Eh, not really. I'll break down the Roman festivals, Pagan rituals, and Victorian branding that turned sex-drenched slave parties, serial killers and a vengeful saint into the Christmas we know today—from Christmas trees to Santa Claus. Plus, why exactly Jesus' message made such an impression on the blood…

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Burn Book: Bloody Mary's Favorite Hobby 46:09

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Step into Tudor England at its bloodiest and most unhinged, where monarchs changed religions on a whim and the price of disagreeing with the crown was burning alive—just ask the Oxford Martrys. In this episode, we unravel the real story behind Mary I—“Bloody Mary”—and the Oxford Martyrs whose deaths became political theater. But to understand why P…

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The Dark History of the First Thanksgiving: Cannibals, Colonists, and Rat Pee 34:12

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Forget the Hallmark version — the first Thanksgiving wasn’t cute, cozy, or even particularly grateful. In this episode, we break down the real story behind the 1621 feast: the Pilgrims who knew nothing and learned even less, the Jamestown colonists who literally ate each other, and the kidnapped survivor — Squanto, who held an entire colony togethe…

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Napoleon & Joséphine: Power, Passion, and the Ego That Ate Europe 36:46

2M ago36:46

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In this week's episode, we dive into how a Corsican outsider rose to dominate not just France after the French Revolution, but an entire continent—all while dealing with a hellish mother, scheming brother, and cheating, black-toothed woman he could never let go of. This episode unpacks Napoleon Bonparte's volatile reign, his toxic dynamic with the …

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Make France Great Again: Napoleon's MAGA Daddy Energy 30:59

2M ago30:59

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In Part 2 of our French Revolution trilogy, Robespierre’s flower-crown cult implodes and a petty, brilliant general named Napoleon steps in with pure Trump energy—loud, polarizing, unstoppable. It’s chaos, charisma, and control issues baked into one croissant-flaky empire. This episode of Crowned & Cancelled dives into the psychology of power, prop…

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The Guillotine Diaries: Marie Antoinette Loses Her Head, France Loses Its Mind 45:37

2M ago45:37

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In part one of Crowned & Cancelled's new 3-part series on the French Revolution, I'll explore's Marie Antoinette’s (fake!) cake comment, Robespierre’s flower crown, and how a country’s cry for fresh croissants turned into a full-blown national breakdown. Expect guillotines, gossip, and the psychology behind revolutions that eat their own! Next week…

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Oxford’s Frat from Hell: The Bullingdon Club 23:18

2M ago23:18

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Ever wonder why guys neg hot women? Because when there's nothing left to build, you destroy. In this episode of the Crowned & Cancelled history podcast, I dive into Oxford University's Bullingdon Club for some true dark academia—tales of aristocrats and heirs who used their privilege to move fast and break things. A lot of things. Want more tales f…

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The Origins of Rome: Blood, Whores and Hills 23:00

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Before Rome was an empire, it had a mother — then it erased her. The story of Romulus and Remus isn’t about brotherhood or destiny; it’s about branding, survival, and how the woman who gave Rome life was turned into a monster. In this new history podcast from Shallon Lester, she unpacks how image is power — and why losing control of your narrative …

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Versailles: The Original Hype House...of Horrible Hygiene 23:54

2M ago23:54

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Before influencer mansions or Instagram clout, there was Louis XIV’s palace, Versailles — the world’s first Hype House. And spoiler: it reeked. In this episode, Shallon Lester unpacks how The Sun King used glamour, gossip, and pure spectacle to keep France’s elite under his control — all while forgetting one tiny detail: plumbing! Versailles was a …

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Introducing Crowned & Cancelled: A New History Podcast from Shallon Lester 2:43

2M ago2:43

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Crowned & Cancelled — formerly Girl on Top — is for anyone who hated history class but lives for drama. Each week, host Shallon Lester brings her signature sass and unapologetic advice to Marie Antoinette’s downfall, Oxford’s dark halls, the scandals of ancient Rome and so much more. It’s tabloid gossip meets dark academia — where every story is tr…

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From farm to (serving) table, Good Sweet Girls Sip Cherry Brandy and daddy's gotta hustle with Dave "the Animal" Campbell 1:09

1+ y ago1:09

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Sit in on my convo with a reeeaall Smooth Sailor. We're gonna Cover it All.By ammiknight

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I'm Back!! with Rachel Geren..respect thy whiskey! 1:06

1+ y ago1:06

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Gosh I missed You.By ammiknight

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Keep your wife away from Kid Rock, all you ever wanted to know about sternum rubs and a one-legged man in an ass kicking contest with Rodney Lee 50:43

2y ago50:43

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Rodney has some stories about the infamous upstairs bathrooms at Barleys. Maybe you have your own, winkwink. If you have any story about working the tip industry, tell me! Follow this link to my speakpipe... I might just share it with the world! https://www.speakpipe.com/account/settings/widget#By ammiknight

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Banana hammock wearin’ exhibitionists, one Republican regular and you can’t take it with you with Knox alumni, Antionette Trent 31:01

2y ago31:01

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Got a crazy, funny or wild ass story about the tipping industry you wanna share with the world? Leave me a message and I just might be able to help with that. Click the link below and start your tale! https://www.speakpipe.com/account/settings/widget Please rate and subscribe! Produced and edited by Ammi Knight for Lone Wolf Productions Music by Br…

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The frolicking rats of DC, inciting a mob of frat boys and all that jazz with Jon Steele 1:13:06

2y ago1:13:06

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Lean in, my pal Jon Steele is singing for his supper. To leave a voicemail and tell your own tale, follow this link to my speakpipe... I might just share it with the world! https://www.speakpipe.com/account/settings/widget#By ammiknight

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Being on a pirate ship with a motley crew of BBQ slingers, wedding advice and catering is King with Doug (Shock!) Schoch 52:00

2y ago52:00

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What a nice guy. I've loved him since I first met him and you have, too, if you know him. If you don't, you'll want to. His energy comes through the radio waves. But, don't call him a professional ;)By ammiknight

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13 tables on 3 different floors, one disembowelment and a late night phone call with Andrew Gilch 33:00

2y ago33:00

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I call my buddy Drew back and he tells me some Pittsburg stories. He coulda DIED! Listen in! Like, subscribe and leave a nice review. A Pegasus gets it's wings every time you do.By ammiknight

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Ghost Stories Vol.2 It Gets Spookier, Y’all 29:42

2y ago29:42

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Listen to the last two tales of Knoxville hauntings from my girls, Jme and Reida! Happy Halloweenie!By Ammi Knight

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Ghost Stories Vol.1 Knoxville is haunted, y’all! 44:00

2y ago44:00

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Listen to me call my friends and have them tell me their paranormal experiences working in some creepy Knoxville joints. It's a Halloween treat from me to you! To leave a voicemail and tell your own tale, follow this link to my speakpipe... I might just share it with the world! https://www.speakpipe.com/account/settings/widget#…

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Save room at the kid’s table for Danny, baseball’s worst tipper and a CA conqueror comes home with Molly King 43:36

2+ y ago43:36

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Meet my friend Molly and get some inside Hollywood tales from when she worked events in California!By ammiknight

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WTF, Ruby Tuesday?!, Johnson City boys and the most diabolical walkout ever with David Cain Bowers 1:06:22

2+ y ago1:06:22

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Hey! Here's David's Insta link, check out how talented he is! https://www.instagram.com/davidcainart/ And if You have a tale to tell, hit this link and tell it to me. Maybe I'll share it with the world. https://www.speakpipe.com/account/settings/widget# Thanks for listening in!By ammiknight

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Cornstarch crotch gravy, the Knights of Sunset and he talks sports at me with Tony Jovee 1:14:10

2+ y ago1:14:10

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To leave a voicemail and tell your own tale, follow this link to my speakpipe... I might just share it with the world! https://www.speakpipe.com/account/settings/widget#By ammiknight

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Just a Lil’ Ep. 5 Teaser 4:11

2+ y ago4:11

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I couldn't go 2 weeks without getting in your earhole. So, here's a soundbite to chew on from next week's episode...By ammiknight

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Leprosy, perverted daddies and living crazy adjacent with Lily Winburn 41:50

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To leave a voicemail and tell your own tale, follow this link to my speakpipe... I might just share it with the world! https://www.speakpipe.com/account/settings/widget#By ammiknight

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Bags of diarrhea, well placed piercings and there is always a Jorge with Heather Jenkins and Eric New. 43:10

2+ y ago43:10

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We go deep into Knoxville in the 90's with a couple of chefs. To leave a voicemail and tell your own tale, follow this link to my speakpipe... I might just share it with the world! https://www.speakpipe.com/account/settings/widget#By ammiknight

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Union support, gravel salad and carding your mom with Dave Gorman. 46:22

2+ y ago46:22

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A surprisingly intellectual conversation about unionizing the service industry.By ammiknight

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Butt perfume, bouncy castle slides and waitress in the sky with Bernadette West 35:56

2+ y ago35:56

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Welcome to the first episode! Spend some time getting to know the mother of Market Square. To leave a voicemail and tell your own tale, follow this link to my speakpipe... I might just share it with the world! https://www.speakpipe.com/account/settings/widget#By ammiknight

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Evil Week Preview: Why Kindness Is For Losers 41:52

3+ y ago41:52

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Work hard? Stay humble? How about…no. I’ll get you pumped for Evil Week with a sinister pep talk AGAINST kindness and hard work why you should flip to the dark side. Join me for the rest of Evil Week starting Oct 25, link below! 🖤EVIL WEEK TICKETS 🖤 https://moment.co/shallonlester 💜 JOIN THE SHALLONTOURAGE 💜 https://hdly.me/shallon 💜 GET HIM BACK 💜…

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How To Stand Up For Yourself 35:42

3+ y ago35:42

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If you’ve done some changing, growing, or even just WANT to, you may encounter pushback from people who need you to stay predictable and small. I’ll tell you how to stand firm in your beliefs and be true to yourself without destroying all your relationships! 💜 JOIN THE SHALLONTOURAGE 💜 https://hdly.me/shallon 💜 SAVE A DOG! 💜 https://gofund.me/9e5a5…

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How To Weed Out Fake Friends 39:49

3+ y ago39:49

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This week's episode dives deeper into a recent YouTube video about friends who tell you want you want to hear…even when it’s not in your best interest. I’ll help you smoke out who’s doing this for the wrong reasons, and give some tips on how to trust yourself over anyone! 💜 JOIN THE SHALLONTOURAGE 💜 https://hdly.me/shallon 💜 SAVE A DOG! 💜 https://g…

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When You Know Better But You Can’t DO Better 28:36

3+ y ago28:36

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There’s nothing worse than perfectly understanding why a guy is bad for you… But missing him anyway. I’ll tell you why it’s ok that you can’t snap your fingers and be over it, and give you a psychological trick to ACTUALLY get over it! 💜 JOIN THE SHALLONTOURAGE 💜 https://hdly.me/shallon 💜 SAVE A DOG! 💜 https://gofund.me/9e5a565b 💜 ASK ME A QUESTION…

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Summer Reinvention: How To Start Fresh 36:22

3+ y ago36:22

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It’s the perfect time to clean out our emotional closets and rebrand…but how? I’ll tell you how to leave things behind and cut out situations and people who are no longer serving you. 💜 GET DAILY TEXTS 💜 https://hdly.me/shallon 💜 COME TO ITALY 💜 https://bit.ly/3ymoHOK 💜 WATCH MY HOOKUP TUTORIALS 💜 https://www.momenthouse.com/shallonlester 💜 ASK ME …

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Summer Reinvention: How To Stop Trying To Save Everyone 35:07

3+ y ago35:07

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This week we're going to get inspiration from an unlikely place: Top Gun: Maverick. Yes, the movie. I'll tell you how one character sparked an ah-ha moment about what to do when a guy needs saving! 💜 GET DAILY TEXTS 💜 https://hdly.me/shallon 💜 COME TO ITALY 💜 https://bit.ly/3ymoHOK 💜 WATCH MY HOOKUP TUTORIALS 💜 https://www.momenthouse.com/shallonle…

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Summer Reinvention: How To Stop Oversharing 23:54

3+ y ago23:54

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Do you find yourself blabbing way too much and kicking yourself after? Well I sure do. I’ll break down why we overshare, what need it’s kicking up inside, and 3 easy steps to holding your boundaries and honoring yourself! 💜GET DAILY TEXTS 💜 https://hdly.me/shallon 💜COME TO ITALY 💜 https://bit.ly/3ymoHOK 💜WATCH MY HOOKUP TUTORIALS 💜 https://www.mome…

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Embracing Ruthlessness: How To Get Comfy With Confrontation 31:48

3+ y ago31:48

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Setting boundaries and ditching toxic people feels AMAZING right?! No. Not so much. I’ll give you tips to navigate the anxiety, shame and sadness of standing up for yourself, confronting a toxic person, or cutting someone off! 💜COME TO ITALY 💜https://bit.ly/3ymoHOK 💜SAVE A RAINFOREST ANIMAL! 💜 https://bit.ly/3xowECl 💜ASK ME A QUESTION 💜 https://sha…

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In Defense Of Ghosting: The Real Reason Guys & Friends Ghost 43:30

3+ y ago43:30

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Confession: I ghost friends. If you’re being blanked by a bestie (or a guy), I’ll give a counter point to what may be going through their head and how to prevent it from happening! 💜SAVE A RAINFOREST ANIMAL! 💜 https://bit.ly/3xowECl 💜ASK ME A QUESTION 💜 https://shallonlester.com 💜FOLLOW 💜 Insta/Twitter/TikTok @ShallonXO 💜ENJOYING IT?💜 please rate a…

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Grad Week (Sorta): When You Can’t Be Happy For Your Friends 31:11

3+ y ago31:11

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This week I’ll tell you how I learned to stop seething over my friends love or accomplishments and how to feel confident in my own lane and life! 💜SAVE A RAINFOREST ANIMAL! 💜 https://bit.ly/3xowECl 💜ASK ME A QUESTION 💜 https://shallonlester.com 💜FOLLOW 💜 Insta/Twitter/TikTok @ShallonXO 💜ENJOYING IT?💜 please rate and review this podcast! Learn more …

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Grad Week: Why It’s Ok To NOT Be Ok 39:15

3+ y ago39:15

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Stressed because you don’t have it all figured out yet? Trying to manifest your dreams but nothings really happening? I’ll break down the right way to attract your perfect life, And give you a pep talk if you don’t even know where to begin! 💜SAVE A RAINFOREST ANIMAL! 💜 https://bit.ly/3xowECl 💜ASK ME A QUESTION 💜 https://shallonlester.com 💜FOLLOW 💜 …

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Grad Week: How To Deal With Life After College 33:51

3+ y ago33:51

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Graduating from college is terrifying and exhausting, but i’ll give you some tips on adjusting to corporate life, dealing with male-dominated industries, and post grad burn out. And head over to my YouTube channel for videos on how to find your passion and trust your dreams! 💜JOIN ME IN PARIS 💜 https://bit.ly/3MJFtvD 💜ASK ME A QUESTION 💜 https://sh…

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How To Make Feedback Suck A Little Less 34:05

3+ y ago34:05

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If you’re a recent graduate—or just a person existing in the world—chances are people give you lots of “feedback” whether you ask for it or not. I’ll tell you how to process it with more neutrality and less defensiveness! 💜JOIN ME IN PARIS 💜 https://bit.ly/3MJFtvD 💜ASK ME A QUESTION 💜 https://shallonlester.com 💜FOLLOW 💜 Insta/Twitter/TikTok @Shallo…

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How Long Should You Wait To Have Sex With A Guy? 43:38

3+ y ago43:38

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Is a relationship doomed if you sleep together on the first date? What’s the ideal timeline to shagging for the first time? I’ll explain a man’s mentality on a girl who puts out and how to up your chances of keeping him interested! 💜JOIN ME IN PARIS 💜 https://bit.ly/3PzsyOY 💜ASK ME A QUESTION 💜 https://shallonlester.com 💜FOLLOW 💜 Insta/Twitter/TikT…

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Booty Call To Boyfriend: How To Change The Dynamic 28:18

3+ y ago28:18

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This week we hear from a Shalligator hoping to flip the script on a longtime hookup buddy. I’ll tell you EXACTLY what to say to change how he sees you and the trajectory of your situation! 💜JOIN ME IN ITALY!💜 https://bit.ly/35xkmN1 💜ASK ME A QUESTION💜 https://shallonlester.com 💜FOLLOW💜 Insta/Twitter/TikTok @ShallonXO 💜ENJOYING IT?💜 please rate and …

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One And Done: How To Get Comfortable Being Alone 45:37

3+ y ago45:37

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After a week traveling solo around Paris, I’ll share with you my tips on slaying the dragon of loneliness and an easy plan to conquer your fear brain and live your best life—no +1 required! 💜JOIN ME IN ITALY!💜 https://bit.ly/35xkmN1 💜ASK ME A QUESTION💜 https://shallonlester.com 💜FOLLOW💜 Insta/Twitter/TikTok @ShallonXO 💜ENJOYING IT?💜 please rate and…

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Friendship Breakups Part 2: When A Toxic Friend Won’t Go Away 26:02

4y ago26:02

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Cutting off a friend isn’t easy…but what if they refuse to get the hint? What if they turn toxic and try to ruin your other friendships? I’ll give you the script on how to deal with an ex-bestie who just won’t get gone! 💜JOIN ME IN MEXICO💜 https://bit.ly/3JemCrb 💜STILL WANNA COME TO ITALY?💜 https://bit.ly/35xkmN1 💜ASK ME A QUESTION💜 https://shallon…

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Friendship Breakups & Makeups: How To Reconnect…And When Not To 43:54

4y ago43:54

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Looking to get back in touch with a bestie? Well, maybe there’s a reason you unplugged in the first place. Using tips from our book club selection, “Essentialism,” I hope you decide which friendships are worth salvaging and tell you exactly how to do it! 💜JOIN ME IN MEXICO💜 https://bit.ly/3JemCrb 💜STILL WANNA COME TO ITALY?💜 https://bit.ly/35xkmN1 …

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Hot Pursuit: How To Get A Guy To Chase You Again 27:26

4y ago27:26

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Did your boyfriend’s efforts drop off once he “got” you? I’ll tell you how to re-ignite his need to hunt you down WITHOUT having to grovel, beg or play games. Just kidding, you’ll play a lot of games—but you’ll win, honey. 💜JOIN ME IN MEXICO💜 https://bit.ly/3JemCrb 💜ASK ME A QUESTION💜 https://shallonlester.com 💜FOLLOW💜 Insta/Twitter/TikTok @Shallon…

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The Cons (And More Cons) of Workplace Romances 28:39

4y ago28:39

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Love being poor? And overworked and overlooked? Amazing! Then definitely start or continue that on-the-job flirtation! I’m breaking down office flings and why The Office’s Pam and Jim are anything but #CoupleGoals! 💜JOIN ME IN MEXICO💜 https://bit.ly/3JemCrb 💜SAVE A HOMELESS DOG💜 https://bit.ly/33fuA3u 💜ASK ME A QUESTION💜 https://shallonlester.com 💜…

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College Daze: The ONE Word I’d Tell My Younger Self 41:05

4y ago41:05

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A question from a sorority-saturated Shalligator and my own trip to my college town reminded me that I wasn’t always a warm blooded alpha female—quite the opposite. This episode, I’ll give advice to my younger self, and tell you the ONE WORD I wish I’d had as my mantra! 💜JOIN ME IN MEXICO💜 https://bit.ly/3JemCrb 💜SAVE A HOMELESS DOG💜 https://bit.ly…

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The Friendship Closet Clean-Out: Making New Friends Post-Covid 32:31

4y ago32:31

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As the world gets back to pre-pandemic normal, I’ll tell you how to over ride fear, take bold new chances and friend smarter, not harder! 💜ASK SHALLON A QUESTION 💜 https://shallonlester.com 💜FOLLOW💜 Insta/Twitter/TikTok @ShallonXO 💜ENJOYING IT?💜 please rate and review this podcast! 💜BINGE💜 4 new videos a week https://www.youtube.com/user/shallonles…

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Frenemy Fixation: Unpacking A Female Hurtlocker 35:18

4y ago35:18

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We know Hurt Lockers as those guys we just cannot get over…but what if your obsession is a friend? If you’re gnawing on a frenemy who treated you poorly, I’ll tell you why borrowing a drop of their dark magic is the key to moving on! 💜SAVE A HOMELESS DOG 💜 https://bit.ly/33fuA3u 💜ASK ME A QUESTION 💜 https://shallonlester.com 💜FOLLOW 💜 Insta/Twitter…