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Girl, we have to talk

Girl, we have to talk

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Girl, we have to talk is a podcast is a lifestyle and career podcast! Every other week Jamie and Iris will be discussing lifestyle and pop culture in a relatable and (mostly) positive way. When Jamie & Iris aren’t discussing the latest, Iris will be discussing career related topics with guests that are experts in their field. Cover art photo provided by Chris Murray on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@seemurray
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Azors, friendship grief and honeymoons

Girl, we have to talkApr 23, 2023

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Azors, friendship grief and honeymoons

Azors, friendship grief and honeymoons

Have you heard of the Azors? Jamie & Iris discuss late honeymoons and more on this episode.
Apr 23, 202334:01
Summer House, Vanderpump & potentially abusive boyfriends

Summer House, Vanderpump & potentially abusive boyfriends

Iris & Jamie discuss two shows Jamie never watches and answer a question about a controlling boyfriend
Mar 12, 202352:49
Coming from a place of love…

Coming from a place of love…

Iris & Jamie have a question episode. We discuss loving someone who might not be right for you.
Mar 05, 202322:44
The baby debate

The baby debate

Iris & Jamie discuss an article and it brings up questions of motherhood, family and accountability.
Feb 26, 202355:06
Brick Walls…folks we will never talk to again

Brick Walls…folks we will never talk to again

Jamie and Iris follow up on the brick wall discussion! Join us as we rehash the friendships we will never repeat.
Feb 19, 202357:50
Trauma Bonds, Brick walls and Friendships

Trauma Bonds, Brick walls and Friendships

Iris & Jamie give their thoughts on a friendship question.
Feb 12, 202337:29
Let’s focus on the sex talk….

Let’s focus on the sex talk….

Iris gets to chat with Bree about her life, new job, new man and threesomes galore.
Feb 05, 202337:34
Walking away from the love of my life.

Walking away from the love of my life.

Iris & Jamie discuss a relationship article. Per usual Iris is annoyed and Jamie is sympathetic. Let’s see where this goes. Link to article: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2022/dec/30/ex-everything-complete-me-broke-up
Jan 29, 202321:04
Taking friendship applications….

Taking friendship applications….

Iris & Jamie catch up and discuss a Reddit question.
Jan 22, 202339:31
There was conflict…We had Conflict

There was conflict…We had Conflict

Iris & Jamie get real about why they stopped recording last year and how they are back now.
Jan 15, 202351:39
Welcome back & other things

Welcome back & other things

Welcome back! We have to catch up as so much has happened over the last year. Sorry we have been absent but we hope you missed us!
Jan 09, 202335:00
AJLT, West Elm Caleb & New relationships

AJLT, West Elm Caleb & New relationships

We discuss it all!
Feb 13, 202256:07
But he’s family!

But he’s family!

Jamie & Iris dive straight into a question about doing the rest get thing vs protecting your family.
Jan 30, 202219:44
We’re back!

We’re back!

We are back and ready to self care our butts into 2022! We chat about what’s been going on during our fall break. What self care means to us. New love. Old friends. And most importantly what we are watching!
Jan 16, 202255:42
Replay:Is it time for a divorce?

Replay:Is it time for a divorce?

While we are taking a break…catch up on some past episodes!
Oct 31, 202132:55
Replay: Does this make me look fat?

Replay: Does this make me look fat?

While we are taking a break…catch up on some past episodes!
Oct 24, 202124:40
Replay: Home wreckers & Bank Robbers

Replay: Home wreckers & Bank Robbers

While we are taking a break…catch up on some past episodes!
Oct 17, 202158:46
Replay: Lasagna That age old question....

Replay: Lasagna That age old question....

While we are taking a break…catch up on some past episodes!
Oct 10, 202148:39
Replay: I love wellness! Friendships, Friend Poaching & Ghosting...OH MY!

Replay: I love wellness! Friendships, Friend Poaching & Ghosting...OH MY!

While we are taking a break…catch up on some past episodes!
Oct 03, 202143:01
Replay: The Gray Area

Replay: The Gray Area

While we are taking a break…catch up on some past episodes!
Sep 26, 202101:16:48
Replay: The Friendship Ghost

Replay: The Friendship Ghost

While we are taking a break…catch up on some past episodes!
Sep 19, 202128:27
Fertility Secrets or Shame?

Fertility Secrets or Shame?

It’s the end of season 3! What better way to end things then to answer a question from Reddit. This one is fertility secrets.
Sep 12, 202127:01
Keep your money to yourself

Keep your money to yourself

Iris and Jamie answer a question about paying bills, control and step parenthood
Sep 05, 202126:07
Ending toxic friendships

Ending toxic friendships

Jamie & Iris have a toxic friendship question. How to cut someone out who is taking over your happiness
Aug 29, 202152:11
Relationship Drama…who is to blame?

Relationship Drama…who is to blame?

Question Episode! Jamie and Iris chat about a question regarding missed youth and relationship frustration.
Aug 15, 202136:57
Family lies and family ties

Family lies and family ties

Jamie & Iris discuss a question regarding family history and lies
Aug 08, 202119:52
Old enough to be dangerous

Old enough to be dangerous

Jamie & Iris discuss getting older and potentially being close to middle age.
Aug 01, 202129:06
I went through your texts…

I went through your texts…

Iris & Jamie discuss a daughter discovering her mother’s true feeling in a potentially drunken text
Jul 25, 202125:38
Career Vibes

Career Vibes

Jamie & Iris meet with Lauren and discuss work, travel and friendship
Jul 18, 202147:15
Is it an ultimatum or a boundary?

Is it an ultimatum or a boundary?

Jamie & Iris are back with…better reception. Responding to a question from the Atlantic.
Jul 11, 202141:41
What kind of friend are you?

What kind of friend are you?

Iris & Jamie discuss fly bye friendships, R&B and more
Jul 04, 202101:08:23
Blast from the past friendships

Blast from the past friendships

Iris & Jamie answer a question from a women who distanced herself during the pandemic and is considering rekindling a friendship.
Jun 27, 202137:53
You can’t be an assh@le and stay at my place

You can’t be an assh@le and stay at my place

Iris & Jamie answer a question about kicking your friend to the curb…literally
Jun 13, 202131:53
What’s new in love?

What’s new in love?

Iris & Janie discuss what’s new in love, Mare of Eastown and psychopaths.
Jun 06, 202154:53
Mommy shaming isn’t welcome! Even if you are my best friend

Mommy shaming isn’t welcome! Even if you are my best friend

A quick one! Overbearing mom friend gets the tell off...and an apology
May 30, 202116:26
Politics, Migraines & Celeb news

Politics, Migraines & Celeb news

Iris & Jamie have the most random conversation....but it ends with Bennifer...and Jay Cutler.
May 23, 202157:48
Not ready for marriage...but what if he is?

Not ready for marriage...but what if he is?

Iris & Jamie disagree over the topic of unprovoked proposals.
May 16, 202140:25
Rachel Hollis, Khloe Kardashian.....& Scott Peterson?

Rachel Hollis, Khloe Kardashian.....& Scott Peterson?

Trials by media & influencer culture. Are they one in the same?
May 09, 202145:33
I don’t want to be your baby mama...and other $hit!

I don’t want to be your baby mama...and other $hit!

Jamie & Iris discuss a question from an expectant mother and dive into the nuances of relationships.
May 02, 202136:26
Let’s talk about murder

Let’s talk about murder

Iris & Jamie talk about some recent murder documentaries, what they are watching now and Meghan & Harry
Apr 25, 202158:24
A difference of perspective

A difference of perspective

Jamie & Iris answer a question about removing a tattoo for a lover. Would you or wouldn’t you?
Apr 18, 202139:12
Human Design and other bullsh*t

Human Design and other bullsh*t

Iris & Jamie discuss Human Design, Mad Hatter tea parties and Hamilton
Apr 11, 202101:02:05
Don’t talk about my kids!

Don’t talk about my kids!

Iris & Jamie have a AITA question about parenting and gender roles
Apr 04, 202123:31
Single in your 30s

Single in your 30s

Jamie and Iris are joined by Erin to discuss dating and being single in your 30s.
Mar 28, 202101:20:15
Trust us...you don’t want to cheat

Trust us...you don’t want to cheat

Iris & Jamie discuss a question from a partner that’s curious about what love might look like outside of their marriage.
Mar 21, 202118:12
It’s Britney Bit$h!

It’s Britney Bit$h!

Iris & Jamie chat schools back in session, Britney Spears and transitional friendships
Mar 14, 202101:01:51
Touch yourself (but only if you want to)

Touch yourself (but only if you want to)

Iris & Jamie tackle a question about self pleasure
Mar 07, 202138:34
Covid Brain

Covid Brain

Iris & Jamie are getting back into the swing of things. They discuss transitions at work, vaccinations and vacations.
Feb 28, 202101:09:33
Infertility shouldn’t be a deal breaker

Infertility shouldn’t be a deal breaker

Iris & Jamie answer a question regarding infertility.
Feb 21, 202130:13
Big Friendships

Big Friendships

Iris & Jamie discuss the book, Big Friendships and how it has helped them grow.
Feb 14, 202152:45
Let’s talk about weight loss

Let’s talk about weight loss

Iris is joined by her nearest and dearest friend Anajah! They talk musical theater, New Years resolutions and weight loss surgery
Jan 31, 202143:54
Your boyfriend....is racist

Your boyfriend....is racist

Iris is joined by Pam & Megan to discuss a question from an 18 year old women with a problematic partner.
Jan 24, 202154:05
Toxic Parenting

Toxic Parenting

Iris is joined by her friend Jenn and they discuss therapy, self image, toxic parenting and moving to the burbs!
Jan 17, 202146:57
Happy New Year! Let’s welcome back our friend Nena!

Happy New Year! Let’s welcome back our friend Nena!

Jamie has a busy January so Iris is riding solo...WITH GUESTS! This week Nena is back and we are talking New Years resolutions, work place habits and crappy bosses.
Jan 03, 202156:50
An interview with my Ex Best Friend

An interview with my Ex Best Friend

This podcast started because of a friendship break up...here’s the other side of the story
Nov 22, 202046:44
The end...last episode!

The end...last episode!

Iris & Jamie end season 2! Also answering a question about being the other women.
Oct 25, 202011:59
Middle School, Making Plans and Liars...

Middle School, Making Plans and Liars...

Turns out we are both bad friends...and maybe great friends? Iris & Jamie dive back into the conversation about bad friends? Need to check out the list for yourself? Here’s the link: https://www.yahoo.com/huffpost/signs-youre-bad-friend-175711486.html
Oct 18, 202056:07
Dumped by my best friend

Dumped by my best friend

This week Jamie & Iris discuss losing a friend to a significant other.
Oct 11, 202027:49
You’re such a bad friend...

You’re such a bad friend...

Jamie & Iris discuss the end of the Kardashians, a brief dive into the enneagram and how they have each been a bad friend...Iris is maybe ok with it.
Oct 04, 202050:31
Girl I have a question...about dating a younger woman

Girl I have a question...about dating a younger woman

Jamie & Iris weigh in on a gentleman feeling judgement from his family and friends about his dating a 19 year old women...he’s 46
Sep 27, 202016:33
Friendship Breaks ups...still not over it

Friendship Breaks ups...still not over it

Jamie is out today so Iris is joined by a bumble BFF, Laurel! Laurel and Iris discuss friendship, what brought them to bumble BFF and their worst friendship break ups!
Sep 20, 202001:13:09
Hey girl...I have a question about my husband’s trash culture

Hey girl...I have a question about my husband’s trash culture

Jamie and Iris discuss culture and can it be trash...a women writes in and is struggling with how to incorporate her husband’s culture into their growing family. Is she the asshole here?
Sep 13, 202027:21
Serial Killers & Toxic Friendships

Serial Killers & Toxic Friendships

This week we discuss food, serial killers and friendships...all the things basically. Special shout out to I’ll be gone in the dark which haunted our dreams for 6 week.
Sep 06, 202001:00:25
Girl I have a question about my daughter’s problematic boyfriend...

Girl I have a question about my daughter’s problematic boyfriend...

Jamie & Iris read a question from a mom struggling to trust her adult daughter’s boyfriend (potential drug abuse and lies)
Aug 30, 202020:43
Let’s talk about Entanglements

Let’s talk about Entanglements

The title gives it away! This episode we discuss the Will & Jada drama and all types of other entanglements.
Aug 23, 202001:07:41
Girl I have a question about my Ex’s new girl...

Girl I have a question about my Ex’s new girl...

This week Iris & Jamie have a question to answer from someone who has become friends with her ex’s new girl via Instagram...the shit storm/mind fuck proceeds
Aug 16, 202018:46
All the beauty that remains...let’s talk about loss

All the beauty that remains...let’s talk about loss

Iris & Jamie chat about COVID, Florida, the state of things and how to deal with loss when it seems like you are losing everything!
Aug 09, 202050:58
Girl, I have a question about friendship...

Girl, I have a question about friendship...

Jamie & Iris talk about friendships, breaking up and moving on.
Aug 02, 202030:09
Where is my tribe! Friendship Searching...

Where is my tribe! Friendship Searching...

Jamie & Iris discuss the need for a tribe. They talk about friendship dating, bumble BFF and Unmatching when the friendships vibes aren’t there. Also answering a question from a 25 yr old tribe seeker!
Jul 26, 202001:01:09
Girl, I have a question about my ex...

Girl, I have a question about my ex...

Jamie & Iris answer a listener question about getting back with an ex.
Jul 19, 202021:51
Hmm...stalking much?

Hmm...stalking much?

Oh heck yeah! We have another guest. Who are we even? This time we chat with our mutual friend Heidi about Stalking, the Me too movement and other romantic entanglements! Oh! And that age old question...should I call HR?
Jul 12, 202001:15:04
Girl, I have a question....

Girl, I have a question....

This week Jamie & Iris discuss friendship...how to keep your friends out of your business! When is your advice helpful and when are you just being a total bitch? We’ve got the answer...tune in for the BONUS content.
Jul 05, 202021:16
Tell me about your girlfriends (Love & Polyamory)

Tell me about your girlfriends (Love & Polyamory)

Iris & Jamie have a guest!! This week they chat with Bree. Bree is a 20 something women who happens to be polyamorous! We’re curious...tell us more 👏🏽 👏🏽 . Join us as we dive into polyamory, conflict and tiger king (again!)
Jun 28, 202001:01:25
Girl, I have a question....

Girl, I have a question....

Bonus content! This week Iris & Jamie are back with a juicy relationship question. Are you controlling or is he a flake? Help us decide...
Jun 21, 202021:56
Race & America

Race & America

Jamie & Iris discuss their mutual experiences with race in America. They also answer a question from a teen struggling to be an ally and survive.
Jun 14, 202059:16
It’s Spring Break Bi*ch

It’s Spring Break Bi*ch

Jamie & Iris discuss current events, how you can help in the upcoming election (https://www.indivisiblechicago.com/postcard-posse) and losing friends due to COVID-19
May 24, 202043:32
We were on a break!

We were on a break!

Jamie and Iris continue to discuss the quarantine/shelter in place/lockdown. As well as silver linings, best tv shows to watch and answering a few questions
May 10, 202057:49
Still Fu*cking quarantined!

Still Fu*cking quarantined!

Jamie & Iris discuss how necessary the shelter in place is but the difficulties it presents. They discuss silver linings, the kardashians and Tiger King.
Apr 26, 202052:15
Back to our roots!

Back to our roots!

Join Iris & Jamie dish about the election, coronavirus, hating nazi’s and deep dive in two non romantic relationship questions. One question discusses an abusive relationship and the other a non romantic marriage.
Apr 12, 202047:47
Loneliness in a time of COVID-19

Loneliness in a time of COVID-19

Jamie & Iris discuss the COVID-19 virus and overcoming loneliness.
Mar 29, 202042:54
Nick Carter Vs. Nick Lachey

Nick Carter Vs. Nick Lachey

Iris & Jamie discuss the pop world Nick’s, Self Perception and people to cut out of your life.
Mar 15, 202043:07
Friendship Dates, Bumble BFF & Good Energy

Friendship Dates, Bumble BFF & Good Energy

Jamie & Iris discuss Kobe Bryant, making friends and whether it’s ok to ask someone out on a friendship date...the answer is always yes!
Mar 01, 202046:16
New Year...same sh*t with Iris & Jamie

New Year...same sh*t with Iris & Jamie

New Years resolutions vs New Year Goals. What’s the difference and being realistic are discussed in this short first episode.
Jan 05, 202037:58
Dear Tristan Thompson...

Dear Tristan Thompson...

Jamie & Iris discuss the holiday’s...what Christmas means to Iris and wtf is wrong with Tristan Thompson! Please note Iris refers to Tristan as Tristan Thompson as Tristan Thomas...sorry not sorry 🤷‍♀️
Dec 22, 201924:21
Girl, where have you been?

Girl, where have you been?

Girl, where have you been? No recording since June 😳! Find out what I’ve been up to and what’s next.
Dec 08, 201908:59
Who am I?

Who am I?

Bonus! Flying solo and discussing Shadow Bodies and the subconscious.
Jun 15, 201924:39
5% Bullshit

5% Bullshit

Join Me & Jennifer as we discuss the exact amount of bullshit one should accept in life (hint it’s not much). Don’t forget to LIKE/SUBSCRIBE/REVIEW
May 29, 201901:02:28
Do you believe in magic?

Do you believe in magic?

Join me and one my very best friends as we discuss last weeks episode, Donald Trump, Allies and Black Girl Magic! Also answering some questions from Reddit.
May 12, 201943:44
Trailer

Trailer

I’m Iris and this podcast is about friendship and celebrating being a women! Join me biweekly as we kick butt and take names...bring wine!
Apr 24, 201903:40