Actor and comedian Paul Scheer talks with Anna about career choices, unexpected casting, surviving on Subway sandwiches, good movies versus favorite movies, and more. They also give some Unqualified advice to Mya and Charlie about navigating relationships and ending communication, as well as discussing their favorite movie scenes and romantic comedies.
Building trust and breaking down walls to foster healthier relationships.
Healing from past wounds and working on personal growth to develop meaningful connections.
Embracing personal desires, boundaries, and independence in relationships.
Deep dives
Navigating complicated relationships
Charlie shares her experiences with being in complicated relationships, including friends with benefits situations. She discusses her difficulty in trusting others due to past experiences, including her parents' divorce and losing close relationships. Charlie realizes that she may attract unavailable guys and wants to break down the walls she has built and be more open to serious relationships. The conversation also touches on the importance of communication and being honest with oneself and others about one's intentions and desires.
Dealing with past trauma and building trust
Charlie opens up about the impact of her past trauma, particularly the emotional turmoil caused by her parents' divorce and feeling abandoned by those closest to her. This has led to difficulties in trusting others and building meaningful connections. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-reflection, self-care, and working on personal growth to heal from past wounds and develop a healthier approach to relationships.
Finding autonomy and defining what you want
The discussion highlights the importance of finding one's voice, being true to oneself, and understanding personal desires and boundaries. It encourages Charlie to explore her own wants and needs without feeling pressured to conform to societal expectations. The conversation also encourages her to embrace her independence and use this time to focus on personal development and self-discovery, without being constrained by the need for a serious romantic relationship at her age.
Navigating an Open Relationship While Pursuing Personal Goals
In this podcast episode, a listener named Maya seeks advice on a complicated situation. Maya wants to pursue her master's degree and a license for landscape architecture, which would require her to temporarily leave her serious relationship. Her boyfriend agrees with her decision, but he wants to have an open relationship while she's gone. Maya is unsure about this arrangement and seeks guidance on how to navigate it. The hosts discuss the importance of honesty, open communication, and regularly reassessing the relationship to ensure both partners' needs are being met. They suggest taking things three to six months at a time and finding ways to address fears and insecurities in order to make the relationship work.
Attracting Partners in Relationships and the Art of Enjoying Rom-Coms
In this podcast episode, the hosts touch upon various topics. One listener writes in about a recurring pattern of attracting men who are already in relationships. The hosts advise her to focus on open and honest communication as well as reevaluating her approach to relationships to find what makes her feel fulfilled. They also discuss the enjoyment of romantic comedies and how critics often unfairly review and judge the genre. The hosts share their thoughts on separating art from the artist and the importance of not letting negative experiences with celebrities cloud one's enjoyment of their work.
Paul Scheer [Black Monday, Veep, The League, NTSF:SD:SUV] talks with Anna about career choices, unexpected casting, the benefits of being naïve, surviving on Subway sandwiches, good movies versus favorite movies, and much more. Anna and Paul then give some Unqualified advice to Mya and Charlie.
