Sounds Fake But Okay

Hey what's up hello! This week we play romance and dating choose your own adventure stories on chooseyourstory.com! Spoiler alert: it goes about as well as you think it will.Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/choose-your-own-adventure   Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod  Follow: @soundsfakepod    Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt  www.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book

This week, the discussion tackles the clash between societal views of womanhood and asexual and aromantic identities. Can gender be truly separated from sexuality? The hosts explore what it means to be a woman when desire is absent, all while sharing personal anecdotes. They also dive into the nostalgia of female friendships through the lens of American Girl dolls, questioning traditional narratives and celebrating inclusivity. With a mix of humor and insightful reflections, the conversation challenges stereotypes in a relatable way.

Hey what's up hello! We are back and so are the people who make so many bad decisions and then post about them on Reddit.Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/reddit-rabbit-hole-aita-pt-17   Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod  Follow: @soundsfakepod    Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt  www.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book

This week, the hosts dive into a study claiming that pets can boost well-being as much as romantic partners! They hilariously dissect the research's questionable math while sharing personal anecdotes about pet companionship. The conversation shifts to the emotional and economic benefits of pets, and they ponder the complexities of measuring love. Expect laughs over quirky pet stories, such as a lizard at a gender reveal party, and reflections on the joys and challenges of cat care. It's a playful yet insightful look at the pets in our lives!

Hey what's up hello! This week we're joined by Debbie Urbanski to talk about her excellent collection of short stories, Portalmania. Portalmania dives bravely into the shadowy depths of betrayal, parenthood, revenge, murder, coercive sex, open marriages, asexuality, neurodiversity, and second chances.Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/portalmania-by-debbie-urbanski   Pre-order here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/portalmania-stories-debbie-urbanski/21872872?aid=101336&ean=9781668061114&listref=books-by-our-lovely-guestsDebbie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbieurbanskiDebbie's Substack: https://debbieurbanski.substack.com/Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod  Follow: @soundsfakepod    Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt  www.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/bookBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book

Hey what's up hello! This week we discuss the phenomenon of queer women loving boy bands and yell from the mountaintops about how you can be a boy band fan without finding any of the band members attractive!!!Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/on-queer-women-loving-boy-bands    Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod  Follow: @soundsfakepod    Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt  www.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book

Listeners share their wildest stories, from a pizza catastrophe at an event to a roommate's homophobic reaction to pride flags. One woman hilariously chooses her best friend over a date, while another navigates the complexities of a slow-burn crush. Tales of friendship strains due to boyfriend neglect and a grandma's cheeky suggestion about babies add to the fun. The hosts catch up on previous lore and tease an exciting upcoming outing to a queer bar.

Hey what's up hello! This week we discuss the overlap between transphobia and aphobia and the importance of trans aspec solidarity.TW: transphobiaEpisode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/trans-aspec-solidarity   Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod  Follow: @soundsfakepod    Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt  www.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book

Hey what's up hello! This week we're talking about making assumptions about people. They really do make an ass out of you and me. Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/making-assumptions   Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod  Follow: @soundsfakepod    Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt  www.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/bookBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book

This week, the hosts explore the joys of doing things alone, from solo spa days to the challenges of climbing Mount Everest. They humorously compare Sherpas guiding climbers to Gordon Ramsay's cooking competitions, sharing personal stories of misadventures along the way. The conversation covers solo travel, particularly for women, addressing safety and emotional nuances, and highlights the liberating yet isolating aspects of independence. With anecdotes about movie screenings and the freedom found in solitude, the hosts celebrate the art of embracing one's own company.