
Almost Adulting with Violet Benson
Immerse yourself in the BIGGEST self-love podcast and movement - your ultimate go-to for personal growth with a side of sass. We cover it all, from dating bootcamps to mental health moments, because self-love is the foundation of everything in your life – from your friendships to your own mental well-being and everything in between.I’m your host, Violet Benson, aka the Daddy Issues meme queen, comedian, and motivational speaker. But most importantly, I'm YOUR Russian big sister, dishing out that tough love you might not want to hear, but best believe you're gonna need!Get ready to feel empowered, liberated, and seen like never before! Change your life and subscribe to Almost Adulting! Your healing journey starts NOW. New episode drops every Thursday.
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Dec 15, 2022 • 58min
Manipulation vs. Mastery w/ Robert Greene
Hey Besties! To continue mentor month, this week on Almost Adulting we are joined by yet another legend, Robert Greene! Robert is the author of 6 New York Times bestsellers including the infamous The 48 Laws of Power and The Art of Seduction. Together Violet and Robert go through some of the most important lessons in his iconic books and unpack the TRUE meanings behind them - regardless of any ‘bad press’ they may have received. Throughout the conversation Violet and Robert drop gems about how to further your trajectory in life: from learning how to see behind the ‘mask’ people put on for others, to finding your true purpose (even if that means failing). Finally, Robert speaks on what he feels is his most important lesson taught in the 48 Laws of Power, and how you can apply it to your life and reap the benefits. Get your notebooks out Besties, we’re taking over the world in 2023!Advertise with Almost Adulting at Gumball.fm EVERLYWELL: https://www.everlywell.com/ADULTING for 20% off your next at-home lab test!What to Listen For:00:00 Introduction01:13 How it all started04:19 Observing people closely08:40 Is The 48 Laws of Power evil?14:11 The Law of Five16:23 The Laws of Human Nature19:19 We aren’t born with boldness23:42 Russian heritage26:29 Do you need manipulation to succeed?28:52 Think of other people's interest31:55 Being shy/introspective is not a bad thing38:56 How to re-assess yourself this new year44:36 We suffer when we choose the wrong things48:06 Be less interested in yourself and more interested in other people51:41 You’re born uniqueCheck out Robert on:https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001IGV3IShttps://powerseductionandwar.com/https://www.instagram.com/robertgreeneofficial/ Get more content on:@almostadulting on Instagram@violetbenson on Instagram@daddyissues_ on InstagramYouTubeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 14, 2022 • 42min
Get Him OBSESSED - Earth Signs
WELCOME TO TUESDAY'S VAULT ARCHIVES!!Want to get an Earth sign obsessed with you???? Look no further than today's brand new episode of how to attract a Taurus, Capricorn, and a Virgo.On today's episode, Violet is presenting a zodiac series for the rest of the month! Every Tuesday this month, she will be introducing 3 new zodiac signs and how to date them. How to attract them. How to play them. What they like and not like and their best matches.LISTEN AND DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE RIGHT NOW SO YOU KNOW WHAT YOU'RE GETTING INTO!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 8, 2022 • 1h 4min
I Saw A UFO w/ Nick Pope
Hey Besties! We are officially kicking off mentor month! There’s no better way to end the year than with words of wisdom from icons to send us into the new year right, so let’s get into it!This week on Almost Adulting Violet is joined by Nick Pope. Nick Pope is a journalist, media commentator, and former lead of the British Government's Ministry of Defence, where he was responsible for investigating UFO phenomena. The two talk about EVERYTHING UFO’s! From places with the most sightings, why the government may or may not be hiding their findings from the public, and how soon we may find out the truth about extraterrestrial life and what that means for us. Although it may not be like the movie ET, there is definitely something out there. Besties, put your thinking caps on and tune in!Advertise with Almost Adulting at Gumball.fm What to Listen For:00:00 Introduction00:51 Is there life outside of Earth?04:02 The amount of information that can be disclosed05:15 What was the project trying to accomplish?06:26 The place with the most UFO sightings07:25 The silliest questions/concept about UFO10:32 Wildest conspiracy theories13:10 Is there a time difference between planets?14:24 Parallel universes20:07 Potential attacks from aliens23:18 What would they look like?28:10 Media’s perception of UFO’s31:11 Alien abductions?35:16 How does collaboration work between countries?38:02 There is life elsewhere41:35 Most famous UFO sighting44:43 Proudest life accomplishments48:32 What’s the smartest thing you can ask?51:00 Would you live on an alien planet?55:24 What are you currently passionate about?Check out Nick’s books:https://www.amazon.com/Nick-Pope/e/B001KISGAC https://www.ancientalienslivetour.com/ http://nickpope.net/wpte19/https://twitter.com/nickpopemodGet more content on:@almostadulting on Instagram@violetbenson on Instagram@daddyissues_ on InstagramYouTubeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 7, 2022 • 38min
Get Him OBSESSED - Fire Signs
WELCOME TO TUESDAY'S VAULT ARCHIVES!!Want to get a fire sign obsessed with you???? Look no further than today's brand new episode of how to attract an Aries, Leo, and a Sagittarius.On today's episode, Violet is presenting a zodiac series for the rest of the month! Every Tuesday this month, she will be introducing 3 new zodiac signs and how to date them. How to attract them. How to play them. What they like and not like and their best matches.LISTEN AND DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE RIGHT NOW SO YOU KNOW WHAT YOU'RE GETTING INTO!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 29, 2022 • 51min
From Veganism to Vaginas w/ Sophia Miacova
HEY BESTIES AND WELCOME TO TUESDAY'S VAULT ARCHIVES!!Did you know there are different types of vagina canals?? Listen to today's episode to learn which canal you have and which pecker is your perfect match.On this episode, Violet is joined by Sophia 'Miacova' Esperanza where they also discuss, being vegan & an environmentalist, vaginas, reasons why we stay in a controlling toxic relationships, and when it's time to let go.THIS WEEK’S PODCAST IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: EVERLYWELL: http://www.everlywell.com/ADULTING for 20% off your next at-home lab testATHLETIC GREENS: http://www.athleticsgreens.com/VIOLETBENSON Advertise with Almost Adulting at Gumball.fm Get more content on:@almostadulting on Instagram@violetbenson on Instagram@daddyissues_ on InstagramYouTubeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 24, 2022 • 52min
Proof of Afterlife w/ Theresa Caputo
Hey Besties! To conclude Scorpio month, we’re welcoming a very special guest. Today on Almost Adulting we are joined by Long Island Medium star, New York Times best-selling author, and the host of the Hey Spirit! podcast, Theresa Caputo. Theresa has been seeing, feeling, and sensing spirits since she was four years old. During today's episode Theresa explains that she is getting a certain feeling, which leads to Violet receiving a full reading where she gets to communicate with her grandmother on the other side. Lastly, the two talk about Theresa’s experience doing live shows, her most memorable readings, and dealing with non-believers. Besties, listen with an open heart and mind, there may even be someone trying to communicate with you from the other side.THIS WEEK’S PODCAST IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: EVERLYWELL: http://www.everlywell.com/ADULTING for 20% off your next at-home lab testATHLETIC GREENS: http://www.athleticsgreens.com/VIOLETBENSON Advertise with Almost Adulting at Gumball.fm What to Listen For:00:00 Introduction01:04 Sensing / seeing spirits since four years old04:08 Debilitating anxiety05:39 What about non-believers?08:34 Did you not get to say goodbye?25:57 Why do you think you were chosen to have this capability?27:30 What happens when you’re channeling spirits? 28:52 Did you have a bad experience with spirits?31:09 Are people always accepting of your readings?34:40 What’s your most memorable reading?40:25 Come as you are with no expectations41:45 Do not use a ouija board43:04 Some people don’t want to communicate with spirits44:44 The murder-suicide reading46:15 Profiting off of the gift47:18 What can people expect in your live shows? Connect with Theresa on:https://www.theresacaputo.com/https://www.instagram.com/theresacaputo/https://twitter.com/Theresacaputohttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hey-spirit-with-theresa-caputo/id1534764208 Get more content on:@almostadulting on Instagram@violetbenson on Instagram@daddyissues_ on InstagramYouTubeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 22, 2022 • 54min
R U AN EMOTIONAL MASTURBATOR? ft. U Up? Jared & Jordana
Are blowjobs really more intimate than sex?This week Violet is joined by Jared Freid and Jordana Abraham, the hosts of U-Up; a modern dating podcast presented by Betches. During this episode, they discuss all things relationships, sex, and how to get over an ex.This hilarious trio will dive into how the pandemic has changed the dating scene, dating 101 from a male's perspective like why do men text daily but don't try to see you??? the answer will surpise you!! and lastly, they even cover how Jordana conjured the man of her dreams. YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS IT!!!WANNA GET FEATURED ON THE PODCAST??? CALL THIS FREE NUMBER TO SHARE YOUR WILDEST CONFESSION: 1-424-278-4268THIS WEEK’S PODCAST IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: EVERLYWELL: http://www.everlywell.com/ADULTING for 20% off your next at-home lab testATHLETIC GREENS: http://www.athleticsgreens.com/VIOLETBENSON Advertise with Almost Adulting at Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 17, 2022 • 1h 26min
Dancing With The Dead w/ Steve Gonsalves
Hey Besties! To continue Scorpio month we’re getting into some paranormal activity! Today on Almost Adulting we are joined by paranormal pioneer and main cast member of the hit series Ghost Hunters, Steve Gonsalves. Steve has over 20 years experience and has been an integral part of numerous successful paranormal shows, thus bringing paranormal activity to the forefront of the world. Together he and Violet dive into what it takes to make a career of ghost hunting while also uncovering some jarring truths about ghost-tivities that would turn ANY skeptic into a believer. Violet also shares an intimate moment about when she was contacted from the other side where in that very moment it may have saved her life. Besties, whether you’re a believer or not, listen with open ears and make a decision for yourself - you might realize some things you’ve been ignoring.THIS WEEK’S PODCAST IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: EVERLYWELL: http://www.everlywell.com/ADULTING for 20% off your next at-home lab testATHLETIC GREENS: http://www.athleticsgreens.com/VIOLETBENSON Advertise with Almost Adulting at Gumball.fm What to Listen For:00:00 Introduction01:13 Paranormal Investigation: How it all started 02:33 Are ghosts real?03:21 First paranormal activity experience10:44 You should fear the living more than the dead11:47 Working with psychics and mediums 13:22 Paranormal investigators versus ghost hunters15:43 Dealing negative and dark energy18:51 Catalysts for paranormal phenomenon20:09 Do you do an exorcism?22:47 There’s no definitive proof25:17 The basic devices paranormal investigators use32:23 After my grandmother passed away…35:10 What’s the most memorable Ghost Hunter experience44:22 Ghost hunting safety tips48:25 We always continue no matter what50:41 The scariest experience so far54:20 Is the Hollywood sign haunted?55:15 Are hauntings based on…?58:08 Everything in the universe is measured by 3 things59:02 Can ghosts travel?01:00:08 Can ghosts attach themselves to someone?01:04:28 Reaffirming religious beliefs01:09:45 Do you carry sacred items Connect with Steve on:InstagramTwitterGet more content on:@almostadulting on Instagram@violetbenson on Instagram@daddyissues_ on InstagramYouTubeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 15, 2022 • 1h 8min
Fake Butts & Anti Semitism w/ Dr. Nazarian
IT'S VIOLET'S BIRTHDAY!! and on today's episode she is joined by award-winning plastic surgeon, Dr. Sheila Nazarian! They discuss all the celebs who are getting work done and lying about it, unrealistic beauty standards, recent trends, and the one procedure you SHOULD ABSOLUTELY NOT get done.They then dive into the rise of anti semitism, reasons behind it, and share their family history and different backgrounds on how they both immigrated to the US.THIS WEEK’S PODCAST IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: EVERLYWELL: http://www.everlywell.com/ADULTING for 20% off your next at-home lab testATHLETIC GREENS: http://www.athleticsgreens.com/VIOLETBENSON Advertise with Almost Adulting at Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 10, 2022 • 45min
We’re All Gonna Die
Hey Besties, it’s SCORPIO MONTH! This month we’re getting into everything supernatural, keeping things a little spooky, and of course - we’re starting it off with an episode all about ME! AKA, your favorite Scorpio.This week on Almost Adulting we’re getting vulnerable. Today Violet is sharing some of her heaviest guilt she’s been carrying since her teenage years. She starts off with an Adderall horror story of what went from a quick self care moment, to a 2-hour long masturbation sesh leaving her cramped and wobbly. Next, Violet opens up about the yearly existential crisis surrounding her upcoming birthday, and the insecurities about marriage and children that she’s been brushing off as she turns a year older. Finally, things take a more emotional turn as she recounts the story of finding out about her grandmother's cancer, and unpacks things she wishes she’d done differently - which is something we ALL can relate to. Life goes on, but life is short Besties. Reach out to your loved ones and cherish every moment with them, you never know when it’s your last. THIS WEEK’S PODCAST IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY:Athletic Greens: Athletic Greens is giving a free 1-year supply of immune supporting vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase. Just visit Advertise with Almost Adulting at Gumball.fm What to Listen For:00:00 Introduction02:44 It is Scorpio month03:42 What makes me jealous of other podcasters05:27 My mother came up to me the other day…06:30 I want to bring back Confession Corner08:04 When you take Adderall11:45 This tweet from KC12:58 My birthday is coming up17:46 When you stop having common things with your friends23:03 I’m turning 34 and I need to be honest about it24:14 The helpful negative emotions28:19 We all have a last time we’ll ever see someone34:04 When parents keep things from you to protect you39:20 Thinking back of old memoriesGet more content on:@almostadulting on Instagram@violetbenson on Instagram@daddyissues_ on InstagramYouTubeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.