Pretty Lonesome with Madeline Argy
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Feeling lonely in your 20’s is to be expected... but, Madeline Argy feels it’s better to be alone, together. From her bed, car or wherever she’s alone that week, Madeline explores the unspoken conversations we all have with ourselves, but are too afraid to speak out loud. She discusses a wide range of topics, including navigating anxiety, imposter syndrome, the intricacies of sexuality and mental health, as well as the complexities of relationships, boundaries, break-ups, and friendships. As someone in her early 20’s, Madeline offers a witty and unpredictable commentary on the highs and lows of everyday life making you feel like you’re on Facetime with your best friend. Pretty Lonesome with Madeline Argy invites you to join her every Friday in embracing the beautifully chaotic adventure of being human.
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Jul 25, 2025 • 36min
advice session 3
this week I am talking about your stories and questions that you wrote in by unraveling a truly unhinged advice email about a boy who numbers his sexual partners (yes, literally gives them numbers), has a thing for helicopters (???), and ghosted a listener after prom. we also get into what real friendship looks like (spoiler: it’s not telling you to “do it for the plot”), how to move on from villains you dated, and unexplored queerness in committed relationships. loved getting to yap with you after 3 days in the desert
Jul 18, 2025 • 41min
everyone is lying about their lore and I have an ant infestation
this week I am grappling with ants in my pillows, getting rage baited by my landlord and the idea that the stories you tell yourself about your past form your ‘life story’, therefore your perception of yourself and therefore the behaviour of your future self. and what if we can re write the past and nothing is concrete and we can change things we have previously accepted as true about ourselves by a shift in perspective? like what if our past is up for grabs? filmed at a very stupid hour, I once again missed half the points I wanted to make so maybe ill do a part two on this subject but until then … Story Of My Life: How Narrative Creates Personality - The Atlantic: https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2015/08/life-stories-narrative-psychology-redemption-mental-health/400796/
Jul 11, 2025 • 42min
i threw up with emetophobia and also it’s my birthday
I threw up for the first time since developing emetophobia over ten years agolight trigger warning for people who are very sensitive - nothing gross is mentioned, verbiage only what’s in title and description, and I mostly discuss the emotional impact and how I processed the experienceadditionally, I filmed this episode in my birthday and dove into why I fear aging so much while also being so young and how I turned my mindset into a more positive one so I could stop crashing out and enjoy the best day of the year
Jul 4, 2025 • 47min
1 mil subscribers + my ego
talking about how i got started on youtube and how weird of a time that was and how i found my team. and then about the ego and how I recently discovered that isn’t just a bad word to use for people with an inflated sense of self but actually an important and useful part of us all
Jun 27, 2025 • 43min
rambling about la
back in my habitat.
Jun 20, 2025 • 37min
brief thoughts on anarchism lol
The discussion kicks off with a look at Geneva's impressive public amenities and historical neutrality. A whimsical tale of a nighttime soup defense leads to reflections on political complexity and language in society. Delving into anarchism, the speaker emphasizes the importance of historical awareness for effective collective action. The challenges of maintaining mental health amidst chaos and social media are explored, urging informed engagement. The session wraps up with a heartfelt farewell, fostering a sense of community and connection.
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Jun 13, 2025 • 47min
thoughts on sex
The discussion kicks off with the role of openness in forming connections, particularly through modern dating platforms. It dives into body image, self-acceptance, and the humorous realizations that come with them. A spotlight is placed on the necessity of mutual pleasure in sexual relationships, challenging the norm of prioritizing one partner's satisfaction. The conversation tackles emotional complexities in hookup culture, exploring how societal pressures affect women's self-worth and the quest for validation. Vulnerability and intimacy are also examined, emphasizing the need for self-respect in navigating contemporary relationships.
Jun 6, 2025 • 46min
validation and empathy
learning to have empathy for myself allowed me to love people properly
May 30, 2025 • 47min
Identity crisis
I thought I’d have good points this week on why it’s good to have community and stuff but I just ended up freaking myself out https://www.newyorker.com/culture/open-questions/does-anyone-really-know-you
May 23, 2025 • 58min
tara yummy
the tea is us
