Unsolicited Advice with Ashley and Taryne

A sudden breakup after four years and a boyfriend caught in a web of lies! In our first story, our writer is left reeling after her partner suddenly breaks up with her... they had just moved in together. “Blindsided” doesn’t even begin to cover it. In our second story, our writer learns that her boyfriend faces disciplinary action at work for lying — but the lies don’t stop there. She’s left questioning everything: where does the truth end, and should she even stay? Thanks to our Sponsors: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/UNSOLICITED and get on your way to being your best self. Follow the Podcast on Insta: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceInsta⁠⁠ Follow the Podcast on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceTikTok⁠⁠ Follow Ashley: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ashnichole/⁠⁠ Follow Taryne: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tarynerenee/⁠⁠ Become a premium subscriber today at ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UAPodcastSupercast⁠⁠ To watch our podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UAPodcastYouTube⁠⁠ Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast⁠⁠ If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast⁠⁠ To send us your questions/stories, email us at: AdviceUnsolicitedPod@gmail.com To check out our UA MERCH: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/unsolicitedadvicemerchandise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We've all been there—having a crush on someone in your friend circle. It's exciting, it's scary, and you never know what's coming next. In today's episode, our writer had a chance to take things to the next level with a close friend but panicked and hit him with the “just friends” line. Now, feelings have shifted, and she wants to know: can you un-friend zone someone after you've put them there? We’re breaking down the do’s and don’ts of turning friendship into romance. Follow the Podcast on Insta: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceInsta⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the Podcast on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceTikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Ashley: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ashnichole/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Taryne: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tarynerenee/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Become a premium subscriber today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UAPodcastSupercast⁠⁠⁠⁠ To watch our podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UAPodcastYouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ To send us your questions/stories, email us at: AdviceUnsolicitedPod@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy Monday, everyone! On this week’s episode of UA, we’re diving into two big topics: craving male validation even while in a relationship, and how to navigate tough conversations with strict parents—especially when they don’t agree with your decision to live with a partner. We’re discussing how to approach the conversation, set boundaries, and stand firm in your choices as an adult. Follow the Podcast on Insta: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceInsta⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the Podcast on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceTikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Ashley: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ashnichole/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Taryne: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tarynerenee/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Become a premium subscriber today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UAPodcastSupercast⁠⁠⁠⁠ To watch our podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UAPodcastYouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ To send us your questions/stories, email us at: AdviceUnsolicitedPod@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wedding drama, stalkers, and an accidental kiss?! This episode is full of unexpected twists as one listener shares her story of breaking up with her ex three years ago—only to have him continue stalking her to this day. Even though she's now in a loving and supportive relationship, the fear hasn’t stopped. We dive into what to do if you’re in a similar situation, including how to document incidents, who to contact, and ways to stay safe. Stalking is a serious matter, so please take care and reach out for help if you or someone you know is going through this. Thanks to our Sponsors: Get better sleep, hair and skin with Blissy and use ADVICEPOD to get an additional 30% off at ⁠https://blissy.com/ADVICEPOD⁠ Download the app and sign up with code ADVICE.  Follow the Podcast on Insta: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceInsta⁠⁠⁠ Follow the Podcast on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceTikTok⁠⁠⁠ Follow Ashley: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ashnichole/⁠⁠⁠ Follow Taryne: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tarynerenee/⁠⁠⁠ Become a premium subscriber today at ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UAPodcastSupercast⁠⁠⁠ To watch our podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UAPodcastYouTube⁠⁠⁠ Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: ⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast⁠⁠⁠ If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: ⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast⁠⁠⁠ To send us your questions/stories, email us at: AdviceUnsolicitedPod@gmail.com Download the app and sign up with code ADVICE. Take the featured slot for a spin, and explore thousands of others in the DraftKings game library. Check back daily to claim the hottest offers and promos on DraftKings Casino. The Crown is Yours. Gambling problem? Call 1-800GAMBLER. In Connecticut, help is available for problem gambling call 8887897777 or visit CCPG.org. Please play responsibly. Twenty-one plus. Physically present in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia only. Void in Connecticut and Ontario. Eligibility restrictions apply. New customers only. Non-withdrawable Casino Spins valid for featured game only and expire in one hundred sixty eight hours. See terms at casino.draftkings.com/promos. Ends 6/15/2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy Monday, UA Fam! Today, we thought it’d be fun to build a Lego Set while we answer your questions—and help out our writer, who feels like her boyfriend is choosing work over their relationship. Let’s talk it out, piece by piece. Follow the Podcast on Insta: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceInsta⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the Podcast on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceTikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Ashley: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ashnichole/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Taryne: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tarynerenee/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Become a premium subscriber today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UAPodcastSupercast⁠⁠⁠⁠ To watch our podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UAPodcastYouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ To send us your questions/stories, email us at: AdviceUnsolicitedPod@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What do you do when you catch feelings for your best friend… who also happens to be your roommate? In this episode, we dive into the messiness of navigating a friendship that's starting to shift, the overthinking that comes with new feelings, and the fear of ruining a good thing. Should she confess her love or wait until the lease is up—just in case the feelings aren't mutual?  Follow the Podcast on Insta: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceInsta⁠⁠⁠ Follow the Podcast on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceTikTok⁠⁠⁠ Follow Ashley: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ashnichole/⁠⁠⁠ Follow Taryne: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tarynerenee/⁠⁠⁠ Become a premium subscriber today at ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UAPodcastSupercast⁠⁠⁠ To watch our podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UAPodcastYouTube⁠⁠⁠ Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: ⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast⁠⁠⁠ If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: ⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast⁠⁠⁠ To send us your questions/stories, email us at: AdviceUnsolicitedPod@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We went to Vegas, baby! Despite a few bumps in the road, unexpected illness, and a slight plane mix-up, we powered through and made unforgettable memories. Huge shout-out to Remi for planning and pulling off the ultimate Vegas bachelorette trip. It was a weekend to remember for sure! Thanks to our Sponsors: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/UNSOLICITED and get on your way to being your best self. Get better sleep, hair and skin with Blissy and use ADVICEPOD to get an additional 30% off at https://blissy.com/ADVICEPOD Right now, new players can play 5 BUCKS on ANYTHING and get 350 Casino Spins INSTANTLY on a featured slot game! Follow the Podcast on Insta: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceInsta⁠⁠ Follow the Podcast on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceTikTok⁠⁠ Follow Ashley: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ashnichole/⁠⁠ Follow Taryne: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tarynerenee/⁠⁠ Become a premium subscriber today at ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UAPodcastSupercast⁠⁠ To watch our podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UAPodcastYouTube⁠⁠ Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast⁠⁠ If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast⁠⁠ To send us your questions/stories, email us at: AdviceUnsolicitedPod@gmail.com Download the app and sign up with code ADVICE. Take the featured slot for a spin, and explore thousands of others in the DraftKings game library. Check back daily to claim the hottest offers and promos on DraftKings Casino. The Crown is Yours. Gambling problem? Call 1-800GAMBLER. In Connecticut, help is available for problem gambling call 8887897777 or visit CCPG.org. Please play responsibly. Twenty-one plus. Physically present in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia only. Void in Connecticut and Ontario. Eligibility restrictions apply. New customers only. Non-withdrawable Casino Spins valid for featured game only and expire in one hundred sixty eight hours. See terms at casino.draftkings.com/promos. Ends 6/15/2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's episode is all about love first loves, forever loves, and what happens when you're trying to make someone fall for you. If you met your first love early on, is it okay for that to be your one and only, your forever? In our other story, our girl is crushing hard on her flatmate. The problem? She can barely talk to him. We’re giving her some practical, flirty convo tips to help her break the ice and maybe even get him to fall for her.  Thanks to our Sponsors: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/UNSOLICITED and get on your way to being your best self. Follow the Podcast on Insta: ⁠https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceInsta⁠ Follow the Podcast on TikTok: ⁠https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceTikTok⁠ Follow Ashley: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ashnichole/⁠ Follow Taryne: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/tarynerenee/⁠ Become a premium subscriber today at ⁠https://bit.ly/UAPodcastSupercast⁠ To watch our podcast on YouTube: ⁠http://bit.ly/UAPodcastYouTube⁠ Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: ⁠http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast⁠ If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: ⁠http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast⁠ To send us your questions/stories, email us at: AdviceUnsolicitedPod@gmail.com To check out our UA MERCH: ⁠https://bit.ly/unsolicitedadvicemerchandise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hey UA Fam! If you’ve been following the podcast for a while, then you probably guessed from the title, that today’s episode is a sweet one. We're sharing all the details of Ash’s proposal, from the weeks and days leading up to how everything came together for the big moment. Thank you for being with us through all of life’s milestones! Follow the Podcast on Insta: ⁠https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceInsta⁠ Follow the Podcast on TikTok: ⁠https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceTikTok⁠ Follow Ashley: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ashnichole/⁠ Follow Taryne: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/tarynerenee/⁠ Become a premium subscriber today at ⁠https://bit.ly/UAPodcastSupercast⁠ To watch our podcast on YouTube: ⁠http://bit.ly/UAPodcastYouTube⁠ Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: ⁠http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast⁠ If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: ⁠http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast⁠ To send us your questions/stories, email us at: AdviceUnsolicitedPod@gmail.com To check out our UA MERCH: ⁠https://bit.ly/unsolicitedadvicemerchandise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How do you move on after betrayal? What do you say when you know something’s off—but they keep gaslighting you? In today’s episode, we’re diving into cheater's and emotional cheating: the signs, the gut feelings, and what to do when you’re ready to confront a partner who may be crossing lines. Whether you’re stuck in the “Is this cheating?” spiral or preparing for that conversation, we’ve got you. Follow the Podcast on Insta: https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceInstaFollow the Podcast on TikTok: https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceTikTokFollow Ashley: https://www.instagram.com/ashnichole/Follow Taryne: https://www.instagram.com/tarynerenee/ Become a premium subscriber today at https://bit.ly/UAPodcastSupercast To watch our podcast on YouTube: http://bit.ly/UAPodcastYouTube Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast To send us your questions/stories, email us at: AdviceUnsolicitedPod@gmail.com To check out our UA MERCH: https://bit.ly/unsolicitedadvicemerchandise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices