Just Between Us

Just Between Us is a comedic variety show where Allison Raskin and Gabe Dunn openly discuss everything from mental health to sex and all the stuff in-between. Each week, they’ll answer a question from a listener seeking advice, interview someone fascinating, participate in a rarely winnable game show and discuss a random topic affecting the world. Jump from highbrow to lowbrow in a single episode! Sometimes multiple times! Nothing is off limits for these New York Times best selling authors who are trying to destigmatize the world one hilarious episode at a time. Produced by Forever Dog Podcast Network.

Mental Health
Society & Culture
Comedy
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Olympic Superstar Simone Biles, Toxic Beauty St...
Get ready for a special episode featuring Simone Biles and SK-II! Gaby and Allison answer a listener’s question about whether she actually enjoys her feminine presentation or if she’s a victim of societal beauty pressures. They then interview the greatest gymnast of our time, Simone Biles, about SK-II’s Beauty is #NOCOMPETITION campaign, toxic beauty standards and her involvement in SK-II Studios’ six-part animated series “VS.” They’re also joined by beauty expert and the host of the podcast Natch Beaut, Jackie Johnson, who shares her insight on the positives and negatives of the beauty world. And finally, Gaby and Allison discuss what makes them feel beautiful. Because beauty is #NOCOMPETITION.
52 min
227
Being There When It Matters w/ Hospice Nurse Ca...
Allison and Gaby offer advice to a listener now and forever dubbed QUEEN EMILY. No spoilers, but it’s a can’t miss International Question involving an exploding bag of chips! They’re then joined by Cathy Campbell, a University of Virginia nurse who sheds light on the much needed support for our transgender senior citizens. And later, Allison and Gaby discuss maintaining a healthy work-life balance! Content Warnings: Mentions of domestic violence, transphobia and elder abuseFind out more about our guest, Cathy Campbell: UVA Nurses Study The Needs Of Transgender Senior CitizensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
52 min
228
Maybe You Should Talk To Someone’s Lori Gottlie...
Why are we SO UNCOMFORTABLE talking about money? Allison and Gaby offer advice to a listener dating someone who is having a tough time with his finances. They’re then joined by Lori Gottlieb, a best-selling author and therapist, who talks about her own journey through therapy. And later, we share some of our biggest misconceptions! Hindsight is 2020! (Pun alert!)
70 min
229
The Cult of Wellness with Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, I...
Allison and Gaby offer advice to a queer listener struggling with internalized homophobia after her brother came out. They’re then joined by host of the podcast America Dissected, Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, to talk about the dangers of supplements, wellness crazes and other untested cure-alls being sold for our health. And later, we get super personal! How do Gaby and Allison feel about having kids in the age of climate change? Trigger Warnings: Disordered eating and infertility.
65 min
230
RIP Medical Debt Founder Craig Antico, Managing...
Some days, you’re so happily in love that you could cry. And others… you feel nothing at all. Allison and Gaby offer advice to a listener struggling to make sense of her conflicting emotions after recently being diagnosed with Bipolar II Disorder. They’re then joined by Craig Antico, a former debt collector who turned his life around and started a charity to help those drowning in medical debt. And later, we debate whether people can truly change. (Good news! They can!) 
68 min
231
The 2020 Candidates with Negin Farsad, Balancin...
Gaby and Allison discuss how to balance your friendships and partnership after a listener writes in to say her roommate feels neglected now that she has a girlfriend. Then, they welcome Fake The Nations’ Negin Farsad to muse on the 2020 Democratic candidates. And finally, kindness! When and where can we extend it and why it is so important to prioritize. Unless of course, someone asks you to get in their van. Trigger Warning: Discussion of sexual assault.
64 min
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Immigration Lawyer Marko Maglich, What If You C...
Gaby and Allison offer some mental health alternatives to a listener who can’t afford therapy. They’re then joined by immigration lawyer, Marko Maglich, to discuss Trump’s disastrous policies and roadblocks in the American immigration system. And to round it all out, what the heck is a healthy relationship? And how do you maintain it? We definitely know! Trigger Warnings: xenophobia, racism.
61 min
233
The Trevor Projects’ Dr. Amy Green, Dealing Wit...
Allison and Gaby offer solace to a listener who has been ghosted after an international love affair. They’re then joined by The Trevor Project’s Director of Research, Dr. Amy Green, to discuss advocacy and crisis prevention tools for suicidal queer and trans youth. And finally, the girls give all the content recommendations you never asked for! Meow! (You’ll get that later.) Trigger Warning: Suicide, homophobia, transphobia, brief mention of assault.
72 min
234
Gaby’s Partner Mal Blum, Upsetting Art and Quee...
Allison and Gaby offer advice to a listener wondering if they should tough it out and consume media even when it’s difficult and upsetting. (Yes? No? Maybe?) They’re then joined by Gaby’s partner, musician Mal Blum, who shares all the dirty details of Gaby’s attempts at seduction. And later, queer baiting and why we hate it!
70 min
235
Getting Diagnosed with Annie Segarra, Romantic ...
Allison and Gaby offer advice to a listener whose jealousy is out of control! They’re then joined by disability rights activist, Annie Segarra, to discuss her fight to get properly diagnosed with a rare genetic syndrome. And later, Allison opens up about her highly personal (and scary!) decision to go back to school. (OH GOD!) Trigger Warning: Medical Malpractice / Abuse
70 min
236
Polyamory with Shannon Watters, Medical Side Ef...
Allison and Gaby offer advice to a listener on how to love your body when you gain weight or experience other physical changes. They’re then joined by Gaby’s ex-girlfriend, comic book editor Shannon Watters, who reveals surprising details about their past relationship -- plus she shares a best practice guide to polyamourous relationships! And later, we’re getting real about death. SPOOKY! Trigger Warning: weight gain.
68 min
237
Letting Go of Resentment, Erin Gibson’s Aging P...
How do you move on? Allison and Gaby offer advice to a listener struggling to let go of complicated and spiteful feelings towards a former friend. They’re then joined by “Throwing Shade” podcaster Erin Gibson to discuss aging parents and how to make them listen (to reason). And later, a long overdue chat about sending nudes, baby! Trigger Warnings: Revenge porn, rape and assault.
57 min
238
Scam Goddess Laci Mosley, How To Know If You’re...
Are you ready to be in love? Allison and Gaby offer advice to a listener wondering how to tell when a “lust crush” could become something more. They’re then joined by “Scam Goddess” Laci Mosley, who shares some of her most hilarious scams, plus tips to avoid getting scammed yourself! And later, Allison and Gaby debate the pros and cons of porn, fanfiction and graphic romance novels! Trigger Warning: Assault.
63 min
239
Coming Out with Kathy Tu, Cosmetic Surgery and ...
Allison and Gaby offer advice to a listener considering cosmetic surgery. They’re then joined by “Nancy” podcast co-host Kathy Tu, who had to come out over and over… and over again to her conservative mother. She’s got some tips if you’re going home to an unaccepting family this holiday season! And later, Allison and Gaby look back at how social media has impacted their careers, as Instagram makes a major change. Trigger warning: homophobia.
57 min
240
Esmé Weijun Wang and Living with Schizophrenia,...
Allison and Gaby offer advice to a listener whose friend is proudly anti-feminist. They’re then joined by writer Esmé Weijun Wang, who shares revealing details about living with a schizophrenic and schizoaffective disorder. And later, all the guilty pleasures that you should TOTALLY NOT feel guilty for! Trigger warnings: schizophrenia, mental illness and mass shootings.
57 min
241
Sperm Donation with Sabrina Jalees, Initiating ...
Allison and Gaby offer advice to a listener on how to initiate sex. They’re then joined by comedian Sabrina Jalees, who shares her story of meeting the man who would become her and her partner’s sperm donor on a beach in Mexico. And later, how to cope with rejection! (Or at least how to try!)
62 min
242
Cherokee Writer Rebecca Nagle, Starting Therapy...
Allison and Gaby offer advice to a teenage listener afraid to get help for anxiety. They then discuss the complicated symbolism of Thanksgiving with Rebecca Nagle, a writer, podcaster, and member of the Cherokee Nation. And later, it’s all about gratitude, baby!
51 min
243
Herpes Activist Ella Dawson, Gender Dysphoria a...
Trigger Warnings: gender dysphoria, relationship abuse, sexual assault Allison and Gaby offer advice to an androgynous listener anxious about having to wear a dress to her friend’s wedding. They’re then joined by writer and STD activist Ella Dawson, who answers everything you were too afraid to ask about genital herpes. And later, at what point do you finally feel like a real adult? (Um. Never?)
55 min
244
Recent Divorcée Adrienne Airhart, Roommate Homo...
Trigger warnings: homophobia, assaultAllison and Gaby offer advice to a listener dealing with a (possibly) homophobic roommate. They’re then joined by comedian Adrienne Airhart, who is healing from a traumatic divorce by rediscovering herself. And later Allison and Gaby talk murder and vigilantes! Is it controversial? You betcha!
43 min
245
Disability Activist Eva Sweeney, Being Alone Fo...
Allison and Gaby offer advice to a listener anxious they’ll never find a lasting relationship. They’re then joined by Eva Sweeney, a groundbreaking sex educator with cerebral palsy. And later, Allison and Gaby chat about comedy in PC culture. (Groan!) It’s also producer Melisa’s last show. Cry with us!
47 min
246
Wags And Walks’ Founder Lesley Brog, Your Partn...
Allison and Gaby try to help a listener determine whether their partner’s annoying family should be a deal breaker. They’re then joined by Lesley Brog, founder of the fabulous dog rescue Wags and Walks where both girls got their beloved pooches. (We love you Sugar and Beans!) And later, Allison and Gaby share best tips for flirting with a new crush!
55 min
247
Little Person Activist Sinead Burke, Getting Ov...
Allison and Gaby offer advice to a listener struggling to get over her ex while in a relationship with someone else. (Uh oh!) They’re then joined by disability activist Sinead Burke, who is breaking ground in the fashion industry for little people. And later, Allison and Gaby get into the hype surrounding New Year’s resolutions even though it’s October. Whoops!
57 min
248
Book Editor Sara Goodman, Confrontation and Our...
Allison and Gaby offer advice to a listener who is afraid of conflict, despite Allison also being afraid of conflict. They’re then joined by book editor Sara Goodman of Wednesday Books, who published the girls' two novels and sheds light on her somewhat mysterious industry. Later they discuss their unhealthiest relationships and thank god they're not in them anymore.
65 min
249
Mob Expert Jess Bendinger, Self-Harm Stigma and...
Trigger Warnings: Self-Harm and SuicideAllison and Gaby share advice on if a listener should show their self-harm scars in order to gain self-confidence. They’re then joined by Jess Bendinger (the writer of “Bring It On”) to talk about her new podcast “Mob Queens.” (It's about the mob AND drag queens!) Later they discuss if hope is delusional, detrimental or a super power. What do you think? LEAVE A COMMENT WE LOVE COMMENTS!
60 min
250
Pet Psychic Jessica Lanyadoo, Changing Your Sex...
Allison and Gaby try to help a listener who is second guessing defining herself as a lesbian. They’re then joined by animal communicator, Jessica Lanyadoo, who talks with their dogs, Sugar and Beans. What they learn will shock the bone right out of your dog's mouth! Later they intensely debate whether or not fans deserve total transparency online. Woof!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
70 min