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Just Between Us

Allison Raskin, Gabe S. Dunn | Diamond MPrint Productionsredcircle.com

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 Melisa D. Monts and Diamond MPrint Productions.

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Episodes

Too Long Did Read [It]: Revenge Is Self-Care

Gabe is being inflammatory again. r/relationships is a jaw dropper that brings up some BIG questions about revenge and self-esteem. (Reminder, pee isn't sanitary.) r/confessions includes some iconic behavior in the workplace. r/writers gives a good tip on maintaining social order. And finally, r/noburp because apparently that's a thing. Watch clips and the full TLDRI episodes AND listen to the full Wednesday episodes: https://www.patreon.com/justbetweenus This has been a Gallison Production Prod...

Jan 08, 202430 min

The Baby Scoop Era with Sarah Reinhardt & Louise Browne, Wanting Different Things Than Your Crush, and Inside Jokes [MINISODE]

Gabe is on a mission not to feel shame about his acne. A listener writes in to see if she can ethically pursue someone who wants different things than her long-term. Podcasters Sarah Reinhardt & Louise Browne join the chat to share their own adoption stories, the role of coercion in adoption and why adoption is so misunderstood. And finally, the etiquette of inside jokes. Heartbreak feels good in a place like this. Watch clips and the full TLDRI episodes AND listen to the full Wednesday epis...

Jan 03, 202435 min

REPLAY: TLDRI: If You Can't Be Around Somebody's That Pregnant, That's Part Of The Problem

Original Air Date: May 8, 2023 In r/relationship_advice, an UNBEARABLE man's best friend wants him to dump his girlfriend, a single mom who he's already broken up with numerous times. Allison admits she'll be terrible and demanding during pregnancy. Then, a Redditor finds creepy Post-its around his house. Allison loves pranks, Gabe loves revenge. Melisa wants to know if Allison's dad talks about her. In r/ProRevenge, a guy gets one over on a boss who is trying to underpay him. Plus, malicious co...

Jan 01, 202431 min

REPLAY: K-pop! with Denise Kim, A Co-Worker's Inappropriate Jokes, and Gabe's Top Surgery

tw: surgery Original Air Date: December 14, 2022 Gabe and Allison start off with a lively discussion about Raskin pranks and bachelorette party fantasies. The duo then answer a listener's question about how to get over feeling uncomfortable about a co-worker's past inappropriate jokes. When do you need to move on and when do you need to address it? Next, K-pop star and Amateur Hour host, Denise Kim, joins the pod to talk about the cutthroat grind of being a South Korean pop star, the business of...

Dec 27, 20231 hr 28 min

REPLAY: Too Long, Did Read (It): Not My Cup Of Tea, But If My Friend Got It I'd Be Happy For Her

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: February 13, 2023 In a brand new weekly show, Gabe and Melisa attempt to teach Allison the ins and outs of the wonderful chaos that is Reddit. Our first episode includes a subreddit about Allison's engagement ring, incredible duck facts and a post about whether or not married people should have opposite sex best friends. Buckle up! It's time to explore! Listen Ad Free: https://www.patreon.com/justbetweenus This has been a Gallison Production Produced by Melisa D. Monts and Dia...

Dec 25, 202326 min

Discovering Poetry with Maya Williams, Maintenance Therapy, and Working With Friends [MINISODE]

Allison has some great ideas for Gabe's movie. A listener writes in to ask about no longer "needing" therapy but still wanting to go. Poet Maya Williams joins the show to talk about their new book "Refused A Second Date," intergenerational dating patterns and the process of writing very personal poetry. Finally, should you work with your friends? Or is that a disaster waiting to happen? Watch clips and the full TLDRI episodes AND listen to the full Wednesday episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jus...

Dec 20, 202325 min

Too Long Did Read [It]: I'm A Buttercream Slut

r/mystery brings us a person feeding a baby that isn't theirs. Why is this such a common problem? Then, why was pasta dumped in the New Jersey woods? r/teachers teaches us about coin boys. Melisa and Gabe share the pitfalls and quirks of causing chaos in middle school. And finally, beautiful slugs, seasonal fabric birds and fondant hate. Watch clips and the full TLDRI episodes AND listen to the full Wednesday episodes: https://www.patreon.com/justbetweenus This has been a Gallison Production Pro...

Dec 18, 202330 min

Dog Physical Therapy with Tanya Plaoude, Triggering Your Partner, and Loyalty [MINISODE]

Allison and Gabe saw the same concert without realizing it. A listener writes in wondering how responsible partners need to be around each other's triggers. Then, Tanya Plaoude joins the show to talk about dog physical therapy and why dogs deserve the same care as their human parents. And finally, what does loyalty really mean? And can you have too much of it? Watch clips and the full TLDRI episodes AND listen to the full Wednesday episodes: https://www.patreon.com/justbetweenus This has been a ...

Dec 13, 202327 min

Too Long, Did Read (It): Have An Affair With HER Husband!

In r/marriage a woman wonders if she should put a stop to her husband's friendship with their neighbor. r/FauxMoi is looking for celebrity gossip and Gabe IS the gossip. THE TEA IS VERY HOT AND WE NAME NAMES. r/WholesomeMoments provides a cute baseball moment. And finally, r/MalePolish. Watch clips and the full TLDRI episodes AND listen to the full Wednesday episodes: https://www.patreon.com/justbetweenus This has been a Gallison Production Produced by Melisa D. Monts and Diamond MPrint Producti...

Dec 11, 202327 min

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Dec 08, 202358 sec

Curiosity with Scott Shigeoka, Wedding Speeches and The What About Me Effect [MINISODE]

Gabe and Allison share some medical stories no one wants to hear. A listener isn't sure what to say at her brother's wedding because she hates his fiancé. Scott Shigeoka then joins the chat to share his interest in curiosity and how it shapes our lives and relationships. And finally, what is the What About Me effect and why is it so annoying. Watch clips and the full TLDRI episodes AND listen to the full Wednesday episodes: https://www.patreon.com/justbetweenus This has been a Gallison Productio...

Dec 06, 202329 min

Too Long, Did Read (It): They’re Withholding Words From Me Because I Refuse to Pay?

r/badroommates tells a tale of theft, pettiness and kitchen towels. r/riddles prompts Gabe and Allison to share some of their own favorites brain teasers. r/stories is not what you would think! r/dreams causes Allison to question her anger issues. And finally, the (disturbing) history of cereal. Watch clips and the full TLDRI episodes AND listen to the full Wednesday episodes: https://www.patreon.com/justbetweenus This has been a Gallison Production Produced by Melisa D. Monts and Diamond MPrint...

Dec 04, 202334 min

Around The World in 80 Days with Adrien Behn, Your Partner's Other Partner and Body Hair [TEASER]

Gabe collects mugs, Allison collects animal statues, and Melisa collects spoons. A very funny listener writes in about not liking their metamour (their partner's other partner). Then, travel podcaster Adrien Behn joins to talk about traveling alone as a woman, Nellie Bly's and Elizabeth Bisland's race around the world, and appreciating the world's beauty. And finally, body hair. Love it or hate it, we all have it! Watch clips and the full TLDRI episodes AND listen to the full Wednesday episodes:...

Nov 29, 202336 min

Too Long, Did Read (It): You Can't Put Meat In An Unexpected Dessert

r/unpopularopinion sparks a discussion about marital sex and audio notes. r/askreddit wonders how certain businesses stay in business. r/lifeprotips teaches us how to share properly. Potlucks are gross. And Gabe is easily impressed by slippery cards. Watch clips and the full TLDRI episodes AND listen to the full Wednesday episodes: https://www.patreon.com/justbetweenus This has been a Gallison Production Produced by Melisa D. Monts and Diamond MPrint Productions Post-Production by Coco Llorens P...

Nov 27, 202332 min

Eating Disorders with Shira Rosenbluth, Staying Friends With An Ex, and Beyonce [TEASER]

Gabe is dressed like Aaron Paul. How do celebrities make money outside of acting or music? Diversify! A listener writes in curious about if they should stay friends with their ex who they still have feelings for. Then, licensed clinical social worker Shira Rosenbluth joins the show to bust myths about eating disorders, the BMI, binge eating, and family dynamics. Then, Allison and Gabe grill Melisa about the magic of seeing Beyonce in concert in Houston. What celebs did she see while there?? What...

Nov 22, 202333 min

Too Long, Did Read (It): Maybe In The Future There Are No Rules

Everyone loves to eat mayonnaise. r/damnthatsinteresting dives into the rules of time travel. r/future starts a discussion about revolutionizing work hours. Gabe had a dangerous encounter with an onion. r/unexplained reveals the magic of dimes. r/haircarescience tests our expectations. And finally, how many people get divorced on their honeymoon? Watch clips and the full TLDRI episodes AND listen to the full Wednesday episodes: https://www.patreon.com/justbetweenus This has been a Gallison Produ...

Nov 20, 202334 min

Mortuary Sciences with Kari Northey, Family Estrangement and Tough Love [TEASER]

Gabe is still trying to impress Allison. A listener wonders how to explain her family estrangement. Funeral director and educator, Kari Northey joins the chat to answer all our questions about helping people through grief, funerals and the various options for our bodies after we die. And finally, tough love. Does it work?? This has been a Gallison Production Produced by Melisa D. Monts and Diamond MPrint Productions Post-Production by Coco Llorens Production Assistance by Melanie D. Watson Our S...

Nov 15, 202337 min

Too Long, Did Read It: She Remembered Swans Can Be Gay

Melisa loves when her lips vibrate. r/bestofreddit features a crying wife. r/unethicallifeprotips teaches us how to stay unrecognizable and match the vibes. r/nostupidquestions asks if you can date the boss's daughter. r/eceprofessionals wonders if only children are easy to spot. r/theydidthemath confuses Allison. And finally, the Hat Man. This has been a Gallison Production Produced by Melisa D. Monts and Diamond MPrint Productions Post-Production by Coco Llorens Production Assistance by Melani...

Nov 13, 202334 min

Deep Sea Mining with James Hita, Does Love Conquer All and Allison's Colonoscopy [TEASER]

Watch clips and listen to the full episodes (including International Question and Topix) on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/justbetweenus Allison and Gabe talk about scabbing during strikes. (We recorded this one a while ago! Eep!) An international listener wonders if love conquers all. Next, GreenPeace Aotearoa's James Hita joins the pod to explain the dangers of deep-sea mining and why we need to fight against it before it's too late. And finally, Allison describes her first colonoscopy exper...

Nov 08, 202338 min

Too Long Did Read It: The Devil's Work Gets The Devil's Pay

Watch this full episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/justbetweenus This episode devolves into MADNESS. Buckle up for the loopiest show yet! Melisa loves to be naked. Religious sayings are hilarious and mean. Gabe tells a long story about a great salesman he met. r/texts gets a dramatic reading that is UNFORGETTABLE. A man leaves a woman a devastating review of her kissing style. We learn what r/scambait is and it changes our lives forever. This has been a Gallison Production Produced by M...

Nov 06, 202330 min

Reading Our Auras with Steffi Hill, Accepting A New Future, and Rom Com Books

Watch clips and listen to the full episodes (including International Question and Topix) on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/justbetweenus Is Gabe too dependent on coffee? Probably! A listener writes in wondering what to do now that she knows her mental health will limit her future options. Next, psychic medium Steffi Hill joins the chat to give Allison and Gabe readings and explain what it's like talking to the dead. (Allison is skeptical while Gabe is all in.) And finally, what makes a good ro...

Nov 01, 202320 min

Too Long Did Read (It): It Is Chill Pill O'Clock!

Watch the full video episode or listen ad free on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/justbetweenus Allison had to quit a class because of dead cats. How many items are too many items to keep from your ex? Gabe finds an eyelash but can't touch it. r/traumatizethemback brings us a story about a catcaller who probably regrets his choices. Next, motorcycles, pregnancy and a chance for a spinster with first rate buckwheat. This has been a Gallison Production Produced by Melisa D. Monts and Diamond MPri...

Oct 30, 202332 min

Putting Your Kids on Social Media with Sarah Uncharted, Asking Someone’s Pronouns, and Slow Living [TEASER]

Watch clips and listen to the full episodes (including International Question and Topix) on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/justbetweenus A listener writes in with a question about etiquette when it comes to someone’s new pronouns. Then, Sarah Adams from Mom Uncharted joins to talk about "sharenting," online child exploitation, and posting your kids online. (Maybe don’t do it!) And finally, what the heck is slow living? Clearly Allison is on a very different side of Tiktok than Gabe. This has b...

Oct 25, 202331 min

Too Long Did Read (It): I Was Trapped In My Own Backyard

Watch clips and listen to the full episodes (including International Question and Topix) on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/justbetweenus Gabe learns the word for a particular figure of speech. r/scarysigns brings the group a post about skiing that prompts a story about Allison stuck in the snow. A wife learns that her husband's non-verbal communication doesn't mean what she thinks it means. Don't trust r/legaladvice. A subreddit creates some heated debate about airline seating. r/NotADragQueen...

Oct 23, 202329 min

Queer Dating Apps with Michael Kaye, An Unusual Poly Lie and Core Memories [TEASER]

Watch clips and listen to the full episodes (including International Question and Topix) on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/justbetweenus Allison jumps on a trampoline. A listener writes in because her fiance lied about a polyamory situation but not in the way you'd expect. Archer dating app's Michael Kaye talks about the future of dating for queer men, confronting discrimination on the apps, and his own adorable love story. Finally, Allison, Melisa and Gabe share their core memories. What was ...

Oct 18, 202325 min

Too Long Did Read (It): That Condom Is Lost To The Gods

Watch the full video on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/justbetweenus Gabe's go-to mental breakdown place is Jamba Juice. Scientists found a golden egg and they have no idea what it is. Gabe explains what "sapphic" means and who Sappho is. Melisa and Gabe know a lot about the Bible. A Redditor wants to know how to answer her boyfriend who keeps asking if he's her best lover. Why can't men go through a woman's purse even if she asks him to? Then, tales of condoms and moms on the internet! This h...

Oct 16, 202337 min

Conversion Therapy with Simon Kent Fung, Embracing Singlehood and Our Turn Offs [TEASER]

Watch clips and listen to the full episodes (including International Question and Topix) on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/justbetweenus Gabe and Allison meticulously share their morning routines. Then, a listener writes in to see if there is any way she can love being single. Next, podcaster Simon Kent Fun joins the chat to talk about his experience with conversion therapy and the Catholic Church. Finally, what are our turn offs? And why is it when people say they are empaths? This has been a...

Oct 11, 202325 min

Too Long, Did Read (It): You're Not Allowed To Experience Or Express Sadness

Allison gets some test results back live on air. r/CasualConversation bans sadness. Gabe needs everyone to introduce themselves. An agoraphobe gets a win. Melisa witnessed a wild fight in high school. Gabe and Melisa loved Slingo. Allison can't think of anything to think about. Melisa might have synesthesia. Then, there's a threeway Reddit or Not. Hold onto your butts! Watch clips and listen to this podcast ad-free https://www.patreon.com/justbetweenus This has been a Gallison Production Produce...

Oct 09, 202332 min

Intersex Advocacy with Alicia Roth Weigel, Going From Friends To Lovers, and Road Rage [TEASER]

Allison got two book deals! Congratulate her!! Then, a listener writes in about the struggles of transitioning their relationship with their best friend back into a sexual and romantic one. "Inverse Cowgirl" author and intersex activist Alicia Roth Weigel joins to combat misconceptions about intersex identity, advocacy for trans and intersex children, and dating! In Hypotheticals, pastors, groupies, and "doctors." Finally, road rage. Who has it? Where does it come from? Gabe's sister is a lunati...

Oct 04, 202329 min

Too Long, Did Read (It): You Were The Ocean And I Was The Sky

Melisa knows how to use tags and how long before a post is a spoiler. An ER nurse has a supernatural experience. Allison pissed her pants at the mall. A psychic gave Melisa a message from relatives who passed. Gabe is obsessed with r/Radiology and the freaky X-rays people post. Fish puns! Pool rules! Celine Dion! Everyone shares their playlists. Watch clips and listen to this podcast ad-free https://www.patreon.com/justbetweenus Take our survey https://forms.gle/br7Acu3ykhJmpiTs6 This has been a...

Oct 02, 202335 min
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