Just Break Up: Relationship Advice from Your Queer Besties

Sierra DeMulder and Sam Blackwell•www.justbreakuppod.com

Sam & Sierra may not be therapists, but they will tell it to you straight (even if they aren’t). Each episode, they answer listeners’ questions with compassion, radical honesty, and all the relationship advice you don’t want—but definitely need. And no, it’s not always “just break up.” (Unless you really should!)

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Episodes

Episode 541: Navigating Romance in Early Sobriety

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who is wondering if her feelings for her longtime friend are strictly platonic while navigating early recovery. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, monthly office hours, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 12, 2025•32 min•Season 1Ep. 541

Episode 540: My Ex Died and I Feel Complicated

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who is suprised by how much grief she has for an ex who passed away. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, monthly office hours, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 10, 2025•37 min•Season 1Ep. 540

Episode 539: Returning to Yourself After a Year of Self-Betrayal

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who has lost his ex and might also lose his friends. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, monthly office hours, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 07, 2025•29 min•Season 1Ep. 539

Episode 538: Closing the Door (Even If We Love What's Behind It)

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who broke up with their ex but doesn't want to be out of their life for good. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, monthly office hours, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 05, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 538

Episode 537: But She's Just a Barista...

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who is feeling put off by her partner's different ambitions and lifestyle Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, monthly office hours, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 03, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 537

Episode 536: Staying Sane During the Post Breakup Spiral

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who is trying to get her ex to tell her exactly what she wants to hear. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, monthly office hours, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 31, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 536

Episode 535: My Boyfriend Loves to Correct Me

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who is tired with long, painful conflicts with her boyfriend where nothing is accomplished. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, monthly office hours, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 29, 2025•33 min•Season 1Ep. 535

Episode 534: Is It Hostile or Just a Hostel?

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone whose boyfriend didn't tell her he shared a hostel room with a stranger...who was a woman. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, monthly office hours, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 27, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 534

Episode 533: Unblocking During Climate Catastrophe

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who is wondering if she should reach out to her blocked ex to offer support during the LA wildfires. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, monthly office hours, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 24, 2025•31 min•Season 1Ep. 532

Episode 532: I Love Him But I Don't Want to Jump His Bones!

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who is not particularly sexually attracted to their beloved partner. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, monthly office hours, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 22, 2025•27 min•Season 1Ep. 532

Episode 531: An Ex-Lesbian Enters the Wild World of Dating Men

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who is newly bisexual and struggling to date men as a former lesbian. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, monthly office hours, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 20, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 531

Episode 530: How To Break Up With Someone!

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who knows she should just break up but can't figure out how to do it. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, monthly office hours, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 17, 2025•28 min•Season 1Ep. 530

Episode 529: His New GF Is Not An Improved Version of You

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone whose ex is now dating someone with the same name and who makes similar art. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, monthly office hours, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 15, 2025•28 min•Season 1Ep. 529

Episode 528: Don't Get Stuck Mothering This Grown Man

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who is waiting for her boyfriend to grow up. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, monthly office hours, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 13, 2025•43 min•Season 1Ep. 528

Episode 527: Stuck in the Waiting Room of My Life

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who feels stuck in a waiting room after his estranged father was just diagnosed with cancer. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, monthly office hours, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 10, 2025•33 min•Season 1Ep. 527

Episode 526: It's Time to Lay Down Your Sword

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who is feeling discouraged after his very intense but very unhealthy relationship with his ex. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, monthly office hours, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 08, 2025•32 min•Season 1Ep. 526

Episode 525: Communication Confusion

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who wants to have emotional and introspective conversations with her partner but he doesn't seem to be able to. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, monthly office hours, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 06, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 525

Episode 524: Super Avoidant Attachment Girl

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who isn't sure if she wants to break up with her boyfriend or if it's just her avoidant attachment style. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, exclusive livestreams, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 03, 2025•29 min•Season 1Ep. 524

Episode 523: Honestly, I'm Leading Myself On

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who is looking for permission to end her unavailable, long-distance situationship. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, exclusive livestreams, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 01, 2025•27 min•Season 1Ep. 523

Episode 522: The Orgasm Gap

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who is scared to talk to her boyfriend about her ability to orgasm. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, exclusive livestreams, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 30, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 520

Episode 521: Am I Being Mistreated Or Am I Just Too Sensitive?

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who is wondering if she is being mistreated in her exhausting relationship or if she is just too sensitive. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, exclusive livestreams, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 20, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 518

Episode 520: This Sounds Like a Christmas Movie

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who is going on a Christmas trip with his friend who he is also maybe in love with. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, exclusive livestreams, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 18, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 513

Episode 519: My Toxic Ex Still Owes Me Money

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who took on a large amount of debt with her toxic ex. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, exclusive livestreams, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 16, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 519

Episode 518: Can't Unhear The Mean Things You Said

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who is struggling to forget the cruel things their partner said. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, exclusive livestreams, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 13, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 518

Episode 517: Who Has This Strap On Been In Before?

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who can't stop getting upset when they think about their partner's past sex life. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, exclusive livestreams, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 11, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 517

Episode 516: You Can't Grow a Relationship In Resentful Soil

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who is resenting her boyfriend of 5 years. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, exclusive livestreams, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 09, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 516

Episode 515: Remembering The Reality, Not Just The Romance

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who can't stop thinking about getting back together with his cheating ex. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, exclusive livestreams, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 06, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 515

Episode 514: What To Do With A Professional Crush

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who has a crush on their professional colleague/friend (while being happily married). Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, exclusive livestreams, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 04, 2024•28 min•Season 1Ep. 514

Episode 513: Learn This Lesson Now

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone whose boyfriend "loses his self control" when his ex-girlfriend comes back into his life. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, exclusive livestreams, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 02, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 515

Episode 512: My Boyfriend Cheated And My President Is A Rapist

Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone who is wondering how she will ever trust men again after being betrayed by yet another one. Join us on Patreon for an extra weekly episode, exclusive livestreams, and more! SUBMIT: justbreakuppod.com FACEBOOK: /justbreakuppod INSTAGRAM: @justbreakuppod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 29, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 510

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