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Conversations with Nation is a seasonal podcast that takes a deep dive into understanding the current state of our culture and having honest conversations about how to move forward.
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In this week's episode, we start our series on instant gratification and the ways it shows up in our daily lives. Episode 23 is all about instant gratification in our finances. Briana shares the moment she realized she need to create an emergency saving account. B.Nation shares what her journey has been analyzing her monthly spending patterns. *************************************** Stay tuned to the end of the episode to join the “After-Party” a peek inside Briana and BNation’s pre-sh...
Welcome back, Welcome back! On this episode BNation and Briana catch up from holiday break and revel their BIG surprise! This episode is all about having difficult conversations. Wether its with a close family member, friend, or partners talking about the “hard” stuff is never easy. Briana dives into why she has been avoiding having a difficult conversation with a loved one. B.Nation shares her journey in getting more comfortable saying “hard” things while finding balance in the deliv...
In this weeks episode we talk about respectability politics and how it influences our behavior in different settings. Briana talks about navigating respectability politics at work. BNation talks about navigating respectability politics within relationships. The pair then determine through sharing experiences that in order to grow they may have to be occasionally accountable. *************************************** Stay tuned to the end of the episode to join the “After-Party” a p...
On this week's episode we attempt to figure "it" out! We explore some of our favorite conspiracy theories for example, "Is capitalism just a tool to keep us all distracted?" Briana attempts to understand why the milk section is always the MOST busiest section in the grocery store and B.Nation explores why being an adult is so expensive. We had so much fun recording this episode. It is one that you do not want to miss! Stay tuned to the end of the episode to join the “After-Party” a pe...
In this weeks episode B.Nation and Briana talk about communication and the ways in which their childhoods influence their communication styles. B.Nation dives into her experience with having a more direct communication style and Briana talks about her experience with having a more passive communication style. The pair then explore the dynamic of communicating as cohosts and friends. Stay tuned to the end of the episode to join the “After-Party” a peek inside Briana and BNa...
In this episode your favorite accountability buddies dumpster dive in the world of dating. Briana and B.Nation share their best worst dating stories. B.Nation shares her dating criteria. Briana shares some pro-tips to make sure you are dating safely. The pair then share the importance of financial stability while dating. Stay tuned to the end of the episode to join the “After-Party” a peek inside Briana and BNation’s pre-show warm-up. Trigger Warning: It is Completely Unscripted ...
Welcome back, Welcome back, Welcome back! This week we are joined by friend of the Pod, Mr. LEX B.U.B. As a writer, actor, director, producer, entrepreneur and #GirlDad, LEX shares his thoughts around being occasionally accountable. The teams dives into a vulnerable discussion about their experiences in love, self growth and mental health. This is one you do not want to miss. Stay tuned to the end of the episode to join the “After-Party” a peek inside Briana an...
In this super sweet sixteen episode, the OA Pod fam is joined by our very first guest, JoJo The Comedian. JoJo The Comedian is a midwest native, and up and coming comedian. This episode we talk all about the courage you need to chase after your dreams. We had so much fun this episode. You do not want to miss it. Be sure to check out JoJo The Comedian on all social media platforms: @jojothecomedian
TLC said it best, "What about your friends?" In the episode your favorite accountability buddies talk about the challenges of trying to maintain adult relationship. Briana talks about what it feels when your friends busy schedules leaves you feeling neglected. B.Nation dives into her struggles with trying to make time for the people that she cares about. The pair then talk about how to set boundaries in relationships that no longer serve you. Stay tuned to the end of the episode ...
The best way to describe this episode is...UGH. In this week's episode we are reminded that it is okay to be tired. Briana talks about trying to strike the balance between wanting more out of life and expressing gratitude. B.Nation explores the exhaustion that comes with self-improvement. The pair then dive into a very interesting question. Is it possible to experience growth and comfort at the same time or does all growth come from discomfort? This episode is a little different t...
In this weeks episode your favorite accountability buddies explore what it means to people please. They learn that sometimes being your full self is not all effective in every environment. Briana explores the need to mask parts of herself in work settings and B.Nation expresses the challenges with being authentic around parental figures. Stay tuned to the end of the episode to join the “After-Party” a peek inside Briana and BNation’s pre-show warm-up. Trigger Warning: It i...
Welcome back fam. If you are anything like us we know that life can sometimes get a little hectic. In this weeks episode we explore what it means to be busy. Briana shares her current strategy for getting things done and confronts why she is always so "busy". BNation talks about the struggles of getting caught in the details of plans and the importance of eliminating unnecessary stress in our lives. Stay tuned to the end of the episode to join the “After-Party” a peek inside Bri...
This episode is all about apologizing and man was it hard! We learned that saying sorry is way more than just saying “Sorry”. Getting to the place of feeling remorse, acknowledging the pain you caused in others and making an effort not to do it again can be difficult. B.Nation shares some interesting survey insights from our listeners and your favorite accountability buddies give you an unscripted peek inside how they really handle conflict in their own relationship. This is one of thos...
Welcome back Accountability Buddies and happy 10th episode. In this episode B.Nation and Briana talk about balance. Briana talks about finding balance while going through a hectic week while Brittney talks about attempting to find balance in a romantic partnership. The pair then explore the balance between showing confidence and humility and navigating the signs to better understand when we have lost the balance in our own lives. Stay tuned to the end of the episode to join the “After...
Layoffs, broken water bottles, and engagement rings! (Oh My!) In this week's episode, the TEA is hot! Your favorite accountability buddies come to terms with what it means to be authentic. Briana questions what it means to be a conscience consumer and BNation discusses the best ways to navigate inauthenticity. Turning the lens on themselves, the pair determine the point that they are most authentic in their own lives. In the AITA segment, they decide if dipping your fiance's eng...
In this episode, Briana and BNation talk High School, BBL’s, Unicorns, Bottle Girls…… and Bullshxt. This week the pair explores how society has conditioned people to constantly seek validation. (Bullshxt!) Briana dives into how the need for control ties into the need to be validated and BNation explains why the world could use a lot more feminine energy. In the AITA segment, they decide if leaving your friends on “read” makes you an asshole. Stay tuned to the ...
In this week's episode Briana and B.Nation uncover their relationships with feedback. The two talk about why giving and receiving feedback is so hard. B.Nation dives into how perfectionism can impact feedback and Briana explores how too much feedback fuels her need for validation. This week we take a question from one of our listeners who asks, "Is it okay to be friends with an EX?!" Don't forget to add us on Instagram and TikTok at @the_OApodcast
In this weeks episode they are risking it all! 😈 That's right, episode 6 is all about Risk. Briana and B.Nation uncover the ways that risk has both helped and hindered them in their lives and boy do they get vulnerable. 😮💨 (Brené Brown, Queen of vulnerability, would be so proud! ) Briana talks about her experience with risk in relationships and B.Nation talks about her experience with risky relocation. In the AITA segment, your favorite accountability buddies decide if bei...
In this weeks episode, Briana and B.Nation tackle what it means to be abundant and the many ways abundance shows up in their lives. Briana talks about abundance in relationships and B.Nation explains her experience with destination anxiety. The two spill the tea on what it's like to be partners on the pod when there is an abundance of ideas and opinions. In the AITA segment, the pair determine if asking your partner ( who makes significantly less money) to contribute 50% toward ...
In this episode, B.Nation shares the importance of having "non-negotiables" in your relationships. B.Nation gives us a few of her non-negotiables and the reasons behind them. Briana shares why having non-negotiables can be hard and ways we can be more firm in our choices. The pair then share their physical non-negotiables in dating! In the post show, we play a game of this or that and see what Briana values more. **************************************************************** Youtube: http...
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