Hot and Bothered

<p>Chris Bruno and Cedar Shamp, two twenty-somethings living in Los Angeles, dish on everything that is hot and everything that bothers them. With a dry sense of humor, no filter, and endless stories to share, they recount their experiences dating men and navigating adulthood.</p>

Lingering Feelings & Flings

Send us a textCedar and Chris open this week’s episode with a once in a lifetime, duet performance that will leave you sick to your stomach! But don’t worry, they quickly get right back on track as Cedar continues to profess her love for her one and only while Chris attempts to explain that inexplainable connection we are all lusting for. The co-hosts do a deep dive on “love” and drunkenly try to reassure themselves that they have cracked the code on how to determine if the feeling is healthy...

11-19
58:16

The National Depression

Send us a textThis week, Chris and Cedar air their grievances with the most recent presidential election. A short and sweet episode to talk through some of the feelings *most* of us are experiencing regarding the outcome, and wrapping it up with some of the most unserious banter possible provided by Chris Bruno himself.

11-12
48:36

My Body My Choice, Douche(ing)

Send us a textHappy Election Day! Get out and vote, but remember that no one should tell you what to do with your body… interpret that how you wish. This week, Cedar reminds everyone to be mindful of the fact that when choosing your next boyfriend, you’re also choosing him for everyone else in your life. Chris deep dives on douching —because some self-care routines cross all relationship lines. Join us for another episode of manic chaos! x

11-05
01:00:10

THAT'S his Ex

Send us a textHappy ALMOST Halloween! Who’s ghosting someone this week? Chris has now learned the true definition of imposter syndrome and is obsessed with his latest self-diagnosis. Cedar applauds herself for not hating her exes new girlfriend, simply for the fact that she is her exes new girlfriend. And of course it wouldn’t be a true H&B episode without talks of Adderall, mushrooms, and delusional revelations.

10-29
47:42

Justice for Bottoms

Send us a textHappy Tuesday! Cedar and Chris are back with some more Q&A — answering submissions and giving advice absolutely no one will take. Chris talks about how much respect bottoms deserve and touches on how small the gay community can be in a large city. Cedar reassures everyone that they should, in fact, believe EVERYTHING they hear on the internet.

10-22
01:08:54

Booty Call Via Email

Send us a textThis week Cedar spills the tea on how one of her exes played her and another girl at the same time. But don’t worry, the girls obviously got their revenge. Chris vents about territorial friends and encourages everyone to not be weird. Other ADHD topics touch on “The Big One” and the two reveal their latest celebrity crushes.

10-15
56:50

Do NOT Listen to This

Send us a textWow, what a week… Catch up with your two besties discussing LA’s hottest social clubs, jealous lovers, service industry careers and much more. Chris talks about God knows what and fails to give any substantial information to prove his horribly thought out topic. Cedar is, for some reason, blacked out and attempts to discuss navigating how to deal with grief. Enjoy, yet another, emotional rollercoaster for your listening pleasure!

10-08
01:01:14

Western Medicine Fan Club

Send us a textIn this episode, we’re labeling ourselves the official “Western Medicine Fan Club” and, honestly, we’re not sorry about it. Chris and Cedar talk about all the things that make adulthood... a lot. We’re obsessed with our friends, but also super overwhelmed by all the adult responsibilities that come with life. From squatters (yes, we’re going there) to our love of pills (Adderall, anyone?) and the joys of modern medicine, it’s a wild ride. So grab a drink, pop a vitamin, and join...

10-01
54:06

Spilling YOUR Tea

Send us a textThis week we do another Q&A – spilling your tea, not ours. Listeners reached out with cringy sex stories, situationship drama, falling in love with a best friend, overprotective partners, navigating ‘friendships’ and being in love with an ex. Some bad advice and some mediocre – Chris and Cedar share their strong opinions and personal perspectives on YOUR tea.

09-24
01:00:37

Obsessively, Compulsively Single

Send us a textThis week Cedar and Chris decided to pick up the mics after a long, boozy dinner. But please rest assured that this typically results in amplified chaotic thoughts and even more unpopular opinions. Cedar opens up about her struggles and victories with OCD and Chris comes to terms with the fact that he will probably be single for eternity.

09-17
01:01:00

The Biggest Hypocrites You Know

Send us a textDISCLAIMER: No amount of disclaimers can justify anything that was said during this episode. Cedar talks about people’s use of inappropriate slurs while Chris attempts to justify his detest for people who “gossip”. In true H&B fashion, the episode turns into nothing but an ironic, shit talking, tea session.

09-10
54:53

Dirty Socks and Underwear

Send us a textHi divas! This week Cedar and Chris are switching things up a bit (thank God!) by answering a few more questions from their lovely and dedicated audience while providing nothing short of absolutely terrible advice. Cedar tells us about her eat, pray, love camping excursion paired with her medical anxieties. Chris lets everyone know that he has been a victim of men underwear shaming him. Enjoy!

09-03
57:37

Lust for Gold Digging

Send us a textThe cockroaches are out and they’re taking out a second mortgage to go to the gym and strictly dating men that buy them Louboutins and Chanel bags. Stock up on your Orange Guard.

08-27
56:20

Ghosting: The First Step is Admitting

Send us a textDo you ever feel like you’re on a hamster wheel trying to figure out what the next cool gym, grocery store, or niche hot girl thing is trending in LA? Well, you’re not alone. This week, Cedar and Chris discuss the exhaustion yet also excitement behind keeping up with the LA trends.

08-20
55:19

The Art of the First Date

Send us a textHi divas! This week Chris and Cedar take it upon themselves to give you unsolicited advice on ~drumroll~ DATING! Chris has a new, “healthy” approach to the topic while Cedar analyzes her own dating patterns. The two also swap stories on horrible kissers and give their opinions on their PDA limits.

08-13
48:08

Addressing the Rumors...

Send us a textWe couldn’t have done it without you. This week, Chris and Cedar answer all of your burning questions, while attempting to treat their hangovers from a hotel bed in New York. Always use caution when taking any advice provided on this show.

08-06
57:29

Don't Drop the Keys

Send us a textComing to you this week with more chaotic bits regarding, but not limited to: sleeping with strangers, escaping uncomfortable situations, calling anyone and everyone out for their BS, politics, mental breakdowns relating to politics, and much more.

07-30
59:48

Donald Trump is a Woman

Send us a textStarting the week off strong, Cedar tells more tales of the straight male community that will have your jaw on the floor. Chris expresses his love for ChatGPT which somehow leads to a conversation about afterlife. To finish things off, the pair spiral into an full fledged identity crisis.

07-23
59:35

Hypnotherapy & Bar Fights

Send us a textChris, in his typical state of desperation, has now turned to a Hypnotherapist to receive some sort of validation and reassurance. Cedar questions if it’s possible or healthy to remain friends with an ex-lover while being in a new relationship. Can you guess which one of these two idiots got into a bar brawl?

07-16
01:06:05

Downward Spiral

Send us a textFollow along this week in an episode that builds up to a full on mental and emotional spiral for both Chris and Cedar.

07-09
58:03

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