Hello and Goodbye

Ep 033: Traveling Situationships

Pack your bags because this episode is all about travel! Leanna Joan and Jared Rodrigues discuss different travel situations that may come up when you are traveling with a romantic partner, including, who should pay, how to bring up travel finances with your partner, how to handle normal bodily functions, where to do your "business", how to handle when one partner is a planner and the other is not and what happens when things go wrong? Leanna also talks in detail about her recent trip with her partner and what came up for them, including a job offer and a close encounter with a town sheriff, as Jared also gives personal examples from past relationships and travel experiences, including his recent trip. And, all of these situations and examples can be applied to traveling with friends or solo! Make sure to follow us on instagram @helloandgoodbyepodcast, @_leannajoan and @therealjaredrodrigues,  subscribe to our patreon account, www.patreon.com/helloandgoodbyepodcast! Happy traveling!

 

Podcast and music produced by:  dustinlaumusic@gmail.com

Ep 032: Practice Makes Dating Perfect feat. Jared "Psych" Laurence of Modern Flirting

Ready to practice your flirting skills? Leanna welcomes Jared "Psych" Laurence, founder of Modern Flirting and author of "The Psychology of Modern Flirting" and "How to Meet Your Dream Girl Tonight". Jared shares how he got into this business, including his experiences of rejection and depression as a younger man, and then his journey into finding confidence through specific social skills and consistent practice. He discusses how he works with men (and women) in his program, in order to give them the confidence they need to not only be successful in their love lives but also in their careers and social circles. Jared then gives specific examples of basic flirting, how to approach a women and what men really think about sex on the first date. Finally, Leanna and co-host, Jared Rodrigues, catch up on the week, share thoughts about the new merch, have a heartfelt conversation about the fear of intimacy, and finish the episode off with some great dating advice from the listeners. Make sure to follow Jared "Psych" Laurence on instagram @jared_pscyh_laurence and follow us @helloandgoodbyepodcast, @_leannajoan and @therealjaredrodrigues. Also, join the H&G hive on facebook, find us on twitter @hello_bye_pod, and go check out the patreon, www.patreon.com/helloandgoodbyepodcast. Enjoy! Xoxo

Podcast and music produced by:  dustinlaumusic@gmail.com

Ep 031: Talking About Trauma

It's just Leanna and Jared in this special episode as they talk about trauma. Jared comes to the table with his extensive knowledge and research on the subject and talks about what trauma actually is, different types of trauma, the physical and emotional impacts of trauma and how trauma can affect everyday life. Jared and Leanna then discuss treatment options, the importance of finding treatment and the process of reintegration. Finally, they talk about how trauma can come into dating and relationships and Leanna shares some personal stories of how this has come up in her current relationship, not to mention, their weekly updates, recommendations and an exciting update on merch! Make sure to follow us on instagram @helloandgoodbyepodcast, @_leannajoan and @therealjaredrodrigues and subscribe to the patreon, www.patreon.com/helloandgoodbyepodcast! And a big thank you to our partner VeeFresh. To receive 10% off your order, use code HELLO2020 when you check out at www.veefresh.com. Enjoy! Xoxo

 

Podcast and music produced by:  dustinlaumusic@gmail.com

 

 

 

Ep 030: Dating a Co-Worker, Dating Signals and Daring the "L" Word

Welcome back to the second episode where we take YOUR questions! Leanna and Jared discuss and give their advice about dating app profile suggestions, when to tell if a guy likes you, when you should pursue or stop pursuing someone, if you should date your co-worker, when you should say "I love you", and how Leanna and Jared became friends. The two also banter back and forth in the beginning as they discuss the Patreon page makeover, a fire evacuation, who kissed who first, the beginnings of relationships and how effective communication can help create co-security. Make sure to follow us on instagram @helloandgoodbyepodcast, @_leannajoan and @therealjaredrodrigues and subscribe to the Patreon, www.patreon.com/helloandgoodbyepodcast. Enjoy! Xoxo

Podcast and music produced by:  dustinlaumusic@gmail.com

Ep 029: Project Soulmate feat. Lori Zaslow and Jennifer Zucher of Project Soulmate

You're about to get an inside look into the lives of two driven, intelligent and hilarious matchmakers! Leanna and Jared welcome Lori Zaslow and Jennifer Zucher, founders of Project Soulmate, a boutique, matchmaking service based out of NYC. Lori and Jenn have been doing matchmaking for 13 years and have been on Bravo TV's "Love Brokers". They talk about how they made the natural transition into matchmaking, how the process of matchmaking works, how they encourage their clients to date outside of their natural "normal" and what specifically they look for when matching clients to their database. Leanna and Jared then spend some time processing the interview, talk about their thoughts about matchmaking, and go into depth about platonic friendships between men and women. The two also discuss Jared's most recent dating update, Leanna's update with her current relationship, foot fetishes and sweet messages from listeners. Make sure to follow Lori and Jenn on instagram @projectsoulmate and follow us @helloandgoodbyepodcast, @_leannajoan and @therealjaredrodrigues. And make sure to subscribe to the patreon, www.patreon.com/helloandgoodbyepodcast. Enjoy! Xoxo

 

Podcast and music produced by:  dustinlaumusic@gmail.com

Ep 028: How to Keep Your Vee Fresh feat. Natasha Semago of VeeFresh

This one is all about your vee! And men, this is for you, too. Leanna welcomes Natasha Semago, founder and CEO of VeeFresh, to talk about how to keep your vee healthy and fresh. Natasha explains how her own experience with chronic vaginal infections inspired her to start this company that provides solutions for women to maintain a balanced vaginal pH, fight against infections, and help women take back their confidence. Natasha explains what bacterial and yeast infections are, symptoms, how they are usually treated and how the treatment can become an unfortunate, endless cycle of bouncing between antibiotics, which Leanna discusses during the sharing of her personal experience with vaginitis. The two then discuss the products that have been life-changing in helping to fight off and prevent infections, including UTI infections. Finally, Natasha talks about specific things that both women and men can do to help prevent unnecessary infections and help promote a healthy vagina and Leanna shares a hilarious story from a past situationship. Co-host, Jared, also joins in on the intro of this episode to chat with Leanna about life updates and the art of instagram. Make sure to follow VeeFresh on instagram @veefresh and join in on the Facebook group fun, "Vee Babes- A Safe Place for Girl Talk". Also, follow us on insta @helloandgoodbyepodcast, @_leannajoan and @therealjaredrodrigues, and subscribe to my Patreon account www.patreon.com/helloandgoodbyepodcast! 

 

Special thank you to our partner VeeFresh. To receive 10% off your order, use code HELLO2022 when you check out at www.veefresh.com.

 

Podcast and music produced by:  dustinlaumusic@gmail.com

Ep 027: My Story (Pt. 2)

You've been waiting patiently, and it's finally here! Jared interviews Leanna for round two of "My Story" as Leanna shares details from the time of her engagement up to the first few years of her marriage. They discuss preparing for the wedding, the wedding, honeymoon, the first year of marriage and how Leanna and her ex-husband transitioned into adulthood together, while finishing school, finding jobs and buying a house. Together, Leanna's vulnerability and Jared's empathy will have you wanting more as the episode leaves off on a massive cliffhanger. They also talk in the intro about what's currently happening in their dating lives, "Hello and Goodbye's" glow up, book and music recommendations, Leanna's feet, Jared's tape and a small rant on why women do not need men to chase them. You don't want to miss this episode! Make sure to follow us on instagram @helloandgoodbyepodcast, @_leannajoan, @therealjaredrodrigues and you can now find us at the new website www.helloandgoodbyepodcast.com. Enjoy! Xoxo

 

Podcast and music produced by:  dustinlaumusic@gmail.com

Ep 026: Now You're Speaking My Love Language

Ready to dive into love languages? Leanna and co-host, Jared, explore the language of love, from Gary Chapman's book "The Five Love Languages". They talk about how love languages can play into relationships and actually enhance your connection with your partner, friend or even family, as well as, discuss their top love languages and how that has played into past relationships. They also spend the intro catching up on life including Jared's recent trip to Philadelphia and an odd dating app interaction, and details into Leanna's dating life and coaching program! Follow us on insta @helloandgoodbyepodcast, @_leannajoan and @therealjaredrodrigues. And make sure to subscribe to my Patreon account www.patreon.com/helloandgoodbyepodcast! Enjoy! Xo

 

Podcast and music produced by:  dustinlaumusic@gmail.com

Ep 025: Let's Talk Sex feat. April Davis of The Vagina Blog

You might want to use your earphones for this episode! Leanna welcomes April Davis of "The Vagina Blog" and "The Vagina Blog Podcast" to talk about all things sex! April shares her knowledge around creating healthy sexuality, orgasms, talking with your partner about sex, finding the "g" spot, porn, mixed-libido relationships, letting go of sexual expectations, masturbation, vibrators and casual sex. Finally, the two wrap up with a conversation about body image, loving yourself and how that can play into a healthy sex life. Make sure to follow April on instagram @thevaginablog and follow me @helloandgoodbyepodcast and @_leannajoan! To receive 10% off your order with VeeFresh, use code HELLO2020 at www.veefresh.com. 

 

Podcast and music produced by:  dustinlaumusic@gmail.com

Ep 024: When Dating Meets Spirituality or Non-Spirituality (Pt. 2)

In the return of the dating and spirituality/non-spirituality conversation, Leanna and co-host, Jared, discuss how spirituality plays into dating apps, their own preferences of what they look for on dating apps, how and when to bring up religion in conversation, what to look for if you're wanting to be with someone of the same religion and if relationships can be harmonious when the two have different beliefs. Jared also discusses what he identifies himself as, Leanna goes into more detail of her Christianity and each discusses what kind of partners they would feel most comfortable with. Most importantly, they discuss the importance of being respectful no matter what others' beliefs are (with some exceptions). Leanna also gives a detailed follow-up of her dating life and her dating program and Jared talks about a recent experience on Hinge that went south. Follow us on insta @helloandgoodbyepodcast, @_leannajoan and @therealjaredrodrigues. And make sure to subscribe to my Patreon account www.patreon.com/helloandgoodbyepodcast! 

 

Podcast and music produced by:  dustinlaumusic@gmail.com