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Help! We Started A Podcast!

Life doesn’t come with instructions, but it definitely comes with regrets, awkward moments, and a whole lot of “Did that really just happen?” So, we started a podcast — not because we have it all figured out, but because we don’t. Here, we talk about the stuff that keeps you up at night and the thoughts you laugh at by morning. Dreams, failures, what-ifs, and the occasional overshare — nothing’s off-limits. Think of it as a heart-to-heart with friends who won’t judge (but might laugh a

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00:31:40

Beauty, the Beast, and Getting Shrekked

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2025/09/17

Fairytales promised us happily ever after. Modern datinggave us “Shrekking”—the trend where people date down, assuming a lessattractive partner will treat them better, only to end up ghosted, dumped, orwrecked anyway. It’s like trying to outsmart heartbreak with bargain-bin logic,and spoiler alert: it doesn’t work.In this episode, we break down why “Shrekking” isn’t just afunny meme word but a symptom of how burned-out dating culture has become. Fromthe myths we tell ourselves about attraction, to

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00:36:01

Gratitude Scam

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2025/09/10

Melodrama, guilt trips, and emotional receipts — welcome to the Filipino concept of utang na loob. In this episode, we tear apart the cultural debt that makes you say “yes po” even when you’re dying inside. From family manipulation to workplace exploitation and the romantic hostage situations disguised as love, we explore why gratitude can feel more like extortion with a smile. Sarcastic, blunt, and absurdly relatable — this one’s for anyone who’s tired of being billed for debts they never agreed

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00:29:57

Tripping Over My Own Feet

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2025/09/07

Ever feel like you’re constantly trippingover yourself, sabotaging the very life you want? You’re not alone. Thisepisode dives deep into the inner saboteur we all carry—why it exists, how itoperates, and what it takes to finally start outsmarting it. No shallow peptalks here. Expect stories, science, and unapologetic honesty about what itreally means to be your own worst enemy.

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00:32:07

I’m Fine (But Not Really)

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2025/09/06

They say “It’s okay not to be okay, basta wag kamagpanggap.” Cute, but let’s be real—every single one of us is pretendinghalf the time. We fake smiles at work, laugh at jokes we don’t get, and answer“I’m fine” while quietly falling apart. That’s not lying—that’s surviving.In this episode,Ryan tears into the guilt trip of “don’t pretend” and flips the cliché on itshead. Because sometimes, masks aren’t about faking—it’s about functioning.Sometimes, pretending is exactly what keeps us moving.So buckle

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00:32:59

Rewind and Play or Move on?

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2025/09/04

Ever wonder if you’d hit “replay” on your life, knowing the happiest momentscome with inevitable heartbreak? Today we explore the ultimate what-if: wouldyou relive love, laughter, and life’s peak moments—even if it hurts again? Weunpack the psychology of nostalgia, the sociology of curated happiness, and thephilosophy of pleasure vs. pain… all with sarcasm, wit, and pop culture cameosfrom Click, The Family Man, and even Scrooge’s three ghosts.Buckle up—this ride through joy, regret, and everything

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00:30:45

The Scoreboard

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2025/09/04

Success: the wordthat fuels entire economies, ruins sleep schedules, and makes you buy thingsyou don’t need just to impress people who aren’t watching. In this episode, wedismantle the cultural scoreboard, dig into the psychology of why we chase it,and peek at the philosophers who tried—and failed—to give us an answer.Serious? Yes. Sarcastic? Absolutely. Ultimately, it’s a survival guide foranyone tired of playing a rigged game. This episode isbrought to you by The Cultural Scoreboard™—remindingyou

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00:29:53

The Evil Twins of Productivity: Perfectionism &...

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2025/08/29

What’s the difference between a perfectionist and a procrastinator? Trick question — sometimes, there isn’t one. One delays because it’s “not perfect yet,” the other delays because “there’s still time.” Either way, nothing gets done.In this episode of Help, We Started a Podcast!, we dive into the messy overlap where perfectionism becomes procrastination, and procrastination pretends to be perfectionism. We’ll break down the excuses we all sellourselves (“I’m just planning,” “I’ll know when the time

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00:40:42

Filipino Traits That Need to Retire Yesterday

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2025/08/29

Ever been late and blamed “Filipino Time”? Got roasted by Tita about your weight or marital status? Or told, “Sayang ka…” like your worth depends on hitting some imaginary checklist? Yeah, we’ve all been there.In this episode of Help, We Started a Podcast!, I dive deep into the everyday toxic traits that sneak into Pinoy culture—from family pressures and social habits to mentality traps like crab mentality and victim mindset. We laugh, we cringe, and we unpack why these habits are holding us back…

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00:29:44

Not Your Type, Maybe Someday

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2025/08/28

Ever liked someone… but just not like that? Not unattractive, not annoying, just… not your type—physically, emotionally, or energetically. In this episode, we dive into the gray zone of modern attraction: the awkward space between friendship,romantic potential, and that elusive spark that may—or may not—ever appear.We unpack the guilt, social pressure, and polite fibs that come with telling someone, “I like you, but not in that way,” while exploring why physical attraction matters (or doesn’t) in

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00:43:52

Soft Crying, Hard Truths: Narcissism in Real Life

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2025/08/27

What’s the difference between confidence and cruelty? Why does 'self-love' sometimes feel like emotional terrorism? In this episode, Judge Ryan sits down with April—a communication major turned safety investigator who somehow went from the wine industry to making sure workplaces stay in check—to untangle the messy, glamorous, and occasionally soul-crushing world of narcissism. From romantic entanglements to family dynamics, we break down love-bombing, ghosting, soft narcissism, and the

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00:27:34

Dating the Highlight Reel

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2025/08/26

Ever felt like you were dating someone’s highlight reel instead of a real human being? This episode dives into the world of performative dating—where men flex their “alpha” routines and women curate their “cool girl” personas, all while hiding the messy, complicated truth underneath. We’ll unpack why people perform in relationships, from psychology’s “life is a stage” theory to the ways insecurity and social pressure push us into costumes we didn’t even know we were wearing.But don’t worry, this

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00:32:51

Karma Chameleon

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2025/08/25

Ever feel like you’re carrying someone else’s mess, fixing problems that aren’t yours, or giving advice that nobody asked for? In this episode of Help! We Started a Podcast!, Judge Ryan dives into the delicate art of letting people face their own consequences—aka karma. Wise, sarcastic, and brutally honest, this one’s about observing human stubbornness, preserving your energy, and realizing that sometimes the kindest act isn’t saving someone—it’s stepping back and watching them stumble beautifully

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00:23:13

Melancholy and the Infinite Sadness

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2025/08/23

Melancholy, absurdity, and cosmic pranks collide in this episode of Help! We Started a Podcast. We dive into the sneaky ways modern life makes us feel simultaneously alive and ridiculous—from scrolling through curated perfection to existential crises that hit while brushing your teeth. Sarcastic, reflective, and occasionally absurd, we explore how noticing,laughing at, and surviving life’s little disasters is actually a superpower.Along the way, we dissect the chaos of longing, the humor in tragedy,

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00:26:13

FOMO, Finals & The Fear of Missing Out on Life

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2025/08/22

Ever feel like everyone else is winning at life while you’re still stuck scrolling, stressing, or staring at the ceiling? Join Ryan as he tears apart social and academic FOMO, exposes the treadmill of credentials, and serves philosophy, psychology, and sarcasm in equal measure. Spoiler: missing out might be the best thing you do today.

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00:28:04

Insult Speedrun: Why We Don’t Debate Anymore

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2025/08/21

Remember when debates had full sentences, pauses, maybe even respect? Yeah, me neither. These days, we’ve traded dialogue for quickfire labels — “tanga,” “loser,” “DDS,” “Dilawan” — instant seasoning for our shallow arguments. In this episode, we unpack why real debate got replaced by verbal speedruns, why it feels good in the moment but leaves everyone dumber, and how we can crawl back to actual conversations. Spoiler: it’s harder than just pressing comment.

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00:26:48

Why Perfect Messages Are a Total Sus

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2025/08/20

Ever spent 38 minutes overthinking a single text? Congratulations, you’re human. In this episode, we break down why tiny typos, awkward timing, and messy messages actually make you more charming, why over-curated flirting can accidentally mimic narcissist energy, and how perfect grammar won’t save you if your “perfect” text lands in a void… pala!Packed with sarcasm, unsolicited wisdom, and the occasional existential wink, we explore human connection, spontaneity, and the subtle art of being

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00:28:35

Starring: My Panic Brain in 4K

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2025/08/20

In this hilarious and relatable monologue, Judge Ryan will take you on a deep dive into his own mind, a place where a simple "Quick Chat" can trigger a full-blown internal crisis. He introduces us to Cecil B. DeAnxiety, his brain's personified drama director, and its co-pilot, Toxic Empathy, which causes him to absorb everyone else’s stress. From scripting his own termination over an email to navigating the debilitating chaos of everyday decisions, Ryan details the absurd worst-case

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00:36:18

The People at your Funeral

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2025/08/18

When it’s all said and done, and you're boxed up in a pine casket with a poorly framed photo on display—who’s showing up? The people at your funeral or the pesos in your bank account: which one matters more?In this episode, we dig deep (not six feet deep, relax) into the uncomfortable but necessary question of what really defines a meaningful life. Is it the wealth you stack, the titles you collect, or the quiet legacy you leave behind in hearts, not spreadsheets? And if you had to choose

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00:27:22

It Ends With You

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2025/08/18

The trauma you carried wasn’t yours tobegin with—but what if you could turn it into your power? In this episode, weexplore the four-stage journey from pain imposed to wisdom earned. We discusshow to identify the "residue" of childhood trauma, the alchemy oftransforming pain in the 'messy middle,' and the radical act of deciding thecycle ends with you. Finally, we explore the profound gifts of the scar—theempathy, resilience, and joy that arise, not from the wound, but from

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00:34:42

Emotional Déjà Vu: Why You Keep Dating Your Own Drama

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2025/08/17

Why does your love life feel like a broken record stuck on the worst track? Spoiler: it’s not bad luck—it’s your brain’s stubborn addiction to familiar pain and unhealed childhood patterns. In this episode, we unravel the mess you keep attracting, from the helper complex to invisible players, and why drama feels like love’s ugly cousin. Ready to break the cycle without losing your edge? Tune in for brutal honesty, sarcastic truths, and a roadmap to rewriting your emotionalscript. No fluff, just the

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