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As Your Friend

18 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 113 ratings

Hop in the passenger seat with two 30 somethings who take you over the potholes and through the intersections of life.

Hosts Ashley (@everydaypursuits) and Eddie (@edvanced) are the bffs you didn’t know you had.

Pack your emotional baggage and buckle up while they take you on a road trip with candid convos, throwback jams, and adult realness. Don’t worry, there will be pit stops to fill up your inquisitive tanks as we sip slurpees and spill tea. Yes, because we multitask up in here.

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Episodes

Sober Curiosity with Emily Pope

September 04, 2019 14:11 - 55 minutes - 126 MB

We’ve all been there: waking up on a Saturday morning hungover and thinking “I’m never drinking again!” Well, there are some who keep their promise and the shift has proven transformative. This week we’re chatting Sobriety with our friend Emily Pope, Co-founder of The Temper, a platform that explores life through the lens of sobriety, addiction, and recovery. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to hit rock bottom to decide that alcohol isn’t serving you. We discuss the growing Sober...

Touchbase: Assumptions and Q + A

August 21, 2019 15:51 - 46 minutes - 107 MB

We're taking a minute to answers your Qs and also debunking your assumptions. Is Eddie the life of the party? Is Ashley insanely wealthy? Apparently the fam thinks so! What's happening with babies, houses, and how can Andy trust Ashley so much?  Also chatting about motivation, confidence, best life decisions, and career moves!  Hosts: Ashley Torres (@everydaypursuits) and Eddie Watkins (@edvanced) Don’t forget to follow us on IG: @asyourfriendspodcast  

Knowledge is Power: Fertility Chat with Dr. Roohi Jeelani

August 13, 2019 14:54 - 48 minutes - 111 MB

Knowledge is power: the more your know the more you can make well informed decisions. We sit down with Dr. Roohi Jeelani, a Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility Specialist to talk about all things fertility.  When should you start thinking about freezing your eggs? (2:30) You’ll never guess peak fertility age! And did you know this is when you’re most fertile when getting off the pill? (20:00) Deets on Zika, IUI vs IVF, at home fertility tests, family planning for same-sex couples,...

The 411 on Open Relationships

August 05, 2019 15:59 - 52 minutes - 121 MB

Curious about open relationships? It’s not just about the sex, guys. We sit down with Imari + Vero who have been in an open relationship for over year and half. Has pop culture sensationalized the lifestyle (11:15)? Do they ever get jealous (15:53)? We have very real discussion on ownership vs. community (24:00), is this just a phase? (27:00), do their parents know? (36:31) and SO MUCH MORE. We hope you walk away from this episode with a better understanding of open relationships and why i...

It’s All in the CBDetails

July 30, 2019 16:35 - 47 minutes - 109 MB

Is CBD a fad or is it here to stay? We're chatting with Ellese Symons the VP of Marketing at CBDistillery about ALL things CBD. We're getting a little scientific, talking dosages (18:13) and reasons to take CBD (23:00). Can you fly with CBD (11:14)? Can you pass a drug test (30:00)? All the answers are in this episode.  PS: podcast fam and EDPfam get 10% off at at CBDistillery with code: EDP10. Hosts: Ashley Torres (@everydaypursuits) and Eddie Watkins (@edvanced) Don’t forget to follo...

Making Money Moves

July 22, 2019 16:26 - 50 minutes - 116 MB

We're really adulting today with Ashley's Financial Advisor. He answers all the questions you submitted about finances in a relationship (14:00) + (34:15). The truth about savings if your a woman. Girl, you're not going to want to hear it but it's SO important (15:49). How to tackle debt, retirement, and more.  You'll walk away with at least three takeaways to get yourself financial fit. Hosts: Ashley Torres (@everydaypursuits) and Eddie Watkins (@edvanced) Don’t forget to follow us on...

Touchbase: We've missed you!

July 15, 2019 13:42 - 35 minutes - 82.5 MB

Season two is upon us! Eddie and Ashley touchbase on what's been happening the past few months like BLL, Pride, and summer adventures. They share deets on what's coming up this season: CBD, Fertility, Finance, and more. Plus, you'll never guess the ultimate hangover cure (4:45).   Hosts: Ashley Torres (@everydaypursuits) and Eddie Watkins (@edvanced)   Don’t forget to follow us on IG: @asyourfriendspodcast

Touchbase: Trash the Timeline

April 22, 2019 14:27 - 32 minutes - 74 MB

30 is just a number, not a mile marker for success. Eddie and Ashley touchbase on how they're feeling about career, marriage, kids, and houses. ADULT THINGS. Eddie expresses concerns about being married by 40 (4:00) and Ashley talks about how she thinks she'll get pregnant (15:00). The episode closes with a nice reminder to focus on what makes you happy!    Read more about Trashing the Timeline on Everyday Pursuit's Recent Blog Post. Hosts: Ashley Torres (@everydaypursuits) and Eddie ...

Digital Dagital

April 15, 2019 14:10 - 42 minutes - 96.5 MB

Let's get digital! 7 hrs of screen time a day? 2,000 email notifications? Are you sweating yet? We're diving into tech tendencies and what that says about each of us plus tips for getting back to REAL human connection.   Hosts: Ashley Torres (@everydaypursuits) and Eddie Watkins (@edvanced) Don’t forget to follow us on IG: @asyourfriendspodcast

Body Positivity + Self Confidence with Curvy Model Kristina Zias

April 01, 2019 15:37 - 52 minutes - 121 MB

Here's the reality: everyone’s Facetuning something. Whether you're a VS model, a Kardash, or just a gal trying to live your best life... we are all feeling the pressures to look a certain way. Curvy Model + Body Positive Fashion Blogger Kristina Zias chats with us about her breaking point and how she found self love. We're also chatting body shaming and things we can all do to be nicer to ourselves.    Hosts: Ashley Torres (@everydaypursuits) and Eddie Watkins (@edvanced) Guest: Krist...

Sex Therapy with Dr. Shannon Chavez

March 25, 2019 04:50 - 44 minutes - 103 MB

It’s getting speecy spicy! Licensed Sex Therapist Dr. Shannon Chavez (@drshannonchavez) is answering all the questions. We’re talking about how to battle low libido (5:00) and tips for re-igniting the flame (26:00). Are open relationships trending (17:30)? Dr. Chavez gives us the 411. We’re really getting into ALL. THE. THINGS. that are bound to make your week a little steamier.  Hosts: Ashley Torres (@everydaypursuits) and Eddie Watkins (@edvanced) Guest: Dr. Shannon Chaves (@drshannonc...

DateLine: All Things Dating

March 18, 2019 04:59 - 46 minutes - 107 MB

Ashley + Eddie dive into all things dating. Explain it to Andy turns into Andy sharing a horrendous dating story from his first visit to LA (11:00), you'll never guess where Ashley almost got caught doing the deed (15:00), and Eddie explains "next best thing" syndrome and other dating insights throughout the episode.  Don’t forget to follow us on IG: @asyourfriendspodcast Hosts: Ashley Torres (@everydaypursuits) and Eddie Watkins (@edvanced)

Beauty and The Beat with Injection Specialist Sari Hoban

March 11, 2019 06:53 - 45 minutes - 103 MB

Our first guest: Injection Specialist Sari Hoban @goseesari! We’re talking all things botox, fillers, and laser treatments. Sari gives us the 411 on preventative botox (7:00), the difference between botox and filler (13:00) and the reality of “not having work done” (16:20). Wait until you hear Sari’s POV about over the counter skincare and at-home devices (24:00). ALL.THE.THINGS!   Hosts: Ashley Torres (@everydaypursuits) and Eddie Watkins (@edvanced) Guest: Sari Hoban (@goseesari) D...

Touchbase: What We Learned in Our 20s

March 04, 2019 10:00 - 35 minutes - 80.8 MB

Touchbase: What We Learned in Our 20s Ashley + Eddie discuss what they wish they would’ve known in their 20s, the fact that all grown-ups are faking it until they make it (3:00), how Ashley navigated 5+ positions over 8 years (7:00), and an EMERGENCY convo about Jordyn and Tristan (27:57). Don’t forget to follow us on IG: @asyourfriendspodcast Hosts: Ashley Torres (@everydaypursuits) and Eddie Watkins (@edvanced)

Leave A Message. I'm on Tour.

February 25, 2019 05:00 - 31 minutes - 73.3 MB

New segment alert (4:29)! Ashley and Eddie get super deep about this week’s adulting moment (9:00), discuss stepping out of your comfort zone re: travel (14:39) and living life to the fullest NOW (15:20). Hear the first of many amazing Eddie impressions (31:00).   Don’t forget to check out Ashley’s Travel Guides on Everyday Pursuits: https://www.everydaypursuits.com/blog?category=Travel   Hosts: Ashley Torres (@everydaypursuits) and Eddie Watkins (@edvanced)

Can We Have It All?

February 18, 2019 10:00 - 40 minutes - 92.3 MB

Eddie’s not sure if he can be Ashley’s friend since she doesn’t have TSA pre-check (2:30). Ashley introduces “explain it to Andy” (6:15) and during the Q + A segment shares a time when Eddie threw a tantrum in a foreign country (21:12). Deep dive into “can we have it all?”(27:30) and walk away with a quote that will have you feeling like you DO have it all (38:09)! Hosts: Ashley Torres (@everydaypursuits) and Eddie Watkins (@edvanced)

Our First Episode + Lord of the Ring Chaser

February 18, 2019 09:00 - 36 minutes - 84.8 MB

Ashley and Eddie throw it back to Brandy + Monica (3:23), realize there's something WAY worse than your foundation getting discontinued (6:35), re-hash their Fyre Festival experience (9:45), and get real about engagement season and the pressures to keep up (17:23). Don't miss Eddie coming through with that gay unicorn advice (33:51). Hosts: Ashley Torres (@everydaypursuits) and Eddie Watkins (@edvanced)

Coming Soon: As Your Friend

February 07, 2019 00:48 - 44 seconds - 1.95 MB

Hop in the passenger seat with two 30 somethings who take you over the potholes and through the intersections of life. Hosts Ashley (@everydaypursuits) and Eddie (@edvanced) are the bffs you didn’t know you had. Tune in weekly for candid convos, throwback jams, and adult realness. Subscribe now and get the first episode on Monday, February 18th!

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