83. Giving you work parties, family greed, and Santa Claus
Give It To Me Straight
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4.9 • 2.2K Ratings
🗓️ 23 December 2025
⏱️ 89 minutes
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Summary
Jon isn’t the only guy being a Scrooge this year. In this week’s episode, Jon and Alex answer all your holiday questions before the big celebrations commence! Is Santa real? Do I have to attend my holiday work party? Why is Fantastic Four the movie of the year? The important topics get addressed this episode! Whether you’re more of a downer like Scrooge or more uppity like Buddy The Elf, you’ll want to listen to today’s episode to get your last minute advice before the holidays.
0:00 - Intro
42:17 - Where’s The Balance?
44:04 - Gift Cards Are Supreme
45:11 - My Husband is a Scrooge
46:55 - Holiday Work Parties
50:57 - If You’re Sick, Stay Home!
52:20 - My Family Is Asking For Money
54:38 - Time To Read The Family’s Will
56:10 - Needy In-Laws
58:15 - Is Santa Real?
01:06:27 - My BF Hates Christmas
01:11:33 - Workplace Ice-Breakers
01:15:52 - Boundaries During The Holidays
01:20:53 - Reading Your Secrets
01:21:31 - Recs of the Week
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