Welcome into a messy, hilarious, and deeply human episode of the Art of Classiness, where hosts Robin and Debra sit you down at their kitchen table and hand you a gavel. This week’s Am I the Asshole Roundup reads like a late-night confessional: a new mom haunted by a brutal pregnancy and postpartum, a sibling who disappears for hours after promising to return, a half-eaten sandwich that sparks a relationship wobble, and a $20,000 loan that tests the limits of friendship and trust. Each story unfolds with high stakes, raw emotion, and the small domestic details that make them feel painfully real.

Robin and Debra move from empathy to sharp judgment with the cadence of two friends who have seen enough life to know when to be tender and when to call bullshit. They set the scenes — hospital stays, sleepless nights, icy ski lessons, and late-night Stranger Things binges — and place you in the shoes of the people involved. You’ll feel the exhaustion and vulnerability of postpartum recovery, the indignation of being ghosted while babysitting, the bafflement of a cleaned-up apartment turned battleground, and the sting of being owed a life-changing sum of money.

Rather than moralizing, the hosts craft narrative arcs for each case: the struggling new mother who discovers she can change her mind about future kids, the cousin who practices weaponized incompetence and meets the perfect dose of malicious compliance, the roommate-turned-savior who tosses a questionable sandwich and stands by it, and the lender who learns that generosity without guardrails is risky business. Along the way, their conversation is equal parts heart and roast: warm with compassion one moment, brutally funny the next.

Interspersed with the judgments are moments of real uplift — including Robin’s proud shoutout to her nephew Gunnar, whose honor-roll resilience becomes the episode’s quiet, restorative counterpoint. The episode closes with the signature Class or Crass segment, where workplace credit-theft, boundaries, and everyday ethics are called out and classified, leaving listeners with takeaways as practical as they are entertaining.

Listen for the sharp one-liners, the honest admissions, and the surprising tenderness that make this roundup more than a gossip session — it’s a masterclass in holding people accountable while making room for care. Whether you’re here to judge, to learn, or to feel seen in your own messy adulthood, Robin and Debra will keep you company through the chaos and remind you that being classy sometimes just means showing up — and sometimes it means walking away.

In 2026, dating and relationships for women aren’t just private anymore — they’re public, viral, and full of friendfluence on steroids. Your group chat used to be the vibe check; now it’s thousands of strangers in the comments dropping “you’re not crazy,” spotting red flags, and turning leaving a bad situation into a movement.

Robin and Deborah break down the magic (collective storytelling, contagious empowerment, “girl, same” moments) and the mess (absolute advice, surveillance pressure, blurred support vs. judgment). We share relatable stories, debate classy vs. crass online dynamics, and talk about healthy ways to take the wisdom without the unsolicited verdicts.

Whether you’ve posted for advice or watched a stranger’s story change your life, this episode is your guide to navigating the hype squad era without losing your voice.

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Quick disclaimer, friends – we're not doctors, just two people who love to share ideas and experiences. This podcast is for fun and informational purposes only. It's not meant to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have questions about your health, definitely reach out to your doctor or a qualified health professional. Take care of yourselves and use what feels right for you!

Ever notice how making new friends as a grown woman feels exactly like dating — minus the romance? From the awkward first coffee “dates” and overthinking texts to the slow fades and quiet ghosting, adult friendship is full of the same vulnerability, hope, and second-guessing we know all too well.

In this episode, Robin and Deborah break down why finding your people feels harder now, how it mirrors dating at every stage (mindset, exposure, follow-ups, red flags), and the practical, classy ways to put yourself out there without losing your mind.

Whether you’re quietly craving deeper connections or recovering from a friendship fizzler, this one’s for you — because you’re not bad at this, you’re just dating for friends. And it’s awkward, brave, and totally worth it.

Connect with us on Instagram and TikTok: @artofclassiness

Submit your friendship dating wins (or horror stories): artofclassiness@gmail.com

Quick disclaimer, friends – we're not doctors, just two people who love to share ideas and experiences. This podcast is for fun and informational purposes only. It's not meant to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have questions about your health, definitely reach out to your doctor or a qualified health professional. Take care of yourselves and use what feels right for you!