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EPISODE · Sep 8, 2025 · 1H 1M

The Recycling Game: Love, Dating and Colorado Hookups

from we are NOT the SAME · host Heather Gardner and Lacey Joseph

Send us Fan MailHeather and Lacey reunite with newfound energy as they catch up on life's recent adventures. Heather triumphantly shares her MaxFit competition win that capped off her rookie pro season, while detailing her subsequent celebration in Florida complete with mouthwatering key lime pie and a life-changing pistachio cream waffle. Meanwhile, Lacey's Colorado trip reveals more than just mountain views when she admits to "recycling" a former flame.The conversation evolves into a masterclass on modern dating terminology as they distinguish between "recycling" (mutually beneficial reconnections), "yo-yoing" (the exhausting push-pull dynamic), and "collecting" (keeping people as status symbols). Their insights come from hard-won experience as they unpack what truly keeps them single despite being self-proclaimed "wifey material." Is it their busy schedules? Their standards? Or something deeper?The most profound moment arrives when they share a dating revelation: if you don't experience a magical honeymoon phase at the beginning of a relationship, run away—because it will never get better than how it starts. This wisdom becomes the cornerstone of their discussion about relationship red flags and the importance of authenticity. They warn about modern "con artists" in the dating world while emphasizing the value of trusting your gut when something feels off.Whether you're navigating the dating wilderness or simply enjoy unfiltered conversations between friends, this episode delivers equal parts laughter and wisdom. Don't miss next week when they tackle pretty privilege, body dysmorphia, and the art of flirting! -Support the show

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Send us Fan Mail Heather and Lacey reunite with newfound energy as they catch up on life's recent adventures. Heather triumphantly shares her MaxFit competition win that capped off her rookie pro season, while detailing her subsequent celebration in Florida complete with mouthwatering key lime pie and a life-changing pistachio cream waffle. Meanwhile, Lacey's Colorado trip reveals more than just mountain views when she admits to "recycling" a former flame. The conversation evolves into a mas...

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