Hey Babe, Can We Talk? with Drea Renee
by W!ZARD Studios
Welcome to "Hey Babe, Can We Talk?" the go-to podcast for the Hot Mess Expresses, the Black Sheep's of Love, and those navigating the ups and downs in matters of the heart. Hosted by you bestie Drea Renee, the Queen of Romantic Disasters, and just like you she has ignored the red flags and done everything sideways! Whether you're happily coupled, single as a Pringle, or caught in a situationship... let's embark on real and candid conversations about the rollercoaster of relationships. It's time to get honest with ourselves and our partners. I’ve done everything wrong, so as a relationship survivor, let me help you do it right. Go grab your headphones and lets get into it!
Episodes
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64.The Insanity of Dating and Why More People are Single with Michael Lenoci
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk? I sit down with Michael Lenoci, a stand-up comedian and actor based in LA and host of the comedic dating podcast We Should Date, where he puts his own dating life on the line for laughs. In this episode, we get into modern dating standards, what dating in LA is...
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63. Why Am I Like This?! Breaking the Pattern With Sabrina Zohar
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk? I sit down with Sabrina Zohar, a dynamic entrepreneur, dating coach, and the unapologetic voice behind The Sabrina Zohar Show, known for her raw, no-nonsense approach to relationship advice. Sabrina gives us a first look inside her debut book, Why Am I Like...
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62. Why the Fairy Tale Is Ruining Your Love Life with Damona Hoffman
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk? I sit down with Damona Hoffman, relationship expert on the Drew Barrymore Show and author of "F the Fairy Tale", for a real conversation about modern dating. We cover the biggest dating myths, why values matter more than chemistry, how digital communication is...
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61. How Loving Consciously Can Transform Your Relationship with Casey Stevens
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk? We sit down with spiritual psychotherapist Casey Stevens for a deep conversation about conscious love, self-awareness, and the choices we make in relationships. This episode resonates because it turns an abstract idea, “being in love”, into a practical mirror…
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60. How to Stop Shrinking Yourself for “Love” with Gina King
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk? We sit down with Gina King, a life coach specializing in self-worth and attachment, to explore the concept of self-abandonment in relationships. Gina shares insights on how childhood trauma and nervous system responses influence our behaviors, and offers...
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59. Important Conversations to Have Before Locking in a Relationship with Carleigh Ferrante
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk? We sit down with Carleigh Ferrante, host of the Mostly Dating podcast. We talked about essential conversations to have before committing to a relationship, and we also explored topics like early communication, green flags, attraction versus compatibility, and…
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58. The Power of Curiosity in Relationships with Michael Unbroken
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk? We sit down with Michael Unbroken to explore the complexities of relationships. We discuss the significance of curiosity, the nature of connection agreements, and how disconnection can occur subtly in relationships. The conversation emphasizes the importance of...
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57. Defining Emotional Fitness with Janice Taylor
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk? We sit down with Janice Taylor: CEO, tech pioneer, and healing mentor, to explore the concept of emotional fitness and its vital role in relationships. We discuss how emotional injuries form, how to heal them, and the profound impact this work can have on love...
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56. Authenticity, Intimacy & the Truth About Tantra with Alice Hong
This week on Hey Babe Can We Talk? we sit down with Tantra teacher Alice Hong for a conversation that goes deeper than most are willing to go. We talk about what Tantra really is, far beyond the misconceptions, and why authenticity is the foundation of every truly intimate relationship. Alice…
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55. Rewiring Your Perceptions of Healthy Love with Effy
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk? Effy came in and gave us everything. We're talking about rewiring the way you perceive love, building relationships that feel genuinely safe and secure, and navigating conflict without losing yourself or your kindness in the process. If you've ever questioned...
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54. How To Stop Overcommunicating & Start Connecting with Bruce Muzik
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk? We have Bruce Muzik, known as The Couples Whisperer. A world-renowned relationship repair specialist and founder of Love At First Fight, Bruce brings 25+ years of experience and has helped tens of thousands of couples transform conflict into thriving...
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53. How to Move Through Conflict without Losing Connection with Ken Canion
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk? We explore the complexities of communication and conflict in relationships with Coach Ken Kanion. We discuss the fear of hard conversations, the impact of societal conditioning on emotional expression, and the importance of establishing a conflict-resolution...
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52. Stop Dimming Your Light to Keep the Relationship with Beatrice Rosu
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk? Beatrice Rosu joins us, and we dive into the stories we tell ourselves, why doing the work doesn't mean bad days disappear, and how approaching dating with curiosity rather than assumptions can completely change your experience. Beatrice also gets real about…
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51. Life After Divorce with Heather McGinley
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk? We're joined by Heather McGinley for an honest conversation about life after divorce, growing up in a fundamentalist household, and reclaiming your relationship with sex and sensitivity. Heather shares how she unlearned years of shame, found herself on the…
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50. The Role of Emotional Maturity In Men with Bryan Reeves
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, we're joined by Bryan Reeves - internationally renowned author, life and relationship coach, and a leading voice in helping men build better lives and deeper connections. We're getting into the conversations that don't happen enough: what emotional maturity...
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49. Triggers, Boundaries, and Being Vulnerable in Your Relationship with Silvy Khoucasian
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, we’re sitting down with Silvy Khoucasian, a licensed psychotherapist and transformational relationship coach, for a real and honest conversation about what actually goes on beneath the surface in relationships. We get into triggers (and why they’re not always…
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48. Boundaries and Timelines Around Intimacy with Hannah Johnson (The LibidoFairy)
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, Drea Renee and guest Hannah Johnson, the Libido Fairy, delve into the complexities of intimacy, boundaries, and sexual health. They discuss the importance of open communication in relationships, the cultural barriers that often prevent honest discussions about...
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47. From Anxious Attachment to Secure Attachment with Mimi Watt
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk? I'm sitting down with Mimi Watt — relationship coach, creator of the Peacefully Attached framework, and host of The Secure Love Club Podcast — to get into the real work behind healthy relationships. We're talking attachment styles, the truth about love bombing,...
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46. Dating Intentionally and the Rollercoaster of Modern Dating with Talia Koren
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk? I sit down with Talia Koren, host of the Dating Intentionally Podcast, to explore the complexities of modern dating and emphasize the importance of intentionality, self-awareness, and emotional resilience. They discuss the impact of attachment styles on...
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45. How To Stand In Your Truth & Stop Abandoning Yourself In Relationships with Mark Groves
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk? We sit down with Mark Groves — human connection specialist, founder of Create The Love, and host of the hugely popular Mark Groves Podcast — to dive deep into all things relationships, intimacy, and connection. Mark has spent over a decade coaching and…
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44. Understanding Attachment Wounds and How They Show up in Relationships with Naj Alikhan
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk? we sit down with LMFT and relationship coach Naj Alikhan to unpack attachment wounds and how they show up in our relationships—often without us even realizing it. We explore why certain dynamics feel familiar, how our nervous system drives connection and...
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43. Why Relationships Are Even Harder Today and Tools To Rebuild Connection with Baya Voce
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, we sit down with Relationship Repair Expert Baya Voce to dive into what relationships really take. Baya breaks down why the feeling of abandonment doesn’t just disappear, how our past relationships shape every connection we build, and why being with someone...
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42. Rise of the Red Pill Mentality and Why Men Are So Angry Today with Allesha Coleman
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, we sit down with Allesha Coleman, PR and marketing executive, and CEO/founder of the Playcer sports betting app. Drea and Allesha discuss the viral spread of the Red Pill mentality and the widespread frustration among men regarding women who prioritize…
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41. Why Saying No Is A Form Of Self-Love with Chantelle Lisette
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, we sit down with the incredible Chantelle Lisette, the multi-talented founder of the global She Is Worthy Community networking group, a celebrated women's speaker, podcast host, and CEO of a vegan protein cookie company. Chantelle joins us to dive deep into...
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40. Dating Apps vs Real Life: Why Men Don’t Approach Women Anymore with Rafael Gomez
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk? We sit down with Rafael Gomez, host of the Women on Men podcast, to dig into why men aren’t approaching women today. We dive into the differences between dating in real life and on apps, and unpack the rise of red-pill and black-pill mindsets taking over social...
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39. Reinvention After a Breakup and the Different Stages of Dating with Magalie René
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk? We sit down with Magalie René, a reinvention architect, CEO & Founder of Workplace Catalyst. We get real about what it takes to rebuild after a breakup and how dating in your 30s and 40s differs significantly from dating in your 20s. Connect with Magalie:...
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38. Ghosting Explained: Why Avoidant Behavior Feels So Normal with Andi Lew
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk? We sit down with Andi Lew to unpack ghosting — why avoidant behavior can feel so normal, and what it really says about modern dating. From emotional unavailability to self-protection, we explore how understanding these patterns can help you create deeper,...
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37. Dating As An Anxious Attacher with Taylor Utley
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk? We sit down with Integrated Attachment Coach Taylor Utley to explore the cycles of trauma bonding, the path to healing through life’s toughest challenges, and how to reframe our experiences without falling into self-blame. Connect with Taylor Utley: Instagram:...
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36. The Challenges and the Emotional Toll of Modern Relationships with Sarah Hammill
In this week’s episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, we’re joined by Sarah Hammill, LCSW, a trauma therapist who brings raw honesty and professional insight to the conversation. Together, we dive into the challenges and emotional toll of modern relationships—why they feel so heavy, how unspoken...
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35. How To Keep It REAL In Modern Dating Regardless Of The Chaos! with Skylar Sorkin
In this week’s episode, we’re joined by the host of the Regardless Podcast, Skylar Sorkin. We dive into the messy truth of breakups—moving from chaos to breakthrough—and unpack the false narratives social media influencers sell about “instant healing.” Skylar shares why trusting that your person…
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34. Women, Marriage & Misconceptions with Kwame Siegel
In this week’s episode, we’re joined by the bachelor of comedy Kwame Siegel talking about evolving gender roles and women’s misconceptions about marriage. From why you can’t turn a bop into wifey to why successful men need wives, Kwame keeps it bold, funny and real. We even put him through a red...
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33. Revenge Ideas That Won't Get You Arrested... *Probably* with Ish
In this week’s episode, we’re joined by former attorney Ish for a wildly entertaining convo you definitely don’t want to miss. We’re diving into “Different Ways to Get Back at Your Ex That Are Probably Legal”—yes, probably. Ish dishes out clever, questionably lawful (but arrest-free!) strategies...
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32. Finding Your Purpose Mate & How To Keep It Spicy In The Bedroom with Spicy Mari
In this week’s episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, we’re joined by Spicy Mari: magnetic matchmaker and relationship expert. We’re diving into how to keep the spark alive, what to do when things get cold in the bedroom, and how real communication can turn it all around. In this episode of Hey Babe,...
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31. Hypergamy and The Red Pill Mindset with Ewald Rupp
In this week’s episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, we’re joined by Ewald Rupp - world traveller and poker player - for a raw conversation on hypergamy, red pill culture and the unspoken power dynamics shaping modern dating. We break down what’s real, what’s rhetoric, and what people are really...
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30. Why Everyone Is Burnt Out From Online Dating & What to Do About It with Yue Xu
In this week’s episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, we’re joined by LA-based dating expert, author and content producer Yue Xu talking about navigating modern love with honesty and humor. We dive into the age-old question, "am I being too picky?", why dating can start to feel like a full-time job…
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29. Why You Should Work On Yourself Before Getting Partnered with Desiree Mirharooni
In this week’s episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, we’re joined by nutritionist and lifestyle creator Desiree Mirharooni for a real and grounded conversation about what it means to take responsibility for your happiness, how emotional maturity shows up in relationships, and why self-work before...
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28. How To Stop Complaining and See You're the YOU You've Been Waiting For! with Jorge Perez
In this week’s episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, Jorge Perez joins Drea for a powerful conversation on how to stop complaining and finally recognize that you are the version of yourself you’ve been waiting for. We unpack how shifting from blame to ownership can change everything—from your…
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27. When You Know You've Grown... with your Bestie Drea Renee!
When you can say, with complete inner peace: “Thanks for dinner, but there won’t be a second date.” In this episode, we dive into that glorious moment when you finally understand that your heart should have boundaries... and standards. Jump in and laugh with us (while reliving your last terrible...
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26. Is Being A Hopeless Romantic Still A Thing? And Who Chases Who In Same Sex Relationships?!
Is there still room for hopeless romanticism in today’s world of love? In this new episode, we sit down with Adam Fried to talk about the beliefs we still carry about romance, grand gestures, and how pursuit plays out in same-sex relationships. Who chases who — and why? Connect with AdamFriedl:...
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25. The Married Perspective On Modern Dating
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, Drea speak with Dany J. Lee and he’s spilling the real scoop on Modern Dating AND what it’s like being a Modern Day Dad! From married life hot takes to dating app chaos - we’re covering it ALL! Connect with Selina Ringel: Instagram:...
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24. Marriage, Motherhood and Building A Powerhouse Career in Hollywood
This week on Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, Drea sits down with Selina Ringel to dive into the raw and real journey of marriage, motherhood, and building a powerhouse career in Hollywood. From navigating the film industry while raising a family to redefining success on her terms, Selina shares the...
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23. How To Balance Commitment vs Freedom In A Relationship and Should You Tell Your Partner Everything? with Quené Forée
In this episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, Quené Forée joins us to unpack the delicate balance between commitment and freedom in relationships - can you have both without feeling trapped? Plus, we dive into the big debate: Should you tell your partner everything, or are some things better left...
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22. From Tehran to Tinseltown: Love, Culture, and Dating as a Model with Jewell Farshad
In this episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, Drea sits down with model Jewell Farshad to explore her journey from Tehran to Tinseltown - diving into the complexities of love, culture, and dating as a model. Jewell opens up about navigating relationships across different cultural landscapes, the...
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21. Why Are Men So Sassy and Maybe Your Type Is Holding You Back with Ki Lenice
In this episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, Drea sits down with actress Ki Lenice to unpack a hot topic - why are men so sassy these days? They also dive into the patterns that might be keeping you stuck in your dating life and whether your "type" is actually holding you back. In this episode of…
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20. Conscious Uncoupling: How to Break Up with Love with Jodi Joy
In this episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, Drea chats with Jodi Joy - breathwork healer, trainer, and transformational coach - about the power of conscious uncoupling and conscious dating. They dive into how we can part ways with kindness, step into healthier relationships, and use breathwork to...
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19. The Married Perspective: Observing the Wild World of Modern Dating with Camille Chen
In this episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, Drea chats with actress Camille Chen—one of the very first friends she made after moving to L.A. Together, they dive into all things love and relationships: dissecting what gives them the ick, the hilarity of observing the dating world as a married…
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18. How to Properly Date a Boss Woman and Body Positivity
In this episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, Drea sits down with Dani Santana, a Talent Exec and Casting Director with a passion for business, travel, fashion, and joy. As a Latina in tech, Dani shares her perspective on body positivity, navigating dating as a boss woman with no time to waste, and...
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17. Stop Playing It Cool! How Being CHILL Is Holding You Back with Wrenn Woods
In this episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, Drea is joined by Wrenn Woods, writer, actor, content creator, and host of Afternoon Partea podcast. Together, they dive into the complexities of being "too chill" in relationships and how this mindset can inadvertently create distance, block true...
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16. From Divorce to First Dates: Navigating First Impressions & Intimacy with Melissa Chataigne
In this episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, Drea is joined by her close friend Melissa Chataigne, a TV host, style expert, and Curator. Together, they share valuable insights on relationships, touching on the complexities of love and why it isn't always enough to make things work. They discuss the...
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15. Are You The Red Flag!? with Kye Kinder
In this episode of "Hey Babe, Can We Talk?", Drea invites her close friend Kye Kinder, a realtor making her first appearance on the podcast. Together, they have a raw and relatable discussion about self-reflection, asking the hard question: "Am I the red flag?" This episode is all about taking...
About this show
Welcome to "Hey Babe, Can We Talk?" the go-to podcast for the Hot Mess Expresses, the Black Sheep's of Love, and those navigating the ups and downs in matters of the heart.
Hosted by you bestie Drea Renee, the Queen of Romantic Disasters, and just like you she has ignored the red flags and done everything sideways!
Whether you're happily coupled, single as a Pringle, or caught in a situationship... let's embark on real and candid conversations about the rollercoaster of relationships. It's time to get honest with ourselves and our partners. I’ve done everything wrong, so as a relationship survivor, let me help you do it right. Go grab your headphones and lets get into it!
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