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The Dinner Agenda with Bo and CLo
by The Dinner Agenda
The Dinner Agenda is a podcast that explores a wide variety of topics through the view of two long time friends in Toronto, Canada. Join them for a seat at the dinner table as they take turns being in the hot seat, opening up, being vulnerable and sharing their views in an authentic and non-scripted way. Nothing is off the table (ha, dinner table) with these two!
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REWIND: Leading with Love - Parenting a Trans Kid
As part of our pride month celebration, this week we speak with the parent of a trans kid. We discuss everything from her initial reaction to how it was dealing with the school and how it felt to be part of her sons coming out process to the rest of the family. It's not easy being the parent of a teenager and we don't always say and do the right things but, if you lead with love, you'll be just fine! Helpful Links: Central Toronto Youth Services (CTYS) Families in TRANSition page https://ctys.org/services-programs/pride-prejudice/families-in-transition-fit/ Here's a great glaad link https://glaad.org/transgender/allies And more for parents https://pflagcanada.ca/
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Your Inner Critic
COULD a shorter haircut turn CLo into a movie meme? Maybe. But this week we’re also unpacking Bo’s inner critic, perimenopause chaos, ADHD focus tips, and whether we’re raising kids who know their worth—or just mirror our insecurities.
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Hot Mess Express: autoimmune strikes again
From Netflix nudes to medical mood swings, we’re covering it all. Bo’s pool is a disaster, CLo’s liver is under investigation, and we’ve got a W5 exposé that’ll leave your jaw on the floor. Oh—and Happy Pride, baby! 🌈 Buckle up, this one’s a mix of hot tea and hard truths. 🎧 Listen now before the liner peels off again 🙄 #autoimmune
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Bikinis & Breakdowns
We're spiralling through prom memories, texting moms and Brittany Spears second hand plane smoke! We also cover the REEL (get it?) reason skinny-post culture needs a timeout and a heart warming story about how students and seniors are saving each other! Last but, def not least, did Bo's neighbour fork over the cash for the big tree trim?? You'll have to tune in to find out!
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The ADHD Reveal
This week's episode has layers! Bo's navigating ADHD, binge eating and backyard battles with a tree that's throwing serious shade - literally! Meanwhile, CLo's dodging TTC chaos and ALL CAPS texts from the wifey. Tune in for honesty, humor and a whole lotta branches.
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Don't be a flying monkey!
Tune in to find out what advice Bo ended up giving her friend dealing with a narcissistic mother. Did her friend end up taking the advice? And what the heck is a flying monkey anyway? You'll have to listen to find out! We also have a critical medical situation that had CLo crying like a baby. Ohhhh and are you ready for some more tales of the TTC? Someone found out you can't actually try and hot box a street car!
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Should you confront a narcissist?
Forget Me Not… Or Cut Me Out Dementia care goals? Norway’s got it. Family drama that could be a Netflix series? We’ve got that, too. From memory care to messy wills, Bo and CLo are breaking it all down with their signature sass.
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CLo lost her "estate sale" virginity!
50 Shades of Chaos! 50 Episodes in and we've got more drama than your family Easter. From rugby rabbit holes and estate sale strategies to weight loss drug conspiracies and Britney Spears' wild IG -- this week's episode is giving unfiltered chaos... and we're not sorry! Hit play before your phone does it for you!
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REWIND: Oh Oh Oh Ozempic
REWIND: Where the Chaos Began! To celebrate our 50th episode (!!!) we're throwing it back to where it all began - our very first episode. Was it polished? No. Did we know what we were doing? Alsono. But it was real, raw and totally us! Bo and CLo talk about what it’s like living on the larger side of life! From diets gone wrong to personal experience with Ozempic and a little side dish of #asmr. Grab a bag of something crunchy and have a seat at the table. #ozempic #weightloss #weightlossjourney
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Two sides to every story
Tune in this week for a full review of our fun night out at @Antler restaurant. Of course there is a physio update on the old lady knee and a teenagers unrealistic birthday wish list! We also talk about the Sinead O'Connor (ya, we are catching up ok!), have you seen it? Do you agree that she was totally gaslit?
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Dead beetle dust on your lips...what?
Bo is SHOCKED to learn that her red lipstick may have the dust of dead beetles in it, CLo is still torn about what kind of old lady glasses to get and is getting concerned that wifey is back at the aution! Tune in this week for some candid convos and a barrel of laughs!
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Is Bo turning into a doomsday prepper?
This one is definitely a mixed bag! From bi-focals and tri-focals to laser eye surgery, Canadians getting deported and a bit of a local "crime watch". This week we have cover it all. And how can we forget about Bo's doomsday (or ice storm) prepping!
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Hormones, Crickets & Cold Blooded Drama
This week: hormone tests, food allergies, zoo drama, and the question no one asked but Bo and CLo are answering anyway—would you eat a bug? Crunchy opinions inside. Tune in!
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Pains, Pals & Copycats
We're passing stones, draining knees, and questioning if Michelle Obama's secretly turning in! Add in some low-maintenance, man-friend energy and a life-saving shampoo and... yeah, it's a whole vibe.
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Snore Wars: The Earplug Strikes Back
Snoring, spying phones, emotional airport goodbyes, and Bo STILL hasn't collected her sample!. Plus, should we retire in Costa Rica? or just live in a backyard trailer? Priorities people!
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Frickin Trump!
Bathroom wins, snoring fails, and a friendship test you won’t want to take. Oh, and Trump’s at it again—selling $5M citizenships and rewriting history on Ukraine. We’ve got thoughts, and they aren’t polite. Tune in for the chaos! #renovations #bathroomrenovations #snoring #friendships #friendshiptest #bowelmovements #colonoscopyhometest #fcktrump #trump #ukraine #unfilteredtalk #thedinneragendapodcastn #madeincanada
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It's a shit show!
This week, we cover it all from some advice on collecting your sample to screen for colon cancer to CLo's hilarious tales from the TTC and of course we cover off more National Anthem boos! Join us for a hilarious journey this week and yes, it's a bit of a shit show!
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Are we moving to Japan?
Bo and CLo are on a wild ride this week—seriously weighing a swap from poutine to sushi while serving up their unfiltered take on Canadians booing the American national anthem. Tune in for bold opinions and plenty of laughs! #poutine #sushi #fatloss #canadavsusa #americanathem #roadrage #unfilteredtalk #thedinneragendapodcast
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What gets your goat?
This week, Bo and CLo air all their grievances in a no-holds-barred pet peeve showdown. From CLo's fiery rants to Bo's wild reactions, this episode is a hilarious deep dive into what truly grinds their gears. Don't miss the madness - tune in now! #petpeeves #fitsofanger #seeingred #grievance #showdown #unfilteredtalk #thedinneragenda
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Secrets: yes, we are judging you!
This week, Bo and CLo dive into BuzzFeed’s viral post about divorced folks spilling secrets they’d never share with their ex. Get ready for a no-holds-barred conversation filled with raw opinions, hilarious confessions, and plenty of unexpected twists. Tune in if you dare! #DivorcedAndDishin #ExFiles #SpillTheTea #DivorceDiaries #UnfilteredTalk #BuzzFeed #thedinneragendapodcast
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Polar Vortex: Brace Yourself!
From billionaires to bold movements and unexpected alliances, Bo and CLo dive into everything you didn’t see coming. Brace yourself—it’s a wild ride! #elonmusk #donaldtrump #LGBTQ #america #twogenders #next4years #unfilteredtalk #thedinneragendapodcast
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ADHD: Challenges & Triumphs
This week, Bo and CLo chat with Joanne about the challenges and triumphs of raising a child with ADHD. Tune in as they explore her journey, insights, and advice for parents navigating a similar path.
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We're Back!
Tune in this week to find out what we've been up to over the holidays! From family (and chosen family) Christmas celebrations, vacation time, hospital visits (WHAT? NO!) and how we rang in the New Year. We are so happy to be back!
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Food Fight: the love-hate relationship with food
Food Fight! When did your love-hate relationship with food begin? Bo and CLo are throwing down in this week’s Food Fight—from wild diet stories (cabbage soup, anyone? 🤢) to unpacking food obsessions and why your body thinks it’s in survival mode. 🍽️💥 Tune in to laugh, cringe, and maybe even learn a thing or two about food therapy!
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Fixer Upper, are you enabling bad behaviour?
Fixer Upper // Are you 'helping' someone… or just turning their drama into your full-time job? 😂 Bo and CLo are spilling the tea on enabling behaviour—from 'I can fix them' romances to parenting struggles and beyond. Hit play and find out if you’re part of the problem (with a side of laughs, of course). 🎙️👉 Listen now!
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Hacked! What the Fraud??
This week, Bo and CLo dive deep into the digital drama of scams, schemes, and sketchy situations! From why your grandma’s new “friend” might not actually be a prince to the art of What the fraud?!, we’re spilling the (stolen) tea. Don’t get played—listen in and laugh while you learn! #scams #financialscams #financialcrimes #fraud #fraudalert #hacked #unfilteredtalk #thedinneragendapodcast 1New Content Format Old as of May 12 Old Content
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Dear Abby...err Dear Bo & CLo
Ya, that's right, we are dishing out our "expert" advice this week!! Tune in as we debate our views and dish out advice to people in ALL kinds of predicaments!
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Hope & Healing with Dr. Tyler
How do you cope when illness changes everything? Dr. Tyler returns to dive deep into the impact of chronic and terminal illness and shares powerful ways to navigate through it. This conversation is real, raw, and full of hope. Tune in now! #drtyler #chronicillness #terminalillness #copingwithillness #unfilteredtalk #thedinneragendapodcast
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Cults are scary business!
Ghosts aren’t the only ones who haunt us… 👻 Join Bo and CLo as they dig into cults, creepy connections, and the tricks our minds play. Tune in — if you dare — for a Halloween special that’s frightfully fascinating!
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Am I going bald?
From thinning hair to taming wild brows, Bo and CLo breaking down the beauty routines that come with age. Join them for a hilarious, real talk about hair care, beauty standards, and everything in between.
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Role reversal, dealing with aging parents
MAID, sibling bonds, and a tale that’ll make you laugh out loud (yes, even about euthanasia). We’re diving deep into life’s toughest choices. Join us this week as we speak with a special guest and learn her about her experiences dealing with dementia and the tough choices that come along with it.
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Imposter syndrome, why you're not alone
Have you ever felt like a fraud, that you're not deserving of the job, relationship or sucess you have in your life? Join Bo and CLo as they dive into this topic, share listener stories and their own stories as well.
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A candid chat with a mediocre mom
Bo and CLo sit down with @mediocremom76 in today's episode to talk symptoms, HRT and her journey from being ignored by doctors to realizing those hot flashes weren’t just her inner fire. Tune in for the laughs and stay for the truth bombs!
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Dating Horror Stories
Ever had a date go so wrong it felt like a horror movie? From online to in person, these stories will leave you in awe! You're not alone if you've ever neglected your inner voice, ignored those red flags, been catfished or even had to call 911, ya, that's right, call 911!!
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Talking hormones with Christine Glaves!
Oh this is a good one! This week we talk with Christine Glaves, a certified holistic nutritionist and fitness expert specializing in hormonal weight loss for women. Want to feel empowered? This is a must listen!! We cover all the changes that happen as women enter perimenopause and how food can either help or hinder how you feel. Have you heard about the DUTCH Hormone test? Well, we talk about that too! Be sure to check out Christine at christineglaves.com or on IG @thechristineglaves.
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Post Vacay Catch Up
Although it's been a nice break, it's been too long! Join us this week for a post vacation catch up! Hear about our crazy vacation adventures and Bo's new secret love of... SPIDERS!
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Ride or die friendships
With "International Friendship Day" approaching, this week we are talking about friendships! Do you have a ride or die? What makes them a ride or die? We delve into how we classify friendships, what's important in a friendship and what can make them last a lifetime.
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How to recognize a narcissist
This week we talk about a few follow up questions on Dave's experience and the impact a narcisist can have on your life. There really is such a thing as "healthy narcisissim" but, it's important to recognize when it becomes abusive. It can be devastating to accept that a narcissist won't change and standing up for yourself and cutting them out of your life can be life changing! We also talk a bit about narcissistic traits vs. narcissistic personality disorder and there is a big difference. Things to check out: guesswheretrips.com
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Cutting Toxic Ties
Family is everything right? Except when they're not! Join us this week as we have another special guest interview with Bo's husband Dave! He shares his experiences growing up in a toxic family environment and how that eventually led him to cutting ties.
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Summer Lovin
Drop those negative thoughts, and join Bo and CLo as they dive into body positivity! Embrace your unique self and celebrate every (damn) curve.
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One more closet door to bust through
We are wrapping up pride month with one more coming out story from our special guest, CLo's wife Mel. She shares her experience coming out and how hard it can be to come to terms with being different and sharing big news with those that you love.
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Leading with LOVE, parenting a trans kid
As part of our pride month celebration, this week we speak with the parent of a trans kid. We discuss everything from her initial reaction to how it was dealing with the school and how it felt to be part of her sons coming out process to the rest of the family. It's not easy being the parent of a teenager and we don't always say and do the right things but, if you lead with love, you'll be just fine! Helpful Links: Central Toronto Youth Services (CTYS) Families in TRANSition page https://ctys.org/services-programs/pride-prejudice/families-in-transition-fit/ Here's a great glaad link https://glaad.org/transgender/allies And more for parents https://pflagcanada.ca/
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The official term for a thrupple is Polyamory!
When we say “no topic off the table”, we mean it! We were EDUCATED in this episode! Join us this week as we learn from our special guest about polyamorous relationships, how she discovered polyamory and all of the ins and outs. Have you ever considered being part of a thrupple?
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CLo's Coming OUT!
It's pride month and we are kicking things off with CLo’s coming out story! Join Bo and CLo as they discuss the fears and challenges with discovering who you are and the first real test of their friendship.
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Vacations from Hell!
You're in for a treat this week!! Join us as we share some listener stories on their worst vacations and of course we have a few of our own to share! Let's just say we won't see Bo diving with the sharks again anytime soon!
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Spring, time to take stock!
It's FINALLY Spring! Time for new growth, spring cleaning and taking stock! Join us this week as we talk about what has us excited for spring and what mistakes or regrets we have that we want to purposefully focus on to improve. It's time to "take out the trash", out with the old and in with the new!
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Live for today or save for tomorrow?
Do you feel like you’re caught in a constant battle between trying to live for today and saving for tomorrow? Does the idea of retirement stress you out? You're not alone! There are so many things to consider, from how much money you think you'll need to what the heck you're going to do every day!! Join us this week for some candid talk about what's on our minds when it comes to retirement!
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Purity Culture
Ohhh, this is a good one! Have a listen this week as we talk about purity culture and the "sex ed" campaign that started in the 90's with special guest Jenn. CLo gets all "ragey" as Bo and Jenn share stories on how the "true love waits" movement impacted them.
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Is it a conspiracy?
What makes people susceptible to conspiracy theories? Bo and CLo talk about what the latest and and most "out there" conspiracy theories are and how people get caught up in them.
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Bad Docs
Why is it so hard to advocate for yourself? Tune in this week as we share some personal stories about our experience with doctors and why advocating for yourself is so important.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Dinner Agenda is a podcast that explores a wide variety of topics through the view of two long time friends in Toronto, Canada. Join them for a seat at the dinner table as they take turns being in the hot seat, opening up, being vulnerable and sharing their views in an authentic and non-scripted way. Nothing is off the table (ha, dinner table) with these two!
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