FML Talk

Big f%cking news this week, FML’ers! Gabrielle was going to wait until her next solo ep, but decided that now was the right time to announce that FML Talk is moving exclusively to Patreon in the new year. She’ll have more info on what this means for listeners during the next solo episode, so be sure to check that one out! In this episode, she and Tay dive into parenting updates as well as reflect on what they’ve learned from writing their latest book together, as they just submitted the final draft to their editor (yay!). They wrap the episode with fun listener questions, including Tay’s very elaborate answer on what his final last meal would be. Thank you so much to our incredible sponsors!Lumen - Visit lumen.me/FMLTALK to get 15% off your LumenBeam - Get up to 35% off for a limited time when you go to shopbeam.com/fmltalk and use code fmltalk at checkout.Follow your host! TikTok: @gabrielle_stone Instagram: @gabriellestone & @fmltalkpodcast YouTube: FML TALK Website: www.eatprayfml.com Plus, if you want to submit an FML story, email it to info@eatprayfml.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Gabrielle chats with Erin Diehl, a former chronic people-pleaser-turned-author who found herself battling actual physical f%cking pain as a result of trying to meet everyone else's expectations. It was a book by Gabor Mate that shifted her thinking and put her on a path of self-healing with the realization that pleasing everyone around her just was not sustainable. Along the way she also had her miracle baby (seriously, the odds are incredible) and developed a thriving improv coaching business that has helped thousands bring out their very best selves. This episode reminds us of the power of healing and self-love, especially for those who have spent years in the service of others, and that it’s never too late to pivot, heal, and reclaim our own energy.Learn more about Erin and her best-selling book, “I See You,” at itserindiehl.comThank you so much to our incredible sponsors!Lumen - Visit lumen.me/FMLTALK to get 15% off your LumenUncommon Goods - To get 15% off your next gift, go to uncommongoods.com/FMLTALKS. Beam - Get up to 35% off for a limited time when you go to shopbeam.com/fmltalk and use code fmltalk at checkout.Follow your host! TikTok: @gabrielle_stone Instagram: @gabriellestone & @fmltalkpodcast YouTube: FML TALK Website: www.eatprayfml.com Plus, if you want to submit an FML story, email it to info@eatprayfml.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

**TRIGGER WARNING**: Loss of a child.Tara Marino joins Gabrielle on the pod this week with a trigger warning for those who have experienced the loss of a child. This was Tara’s f%cking unimaginable reality in her twenties when she lost her son Mason and was faced with the daunting task of picking up her life and trying to move on. Tara opens up about how she channeled this profound loss into finding a new purpose in life, describing her grief as a gift that ultimately guided her toward healing. In the process, she started a coaching business and developed a unique system of defining feminine archetypes for women to channel their power into overcoming significant trauma. This is a hard episode but ultimately rewarding to see someone come out the other side as a healed person with incredible knowledge to share. Learn more about Tara’s Femme Types quiz at elegantfemme.com and follow her on Instagram @taraannmarinoThank you so much to our incredible sponsors!Lumen - Visit lumen.me/FMLTALK to get 15% off your LumenUncommon Goods - To get 15% off your next gift, go to uncommongoods.com/FMLTALKS. Follow your host! TikTok: @gabrielle_stone Instagram: @gabriellestone & @fmltalkpodcast YouTube: FML TALK Website: www.eatprayfml.com Plus, if you want to submit an FML story, email it to info@eatprayfml.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tay is on the pod this week, and he and Gabrielle have some big f%cking news! No, Gabrielle is not pregnant again. Tay has come onboard as co-author of Gabrielle’s next FML book, ‘Finding You Through Finding Me,’ and so starts the collaborative and sometimes contentious journey of working with your spouse on a creative project. (Couples everywhere, we know you can relate.) They touch on the emotional difficulty of writing about past traumas and think about the day when their kids will be old enough to read this. What will they think? It’s an honest and heartfelt episode looking at the challenges and rewards of writing about your life and very relatable truths.Thank you so much to our incredible sponsors!Lumen - Visit lumen.me/FMLTALK to get 15% off your LumenUncommon Goods - To get 15% off your next gift, go to uncommongoods.com/FMLTALKS. Follow your host! TikTok: @gabrielle_stone Instagram: @gabriellestone & @fmltalkpodcast YouTube: FML TALK Website: www.eatprayfml.com Plus, if you want to submit an FML story, email it to info@eatprayfml.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Gabrielle is back with a solo episode this week! She dives into her recent break from social media, resulting in a much f%cking needed mental health reset to combat the late-night doom scrolls that she was feeling trapped in. Not only did she get some quality family time, which was great for the soul, she feels more reconnected to herself and is better equipped to deal with feelings of comparison she was having from seeing other people’s lives on social media. (Don’t we all need this?) Lastly, she reads a submitted FML’er story about love lost but wisdom gained, reiterating the need to trust your own judgement at all times.Thank you so much to our incredible sponsors!Lumen - Visit lumen.me/FMLTALK to get 15% off your LumenFollow your host! TikTok: @gabrielle_stone Instagram: @gabriellestone & @fmltalkpodcast YouTube: FML TALK Website: www.eatprayfml.com Plus, if you want to submit an FML story, email it to info@eatprayfml.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Beloved psychotherapist Terri Cole is back by popular demand, and boy does she knock our f%cking socks off with this episode! Terri and Gabrielle break down what an HFC (high-functioning codependent) person is—essentially someone who feels compelled to over-invest in their friends or families emotional/financial/spiritual wellbeing at the expense of their own happiness and peace. Terri provides insights into the emotional labor involved in maintaining relationships this way, leading to blurred boundaries, exhaustion, and eventual burnout. Gabrielle shares her own experiences with control and trust, finding it easier to give help than to receive it—a hallmark of HFCs. The episode concludes with ways to flip the narrative, including embracing your own vulnerabilities and prioritizing self-care to find these much-needed healthier interactions. It’s a must-listen episode for anyone who resonates with these situations—you don’t want to miss it! Be sure to keep up with Dr. Terri on Instagram and order her new book here!Thank you so much to our incredible sponsors!Lumen - Visit lumen.me/FMLTALK to get 15% off your LumenFactor - Head to factormeals.com/fmltalk50 and use code fmltalk50 to get 50% off your first box and 20% off of your first month!Follow your host! TikTok: @gabrielle_stone Instagram: @gabriellestone & @fmltalkpodcast YouTube: FML TALK Website: www.eatprayfml.com Plus, if you want to submit an FML story, email it to info@eatprayfml.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week’s episode explores the concept of generational trauma, healing, and breaking out of the f%cking victim mentality. Gabrielle is joined by Judy Wilkins Smith, a renowned systemic executive coach and author of the book ‘Coding Your Emotional Blueprint’. Judy explains how trauma responses can be passed down through generations of family history—inherited even by those who did not experience these events directly. It’s all part of how our emotional landscape is shaped, and it adds a fascinating layer of understanding to how we react to situations in our lives. They also dive into the impact of social media and how we often glamourize our own suffering, adding that while validation of trauma is important, we can’t get trapped in that victim mentality, and it’s essential to flip the perspective to celebrate your resilience. This episode is packed with eye-opening insights you don’t want to miss!Learn more about Judy and her coaching on her website, judywilkins-smith.com. Thank you so much to our incredible sponsors!Lumen - Visit lumen.me/FMLTALK to get 15% off your LumenFactor - Head to factormeals.com/fmltalk50 and use code fmltalk50 to get 50% off your first box and 20% off of your first month!Follow your host! TikTok: @gabrielle_stone Instagram: @gabriellestone & @fmltalkpodcast YouTube: FML TALK Website: www.eatprayfml.com Plus, if you want to submit an FML story, email it to info@eatprayfml.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is for all the f%cking co-parents out there. This week, Gabrielle sits down with Dr. Courtney Evans, a divorce and co-parenting coach, as they discuss the complexities of co-parenting, particularly in toxic situations. Dr. Evans has seen both sides of the equation as she’s been through her own divorce (which stayed amicable) as well as her current husband’s divorce and subsequent custody battle (which was extremely toxic and wildly expensive). Seeing an opportunity to help others, Dr. Evans drew on her experience from the healthcare system to develop her coaching business, where she now advises clients through their own divorces, separations, and co-parenting situations. In toxic environments, Dr. Evans advocates for a mindset shift to deal with the emotional toll and reduce conflict, as well as focusing on personal healing to reach a more positive state of wellbeing. No one ever said co-parenting was easy, but Dr. Evans' approach may just be the playbook you need!Dr. Courtney Evans Bio: Dr. Courtney is wife-mom-stepmom-DNP-soon to be published author who also happens to be an experienced divorce coach and co-parenting mentor. Her two decade career in the healthcare field has lent to her deep understanding of human behavior, mental health, and the importance of self-care during challenging life transitions. With her expertise in healthcare, coupled with her coaching education and personal experience dealing with a high conflict co-parenting dynamic, Courtney is uniquely equipped to provide support in surviving the emotional impact of divorce. Courtney shares how she survived her own divorce and is navigating the subsequent co-parenting journey. She is also a co-survivor of a lengthy, expensive, custody battle riddled with false allegation and alienation tactics. She survived it all… ungracefully… but is rising from the ashes of what was meant to destroy her and is writing one hell of a comeback story. Follow her on Instagram @thedivorceco and check out her book Refining Justice: Taking the High Road through Divorce out January 13, 2025.Thank you so much to our incredible sponsors!Lumen - Visit lumen.me/FMLTALK to get 15% off your LumenFollow your host! TikTok: @gabrielle_stone Instagram: @gabriellestone & @fmltalkpodcast YouTube: FML TALK Website: www.eatprayfml.com Plus, if you want to submit an FML story, email it to info@eatprayfml.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Susie Evans from season 26 joins Gabrielle to spill the tea on life during and after the show, sharing her incredible journey from shy teenager to Bachelor contestant with all the ups and downs along the way. The journey included relationships with some real lying, cheating a**holes, which Susie dives into and describes how she now has a zero-tolerance policy for any dishonesty in a relationship. As anyone who follows Bachelor Nation knows, Susie’s also recently been through a very public breakup, but thankfully is on the road to recovery and is focusing on personal pursuits. One of which is a new podcast (check out Gabrielle as a guest on it!) that delves into 'the intriguing world of relationships gone awry' and bills itself as a place to be ‘enlightened, entertained, and empowered’. F%ck yeah, we love it!Check out Susie’s podcast “Live, Laugh, Lies” and follow Susie on IG at @susiecevans.Thank you so much to our incredible sponsors!Lumen - Visit lumen.me/FMLTALK to get 15% off your LumenFollow your host! TikTok: @gabrielle_stone Instagram: @gabriellestone & @fmltalkpodcast YouTube: FML TALK Website: www.eatprayfml.com Plus, if you want to submit an FML story, email it to info@eatprayfml.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this week’s episode, Gabrielle and Tay unpack the emotional aftermath of a f%cking challenging return home from Hawaii. Gabrielle grapples with the ongoing struggle to balance motherhood and career and the guilt of feeling like she’s falling short in both. Tay offers heartfelt support, reminding Gabrielle that she’s an amazing mom who deserves grace. They delve into the tough realities of parenting during these years, where finding balance feels like an impossible puzzle. With Gabrielle’s raw honesty and vulnerability, this episode is sure to resonate deeply with listeners currently facing similar challenges.Follow your host! TikTok: @gabrielle_stone Instagram: @gabriellestone & @fmltalkpodcast YouTube: FML TALK Website: www.eatprayfml.com Plus, if you want to submit an FML story, email it to info@eatprayfml.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Gabrielle sits down with Lily Womble, a former matchmaker turned dating expert. Growing up in the South, Lily’s self-worth was tied to her relationship status, often leading her into relationships that weren’t right for her. After moving to New York and achieving success at a top matchmaking firm, she found herself in a series of toxic situations and realized she was far from practicing what she preached. At her breaking point, Lily left her job and launched DateBrazen, where she flipped the f%cking script on her dating approach. By embracing self-compassion and ditching rigid checklists, she opened herself up to new possibilities. Her book, ThankYou, More Please, even sparked a viral TikTok challenge about manifesting the good things you want in life. Tune in for some f%cking great advice on navigating the dating world and manifesting the relationship you truly desire!Check out Lily’s book “Thank You, More Please” and learn more about the coaching sessions she offers at datebrazen.com.Follow your host! TikTok: @gabrielle_stone Instagram: @gabriellestone & @fmltalkpodcast YouTube: FML TALK Website: www.eatprayfml.com Plus, if you want to submit an FML story, email it to info@eatprayfml.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Gabrielle talks to Alexa West about the incredible lessons learned from over a decade of solo travel around the world. It all started with $200 in her pocket, no return ticket, and a big f%cking leap of faith. But, that was 10 years and 12 books ago, though, so it's safe to say things have turned out okay! In 2017, Alexa self-published her first travel guide, “The Solo Girl’s Travel Guide,” which is now the #1 selling travel guide book series for women. And she hasn’t stopped writing since! Alexa touches on favorite destinations (get your pen and paper ready to write these gems down), safety tips while traveling, and how to still solo travel while in a relationship. It's an episode that has us dreaming of island vibes and delicious food and makes us want to pack our bags asap and get on the f%ckin plane!! All Alexa’s travel guides are available at Alexa-west.com - sign up for the newsletter for news about book tours and other fun things! She also on Instagram at @sologirlstravelguideHuge thank you to these incredible sponsors for supporting our show: Factor — Head to factormeals.com/fmltalk50 and use code fmltalk50 to get 50% off. Follow your host! TikTok: @gabrielle_stone Instagram: @gabriellestone & @fmltalkpodcast YouTube: FML TALK Website: www.eatprayfml.com Plus, if you want to submit an FML story, email it to info@eatprayfml.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.