How to Ask For What You Need, Open the Line of Communication, and Be Included — Your Listener Questions Answered

How to Ask For What You Need, Open the Line of Communication, and Be Included — Your Listener Questions Answered

July 6, 2026 · 24 min

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This episode addresses listener questions on various topics including communication, self-advocacy, and personal experiences.

This week is all about your listener questions! We’re talking: asking for what you need up front, finding people to co-sign your BS, advice for young queer folk, work trip rendezvous, the Maine senate race, being left out, being a narcissist, loose skin, and some spelling advice! Wanna see JVN on stage? Get tix to the Hot & Healed Comedy Tour here. Catch Getting Better & The Monday Edit, now on YouTube! Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive content, bonus episodes, and more! www.patreon.com/jvn Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Instagram @jvn and senior producer Chris @amomentlikechris Executive Producer, Chris McClure Producer, Editor & Engineer is Nathanael McClure Production support from Chad Hall Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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