Oddvice
by Wellness Loud
254 - Why our generation is struggling to date (Oddvice Column)
About this podcast
Join best friends, Kristen McAtee and Alex Koot as they navigate the ups and downs of life. Coming from opposite upbringings, these 30-year-olds bring different perspectives to the table. Each week they share personal experiences about various topics, and then every Friday they read your stories and answer your questions on their Patreon Exclusive weekly episode. They're playing in the deep end and the shallow end... so grab your floaties 'cause it's about to get WAVY, BABY! No Limits. No Filters. Real ODDvice.
Episodes
The newest 50 of 289 episodes
- 254 - Why our generation is struggling to date (Oddvice Column) · 1 h 12 minThank you to everyone who sent in entries for this months Oddvice column! Happy November too 🍂 Hope you had the bestest halloween! Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code oddvice…
- 253 - The witches New Year & other horror stories · 1 h 9 minHappy Halloween week!! Let's get spooky and talk the history of our favorite halloween traditions and local ghost story legends that still haunt us today! Learn more about your…
- 252 - Perfection Paralysis · 50 minEveryone meet decision paralysis' cousin, perfection paralysis. Today we dove into the unnecessary and self inflicted stress that perfectionism can bring. Doing your best is one…
- 251 - Rating all of our past Halloween costumes · 1 h 26 minThis week, we got in the spooky mood and looked back on all of our past Halloween costumes. We've had some great duo looks and some questionable early 2000's decisions... but we…
- 250 - The journey of love and self-love (Oddvice Column) · 56 minThank you to everyone who wrote in for this months Oddvice Column! We love checking in with you each month 💛 Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/lHR6lrRo29Q…
- 249 - Closed mouths don't get fed · 54 minAsk & you shall receive! This week, we chat about what it means to ask for what's rightfully yours. Not in a demanding or confrontational way, but in a respectable communicating…
- 248 - Ancient medicine & future societies · 1 h 3 minIn this weeks episode, we covered some really cool stuff that Kristen is learning in her acupuncture program. Then, we dove into Alex's secret plan if (and when) she wins the…
- 247 - How to let people be wrong about you (Oddvice Column) · 1 h 11 min · Episode 247Thank you to evervyone who wrote in for this months Oddvice Column 🫶 We touched on a lot of friend probs, relationship (per usual), and a really important deep dive about not…
- 246 - Move in Silence · 49 min · Episode 246In this episode, we discussed moving in silence vs. oversharing: what it means to us, where we fall on the spectrum, and how it affects other aspects of our decision making. Are…
- 245 - Early 2000's | Horror movies and reality TV · 1 h 3 min · Episode 245In this episode, we got a little nostalgic as we reflected on the dark stories behind old reality TV and the golden age of horror movies 🍿 Watch the video version here…
- 244 - Moral dilemmas: what would you do? · 59 min · Episode 244This week, we tackle several moral dilemmas and discuss what we would do in each situation. We were strugglinggg, so let us know what you would do if you had to face some of…
- 243 - Parallel Universes and Quantum Leaping · 1 h 3 min · Episode 243This week, we both had an urge to see what Reddit had to say about parallel universes and quantum leaping. Do you believe some of these stories? Watch the video version here…
- 242 - Open relationships and mutual boundaries (Oddvice Column) · 1 h 22 min · Episode 242It's time for this month's Oddvice Column! Thank you to everyone who wrote in 🫶 Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/H1OjU8Dg-xk Exclusive Patreon episodes every…
- 241 - The dark truth about Yosemite National Park · 1 h 1 min · Episode 241This week, we decided to each bring a story about Yosemite to the table. We're going for our annual summer trip and we felt it was only necessary to learn about the dark truth…
- 240 - An Investigator, Paleontologist, & Sail Boat Rigging (Job Fair) · 1 h 8 min · Episode 240Feeling like you don't know what career path to take? We got you! This week, we read entries from the Oddvice collective, sharing their unique jobs and all they entail. We loved…
- 239 - People Pleasers & Bad Breakups · 1 h 6 min · Episode 239Thank you to everyone who sent in entries for this months Oddvice column! If you want to be featured in the next one, be sure to follow us on Instagram for the announcement of…
- 238 - Q+A: The Paranormal and self discovery (Patreon Exclusive) · 42 min · Episode 238We recently did a Q+A for our Patreon members and it was just too good not to share with the rest of y'all. We get into past paranormal experiences, faith, and our journeys to…
- 237 - Exposing our text messages · 36 min · Episode 237Alex has our text messages saved dated back to 2013. We used a random word generator, searched each word, and read our old texts (still cringing) Watch the video version here…
- 236 - The Demise of Reality TV · 1 h 5 min · Episode 236This week, we discuss Love Island and the death of reality tv. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/EBOh6n7_QfA Exclusive Patreon episodes every Friday…
- 235 - Heartbreak feels good in a place like this (Oddvice Column) · 1 h 31 min · Episode 235NO VIDEO THIS WEEK We're so sorry! The file was corrupted and we couldn't recover it. But in this months Oddvice column, we touched on a lot of heartbreak and shared why we both…
- 234 - Our May Favorites + Other Updates · 46 min · Episode 234This week, we share what we're currently hooked on, updates for our Patreon community, and a chance to enter our new giveaway! Watch the video version here…
- 233 - When people start to feel like deadweight · 38 min · Episode 233Calling someone deadweight sounds a bit harsh, we know - but it's real! You know when you feel drained after being around that certain someone? In this episode we discuss ways to…
- 232 - How to get your spark back · 1 h 6 min · Episode 232This week, we talk about what motivates us to find our spark, how to keep it, and what we do when we lose it. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/ndc-P6Um1yk Exclusive…
- 231 - What if your friend is dating the wrong person? · 51 min · Episode 231In this months Oddvice column, we touched on navigating cheating (ugh), disliking your friends BF, and the rough job market. Thank you to everyone who wrote in this month! Email…
- 230 - Sometimes Pettiness is Necessary (AITA) · 1 h 0 min · Episode 230This week, we read from Reddit's Am I the Asshole... and it gets controversial. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/wp4iyH_R73M Exclusive Patreon episodes every…
- 229 - How we spend our money · 1 h 11 min · Episode 229This week we a played a little card game that prompted some questions we haven't explored. How we spend our money, our views on sentimental things, and much more! Watch the video…
- 228 - If you don't use it, you lose it · 1 h 3 min · Episode 228Alex found a workout class she really likes (surprisingly!) - let's chat about the importance of moving your body throughout the day, and finding what works for you. Watch the…
- 227 - You're the rule, not the exception · 1 h 4 min · Episode 227Thank you to everyone who wrote in for this month's Oddvice Column. We do these the first Monday of every month! Email [email protected] to be featured in next months…
- 226 - 14 Life Lessons Everyone Needs to Hear · 1 h 5 min · Episode 226This week, we read & discuss life pro-tips from Reddit. Full of valuable lessons and ways to live a more positive and fulfilling life. Enjoy! 🫶 Come check out the video version…
- 225 - Reflecting on our past lovers · 60 min · Episode 225This week we reacted to an old episode from October 2020 where we were talking about our types in men. It was so crazy to see how our opinions have changed almost 6 years later!…
- 224 - We found our new calling... · 46 min · Episode 224Fun games like this really tickle our brains.. maybe we found our new calling? Watch the visual version here - https://youtu.be/MSuNqs3d7YE Exclusive Patreon episodes every…
- 223 - The days are longer, so disco occasionally · 1 h 1 min · Episode 223New Harry styles AND the days are getting longer?? hallelujah. Also, Alex and Z are settling in nicely and we've started to plan Kristen's 31st birthday at DISNEYLAND yay! Watch…
- 222 - "You've changed" isn't always a bad thing (Oddvice Column) · 1 h 8 min · Episode 222Thank you to everyone who wrote in for this month's Oddvice Column 🫶 Watch the visual version here - https://youtu.be/9enwtjnylBQ Exclusive Patreon episodes every Friday…
- 221 - A way with words (One Minute Challenge) · 58 min · Episode 221This was such a fun little exercise. A lot harder than we thought too! Where did your head go with some of the speaking prompts? Shoutout to the Creator who started this…
- 220 - Dating in your 20s vs. 30s · 1 h 9 min · Episode 220What are some things you've noticed change from your 20s to your 30s while dating? Here are some things we've noticed. Watch the visual version here…
- 219 - Mr. Avoidant Isn't Always the Villain (Oddvice Column) · 1 h 20 min · Episode 219Thank you to everyone who wrote in for this month's Oddvice Column 🫶 Watch the visual version here - https://youtu.be/pmK4pmWjMNs Exclusive Patreon episodes every Friday!…
- 218 - Socializing is a muscle you need to exercise · 1 h 12 min · Episode 218Moving back in with parents and living in a new city has forced both of us to face our current socializing limits (and we gotta make some changes). How have you been forced to…
- 217 - Ins & Outs of 2026 · 2 h 2 min · Episode 217It feels so good to be back! Let us know what some of your ins & outs are for 2026 ❤️ Watch the visual version here - https://youtu.be/SsX50Y4Ibw0 Exclusive Patreon episodes…
- 216 - A love letter to NYC · 58 min · Episode 216Goodbye for now ❤️ Watch the visual version here - https://youtu.be/9MFudItFT5w Exclusive Patreon episodes every Friday! - https://www.patreon.com/oddvicepodcast Relief in…
- 215 - The creepiest short stories from Reddit · 1 h 25 min · Episode 215Happy Hallo-week! Grab some snacks, turn down the lights, and get spooky while we read submissions from Reddit's NoSleep thread. Watch the visual version here…
- 214 - Sometimes life comes at you sideways · 1 h 6 min · Episode 214Let's chat about redirection. Sometimes life comes at us sideways and it's okay to not be okay ❤️ 🃏 order DECK O' DECKS here! 🃏…
- 213 - How to survive a long distance friendship · 1 h 11 min · Episode 213Long distance friendships could be hard! This week, we read your entries about how you've gotten through long distance with your bestie in preparation of us being long distance…
- 212 - California, here we come! · 1 h 2 min · Episode 212This week, we chat about Kristen's sketchy childhood dentist, our Tiësto encounter, and we're both moving to California?! 🃏 order DECK O' DECKS here! 🃏…
- 211 - Growing up and growing apart (Oddvice Column) · 1 h 15 min · Episode 211Thank you to everyone who wrote in for this month's Oddvice Column! 🫶 🃏 order DECK O' DECKS here! 🃏 - https://bicyclecards.com/shop/bicycle-oddvice-deck-o-decks Watch the visual…
- 210 - I slapped my sister-in-law in front of her family (AITA) · 1 h 37 min · Episode 210Let's catch up this week with Reddit's Am I The A**hole? 🃏 order DECK O' DECKS here! 🃏 - https://bicyclecards.com/shop/bicycle-oddvice-deck-o-decks Watch the visual version here…
- 209 - Honoring our twenties + embracing our thirties · 1 h 34 min · Episode 209We're both officially 30!! This week, we chat about what it means to carry the hard-learned lessons into our thirties, and leave behind what no longer serves us. 🃏 order DECK O'…
- 208 - Dusting off rusty ambitions (Oddvice Column) · 59 min · Episode 208Thank you to everyone who wrote in 🫶 🃏 order DECK O' DECKS here! 🃏 - https://bicyclecards.com/shop/bicycle-oddvice-deck-o-decks Watch the visual version here…
- 207 - Our next phases of life + the future of Oddvice · 1 h 7 min · Episode 207We've been thinking a lot about what's next for both of our personal lives & Oddvice, so sit and chat it out with us ❤️ 🃏 order DECK O' DECKS here! 🃏…
- 206 - Yung Gravy Saved My Life · 1 h 14 min · Episode 206This week, we sit and chat about 'oh shit moments', potential psychic abilities, and we realize Yung Gravy saved our lives! 🃏 order DECK O' DECKS here! 🃏…
- 205 - An Open Discussion About AI · 1 h 21 min · Episode 205This week, we read your entries & discuss AI usage, it's impact on the environment, and what it could mean for our future. We're no experts - we just want to put the conversation…







