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Mak explains the concept of “old” and “young” ages, Alayna talks about why every couple could benefit from couple’s therapy, and Ashley gets vulnerable about the perils of a public open relationship. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashgavscomedy Instagram:...

Published 04/17/24

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Published 04/17/24

Ashley's Bad Decision

Ashley recounts an eventful weekend with a special someone. Alayna shines after a weekend of spoon carving. Mak gives a long-awaited life update. This week’s question comes from a listener who is nervous about joining a queer sports league. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok:...

Published 04/10/24

Quitting The Internet

This week, Mak brings the energy and attempts to top the pod. Everyone contemplates leaving the internet forever, and many important questions are addressed: Who got hacked, what is a Purple Heart Lesbian…and who is Makenna Hopkins? FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok:...

Published 04/03/24

Alayna's Delusional

Ashley shows foot on pod and tells a harrowing subway story. Alayna second-guesses her summer. This week's listener question: How do you deal with anxious attachment and jealousy in an open relationship? FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashgavscomedy Instagram:...

Published 03/27/24

Re-Evaluating Everything

Ashley and Mak advise Alayna, whose life path has taken an unexpected turn. Ashley rants about literacy. A listener writes in about “self-play” that throws off the rest of their day. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashgavscomedy Instagram:...

Published 03/20/24

Ashley's Hit Rate

Mom and Dad get flirty again, Mak enlightens her parents about the Star Wars prequels, and Ashley recaps an eventful encounter with 2 gorgeous women. This week’s listener question comes from a person dealing with a very specific hurdle in their sex life. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok:...

Published 03/13/24

Filling Our Gaps

Mak celebrates Kansas City’s Super Bowl win. Alayna reveals an update on her quest to merge her passions. Ashley, Alayna, and Mak give advice to a listener seeking queer joy in a rural community. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashgavscomedy Instagram:...

Published 03/06/24

The Men We'd Date

An absolutely crucial thought experiment is proposed this week: If you were straight, what kind of man would you date? Also: Mak recounts the experience of her first earthquake, and Alayna gets very triggered mid-pod. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashgavscomedy Instagram:...

Published 02/28/24

Lesbian Bar Drama

On this wholesome episode of the pod, Alayna and Mak discuss Mak’s fascination with planes, Alayna’s school struggles, and address the lesbian bar drama that has been sweeping the internet. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashgavscomedy Instagram:...

Published 02/21/24

Flirting With A Fan

Ashley, Alayna, and Mak crush hard on a Patron who asks a thought-provoking question. Ashley reveals the results of her egg-freezing process. Little Mak joins Mak in celebrating going to the doctor. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashgavscomedy Instagram:...

Published 02/14/24

Confronting Religious Trauma

This week, Mak confronts her fear of flying and is bullied into doing merch. Alayna has a realization about her hobbies and Ashley continues to be filled with eggs. A listener asks: How do I overcome internalized homophobia from religion? FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok:...

Published 02/07/24

Dad's Pregnancy Update

Ashley updates us on her egg-freezing process, which has led to mushy results. Alayna enlightens us on Canadian currency, and Mak takes us through her eccentric morning routine. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashgavscomedy Instagram:...

Published 01/31/24

Dad's Getting Pregnant

Mak reveals a big update that has Alayna and Ashley in shock. Ashley embarks on her egg-freezing journey, to distressing results. This week’s question: Is having a genital preference transphobic? FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashgavscomedy Instagram:...

Published 01/24/24

Alayna's Big News

Alayna reveals a big life update. Ashley travels in time. The fam also address a thought-provoking question: Would you hook up with your clone? FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashgavscomedy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashgavs/ YouTube:...

Published 01/17/24

Healing From Codependency

This week’s question defines and explores the issue of codependency in relationships. Alayna reveals more fizz bombs, Mak adjusts to living in a new city, and Ashley begins to plan a proposal. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashgavscomedy Instagram:...

Published 01/10/24

Cheating And Fizz Bombs

Is flirting cheating? Is Mak like her boomer father? And are fizz bombs worth the hype? Ashley, Alayna, and Mak are asking the hard questions this week. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashgavscomedy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashgavs/ YouTube:...

Published 01/03/24

Ashley Contacts An Ex

Ashley feels the urge to reach out to an old flame and Alayna and Mak are somehow convinced into helping her out. They also reflect on their favorite moments from the podcast as 2023 comes to a close. Finally, Mak makes a surprising announcement about her relationship… FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs...

Published 12/20/23

Mak’s Shark TikTok Obsession

Mak is late to the pod this week, and Alayna and Ashley won’t let her live it down. They also discuss Mak’s shark tooth haul, Matt Rife, and holiday traditions. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashgavscomedy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashgavs/ YouTube:...

Published 12/13/23

Alayna Accidentally Joined An MLM

Alayna has a big update this week: An innocent TikTok obsession has turned into much more. Ashley chimes in with her story of escaping a cult as well as her prickly time in Palm Springs. Mak contemplates rescuing a feral cat. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok:...

Published 12/06/23

Alayna's First Therapy Session

Alayna whips out her “emotion wheel” and recaps her surprisingly difficult first session at therapy. The fam also discuss happiness, depression, and loss of vulnerability in the internet age. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashgavscomedy Instagram:...

Published 11/29/23

What's Your Safe Word?

Ashley explores a shocking alternative form of mental health treatment, Alayna cuts her own hair live on pod, and Mak has her first dental dam experience. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashgavscomedy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashgavs/ YouTube:...

Published 11/22/23

Psychoanalyzing Mak For 49 Minutes

Alayna and Ashley therapize Mak as she unpacks a frustrating family visit. Amidst this, Ashley attempts to order a bagel. This week’s question comes from a listener who is struggling with whether or not to leave their church community. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok:...

Published 11/15/23

This One Got...Explicit?

Alayna discusses her upcoming presentation on desire in relationships, which takes today’s family discussion to...a non-family-friendly place. Ashley speaks on the stigma against open relationships, Mak divulges her fear of planes, and Alayna reports some important butt facts. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY...

Published 11/08/23

Finally Addressing What Happened

Ashley explains what happened earlier this year in Indianapolis that resulted in her cancellation, and why she didn’t address It sooner. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashgavscomedy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashgavs/ YouTube:...

Published 11/01/23