Basic Training

A Jonas Brothers divorce, a New York wedding, and a trifecta of juicy questions: what do you do if your boyfriend is *too* in love with you? What’s the right balance of focusing on you but also being open to a relationship? Should you meet up with a long distance lover…who’s now in a relationship? Let’s get to it.   Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960‬ And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod

Talia talks about her favorite on screen pen*s and Jake discusses his obsession with X-Men. But most importantly, we discuss your problems. Is it too much of a red flag to overlook? How can I stop caring?  Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960‬ And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod

Your situation sucks and you need to break up. Listen in as Talia and Jake find humor in your situations and answer your questions from "Should I ask him to move across the country for me?" to "Should I continue living with my ex?"  Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960‬ And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod

We open today's episode with camp talk and Jake's journey to get STI testing in New Hampshire. And the questions just keep getting better...how should you deal with a horrible boss? Can you have a drama-free threesome? Is it really casual? Tune in! Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960‬ And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod

We're obsessed with this week's callers: two besties ready to conquer their fears before college, someone with questions about dating a Christian for the first time, and our first international listener! Expect advice on d*cks, condoms, body acceptance + more. Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960‬ And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod

 We open this week’s episode with Jake’s perplexion over maybe looking like Vince Vaughn (??) and Talia’s tales of child stardom before diving in deep. On this week’s agenda? Discussing how much loyalty you owe your best friend and if it’s kosher to hook up with your brother’s friend. Plus, stick around for Talia’s take on guys with little sisters and why they think they’re the leaders of the feminist movement. Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960‬ And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod

 Jake’s on AJLT, Talia has a concussion, and you all have lots of problems. Should you move to New York? Should you confront your girlfriend after receiving sketchy receipts from a hacker? How do you convince your mom that you’re serious about being pansexual? Find out in this ep. *This episode was recorded before the SAG-AFTRA strike.

Learn how to overcome a friendship breakup (they're really hard!), what *not* to say when you get ghosted, and the easiest way to initiate casual sex. We know it's tough out there — let us help. Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960‬ And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod

This week we're chatting everything from the surprise guests at Jake's comedy show (please do not do this!) to Talia's biggest fear (it could be you!). We also answer your questions on catching feelings for your bff and dealing with your real c*** of a professor. Indulge away! Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960‬ And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod

Why are interpersonal relationships so tricky? This week Talia discusses her new crush (who lives on a boat), her old crush (who broke up with her over Substack), then answers some of your burning questions with Jake's help: Why are friend breakups so hard? How do you make friends after college? And is a friend's high school ex off limits? Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960‬ And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod