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Platonic Life Partners

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Culture is obsessed with romantic love. Our podcast celebrates platonic relationships and the effort that comes with maintaining them. We're two long time best friends aka Platonic Life Partners. Join us, Consuelo & Melissa, on our journey of strengthening our bond, exploring Houston, and catching up with old friends. Stay tuned as we discuss our thoughts and opinions on a variety of topics.

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United States

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Culture is obsessed with romantic love. Our podcast celebrates platonic relationships and the effort that comes with maintaining them. We're two long time best friends aka Platonic Life Partners. Join us, Consuelo & Melissa, on our journey of strengthening our bond, exploring Houston, and catching up with old friends. Stay tuned as we discuss our thoughts and opinions on a variety of topics.

Language:

English


Episodes
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21. Looking Back, Moving Forward: Season Finale Reflections on Our Podcast Journey

2/23/2024
In this first season finale episode, we take a moment to reflect on our incredible journey. We candidly discuss what worked well for us, but it wouldn’t be a true reflection without acknowledging the bumps along the way. Join us as we celebrate the growth, the laughter, and the unforgettable moments that made this podcast a truly remarkable adventure.

Duration:01:02:27

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20. Soulful Conversations: Exploring the Depths of Faith and Belief

2/19/2024
TW: Talk of suicide 46:20-50:55 In this episode we delve into the realm of religion, spirituality, and faith. We open up about our personal experiences and share our own journeys in discovering what the concepts mean to us. Additionally, we listen and discuss answers we received from our friends and listeners regarding questions about the topic. It’s a thought-provoking and inclusive discussion that invites everyone to explore their own beliefs and perspectives. Tune in and join us on this enlightening exploration!

Duration:01:20:50

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19. It’s a Love Story, Baby, Just Say Yes!

2/5/2024
Join us as we dive into the topic of looooove. We go hard for platonic love, but this week we finally discuss romantic love in honor of Valentine’s Day. We share our thoughts on having been single throughout our 20s, our fears with putting ourselves out there in the modern dating age, and what our ideal weddings would look like.

Duration:01:34:49

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18. Book/Movie Club: The Iron Claw

2/2/2024
Tune in as we discuss the emotional rollercoaster that is the movie, The Iron Claw. We share our thoughts on the movie, parents’ unfair expectations on their children, and Zac Efron (obviously). We also share a lot of new updates.

Duration:01:25:14

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17. Navigating Friendship Breakups: When to Let Go and Embracing New Beginnings

1/22/2024
In this episode, we’ll explore the different reasons why friendship breakups happen, discuss the signs that indicate it’s time to move on, and explore the positive and negative aspects that come with these experiences. It’ll be an insightful and relatable conversation about the complexities of friendships. Links mentioned in the episode - 20 Questions That Help Strengthen Your Friendship 9 Signs That It's Time to End a Friendship

Duration:00:50:39

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16. New Year, New Goals

1/8/2024
Grab your PLP and come have an insightful conversation with us. In this episode, we’ll dive into our personal experiences from last year, discuss our thoughts on New Year’s resolutions, and share our exciting goals for the year ahead. It’ll be a fun and inspiring conversation to kickstart 2024!

Duration:01:01:11

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15. Fish Bowl Fridays – Spillin’ the Tea & Refresquerías!

12/29/2023
In this episode, we'll chat about the delicious offerings at a local refresquería, answer listener questions, and have a great time catching up. Get ready for some lively conversation and tasty sips!

Duration:01:06:46

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14. Festive Fun and Holiday Memories

12/25/2023
In this episode, we'll dive into the wonderful world of holiday traditions. From finding meaningful ornaments for the tree to cozying up by the fire with hot cocoa, we'll share our favorite ways to make this season merry and bright. We'll reminisce about the joyous moments that make this time of year so special. Get ready for a jolly and festive conversation!

Duration:01:02:32

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13. The Great War! – Taylor Swift Song Draft

12/13/2023
Join us as we dive into the world of Taylor Swift's music and reminisce about our unforgettable experience at The Eras Tour. We'll be drafting our favorite songs and sharing our thoughts on each era. Get ready for a lively discussion filled with love for Taylor's incredible talent and the magic of her live performances!

Duration:01:13:40

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12. Friend in laws - Frank

11/27/2023
In this episode, we're thrilled to introduce our college turned life long friend Frank! Get ready for some funny stories and nostalgic moments as we catch up with him. It's going to be a blast! Also, find out how Frank feels about platonic relationships and what the first episode of the podcast meant to him.

Duration:01:10:36

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11. A Journey of Giving Back

11/13/2023
Join us as we reflect on our meaningful community service experiences and share our heartfelt thoughts on the impact it has had on us.

Duration:01:04:27

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10. Navigating Grief

10/30/2023
Grab a comfort item and your PLP as we dive into the emotional journey of grief and the different ways people cope with loss, providing insights and support for those going through the grieving process. We also talk about the history of and share fun facts about Día de Los Muertos.

Duration:01:17:45

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9. Book/Movie Club: Red White and Royal Blue

10/27/2023
Join us for a royal love affair! In this episode, we'll dive deep into both the book and movie adaptation of "Red, White, and Royal Blue." We'll explore the similarities and differences between the two, discussing what worked well and what could have been better. Get ready for a lively conversation filled with passionate opinions and insightful analysis.

Duration:00:37:45

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8. Superstitions Unveiled: From Black Cats to Broken Mirrors

10/16/2023
Explore the fascinating world of superstitions and learn about their origins, cultural significance, and whether these PLPs believe in them. Melissa and Consuelo also share their spooky encounters, or lack thereof, with the paranormal world.

Duration:01:15:03

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7. Avoiding Travel Fails: The Dos and Don'ts

10/2/2023
Ready to level up your travel game? We're sharing the top dos and don'ts to help you navigate any trip with your PLP like a pro. Tune in and avoid those travel mishaps!

Duration:00:57:14

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6. Fish Bowl Fridays - Lemon Drops & Listener Questions

9/29/2023
Join us for a lively special episode of Fish Bowl Fridays, where we mix refreshing lemon drops and dive into answering questions from our awesome listeners! Also, listen in as we present our first local spot!

Duration:00:57:55

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5. Amigos forever: Celebrating 16 years and our Hispanic roots

9/18/2023
It's a double celebration! Join us as we mark 16 years of friendship and pay a tiny tribute to Hispanic Heritage Month! We explore friendiversaries and what it means for us to be labeled as Latinas. Also, enjoy our first segment of Michael’s Minute. Grab your PLP for this fun filled episode as we discuss these interesting topics.

Duration:00:52:51

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4. Our Producer - Michael

9/4/2023
Step into the extraordinary world of our multi-talented producer, Michael! From editing wizardry to social media mastery, he's the backbone of our podcast. Join us as we uncover his remarkable story, exploring his invaluable role behind the scenes and the dedication he brings to every aspect of our show.

Duration:00:59:22

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3. Friend in laws - Liliana

8/25/2023
On this special episode, the first of many to come, we catch up with our long-time mutual friend and social media influencer, Lili. We all share memories of how we met and everything in between. And to top it off, we conclude with Lili's unique perspective on platonic relationships. Stay tuned for an episode filled with nostalgia and valuable insights!

Duration:01:31:05

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2. Aries, Leos, and Birthday Surprises, Oh My!

8/21/2023
Grab a slice of cake and join us for a delightful conversation about birthdays and astrology with your platonic life partner! From sharing birthday memories to discussing the quirks of your zodiac signs, this episode is a perfect blend of stargazing and sweet indulgence.

Duration:01:18:19