Brutal Honesty by the Boccuzzi's: Recent Episodes
Francesco & Rebecca Boccuzzi
Rebecca and Francesco Boccuzzi are a happily and (more than) occasionally crazy married couple who discuss dilemmas and confusing situations that the everyday person encounters, no matter what type of person you are. They provide both sides of an argument with humor because they share many different opinions but find common ground when it comes to core values. They aren't experts in anything, and really have no authority to talk about such issues, but feel strongly enough to share them with all of you! Also, they really like to hear themselves talk.
Have you ever hosted an event in your home, or been the guest in someone's home? Yes? Okay. Let's go through some ways that you can be an appropriate host or guest in someone's home. Your hosts offer some insights that they have gathered from playing both roles. Listen to this eek's podcast episode, and see if any of the tips resonate with you!
It is not a question of whether or not you choose your own suffering. It's how. In this special episode, your hosts will guide you through a step-by-step process in not only identifying the ways that you choose your own suffering but ways that you can begin to make choices that are more you-centered and beneficial towards yourself. You don't deserve to suffer; let us learn how to live more peaceful lives together!
At any age and at any stage of your life, it seems that there are those loved ones and friends that are there for you unequivocally... and those that are not. In this episode, we discuss what our definition of fairweather friends are, how we have experienced them in our lives, and what to do to establish your own boundaries when it comes to these types of people.
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
What's your idea of a good time? Is it the same as your friends' and loved ones' ideas of their own good time? As our world slowly re-opens, more and more of us are going back out and doing activities that we enjoy doing. In this episode, we explore the importance of being true to yourself and what is fun for you, while also being flexible and showing up for your loved ones.
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Do you have any animal companions, or know someone with cute and cuddly friends? Then this episode is for you! As animal lovers, we feel it a personal duty to discuss the personal dos and don'ts that come with pets. There's etiquette in having animals, and in treating other people's furry loved ones, and respecting animals as you would a human being. Along with the advice, we also discuss what we've learned by raising cats together, an experience we would not trade for the world!
After an emotionally difficult week, your hosts share a vulnerable loo inside of their recent relationship issues, explore the status of their own mental health, and share why taking care of your mental health, as individuals, is so important. We end with tips to help take care of your mental health. Whatever you are going through, we will love and support you on your journeys. Thank you all for your continued support. We love you all!
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Many people have at least one ex. You know, that person that you engaged in physically, emotionally, or both. Having an ex often comes with feelings of anger, hurt, love, and many others, which bears the question: can you be friends with an ex? Listen as we explore this topic using our own personal experiences and observances from some of our loved ones!
This week, your hosts discuss something that they are very good at: talking! More specifically, shooting the breeze, whether that be with long-time loved ones, old friends, or complete strangers. There is so much to be gained and so little to lose by simply talking to others, and you never know how much this can positively impact another person. Get inspired to reach out to someone by listening!
The hosts of this podcast are approaching an interesting point in their lives, one where they are in their late twenties and settling down in their personal lives and careers. With this comes certain challenges, like comparing yourself to others and feeling inadequate when you feel like you have not done enough, or progressed enough. We know. We feel it too, but we shouldn't! We discuss this and more in this episode's podcast.
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
During difficult times and normal times, we are always able to "show" up for our loved ones. So, what does that look like? And where can you start if you aren't sure? We explore this and much more in this week's podcast!
How can you be a good neighbor? And more importantly, why should you care about being a good neighbor? With personal stories and a healthy sense of humor, we explore this topic on this week's podcast episode!
Do you have an outrageous, horrible, or hilarious neighbor experience? We want to know about it! Message our accounts on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter (@bhboccuzzi) and tell us about it! We'll feature the best ones on our pages, and the very best one on next week's episode!
In addition to Monday's episode, your two hosts briefly add a few situations that were missed in the hopes to give a little more perspective on the topic at hand.
In this week's episode, your two hosts get vulnerable and discuss their different issues with their weight, how loved ones have tried (and sometimes failed) to help, and question why being overweight is such a strong trigger for so many people. In discussing this hard topic, it is the hope that we can dispel fearing weight issues and offer more perspective for those who struggle with their weight!
Think you know everything about what ghosting is after Justin or Tina never texted you back? Well, think again! In this episode, we discuss ghosting -- it's not all that you think it is! -- and how to bounce back after you've been a victim of ghosting. We're on your side on this one, unless you're a ghoster of course.
As average Joes, we don't typically experience cancel culture the way that celebrities and other people of influence do. So, what role do we play when someone famous and familiar gets "canceled?" That's exactly what we will be exploring in this week's episode of BHB!
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Having a healthy sense of humor is important, but what happens when you use other people to try and be funny? Don't be that person. Learn a quick lesson on how to be funny (without being a turd) with the Boccuzzis!
In our debut episode, we discuss how you may be intentionally or unintentionally making everything all about you and not about those you are close with. Listen to our personal experiences on the matter and our suggestions on how to make sure you're giving your loved ones enough space and making everything less about yourself!