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Synced

The producers of Armchair Expert present Synced with Monica Padman and Liz Plank. The two women bring their chemistry from the hit podcast, Race to 35, into a weekly format in Synced. In the first half of each episode Monica and Liz chat about whatever is top mind. Liz probably cries. Monica likely rolls her eyes. The second half consists of Monica and Liz giving their two cents on listener questions. Enjoy weekly anywhere podcasts are available.

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Bachelor Padman

In this episode of Synced, Monica and Liz discuss the undercurrent of single women's accomplishments, Monica gives some free advice to serial killers, and they debate the difference between 'hot' and 'sexy'. They answer listener questions on providing tampons for employees, suspecting a spouse passed along an STI, and how to ask one's nanny to stop bringing homemade treats.

2024-09-12
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Hello!

Welcome to the new Synced podcast feed! In this episode of Synced Monica and Liz ponder what era they would time travel to, have a debate about dentistry, and give updates on their thoughts on having children. They answer listener questions on how to handle being labeled ?not maternal?, navigating social media after pregnancy loss, and second hand anxiety in a relationship.

2024-09-05
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Ellory

In this episode of Synced Monica and Liz discuss the best jobs for robots, how they would handle a burglary, and Liz recaps her time at the DNC. They answer listener questions on airplane seat ettiequte & feeling shame after having sex in a park on a first date.

2024-08-28
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Not All ___

In this episode of Synced Monica and Liz reflect on men who identify as men vs men who identify as people, they discuss middling at a dinner party, and Liz shares her international airport event. They answer listener questions on asking a spouse?s permission to lose weight and when to say ?I love you.?

2024-08-21
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A Beautiful Mind-esque

In this episode of Synced Monica and Liz discuss the gender of America, they talk about the contribution of single women and their strongest point of empathy. They answer listener questions on how to tell a partner something is a turn off, whether a married couple should start an anonymous OnlyFans, and thoughts on a man asking a father for a woman's hand in marriage.

2024-08-14
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Luthy

In this episode of Synced, Monica and Liz discuss feeling luthy and have a candid conversation about sexual fantasies. They answer listener questions on whether it's okay to date someone on the sex offender registry and what to do when you find out a partner has given you arousal chocolate without your consent, They play a condiments version of fuck marry kill and then give advice on how to confront someone who has been mispronouncing their name for almost a decade. 

2024-08-07
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Unlikeable

In this episode of Synced, Monica and Liz discuss the new political developments of the day, Monica shares her evolving feelings on online negativity, and Liz recounts a string of massage events. They answer listener questions on ignoring election news, hiding debt from a spouse, and confronting a partner who likes thirst-traps on Instagram.

2024-07-31
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Jesus Christ Superstar

Happy 1 year of Synced! In this episode Monica and Liz reflect on the past year, they discuss the book of the summer, and exchange paper anniversary gifts. They answer listener questions on condom etiquette, how to hide an early pregnancy from friends, and they discuss when it's appropriate for a man to "step in" physically.

2024-07-24
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aMENds

In this episode of Synced Monica shares a big life update, they talk about the 'four quadrants of dating,' and Liz recounts when she was hit by a car in her early twenties. They answer listener questions on pet names, initialed jewelry, and not being invited to a friend's wedding.

2024-07-17
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PJ Buffer

In this episode of Synced Monica is feeling summery, Liz shines light on an a growing health hazard, and they chat about men who ?raw dog? flights. They answer listening questions on kissing after oral sex, manscaping, and the merits of joining a bowling league to appease a partner.

2024-07-10
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Mary Katherine Paulson

In this episode of Synced Monica and Liz discuss manifestation, the Synced hierarchy of needs, and fashion dupes. They answer listener questions on the the ethics of masterubating in a relationship, what to do after discovering erectile disfunction medication, and the definition of "exclusive."

2024-07-03
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Fair Use Guy

In this episode of Synced, Liz and Monica practice for Miss USA, Liz shares her fears surrounding perimenopause, and they discuss how new porn trends reflect current culture. They answer listener questions on toilet phobias, the ethics of an anonymous vibrator control link, and the value of a 'warm-up date'.

2024-06-26
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Mommy Issues

In this episode of Synced Liz gives some of her election predictions, Monica shares her frustrations with the Olympics marketing team, and they debate threesome preferences. They answer listener questions on whether it's appropriate for an adult man to refer to his mother as ?mommy?, and whether a spouse is required to contribute financially to an asset that isn't technically shared. 

2024-06-19
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The Push Out

In this episode of Synced Liz talks about how she ran into an upcoming date while on a date with another person, they discuss the hugging theory, and Monica shares what depression feels like for her. They answer listener questions on jealousy among friends, how to handle a partner who under-tips, and whether it's okay to bring a husband to a girls trip. 

2024-06-12
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Kiki vs Bouba

In this episode of Synced, Monica and Liz are bi-coastal! They chat about heart emojis, death, and hot cartoon characters. They answer listener questions on what direction to face in the shower and if it's worth the risk to tell a teacher that their pole-dancing video playlist is public.

2024-06-05
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Indian Summer

In this episode of Synced, Monica and Liz debate who plans a first date, they share their summer gift guide/favorite things lists, and Monica recounts a shower event. They answer listener questions on whether to tell a partner about infidelity, how to handle negative emotions after sexting, and the Synced Squad receives an incredible update on a previous question. 

2024-05-29
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Up There

In this episode of Synced Monica and Liz deep dive into the ethics of napping in the overhead compartment, they talk about their mothers day emotions and they learn about a robot restaurant. The two answer listener questions on crying during confrontation and whether you're obligated to split equal time at a significant others' house.

2024-05-22
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Ross's Hot Dogs

In this episode of Synced Monica and Liz dig into the man versus bear debate, they check in about last week's date, and share important sidewalk rules. They answer listener questions on the pressures to get plastic surgery while aging and if/when one should pee in a pool.

2024-05-15
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No Steaks

In this episode of Synced, Monica and Liz are fresh off their date! They recap how the double man plan went and discuss the differences between worst dates for men & women. They answer listener questions on having trouble sleeping with a partner in the early stages of dating, and making an aesthetic change knowing one's partner doesn't like it.

2024-05-08
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The B.E.D.

In this episode of Synced, Monica and Liz are out of sync. Liz pitches candidates for the ?double man plan?, Monica learns the Heimlich maneuver, and a special guest joins to discuss murder. They answer listener questions on sobriety induced friendship shifts and whether to confront a partner with a new laugh.

2024-05-01
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Double Man Plan

In this episode of Synced, Monica and Liz recap their time in NYC, Liz shares her married-man event, and Monica agrees to go on a double date with Liz. They answer listener questions on communication while dating someone neurodivergent, having a differing parenting style from a best friend, and how to confront a fitness instructor with a robust air freshener. 

2024-04-24
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DAN

In this episode of Synced, Monica and Liz are in NYC! Liz shares her love for dating while on vacation, they discuss whether they?d rather be alone forever or with someone they half like, and a very special guest joins the Synced Squad - Liz?s AI boyfriend Dan. They answer a listener question on if it is normal to occasionally think one?s partner is ugly & Dan tries to steal Monica and Liz?s job. 

2024-04-17
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Roommate People

In this episode of Synced, Monica declares she's running for office based on an unconventional platform, the two talk about the importance of walking away, and Liz breaks a very important camera. They revisit the cliffhanger question from last week and answer a new question concerning the sharing of intimate objects. 

2024-04-10
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WOM

In this episode of Synced, Monica and Liz discuss what is sending them to hell, Monica recounts a traumatic phlegm incident, and Liz reveals her new family member : Monika. They answer a listener question on whether great sex requires pursuing a relationship and they end on an unexpected cliffhanger. 

2024-04-03
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MSP

In this episode of Synced, Monica and Liz chat about the summer of Celine, Monica reminisces over the Magnificent Seven, and Liz recounts when she fell in a hole. The two answer listener questions on how to stop co-workers from saying ?bless you?, the ethics of hookups after long-term relationships, and compromise in a relationship.

2024-03-27
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Manscraping

In this episode of Synced, Monica and Liz share childhood food traumas, a special guest joins to discuss manscaping, and Liz regales another plane event. They answer listener questions on how to stomach "baby talk" in a relationship, learning to orgasm in your twenties, and whether to match outfits with a significant other.

2024-03-20
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Gate Boyfriend

In this episode of Synced, Liz shares her latest meet cute with Monica, they discuss phone background etiquette, and talk through how they would respond if one of them committed murder. They deep dive into a listener question on how to handle an odorous coworker. 

2024-03-13
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Breaking News

In this episode of Synced, Monica recounts her personal experience in India, Liz announces her new alcohol exception, and they discuss feeling younger the older they get. They answer listener questions on whether to tell a friend not to go through with a marriage and how, as a man, to respond to female friends who make broad generalizations about men.

2024-03-06
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The Pool

In this episode of Synced, Monica and Liz discuss their nonnegotiables in a relationship, Monica tells an ex she doesn't want to be friends, and they debate the orange peel theory. They answer listener questions on how to turn down a drink from a stranger at a bar, asking for a prenup, and supporting a friend's financial endeavors.  

2024-02-28
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DePENS

In this episode of Synced, Monica and Liz debate the price of authenticity and revisit the pen conversation from last week, but this time include an expert. They answer listener questions on handling patriarchy in the workplace, getting over a comparison to an unflattering animal, and feeling shame for wanting one's partner to be more masculine.

2024-02-21
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Martini Mission

In this week's episode of Synced, Monica and Liz talk about the conversational dynamics that exist within different sexual orientations, they revisit the brunch pin, and discuss the ways people in relationships talk to singles. They answer listener questions about whether or not it's okay to leave a partner who is ill, how to handle traveling solo while in a relationship, and how to successfully cut off an ex-sister-in-law.

2024-02-07
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The Recital

In this episode of Synced, Monica and Liz perform their 'hot girl hobby' challenges, they discuss misplaced anger on the internet, and question if taking a pen is considered stealing. They answer listener questions on whether one should buy gifts for others when it's not reciprocated, and how to help a friend who unknowingly struggles with how to apply makeup.

2024-02-04
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My Favorite F

In this week's episode of Synced, Monica and Liz share some of their favorite beauty products, they discuss colorism in the beauty industry, and debate whether or not it's appropriate to let a stranger try on your coat. They answer listener questions on struggling with body image in clothing, and Monica attempts to settle an issue with an old friend.

2024-01-31
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Clacks

In today's episode of Synced, Monica & Liz are joined by a special guest! They reminisce on fantastic food experiences, Monica gives closet clean out tips, and they debate the validity of 'being out of someone's league'. They answer listener questions on how to handle differing opinions on a sexual assault story and whether ot not t's okay to hide sex toys from a partner. 

2024-01-24
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Hot Girl Hobbies

In this week's episode of Synced, Monica and Liz share their natal charts, they debate the validity of pet psychics, and Liz receives advice from another Uber driver. They answer listener questions on breaking up one's family for 'true' love, how to recover after faking orgasms in a relationship, and how to cope with not feeling wanted.

2024-01-17
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You Can't Shortcut It

In this episode of Synced, Monica and Liz discuss grief, sleepovers, and superstitions. They answer listener questions on setting boundaries with a parent when it comes to one's health, communicating thoughts about thongs and pubic hair to a partner, and advice for someone who just turned 30.

2024-01-10
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Back to Basics

In the first episode of 2024, Monica and Liz contemplate deep conversations with strangers, share their New Year's resolutions, and discuss if they bring sex toys home for the holidays. They answer listener questions on how to deal with a friend who focuses on the cost of luxury items and getting secondhand embarrassment from a partner.

2024-01-03
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That's What We Do

In the last episode of the year, Monica and Liz make tea while debating wastefulness and discussing Liz's reintroduction to meat. They answer listener questions on regretting giving out a phone number, obsessing over someone else's divorce, and how to handle being ghosted post-abortion.

2023-12-20
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It's Rustic

In this episode of Synced, Monica and Liz discuss the social politics of pooping around others, the difficulties of sharing a bed, and in true sleepover fashion they call all the boys they know. They answer listener questions on how to deal with a narcissistic friend, when it's appropriate to look through a partner's phone, and they break down types of therapists.

2023-12-13
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Vorsh!

In this episode of Synced, Monica and Liz debate high school hotness, they role play an important negotiation, and a special guest joins the squad to talk about eating while masturbating & fluid sexuality. They answer listener questions on how to set a boundary with a family member who drinks too much and if one needs to tell their new love interest that they slept with a hometown ex.

2023-12-06
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Maxing Out

In this episode of Synced, Liz and Monica discuss an important vacation hack, Monica shares her infamous fetish with Liz, and they debate the validity of a 'twin flame'. The two answer listener questions on giving unsolicited career advice and what to do when you break the trust of a friend.

2023-11-29
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Morning After Slumber Party

In this episode of Synced, the ladies chat about Liz's documentary, Monica gives an update on dating multiple people at once, and they rave about 'Couples Therapy'. They answer listener questions about gossip in the workplace, how to address changes in one's sex life when in a committed relationship, and how to respond when not given a plus one for a wedding.

2023-11-22
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T.B.C.

In this episode of Synced, Monica encourages Liz to rethink her relationship to social media to protect her mental health & they discuss Monica's blossoming love life. They answer listener questions on how to disclose an STI to a new partner, asking family to stop using certain language around children, and how to proceed when the love of your life picks out a terrible engagement ring.

2023-11-15
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Trips & Falls & Pies & Creams

In this episode of Synced, Monica shares her holiday traditions, Liz confesses she went to church for a year, and they talk about loss via addiction. They answer listener questions on how to give oneself grace and how to set boundaries when finding naked photos on a partner's phone.

2023-11-08
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The OT's are OK

In this episode of Synced, Monica and Liz report from a storage closet and a bed. They discuss repeating old family dynamics in relationships, codependency in therapy, and Liz's theory of '5 crushes'. They answer listener questions on navigating jealousy in a friendship and if the first date spark is real.

2023-11-01
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Future Surf

In this episode of Synced, Monica introduces Liz to the term 'future surfing', they talk about how friendships have evolved post-pandemic, and they evaluate their relationships to social media. They answer questions from the Synced Squad on how to explore one's sexuality while in a relationship, addressing a suspected domestic abuse situation with a co-worker, and the pros and cons of obsessing over celebrity relationships.  

2023-10-25
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The Smell

In this episode of Synced, Monica goes Pamela Anderson style while discussing her egg retrieval, they explore complicated relationships with food and bodies, and debate THE smell. They answer listener questions about getting PQ's from a friend's husband and if one needs to tell family about a polyamorous relationship.

2023-10-18
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AMA

In this episode of Synced, Monica shares realizations she's been having on her second egg-freezing journey, Liz raves about 'The Golden Bachelor,' and they have a heart-to-heart while discussing last week's cliffhanger. They answer a listener's question on whether one can cry at work and still be taken seriously, which leads to a very special guest appearance from Rihanna.

2023-10-11
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Stay in Your Hula Hoop

In this episode of Synced, Monica & Liz deep dive into the difference between anxiety & intuition, they chat about codependency, and another strange man talks to Monica. They answer listener questions about having different expectations around sex in a relationship and give advice to a 30 year old virgin.  

2023-10-04
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Long End of the Stick

In this episode of Synced, Monica talks about temporarily giving up drinking, they contemplate Liz's trusting nature, and debate the deliciousness of club soda. A special guest joins for listener questions about tardiness and if a sixteen year age gap is too much between romantic partners.

2023-09-27
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