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This week, Matt and Kristen are tackling toxic traits, relationship tests, and a few things that might raise some eyebrows! Are your toxic traits really toxic? Or are they just charming personality quirks that other people can’t appreciate? Matt and Kristen have some thoughts.Kristen gives us the latest on her “funemployment” journey, including the surprisingly UNFUN experience of trying to collect unemployment benefits.How well does Kristen REALLY know Matt? Matt puts her to the test with a pop quiz that could reveal just how much she’s been paying attention. What could possibly go wrong?Matt takes Kristen on a little road trip that turns into a nostalgic throwback to the glory days of The Max!Online dating is already weird enough, but what happens when a complete stranger gets involved in helping you find love? We’ve got a story that takes matchmaking to another level.And finally, Hollywood partner swapping?! Matt gets Kristen’s thoughts on a very interesting celebrity relationship arrangement. Would she ever consider it, or is Matt about to get himself in trouble just for asking?It’s another episode filled with laughs, questionable opinions, relationship revelations, and the kind of conversations that probably should’ve stayed between Matt and Kristen! Follow Kristen on IG, FB and Twitter @RadioKristen Follow Matt on IG, and Twitter @RealMattlanta

Is a wedding ring the secret to making Matt look happier on TV? Kristen certainly thinks so, and she’s not afraid to say it! This week, we’re covering everything from fashion choices to questionable financial opportunities, with plenty of disagreements along the way. ● A Very Important Fit Check: We’re talking fashion, appearances, and why Kristen thinks Matt needs a little something extra on his ring finger. ● The Critics Have Spoken: We’ve received some interesting feedback about the podcast, including one particularly harsh critique of Kristen. Let’s just say we have some thoughts. ● A Personal Update: Kristen shares the latest on her dad’s health and how things are going with her family. ● Social Media Behaving Badly: Fat-shaming was alive and well on social media this week, and we’ve got plenty to say about it. ● Kristen’s Next Career Move? An update on her job search takes an unexpected turn when we discover her feet might be worth more than her résumé! ● Halloween on a Budget: Matt reveals his brilliant (or incredibly cheap) Halloween candy hack. Is he a financial genius or just ruining Halloween for the neighborhood kids? ● Relationship Rules Are Changing: Forget the hard launch! Apparently, the soft launch is making a comeback. We break down the latest relationship trend. ● Who’s Really the Life of the Party? Matt and Kristen debate which one of them actually brings the fun to this relationship. Naturally, they have very different opinions. Follow Kristen on IG, FB and Twitter @RadioKristen Follow Matt on IG, and Twitter @RealMattlanta

This week, Matt and Kristen have plenty to unpack, from unexpected phone calls and awkward encounters to some surprisingly heated disagreements! The Call Nobody Wants: Kristen received a phone call this week that nobody ever wants to get. She shares what happened and how she handled it.Matt’s Awkward Meat Loaf Moment: Matt reveals an incredibly uncomfortable encounter involving Meat Loaf. Yes, THAT Meat Loaf. And yes, it’s every bit as awkward as it sounds.Kristen in a Pickle: Kristen found herself in quite the predicament this week, and the way she handled it revealed a side of her that Matt had NEVER seen before!The Great Letter R Debate: How can one little letter cause such a BIG disagreement? Leave it to Matt and Kristen to turn the alphabet into an argument.The Ultimate Phone Challenge: Which one of us could survive longer without a cell phone? We put our personalities to the test, and the answers might surprise you.The Comfort TV Confession: We all have those shows we watch over and over again. But Matt and Kristen have VERY different ideas about what makes a TV show comforting.PLUS — FREE BURGERS! Stick around until the end of the episode to find out how you can win a gift certificate to NFA Burger! Plenty of laughs, a few disagreements, and the usual unpredictability of Matt and Kristen. Enjoy the episode! Follow Kristen on IG, FB and Twitter @RadioKristen Follow Matt on IG, and Twitter @RealMattlanta

This Week on the Podcast… 🥋 What’s it like playing pickleball with the Karate Kid? We get into what happens when you hit the court with someone who apparently believes every pickleball match is an audition for The Karate Kid. 😂 Trying to Understand Matt The listeners get another opportunity to figure out Matt’s quirky ways, questionable habits and the things he does that make absolutely no sense to Kristen. 💬 Kristen’s Class in Small Talk Continues Kristen continues her ongoing masterclass in the art of small talk — including some valuable lessons on how to keep a conversation going when you really have nothing to say. ❓ Another Round of Kristen’s Random-Ass Questions You never quite know where these questions are going, and this week is no different. Kristen puts Matt on the spot with another round of completely random questions. ⚾ Watching the Braves with Matt Just how annoying is it to watch playoff baseball with Matt? We break down the commentary, the reactions, the stress and everything else that comes with being anywhere near him during a Braves playoff game. 🎬 Madonna, Halle Berry & Tom Cruise And somehow, we end up having some very important thoughts about Madonna, Halle Berry and Tom Cruise. Are these opinions necessary? Absolutely not. Are we going to share them anyway? Of course. Follow Kristen on IG, FB and Twitter @RadioKristen Follow Matt on IG, and Twitter @RealMattlanta

-Did anyone notice the podcast sounded a little different last week? If not…we’ll fill in the blanks.  -This week, we get an update on Matt’s “serious” knee injury and find out how he’s really feeling. -Matt and Kristen are also gearing up for ALTA pickleball season with one goal in mind: winning… or at least surviving. -Kristen has an update on her job search, and we discover that watching football with Kristen Gates comes with its own unique set of pluses and minuses. -Plus, we tackle proper hotel etiquette for couples, take a quiz that reveals what really matters to Matt and Kristen, and have a very important discussion about the current state of mustache culture. -It’s another episode full of relationship debates, questionable opinions, and plenty of things that probably didn’t need to become an argument. Follow Kristen on IG, FB and Twitter @RadioKristen Follow Matt on IG, and Twitter @RealMattlanta

This Week on the Podcast… Matt is dealing with what could be a major injury… or maybe a very minor one. We’re still trying to figure that out.We dive into a very special kind of book club—and we’re pretty sure more people are members than they’d ever admit.Kristen has some serious questions about one of Matt’s very questionable sleep habits.We took your advice on a new show to binge-watch—and we’ll let you know if your recommendation lived up to the hype.Kristen shares a very uncomfortable—and surprisingly amusing—experience at the doctor.We break down the little everyday relationship differences that can make or break a couple… especially when it comes to the bathroom.Plus, we finally close the loop on a few stories and unanswered questions from previous episodes. Follow Kristen on IG, FB and Twitter @RadioKristen Follow Matt on IG, and Twitter @RealMattlanta

EPISODE TOPICS A Football Controversy Turns Into a Battle of the Sexes Kristen weighs in on a major football controversy that quickly became a much bigger debate between men and women.The Great Breakfast Debate A very important conversation about breakfast leads us straight to one destination: Biscuitville.Something We’ve Never Done Together We reveal something we’ve never done as a couple — but apparently, we’re ready to change that.The Phone Plan That Could Cause Problems A new phone plan could create plenty of headaches for kids, parents and teachers.The Salad That Nearly Ended Us We revisit the innocent salad that somehow turned into a relationship crisis. Follow Kristen on IG, FB and Twitter @RadioKristen Follow Matt on IG, and Twitter @RealMattlanta

This Week’s Chaos 🎙️ -So… Are We Allowed to Be Friends With Our Exes? Following your ex on social media is one thing. Liking their posts is another. But at what point does “we’re just friends” become “we need to have a conversation about this”? -Whatever You Do, Don’t Play Musical Bingo Against Kristen Gates 🎶 What starts as a fun little game quickly turns into a battle for survival when Kristen is involved. Apparently, there are no friends at Musical Bingo. -Football Is Back, and So Is Matt’s Gambling Habit  Coincidence? We think not. Is Matt simply enjoying a little football betting, or should we all be staging an intervention before kickoff? -Kristen Goes to Court “ Kristen Gates spent the entire week in court doing some very important lawyering in the Lindsay Clancy case. Real courtroom drama, real lawyers, and thankfully, no one yelled “Objection!” just for fun. -Kristen Has Entered a New Career Battle  Just when Kristen thought she had enough going on, a new career challenge enters the chat. Let the competition begin. -Matt is not a car guy, but that hasn’t stopped him from confidently talking about cars like he’s been turning wrenches his whole life. This week, he had a car issue that he and roadside assistance bravely tackled together—mostly roadside assistance. -Frenemies: Who’s Really Better at It? Are women more likely to have frenemies, or are men just better at pretending they don’t? We investigate the complicated art of being friends with someone you might secretly want to beat. -Fast Food: The Final Straw  At this point, we’re starting to think fast food restaurants are personally messing with us. Wrong orders, painfully long waits, missing food—you name it. And when the drive-thru gets it wrong, apparently our new hobby is parking the car and marching inside to fix it ourselves. Follow Kristen on IG, FB and Twitter @RadioKristen Follow Matt on IG, and Twitter @RealMattlanta

THIS WEEK ON THE PODCAST -We investigate Kristen’s surprising history of making new friends… in public bathrooms. -Matt takes you behind the scenes of his experience throwing out the ceremonial first pitch at the Braves game — including everything that happened before, during, and after the pitch. -Kristen takes a deep dive into the Lindsay Clancy trial and the questions surrounding the case. -Matt has some thoughts on the guy who allegedly scammed women out of millions by claiming he played for the San Francisco 49ers. -Kristen was officially way over-peopled this week, triggering a major internal alarm… or maybe not a all   -Plus, we put our relationship to the test with a couples quiz that could reveal some uncomfortable truths — and possibly create a few problems. Follow Kristen on IG, FB and Twitter @RadioKristen Follow Matt on IG, and Twitter @RealMattlanta

-Out-Punting Your Coverage: It’s time to retire the phrase—and find a better way to describe dating above your league. -The Most 2026 Date Night Ever: We recap our latest date night and all the very 2026 details that came with it. -The High Road vs. The Low Road: When it comes to divorce, is taking the high road actually worth it—or is a little pettiness sometimes justified? -Twitter Promotion: Proceed With Caution: Promoting your podcast on Twitter can be a dangerous game. We explain why. -Where Did All the Late-Night Food Go? Finding a good place to eat after hours is getting harder—and we have some thoughts. Follow Kristen on IG, FB and Twitter @RadioKristen Follow Matt on IG, and Twitter @RealMattlanta

In This Episode * A Date Night Like No Other — This one takes a very unexpected turn. * Secrets Come Out — Major revelations, questionable admissions, and a few things that probably should’ve stayed secret. * The Great Frosty Debate — Is a Frosty dessert… or does it officially count as part of the meal? * Aging Gracefully… or Trying To — Getting older isn’t always as easy—or as graceful—as we’d hoped. * The Things We Do That Drive Each Other Crazy — Every relationship has them. We’re putting them on the table. * Matt’s Bedroom Surprise — Matt walked in on something in his bedroom that you absolutely have to hear to believe. Follow Kristen on IG, FB and Twitter @RadioKristen Follow Matt on IG, and Twitter @RealMattlanta

In this episode, Matt & Kristen unpack the highs, lows, and lessons from launching their first episode—from honest critiques and social media do’s and don’ts to another turbulent week in Atlanta radio. They also talk about standing your ground when you’re labeled “difficult to work with,” the challenges of navigating professional relationships, and why surviving a meal with Matt is apparently an adventure all its own. Real conversations, behind-the-scenes radio stories, social media lessons, and plenty of laughs—because apparently, this really is a thing. Follow Kristen on IG, FB and Twitter @RadioKristen Follow Matt on IG, and Twitter @RealMattlanta

-Why is this podcast called Definitely a thing? -An update on Kristen’s exit from the Bull and what’s next for her.  -Details on Matt’s contract extension.  -And why we’re in a pickle now.  Follow Kristen on IG, FB and Twitter @RadioKristen Follow Matt on IG, and Twitter @RealMattlanta