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Meet Tay, a 32-year-old Edgewater resident who—about a year ago—wasbarely getting out of bed. She was going through a hard time, got thehelp she needed, and when she started feeling like herself again, shewent after everything she'd been too depleted to pursue: line dancing,tabletop RPGs, musical theater, two podcasts, tarot cards, a growinglibrary of YA audiobooks, and the 20-Sided Tavern—which she proceededto see twenty-seven times. She counted. She is proud of this.

Maria is a 48-year-old native Chicagoan, born on the Southwest Side and still loyal to every neighborhood in this city. She’s a freelance copywriter and communications pro building her own LLC, a longtime Zumba devotee (Miami-level, which is next-level), an evening coloring book enthusiast, a devoted auntie, and the owner of a Malti-Poo she is genuinely obsessed with. She has already storyboarded the Costco meet. She has been patient long enough.

Meet Riley, a Lincoln Park actuary who calculates risk for a living but isn't afraid to take the leap when it comes to love. On paper, he's the guy who's spent a decade measuring pension risk in Excel. In reality? He's the guy showing up to AA meetings, sponsoring people in recovery, and speaking at treatment centers about hope—all while crushing it with the Silly Pickles pickleball league on weekends.

In this engaging conversation, Larry, a Chicagoan with a passion for ghost tours and cemetery history, shares his unique journey from a childhood spent exploring cemeteries to becoming a tour guide. He discusses his interests in history, personal growth, and the challenges of dating as someone deeply connected to the supernatural. The conversation also touches on his culinary adventures in Chicago, his New Year's resolutions, and his thoughts on love and relationships, all while maintaining a humorous and light-hearted tone.

Alexis shares her experiences with dating, emphasizing the challenges of navigating feelings and expectations, especially within the queer community. They discuss the often murky waters of maintaining friendships with exes, the societal pressures surrounding these dynamics, and the personal boundaries that come into play. The dialogue is punctuated with humor and candid reflections, making it both relatable and insightful for listeners exploring similar themes in their own lives.