In this first episode of IRL “Conversations”, Ellie and Ross discuss “What’s Driving them Crazy, What’s Giving them Hope & How they Focus and Reset” 

Ellie and Ross dive into the everyday annoyances that as Ross likes to say are ‘Grinding his gears’ and Ellie flat out says are ‘Pissing her off’ — like why tipping before service feels like a scam and whether donation prompts at checkout are actual charity or just corporate greed in disguise.

They also question the expectations of weddings (should your friends really go broke for YOUR big day?) and calling out the relentless sports betting ads targeting young, vulnerable audiences.

But don’t worry, we’re not all doom and gloom. From the rise of health-conscious living to the de-influencing movement (they’re calling BS on fake Instagram ads), there’s plenty to feel hopeful about.

Topics We Cover:

• Why tipping before service is wrong.

• Charitable donations or corporate guilt trips—what’s really happening at checkout?

• Bachelor and Bachelorette party boundaries: strippers, escorts, and the line that gets crossed because “it’s just what you do”

• Why sports betting ads are manipulative

• Is the influencer/celebrity culture finally on its way out?

Warning: Unfiltered opinions ahead. 

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