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Just Break Up: Relationship Advice from Your Queer Besties

Sierra DeMulder and Sam Blackwell
Mental Health
Relationships
Relationship Advice
Love
Friendship
Boundaries
Communication In Relationships
Therapy
Breakups
Grief
Family Dynamics
Breakup
Queer Relationships
Intimacy
Trauma
Relationship Dynamics
Anxiety
Jealousy
Emotional Abuse
Communication

Sam & Sierra may not be therapists, but they will tell it to you straight (even if they aren’t). Each episode, they answer listeners’ questions with compassion, radical honesty, and all the relationship advice you don’t want—but definitely need. And no, it’s not always “just break up.” (Unless you really should!)

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Sam and Sierra answer a letter from someone whose boyfriend broke up with her and is now pretending like he didn't

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Sam and Sierra anwser a letter from someone who is wondering why they didn't leave their abusive ex

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Recent Guests

Rocky Hoare
Listener who wrote in seeking guidance; pronouns she/her and they/them
Episode: Episode 717: I Bad About Self-Soothing With Casual Sex
Miss Fix It
Letter writer seeking relationship advice
Episode: Episode 704: Can Healing Drown Out Instinct?

Hosts

Sierra DeMulder
Host of Just Break Up, co-host on the show; focuses on empathetic relationship guidance with a queer perspective.
Sam Blackwell
Co-host with Sierra, provides direct, compassionate relationship guidance; often helps translate letters into actionable steps.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.4k ratings
  • Lifesaver

    I have listened to JBU for years now and I truly cannot thank these two enough for the wisdom and comfort they have provided me though good and the bad times. It’s been so therapeutic, often way more helpful than my IRL therapy sessions. I appreciate their thoughtful, empathetic, deeply helpful perspectives and insights. It’s so refreshing and I just love listening to these two so much. Thank you for sharing your energy, time, and gift with us. You make this world a better place.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mdubbbb88
    United Statesa month ago
  • Life saving advice

    I’ve been listening to this podcast since the very first minute it aired and it has been soothing me through some of the hardest times in my life. I love you guys with all my heart, it’s been a privilege to listen along while you sort through everybody’s mess, including your own, with so much care and wisdom. ♥️♥️♥️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    n.shirin
    Germany3 months ago
  • Like very insightful friends

    Listening to this podcast has genuinely helped me think more securely about relationships and I recommend it often to friends. The hosts are imperfect people who have been on their own path of emotional growth and security. They do a great job of pulling from their own experiences and personal research to give the best advice they know how to give. Their candor and vulnerability is so genuine and refreshing. Listening to this podcast is like listening to two very insightful friends work through ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lfdeshane
    United States3 months ago
  • Pass

    It’s quite rich that two sexual deviants believe they are qualified to dispense relationship advice. These abominations should focus on repenting from their perverse lifestyles instead of trying to help others heal from broken relationships. Gays should have a little humility instead they are proud of their sinful behavior. Sad world we live in today when this filth is somehow entertainment.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Nik88865
    United States3 months ago
  • Came for the relationship advice…

    Stayed for Sam casually dropping obscure and challenging vocabulary that has me reaching for my dictionary multiple times an episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nikkigoddessgoddamn
    United States3 months ago

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Listeners praise the hosts' compassionate, non-judgmental tone and practical, real-life guidance.
Some listeners push back on excessive optimism and wish for more direct accountability or expert involvement.
Fans appreciate the queer lens and candid, supportive approach to tough relationship issues.

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Episode 716: Loving Alcoholic Parents Without Losing Myself
Q: Is it possible to maintain a relationship with them while protecting yourself?
Yes, but it involves separating the person from the illness, setting firm boundaries, and recognizing you cannot fix them; prioritize your safety and mental health.
Episode 688: Love in Low Battery Mode
Q: Is this just what it's like dating a straight man?
The challenges you're facing may be influenced by societal norms and communication barriers, and it's important to evaluate if your needs are being met.
Episode 688: Love in Low Battery Mode
Q: Is there a more effective way to ask for what I need?
Specific requests may be more effective than vague ones, allowing for better communication and understanding of needs.
Episode 688: Love in Low Battery Mode
Q: Should I hold out a little bit longer and hope that therapy turns the tide?
While it's valid to hope for improvement through therapy, it's also important to assess the efforts being made in your relationship.
Episode 685: It's Time to Get Some New Friends
Q: Should I stay friends with people who are close friends with two people who hurt me?
They encourage reevaluating these friendships and recognize that it's okay to step back from friendships that are not supportive, saying that one should seek out friends who respect and affirm their feelings.

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Two hosts deliver relationship guidance with a mix of warmth, candor, and practical strategies. Episodes center on letters and real-life scenarios—breakups, cohabitation with an ex, parenting, boundaries, and navigating love under non-traditional dynamics—grounded in empathy, accountability, and actionable steps. Recurring themes include anxious attachment, communication, self-care, and boundaries, with occasional sponsorship moments and cultural recommends. The format blends personal anecdotes with evidence-informed perspectives, and the hosts often acknowledge limits by clarifying they aren't licensed therapists, while still prioritizing listener safety and growth. This show is notable for its queer perspective, direct honesty, and its ha... more

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