Alex Aiono: Let's Get Into It

On the season finale of Let's Get Into It, Alex Aiono is joined by his Finding Ohana costars Kea Peahu and Lindsay Watson, as well as Director Jude Weng, for an in-depth look at the making of their film! Alex, Kea, Lindsay and Jude talk about what it was like to film in caves and behind waterfalls, the time Alex got sick from his underwater shoot and had to be nursed back to health by his castmates, and the moment they first felt like ohana (family) to each other. Download the season finale now to hear convos with the Finding Ohana team that you won't hear anywhere else... and check out Finding Ohana on Netflix! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the double-episode season finale of Let's Get Into It, Alex Aiono digs into the cultural and personal impact of Instagram. Singer-Songwriter + pop hitmaker MAX (Blueberry Eyes feat. SUGA of BTS) and Self-Care Expert Elizabeth Su join Alex to talk about the good, bad and the ugly of social media. Has Instagram changed the very nature of friendship? How do you enjoy reality when reality online is totally altered - and maybe better? Can we get back to normal, and do we even want to? In this special double-episode finale, you'll get the answers to your burning social media questions (and maybe you won't have to stop scrolling after all). Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Let's Get Into It, Alex Aiono helps us understand the changing nature of the porn industry (we're looking at you, OnlyFans), what happens if you use adult videos in a relationship, and what to do with your mom's porn stash if anything should happen to her. Alex is joined by the hilarious KarenLee and Cam Poter, stars of the hit podcast Sex Talk With My Mom. We find out what it's like to stumble upon your moms cougar videos on youtube and how to keep porn ethical and safe. Kick the kids out of the room for this one - it's an absolute riot (and a little on the adult side).Executive Producers Jack O'Brien + Miles GrayProduced by Catherine LawEdited + Engineered by Catherine Law Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Let's Get Into It, Alex Aiono is joined by comedians (and newlyweds!) Steve Hernandez (Who's Your God Podcast) and Julia Loken (What's Your Sign? Podcast), as well as marriage and relationship expert Eli J. Finkel (The All-or-Nothing Marriage). There are literally hundreds of people studying what makes a marriage work, but we sometimes assume it's all guesswork. Alex and his guests dive into one of the most complex types of relationship: the open marriage. How do open marriages work - and DO they work? Do monogamous couples have the more trust in their relationship? If you open up your marriage, will it fall apart - or could it thrive?Eli J. Finkel, author of the bestselling book The All-or-Nothing Marriage, reveals some surprising truths about monogamy - and where it fails us. Steve and Julia tell us all about their partially-open marriage - and how it works. All this and more are covered on this brand new ep!Find Eli's book, The All-or-Nothing Marriage, at https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/318510/the-all-or-nothing-marriage-by-eli-j-finkel/.Executive Producers Jack O'Brien + Miles GrayProduced by Catherine Law + Joelle SmithEdited + Engineered by Catherine Law Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After living through 2020, it would be hard for ANYONE not to have anxiety. So how are you supposed to cope? We're joined by American Housewife's Meg Donnelly and psychotherapist Alegra Kastens to talk about how to manage anxiety, what you can learn from a diagnosis, and why you might not even realize you have it. Alex Aiono and his guests break down its many different forms, from anticipatory anxiety to panic disorders, to OCD - and uncover ways you can use anxiety as your superpower.Executive Producers Jack O'Brien + Miles GrayProduced by Catherine Law + Joelle SmithEdited + Engineered by Catherine Law Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dating is hard - but dating while you're the only boy in a family with three sisters is... something else entirely. Alex Aiono is joined by his three sisters Taylor Temaari Aiono, Sidney Lewis + Hallie Aiono, to talk about their dating experiences - from the romantic to the downright savage. They cover Alex's ghosts of exes past, which girlfriends Alex's sisters hated, which of his sisters got ghosted, and who was dating a guy for a year before she found out SHE was the side chick. Best of all, Alex's sisters answer YOUR dating questions. Download the episode and take a listen now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alex Aiono has mentioned his spectacular parents on just about every episode of this podcast - and now they're here to prove him right! Alex is joined by Martin + Heather Aiono to talk about bringing up Alex and his sisters, how to make the tough decisions in life, what it's like to get engaged after just two weeks together, and what happens when you ask your kids how many spankings they should get. They even answer listeners' burning questions, and give advice on how to keep your new years' resolutions - and become a person who learns and grows, year after year. So download this episode and buckle up! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Alex tackles the topic of why he dropped out of school - what it meant for him and his family, the reasons behind it and the things he missed out on because of his choices. Alex is joined by Leigh Abramson, who's another "dropout" of sorts - after a successful career as an attorney, things still didn't feel right - so she quit her job and became a writer. We cover all the big questions: when is it okay to quit something, especially when you've poured time, effort and money into it? When should you see a career or schooling path through? And how do you know if it's the right to completely reinvent your life? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The holidays look VERY different this year, so we really had to ask - is it even worth celebrating? Guests Kalen Allen and Matt Dempsey help us walk a very important line: getting into the holiday spirit while absolutely letting yourself be in your feelings about how different this year feels. Will there be trees and holly and a festive mood? Yes. Will there also be bursts of tears about broken traditions? Absolutely. But Alex Aiono, the Ellen Degeneres Show's Kalen Allen and psychotherapist Matt Dempsey are here to tell you it's absolutely okay - no matter how the holiday has you feeling. You'll also get the scoop on which Christmas movies are worth your time, which ones to skip, and whose opinions cause the type of Kalen reaction he's best known for. Enjoy and Happy Holidays! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dating has never been easy - and then came a global pandemic. In this episode, Alex Aiono is joined by two guests with very different stories: DJ Danl had just started seeing someone he really liked in March - but what do you do when a stay-at-home order keeps you from your dream girl? And Ali, a serial dater in New York City, is keeping her last name private so she can give us all the gory details of dating mid-quarantine. How do you have the talk about bubbling up with someone? Is monogamy a must-have in a pandemic? Who gets ghosted? Who finds love? Listen in to find out! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you've ever wondered what it was like to have your own business, be your own boss, and become an entrepreneur, you'll get the real scoop on what it's like in this episode. Alex Aiono is joined by business owners Margaret Nyamumbo and Josh Lewis to unpack all the blood, sweat and tears that go into business ownership. Entrepreneurship is no easy way of life, but especially not for these two - both have been disrupters in their industries. Josh Lewis is the creator of Beat Kicks - a revolutionary cover for your headphones that nobody knew they needed until it existed - and turned it into a million dollar+ company. Maggy Nyamumbo is the owner of Kahawa 1893 and a third-generation Kenyan coffee farmer - she's using cutting edge tech and harnessing blockchain to benefit the people who actually work on the coffee farms, rather than just the big coffee corporations. Whether you've always wanted to own your own business and set your own hours, or you're just looking for really great holiday presents for your family, take a listen to this fascinating episode.Executive Producers Jack O'Brien + Miles GrayProduced by Catherine Law + Joelle SmithEdited + Engineered by Catherine Law Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quarantine has wildly changed our spending habits, and our need for little moments of joy. But when does online shopping go beyond satisfying a need or a want and become compulsive? Alex Aiono is joined by comedian and podcaster Kristen Henley, as well as therapist Karen Erlichman, to recognize privilege when it allows us to get the things we need, and find out what we can do to curb compulsive spending during quarantine. From speedos to sofas, they cover all the weird and wild things they *thought* might cure their cabin fever. They also cover where you can donate to vital causes that need our attention right now, as well as work to reduce your footprint from any online shopping. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's the family you're born into, and if you're lucky, the family you choose. This week, Alex Aiono is joined by a member of his found family, Dylan March. They're also joined by John Kim, AKA The Angry Therapist, to unpack all the things you learn from your first family and how your chosen family can help you become the person you were always meant to be. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Food and family go hand-in-hand, and often have deep ties to our culture and heritage. Food is love in many families, but complicated patterns come to light when guilt, shame, and pressure to eat enter into the mix. Alex Aiono is joined by his cousin, actor Bubba Aiono, as well as University of Otago researcher Mauterangimarie Clark to explore the relationship of food to culture, and why our access to food (or lack thereof) can have a ripple effect on how (and why) we eat what we do.Bubba and Alex share about their struggles with binge eating disorder and crash diets. They dig deep into the ways in which generational trauma around food is passed down; when one generation doesn't know where their next meal is coming from, a scarcity mindset can be passed down - even when poverty has turned to privilege. Expert Mauterangimarie Clark uncovers why we make the choices we do around food, and how we can change the conversation and break unhealthy patterns.Executive Producers Jack O'Brien + Miles GrayProduced by Catherine Law + Joelle SmithEdited + Engineered by Catherine Law Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So you voted... but now what? Alex Aiono and his guests - hip hop artist Propaganda and comedian Holly Laurent (Live From Here, MEGA the Podcast) - dish out the truth about uncertainty, putting one foot in front of the other, and finding out what kind of stuff you're made of. When life throws you for a loop and you can't see what the future looks like, how do know what to do? All you can do is the next right thing. We unpack what lines of poetry got them through, how to talk to loved ones who you may be angry at, and how we begin the work anew. This hilarious and heartfelt episode is one not to miss.Executive Producers Jack O'Brien + Miles GrayProduced by Catherine Law + Joelle SmithEdited + Engineered by Catherine Law Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Voter suppression is more common and insidious than you think - and the fact is, you've likely experienced it in one form or another. But there are ways to keep yourself from falling for tricks online and combat long lines at the polls.In this episode of Let's Get Into It, we're joined by urban planner, former executive director of Time's Up Entertainment and LA City Council candidate Nithya Raman, as well as voting rights activist Aaron Thompson. Nithya shows us the massive differences we can make in our everyday lives by voting for in local elections - we're talking how much you spend on your rent every month and other things that directly affect you. She also tackles why it matters where a candidate's money comes from, and why being angry can be a powerful tool.Aaron and Alex unpack the dark underbelly of voter suppression, why you might be a target, and how you may already have been impacted and not even know it. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Voting can feel like you're choosing between the lesser of two evils. Tons of people feel stuck between a rock and a hard place (especially this year) when they want to vote for their ideals, but don't feel like their party's candidate will give them what they want. If you're feeling conflicted, Katy Stoll of the Worst Year Ever podcast and John Olds of Gen-Z GOP are here to talk about what you can do about it (even if you're not old enough to vote!).Alex Aiono's two guests this week may come from different ends of the political spectrum, but this discussion of politics is different. We find common ground between Republicans and Democrats, and find that the frustration over the chosen Presidential candidate turns out to be totally bipartisan. If you're feeling anything other than gung-ho about your candidate, this episode is for you. And remember to cast your vote! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alex always heard that it wasn't polite to bring up politics at the dinner table. But with everything happening in the world, he's brought in two amazing women to help us make sense of it all. Does one vote count? How can you vote for someone who shares every one of your ideals? Why does the news we consume matter? Here to help are Tonya Mosley of NPR's Here & Now and the Truth Be Told podcast, as well as A'shanti Gholar of Emerge America and the Brown Girls' Guide to Politics. Some might call these issue political, but Alex Aiono calls it like it is: showing up for what you believe in and taking a stand toward a greater good. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can you stay present in a world designed for distraction? Associate Psychotherapist and Mindfulness Coach Vanessa Bennett tells us all about why showing up and being present in your own life can help you improve in almost any area, how to stay in the moment, and why it matters. Also joining us is Let's Get Into It podcast producer Catherine Law to dish about the hurdles and benefits of life with ADHD, hyperfocus and getting into flow, as well as leaning into your weaknesses and turning them into strengths. This is one episode designed to change your daily life, and help you love your life more fully. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether it's a breakup or the death of a loved one, we all go through grief - and laughing through the tragedy may be the best way to begin the healing process. Terribly Funny podcast host Steve Basilone (Community, The Goldbergs) joins us to talk about how to process grief through humor, and therapist Karen Erlichman dives into the ways that laughter can often relieve physical and emotional pain. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bethany C. Meyers + Mila Jam join Alex this week to share their stories of being beyond the gender binary. As an Artivist, musician and Black Trans woman, Mila Jam shares the story she always knew in her heart was true - even when she didn't have the words for it. Bethany C. Meyers, celebrated body-neutral advocate and queer-poly-married-non-binary person, breaks down her journey from making her first gay friend to eventually marrying them. What is the gender binary, and why is it so engrained in our upbringing? Are we allowed to continue to change, even after choosing our pronouns? What if someone tells you their pronouns, and you mess up? All this and more is covered on this can't-miss, joy-filled episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The thing about Alex Aiono's greatest fear is that he's already lived it. This week on Let's Get Into It, Alex is joined by close friend Ron Starr and financial psychologist Dr. Brad Klontz. Together, they unpack why we're hardwired to make decisions that are disastrous for our financial futures, how consumer culture takes control when we want to spend, and how you can keep yourself from going broke. Alex reveals how his successes + failures made him who he is today, what it feels like to know you've lost it all, and what to do about it. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dreaded DTR: are you just talking, are you dating, or is this something more? Broaching a change in relationship status is nerve-wracking, gut-wrenching, and can be downright disastrous when you get turned down flat. On this episode, makeup artist & influencer Penelope Gwen (AKA @pennold) joins Alex & therapist Karen Erlichman to talk about unrequited love, romantic desperation, and how to have the DTR with someone you like... as well as what to do when the answer is "no." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Let's Get Into It, Alex's longtime best friend McKenzie Mosley reveals the true cost of Covid-19, and how it took the life of her beloved grandmother and put the life of her father in a precarious balance. Karen Erlichman joins to explain why we're seeing so many non-Covid-related losses, how this disease impacts our immune system (even for those who NEVER get it) and what we can do about it. The human cost of Covid is real and it's close - what happens when it comes for your family? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alex Aiono explores the Black Lives Matter movement, using music as a tool for advocacy. Along with guests Dee Wilson, a Gospel artist working in the Chicago scene, as well as hip-hop artist Dope KNife, this week's episode is all about how music influences the movement and vice versa. From covering The Medicine, Alex's new single with Dee, to discussions around how politics and music constantly influence each other, this episode is a must-listen. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You think you know body positivity, but what's the truth behind REAL body positivity? Can you truly love your body when you constantly compare yourself to what you see on social media?On this episode of Let's Get Into It, Alex bares the truth about Facetune, FOMO and fake abs. Together with Victoria's Secret curve model Ali Tate and fitness guru Sarah Olive Bergeson, Alex uncovers a past riddled with misinformation, scary diets and learning to love his body no matter what shape it takes. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From heroin to gambling to pot, Alex and his guests comedian Matt Lieb & therapist Karen Erlichman dive into the world of addiction... and how some come through to the other side. Is there a way to tell if someone you know might be addicted to drugs? How can you help someone who's gotten in over their head? How can you avoid dangerous patterns if you have an addictive personality? Is sobriety worth it? Listen now to find out. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Let's Get Into It, Alex and guests Sofiya Alexandra & Courtney Kocak dig deep into the roles love and lust play in our lives. Can you sustain a relationship on lust alone? Does love at first sight even exist? How do you separate your sex life from your partner when you're in a monogamous relationship? One heartbreak at a time, Alex reveals the times he's been in love... and when he realized too late that it was just lust. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you do when a friend's in trouble? Alex Aiono reveals what happened when he went through his darkest time, and how his friends pulled him out of it. Alex and guests, Nerdificent Podcast host Ify Nwadiwe & therapist Karen Erlichman, tackle tough conversations, confrontations, and even interventions. When should you intervene, and when do you absolutely have to tread lightly? Is it time for a friend breakup? Get the answers on this episode of Alex Aiono: Let's Get Into It. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is it worth it to cross the line and risk turning a friendship into a relationship? Alex explores that question with dancer (and ex) Jade Chynoweth and comedian Blake Wexler. From successfully crossing the line to potentially destroying an important friendship, they cover it all - including a tour-stop rendezvous, the wizarding world of dating reveals, and why you should only discuss the future of your relationship over (bad) Mexican food. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the first episode of his podcast, Alex Aiono talks with soul singer + Youtuber Nezza and therapist Karen Erlichman about their... ahem... first times. Nezza & Alex dive into every love-related first time you can think of, but the discussion goes much deeper than that. Alex, Nezza + Karen explore the impact of a first time on our thoughts, the first time they knew their lives had purpose, and the first time they knew they could make a difference in the world. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Alex Aiono: Let's Get Into It, NOTHING is off-limits. Each week, Alex reveals another secret about his past and unpacks what that means for him... and for you. During each episode of this highly bingeable podcast, he's joined by a friend and a Wisdom Tree who's deeply knowledgeable about the topic at hand... from sexperts and therapists to influencers, actors, and comedians, Alex and his guests dive into discussions about love, lust, addiction, heartbreak, grief and their deepest fears. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.