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Bluntly Speaking

Bluntly Speaking

Joint Reality Media Inc. 6 Episodes Jul 9, 2026

Bluntly Speaking is a podcast hosted by sisters Jola and Elisa Jovani. Each episode feels like a candid conversation with older siblings, mixing personal stories with research-backed advice. The show aims to help listeners improve various aspects of their relational well-being. Its tone is playful and relatable while remaining grounded in scientific insights.

Episodes

In-Laws, Jealous Friends, and Triangulation: How to Navigate External Influences on Relationships
In-Laws, Jealous Friends, and Triangulation: How to Navigate External Influences on Relationships Jul 9, 2026 2533 In this episode of Bluntly Speaking Jola and Elisa discuss the power dynamics at play between couples and their friends, in-laws, and other external influences.   Resources🧠 1. Work with Jola: https://www.jointrealitymedia.com/sessions 2. Learn how to lead conversations without conflict https://www.jointrealitymedia.com/makeitland 3. The Invisible Load Audit: Who Actually Hold the Relationship Tog
Turning Criticism into Feedback: How to Approach Someone with Feedback
Turning Criticism into Feedback: How to Approach Someone with Feedback Apr 16, 2026 2461 In this episode of Bluntly Speaking Jola and Elisa discuss the difference between criticism and and feedback, how to give good feedback, and what it means to be a nitpicky partner.   Resources🧠 1. Work with Jola: https://www.jointrealitymedia.com  2. Learn how to lead conversations without conflict: https://www.jointrealitymedia.com/makeitland 3. The Invisible Load Audit: Who Actually Hold the Rel
Attachment Styles: How to Navigate Your Relationship with an Anxious or Avoidant Partner
Attachment Styles: How to Navigate Your Relationship with an Anxious or Avoidant Partner Jan 30, 2026 2655 In this episode of Bluntly Speaking, Jola and Elisa discuss attachment styles, how they develop and change, and the type of communication each attachment style needs.    Resources🧠 1. Work with Jola: https://www.jointrealitymedia.com 2. Learn how to communicate issues in a way that your partner gets it: https://www.jointrealitymedia.com/communicationtoolkit   Connect🩷 https://www.instagram.com/jol
Vulnerability Is Hard: Why Being Vulnerable Is Scary and How to Be Vulnerable
Vulnerability Is Hard: Why Being Vulnerable Is Scary and How to Be Vulnerable Oct 20, 2025 2888 In this episode of Bluntly Speaking Jola, Elisa and Russell discuss the challenges and benefits that come with being vulnerable. Vulnerability helps you strengthen romantic relationships, friendships and even your work relationships.   Resources🧠 1. Work with Jola: https://www.jointrealitymedia.com 2. Learn how to communicate issues in a way that your partner gets it: https://www.jointrealitymedia
Understanding Attraction: Love, Lust, and Attracting Your Ideal Partner
Understanding Attraction: Love, Lust, and Attracting Your Ideal Partner Sep 21, 2025 2487 In this episode of Bluntly Speaking Jola and Elisa discuss the different types of attraction, attracting the right partner and bringing the spark back!
What Leads to Relationship Breakdown: Icks, Red Flags, and Ending A Relationship
What Leads to Relationship Breakdown: Icks, Red Flags, and Ending A Relationship Sep 17, 2025 2341 In this episode of Bluntly Speaking Jola and Elisa discuss what leads to relationship breakdown from relationship icks to dealbreakers and how to know if you should stay or leave. 

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