how does sexting work for women? is it ever okay to send emojis?
How should you initiate texting and what do women actually want to hear when you’re talking dirty over text? Plus, are voice memos just as hot as texts and pics? In this ep we also discuss:
Using emojis during sexting, including when you want to send reactions
What’s your “signature” emoji and what does it mean to you?
We rank the best and worst words to text a woman to describe her body parts
Whether or not someone can please you as well as you please yourself
The ultimate test of feelings: finger blasting
Talia is in her “Fallia” era as the seasons change
A preview of our Halloween costume plans
picky & selfish is created and hosted by Talia Lichtstein and Sean Kilby.
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marathoners aren’t impressive. male influencers are out of control.
It’s marathon season in New York City and Talia is not impressed. Do runners really deserve congratulations for putting themselves through misery (even though no one asked them to)? Plus, we decide whether climbing Mt. Everest makes you undatable. In this ep we also discuss:
Male influencers are out of control and deserve the same criticisms women get
Talia exposes some of the tactics male influencers use to get ahead
Advice: Men in NYC who are looking for a wife should quit the kickball league
It’s spooky season and Sean watched Hocus Pocus (with a twist) and tells us all about it his trippy experience
We find out which couples’ costume Sean is wearing for Halloween this year
picky & selfish is created and hosted by Talia Lichtstein and Sean Kilby.
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sean has a girlfriend. talia has some questions.
Sean has a girlfriend and Talia is thrilled that we can finally talk about it. He spills on the entire saga of going from single life, to an open relationship, to being exclusive with someone new for the first time in years. In this ep we also discuss:
Monogamy vs non-monogamy: why both options can be challenging for people
Passion vs Stability: Can you keep passion in a relationship without putting in “work” with each other?
What’s it like to date someone who is already in a relationship?
Rules in a relationship (and why they can be a mistake)
Talia is going to a Knicks game and has some questions about sports… and some thoughts about Taylor Swift’s recent comments
What’s new in Talia’s dating life?
picky & selfish is created and hosted by Talia Lichtstein and Sean Kilby.
Follow us on TikTok & IG: @pickyandselfish
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sean forgot his passport. don’t forget to hide your nudes.
Sean is back from his European vacation and shares all the best stories from his time away, including… how he got a new passport with less than 24 hours notice (miracles really are possible). Plus, we swap stories about accidentally sharing nudes from your camera roll with strangers. Is it time for Talia to start using the hidden folder? In this ep we also discuss:
Long distance relationships: are they just a way to keep you from being vulnerable?
Talia’s lessons from studying abroad (and what she’d do differently)
Is Talia to blame for missing her friend’s one-woman-show?
Being a bystander during a messy confrontation on the streets of New York (is Talia a hero?)
Men being babies: how to deal with a guy who complains about you not going to his apartment
Relationship Contracts: good idea or bad idea?
New Segment Idea: People We Hate
picky & selfish is created and hosted by Talia Lichtstein and Sean Kilby.
Follow us on TikTok & IG: @pickyandselfish
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sabrina carpenter’s album dropped. talia nearly died (sort of).
Sean and Talia are back with some heated pop culture debates about Sabrina Carpenter’s new album, the upcoming season of TV we’ve been waiting (way too long) for, and a test of Talia’s memory. In this ep we also discuss:
Debate: is it okay to offer your spare bedroom after hooking up?
Talia’s near-death experience when her apartment building started to flood
“Being there” for your ex after a breakup
Too Far: Flared Yoga Pants and Influencers’ hand gestures
People handing off pets to their parents after six months
Baby talk with animals… how much is too much?
picky & selfish is created and hosted by Talia Lichtstein and Sean Kilby.
Follow us on TikTok & IG: @pickyandselfish
Follow Talia: @talialichtstein
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Introducing picky and selfish with talia and sean – A show about... nothing? (Is that taken yet?)
Talia is your favorite twenty-something influencer navigating the chaotic New York social scene, and Sean is a thirty-something podcaster finally diving into the New York dating pool for the first time. These two they need each other's help. Fortunately, they’re best friends. Forget "mindful" and "demure" – it’s time to get picky and selfish. This is the podcast for women who are unapologetically putting themselves first... and for the men who want to know exactly what that looks like.
Each week, Talia and Sean dive into everything from bad hookups and f*ckboy tendencies, to annoying texting habits and why Crumbl cookies are overhyped. No boring segments, no filler – just the good stuff, every minute. Expect unfiltered conversations with their influencer squad, a parade of fascinating guests, and plenty of wild opinions. picky and selfish isn’t just a vibe – it’s a way of life. Be picky. Be selfish.
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