It’s a birthday celebration on the podcast this week, and Syd joins B~Love to get real about everything from birthday etiquette to work travel drama.

They kick things off with Birthday + Relationship Vibes, diving into the contentious topic of birthday beef. Is forgetting your spouse’s birthday ever forgivable? They also tackle the age-old "Birthday Wars," questioning why women’s birthdays often feel like a national holiday while men’s are a simple text and a Cash App. The conversation continues with the ultimate "Birthday Test": If your partner planned it all, would they actually get it right? They also debate the merits of surprise parties and whether they’re a thoughtful gesture or a low-key selfish act. And for those who celebrate a "birthday month," they ask the hard-hitting question: Are you really celebrating or just holding the house hostage for 30 days?

Birthday Rules: What’s Expected vs. What’s Real

She & I is a podcast brought to you by husband and wife tandem, Barrett (B~Love) and India Newsome. We open up the doors to our relationship to give you all a glimpse of how we have managed to keep our relationship healthy over the years. By no means is our relationship perfect, but we work through whatever issues we have to come out on the other side. Enjoy listening to She & I!

Birthday Rules: What’s Expected vs. What’s Real

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