How to Handle Rejection and Love the Messy Side of Yourself (ft. Ali Weiss)

Sexologist Alexa Andre ( @sexwithalexa ) is joined by Ali Weiss , New York native, host of Tales of Taboo and unapologetic oversharer, for a raw conversation about rejection, vulnerability, and why we’re all obsessed with the forbidden. A funny, honest, and deeply relatable episode on being human, craving connection, and owning your messy truth, why rejection stings less when you know yourself, and how vulnerability can be both a calling and a curse. Ali opens up about running her anonymous confessions podcast, burnout, parasocial relationships, and why taboos like sex work and drug dealing deserve compassion instead of judgment. Other topics we cover: The complicated relationship with oversharing and boundaries Why rejection isn’t the end of the world, and how to approach people IRL The obsession with being a “clean girl” vs embracing messiness Why taboo fascinates us and how it secretly connects us all Friendships that go deeper than relationships Learning to accept yourself so you can handle rejection and find real connection 👉 Support the podcast and get bonus content on Patreon: patreon.com/sexwithalexa