Joking Not Joking

<p>Introducing Selena Gomez & Benny Blanco EXCLUSIVE: Their Love Story Like You’ve Never Heard Before from On Purpose with Jay Shetty.</p><p>Follow the show: <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/867-on-purpose-with-jay-shetty-30589432/">On Purpose with Jay Shetty</a></p><p>How did Selena and Benny first meet?</p> <p>What makes their love story unique?</p> <p>On today&rsquo;s episode of On Purpose, Jay sits down with global superstar Selena Gomez and acclaimed music producer Benny Blanco where they share their love story like they never have before. They open up about their personal journey&mdash;one that didn&rsquo;t start with an immediate spark.</p> <p>Their story is full of humor, mixed signals, and that moment when it all clicked. Benny once thought Selena didn&rsquo;t like him, while Selena, protecting her heart, kept her distance. But as their friendship grew, they built something real&mdash;a relationship rooted in trust, respect, open communication, and always supporting each other. Their story is a true testament that love unfolds when the timing is right.</p> <p>Together, Jay, Selena, and Benny reflect on the power of embracing love, letting go of past fears, and choosing a partner who helps you grow. Their journey serves as a beautiful reminder that love often comes when you least expect it&mdash;but when it&rsquo;s right, you&rsquo;ll know.</p> <p>In this interview, you'll learn:</p> <p>How to Build a Strong Friendship Before Dating</p> <p>How to Communicate Openly in a Relationship</p> <p>How to Maintain Trust in a Long-Distance Relationship</p> <p>How to Support Your Partner&rsquo;s Emotional Needs</p> <p>How to Balance a Busy Career with a Healthy Relationship</p> <p>Selena and Benny&rsquo;s story reminds us that true love isn&rsquo;t defined by grand gestures or perfection&mdash;it&rsquo;s about finding someone who sees you for who you are, supports you through life&rsquo;s challenges, and makes even the simplest moments feel special.</p> <p>With Love and Gratitude,</p> <p>Jay Shetty</p> <p><strong><em>Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe&nbsp;</em></strong><a href="https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe"><strong><em>here</em></strong></a><strong><em>.</em></strong></p> <p><strong><em>Join Jay for his first ever, On Purpose Live Tour!&nbsp;</em></strong><a href="http://jayshetty.me/tour"><strong><em>Tickets</em></strong></a><strong><em> are on sale now. Hope to see you there!</em></strong></p> <p><strong>What We Discuss:</strong></p> <p>00:00 Intro</p> <p>01:10 Male Friendships Can Be Challenging</p> <p>03:01 First Meeting &amp; Deep Conversations</p> <p>08:48 How It All Started</p> <p>16:32 Opening Up to Love Again</p> <p>18:57 It All Happens for a Reason</p> <p>21:08 Finding Genuine Love</p> <p>27:13 Be Kind to Yourself</p> <p>33:37 Don&rsquo;t Let Negativity Dictate Your Life</p> <p>37:55 Cultivating Relationships with Trust</p> <p>48:22 This is How Emotionally Mature Relationships Work&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>57:08 The Proposal&nbsp;</p> <p>01:05:29 Wedding Planning</p> <p>01:06:26 Recording an Album Together</p> <p>01:13:17 Future Family Plans</p> <p>01:18:03 Selena and Benny on Fun Questions</p> <p><strong>Episode Resources:</strong></p> <p>Selena Gomez | <a href="https://www.selenagomez.com/#/">Website</a></p> <p>Selena Gomez | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Selena">Facebook</a></p> <p>Selena Gomez | <a href="https://twitter.com/selenagomez">Twitter</a></p> <p>Selena Gomez | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/selenagomez/">Instagram</a></p> <p>Selena Gomez | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/selenagomezvevo">YouTube</a></p> <p>Benny Blanco |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@itsbennyblanco">TikTok</a></p> <p>Benny Blanco | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/itsbennyblanco">Instagram</a></p> <p>Benny Blanco | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqrBKQHQVEvD2Q9FP0DCP2g">YouTube</a></p> <p>Benny Blanco | <a href="https://twitter.com/ItsBennyBlanco">Twitter</a></p> <p>Benny Blanco | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/itsbennyblanco/">Facebook</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p><p>DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to [email protected].</p>

[Encore episode] Actor Quintessa Swindwell (Trinkets, Prime Target [forthcoming], and Black Adam) and the hosts get into one of the core questions of The Lexicon: What *is* realness? Can we find objective truth in the modern world? How do we remain authentic to ourselves, while steering clear of counterfeit truth claims? The trio goes deep, buckle up.ORIGINAL AUDIO PRODUCTION, MUSIC & SOUND DESIGN BY SALTExecutive Produced by Mo Amer, Azhar Usman, Noah Gersh, Jamie Schefman, Nick Panama, Kenzi WilburHead of Creative: Jordan Galvan Head of Production: Liz LeMayHead of Post Production: Robert AdlerProducers: Imran Ali Malik & Aaron Kennedy Supervising Producers: Allie Strobel & Alice BearnPost Production Supervisor: Aly HonoréPost Production Coordinator: Jax Raffle Edited by: Geoffrey Mutchnik and Aaron Kennedy Sound Design and Music by: Matthew ChilelliMixed by: Aaron Kennedy Recorded by Aaron Kennedy, Zack Djurich and Mario Borgatta Guest Booking by Drive Entertainment and Hager EldaasAdditional music courtesy of Extreme Music.Joking Not Joking is a Luminary Original, and a co-production between SALT, Legally Homeless, Inc., and Numinous Company, Inc. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[This encore episode releases in honor of an epic year for Ramy Youssef (starring in the Oscar-nominated film Poor Things, guest-directing an episode of Emmy-nominated series The Bear, releasing his film Ramy Youssef: More Feelings, speaking out on behalf of people suffering in the Middle East and more)]Do most people live in a state of ‘death denial’? Should we all aspire to live to a healthy 102; or shoot for a more modest, albeit blessed, 63 years? Are therapy, astrology, and deep breathing the keys to a longer, happier life? Actor, comedian, writer, and director Ramy Youssef joins Mo and AZ for some light AF banter.ORIGINAL AUDIO PRODUCTION, MUSIC & SOUND DESIGN BY SALTExecutive Produced by Mo Amer, Azhar Usman, Noah Gersh, Jamie Schefman, Nick Panama, Kenzi WilburHead of Creative: Jordan Galvan Head of Production: Liz LeMayHead of Post Production: Robert AdlerProducers: Imran Ali Malik & Aaron Kennedy Supervising Producers: Allie Strobel & Alice BearnPost Production Supervisor: Aly HonoréPost Production Coordinator: Jax Raffle Edited by: Geoffrey Mutchnik and Aaron Kennedy Sound Design and Music by: Matthew ChilelliMixed by: Aaron Kennedy Recorded by Aaron Kennedy, Zack Djurich and Mario Borgatta Guest Booking by Drive Entertainment and Hager EldaasAdditional music courtesy of Extreme Music.Joking Not Joking is a Luminary Original, and a co-production between SALT, Legally Homeless, Inc., and Numinous Company, Inc. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Born Ricky D. Mitchell in Berkeley, CA in 1956, Imam Zaid Shakir converted to Islam in 1977 while serving in the United States Air Force. He studied the religion of Islam extensively, and today is popularly regarded as “America’s Imam,” and one of the most prominent Muslim preachers alive. Imam Zaid was Muhammad Ali’s spiritual leader, guide, and dear friend, and was whispering prayers into his ear in his hospital room when he passed away. Per Ali’s prior request, he led his funeral prayer and presided over his memorial service. Among other achievements and accolades, he is also the co-founder of Zaytuna College (a private Islamic liberal arts college). He publishes regularly on contemporary issues and matters of public interest and debate, both as a private scholar and public intellectual. This episode is a rare gem, full of wisdom, insight, and timeless advice for the sincere seeker of truth. Guest: Imam Zaid ShakirMore Info:Article: “The Greatest, At Rest,” by Tom JunodLink: https://www.espn.com/espn/feature/story/_/id/19409912/the-planning-muhammad-ali-funeral Websites:https://zaytuna.edu/academics/faculty/zaid-shakir https://www.newislamicdirections.com/new_nid/about/ ORIGINAL AUDIO PRODUCTION, MUSIC & SOUND DESIGN BY SALTExecutive Produced by Mo Amer, Azhar Usman, Noah Gersh, Jamie Schefman, Nick Panama, Kenzi WilburHead of Creative: Jordan Galvan Head of Production: Liz LeMayHead of Post Production: Robert AdlerProducers: Imran Ali Malik & Aaron Kennedy Supervising Producers: Allie Strobel & Alice BearnPost Production Supervisor: Aly HonoréPost Production Coordinator: Jax Raffle Edited by: Geoffrey Mutchnik and Aaron Kennedy Sound Design and Music by: Matthew ChilelliMixed by: Aaron Kennedy Recorded by Aaron Kennedy, Zack Djurich and Mario Borgatta Guest Booking by Drive Entertainment and Hager EldaasAdditional music courtesy of Extreme Music.Joking Not Joking is a Luminary Original, and a co-production between SALT, Legally Homeless, Inc., and Numinous Company, Inc. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.