
2 Be Better
byChris Burkett
EducationSelf-ImprovementHealthFitnessSocietyCultureRelationships
We are the 2 Be Better Podcast. Chris and Peaches read emails, answer questions and have hard discussions to help you on your personal growth journey. We are not licensed for anything but we have lived through a lot. Join us. Lets grow!!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/2-be-better--5828421/support.
Episodes(40 episodes)
The Internet Star Accused of Murder, What Really Happened - D4vd
In this episode of the 2 Be Better Podcast, Chris and Peaches break down one of the most disturbing true crime stories of the year, the shocking case surrounding musician d4vd (David Burke) and the alleged murder of 14 year old Celeste Rivera Hernandez. They walk through the timeline of the investigation, the grooming allegations, digital evidence, the discovery of a dismembered body in a Tesla, the ongoing murder trial, and the disturbing details prosecutors believe connect the rising music star to one of the internet's most talked about criminal cases. This isn't just a recap of the h...
Published: Jul 17, 2026Duration: 59m 50s
The Control Dramas and Parenting
In this episode of the 2 Be Better Podcast, we explore how the way we parent shapes a child's nervous system, emotional regulation, self esteem, and future relationships. Using the concept of **Control Dramas**, inspired by *The Celestine Prophecy* and expanded through modern psychology, attachment theory, and real world coaching experience, we break down the hidden parenting patterns that quietly influence children for decades. We cover the original four Control Dramas, the Intimidator, Interrogator, Aloof, and Poor Me parent, along with five additional parenting patterns we believe deserve attention, including the Rescuer, Charmer, Gaslighter, Competitor, and Perfectionist.Whether you're raising...
Published: Jul 16, 2026Duration: 46m 55s
Questions with Chris Pt 1
Trying something new. Want your questions answered, email me 2bebetterco@gmail.com Disclaimer: We are not professionals. This podcast is opinioned based and from life experience. This is for entertainment purposes only. Opinions helped by our guests may not reflect our own. But we love a good conversation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/2-be-better--5828421/support.
Published: Jul 16, 2026Duration: 43m 41s
She Found His Secret Tapes and Everything Fell Apart S4 EP28
Disclaimer: We are not professionals. This podcast is opinioned based and from life experience. This is for entertainment purposes only. Opinions helped by our guests may not reflect our own. But we love a good conversation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/2-be-better--5828421/support.
Published: Jul 13, 2026Duration: 1h 19m 28s
10 Things We Do That Created Respectful, Well Behaved Children
What does it take to raise respectful, emotionally regulated, confident children in today's world? In this parenting podcast episode, Peaches and Chris from 2 Be Better break down the 10 parenting principles they use to raise well behaved, empathetic, resilient kids. They discuss authority without control, emotional regulation, natural consequences, choice theory, autonomy, reward systems, quality time, routines, and why arguing with your children often creates more problems than it solves.Whether you're parenting toddlers, young children, teenagers, or simply looking for practical parenting advice, this conversation offers real world examples, actionable strategies, and honest discussions about discipline, boundaries, emotional...
Published: Jul 10, 2026Duration: 1h 11m 49s
Love Bombing, Control, and the Truth She Didn't Want to Hear 4-27
In this powerful relationship advice podcast episode, Chris and Peaches return from their travels to tackle a deeply emotional listener submission about love, manipulation, self worth, boundaries, and the difficult decision to walk away from a relationship that no longer aligns with your future. They break down the warning signs of love bombing, emotional manipulation, control, mixed messages about commitment and children, and the importance of recognizing when someone’s actions don't match their words. If you've ever questioned whether you're overreacting, ignoring red flags, or struggling to trust your intuition in a relationship, this episode offers a raw and ho...
Published: Jul 6, 2026Duration: 1h 22m 44s
My Wife Asked for an Open Marriage... It Ended Exactly How You Think
What happens when one spouse asks for an open marriage, or when a group of wives tries to shut down their husbands’ weekly guys’ night? In this episode of the 2 Be Better Podcast, Chris and Peaches react to two viral Reddit relationship stories that spark intense conversations about marriage, trust, boundaries, friendship, infidelity, personal freedom, and emotional maturity. They break down the psychology behind relationship resentment, controlling behavior, open relationships, cheating, accountability, and what healthy communication actually looks like when couples face conflict.Throughout the episode, Chris and Peaches also share personal insights about purpose, depression, men's friendships, self...
Published: Jul 3, 2026Duration: 1h 11m 47s
Couples Ignore These Red Flags Until It’s Too Late 4-26
Disclaimer: We are not professionals. This podcast is opinioned based and from life experience. This is for entertainment purposes only. Opinions helped by our guests may not reflect our own. But we love a good conversation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/2-be-better--5828421/support.
Published: Jun 29, 2026Duration: 1h 40m 46s
Why So Many Creators Are Secretly Miserable
Disclaimer: We are not professionals. This podcast is opinioned based and from life experience. This is for entertainment purposes only. Opinions helped by our guests may not reflect our own. But we love a good conversation.This episode of the 2 Be Better Podcast gets raw, unfiltered, and deeply personal as Chris and Peaches prepare for nearly three weeks of travel to Greece and Bali while opening up about the pressure, criticism, and emotional weight that comes with building a public platform and community. They talk about burnout, social media toxicity, mental health, content creation, church leadership, relationship dynamics...
Published: Jun 26, 2026Duration: 1h 22m 14s
Emotional Affairs Start Exactly Like This 4-25
Disclaimer: We are not professionals. This podcast is opinioned based and from life experience. This is for entertainment purposes only. Opinions helped by our guests may not reflect our own. But we love a good conversation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/2-be-better--5828421/support.
Published: Jun 22, 2026Duration: 57m 0s
Attention and intention - Youtube Live Replay
This is a live stream from youtube. If you dont follow us over there you are missing out on multiple live streams weekly. We work through some real life stuff on this episode. Our patreon things we should post these here as well. So lets see what you guys think. In this powerful 2 Be Better Podcast livestream, Chris and Peaches dive deep into the connection between attention, intention, energy, and relationships. They explore how where you place your focus directly impacts your marriage, communication, emotional connection, and personal growth. From energy transference and synchronicity to bids for connection, r...
Published: Jun 21, 2026Duration: 1h 46m 20s
Husband Spent $12,000 on OnlyFans and It Gets Worse
In this hilarious and brutally honest Funny Friday episode of 2 Be Better, Chris and Peaches react to some of the craziest Reddit relationship stories on the internet while breaking down modern dating, cheating, toxic behavior, emotional manipulation, narcissism, accountability, marriage struggles, and self respect. From husbands secretly spending $12,000 on OnlyFans, to cheating partners, emotional affairs, toxic communication, resentment, trauma bonding, and relationship double standards, this episode mixes savage comedy with real conversations about love, boundaries, masculinity, femininity, emotional regulation, and personal growth. Expect unfiltered opinions, dark humor, relationship advice, psychology discussions, and raw reactions that swing from hilarious to deeply...
Published: Jun 19, 2026Duration: 1h 4m 9s
Her Husband Secretly Messaged Multiple Women While She Slept 4-24
This episode of the 2 Be Better Podcast dives deep into modern relationships, marriage struggles, parenting, emotional healing, alcoholism, cheating, masculinity, discipline, emotional regulation, and rebuilding trust after betrayal. Chris and Peaches break down real listener emails involving infidelity, emotional affairs, addiction, co-parenting conflict, troubled teenagers, family trauma, self-harm, relationship accountability, and the emotional damage caused by weak boundaries and poor communication. They also explore topics like therapy, codependency, emotional validation, masculine leadership, parenting discipline, blended families, respect in marriage, and how unresolved trauma shapes adult behavior. If you’re looking for raw conversations about relationships, self-improvement, marriage advice, emotional growth, pa...
Published: Jun 15, 2026Duration: 1h 14m 4s
From Petty Drama to Spiritual Truths in One Episode
In this raw and unfiltered episode of the 2 Be Better Podcast, Chris and Peaches dive into real-life conversations about grief, relationships, emotional triggers, and the strange ways our subconscious mind processes trauma. From losing a close member of their community to breaking down vivid dreams, relationship dynamics, and the impact of unresolved pain, this episode blends humor, honesty, and deep introspection. They also react to wild Reddit stories involving petty revenge, toxic neighbors, and real-world social behavior, offering grounded perspectives on communication, boundaries, and emotional maturity.As the episode unfolds, the conversation shifts into spirituality, consciousness, and the...
Published: Jun 12, 2026Duration: 1h 16m 28s
Porn, Therapy, Jealousy, and Emotional Manipulation 4-23
This episode of the 2 Be Better Podcast dives deep into relationship insecurity, emotional regulation, trust, pornography in marriage, therapy manipulation, boundaries, jealousy, trauma responses, and modern relationship dynamics. Chris and Peaches react to real listener emails involving controlling behavior, social media boundaries, emotional reactivity, couples therapy struggles, porn addiction, attachment styles, and the difficult reality of trying to heal broken trust inside long term relationships. They break down unhealthy communication patterns, insecurity in marriage, emotional accountability, masculine and feminine dynamics, nervous system reactions, and what real partnership, loyalty, and trust should actually look like. If you’re struggling with relationship an...
Published: Jun 8, 2026Duration: 1h 31m 2s
Everyone Isn’t a Narcissist, You Might Be the Problem
In this brutally honest relationship podcast episode, the hosts break down toxic family dynamics, narcissism accusations, victim mentality, insecurity in relationships, ADHD compatibility, boundaries with parents, and emotional accountability. They react to real relationship emails and Reddit stories involving controlling partners, manipulative family members, wedding drama, emotional immaturity, jealousy, and communication breakdowns. This episode dives deep into modern relationship culture, the misuse of psychological labels like narcissist and bipolar, and how unresolved trauma shapes the way people view conflict, love, and personal responsibility. You’ll hear raw conversations about emotional regulation, marriage struggles, insecure relationships, toxic communication patterns, boundaries with pa...
Published: Jun 5, 2026Duration: 59m 38s
Why You’re Losing Attraction in Your Relationship S4 Ep22
This episode of the 2 Be Better Podcast dives deep into relationships, emotional disconnection, and the hidden patterns that silently destroy intimacy. Chris and Peaches break down a real relationship scenario involving loss of attraction, communication breakdown, trust issues, and the impact of past toxic behaviors on a marriage. They also explore powerful concepts from Sacred Contracts, including the four survival archetypes, child, victim, prostitute, and saboteur, and connect them to real-life relationship dynamics, personal accountability, and emotional growth.You can expect raw, unfiltered coaching on marriage, masculinity, femininity, intimacy, and personal responsibility. This episode challenges you to confront...
Published: Jun 1, 2026Duration: 1h 52m 7s
Modern Dating Is Completely Broken, Here’s Proof
This episode of 2 Be Better is pure unfiltered chaos, dark humor, relationship insight, and brutally honest reactions to some of the wildest Reddit stories on the internet. Chris and Peaches dive into hilarious “Am I The Asshole?” posts, toxic relationship dynamics, manipulation, emotional immaturity, dating double standards, financial dependence, narcissistic behavior, and modern relationship struggles, all while mixing in comedy, personal stories, and raw commentary. From farting disasters at track meets and Target revenge stories, to deeper conversations about loyalty, self respect, emotional boundaries, validation seeking, and unhealthy relationship patterns, this episode swings from outrageous comedy to serious life lessons with...
Published: May 29, 2026Duration: 1h 8m 21s
Blended Family Chaos… No Rules, No Respect REPLAY
In this episode of the 2 Be Better Podcast, Chris and Peaches dive deep into a raw, real-life relationship breakdown involving blended families, parenting conflicts, and a lack of structure in the home. This is the continuation from the woman’s perspective, now unpacking the man’s side of the story, exposing how inconsistent discipline, weak leadership, and poor communication are creating chaos between partners and their children. The conversation tackles hard truths about respect, authority, co-parenting, and how failing to correct behavior early can shape the kind of adults children become. Expect unfiltered insight on modern parenting, masculine leadership, and what...
Published: May 27, 2026Duration: 1h 26m 9s
If You’re Always Busy, You Need to Hear This S4 Ep21
This episode of the 2 Be Better Podcast dives into the real, unfiltered rhythm of life, relationships, and personal growth. Chris and Peaches open up about what it actually looks like to build something meaningful together while balancing business, creativity, and connection. From preparing for an upcoming women’s retreat to managing the pressure of multiple projects, they unpack the tension between ambition and presence, and how to stay grounded when life feels overwhelming.You’ll also hear a candid breakdown of their evolving content, including a new interactive book club experience and a unique approach to consuming personal deve...
Published: May 25, 2026Duration: 1h 5m 33s