Can men and women really be “just friends”? Or is that just a rom-com setup waiting to happen?

On this episode, our host sits down with JBEE and Golden — two friends who know firsthand that different-sex friendships can be deep, supportive, and completely platonic. Together, we unpack why society struggles to accept these bonds, how media fuels the “will they/won’t they” narrative, and what it actually takes to maintain a healthy friendship across genders.

From awkward assumptions to navigating outside judgment, JBEE and Golden share personal stories, a few laughs, and some hard truths that will make you rethink what friendship can be. Spoiler: it’s way bigger than the “friend zone.”

If you’ve ever had to defend your different-sex friendship or are just curious why this question won’t go away, this conversation is your myth-busting, stereotype-smashing answer.