<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><?xml-stylesheet href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/style.xsl" type="text/xsl"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><atom:link href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/mybestfriendsjournal/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><title><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></title><lastBuildDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2023 14:52:58 +0000</lastBuildDate><generator>Captivate.fm</generator><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><copyright><![CDATA[Copyright 2023 Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></copyright><managingEditor>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</managingEditor><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Best friends Mike Wessells and Cam Shepherd comb through Mike's beloved journal and discuss the juicy details. From salacious to silly to sins of the past, nothing here is sacred. Find out what happens when a very private journal is made very public in this no holds barred comedy.]]></itunes:summary><image><url>https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg</url><title>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</title><link><![CDATA[https://www.mybestfriendsjournal.com/listen/]]></link></image><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:name></itunes:owner><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author><description>Best friends Mike Wessells and Cam Shepherd comb through Mike&apos;s beloved journal and discuss the juicy details. From salacious to silly to sins of the past, nothing here is sacred. Find out what happens when a very private journal is made very public in this no holds barred comedy.</description><link>https://www.mybestfriendsjournal.com/listen/</link><atom:link href="https://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" rel="hub"/><itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Two Gays. One Journal. No Filter.]]></itunes:subtitle><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:category text="Comedy"></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Society &amp; Culture"><itunes:category text="Personal Journals"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Society &amp; Culture"><itunes:category text="Relationships"/></itunes:category><itunes:new-feed-url>https://feeds.captivate.fm/mybestfriendsjournal/</itunes:new-feed-url><item><title>ep. 130 | Until Next Time</title><itunes:title>ep. 130 | Until Next Time</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>As the 5th year of the journal comes to a close, Cam and Mike say goodbye while keeping the Yuletide gay. Merry Christmas to all, and to all a goodnight. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As the 5th year of the journal comes to a close, Cam and Mike say goodbye while keeping the Yuletide gay. Merry Christmas to all, and to all a goodnight. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-130-until-next-time]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c5eccc6c-7786-4f8e-b72d-d6d36d34e37a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 23 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/c624eb79-2a24-4284-a7b2-70ac74521d09/mbfj-ep130.mp3" length="71424438" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>59:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>130</itunes:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 129 | Speaking of Dick Prints</title><itunes:title>ep. 129 | Speaking of Dick Prints</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>These days Mike's mostly mostly wearing cowboy boots and Cam's mostly wearing speedos but one question remains: how do they wear their penises? As the journal approaches it's final weeks, the boys manage to share some new ridiculous stories: Cam's musical theater-induced gay rage, Mike's festivities with FOX News, and a skydiving adventure to die for. Call us by our names and enjoy this penultimate episode of the ultimate podcast. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>These days Mike's mostly mostly wearing cowboy boots and Cam's mostly wearing speedos but one question remains: how do they wear their penises? As the journal approaches it's final weeks, the boys manage to share some new ridiculous stories: Cam's musical theater-induced gay rage, Mike's festivities with FOX News, and a skydiving adventure to die for. Call us by our names and enjoy this penultimate episode of the ultimate podcast. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-129-speaking-of-dick-prints]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">588d6b89-c0f2-4d81-89ed-166388b5a5c7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 16 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/39c75171-ee0f-4826-83e8-5032f33aabdb/mbfj-ep129.mp3" length="67010789" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>55:50</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>129</itunes:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 128 | Get a Thick Load of This</title><itunes:title>ep. 128 | Get a Thick Load of This</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Mike and Cam each have their own ways of relieving stress. Luckily, neither way includes a grapefruit. This week's journal contains some dense... entries: Mike illustrates a toxic personality trait, helps Wibo catch the bus to Cuba, and somehow has his most outrageous experience yet with The Dog's Toupée. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mike and Cam each have their own ways of relieving stress. Luckily, neither way includes a grapefruit. This week's journal contains some dense... entries: Mike illustrates a toxic personality trait, helps Wibo catch the bus to Cuba, and somehow has his most outrageous experience yet with The Dog's Toupée. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-128-get-a-thick-load-of-this]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">661b67e9-096d-4237-9787-5dac9202fda9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 09 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/b836c127-45ba-42d2-b987-675adef42478/mbfj-ep128.mp3" length="64541173" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>53:47</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>128</itunes:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 127 | Buss or Puss</title><itunes:title>ep. 127 | Buss or Puss</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Favorite Friend Gabriella and Aimee-Goldfish-F*ckface are in the studio (read: Gabriella's home) as MBFJ's final guests! We've got games (Buss or Puss; F*ck Marry, Murder), we've got stories (Aimee nearly turned Mike and Gabriella sh*t in a bag), we've got diapers (and not just for Cam). Grab your fish bowl, double line your trash can, and enjoy this very special episode. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Favorite Friend Gabriella and Aimee-Goldfish-F*ckface are in the studio (read: Gabriella's home) as MBFJ's final guests! We've got games (Buss or Puss; F*ck Marry, Murder), we've got stories (Aimee nearly turned Mike and Gabriella sh*t in a bag), we've got diapers (and not just for Cam). Grab your fish bowl, double line your trash can, and enjoy this very special episode. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-127-buss-or-puss]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">adad1797-2da8-4b91-86cd-1efa9949fb9d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/f7658cdc-847a-42c7-8151-784a3680e05b/mbfj-ep127-master.mp3" length="52935491" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>44:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>127</itunes:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 126 | Tofurky Lurkey Time</title><itunes:title>ep. 126 | Tofurky Lurkey Time</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Extrude your turkeys and hug your Mammaws because Thanksgiving has arrived once again! This week Cam is homo, homo on the range where the weird horse girls and geriatric donkeys play. In the journal Mike gets an unwanted call from prison, makes his game show debut and reunites with an old flame. Whether you're in it for the stuffing or humble pie, this episode is just gravy.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Extrude your turkeys and hug your Mammaws because Thanksgiving has arrived once again! This week Cam is homo, homo on the range where the weird horse girls and geriatric donkeys play. In the journal Mike gets an unwanted call from prison, makes his game show debut and reunites with an old flame. Whether you're in it for the stuffing or humble pie, this episode is just gravy.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-126-tofurky-lurkey-time]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9538fb55-9630-4b3c-9c03-4aa164e56d4c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 25 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/ab566f6c-764a-4356-b2d7-121258d92c74/mbfj-ep126-b.mp3" length="68832569" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>57:21</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>126</itunes:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 125 | P. Didn&apos;t</title><itunes:title>ep. 125 | P. Didn&apos;t</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>First, there was the "Calm vs Com" debacle of 2019. Then, there was the Great Soup Debate of 2020. Now, in the defining argument of 2021, MBFJ presents: When Does Autumn Actually Begin? In the journal, Mike shows his mom around New York, pays Wibo a visit that takes a dark turn, and kicks an A-lister out of his restaurant. This episode takes a gloomy turn, so take the theme song's advice and grab a drink or smoke some pot.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>First, there was the "Calm vs Com" debacle of 2019. Then, there was the Great Soup Debate of 2020. Now, in the defining argument of 2021, MBFJ presents: When Does Autumn Actually Begin? In the journal, Mike shows his mom around New York, pays Wibo a visit that takes a dark turn, and kicks an A-lister out of his restaurant. This episode takes a gloomy turn, so take the theme song's advice and grab a drink or smoke some pot.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-125-p-didnt]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f3e60afa-8ff9-4c7d-8936-ab486f8fc900</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 18 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/840749cf-601f-4299-9dad-ede84ff280be/mbfj-ep125-2.mp3" length="66799197" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>55:40</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>125</itunes:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 124 | What&apos;s GERD?</title><itunes:title>ep. 124 | What&apos;s GERD?</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week for an unruly amount of musical moments, a witch dentist, excessive use of the word urethra, homophobic tonsils, torn cherries, an unsent letter from Mike to his father, the lifecycle of a joint, a memoriam to a tragus, and sex at least 3 times. Listen up for a big announcement from the boys. As the saying goes, all gerd things must come to an end...</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week for an unruly amount of musical moments, a witch dentist, excessive use of the word urethra, homophobic tonsils, torn cherries, an unsent letter from Mike to his father, the lifecycle of a joint, a memoriam to a tragus, and sex at least 3 times. Listen up for a big announcement from the boys. As the saying goes, all gerd things must come to an end...</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-124-whats-gerd]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c31ca4db-6885-42c3-a458-5367a06a850b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 11 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/01dacf2a-e089-484c-8ba6-839ecd1186a0/mbfj-ep124c.mp3" length="63984242" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>53:19</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>124</itunes:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 123 | Internal Adjustment</title><itunes:title>ep. 123 | Internal Adjustment</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>It was a big week for the boys' butts; Cam's was electrocuted and Mike's was interrogated. In the journal, Mike is bopping around the state of New York, improvising songs, auditioning ad nauseam, and not having sex. Mike's dad sends another letter, and the boys talk about seeing parents cry. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It was a big week for the boys' butts; Cam's was electrocuted and Mike's was interrogated. In the journal, Mike is bopping around the state of New York, improvising songs, auditioning ad nauseam, and not having sex. Mike's dad sends another letter, and the boys talk about seeing parents cry. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-123-internal-adjustment]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a32db12b-a977-4c84-8432-24f8ab1d7b02</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 04 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/3a5e50f3-4433-4c37-846f-e53097cf84ea/mbfj-ep123-b.mp3" length="63029728" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>52:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>123</itunes:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 122 | Freshly Fluffed</title><itunes:title>ep. 122 | Freshly Fluffed</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>June busted out all over this week's episode: Mike received a letter from his father, bumped into the man who broke his heart on the subway, and tucked his panties into his friend's underwear... or something. The boys went on their infamous Fire Island adventure where terrible things happened in bushes and bathrooms alike, and Cam and Peter had a huge revelation.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>June busted out all over this week's episode: Mike received a letter from his father, bumped into the man who broke his heart on the subway, and tucked his panties into his friend's underwear... or something. The boys went on their infamous Fire Island adventure where terrible things happened in bushes and bathrooms alike, and Cam and Peter had a huge revelation.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-122-freshly-fluffed]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b2b5e6ff-0219-4583-b0b7-4a4f26ba4015</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 28 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/94c18c33-d584-41b3-ac50-567644c63b59/mbfj-ep122.mp3" length="66542152" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>55:27</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>122</itunes:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 121 | Flesh Lights, Big City</title><itunes:title>ep. 121 | Flesh Lights, Big City</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>There's nothing quite as  d e l i g h t fu l  as recording in the same room; Cam and Mike spent some time together in New York, and it was simply the best. In the journal Mike finds a new calling as a street performer, receives some perfectly on brand birthday gifts, and Blossom is mentioned enough times to make Mayim Bialik self destruct. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There's nothing quite as  d e l i g h t fu l  as recording in the same room; Cam and Mike spent some time together in New York, and it was simply the best. In the journal Mike finds a new calling as a street performer, receives some perfectly on brand birthday gifts, and Blossom is mentioned enough times to make Mayim Bialik self destruct. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-121-flesh-lights-big-city]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0248025a-70ae-4661-b44d-d877a6a2f5f3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 21 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/e13997be-de5a-42da-9c9c-0a275e14c044/mbfj-ep121.mp3" length="55001777" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>45:50</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>121</itunes:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 120 | Daddied in the Wild</title><itunes:title>ep. 120 | Daddied in the Wild</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The boys are back from a brief weekend frolic and come baring gayest moments: Cam gained some admirers and Mike let his neurosis shine. In the journal Mike witnesses a coup, moons Sarah Jessica Parker and goes on the elusive 4th date. Meanwhile, Cam remembers a particularly scarring break up… but not the guys name.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The boys are back from a brief weekend frolic and come baring gayest moments: Cam gained some admirers and Mike let his neurosis shine. In the journal Mike witnesses a coup, moons Sarah Jessica Parker and goes on the elusive 4th date. Meanwhile, Cam remembers a particularly scarring break up… but not the guys name.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-120-daddied-in-the-wild]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a9bea041-b51a-4deb-9a4d-d90970f50d8c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 14 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/c8963720-a74c-4509-afd9-89b3efb097a1/mbfj-ep120.mp3" length="55641255" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>46:22</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>120</itunes:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 119 | The BBC</title><itunes:title>ep. 119 | The BBC</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Just like the good old days, Mike's hoping his mom skips this week's episode as he recounts an evening with a particularly substantial Gen Zer. 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In the journal Cam and Mike frolic in New York, Mike begins to date a new gentleman, and a certain dog dons his toupée once more.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-119-the-bbc]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e015490e-f544-4d19-a94e-44a56235d30d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 07 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/47454f8e-a177-4f0a-bdbe-1f9efe754933/mbfj-ep119.mp3" length="50501402" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>42:05</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>119</itunes:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 118 | Mundanity Kane</title><itunes:title>ep. 118 | Mundanity Kane</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Can a sunset be cinnamon? How exactly do the wheels on the bus go? Will Cam subscribe to Mike's future OnlyFans? These are the questions that cause a ruckus at the top of this week's episode. In the journal Mike finally returns to New York (and the sweet relief of his mundane city life), officiates his brother's wedding, and meets Cam in Brooklyn!</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Can a sunset be cinnamon? How exactly do the wheels on the bus go? Will Cam subscribe to Mike's future OnlyFans? These are the questions that cause a ruckus at the top of this week's episode. In the journal Mike finally returns to New York (and the sweet relief of his mundane city life), officiates his brother's wedding, and meets Cam in Brooklyn!</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-118-mundanity-kane]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1a88a561-4c8d-42f7-a6ea-ae4e6a9b16ae</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 30 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/a26d1885-f036-4958-8804-89dccb6834f1/mbf-ep118.mp3" length="55722234" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>46:26</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>118</itunes:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 117 | The Day After it Didn&apos;t Happen</title><itunes:title>ep. 117 | The Day After it Didn&apos;t Happen</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Stick a knife in Mike, he's done. That's right fairies and gentlefolk, The Dog's Toupée chapter of the journal is finally coming to a close. But have no fear, there's plenty of bleak bleakness to last until the bitter end... and maybe a few more shenanigans with Buster.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Stick a knife in Mike, he's done. That's right fairies and gentlefolk, The Dog's Toupée chapter of the journal is finally coming to a close. But have no fear, there's plenty of bleak bleakness to last until the bitter end... and maybe a few more shenanigans with Buster.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-117-the-day-after-it-didnt-happen]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c23a9c72-eb77-4a86-999f-f9e47622439e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 23 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/08e09c13-bcb0-4d9b-8203-4af65ec6a46c/mbfj-ep117.mp3" length="56395671" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>47:00</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>117</itunes:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 116 | Fussy Little Fairies</title><itunes:title>ep. 116 | Fussy Little Fairies</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Inspired by Cam's birthday this week, the boys chat about the nostalgic baked goods of yesteryear as well as other, less wholesome things. In the journal the indignities of Mike's current gig know no limit, and The Boyfriend finds a way to punish Mike, while remaining annoyingly likeable. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Inspired by Cam's birthday this week, the boys chat about the nostalgic baked goods of yesteryear as well as other, less wholesome things. In the journal the indignities of Mike's current gig know no limit, and The Boyfriend finds a way to punish Mike, while remaining annoyingly likeable. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-116-fussy-little-fairies]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e8df13b4-5f9b-4205-80e4-3fb7140857c3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 16 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/8287083a-a271-43d8-8973-84a6e18583be/116.mp3" length="60373075" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>50:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>116</itunes:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 115 | Pooptrificus Totalus</title><itunes:title>ep. 115 | Pooptrificus Totalus</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Mike lost something and, in doing so, left Cam stunned (an MBFJ first!). Don't worry, it tain't lost anymore. Meanwhile in Denver, the aspens are quivering, the rain is pitter-pattering, and the poop is petrifying. This week in the journal, Blanche exhibits some shocking behavior, and Mike gets stuck in an awkward situation when The Dog's Toupée welcomes a surprise guest on tour.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mike lost something and, in doing so, left Cam stunned (an MBFJ first!). Don't worry, it tain't lost anymore. Meanwhile in Denver, the aspens are quivering, the rain is pitter-pattering, and the poop is petrifying. This week in the journal, Blanche exhibits some shocking behavior, and Mike gets stuck in an awkward situation when The Dog's Toupée welcomes a surprise guest on tour.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-115-pooptrificus-totalus]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">aeaeea02-0ba6-4e20-8514-76a77e1f80c1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/abc3c514-a19b-453f-8b0b-fdf908293f93/mbfj-ep115.mp3" length="53999720" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>45:00</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>115</itunes:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 114 | On the Road, Again</title><itunes:title>ep. 114 | On the Road, Again</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The boys went camping and it got in-tents (wink wink). This week's special episode features MBFJ's first ever return guest, Cic, as the three boys drove from Colorado to Montana, camping their way through three National Parks. There were moose, bears, bison, twinks, and more gayest moments than stars in big sky country. Light a fire, roast some marshmallows, and enjoy this episode recorded from the road. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The boys went camping and it got in-tents (wink wink). This week's special episode features MBFJ's first ever return guest, Cic, as the three boys drove from Colorado to Montana, camping their way through three National Parks. There were moose, bears, bison, twinks, and more gayest moments than stars in big sky country. Light a fire, roast some marshmallows, and enjoy this episode recorded from the road. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-114-on-the-road-again]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2e14dd06-1fb4-4599-a7ac-284785e68ade</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 02 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/94eec673-4dc2-480f-a9f9-33b66081c632/mbfj-ep114.mp3" length="52786593" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>43:59</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>114</itunes:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 113 | The Siren Song of One&apos;s Hairy Crack</title><itunes:title>ep. 113 | The Siren Song of One&apos;s Hairy Crack</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Banilda St. Margaret's. Chetekwirehauser. Sevastopol. Names of Midwestern towns or gibberish spewed by 2 gays with a podcast? This week, Cam auditioned for the first time in years and Mike tickled himself in the office. In the journal Mike has the honor and privilege of performing at a middle school dance, and later on things get steamy with Buster... sort of. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Banilda St. Margaret's. Chetekwirehauser. Sevastopol. Names of Midwestern towns or gibberish spewed by 2 gays with a podcast? This week, Cam auditioned for the first time in years and Mike tickled himself in the office. In the journal Mike has the honor and privilege of performing at a middle school dance, and later on things get steamy with Buster... sort of. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-113-the-siren-song-of-ones-hairy-crack]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">438e7392-49d2-428c-81f0-7a6a4e0b94bb</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 26 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/95ce20f5-7596-4655-9e00-c5d79ddec957/mbfj-ep113.mp3" length="43071655" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>35:53</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>113</itunes:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 112 | More Aca-Nonsense</title><itunes:title>ep. 112 | More Aca-Nonsense</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Cam is weak in the knees from gawking at some gorgeous glutes, and Mike is weak in the wrist as per usual (but the patrons behind him don't mind at all! Really! They can prove it!). In the journal Mike continues to be challenged by Blanche and a whole lot of aca-shenanigans. Meanwhile, a line is crossed with Buster.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cam is weak in the knees from gawking at some gorgeous glutes, and Mike is weak in the wrist as per usual (but the patrons behind him don't mind at all! Really! They can prove it!). In the journal Mike continues to be challenged by Blanche and a whole lot of aca-shenanigans. Meanwhile, a line is crossed with Buster.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-112-more-aca-nonsense]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">64a22203-f8b5-46fc-9606-17e86ca509af</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 19 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/c6c71001-cfc1-45be-985a-bd72dafcefce/mbfj-ep112.mp3" length="47609124" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>39:40</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>112</itunes:episode><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 111 | The Sixth Love Language</title><itunes:title>ep. 111 | The Sixth Love Language</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A couple things are broken this week: Cam's gaydar and Mike's neck from some serious code switch whiplash. The good news is that the boys are continuing to learn new things every day including some surprising facts about babies, and an update on love languages. In the journal, rehearsals continue for The Dog's Toupée and Mike can't help but feel like he's in one giant stress dream. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A couple things are broken this week: Cam's gaydar and Mike's neck from some serious code switch whiplash. The good news is that the boys are continuing to learn new things every day including some surprising facts about babies, and an update on love languages. In the journal, rehearsals continue for The Dog's Toupée and Mike can't help but feel like he's in one giant stress dream. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-111-the-sixth-love-language]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">af54d3f7-3ec1-446d-9695-41214240caba</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 12 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/3855555a-6574-46b4-aa3d-38f251088b7e/111-4.mp3" length="60917467" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>50:46</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>111</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>A couple things are broken this week: Cam&apos;s gaydar and Mike&apos;s neck from some serious code switch whiplash. The good news is that the boys are continuing to learn new things every day including some surprising facts about babies, and an update on love languages. In the journal, rehearsals continue for The Dog&apos;s Toupée and Mike can&apos;t help but feel like he&apos;s in one giant stress dream.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 110 | Good Hooch at the Black Derby</title><itunes:title>ep. 110 | Good Hooch at the Black Derby</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Cam and Mike are both back from some travels and have learned a few things: Mike is an awful plus one, Cam has X-ray vision, and babies are dicks. In the journal Mike wraps things up in New York and heads to Wisconsin to begin The Dog's Toupée. </p><p>Note: as this episode was being scheduled to go live, Mike learned that Mr. Landesman had passed away. This episode is dedicated to that slightly lovable old curmudgeon. May his booth always be available and his soda always be room temperature. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cam and Mike are both back from some travels and have learned a few things: Mike is an awful plus one, Cam has X-ray vision, and babies are dicks. In the journal Mike wraps things up in New York and heads to Wisconsin to begin The Dog's Toupée. </p><p>Note: as this episode was being scheduled to go live, Mike learned that Mr. Landesman had passed away. This episode is dedicated to that slightly lovable old curmudgeon. May his booth always be available and his soda always be room temperature. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-111-good-hooch-at-the-black-derbie]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">90790eb8-9c6e-4184-9d54-99f79cb77b95</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 05 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/7bf57d87-5a8d-4a6e-a21f-d963ff082c88/mbfj-ep110.mp3" length="59095165" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>49:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>110</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Cam and Mike are both back from some travels and have learned a few things: Mike is an awful plus one, Cam has X-ray vision, and babies are dicks. In the journal Mike wraps things up in New York and heads to Wisconsin to begin The Dog&apos;s Toupée. 

Note: as this episode was being scheduled to go live, Mike learned that Mr. Landesman had passed away. This episode is dedicated to that slightly lovable old curmudgeon. May his booth always be available and his soda always be room temperature.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 109 | Somewhere in My Memory</title><itunes:title>ep. 109 | Somewhere in My Memory</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Looking for a urologist? Mike knows a place where only the best ones make the cut. Or it is a wilderness survival guide you need? Well, Cam can't help you. This week in the journal it's Mike's first Christmas in a family of 4 and everybody is dealing with the change in their own way. Just as Mike is considering his next escape, a new opportunity appears. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Looking for a urologist? Mike knows a place where only the best ones make the cut. Or it is a wilderness survival guide you need? Well, Cam can't help you. This week in the journal it's Mike's first Christmas in a family of 4 and everybody is dealing with the change in their own way. Just as Mike is considering his next escape, a new opportunity appears. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-109-somewhere-in-my-memory]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5a784a04-10c9-4841-a519-e884d3e2a518</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/d0ede18c-d3af-44e0-996a-1ba3e3f003bb/mbfj-ep109-master.mp3" length="59690757" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>49:44</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>109</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Looking for a urologist? Mike knows a place where only the best ones make the cut. Or it is a wilderness survival guide you need? Well, Cam can&apos;t help you. This week in the journal it&apos;s Mike&apos;s first Christmas in a family of 4 and everybody is dealing with the change in their own way. Just as Mike is considering his next escape, a new opportunity appears.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 108 | Judgement</title><itunes:title>ep. 108 | Judgement</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A gay walks into a bar... and has his straightest moment of the week. Another gay climbs into a bed... and has a three-and-a-half-way. Don't ask, just listen. In the journal Mike's dad is sentenced. It wasn't a super great day.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A gay walks into a bar... and has his straightest moment of the week. Another gay climbs into a bed... and has a three-and-a-half-way. Don't ask, just listen. In the journal Mike's dad is sentenced. It wasn't a super great day.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-108-judgement]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">cfc9cba8-4ed1-47cd-b978-0a9c5f029f89</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/0f395c95-8ffe-4fc9-ac17-947256270459/mbfj-ep108.mp3" length="66682691" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>55:34</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>108</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>A gay walks into a bar... and has his straightest moment of the week. Another gay climbs into a bed... and has a three-and-a-half-way. Don&apos;t ask, just listen. In the journal Mike&apos;s dad is sentenced. It wasn&apos;t a super great day.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 107 | Ray of Shite</title><itunes:title>ep. 107 | Ray of Shite</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week Mike's partying is catching up with him, but Cam's catching up with the parties. In the journal it's December 2016 and Mike's dad finally starts to fess up. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week Mike's partying is catching up with him, but Cam's catching up with the parties. In the journal it's December 2016 and Mike's dad finally starts to fess up. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-107-ray-of-shite]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d06e78eb-6127-487c-8e6b-5b72bf84f670</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/d06ec610-6865-4705-9eb3-ef128537b6ef/mbfj-ep107.mp3" length="63774740" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>53:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>107</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week Mike&apos;s partying is catching up with him, but Cam&apos;s catching up with the parties. 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Capiche?</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-106-zapatos-y-correr]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">91a227b9-d558-4258-84a0-21f2bb4d5cb3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/89e06a13-6163-4294-8ec1-0a6e941527bd/mbfj-ep106.mp3" length="58700716" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>48:55</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>106</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Big week for the boys! Between Mike&apos;s pride shenanigans in NYC and Cam&apos;s Gen Z party in Mexico, it was like Black Friday in Twinkville. In the journal Mike&apos;s in San Diego to get Mik and Cic hitched. Between the party fouls and the mucus plugs, it may be best to put your coffee down before listening to this one. Capiche?</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 105 | Lube Up and Bear Down</title><itunes:title>ep. 105 | Lube Up and Bear Down</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>People stick their fingers in a lot of gross places, but are bowling balls the grossest? Just how weird is it to sniff a stranger and talk about it? Will Mike ever be fully out to his family? Was November 2016 like, super awesome or nah? Good thing there's a podcast to help answer these questions.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>People stick their fingers in a lot of gross places, but are bowling balls the grossest? Just how weird is it to sniff a stranger and talk about it? Will Mike ever be fully out to his family? Was November 2016 like, super awesome or nah? Good thing there's a podcast to help answer these questions.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-105-lube-up-and-bear-down]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b4163929-9248-46df-8014-ba6d0aa8a9ab</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/a54ad0eb-a4e3-490f-b866-682a76c9be67/105-2.mp3" length="53778202" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>44:49</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>105</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>People stick their fingers in a lot of gross places, but are bowling balls the grossest? Just how weird is it to sniff a stranger and talk about it? Will Mike ever be fully out to his family? Was November 2016 like, super awesome or nah? Good thing there&apos;s a podcast to help answer these questions.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 104 | Uh Ur Ear</title><itunes:title>ep. 104 | Uh Ur Ear</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The boys are back from their big gay train adventure with all of the salacious details. In the journal Mike auditions in an elevator, deals with a traumatic tragus, and most egregiously, forces his friends to watch improv comedy.</p><p>For one episode only the boys are teaming up with Luxe Bidet. Listen up for a special giveaway!</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The boys are back from their big gay train adventure with all of the salacious details. In the journal Mike auditions in an elevator, deals with a traumatic tragus, and most egregiously, forces his friends to watch improv comedy.</p><p>For one episode only the boys are teaming up with Luxe Bidet. 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For one episode only the boys are teaming up with Luxe Bidet. Listen up for a special giveaway!</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 103 | Big Apple Girls</title><itunes:title>ep. 103 | Big Apple Girls</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Reunited once again in Colorado, the boys are back with some special guests! Erin with an E and Our Nicest Friend Sam bring a lot of joy to this week's episode as we chat about the origin of our four-way-friendship, the evolution of MBFJ and, of course, our Gayest Moments of the Week. By the end of the episode only one question remains... taint or no taint?</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Reunited once again in Colorado, the boys are back with some special guests! Erin with an E and Our Nicest Friend Sam bring a lot of joy to this week's episode as we chat about the origin of our four-way-friendship, the evolution of MBFJ and, of course, our Gayest Moments of the Week. By the end of the episode only one question remains... taint or no taint?</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-103-big-apple-girls]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5ea57a16-d2d9-48b7-9be6-5c2a7ce72cf3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/9254c5af-6a4f-4b04-bce7-f4c3708538b3/103-2.mp3" length="54859148" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>45:43</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>103</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Reunited once again in Colorado, the boys are back with some special guests! Erin with an E and Our Nicest Friend Sam bring a lot of joy to this week&apos;s episode as we chat about the origin of our four-way-friendship, the evolution of MBFJ and, of course, our Gayest Moments of the Week. By the end of the episode only one question remains... taint or no taint?</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 102 | Rosemary&apos;s Crybaby</title><itunes:title>ep. 102 | Rosemary&apos;s Crybaby</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week a doctor gave Mike some homophobic advice, and Cam danced like nobody was watching. In the journal we finally learn why things never feel quite right with Garth. Mike gains some new roommates and misses an opportunity to razzle-dazzle Richard Gere, while Cam gives improv a try. Catering at a billionaire's event unveils some insider gossip about American political royalty.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week a doctor gave Mike some homophobic advice, and Cam danced like nobody was watching. In the journal we finally learn why things never feel quite right with Garth. Mike gains some new roommates and misses an opportunity to razzle-dazzle Richard Gere, while Cam gives improv a try. Catering at a billionaire's event unveils some insider gossip about American political royalty.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-102-rosemarys-crybaby]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a342106d-e978-47c3-b377-2defc9cf078c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 03 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/b8cb7429-25cb-4253-ab8e-36335689f05a/mbfj-ep102a.mp3" length="56941630" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>47:27</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>102</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week a doctor gave Mike some homophobic advice, and Cam danced like nobody was watching. In the journal we finally learn why things never feel quite right with Garth. Mike gains some new roommates and misses an opportunity to razzle-dazzle Richard Gere, while Cam gives improv a try. Catering at a billionaire&apos;s event unveils some insider gossip about American political royalty.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 101 | Liberal Claptrap</title><itunes:title>ep. 101 | Liberal Claptrap</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>All aboard! Mike spent the week romping around like a real cad, and Cam spent it getting keen on a highfalutin skincare routine. In the journal there's jousting in Manhattan, boffing in a garden, and Cam and Peter's wedding! Grab yourself and iced f*ggot latte an enjoy the show. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>All aboard! Mike spent the week romping around like a real cad, and Cam spent it getting keen on a highfalutin skincare routine. In the journal there's jousting in Manhattan, boffing in a garden, and Cam and Peter's wedding! Grab yourself and iced f*ggot latte an enjoy the show. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-101-liberal-claptrap]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">cf042751-8608-40ad-b866-55b7157ec247</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/286ffb8e-2862-4e21-adfa-a16bd51956e6/mbfj-ep101-master.mp3" length="59669859" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>49:43</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>101</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>All aboard! Mike spent the week romping around like a real cad, and Cam spent it getting keen on a highfalutin skincare routine. In the journal there&apos;s jousting in Manhattan, boffing in a garden, and Cam and Peter&apos;s wedding! Grab yourself an iced f*ggot latte and enjoy the show.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 100 | MBFJ Centennial Jubilee</title><itunes:title>ep. 100 | MBFJ Centennial Jubilee</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>It's episode 100 and to celebrate the occasion Mike and Cam are taking a look back. After some exciting life updates and an itchy GMOTW, the boys dive into some of the most memorable moments from the first 99 episodes. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It's episode 100 and to celebrate the occasion Mike and Cam are taking a look back. After some exciting life updates and an itchy GMOTW, the boys dive into some of the most memorable moments from the first 99 episodes. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-100-mbfj-centennial-jubilee]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">14f2ea40-bfaa-47cd-83a6-e75d39c52e05</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 20 May 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/9a99e268-9950-4dff-a26b-11ca890f5641/mbfj-ep100.mp3" length="64865614" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>54:03</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>100</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>It&apos;s episode 100 and to celebrate the occasion Mike and Cam are taking a look back. After some exciting life updates and an itchy GMOTW, the boys dive into some of the most memorable moments from the first 99 episodes.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 99 | Whoop Whoop, it&apos;s Poop and Soup B*tch hashtagfreebritney</title><itunes:title>ep. 99 | Whoop Whoop, it&apos;s Poop and Soup B*tch hashtagfreebritney</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>For the first time since episode 60, the boys are together in the same room! Between Cam's double trouble, and Mike relearning how to behave in society, the boys prove they can still shock each other. In the journal Mike finishes his road trip and heads back to New York where Garth's waiting for him. Could someone check on Debbie Harry?</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For the first time since episode 60, the boys are together in the same room! Between Cam's double trouble, and Mike relearning how to behave in society, the boys prove they can still shock each other. In the journal Mike finishes his road trip and heads back to New York where Garth's waiting for him. Could someone check on Debbie Harry?</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-99-whoop-whoop]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8fce37de-197c-4a82-89d2-6ef5e8932202</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 13 May 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/33db4bda-93f4-47ff-92a4-88c311f0b871/mbfj-ep99.mp3" length="60847981" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>50:42</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>99</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>For the first time since episode 60, the boys are together in the same room! Between Cam&apos;s double trouble, and Mike relearning how to behave in society, the boys prove they can still shock each other. In the journal Mike finishes his road trip and heads back to New York where Garth&apos;s waiting for him. Could someone check on Debbie Harry?</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 98 | My Best Friend&apos;s Antibodies</title><itunes:title>ep. 98 | My Best Friend&apos;s Antibodies</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This episode was recorded 24 hours after the boys received their second vaccine doses! After experiencing some mild side effects, the boys compare how differently men and women handle discomfort (hint: women win). In the journal Mike begins a cross country road trip with Mik and Cic. Things get wild: piercings, bats, bucking bulls, and of course, the free clinic. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode was recorded 24 hours after the boys received their second vaccine doses! After experiencing some mild side effects, the boys compare how differently men and women handle discomfort (hint: women win). In the journal Mike begins a cross country road trip with Mik and Cic. Things get wild: piercings, bats, bucking bulls, and of course, the free clinic. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-98-my-best-friends-antibodies]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">90cc793e-48d8-4cdd-9720-63d803157a27</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 06 May 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/a93ecc46-a986-4ec6-b7e2-81eadb4b7128/mbfj-ep98.mp3" length="47881320" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>39:54</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>98</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This episode was recorded 24 hours after the boys received their second vaccine doses! After experiencing some mild side effects, the boys compare how differently men and women handle discomfort (hint: women win). In the journal Mike begins a cross country road trip with Mik and Cic. Things get wild: piercings, bats, bucking bulls, and of course, the free clinic.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 97 | Snap out of It</title><itunes:title>ep. 97 | Snap out of It</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>As Mike laments his soft teeth (f*ck you Big Floss!) and Cam revels in his nearly-normal social life, the boys take up another question: what was the most trouble they got in as kids? In the journal things are getting tasty with Garth. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As Mike laments his soft teeth (f*ck you Big Floss!) and Cam revels in his nearly-normal social life, the boys take up another question: what was the most trouble they got in as kids? In the journal things are getting tasty with Garth. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-97-snap-out-of-it]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">da53545a-5927-4a16-bd6c-818016c1f99d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 29 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/e64f4f5e-badb-4106-955e-2a93a43523f3/mbfj-ep97-master.mp3" length="51618397" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>43:01</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>97</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>As Mike laments his soft teeth (f*ck you Big Floss!) and Cam revels in his nearly-normal social life, the boys take up another question: what was the most trouble they got in as kids? In the journal things are getting tasty with Garth.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 96 | Pulling Taffy</title><itunes:title>ep. 96 | Pulling Taffy</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week Cam's feeling himself in a dressing room and Mike's feeling confused at a blood lab. In the journal Mike's career seem's to be going down the toilet, but his budding love life is making up for it. The boys dish on the best and worst sex of their lives. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week Cam's feeling himself in a dressing room and Mike's feeling confused at a blood lab. In the journal Mike's career seem's to be going down the toilet, but his budding love life is making up for it. The boys dish on the best and worst sex of their lives. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-96-pulling-taffy]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a26c7a0c-c625-46e7-aa6e-87840ee85939</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 22 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/3da9c2c2-c26c-4285-85b8-1ec0717b4ac8/mbfj-ep96-3.mp3" length="57108814" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>47:35</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>96</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week Cam&apos;s feeling himself in a dressing room and Mike&apos;s feeling confused at a blood lab. In the journal Mike&apos;s career seem&apos;s to be going down the toilet, but his budding love life is making up for it. The boys dish on the best and worst sex of their lives.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 95 | Testing the Waters</title><itunes:title>ep. 95 | Testing the Waters</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The boys are half vaxxed and ready to... pretty much keep doing what they've been doing. Mike somehow combined a Butchest Moment with his GMOTW but it all comes out in the wash. Cam has figured out how to combine two of his greatest passions: wigs and plants. This week's topics include lost wedding rings, unfortunate tattoos, and how to be a good neighbor. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The boys are half vaxxed and ready to... pretty much keep doing what they've been doing. Mike somehow combined a Butchest Moment with his GMOTW but it all comes out in the wash. Cam has figured out how to combine two of his greatest passions: wigs and plants. This week's topics include lost wedding rings, unfortunate tattoos, and how to be a good neighbor. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-95-testing-the-waters]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4b63eb68-e918-4c57-9de2-3d1f4a77094c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 15 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/31dabff7-2e21-4a70-8bd6-4860ef574e32/mbfj-ep95.mp3" length="56079589" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>46:44</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>95</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>The boys are half vaxxed and ready to... pretty much keep doing what they&apos;ve been doing. Mike somehow combined a Butchest Moment with his GMOTW but it all comes out in the wash. Cam has figured out how to combine two of his greatest passions: wigs and plants. This week&apos;s topics include lost wedding rings, unfortunate tattoos, and how to be a good neighbor.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 94 | Twink, Twank, Twunk</title><itunes:title>ep. 94 | Twink, Twank, Twunk</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Mike's greatest fear came true: he's responsible for another living creature. As Cam prepares his wardrobe for summer, the boys begin to wonder where they fit into the world of gay tribes. In the journal Mike goes to Vancouver and bites off more than he can um, handle. An Alaskan adventure reminds the boys how grateful they are for every moment spent exploring the world. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mike's greatest fear came true: he's responsible for another living creature. As Cam prepares his wardrobe for summer, the boys begin to wonder where they fit into the world of gay tribes. In the journal Mike goes to Vancouver and bites off more than he can um, handle. An Alaskan adventure reminds the boys how grateful they are for every moment spent exploring the world. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-94-twink-twank-twunk]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8aab00dd-5190-49d7-92ff-ff9e986bcd89</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/1ac4ae3b-d53d-4f35-bf75-95927f451cf1/mbfj-ep94-1.mp3" length="59379899" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>49:29</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>94</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Mike&apos;s greatest fear came true: he&apos;s responsible for another living creature. 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Cam took a trip to the Midwest where he learned all about the newest techniques in child rearing. Mike learned how to prick himself with high hopes for a summer of getting pricked. In the journal Mike meets a gentlemen who makes him gasp in horror and delight, and once again gets back on a cruise ship.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-93-how-to-train-your-baby]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">34c06e01-cd67-4e6a-8fc6-9bae8c00665e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 01 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/5eb74c11-7307-4acc-825c-93105d2b5184/mbfj-ep93.mp3" length="59456177" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>49:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>93</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>The boys learned a few things this week. Cam took a trip to the Midwest where he learned all about the newest techniques in child rearing. Mike learned how to prick himself with high hopes for a summer of getting pricked. In the journal Mike meets a gentlemen who makes him gasp in horror and delight, and once again gets back on a cruise ship.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 92 | Choosy Moms Sniff Bulges</title><itunes:title>ep. 92 | Choosy Moms Sniff Bulges</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Cam went tailgating and Mike accidentally exercised and it was all far too masc. Thankfully the conversation got real gay, real quick. This week the boys chat about ballet boys, birthdays, and what makes smell such a special sense. In the journal Mike documented the event he erroneously labeled a "donkey punch" way back in episode 4, and we dive a little deeper into Wibo's mischief. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cam went tailgating and Mike accidentally exercised and it was all far too masc. Thankfully the conversation got real gay, real quick. This week the boys chat about ballet boys, birthdays, and what makes smell such a special sense. In the journal Mike documented the event he erroneously labeled a "donkey punch" way back in episode 4, and we dive a little deeper into Wibo's mischief. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-92-choosy-moms-sniff-bulges]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d1bedb0c-abe2-4254-bffb-e4afc820c73b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 25 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/f694f98e-a28e-4aa5-986f-b50c2a7767c3/mbfj-ep92.mp3" length="57775459" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>48:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>92</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Cam went tailgating and Mike accidentally exercised and it was all far too masc. Thankfully the conversation got real gay, real quick. This week the boys chat about ballet boys, birthdays, and what makes smell such a special sense. In the journal Mike documented the event he erroneously labeled a &quot;donkey punch&quot; way back in episode 4, and we dive a little deeper into Wibo&apos;s mischief.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 91 | Zaddy Issues</title><itunes:title>ep. 91 | Zaddy Issues</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Mike's a father and Cam's getting adopted. Wait, what? This week the boys consider some strange daddy dynamics. In the journal Mike continues to be loud about the jobs he hates and Cam wonders, then promptly learns, what "couchmaggedon" means. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mike's a father and Cam's getting adopted. Wait, what? This week the boys consider some strange daddy dynamics. In the journal Mike continues to be loud about the jobs he hates and Cam wonders, then promptly learns, what "couchmaggedon" means. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-91-zaddy-issues]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">87e0c3e2-707e-4534-814d-185b05c56c83</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 18 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/6c1c2844-9566-4abf-bbce-b39b31717ea5/mbfj-ep91.mp3" length="58868422" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>49:03</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>91</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Mike&apos;s a father and Cam&apos;s getting adopted. Wait, what? This week the boys consider some strange daddy dynamics. In the journal Mike continues to be loud about the jobs he hates and Cam wonders, then promptly learns, what &quot;couchmaggedon&quot; means.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 90 | Fickle Finger Fitch</title><itunes:title>ep. 90 | Fickle Finger Fitch</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week the boys put a moratorium on discussing matters of the fecal variety then promptly abandoned it. Cam remembers an uncomfortable week at Christian summer camp, and Wibo offers Mike some dating advice. In the journal Mike is auditioning, waiting tables, feuding with his neighbors,  and refusing to shi*t in a bucket. Unsatisfied, Cam puts his own spin on those entries. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week the boys put a moratorium on discussing matters of the fecal variety then promptly abandoned it. Cam remembers an uncomfortable week at Christian summer camp, and Wibo offers Mike some dating advice. In the journal Mike is auditioning, waiting tables, feuding with his neighbors,  and refusing to shi*t in a bucket. Unsatisfied, Cam puts his own spin on those entries. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-90-fickle-finger-fitch]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3cf3eb04-1460-4ca0-92de-7216d0664ac7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/f3a9fe9a-8e02-4e2c-906e-25b176a48dbb/mbfj-ep90.mp3" length="59189728" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>49:19</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>90</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week the boys put a moratorium on discussing matters of the fecal variety then promptly abandoned it. Cam remembers an uncomfortable week at Christian summer camp, and Wibo offers Mike some dating advice. In the journal Mike is auditioning, waiting tables, feuding with his neighbors,  and refusing to shi*t in a bucket. Unsatisfied, Cam puts his own spin on those entries.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 89 | Jubelmeyer &amp; Schmeckelbeck</title><itunes:title>ep. 89 | Jubelmeyer &amp; Schmeckelbeck</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week the boys felt a sense of duty, as well as a sense of doodie. They feel strongly about saving dogs in peril, but Mike has reservations about other, lesser creatures. In the journal Mike is feeling a certain way about boys both new and old, Cam explains the sponge-like nature of kids, and the boys wonder what makes someone a good person. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week the boys felt a sense of duty, as well as a sense of doodie. They feel strongly about saving dogs in peril, but Mike has reservations about other, lesser creatures. In the journal Mike is feeling a certain way about boys both new and old, Cam explains the sponge-like nature of kids, and the boys wonder what makes someone a good person. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-89-jubelmeyer-schmeckelbeck]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">738d8484-6b9a-4d12-8411-ebe323c4816b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 04 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/3ed68897-a81c-4b1f-8f92-28e7d0ebb37a/mbfj-ep89.mp3" length="58746691" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>48:57</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>89</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week the boys felt a sense of duty, as well as a sense of doodie. They feel strongly about saving dogs in peril, but Mike has reservations about other, lesser creatures. In the journal Mike is feeling a certain way about boys both new and old, Cam explains the sponge-like nature of kids, and the boys wonder what makes someone a good person.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 88 | WaWa No-no</title><itunes:title>ep. 88 | WaWa No-no</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Ever been banned from your favorite convenience store? If you answered no, you're not drinking enough. This week Cam outs himself at the local grocer, and Mike finds photo proof of his storied drag history. In the journal, Mike's back in New York striking out on both the job and man hunt. </p><p>*No Anne Hathaways were hurt in the recording of this episode. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ever been banned from your favorite convenience store? If you answered no, you're not drinking enough. This week Cam outs himself at the local grocer, and Mike finds photo proof of his storied drag history. In the journal, Mike's back in New York striking out on both the job and man hunt. </p><p>*No Anne Hathaways were hurt in the recording of this episode. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-88-wawa-no-no]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">178a4578-271b-4d42-a960-4a022a62e107</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/a82467a4-a1ff-4cd9-a7dc-57c8c1f1827b/mbfj-ep88.mp3" length="58095720" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>48:25</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>88</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Ever been banned from your favorite convenience store? If you answered no, you&apos;re not drinking enough. This week Cam outs himself at the local grocer, and Mike finds photo proof of his storied drag history. In the journal, Mike&apos;s back in New York striking out on both the job and man hunt. 

*No Anne Hathaways were hurt in the recording of this episode.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 87 | Parking in Cars with Boys</title><itunes:title>ep. 87 | Parking in Cars with Boys</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week, Cam is horrified by tacky taxidermy and Mike attempts to make sense of a surprising message from his mom. In the journal Mike gets busy in a car, inspiring Cam to dish about his own backseat exploits. Also, Mike receives flowers backstage, but never identified the sender... until his dad went to prison. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week, Cam is horrified by tacky taxidermy and Mike attempts to make sense of a surprising message from his mom. In the journal Mike gets busy in a car, inspiring Cam to dish about his own backseat exploits. Also, Mike receives flowers backstage, but never identified the sender... until his dad went to prison. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-87-parking-in-cars-with-boys]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">31c4e998-8821-4f7f-9c49-fdf54e00a4eb</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 18 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/c67a1157-d350-421c-b333-2626bde6e158/mbfj-ep87.mp3" length="60628030" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>50:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>87</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week, Cam is horrified by tacky taxidermy and Mike attempts to make sense of a surprising message from his mom. In the journal Mike gets busy in a car, inspiring Cam to dish about his own backseat exploits. Also, Mike receives flowers backstage, but never identified the sender... until his dad went to prison.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 86 | Warm Brown Eye</title><itunes:title>ep. 86 | Warm Brown Eye</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Are you someone who brushes your teeth while peeing? Would you do it in a public restroom? Why is a show that is primarily about pulling out so popular on Netflix? These are some of the hard-hitting questions the boys tackle at the top of the episode. In the journal, Mike isn't proud of his current show, but on the upside: he's got a new crush! As for Cam... well, he's been keeping himself busy and he's written a new song to explain how.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you someone who brushes your teeth while peeing? Would you do it in a public restroom? Why is a show that is primarily about pulling out so popular on Netflix? These are some of the hard-hitting questions the boys tackle at the top of the episode. In the journal, Mike isn't proud of his current show, but on the upside: he's got a new crush! As for Cam... well, he's been keeping himself busy and he's written a new song to explain how.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-86-warm-brown-eye]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a96bace0-e456-40f0-bd85-d9422d5e0f87</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/cd46d39f-5c8a-43fa-96d1-c486400de138/mbfj-ep86.mp3" length="60877238" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>50:44</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>86</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Are you someone who brushes your teeth while peeing? Would you do it in a public restroom? Why is a show that is primarily about pulling out so popular on Netflix? These are some of the hard-hitting questions the boys tackle at the top of the episode. In the journal, Mike isn&apos;t proud of his current show, but on the upside: he&apos;s got a new crush! As for Cam... well, he&apos;s been keeping himself busy and he&apos;s written a new song to explain how.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 85 | Paint Your Guts</title><itunes:title>ep. 85 | Paint Your Guts</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week the boys have more gayest moments than they know what to do with, and the result is an in-depth consideration of cockrings, glassblowing lingo, and some artistic gay vernacular to use at dinner parties. In the journal Mike is back in Philly to start a new contract and shake up his look. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week the boys have more gayest moments than they know what to do with, and the result is an in-depth consideration of cockrings, glassblowing lingo, and some artistic gay vernacular to use at dinner parties. In the journal Mike is back in Philly to start a new contract and shake up his look. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-85-paint-your-guts]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0bae838a-6ee8-4339-866a-9e46b5f594a1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/a4bb1441-35ad-4bdf-9491-0555fcc7bba8/mbfj-ep85.mp3" length="58502185" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>48:45</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>85</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week the boys have more gayest moments than they know what to do with, and the result is an in-depth consideration of cockrings, glassblowing lingo, and some artistic gay vernacular to use at dinner parties. In the journal Mike is back in Philly to start a new contract and shake up his look.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 84 | Violet Chachkee Beauregard-Huff</title><itunes:title>ep. 84 | Violet Chachkee Beauregard-Huff</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What a week: Clumsy Cam took a trip to urgent care while Manic Mike played with strangers' dogs. And oh yea, huge strides were made for LGBTQ Americans! In the spirit of gay patriotism, the boys debate which diva sang the best National Anthem. As Journal-Mike finishes his Florida contract, the boys discuss the delicate process of backdoor manscaping.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What a week: Clumsy Cam took a trip to urgent care while Manic Mike played with strangers' dogs. And oh yea, huge strides were made for LGBTQ Americans! In the spirit of gay patriotism, the boys debate which diva sang the best National Anthem. As Journal-Mike finishes his Florida contract, the boys discuss the delicate process of backdoor manscaping.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-84-violet-chachkee-beauregard-huff]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2773e9a4-9a27-47b8-bbcf-8ec0a8870cfe</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/11d2354e-4f14-4d2c-9d0f-f0a6373b1753/mbfj-ep84.mp3" length="54260422" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>45:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>84</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>What a week: Clumsy Cam took a trip to urgent care while Manic Mike played with strangers&apos; dogs. And oh yea, huge strides were made for LGBTQ Americans! In the spirit of gay patriotism, the boys debate which diva sang the best National Anthem. As Journal-Mike finishes his Florida contract, the boys discuss the delicate process of backdoor manscaping.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 83 | Autoanalingus</title><itunes:title>ep. 83 | Autoanalingus</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>It's a brand new day and this week the boys are JAZZED. Mike reimagines the function of sperm banks and completely geeks out over Fran Lebowitz. Cam doubles down on his butch brand while also speculating about the future of the SATC franchise. And both boys couldn't help but wonder: how personal is too personal when it comes to self pleasure?</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It's a brand new day and this week the boys are JAZZED. Mike reimagines the function of sperm banks and completely geeks out over Fran Lebowitz. Cam doubles down on his butch brand while also speculating about the future of the SATC franchise. And both boys couldn't help but wonder: how personal is too personal when it comes to self pleasure?</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-83-autoanalingus]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ec85bf84-6df8-4fd9-94e6-474bd06dfd3b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/cf2efbd1-b954-4683-b9d1-9ec8d4551578/mbfj-ep83.mp3" length="61517238" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>51:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>83</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>It&apos;s a brand new day and this week the boys are JAZZED. Mike reimagines the function of sperm banks and completely geeks out over Fran Lebowitz. Cam doubles down on his butch brand while also speculating about the future of the SATC franchise. And both boys couldn&apos;t help but wonder: how personal is too personal when it comes to self pleasure?</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 82 | Girl, Insurrected</title><itunes:title>ep. 82 | Girl, Insurrected</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The US Senate gained two Democratic DILFs and the boys just wanted one measly little hour to celebrate, but NO. They were interrupted by breaking news. With plenty of time to doom-scroll later, they decided to dive back into 2016 where Mike is adoring his president, falling in love with weed, and hellbent on watching every Oscar-nominated movie. Oh, and also performing  in a show he shouldn't have. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The US Senate gained two Democratic DILFs and the boys just wanted one measly little hour to celebrate, but NO. They were interrupted by breaking news. With plenty of time to doom-scroll later, they decided to dive back into 2016 where Mike is adoring his president, falling in love with weed, and hellbent on watching every Oscar-nominated movie. Oh, and also performing  in a show he shouldn't have. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-82-girl-insurrected]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">559d64c1-4b65-40a3-8658-3aecc9d39bad</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/85c984c6-e9a9-4cd5-b3db-47fcd0c6db02/mbfj-ep82.mp3" length="61404912" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>51:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>82</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>The US Senate gained two Democratic DILFs and the boys just wanted one measly little hour to celebrate, but NO. They were interrupted by breaking news. With plenty of time to doom-scroll later, they decided to dive back into 2016 where Mike is adoring his president, falling in love with weed, and hellbent on watching every Oscar-nominated movie. Oh, and also performing  in a show he shouldn&apos;t have.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 81 | At Least One Cat</title><itunes:title>ep. 81 | At Least One Cat</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week the boys were innocently chatting about some of their favorite content when the Great Soup Debate was rehashed and all hell broke loose. In the journal Mike's newest gig is off to a purr-fectly odd start.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week the boys were innocently chatting about some of their favorite content when the Great Soup Debate was rehashed and all hell broke loose. In the journal Mike's newest gig is off to a purr-fectly odd start.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-81-at-least-one-cat]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3dfd91c1-b9e1-4be8-a0fb-813711da4bc4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/efa0e9df-46a5-4ee0-8934-e62f555e6f2e/mbfj-ep81.mp3" length="60255524" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>50:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>81</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week the boys were innocently chatting about some of their favorite content when the Great Soup Debate was rehashed and all hell broke loose. In the journal Mike&apos;s newest gig is off to a purr-fectly odd start.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 80 | A Few Ugly Entries</title><itunes:title>ep. 80 | A Few Ugly Entries</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In the final episode of 2020, the boys pick a few positive highlights from this rollercoaster of a year. Cam experienced some ugly behavior from a homophobe, while Mike exhibited some ugly behavior as he wrapped up 2015 with a moving day from hell.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In the final episode of 2020, the boys pick a few positive highlights from this rollercoaster of a year. Cam experienced some ugly behavior from a homophobe, while Mike exhibited some ugly behavior as he wrapped up 2015 with a moving day from hell.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-80-a-few-ugly-entries]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">685a8327-b95c-41ed-87ba-b5885d5eef05</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 31 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/ecd8d338-2451-4617-b2b0-0163c6458221/mbfj-ep80.mp3" length="49304471" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>41:05</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>80</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>In the final episode of 2020, the boys pick a few positive highlights from this rollercoaster of a year. Cam experienced some ugly behavior from a homophobe, while Mike exhibited some ugly behavior as he wrapped up 2015 with a moving day from hell.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 79 | What is Christmas with No Snow?</title><itunes:title>ep. 79 | What is Christmas with No Snow?</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>As Christmas in the journal coincides with Christmas IRL, the boys bring you a holiday episode in true MBFJ fashion. From Dickens to dickings, Christmas cards to stolen cars, and snowballs to cream pies, this one's got it all. Who sknows what you might hear!</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As Christmas in the journal coincides with Christmas IRL, the boys bring you a holiday episode in true MBFJ fashion. From Dickens to dickings, Christmas cards to stolen cars, and snowballs to cream pies, this one's got it all. Who sknows what you might hear!</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-79-what-is-christmas-with-no-snow]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ce1d0a7c-91f7-4f75-b463-d54d389a5ec6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 24 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/566f893c-2951-41c4-af12-d83ce3ab49d0/mbfj-ep79-2.mp3" length="67414642" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>56:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>79</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>As Christmas in the journal coincides with Christmas IRL, the boys bring you a holiday episode in true MBFJ fashion. From Dickens to dickings, Christmas cards to stolen cars, and snowballs to cream pies, this one&apos;s got it all. Who sknows what you might hear!</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 78 | Camp as Christmas</title><itunes:title>ep. 78 | Camp as Christmas</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>As the holiday season ramps up, the boys are enjoying the glitter and majesty of it all. Cam's trimming the tree and living for Christmas classics, new and old, and Mike has found a new goal in life. In the journal Mike moves into another new sublet and Cam couldn't be more annoyed. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As the holiday season ramps up, the boys are enjoying the glitter and majesty of it all. Cam's trimming the tree and living for Christmas classics, new and old, and Mike has found a new goal in life. In the journal Mike moves into another new sublet and Cam couldn't be more annoyed. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-78-camp-as-christmas]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">90e88e99-ef80-4610-a568-c2c3190100b5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/a327fe34-d1a3-494a-8d02-ca5607f137cc/mbfj-ep78.mp3" length="57465124" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>47:53</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>78</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>As the holiday season ramps up, the boys are enjoying the glitter and majesty of it all. Cam&apos;s trimming the tree and living for Christmas classics, new and old, and Mike has found a new goal in life. In the journal Mike moves into another new sublet and Cam couldn&apos;t be more annoyed.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 77 | z-h-u-z-h</title><itunes:title>ep. 77 | z-h-u-z-h</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>As the holiday season begins, the boys experience a gay onslaught of ambiance including meeting Mr. and Mr. Claus and enjoying some decadent old Hollywood Christmas classics. Mike and Cam chat about their successes and failures in holiday culinary creations, and the financial journal returns as the boys remember hard lessons learned. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As the holiday season begins, the boys experience a gay onslaught of ambiance including meeting Mr. and Mr. Claus and enjoying some decadent old Hollywood Christmas classics. Mike and Cam chat about their successes and failures in holiday culinary creations, and the financial journal returns as the boys remember hard lessons learned. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-77-z-h-u-z-h]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4907f55f-02b5-4ea8-ae92-22c9b1643a07</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/f6b6a3dc-6746-4365-9f3b-800324f01dba/mbfj-ep77.mp3" length="59473418" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>49:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>77</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>As the holiday season begins, the boys experience a gay onslaught of ambiance including meeting Mr. and Mr. Claus and enjoying some decadent old Hollywood Christmas classics. Mike and Cam chat about their successes and failures in holiday culinary creations, and the financial journal returns as the boys remember hard lessons learned.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 76 | Trombones</title><itunes:title>ep. 76 | Trombones</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week Cam and Mike relive their brass band glory days before getting down to business. Cam's happy to finally have his lover home, while Mike is mesmerized by a new internet duplicity. As journal-Mike finishes up his most recent contract and jumps into a new one, the boys revisit 2015's warning signs of impending doom. Despite this, they keep things light with some fresh Would-You-Rathers and inappropriate grandma jokes. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week Cam and Mike relive their brass band glory days before getting down to business. Cam's happy to finally have his lover home, while Mike is mesmerized by a new internet duplicity. As journal-Mike finishes up his most recent contract and jumps into a new one, the boys revisit 2015's warning signs of impending doom. Despite this, they keep things light with some fresh Would-You-Rathers and inappropriate grandma jokes. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-76-trombones]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">64b6281a-2163-4ecd-b857-4d14c3bca0f4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/d14f6d98-bdd8-4787-af99-f01f980d783f/mbfj-ep76.mp3" length="60152601" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>50:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>76</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week Cam and Mike relive their brass band glory days before getting down to business. Cam&apos;s happy to finally have his lover home, while Mike is mesmerized by a new internet duplicity. As journal-Mike finishes up his most recent contract and jumps into a new one, the boys revisit 2015&apos;s warning signs of impending doom. Despite this, they keep things light with some fresh Would-You-Rathers and inappropriate grandma jokes.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 75 | Gobble Gobble</title><itunes:title>ep. 75 | Gobble Gobble</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>It's Thanksgiving and the boys are in the mood for stuffing. While Mike's busy giving his friends unflattering nicknames, Cam is offering advice on a topic he knows well: butt stuff. In the journal Mike hears from an old hookup with some unsettling news. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It's Thanksgiving and the boys are in the mood for stuffing. While Mike's busy giving his friends unflattering nicknames, Cam is offering advice on a topic he knows well: butt stuff. In the journal Mike hears from an old hookup with some unsettling news. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-75-gobble-gobble]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c5c79aab-ca20-44c2-9daa-c75e39ac0f13</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 26 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/daf94740-bbc3-4455-85b9-08d1e4fd890c/mbfj-ep75-master.mp3" length="54504928" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>45:25</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>75</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>It&apos;s Thanksgiving and the boys are in the mood for stuffing. While Mike&apos;s busy giving his friends unflattering nicknames, Cam is offering advice on a topic he knows well: butt stuff. In the journal Mike hears from an old hookup with some unsettling news.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 74 | A Gay Ruckus</title><itunes:title>ep. 74 | A Gay Ruckus</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What do Cam's election prep and Mike's election celebration have in common? They were both super gay. In the journal Mike has doubts about his Birthright, Cam delights at the idea of TwinkleToes getting serviced, and Shmusch Shmardens stirs up some deep memories for them both. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What do Cam's election prep and Mike's election celebration have in common? They were both super gay. In the journal Mike has doubts about his Birthright, Cam delights at the idea of TwinkleToes getting serviced, and Shmusch Shmardens stirs up some deep memories for them both. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-74-a-gay-ruckus]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7c85dd89-9b32-4b68-8a12-48dfc2b77147</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/b245ea5f-60a1-44d5-8620-fd1bd463c0d4/mbfj-ep74-master.mp3" length="63641516" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>53:02</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>74</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>What do Cam&apos;s election prep and Mike&apos;s election celebration have in common? 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Mike went on his first COVID-era dates, and Cam remains a dedicated edugaytor to his in-laws. In the journal Mike begins his Shmusch Shmardens contract and some familiar patterns emerge: a new crush, job complaints, and (of course) getting peed on. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-73-gray-and-chilly-in-philly]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9e9b79d0-b3b6-44c2-a9c7-74bb0a2fa279</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/86643beb-0a3a-4a74-b226-d3e8b205cf85/mbfj-ep73.mp3" length="52803834" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>44:00</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>73</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>After a mini celebration about a long-anticipated victory, the boys are back on their bullshit. Mike went on his first COVID-era dates, and Cam remains a dedicated edugaytor to his in-laws. In the journal Mike begins his Shmusch Shmardens contract and some familiar patterns emerge: a new crush, job complaints, and (of course) getting peed on.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 72 | Shituations</title><itunes:title>ep. 72 | Shituations</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>When the conversation begins with poop issues one might assume it has no where to go but up; and yet the boys also mention Kirstie Alley. Anyhoozlebees, this week Cam shares an intimate shituation he experienced with a loved one in need, and Mike frolics around New York as he prepares to go back to the boys' old stomping ground: Shmusch Shmardens.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When the conversation begins with poop issues one might assume it has no where to go but up; and yet the boys also mention Kirstie Alley. Anyhoozlebees, this week Cam shares an intimate shituation he experienced with a loved one in need, and Mike frolics around New York as he prepares to go back to the boys' old stomping ground: Shmusch Shmardens.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-72-shituations]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6b9991e9-5621-4ce4-ac09-11e58ae7dd50</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/3b213a40-4a35-444b-83a1-ad162115b681/mbfj-ep72.mp3" length="56648014" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>47:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>72</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>When the conversation begins with poop issues one might assume it has no where to go but up; and yet the boys also mention Kirstie Alley. Anyhoozlebees, this week Cam shares an intimate shituation he experienced with a loved one in need, and Mike frolics around New York as he prepares to go back to the boys&apos; old stomping ground: Shmusch Shmardens.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 71 | Tunasala Donna Cracker</title><itunes:title>ep. 71 | Tunasala Donna Cracker</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week the boys are spilling some Positive Energy Tea - at least until Mike ruins it with a rageful GMOTW. The Boys in the Band serves some quality Edugaytion–for more info visit mattbomersabs.com. In the journal Mike interviews for about 100 awful jobs and, surprise surprise, hates them all. Cam wonders if Mike is regretting his "leap of faith."</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week the boys are spilling some Positive Energy Tea - at least until Mike ruins it with a rageful GMOTW. The Boys in the Band serves some quality Edugaytion–for more info visit mattbomersabs.com. In the journal Mike interviews for about 100 awful jobs and, surprise surprise, hates them all. Cam wonders if Mike is regretting his "leap of faith."</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-71-tunasala-donna-cracker]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e817c368-3b3a-449c-ba74-f235c4eb7172</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/94be264f-c82d-47f6-b3e7-b365a584c395/mbfj-ep71.mp3" length="55494969" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>46:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>71</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week the boys are spilling some Positive Energy Tea - at least until Mike ruins it with a rageful GMOTW. The Boys in the Band serves some quality Edugaytion–for more info visit mattbomersabs.com. In the journal Mike interviews for about 100 awful jobs and, surprise surprise, hates them all. Cam wonders if Mike is regretting his &quot;leap of faith.&quot;</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 70 | Hocus POTUS</title><itunes:title>ep. 70 | Hocus POTUS</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Fall is here! Or, as the boys refer to it: Bette Midler season! The boys are thrilled at the changing temps and changing leaves, but even more thrilled to VOTE. The journal reminds us of simpler times when Cam yearned to be a conservative, and Mike just wanted to get drunk and get tested. Mike walks the fine line between lovable diva and pretentious drama queen, and Cam weighs the merits of a grown up twink. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Fall is here! Or, as the boys refer to it: Bette Midler season! The boys are thrilled at the changing temps and changing leaves, but even more thrilled to VOTE. The journal reminds us of simpler times when Cam yearned to be a conservative, and Mike just wanted to get drunk and get tested. Mike walks the fine line between lovable diva and pretentious drama queen, and Cam weighs the merits of a grown up twink. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-70-hocus-potus]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c9aa5135-a39a-4a4b-b9bb-7860481898ed</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/0f9e7813-115e-459a-8ebd-586948763586/mbfj-ep70.mp3" length="61970724" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>51:38</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>70</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Fall is here! Or, as the boys refer to it: Bette Midler season! The boys are thrilled at the changing temps and changing leaves, but even more thrilled to VOTE. The journal reminds us of simpler times when Cam yearned to be a conservative, and Mike just wanted to get drunk and get tested. Mike walks the fine line between lovable diva and pretentious drama queen, and Cam weighs the merits of a grown up twink.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 69 | Sixty-nine</title><itunes:title>ep. 69 | Sixty-nine</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>It's episode 69 and the boys couldn't avoid the titular topic. The conversation goes pretty much exactly how you'd expect–you've been warned Mike's Mom. Topics of conversation also include: common words that are difficult for old people to say, the perils of self-inflicted toxic masculinity, and dearly loved (but poorly behaved) dogs.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It's episode 69 and the boys couldn't avoid the titular topic. The conversation goes pretty much exactly how you'd expect–you've been warned Mike's Mom. Topics of conversation also include: common words that are difficult for old people to say, the perils of self-inflicted toxic masculinity, and dearly loved (but poorly behaved) dogs.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-69-sixty-nine]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c73af1e3-1c00-4dd5-bc52-cf00cd118e69</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/6447d6f6-859e-4f28-a0d6-c6495be9a506/mbfj-ep69.mp3" length="53119393" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>44:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>69</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>It&apos;s episode 69 and the boys couldn&apos;t avoid the titular topic. The conversation goes pretty much exactly how you&apos;d expect–you&apos;ve been warned Mike&apos;s Mom. Topics of conversation also include: common words that are difficult for old people to say, the perils of self-inflicted toxic masculinity, and dearly loved (but poorly behaved) dogs.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 68 | Lesbian Rat Porn</title><itunes:title>ep. 68 | Lesbian Rat Porn</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week Cam is startled by signs of aging and Mike may have just found his soulmate. In the journal Mike is enjoying some solo play at Tokyo Disney and Cam is less than thrilled with the image. The boys remember where they were when gay marriage became legal in the US and Mike finds himself totally f*cked somewhere in rural Japan. Grab a smoke and a pancake (a bong and a blintz?) and enjoy the show!</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week Cam is startled by signs of aging and Mike may have just found his soulmate. In the journal Mike is enjoying some solo play at Tokyo Disney and Cam is less than thrilled with the image. The boys remember where they were when gay marriage became legal in the US and Mike finds himself totally f*cked somewhere in rural Japan. Grab a smoke and a pancake (a bong and a blintz?) and enjoy the show!</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-68-lesbian-rat-porn]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">33e66c22-1520-4fe5-a4ae-bc1f65cca5fd</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/3a59cdc5-2ed1-47c1-9ab5-2e6b671916d1/mbfj-ep68.mp3" length="53996063" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>45:00</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>68</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week Cam is startled by signs of aging and Mike may have just found his soulmate. In the journal Mike is enjoying some solo play at Tokyo Disney and Cam is less than thrilled with the image. 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In the journal Mike is stumbling around Japan with all the grace we expect from him and Cam is working hard just to read the receipts.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-67-arigatou-senor-snape]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">61ade185-fd04-4953-9b9f-3b23daae49d3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/137f85b5-9f3a-434c-91ab-906821cb3708/mbfj-ep67.mp3" length="57872634" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>48:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>67</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week Mike marched his gay, progressive ass into his conservative family reunion and lived to tell the tale. Cam has been busy unpacking and narrowly avoided a familial scandal. In the journal Mike is stumbling around Japan with all the grace we expect from him and Cam is working hard just to read the receipts.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 66 | Remarkable, Hard and Impressive</title><itunes:title>ep. 66 | Remarkable, Hard and Impressive</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The state of the world ain't great, but the boys are remaining optimistic. Honestly, what other choice do they have? Cam is back from a family reunion and Mike mentally prepares for his. In the journal Mike lands in Japan and the boys make some wonderful, strange, and confusing observations about the Far East.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The state of the world ain't great, but the boys are remaining optimistic. Honestly, what other choice do they have? Cam is back from a family reunion and Mike mentally prepares for his. In the journal Mike lands in Japan and the boys make some wonderful, strange, and confusing observations about the Far East.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-66-remarkable-hard-and-impressive]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">034fcded-8a5d-4a87-b164-43285f58994a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/4bd6a54e-cad2-43c4-9b43-9807c032d36e/mbfj-ep66.mp3" length="66157108" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>55:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>66</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>The state of the world ain&apos;t great, but the boys are remaining optimistic. Honestly, what other choice do they have? Cam is back from a family reunion and Mike mentally prepares for his. In the journal Mike lands in Japan and the boys make some wonderful, strange, and confusing observations about the Far East.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 65 | Carpet Hockey</title><itunes:title>ep. 65 | Carpet Hockey</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week the boys nearly end it all when Cam simply cannot stand for a glaring gap in Mike's gay knowledge. The boys chat about an overlooked risk of oral sex, whether or not everything happens for a reason, and offer some edugaytion on cruising. Cam has some big news to share, and Mike continues to behave badly in bathrooms.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week the boys nearly end it all when Cam simply cannot stand for a glaring gap in Mike's gay knowledge. The boys chat about an overlooked risk of oral sex, whether or not everything happens for a reason, and offer some edugaytion on cruising. Cam has some big news to share, and Mike continues to behave badly in bathrooms.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-65-carpet-hockey]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">fcde55d3-4931-4522-a23f-b1454fe14e2e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/0acb3bb5-e301-43cf-9005-1bb12c667c61/mbfj-ep65.mp3" length="68731736" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>57:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>65</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week the boys nearly end it all when Cam simply cannot stand for a glaring gap in Mike&apos;s gay knowledge. The boys chat about an overlooked risk of oral sex, whether or not everything happens for a reason, and offer some edugaytion on cruising. Cam has some big news to share, and Mike continues to behave badly in bathrooms.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 64 | Spam-a-Little</title><itunes:title>ep. 64 | Spam-a-Little</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This one's for the kids! (JK this week is super NSFW per usual. Please wear headphones while listening around impressionable youth or the overly pious.) Cam designed gay merch for gay babies and Mike makes a living performing for his arch nemeses: school children. Other topics include interior design by moms, The Secret, the good part of jealousy, and the indignities of a world without public restrooms. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This one's for the kids! (JK this week is super NSFW per usual. Please wear headphones while listening around impressionable youth or the overly pious.) Cam designed gay merch for gay babies and Mike makes a living performing for his arch nemeses: school children. Other topics include interior design by moms, The Secret, the good part of jealousy, and the indignities of a world without public restrooms. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-64-spam-a-little]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">89ecd7cb-148f-4d60-8b5e-be8f941c9cee</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/3e313bf0-cbfb-48af-89de-a80599db5037/mbfj-ep64-master.mp3" length="60049679" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>50:02</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>64</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This one&apos;s for the kids! (JK this week is super NSFW per usual. Please wear headphones while listening around impressionable youth or the overly pious.) Cam designed gay merch for gay babies and Mike makes a living performing for his arch nemeses: school children. Other topics include interior design by moms, The Secret, the good part of jealousy, and the indignities of a world without public restrooms.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 63 | Nice is Different than Good</title><itunes:title>ep. 63 | Nice is Different than Good</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What do pre-ejaculatory fluid and family reunions have in common? They can both get a little sticky. This week some old traumas from Cam's über-religious upbringing rear their ugly heads and Mike *finally* started watching The Golden Girls. In the journal Mike's veganism is challenged... by Mike, as he learns to navigate life on land once more.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What do pre-ejaculatory fluid and family reunions have in common? They can both get a little sticky. This week some old traumas from Cam's über-religious upbringing rear their ugly heads and Mike *finally* started watching The Golden Girls. In the journal Mike's veganism is challenged... by Mike, as he learns to navigate life on land once more.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-63-nice-is-different-than-good]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">78335e6e-f94f-47a3-a8e9-6a8bd88576b0</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/71ff7f38-aca4-4bdb-88b2-ee3d4105fab7/mbfj-ep63.mp3" length="58926414" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>49:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>63</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>What do pre-ejaculatory fluid and family reunions have in common? They can both get a little sticky. This week some old traumas from Cam&apos;s über-religious upbringing rear their ugly heads and Mike *finally* started watching The Golden Girls. In the journal Mike&apos;s veganism is challenged... by Mike, as he learns to navigate life on land once more.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 62 | Crack a Fatty Daddy</title><itunes:title>ep. 62 | Crack a Fatty Daddy</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week Mike embarrasses himself as a part of a virtual audience, and Cam reads up on hetero sex lingo. In the journal, Mike wakes up to police officers in his room and his dad's facade begins to crack. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week Mike embarrasses himself as a part of a virtual audience, and Cam reads up on hetero sex lingo. In the journal, Mike wakes up to police officers in his room and his dad's facade begins to crack. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-62-crack-a-fatty-daddy]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6d681d07-1931-4113-bf4e-233643552b6a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/19849e58-7bc3-48f9-88c4-27b141c0193b/mbfj-ep62-master.mp3" length="64494152" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>53:45</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>62</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week Mike embarrasses himself as a part of a virtual audience, and Cam reads up on hetero sex lingo. In the journal, Mike wakes up to police officers in his room and his dad&apos;s facade begins to crack.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 61 | Tushy Talk</title><itunes:title>ep. 61 | Tushy Talk</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week the boys wrap up another chapter of the journal; Mike finishes his cruise contract and tries (but fails) to make a smooth exit. A new hookup, an odd Grindr request, and a shocking revelation from Cam all add up to more tushy talk than one episode should probably contain.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week the boys wrap up another chapter of the journal; Mike finishes his cruise contract and tries (but fails) to make a smooth exit. A new hookup, an odd Grindr request, and a shocking revelation from Cam all add up to more tushy talk than one episode should probably contain.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-61-tushy-talk]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">fea28473-0686-4fd2-a927-780896a6cce0</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/b33a4401-0591-4dc9-821f-98bb35c5389b/mbfj-ep61.mp3" length="57399818" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>47:50</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>61</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week the boys wrap up another chapter of the journal; Mike finishes his cruise contract and tries (but fails) to make a smooth exit. A new hookup, an odd Grindr request, and a shocking revelation from Cam all add up to more tushy talk than one episode should probably contain.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 60 | A Fungus Among Us</title><itunes:title>ep. 60 | A Fungus Among Us</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Cam finished moving Mike in and with hours left before his flight, they recorded this episode. To celebrate the end of their road trip, they took, well, a trip. In the journal Mike is itching to move on to the next big thing, but finds a random man to help pass the time. Cam shares some advice for nude sunbathers and Mike shares some advice for making a sting ray come. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cam finished moving Mike in and with hours left before his flight, they recorded this episode. To celebrate the end of their road trip, they took, well, a trip. In the journal Mike is itching to move on to the next big thing, but finds a random man to help pass the time. Cam shares some advice for nude sunbathers and Mike shares some advice for making a sting ray come. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-60-a-fungus-among-us]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ebd2190d-71f0-4e5b-82f9-129497f9b5af</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/9c30154a-5d50-4f44-b980-7ed9a23781eb/mbfj60.mp3" length="61327067" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>51:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>60</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Cam finished moving Mike in and with hours left before his flight, they recorded this episode. To celebrate the end of their road trip, they took, well, a trip. In the journal Mike is itching to move on to the next big thing, but finds a random man to help pass the time. Cam shares some advice for nude sunbathers and Mike shares some advice for making a sting ray come.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 59 | On the Road</title><itunes:title>ep. 59 | On the Road</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Buckle up because this week the boys are heading East, hitting the open road with mics in hand. Listen along as they record from the car, providing dispatches from California to Maryland and every state in between. From harrowing highways and horrifying hotels, to Daisy Dukes and discreet douches, this was an adventure for the (gay) history books. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Buckle up because this week the boys are heading East, hitting the open road with mics in hand. Listen along as they record from the car, providing dispatches from California to Maryland and every state in between. From harrowing highways and horrifying hotels, to Daisy Dukes and discreet douches, this was an adventure for the (gay) history books. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-59-on-the-road]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b7ae222d-b427-4d85-b6a5-b8f2ae9d9375</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/9fa64002-6f2a-4379-ab06-600e36842214/mbfj-ep59.mp3" length="66413630" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>55:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>59</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Buckle up because this week the boys are heading East, hitting the open road with mics in hand. 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Go to <a href="http://www.podcastawards.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.podcastawards.com</a> to nominate us in the People's Choice and LGBTQ Categories.&nbsp;</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>School is in SESSION, honey. This week the boys welcome two very special - very straight - guests to the studio and get to the bottom (ahem) of some common gay concepts. Mike invents a new game, things get So Emotional, and the group discusses bringing up gaybies in an ideal world.</p><p>*My Best Friend's journal is in consideration for the 15th annual Podcast Awards. Go to <a href="http://www.podcastawards.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.podcastawards.com</a> to nominate us in the People's Choice and LGBTQ Categories.&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-58-edugaytion-101]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">03d7244c-9705-44eb-8374-c037bad2cd09</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/f89549d5-379f-4613-9307-b3334e6478a9/mbfj-ep58.mp3" length="65403736" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>54:30</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>58</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>School is in SESSION, honey. This week the boys welcome two very special - very straight - guests to the studio and get to the bottom (ahem) of some common gay concepts. Mike invents a new game, things get So Emotional, and the group discusses bringing up gaybies in an ideal world.

*My Best Friend&apos;s journal is in consideration for the 15th annual Podcast Awards. Go to www.podcastawards.com to nominate us in the People&apos;s Choice and LGBTQ Categories.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 57 | Back to Basements</title><itunes:title>ep. 57 | Back to Basements</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week the boys both bottom for Uncle Sam and there's NO LUBE IN SIGHT. Mike comes a little too close to having his first watersports experience and Cam shares his own moist memories. Both boys manage to avoid jury duty and Mike get's a little edugayTion.</p><p>*My Best Friend's journal is in consideration for the 15th annual Podcast Awards. Go to <a href="http://www.podcastawards.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.podcastawards.com</a> to nominate us in the People's Choice and LGBTQ Categories.&nbsp;</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week the boys both bottom for Uncle Sam and there's NO LUBE IN SIGHT. Mike comes a little too close to having his first watersports experience and Cam shares his own moist memories. Both boys manage to avoid jury duty and Mike get's a little edugayTion.</p><p>*My Best Friend's journal is in consideration for the 15th annual Podcast Awards. Go to <a href="http://www.podcastawards.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.podcastawards.com</a> to nominate us in the People's Choice and LGBTQ Categories.&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-57-back-to-basements]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3e8977be-03cb-4271-8eb9-fd1562f7aa22</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/8d0df435-fc91-43bb-a9f4-495655acc114/mbfj-ep57.mp3" length="66687393" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>55:34</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>57</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week the boys both bottom for Uncle Sam and there&apos;s NO LUBE IN SIGHT. Mike comes a little too close to having his first watersports experience and Cam shares his own moist memories. Both boys manage to avoid jury duty and Mike get&apos;s a little edugayTion.



*My Best Friend&apos;s journal is in consideration for the 15th annual Podcast Awards. Go to www.podcastawards.com to nominate us in the People&apos;s Choice and LGBTQ Categories.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 56 | Hello Mr. Schwarzenegger</title><itunes:title>ep. 56 | Hello Mr. Schwarzenegger</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Cam took a road-trip to the Midwest and things got messy. When the confederacy is invoked the boys come up with an idea for a fresh new monument. Some questions arise about family porn (you read that right) and bathhouses. Stick around for tips from Mike on how to talk to your best girlfriend's straight dad.</p><p>*My Best Friend's journal is in consideration for the 15th annual Podcast Awards. Go to <a href="www.podcastawards.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.podcastawards.com</a> to nominate us in the People's Choice and LGBTQ Categories. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cam took a road-trip to the Midwest and things got messy. When the confederacy is invoked the boys come up with an idea for a fresh new monument. Some questions arise about family porn (you read that right) and bathhouses. Stick around for tips from Mike on how to talk to your best girlfriend's straight dad.</p><p>*My Best Friend's journal is in consideration for the 15th annual Podcast Awards. Go to <a href="www.podcastawards.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.podcastawards.com</a> to nominate us in the People's Choice and LGBTQ Categories. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-56-hello-mr-schwarzenegger]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5d6cdd07-2e00-482d-8e0e-ef158d571e7f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/5a1cc2c1-42c9-4252-94ca-cada694758b1/mbfj-ep56preroll.mp3" length="60033483" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>50:01</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>56</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Cam took a road-trip to the Midwest and things got messy. When the confederacy is invoked the boys come up with an idea for a fresh new monument. Some questions arise about family porn (you read that right) and bathhouses. Stick around for tips from Mike on how to talk to your best girlfriend&apos;s straight dad.



*My Best Friend&apos;s journal is in consideration for the 15th annual Podcast Awards. Go to www.podcastawards.com to nominate us in the People&apos;s Choice and LGBTQ Categories.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 55 | Camy and Michele&apos;s High School Reunion</title><itunes:title>ep. 55 | Camy and Michele&apos;s High School Reunion</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week the boys are talking about drugs (hell yeah. rock on.) and take it from us: dealing with colon health and low-level persistent anxiety has never sounded cooler. Mike goes shopping for sex toys, Cam refuses to entertain the notion of a high school reunion, and together they embark on a truly inexplicable musical journey. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week the boys are talking about drugs (hell yeah. rock on.) and take it from us: dealing with colon health and low-level persistent anxiety has never sounded cooler. Mike goes shopping for sex toys, Cam refuses to entertain the notion of a high school reunion, and together they embark on a truly inexplicable musical journey. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-55-camy-and-micheles-high-school-reunion]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c0f126b5-0077-4faa-be85-9b1c7e5654f0</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/8e854bc3-4af1-4804-b9e7-064c3a826c87/mbfj-ep55.mp3" length="61370953" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>51:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>55</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week the boys are talking about drugs (hell yeah. rock on.) and take it from us: dealing with colon health and low-level persistent anxiety has never sounded cooler. Mike goes shopping for sex toys, Cam refuses to entertain the notion of a high school reunion, and together they embark on a truly inexplicable musical journey.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 54 | Glory, Glory Hole-elujah</title><itunes:title>ep. 54 | Glory, Glory Hole-elujah</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What's gayer than gesticulating with iced coffee? 'ell if I know. This week the boys are riding the high of (limited) social interaction. They reminisce about the horrors of high school locker rooms, Mike has an epiphany about his views on dating, and Cam re-defines a common gay term for the sake of Mike's sweet mom. #suckatorium</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What's gayer than gesticulating with iced coffee? 'ell if I know. This week the boys are riding the high of (limited) social interaction. They reminisce about the horrors of high school locker rooms, Mike has an epiphany about his views on dating, and Cam re-defines a common gay term for the sake of Mike's sweet mom. #suckatorium</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-54-glory-glory-hole-elujah]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e78e1a2c-ac8d-4674-b9e8-cb19c1c00955</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/7632bf9b-ca58-46cb-b731-f182758e507b/mbfj-ep54.mp3" length="48362495" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>40:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>54</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>What&apos;s gayer than gesticulating with iced coffee? &apos;ell if I know. This week the boys are riding the high of (limited) social interaction. They reminisce about the horrors of high school locker rooms, Mike has an epiphany about his views on dating, and Cam re-defines a common gay term for the sake of Mike&apos;s sweet mom. #suckatorium</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 53 | Joyful Fruit</title><itunes:title>ep. 53 | Joyful Fruit</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week the boys are PROUD to share some good news and Mike is delighted to learn about a notoriously homophobic senator's *alleged* gay sexcapades. With exciting announcements to share and a fabulous message from a surprise guest, this episode is more fun than SpongeBob in a bathhouse.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week the boys are PROUD to share some good news and Mike is delighted to learn about a notoriously homophobic senator's *alleged* gay sexcapades. With exciting announcements to share and a fabulous message from a surprise guest, this episode is more fun than SpongeBob in a bathhouse.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-53-joyful-fruit]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5ed2af67-6db7-442a-9db5-31bf1061aa3b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/58b1beb2-34ca-480c-9a2e-7552a37f60d2/mbfj-ep53final.mp3" length="61359459" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>51:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>53</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week the boys are PROUD to share some good news and Mike is delighted to learn about a notoriously homophobic senator&apos;s *alleged* gay sexcapades. With exciting announcements to share and a fabulous message from a surprise guest, this episode is more fun than SpongeBob in a bathhouse.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 52 | Mouthy</title><itunes:title>ep. 52 | Mouthy</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week Mike learned how to phone bank and Cam had a tough conversation. The boys debate how to best handle difficult family members and the pros and cons of dentures. Cam watched Dan Savage's HUMP! Film Festival and now he can't sleep at night.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week Mike learned how to phone bank and Cam had a tough conversation. The boys debate how to best handle difficult family members and the pros and cons of dentures. Cam watched Dan Savage's HUMP! Film Festival and now he can't sleep at night.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-52-mouthy]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3a539125-3917-4b3d-b368-e1fc72a9c376</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/a52a73d0-5de7-4ede-9c19-b337feceacc1/mbfj-ep52.mp3" length="58232079" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>48:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>52</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week Mike learned how to phone bank and Cam had a tough conversation. The boys debate how to best handle difficult family members and the pros and cons of dentures. Cam watched Dan Savage&apos;s HUMP! Film Festival and now he can&apos;t sleep at night.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 51 | Setting Sail on the Complicit-Sea</title><itunes:title>ep. 51 | Setting Sail on the Complicit-Sea</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The boys devote this week's episode to a conversation on racism. They unpack their white privilege, reflect on some education from black leaders, and offer calls to action.  </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The boys devote this week's episode to a conversation on racism. They unpack their white privilege, reflect on some education from black leaders, and offer calls to action.  </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-51-setting-sail-on-the-complicit-sea]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">440f6a61-3dee-4c58-9398-35cf978cd837</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/d8f0aca5-dc69-450e-90fe-2bc2b18d5b16/mbfj-ep51a.mp3" length="46838512" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>39:02</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>51</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>The boys devote this week&apos;s episode to a conversation on racism. They unpack their white privilege, reflect on some education from black leaders, and offer calls to action.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 50 | Golden (Shower) Anniversary</title><itunes:title>ep. 50 | Golden (Shower) Anniversary</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>It's episode 50 and the boys reached out to the listeners to help celebrate the occasion! This week they take a break from the journal and share some of their favorite submissions. Hide your douche, feed your snake, masturbate yourself into a drunken stupor, and enjoy this week's MBFJ.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It's episode 50 and the boys reached out to the listeners to help celebrate the occasion! This week they take a break from the journal and share some of their favorite submissions. Hide your douche, feed your snake, masturbate yourself into a drunken stupor, and enjoy this week's MBFJ.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-50-golden-shower-anniversary]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">04c08329-e985-4e0a-b293-a88f8c6cfdce</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/df095586-5182-479b-a79e-31e5335b4de2/mbfj-ep50.mp3" length="63238185" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>52:42</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>50</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>It&apos;s episode 50 and the boys reached out to the listeners to help celebrate the occasion! This week they take a break from the journal and share some of their favorite submissions. Hide your douche, feed your snake, masturbate yourself into a drunken stupor, and enjoy this week&apos;s MBFJ.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 49 | The Hole Notion</title><itunes:title>ep. 49 | The Hole Notion</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Alternative titles for this week's episode included "Barrier to Entry" and "The Uncharted Territory of the Average Straight Man's Butthole." So yeah, things are business as usual around here. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Alternative titles for this week's episode included "Barrier to Entry" and "The Uncharted Territory of the Average Straight Man's Butthole." So yeah, things are business as usual around here. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-49-the-hole-notion]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1bb7cf32-6c85-4505-be1a-03e49960b215</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/98980d43-fb8e-4f81-97f0-18976517602b/mbfj-ep49-master.mp3" length="62649385" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>52:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>49</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Alternative titles for this week&apos;s episode included &quot;Barrier to Entry&quot; and &quot;The Uncharted Territory of the Average Straight Man&apos;s Butthole.&quot; So yeah, things are business as usual around here.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 48 | Airy-Fairy Hairy Fairy</title><itunes:title>ep. 48 | Airy-Fairy Hairy Fairy</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Grab your lucky rabbit's foot because this week Mike is feeling superstitious (but Cam won't have it). The boys remember the deathtraps they drove in high school, drool over a Hollywood up-and-cummer, and Cam encourages Mike to be more literate. In the journal Mike visits South America as his feelings for Spider-Man grow a little less... rigid. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Grab your lucky rabbit's foot because this week Mike is feeling superstitious (but Cam won't have it). The boys remember the deathtraps they drove in high school, drool over a Hollywood up-and-cummer, and Cam encourages Mike to be more literate. In the journal Mike visits South America as his feelings for Spider-Man grow a little less... rigid. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-48-airy-fairy-hairy-fairy]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5094faf1-3d9b-450f-87df-517196f756d9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/08906da9-da3a-458b-9f3a-a0f232b55457/mbfj-ep48.mp3" length="67503981" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>56:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>48</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Grab your lucky rabbit&apos;s foot because this week Mike is feeling superstitious (but Cam won&apos;t have it). The boys remember the deathtraps they drove in high school, drool over a Hollywood up-and-cummer, and Cam encourages Mike to be more literate. In the journal Mike visits South America as his feelings for Spider-Man grow a little less... rigid.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 47 | Toyz for Totz</title><itunes:title>ep. 47 | Toyz for Totz</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week Cam reminisces about the censorship of his childhood home, while Mike realizes that 90s MTV turned him gay. In the journal Mike is annoyed about a lot of things, and has a hard time sending a clear message to Spider-Man (and that's not the only "hard time," if you catch the drift). Come for the content recommendations, stay for the world's worst Julia Child impression. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week Cam reminisces about the censorship of his childhood home, while Mike realizes that 90s MTV turned him gay. In the journal Mike is annoyed about a lot of things, and has a hard time sending a clear message to Spider-Man (and that's not the only "hard time," if you catch the drift). Come for the content recommendations, stay for the world's worst Julia Child impression. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-47-toyz-for-totz]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">19692053-a841-492f-87cb-011060257a74</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/7287069f-ceb7-4976-81a2-7048df1f2ad9/mbfj-ep47.mp3" length="69077075" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>57:34</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>47</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week Cam reminisces about the censorship of his childhood home, while Mike realizes that 90s MTV turned him gay. In the journal Mike is annoyed about a lot of things, and has a hard time sending a clear message to Spider-Man (and that&apos;s not the only &quot;hard time,&quot; if you catch the drift). Come for the content recommendations, stay for the world&apos;s worst Julia Child impression.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 46 | In Charge and In Spandex</title><itunes:title>ep. 46 | In Charge and In Spandex</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Skinny dipping. Dorm room sex. Dodging the police. This week the boys wax nostalgic while discussing a variety of youthful misadventures. In the journal Mike visits some Canadian cities that neither of the boys can pronounce and things begin to progress with Spider-Man as we discover the origins of his noms de guerre. Damn, that sounded SMART AS HELL. Now get to listening.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Skinny dipping. Dorm room sex. Dodging the police. This week the boys wax nostalgic while discussing a variety of youthful misadventures. In the journal Mike visits some Canadian cities that neither of the boys can pronounce and things begin to progress with Spider-Man as we discover the origins of his noms de guerre. Damn, that sounded SMART AS HELL. Now get to listening.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-46-in-charge-and-in-spandex]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d1db436c-131b-4f94-86fa-b443153b2a30</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/50e889f9-8f0e-4fab-b5e1-4e8f5062e021/mbfj-ep46.mp3" length="62745516" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>52:17</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>46</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Skinny dipping. Dorm room sex. Dodging the police. This week the boys wax nostalgic while discussing a variety of youthful misadventures. 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The boys bond over their love for Schitt's Creek and Mike recalls an encounter with one of the cast members (of Sunrise Bay fame). In the journal Mike embarks on his second cruise-ship where an old crush fizzles but a new one sizzles. Anchors aweigh!</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-45-butter-on-a-poptart]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b6e4d1e1-4906-40ba-a53b-d1538547ea3f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/d6687504-a9fa-43cb-b9ad-620386ef2f85/mbfj-ep45.mp3" length="64916291" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>54:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>45</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week Cam can&apos;t stop uprooting his life and Mike can&apos;t stop posing for the camera. The boys bond over their love for Schitt&apos;s Creek and Mike recalls an encounter with one of the cast members (of Sunrise Bay fame). In the journal Mike embarks on his second cruise-ship where an old crush fizzles but a new one sizzles. Anchors aweigh!</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 44 | Real-Skin Feel</title><itunes:title>ep. 44 | Real-Skin Feel</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>As quarantine continues, the boys are keeping themselves entertained; Cam keeps it butch in the desert, and Mike finds joy in an unexpected new relationship. Topics of conversation include cock-blocks, sitcoms, horror flicks and a touch of Drag Race. In the journal Mike learns how not to flirt.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As quarantine continues, the boys are keeping themselves entertained; Cam keeps it butch in the desert, and Mike finds joy in an unexpected new relationship. Topics of conversation include cock-blocks, sitcoms, horror flicks and a touch of Drag Race. In the journal Mike learns how not to flirt.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-44-real-skin-feel]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">15a952b7-fe0f-4d6a-bfb7-1639f90411a3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/ede62ec5-845d-4faf-b6e2-5f38c03fa5aa/mbfj-ep44.mp3" length="68538952" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>57:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>44</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>As quarantine continues, the boys are keeping themselves entertained; Cam keeps it butch in the desert, and Mike finds joy in an unexpected new relationship. Topics of conversation include cock-blocks, sitcoms, horror flicks and a touch of Drag Race. In the journal Mike learns how not to flirt.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 43 | A Cacophony of Wrong</title><itunes:title>ep. 43 | A Cacophony of Wrong</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The boys are back in (two different) town(s)! This week Cam and Mike make a commitment to furthering their eduGAYtion and bring a brand new segment to life. Cam's formative years come back to haunt him and Mike struggles to understand farm life. Cam appreciates a gay icon and in the journal Mike works (a little) and is exhausted by it.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The boys are back in (two different) town(s)! This week Cam and Mike make a commitment to furthering their eduGAYtion and bring a brand new segment to life. Cam's formative years come back to haunt him and Mike struggles to understand farm life. Cam appreciates a gay icon and in the journal Mike works (a little) and is exhausted by it.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-43-a-cacophony-of-wrong]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">93151741-0cba-4f55-898e-a02565dc046f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/a06f4541-9b40-4d1a-9adc-6b10b561f5ac/mbfj-ep43.mp3" length="60390316" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>50:19</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>43</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>The boys are back in (two different) town(s)! This week Cam and Mike make a commitment to furthering their eduGAYtion and bring a brand new segment to life. 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Cam meets Frodo at the vet and Rob Lowe hits on Mike... kinda. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-42-unattractive-butt-stuff]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">43450c33-5e12-4394-80e0-c22b9bd5d8f6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/fdcd292d-0186-4fa2-8039-a7c8ef3417b1/mbfj-ep42.mp3" length="59456699" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>49:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>42</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week the boys take some time to share a few beautiful moments of humanity, but don&apos;t worry: Mike ruins it with a filthy Gayest Moment of the Week. 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After the boys debrief on the quickly-changing state of the world, they pivot to some much needed frivolity with a variety of Would You Rathers and crushing on boy bands. Next week's episode will return to the usual journal format.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-41-the-world-turned-upside-down]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">bea01c11-00bd-4db3-9062-379744fba29d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/de73c507-7ddd-4e74-b038-af46178b387c/mbfj-ep41.mp3" length="64234495" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>53:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>41</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week&apos;s episode is a little different because, well, life is a little different at the mo&apos;. Mike is uncharacteristically optimistic, and Cam finds comfort in an unusual place. After the boys debrief on the quickly-changing state of the world, they pivot to some much needed frivolity with a variety of Would You Rathers and crushing on boy bands. Next week&apos;s episode will return to the usual journal format.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal Trailer</title><itunes:title>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal Trailer</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Two gays. One journal. No holds barred. New episodes every Thursday!</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Two gays. One journal. No holds barred. New episodes every Thursday!</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/my-best-friends-journal-trailer]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">71a11ea2-8714-4139-b6c8-46246e9456d5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2020 20:19:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/37940316-b8d9-429e-b063-e93db89b44b6/mbfj-trailer.mp3" length="1632047" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:21</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>trailer</itunes:episodeType><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 40 | Feptember Sifth</title><itunes:title>ep. 40 | Feptember Sifth</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>*DISCLAIMER: This episode was recorded on March 9, 2020, before COVID-19 was declared a national emergency in the States, so forgive us if this one sounds like it was recorded a lifetime ago. It was.*</p><p>This week the boys are again outraged by "young people" and their lack of 90's pop knowledge. Macy Gray tries but she stumbles, and a drag queen has to save the day. Mike and Cam discuss d*ck pics (per usual) and female condoms, and in the journal a new cast of characters begins to emerge.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>*DISCLAIMER: This episode was recorded on March 9, 2020, before COVID-19 was declared a national emergency in the States, so forgive us if this one sounds like it was recorded a lifetime ago. It was.*</p><p>This week the boys are again outraged by "young people" and their lack of 90's pop knowledge. Macy Gray tries but she stumbles, and a drag queen has to save the day. Mike and Cam discuss d*ck pics (per usual) and female condoms, and in the journal a new cast of characters begins to emerge.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-40-feptember-sifth]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ec50ebd3-dd5a-4b38-b60c-e6f5e543abcd</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/dd7b932d-2c65-44df-978a-cfa864976465/mbfj-ep40.mp3" length="72002267" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:00:00</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>40</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>*DISCLAIMER: This episode was recorded on March 9, 2020, before COVID-19 was declared a national emergency in the States, so forgive us if this one sounds like it was recorded a lifetime ago. It was.*

This week the boys are again outraged by &quot;young people&quot; and their lack of 90&apos;s pop knowledge. Macy Gray tries but she stumbles, and a drag queen has to save the day. Mike and Cam discuss d*ck pics (per usual) and female condoms, and in the journal a new cast of characters begins to emerge.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 39 | A Menagerie of Fagerie</title><itunes:title>ep. 39 | A Menagerie of Fagerie</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week Cam's back to playing dress up and Mike makes a half-hazard [sic] attempt at the English language. Mike reminisces about childhood hip-hop themes and impresses Cam with his podcast rap debut. The boys go on a tear about racist relatives and the sponge-like brains of kids. Grab your life vest because Mike's going on another cruise (in the journal, that is).</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week Cam's back to playing dress up and Mike makes a half-hazard [sic] attempt at the English language. Mike reminisces about childhood hip-hop themes and impresses Cam with his podcast rap debut. The boys go on a tear about racist relatives and the sponge-like brains of kids. Grab your life vest because Mike's going on another cruise (in the journal, that is).</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-39-a-menagerie-of-fagerie]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">dad5f801-0ba5-45dc-9718-4383d3cf4339</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/b9091826-94bc-4620-82c5-c98cf37aefff/mbfj-ep39.mp3" length="72120863" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:00:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>39</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week Cam&apos;s back to playing dress up and Mike makes a half-hazard [sic] attempt at the English language. Mike reminisces about childhood hip-hop themes and impresses Cam with his podcast rap debut. The boys go on a tear about racist relatives and the sponge-like brains of kids. Grab your life vest because Mike&apos;s going on another cruise (in the journal, that is).</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 38 | Fine Chafes and Cuts</title><itunes:title>ep. 38 | Fine Chafes and Cuts</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week Mike shocks Cam with a bare face, and Cam shocks his husband with a chafed inner thigh. The boys share a good laugh over some wicked-gay fan mail from a gaybie. Cam unlearns some bad advice from a fitness "guru," and Mike has some road rage. In the journal Mike is prepping for his next big move.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week Mike shocks Cam with a bare face, and Cam shocks his husband with a chafed inner thigh. The boys share a good laugh over some wicked-gay fan mail from a gaybie. Cam unlearns some bad advice from a fitness "guru," and Mike has some road rage. In the journal Mike is prepping for his next big move.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-38-fine-chafes-and-cuts]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">fffbdddd-6d6c-4d71-887d-a7a30d32afe7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/48e06eeb-b0f7-460c-86d7-36b67f36d9a5/mbfj-ep38.mp3" length="71179932" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>59:19</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>38</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week Mike shocks Cam with a bare face, and Cam shocks his husband with a chafed inner thigh. The boys share a good laugh over some wicked-gay fan mail from a gaybie. Cam unlearns some bad advice from a fitness &quot;guru,&quot; and Mike has some road rage. In the journal Mike is prepping for his next big move.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 37 | Growing Up Gay</title><itunes:title>ep. 37 | Growing Up Gay</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>"Queer people don't grow up as ourselves, we grow up playing a version of ourselves that sacrifices authenticity to minimize humiliation and prejudice." Alexander Leon hit the nail on the head with this quote and the boys discuss it at the top of the show. Things quickly get back on brand when the boys help define a couple of choice phrases. In the journal Mike enjoys some QT with the family while on a brief break between contracts.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>"Queer people don't grow up as ourselves, we grow up playing a version of ourselves that sacrifices authenticity to minimize humiliation and prejudice." Alexander Leon hit the nail on the head with this quote and the boys discuss it at the top of the show. Things quickly get back on brand when the boys help define a couple of choice phrases. In the journal Mike enjoys some QT with the family while on a brief break between contracts.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-37-growing-up-gay]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5212bf41-0f81-4099-ad1e-4c2f5391f3ee</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/870b034e-3c3c-4ac0-b792-7de1096edc68/mbfj-ep37.mp3" length="70541499" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>58:47</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>37</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>&quot;Queer people don&apos;t grow up as ourselves, we grow up playing a version of ourselves that sacrifices authenticity to minimize humiliation and prejudice.&quot; Alexander Leon hit the nail on the head with this quote and the boys discuss it at the top of the show. Things quickly get back on brand when the boys help define a couple of choice phrases. In the journal Mike enjoys some QT with the family while on a brief break between contracts.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 36 | A Virginity in Three Parts</title><itunes:title>ep. 36 | A Virginity in Three Parts</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Mike finally got around to watching Sex Ed and seems to have learned a thing or two. The boys discuss Snapchat Dick Friends (SDFs), OnlyFans, and the oft-overlooked benefits of the missionary position. In the journal Mike bumps into his very first fling, and the boys recount their first times.</p><p>Sorry Mike's mom, this one ain't for you.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mike finally got around to watching Sex Ed and seems to have learned a thing or two. The boys discuss Snapchat Dick Friends (SDFs), OnlyFans, and the oft-overlooked benefits of the missionary position. In the journal Mike bumps into his very first fling, and the boys recount their first times.</p><p>Sorry Mike's mom, this one ain't for you.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-36-a-virginity-in-three-parts]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8f02fceb-8644-4cd7-954a-db3aa5a10861</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/b8ef6687-d271-479e-bb92-c31f38213946/mbfj-ep36.mp3" length="63994691" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>53:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>36</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Mike finally got around to watching Sex Ed and seems to have learned a thing or two. The boys discuss Snapchat Dick Friends (SDFs), OnlyFans, and the oft-overlooked benefits of the missionary position. In the journal Mike bumps into his very first fling, and the boys recount their first times.

Sorry Mike&apos;s mom, this one ain&apos;t for you.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 35 | Lez Be Honest</title><itunes:title>ep. 35 | Lez Be Honest</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Ladies and ladies, Cam just got back from a women-who-rock music festival (or a "lesbian conference," according to Mike) and he's feeling like one of the girls. Drag queens are once again a topic du jour, as Mike dated one and Cam escorted one home from Mexico. In the journal Mike is a little too happy in his current gig. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ladies and ladies, Cam just got back from a women-who-rock music festival (or a "lesbian conference," according to Mike) and he's feeling like one of the girls. Drag queens are once again a topic du jour, as Mike dated one and Cam escorted one home from Mexico. In the journal Mike is a little too happy in his current gig. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-35-lez-be-honest]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d9592a63-2995-4c89-9413-8c4667013743</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/e8ee9bb4-bba8-419e-b2fa-9f1448d5d4c3/mbfj-ep35.mp3" length="63595540" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>53:00</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>35</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Ladies and ladies, Cam just got back from a women-who-rock music festival (or a &quot;lesbian conference,&quot; according to Mike) and he&apos;s feeling like one of the girls. Drag queens are once again a topic du jour, as Mike dated one and Cam escorted one home from Mexico. In the journal Mike is a little too happy in his current gig.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 34 | Three B Cracks</title><itunes:title>ep. 34 | Three B Cracks</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week's intro brought to you by 1993, when Power Rangers were on their way in and crimpers were on their way out. Cam breaks a promise he made to himself, and Mike refuses to come out of the closet when coaxed. A new segment is born, and the boys coin a new phrase.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week's intro brought to you by 1993, when Power Rangers were on their way in and crimpers were on their way out. Cam breaks a promise he made to himself, and Mike refuses to come out of the closet when coaxed. A new segment is born, and the boys coin a new phrase.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-34-three-b-cracks]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a09caedb-a2ff-4d71-8008-48b5393a7099</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2020 00:01:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/fb8b956b-a8df-4e4b-8ab6-6c73135437be/mbfj-ep34.mp3" length="70278185" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>58:34</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>34</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week&apos;s intro brought to you by 1993, when Power Rangers were on their way in and crimpers were on their way out. Cam breaks a promise he made to himself, and Mike refuses to come out of the closet when coaxed. A new segment is born, and the boys coin a new phrase.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 33 | The Journey Tendered</title><itunes:title>ep. 33 | The Journey Tendered</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>It's time to gird your ears again! This intro contains some particularly strong language (even for this podcast). The boys discuss the power of certain choice words and breech a new topic: poppers! In the journal Mike and Mik visit Cic in Europe and bump into a lot of familiar characters. Cam and Mike share some odd Airbnb experiences.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It's time to gird your ears again! This intro contains some particularly strong language (even for this podcast). The boys discuss the power of certain choice words and breech a new topic: poppers! In the journal Mike and Mik visit Cic in Europe and bump into a lot of familiar characters. Cam and Mike share some odd Airbnb experiences.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-34-the-journey-tendered]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b2bd939c-0b6b-49a6-8533-58da985a71ad</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2020 00:02:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/e48ebfcf-c7da-4bd6-91f7-7793b8b13039/mbfj-ep33-5.mp3" length="65821695" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>54:51</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>33</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>It&apos;s time to gird your ears again! This intro contains some particularly strong language (even for this podcast). The boys discuss the power of certain choice words and breech a new topic: poppers! In the journal Mike and Mik visit Cic in Europe and bump into a lot of familiar characters. Cam and Mike share some odd Airbnb experiences.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 32 | May the Third Be With You</title><itunes:title>ep. 32 | May the Third Be With You</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Laundry tips! Existential dread! Crop tops! Intrigued yet? This week the boys are feeling a little nostalgic as they throw it back to whacky relatives, high school prom, and making out with girls in gay bars (ew). In the journal, Mike admits to illegally dumping a mattress and Cam says "ubiquitous" about 15 times.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Laundry tips! Existential dread! Crop tops! Intrigued yet? This week the boys are feeling a little nostalgic as they throw it back to whacky relatives, high school prom, and making out with girls in gay bars (ew). In the journal, Mike admits to illegally dumping a mattress and Cam says "ubiquitous" about 15 times.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-32-may-the-third-be-with-you]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">afd99469-496a-4b15-ba82-37cfd9f918fd</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2020 03:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/ecfa31ab-55f7-4d16-a419-738b5b468c95/mbfj-ep32reload.mp3" length="69088046" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>57:34</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>32</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Laundry tips! Existential dread! Crop tops! Intrigued yet? This week the boys are feeling a little nostalgic as they throw it back to whacky relatives, high school prom, and making out with girls in gay bars (ew). In the journal, Mike admits to illegally dumping a mattress and Cam says &quot;ubiquitous&quot; about 15 times.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 31 | Bacharach, Beds, and Blumpkins</title><itunes:title>ep. 31 | Bacharach, Beds, and Blumpkins</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The boys saw Little Women and CANNOT. GET. ENOUGH. They do however, manage to turn this pure, beautiful tale into something filthy (quelle surprise). Cam gets stern with 2014-Mike who can't seem to live in the present. A new lewd act needs a name and listeners are called to action.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The boys saw Little Women and CANNOT. GET. ENOUGH. They do however, manage to turn this pure, beautiful tale into something filthy (quelle surprise). Cam gets stern with 2014-Mike who can't seem to live in the present. A new lewd act needs a name and listeners are called to action.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-31-youth-is-wasted-on-the-young]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d50d0edc-d133-43c1-8f1e-32e97e9a8947</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/72496db8-027a-49b6-a412-250927300334/mbfj-ep31final.mp3" length="60591459" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>50:29</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>31</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>The boys saw Little Women and CANNOT. GET. ENOUGH. They do however, manage to turn this pure, beautiful tale into something filthy (quelle surprise). Cam gets stern with 2014-Mike who can&apos;t seem to live in the present. A new lewd act needs a name and listeners are called to action.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 30 | Going Out on a Rim</title><itunes:title>ep. 30 | Going Out on a Rim</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>It's our dirty thirty (but we don't look a day over 21)! This week Mike's mom and sister make a brief guest appearance and Fergus has his very own Gayest Moment of the Week.  Mike gives Cam a thoughtful gift, Urban Dictionary comes to the rescue once again, and the boys disagree about a social issue (GAY GASP). Spoiler alert: it ain't that deep.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It's our dirty thirty (but we don't look a day over 21)! This week Mike's mom and sister make a brief guest appearance and Fergus has his very own Gayest Moment of the Week.  Mike gives Cam a thoughtful gift, Urban Dictionary comes to the rescue once again, and the boys disagree about a social issue (GAY GASP). Spoiler alert: it ain't that deep.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-30-going-out-on-a-rim]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c9b429ec-6402-4a99-a678-e6d4ab728ca9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/6909119d-7613-41e0-9761-e20c9a10e3bc/mbfj-ep30.mp3" length="66310185" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>55:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>30</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>It&apos;s our dirty thirty (but we don&apos;t look a day over 21)! This week Mike&apos;s mom and sister make a brief guest appearance and Fergus has his very own Gayest Moment of the Week.  Mike gives Cam a thoughtful gift, Urban Dictionary comes to the rescue once again, and the boys disagree about a social issue (GAY GASP). Spoiler alert: it ain&apos;t that deep.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 29 | PP and The Otter</title><itunes:title>ep. 29 | PP and The Otter</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>New decade, same Mike and Cam. This week the boys set (and immediately break) New Year's resolutions and enjoy the bounty of Mike's Grindr inbox. In the journal, Mike is once again feeling some sexual liberation. Cam fondly remembers the Gayest Moment of his youth.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>New decade, same Mike and Cam. This week the boys set (and immediately break) New Year's resolutions and enjoy the bounty of Mike's Grindr inbox. In the journal, Mike is once again feeling some sexual liberation. Cam fondly remembers the Gayest Moment of his youth.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-29-pp-and-the-otter]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c3b54f24-7b55-4ae9-8163-2206dbdb5804</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jan 2020 03:03:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/17629da6-84ce-4cdf-afee-a443983299a8/mbfj-ep29.mp3" length="66316977" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>55:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>29</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>New decade, same Mike and Cam. This week the boys set (and immediately break) New Year&apos;s resolutions and enjoy the bounty of Mike&apos;s Grindr inbox. In the journal, Mike is once again feeling some sexual liberation. Cam fondly remembers the Gayest Moment of his youth.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 28 | A Very MBFJ Christmas</title><itunes:title>ep. 28 | A Very MBFJ Christmas</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Sleigh bells ring, are you listening... to Santa's favorite podcast? Mike and Cam start this week by chatting all things Christmas, including a Santa themed "Would You Rather." The boys then pick up in March of 2014 where things start to heat up with PP, and Mike spends some quality time with Lead Alien. Stick around for a special Christmas tradition from the boys.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sleigh bells ring, are you listening... to Santa's favorite podcast? Mike and Cam start this week by chatting all things Christmas, including a Santa themed "Would You Rather." The boys then pick up in March of 2014 where things start to heat up with PP, and Mike spends some quality time with Lead Alien. Stick around for a special Christmas tradition from the boys.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-28-a-very-mbfj-christmas]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6c536620-7df8-45cc-aa1a-a29312920447</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 19 Dec 2019 03:03:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/f8911a99-e027-4ef0-9a5f-54d9fce2403c/ep-28-xmas-final.mp3" length="71312112" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>59:25</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>28</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Sleigh bells ring, are you listening... to Santa&apos;s favorite podcast? Mike and Cam start this week by chatting all things Christmas, including a Santa themed &quot;Would You Rather.&quot; The boys then pick up in March of 2014 where things start to heat up with PP, and Mike spends some quality time with Lead Alien. Stick around for a special Christmas tradition from the boys.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 27 | Gay Soup</title><itunes:title>ep. 27 | Gay Soup</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If Halloween is Bette season, then Christmas is Mariah season and Cam had a front row seat. The boys chat Old Hollywood, spoilers, and gay soup—whatever that means. In the journal, Mike uproots his life yet again to begin one of his most bizarre theatre experiences. We'll meet plenty of new characters and set the stage for some mischief to come.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If Halloween is Bette season, then Christmas is Mariah season and Cam had a front row seat. The boys chat Old Hollywood, spoilers, and gay soup—whatever that means. In the journal, Mike uproots his life yet again to begin one of his most bizarre theatre experiences. We'll meet plenty of new characters and set the stage for some mischief to come.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-27-gay-soup]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ab513083-3785-40a1-8bb8-f103538b66a9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 12 Dec 2019 03:03:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/2ebb0778-7156-41a5-be67-08236d919a4d/mbfj-ep27gaysoup.mp3" length="74696014" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:02:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>27</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>If Halloween is Bette season, then Christmas is Mariah season and Cam had a front row seat. The boys chat Old Hollywood, spoilers, and gay soup—whatever that means. In the journal, Mike uproots his life yet again to begin one of his most bizarre theatre experiences. We&apos;ll meet plenty of new characters and set the stage for some mischief to come.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 26 | My Ex-Best Friend&apos;s Journal</title><itunes:title>ep. 26 | My Ex-Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The trees are up and the Yuletide is officially gay. The boys discuss sharing sex toys, discover that they are Eskimo cousins, and ask some tough questions: Should the gays give Chick-fil-A another chance? Are comedians required to wear pants? Exactly how wet is Jonathon Groff's butthole? Most importantly- will Mike and Cam's friendship survive the presence of a Condecindy? All that and more on this week's MBFJ. </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The trees are up and the Yuletide is officially gay. The boys discuss sharing sex toys, discover that they are Eskimo cousins, and ask some tough questions: Should the gays give Chick-fil-A another chance? Are comedians required to wear pants? Exactly how wet is Jonathon Groff's butthole? Most importantly- will Mike and Cam's friendship survive the presence of a Condecindy? All that and more on this week's MBFJ. </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-26-my-ex-best-friends-journal]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">923eaa6e-fb76-4442-ac41-004d64d5b2ff</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 05 Dec 2019 03:03:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/1acb888e-77c1-48aa-81c7-07d7c11e5532/mbfj-ep26.mp3" length="66823752" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>55:41</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>26</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>The trees are up and the Yuletide is officially gay. The boys discuss sharing sex toys, discover that they are Eskimo cousins, and ask some tough questions: Should the gays give Chick-fil-A another chance? Are comedians required to wear pants? Exactly how wet is Jonathon Groff&apos;s butthole? Most importantly- will Mike and Cam&apos;s friendship survive the presence of a Condecindy? All that and more on this week&apos;s MBFJ.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 25 | The One With ThanksGAYving</title><itunes:title>ep. 25 | The One With ThanksGAYving</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Gobble, gobble, y'all! It's Thanksgiving and the boys are grateful. Topics this week include memories of holidays past, some more Bro Science, and Cam's powerful sense of smell. Mike manages to behave badly with a goldfish.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Gobble, gobble, y'all! It's Thanksgiving and the boys are grateful. Topics this week include memories of holidays past, some more Bro Science, and Cam's powerful sense of smell. Mike manages to behave badly with a goldfish.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-25-the-one-with-thanksgayving]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">21128c4d-5ccd-41ce-b67c-88b19123d236</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 28 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/9e6d9afc-3890-40be-b278-d04e4d859ede/mbfj_ep25.mp3" length="74437401" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:02:02</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>25</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Gobble, gobble, y&apos;all! It&apos;s Thanksgiving and the boys are grateful. Topics this week include memories of holidays past, some more Bro Science, and Cam&apos;s powerful sense of smell. Mike manages to behave badly with a goldfish.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 24 | Just the Tip</title><itunes:title>ep. 24 | Just the Tip</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Whoops, we forgot about the journal! The boys chat so long at the top of this week's episode that this one is mostly intro (just the tip, if you will). They discuss Dolly Parton, feminism, the generational divide, and how it all intersects gay culture. Side note: Mike is maybe a little too thrilled to share his gayest moment of the week.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Whoops, we forgot about the journal! The boys chat so long at the top of this week's episode that this one is mostly intro (just the tip, if you will). They discuss Dolly Parton, feminism, the generational divide, and how it all intersects gay culture. Side note: Mike is maybe a little too thrilled to share his gayest moment of the week.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-24-just-the-tip]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d661b36b-5c70-44ad-b4ed-5145f7c04d6e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Wessells & Cam Shepherd]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/9499e4b2-132f-4f5e-ab13-31d132a3d4b8/mbfj_episode24.mp3" length="61665614" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>51:23</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>24</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Whoops, we forgot about the journal! The boys chat so long at the top of this week&apos;s episode that this one is mostly intro (just the tip, if you will). They discuss Dolly Parton, feminism, the generational divide, and how it all intersects gay culture. Side note: Mike is maybe a little too thrilled to share his gayest moment of the week.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>Mike Wessells &amp; Cam Shepherd</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 23 | Head, Shoulders, Knees and Taint</title><itunes:title>ep. 23 | Head, Shoulders, Knees and Taint</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">The boys are back from Palm Springs and feeling proud! This week they chat about the highs and lows of Pride Weekend, the realities of sex work, and their mutual love of Chelsea Handler. A 9 inch blast from the past makes a surprise appearance.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">The boys are back from Palm Springs and feeling proud! This week they chat about the highs and lows of Pride Weekend, the realities of sex work, and their mutual love of Chelsea Handler. A 9 inch blast from the past makes a surprise appearance.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-23-head-shoulders-knees-and-taint]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5dcc7f649653dd567508d651</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2019 08:03:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/e5f0d35e-00be-4b65-a349-f30690851fae/mbfj_ep23headshoulderskneestaint.mp3" length="70815263" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>59:01</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>23</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>The boys are back from Palm Springs and feeling proud! This week they chat about the highs and lows of Pride Weekend, the realities of sex work, and their mutual love of Chelsea Handler. A 9 inch blast from the past makes a surprise appearance.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 22 | No Dild Left Behind</title><itunes:title>ep. 22 | No Dild Left Behind</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">This week the boys are back with their regularly scheduled programming. Cam flips the journal over to start again from the top—January 2014, where Mike is back to his usual shenanigans. Special guest Chuy the dog visits the studio and the three chat nostalgia, ill placed sex toys, and Mike's biggest bedroom nightmare.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">This week the boys are back with their regularly scheduled programming. Cam flips the journal over to start again from the top—January 2014, where Mike is back to his usual shenanigans. Special guest Chuy the dog visits the studio and the three chat nostalgia, ill placed sex toys, and Mike's biggest bedroom nightmare.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-22-no-dild-left-behind]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5dc34a8e0c30156fc90aa613</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 07 Nov 2019 08:03:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/a48724fb-7f25-4c3a-81be-a4577f8dca73/no-dild-left-behind.mp3" length="67320601" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>56:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>22</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week the boys are back with their regularly scheduled programming. Cam flips the journal over to start again from the top—January 2014, where Mike is back to his usual shenanigans. Special guest Chuy the dog visits the studio and the three chat nostalgia, ill placed sex toys, and Mike&apos;s biggest bedroom nightmare. </itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 21 | Setting the Record (a little less) Straight</title><itunes:title>ep. 21 | Setting the Record (a little less) Straight</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">Feminist powerhouse Mikayla and emerging gay icon Christian return for the second half of our Bravo-style reunion special. They prove that Mike's memory can't be trusted, share their Gayest Moments of the Week, and answer some tough "Would You Rathers."</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">Feminist powerhouse Mikayla and emerging gay icon Christian return for the second half of our Bravo-style reunion special. They prove that Mike's memory can't be trusted, share their Gayest Moments of the Week, and answer some tough "Would You Rathers."</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-21-setting-the-record-a-little-less-straight]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5dba0fd74c2c183836a21aeb</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 31 Oct 2019 07:03:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/1bbfa464-528f-4f54-97f8-cfc09a74bef1/ep-21-7c-setting-the-record-a-little-less-straight.mp3" length="61438871" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>51:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>21</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Feminist powerhouse Mikayla and emerging gay icon Christian return for the second half of our Bravo-style reunion special. They prove that Mike&apos;s memory can&apos;t be trusted, share their Gayest Moments of the Week, and answer some tough &quot;Would You Rathers.&quot;</itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 20 | Setting the Record Straight</title><itunes:title>ep. 20 | Setting the Record Straight</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">It's episode 20, honey! Can you believe?! To help mark this momentous occasion, the boys have invited a couple of journal regulars over for a Bravo-style reunion show. Special guests Mikayla and Christian (Mik and Cic to those in the know) join Mike and Cam for MBFJ's first ever interview, and they provide a new, heterosexual perspective on ship life, bad roommates, and adventurous sex.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">It's episode 20, honey! Can you believe?! To help mark this momentous occasion, the boys have invited a couple of journal regulars over for a Bravo-style reunion show. Special guests Mikayla and Christian (Mik and Cic to those in the know) join Mike and Cam for MBFJ's first ever interview, and they provide a new, heterosexual perspective on ship life, bad roommates, and adventurous sex.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-20-setting-the-record-straight]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5db0c6f1c962c4681e68c466</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 24 Oct 2019 07:03:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/24c8e826-5994-4a22-93f2-0bb5a3be2ba7/mbfj_ep20.mp3" length="66708814" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>55:35</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>20</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>It&apos;s episode 20, honey! Can you believe?! To help mark this momentous occasion, the boys have invited a couple of journal regulars over for a Bravo-style reunion show. Special guests Mikayla and Christian (Mik and Cic to those in the know) join Mike and Cam for MBFJ&apos;s first ever interview, and they provide a new, heterosexual perspective on ship life, bad roommates, and adventurous sex. </itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 19 | Auld Lang Syne</title><itunes:title>ep. 19 | Auld Lang Syne</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">It's Christmas time (we're aware that it's October), but for the boys it's more folly than jolly. In this episode Cam talks about the challenges of traveling home to the Midwest and Mike settles back into life on land. We chat porn preferences, how to do New Year's Eve the right way, and delve a little deeper into Mike's Dad's drama.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">It's Christmas time (we're aware that it's October), but for the boys it's more folly than jolly. In this episode Cam talks about the challenges of traveling home to the Midwest and Mike settles back into life on land. We chat porn preferences, how to do New Year's Eve the right way, and delve a little deeper into Mike's Dad's drama.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-19-auld-lang-syne]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5da797facd513d7dc5513a32</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2019 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/ad6df06b-7f0e-45ff-b63d-ddbf5a127863/mbfj_ep19.mp3" length="71035736" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>59:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>19</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>It&apos;s Christmas time (we&apos;re aware that it&apos;s October), but for the boys it&apos;s more folly than jolly. In this episode Cam talks about the challenges of traveling home to the Midwest and Mike settles back into life on land. We chat porn preferences, how to do New Year&apos;s Eve the right way, and delve a little deeper into Mike&apos;s Dad&apos;s drama.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 18 | Good at Goodbyes</title><itunes:title>ep. 18 | Good at Goodbyes</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">Mike’s time on the cruise ship is coming to an end and that means saying goodbye - if you’re lucky. This week the boys are talking farewells, both fond and otherwise, and Cam goes into more detail about his messy coming out (ew). The tables are turned when Mike is confronted with a particularly foul “Would You Rather.”</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">Mike’s time on the cruise ship is coming to an end and that means saying goodbye - if you’re lucky. This week the boys are talking farewells, both fond and otherwise, and Cam goes into more detail about his messy coming out (ew). The tables are turned when Mike is confronted with a particularly foul “Would You Rather.”</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-18-good-at-goodbyes]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5d9e732826ea9454e03bbe0a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 10 Oct 2019 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/8a77e0e8-a3a1-4c38-9140-2de075448db7/mbfj_ep18emotionallycalloused.mp3" length="74078479" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:01:44</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>18</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Mike’s time on the cruise ship is coming to an end and that means saying goodbye - if you’re lucky. This week the boys are talking farewells, both fond and otherwise, and Cam goes into more detail about his messy coming out (ew). The tables are turned when Mike is confronted with a particularly foul “Would You Rather.”</itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 17 | The Devil&apos;s Cave</title><itunes:title>ep. 17 | The Devil&apos;s Cave</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">This week the boys are celebrating Cam's birthday a couple weeks late (but hey, at least Mike remembered it). Cam encounters a homophobe (with a jarring lack of reproductive understanding) at a super gay Broadway show, and Mike's knowledge of pop culture—or lack thereof—reaches an all time low. Other topics include sea urchins stuck in bad places, tasteful nudes, and oversharing with friends.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">This week the boys are celebrating Cam's birthday a couple weeks late (but hey, at least Mike remembered it). Cam encounters a homophobe (with a jarring lack of reproductive understanding) at a super gay Broadway show, and Mike's knowledge of pop culture—or lack thereof—reaches an all time low. Other topics include sea urchins stuck in bad places, tasteful nudes, and oversharing with friends.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-17-the-devils-cave]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5d9565d3b2c2e222918b9911</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2019 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/3786cbf3-d3fd-4d78-8a38-797d54fd2293/mbfj_ep17devilcave.mp3" length="70096373" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>58:25</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week the boys are celebrating Cam&apos;s birthday a couple weeks late (but hey, at least Mike remembered it). Cam encounters a homophobe (with a jarring lack of reproductive understanding) at a super gay Broadway show, and Mike&apos;s knowledge of pop culture—or lack thereof—reaches an all time low. Other topics include sea urchins stuck in bad places, tasteful nudes, and oversharing with friends. </itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 16 | Hangry and Underslept</title><itunes:title>ep. 16 | Hangry and Underslept</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">It's Bette Midler season! Find out wtf that means and more in this week's episode. The boys discuss gay icons, bad roommates, and scat (the jazz kind - get your mind out of the gutter). Mike reveals the hidden talents of his first love and Cam admits that he's really just a big old toddler at heart.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">It's Bette Midler season! Find out wtf that means and more in this week's episode. The boys discuss gay icons, bad roommates, and scat (the jazz kind - get your mind out of the gutter). Mike reveals the hidden talents of his first love and Cam admits that he's really just a big old toddler at heart.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-16-hangry-and-underslept]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5d8bf42f47d84d21ed5223b9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2019 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/84b5f36c-0de4-4cdb-8c37-9e515df3ad10/mbfj_ep16final.mp3" length="66855622" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>55:43</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>It&apos;s Bette Midler season! Find out wtf that means and more in this week&apos;s episode. The boys discuss gay icons, bad roommates, and scat (the jazz kind - get your mind out of the gutter). Mike reveals the hidden talents of his first love and Cam admits that he&apos;s really just a big old toddler at heart.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 15 | A Brief Aside</title><itunes:title>ep. 15 | A Brief Aside</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">This week the boys discuss the perils of tiny swimsuits, recall some of their more shameful college moments, and Mike witnesses some true horror on the ship. Cam lives his Titanic fantasy and Mike feels his drag oats. Also the guys had dinner with a famous heiress... kind of.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">This week the boys discuss the perils of tiny swimsuits, recall some of their more shameful college moments, and Mike witnesses some true horror on the ship. Cam lives his Titanic fantasy and Mike feels his drag oats. Also the guys had dinner with a famous heiress... kind of.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-15-a-brief-aside]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5d82a04e04c37d60a63934f1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 19 Sep 2019 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/7815fb66-bead-4141-8546-9aacbaf5a284/ep-15-7c-a-brief-aside.mp3" length="64637303" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>53:52</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week the boys discuss the perils of tiny swimsuits, recall some of their more shameful college moments, and Mike witnesses some true horror on the ship. Cam lives his Titanic fantasy and Mike feels his drag oats. Also the guys had dinner with a famous heiress... kind of. </itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 14 | The Follies of Youth</title><itunes:title>ep. 14 | The Follies of Youth</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">Not since Episode 5 (The Lusty Month of May) has anything been less appropriate for Mike's mom to hear. Cam reveals some of his steamy teenage sexcapades, and Mike makes a jarring discovery about his own body. Other topics include the etiquette around leaked nudes, what qualifies (or doesn't) as straight, and what it really means to gamble and lose.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">Not since Episode 5 (The Lusty Month of May) has anything been less appropriate for Mike's mom to hear. Cam reveals some of his steamy teenage sexcapades, and Mike makes a jarring discovery about his own body. Other topics include the etiquette around leaked nudes, what qualifies (or doesn't) as straight, and what it really means to gamble and lose.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-14-the-follies-of-youth]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5d79a9b9774e5f0710c4a47d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 12 Sep 2019 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/3c7d9a69-f22f-48a3-b58b-a34cdf96e105/mbfj_ep14.mp3" length="66699410" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>55:35</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Not since Episode 5 (The Lusty Month of May) has anything been less appropriate for Mike&apos;s mom to hear. Cam reveals some of his steamy teenage sexcapades, and Mike makes a jarring discovery about his own body. Other topics include the etiquette around leaked nudes, what qualifies (or doesn&apos;t) as straight, and what it really means to gamble and lose.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 13 | What&apos;s New Pussycat?</title><itunes:title>ep. 13 | What&apos;s New Pussycat?</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">This week the boys go all in on dildos (you read that right) and play a rousing game of "Would You Rather." Discussion topics range from elder abuse to human trafficking to the art world, none of which the boys know much about. Mike's dad makes a reappearance and listener mail takes a strange turn.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">This week the boys go all in on dildos (you read that right) and play a rousing game of "Would You Rather." Discussion topics range from elder abuse to human trafficking to the art world, none of which the boys know much about. Mike's dad makes a reappearance and listener mail takes a strange turn.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-13-whats-new-pussycat]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5d7088e38ed3500001a2a788</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 05 Sep 2019 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/52a78368-e8cf-4263-be0f-1e6bd3dfd1e8/mbfj_ep13.mp3" length="80190087" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:06:49</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week the boys go all in on dildos (you read that right) and play a rousing game of &quot;Would You Rather.&quot; Discussion topics range from elder abuse to human trafficking to the art world, none of which the boys know much about. Mike&apos;s dad makes a reappearance and listener mail takes a strange turn. </itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 12 | Ostentatious Douche</title><itunes:title>ep. 12 | Ostentatious Douche</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">The edu-gay-tion (get it??) continues as Mike and Cam discuss sexual liberation, the repercussions of dating while podcasting, and (even more) depravities in coffee shop bathrooms. Tipsy Mikayla makes a splash, Cam taps into his limitless supply of rage, and we hear from a special listener.  </p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">The edu-gay-tion (get it??) continues as Mike and Cam discuss sexual liberation, the repercussions of dating while podcasting, and (even more) depravities in coffee shop bathrooms. Tipsy Mikayla makes a splash, Cam taps into his limitless supply of rage, and we hear from a special listener.  </p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-12-ostentatious-douche]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5d6759e0a9c073000167ee41</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 29 Aug 2019 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/a64cafd3-c016-43c8-810b-353807927fe1/newest-ep-12.mp3" length="78148356" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:05:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>The edu-gay-tion (get it??) continues as Mike and Cam discuss sexual liberation, the repercussions of dating while podcasting, and (even more) depravities in coffee shop bathrooms. Tipsy Mikayla makes a splash, Cam taps into his limitless supply of rage, and we hear from a special listener. </itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 11 | Some Strings Attached</title><itunes:title>ep. 11 | Some Strings Attached</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">*This episode recorded on shiny new microphones! While Mike and Cam take a crash course in sound engineering, this one is best enjoyed with headphones.*</p><p class="">Gay dread in gym class? Us too. This week Mike gets stuck in his feelings, Cam (along with Urban Dictionary) teaches us some new vocab, and we encounter some aggressive monkeys. Hot tip: don't buy Mike a hat.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">*This episode recorded on shiny new microphones! While Mike and Cam take a crash course in sound engineering, this one is best enjoyed with headphones.*</p><p class="">Gay dread in gym class? Us too. This week Mike gets stuck in his feelings, Cam (along with Urban Dictionary) teaches us some new vocab, and we encounter some aggressive monkeys. Hot tip: don't buy Mike a hat.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-11-some-strings-attached]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5d5dcf101cf9ce0001977e4b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 22 Aug 2019 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/8331a99b-1ad4-4b30-a308-8185175fe975/ep-11-7c-some-strings-attached.mp3" length="71965173" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>59:58</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>*This episode recorded on shiny new microphones! While Mike and Cam take a crash course in sound engineering, this one is best enjoyed with headphones.*

Gay dread in gym class? Us too. This week Mike gets stuck in his feelings, Cam (along with Urban Dictionary) teaches us some new vocab, and we encounter some aggressive monkeys. Hot tip: don&apos;t buy Mike a hat.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 10 | Pubic Display of Affection</title><itunes:title>ep. 10 | Pubic Display of Affection</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">This week we learn about Mike's special skills in the bedroom, express gratitude for having tastebuds on our tongues (and only on our tongues), and hear from some listeners. Cam and Mike dust off some musical favorites from the early days of their friendship.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">This week we learn about Mike's special skills in the bedroom, express gratitude for having tastebuds on our tongues (and only on our tongues), and hear from some listeners. Cam and Mike dust off some musical favorites from the early days of their friendship.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-10-pubic-display-of-affection]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5d545b480778320001d89455</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 15 Aug 2019 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/4b88cea3-f8f5-4a3f-8710-d0ae8ad68ed4/ep-10-7c-pubic-display-of-affection.mp3" length="76116345" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>52:51</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week we learn about Mike&apos;s special skills in the bedroom, express gratitude for having tastebuds on our tongues (and only on our tongues), and hear from some listeners. Cam and Mike dust off some musical favorites from the early days of their friendship.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 09 | Hard Conversations</title><itunes:title>ep. 09 | Hard Conversations</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">In this episode Cam laments the hard thing about massages, the boys can't pronounce Norwegian names (or common English words), and Cam recalls some sage health advice. A familiar character makes a moist return.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">In this episode Cam laments the hard thing about massages, the boys can't pronounce Norwegian names (or common English words), and Cam recalls some sage health advice. A familiar character makes a moist return.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-09-hard-conversations]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5d4b3d6498d01b0001eb27c3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 08 Aug 2019 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/4be8fbf5-c8ca-47d8-9300-693bb1727b32/ep-09-7c-the-hard-conversations.mp3" length="69339764" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>48:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><itunes:summary> In this episode Cam laments the hard thing about massages, the boys can&apos;t pronounce Norwegian names (or common English words), and Cam recalls some sage health advice. A familiar character makes a moist return. </itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 08 | On the Rocks</title><itunes:title>ep. 08 | On the Rocks</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">The boys recorded this episode with their whiskey goggles on. They talk rocky seas and a rocky "relationship." Oh, and Mike officiates a funeral.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">The boys recorded this episode with their whiskey goggles on. They talk rocky seas and a rocky "relationship." Oh, and Mike officiates a funeral.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-08-on-the-rocks]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5d4276d661568e0001faefb6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 01 Aug 2019 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/4298d5e7-8f6b-4547-89ca-89896bbc8a6c/ep-08-7c-on-the-rocks.mp3" length="63027117" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>43:46</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>The boys recorded this episode with their whiskey goggles on. They talk rocky seas and a rocky &quot;relationship.&quot; Oh, and Mike officiates a funeral. </itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 07 | The Embarrassment Threshold</title><itunes:title>ep. 07 | The Embarrassment Threshold</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">Mike and Cam went to Disney and had a gay old time. They chat about Mike's willingness to embarrass himself, butt-aches, and what not to do in/on other people's beds.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">Mike and Cam went to Disney and had a gay old time. They chat about Mike's willingness to embarrass himself, butt-aches, and what not to do in/on other people's beds.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-07-the-embarrassment-threshold]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5d38e48d0508b200014b98ae</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jul 2019 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/83383f03-5be8-4e1d-93f4-29b6e89626cc/ep-07-7c-the-embarassment-threshold-28new-prev-on-29.mp3" length="71444398" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>49:37</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Mike and Cam went to Disney and had a gay old time. They chat about Mike&apos;s willingness to embarrass himself, butt-aches, and what not to do in/on other people&apos;s beds.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 06 | Elderly Subculture</title><itunes:title>ep. 06 | Elderly Subculture</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">This week the boys talk daddies (not the fun kind) and Cam opens up about his complicated family history. We find out why Mike is well-suited for life on a cruise ship, and also take a crash course in sexual health. Mike begs to be slut shamed at the dinner table.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">This week the boys talk daddies (not the fun kind) and Cam opens up about his complicated family history. We find out why Mike is well-suited for life on a cruise ship, and also take a crash course in sexual health. Mike begs to be slut shamed at the dinner table.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-06-elderly-subculture]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5d2e710ae2f0dc0001ebe902</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jul 2019 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/7fc8d87a-a0db-460f-a094-7ac24845c168/ep-06-7c-elderly-subculture-final.mp3" length="70302742" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>48:49</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>This week the boys talk daddies (not the fun kind) and Cam opens up about his complicated family history. We find out why Mike is well-suited for life on a cruise ship, and also take a crash course in sexual health. Mike begs to be slut shamed at the dinner table. </itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 05 | The Lusty Month of May</title><itunes:title>ep. 05 | The Lusty Month of May</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">WARNING: This one gets graphic. Gird your ears and, for god’s sake, don’t listen around kids or Mike’s mom.</p><p class="">This week, Cam gets much more than he bargained for out of Mike’s Grindr inbox. In the journal, the boys explore some of Mike’s more salacious adventures, and Cam admits to some of his own youthful follies.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">WARNING: This one gets graphic. Gird your ears and, for god’s sake, don’t listen around kids or Mike’s mom.</p><p class="">This week, Cam gets much more than he bargained for out of Mike’s Grindr inbox. In the journal, the boys explore some of Mike’s more salacious adventures, and Cam admits to some of his own youthful follies.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-05-the-lusty-month-of-may]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5d26291091f9f20001557520</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jul 2019 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/e0a11051-3338-46b2-9575-c76293d017d3/ep-05-7c-the-lusty-month-of-may.mp3" length="66058993" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>45:52</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>WARNING: This one gets graphic. Gird your ears and, for god’s sake, don’t listen around kids or Mike’s mom.

This week, Cam gets much more than he bargained for out of Mike’s Grindr inbox. In the journal, the boys explore some of Mike’s more salacious adventures, and Cam admits to some of his own youthful follies.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 04 | An Aggressive Entry</title><itunes:title>ep. 04 | An Aggressive Entry</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">Things get real as the boys discuss the phenomenon of drive-by-f*ggings and Mike learns the true meaning of "donkey punch." Cam reveals his doctor's special skills and, in the journal, Mike's confidence suffers a massive blow.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">Things get real as the boys discuss the phenomenon of drive-by-f*ggings and Mike learns the true meaning of "donkey punch." Cam reveals his doctor's special skills and, in the journal, Mike's confidence suffers a massive blow.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-04-an-aggressive-entry]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5d1bd358f62baa0001df146a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jul 2019 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/dbe16518-d692-433c-b8fe-7b9fe575e0c7/mbfj_e4.mp3" length="89455724" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>46:35</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Things get real as the boys discuss the phenomenon of drive-by-f*ggings and Mike learns the true meaning of &quot;donkey punch.&quot; Cam reveals his doctor&apos;s special skills and, in the journal, Mike&apos;s confidence suffers a massive blow.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 03 | Throw On Some Jeans and Chase That D</title><itunes:title>ep. 03 | Throw On Some Jeans and Chase That D</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">The boys discuss indecent proposals, an NSFW weekend on Fire Island, and the concept of gay FOMO. In the journal we learn about Mike’s dedication to exercise, some painfully awkward sexual encounters, and his experience with another "celebrity" (hint: it's one of the stars of "From Justin to Kelly," and not the one you want).</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">The boys discuss indecent proposals, an NSFW weekend on Fire Island, and the concept of gay FOMO. In the journal we learn about Mike’s dedication to exercise, some painfully awkward sexual encounters, and his experience with another "celebrity" (hint: it's one of the stars of "From Justin to Kelly," and not the one you want).</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-03-throw-on-some-jeans-and-chase-that-d]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5d17a533bc689000013738cb</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 29 Jun 2019 18:14:33 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/4ff33007-b419-4a30-b12c-c75ea42f08fa/mbfj_e3.mp3" length="83939498" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>43:43</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>The boys discuss indecent proposals, an NSFW weekend on Fire Island, and the concept of gay FOMO. In the journal we learn about Mike’s dedication to exercise, some painfully awkward sexual encounters, and his experience with another &quot;celebrity&quot; (hint: it&apos;s one of the stars of &quot;From Justin to Kelly,&quot; and not the one you want).</itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 02 | Bro Science</title><itunes:title>ep. 02 | Bro Science</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">Mike and Cam (super qualified neuroscientists) discuss the concept of memory and how it can betray us. In the journal we discover some salacious Quid Pro Quo, Mike’s need for a big change, and wrong ways to have sex.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">Mike and Cam (super qualified neuroscientists) discuss the concept of memory and how it can betray us. In the journal we discover some salacious Quid Pro Quo, Mike’s need for a big change, and wrong ways to have sex.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-02-bro-science]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5d13bfe52547280001a464ed</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 29 Jun 2019 17:29:18 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/ea5ef342-cbcf-41d2-a03a-b05068222f92/mbfj_e2.mp3" length="69720527" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>36:19</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>Mike and Cam (super qualified neuroscientists) discuss the concept of memory and how it can betray us. In the journal we discover some salacious Quid Pro Quo, Mike’s need for a big change, and wrong ways to have sex.</itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item><item><title>ep. 01 | The Crimes of Christine Baranski</title><itunes:title>ep. 01 | The Crimes of Christine Baranski</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p class="">In the pilot episode of MBFJ, Mike surrenders his beloved journal to Cam for the very first time. We talk soul-crushing jobs, awkward celebrity encounters, and the beginning of some family drama worthy of a soap opera.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="">In the pilot episode of MBFJ, Mike surrenders his beloved journal to Cam for the very first time. We talk soul-crushing jobs, awkward celebrity encounters, and the beginning of some family drama worthy of a soap opera.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://mybestfriendsjournal.captivate.fm/episode/ep-01-the-crimes-of-christine-baranski]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5c51ecc6697a981a34a28e42:5cffc891fcb3b60001a9dfa9:5d10fa966d834b00015dd91d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/359654d1-c083-4ea6-89ef-125152c75191/mbfj_cover_r2v2.jpg"/><dc:creator><![CDATA[My Best Friend's Journal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 24 Jun 2019 17:12:17 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/117b861f-cbbb-4bb1-9b44-dae69ed7a43d/mbfj_ep1_final.mp3" length="84938421" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>44:14</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:summary>In the pilot episode of MBFJ, Mike surrenders his beloved journal to Cam for the very first time. We talk soul-crushing jobs, awkward celebrity encounters, and the beginning of some family drama worthy of a soap opera. </itunes:summary><itunes:author>My Best Friend&apos;s Journal</itunes:author></item></channel></rss>