THE FINE PRINT BROS

Ian-Jermaine and co-host Mark-Vaughn
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The Fine Print Podcast starring Mark-Vaughn and Ian-Jermaine. Join us where we dive deep into culture, relationships, and the realities shaping our communities today!

Episodes

  1. 6D AGO

    Do You Think Dating Is Harder Now…? PT. 1

    Dating today feels like a game where nobody’s playing by the same rules anymore. In this episode, we get real about why modern dating feels more confusing, more exhausting, and honestly… more emotionally dangerous than it did years ago. With social media, dating apps, situationships, ghosting, and people treating love like it’s disposable — it’s like the world made connection easier, but made commitment nearly impossible. This conversation might make you laugh… but it might also make you realize why so many people are single, hurt, and silently giving up. Tap in — because this one is going to hit a nerve. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    27 min

  2. FEB 4

    Interview With A Nomadic Firefighter Who Lives In A School Bus

    From Fire Lines to Freedom Lines In this episode, I sit down with a firefighter who doesn’t just run toward danger—he runs toward independence. While most people chase bigger houses and heavier bills, he chose a radically different path: living full-time in a converted school bus. We talk about what it’s really like working one of the most intense, high-stakes jobs in society while rejecting the traditional version of “success.” The discipline of firefighting, the mental toll of the job, and how that mindset translates into minimalism, self-reliance, and freedom on the road. This conversation isn’t just about bus life—it’s about questioning the script. What do you actually need to live well? How much of modern life is choice, and how much is pressure? And what happens when someone who faces chaos for a living decides to simplify everything else? Raw. Grounded. Eye-opening. This episode will challenge how you think about security, comfort, and what it really means to be free. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    18 min

  3. JAN 28

    Using Words To Diffuse Danger

    Most people think power looks like force. This episode proves it sounds like language. In Using Words to Diffuse Danger, we break down how the right words, said at the right moment, can stop situations from escalating, shift hostile energy, and literally keep you alive. From everyday confrontations to high-pressure moments where emotions run hot, this episode exposes why verbal intelligence is one of the most underrated survival skills in modern society. We talk about: • How ego turns small conflicts into irreversible outcomes • The psychology behind calming a volatile situation without looking weak • Why emotionally intelligent people often win battles they never fight This isn’t about being passive. It’s about being precise. Because once words fail, consequences don’t negotiate. If you’ve ever wondered how some people walk away from chaos untouched, this episode explains exactly how they do it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    35 min

  4. JAN 21

    The Wealth Money Can’t Buy Pt. 2

    The Wealth Money Can’t Buy They told you money would fix everything. So why are so many “successful” people miserable, anxious, divorced, addicted, and empty? In this episode, we expose the uncomfortable truth nobody wants to admit that most people aren’t chasing wealth they’re chasing validation. Cars, watches, trips, and lifestyles aren’t rewards… they’re distractions from a life they don’t actually like. We talk about how chasing money at all costs destroys peace, relationships, identity, and self-respect—and why society celebrates people who are rich but broken. This episode questions hustle culture, social media flexing, and the lie that your worth is tied to what you own. If your definition of success came from the internet, this episode will offend you. But if you’re tired of pretending the grind is worth the cost, this conversation might save you years of your life. Because the most valuable things in life can’t be bought, and most people sell them anyway. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    18 min

  5. JAN 14

    The Wealth Money Can’t Buy

    What if the real definition of wealth has nothing to do with money at all? In this episode, we break down the forms of wealth that never show up in a bank account—but determine the quality, length, and meaning of your life. We talk about why your health is your first currency, how what you eat silently shapes your energy, focus, and future, and why mental health isn’t a luxury, it’s survival. This conversation goes deeper than surface-level motivation. We explore the power of what you consume mentally: the books you read, the music you listen to, and the thoughts you allow to loop in your mind. Why constant exposure to sex, drugs, chaos, and party culture can drain you without you realizing it, and how intentionally choosing uplifting, purposeful content can rewire your mindset. We also touch on something modern life has pulled us away from: nature. How being disconnected from the natural world affects your nervous system, spiritual alignment, and physical health, and why returning to it can restore clarity, peace, and balance. Press play and rethink everything you thought made you rich. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    29 min

  6. JAN 7

    The Real Reasons Blackmen Travel Aboard To Find Love!

    Let’s stop lying about it. Black men aren’t leaving the United States for love because it’s “trendy.” They’re leaving because the dating environment at home is broken—and nobody wants to talk about why. In this explosive episode, we challenge the narratives that dominate social media and mainstream conversations. We break down why more Black men are choosing peace, cooperation, femininity, and emotional safety outside the West, while being shamed, mocked, or labeled “weak,” “dusty,” or “self-hating” for doing so. This isn’t about hating Black women. It’s about why accountability disappears when Black men speak honestly about their experiences. We expose: • Why dating in America has become transactional, performative, and hostile • How social media inflated expectations while killing intimacy • Why Black men feel emotionally punished for traditional values • The unspoken power dynamics no one wants to admit • Why men are leaving—and why people are angry that they are This episode will offend people who benefit from silence—and resonate deeply with people who’ve been living this reality. If you believe this conversation is “toxic,” ask yourself why honesty feels like an attack. !Listen before you argue. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    34 min

  7. 12/31/2025

    THE REAL REASONS BLACK MEN DATE OUTSIDE THEIR RACE IN AMERICA!

    Everyone has an opinion about who Black men date — but almost no one wants to dig to the root and understand about why. In this episode, we strip away the surface-level arguments and dive into the uncomfortable truths behind Black men dating outside their race in America. This isn’t about bashing, blaming, or baiting — it’s about context, pressure, perception, and lived experience. We explore the social expectations placed on Black men, the narratives pushed by media, the weight of trauma, and how survival, identity, and self-preservation quietly shape dating choices. Some listeners will feel validated. Others may feel challenged. That’s the point. If you’ve ever asked yourself “What’s really going on beneath the surface?” — this conversation is for you. The REAL REASONS might make people uncomfortable! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    51 min
  8. If you're in a relationship and use social media, you must hear this!

    12/24/2025

    If you're in a relationship and use social media, you must hear this!

    Social media isn’t just changing how we communicate — it’s changing how we love, trust, and stay connected. In this episode, we break down alarming statistics showing how many relationships have ended due to social media–related issues like jealousy, emotional cheating, secrecy, comparison, and constant digital validation. From DMs that cross boundaries, to “harmless” scrolling that creates insecurity, to online attention that quietly erodes trust — we explore how social media introduces uneasiness into relationships without couples realizing it. Listen with an open mind — this conversation might change how you see your relationship. We’ll talk about: The real data behind breakups linked to social media Why jealousy is more common than ever in modern relationships How likes, follows, and messages trigger comparison and mistrust The fine line between online attention and emotional cheating Why many couples don’t notice the damage until it’s too late This isn’t about blaming technology — it’s about understanding how it affects intimacy, communication, and emotional safety. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 1m
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The Fine Print Podcast starring Mark-Vaughn and Ian-Jermaine. Join us where we dive deep into culture, relationships, and the realities shaping our communities today!

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  • Creator
    Ian-Jermaine and co-host Mark-Vaughn
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    8
  • Copyright
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