381: Ned Fulmer on Cheating, Scandal & Losing It All | The HoneyDew with Ryan Sickler #381

Ned Fulmer, former content creator and co-star of the Try Guys, opens up about the devastating collapse of his marriage and career following a public affair with a fellow BuzzFeed employee. The episode traces his journey from a seemingly successful life in Chicago and Los Angeles—marked by a thriving career, a loving family, and viral fame—to a sudden unraveling triggered by two major health crises: a septic knee injury and a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis at age 25. These events disrupted his life and led him to move to LA, where he and his wife became internet celebrities. However, the pressure of maintaining a perfect public image, combined with personal emptiness and unaddressed emotional needs, led to a prolonged affair that culminated in being caught making out at a Harry Styles concert in New York. The fallout was immediate and brutal: his wife discovered the truth, he was fired from his job, and the story exploded online. Fulmer details the emotional toll, his journey through therapy and a therapeutic separation, and the long road to rebuilding trust with his wife and co-parenting their two young children. Despite the pain, he shares how the experience led to profound personal growth, honesty, and a redefinition of his identity beyond the public persona. He now hosts 'The Rock Bottom Podcast,' where he explores stories of loss and resilience, and has found new purpose in wrestling, therapy, and being a better father. Key takeaways include the importance of confronting emotional pain instead of hiding it, the destructive power of living a double life, the necessity of transparency in relationships, and the possibility of healing and co-parenting even after betrayal. Fulmer emphasizes that vulnerability, not perfection, is the foundation of real connection. He also reflects on how digital permanence means past mistakes follow you forever, making authenticity more crucial than ever.