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Romantic relationship rules are being rewritten faster than the average person can keep up. With 'ghosting,' 'cat fishing,' and 'back burner' relationships on the rise, we're here to support you through dating woes and long term relationship stressors. Love Collective is a weekly podcast about navig…

Lisa and Cho


    • Apr 27, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    Exposing Our Own Relationship Issues

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2021 35:56


    Listen in to talk with Lisa and Cho about their own relationships. ::::::   Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook 

    Hiatus

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2021 27:59


    We've been gone for a bit. Life had bigger plans than this little podcast. But we are finally back :)  ::::::   Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook 

    Work Relationships Intro

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2021 31:05


    Work is a huge part of our lives and the relationships we make at work can enhance, or hinder our overall happiness! Lisa and Cho intro this new series on workplace relationships.  ::::::   Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook 

    What We're Leaving Behind in 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2021 33:26


    We're back! We've had a podcasting hiatus while we have been taking a break from work. We are excited to get back at it in 2021! Today's episode is all about what we will be leaving behind (in relationships) as we head into 2021. We mention: Ghosting Societal pressures ruling your relationships Toxic friendships Cancel culture Need for online validation   ::::::   Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook 

    Let's Talk Politics

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2020 40:05


    Let's talk politics! On this episode Lisa and Cho talk about HOW to talk about politics with family, friends, and loved ones. We know that things are heated and polarized these days, but don't let that ruin your relationships. Thanks for listening! Let us know your thoughts.    ::::::   Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook 

    Let's Keep It Light

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2020 32:26


    Let's keep it simple this week. The last three episodes were jam packed with heavy, yet valuable, information on one of the key components to healthy relationships: boundaries. This week we're keeping it light with some Reddit Romance and catching up.   ::::::   Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook 

    Boundaries Pt. 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 37:34


    Part 3! Lisa and Cho explore the very important topic of boundaries. It ended up being so much information that we decided to make this a three parter! Join the discussion about boundaries on our IG page.  :::::: Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.comLeave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook 

    Boundaries pt 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 31:45


    Part 2! Lisa and Cho explore the very important topic of boundaries. It ended up being so much information that we decided to make this a three parter! Join the discussion about boundaries on our IG page.  :::::: Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.comLeave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook 

    Boundaries Pt 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2020 43:35


    Lisa and Cho explore the very important topic of boundaries. It ended up being so much information that we decided to make this a three parter! Join the discussion about boundaries on our IG page.    ::::::   Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook 

    Reddit Romance

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2020 41:23


    Lisa and Cho answer some of Reddit's most pressing questions! We discuss:   Cho’s vacation and dramatic flight   Millennial Dating Term: Roaching   Reddit Romance Have you ever been broken up with for being “too nice?” You want a baby and your partner wants to work on the relationship. What do you do?   ::::::   Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook 

    Lessons in Love

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 34:56


    Lisa and Cho talk about what they have learned from their own relationships!   ::::::   Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook 

    Lasting Friendships

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2020 48:13


    All types of relationships are important and worth talking about! In this episode Lisa and Cho discuss what makes our friendships last. We also discuss:   Our bad experiences with prescription services   Millennnial dating term: Zumping   Are you going to weddings during the pandemic?   ::::::   Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook 

    Reddit Deep Dive Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2020 42:24


    In this episode Lisa and Cho take ANOTHER deep dive into Reddit. Some topics discussed: -When you think your parent is cheating -How social media affects relationships -Do you go to a wedding shower for a coworker who bullies you? -How to tell your SO that they ruined your day?   ::::::   Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook 

    Reddit Deep Dive Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2020 51:08


    In this episode Lisa and Cho take a deep dive into Reddit. We discuss some of the comments and questions that Redditers post about their relationships!      ::::::   Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook 

    How We Met

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2020 36:32


    Ever wonder how Lisa and Cho met? Or we met our significant others? Tune in to find out. ::::::   Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook 

    Chatty Chat

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2020 32:07


    Today we have a casual chat with an old friend. We hope you are all staying safe and healthy! ::::::   Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook 

    Premarital Sex

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2020 47:39


      This episode was inspired by a discussion on Cho's discord channel-is premarital sex really "better?" We did our best to explore this topic free of judgement because, at the end of the day, what's most important is what you and your partner feel comfortable with. That being said, we discuss The Moral Case for Sex Before Marriage and Benefits of Delaying Sex Until Marriage.    Also in the episode: -More millennial dating terms -Cho's Master Class on spotting a narcissist   ::::::   Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook 

    How Corona is Changing Dating

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2020 39:02


    We recorded this one a few weeks back, but many of the points remain true! Coronavirus is changing the dating scene in some major ways. Today we talk about  The Coronavirus Is Changing How We Date a fabulous article from Time magazine by Eliana Dockterman. How has the virus, quarantine, and social distancing affected your love life? Have you switched to virtual dates? Do you throw caution to the wind and meet up in person? Tell us your thoughts.  ::::::   Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook 

    29. Love in the Time of Corona

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2020 42:11


    We're back! Miss Rona will not keep us down. Today we catch up with each other and talk about Divorce Rates in China since the country is opening back up after being in lockdown. We're happy to be back and engaging with you all again!    ::::::   Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook 

    Ep 28 Living With Bae and Your Ex AT THE SAME TIME

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2020 53:03


    Never have I ever... lived with my boyfriend, my ex boyfriend, AND my ex's new boyfriend AT THE SAME TIME. But this podcast is all about exploring modern love and the infinite ways that that can look. In this episode we talk with our most popular past guest, Kisos. He is a musician/streamer/marketer/beautiful human. He wanted to come back on the pod and talk with us about is... "unique" living situation.     Also discussed: -Millennial dating term: Paper Clipping. This is the most nostalgic nod to our 90s Childhood (you'll get why).   -Finding time to connect with your partner when you work from home.   -Do you stay friends after breaking up?   -How to adjust when you move in together.    :::More info about our AMAZING guest::: Kisos has new music out. His upcoming EP, sweet nothings, will guide listeners through the five stages of grief from bargaining, denial, anger, and sadness to acceptance. He wrote the songs in real time while recovering from a life shaking breakup, and hopes to help other people cope and process their emotions as they go through the same trials. Lead singles Happily Ever After and He Didnt Want Me have both been featured on Billboard Pride, and by Spotify’s playlists.http://www.kisosmusik.com Also find Kisos on Spotify!   Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook 

    Ep. 27 The Maybe's

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2020 48:06


    Living in a small town can be charming. But being single, in your late 20's, and dating in a small town isn't always cute. Today's special guest, Carley Woods, chats with us about the challenges of dating in a town of 16,000 people. Spoiler alert: your tinder date might be a 2 hour drive away (Yikes!). Carley also talks about her 12 month journey called 12 Months of More wherein she has challenged herself, for 12 months, to only buy items that are necessary (e.g. food and rent). She is about halfway into the process and offers some insights into finding joy with less material possessions.    Also discussed:  -What it means to "stash" -Do you tell friends and family about your "maybe"s? -The sweet spot of dating apps (somewhere between people who want a booty call and people who want to marry RIGHT NOW)   -And more!   Send us your *questions* and *thoughts* at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us *love notes* on Instagram and Facebook

    Ep. 26 Dating, Love, and Marriage: 3 Generations of Indian and American Perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2020 65:57


    Today's very special guest is Supal Desai. Supal is an impressive woman who has spent the last decade traveling the world and recording her thoughtful musings on her blog, Chevrons & Éclairs (Warning: It's easy to accidentally spend 5 hours pursuing her pictures and blog posts). Today she chats with us about her experience as an Indian American woman dating in London and the US.    There is so much to love about this episode. Listen in to hear about: -Dating, love, and marriage from 3 generations' perspective (her own, her parents, and her grandparents).  -Supal makes the case for why she found it empowering to be single in her 20s. -All of the good advice from Supal's grandparents!   -And more!   Send us your *questions* and *thoughts* at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us *love notes* on Instagram and Facebook

    Ep. 25 What Keanu Reeves Has to Do With Your Love Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2020 45:47


    Today we discuss How Millennial Love And Relationships Are Different from Better Help. But, more importantly, Keanu Reeves comes up in the millennial dating term of the week! Let us know how your relationship is classic millennial or how it defies stereotypes. Also discussed:   -Cho learns who Helen Mirren is -Men: you are worth more than your dollar contribution to the family -Does the internet help or hurt your relationship?   -How we feel about porn   -And more!   Send us your *questions* and *thoughts* at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us *love notes* on Instagram and Facebook

    Ep. 24: New Dating Terms.. That We've Never Heard Of

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2020 48:59


    Sick of dating terms yet? We're not. They're just too ridiculous not to discuss! Today we tackle the article 6 Dating Trends To Look Out For In 2020 from Bustle. Let us know if you've ever used, or seen, these terms.. we're still skeptical that they're real. Also discussed:   -Cho is looking for a new credit card -When you're too nice to strangers -Knowing what your needs are   -We're both officially 30   -And more!   Send us your *questions* and *thoughts* at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us *love notes* on Instagram and Facebook

    Ep. 23 Welcome to 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2020 55:24


    Sick of being single? Maybe 2020 is your year to find love. We discuss the article 12 New Year's Resolutions All Single Girls Need To Make from YourTango.com. Also discussed:   -Body Image and feeling self conscious in Miami -Social media comparison   -Orgasms   -And more!   Send us your *questions* and *thoughts* at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us *love notes* on Instagram and Facebook

    Ep. 22 When Your Family 'Defines the Relationship'

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2019 37:55


    When is a significant other considered "part of the family?" Is it after marriage? After a certain amount of time? We discuss the article When Does a Boyfriend or Girlfriend Become Part of the Family? from The Atlantic. Also discussed: -Navigating the holidays when you're not married -Capricorn season -Canned vs homemade cranberry sause   -And more!   Send us your *questions* and *thoughts* at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us *love notes* on Instagram and Facebook  

    Ep. 21 Holiday Stress Pt. 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2019 19:19


    We're back with more of your thoughts and questions on holiday stress. We asked: "What relationship interactions are you dreading over the holidays?" You responded--with funny, insightful, and relatable responses. In this episode we get some positive vibes to take into the holidays.   Have questions, comments, or feedback? We'd LOVE to hear from you!  Send us your *questions* and *thoughts* at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us *love notes* on Instagram and Facebook

    Ep. 20 Holiday Stress Pt. 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2019 27:46


    We're back with more of your thoughts and questions on holiday stress. We asked: "What relationship interactions are you dreading over the holidays?" You responded--with funny, insightful, and relatable responses. In this episode we cover the ubiquitous topic of political discussions with your extended family. Yay!    Have questions, comments, or feedback? We'd LOVE to hear from you!  Send us your *questions* and *thoughts* at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us *love notes* on Instagram and Facebook

    Ep. 19 Holiday Stress pt. 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2019 25:41


    We asked: "What relationship interactions are you dreading over the holidays?" You responded--with funny, insightful, and relatable responses. This holiday series is intended to validate the shit out of your holiday stress. Hopefully along the way we can help you come up with ways to navigate difficult relationships and interactions that come along during the most wonderful time of the year.      Have questions, comments, or feedback? We'd LOVE to hear from you!  Send us your *questions* and *thoughts* at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us *love notes* on Instagram and Facebook

    Ep. 18 Anniversaries

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2019 51:14


    Cho celebrates his 3 year anniversary this episode. Listen in as we discuss anniversaries and the article, RESEARCHERS SAY CELEBRATING ANNIVERSARIES CAN MAKE YOUR MARRIAGE LAST LONGER. Also discussed: -Millennial Dating Term: You-Turning -The importance of rituals -What is your couple origin story?   -And more!   Send us your *questions* and *thoughts* at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us *love notes* on Instagram and Facebook      

    Ep. 17 What Millennials Want in Relationships-According to Therapists

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2019 52:27


    What do Millennials really want in relationships? We seem to have been pegged as a generation that doesn't want to settle down and doesn't want to commit. But is that really true? Today we talk about the HuffPost article What Millennials Want Most In Love, According To Therapists. Also discussed: -Millennial Dating Term: Pie Hunting -The definition of Gay -What it means to be a power couple -And more!   Send us your *questions* and *thoughts* at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us *love notes* on Instagram and Facebook

    Ep. 16 Answering Your Questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2019 51:26


    We love hearing from you all! It honestly makes our day to hear from listeners. The best part about doing this podcast is getting to hear YOUR stories and relating to you. Today we do some much needed housekeeping and read/answer your questions. On this episode: -Update on Cho's live Twitch stream -What to do when you're a giver in relationships -A defense of checklists  -Millennial dating term of the week: Monkeying   Send us your *questions* and *thoughts* at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us *love notes* on Instagram and Facebook

    15. 1000 Listeners Special: Our Most Embarrassing First Dates

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2019 49:05


    Thank you to everyone who has been listening and following our podcasts's journey: We've reached 1000 listeners!! To celebrate, we have a special episode all about our most embarrassing dates. And trust me, it gets pretty messy. Listen in for: -Millennial dating term of the week: Dick sand -Cho's reaction to plastic bedsheet covers -Lisa surviving a sensory deprivation tank -When you realize halfway into the night that your date already has a partner   Send us your *questions* and *thoughts* at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us *love notes* on Instagram and Facebook

    Ep. 14 #EternallySingle Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2019 47:05


    Last week we only got through the first half of this amazing article 8 Reasons You’re Still Single When You Don't Want to Be by Dr. Suzanne Lachmann. This week we get into the next 4 reasons why you're #eternallysingle.  In this episode the topic of trauma comes up. For more info on the ACEs study look here: What is your ACE score? CDC information on ACEs    Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook

    Ep. 13 #EternallySingle

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2019 56:32


    Been single? ... For a while?  We're here for you. Cho and Lisa dig in to a poignant article from Psychology Today: 8 Reasons You’re Still Single When You Don't Want to Be by Dr. Suzanne Lachmann. This article was so good that we only got through half of the reasons! So tune in for part 2 next week.      Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook

    Ep. 12 Obsessed With Your Ex: feat. special guest Kisos

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2019 54:25


    This is a juicy one, guys. In this episode we talk with musician/streamer/marketer Kisos about being obsessed with his ex.  We get pretty vulnerable and real.. so sit back with your beverage of choice and commiserate about break-ups with us!  Also discussed: -How break ups affect your mental health. -Can we really get away from people in the age of social media? -Do you stay friends with your ex?   :::More info about our AMAZING guest::: The article that we discuss in the episode: https://www.gaystarnews.com/article/ex-fell-in-love-again-i-stalked-his-new-relationship-online-for-a-year/#gs.zkj8kx Don't walk, RUN to check out Kisos' music: http://www.kisosmusik.com Also find Kisos on Spotify!   Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook

    Ep. 11 Too Broke to Date

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2019 41:18


    Apparently millennials have been spending all of their coins on dates! This is leading some folks to feel that they can't afford to date. We do a deep dive today into the real cost of dating and how to deal with the people who want you to put out financially. Also discussed: -How much millennials are spending on the average date -Who pays for the first date -How soon do you need to know someone's financial situation   Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook

    Ep. 10 "If you don't serve mimosas, I don't want it."

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2019 52:32


    Have you ever been blinded by love? For better or worse this is a real phenomenon that we discuss.  In this episode: -We discuss "drafting season." -Cho has story time about a bad date. -We discuss being blinded by love-how we tend to rate our partners as more attractive, funnier, smarter, than they really are.    Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook

    Ep. 09 Cho Guesses Millennial Dating Terms

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2019 53:40


    Ya'll know about Catfishing and Ghosting right? But have you heard about the latest millennial dating terms? ... Listen in to hear about Kittenfishing and more.  In this episode: -Cho guesses what the newest millennial dating terms mean. -Lisa learns what Read Receipt is. -We learn about Orbiting, and we're not happy about it.    Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook

    Ep. 08 Are You ROCD?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2019 42:39


    Relationship OCD... It's not a 'real' diagnosable condition or anything, but it's an interesting idea out there that relates to modern dating culture. In this episode we discuss: -Cho's skincare routine -What even is ROCD? -Codependent relationships   Send us your questions and thoughts at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Instagram and Facebook

    Ep. 07 How We Really Feel About Dating Apps

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2019 49:29


    In this episode we have a super special guest helping us tackle hot topics including: -Dating with a job that requires travel -How we really feel about dating apps -Finding your dating blind spot   Send us your questions and comments to lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com Leave us love notes on Facebook and Instagram

    Ep. 06 Hustling for your career while trying to find love

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2019 56:31


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    Ep. 05 Resolving Conflict

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2019 61:28


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    Ep. 04 Are you in a FWB relationship?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2019 46:26


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    Ep. 03 Financial Infidelity

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2019 45:03


    Ever kept a secret from your partner about debt, income, or how you spend your money? Today we're talking about love and finances.  Shoot us a question on Instagram @love_collective_podcast  or email us at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com.

    Ep. 02 Long Distance With Bae

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2019 51:31


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    Ep. 01 Why Millennials Aren't Getting Married

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2019 36:57


    Happy First Episode! We are thrilled to finally release the Love Collective. This podcast is all about exploring millennial relationships and building a community to support your love journey. We hope you join the conversation!We are looking for listeners to send their relationship stories and questions to the show!Email us at lovecollectivepodcast@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram.

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