Podcasts about Modern Love

This episode of “Modern Love” features Lisa Selin Davis's essay “What Lou Reed Taught Me About Love.” She writes about how the song “I'll Be Your Mirror” became the soundtrack to her summer romance with a floppy-haired “rocker kid” who inadvertently helped her find healing. Then, we hear from some members of the “Modern Love” team about the songs that influenced them as teenagers and about the memories — funny, empowering, nostalgic — that they carry with them.Stay tuned for next week's episode, where we'll hear from our listeners about the songs that taught them about love.Here's how to submit a Modern Love essay to The New York Times.Here's how to submit a Tiny Love Story. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Send us a textIn this engaging and thought-provoking episode of Stories to Create, host Cornell Bunting sits down with the insightful Christina Guerra for a powerful conversation that unpacks the complexities of modern young life and relationships. In a first for the show, Cornell also brings in a special live phone call with his longtime Jamaican friend living on the East Coast, David Harrison adding an authentic cross-cultural perspective to the mix.Together, they explore the evolving meaning of dating in 2025, navigating situationships, the impact of social media on love, and whether traditional gender roles still hold any weight. They also dive deep into the emotional and practical sides of modern romance:How do today's young people define intimacy and set boundaries? Should you find financial stability before falling in love—or grow through struggles together? Is ghosting just a part of dating now, or is it still just wrong?With honest reflections, laughs, and even a few cringe-worthy dating stories, this episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about how love and connection are transforming for a new generation.Tune in to hear:The top 3 qualities young people now look for in a partnerIf "the one" still exists—or if that's just rom-com fictionThe pressure around physical intimacy in today's cultureHow friendships and online influencers can impact your love lifeReal talk on whether you can outgrow a good relationshipPlus, don't miss the fun wrap-up with the worst dating advice they've ever heard, and how Cornell would sum up modern love in a meme.Listen now and join the conversation that every young person needs to hear. Support the showThank you for tuning in with EHAS CLUB - Stories to Create Podcast

A session with Terry Real, a marriage and family therapist, can get uncomfortable. He's known to mirror and amplify the emotions of his clients, sometimes cursing and nearly yelling, often in an attempt to get men in touch with the emotions they're not used to honoring.Real says men are often pushed to shut off their expression of vulnerability when they're young as part of the process of becoming a man. That process, he says, can lead to myriad problems in their relationships. He sees it as his job to pull them back into vulnerability and intimacy, reconfiguring their understanding of masculinity in order to build more wholesome and connected families.In this episode, Real explains why vulnerability is so essential to healthy masculinity and why his work with men feels more urgent than ever. He explains why he thinks our current models of masculinity are broken and what it will take to build new ones.This episode was inspired by a New York Times Magazine piece, “How I Learned That the Problem in My Marriage Was Me” by Daniel Oppenheimer.For more Modern Love, search for the show wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes every Wednesday. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2601: Alysha Jeney highlights five transformative ways to shift how we express ourselves when we feel unheard in relationships. By focusing on emotional intelligence, vulnerability, and compassion, she encourages us to deepen our self-awareness and communication skills, building connection even when conflict arises. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.modernlovecounseling.com/things-to-try-if-you-dont-feel-heard-5-ways-to-express-yourself-differently/ Quotes to ponder: "Anger is a special emotion, because it 'protects' our inner fears." "Neither of you are right, but both of you are valid." "Maybe this isn't your intention, but I perceive you shut down when I try to talk to you sometimes and it really hurts me." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New York Times bestselling author Laura Munson spoke to me about her acclaimed writing retreats, building a bridge to readers, and bringing wonder back into our lives with her latest THE WILD WHY. Laura Munson is the New York Times, USA Today, and international bestselling author of the novel Willa's Grove and the memoir This Is Not The Story You Think It Is. She is also an editor and Founder of the top-ranked Haven Writing Retreats. Her new book is THE WILD WHY: Stories and Teachings to Uncover Your Wonder. A Maria Shriver Sunday Paper Pick, “For fans of Brené Brown's Daring Greatly, Glennon Doyle's Untamed, and Elizabeth Gilbert's Big Magic, this illuminating self-help tool is the perfect book for anyone who yearns to rekindle their own voice.” Laura has been featured or published in Vanity Fair, Elle, Redbook, Time, Newsweek, The New York Times' “Modern Love” column, The New York Times Magazine, O, The Oprah Magazine, and many others. She has appeared on Good Morning America, The Early Show, WGN, NPR, London's This Morning, Australia's Sunrise, and other global media outlets. [Discover The Writer Files Extra: Get 'The Writer Files' Podcast Delivered Straight to Your Inbox at writerfiles.fm] [If you're a fan of The Writer Files, please click FOLLOW to automatically see new interviews. And drop us a rating or a review wherever you listen] In this file Laura Munson and I discussed: How to rekindle your true voice Why we lose wonder in our worried world Her life's journey to live in her truth The importance of finding radical empathy How to eradicate the “tortured artist” pattern And a lot more! Show Notes: lauramunson.com The Wild Why: Stories and Teachings to Uncover Your Wonder by Laura Munson (Amazon) Laura Munson on Facebook Laura Munson on Instagram Kelton Reid on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Elizabeth and Jeff were best friends. They did everything together, from early-morning runs to late-night karaoke sessions. They came up with secret code names for each other and went on undercover missions in their neighborhood. They fought, and made up, and fought some more.Beneath their playful dynamic, an attraction was growing between them, but Elizabeth never wanted to risk the friendship by exploring it. Then Jeff got sick, and things changed. In this episode, the story of a once-in-a-lifetime friendship, from the very beginning to the very end.This episode is adapted from Elizabeth Laura Nelson's 2025 essay Friends for 16 Years. Lovers for One Night.Here's how to submit a Modern Love essay to The New York Times.Here's how to submit a Tiny Love Story. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

When did you realize you were falling in love? The Modern Love podcast asked listeners this question, and the voice messages came pouring in. Listeners sent in stories that happened over dinner dates, on subway rides, while watching sunsets or at concerts. They described love at first sight, love built over time and much more. Today, we hear some of the most moving and surprising listener messages. Then, the Modern Love editor Daniel Jones discusses how we fall in love, and what the famous “36 Questions That Lead to Love” reveal about that process. And finally, Mandy Len Catron, the writer who popularized the 36 questions in her Modern Love essay, “To Fall in Love With Anyone, Do This," tells us whether she's still in love with the same man 10 years later. For more Modern Love, search for the show wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes every Wednesday.   Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

On today's poddy, we're getting real narsty. Follow The Big Show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haurakibigshow Subscribe to the podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! Featuring Jason Hoyte, Mike Minogue, and Keyzie, "The Big Show" drive you home weekdays from 4pm on Radio Hauraki. Providing a hilarious escape from reality for those ‘backbone’ New Zealanders with plenty of laughs and out-the-gate yarns. Download the full podcast here: iHeartRadio: www.iheart.com/podcast/1049-the-hauraki-big-show-71532051/?follow=true Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hauraki-big-show/id1531952388 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/20OF8YadmJmvzWa7TGRnDI See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A session with Terry Real, a marriage and family therapist, can get uncomfortable. He's known to mirror and amplify the emotions of his clients, sometimes cursing and nearly yelling, often in an attempt to get men in touch with the emotions they're not used to honoring.Real says men are often pushed to shut off their expression of vulnerability when they're young as part of the process of becoming a man. That process, he says, can lead to myriad problems in their relationships. He sees it as his job to pull them back into vulnerability and intimacy, reconfiguring their understanding of masculinity in order to build more wholesome and connected families.In this episode, Real explains why vulnerability is so essential to healthy masculinity and why his work with men feels more urgent than ever. He explains why he thinks our current models of masculinity are broken and what it will take to build new ones.This episode was inspired by a New York Times Magazine piece, “How I Learned That the Problem in My Marriage Was Me” by Daniel Oppenheimer.The “Modern Love” podcast team is planning a second episode with Real, focused on fatherhood. He has agreed to give our listeners advice on fatherhood, whether you're an experienced dad, an expecting dad or otherwise dad-adjacent. For example, maybe you want advice on how to parent in a world filled with so many mixed messages about how men should be or on how to repair a mistake you made as a dad. Maybe there are elements of fatherhood you're still figuring out or are unsure of. Record your questions as a voice memo and email them to modernlovepodcast@nytimes.com.Tips for recording: Please avoid recording where there is a lot of background noise. If you are using your smartphone to record your voice memo, please speak into your phone's built-in microphone from a few inches away. Your recording may not be usable if you use Bluetooth earbuds or if you are too close or too far from the phone. It works best when you tell us your story as if you are speaking to a friend rather than reading it from a written statement. Be as concise as you can, and please listen back to it to make sure the recording is complete. You can find further tips for recording here, and find our submission terms here.Here's how to submit a Modern Love essay to The New York Times.Here's how to submit a Tiny Love Story. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Love, dating, heartbreak, healing — and all the messy moments in between. This heartbreakingly hilarious podcast dives into the red flags we miss, the cycles we repeat, and the tools we need to grow. Hosted by actor and failed relationship expert James Arthur M., it brings raw honesty, pop culture, and Black queer perspective to relationships, identity, and self-worth. This trailer offers a taste of what's ahead in Season 2: deeper lessons, bigger laughs, and more green lights in love. Subscribe and join the healing. Credits: Host/Producer - James Arthur M. (he/him) @jamesarthurm Producer/Editor - Sarah Brown (she/her) @sbrownsays Closing Music - Manny Baltazar (he/him) @mannybalty Connect with Us: Instagram: @redflagseverywherepod Email: redflagseverywherepodcast@gmail.com TikTok: @redflagseverywherepod Facebook Page: Red Flags Everywhere Podcast Facebook Group: Red Flags Everywhere Community Check out video clips on YouTube: Red Flags Everywhere YouTube Channel SUPPORT THE SHOW: We love creating this podcast for you, Love Warriors! If you enjoy the show, consider joining us on Patreon for exclusive bonus content, behind-the-scenes moments, and other exciting perks. Click here to support us and keep the conversations going!  

The queens boil down the essence of some favorite poems and poets in this game that decides what poetry is *really* about.Please Support Breaking Form!Review the show on Apple Podcasts here.Aaron's STOP LYING is available from the Pitt Poetry Series.James's ROMANTIC COMEDY is available from Four Way Books.NOTES:Read the NY Times review of Michael Schmidt's The Lives of the PoetsListen to James Merrill read his poem "For Proust" and while we're on the subject, here's a madeleine recipe. For an examination of Bishop's sensible sensibility, go here. Watch Anne Carson read from Nox (~24 min).Here is a Galway Kinnell tribute reading from May 2015 which included Marie Howe and Sharon Olds (among others).Watch Dorianne Laux read "Trying to Raise the Dead" published in her book SmokeIn a New Yorker profile interview, Natasha Trethewey discusses Native Guard, and says that we have to remember "the nearly two hundred thousand African American soldiers who fought in the Civil War, who fought for their own freedom, who fought to preserve the Union rather than destroy the Union, to whom there are very few monuments erected. Just think how different the landscape of the South would be, and how differently we would learn about our Southern history, our shared American history, if we had monuments to those soldiers who won the war—who didn't lose the war but won the war to save the Union. Those are the monuments we need to have." Read the whole conversation and profile here.Here's a BBC4 adaptation of Browning's The Ring and the Book (~1 hour)Go here for more about George Meredith's sonnet sequence Modern Love.If you were looking for a free audio full-text version of Tennyson's In Memoriam read by Elizabeth Klatt, today's your lucky day. (~2.5 hours).

This week I'm talking with Amy Shearn, the award-winning author of the critically-acclaimed novels “Dear Edna Sloane,” “Unseen City,” “The Mermaid of Brooklyn,” and “How Far Is the Ocean from Here.” Amy's newest novel is “Animal Instinct,” which follows a 40-something newly divorced woman re-entering the dating scene and reconnecting with her desires during the social isolation of COVID lockdowns. In a starred review, Publishers Weekly called it "delightful and hilarious,” which I can co-sign–despite its pandemic backdrop, which might sound like it could be stressful, this is a book I look forward to reading each night because I know it will take my mind off my worry du jour and give me a lot to think about while also being a ton of fun.Amy has nearly twenty years experience as an editor for digital publications, has published hundreds of essays for places including New York Times' "Modern Love" column and The Rumpus, and she currently works one-on-one with writers as an editor and writing coach. We covered:- Her really insightful take on how loving reading as a kid can lead to wanting to be a writer (I hadn't thought of it in this way before)- The mix of calling and coercion that got her to think beyond writing novels to also penning personal essays- Making the shift to freelancing as an editor, teacher, and book coach (and away from working for a publication for her primary income source)- Matching your writing goals to the time you have available (as someone who needs to work full-time, whether as a freelancer or an employee)- How to keep yourself accountable to your writing goals when you don't have a deadline- Using a 50-50 parenting agreement post-divorce as an "every other weekend writing retreat" Connect with Amy on Instagram @amyshearnwriters, Substack @amyshearn, or at amyshearnwriters.com. For full show notes with links to everything we discuss, plus bonus photos!, visit katehanley.substack.com. Thank you for listening! And thanks to this week's sponsor, Air Doctor Pro. Visit airdoctorpro.com and use code KATE to save 30% off an amazing indoor air filter *and* receive a free three-year warranty (an $84 value). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honor of Mother's Day this week, we revisit the story of one mom who went to extraordinary lengths to make sure her daughter always felt her love, even after she was gone. Each time Genevieve Kingston reached a milestone — a birthday, her first period, high school graduation, she'd reach into the box her mom had packed for her and pull out the note and gift that went with that occasion. Her mom had known she was dying of cancer, so during Kingston's childhood, she'd poured an incredible amount of care and creativity into the project. Today we hear Kingston's essay about the discoveries the box held for her, from her first birthday without her mom at age 12, into her 30s.  We also hear a mother's "Tiny Love Story" (a Modern Love essay in miniature) about trying to connect with her teenage son, and get his surprisingly thoughtful reaction.Listener Callout:How did your dad express his feelings? Tell us your story in a voice memo, and you might hear yourself in a future episode. For Father's Day, the Modern Love team is looking at different ways dads show their feelings, and we want to know about a moment when your dad opened up to you. Where were you? What did he do or say? How did you react? Did it have a lasting impact on you? And if you're a dad, how do you think about showing emotion or vulnerability when you're with your kids? Is it something you do intentionally? Does it feel easy? Hard? The deadline is May 15. Submission instructions are hereHow to submit a Modern Love Essay to the New York TimesHow to submit a Tiny Love Story Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Can love really be found again after heartbreak, age, or years of self-doubt? In this powerful and heartwarming episode of Mirror Talk: Soulful Conversations, Tobi sits down with Andrea McGinty, a true pioneer in modern matchmaking and the founder of It's Just Lunch and 33,000Dates.com. With over 30 years of experience and more than 10,000 marriages under her belt, Andrea reveals the wisdom behind creating lasting connections in today's ever-evolving dating world.From navigating online dating platforms to embracing practice dates for rebuilding self-confidence, Andrea shares actionable insights for anyone—especially those re-entering the dating world after major life changes. She talks candidly about the challenges of online dating for older adults, the role of emotional baggage, and the importance of aligning values before jumping back into the dating pool.Whether you're looking for love, learning to love yourself again, or offering support to someone who is, this conversation offers both hope and strategy. Discover why your second act might just be the best one yet.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2580: Alysha Jeney explores the often messy terrain of staying friends with an ex, emphasizing the importance of self-honesty and emotional clarity over one-size-fits-all rules. Through therapeutic insight, she encourages reflection on personal motives and boundaries, offering thoughtful guidance on navigating new relationships without dragging in unresolved baggage from the past. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.modernlovecounseling.com/the-ex-should-you-stay-friends-with-them/ Quotes to ponder: "Every person is different, every relationship is different, every scenario has its own complications and complexities." "If you find it is important to maintain relationships with your ex's, please take a moment to reflect and ask yourself why." "Starting a new relationship with someone when you are either A) not over your ex, or B) are playing games to mask insecurities, are not the best foundational blocks to start your new connection on." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In all of our episodes, we've yet to discuss something that so many of us crave, sometimes struggle with, and are also absolutely meant to experience—love and connection.Today's guest had us at…“The biggest predictor of your dating success is… your ENERGY.”Umm… YES. And where were you when we were looking for our forever after?!Say hello to Amy Nobile Messing, the founder of Love, Amy — a dating coaching service that is seriously changing the game. Amy's not your typical ‘dating coach' — she's your right-hand wing woman, your cheerleader, your truth-teller — and she approaches dating in the most soul-centered, real, and refreshing way.Amy blends the energy of human connection with the realities of modern-day dating apps — and trust us, you are going to want her secrets. She's here to help you figure out who you really are, what you truly want, and how to actually enjoy the journey of finding your person.Plus, Amy's an Oprah-featured, best-selling author, a total communications guru, a podcast host, and, oh yeah — she's also super tuned in on a spiritual and intuitive level.. That means when you work with her, Spirit might just have a few things to say to you that will end up helping your love life, too.What makes Amy's approach so powerful is that she helps you explore:Who you really are — beneath the patterns and personasWhat you truly want — from your heart and your soulHow to stay grounded and aligned as you seek meaningful connectionAnd spoiler alert: it all starts with how you show up energetically.Whether you're new to dating, re-entering the world of relationships, or simply curious about calling in deeper, truer love — this episode offers a new lens for understanding your love life… and yourself.Your soul story starts now.MORE FROM AMY NOBILE MESSINGVisit loveamy.co to find out more about Amy's offerings, books, podcast and more!Listen to Amy's podcast: It Only Takes OneFollow her on Instagram @love.amy.nyc Make sure you're FOLLOWING Seeking Center, The Podcast, so you never miss an episode of life changing conversations, aha moments, and some deep soul wisdom. Visit theseekingcenter.com for more from Robyn + Karen, plus mega inspo -- and the best wellness + spiritual practitioners, products and experiences on the planet! You can also follow Seeking Center on Instagram @theseekingcenter.

In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Cameron and Nathan dive deep into the theological roots of Western love, exposing how today's culture has redefined love using borrowed Christian language—without the God who gives it meaning. Drawing from philosophers like Simon May and theologians such as N.T. Wright, we challenge the four foundational assumptions about love in today's world: that it is unconditional, disinterested, all-affirming, and enduring. These ideas, often taken for granted, echo divine attributes that humans simply can't sustain. As we attempt to live them out without God, we end up playing God ourselves—a move that leads not to freedom, but confusion and relational breakdown.Whether it's the phrase “love is love” or the cultural obsession with affirmation, this discussion unpacks how our post-Christian society has built a fragile theology of love on sand—and what Scripture says we should build instead. This is a must-listen for any Christian thinker, pastor, or layperson wrestling with the cultural narratives of identity, romance, and meaning.

It's been almost a year since Miranda July released her hit novel, “All Fours.” The novel features a woman in her mid-40s who heads out on a solo road trip across the country, only to stop at a roadside motel 30 minutes from her home. She winds up staying there for three weeks, exploring and questioning what she actually wants and needs out of midlife, things she can't really focus on when she's busy being a wife, a mom and a working artist. In the motel, she redecorates the room, designs her days the way she wants to and gets in touch with her changing desires.In the past year, this book has become a touchstone for how our culture addresses women in perimenopause. It's expanded beyond the page to a kind of movement. Soon after the book's release, women started writing to July with their own stories. She started a Substack to keep those conversations going. People organized discussion groups all over the world called All Fours Group Chats. Hats were made. “All Fours” was shortlisted for the National Book Award, and it's currently being adapted into a limited TV series. The paperback version of the novel will be released May 13.In this week's episode of Modern Love, July talks about the anger and desire that shaped the writing of “All Fours.” And she reflects on why this novel is inspiring to some, and threatening to others, in this cultural moment. Listener Callout:How did your dad express his feelings? Tell us your story in a voice memo, and you might hear yourself in a future episode. For Father's Day, the Modern Love team is looking at different ways dads show their feelings, and we want to know about a moment when your dad opened up to you. Where were you? What did he do or say? How did you react? Did it have a lasting impact on you? And if you're a dad, how do you think about showing emotion or vulnerability when you're with your kids? Is it something you do intentionally? Does it feel easy? Hard? The deadline is May 15. Submission instructions are here.Here's how to submit a Modern Love essay to The New York Times.Here's how to submit a Tiny Love Story. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

S4 Ep#5Want to be a guest on the podcast? Send Andrew a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/anonymousandrewpodcastPlease buy me a cup of coffee!Proud Member of the Podmatch Network!In this episode of the Digital Dating Podcast, host Anonymous Andrew welcomes mental health counselor and author Philip Quinones. They discuss the complexities of modern dating, including the challenges couples face, the impact of social movements on relationships, and the rise of polyamory. Philip shares his insights on dating as an exchange of goods and services, the importance of understanding deal breakers, and the need for deeper connections in relationships. The conversation highlights the evolving landscape of dating and relationships in contemporary society. In this conversation, Phillip Quinones and Andrew discuss the evolving landscape of modern relationships, including the acceptance of polygamy and polyamory, the impact of COVID-19 on social interactions, and the common communication breakdowns in marriages. They explore how societal norms are shifting, the importance of validation in relationships, and strategies for effective communication.Phillips Websitehttps://pqcoachingandconsulting.com/LinkedinAnonymous Andrew Podcast StudiosDigital Dating Podcast w/Anonymous AndrewCultimatum Podcast-The Culture of CultsThe Weekend Rant with Anonymous AndrewWebsite: https://www.anonymousandrewpodcast.comInstagram: @anonymousandrewpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@anonymousandrewpodcastThreads: @anonymousandrewpodcastFacebook: facebook.com/anonymousandrewpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1910498486077283YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@anonymousandrewpodcastLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-peters-a8a012285/X: @AAndrewpodcastGraphics design & promotions: Melody PostMusic by: freebeats.io

This week, we're diving into Desperately Seeking Susan and You've Got Mail, two classic rom-coms whose love stories, driven by the communication tech of their time, hilariously prove that sometimes love is spelled "F-O-X". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode 117 of The Orgasmic Lifestyle Podcast with Venus O'Hara. In this New Moon episode, we discuss sleep. We speak with Morgan Adams, who is a sleep coach. I also review the book ‘Speaking from the Heart: 18 Languages for Modern Love' by Anne Hodder-Shipp, who is a future podcast guest. The episode concludes with a guided meditation featuring affirmations to promote a relaxing night's sleep.

Welcome to PTBN Pop's Video Jukebox Song of The Day! Every weekday will be featuring a live watch of a great and memorable music video. On today's episode, Andy Atherton is watching “Modern Love” by David Bowie from 1983.   The YouTube link for the video is below so you can watch along! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HivQqTtiHVw

The tension between traditional and contemporary relationships mirrors Schrödinger's cat—simultaneously alive and dead, confined yet free. Modern love exists in superposition: swiping through infinite potentials while haunted by ancestral scripts whispering of betrothal and duty.

The tension between traditional and contemporary relationships mirrors Schrödinger's cat—simultaneously alive and dead, confined yet free. Modern love exists in superposition: swiping through infinite potentials while haunted by ancestral scripts whispering of betrothal and duty.

Download my FREE 'Dick Magnet Subliminal Affirmations' at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://georgelizos.com/dickmagnet⁠⁠⁠In this deeply honest episode of Can't Host, writer and therapist Wayne Scott opens up about the complexities of queer identity beyond binary labels like "gay" or "straight." Reflecting on his journey of coming out later in life while raising children and navigating a heterosexual marriage, Wayne shares the nuances of bisexuality, the pain of having his truth oversimplified, and the liberation found in embracing his queerness. We explore how shame has shaped—and ultimately evolved—his story, what it means to not “queer correctly,” and how he's reclaimed his narrative outside the confines of traditional queer tropes. For anyone questioning their identity within a straight relationship, this episode offers profound insight, compassion, and hope.Order my book 'Ancient Manifestation Secrets' and get a FREE past-life regression workshop to retrieve manifestation skills: https://georgelizos.com/ancientmanifestationsecretsJoin the Energy Work Membership: https://georgelizos.com/energy-work-membershipABOUT WAYNE SCOTTWayne Scott's writing has appeared in The Sun, Poets and Writers, The Psychotherapy Networker, Huffington Post, and The Oregonian, among others. His New York Times essay, “Two Open Marriages in One Small Room” (January 2020) was adapted for the Modern Love podcast and read by Edoardo Ballerini (summer 2021). He is a writer, psychotherapist, and teacher in Portland, Oregon.Website: https://www.waynescottwrites.com/Instagram: @waynejosephscottCONNECT WITH ME Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/georgelizos/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://georgelizos.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@iamgeorgelizos⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.yourspiritualtoolkit.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MY BOOKS Be The Guru: ⁠⁠⁠https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1TtCjLightworkers Gotta Work: ⁠⁠⁠https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1TmKfProtect Your Light: ⁠⁠⁠https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1TmJdSecrets of Greek Mysticism: ⁠⁠⁠https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1uPvrAncient Manifestation Secrets: https://2ly.link/1zCVg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Léman était l'invité du Double Expresso RTL2 ce vendredi 25 avril. Le chanteur est venu présenter son single "Les étoiles", sorti le 24 janvier dernier, qu'il a interprété en live pour les auditeurs de RTL2. Actuellement en tournée, il montera sur la scène de La Cigale à Paris le 30 octobre prochain, et sera également à l'affiche du Festival de Nîmes le 11 juillet en première partie de Michel Polnareff. L'info du matin - Erika Moulet et Sylvain Alexis ont présenté un patch capable de deviner les émotions humaines, idéal pour mieux cerner les gens autour de vous. Le winner du jour : - En Espagne, un homme s'est présenté à la police, chemise déchirée, affirmant avoir été kidnappé... simplement pour éviter d'expliquer à sa femme ce qu'il avait fait de sa nuit. - Un producteur japonais de 33 ans, fan du boys band Chocorabi, s'est offert une Ferrari à 250 000 € après 10 ans d'économies... qui a pris feu lors de sa première sortie. Le flashback d'avril 1983 - Sortie de l'album "Let's Dance" de David Bowie, avec les titres "Modern Love", "China Girl" et "Let's Dance". Les savoirs inutiles : - Avant de désigner une partie de l'anatomie masculine en argot, le mot « braquemart » désignait une épée courte et large utilisée au Moyen Âge, portée à la ceinture. Le jeu surprise : Julien de Nantes repart avec une enceinte MINO T de Lexon. La banque RTL2 : - Alexia de Toutainville vers Caen gagne 250 €. - Gaëlle de Poitiers gagne 400 €. Distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

KC Davis is a therapist and author known for her practical, empathetic advice on dealing with clutter, even when you are feeling like too much of a mess yourself to take care of the mess in your home. Her TikTok videos on the subject have been viewed millions of times. But lately, Davis has been talking and writing about our relationships not just to the objects in our lives, but to the people, too.In her new book, “Who Deserves Your Love: How to Create Boundaries to Start, Strengthen, or End Any Relationship,” Davis tries to disentangle the popular understanding of boundaries, saying the concept is widely misunderstood. She offers a guide to forming and keeping boundaries that help readers better navigate their conflicts with other people.On this episode of “Modern Love," Davis tells us what she thinks we get wrong about boundaries and how we should be thinking about them instead. She reads the Modern Love essay “Is My Husband a Doormat?” about a sudden argument between a couple 20 years into their relationship and talks about how boundaries can help defuse such situations. Davis also tells us how boundaries helped heal her own relationship with her father.The author of today's featured essay, Lidija Hilje, has a new novel coming out in July called “Slanting Towards the Sea.“For an upcoming episode about location sharing, the Modern Love team wants to hear your location-sharing story. Did something happen that made you regret sharing your location with someone? Was there a moment when you were thankful that you had? Where were you? What happened? How did your relationship change as a result? The deadline is May 1. Submission instructions are here.Here's how to submit a Modern Love essay to The New York TimesHere's how to submit a Tiny Love Story Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

In this episode, Steph + Han sit down with internationally bestselling author Joy Callaway for a lively, heartfelt conversation about her upcoming TWO book releases—The Star of Camp Greene (May 6) and Sing Me Home to Carolina (June 10). Joy delves into her foray from historical into contemporary fiction, the inspiration behind her sparkling stories, and marketing beyond social media. We also gleaned her sage advice for contemporary authors looking to dabble in historical tales. Plus, we peeled back the curtain on book tours! Whether you're a longtime fan or new to Joy's work, this is a must-listen episode filled with warmth, wit, and behind-the-scenes insights into a writer's world!Thank you so much for listening, bookish besties! Find Joy Callaway on InstagramToday's Solid Sponsor:Today's episode of the Booked Solid podcast is brought to you by Kelly Greer, travel designer with Holiday Road Adventures. Get Booked Solid—on your perfect getaway!“Traveling leaves you speechless and then turns you into a storyteller.” — Kelly GreerFind Kelly on her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and/or email her directly with inquiries: kelly.greer@holidayroadadventures.com.Find us on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bookedsolidpod⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hannahbooksit⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@stephanienmack⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Hannah's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Stephanie's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Today's Solid Books:Sing Me Home to Carolina by Joy CallawayThe Star of Camp Greene by Joy CallawayWhat the Mountains Remember by Joy CallawayAll the Pretty Places by Joy CallawayThe Fifth Avenue Artists Society by Joy CallawaySecret Sisters by Joy CallawayThe Grand Design by Joy Callaway

Today we're talking about the reality of parenting while disabled. My guest is Jessica Slice, the author of the new book Unfit Parent: A Disabled Mother Challenges an Inaccessible World. A writer, advocate, and disabled mother who challenges the way society defines “fit” parenting, Jessica's work has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Disability Visibility.  In this episode, Jessica opens up about the unique challenges disabled parents face, from the obstacles within the process of becoming parents to navigating a world that often feels inaccessible. We also talk about how disabled parents are often excluded from mainstream parenting conversations and why they face heightened scrutiny from Child Protective Services. Jessica shares her powerful perspective on creative adaptation — a mindset that empowers disabled parents to create a parenting approach that works for them, rather than trying to conform to systems that weren't built with their needs in mind. Whether you're a disabled parent, raising a disabled child, or just wanting to learn how to be a more informed and supportive ally, this episode is filled with Jessica's honest insights and practical wisdom that challenge outdated ideas of what makes a “good” parent.   About Jessica Slice Jessica Slice is a disabled mom and author of Unfit Parent: A Disabled Mother Challenges an Inaccessible World. She is also the co-author of Dateable: Swiping Right, Hooking Up, and Settling Down and This is How We Play, as well as the forthcoming This is How We Talk and We Belong, which was co-authored with the late Judy Heumann. She has been published in Modern Love, the New York Times, the Washington Post, Alice Wong's bestselling Disability Visibility, Glamour, Cosmopolitan, and more. She lives in Toronto with her family.   Things you'll learn from this episode Why disabled parents are not often part of the mainstream parenting conversations What are the challenges that disabled parents face when they're starting the process of becoming parents Why disabled parents face more threats from Child Protective Services, and why demanding that someone parent without help can be considered discriminatory How being disabled prepares potential parents for the parenting journey What creative adaptation is and how it can give disabled parents the freedom to build their life from scratch How non-disabled parents can support the disabled parents in their communities   Resources mentioned Unfit Parent: A Disabled Mother Challenges an Inaccessible World by Jessica Slice Jessica Slice's website Jessica Slice writes about disability, parenting, and poems Jessica on Instagram Demystifying Disability: What to Know, What to Say, and How to be an Ally by Emily Ladau Emily Ladau on Demystifying Disability: What to Know, What to Say, and How to be an Ally (Tilt Parenting Podcast) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us a textIn this episode, Billy catches up with the lovely Renay and things get real. From AI giving better relationship advice than your bestie, to how technology might actually be the thing saving our situationships—nothing is off-limits. We also get into friendship dynamics, Renay's upcoming birthday (turn up loading

How does disability affect parenting, and what can disabled parents teach us all about parenthood? Jessica Slice, author of the new book UNFIT PARENT, discusses her journey as a disabled parent and the incredible joy she's found along the way. Jessica Slice is a disabled author, speaker, and essayist. She has been published in Modern Love, The New York Times and The Washington Post among many others. Jessica and Margaret discuss: Her journey towards accepting her disabled status How her disability prepared her for parenthood in an unexpected way How disabled parents are stigmatized and targeted by society Here's where you can find Jessica: www.jessicaslice.com @jessicaslice on IG Buy UNFIT PARENT: https://bookshop.org/a/12099/9780807013243 Rachel Fairbank for National Geographic: "What Is POTS? This Strange Disorder Has Doubled Since the Pandemic" We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Margaret Ables and Amy Wilson. mom friends, funny moms, parenting advice, parenting experts, parenting tips, mothers, families, parenting skills, parenting strategies, parenting styles, busy moms, self-help for moms, manage kid's behavior, teenager, tween, child development, family activities, family fun, parent child relationship, decluttering, kid-friendly, invisible workload, default parent, parental stress, disability, disability awareness, disabled parenting, disabled parent, parenting while disabled #jessicaslice #unfitparent #disabledparenting #booksbydisabledauthors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Relationships are messy - gay or straight! So what happens when you have that candid conversation with your spouse, letting her know that your biseuxal, but you mutually decide that for the betterment of each other, your family, and your future to have a non-monogamous open marriage? What could go wrong? What could go right? Today's guest, and debut Author Wayne Scott, shares about his journey as a bisexual man, and how he and his spouse have navigate "The Maps They Gave Us - One Marriage Reimagined. In this podcast you'll learn: How to make your marriage or relationship, anything you want it to be Two lessons that have had the most profound impact on his relationship Why divorce should not be a social evil Tune in now & get your non-monogamy insights for making it work. About Wayne WAYNE SCOTT's essays have appeared in numerous publications, including The New York Times, Huffington Post, The Sun, and The University of Chicago Magazine. His New York Times essay “Two Open Marriages in One Small Room” was adapted for the Modern Love podcast in 2021 and eventually “dutchified” for Modern Love (2022), a TV adaptation based in Amsterdam. Scott was also a Tin House Fellow in 2019. He continues to use his voice to inspire others to live and think outside of the bounds of normativity. Connect With Wayne Website Hey Guys, Check This Out! Are you a guy who keeps struggling to do that thing? You know the thing you keep telling yourself and others you're going to do, but never do? Then it's time to get real and figure out why. Join the 40 Plus: Gay Men Gay Talk, monthly chats. They happen the third Monday of each month at 5:00 pm Pacific - Learn More! Also, join our Facebook Community - 40 Plus: Gay Men, Gay Talk Community Break free of fears. Make bold moves. Live life without apologies

Mireille Silcoff recently wrote an article for The New York Times Magazine titled “Why Gen X Women Are Having the Best Sex.” At a time of life when many women describe feeling less visible and less desirable, Silcoff said, her life instead “exploded in a detonation of sex confetti.”On today's episode, Silcoff shares the juicy back story to her popular article, from her coming of age in Montreal to the surprising sexual resurgence she experienced after her divorce. Silcoff reflects on what it feels like to be a highly sexual person in her early 50s and tells us how being part of Gen X is central to her newfound freedom.For an upcoming episode about location sharing, the Modern Love team wants to hear your location-sharing story. Did something happen that made you regret sharing your location with someone? Was there a moment when you were thankful that you had? Where were you? What happened? How did your relationship change as a result? The deadline is May 1. Submission instructions are here.Here's how to submit a Modern Love essay to The New York Times.Here's how to submit a Tiny Love Story. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2554: Alysha Jeney explores the emotional complexities behind why women may leave seemingly ideal marriages, highlighting two key factors: the failure to communicate needs vulnerably and the realization that a “box-checked” life doesn't equal true fulfillment. Through her experience as a couples therapist, Jeney offers compassionate insight into how misaligned communication and suppressed desires can quietly erode even the most stable relationships. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.modernlovecounseling.com/why-women-leave/ Quotes to ponder: "Just because we are speaking, doesn't mean our vulnerability and intention is being heard." "They realize they have created a life that has only 'checked boxes' versus actually being fulfilling in a way they authentically desire." "Most of us don't know how to speak at a level 5 with our partner; most of us feel isolated or misunderstood by our partner at times." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Think dropping thousands of dollars on a matchmaker guarantees love? Think again. In this juicy episode, a former elite matchmaker to the ultra-wealthy pulls back the velvet curtain on the wild world of high-stakes dating. From ghosted millionaires to clients who refuse second dates with perfect matches, she shares the real drama behind the glam. With over 5,000 love-seeking souls coached, she's seen it all—and she's spilling her most surprising, hilarious, and brutally honest lessons about modern romance.  With @carolynhori

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2553: Alysha Jeney explores why some women choose to leave marriages that, from the outside, seem ideal. Through her experience as a relationship therapist, she identifies a recurring pattern, women feeling disconnected from their evolving identities and unsupported in their desire to rediscover themselves. This emotional isolation can quietly erode even the most stable partnerships. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.modernlovecounseling.com/why-women-leave/ Quotes to ponder: "They feel vulnerable, conflicted with the newness they have tapped into, but also feel embarrassed or ashamed due to their perceived partner's neglect in exploring this side with them." "After years of attempting to restructure her sense of self and feeling insecure and isolated by her partner, she may find herself wanting to end her marriage because she feels there is no other option to feel empowered, confident, and authentic again." "This new part of themselves can be as simple as gaining new hobbies; a new friend group; a new job; a new sense of confidence." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Neurochemistry of Romantic Addiction Limerence, that intoxicating cocktail of dopamine and delusion, mirrors cocaine's grip on the brain. Functional MRI scans reveal CPTSD survivors exhibit 300% higher dopamine reactivity in romantic contexts—a biochemical echo of childhood neglect seeking salvation through intermittent rewards.

The Neurochemistry of Romantic Addiction Limerence, that intoxicating cocktail of dopamine and delusion, mirrors cocaine's grip on the brain. Functional MRI scans reveal CPTSD survivors exhibit 300% higher dopamine reactivity in romantic contexts—a biochemical echo of childhood neglect seeking salvation through intermittent rewards.

Nick and Jonathan react to Evan Mobley surpassing Draymond Green as the favorite for DPOY. Also, they discuss the fans at a Cubs game that went viral, and they react to the Guardians sweeping the White Sox in their first home series of the season.

Nick and Jonathan discuss the fans at a Cubs game that went viral for sharing a hot dog.

As U.S. poet laureate, Ada Limón has had a far-reaching impact. She has visited readers and writers across the country, installed poems at majestic sites in national parks, and she even wrote a poem that's engraved inside a NASA spacecraft on its way to Jupiter.Today on the show, though, our host Anna Martin talks with Limón about something more personal and intimate: What happens when writers fall hopelessly in love. She reads a Modern Love essay about a novelist whose debilitating crush on a poet gives her a bad case of writer's block (before leaving her with a badly broken heart). Limón also tells Anna why feeling anger and grief when we're despairing can be the path to feeling more alive, and she explains why a pair of old sweatpants belong in a love poem as much as bees and flowers do.Ada Limón's recent book, “You Are Here: Poetry in the Natural World” can be found here.Lily King's Modern Love essay, “An Empty Heart Is One That Can Be Filled” can be found here. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

On April 21st, the we will be doing our very first live speaking event at the renowned 92nd Street Y in New York City. We’ll be joined by one of our favorite podcasters and storytellers of all time, Anna Martin (from the hit New York Times podcast Modern Love). You can get your tickets a 92NY.org/events/podcrushed. Can’t wait to see you there! Today we're handing our feed over to a show we think you’ll love: The Dylan Hour, a weekly cocktail party hosted by Dylan Mulvaney, from Lemonada Media. The Dylan Hour is a delightful, 1960s-inspired, pink confection of a podcast. In this fun weekly video podcast, Dylan sips and spills with some of her favorite girls, gays, and theys — featuring pop stars, Broadway belters, actors, authors, like Glennon Doyle, Margaret Cho and even her own dad! In fact, this week we’re sharing the episode of Dylan chatting with her dad, Jim Mulvaney. Tune in to hear Dylan and her dad swap stories, including his encounter with Stevie Nicks and how he unknowingly inspired Dylan's expensive taste. After you listen, be sure to search for The Dylan Hour wherever you get your podcasts, watch every episode on YouTube, or head to: https://lemonada.lnk.to/TheDylanHourfdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do we find joy after the loss of our person? Debbie Weiss, a former lawyer & author shares her experience through grief after the loss of her husband, George. Debbie turned to writing with essays published in The New York Times' “Modern Love” column, HuffPost, Woman's Day, Good Housekeeping, Elle Decor, and Reader's Digest. Debbie has also taken her journey through grief and written the book, Available As Is, which is a memoir about searching for love after loss and finding yourself. Listen as we talk about: How Debbie coped with the initial shock of her husband's passing Dating after loss & navigating your way through grief while dating Practical tips to ease back into dating The self discovery and awareness that occurs on your healing journey Learn more about Debbie Weiss: Website: Debbie Weiss Author Facebook: Debbie Weiss Instagram: Debbie Weiss Author LinkedIn: Debbie Weiss Writer Resources: Join The Widows Membership: https://www.karensutton.co.uk/the-widow-membership Website: https://www.karensutton.co.uk/

Growing up, Jamie Shandro was interested in science, while her younger brother, Tim, liked art. When they were in their twenties, they both landed in Seattle: Jamie for medical school and Tim for art school. They were closer than ever. But as Jamie was finishing up a rotation in psychiatry, Tim started behaving strangely.In this episode of Modern Love, Jamie tells the story of the frightening onset of her little brother's mental illness and the parts of his personality and creativity that remain. Plus, she talks about how helping Tim has shaped her, as a person, and a doctor.This episode is adapted from Jamie Shandro's 2025 essay My Brother Has Schizophrenia. This Is How I Love Him.Here's how to submit a Modern Love essay to The New York TimesHere's how to submit a Tiny Love Story Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

If you know one thing about the country musician Orville Peck, it's probably that he wears a mask. Peck has long kept himself shrouded in mystery, shielding his face from the public and revealing few details about his past. His music, however, is full of emotional honesty and vulnerability — he told the Modern Love podcast that most of his lyrics are about his life — and his songs are imbued with a deep sense of longing.In this episode, Peck talks about why country music uniquely captures our complicated feelings about love, and why love and pain are so often intertwined. He reads a Modern Love essay, “Strung Out on Love and Checked In for Treatment” by Rachel Yoder, about love addiction, and discusses what it takes to pull yourself from its distressing grip.Here's how to submit a Modern Love essay to The New York TimesHere's how to submit a Tiny Love Story Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Send us a textIn this episode, Mandy welcomes Paul Rudnick back to the show to discuss his hilarious new novel What Is Wrong With You?SynopsisA tech billionaire and the flight attendant he's marrying. A TV superhero who used to be married to the flight attendant. A Manhattan book editor and the sensitivity associate who got him fired. A twenty-three-year-old wild child prodigy who's perhaps the savior of American literature. A vengeful Arkansas sheriff who sells a vitamin-enriched, ten-pounds-off-today demulsifier. A Wall Street bro who raps on TikTok. Two dentists—possibly stalking each other.What do these people have in common? Invited or not, they're all headed to the most anticipated destination wedding ever, on the billionaire's private island, to seek romance, to cause mayhem, and to figure out everyone else's futures and maybe even their own.Find out what happens in Paul Rudnick's heartfelt new novel, which dares to pose the question essential to anyone who's ever been in love: What Is Wrong with You?To get your copy of What Is Wrong With You? visit your local independent bookstore. The novel is available on March 25, 2025, from Simon & Schuster.Paul RudnickWhat Is Wrong With You?, Paul RudnickThe Dutch House, Ann PatchettLong Island Compromise, Taffy Brodesser-AknerStag Dance, Torrey PetersOur Evenings, Alan Hollinghurst Miranda July Books                                                                                                                                                                                    Support the showThe Bookshop PodcastMandy Jackson-BeverlySocial Media Links

Natasha Rothwell plays characters who are constantly trying to improve and to better understand their desires. This season on “The White Lotus,” Rothwell, an Emmy-nominated actress, is back playing Belinda, a striving spa manager with dreams of becoming her own boss. Ambitions like these are relatable to Rothwell, who created and starred in her own show, “How to Die Alone.” But as she and her characters have learned, going after what you want often means changing your priorities and steering away from certain types of people.Today on the show, Rothwell reads Jasmine Browley's Modern Love essay, “I Decentered Men. Decentering Desire for Men Is Harder,” about the challenges and joys of putting your own needs first. And Rothwell tells Anna Martin how vision boarding has helped her center herself.Here's how to submit a Modern Love essay to The New York Times.Here's how to submit a Tiny Love Story. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

On her fourth solo album, “Forever Is a Feeling” (out March 28), Lucy Dacus contemplates the fears and delights that go along with falling hard for someone. The song “Best Guess” celebrates the leap of faith involved in committing to a partner with the knowledge that both of you will change over time. And in another track called “Talk,” a couple realizes they've grown apart because they have nothing more to say to each other.In this episode, Dacus reads Molly Pascal's Modern Love essay “How the ‘Dining Dead' Got Talking Again,” about a couple who sets out to bring conversation back into their marriage. And Dacus tells Anna Martin why she's not afraid to put in the work for long-term love.Lucy Dacus' fourth solo album, “Forever Is a Feeling,” is out March 28.Molly Pascal's essay can be found here.Here's how to submit a Modern Love essay to The New York Times.Here's how to submit a Tiny Love Story. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

When Samaiya Mushtaq was growing up, she imagined marrying a kind Muslim man, and at 21, she did. But while studying to become a psychiatrist in medical school, she realized her husband couldn't meet her emotional needs — something she deeply craved. Despite the shame she felt, she got a divorce.In this episode, Mushtaq shares the twists and turns of her unexpected second chance at love, where service is at the center. From working in health care during the pandemic to building a family to undertaking harrowing service trips to Gaza, she found what she truly needed in a marriage — only after letting go of what she thought she wanted.Samaiya Mushtaq's memoir will be published by Daybreak Press next winter.This episode was inspired by her 2023 essay, “Must We Feel Shame Over Divorce?”Here's how to submit a Modern Love essay to The New York TimesHere's how to submit a Tiny Love Story Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

In the movie “His Three Daughters,” Carrie Coon's character, Katie, has rigid ideas about who her sisters are and what they're capable of. When the women reunite to care for their dying father, those ideas become a barrier to true connection and care for each other.In this episode, Coon reads the Modern Love essay “A Family Label, Ungarbled” by Harriet Brown. Growing up, the author was never sure she could feel real love. It took breaking out of her mother's ideas of her, and the birth of her daughter, to learn what love meant. Coon relates the essay to her own experience, describing her early dating life as tumultuous and recalling relationships she continued out of pity rather than love. Until one day, Coon got a letter from her grandmother that changed everything.Here's how to submit a Modern Love essay to The New York TimesHere's how to submit a Tiny Love Story Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.