Aug 8, 2024

Recommendations

The 10 best relationship podcasts to stream right now

Emily Luk

CPA, CFA - CEO and Cofounder of Plenty

Emily Luk

CPA, CFA - CEO and Cofounder of Plenty

Whether you’re after laughs, therapy-grade advice, or raw storytelling, these relationship podcasts dive deep into the ups, downs, and everything in between. Here’s our pick of unique listens that are more than just talk.

  1. "Where Should We Begin?"
    Host:
    Esther Perel
    Description: Renowned psychotherapist Esther Perel brings listeners into real, anonymous couples' therapy sessions, offering a raw, unfiltered look at love, conflict, and healing.
    Why We Recommend It: It’s like eavesdropping on the most compelling therapy sessions, with Perel's insights leaving you thinking long after each episode.

  1. "The Love, Happiness, and Success Podcast"
    Host:
    Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby
    Description: Dr. Bobby, a marriage counselor and psychologist, gives advice on building happier relationships, covering everything from dating to couples’ counseling.
    Why We Recommend It: Practical, grounded advice that feels like a mini therapy session you can carry in your pocket.

  1. "Modern Love"
    Host:
    Various Narrators
    Description: This New York Times podcast brings to life essays on love, heartbreak, and hope with celebrity narrations and updates on each story's real-life arc.
    Why We Recommend It: Each episode feels like a tiny love story—sometimes heartbreaking, often inspiring, always deeply human.

  1. "Dear Sugars"
    Host:
    Cheryl Strayed and Steve Almond
    Description: In this advice podcast, the dynamic duo tackles complex listener questions about love, loss, and everything in between, with empathy and hard-earned wisdom.
    Why We Recommend It: Honest, touching, and unafraid to dive deep, "Dear Sugars" is a guide for anyone navigating the messiness of relationships.

  1. "Love & other assets"
    Host:
    Emily Luk
    Description: A fresh look at the intersection of love and finance, exploring how couples can tackle everything from money stress to goal-setting in a way that brings them closer.
    Why We Recommend It: Thought-provoking and surprisingly fun, this podcast makes money talk feel empowering for couples navigating finances together.

  1. "Relationship School Podcast"
    Host:
    Jayson Gaddis
    Description: This podcast is all about emotional growth, with Gaddis interviewing experts and tackling questions around communication, intimacy, and personal development.
    Why We Recommend It: Gaddis' advice cuts through the fluff, making this a no-nonsense guide for anyone wanting to strengthen their relationships.

  1. "Why Won't You Date Me?"
    Host:
    Nicole Byer
    Description: Comedian Nicole Byer dives into the hilarities and headaches of the dating world, with humor, charm, and some seriously outrageous stories from her love life.
    Why We Recommend It: Hilarious, raw, and wholly relatable, Byer’s take on dating will make anyone feel a little better about their own romantic misadventures.

  1. "How’s Work?"
    Host:
    Esther Perel
    Description: Perel brings her wisdom to workplace dynamics, examining how our relationships at work often mirror those at home, with gripping real-life case studies.
    Why We Recommend It: It’s a fresh angle on relationships, helping listeners understand how love and work intersect in fascinating ways.

  1. "I Do"
    Host:
    Chase and Sarah Kosterlitz
    Description: A married couple talks to relationship experts, therapists, and authors, exploring topics from long-term love to intimacy and overcoming challenges.
    Why We Recommend It: Aimed at helping couples keep the spark alive, this show feels like a workshop for building love that lasts.

  1. "Marriage and Martinis"
    Host:
    Danielle and Adam Silverstein
    Description: In candid, often laugh-out-loud conversations, Danielle and Adam navigate the messy reality of marriage, kids, and everything in between.
    Why We Recommend It: Unfiltered and authentic, it’s a must-listen for anyone looking for relatable takes on the highs and lows of married life.


With these picks, there's something for every kind of listener, whether they're tuning in solo or with someone special.


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Emily Luk

CPA, CFA - CEO and Cofounder of Plenty

Emily is the ceo and cofounder of Plenty. Started by a husband and wife team, Plenty is a wealth platform built for modern couples to invest and plan towards their future, together. Previously, she was VP of Strategy and Operations at Even (acquired by Walmart/One) and a founding team member of Stripe's Growth and Finance & Strategy teams. She began her career as a VC, and was one of the youngest nationally to complete her CPA, CA and CFA designations.

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