Navigating love in the modern world can feel like decoding a foreign language. Whether you're in a relationship, recovering from one, or simply trying to strengthen the one you have with yourself, the search for guidance can be overwhelming. And while some turn to books, therapy, or their group chat, podcasts have become refreshingly honest, and often a surprisingly helpful way to make sense of it all. From therapist-led sessions to expert dating advice, these are the 10 relationship podcasts worth pressing play on.
We Need To Talk
When it comes to real conversations, Paul C. Brunson doesn’t shy away. The globally known matchmaker and TV personality dives into the hard but necessary relationship topics most people avoid—like self-worth, breakups, and navigating mental health within partnerships. With celebrity guests, comedians, and reality stars joining him for refreshingly honest discussions, We Need to Talk blends entertainment with real-world relationship advice. It’s the kind of podcast that offers both perspective and practical tools, whether you're deep into wedding planning or reevaluating what love looks like for you.
Relationships Made Easy
Dr. Abby Medcalf brings her decades of psychology experience to her refreshingly practical podcast Relationships Made Easy. She covers everything from attachment styles to self-acceptance, offering clear, effective advice that’s rooted in research. Whether you’re trying to communicate better, stop overthinking, or just feel more confident in your connections, this one’s like therapy in podcast form.
We Met at Acme
Hosted by millennial dating expert Lindsey Metselaar, We Met at Acme is part therapy, part group chat. Expect candid convos on modern dating, sex, red flags, and relationship dynamics—often delivered with wit and plenty of realness. Lindsey regularly welcomes a wide range of guests, from influencers like TINX to celebrities like Chelsea Handler and NYT bestselling author Jillian Turecki, who wrote It Begins With You, a book all about love and self-discovery. With personal stories, expert advice, and a focus on navigating relationships in today’s world, this podcast is like texting your most honest friend—if your friend also had a psychology degree and a mic.
The Mark Groves Podcast
With over 1 million Instagram followers, Mark Groves brings heart-centered insight to the emotional dynamics that shape modern relationships. Through solo episodes and guest interviews, he explores topics like boundaries, self-worth, and healing past wounds. In a powerful episode with relationship coach Mike Elliott, they delve into how childhood experiences influence adult partnerships, offering tools to rewire patterns and foster deeper connection. Whether you're navigating dating challenges or seeking emotional growth, The Mark Groves Podcast provides thoughtful conversations and practical guidance.
Where Should We Begin?
Ever wish you could be a fly on the wall in a real therapy session? World-renowned psychotherapist Esther Perel invites you into the room with real couples navigating everything from infidelity to communication breakdowns. Where Should We Begin? is intimate, raw, and always illuminating—with episodes tackling questions like “Did I get ghosted or is he just not that into me?”, “How many times can I forgive?”, and “When a turn-on becomes a turn-off.” It’s the kind of podcast that makes you reflect, feel, and maybe even text your therapist.
Jillian on Love
Certified relationship coach and NYT bestselling author Jillian Turecki is on a mission to help people build healthier relationships—starting with the one they have with themselves. Her podcast Jillian on Love is an extension of her acclaimed book It Begins With You: The 9 Hard Truths About Love That Will Change Your Life, mixing solo insights with expert interviews. Episodes offer practical advice on everything from choosing better partners to rebuilding after heartbreak. She’s also hosted notable guests like Mel Robbins, who breaks down her viral “Let Them” theory, making each conversation as insightful as it is actionable.
Dear Therapists
Dear Therapists tackles the kinds of relationship challenges that real couples and individuals face every day—from fear of intimacy and navigating divorce to learning how to love yourself. Hosted by Lori Gottlieb, author of the NYT bestselling book Maybe You Should Talk To Someone, and Guy Winch, author of the acclaimed self-help book Emotional First Aid, each episode follows a clear format: one problem, one therapy session, and one follow-up to see what actually helped. It’s smart, vulnerable, and packed with advice that feels genuinely useful—especially if you’re working through something yourself.
Sex with Emily
Hosted by Dr. Emily Morse, Sex with Emily is a long-running favorite that tackles sex, intimacy, and connection without shame. With over 15 years of episodes and a reputation as the #1 sexuality podcast on iTunes, Emily offers down-to-earth, expert-backed advice on everything from pleasure to communication to building deeper romantic bonds. It’s educational, approachable, and always empowering.
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Love Life
Love Life is a crowd favorite for a reason. Hosted by relationship coach and bestselling author Matthew Hussey, the podcast blends heartfelt advice with sharp, science-backed insights. Expect episodes on everything from spotting red flags and keeping someone’s attention to avoiding common dating mistakes and learning how to play it cool. Hussey sits down with a range of voices—authors, dating coaches, and podcast hosts like bestselling author Jay Shetty—for honest conversations that feel both practical and uplifting. Think of it as your personal relationship coach—especially for anyone deep in the dating game.
Dateable
Hosted by Yue Xu and Julie Krafchick, Dateable dives into the nuances of dating today—from app fatigue and anxious attachment to how expectations around love are shifting. With expert guests, real stories, and unfiltered discussions, the show feels like part dating lab, part support group. Whether you're figuring out your dating style or redefining what love looks like for you, this podcast offers the kind of clarity (and solidarity) that’s both validating and fun.
