Marriage and Sex in the Age of Ozempic

The podcast episode of The Daily, hosted by Rachel Abrams, features Lisa Miller discussing the impact of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic on relationships, focusing on one couple, Jean and Javier, who participated in a New York Times call-out. The discussion explores how Jean's weight loss journey, facilitated by the drug, affected her marriage, particularly regarding alcohol consumption, lifestyle preferences, and sexual intimacy. The narrative delves into their history, the changes they experienced, and their efforts to navigate the evolving dynamics through therapy, highlighting the broader implications of such transformations on romantic partnerships and the importance of flexibility. The episode concludes with updates on the couple's progress and a reflection on the personal significance of Jean's weight loss journey. Additionally, the episode covers brief news updates on Ghislaine Maxwell's appeal denial and the federal troop deployment to Chicago.