For more than 20 years, the Modern Love column has given New York Times readers a glimpse into the complicated love lives of real people. Since its start, the column has evolved into a TV show, three books and a podcast. Each week, host Anna Martin brings you stories and conversations about love in all its glorious permutations, dumb pitfalls and life-changing moments. New episodes every Wednesday. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app.
In this podcast episode, Anna engages in a deep conversation with Andrew Garfield about his film "We Live in Time," which sparks his personal exploration of midlife. They delve into themes of intimacy, loss, and the complexities of human relationships, highlighting the genuine beauty of shared experiences while acknowl...
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This podcast episode delves into Gillian Anderson's transformative experiences in portraying bold characters and how they have impacted her understanding of sexuality, fostering an empowering dialogue about women's sexual fantasies through her book "Want." Gillian highlights the significance of embracing and sharing on...
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This podcast episode explores the complex relationships between culture, identity, and love as experienced by the speakers and their grandparents. It delves into the challenges of protecting loved ones, the significance of supporting them through life's transitions, and the importance of embracing authenticity. The epi...
This podcast episode features an interview with Emily Ratajkowski discussing topics such as divorce rings, gender roles in relationships, the desire for care, and the impact of gender stereotypes on parenting choices. Ratajkowski shares her personal experiences and challenges societal norms, highlighting the complexiti...
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This podcast episode delves into the topic of infidelity and its complex dynamics within relationships. Esther, the host, discusses the impact of language on expressing emotions and highlights the importance of using one's native language in therapy. The upcoming essay by Karin Jones explores infidelity from the perspe...
This podcast episode features Maya Hawke, who discusses her various acting roles, her nervous habit of talking fast, and how her chatter has influenced her work. The episode also explores the complexities of post-divorce relationships and co-parenting, challenging traditional notions of a clean break. Maya Hawke shares...
This podcast episode explores the themes of vulnerability, parenting, and the transformative power of love. The guest speaker, Penn Badgley, known for his brooding roles, reveals a departure from his dark persona in his essay for "Modern Love," which focuses on a father's journey of embracing vulnerability for the sake...
This podcast episode celebrates the 20th anniversary of Modern Love by exploring the connection between food and love. It features renowned chef and writer Samin Nosrat, who discusses her emotional connection to food and her admiration for the writing of Amy Krause Rosenthal. The episode also highlights the power of ti...
This captivating podcast episode, celebrating 20 years of Modern Love, delves into the poignant journey of falling in love and the complexities of heartbreak and healing. Grammy Award-winning musician Brittany Howard eloquently shares her personal experiences with fishing, which she draws parallels to the art of making...
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