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Podcast: Modern Love
Description: For 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. 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. Listen to this podcast in New York Times Audio,
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Category: Society & Culture
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The Appeal of the Smaller Breasts: From ‘The Daily’ with full AI transcript and summary
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Update: 2024-12-25
Duration: 00:29:50
Shownotes: This week on the “Modern Love” podcast, we’re sharing an episode from another New York Times podcast: “The Daily.”For decades, breast augmentations have been one
Duration: 00:29:50
Shownotes: This week on the “Modern Love” podcast, we’re sharing an episode from another New York Times podcast: “The Daily.”For decades, breast augmentations have been one
of the most popular cosmetic surgeries in the United States. But in recent years, a new trend has emerged: the breast reduction. Lisa Miller, who reported the story for The Times, explores why this procedure has become so common with Rachel Abrams, the episode’s host.This episode originally aired Nov. 20, 2024. You can find “The Daily” wherever you listen to “Modern Love.”How 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.
Your Worst Dates Ever: With Joel Kim Booster with full AI transcript and summary
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Update: 2024-12-18
Duration: 00:32:55
Shownotes: It felt as if the dating world hit a breaking point this year. With news headlines like “Is Dating a Total Nightmare for You Right
Duration: 00:32:55
Shownotes: It felt as if the dating world hit a breaking point this year. With news headlines like “Is Dating a Total Nightmare for You Right
Now?” and “Why the Young and the Single Can’t Commit to Dating Apps” appearing frequently, it became clear that there was a lot of pent up frustration.We gave you all the opportunity to let it out, and asked you to send in voice memos about your worst dates. We enlisted the help of the actor Joel Kim Booster, who hosts the podcast Bad Dates, to turn your worst dates into tidbits of wisdom for a brand-new year of dating in 2025.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.
Dating Apps Suck. A.I. Clones Are Making Them Even Weirder. with full AI transcript and summary
Update: 2024-12-11
Duration: 00:33:30
Shownotes: Fake profiles. Unresponsive texters. Boring conversations. An endless stream of dudes on boats holding the fish they’ve caught. Talk to single people using dating apps,
Duration: 00:33:30
Shownotes: Fake profiles. Unresponsive texters. Boring conversations. An endless stream of dudes on boats holding the fish they’ve caught. Talk to single people using dating apps,
and they are likely to tell you that the experience is awful, but that they have to be there. Dating apps are just how singles meet one another these days. But what if artificial intelligence could fix modern dating? The Times reporter Eli Tan explored that hypothesis.Eli joined several new dating apps that seek to duplicate a user’s personality via chatbot and let the A.I. clone do the dating. He also received flirting advice from a squadron of A.I. dating coaches. He used that advice on real dates, actually trying to find a connection, to see how the A.I.’s guidance held up.On this episode of Modern Love, Eli tells us what happened when he revealed his use of A.I. to his dates, and whether the technology may actually push us toward more authentic interactions on the apps.How 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.
Three Powerful Lessons About Love (Encore) with full AI transcript and summary
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Update: 2024-12-04
Duration: 00:35:17
Shownotes: When Daniel Jones started the Modern Love column in 2004, he called for submissions and hoped the idea would catch on. Twenty years and over
Duration: 00:35:17
Shownotes: When Daniel Jones started the Modern Love column in 2004, he called for submissions and hoped the idea would catch on. Twenty years and over
a thousand published essays later, Modern Love is a trove of real-life love stories.Jones has put so much of himself into editing the column over the years, but as he tells Anna Martin, the host of the “Modern Love” podcast, the stories shared in the columns have influenced him, too. Today, he talks about three Modern Love essays that have changed the way he thinks about love and relationships.Read the essays below:One Bouquet of Fleeting Beauty, PleaseNursing a Wound in an Appropriate SettingMy First Lesson in Motherhood How 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.
Thanksgiving With My Wife and Girlfriend with full AI transcript and summary
Update: 2024-11-20
Duration: 00:52:09
Summary: In this episode, Townsend Davis shares his deeply personal journey as a caregiver for his wife, Bridget, diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's. The narrative reflects on
Duration: 00:52:09
Summary: In this episode, Townsend Davis shares his deeply personal journey as a caregiver for his wife, Bridget, diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's. The narrative reflects on
their once whimsical marriage and how love evolves through adversity. Bridget's encouragement for Townsend to find new love leads to his relationship with Deb. The Thanksgiving dinner, where Townsend invites both women, highlights the complexities of his family dynamics and the evolving nature of love amidst challenging circumstances.
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Shownotes: Townsend Davis had been married for more than a decade when his wife, Bridget, was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. Their lives changed immediately. Townsend
became Bridget’s caregiver, sorting her medication day after day, making their home accessible, and finding someone to look after her while he worked and raised their sons. He was committed to Bridget, and wanted to be there for her as her condition progressed.One day, not long after her diagnosis, Bridget told Townsend she wanted him eventually to find a new partner. But Townsend couldn’t imagine it. Searching for another love seemed too complicated, and he was focused on caring for Bridget and raising their family.Then, years later, Townsend met Deb.On this episode of Modern Love, Townsend explains what it was like to forge a new partnership as he remained married to Bridget, and what happened when he brought his wife and his girlfriend together for a Thanksgiving dinner.This episode is adapted from Townsend’s Modern Love essay from 2024, “A Family Dinner With My Wife and Girlfriend.”Modern Love is looking for your stories! We’re working on an episode about the dating memories you want to forget. We want to know: What was the worst date you went on this year? What happened? And what are you trying to do differently when it comes to love in the new year? Whether you’re singled or partnered, tell us about your bad dates. Send us your story by recording a voice memo and emailing it to [email protected]. Please include your name and where you’re based. You might hear your voice on a future episode of Modern Love.How 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.
He Saved Me. Now It Was My Turn to Save Him. with full AI transcript and summary
Update: 2024-11-13
Duration: 00:38:30
Summary: In this episode of Modern Love, Laura Cathcart Robbins shares her journey of overcoming Ambien addiction amid a difficult divorce and custody battle. Checking into
Duration: 00:38:30
Summary: In this episode of Modern Love, Laura Cathcart Robbins shares her journey of overcoming Ambien addiction amid a difficult divorce and custody battle. Checking into
rehab, she confronts her emotional struggles and forms a significant bond with fellow patient Scott, who provides unexpected comfort. As she navigates the intense emotions of her situation, including a poignant farewell to her children, Laura realizes the importance of human connection in recovery. The episode explores themes of resilience, love, and the transformative power of relationships during personal crises, ultimately reflecting Laura's determination to support Scott as he faces his own challenges.
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Shownotes: When Laura Cathcart Robbins checked into rehab for a severe Ambien addiction, all she could think about was getting out and going home to her
two young sons. Laura was also in the middle of a divorce and facing a possible custody battle so she wasn’t looking to make her life more complicated. Laura tells the host Anna Martin about the unexpected bond she formed during the worst 30 days of her life and what happened when she came out the other side.This episode is adapted from Laura’s 2024 essay, “Marriage Made an Actor Out of Me.” Her memoir, “Stash: My Life in Hiding” is available now, and she hosts a podcast called “The Only One in the Room.”What were your worst dates of 2024? We’re working on an episode about the dating memories you want to forget. We want to know: What was the worst date you went on this year? What happened? And what do you want to do differently when it comes to love in the new year? You don’t have to be single to share your story. If you’re partnered and went on an awful date, we want to hear from you, too. Send us your story by recording a voice memo (just a few minutes long) and emailing it to [email protected]. Please include your name and where you’re from. You might hear your voice on a future episode of Modern Love.How 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.
Bridget Everett Says a Best Friend Can Be Your Greatest Love with full AI transcript and summary
Update: 2024-11-06
Duration: 00:37:30
Summary: In this episode, Bridget Everett discusses the significance of deep friendships alongside romantic love, particularly through her role as Sam in HBO's 'Somebody Somewhere.' She
Duration: 00:37:30
Summary: In this episode, Bridget Everett discusses the significance of deep friendships alongside romantic love, particularly through her role as Sam in HBO's 'Somebody Somewhere.' She
emphasizes the profound bond between Sam and Joel, which transcends typical romantic expectations, showcasing the emotional support found in platonic relationships. Everett's reflections draw parallels to Victor Lodato's Modern Love essay, 'When Your Greatest Romance Is a Friendship,' highlighting how meaningful connections can shape our lives. The episode ultimately underscores that platonic love can be as impactful as romantic ties.
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Shownotes: Stories of romantic love are everywhere, but the actor, singer and comedian Bridget Everett says great friendships deserve our time and attention, too. Not just
onscreen, but in reality.On the HBO Original series “Somebody Somewhere” (now in its third and final season), Everett stars as Sam, a character inspired by the actor’s own life. She tells Anna about how heartbreaking, hilarious and central platonic friendship is in the fictional world of the show, and in Everett’s own relationships.Everett also reads a Modern Love essay called “When Your Greatest Romance Is a Friendship,” by the novelist Victor Lodato. Lodato was in his 40s when he accidentally found his “person,” and became the platonic life partner of an artist in her 80s who lived across the street.“Somebody Somewhere” is now streaming on Max.In April 2024, Lodato published “Honey,” a novel inspired by Austin Brayfield, the friend he wrote about in his essay.Want to leave us a voice mail message on the Modern Love hotline? Call (212) 589-8962, and please include your name, hometown and a callback number.How 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.
My Dad Is George Lopez. We Healed Our Relationship With a Sitcom. with full AI transcript and summary
Update: 2024-10-30
Duration: 00:27:36
Summary: In this episode, actress Mayan Lopez shares her journey of navigating her relationship with comedian father George Lopez amidst the complexities of their parents' divorce.
Duration: 00:27:36
Summary: In this episode, actress Mayan Lopez shares her journey of navigating her relationship with comedian father George Lopez amidst the complexities of their parents' divorce.
Highlighting their emotional struggles, Mayan recounts the estrangement she experienced after her father's infidelity, leading to years of distance. However, through the creation of their NBC sitcom 'Lopez vs. Lopez,' they explore their past and foster healing in their relationship. This episode emphasizes themes of love, resilience, storytelling, and the transformative process of mending familial bonds.
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Shownotes: The actress and producer Mayan Lopez has seen a majority of her life play out on television.Her father, the comedian George Lopez, produced and starred
in a hit ’90s sitcom based on his real-life relationship with Ann Serrano, Mayan’s mother. But their fictionalized story became a reality when she watched her parents go through a very messy, public divorce.The experience could have shattered the family beyond repair. But more than a decade later, Mayan and her father have turned their painful experience into another sitcom on NBC, based on their relationship. It’s all very meta. The show is called “Lopez vs. Lopez.”Mayan reads a Modern Love essay about a daughter who also watched her parents’ marriage fall apart, but then as an adult sees them repair their relationship. The essay, “The Original Conscious Uncouplers,” by Cole Kazdin, explores what it means to redefine what a family means after divorce.Want to leave us a voice mail message on the Modern Love hotline? Call (212) 589-8962, and please include your name, hometown and a callback number.How 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.
One Last Conversation, With the Help of A.I. with full AI transcript and summary
Update: 2024-10-23
Duration: 00:33:20
Summary: In this episode of the Modern Love podcast, host Anna Martin explores Madeline de Figueiredo's journey of grief after losing her husband Eli. Engaging in
Duration: 00:33:20
Summary: In this episode of the Modern Love podcast, host Anna Martin explores Madeline de Figueiredo's journey of grief after losing her husband Eli. Engaging in
activities to feel close to him, she used A.I. to recreate his voice for a final conversation on what would have been Eli's 27th birthday. This emotional experiment reshaped her understanding of their bond, though the experience brought unexpected pain and highlighted the limits of technology in capturing genuine connection. Ultimately, Madeline found solace in tangible memories and personal expressions like writing letters to Eli, reaffirming that no technology can replace the true essence of a loved one.
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Shownotes: Madeline de Figueiredo lost her husband, Eli, just a year after they married. After his death, she tried everything she could to reconnect with him:
cooking from his recipe book, dancing to playlists he made, watching videos of him and listening to voice mail messages he left her. But her grief persisted.Then, on what was supposed to be Eli’s 27th birthday, Madeline realized she could use A.I. to recreate his voice and try to talk to him again. On this episode of the “Modern Love” podcast, Madeline tells us what it felt like to hear that recreation of Eli’s voice, and how it changed the way she reconnects with him.This episode is adapted from Madeline’s Modern Love essay from 2024, “Our Last, Impossible Conversation.”We want to hear from you! We’re looking for stories, thoughts and feelings about egg freezing. Are you planning to freeze your eggs? What are you considering? Have you frozen your eggs? What happened, and how do you feel about it now? Leave us a voice mail message on the Modern Love hotline at (212) 589-8962. Please include your name, hometown and a callback number.Want to submit your own Modern Love essay to The New York Times? Read how, or consider submitting 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.
Introducing 'Modern Love: The Podcast' with full AI transcript and summary
Update: 2015-12-08
Duration: 00:01:40
Summary: Introducing 'Modern Love: The Podcast,' a collaboration between The New York Times and WBUR, explores the trials and tribulations of love through deeply personal essays.
Duration: 00:01:40
Summary: Introducing 'Modern Love: The Podcast,' a collaboration between The New York Times and WBUR, explores the trials and tribulations of love through deeply personal essays.
Each episode features readings from the beloved Modern Love column by notable personalities, along with insights from the essayists themselves. Hosted by Meghna Chakrabarti and Modern Love editor Daniel Jones, the podcast presents narratives that elicit laughter, tears, and reflection on love, loss, and redemption.
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Shownotes: Explore the trials and tribulations of love in these deeply personal essays. A collaboration of The New York Times and WBUR in Boston, Modern Love:
The Podcast features the popular New York Times column, with readings by notable personalities and updates from the essayists themselves. Join host Meghna Chakrabarti (WBUR) and Modern Love editor Daniel Jones (NYT) -- and fall in love at first listen. 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.