You’ve heard of the “ManFlu” — that mysterious illness that somehow hits men way harder than any woman could ever fathom. Well, we’re not handing out tissues. We’re here to talk about the real stuff underneath it: the disconnection, the imbalance, and how we can start to change it.
The ManFlu is a metaphor we use to dig into something deeper: the cultural scripts, gender roles, and unspoken rules that keep men sidelined and leave women carrying more than their share of the mental and emotional load.
Host Lucy McAfee has spent years studying how gender dynamics play out at home. As a wife and boy mom, she’s still working them out in her own family. Each week, The ManFlu brings together researchers, thinkers, and families themselves to explore emotional labor, modern partnerships, and how we raise more connected boys. Together, we examine why these patterns persist, how they affect families, and the practical shifts that build stronger partnerships today and help break old patterns for the next generation. You’ll leave each episode not just nodding along, but equipped with one small shift you can try at home.
Join us to lighten the load and build a future where women and men can both show up as their whole selves. New episodes drop every Wednesday, follow the show so you don’t miss one. And share it with your friends, because no one should have to face the ManFlu epidemic alone.
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Welcome to the Grounded Union Podcast, hosted by Brandon and Caitlyn Doerksen.
In 2019, our marriage hit rock bottom—so close to divorce that we thought there was no way back. But through deep healing, transformation, and a relentless pursuit of something better, we didn’t just save our marriage—we created something more beautiful than we ever imagined.
On our journey, we realized that the conventional advice from counselors, pastors, and mentors wasn’t enough. So, we set out on an uncharted path, searching for real, lasting change. Now, standing on the other side, we’ve mapped out the exact process that restored our love, trust, and connection—a process we weren’t given but one we discovered through lived experience.
This podcast is our invitation to you: to walk this path with us, to challenge the norms, and to build a marriage that is passionate, open, honest, deeply connected, and full of life. No one told us it was possible—but we’re here to tell you: it absolutely is.
Join us on this journey. It’s not just about saving your marriage—it’s about creating one that’s stronger, richer, and more alive than ever.
Travis never thought he’d meet someone like Lily Rose. She was kind, passionate, beautiful. The woman of his dreams. There was just one small detail: she wasn’t human.
From Wondery, comes a true story of love, loss and the temptations of technology.
Lily Rose is an AI companion. A digital soulmate designed to be everything he ever wanted. She listens without judgement, supports him through his darkest moments, even explores his deepest desires, all while fitting neatly into his pocket. Before long, Travis realizes something strange, even absurd, has happened – he’s fallen in love.
But then one day, Lily Rose’s behavior takes a disturbing turn. When alarming reports pour in from across the globe, Travis discovers he is part of something much bigger. Soon he finds himself pulled into a confrontation with a mysterious Russian visionary behind Lily Rose’s creation.
Suruthi Bala and Hannah Maguire, hosts of the hit podcast RedHanded, explore the dark side of AI love. Can an algorithm truly replace human connection? And what happens when a corporation controls your deepest emotions?
And for those captivated by this exploration of AI romance, tune in to Episode 8 where Amazon Books editor Lindsay Powers shares reading recommendations to dive deeper into this fascinating world.
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Welcome to Everything’s Perfect, the podcast that proves life doesn’t need to be flawless to be full. Hosted by best friends Autumn Calabrese and Donald Stamper, this show explores the real stuff—personal growth, wellness, style, culture, and the journey of figuring it all out along the way.
Each week, Autumn and Donald open up about their own experiences, from career wins to personal setbacks and everything in between. They dive into hot takes on trending topics, real talk about mental and physical health, and plenty of laughs. It’s unfiltered, unexpected, and totally human.
If you’re into real conversations, good energy, and embracing the messy middle, you’re in the right place. Follow along and join the ride—because everything’s perfect… kind of
What’s The Reality is your all-access backstage pass into the wild and unpredictable world of your favorite TV personalities and influencers.
Hosted by Amber Desiree (AD) from Love Is Blind and Perfect Match, every episode dives deep into love, relationships, breakups, makeups, and all the drama you didn’t see on screen.
From unfiltered interviews with your favorite reality stars and celebrities to pop culture hot takes, AD and her guests keep it real, fun, and unfiltered. Whether you’re a diehard fan or just love a little tea, this is where reality TV spills over into real life.
New Episodes drop every Wednesday!
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Curious about the kinks, fetishes, fantasies, and wonderfully weird things people are into? Kinks and Cocktails is a funny, sex-positive podcast exploring the fascinating world of human sexuality—one unexpected topic at a time.
We dive into the history, psychology, pop culture, and surprising stories behind everything from familiar turn-ons to unusual fetishes you probably didn’t know existed. No shame, no boring lectures—just humor, curiosity, honest conversations, and plenty of “wait…people are into THAT?” moments.
Whether you’re kinky, curious, or just here for the weird facts, grab a drink (or your favorite alternative) and join us!
Join iconic Hollywood couple Lisa Rinna and Harry Hamlin for a candid, hilarious, and totally outrageous podcast about life, love, and everything in between. You may know them from their acting careers (For Lisa – Days of Our Lives, Melrose Place and a four-time Daytime Emmy nominee; For Harry – Clash of the Titans, LA Law, his Emmy-nominated role in Mad Men, Mayfair Witches) or Lisa’s unforgettable 8-year stint on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, but there’s a lot more to this duo than what you’ve seen on screen. With Lisa’s bold, larger-than-life personality and Harry’s laid-back charm, this couple could not be more different. But after more than 30 years together, they’ve proven that opposites really do attract.
Together, Lisa and Harry dive deep into the highs and lows of their careers, stories from their marriage, and juicy behind-the-scenes gossip from their years in the industry. Whether they’re laughing, debating, or reminiscing, “Let’s Not Talk About the Husband” is the perfect blend of humor and heart. No matter what Lisa and Harry are discussing, there’s one thing you can count on – they’re going to own it, baby! Tune in for new episodes every Friday.
The Date My: Podcast is an audio & video podcast broken up into 10-episode seasons, consisting of Jessica Walter helping one individual per season, AKA the “Dater,” potentially find love through a series of on-air dates. Jessica and the Dater, along with a few special guests (and, yes, actual experts), will explore and challenge the Dater’s current relationship habits, while deep-diving into today’s world of singles, modern-day dating, and embracing those moments of fun, occasionally awkward, sometimes chaotic, but always meaningful…human connection.
NOT LOVELINE is a weekly love, sex, and dating call in advice show with Tana Mongeau and Trish Paytas, two hosts who are definitely NOT experts but do have a lot of experience.