Sean Illing talks with Carrie Jenkins about her new book Sad Love, and her call to rethink the shape and boundaries of romantic love. In this far-ranging discussion about the meaning of romantic love, Sean and Carrie discuss the connection between love and happiness, what we should expect (and not expect) from our romantic partners, and whether or not loving ... Show More
Jul 17
Why public opinion turned on AI
AI was supposed to make our lives better. Instead, it’s made many of us scared and angry. Communities are protesting data centers across the country, and polling shows most Americans think AI is moving too fast.In today's episode, guest host Miles Bryan talks with independent jou ... Show More
44m 48s
Jul 13
A skeptic considers the case for God
Sean talks with writer Liz Bruenig about faith, doubt, and the experience of believing in God in a modern, skeptical age. They discuss religious experience, the limits of science, the appeal of cynicism, Dostoevsky, beauty, mystery, and whether belief is ultimately a choice. They ... Show More
51m 57s
Dec 2020
the sorrows and pleasures of romantic love
<p>this week, i have a veryyy in-depth, insightful and (painfully) honest conversation with Lave Gallo, about the pleasures and sorrows of romantic love. we talk about the inherent incompatibilities between cis-het men and women. we talk about the tension between desire and stabi ... Show More
23m 12s
Nov 2021
#36 The Truth About Love: Beyond the Stereotypes and Clichés
In this episode, I talk about love and what it means in a broad sense. I discuss how it is expressed as an emotion, where and when it applies, who it applies to, how it affects your life, and the essential value it has. I talk about the common idea of love, which is romanticism, ... Show More
21m 39s
Dec 2023
Non-Monogamous Love with Justin L. Clardy
Let a thousand flowers bloom! In episode 92 of Overthink, Ellie and David have a panoramic conversation on love beyond monogamy with philosophy professor, podcaster, and author of Why It's OK To Not be Monogamous, Justin L. Clardy. They envision relations of love and special atta ... Show More
59m 39s
Jan 2023
Does Love have Rules? (Jay Shetty Recap)
Tracy and Cara are talking about love, love, and more love in this sneak peek of Jay Shetty’s not-yet-released book, 8 Rules of Love. Listen in to discover what your fighting style is, how you and your partner learn best, and what solitude can really mean for your life. PLUS Trac ... Show More
31m 53s