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
Mar 27
A brief update on the AI apocalypse
Something is definitely happening in the AI world, but how seriously should we take it? Is this another hype cycle or a genuine inflection point? Sean Illing talks with journalist Kelsey Piper (formerly of Vox, now at The Argument) about what’s changed, why AI “agents” are a diff ... Show More
36m 37s
Aug 2021
Help me love reading again | Ask a Book Critic
A listener asks for help with getting out of a reading rut. A voracious reader as a child, they now need some help falling in love with reading again. Vox Book Critic Constance Grady recommends big, grab-you-by-the-throat books to help us all rediscover our love of reading. Plus, ... Show More
10m 35s
Aug 2021
The sex, drugs, and murder reading list | Ask a Book Critic
A listener asked for books that are mysterious, intriguing, and may or may not involve a murder. More specifically, books like The Secret History. Vox book critic Constance Grady gives four recommendations this week, including an entire genre. Plus, hear part of last year’s Vox B ... Show More
11m 49s
Jun 2021
F*ck the Fairytale, Stop Falling for Fake Love
In this episode, Kate and Catherine share the dangers of chasing a romantic fairytale, how to watch out for "love bombing" when dating and how to spot fake love versus real Love. This is a passion filled episode to support women who have found themselves in toxic relationships or ... Show More
40m 40s