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Sep 2023
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Episode 223: Older Women Who Date Younge...

DR. JUSTIN LEHMILLER
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Whenever an older female celebrity dates a younger guy, it tends to make the news. These women, often referred to as “cougars” or “MILFS,” have long had their relationships subject to scrutiny and stigma. However, the narrative around them has shifted, and nowadays, they’re frequently celebrated in the media. Case in point: the recent ... Show More
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