Before the internet, getting lost in a spiral of romantic, obsessive feelings for someone was already an all-consuming experience… but now? With algorithmic dating apps and the ability to overanalyze everyone watching your Instagram Stories, crushes in the digital age are ripe for delulu. In some cases, they might even pose a threat to IRL human connection. ... Show More
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Overthinking About Ragebait
Why does it feel like every time we open our phones, something is begging us to get angry? This week, just in time for Thanksgiving, host Amanda is joined by theologian, ethics professor, and No Small Endeavor host Lee C. Camp (@leeccamp) to overthink about ragebait; the outrage ... Show More
46m 9s
Oct 29
Overthinking About The Algorithm
If the algorithm knows what we want before we do… who’s really in charge? This week, host Amanda Montell(@amanda_montell) is joined by linguist, creator, and internet culture observer Adam Aleksic (@etymologynerd) to spiral deep into the invisible yet all powerful force shaping o ... Show More
42m 30s
Jul 2025
Introspection and How to Work Out What to do With Your Life - w/ Melissa Monte
What if your rock bottom was actually a launchpad? Melissa Monte, host of the Mind Love podcast, shares how hitting her lowest point became the catalyst for building a life she truly loves. Melissa's journey wasn't a straight line to success. After facing trauma, bad relationship ... Show More
51m 24s
Aug 25
Limerence: The Psychology of Romantic Obsession with Brandy Wyant
Forrest and therapist Brandy Wyant discuss limerence, an intense and often one-sided state of romantic obsession. They explore how limerence differs from both love and ordinary crushes, why uncertainty fuels it, and how it can take over a person’s inner world. Brandy shares both ... Show More
1h 4m
Jan 2023
Double Timing College Boy
Today's episode is all about boundaries and expectations. In one story, we have a girl who has a crush, and although things seem fun and flirty, reality strikes when she remembers he has a girlfriend and his actions are disrespectful. Drawing out those boundaries and setting expe ... Show More
56m 12s