Today we’re talking about how to build healthy relationships — with ourselves and others — after enduring toxic relationships with both.
1. Signs of emotional toxicity in romantic relationships – and what finally made Lily get out of her unhealthy relationship.
2. How to begin reprogramming your brain after leaving a toxic relationship in order to trust you ... Show More
May 12
(BEST OF) Mothers & Sons with Ocean Vuong and Chase Melton
This conversation will stay with you. When Glennon and her son Chase sit down with his hero, Ocean Vuong, something shifts: mothering reveals itself as more than a role—it’s a force that finds our kids through books, voices, and people who see them when we can’t. A raw, beautiful ... Show More
1h 5m
May 5
He’s Building a Massive Secret Bunker Beneath the Ballroom!! Amanda w Jon Golinger
Why is he building a massive secret bunker?!?! In today’s jaw-dropping deep dive, Amanda follows the money—and the secrets—behind a $400 million White House ballroom, and what is hiding beneath it. What starts as a flashy construction project unravels into a story about power, se ... Show More
1h 13m
Apr 28
(BEST OF) How to Get Your Joy Back: Ross Gay
Today, we’re sharing our conversation with poet Ross Gay, who reminds us that joy isn’t denial—it’s connection. Not a way out of the world, but a way back into it. Together, we explore how to keep noticing what’s still beautiful, how to rebuild our “delight muscle,” and why witne ... Show More
1h 2m
Jan 2025
How Do I Stop Being Such A People Pleaser?
JVN sits down with Kati Morton, a licensed therapist and bestselling author, to dive deep into the world of people-pleasing. Together, they unpack why people-pleasing isn’t just about being nice—it’s about discomfort with other people’s discomfort, and why it leaves so many of us ... Show More
51m 15s
Sep 2025
#285 Out of the Ashes: Courtney Peppernell’s Journey Through Heartbreak and Emotional Abuse
In today’s episode, I’m joined by internationally bestselling poet and author Courtney Peppernell to talk about her deeply personal new book, Out of the Ashes. Courtney opens up about her seven-year relationship that ended in emotional abuse and infidelity, and what it was like t ... Show More
48m 33s
May 2025
Dating After Divorce, Addiction, and Choosing the Right Love w/ Laurie Woolever
<p>In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Matthew sits down with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lauriewoolever/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Laurie Woolever</a>—author of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Care-Feeding-Memoir-Laurie-Woolever/dp/00633 ... Show More
1h 10m
Sep 2024
Nicole LePera: How to Break the Cycle of Trauma Bonds & Stop Toxic Relationship Habits
<p>What are your emotional needs?</p> <p>How do you communicate them clearly?</p> <p>Today, Jay welcomes back Dr. Nicole LePera, a holistic psychologist, best-selling author, and founder of the SelfHealers Circle, a global community for self-healing. She is the author of the New ... Show More
1h 16m
Nov 2024
Safe Conversations: How to Talk to Your Partner with Harville & Helen
Today, Jillian welcomes two very special guests—Harville Hendrix and Helen LaKelly Hunt. As internationally renowned authors and relationship experts, Harville and Helen have spent decades helping people build healthier, more connected relationships, and today, we’re discussing t ... Show More
41m 22s
Feb 2025
How To Keep Jealousy From Derailing Your Life
Jealousy—it's messy, maddening, and sometimes downright mortifying. But what if we told you it’s also one of our greatest teachers? This week, JVN is sitting down with relationship coach extraordinaire and author Jillian Turecki to unpack the real meaning behind our green-eyed mo ... Show More
49m 6s
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<p><em>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</em></p> <p><br /></p> <p>Don't be fooled by the bubbly public persona.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Goldie Hawn is an Academy Award winning actress, producer, di ... Show More
