Join us as Melinda Blau shares her expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Melinda gives relationship advice on how to make your spouse listen when you need to talk.
Award-winning journalist Melinda Blau has been researching, writing and speaking about relationships and social trends for more than thirty years. Her l ... Show More
Jul 9
Sex Therapy Part 1: Where Do Couples Get Stuck?
In this episode of Relationship Advice, Cayla and Lauren are joined by sex therapist Bryttney Huseas to explore where couples commonly get stuck when it comes to sex. They dive deep into how differing arousal types—spontaneous vs. responsive—create misunderstandings, pressure, an ... Show More
49m 1s
Jul 2
The Secret Language of Empathy & How To Use It
Empathy isn’t just a feeling—it’s a skillset, and in this episode, we break down its secret language. From how to stop jumping to advice-giving to what true emotional presence really looks like, we explore the four essential attributes of empathy. If you’ve ever wondered why your ... Show More
52m 48s
Jun 2024
2201: The Forgotten (But Essential) Foundation of a Powerful Marriage by Dr. Kelly Flanagan on Martial Advice
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 2201:Dr. Kelly Flanagan reveals that communication, while important, is not the foundation of a powerful marriage. He argues ... Show More
11m 20s
Jul 2022
Create the Relationship You Desire With Oprah’s Go-to Relationship Expert. Dr. Laura Berman
Today’s guest is known as Oprah’s go-to Relationship Expert Dr. Laura Berman is a well-loved sex, love, and relationship therapist. She's the New York Times bestselling author of Quantum Love: Use Your Body's Atomic Energy to Create the Relationship You Desire. In this episode, V ... Show More
53m 48s
Jan 2024
2023: Learning Better Marriage Communication Tools by Dr. Kathy McMahon of Couples Therapy Inc on Stress Management
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 2023: Dr. Kathy McMahon's insights in "Learning Better Marriage Communication Tools" reveal the profound impact of individua ... Show More
10m 54s
Sep 2023
How To Talk to Your Kids About Sex With Dr. Laura Berman
Original Airdate: April 6, 2009Some parents talk about the birds and the bees, others don’t sugarcoat it, many have no idea how to address it at all. One mom is finally having the sex talk with her daughter on TV to help you start your own conversation. Plus, relationship therapi ... Show More
36 m
Jun 2023
The Hustle of Being Beautiful
On this week’s episode of The Waves, it’s all about the beauty industry. Senior writer and editor at New America, Julia Craven is joined by author and NPR host-at-large Elise Hu. They discuss Elise’s new book, Flawless - a remarkable investigation into the Korean beauty world. Th ... Show More
39m 14s
Mar 2022
Well-Read Black Girl: Finding Connection Through Community
Sharing a special preview of Pushkin's newest show, Well-Read Black Girl. Glory Edim started a book club called Well-Read Black Girl in 2015, and since then it's exploded into a passionate, worldwide reading community. She aims to amplify the voices of BIPOC writers and celebrate ... Show More
16m 59s
May 2024
When There Seems To Be No Hope with Katherine Wolf
Today on the podcast, I am talking to the amazing Katherine Wolf.In her 20s, after the birth of her first child, Katherine experienced a devastating massive stroke that left her paralyzed and turned her life completely upside down.
In this on-air counseling session, we talk throu ... Show More
54m 58s
Dec 2021
Encore Episode: Rebecca's Mom Sue Reflects On Raising A Strong Daughter
In this special encore episode, you'll hear a previously released conversation Rebecca had with her mom, Sue Minkoff, to talk about everything from raising a strong daughter to how she used her voice to stand up for others in the workplace. Sue also reflects on how she's been abl ... Show More
32m 51s