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Hard Things Podcast

Hard Things Podcast
Relationships
Dating
BDSM
Communication In Relationships
Sex Work
Reddit
Sexuality
Intimacy
Kinks
F*ck, Marry, Kill
Pucking Around
Attraction
Dating Apps
Communication
Adulting
Pickup Lines
Sexual Activity
Sexual Boundaries
Sexual Fantasies
Casual Sex

Everyone knows there are endless taboo and off-limits topics that we just don't talk about as adults, but we sometimes need insight on. Join Angie and Amy each week as they explore the hard things we all avoid in our relationships - and the good, bad, and risqué about each one.

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Welcome to Season 3 of the Hard Things Podcast!This episode has everything:🎂 birthday disasters🏥 a hospital experience that left Angie speechless🚩 online dating red flags📱 Hinge adventures🦶 an unexpected foot fetish conversation💀 a guy demandin... more

This week on the Hard Things Podcast, we finally tackle a topic we've been teasing for weeks:

🚩 Trauma Bonding

And spoiler alert...

Most people on social media are using the term incorrectly.

We break down:

* What trauma bonding actually is

... more

🚨 Memorial Day weekend slightly wrecked our posting schedule…Turns out cookouts, family chaos, emotional damage, and unsolicited dick pics don’t mix well with productivity 😅BUT WE’RE BACK.This week on the Hard Things Podcast:Love bombing explainedW... more

Ever met someone and instantly thought:🚩 “This person could absolutely ruin my life… but I want them anyway.”Yeah. This episode is about THAT.This week on the Hard Things Podcast we break down:The Dark Triad personality traitsNarcissism vs narcissis... more

Modern dating is actually messing with our brains… and science backs it up.This week on the Hard Things Podcast, we dive into:Ghosting and why it literally activates physical pain centers in the brainBreadcrumbing, orbiting, zombieing, and dating app... more

This episode starts chaotic… and somehow turns into one of our most real and research-backed conversations about relationships 😅We’re talking about:The Michelangelo Effect (are you building your partner up or breaking them down?)Why relationships fe... more

We found some of the wildest Reddit relationship stories… and yeah, we had opinions 😅In this episode of the Hard Things Podcast, we react to:Petty revenge stories that actually went too farRelationship double standards (and calling them out)The “coo... more

Why do relationships still fail… even when you’re trying your best?

In this episode of the Hard Things Podcast, we break down one of the most frustrating realities in dating and relationships:

doing everything “right” and still feeling unmet.

We ta... more

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Recent Guests

Dinine Sig
Host of The Space In Between podcast, attorney, author, and entrepreneur
The Space In Between
Episode: Episode 24: Reddit Stories with Guest Dinine Sig from The Space In Between Podcast

Hosts

Angie
Co-host of Hard Things Podcast; known for candid discussions on dating, relationships, and relational dynamics with a humorous, no-holds-barred approach.
Amy
Co-host of Hard Things Podcast; brings open discussions, personal anecdotes, and relationship insights with warmth and humor.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 4 ratings
  • Perfect while playing video games

    I love listening while playing video games until I get so turned on I have to turn off the game

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Schmaster20
    United States10 months ago
  • Very Entertaining!!!

    This is not your normal mundane podcast that talks about sex and kinks. You never know what these girls are going to say next!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Loserfromhell
    United Statesa year ago
  • Awesome

    This is so fun and hilarious ! It’s great to hear women have fun with spicy topics like guys do😂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Funtimesallday
    United Statesa year ago

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Audiences mention the show stands out from typical sex/relationships podcasts with fresh, relatable storytelling.
Fans appreciate open conversations about kink, polyamory, and relationship dynamics.
Listeners praise the candid, humorous approach to dating and sex topics.

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Season 2 Ep 21: Let's Talk About Casual Encounters, Scrotal Ladders, and Erotic Piercings!
Q: What do you think is the emotional cost of casual sex?
It can be significant for those who start forming attachments, especially if boundaries are misread.
Season 2 Ep 21: Let's Talk About Casual Encounters, Scrotal Ladders, and Erotic Piercings!
Q: Can people train themselves to separate sex from emotion?
Absolutely; it varies by individual experience and emotional regulation.
S2 Ep 20: Intimate Confessions: Regrets, Desires, & Open Relationships Unfiltered Relationship Talk
Q: Can open relationships satisfy novelty seeking while preserving love?
Yes, with consent and clear expectations, they can work well for many.
S2 Ep 20: Intimate Confessions: Regrets, Desires, & Open Relationships Unfiltered Relationship Talk
Q: Do you think the regret and emotional stuff is shifting amongst younger generations?
Yes, younger generations live in a FOMO society, affecting how they view relationships.
S2 Ep 20: Intimate Confessions: Regrets, Desires, & Open Relationships Unfiltered Relationship Talk
Q: Do hookup regrets feel different depending on how emotionally involved you are?
Yes, emotional involvement changes the dynamics of regrets significantly.

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This show features candid, often provocative conversations about dating, relationships, sexuality, and the social dynamics that shape modern intimacy. Episodes frequently mix humor with personal anecdotes to unpack topics like friends with benefits, polyamory, kink, sex work stigma, and open relationships, all with a direct, no-nonsense tone. A standout aspect is the hosts' willingness to tackle taboo subjects with warmth and wit, making it appealing to listeners who want thoughtful takes balanced with frank humor. The format and topics suggest a broad appeal to adults exploring relationships, sexuality, and communication in intimate partnerships, as well as sponsors seeking edgy conversations around dating, wellness, and adult lifestyle pr... more

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