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Join the duo, Andrey Korikov, and Adam Lane Smith The Attachment Specialist, as they cut through the noise with bold, unfiltered discussions on love, connection, and relationships. From questions about love, psychology, and relationships to discussing the latest shifts in the culture and media, they’ll cover it all. If you’re ready for a podcast that’s as insightful and real as it gets—buckle up a... more

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He built one of the most controversial dating sites in the world. He told every woman upfront on day one that he did not believe in marriage. And then he met Dana. And everything changed.

Adam Lane Smith sits down with Brandon Wade, founder of Seeki... more

She lost her mother to a brain aneurysm. Then three years to the day, her 26 year old husband died of a heart attack. She was a therapist who had studied grief and still felt completely unprepared for what it actually felt like.

Adam Lane Smith sits... more

He did everything right. Stayed loyal. Showed up for his family. And one day in Florida he found out his wife had been having an affair. That was the moment everything he thought he knew about himself collapsed.

Adam Lane Smith sits down with Ralph ... more

Money is in the top three reasons for divorce in America. But most couples fighting about money are not actually fighting about money. They are fighting about safety, worth, and trust.

Adam Lane Smith sits down with Rachel Cruze, financial expert an... more

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Ralph Brewer
Founder of Help For Men, author, speaker on attachment and recovery after divorce
Help For Men
Episode: What Divorce Does to a Man’s Psychology | Adam Lane Smith & Ralph Brewer
Rachel Cruze
Author and speaker focused on money and relationships; daughter of Dave Ramsey
Ramsey Network
Episode: Why 83% of Relationship Money Fights Are About Attachment | Rachel Cruze and Adam Lane Smith
Freya India
Author and speaker focused on secure attachment and the impact of social media on girls and women
Author, Girls Generation Z and the Commodification of Everything
Episode: Why Gen Z Women Are Lonelier Than Ever (& How To Fix It) | Freya India
January Donovan
Author and coach focusing on feminine formation and traditional femininity
The Women's School / Femininine Revival movement
Episode: Why Women Fear Men and How To Fix It | January Donovan and Adam Lane Smith
Morgan Cutlip
World expert on mental load and author of A Better Share
Better Share / Dr. Morgan Cutlip
Episode: The Resentment Epidemic Your Wife Will Never Tell You About | Dr. Morgan Cutlip and Adam Lane Smith
Alison Armstrong
World-leading expert on helping women understand men; author and speaker on relationships
Alison Armstrong / The Queen's Code
Episode: Why Men Stop Trying to Make You Happy | Alison Armstrong & Adam Lane Smith
Patrick Lencioni
Author and leading expert on team dysfunction and organizational health
The Table Group
Episode: How to Win at Marriage (The Way You Win at Work) | Patrick Lencioni
Jordan Harbinger
World-leading expert on human connection, verbals, non-verbals; host of The Jordan Harbinger Show
Jordan Harbinger, LLC
Episode: What Nobody Teaches You About Making Friends as an Adult | Jordan Harbinger & Adam Lane Smith
Devin Schadt
Executive Director of Fathers of Saint Joseph
Fathers of Saint Joseph
Episode: The Real Reason Men Are Terrified of Fatherhood | Devin Schadt and Adam Lane Smith

Hosts

Adam Lane Smith
Host of the show; The Attachment Specialist; psychology/relationship expert
Andrey Korikov
Co-host; mindful parenting and attachment concepts advocate

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 166 ratings
  • Get to the point

    I listened to one episode with January, and if you’re going to make statements about how women don’t know how to be women anymore, you’d best get to the point of what you mean… and she doesn’t. So I’m out on this podcast show. Better hosting is needed.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    lcamadio
    Canadaa month ago
  • Liberal views

    Tried to listen to it but when women in Texas are talking about not being allowed to kill their babies, it is not a podcast for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Toddboy79
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing advice for relationships

    I love the calm and focused discussions about male and female nature. Always very good points to learn and think about.

    I highly recommend this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lukas0015
    Germany2 years ago
  • Meaty and substantive

    I find myself listening to the very end of almost every episode. Love the depth of knowledge and topics around male-female relations. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    golfgirleen
    United States2 years ago
  • Not a good human

    Do not work with Adam one on one. He just wants money.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    growup10
    United States3 years ago

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What Divorce Does to a Man’s Psychology | Adam Lane Smith & Ralph Brewer
Q: What should a man look for before entering a new relationship after divorce?
A man should focus on secure attachment, a strong personal identity, clear values, and ensuring he has healed enough to engage in a healthy partnership, not just seek validation or rebound.
What Divorce Does to a Man’s Psychology | Adam Lane Smith & Ralph Brewer
Q: How can a partner support a man who has been through a betrayal without making him feel pitied or controlled?
Validate his experience, give him space to process, avoid pressuring him to 'get over it,' and focus on practical support and safety for him to open up.
What Divorce Does to a Man’s Psychology | Adam Lane Smith & Ralph Brewer
Q: What is your story and where did your journey into attachment theory begin?
My journey began after a personal crisis from an infidelity situation, which led me to study attachment, write about it, and eventually found a community and resources to help men rebuild their lives.
Why Gen Z Women Are Lonelier Than Ever (& How To Fix It) | Freya India
Q: What can parents and mentors do to help young women develop healthier attachment?
Encourage direct, calm communication; model secure attachment; provide mentorship from healthier role models; and help young women develop language to articulate needs and boundaries without shame.
Why Gen Z Women Are Lonelier Than Ever (& How To Fix It) | Freya India
Q: What role does social media play in shaping young women's self-perception and relationship goals?
Social media magnifies insecurities, creates constant comparison, and steers young people toward viewing themselves as products for validation, which in turn shifts priorities away from long-term commitments like marriage and family.

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The show centers on attachment theory, relationships, and practical psychology applied to dating, parenting, and leadership. Conversations frequently blend coaching frameworks, nervous-system regulation, and real-world anecdotes to help listeners form healthier partnerships, build secure attachments, and navigate modern relationship dynamics. Many episodes feature high-profile guests from fitness, entrepreneurship, faith, and dating, with recurring themes around boundaries, responsible leadership in relationships, and integrating love with life goals. Expect candid coaching, actionable strategies, and a willingness to challenge cultural norms around dating, marriage, and parenting. A notable strength is the seamless mix of clinical concepts... more

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