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Love Letters

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Third Wheeling
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Love stories. Dating stories. Relationship stories. Stories about romance, marriage, partnership, sex, loss, and the human heart. Served with a side of advice. Hosted by Boston Globe advice columnist Meredith Goldstein. Join our Friends With Benefits club for an ad-free experience, a monthly bonus episode, and more. For details, visit ⁠Globe.com/loveletters/friendswithbenefits⁠.

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Recent Guests

Malcolm Astley
Activist on dating violence prevention
Lauren Dunn Astley Memorial Fund
Episode: My high school boyfriend is better than yours
Lyla Tansy
High school student/storyteller
Student, Northwestern-bound
Episode: How (not) to break up with your high school girlfriend
Olivia Wilde
Actress and director, star and co-writer/producer of The Invite
The Invite (film)
Episode: Olivia Wilde on awkward relationships, marriage, and Esther Perel
Airline (Jujubee)
Drag queen, star of RuPaul's Drag Race and Stop! That! Train
Performer/Actor
Episode: When to get off that train, with Drag Queen Jujubee
Ruhama Wolle
Author; Style Partnerships Editor; lives in New York City; author of I Hope You Elope
Author; I Hope You Elope
Episode: Ruhama Wolle on bridesmaids and ‘bestie inflation’
Jordan Iannucci
Guest discussing his dating type and experiences
Episode: What's wrong with having a type?
Jasmine Aguilera
Producer involved in the show and participant in conversation
Boston Globe
Episode: What's wrong with having a type?
Bailey Watroba
Senior public relations associate at the Boston Public Library
Boston Public Library
Episode: The Phone Booth
Margaret Willison
Librarian and pop culture commentator
Boston-area librarian community
Episode: Meredith and Margaret on Lindy West and “Adult Braces”

Host

Meredith Goldstein
Host of Love Letters; Boston Globe advice columnist

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • I usually feel included as a single person...

    I generally like the show but wanted to respond to "I'm sorry I hid you" featuring Yowei Shaw. This is really more about her show Proxy than it is about Love Letters. I now have insight into why she is always bringing up her husband on Proxy. But I think she's overcompensating. And I find it cloying. Maybe she feels she's being transparent by acknowledging her music producer husband's free help on her indie podcast. But I think I'd listen to more episodes of Prox y if she didn't bring up Kyle so... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Raqswell
    United States3 months ago
  • Important questions

    Thank you Simone and Dr Kashdan, and above all Meredith, for asking important questions, in the thought-provoking ‘Questions’ episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Holly Budd
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Questions

    These are things you didn’t report on about Nixon: is he getting any government handouts? Snap? Medical care? Did he vote in our elections?

    He jumped in front of the immigration line.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    MagLoLex
    United States8 months ago
  • Wow - it’s not even true crime - but still SO GOOD.

    I love everything about this show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    June._.Alice
    United Statesa year ago
  • What happened?

    I use to absolutely love this pod. Never missed an episode. But they’ve completely lost their way. The pod is far less captivating than it use to be, the stories featured are redundant, lack relatability, or are just simply not what originally drew me to this pod. As of late, I’ve completely stopped listening. I’ve tried tuning in and end up turning it off. The last two seasons were truly disappointing.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Elle Kris
    United Statesa year ago

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Audience responses often praise inclusivity of non-traditional relationship topics and personal growth discussions.
Listeners appreciate the show for its honest storytelling and thoughtful take on relationships.
Feedback highlights strong production and interview quality, with some noting shifts in theme over seasons.
Some reviews mention pacing changes or preference for earlier seasons' focus on dating narratives.

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Talking Points

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Turning 80, getting a divorce
Q: What was the moment you realized you needed to change the marriage?,"
Chrissy describes a gradual realization amplified by a lack of planning together and financial disagreements, followed by a therapy-facilitated awareness that she needed to reclaim her life and independence.
My high school boyfriend is better than yours
Q: Should you try to be friends with an ex, and if so, when is the right time to decide?
Give it time, separate from the ex or their circle, and revisit the possibility later when both people have had space to heal and reassess the value of the friendship.
When to get off that train, with Drag Queen Jujubee
Q: What initially attracted you to a life in drag and to your partner at the time?
The guest describes a mix of shared humor, adventurous spirit, and the support of a partner who appreciated their world of performance, which created a strong bond despite long-distance challenges.
The Phone Booth
Q: What can the Tell-A-Booth teach us about how people seek connection in public spaces?
The host explains that the booth creates a quiet, private space within a busy public setting, encouraging people to share honest questions and emotions that inform both the column and the podcast.
Are boyfriends embarrassing now? Some answers.
Q: How have people reacted to the piece, and what does that reveal about the culture around relationships?
Reactions ranged from feeling seen and empowered by the acknowledgment of single life to anger and backlash from those who feel attacked, particularly in communities where traditional relationship models are central to identity.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Love Letters

What is Love Letters about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Taps into intimate, real-world dating and relationship stories, often blending personal narrative with expert insight. Episodes span tips for navigating modern romance, discussions of polyamory and non-traditional relationship dynamics, and thoughtful explorations of honesty, communication, and self-discovery in love. The show stands out for its warm, Boston-flavored storytelling, guest diversity, and a steady mix of personal experience with research-backed perspectives, making it a good fit for listeners seeking relatable relationship narratives and practical guidance.

Noteworthy angles include open conversations about identity, parenting in dating, and the tension between independence and partnership, all delivered with a thoughtful, con... more

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2. Lyla Tansy
3. Olivia Wilde
4. Airline (Jujubee)
5. Ruhama Wolle
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7. Jasmine Aguilera
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