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Love Letters

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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.

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Latest Episodes

Welcome to summer wedding season.

To celebrate, Meredith interviews Ruhama Wolle, the author of “I Hope You Elope: A Bridesmaid Survival Guide.”

Ruhama says too may people say “yes” to being a bridesmaid before they understand the job. This is why we... more

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We at Love Letters want to know about a new podcast called Health vs Hype. It's a show from the American Medical Association and helps you make smarter, more informed decisions about your health, without the fear-mongering or confusion. We hope you e... more

When Jordan was young, he saw actress Janeane Garofalo on television. Since then, he’s had a type: smart, creative, sardonic, sarcastic, brunette, glasses-wearing women. Not a bad thing … or is it limiting? What does it mean when we have a type? If o... more

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In February, Meredith unveiled a Love Letters Tell-A-Booth at The Boston Public Library.

More than 1,000 calls have come in already … mostly from locals – and many tourists – who stop in, enter the booth, and leave a question on an old-school payphon... more

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Recent Guests

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”
Yowei Shaw
Producer and host of Proxy, guest in this episode
NPR/Invisibilia/Proxy
Episode: ‘I’m sorry I hid you’
Chanté Joseph
Essayist and author of Picky, Stories of Dating in a Relationship Recession
Chanté Joseph (writer)
Episode: Are boyfriends embarrassing now? Some answers.
Justin Garcia
Executive director of the Kinsey Institute and author
Kinsey Institute
Episode: Justin Garcia: “Monogamy is not just one thing.”
Elin Hilderbrand
Popular author known for her novels set on Nantucket
Episode: Elin Hilderbrand: Married to Nantucket

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 Statesa month 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 Kingdom2 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 States6 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 States9 months 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

Listeners Say

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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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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.
Are boyfriends embarrassing now? Some answers.
Q: What sparked your essay about boyfriends being embarrassing now?
Chanté explains that viral sharing and the pressure of online personas made her reflect on how straight relationships are displayed, and how women may feel the need to hide or curate partners to preserve a certain social image.
Justin Garcia: “Monogamy is not just one thing.”
Q: Can you explain slow love and how you define that concept?
Slow love is the idea that while behaviors in relationships are changing, young people are still looking for connection but they take more time to get to know someone before entering into a serious relationship.
Elin Hilderbrand: Married to Nantucket
Q: What would you say to a jaded heart looking for love, for romance in this day and age?
Focus on yourself and fall in love with yourself to find love.

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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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1. Ruhama Wolle
2. Jordan Iannucci
3. Jasmine Aguilera
4. Bailey Watroba
5. Margaret Willison
6. Yowei Shaw
7. Chanté Joseph
8. Justin Garcia

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