Modern Love
The New York TimesFor more than 20 years, the Modern Love column has given New York Times readers a glimpse into the complicated love lives of real people. Since its start, the column has evolved into a TV show, three books and a podcast. Each week, host Anna Martin brings you stories and conversations about love in all its glorious permutations, dumb pitfalls and life-changing moments. New episodes every Wednesday... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 509 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||
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For most of her life, Kelly McWilliams has felt as though people aren’t seeing her clearly. Kelly is biracial, and she was raised to be proud of her identity: she grew up surrounded by African American culture and literature. But when she walks into ... more
At the age of 25, the comedian Taylor Tomlinson was sure she had life and love figured out. She’d left behind a religious faith that felt too restrictive. She was engaged to a man she loved. She was also writing her first Netflix special. Tomlinson f... more
Joe Swanberg married the first person he ever seriously dated. When that marriage ended, his romantic life got complicated. Messy, even. He started dating younger women, ended up in an elaborate love triangle, and completely changed his mind about wh... more
Carla Lalli is well known as a chef and a cookbook author. But after many years in food media, working at places like Bon Appétit, she started to lose her personal connection to cooking. It wasn’t until her 24-year-long marriage ended and she had to ... more
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- Must admit, I miss the Meghna and spoken essay
I feel so bad about writing this but also know that Anna Martin can handle this. It’s her. I just can’t listen to her overly-casual interview style which is a little too confident for me. I don’t think she gets the best from the guests and does way too much talking and personal sharing. We’re not here to get to know her better. We know she’s young (31 presently) and single, which she tells us often, but basic interviewing skills can be adopted even at her age. It’s so cringy to hear her laugh an... more
Apple Podcasts2Maur’s Apple Music
United Statesa month ago - Where the essays go?
I have been a long time listener of this podcast. I subscribe to the New York Times podcasts. I miss when the authors or celebrities would read these beautiful essays. Now they are behind a paywall after I already paid to listen to the podcast. Seems like a gimmick to make more money. Could we please bring back the reading of the essays on the podcasts episodes?
Apple Podcasts3312RachUnited Statesa month ago - Mid w room for improvement
Some of these reviews are really mean and insensitive. While I understand the frustration, being more constructive may serve us better and I hope you aren’t recipients of the discontent you’re spewing.
I feel Anna is not grounded in the interviews. Sometimes she seems too excited, sometimes too youthful, sometimes too focused on self and sometimes too performative. If there isn’t a return to the stories being read I hope Anna can get back to focusing on the essence of the stories/authors whil... more
Apple Podcasts3VonoJenksUnited Statesa month ago - Stop rephrasing what the interviewee says!
It seems to be a NYT thing because they do it on The Daily as well. The host spends half their time rephrasing something that the guest explained quite articulately and clearly. Very unnecessary.
Apple Podcasts3BigMike311United Statesa month ago - The issue is Anna.
I love the stories and essays that are read. But I find myself skipping episodes because I don't like Anna's interview style. All she asks is, "Tell me about that." And the interspersed, "huh." Her cadence is bothersome FOR ME. I do still listen to the podcast, but sometimes I dread it. I would like a different host, I think.
Apple Podcasts3AStaceCUnited Statesa month ago
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Apple Podcasts | #58 | United States/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #75 |  Canada/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #126 |  United Kingdom/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #102 |  Australia/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #186 |  Italy/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #243 |  France/Society & Culture |
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The show centers on intimate, real-life stories and conversations about love, relationships, and the complexities of human connection. Across episodes, listeners hear personal narratives—from grief and family dynamics to non-traditional relationships, parenting, and sexuality—often anchored by expert or guest perspectives that illuminate societal norms and personal growth. The format blends memoir-like storytelling with probing interviews, producing both revealing personal stakes and broader reflections on love in modern life. Notable strengths include a diverse slate of guests and topics, a strong narrative throughline on vulnerability, and thoughtful exploration of love's joys and complications. Potential listeners who enjoy deeply human ... more
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Recent guests on Modern Love include:
1. Joe Swanberg
2. Carla Lalli
3. Blake Martin
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6. Jenny Singer
7. Dr. Eli Sheff
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