Rephonic
Artwork for The Real Stuff

The Real Stuff with Lucie Fink

Dear Media
Mental Health
Parenting
Pregnancy
Motherhood
Grief
Family Dynamics
Content Creation
Marriage
Child Development
Divorce
Women's Health
Social Media
Entrepreneurship
Endometriosis
Parenthood
Parenting Challenges
Personal Growth
Death and Dying
Mother-In-Law
Sleep Training

The Real Stuff is a weekly podcast series hosted by Lucie Fink who has spent the past decade getting curious and creating engaging and educational content for an audience of millions. On this show, you won’t hear your favorite guests talk about things they typically share — rather, Lucie pulls them deep into some of the world’s most taboo topics, asking intensely personal questions about sex, mone... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes133Founded2 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
Personal JournalsRelationshipsSociety & Culture

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for The Real Stuff

Latest Episodes

Today's episode is about sex. And I know that word alone is enough to make some people skip past this one — which is exactly why I wanted to make it.

This episode is a little different from our usual format. You'll hear from audience callers who res... more

I’m finally talking openly about my body — something I've sidestepped since I first started posting online. I've always had a naturally slim frame, and from the moment I started sharing myself on the Internet, many people in the world had something t... more

YouTube

This week we have another incredibly sweet love story! When Lucy wrote in to share how she and her wife fell in love, I knew I had to have her on to share all of the details.

Lucy and Liv spent years believing they were both completely straight. The... more

YouTube

This conversation brought me so much joy! Claudia's story came to me in the most roundabout way — she emailed me about something else entirely, and I was so captivated by what she shared that I basically poached her and brought her straight to The Re... more

YouTube

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Conversations with Cam
Conversations with CamCameron Oaks Rogers
We Met At Acme
We Met At AcmeDear Media, Lindsey Metselaar
Two Parents & A Podcast
Two Parents & A PodcastAlex & Harrison Fugman

Recent Guests

Lucy Osborne
Audience caller who shares her coming‑out story
Guest on The Real Stuff
Episode: The Woman Who Fell In Love With Her BFF
Olivia Levin
Taylor Swift fandom influencer and author of The Story of Us
Swifties for Eternity; author at Simon & Schuster
Episode: The Swiftie Who Made Being a Fan Her Full-Time Job
Anabel Gonzalez
Founder of Good Bacteria
Good Bacteria
Episode: The Woman Who Fixed Her Gut To Beat Postpartum Depression
Alexandra Sunshine
Romanticy editor and senior editor at Kensington Books
Kensington Books
Episode: The Woman Who Gets Paid to Read Smut
Jen Glantz
Founder of Bridesmaid for Hire, author and entrepreneur
Bridesmaid for Hire
Episode: The Woman Who Gets Paid to Be a Bridesmaid
Jackie Blankenship
Intersex advocate, born intersex with AIS
Independent advocate
Episode: The Woman Born Without a Vagina
Michael Morris
Husband and partner who joined the Real Stuff project and later became co-CEO in the discussion
Personal partnership; Lucie Fink Media (collaborative venture)
Episode: Becoming co-CEOs in business and life (with my husband, Michael)
Les Alfred
Founder of Balance Black Girl; host of She's So Lucky (Dear Media)
She's So Lucky / Balance Black Girl
Episode: How To Live An Above-Average Life (with Les Alfred)
Brandon Sudduth
An incredible content creator and co-host of the Flip That Switch podcast
Content creator at Flip That Switch podcast
Episode: "This is a secret I thought I would take to my grave." (Brandon Sudduth)

Host

Lucie Fink
Host of The Real Stuff with Lucie Fink

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 684 ratings
  • Love

    You are my fav podcast!! I love all of your episodes and content. Great job!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Meg2426378383char
    United States2 months ago
  • So refreshing!

    I've followed Lucie's content for years (shout out to those refinary29 days) and I feel like this show is such a natural pivot. I think it's really refreshing to hear a creator being as open about their personal experiences as they ask their guests to be. Vulnerability is Lucie's super power!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kait Nardi
    United States3 months ago
  • Inspiring

    Thoroughly enjoy this podcast and all the topics that are discussed. Lucie has a unique way of opening up, being curious, and finding interesting topics to talk about. I look forward to her episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PodcastRosie
    Belgium3 months ago
  • This podcast is interesting but the long and ads are really taking away from the content.

    Podcast Addict
    4
    cdawg
    7 months ago
  • My favourite listen

    This podcast is for sure my favourite to come back to over and over. The range of topics is so wide and often completely unrelated to my life, yet I’m hooked every time. Counting down the minutes to the next ep always!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    aim8394
    United Kingdom10 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise authentic, compassionate interviewing and curiosity and highlight openness to tough topics.
Listeners note the breadth of topics keeps the show engaging, with strong recommendations to new listeners.
Fans appreciate vulnerability and real-life perspectives, both with guests and the host.
Many praise the host for thoughtful, respectful questions that invite honesty from guests.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Woman Who Fell In Love With Her BFF
Q: What happened during Thanksgiving 2016 that was pivotal?
They invited Liv to join Lucy's family trip, leading to a sequence of moments (handholding, electric feelings) that culminated in realizing they were falling in love.
The Woman Who Fell In Love With Her BFF
Q: What was your upbringing like regarding sexuality?
Both initially identified as straight due to family and societal expectations, with later recognition of same-sex attraction as their relationship with Liv evolved.
The Swiftie Who Made Being a Fan Her Full-Time Job
Q: How did you monetize your Swiftie account for the first time?
I moved from posting as a hobby to taking opportunities with a brand partnerships agent who saw potential in pairing a passionate fan account with actual brand deals, which led to my first paid collaborations and eventually a book deal.
The Woman Who Fixed Her Gut To Beat Postpartum Depression
Q: How did you bridge the experience of psychedelic therapy with ongoing mental health and gut health work after the treatment?
She discusses integration practices with therapy, journaling, affirmations, and ongoing lifestyle changes focused on gut health, diet diversity, and mindful parenting.
The Woman Who Fixed Her Gut To Beat Postpartum Depression
Q: What did the ketamine infusion process feel like, and how did the experience influence your daily life afterward?
She describes a controlled clinic setting with music, blindfolds, and monitoring, and notes a gradual improvement after the first few infusions, with a return to activities and a lasting neural change that enabled higher functioning.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About The Real Stuff

What is The Real Stuff about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Think-piece–driven conversations that probe intimate and taboo topics with candor. Listeners lean into deep dives on sex, relationships, parenting, and personal growth, guided by a host who blends curiosity with empathy. Guests typically bring lived experience or professional insight into areas like sex, romance, kink, parenting arrangements, and nontraditional family dynamics, often sharing practical takeaways or advocacy angles. The show stands out for its willingness to tackle difficult subjects openly, create a safe space for guests to share personal stories, and spotlight underrepresented perspectives, all while weaving in actionable resources for listeners.

Where can I find podcast stats for The Real Stuff?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for The Real Stuff. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to The Real Stuff and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does The Real Stuff get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for The Real Stuff, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for The Real Stuff?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for The Real Stuff, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does The Real Stuff have?

To see how many followers or subscribers The Real Stuff has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to The Real Stuff?

These podcasts share a similar audience with The Real Stuff:

1. Conversations with Cam
2. We Met At Acme
3. Two Parents & A Podcast
4. Tell Me I'm a Good Mom with Lo Bosworth Natale
5. Long Story Short with Nicole Pellegrino

How many episodes of The Real Stuff are there?

The Real Stuff launched 2 years ago and published 133 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact The Real Stuff?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for The Real Stuff?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for The Real Stuff from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for The Real Stuff?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of The Real Stuff. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on The Real Stuff?

Recent guests on The Real Stuff include:

1. Lucy Osborne
2. Olivia Levin
3. Anabel Gonzalez
4. Alexandra Sunshine
5. Jen Glantz
6. Jackie Blankenship
7. Michael Morris
8. Les Alfred

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days