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Love is more than you think. From the creators of Criminal. New episodes twice a month. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.

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Recent Guests

Rielle Abdelrahman
Graduate student at Auburn University who answers questions at the FOIA Information Desk
Auburn University FOIA Information Desk
Episode: Hotline!
Jim Classen
Co-host/participant in the barbecue hotline story
Summerland, Canada barbecue community
Episode: Hotline!
Mariana Komljanovic
Co-respondent in the barbecue hotline segment
Summerland, Canada
Episode: Hotline!
Scott Landry
Leader of Marine Animal Entanglement Response Program
Center for Coastal Studies
Episode: Hotline!
Bob Lynch
Co-leader of Marine Animal Entanglement Response Program
Center for Coastal Studies
Episode: Hotline!
Daniela Santoro
Anthropologist at Tulane University
Tulane University
Episode: Sextus Congenius Verus
Suzanne Lusnia
Professor of classical studies at Tulane University
Tulane University
Episode: Sextus Congenius Verus
Carolina Rangel De Lima
Researcher studying the Roman world
British Museum / University collaborations
Episode: Sextus Congenius Verus
Erin Scott O'Brien
New Orleans resident connected to the backyard stone
Private citizen
Episode: Sextus Congenius Verus

Host

Phoebe Judge
Host of This Is Love and related series; noted for documentary storytelling and empathetic interviewing.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 14.4k ratings
  • Uplifting

    Thank you so much for this podcast - some incredible stories & so well produced.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    las30
    United Kingdom24 days ago
  • What is Not to Love About this Podcast?

    It is not uncommon at the start of the podcast for me to wonder, how is this story going to tie into the theme of ‘love’, but by the end there is no question as to the answer. One of my favorite things is how the storytelling grabs you right away and sometimes you’ll be twelve minutes in before you get to the intro. The human experience is always at the forefront and Phoebe’s approach is always with such care.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Snoslyde
    United Statesa month ago
  • The best podcast!

    A must listen! Such a unique podcast, each story is so different and the quality of story telling is superb. So heart warming and wonderful to listen to. Each episode either has me crying, laughing, smiling or just feeling alive. Truly the best podcast out there!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cloë B
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Love

    This show really opens your eyes to the expansiveness of the definition of love. It’s beautiful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kcynthiag
    United States3 months ago
  • Fantastic

    Each story interesting, great interviews. From Snails to Prince to Blue…. Give a listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NancyAnne6
    United States3 months ago

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Many appreciate the host's empathetic approach and the show's ability to handle diverse topics with care.
Fans value the variety of guests and the way episodes connect personal stories to broader themes.
Some note that the narrative pacing can be slow but find the emotional payoff worthwhile.
A few listeners wish for more episodes from diverse geographies or communities.
Listeners praise the thoughtful, uplifting storytelling and high production quality.

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Hotline!
Q: How big is a humpback whale and where can you find information about their size?
Adult humpback whales are typically 46 to 49 feet long, with females often longer than males, sometimes reaching 52 to 56 feet.
The French Fries
Q: What was your first reaction when you found the half-eaten fries on Cathy's porch?
I was irritated and confused, but the recurring pattern made me realize this was more than a simple accident and warranted paying closer attention to the porch deliveries.
A Needle in a Haystack
Q: What was it like being out there in the park with so many people looking for Buddy?
It was surreal and incredibly moving; having a crowd gave me energy and renewed hope after days of silence and fear.
A Needle in a Haystack
Q: And when you went to pick him up and you first saw him, did you immediately feel a connection?
No, I didn't feel an instant connection at first; it was a rough start, but by the end of the long car ride home, I felt a deep bond forming as Buddy settled in.
Into the Ice
Q: What was it like diving under an iceberg?
It was a unique and terrifying experience, full of unexpected challenges and breathtaking sights.

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This program curates intimate, human-centered storytelling across a wide range of real-life topics. Stories span personal histories, community dynamics, science adventures, archaeology, and cultural phenomena, all anchored by compassionate interviews and documentary-style narration. Episodes often center on resilience, connection, and the ways people find meaning in everyday or extraordinary situations, from private quests and family histories to scientific exploration and public-interest mysteries. Its hallmark is elevated storytelling craft that blends curiosity, empathy, and a sense of shared humanity, making it appealing to listeners who crave thoughtful, well-produced narratives with emotional depth and occasional wonder.

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7. Suzanne Lusnia
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