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Real Love Ready: The Series
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Welcome to Real Love Ready: The Series. After four years and 100+ conversations with relationship experts, Robin Ducharme shares what she's learned about loving well in a world longing for connection.
Real Love Ready is a series exploring why love can feel impossible today and offering a framework to believe in it again. Robin sits down with therapists, coaches, authors, and people from all walks of life who, because of who they are or what they've been through, have something to teach us about love.
New episodes every Tuesday.
Distributed by Realm.
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Sabrina Zohar - Are You Abandoning Yourself in Love?
Feb 1900:47:24Tap to summarizeWhat does it look like to stop abandoning yourself in love? In this episode, Robin sits down with certified dating coach, relationship coach, and host of The Sabrina Zohar Show, Sabrina Zohar, to explore self-abandonment, the quiet ways we shrink to keep connection, and how attachment wounds shape the way we show up in relationships.Robin and Sabrina unpack people-pleasing, boundaries, and nervous system regulation, including why we say yes when we mean no, lose our voice to avoid conflict, and repeat familiar patterns even when they no longer serve us. They talk about emotional safety, the grief that can come with choosing yourself, and the daily practices that support healing and personal growth.If you’re ready to build self-trust, take up space, and choose connection without losing yourself, this conversation offers a grounded path back to you.We want to hear from you! Please send us your anonymous questions for the Podcast as well as our weekly IG Live Ask The Experts Q&A. https://realloveready.com/submitaquestionLinks:www.sabrinazohar.comhttps://www.sabrinazohar.com/foundation-course-v2FOLLOW SABRINA ZOHAR: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | YOUTUBE | TIKTOKFOLLOW RLR: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TIKTOK
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Dr. Nicole McNichols - You Could Be Having Better Sex
Feb 500:43:35Tap to summarizeWhat does it really take to have better sex—and why were so many of us never taught how? In this episode of Let’s Talk Love, Robin sits down with Dr. Nicole McNichols, internationally renowned human sexuality professor and author of You Could Be Having Better Sex, to unpack the myths and shame around sex that shape our relationships.Together, they explore how pleasure, sexual communication, and emotional safety are learnable skills, why understanding how our bodies work matters, and how small, practical shifts can transform intimacy over time. They also talk about masturbation, sexual mindfulness, navigating insecurity, and the power of creating “intimacy dates” to rebuild connection.Consider this your permission slip to learn, unlearn, and build a sex life that actually feels good to you. This is possible for all of us! We want to hear from you! Please send us your anonymous questions for the Podcast as well as our weekly IG Live Ask The Experts Q&A. https://realloveready.com/submitaquestionLinks:https://nicolethesexprofessor.com/FOLLOW DR. NICOLE: INSTAGRAM | TIKTOKFOLLOW RLR: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TIKTOKCredits: the Let’s Talk Love Podcast is hosted by Robin Ducharme, recorded and edited by Maia Anstey.
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Logan Ury - How to Make Online Dating Work for You (A Revisit)
Jan 2200:55:36Tap to summarizeWe’re revisiting this conversation with Logan Ury, packed with the kind of practical dating wisdom you can actually use.In this episode Robin sits down with Logan, dating coach, behavioral scientist, and author of How to Not Die Alone: The Surprising Science That Will Help You Find Love, to talk about what it looks like to date with more intention, clarity, and self-awareness.Together, they explore why dating can feel so hard, how to spot the patterns that keep us stuck, and what it means to treat dating like a skill you can practice, not a situation you just “get lucky” in. Logan breaks down her three dating tendencies, shares why “the spark” can be misleading, and offers simple shifts that help you go on better dates, show up more authentically, and stop relation-shopping your way out of real connection.We want to hear from you! Please send us your anonymous questions for the Podcast as well as our weekly IG Live Ask The Experts Q&A. https://realloveready.com/submitaquestionLinks:Learn More About Logan’s Date Smarter ProgramTake The Three Dating Tendencies QuizSign up for Logan’s NewsletterFOLLOW RLR: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TIKTOKWatch the podcast on YouTube: youtube.com/reallovereadyCredits: the Let’s Talk Love Podcast is hosted by Robin Ducharme, recorded and edited by Maia Anstey.
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Dr. Ramani Durvasula - Healing From Narcissistic Abuse (A Revisit)
Jan 800:49:51Tap to summarizeWe’re bringing back this powerful and deeply validating conversation with Dr. Ramani Durvasala—an episode filled with timeless guidance for anyone navigating or healing from narcissistic relationships.In this episode, Robin sits down with Dr. Ramani, one of the world’s leading experts on narcissistic abuse, to explore what really happens inside these dynamics and what it takes to slowly reclaim your sense of self. Together, they unpack the traits of narcissism, the cycle of trauma bonding, and the confusing mix of hope, shame, and grief that can keep people feeling stuck.Dr. Ramani offers compassionate, practical tools for healing—radical acceptance, gentle detachment, reframing your story, and reconnecting with the parts of yourself that were minimized or lost along the way. She also breaks down how to recognize the signs of narcissism, understand the emotional toll of gaslighting and manipulation, and begin the process of recovery with clarity and self-compassion.Whether you’re currently in a difficult dynamic, supporting someone who is, or continuing your own healing journey, this conversation offers a grounding perspective and guidance you can return to again and again.We want to hear from you! Please send us your anonymous questions for the Podcast as well as our weekly IG Live Ask The Experts Q&A. https://realloveready.com/submitaquestionLinks:Book: It’s Not YouCA: https://amzn.to/3IgahDNUS: https://amzn.to/3TedMRtNarcissistic Relationship Healing Program + Community: https://doctor-ramani.teachable.com/p/taking-yourself-back-healing-from-narcissistic-antagonistic-relationshipsFOLLOW RLR: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TIKTOKFOLLOW DR. RAMANI: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | XWatch the podcast on YouTube: youtube.com/reallovereadyCredits: the Let’s Talk Love Podcast is hosted by Robin Ducharme, recorded and edited by Maia Anstey.
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Riaz Meghji - How to Build Deeper Connections
Dec 2500:40:52Tap to summarizeWhat does it really take to feel more connected? In this episode of Let’s Talk Love, Robin sits down with human connection expert and author of Every Conversation Counts, Riaz Meghji, to explore how we can create more meaningful conversations and deeper relationships in our everyday lives.Robin and Riaz talk about why we often mistake online connectivity for real connection, and how simple shifts—like leading with empathy, asking better questions, and truly listening—can change the way we show up in life and with those we love. Riaz shares practical tools like assertive empathy, “ask first, talk second,” and the value of leading with curiosity and vulnerability in our daily interactions. He encourages us to have the hard conversations as ways to deepen our relationships. At the end of the day, we all need connection and want to feel genuinely seen.If you’re longing for more real, authentic connections, this episode offers actionable ways to start—one conversation at a time.We want to hear from you! Please send us your anonymous questions for the Podcast as well as our weekly IG Live Ask The Experts Q&A. https://realloveready.com/submitaquestionLinks:Book - https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/every-conversation-counts-the-5-habits-of-human-connection-that-build-extraordinary-relationships/9781989603727.htmlWebsite - www.riazmeghji.comFOLLOW RIAZ MEGHJI: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TIKTOK | YOUTUBEFOLLOW RLR: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TIKTOK
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Jessica Baum - Building Safe Relationships
Dec 1100:41:14Tap to summarizeWhat does it take to feel safe in your relationships? In this episode of Let’s Talk Love, Robin sits down with licensed psychotherapist and author, Jessica Baum, to explore the core themes from her new book Safe. Together they look at how implicit memory, early attachment wounds, and our nervous system shape the way we show up in our relationships. Drawing from her personal healing and clinical work, Jessica explains how sensations in the body often hold the memories we can’t consciously recall, and how this awareness can begin to shift long-held patterns in relationships.Robin and Jessica talk about protectors—the behaviors we lean on when we don’t feel safe—as well as anchors, the supportive relationships that help us regulate, repair, and reconnect with our inner world. They explore inner child work, trauma bonding, and the familiar pull toward partners who mirror our earliest experiences. Through real stories and grounded examples, this conversation invites a deeper understanding of how the body remembers, how healing happens in connection, and how compassionate awareness can support attachment healing, nervous system regulation, and more secure love.We want to hear from you! Please send us your anonymous questions for the Podcast as well as our weekly IG Live Ask The Experts Q&A. https://realloveready.com/submitaquestionLinks: https://www.jessicabaumlmhc.com/safeFOLLOW RLR: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TIKTOKFOLLOW JESSICA BAUM: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK
Transcribe →Dr. Stan Tatkin - Why We Fight
Nov 2700:53:10Tap to summarizeWhat actually makes a relationship work? In this episode of Let’s Talk Love, Robin and Dr. Stan Tatkin, couples therapist, researcher, and co-founder of the PACT Institute talk about just that! Drawing from decades of work with couples and insights from his book In Each Other’s Care, Dr. Stan helps us understand how our nervous system, attachment patterns, and instinctive human threat responses shape the way we relate. He brings clarity to why relationship conflict feels so hard—and how awareness can create room for more clarity and connection.Dr. Stan explains what supports a secure-functioning relationship: offering relief before trying to solve the issue, repairing early so resentment doesn’t build, and creating shared relationship agreements that protect emotional safety and trust. Rather than focus on what makes for a healthy partnership, Dr. Stan emphasizes what we can do to form secure bonds with those we love. This conversation offers thoughtful relationship insights and encourages us to consider how small, deliberate choices can strengthen the relationships we cherish.We want to hear from you! Please send us your anonymous questions for the Podcast as well as our weekly IG Live Ask The Experts Q&A. https://realloveready.com/submitaquestionLinks: http://thepactinstitute.com/FOLLOW DR. STAN TATKIN: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOKFOLLOW RLR: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TIKTOK
Transcribe →Dr. Ingrid Clayton - The Fawn Response
Nov 1300:57:49Tap to summarizeWhat does it mean to fawn—and how can we begin to heal this trauma response?In this episode of Let’s Talk Love, Robin sits down with licensed clinical psychologist and author Dr. Ingrid Clayton to explore the fawn response, a survival pattern that develops as a way to stay safe in unsafe environments. Drawing from her professional work, therapy practice, and lived experience, Dr. Ingrid shares how fawning shows up in relationships through people-pleasing, over-accommodating, or losing your voice—and how understanding this trauma response, often rooted in complex trauma, can help us move from self-blame to self-awareness, personal growth, and healing.Robin and Dr. Ingrid share personal stories and insights as they unpack how early experiences and attachment wounds shape the ways we seek love, safety, and connection. They talk about the process of“unfawning” by noticing your body’s cues, rebuilding self-trust, setting healthier boundaries, and learning what safety feels like from the inside out. This conversation reminds us that healing begins with awareness—recognizing how the patterns that once kept us safe can also hold us back, and how seeing them with compassion can open the door to new ways of showing up for ourselves and those we love.We want to hear from you! Please send us your anonymous questions for the Podcast as well as our weekly IG Live Ask The Experts Q&A. https://realloveready.com/submitaquestionLinks:Book - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/779579/fawning-by-dr-ingrid-clayton/Website - https://www.ingridclayton.com/FOLLOW RLR: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TIKTOKFOLLOW DR. INGRID CLAYTON: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK
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Tamsen Fadal - How to Menopause
Nov 7, 2024Tap to summarizeThis week on Let’s Talk Love, Robin is joined by award-winning journalist and menopause advocate Tamsen Fadal. Tamsen opens up about her journey from a successful career in journalism to becoming a champion for women’s health, with a focus on navigating menopause. Tamsen shares her personal experiences with menopause, highlighting the importance of understanding its stages and the need for greater education and support for women during this transition. She points to the importance of finding healthcare professionals who truly understand menopause. Tamsen shares what has worked for her, including making key lifestyle adjustments and embracing aging with grace. She also reflects on her time as a matchmaker and how our relationships naturally evolve over time. We look forward to reading her newest book, How to Menopause, releasing this March 2025. Takeaways:Over a billion women will experience menopause by 2025.Perimenopause can last several years and includes various symptoms.There are effective solutions for managing menopause symptoms, including hormone replacement therapy.Finding a knowledgeable doctor is crucial for menopause management.Listening to your body and self-care are essential during this transition.Aging can be embraced as a blessing, not feared.Tamsen's matchmaking experience taught her about relationships and self-discovery.We want to hear from you! Send us your anonymous questions for the Podcast as well as our weekly IG Live Ask The Experts Q&A. https://realloveready.com/submitaquestionLinks:https://www.tamsenfadal.com/howtomenopausehttps://www.pbs.org/show/the-m-factor-shredding-the-silence-on-menopause/FOLLOW TAMSEN: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TIKTOKFOLLOW RLR: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TIKTOK Watch the podcast on YouTube: youtube.com/realloveready Credits: the Let’s Talk Love Podcast is hosted by Robin Ducharme, recorded and edited by Maia Anstey, and transcribed by Otter.ai.
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Dr. Alexandra Solomon - Love Lessons
Feb 29, 2024Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Let's Talk Love, Robin is joined by clinical psychologist, Dr. Alexandra Solomon to discuss her new book, Love Every Day: 365 Daily Practices for Loving Relationships. Robin and Dr. Solomon explore themes like overcoming defensiveness, practicing empathy over problem-solving, managing vulnerability in relationships, and making meaningful apologies. This thought-provoking conversation provides tools for personal and relational growth.We want to hear from you! Send us your anonymous questions for the Podcast as well as our weekly IG Live Ask The Experts Q&A. https://realloveready.com/submitaquestionLevel up your relational skills at In Bloom April 12-14, 2024https://realloveready.com/in-bloom-a-love-and-relationships-summit-2024Learn more with Dr. Alexandra Solomon:RLR Mini Course: Tending To The Gardens of Intimacy with Dr. Alexandra Solomon & Terry Real: https://realloveready.com/coursesDr. Solomon’s website: https://dralexandrasolomon.com/Order Love Every Day: https://dralexandrasolomon.com/book/FOLLOW DR. ALEXANDRA SOLOMON: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | XFOLLOW RLR: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | XWatch the podcast on YouTube: youtube.com/realloveready Credits: the Let’s Talk Love Podcast is hosted by Robin Ducharme, recorded and edited by Maia Anstey, and transcribed by Otter.ai.
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