The Top 15 Relationship Podcasts to Listen to Right Now

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Relationships aren't always easy to navigate, and it's natural to go through rough patches in any type of union, whether you're dating, engaged, or married. That said, you shouldn't call it quits when things get too hard to handle, as there are tons of resources out there to help you and your partner heal and grow through all the valleys of life. While therapy is always the best choice for those dealing with any type of dilemma, in today's digital world, relationship podcasts are also a great tool to turn to if searching for love and marital advice. But that's not all: These podcasts can also service people who are single and hoping to find a companion in the near future.

Simply put, no matter where you are in your journey, relationship podcasts are great to listen to when dealing with the highs and lows of being in love, from learning how to open your heart after a breakup to discovering new and unique ways to keep the spark alive in a marriage. The best part? Podcasts are a convenient way to access advice from professionals and real-life people in seconds; they’re accessible to anyone, especially if you don’t have the money for couples therapy.

Ready to strengthen your relationship or learn a little more about modern-day dating? Here are 15 relationship podcasts to listen to right now, from lighthearted shows to podcasts devoted to helping married couples stay married. Read on for more.

Tips for Getting the Most Out of Relationship Podcasts

The simple act of tuning into a podcast at home or during your commute can introduce you to a world of psychological and emotional concepts of which you were previously unaware. However, you can make the experience even more rewarding by following these tips:

Search for episodes that correlate to specific topics that you and your partner are dealing with. For example, if you're trying to start a family, find a podcast about family planning and all that's involved with having a baby.
Take notes by investing in a special notebook devoted to your relationship podcast.
Reflect afterward about what you learned, either by journaling or designating time to share your thoughts with your partner.

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The Top 15 Relationship Podcasts

Here, we list out some of the top relationship podcasts and their areas of expertise.

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Dateable

The New York Times and Oprah named this podcast one of the top shows to listen to for love and relationship content. Hosts Yue Xu and Julie Krafchick discuss everything from handling anxious attachment styles to dating as an older adult. This refreshing and informative podcast is one to know if you're single, dating, married, or somewhere in between.

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Dear Sugars

Hosts Cheryl Strayed and Steve Almond offer "radical empathic advice" to individuals searching for love and dating advice, especially the ones who are lost, lonely, and heartsick, according to their website. Recent topics include male-female friendships and how to discuss body weight issues with your partner.

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The Endless Honeymoon

Married hosts Moshe Kasher and Natasha Leggero started this podcast following the success of their hit Netflix special, The Honeymoon Stand-up Special. Within each episode, Kasher and Leggero answer call-in questions, while sharing interesting insights from their own union and interviewing prominent individuals. Recent guests include comedians Brent Weinbach and Nikki Glaser, and episode topics have ranged from navigating overseas trips to how to take your child to the dentist.

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Couples Therapy

Though the title sounds serious, comedian co-hosts Naomi Ekperigin and Andy Beckerman keep sound advice balanced with laughter in this popular podcast. Each week, the duo releases an episode on various relationship topics, plus interviews with celebrity guests, such as Kat Sadler and Tyrel Jackson Williams.

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Dear Future Wifey

Host Laterras R. Whitfield started Dear Future Wifey after being inspired to start writing love letters to his future wife. Today, the viral podcast has featured some of the most influential people—like Srah Jakes Roberts and LeToya Luckett—to discuss an array of topics on love, marriage, life, and faith.

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Focus on Marriage

What makes a marriage work? How do you get rid of unrealistic sexual expectations in the bedroom? Hosts John Fuller, Dr. Greg, and Erin Smalley help answer life's hardest questions regarding marriage and keeping your relationship intact. No matter if you're married, or soon-to-be married, this podcast is for you.

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Committed

Committed is a podcast dedicated to sharing the stories of couples who have dealt with life's most challenging relationship dilemmas. What do you do if your husband reveals he's gay one and a half years into your marriage? How do you live with a partner who's dealing with a severe porn addiction? Host Jo Piazza carefully recounts each story to highlight how adversity can bring people closer together.

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Let’s Get Vulnerable: Relationship and Dating Advice

Dr. Morgan Anderson is a psychologist, relationship coach, and creator of the E.S.L. relationship method. Her podcast, Let’s Get Vulnerable: Relationship and Dating Advice, features live coaching sessions with real couples, interviews with notable guests, and clinically approved relationship advice. Be sure to tune into this one with a pad and pencil in hand.

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The Viall Files

What happens when a former Bachelor star creates a dating and relationship podcast? You get The Viall Files, a platform devoted to love, breakups, celebrity gossip, and more. Each week, Nick Viall releases three to four episodes on topics ranging from "My Husband Hates Me" to "Cheating Calendars", plus interviews with notable people like Dr. Phil and former Bachelor and Bachelorette contestants.

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I Do Podcast: Relationship Advice

This highly-rated podcast tackles topics to help individuals grow in relationships (and in life), by discussing subjects like how to form secure attachment styles and how to ask the right questions to improve your marriage. It also offers a "Spark My Relationship" course—a program aimed to improve passion and communication in 90 days—that you can take with your love.

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Modern Love

If you want to feel all the feels, tune into Modern Love, a verbal rendition of the essays published in the New York Times column of the same name. The episodes cover all aspects of love and relationships, from romantic heartbreak to parental love and platonic friendships. The stories, either read by the writer or a celebrity, highlight how we, as humans, aren't alone when dealing with the highs and lows of life.

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We Met At Acme

As one of the first dating podcasts to go viral, We Met At Acme is for those trying to navigate the world of dating, in an age where situationships and ghosting run supreme. In each episode, host Lindsey Metselaar discusses what everyone wants to know but is too afraid to ask, while also interviewing dating experts, licensed professionals, celebrities, and influencers for their dating experiences or expertise.

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Awesome Marriage Podcast

With over 40 years of experience as a couple’s counselor, Dr. Kim Kimberling offers his expert insight within the Awesome Marriage podcast. If you and your partner are searching for ways to handle conflict in a healthy way, communicate openly, and deal with intimate issues, among other topics, this podcast is for you.

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Marriage Be Hard Conversations

Co-hosts and married couple Kevin and Melissa share their honest truths about love and relationships—insights gained from their 15+ year marriage—in a fresh, modern, and relatable way. In each episode, the duo sits with a new couple to discuss the realities of marriage, using humor to discuss life's twists and turns when in a relationship.

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I Will Teach You to Be Rich

I Will Teach You to Be Rich is a podcast that highlights the stories of real-life couples going through financial struggles. According to the podcast's bio, "[Host] Ramit Sethi asks the questions we wish we all could ask, presenting a totally different philosophy on money."

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