The Couple's Guide Podcast

Listen as Ryan and Talia discuss what’s really going on when one partner struggles with the fear of commitment and how to navigate scary discussions.

Listen as Ryan and Talia discuss what to do when you or your partner ends up in a defensive posture instead of a collaborative posture.

Listen as Ryan and Talia discuss how to introduce a fresh start into your relationship on both a big scale and a small scale.

Listen as Ryan and Talia discuss what happens in a relationship when couples take on Good Cop, Bad Cop roles and identify one partner as The Problem.

Listen as Ryan and Talia discuss the common relationship challenge: when a partner says one thing, but does something else.

Listen as Ryan and Talia answer the listener question “How do I better understand what type of person I’d enjoy being in a relationship with?”

Listen as Ryan and Talia share their latest updates and advice for getting through the holiday season.

Listen as Ryan and Talia discuss what to do when one member of the couple or relationship likes self-growth and the other doesn’t.

Listen as Ryan and Talia answer the listener question: "How do I know I’m healed enough to date?”

Listen as Ryan and Talia chat with psychologist Dr. Harpreet Malla about her work supporting couples navigating arranged marriages.

Listen as Ryan and Talia discuss the reasons why it’s so thrilling to pursue, chase, and date new partners, only to be left feeling unfulfilled once the chase is over.

Listen as Ryan and Talia chat with Lee Povey, executive leadership and emotional coach, about his men’s groups and how his “gym for your mind” can help strengthen your relationship.

Listen as Ryan and Talia discuss the differences between “wants” and “needs” within the various stages of a relationship.

Listen as Ryan and Talia discuss how to navigate the transition back to in-person dating while paying attention to the new dating climate emerging from the pandemic.

Listen as Ryan and Talia discuss tips and tricks on how to reintroduce touch, sex, and intimacy after a physical hiatus in a relationship.

Listen as Ryan and Talia discuss the risk factors and emotional experiences of infidelity within a relationship.

Listen as Ryan and Talia discuss the different types of emotional regulation for couples, including the difference between self-regulation and co-regulation.

Listen as Ryan and Talia continue with part 3 of their series all about the different stages of a relationship. In this third part, they talk about when to end a relationship and how to move on after a relationship.

Listen as Ryan and Talia continue with part 2 of their series all about the different stages of a relationship. In this second part, they talk about “How to Plan for the Future” and moving forward in your relationship.

Listen as Ryan and Talia begin a new series all about the different stages of a relationship. In this first part, they answer the listener question “What are the steps to a relationship?” and walk step-by-step up the path of how to begin a new, healthy relationship.

Listen as Ryan and Talia answer the listener question, "How to stop being jealous in a new relationship cause you were badly cheated on in the past one?"

Listen as Ryan and Talia outline different parts of forgiveness and key tips on how to practice forgiveness in your relationship.

Listen as Ryan and Talia discuss how to repair and reconnect with your partner after a fight.

Listen as Ryan and Talia do a deep dive into the anxious - avoidant relationship pattern that often feels like a roller coaster of high points and low points that we mistake for love.

Listen as Ryan and Talia answer the listener question, "What to do when my partner has a strong interest in me but doesn't want a relationship?"