The Great Love Debate with Brian Howie

Our annual tradition returns! The Debate Team gathers to raise some cheer and crack open our year-end Holiday Mailbag. Nervous new daters, awkward gift-givers, grumpy grinches, mistletoe madness, new hope for the New Year, and much much more. Plus, why this is the worst time of year to get engaged!

Is there one thing men can do to change everything about how she feels...and feels about him? Brian breaks down the most important thing he's learned, why it matters, how to handle difficult conversations, the meaning of words, the value of listening, and what she really wants from him!

Have men lost their mojo when it comes to going after what they want? Brian brings in the boys to talk about bouncing back from a breakup, making the first move, the art of approaching a woman, what to say and when to say it, great opening lines, getting comfortable in a new relationship, the keys to improving your profile, how to make a relationship last, and much, much more!

Are the young daters of America wandering aimlessly through the dating wilderness? Brian is joined by 3 members of Generation Z to talk about their unique relationship challenges, lessons they learned from their parents, the lack of urgency in commitment, why they are hesitant to engage, and what we all need to do better!

Do you want to control your dating fate? Brian breaks down how luck plays into it, what it really means, how to change it, where to discover it, what it adds up to, why the desired outcome is always within reach, and how to hit the relationship jackpot!

Do we overthink, underthink, or think just the right amount? "Food For Thought" host Ashley Gersh drops by to talk about how to prepare for a date, why our brains don't always give correct clues, how to interpret mixed signals, what makes a relationship serious, the importance of anxiety, and much, much more! Plus, should you really trust your gut?

Have things really changed so significantly over the last two years? Brian takes a look back at his groundbreaking "Dating Amendments", and reflects on what is different, what is the true path to happiness, how you can make your own opportunities, and why belief in yourself is always the key to confidence!

Has dating in 2022 gone completely off the rails? "Charisma Quotient" host Kimmy Seltzer returns to talk about the storm clouds forming, why men and women have moved apart, what led to the loss of hope, why lazy dating is dominating, why fear is overwhelming, and much, much more! Plus...how much alpha is too much alpha? To reserve your spot for Kimmy's workshop - https://bl394.isrefer.com/go/SHD/B...

Are we sometimes our own worst enemies? "The Connector" Arielle Leavitt stops by to talk about getting in our own way, overthinking our options, missing out on magic, habits we need to rethink, and why everyone has issues to deal with!

Do our early dating failures benefit us down the road? "Mom Esteem" host Jamie Levine stops by to talk about her dating evolution, shares her theories on our romantic disconnect, breaks down the logic behind sexting, and argues for friendship as a quality consolation prize! Plus, are all of us really just...tired?

Should we care more about...caring? Brian breaks down his quest for answers, the root of all questions, why being passionate matters, how to harness your emotion, and why single people are sometimes the most hopeful!

Does anyone really know what's going on out there? "Millionaire Matchmaker" star Marisa Saks returns to break down the current state of the date, why so many are so lost, changes in the relationship space, how dating apps need to change, what we all need to do better, why we need to date in the workplace, and much, much more!

What changes can change everything for your love life? Andrea Barkley from "The Andrea Barkley Show" stops by to give plenty of motivation, steps we can all take, things to add to our diet, the importance of changing your scenery, discovering what works for you, and much, much more. Plus...is there a correlation between attractiveness and tardiness?

Have we collectively lost our what when it comes to sexual confidence? "Dr. Sex Fairy" host Dr. Kanwal Bawa returns to take on all your bedroom challenges - how to regain your mojo, why men and women of all ages have challenges, the effect of drugs on performance, when is the best time (and way) to communicate, how to get the best from your partner, overcoming physical and emotional barriers, and...

Do you still think about that special someone who you're no longer with? The gang from "Secrets of a Sugar Daddy" stop by to help unpack a fresh batch of Listener Letters dealing with the ones that got away! Mistakes that were made, second chances that are sought, regrets that linger, timing that never worked, and habits that should have changed...everyone wants a do-over!

Is the simplest gesture often the most meaningful? Brian breaks down the reaction you need to look for, why laughter only goes so far, the importance of a moment, how you can tell how they feel, the best way to heighten your happy, and why you have had the answer your entire life!

Can a great relationship be formed from differing perspectives, opinions, and life experiences? "Ask The Rabbi" host Rabbi Leonid Feldman stops by to talk about love, life, faith, overcoming obstacles, breaking down differences, the importance of sex, regaining trust, and what we can learn about love from the Old Testament. Plus, a look back at dating in the Soviet Union!

What is the real reason things didn't work out? Brian dives into the heart of the madness, and breaks down two of the most common obstacles to dating success. Why you are going after the wrong things, what actually caused your relationship's demise, where to find better possibilities, how to improve your odds, why you need to stop looking backwards, and much, much more!

How long is too long to go without a date? "Single Mom Success" host Becky Skeba-Mancini drops by to talk about her unique dating history, how things change after 40, the specific challenges of 2022, finding your window of opportunity, what it means to have a type, and much, much more. Plus...Brian shares the very best way to get a guy to make his move!

Can a great question lead to an answer that means...everything? Brian breaks down the best question ever - why it matters, what it means, the importance of a memory, understanding a moment, unexpected magic, the value of recognition, and much, much more. Plus - more members of the GLD300 club!

Do other people really know what's best for your love life? Brian breaks down the societal ritual of finding people a mate - why it rarely works, how you should respond, where to make your own match, and why grandma doesn't always know best. Plus, the importance of understanding your partner - and how the slightest change can change everything!

Does warm weather bring in a new slew of hot dating problems? We open up our annual "Summer Lovin'" mailbag...with a twist! "Path to Passion" host Yael Lanciano returns to help tackle a tricky batch of season-specific issues - bad boating habits, skimpy bikinis, ever-present exes, never-ending games, overly attractive friends, and much, much more. Plus...is it time for Autumn to have its day in th...

Is there more than one path to personal fulfillment? Author and mindfulness advocate Barbara Heller stops by to talk about her unorthodox search for love, why it matters to find your truth, why she is willing to wait for marriage, how religion and spirituality can open one's heart, what it means to be intimate, the keys to healing trauma, and much, much more. Plus...celebrity impressions!

What are the things you need to stop doing...immediately? Brian runs down a list of what you should never do, why they make no sense, what's getting in the way of your dating happiness, how people have lost their minds, and the easiest way to stop tripping over your own bad habits!

Do you still need to get your head out of your apps? Brian is joined by "Housewives of Golf" co-host Sarah Held to discover what's really going on there, why change is a good thing, how murky and deep is the current pool of men, and why a woman's life really gets going at 40. Plus...a real love connection that will totally blow your mind!