Let's Talk Love | A Real Love Ready Podcast

What does it take to create secure, lasting love? In this episode of Let’s Talk Love, Robin sits down with therapist, author, and attachment expert Julie Menanno to explore how we can create relationships that feel safe, connected, and enduring. Rather than focusing on the idea of a “healthy relationship,” Julie invites us to consider what it means to build a secure partnership—one rooted in emoti...

Why do we get hooked on drama and how can we break free? This week on Let’s Talk Love, Robin sits down with clinical psychologist and founder of The Embody Lab, Dr. Scott Lyons, to explore the hidden role drama plays in our lives. Drawing from his book, Addicted to Drama: Healing Dependency on Crisis and Drama in Yourself and Others, Scott brings warmth, openness, and relatability to a subject man...

What does it really mean to be a “good mom”—and who gets to decide? In this episode of Let’s Talk Love, Robin sits down with therapist, author, and mother Vanessa Bennett for a candid conversation inspired by her new book, The Motherhood Myth. Together, they explore the myths and societal pressures placed on women, the impact of over-parenting, and the learning and growth available to all of us wh...

We’re bringing back this heartfelt and practical conversation with Paul Carrick Brunson, full of timeless wisdom on what it really takes to build meaningful relationships. Robin is joined by Paul Brunson, globally recognized matchmaker, author, and Head of Global Research at Tinder, to explore what makes love last in today’s complex dating landscape. Drawing from his book It’s Complicated (But It...

We’re excited to revisit this powerful conversation with Dr. Shefali. Whether it’s your first time listening or you’re returning to a favourite, this episode offers profound insights into self-discovery, authenticity, and the journey toward awakening. Robin is joined by Dr. Shefali Tsabary to explore shedding societal beliefs, redefining love and relationships, and the vital role of setting bounda...

We’re excited to revisit a heartfelt conversation with Dené Logan, packed with deep insight into the dance between our inner masculine and feminine energies and how this shapes the way we relate. In this episode, Robin is joined by couples therapist Dené Logan to explore themes from her book, Sovereign Love. Drawing from her work with clients and her background in depth psychology, Dené unpacks ho...

What does it mean to bring your whole self—mind, body, and spirit—into your intimate relationships? In this transformative episode of Let’s Talk Love, Robin sits down with world-renowned sex and relationship therapist Dr. Laura Berman for a deep and soulful conversation about intimacy, healing, and awakening your sensual self. Drawing from her powerful new book Sex Magic, Dr. Berman reveals how tr...

What does it really take to feel secure—in yourself, your relationships, and your life? In this soulful episode of Let’s Talk Love, Robin is joined by internationally recognized coach and founder of The Art of Healing, Trevor Hanson, for a deeply honest conversation about what it means to build true emotional security from the inside out. They explore the roots of anxious attachment, the longing t...

Have you ever felt guilty for experiencing joy when life feels heavy? In this powerful episode of Let’s Talk Love, Robin sits down with trauma researcher, author, and coach Dr. MaryCatherine McDonald—affectionately known as MC—to explore how joy and grief can coexist, and why embracing joy in hard times isn’t just possible, but essential. Drawing from her transformative new book The Joy Reset, MC...

Optimism isn’t just a mindset—it’s a skill you can practice and grow. In this episode of Let’s Talk Love, Robin sits down with psychiatrist, author, and mental health advocate Dr. Sue Varma to explore the power of Practical Optimism. Drawing from her new book Practical Optimism: The Art, Science, and Practice of Exceptional Well-Being, Dr. Varma shares how optimism isn’t a fixed trait, it’s a skil...

So many of us have been taught to shrink ourselves to fit into someone else’s story. But what happens when we step into the center of our own? In this episode of Let’s Talk Love, Robin sits down with psychologist and author Dr. Amanda Hanson to explore what it truly means for women to become the muses of their own lives. Drawing from her book Muse: The Magnetism of Women Who Stop Abandoning Themse...

In this episode of Let’s Talk Love, Robin is joined by Julie Krafchick and Yue Xu, co-hosts of the Dateable podcast and authors of the new book How to Be Dateable. With humor, honesty, and hard-earned wisdom from their own dating journeys—and those of thousands of others—they explore what it really means to date authentically in today’s world—and why it matters. They unpack the mindsets that hold...

In this episode of Let’s Talk Love, Robin sits down with Dr. Thema Bryant, psychologist, ordained minister, and author of Matters of the Heart, for a powerful conversation about healing our relationships from the inside out. They explore how our emotional lives are shaped by family, culture, and early experiences, and what it takes to shift the patterns that keep us disconnected. Dr. Thema offers...

Not all breakups are the same, and neither is the journey to healing. In this episode of Let’s Talk Love, Robin sits down with bestselling author and therapist, John Kim, also known as The Angry Therapist, to explore the different types of breakups and how to navigate them with intention. Drawing from his new book, Breakup on Purpose, John shares how heartbreak can be one of life’s most powerful c...

In this episode of Let’s Talk Love, Robin sits down with Dr. Sara Kuburic (@millennial.therapist) to discuss themes of self-loss, authenticity, and personal responsibility. They explore how we can drift away from who we truly are—and the steps to reconnect with ourselves. Drawing from her book It’s On Me, Dr. Sara shares her own experience with self-loss and explains how living inauthentically can...

This week on Let’s Talk Love, Robin is joined by Francesca Hogi —matchmaker, love coach, and author of How to Find True Love—for an enlightening conversation about self-awareness, personal growth, and the journey to meaningful relationships. Francesca shares her inspiring story of transitioning careers to help others find love, emphasizing the importance of self-love and introspection as foundatio...

In this episode of Let’s Talk Love, Robin sits down with Jessica Maguire to explore how our nervous system shapes our emotional well-being, relationships, and overall health. Jessica worked as a physiotherapist then transitioned to teaching a global community about the importance of and skills to regulate our nervous systems. Together, they discuss how childhood experiences influence adult relatio...

When it comes to love and relationships, we are bombarded with myths and fairy tale notions.  We asked the experts: What is one relationship myth you’d love to dispel? In this special episode, our In Bloom 2025 speakers—Dr. Sara Nasserzadeh, Damona Hoffman, Dr. Ramani Durvasula, Silvy Khoucasian, Bryan Reeves, and Dr. Shamyra Howard—come together for a dynamic conversation on love, dating, and rel...

In this episode of Let’s Talk Love, Robin has the incredible honor of speaking with two of the world’s leading relationship experts, Dr. John and Dr. Julie Gottman. With decades of groundbreaking research, the Gottmans have transformed our understanding of love, offering science-backed insights into what makes relationships thrive. Their latest book, Fight Right, reframes conflict as an opportunit...

In this episode of Let’s Talk Love, Robin sits down with Dr. Christie Kederian, Relationship Therapist, Celebrity Matchmaker, and Author of 10 Dates to Your Soulmate, for a thoughtful and enlightening discussion on navigating the modern dating world. Together, they explore the importance of self-awareness, intentionality, and observation while dating and in building lasting relationships. Dr. Chri...

In this episode of Let’s Talk Love, Robin sits down with Stephen Mitchell, PhD and Erin Mitchell, MACP, authors of Too Tired to Fight: 13 Essential Conflicts Parents Must Have to Keep Their Relationship Strong. Together, they share an honest and insightful conversation about the challenges of parenting while maintaining a strong partnership. The Mitchells explore how conflict, while inevitable in...

This week on Let’s Talk Love, Robin is joined by Love and Relationship Coach Chantal Landreville to explore the journey to authentic and lasting love. Chantal shares her inspiring story of being single for 18 years before stepping into her role as a coach, offering powerful insights into the importance of self-awareness and personal development in relationships. Together, they discuss the balance...

In this episode of Let’s Talk Love, host Robin Ducharme is joined by Zach Brittle, LMHC, and Laura Heck, LMFT—co-hosts of the podcast Marriage Therapy Radio and authors of Reconnect: A Marriage Counseling Workbook. As Certified Gottman Therapists, Zach and Laura bring their expertise to a conversation about the intricacies of love and relationships. Together, they explore the power of curiosity, t...

In this episode of Let's Talk Love, Robin is joined by world-renowned trauma expert Dr. Frank Anderson to explore society’s growing awareness of trauma and the path to healing. Dr. Anderson shares insights from his memoir, To Be Loved, reflecting on his personal journey and the power of storytelling in trauma recovery. Together, they discuss the complexities of therapy, real-life applications of t...

This week on Let’s Talk Love, Robin welcomes Licensed Psychologist, Author, and Founder & CEO of Therapy for Black Girls, Dr. Joy Harden Bradford. Together, they explore the transformative power of sisterhood and community, with Dr. Joy sharing insights into the unique experiences of Black women and the vital role of friendship in mental health and healing. They discuss the loneliness epidemic, th...