Ajai Vindication
Modern Love
For 18 years, the Modern Love column has given New York Times readers a glimpse into the complicated love lives of real people. Since its start, the column has evolved into a TV show, three books and a podcast. Each week, host Anna Martin brings you stories and conversations about love in all its glorious permutations, dumb pitfalls and life-changing moments. New episodes every Wednesday. Listen to this podcast in New York Times Audio, our new iOS app for news subscribers. Download now at nytimes.com/audioapp
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Jul 8, 2026
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Episodes
Modern Love Encore: The Boy Who Makes Waves 27.03.2018 22:10
In this encore, Mykelti Williamson ("Chicago P.D.") reads an essay about a father's complicated love for his son.
The Accidental Older Woman | With Rosie Perez 21.03.2018 18:53
When does it work to date younger? Rosie Perez, of NBC's "Rise," reads Robin Grearson's essay, about negotiating a relationship with a big age gap.
When A Couch Is More Than A Couch | With Kate Winslet 14.03.2018 22:26
Kate Winslet reads Nina Riggs's essay, about an overwhelming diagnosis -- and a search for the perfect living room couch.
A Fighting Chance | With Bobby Cannavale 07.03.2018 17:26
Bobby Cannavale ("Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle," "Mr. Robot") reads Dominick Zarrillo's essay about a father's unconditional love for his son.
From He To She In First Grade | With Jennifer Beals 28.02.2018 20:05
Jennifer Beals ("Taken") reads Laurie Frankel's essay, about facing a challenging parenting dilemma.
The Accident No One Talked About | With Uma Thurman 21.02.2018 22:13
Uma Thurman ("The Parisian Woman") reads Jessica Ciencin Henriquez's essay, about the silence that grew in the aftermath of a terrible accident.
Overfed On A Mother's Affection | With Kumail Nanjiani and Emily Gordon 13.02.2018 18:16
Kumail Nanjiani and Emily Gordon ("The Big Sick") tell the story of how a mother's cooking comes between a husband and wife.
Missing A Father I Hardly Knew | With Willem Dafoe 07.02.2018 19:57
Willem Dafoe ("The Florida Project") reads Bruce Eric Kaplan's essay, about waiting for a hilarious secret to be revealed.
Modern Love 100: Your Stories 31.01.2018 36:37
We celebrate the 100th episode of Modern Love: The Podcast by listening to your stories, and the moments from our first 99 episodes that meant the most to you.
A Dose Of Empathy | With Andrea Martin 24.01.2018 22:23
Andrea Martin ("Great News") reads Randi Davenport's essay, about a relationship that she says saved her life.
In My Fantasy, I Caught Up To Reality | With Richard Jenkins 16.01.2018 21:59
Richard Jenkins ("The Shape of Water") reads John Gfroerer's essay about going to the gym to cope with loss.
Yes, We Do. Even At Our Age. | With Lois Smith 10.01.2018 17:09
Lois Smith ("Marjorie Prime," "Lady Bird") reads an essay about passion in the golden years.
In The New Year, More Cuddling | With Margarita Levieva 03.01.2018 22:24
Margarita Levieva ("The Deuce") reads Kristine Lloyd's essay, about making a New Year's resolution to attend a cuddle party.
Sharing A Cab, And My Toes | With Greta Gerwig 26.12.2017 20:49
Greta Gerwig ("Lady Bird") reads Julia Anne Miller's essay, about sharing an unusual cab ride in New York City.
How The 'Dining Dead' Got Talking Again | With Kristin Scott Thomas 20.12.2017 17:31
Kristin Scott Thomas ("Darkest Hour") reads an essay about a woman worried that she and her husband might have nothing left to talk about.
Was I On A Date Or Baby-Sitting? | With Sasheer Zamata 13.12.2017 20:38
Julie Klausner tells the story of dating an "indie rock dreamboat" -- who she sees as a bit of a man-child. Sasheer Zamata ("United States of Music," "Pizza Mind") reads Julie's essay.
A Boyfriend Too Good To Be True | With Caitriona Balfe 06.12.2017 20:08
Caitriona Balfe ("Outlander") reads Deenie Hartzog-Mislock's essay, about an imaginary man who helps a family cope with Alzheimer's.
Modern Love Encore: 'A Heart Of Gold' 22.11.2017 17:31
In this encore, Ruth Negga ("Preacher," "Loving") reads a story about the deep bond between a woman and her unusual pet.
We Didn't Have A Plan, But The Baby Did | With Paul Sun-Hyung Lee 22.11.2017 14:32
Paul Sun-Hyung Lee ("Kim's Convenience") reads a story about a man improvising a birth plan.
Urgent Messages Go Unanswered | With Andrew Rannells 15.11.2017 20:02
Andrew Rannells ("Girls") reads his own essay, about ignoring a string of urgent phone calls during a casual hookup.
A Family Fairytale, Twice Told | With Julia Stiles 08.11.2017 17:32
Julia Stiles ("Riviera") tells the story of a woman who has a perfect New York City apartment ... and a crush on her roommate.
Cropped Out Of My Own Fantasy | With Kirsten Vangsness 01.11.2017 18:18
Kirsten Vangsness ("Criminal Minds") reads an essay about a relationship where the perfect images posted online don't match the reality.
My Body Doesn't Belong To You | With Cleopatra Coleman 25.10.2017 19:53
Cleopatra Coleman ("The Last Man On Earth," "White Famous") reads an essay about a woman claiming ownership over her own body.
Let's Not Pretend | With Kimberly Hébert Gregory 18.10.2017 18:11
Kimberly Hébert Gregory ("Kevin (Probably) Saves the World," "Vice Principals") reads an essay about an attempt at dirty talk gone awry.
My Husband Is Now My Wife | With Ann Dowd 11.10.2017 20:46
Ann Dowd ("The Handmaid's Tale") reads Diane Daniel's essay about a woman coming to terms with her spouse's gender transition.
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