Ajai Vindication

Modern Love

Society EN ↓ 448 episodes

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

Author

Ajai Vindication

Category

Society

Podcast website

www.spreaker.com

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

In A Small Bag | With Harry Lennix 19.04.2017

Harry Lennix of NBC's "The Blacklist" reads the story of a couple who never saw their 22-year age difference as an issue. That is, until one of them had a heart attack.

A Child Of Two Worlds | With Mireille Enos 12.04.2017

Mireille Enos of ABC's "The Catch" on one expat's decision to embrace risk, get pregnant, and according to the Somali proverb, open "the mouth to her grave."

I Will Be Your Mother Figure | With Laura Dern 05.04.2017

Laura Dern of HBO's "Big Little Lies" on one priest's commitment to a parishioner in limbo.

Death Bear Will See You Now | With Ry Russo-Young 29.03.2017

Ry Russo-Young, director of the new feature film "Before I Fall," tells the story of a break-up, a best friend, and a performance artist.

The End Of Small Talk | With Paul Rust 22.03.2017

Paul Rust, star of the Netflix comedy hit "Love," tells the story of a man who says 'no' to conversations about traffic and weather. Even on a first date.

Elvis And My Husband Have Left The Building | With Malin Akerman 15.03.2017

Malin Akerman of Showtime's "Billions" tells the story of a pair of best friends who vow to stay together forever--at least until the green card arrives.

Single, Female, Mormon, Alone | With Justina Machado 08.03.2017

Justina Machado, star of the Netflix reboot "One Day At A Time," shares the story of one woman's quest to lose her virginity while at the same time finding herself.

Live From The Wilbur Theater (Part Two) | With Emmy Rossum 01.03.2017

Emmy Rossum, star of the Showtime series "Shameless," performs in front of a live audience.

Live From The Wilbur Theater (Part One) | With Brian Tyree Henry and Alysia Reiner 21.02.2017

Brian Tyree Henry, star of the hit FX show "Atlanta," and Alysia Reiner of "Orange is the New Black" kick off Part I of our live episode recorded live at the Wilbur Theater in Boston.

Modern Love: The Podcast Valentine's Special 13.02.2017

Forget Netflix and chill. Settle in for a binge episode of Modern Love: The Podcast featuring Tony Hale ("Veep"), Gillian Jacobs ("Love"), and Colin Farrell ("The Lobster")

Seeing The World Through My Wife's Eyes | With David Oyelowo 08.02.2017

"Selma" star David Oyelowo reads an essay about a blind man navigating his marriage.

On The Precipice, Wings Spread | With Megan Hilty 01.02.2017

Tony-nominee Megan Hilty of "Smash" and "Noises Off" reads an essay about a couple with a seemingly perfect relationship--until the other shoe drops.

The Boy Who Makes Waves | With Mykelti Williamson 25.01.2017

Mykelti Williamson of the Oscar-nominated film "Fences" reads an essay about a father's complicated love for his son.

Groomzilla | With John Cho 18.01.2017

John Cho reads an essay about a groom gone bad.

A Family That Takes 'No' For An Answer | With Darby Stanchfield 11.01.2017

Darby Stanchfield of ABC's "Scandal," on an ordinary family hunting trip that turns into an unexpected lesson about hope.

Taking A Break For Friendship | With Sela Ward 04.01.2017

Sela Ward reads an essay about a beautiful relationship...or a friendship? Or a wanna-be friendship?

Modern Love Encore: 'A Millennial's Guide To Kissing' 28.12.2016

In this encore, Emmy Rossum reads an essay about the complexities of millennial love.

Beware Of Big Boxes | With Pamela Adlon 21.12.2016

Pamela Adlon of the FX series "Better Things" reads an essay about the dangers of romanticizing romantics.

Two Decembers | With Haydn Gwynne 14.12.2016

Tony-nominated actor Haydn Gwynne reads about one woman's quest to reclaim one of the hardest days of her life--her birthday.

Modern Love Encore: 'Friends Without Benefits' 07.12.2016

Taissa Farmiga shares a story of friendship and a love never reciprocated. This is an encore presentation.

DJ's Homeless Mommy | With Dan Savage 30.11.2016

Dan Savage reads his own Modern Love essay about his son's birth mother--and her troubling path.

Fractured Beauty | With Molly Ringwald 23.11.2016

Molly Ringwald reads an essay about a family vacation -- after divorce.

Out Of The Darkness | With Mark Duplass 16.11.2016

Filmmaker Mark Duplass reads an essay about a husband who never thought "for worse" could get so bad.

A Heart Of Gold | With Ruth Negga 09.11.2016

Ruth Negga, star of new drama "Loving," shares a story about the intimate connection between a woman and her unlikely pet.

Screens Between Us | With Issa Rae 02.11.2016

Issa Rae, star of the new HBO comedy "Insecure," reads an essay about the intimacy and distance synonymous with online dating.

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