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Modern Love

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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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Episodes

Modern Love Live at Town Hall 26.10.2016 36:45

David Harbour of Netflix's "Stranger Things" is featured in this week's excerpt from the New York City production Modern Love Live. He reads the essay, "Out From Under the Influence."

Take Me As I Am, Whoever I Am | With Rebecca Hall 18.10.2016 25:32

Rebecca Hall who stars in the new drama "Christine," reads a story about dating -- while manic.

Marry A Man Who Loves His Mother | With Constance Wu 12.10.2016 30:19

Constance Wu of the ABC comedy "Fresh Off The Boat" reads a story about a wife, a mother-in-law and the unlikely story that brought them together.

A Path To Fatherhood | With Dash Mihok 05.10.2016 24:21

Actor Dash Mihok of Showtime's "Ray Donovan," shares a story about a man, his diagnosis, and his unborn baby.

The Wedding Toast | With Kathryn Hahn 28.09.2016 19:34

Kathryn Hahn reads a story about a fantasy wedding toast -- and why it will never be delivered.

Modern Love Bonus Episode: Emmy Edition 21.09.2016 41:46

It's Emmy Edition at Modern Love! This week, we hear from three Emmy-award winning readers: Sarah Paulson, Sterling K. Brown, and Tony Hale.

Revenge of the Friend | With Kristin Chenoweth 14.09.2016 25:18

Kristin Chenoweth, the Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor and singer, reads a story about a revenge fantasy coming true.

Kept Together By The Bars Between Us | With Cherry Jones 07.09.2016 27:32

Cherry Jones, the Tony, Emmy, and Obie-Award winning actor, reads a story about a woman who falls in love with a convicted murderer.

Modern Love Bonus Episode: Near-Death Experiences 28.08.2016 12:43

Modern Love listeners share their stories of near-death experiences and how they altered the course of their lives.

What The Psychic Knew | With Angela Bassett 26.08.2016 21:33

Angela Bassett, the Oscar and Emmy Award-nominated actor, reads a story about a psychic and a sickness.

My First Son, A Pure Memory | With Sterling K. Brown 24.08.2016 23:58

Emmy-nominated actor Sterling K. Brown reads an essay about a new dad and his emotional journey toward fatherhood.

A Prince Charming For The Prom | With Tituss Burgess 17.08.2016 22:20

Tituss Burgess, the Emmy-nominated star of the Netflix series "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt," reads us a story about teenage dreams -- the good, the bad, and the prom.

The Race Grows Sweeter | With Mary-Chapin Carpenter 10.08.2016 25:17

Singer Mary-Chapin Carpenter reads a story about new love (much) later in life.

To Fall In Love With Anyone, Do This | With Gillian Jacobs 03.08.2016 23:20

Gillian Jacobs -- known for the Netflix series "Love" and NBC's "Community" -- reads a story about falling in love with the help of a psychological experiment.

Three Mothers, One Bond | With Gaby Hoffmann 27.07.2016 22:29

Gaby Hoffmann, known for her Emmy-nominated role in the Amazon series "Transparent," as well as her work in HBO's "Girls," reads an essay about a couple navigating the complex waters of adoption.

Just Friends? | With Tony Hale 20.07.2016 27:36

Emmy Award-winning actor Tony Hale of HBO's "Veep" reads an essay about breaking up, moving on (or not), and reading between the lines.

Live Without Me | With Catherine Keener 13.07.2016 22:27

Two-time Oscar nominee Catherine Keener reads Katherine Friedman Holland's essay about a near-death experience on an airplane.

One Last Swirl | With Jason Alexander 06.07.2016 23:53

Jason Alexander -- best known as George Costanza from the iconic 90's sit-com "Seinfeld" -- reads a story that explores mortality with the help of a resilient pet fish.

Estranged Spouses | With Lance Reddick 29.06.2016 20:15

Lance Reddick, best known as Lt. Cedric Daniels on HBO's "The Wire," reads a story about infidelity and healing.

Live From New York | With Michaela Watkins, Amirah Vann and Lauren Molina 22.06.2016 57:24

Michaela Watkins, Amirah Vann and Lauren Molina read Modern Love essays live in front of a studio audience.

Fighting Words | With Alysia Reiner 15.06.2016 24:20

Alysia Reiner of Orange is the New Black delivers a story about what happens when a stable relationship suddenly takes a hard left turn.

The Doorman | With Cecily Strong 08.06.2016 21:34

Saturday Night Live's Cecily Strong reads a story about a woman's friendship with her doorman.

The Wait | Modern Love Bonus Episode 06.06.2016 14:59

We asked you to tell us about a time when you "waited for love," and you answered from all over the world. This bonus episode of Modern Love features some of those stories.

Coming Out As A Modern Family | With Maria Bello 01.06.2016 16:43

Actress Maria Bello reads her own essay about opening up to her son and the public about her love life.

How I Got To Here | With Katie Couric 25.05.2016 20:01

Katie Couric reads Leslie Lehr's Modern Love essay about learning the true depth of her relationship with her husband.