The Great Love Debate with Brian Howie

What are we all afraid of when it comes to our relationships? "Bravo Unscripted" host Suzette Bravo stops by to break down the barriers to lasting love, why we have trouble being authentic, what holds us back from getting too close, the importance of self-love, the value of vulnerability, how the healing can begin, and much much more!

Looking for a better way to make your biggest day the best day? Host of "The Wedding Buzz" Sydney Whidden stops by to dish about how not to get overwhelmed, how to fully involve the groom, the keys to working within a budget, how to avoid wedding day disasters, why you shouldn't overthink it, and the surest way to insure a happily ever after! Plus...is Bass Pro Shops really an underrated wedding v...

Is clear (and timely) communication the key to everything? What happens when you combine that with confidence? Brian breaks down why we need to speak up, how body language can let you down, learning how to read a room, why silence isn't always golden, and much, much more!

Are we all just chasing a chemical high? Does love really affect our physiology? "Sugar Crush" author Dr. Rick Jacoby stops by to talk about how to increase attraction, the science behind desire, how men and women react differently, why what we eat can alter emotions, what puts the sweet in sweetheart, the curious case of the American state of the date, and much, much more!

Do women really get better with age? "Spoiled Milk" host Brooke Rash pops in to reveal her midlife survival guide, how to navigate the forks in the road, tricks to age beautifully, finding your confidence, tuning out the naysayers, becoming an influencer, and much, much more! Plus, is there a hidden message in Leo DiCaprio's dating methods?

Did we find the answers at a young age and just not heed them? Brian invites some special guests to The Debate Team to get to the root of the disconnect, what men and women need to do better, why it's so scary to ask someone on a date, how Taylor Swift taps into the love dynamic, and much, much more!

Are you sure you want to have just one more word with your ex? Be careful what you wish for! Comedian Jill Kimmel returns as we fire up a fresh batch of "Exes & Uh-oh's" - letters from our listeners directed at the one that got away. Boyfriends who saw the light too late, girlfriends who repeated mistakes, lovers looking for one last shot, hidden secrets, pet passion, astrological discriminati...

Is everyone taking love - and life - way too seriously? Brian breaks down what we need to focus on, what to look for in a city, how to get the girl if you aren't naturally funny, why rom-coms tend to resonate, the gateway to vulnerability, and much much more!

Is there a reason that some reject the idea of marriage altogether? Brian breaks down the many "excuses" used to avoid matrimony, how to identify red flags, why people wed for the wrong reasons, the celebrities who stayed single, why the passion means more paperwork, and much, much more!

What relationship challenges lie ahead when it comes to the summer? "Manthropology" host Kelli Brink drops by to crack open our annual Summer Lovin' Mailbag! Battles over temperature, too many trips, old flames, long-distance relationships, the right amount of misbevior, and much, much more!

Do we have to be perfectly aligned with our partners? Brian breaks down the problem with politics in dating, how we can open our minds, the ways to widen our pool, what's changed the most in the last decade, where you should be seeking opportunities, and much, much more! Plus, should Republicans and Democrats cross the aisle to find love?

Is it possible to get a second chance at love? Rekindled lovebirds Caroln & Dean drop by to reveal their winding tale towards romantic reconciliation, what we can learn from being alone, why age brings wisdom and clarity, what we really need from a partner, how to give a relationship your best chance of succeeding, and much, much more!

Now that we have your attention, what is the best episode of the GLD in the 10 years of this show? We're glad you asked! Think you don't have a sure-fire path to find love? Now you do! The Debate Team lays out the 23 Questions That Matter - everything you need to ask, learn, and share to find the spark, click, chemistry, and connection you are looking for. Whether it's your first date or your long...

Are we our own worst-enemies? Marketing maven (and self-defense specialist!) Kelly Reeves joins The Debate Team to talk about how to protect without shutting out, being vigilant in advance, not letting the past affect the present, putting forward your best self, and much, much more. Plus, can a non-negotiable actually be...negotiable?

Why have our dates turned so deadly boring? Brian breaks down our inability to connect, why restaurants sound differently, the worst questions to ask, the best way to react, how society needs to change, and why Applebee's may have all the answers!

Are things on TV not always what they appear? "Charisma Quotient" host (and GLD Lead Love Guru!) Kimmy Seltzer returns to break down why The Bachelor doesn't work, why the love landscape has changed, breaking down barriers, the differences in dating as we age, what's next on the relationship horizon, and much, much more!

Are you more in control of your dating fate than you believe? "Monarch For Love" host Michelle Hays stops by to reveal how to recognize love, ways to be strong in your choices, learning to love yourself, the path to releasing the past, why the third time can be the charm, the key to communication, and much, much more!

Is there value in reconsidering your ex? Brian breaks down the Boomerang Effect, why sometimes situations change, how growth is possible, why red flags might be false flags, how long is too long, the barriers to re-entry, and when to just say no!

Why do we like our love mixed with laughs? "Film Fury" host Alan Zeitlin drops by to talk about what makes a leading man, the ladies who made us laugh, the films we remember forever, the lines we quote, the ingredients we need, and the best of the best when it comes to romantic comedies!

Want to know what's really going on with you...and everyone you date? MTV's renowned "Love Doc" Dr. Gilda Carle stops by to talk about how to strategize your best relationships, what's changed over the last 3 decades of dating, her suprising source of romantic inspriation, what men and women need to do better, and much, much more!

How much does height matter in 2024?  Brian breaks down what's missing from the conversation, the true statistics, why playing the odds matters, being truthful about your reality, where to find real confidence, and much, much more!

Can jumping the gun shoot down a possible romance? The Debate Team cracks open a fresh batch of Listener Letters, and takes on relationships that went too fast too soon! First date overkill, dog park disasters, vengeful friends, loose lips sinking ships, abnormal name games, and much, much more!

Are certain decades of dating more challenging than others? "50s AF" host Nicole Chaness stops by to talk about the unique challenges of finding love in later years, where to discover the best opportunities, how to get out of your way, re-entering the dating pool after divorce, the best way to start the search for self-love, and much much more!

Is there something lacking from so many current guys when it comes to dating? Brian breaks down where it all went wrong, why the women have the dominant hand, why the blame falls on the boys, where to regain your mojo, the three things every man needs to do, and much, much more!

Is everyone taking love - and life - way too seriously? Brian revisits what we all need to focus on, what to look for in a city, how to get the girl if you aren't naturally funny, why rom-coms tend to resonate, the gateway to vulnerability, and much much more!