Drew Henry | Attraction & Relationship Expert

The Realistic Romantic

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The Realistic Romantic is for people who still believe in love... but live in reality. Join attraction and relationship expert Drew Henry as he explores modern dating and the emotional reality behind it. Every week, we break down dating culture and the stories people tell themselves about love through honest conversations and a healthy dose of romantic realism. Drew is a classic golden retriever boyfriend, but watch out! He’s not house-trained, and he may bite. Expect hot takes, celebrity relationship gossip, listener dating audits, and the occasional reminder to be f*cking for real with yours...

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Drew Henry | Attraction & Relationship Expert

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The Truth About July Theory (And Why Summer Will Upgrade Your Love Life) 07.07.2026 21:24

Everyone on TikTok is saying the same thing: July is going to change your love life. Your ex will text. Your situationship will finally end. You'll meet someone unexpectedly. Maybe even the love of your life. But is there actually something magical about July? In this episode of The Realistic Romantic , Drew unpacks the viral July Theory , explains why it resonates with so many people, and argues...

Nobody Approaches Anyone Anymore (And It's Killing Dating) 30.06.2026 27:26

Everyone says they want to meet someone organically. But if that's true... why does nobody actually approach anyone anymore? In this episode of The Realistic Romantic , Drew Henry explores how modern dating has been optimized for certainty rather than connection. Dating apps have taught us to filter, evaluate, and predict compatibility before we've even said hello. In the process, we've traded cur...

You're Doing Dating Apps Wrong 23.06.2026 21:40

Dating apps aren't the problem. The way we're using them might be. In this episode of The Realistic Romantic, Drew explores why modern dating feels so exhausting and how dating apps may be turning us into HR recruiters instead of romantics. We talk about swipe fatigue, the paradox of choice, AI matchmaking, and why chemistry can never be predicted from a profile. If every date feels like a job int...

Why You Keep Dating the Same Person 16.06.2026 27:26

How long should you wait before dating again after a breakup? In this episode of The Realistic Romantic , Drew explores one of the biggest mistakes people make after heartbreak: confusing moving on with moving over . From rebound relationships and situationships to dating apps and divorce, Drew breaks down why so many people jump into something new before they've had a chance to process what they...

You're Not Over Your Ex Because You Still Hate Them 09.06.2026 13:29

Are you still holding onto anger or resentment towards your ex? Drew Henry dives into why harboring hate for an ex is a major red flag and how it impacts your ability to find healthy relationships. Learn practical insights on moving past emotional baggage, recognizing unresolved feelings, and ultimately, why indifference is the goal when it comes to exes. Main Topics: The emotional toll of hating...