The Space Between Venus and Mars

Can the stars tell us who we are—or are they simply helping us understand ourselves? In this episode, we explore the growing role astrology plays in modern life and dating. What began with a conversation with an Uber driver in Los Angeles who decided to leave the city after learning what her birth chart supposedly revealed, it became a much larger discussion about the influence astrology has on th...

For the tenth episode of The Space Between Venus and Mars, we're joined by our friend Paul, who has been married for 25 years, to explore what it actually takes to build and sustain a long-term partnership. Through stories, reflections, and honest conversation, Paul shares his experiences navigating marriage, relationship dynamics, and the evolving roles men and women play within a partnership...

In this episode of The Space Between Venus and Mars, we’re trying something a little different today! We’re traveling “Light-Years Away” to the year 2022 to reexamine the Will Smith Oscar’s slap towards Chris Rock.  We take a deep dive into the controversy surrounding the slap. We discuss the different challenges Will and Jada face in their Hollywood marriage. What motivated Will to go up on stage...

In this episode of The Space Between Venus and Mars, we explore the concept of media silos—the personalized digital worlds created by our algorithms, interests, and online habits. From the content men are consuming to the content women are consuming, we examine how social media, podcasts, news, and influencers can shape entirely different perspectives on the same issues. With an infinite amount of...

In this episode of the Space Between Venus and Mars, we explore the growing online fascination with “tradwives” — women embracing or performing ideals tied to traditional femininity, homemaking, and domestic life. Inspired in part by the themes and imagery of Don’t Worry Darling , we examine the tension between authenticity and performance in the modern representation of womanhood. From carefully...

In this episode of The Space Between Venus and Mars, we explore the space between wanting love and believing we’re truly ready to receive it. Both men and women express the desire for connection, yet many struggle to fully step into relationships — not just because of timing, but because of deeper feelings of insecurity, avoidance, and self-doubt. We unpack the patterns that can hold people back,...

In this episode of the Space Between Venus and Mars, we explore the rise of “looksmaxxing” — a growing trend, largely among men, focused on maximizing physical appearance to increase attractiveness. From strict routines to highly specific ideals around facial proportions and symmetry, we examine the lengths some are willing to go to attract a partner. But is this really new? We compare looksmaxxin...

In this episode of The Space Between Venus and Mars, we revisit the cultural legacy of When Harry Met Sally and its lasting influence on how we think about male-female relationships. From emotional intimacy to unspoken attraction, we explore the tension that can exist within these friendships and why this question continues to spark debate. We also look beyond modern dating and into the past, expl...

In this episode of The Space Between Venus and Mars, we revisit the world of pickup artist culture and the ideas that shaped it - from confidence tactics and attraction techniques to so-called "mating strategies." We explore why these approaches appealed to men struggling on the dating scene and how they promised a formula for confidence and connection. We also examine how some of these same dynam...

In this episode of The Space Between Venus and Mars, we unpack a recent cultural shift that has been quietly reshaping modern relationships. From heterofatalism and constant rejection to the pressure of appearing fiercely independent and self-sustaining. Inspired by the Vogue article that sparked debate about boyfriends, we explore why some women feel the need to “hide” their partners, downplay th...

In our first episode of The Space Between Venus and Mars , we explore the cultural evolution of relationships. Through curiosity rather than criticism, we examine the growing emotional gap between men and women, and the struggle many face when trying to build something meaningful. Sources:  The End of Love: A Sociology of Negative Relations Book by Eva Illouz The Will to Change Book by Bell Hooks...