EPISODES
36 - twisted love by ana huang
5-21-25
delve into the intricacies of 'Twisted Love' by Anna Huang, exploring its characters, themes, and the unrealistic portrayals of romance. They discuss the dynamics between the protagonists, Ava and Alex, and how their relationship reflects deeper issues of control, jealousy, and emotional manipulation. The hosts critique the book's romantic tropes, the lack of character growth, and the implications of unhealthy relationships, ultimately questioning the realism of the narrative while acknowledging the allure of fantasy in romance novels.
35 - What would you do? #5
Val, Courtney, and Lisa delve into the life and relationship of Frida Kahlo, exploring her art, her tumultuous marriage with Diego Rivera, and the complexities of communication and expectations in relationships. The discussion highlights the importance of self-care, personal growth, and the need for open communication in love. The speakers reflect on the balance between expressing needs and understanding a partner's perspective, ultimately emphasizing that relationships require effort and mutual respect. Check out Extras for a link of us trying out our snail mucin masks.
34 - Turks & Caicos Interviews with Courtney
5-7-25
Courtney interviews three couples while vacationing in Turks & Caicos. They share their love stories, how they met, their journey through relationships, and the importance of emotional safety and communication. They reflect on their adventures, family life, and the lessons learned along the way, emphasizing the significance of fun, happiness, and ease in relationships. The discussion culminates in advice for future couples about navigating love and life together.
33 - truly, madly, deeply starring alan rickman & juliet
4-30-25
Val, Courtney, & Lisa explore the emotional depth of the 90s film 'Truly Madly Deeply,' focusing on themes of grief, love, and healing. The speakers reflect on the film's portrayal of mourning and the journey of moving forward after loss, while also discussing societal expectations around beauty and aging. They emphasize the importance of allowing oneself to grieve and the complexities of finding new love after a significant loss.
32 - WWYD & Loves Stories #4
4-23-25
Val, Courtney, and Lisa discuss two main scenarios involving relationship challenges. The first scenario revolves around a stay-at-home mom who returns to theater, causing tension with her husband due to jealousy and time commitments. The second scenario involves a woman whose husband questions the paternity of their children after a friend's experience, leading to feelings of insecurity and hurt. Val, Courtney, and Lisa emphasize the importance of communication, trust, and support in relationships, as well as the potential benefits of counseling to address underlying issues.
31 - crazy, stupid, love. starring ryan gosling, emma stone, steven carell, & Julianne Moore
4-16-25
Val, Courtney, & Lisa delve into the themes of love, self-discovery, and the complexities of relationships as portrayed in the film 'Crazy, Stupid, Love.' They explore character dynamics, the importance of communication, and the journey of personal growth that each character undergoes. The discussion highlights the interconnected love stories and the humanistic approach to relationships, emphasizing that every character is relatable and flawed. The hosts share their reflections on the film's messages about love and the challenges of maintaining relationships over time.
30 - books from "it's a love story" in hayden, id
Val, Courtney, and Lisa explore themes surrounding literature, personal experiences, and the intricacies of relationships. They discuss their favorite books, the significance of local bookstores, and the joy of baking, while also delving into deeper topics such as generational healing and the dynamics of modern romance. The conversation flows seamlessly through personal anecdotes and book discussions as they each discuss the individual books they picked out to read from this bookstore, creating a rich tapestry of insights and reflections.- Lisa reviewed Sex, Lies, and Sensibility by Nikki Payne- Courtney reviewed Secret Love by Willow Aster- Val reviewed Best, First, and Last by Amy T. Matthews
29 - interview with bruce & judi
4-2-25
This conversation explores the journey of love and marriage between Bruce & Judi, highlighting their early memories, engagement, and the challenges of parenting. They share valuable lessons learned throughout their relationship, emphasizing the importance of communication, support, and hard work in maintaining a strong bond. The discussion also touches on the significance of family and the evolving dynamics of relationships over time.
28 - a room with a view starring helena bonham carter & Julian sands
3-26-25
Val, Courtney, and Lisa delve into the film 'A Room with a View,' discussing its characters, themes, and the societal expectations of love during the Edwardian era. They explore the dynamics between the main characters, Lucy, George, and Cecil, and how their relationships are influenced by trauma, social class, and personal growth. The discussion highlights the contrast between passionate love and societal norms, ultimately questioning the nature of true love and choice in relationships.
27 - WWYD #3
3-19-25
Val, Courtney, and Lisa explore the challenges of parenting, the complexities of relationship expectations, and the impact of pets on romantic partnerships. The speakers share personal anecdotes about parenting struggles, discuss the importance of communication in relationships, and address the difficult decisions that arise when personal boundaries and love for pets come into conflict.
26 - The Diamond eye by kate quinn
3-12-25
This conversation takes a deep dive into the book 'The Diamond Eye' by Kate Quinn. The discussion highlights the historical context of the story, the transformation of the main character Mila into a strong, independent woman, and the impact of war on humanity. The speakers reflect on the power of books to foster empathy and understanding, emphasizing the need for human connection and the sharing of diverse perspectives. In this conversation, the speakers explore themes of open-mindedness, the complexities of relationships during wartime, and the importance of recognizing women's contributions to history. They discuss the necessity of understanding different perspectives, the challenges women face in male-dominated environments, and the need for empowerment and support among women. The conversation also touches on cultural differences in gender roles and the significance of personal growth.
25 - interview with colin & amber
3-5-25
Colin and Amber share their journey from friendship to marriage, discussing their backgrounds, the evolution of their relationship, and the importance of communication and commitment in their family life. They reflect on their experiences, challenges, and the lessons learned along the way, emphasizing the significance of working through conflicts and growing together as a couple.
24 - after i do by taylor jenkins reid
2-26-2025
When Lauren and Ryan's marriage reaches the breaking point, they come up with an unconventional plan. They decide to take a year off in the hopes of finding a way to fall in love again. One year apart, and only one rule: they cannot contact each other.
23 - wWyd? and love stories #2
Valerie, Courtney, and Lisa try on Caffeine Eye Masks and discuss themes surrounding relationships, including the challenges of long-distance dating, trust issues, self-discovery, and the complexities of infidelity. They share personal anecdotes and advice, emphasizing the importance of communication, personal growth, and the little moments that define love. A heartfelt love story is also shared, illustrating the beauty of connection and resilience in relationships.
22 - Valentine's day starring ashton kutcher, Jennifer garner and so many more
2-12-2025
In a series of interconnected stories, various Los Angeles residents wend their way through highs and lows of love on Valentine's Day. As the day unfolds, they experience first dates, longtime committments, youthful crushes and connections to old flames discovering the joys and pains of love.
21 - Interview with Emily & Steve
2-5-2025
A story of two people who found love again, later on in lifem while living in Alaska. Listen to their sweet love story, life in Alaska, and salient advice.
20 - An Affair to Remember starring Deborah and Cary Grant
1-29-2025
World renowned jigalow, Nickie, and Terry, a night club singer turned high society woman, have a romance while on a cruise from New York to Europe and fall head over heels for each other. Although they are both engaged to someone else, they agree to meet at the top of the Empire State Building in six months, but will they?
18 - love stories #1
1-15-2025
Val and Lisa share their great grandpartents love stories and invite listeners to send us theirs. We try on green tea masks to see if the hype is real, listen to find out.
17 - Interview with jim and virginia
1-8-2025
Happy 77th Anniversary Jim and Virginia!!! Today we listen to the love story of a lifetime. Their wisdom and history make this a truly unique story.
16 - the rewind by allison winnscotch
1-1-2025
Ten years after two college sweethearts break up in the most unforgivable way, they wake up in bed together with wedding bands on their fingers - and no idea how they got there.
15 - the 12 dates of christmas by jenny bayliss
12-25-2024
A woman who was content to be single is convinced by her best friend to sign up for a dating service that offers 12 dates with 12 different men in the weeks leading up to Christmas.
14 - moulin rouge starring nicole kidman and ewan mcgreggor
12-18-2024
A young writer becomes infatuated with Satine at the Moulin Rouge who was promised to a Duke in return for funding the Moulin Rouge's next production. As they young lovers weemt, Satine's wedding day draws closer as she hides a tragic secret from them both.
13 - lies and weddings by kevin kwan
12-11-2024
When a volcanic eruption goes off in the middle of a Greshum family wedding, their fortune and their reputation both go up in flames. Now the Greshum family must hide a secret family tragedy and make sure their son doesn't fall for the poor girl he grew up loving in the process.
12 - a family affair starring nicole kidman & Zac efron
12-4-2024
When best friends and total opposites Debbie and Peter swap houses and lives for a week, they discover that what they think they want might not be what they really need.
11 - it takes a village by hannah ellis
11-27-2024
When Caitlin's becomes the go between girl for her best friend and the father of herWhen bestfriend's daughter that her friend wants nothing to do with, Caitlin falls in love with the father of her best friends child and is torn between her love for him and her love for her friend.
10 - how to lose a guy in 10 days starring matthew mcconaughey & kate hudson
11-20-2024
A Woman's Magazine writer and an advertising exectuie both begin a relationship with ulterior motives while she employs all of the worst possible relathionship moves to get him to fall out of love with her, he's doing everyting he can to make her fall for him.
9 - about a boy by nic hornby
11-13-2024
The story of Will, a 36-year-old man-child and Marcus, a 12-year-old misfit and how their unlikely friendship teaches them valuable life lessons and challenges their perspective on love, family, and what it means to be a man.
8 - Your place or mine starring ashton kutcher and reese witherspoon
11-6-2024
When best friends and total opposites Debbie and Peter swap houses and lives for a week, they discover that what they think they want might not be what they really need.
7 - luna marked series by heather renee
10-30-2024
Cait fights her own fate as she refuses to accept her own supernatural powers or her fated lovers advances amidst attacks from the supernatural world that could cost her everything.
6 - bram stoker's dracula starring wynona ryder, keanu reeves and gary oldman
10-23-2024
When Johnathon goes to Count Dracula to finalize a land deal and the Count sees a photo of of Johnathon's fiance , Mina, the spitting himage of his dead wife, Dracula imprisons Johnathan and sets off to track Mina down.
5 - tapping the billionaire by max monroe
10-16-2024
Kline is a billionaire, Georgia is his employee. When they're forced on a date they end up falling for the other, but their past dating faux paus just might tear them apart.
4 - you've got mail starring tom hanks and meg ryan
10-9-2024
Book superstore mogul Joe Fox and independent bookshop owner, Kathleen Keely, fall in love in the anonymity oBook f the Internet, both blissfully unaware that he's trying to put her out of business.
3 - cathing fire by nora roberts
10-2-2024
The story of two smokejumpers who get caught up in the middle of a dangerous murder mystery while trying not to get caught up in each other.
2 - anyone but you starring glen powell and sydney sweeney
9-25-2024
This is a romcom about two enemies who pretend to be a couple at a destination wedding while everyone conspires to make sure they get along so they won't ruin the wedding. This movie is based loosely on Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare.
1 - Maybe not by colleen hoover
9-18-2024
This is our origin story and where we introduce you to what our podcast is all about. Plus we talk about the latest romance novel we just read, Maybe Not by Colleen Hoover, a story of college romance, steamy sex and maybe a change a heart.