Love In The Wild

Katelyn Ansari

Think of this podcast like your group chat, your therapist, and your favorite rom-com all rolled into one. Love In The Wild is where self-love meets situationships, healing meets humor, and we learn how to date without losing our damn minds. Hosted by Katelyn Ansari—your go-to hype girl for glow-ups, boundaries, and calling out red flags—you’ll get weekly episodes full of hot takes, heart-to-hearts, and maybe a little tough love (the loving kind, obviously). Whether you're deep in your healing era, deleting and re-downloading dating apps for the 87th time, or finally learning how to put you first—you belong here. Grab your iced coffee, your journal, or just your earbuds. Let’s laugh, cry, and thrive through it all. New episodes every week. Let’s get into it.

Episodes

  1. MAR 14

    Dating in the Age of Endless Options | Expectations, Social Media, and Finding “Enough”

    Are you struggling with dating in the age of endless options, dating apps, and social media? Feeling like the perfect partner is always “just around the corner”? In this episode, Katelyn Ansari sits down with renowned dating coach and relationship expert Evan Marc Katz to talk about modern dating struggles, unrealistic relationship expectations, and why singles often overlook great partners while chasing “more.” They dive into how social media, dating apps, and the culture of FOMO (fear of missing out) impact modern relationships, leading many to prioritize quantity over quality. Evan shares actionable dating advice on recognizing compatible partners, managing high expectations, and avoiding the common trap of endless dating options. Whether you’re online dating, swiping through apps like Tinder or Bumble, or navigating real-life dating, this episode gives practical insights to help you find meaningful connections without settling—or endlessly searching. Key Takeaways: • How social media and dating apps affect your dating expectations • Why having too many options can lead to dating paralysis • The difference between settling and choosing a compatible partner • How to stop overlooking good matches while chasing “the next best thing” • Actionable tips to shift your mindset for long-term relationship success For a special download for our Love In The Wild listeners head over to www.evanmarckatz.com/wild Stay wild out there!

    48 min
  2. 11/19/2025

    No Contact, Full Worth. Reclaiming Yourself After A Breakup with Cole Zesiger

    Rebuild your confidence, clarity, and self-worth after a breakup. In this episode of Love In The Wild, Katelyn Ansari is joined by coach Cole Zesiger to explore why going no contact is more than simply cutting off communication, it’s a powerful mindset shift that protects your emotional well-being and helps you reconnect with who you are. Cole explains the real purpose behind no contact, how it supports your nervous system, and why it creates the space you need to heal, think clearly, and stop looking for answers in places that can no longer give them. He also breaks down the seven thoughts everyone experiences after a breakup, offering practical tools for processing each one, navigating moments of doubt, and staying grounded when old patterns try to pull you back. If you're working through heartbreak, rebuilding your identity, or trying to let go with more self-respect, this episode gives you the insight and support you need. Tune in for clear guidance, empowering mindset shifts, and strategies that make the no-contact journey feel purposeful—not painful. Perfect for anyone searching for breakup recovery tips, no contact advice, emotional healing, and self-worth rebuilding. Cole has a new book coming out in February 2026 but is available for preorder now! Visit his website www.coachcolezesiger.com or grab your preorder book here ➡️ on Amazon 💌 Thanks for tuning into Love In The Wild — the podcast where we decode modern dating, relationships, and everything in between. If you loved this episode, make sure to follow, rate, and review so more people can find their way to secure love. ✨ Stay connected: Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @KatelynnAnsari for behind-the-scenes and daily insights Share this episode with a friend who needs it Subscribe so you never miss a deep dive into love, attachment, and connection Because love doesn’t have to feel confusing — together, we’re learning how to make it secure.

    47 min
  3. 11/06/2025

    Detachment Is Your Superpower: How to Stop Chasing and Start Attracting

    Maybe you've been there; pushing your needs down to make sure the other person chooses you or you adjust yuor boundaries so they don't leave but in reality, you don’t lose people when you detach, you lose what was never aligned. In this episode, Katelyn sits down with Sabrina Bendory, relationship expert, host of You Will Be Ok Podcast, and author of Detached: How to Let Go, Heal, and Become Irresistible to talk about the art of detachment and how it becomes your most magnetic energy. Katelyn and Sabrina dive deep into what it really means to let go, not from fear, but from trust. They share dual real-world experiences where they both learned that stepping back can actually bring you closer to what’s meant for you. This isn’t about playing games, timing your texting responses back, or pretending not to care. It’s about emotional regulation, self-worth, and the quiet confidence that comes when you finally stop chasing and start becoming. ✨ You’ll learn: How to detach without feeling cold or disconnectedThe difference between protecting yourself and empowering yourselfWhat detachment looks like in a long-term committed relationship or marriage.Why detachment makes you more magnetic to love, success, and peaceHow to regulate your emotions when your mind wants to reach out or control outcomesIf you’ve ever driven yourself crazy with dating "strategies', reread texts to find hidden clues, or lost yourself trying to prove your worth to someone who wasn't worth it then this episode will remind you: your power is in your peace. 💌 Thanks for tuning into Love In The Wild — the podcast where we decode modern dating, relationships, and everything in between. If you loved this episode, make sure to follow, rate, and review so more people can find their way to secure love. ✨ Stay connected: Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @KatelynnAnsari for behind-the-scenes and daily insights Share this episode with a friend who needs it Subscribe so you never miss a deep dive into love, attachment, and connection Because love doesn’t have to feel confusing — together, we’re learning how to make it secure.

    42 min
  4. 10/16/2025

    Regulate Before You Relate: Healing Your Nervous System for Healthier Love with Jessica Maguire

    You can’t find secure love if your body still thinks love isn’t safe. In this episode, Katelyn sits down with nervous system expert Jessica Maguire to explore how our bodies, not just our minds, shape the way we love. Together, they unpack what it really means to regulate before you relate: why your nervous system might be acting out from old wounds, how trauma shows up in your dating patterns, and what it takes to finally feel safe in love again. This conversation is part science, part soul, and every bit relatable as Katelyn and Jessica share real life experiences that shaped their approach to love. So if you’re ready to move from reactivity to regulation in love, you’ll feel right at home in this episode. Remember; it's never too late to start healing -- start your journey today! 🎧 Tune in to Love In The Wild — where we explore the wild, messy, and deeply human side of love. Jessica's Instagram: @repairing_the_nervous_system Jessica's Website 💌 Thanks for tuning into Love In The Wild — the podcast where we decode modern dating, relationships, and everything in between. If you loved this episode, make sure to follow, rate, and review so more people can find their way to secure love. ✨ Stay connected: Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @KatelynnAnsari for behind-the-scenes and daily insights Share this episode with a friend who needs it Subscribe so you never miss a deep dive into love, attachment, and connection Because love doesn’t have to feel confusing — together, we’re learning how to make it secure.

    50 min
  5. 10/03/2025

    Reframing Love: Avoidant Isn’t Cold, Anxious Isn’t Needy with Dean Blankfield

    Are you anxious in relationships and tired of being called “clingy”? Or maybe you lean avoidant and people think you’re “cold” or “emotionally unavailable”? In this episode of Love In The Wild, relationship coach Dean Blankfield and I break down the biggest myths about attachment styles — and why anxious and avoidant partners are not what they’re labeled to be. Dean is a relationship coach who specializes in attachment patterns. He helps people stuck in painful relationship dynamics understand themselves and become more secure. He’s coached hundreds of anxious and avoidant attachers and is known for making attachment easy to understand and practical to implement. Interested in working with Dean? Send him a DM on Instagram at @DeanBlankfield! In episode 5, we dive deep into: What “anxious attachment” really means (and why it’s NOT the same as being needy)Why avoidant partners aren’t cold, distant, or heartless — they’re protecting themselvesHow these misunderstood dynamics fuel toxic relationship cyclesPractical ways to reframe anxious-avoidant conflicts into opportunities for deeper intimacyThe path to building a secure relationship in 2025 and beyondIf you’ve ever Googled “why am I so needy in relationships” or “why is my partner emotionally unavailable” — this episode will change the way you see yourself, your partner, and love itself. ✨ Whether you’re single, dating, or in a long-term relationship, this conversation will give you the language, tools, and mindset shifts to stop the blame game and start creating lasting, secure love. 💌 Thanks for tuning into Love In The Wild — the podcast where we decode modern dating, relationships, and everything in between. If you loved this episode, make sure to follow, rate, and review so more people can find their way to secure love. ✨ Stay connected: Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @KatelynnAnsari for behind-the-scenes and daily insights Share this episode with a friend who needs it Subscribe so you never miss a deep dive into love, attachment, and connection Because love doesn’t have to feel confusing — together, we’re learning how to make it secure.

    52 min
  6. 09/26/2025

    Dating Smarter in 2025: Protecting Yourself from Situationships with Erika Ettin

    Dating in 2025 is more complicated than ever—and "situationships" are at the center of it all. In this episode of Love in the Wild, Katelyn Ansari sits down with no-nonsense dating coach Erika Ettin (@alittlenudge) to break down what situationships are, why so many singles fall into them, and most importantly—how to gracefully but confidently protect yourself. You’ll learn: What a situationship really is (and the red flags to watch out for)How dating apps and modern culture feed the cyclePractical tips to set boundaries with grace while dating with intentionStrategies for building real, lasting connections in today’s swipe-driven worldIf you’ve ever asked yourself, “Are we dating or just hanging out?”—this episode is for you. Erika shares actionable advice to help you date smarter in 2025, avoid relationship burnout, and attract the healthy love you deserve. 🎙️ Tune in now to upgrade your dating life and finally say goodbye to confusing, undefined relationships. Ready to take control of your love life? Book a one-on-one session with Erika Ettin today and get personalized strategies to avoid situationships, set healthy boundaries, and date smarter in 2025. Don’t wait—your next level of love starts now! ➡️ www.alittlenudge.com/ 💌 Thanks for tuning into Love In The Wild — the podcast where we decode modern dating, relationships, and everything in between. If you loved this episode, make sure to follow, rate, and review so more people can find their way to secure love. ✨ Stay connected: Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @KatelynnAnsari for behind-the-scenes and daily insights Share this episode with a friend who needs it Subscribe so you never miss a deep dive into love, attachment, and connection Because love doesn’t have to feel confusing — together, we’re learning how to make it secure.

    48 min
  7. 08/24/2025

    Real Talk: Life Lessons & Roasts From a 10-Year-Old

    ❤️‍🔥 Love, friendship, Roblox, and why I’m cringe—straight from my 10-year-old’s POV. Ever wonder what kids really think about love, friendship, parents, and… their cringe moms? In this fun and totally unfiltered episode of Love in the Wild, host Katelyn Ansari sits down with her 10.5-year-old son for an honest conversation filled with laugh-out-loud roasts, surprising wisdom, and kid-approved life advice. From sharing his first crush to why Roblox might be cooler than podcasting, he keeps it real about school, screen time, and what adults just don’t understand. Plus, he doesn’t hold back on what Katelyn does well as a mom—and where she could definitely step it up. ✨ In this episode, you’ll hear: What love and friendship look like from a 10-year-old’s perspectiveWhy kids think parents can be so cringeHilarious one-liners and unexpected wisdom you’ll want to write downA roast (or five) that will make every parent laugh in solidarityIf you’re a parent, a podcast fan, or just need a feel-good laugh, this episode proves that sometimes the best life lessons—and comedy—come straight from kids. 👉 Loved this episode? Share it with your parent crew, your bestie, or anyone who could use a dose of humor and heart from the 10-year-old perspective. 💌 Thanks for tuning into Love In The Wild — the podcast where we decode modern dating, relationships, and everything in between. If you loved this episode, make sure to follow, rate, and review so more people can find their way to secure love. ✨ Stay connected: Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @KatelynnAnsari for behind-the-scenes and daily insights Share this episode with a friend who needs it Subscribe so you never miss a deep dive into love, attachment, and connection Because love doesn’t have to feel confusing — together, we’re learning how to make it secure.

    10 min
  8. 08/14/2025

    From Home Depot to Hopeful: My Wild Journey to Love

    What happens when your love story goes viral—but your heart is still healing behind the scenes? In this episode of the Love In The Wild podcast, host Katelyn Ansari shares the real story behind the Home Depot love story that captured hearts worldwide, landed her a segment on the Today Show, a feature on People Magazine, the New York Post, and became one of social media’s most talked-about moments. Katelyn takes you behind the scenes of going viral—how it happened, what it felt like to have millions invested in her love life, and the emotional reality that didn’t make the headlines. She opens up about heartbreak, public perception, and why she chose a self-love journey over chasing “happily ever after.” You’ll discover how Love In The Wild was reborn in a space for real connection, becoming secure, and healing from heartbreak—proving that any ending can evolve into a brand new beginning. Key moments in this episode: 🌟 Who I am and how the Home Depot viral story began📈 The emotional impact of going viral on social media💖 Rebuilding Love In The Wild as a self-love and relationships podcast✨ Takeaway: This isn’t about finding “the one”—it’s about becoming herIf you’ve ever felt the weight of public perception, struggled with heartbreak in private, or wanted to reclaim your own narrative, this episode is for you. 🔗 Listen now, follow the show at @LoveInTheWildPodcast, and DM me your own love story to be part of our growing Love In The Wild community. 💌 Thanks for tuning into Love In The Wild — the podcast where we decode modern dating, relationships, and everything in between. If you loved this episode, make sure to follow, rate, and review so more people can find their way to secure love. ✨ Stay connected: Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @KatelynnAnsari for behind-the-scenes and daily insights Share this episode with a friend who needs it Subscribe so you never miss a deep dive into love, attachment, and connection Because love doesn’t have to feel confusing — together, we’re learning how to make it secure.

    12 min
  9. 08/08/2025

    Healing in Real Time

    Healing isn’t a soft, sparkly glow-up—it’s crying in your car, saying “no” when you never used to, and letting go of people you thought would be around forever. This episode is a raw, unfiltered look at what healing really feels like… while you’re still in it. Inside this episode:  · Why asking for help isn’t weakness—it’s survival  · Learning to trust God over logic or emotion  · Setting boundaries when people lean on you too much  · The difference between feeling your sadness vs. running from it  · Letting go of friendships so you can finally breathe again This one’s for the people doing the messy, unseen work. The ones learning to choose themselves—even when it hurts. ❤️‍🔥 Quote to remember: “I’m not afraid to lose people. I’m afraid to lose myself again.” Tag me with your favorite moment. Let’s talk about the hard parts of healing—the stuff that actually sets you free. 💌 Thanks for tuning into Love In The Wild — the podcast where we decode modern dating, relationships, and everything in between. If you loved this episode, make sure to follow, rate, and review so more people can find their way to secure love. ✨ Stay connected: Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @KatelynnAnsari for behind-the-scenes and daily insights Share this episode with a friend who needs it Subscribe so you never miss a deep dive into love, attachment, and connection Because love doesn’t have to feel confusing — together, we’re learning how to make it secure.

    22 min
  10. 07/31/2025

    My Insecurities, Out Loud

    In the very first episode of Love in the Wild, Katelyn Ansari opens up in a way she never has before—raw, unfiltered, and deeply personal. From navigating identity as an adoptee to unpacking how deep-rooted insecurities shaped her relationships, this episode dives into the roots of self-worth and what it truly means to heal out loud. You’ll hear: What it’s like growing up adopted and questioning where you belongHow fear and self-doubt influence who we choose as partnersThe role of therapy in rewriting painful internal narrativesWhy your most vulnerable stories may actually be your greatest source of strengthThis isn’t just a story about healing—it’s an invitation to look inward, reflect, and remind yourself that your “too much” might actually be your magic. “The parts I thought made me unlovable are what make me powerful.” If this episode made you feel seen, don’t keep it to yourself. Text it to someone who’s been quietly struggling with their worth. Share it in your stories. Start the conversation. Because the more we speak our truths, the less alone we all feel. 💌 Thanks for tuning into Love In The Wild — the podcast where we decode modern dating, relationships, and everything in between. If you loved this episode, make sure to follow, rate, and review so more people can find their way to secure love. ✨ Stay connected: Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @KatelynnAnsari for behind-the-scenes and daily insights Share this episode with a friend who needs it Subscribe so you never miss a deep dive into love, attachment, and connection Because love doesn’t have to feel confusing — together, we’re learning how to make it secure.

    15 min

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
4 Ratings

About

Think of this podcast like your group chat, your therapist, and your favorite rom-com all rolled into one. Love In The Wild is where self-love meets situationships, healing meets humor, and we learn how to date without losing our damn minds. Hosted by Katelyn Ansari—your go-to hype girl for glow-ups, boundaries, and calling out red flags—you’ll get weekly episodes full of hot takes, heart-to-hearts, and maybe a little tough love (the loving kind, obviously). Whether you're deep in your healing era, deleting and re-downloading dating apps for the 87th time, or finally learning how to put you first—you belong here. Grab your iced coffee, your journal, or just your earbuds. Let’s laugh, cry, and thrive through it all. New episodes every week. Let’s get into it.

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