Love Letters

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Love stories. Dating stories. Relationship stories. Stories about romance, marriage, partnership, sex, loss, and the human heart. Served with a side of advice. Hosted by Boston Globe advice columnist Meredith Goldstein.

3D AGO

Pictures Of You

Sadie Dingfelder was in the grocery store one day. She went to her husband to ask him why he was buying something new. Then she realized… this man was not her husband. Sadie was eventually diagnosed with face blindness. How did that change her perception of herself? How did it change her marriage? Sadie explains to Meredith in this funny, fascinating, and sweet episode about how we see the people we love. For giveaways, behind-the-scenes photos of guests, and extra commentary, sign up for Meredith's newsletter at boston.com/meredith (all lowercase). To leave Meredith a voicemail about any episode of Love Letters, call 401-484-0590. To send Meredith an anonymous question about relationships, go to boston.com/loveletters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

41 min
MAY 6

Shroom With A View

Michael's anxiety got so bad it was starting to ruin his marriage. That’s why he flew to Oregon for a psilocybin treatment that wound up changing his life. But with change ... comes more questions. Michael and his husband explain how mushrooms gave them a new perspective … on everything. Listen and take a trip to remember. Want to share your relationship story on Love Letters? Have thoughts about this episode? Email loveletters@boston.com or leave a voicemail at 401-484-0590. Read the Love Letters advice column or send a letter at boston.com/loveletters. Sign up for Meredith's newsletter at boston.com/meredith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

33 min
APR 29

Alexandra Solomon: How to Have Flourishing Relationships (From the No Small Endeavors Podcast)

Today, we’re sharing a special episode from the Signal Award-winning podcast No Small Endeavor, a show that explores what it means to live a good life through insightful conversations with thought leaders across various disciplines. Hosted by Lee C. Camp, No Small Endeavor engages with some of the most compelling voices in philosophy, social justice, and the arts, like renowned happiness expert Gretchen Rubin, Hidden Brain podcast host Shankar Vedantam, and New York Times bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell. In this episode, Lee sits down with Dr. Alexandra Solomon, a leading expert on love and relationships, to discuss relational self-awareness—the key to building healthy, fulfilling connections. Together, they unpack the importance of self-knowledge in navigating love, how to handle relationship challenges with grace, and the role of curiosity in deepening emotional intimacy. No Small Endeavor is a must-listen for anyone drawn to thought-provoking discussions on personal growth and connection. Tune in to more episodes and follow the podcast here: https://lnk.to/D28Fv3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

57 min
APR 22

Roll With It

Ever heard of perimenopause? Meredith has! So has Eileen, who tells a story about how aging changed the course of her relationships for the better. This is a story about how an evolving older body … isn’t so bad. Sometimes the best love stories come later. Join Meredith and Eileen for a story about marriage, divorce, droughts, long-distance dating, and happiness in unexpected places. Also: sign up for Meredith's newsletter at Boston.com/Meredith to get the inside scoop on episodes, guests, and issues Meredith sees in the Love Letters advice column. To leave Love Letters a message – or a question – call 401-484-0590. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

43 min
APR 8

A Spoonful Of Sugar

Economist and Wharton professor Katy Milkman has spent a lot of time figuring out why people decide to change – and how they actually do it. Through a great conversation about everything from friendships to the power of “Twilight,” Milkman gives Meredith an honest take on what we can expect from ourselves, and how we can help others evolve ... when they want to. Meet Milkman, author of "How To Change." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

46 min
APR 1 · BONUS

Lessons with Daddies

In Part 2 of a two-parter about video games and change, Meredith talks to Celeste Sangiorgio, a psychologist and researcher who thinks about video games a lot. Celeste happens to be co-creating a video game that’s meant to help us navigate relationships. Join this conversation about “The Last of Us,” “Cupid Parasite,” and a bunch of games that focus on love. Meredith will also talk about hew new favorite, a game about DADDIES. Even you non-gamers will enjoy. ALSO, we’re some episodes into the season. Do you have thoughts about the stories we’ve shared about how people have changed? Have you learned anything? Found anything surprising? Do you have your own thoughts about change – or stories you want to share about how you made positive change in your own life? Call and leave a message! You can be anonymous if you want. Call 401-484-0590. Tell us anything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23 min
MAR 25

Ready Player One

For Anthony Ureña, video games are more than simple entertainment or a way to pass the time. Games have actually changed him, he says. They’ve taught him who he is. They’ve shown him how to take the best next steps. Through a story about dating, loss, love, and resilience, Anthony explains how games have seen him through the most important relationship transitions in his life. Let’s all Pokemon Go! with him. (And Pac-Man with him. And Final Fantasy with him. And ... you get the point.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

42 min
MAR 11

Too Much of a Good Thing

Love can be addictive. When Heather Mason leaves her relatively happy marriage to follow her heart, she has no idea that the mysterious South African photographer she’s following will teach her so much about herself. This is a story about a woman who learns she can’t change others, but can be happier and healthier on her own. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

43 min

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Meredith Goldstein

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YOUR VOICE - ANY STORY

04/02/2024

Every Gal

Meredith Goldstein - your beautiful voice, full of rich timbre and melody, is a gift to the world. May you never stop talking and telling us your stories!
Episode 8

08/23/2023

Tachsiyo3

Love all the episodes!!! However whenever Brett is on its a extra Plus!!! I love when shes on!!!
Are the kids alright?

10/31/2023

Lost Newb

I appreciated the storytelling around Sharlene and Blake’s story, but I felt it lacked a full integrity without addressing what was going on with Sharlene’s daughter. We learned she was a young child; we learned about Sharlene’s addiction; we learned that Sharlene was spending pretty much all day, every day with Blake at the prison for years. And I just kept wondering: who was taking care of this child, and does she find this story quite as sweet as we’re supposed to?
+1 Van Der Pump and Love Letters

08/22/2023

StephaniePeterson

I love this show so much

Love stories. Dating stories. Relationship stories. Stories about romance, marriage, partnership, sex, loss, and the human heart. Served with a side of advice. Hosted by Boston Globe advice columnist Meredith Goldstein.