Love Matters With Leeza Mangaldas

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Love Matters With Leeza Mangaldas

Love Matters is a podcast produced by The Indian Express and DW, Germany's international broadcaster that explores love, sex, and relationships in India. Currently hosted by Leeza Mangaldas, India’s top sexuality educator, Love Matters features conversations with remarkable guests whose unique expertise and lived experiences are sure to strike a chord. Each episode will navigate a complex and often taboo topic, unravelling identity, social norms, desire, gender, pleasure, and most of all, the irrepressible force that is love. If you have a question, topic idea, guest suggestion, or feedback, you can email us at lovematters@dw.com

  1. 4 HR. AGO

    Reclaiming The Body Through Cancer ft. Karuna Ezara Parikh

    In this episode of Love Matters, host Leeza Mangaldas welcomes writer Karuna Ezara Parikh for an intimate conversation about a woman’s relationship with her body. Known for her acclaimed works, including The Heart Asks Pleasure First, Karuna shares her deeply personal journey, from navigating the pressures of the media’s gaze to being diagnosed with lung cancer. Together, they discuss self-care, societal expectations, and reclaiming agency over one’s body. Karuna also reflects on how her diagnosis reshaped her perspective on health, beauty, and life itself. This heartfelt episode offers insights and inspiration for anyone seeking to redefine their relationship with themselves. Leeza Mangaldas’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leezamangaldas/ Karuna Ezara Parikh's Social handles: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/karunaezara/ X- https://x.com/karunaparikh Credits: Produced by: Patricia Szilagyi (DW) Charulata Biswas (IE) Khyati Rajvanshi (IE) Researcher & Editor: Sana Rizvi (DW) Audio Editor: Suresh Pawar (IE) Project Manager: Patricia Szilagyi (DW) Executive Producer: Melanie von Marschalck (DW Life & Style) Anant Nath Sharma (IE) Love Matters with Leeza Mangaldas is a cooperation between The Indian Express and DW, Germany’s international broadcaster. Learn more about DW:   https://www.dw.com Get in touch lovematters@dw.com

    52 min

  2. NOV 11

    How Astrology Can Help You Find Love & Yourself ft. Zohra Shakti

    Unlock love's cosmic secrets and discover how astrology, numerology, tarot and cosmic intuition shape relationships and your own existence. Love Matters host Leeza Mangaldas and astrologer Zohra Shakti explore divination's insights into love, self-discovery and modern relationships. Watch this episode for an enlightening cosmic journey.  Leeza Mangaldas’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leezamangaldas/ Zohra Shakti's Social handles: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/woodstock_witch/ Website: https://www.woodstockwitch.com/ Credits: Produced by: Patricia Szilagyi (DW) Charulata Biswas (IE) Khyati Rajvanshi (IE) Researcher & Editor: Sana Rizvi (DW) Audio Editor: Suresh Pawar (IE) Project Manager: Patricia Szilagyi (DW) Executive Producer: Melanie von Marschalck (DW Life & Style) Anant Nath Sharma (IE) Love Matters with Leeza Mangaldas is a cooperation between The Indian Express and DW, Germany’s international broadcaster. Learn more about DW:     https://www.dw.com  Get in touch: lovematters@dw.com

    52 min

  3. SEASON 4 TRAILER

    Trailer - Love Matters With Leeza Mangaldas

    Love Matters is back! Listen to all the episodes of your favourite podcast now! Love Matters is a podcast produced by The Indian Express and DW, Germany's international broadcaster - that explores love, sex, and relationships in India. Currently hosted by Leeza Mangaldas, India’s top sexuality educator, Love Matters features conversations with remarkable guests whose unique expertise and lived experiences are sure to strike a chord. Each episode will navigate a complex and often taboo topic, unravelling identity, social norms, desire, gender, pleasure, and most of all, the irrepressible force that is love. If you have a question, topic idea, guest suggestion, or feedback, you can email us at lovematters@dw.com

    1 min

  4. OCT 26

    Facts & Myth Busting: Men’s Sexual Health ft. Dr. Karan Rajan

    In this episode of Love Matters, Dr. Karan Rajan, NHS surgeon and the internet’s favourite doctor, joins host Leeza Mangaldas to tackle men’s sexual health myths head-on. From masturbation and penis size to erectile dysfunction, Dr. Karan debunks pervasive misinformation. They dive deep into the psychological and cultural pressures men face around body image, performance pressure and masculinity. Plus, they discuss the rise of Viagra misuse among young men and the vital link between mental health and sexual well-being. Don’t miss this candid and insightful conversation!   Leeza Mangaldas’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leezamangaldas/ Dr. Karan Rajan's Social handles: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drkaranrajan/   Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrKaranR/   X- https://x.com/drkaranrajan   YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/DrKaran   Website - https://www.drkaranrajan.com/ Credits: Produced by: Patricia Szilagyi (DW) Charulata Biswas (IE) Khyati Rajvanshi (IE) Researcher & Editor: Sana Rizvi (DW) Video Editor: Praveen Kumar (IE) Project Manager: Patricia Szilagyi (DW) Executive Producer: Melanie von Marschalck (DW Life & Style) Anant Nath Sharma (IE) Love Matters with Leeza Mangaldas is a cooperation between The Indian Express and DW, Germany’s international broadcaster.  Learn more about DW:   https://www.dw.com Get in touch lovematters@dw.com

    48 min

  5. OCT 12

    The Ex-Factor: How To Deal With Breakups ft. Merenla Imsong

    We've all been there- curled up in bed, feeling like the world is crashing down after a breakup. But what if the breakup is actually an opportunity for growth? Join Leeza Mangaldas and content creator, actor and writer Merenla Imsong in another episode of Love Matters. They dive into the messy yet transformative world of breakups. From understanding self worth to closures, here's a fresh perspective on healing from a heartbreak. Leeza Mangaldas’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leezamangaldas/ Merenla Imsong's Social handles: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/merenla_imsong Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@mimsong1280 Twitter: https://x.com/MerenlaImsong Credits: Produced by: Patricia Szilagyi (DW) Charulata Biswas (IE) Khyati Rajvanshi (IE) Researcher & Editor: Sana Rizvi (DW) Audio Editor: Praveen Kumar (IE) Project Manager: Patricia Szilagyi (DW) Executive Producer: Melanie von Marschalck (DW Life & Style) Anant Nath Sharma (IE) Love Matters with Leeza Mangaldas is a cooperation between The Indian Express and DW, Germany’s international broadcaster. Learn more about DW: https://www.dw.com/ Get in touch: lovematters@dw.com

    36 min

  6. SEP 28

    Coming Out When You’re Married ft. Anshita Koul

    What happens when you discover your true sexuality after tying the knot in a traditional marriage? In this episode of Love Matters, Leeza Mangaldas speaks with standup comedian Anshita Koul about her groundbreaking personal journey. Married in her 20s in a heteronormative setup, Anshita later came out as queer in her 30s. They discuss the complexities of navigating identity, love, and societal expectations while in a committed marriage. How does coming out shift the dynamics of a relationship, and what are the challenges of finding yourself when the world expects you to fit into pre-defined boxes? Tune in to hear Anshita’s candid and humorous take on coming out in a deeply patriarchal society, her evolving perspective on marriage, and how she discovered her true self. Anshita Koul is an internationally touring standup comedian, currently based in Berlin. She also works as a Hindi Producer for the show EcoIndia at DW. Leeza Mangaldas’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leezamangaldas/ Anshita Koul's Social handles: Website - https://anshitakoul.com/  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/anshitakoul/  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/koulanshita Credits: Produced by: Patricia Szilagyi (DW) Khyati Rajvanshi (IE) Charulata Biswas (IE) Researcher & Editor: Sana Rizvi (DW) Audio edit and mixing: Suresh Pawar (IE) Project Manager: Patricia Szilagyi (DW) Executive Producer: Melanie von Marschalck (DW Life & Style) Anant Nath Sharma (IE) Love Matters with Leeza Mangaldas is a cooperation between The Indian Express and DW, Germany’s international broadcaster.  Learn more about DW:     / dwasia   https://www.dw.com Get in touch: lovemattersdw.com

    39 min

  7. AUG 16

    Love Matters is back! New Season & Berlin Special

    Love Matters is launching a new season soon, featuring amazing guests and exciting topics! We're also thrilled to announce a special podcast episode that will be recorded live at a podcast festival in Berlin, Germany. For the first time ever, our cherished listeners can join the audience for this live recording. So, if you're in Berlin or will be there at the end of August, listen up!

    1 min

  8. AUG 16

    Love Matters is back! New Season & Berlin Special

    Love Matters is launching a new season soon, featuring amazing guests and exciting topics! We're also thrilled to announce a special podcast episode that will be recorded live at a podcast festival in Berlin, Germany. For the first time ever, our cherished listeners can join the audience for this live recording. So, if you're in Berlin or will be there at the end of August, listen up!

    1 min
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Love Matters is a podcast produced by The Indian Express and DW, Germany's international broadcaster that explores love, sex, and relationships in India. Currently hosted by Leeza Mangaldas, India’s top sexuality educator, Love Matters features conversations with remarkable guests whose unique expertise and lived experiences are sure to strike a chord. Each episode will navigate a complex and often taboo topic, unravelling identity, social norms, desire, gender, pleasure, and most of all, the irrepressible force that is love. If you have a question, topic idea, guest suggestion, or feedback, you can email us at lovematters@dw.com

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