217 episodes
Solo – The Single Person’s Guide to a Remarkable Life Dr. Peter McGraw
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4.9 • 295 Ratings
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“Solo - The Single Person's Guide to a Remarkable Life” by Dr. Peter McGraw, seeks to celebrate and destigmatize single living. Welcome to the podcast that explores how being single affords you the freedom to be adventurous, start a business, make art, travel the world, get in shape, or simply sleep in when you want to. Join Peter – behavioral scientist, humor researcher, and bachelor – as he interviews happy single men and women and assembles advice from leading experts about health, fitness, money, business, travel, fashion, art, leisure, and of course, sex and dating. For the so-called spinster or bachelor, Solo is the resource for people who are happily single (aka the unapologetically unattached).
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The Science of Solitude and the Power of Being Alone
Is solitude just for introverts or monks? Think again. Heather Hansen, co-author of Solitude: The Science and Power of Being Alone, talks to Peter McGraw about how solo time is essential for our well-being. In this episode, they explore the history and benefits of solitude, why it's so hard to study, and how anyone can craft positive solitary experiences. From "complete olitude" to "public solitude." you'll gain a new appreciation for the power of being alone. Onwards!
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Aging Single #3: Finances and Estate Planning
Welcome back to another episode of "Aging Single," where Peter McGraw explores the intricacies of aging, retiring, and dying solo. This time, in episode three, he is focused on the critical topics of finances and estate planning, an essential discussion for singles navigating their later years independently. Peter is joined by two guests: Louisa M. Ritsick from Ritsick Law LLC, a seasoned lawyer specializing in estate and tax planning, and Kirsten Hollander, a certified financial planner with a wealth of experience in helping clients achieve financial independence. Together, they share their expertise on overcoming the unique financial and legal challenges faced by aging singles.
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Unmarried Equality
This episode seeks to explore the singles advocacy movement with Gordon Morris, who is aiming to breathe new life into Unmarried Equality, a nonprofit at the crossroads of the singles' rights movement. Alongside guest co-host Christina Campbell, a fervent supporter of single living, Peter McGraw explores the roots and future of singles advocacy, from the pioneering "Singles Bill of Rights" to today’s push for societal acceptance. Discover how you can join this crucial cause for equality.
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Solo Thoughts 14: Reading, Writing, And Never Surrendering
Peter McGraw is concerned about his students and has been writing open letters to them. In this Solo Thoughts episode, he reads those letters to you with the hope of getting you to read more books, write more often, and never give up on your dreams.
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Ten Tips For Better Sex
Whether with a partner or solo, sex is fun--or at least should be. Peter McGraw and guest co-host, Laura Grant, talk to Justin Lehmiller, a sex researcher and author of "Tell Me What You Want" about how to have better sex. They discuss Justin's "Ten Resolutions for Better Sex."
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Aging Single #2: Longevity And Super Aging
In the second episode on the series on aging, retiring, and dying single, Peter McGraw talks to William J. Kole (aka Bill Kole), author of "THE BIG 100: The New World of Super-Aging." Kole shares insights from his extensive research on the phenomenon of people living to 100 and beyond, discussing the implications for society, relationships, and personal well-being. They explore the factors contributing to longer lifespans, the pros and cons of a super-aging world, and the importance of preparing for this new reality. Kole also offers advice on cultivating habits and attitudes that can help us live longer, healthier, and more fulfilling lives, with a special focus on the considerations for those aging single.
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Customer Reviews
Accessible, interesting, and fun
This is a great podcast for engaging your mind while doing chores. I learn from it, but at the same time I am also feeling validated about my single lifestyle, which is soothing. Aaaand also at the same time, I’m chuckling over the cheeky and snide asides from Peter and his guests. They come from many backgrounds and have expertise on a wide range of topics, some lighthearted and some serious and crucial (like finances, where singles are seriously disadvantaged). Peter and the guests are empathic and relatable. I hope that with time, more married people will start listening.
An Acquired Taste
As a solo individual, I find Dr. Peter McGraw to be somewhat polarizing, a sentiment he acknowledges himself. He's known for his distinctive style, including wearing Stetson hats and hosting "salons," residing in a bubble of tenured academic bourgeois. While his elitist tendencies can be off-putting—he often refers to his listeners and solo members as "everyday normal people," contrasting them with himself and his guests—he remains a pioneer in the solo movement. Despite occasional airs of superiority, he provides intellectual stimulation, maintains political neutrality, and thoroughly explores solo living. Though his guests often mirror his academic background, they contribute to insightful discussions. While I would dread attending one of his "Solo Salons," he emphasizes that it's okay to never feel obligated to do things you don’t want to do and not to feel ashamed for lacking interest, promoting the idea that solo living is about living life on your own terms. His podcast offers compelling insights into living a fulfilling solo life. Overall, despite occasional pretension, Dr. McGraw's podcast is thought-provoking and enriching. 5 stars and a respect for being unapologetically one’s self!
Informative and inspiring
A much needed message
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