Money can create some of the biggest tensions in a relationship—but the conflict usually isn’t just about money. It’s about what money represents: security, freedom, control, priorities, and the future you want to build together. Julie & Yue are joined by Joe Gavazza of Gavazza Wealth Management to explore what financial compatibility really looks like and how couples can talk about spending, saving, debt, and long-term goals before they become sources of conflict.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What financial compatibility actually means beyond income
• How your money mindset can shape your relationship
• How to talk about spending, saving, and debt
• Why financial transparency can strengthen trust
• How couples can create greater alignment around their future

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Sometimes the things we do to protect ourselves from getting hurt are the very things that create distance in our relationships. Julie & Yue are joined by psychologist and relationship researcher Dr. Raquel Peel to explore why we sometimes sabotage healthy relationships, from pulling away when things get serious to criticizing, becoming defensive, or shutting down when we feel vulnerable. Together, they unpack the Four Horsemen and how greater self-awareness can help us respond differently before protective patterns become relationship-ending habits.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why we sometimes sabotage relationships that are actually healthy
• How fear and self-protection can create relationship problems
• What the Four Horsemen reveal about relationship conflict
• How to recognize your own self-sabotaging patterns
• Ways to respond with more vulnerability and intention

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Most people enter relationships without ever being taught the skills needed to sustain one. Communication, conflict, intimacy, and emotional responsibility are often learned through trial and error instead of intention. Dr. Alexandra Solomon—licensed therapist, professor at Northwestern University, and author of Loving Bravely and Taking Sexy Back—joins Julie & Yue to explore the lessons behind her popular course Marriage 101. Rather than focusing on finding “the one,” her work centers on becoming “the one” through self-awareness, emotional growth, and relational skill-building.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why self-awareness is essential for healthy relationships
• How family history shapes the way we love
• Why conflict is something to work through, not avoid
• The role emotional and sexual intimacy play in long-term love
• What differentiation means and why it matters in relationships

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What if healthy relationships require more than simply falling in love? Many traditional relationship models teach couples to merge into one shared identity, but that approach can sometimes weaken connection instead of strengthening it. Dr. Sara Nasserzadeh, social psychologist and author of Love by Design, joins Julie & Yue to introduce the Emergent Love Model—a more intentional framework for lasting partnership. She explains why thriving relationships allow both people to continue evolving individually while building a meaningful life together.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The difference between emergent and submergent relationships
• Why “becoming one” can sometimes weaken connection
• The six ingredients that support lasting love
• How intentional partnership differs from passive expectation
• Ways to approach relationships with more clarity and design

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Sex is one of the most important parts of a relationship—and one of the hardest topics for couples to talk about openly. Vanessa Marin, licensed psychotherapist and author of Sex Talks, joins Julie & Yue alongside her husband and collaborator Xander Marin to unpack why conversations around intimacy often feel so uncomfortable, and how avoidance can quietly create distance in relationships. Together, they explore how communication, emotional safety, and vulnerability shape intimacy far beyond the physical side of sex.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why so many couples struggle to talk about sex openly
• How avoidance impacts intimacy and emotional connection
• Ways to communicate needs without shame or pressure
• Why emotional safety is essential for a healthy sex life
• How better conversations can strengthen intimacy overall

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After enough painful relationships, many people start asking the same question: why do I keep ending up here? Pharaoh Kyle, spiritual coach and entrepreneur, joins Julie & Yue to explore how toxic relationship patterns form, why people ignore red flags, and what it takes to break unhealthy cycles. He shares how emotional wounds and lost self-trust can keep people stuck in dynamics that no longer serve them—and how healing those patterns can lead to healthier, more aligned relationships moving forward.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The common signs of toxic relationship patterns
• Why people ignore red flags and stay stuck
• How to rebuild trust in yourself after unhealthy relationships
• What keeps old relational cycles repeating
• Tools for healing and choosing healthier connections moving forward

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Most people believe they’re self-aware—but research shows we’re often far less aware of our patterns, behaviors, and impact on others than we think. Dr. Tasha Eurich, organizational psychologist, researcher, and bestselling author of Insight, joins Julie & Yue to explore how self-awareness shapes relationships, communication, and long-term compatibility. She explains why the gap between how we see ourselves and how others experience us can quietly influence attraction, conflict, and connection—and how increasing awareness can change the way we show up in relationships.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The difference between internal and external self-awareness
• Why most people overestimate how self-aware they are
• How self-awareness impacts attraction and communication
• Why asking “what” instead of “why” creates more change
• Ways to become more conscious of your relationship patterns

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Relationships rarely end because of one major event. More often, they slowly break down through small moments where one partner feels dismissed, unseen, or emotionally unsupported. Matthew Fray, relationship coach and author of This Is How Your Marriage Ends, joins Julie & Yue to unpack the lessons behind his viral article An Open Letter to Shtty Husbands*. He shares how emotional neglect quietly erodes connection, why these patterns often go unnoticed until it’s too late, and what it actually takes to become a more present, emotionally aware partner.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How emotional neglect quietly damages relationships
• Why small dismissive moments matter more than people realize
• The hidden warning signs relationships are struggling
• How these patterns can begin long before marriage
• Ways to become a more emotionally present partner

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Chemistry isn’t always something you either have or don’t – it’s often shaped by behavior, body language, and the subtle signals people send without realizing it. Vanessa Van Edwards, behavioral researcher, bestselling author of Cues and Captivate, and founder of Science of People, joins Julie & Yue to break down how to read attraction signals and build deeper connections. She explains how first impressions, micro-signals, and social cues influence attraction and trust within seconds, and why understanding these behaviors can completely change the way we connect with others.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How first impressions shape attraction and connection
• The subtle cues people send without realizing it
• Why some interactions feel natural while others feel forced
• How body language impacts chemistry and trust
• Ways to create stronger connection without trying so hard

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Most of us grow up believing love should feel effortless if we meet the “right” person. But many of the relationship stories we absorb through romcoms and pop culture don’t actually reflect how healthy relationships work. Relationship scientists Paul Eastwick and Eli Finkel join Julie & Yue to unpack what movies get right—and wrong—about attraction, compatibility, and long-term connection. Together, they explore the myths shaping modern relationships and what science says actually creates lasting love.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What romcoms get wrong about compatibility and attraction
• Why “the spark” isn’t always a reliable predictor of long-term success
• How modern expectations may be hurting relationships
• What relationship science says actually builds lasting love
• Why healthy relationships are often less effortless than we expect

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Communication is often called the foundation of healthy relationships—but most people were never actually taught how to communicate effectively when emotions run high. Sandy Weiner, relationship coach, author, and host of The Last First Date Radio podcast, joins Julie & Yue to explore the four communication archetypes and what they reveal about the way we handle conflict, emotional triggers, and connection. She explains why communication patterns are often tied to nervous system responses, attachment styles, and past relationship experiences—and how healthier communication can be learned through awareness and practice.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The four communication archetypes and how to identify yours
• Why conflict can feel so emotionally triggering
• How attachment patterns shape communication under stress
• Ways to express needs without aggression or withdrawal
• How to become a more effective and emotionally aware communicator

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The biggest factor shaping your relationships may not be the other person—it may be the version of you that shows up in connection. Lair Torrent, LMFT and author of The Practice of Love, joins Julie & Yue to explore the different “parts” of ourselves that emerge in dating and relationships, from grounded and open to anxious or guarded. He explains how past experiences and emotional patterns influence the way we connect, and how mindfulness can help us recognize these shifts before they quietly shape our relationships.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why different versions of yourself show up in relationships
• How trauma and past experiences shape connection
• The role mindfulness plays in dating and communication
• How protective behaviors can create disconnection
• Ways to bring more awareness and authenticity into relationships

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Infidelity is one of the most painful experiences in relationships—but the psychology behind why people cheat is often far more complex than betrayal alone. Dr. Nicolle Zapien, licensed psychotherapist and sex therapist, joins Julie & Yue to unpack the emotional, relational, and psychological factors that can lead to infidelity. Together, they explore what cheating reveals about attachment, unmet needs, emotional disconnection, and personal responsibility, along with the difficult question many couples face afterward: can trust truly be rebuilt?

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The most common psychological drivers behind infidelity
• Why some people may be more prone to cheating patterns
• How unmet needs and emotional disconnection play a role
• What rebuilding trust after betrayal actually requires
• How to determine whether reconciliation is possible

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Love can make us believe that if the feelings are strong enough, everything else will work itself out. But lasting relationships require more than chemistry or attraction. Mark Manson, bestselling author of The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fck* and Love Is Not Enough, joins Julie & Yue to unpack why people stay stuck in situationships, chase unavailable partners, or settle for relationships that no longer serve them. He explains why compatibility matters just as much as passion, how emotional patterns keep us repeating the same cycles, and why healthy relationships require both emotional connection and practical alignment.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why love alone doesn’t guarantee a healthy relationship
• How compatibility differs from chemistry and attraction
• Why people stay stuck in unhealthy relationship dynamics
• The role emotional patterns play in repeating cycles
• How to approach relationships with both heart and clarity



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Breakups have a way of forcing us to confront the patterns we often avoid seeing in relationships. Whether it’s a slow fade, an almost-relationship, or a breakup you never fully processed, endings can reveal a lot about attachment, emotional availability, and the dynamics we keep repeating. John Kim—licensed therapist, author of Breakup. On Purpose., and host of The Angry Therapist podcast—joins Julie & Yue to unpack the psychology behind modern breakups and why endings can become powerful catalysts for growth instead of proof of failure.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why some relationships slowly lose momentum over time
• The psychology behind almost-relationships and ambiguity
• How attachment patterns shape breakups and healing
• Why endings can create opportunities for self-awareness
• How to move forward with more clarity and emotional insight

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Do you find yourself overthinking, seeking constant reassurance, or fearing abandonment when dating or in relationships? These patterns often signal an anxious attachment style—but anxiety doesn’t have to control your love life. In this episode, Kirstie Taylor, dating coach, writer, and author of What I Wish I Knew About Love, breaks down why anxiety heightens sensitivity to shifts in connection, how it impacts communication and conflict, and how to distinguish intuition from fear-driven reactions. In this episode, we share practical tools to strengthen self-trust, regulate anxious thoughts, and reshape core beliefs about love and worthiness.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

 • How anxious attachment shapes your experiences in relationships

 • Why reassurance-seeking and overthinking happen

 • How to tell fear-driven reactions from intuition

 • Tools to strengthen self-trust and emotional regulation

 • How to build secure, fulfilling connection from the inside out

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Divorce. For some, it’s a lived experience. For others, it’s a quiet fear in the back of every serious relationship. In this episode, divorce expert and coach Alicia Robertson reframes the “D word” as a turning point rather than a failure. She explains how fear of endings can keep people stuck in misaligned relationships or avoiding love altogether, and how understanding these fears can lead to growth, clarity, and deeper self-trust. Alicia also shares practical strategies for moving forward, healing past narratives, and approaching relationships from a place of alignment and confidence.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

 • Why fear of divorce can hold you back in relationships

 • How identity, shame, and cultural narratives shape relationship fears

 • Strategies for moving on without bitterness

 • How to approach new relationships with clarity and self-trust

 • Why endings can create space for more aligned love

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Ever feel like you keep ending up with the same “type” of partner even when it hasn’t worked out before? You might be unconsciously choosing the wrong people and repeating patterns that keep you stuck. Julie & Yue are joined by Marc Sholes, Psychotherapist and author of Reset Your Romantic GPS, to explore why we’re drawn to familiar but unfulfilling partner types. He explains the ways attachment styles influence our choices, why awareness can help you break the cycle, and how to distinguish a rough patch from true incompatibility—so you can make healthier, more fulfilling relationship choices.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

 • Why you keep choosing the same “type” of partner

 • How attachment styles shape your patterns

 • Signs a relationship is worth working through versus letting go

 • Practical strategies to identify triggers and subconscious tendencies

 • How to make choices that lead to healthier, more aligned relationships

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Early experiences quietly shape how we attach, communicate, and handle conflict in adult relationships—without us even realizing it. In this episode, Vienna Pharaon, marriage and family therapist and author of The Origins of You, explores the five core childhood wounds many carry into adulthood. She explains how these wounds can appear as avoidance, people-pleasing, fear of abandonment, or staying stuck in unhealthy patterns—and why they were protective strategies, not flaws. Vienna also shares practical tools to heal these patterns so your past informs you without defining your future.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

 • The five core childhood wounds and how they show up in relationships

• Why early protective strategies can later limit intimacy

 • How attachment styles, emotional triggers, and beliefs about love are formed

 • Tools for identifying the narratives driving your relationship choices

 • How to heal old patterns to build healthier, more connected relationships

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Strong, lasting relationships aren’t just about chemistry or shared interests—they’re about how we relate to each other every day. Julie & Yue sit down with Dr. Adam Bandelli, psychologist and relational intelligence expert, to dive into why relational intelligence is essential for deep, meaningful connections. He shows how tuning into your partner’s emotions, responding with empathy, and communicating with intention can deepen trust, create emotional safety, and help your relationship grow stronger over time. Dr. Bandelli also breaks down the five core skills of relational intelligence, showing why empathy, attunement, and rapport impact the relationship from its early stages to months and decades in. 

In this episode, you’ll learn:

 • What Relational Intelligence is and why it matters

• The five essential skills for building trust and connection

 • Why empathy and attunement matter more than chemistry

 • How relational intelligence strengthens intimacy

 • Ways to make your relationship more resilient

To learn more about Dr. Adam Bandelli, follow him @adambandelli and visit https://bandelliandassociates.com

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