Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast

Intimacy doesn’t retire—it evolves. This week on Reloscope: The Relationships Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella consults psychology researcher Ashley Macleod on the various ways in which sexual intimacy evolves with age, contrary to popular belief.

With a robust background in health research and service improvement, Ashley Macleod has a passion for promoting social understanding through data-driven insights. Through her b...

Whether it’s an inside joke or an evening tradition, rituals reinforce shared meaning between couples. This week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella consults couples therapist Zach Brittle, LMCH how rituals and shared meaning make or break a relationship.

Based in Seattle, Washington, Zach Brittle, LMCH is a Certified Gottman Therapist and Certified Relational Life Therapist. The best-selling ...

Ever wondered how a simple swipe turns into a potentially life-changing connection? This week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella interviews licensed marriage and family therapist Anna Elton, LMFT, CST, PhD on what flirting looks like in the digital age.

Aside from her therapy practice, Anna Elton, LMFT, CST, PhD is a PhD candidate in clinical sexology, mental health advocate, and the author o...

Some take mere weeks to move on from a breakup, while others take years, but one thing is certain: getting over a past love is never easy. This week on Reloscope: The Relationships Science Insights Podcast, host Lu Ngo interviews divorce coach Sallyanne Hartnell on what it takes to find closure and acceptance after a relationship ends.

As a multi-award-nominated divorce coach and strategist, Sallyanne Hartnell supports clients thro...

Are you tired of swiping left and right with no real connection? So are we. This week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Lu Ngo consults dating coach Karina Chapman on the principles of conscious dating and why it matters for authentic connection.

Based in Adelaide, South Australia, Karina Chapman is a natural storyteller and facilitator with a background in the business, education and communication indus...

It is rather enigmatic, how we tend to feel intensely drawn to some people, while others leave us with nothing but a strong desire to walk away. So, this week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella consults social and personality psychologist Dylan Selterman.

An associate professor in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at John Hopkins University,  teaches courses on social attract...

Ever wondered why your early relationship experiences tend to unfold similarly? This week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella picks the brain of postdoctoral research fellow Marissa D. Nivison, Ph.D. to find out how attachment shapes our relationship beginnings.

Having received her Ph.D. in developmental psychology from the University of Minnesota, Marissa D. Nivison, Ph.D. currently researche...

Technology has revolutionized the way we communicate and form relationship, offering a slew of opportunities. However, it has also introduced new challenges to trust and jealousy. This week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella interviews communication and technology professor Marco Dehnert, Ph.D. on how technology shapes our emotions.

Situated at the University of Arkansas, Marco Dehnert, Ph.D....

Ever wondered why you find yourself drawn to certain ‘types’ of partners? This week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella sits down with Georgi Gardiner, a gender & sexuality studies professor, to investigate the uncanny occurrence.

Specializing in epistemology and meta-philosophy, Georgi Gardiner currently sits on the philosophy faculty at Tulane University. Previously, she held roles on th...

Trauma leaves deep emotional scars, sometimes affecting even the most intimate parts of a relationship. So, this week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella consults human behavior expert Maryann Karinch on the complexities of restoring physical intimacy in a relationship.

Having published books on human behavior, sexual health, and relationships, Maryann Karinch is also a frequent contributor to...

Even the strongest of relationships waver in hard times. So, this week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella consults relationship coach Dr. Liz Jenkins on how to identify sources of relationship stress and work through them as a couple.

Dedicated to helping couples reconnect, repair, and reignite their love, Dr. Liz Jenkins has had a hand in swiftly transforming relationships and marriages to t...

In a world where simple swiping and matching have become the norm, the dynamics of sexual health and wellbeing have taken on new dimensions, rendering it all the more vital to discuss. So, this week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella sits down with medical anthropologist Treena Orchard to deconstruct the nuances of consent, boundaries, and sexual empowerment.

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Ever wondered why you and your partner connect on a deep level or perhaps, far too often, find yourselves at odds? The enneagram just might hold the key. This week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Dina Sargeant is joined by relationship expert Christa Hardin to explore the fascinating world of personality types and their effect on relationships.

Host of the popular Enneagram & Marriage podcast, psyc...

Ever wondered why you find yourself more drawn to certain ‘types’ of partners? This week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by dating coach and expert Julia Malakiman to investigate the culprits behind this phenomenon.

Based in San Jose, California, Julia Malakiman works with individuals who struggle with forming relationships and having confidence in their romantic life. Working pr...

In the age of swipes and likes, the mobile phone is very much a viable option for finding love and connection, yet there is a shame attached to it that persists. So, this week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by psychotherapist Minh Trần to deconstruct the stigma and unravel the mystery behind digital dating.

As a digital nomad, Minh Trần sees clients from around the globe, his ap...

Dancing in the murky waters of seduction—where desire meets deception—often goes far beyond a couple of amusing lines. So, this week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by sexologist Anisa Varasteh for psychological insights and expert advice on how to speak the language of seduction.

As a sexologist, Anisa Varasteh works with her clients to discover and re-discover what is fulfillin...

You've found someone special, and the spark is undeniable. But as the novelty fades, what truly sustains a romantic relationship? It's not just love; it's commitment. Dive into this week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by relationship coach Nicole Koelewijn where we unpack the critical role of commitment in long-term relationship planning and discover the keys to forging a bond t...

Join the conversation this week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast! Hosted by Marie Stella, this episode features the incredible Shira Etzion, LMFT.

Prone to laughter, silliness, and (when it's called for) seriousness, Shira Etzion, LMFT has a natural ability to connect deeply with her clients: her style vacillates between an assertive coach and a celebratory champion. She wholeheartedly believes that whatever ...

This week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by Dr. Claudia Six to discuss what it takes to foster healthy attitudes towards desire.

Born and bred in France, Dr. Six grew up in a culture that is comfortable with sexuality. She moved to the United States at the ripe age of 19 for college, and subsequently pursued a Master of Arts in Psychology, along with a PhD in Clinical Sexology. ...