Intimate Discoveries: Heart to Heart - Unveiling Intimacy

Intimate Discoveries: Heart to Heart - Unveiling Intimacy

Join Champ Franklin, a renowned intimacy consultant, and Lauria, a distinguished psychologist and domestic violence expert, as they navigate the complex world of intimate relationships in ”Heart to Heart: Unveiling Intimacy.” Each episode delves deep into the emotional, psychological, and social facets of building and maintaining meaningful connections. Whether seeking healing, growth, or understanding, this podcast offers enlightening discussions, expert advice, and heartfelt stories that resonate with everyone striving for healthier relationships. Tune in to explore topics ranging from love and loss to conflict resolution and self-discovery, and transform your approach to intimacy and connection. ”Heart to Heart” is your essential guide to fostering relationships that are not just enduring but thriving. Hashtags: #IntimateDiscoveries #RelationshipGoals #MarriageAdvice #DivorceSupport #LoveAndIntimacy #RelationshipPodcast #CommunicationTips #RebuildingRelationships #CouplesTherapy #EmotionalIntimacy #DeepConnections

Episodes

January 21, 2026 25 mins

s “WYD” lazy—or just misunderstood? In this episode, Champ Franklin flips the script on one of the most criticized texts in modern dating. We explore when “WYD” is careless… and when it’s actually confident, curious, and emotionally appropriate.

Through the lens of men’s mental healing, this conversation challenges men to stop overthinking, stop hiding behind silence, and start communicating with intention. The message isn’t about ...

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Secure love starts with secure men. In this episode, Champ Franklin breaks down what emotional security really looks like—and how it transforms the way men communicate with women. From listening without defensiveness to expressing needs without fear, we explore why insecurity shows up as silence, control, or shutdown.

Through the lens of men’s mental healing, Champ challenges men to release ego-driven reactions and replace them wit...

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When money isn’t the issue—but power, pride, and perception are. In this episode, Champ Franklin dives into how financial independence reshapes attraction, communication, and expectations in modern relationships. We explore why some men feel threatened, some women feel constrained, and how unspoken money dynamics quietly create tension.

Through the lens of men’s mental healing, this conversation challenges men to separate ...

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Love can’t survive on one-sided effort. In this episode, Champ Franklin breaks down why the absence of reciprocity quietly kills relationships long before the breakup happens. From emotional labor to communication, affection, and follow-through, we explore how imbalance creates resentment—and why many men don’t realize they’re receiving more than they’re giving.

Through the lens of men’s mental healing, this conversation challenges...

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What happens when she finally asks the question? In this unapologetic follow-up, Champ Franklin explores the moment a woman stops waiting and decides to propose—and why that moment often rattles men to their core.

We unpack bruised egos, fear of inadequacy, social conditioning, and the unhealed emotions that make some men freeze when the power dynamic shifts. Through the lens of men’s mental healing, this episode challenges men to ...

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January 19, 2026 72 mins

How long is too long to wait for a question that never comes? In this episode, Champ Franklin unpacks why many women sit in anticipation—hoping, waiting, and questioning their worth—while men delay commitment without clarity. We explore the emotional impact of uncertainty, mixed signals, and unspoken timelines, and how fear, comfort, and unhealed patterns keep men stuck.

Through the lens of men’s mental healing, Champ challenges me...

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January 19, 2026 69 mins
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Why does it take loss for clarity to finally show up? In this episode, Champ Franklin challenges men to confront the emotional blind spots, unspoken warnings, and unresolved wounds that delay growth until it’s too late. Through honest dialogue, this conversation explores how fear, comfort, and emotional avoidance sabotage connection—and how men’s mental healing is the key to changing that pattern.

This episode calls men to do the i...

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January 7, 2026 37 mins
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Why does it take loss for clarity to finally show up finally? In this episode, Champ Franklin and Golden challenge men to confront the emotional blind spots, unspoken warnings, and unresolved wounds that delay growth until it’s too late. Through honest dialogue, this conversation explores how fear, comfort, and emotional avoidance sabotage connection—and how men’s mental healing is the key to changing that pattern.

This episode cal...

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January 2, 2026 65 mins

When your partner drops the bombshell—“I want a throuple”—what do you do next? Panic? Curiosity? Fear? In this episode, we dive headfirst into the emotional shock, unspoken assumptions, and complex conversations that arise when monogamy is suddenly questioned.

We unpack what’s really behind the request: unmet needs, curiosity, fantasy vs. reality, fear of commitment, or a genuine desire for ethical non-monogamy. More importantly, w...

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When does a small lie protect love, and when does it destroy it? Join intimacy consultant Champ Franklin and co-host Golden as they dive deep into the emotional complexities of lying in relationships. Featuring insights from a marriage therapist and a relationship consultant, this episode explores when a lie might be harmless—and when it’s a ticking time bomb. Plus, practical ways couples can rebuild after ...

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January 2, 2026 49 mins
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When does a small lie protect love, and when does it destroy it? Join intimacy consultant Champ Franklin and co-host Golden as they dive deep into the emotional complexities of lying in relationships. Featuring insights from a marriage therapist and a relationship consultant, this episode explores when a lie might be harmless—and when it’s a ticking time bomb. Plus, practical ways couples can rebuild after ...

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Pet Peeves or Pure Pettiness? The Relationship Debate! 🎙️💬

Is leaving dishes in the sink an actual issue or just your thing? 🤨 Co-hosts Golden & Champ Franklin break down the Top 5 Relationship Challenges, tackling the difference between real pet peeves and straight-up pettiness in relationships. 🚦

This episode features: ✅ The Top 10 Pet Peeves most couples struggle with ✅ Solutions for expressing concerns without being off...

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In a world where masculinity is being redefined, relationships are evolving—and men are rising to meet the challenge. In this bold and timely episode of Intimate Discoveries, Champ Franklin and Golden unpack the unique relationship struggles men are facing in 2025. From navigating emotional availability, vulnerability, and financial equality, to breaking free from outdated gender expectations—this conversation is raw, real, and lon...

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We dive into why so many men feel like women are “the most expensive place they eat out” in today’s dating economy. From inflation and first-date expectations to who should pay and how to talk about money without killing the romance, this episode breaks down the real cost of love and how couples can date smarter, not broker.

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What if the love you're giving isn’t the love your partner is receiving? Join Champ Franklin and Golden in this powerful 5-part series, Speak My Love, where we unpack the secrets of the 5 Love Languages and explore how emotional intimacy, vulnerability, and intentional communication can transform relationships.

Each episode spotlights one love language—words of Affirmation, Acts of Service, Receiving Gifts, Quality Time, and Physi...

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What if the love you're giving isn’t the love your partner is receiving? Join Champ Franklin and Golden in this powerful 5-part series, Speak My Love, where we unpack the secrets of the 5 Love Languages and explore how emotional intimacy, vulnerability, and intentional communication can transform relationships.

Each episode spotlights one love language—words of Affirmation, Acts of Service, Receiving Gifts, Quality Time, and Physi...

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What if the love you're giving isn’t the love your partner is receiving? Join Champ Franklin and Golden in this powerful 5-part series, Speak My Love, where we unpack the secrets of the 5 Love Languages and explore how emotional intimacy, vulnerability, and intentional communication can transform relationships.

Each episode spotlights one love language—words of Affirmation, Acts of Service, Receiving Gifts, Quality Time, and Physi...

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What if the love you're giving isn’t the love your partner is receiving? Join Champ Franklin and Golden in this powerful 5-part series, Speak My Love, where we unpack the secrets of the 5 Love Languages and explore how emotional intimacy, vulnerability, and intentional communication can transform relationships.

Each episode spotlights one love language—Words of Affirmation, Acts of Service, Receiving Gifts, Quality Time, and Physi...

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