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A guide to eating pussy with Amy Baldwin
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Learning to love unpredictability
A listener asks whether to move back to somewhere familiar or take a leap somewhere new. Shaun uses the question to explore…
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Bidding for connection with Jess Janz
Jess Janz is a writer, community facilitator, and the founder of Dinner With Strangers - a project that has brought over a…
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Living with a Broken Heart
This week's episode is a tender one. I recorded this on Father's Day — three years after losing my dad — and…
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Why lonely men join the Manosphere with Laura Ramadei
I've been thinking a lot about why so many men end up looking for belonging in all the wrong places.This conversation starts…
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What is love?
What is love? It's a question I've never seriously stopped to answer — and one that's surprisingly hard to get at.In this…
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Once a cheater, sometimes a cheater with Lauren LaRusso
There is life after betrayal. It might not feel like it right now, but there is.My guest today is Lauren LaRusso, a…
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Can awkward sex be improved?
What if the sex is awkward, but the connection is actually really good?This week, I’m answering a listener question about dating someone…
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Herpes is just a skin rash — with Debbie Barish, NP
Most adults in the world carry the virus that causes herpes. Most of them don't know it. And the shame around it…
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You don’t need to be ready to be loved
Someone recently told me I wasn't too complicated to love and it inspired me to explore the ways in which we keep…
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What straight people can learn from gay men with Eric Williams
This week, Shaun sits down with comedian, actor, writer, and host of That’s a Gay Ass Podcast, Eric Williams, for a conversation…
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Why men pull away after sex?
This week, Shaun comes to you solo from Seoul, South Korea, for an episode that’s part travel diary, part dating debrief, and…
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2026
This week, Shaun sits down with his good friend, somatic therapist and sex & relationship coach Laura Griffiths, for a…
Should your friends unfollow your ex?Apr 16, 2026
In this solo episode, Shaun shares the story of Roger, his blind dog, and what loving him through loss taught…
In this episode, Shaun is joined by Bay Area sex therapist Claire Perelman, aka Sex Clarified, for a candid and…
You're probably doing better than you thinkApr 2, 2026
In this solo check-in, Shaun begins with a simple question that lands deeper than expected: how is your heart? From…
Therapy Jeff joins Shaun for a conversation about men, therapy, emotional depth, and why so many relationships struggle when people…
In this solo episode, Shaun shares a personal confession that kicks off a real conversation about coping, cravings, and the…
A smarter way to date with Jennie YoungMar 19, 2026
Jennie Young, creator of the Burned Haystack dating method, joins Shaun to talk about how to stop wasting time on…
In this solo episode, Shaun shares what life has looked like over the last several months and why this season…
Good sex is reciprocal with Dan SavageMar 12, 2026
Dan Savage is officially the first guest of The Love Drive relaunch and it's the perfect way to kick off…
The Love Drive Relaunch Sneak Peek!Mar 10, 2026
I’m both very excited and a tad nervous about relaunching my old podcast, The Love Drive.Excited because I love having…
Welcome Back to The Love Drive PodcastMar 10, 2026
The Love Drive podcast is back: a funny, no-nonsense podcast about sex, love, dating, and modern relationships - for hopeful…
2024
Sorry for ghosting you, and goodbyeMay 7, 2024
This is a final apology episode for ghosting you all, where you can find me, and a sneak peek of…
2023
Life Update 2023: Are you still here?Feb 28, 2023
Hey friend. Thanks for being here. Here are the links I promised: Getting Your Needs Met Course: http://www.gettingyourneedsmet.com Trusting Love…
2022
Bad Vibes Only with Nora McInernyNov 22, 2022
Nora McInerny is an award-winning podcast host of ‘Terrible, Thanks For Asking,’ speaker, and author of several books, including her…
Hey gang, here's a little update for you. ❤️ Application to be my social and course assistant: https://forms.gle/9DWxnXLJYBgazyFE7 …
You Are Codependent with Vanessa BennettAug 30, 2022
This episode guest is Vanessa Bennett, Codependency Expert and Holistic Psycho-Therapist and author of “It’s Not Me, It’s You”. Vanessa…
Spark, chemistry, and attraction in datingAug 16, 2022
Oh boy. Here's a stream of consciousness about the importance of spark, chemistry, and attraction when meeting a potential partner.
Our guest is dating and love coach Damona Hoffman, who's been coaching people for over 15 years on online and…
Are all the ”good ones” taken?Aug 2, 2022
A little pep talk on finding great people to love and that no, all the good ones aren't taken (and…
All About Emotional Availability: A New CourseJul 29, 2022
I'm excited to re-launch (and teach) one of my most popular courses: The Emotional Availability Course - Open up to…
Having Hotter Sex with Yana Tallon-HicksJul 19, 2022
Today's guest is Yana Tallon-Hicks, a past podcast guest on how to be an ethical hookup, ethical slut, sex writer,…
Seerut K. Chawla, an integratic psychotherapist discusses about the dangers of cancel culture and of “Instagram therapy”. In this episode,…
Does having sex early ruin the relationship?Jul 5, 2022
Welcome to The Love Drive Helpline, where I answer questions you submit via voicemail. Leave your question here: https://bit.ly/lovedrivehelpline ~~~ Today's…
Conflict Resolution with Lane AllisonMay 31, 2022
Couples coach Lane Allison talks about conflict resolution, relationships and intimacy in this episode. She explains different approaches for how…
Answering Your Dating Questions with Ilana DunnMay 17, 2022
Ilana Dunn, the host of ‘Seeing Other People’ podcast, talks about modern dating, her experiences, and advice. She answers dating…
Helpline: My boyfriend is on dating appsMar 1, 2022
Welcome to The Love Drive Helpline, where I answer questions you submit via voicemail. Leave your question here: https://bit.ly/lovedrivehelpline ~~~ Today's…
Helpline: How do I tell people I’m HIV+?Feb 8, 2022
Welcome to The Love Drive Helpline, where I answer questions you submit via voicemail. Leave your question here: https://bit.ly/lovedrivehelpline ~~~ Today's…
Helpline: Ghosted by a coworkerFeb 1, 2022
Welcome to The Love Drive Helpline, where I answer questions you submit via voicemail. Leave your question here: https://bit.ly/lovedrivehelpline ~~~ Today's…
Welcome to The Love Drive Helpline, where I answer questions you submit via voicemail. Leave your question here: https://bit.ly/lovedrivehelpline ~~~…
The Healthy Communication CourseJan 3, 2022
Some details about my course on Healthy Communication. Click here to sign up. ~~ Do you struggle asking for help?…
2021
Helpline: Getting Closure From My ExDec 21, 2021
Welcome to The Love Drive Helpline, where I answer questions you submit via voicemail. Leave your question here: https://bit.ly/lovedrivehelpline …
Helpline: We are meant to beDec 14, 2021
Welcome to The Love Drive Helpline, where I answer questions you submit via voicemail. Leave your question here: https://bit.ly/lovedrivehelpline …
Helpline: The One That Got AwayDec 7, 2021
Welcome to The Love Drive Helpline; a new format where I answer listener questions that are submitted to me via…
The Hard Relationship Questions with Susan PiverNov 30, 2021
In this episode, Susan Piver, New York Times bestselling author and Buddhist teacher, discusses what are the most important questions to…
When You‘re Feeling Insecure, Say This…Nov 23, 2021
This short conversation was inspired by one of my most popular posts about how to ask for loving words from…
The ”Men Are Hunters” ArgumentNov 16, 2021
No science to back this stream-of-consciousness monologue. Just my thoughts on the subject. Most of my links: https://www.shaungalanos.com/hello My online…
First Date Do‘s and Don‘tsNov 2, 2021
A few tips to make the first couple of dates a bit easier for you. Most of my links:…
Damn, we've really given being single and lonely a bad rap. There's nothing wrong with being single; let's normalize that.…
How to lower your relationship expectationsSep 29, 2021
Keep your standards high, but your expectations low. Here's how. Most of my links: https://www.shaungalanos.com/hello My online courses: https://www.shaungalanos.com/courses…
How to learn to love rejectionAug 10, 2021
I love rejection because it brings clarity to my life and makes room for something more aligned. Here's how I…
Are you doing your best?Jul 27, 2021
I think you are, even if sometimes, your best is not that great. Most of my links: https://www.shaungalanos.com/hello My online…
It's OK to have needs (needy is normal)Jun 23, 2021
When did not having needs become cool? In today's podcast: 00:00 intro 00:22 when did not having needs become cool?…
Dealing With Relationship DiscomfortJun 8, 2021
Relationships of all types will be uncomfortable. You can choose to turn towards the discomfort, or away from it. Most…
Six Tips For Getting Over Your BreakupJun 1, 2021
The goal isn’t to get over your ex as quickly as possible, it’s to feel the heartbreak and give it…
Are You Desperate For Love?May 25, 2021
Well, join the club! Let's normalize wanting to be in love, seeking clarity and commitment in our relationships, and…
No Failed RelationshipsMay 18, 2021
I don't believe in failed relationships and I don't think any relationship that ends is a waste of time. They're…
Adam Smiley Poswolsky is a millennial workplace expert, motivational speaker, and author of The Quarter-Life Breakthrough, The Breakthrough Speaker, and…
Are You Emotionally Available?Apr 21, 2021
Finding emotionally available, secure, and loving people to date is the holy grail of the dating world. Find one of…
A Big Life Update from ShaunApr 7, 2021
Hey there. Here's what's been going on for me these last few months, and what the following months will bring…
Conflict Resolution with Shirley JohnsonMar 9, 2021
Shirley Johnson - a marriage and family therapist - shares how to deal with conflicts and how to stay connected…
Why You’re Still Single with Kat HarrisFeb 2, 2021
Kat Harris, relationship coach and author of Sexless in the City, discusses how to deal with living a life that…
Jessica Graham, a meditation teacher and author of Good Sex: Getting Off Without Checking Out, discusses how to bring mindfulness…
2020
The Wisdom of Your Body with Tara GaleanoDec 8, 2020
Tara Galeano - sex therapist, author and coach - discusses the wisdom of our body and using it as a…
A Gay Man’s Guide to Life with Britt EastOct 20, 2020
Britt East - an inspirational speaker and author - talks about the challenges of finding love as a gay man,…
Exploring Sexual Intimacy with Sade FerrierOct 13, 2020
Sade Ferrier, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and Intimacy Coach, discusses sexual intimacy and how to feel safe in…
Love educator Kelsey Grant discusses how to set consequences to boundaries from a place of self-respect and love for the…
Madelanne Rust-d’Eye is a somatic psychotherapist. Today she talks about somatic practices that allow for connection.
Kai Werder is a sex educator and wellness practitioner. Today, we talk about mismatched libidos in relationships and what to…
You’re Worthy Of Love with Bryan ReevesJul 28, 2020
Bryan is a former US Air Force Captain turned relationship coach. Today we're talking about men being worthy of love…
Ken Page is a psychotherapist and author of Deeper Dating. We discuss how to date more authentically and how to…
Sharing your sexual fantasies, building intimacy in your relationships, and how to get more of what you want in your…
Nate Postlethwait is a certified life coach. Today we're talking about sharing your trauma, validating pain, and undoing the shame…
Uncovering Sexual Myths with Todd BaratzJun 30, 2020
Todd Baratz is a licensed psychotherapist who specializes in sex and relationships. Today, we’re talking about sexual myths, social media…
Sexual Chemistry Defined with Zoe KorsJun 23, 2020
Zoe Kors is a sex & intimacy expert. Today, we’re talking about improving your sex life and how to ask for…
Camille Barton is an artist, writer, and somatic educator and we're exploring the effects of racial trauma on Black, Indigenous,…
Anti-Racism and Allyship with Zoe BenderJun 9, 2020
Zoe Bender is an American History high-school teacher and social activist and we're exploring anti-racism and allyship to the Black…
Elena Rossi is a pleasure and slow sex educator and we unpack what it means to be authentically you in…
Julia Feldman is a sex educator and creator behind the popular Instagram account Giving The Talk and we're discussing the…
Learning Sex from Porn with Fie SommerMay 12, 2020
Fie Sommer is a taboo-breaking Danish disruptor and today we're talking about pornography and it's effects on her sex life.
The Myths of Male Sexuality with Cam FraserMay 5, 2020
Cam Fraser is a sex coach and together we dispel the myths of male sexuality. Let's go deep on men,…
Setting Loving Boundaries with Kelsey GrantApr 21, 2020
Kelsey Grant is a love educator and relationship coach, and we demonstrate many examples of exactly how to set boundaries…
Healing Your Inner Child with Chloé HuthApr 14, 2020
Chloé Huth is a child psychologist and we explore how to heal our inner child wounds and how to begin…
Talking About Your Needs with Liz EarnshawApr 7, 2020
Liz Earnshaw is a marriage and family therapist and we go deep about how to make your needs easy to…
How to be alone (and happy) with Heather PennellMar 31, 2020
Heather Pennell is a guide, facilitator, and healer. We go deep on how to lean into love and how to…
Sophie Josephina is a conscious sex and intimacy coach and we discuss the paradox of masculine and feminine energies in…
How To Talk About Sexual HealthFeb 5, 2020
You are 100% responsible for your sexual health. And when you care for your own, you care for your partner's…
Dr. Alexandra Solomon and I discuss her new book, Taking Sexy Back, and dive into what it means to have…
How To Get Your Needs MetJan 22, 2020
You must learn to advocate for your needs. Because if you don't, who will? This is your work and no…
You Did The Work in 2019Jan 4, 2020
The work of cultivating love and building a love life you can be proud of does not happen overnight. It…
2019
Free Love Advice: Get Your Needs MetDec 24, 2019
Can you get clear on what your needs are, and then find language to communicate those needs in a way…
Non-Monogamy 101 with Janel Marie VitaleDec 17, 2019
Janel Marie Vitale and I guide you through an introduction to non-monogamy. Learn the different kinds, how to talk about…
Brandon G. Alexander and I explore the notion that relationships take work and that we're all better off for having…
Free Love Advice: I Outgrew My PartnerDec 3, 2019
How do you leave a loving relationship knowing that you deserve more? How do you honor your relationship while honoring…
Free Love Advice: Dating After My ExNov 25, 2019
How can you trust that the next relationship will be as good or better than the last? How do you…
Welcoming Male Vulnerability with Shana JamesNov 19, 2019
Opening up as a man can be as scary as welcoming that male vulnerability. Shana James and I explore how…
Making Love Last with Dr. Robert SternbergNov 12, 2019
Your relationship needs intimacy, passion and commitment if you want it to stand the test of time. Dr. Robert Sternberg…
Kindness Matters with Roxan McDonaldNov 4, 2019
Kindness matters when it comes to life, relationships, and how we speak to ourselves. Like Roxan says, "anything else ain't…
How to Change Your Life with Dr. Jeremy GoldbergOct 29, 2019
Learn how to change your life with Dr. Jeremy Goldberg. Explore the key to changing your life, and the secret…
My former client shares her experience receiving an erotic massage from me, from start to finish. Everything you wanted to…
I Gave Erotic Massages with Shaun GalanosOct 15, 2019
Shaun Galanos used to give erotic massages to women in San Francisco. He's also a certified love coach of the…
Storytime: A Heart to Heart with ShaunOct 8, 2019
There's been a lot of growth for me in the last two years and wanted to take this opportunity to…
How can we stay present when we're waiting for the other shoe to drop? Or when we're terrified of losing…
Real Love Stories: Dating with Terminal CancerAug 27, 2019
A woman talks about what it's like dating with a terminal illness, and how it doesn't stop her from creating…
How to Receive Love with Janne RobinsonAug 20, 2019
Janne Robinson is a poet, author, friend, and woman of distinction and we discuss the power and importance of receiving…
Cultivating Your Pleasure with Euphemia RussellAug 12, 2019
Euphemia Russell is a pleasure educator and we discuss the power fo slow sex, the importance of cultivating your pleasure,…
Jayson Gaddis and I talks about the power of male vulnerability when it comes to having deeply intimate and connected…
Loneliness is a systemic issue and it's bad for your health. Author of Unlonely Planet Jillian Richardson is making the…
We Never Learned to Love with Shaun GalanosJul 23, 2019
Sam Lamott of the How To Human podcast interviews me about my creative process, the origin story of The Love…
Love and Depression with Joëlle PouliotJul 16, 2019
It can be hard to love someone with depression or to love someone when you're struggling with depression. Joëlle Pouliot…
Free Love Advice: You Can’t Meet My NeedsJul 10, 2019
Asking for your needs to be met can be scary because the risk is that your partner will say no.…
Free Love Advice: Dating is HardJul 10, 2019
Early-stage dating can be downright awkward. It can also be exciting, sweet, and fun. Knowing how to navigate the landscape…
Raising Boys to be Better Men with Rachel GieseJun 25, 2019
Toxic masculinity is detrimental to healthy boyhood development. Author Rachel Giese discusses her new book, Boys: What it Means to…
We're told that men are more sexually motivated than women, yet the data doesn't support this. Dr. Wednesday Martin digs…
By over-sexualizing women, we set them up to fail at sex (and life). Lili Boisvert wrote the book on why…
Compersion can be desribed as the opposite of jealousy and it's a popular concept in polyamorous relationships,Marie-Claude L'Archer wrote the…
Susan Piver is a meditation instructor and the best-selling author of The Four Noble Truths of Love; Buddhist Wisdom for…
Storytime: My First Sex PartyMay 14, 2019
Ever wonder what happens at sex parties, aside from the sex? How do people choose who to have sex with,…
Erica and her husband wrote erotica to each other to stay connected during their time apart. After a while, those…
Authentic Seduction Skills with Dr. Alison AshApr 16, 2019
Dr Alison Ash is a sex and intimacy coach, educator, and founder of TurnON.love and she shows us what it…
Jenna Hollenstein is a non-diet dietician who shows us that compassion, love, and mindfulness can change our relationship to food…
Emilie Guimond Bélanger is a sex coach who specializes in helping women connect to their pleasure through the practice of…
Healing from Sexual Assault with Coco McKenziMar 26, 2019
Coco McKenzi is a speaker, sexual assault survivor, and coach who helps women live their most radiant lives after sexual…
It can be hard to communicate your needs in bed with your partner. Learn caring and compassionate language to help…
Setting Healthy Boundaries with Silvy KhoucasianMar 12, 2019
Silvy Khoucasian is a couples therapist and relationship coach specializing in helping folks set healthy boundaries in relationships.
Galen Erickson and I discuss how traditional masculinity and a more sensitive, heart-centric version of masculinity are at odds with…
Loving Bravely with Dr. Alexandra SolomonFeb 26, 2019
Dr. Alexandra Solomon discusses the importance of relational self awareness in building a lasting intimate relationship with your loved one.
Free Love Advice: Ending a Toxic RelationshipFeb 25, 2019
Is the juice worth the squeeze? Are you putting work into a relationship that is no longer serving you? Do…
Love Letters, Read AloudFeb 19, 2019
Listen to real love letters submitted by listeners of The Love Drive podcast. This episode is for all the lovebirds…
Love Letters, Read AloudFeb 12, 2019
This episode is for all the lovebirds who rebel against Valentine's Day. The single ones, the ones in relationships, the…
Learn how to overcome beliefs and behaviors that have been holding you back from living your true purpose with Sacred…
Learn loving conflict resolution strategies to bring more intimacy and vulnerability to all your relationships with psychotherapist Ashley Miller, MFT
Learn the signs of Codependency in a Relationship and how to begin recovering from it with Therapist and Relationship Coach…
The Joy of Giving Massage with Shai PlonskiJan 15, 2019
Learn the four essential steps to giving a great thai yoga massage. Giving massage can feel as great as receiving…
Listen to my favorite snippets of the top three most downloaded episodes of 2018. Solomon Krueger discusses the power of…
2018
Meet your cuddle buddy at Cozy, a party for people to practice asking for, receiving, and experiencing platonic touch in…
Free Love Advice: Should I Leave My Husband?Oct 30, 2018
This woman wants to know if she should leave her husband of 10 years, and gets very vulnerable about not…
Free Love Advice: How do I Find Love?Oct 23, 2018
This angry working man has had a rough life. Failed hockey career, walked in on his wife cheating, recovering drug…
Loving More Fully with Dr. Jordana JacobsOct 16, 2018
Do you suffer from death anxiety? Join the club. Jordana Jacobs, Ph.D. shares with us how our death awareness can…
How to Love Your Body With Meghan TonjesOct 9, 2018
Do you love your body? Meghan Tonjes has done a lot of work around self-love and can help when it…
Free Love Advice: Should I Stop Cheating?Oct 2, 2018
So, you're having a love affair? You're probably not the only one and you probably feel pretty bad about it.…
You need an invite to a play party. Lila Donnolo is the host of a podcast on sexuality and lives…
Ethical Hookup Guidelines with Yana Tallon-HicksSep 11, 2018
Are you an ethical hookup? Want to learn what it means to be an ethical hookup? Yana Tallon-Hicks gives you…
Free Love Advice: Single For 15 YearsSep 4, 2018
A gay Texan man has been single for nearly 20 years and he's not sure what to do anymore. Plus…
Make Love Not Porn is a curated, real-world sex video sharing site where people share the sex they have in…
Want to be great at eating pussy? April and Amy from The Shameless Sex Podcast interview me about my five…
Asking People Out Safely with Charlie GlickmanJul 31, 2018
Charlie Glickman shares how to use consent and playfulness when inviting people to get freaky. Use this 'invitation template' to…
Free Love Advice: Getting Over Your ExJul 10, 2018
On today's segment of Free Love Advice, two conversations with men who either need to get over their ex-girfriend or…
The Heartbreak Survival Guide with Sam LamottJun 12, 2018
What do you do when the love of your life walks out the door? You get to work. Sam Lamott…
Free Love Advice: Believe Actions, Not WordsJun 5, 2018
Women who want more out of their partners, their sex life, and the men they’d like to get to know…
Sex Addiction with Ashley Miller, MFTMay 28, 2018
Would you recognize sex addiction if you saw it? Are you looking at more porn than usual? Therapist Ashley Miller…
Gender and Technology with Julia DyckMay 21, 2018
How does the gender of those developing technologies affect the way we use them?
Erectile dysfunction will affect nearly all men at one point in their life. Dr Scott Jacobson discusses treatments for sexual…
Women’s Pelvic Health with Laura SchaeferApr 23, 2018
What is the pelvic floor and why do we need to release it?
Frank Mondeose is The Spiritual Playboy and we'll show you how to cultivate sex magic, have more powerful orgasms, and…