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Love, Laughs, and Lessons

Loves, Laughs, and Lessons

Dive deep into the heart of human connections with the Love, Laughs, and Lessons Podcast. Dr. Frankie and Denise Rai lead an extraordinary journey, unraveling the mysteries of intimacy, relationships, and self-discovery. With empathy, humor, and vulnerability, this podcast explores the joys, challenges, and the "vanilla" moments in romantic relationships, family bonds, friendships, and our vital relationship with ourselves.

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00:45:43

If You Can’t Fix It, Forgive It: Give 3 F’s

Love, Laughs, and Lessons ·

2025/09/25

In this episode, we sit down with Delia Joseph, Certified Professional Coach, trained mediator, microaggression facilitator, and founder of Improveology Lifestyle Coaching. Known as a “quiet storm,” Delia brings a powerful blend of compassion, clarity, and experience to the often-overlooked conversation about forgiveness.We talk about the kind of forgiveness that isn’t performative. The kind you do alone, when you’re still angry, still tired, and still deeply hurt. Delia shares how resentment can

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00:52:48

Reclaiming Worth, Refusing to Shrink: A Love Letter...

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2025/09/23

In this episode of Love, Laughs & Lessons, we sit down with trauma therapist and coach Fanny Tristan for a powerful conversation about what it really costs to be "the strong one."Fanny shares her story as a firstborn daughter, the child of Afro-Peruvian immigrants, and someone who grew up navigating mental illness, code-switching, and high expectations. We talk about how perfectionism and over-functioning get baked in early, how race and gender shape our roles in family systems, and

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00:52:48

Reclaiming Worth, Refusing to Shrink: A Love Letter...

Love, Laughs, and Lessons ·

2025/09/11

In this episode of Love, Laughs & Lessons, we sit down with trauma therapist and coach Fanny Tristan for a powerful conversation about what it really costs to be "the strong one."Fanny shares her story as a firstborn daughter, the child of Afro-Peruvian immigrants, and someone who grew up navigating mental illness, code-switching, and high expectations. We talk about how perfectionism and over-functioning get baked in early, how race and gender shape our roles in family systems, and

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00:51:07

The Libido Doc on Desire, Dopamine and Lasting Intimacy

Love, Laughs, and Lessons ·

2025/08/28

What keeps passion alive after the honeymoon phase? In this episode of Love, Laughs & Lessons, Dr. Frankie and Denise sit down with Dr. Diane Mueller, known as The Libido Doc, to talk about the science and soul of lasting desire.Dr. Diane explains how dopamine drives attraction, why novelty fuels intimacy, and how flirting can rekindle connection. She clears up misconceptions about vibrators, shares her Yes/No/Maybe checklist, and highlights why open communication is the most powerful tool for

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00:41:11

Say What You Mean or Prepare to Be Misunderstood

Love, Laughs, and Lessons ·

2025/08/14

If you think love should feel natural, intuitive, or just “click,” you might be setting yourself up for confusion, resentment, and unmet needs.In this episode, licensed therapist and confidence coach Talia Bombola gets real about how communication—or the lack of it—is sabotaging modern relationships. She breaks down why so many ambitious women end up carrying the emotional weight in partnerships, what anxious and avoidant attachment really look like in practice, and why clarity is a love language.We

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00:50:36

How to Get Laid on Tinder (for People Who Care)

Love, Laughs, and Lessons ·

2025/08/07

This isn’t just another dating episode. It’s a straight-talking, hilarious deep dive into sex, dating apps, rejection, and doing it all without losing your dignity.Our guest, Maureen Pound, is a solo parent by choice, self-made millionaire, and author of How to Get Laid on Tinder (for Men Who Care). She joins us to break down the emotional mess and magic of modern dating—offering real advice for anyone who wants to connect with confidence, kindness, and just enough cheek.We cover everything from

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00:42:00

Hooked on the Highs, Drained by the Drama

Love, Laughs, and Lessons ·

2025/07/25

How the Moving On Formula helps you stop chasing the chaos and start choosing yourself What if the real breakup you need isn’t with your ex, but with the story that’s been keeping you stuck?In this honest and empowering episode, breakup and relationship coach Lucy Price joins Dr. Frankie and Denise to unpack what really keeps people locked in toxic relationship cycles. Lucy opens up about her own on-again, off-again relationship filled with emotional confusion, stonewalling, and self-abandonment

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00:49:26

Sacred Rage, Real Talk, and Radical Joy

Love, Laughs, and Lessons ·

2025/07/17

What happens when laughter meets the complexity of mental wellness, and you stop pretending everything is fine?Anastasia Lindsey, an expert in mental health and holistic wellness, joins Dr. Frankie and Denise Rai in an eye-opening discussion about the power of humor, emotional resilience, and embracing the messy, beautiful aspects of life. Anastasia candidly shares her journey through personal challenges and professional breakthroughs, highlighting why authenticity, humor, and emotional intelligence

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00:51:45

Stop Coping, Start Healing: Nat² on the Truth About...

Love, Laughs, and Lessons ·

2025/07/04

What happens when your body stops feeling like a safe place to be?Natalie Bedard, also known as Nat² (“Nat to the Second Power”), is a trauma-informed emotional healing expert who teaches folks how to reconnect with their nervous systems, regulate emotions, and reclaim a sense of inner safety. In this episode, Dr. Frankie and Denise Rai explore the power of emotional sobriety, what it really means to get honest with yourself, feel your feelings without numbing out, and move from coping to

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00:43:29

Love Is: Redefining Love After Grief, Cancer, and...

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2025/06/13

What do you do when life falls apart twice in one year?Kim Sorrell was diagnosed with breast cancer. Four months later, her husband was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and died just six weeks after his diagnosis. In the aftermath, Kim didn’t retreat. She launched a one-year journey to understand what love really means, and what she discovered will stay with you long after the episode ends.This conversation is about radical love, the kind that begins with self-compassion, survives unimaginable loss,

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00:49:57

You Were Targeted Because You’re Amazing: Been There...

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2025/05/29

This isn’t your typical divorce story.In this eye-opening conversation, high-conflict divorce strategists Lisa Johnson and Chris Barry explain what happens when divorce becomes a weapon — and the family court system becomes the battlefield.Their clients are often accomplished, emotionally intelligent, and deeply empathetic — and that’s exactly why they were targeted. Legal abuse isn’t random. It’s calculated. And it often continues long after the relationship ends, through false accusations,

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00:55:27

Resilient by Design: Lizbeth Meredith on Trauma,...

Love, Laughs, and Lessons ·

2025/05/23

What if trauma wasn’t your whole story—but the spark that helped you reclaim it?In this intimate episode, author, speaker, and justice advocate Lizbeth Meredith joins us to explore how we can find joy, connection, and purpose after devastating life events. From surviving domestic violence and parental kidnapping to solo travel across six continents, Lizbeth shares what it really takes to build a life of meaning—on your own terms.With raw honesty and deep compassion, Lizbeth reflects on the power of

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00:51:56

How to Heal After Betrayal: The 5 Stages That Will...

Love, Laughs, and Lessons ·

2025/05/16

What if betrayal isn’t the end of your story—but the beginning of your transformation?In this powerful episode, Dr. Debi Silber—founder of the PBT Institute and a pioneer in betrayal trauma recovery—joins us to unpack the deep and lasting impact of betrayal on our health, relationships, and identity. Drawing from her own personal experiences and groundbreaking PhD research, Dr. Debi reveals the five predictable stages of post-betrayal transformation and how we can move from survival mode to a new,

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00:42:04

From Success to Surrender: The Spiritual Awakening...

Love, Laughs, and Lessons ·

2025/05/01

Dr. Frankie and Denise Rai sit down with Lydia Kimmerling—a master life coach, speaker, and energy alchemist—whose story will make you rethink everything you believe about success, happiness, and the path to purpose.Lydia opens up about what it took to walk away from a “picture-perfect” life that wasn’t truly hers. Through meditation, surrender, and radical self-honesty, she found her way into a more aligned, spiritually grounded way of living. Together, they explore how fear shows up in disguise,

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00:50:07

Shy, Sexy & Misunderstood: The Truth About Quiet Men,...

Love, Laughs, and Lessons ·

2025/04/18

Dr. Frankie and Denise Rai sit down with therapist and coach Jenna Jake, whose specialty lies in guiding shy individuals—especially men—through the complexities of connection and dating. Together, they unpack the subtle yet powerful dynamics that shape relationships for the shy and neurodivergent, exploring how emotional safety, authenticity, and consent can transform the dating experience.Jenna shares insight into the internal landscape of shyness, highlighting common relationship hurdles, from

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00:51:07

Dating with Disabilities: Breaking Barriers with...

Love, Laughs, and Lessons ·

2025/04/10

In this powerful episode of Love, Laughs, and Lessons, Dr. Frankie and Denise sit down with disability advocate and upcoming author Emily Goodson for a raw, funny, and deeply honest conversation about dating, desire, and self-worth.After a childhood brain injury left her partially paralyzed, Emily spent years hiding that part of herself—until the isolation of the pandemic and a heartbreak cracked her wide open. “I realized I was waiting for someone who walks like me to be on the red carpet... and

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00:49:12

Matchmakers in the City: What Today’s Singles Get...

Love, Laughs, and Lessons ·

2025/04/04

Description:Celebrity matchmaker Alessandra Conti, co-founder of Matchmakers in the City, joins Dr. Frankie and Denise Rai for an unfiltered, heart-centered conversation on dating in the modern world.They unpack the emotional toll of dating app burnout, the rise of intentional dating, and why setting boundaries isn't just helpful—it’s essential. Alessandra shares insights from 13 years of working with high-profile clients and dives into the concept of a dating cleanse, the importance of knowing

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00:48:21

Relationship Bootcamp: How to Train for the Love You...

Love, Laughs, and Lessons ·

2025/03/27

Description: In this powerful conversation, Dr. Frankie and Denise Rai sit down with relationship coach Roy Biancalana, who shares how heartbreak led him down a path of deep introspection and transformation. Roy opens up about his own mistakes in love—and how self-awareness became the key to breaking painful patterns and attracting authentic, lasting connection.Together, they explore what it really means to “get in shape” for a relationship, how unresolved baggage creates emotional walls, and why

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00:53:45

F*ck Kissing Frogs: Psychedelics, Sex, and...

Love, Laughs, and Lessons ·

2025/03/20

Description: In this episode of Love, Laughs, and Lessons, Dr. Frankie and Denise Rai sit down with Nina Jarnum, author of Fuck Kissing Frogs, to explore the intersections of online dating, psychedelics, and sexuality. Nina shares her personal journey of self-discovery, revealing how psilocybin has transformed her sexual experiences, deepened her connections, and enhanced her ability to surrender in relationships.The conversation dives into the power of breath, energy exchange, and tantric

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00:54:32

F*ck Kissing Frogs: Psychedelics, Sex, and...

Love, Laughs, and Lessons ·

2025/03/20

Description: In this episode of Love, Laughs, and Lessons, Dr. Frankie and Denise Rai sit down with Nina Jarnum, author of Fuck Kissing Frogs, to explore the intersections of online dating, psychedelics, and sexuality. Nina shares her personal journey of self-discovery, revealing how psilocybin has transformed her sexual experiences, deepened her connections, and enhanced her ability to surrender in relationships.The conversation dives into the power of breath, energy exchange, and tantric

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