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The Love CupboardSlut-shaming and how to fight it, with author Beth AshleyWhat are the origins of the word "slut", why do we say it and how can we tackle slut-shaming? In this episode, Matt and Dan are joined by the author Beth Ashley, who has recently published a book called "Sluts", which investigates the history of slut-shaming, and provides us with the tools to fight it so we can have better conversations about sex.
Follow Beth on Instagram @bethashleywriter
You can order Beth's book "Sluts" here: https://www.penguin.co.uk/authors/301813/beth-ashley
And keep up with our podcast on Twitter and Instagram - @the...2024-06-111h 24The Love CupboardAre dating apps really that bad?In a short amount of time, dating apps have quickly become one of, if not the, most common way to meet new people. But are dating apps really working? Might they be causing more harm than good? Or are we overthinking it?
In this episode Matt & Dan discuss their experiences with dating apps, as well as the economics of the dating app model.
You can keep up with our podcast on Twitter and Instagram - @thelovecupboard
2024-04-0238 minThe Love CupboardInterview with Remy Meraz, Co-founder and CEO of Zellalife CoachingIn what ways might our emotional triggers surface not only in relationships, but also in our professional life? How might we respond to those triggers in different settings? And how might work to self-reflect on our past and reckon with its impact help us to become better at navigating relationships - romantic or otherwise?
In this special episode recorded in Los Angeles, Matt talks to Remy Meraz, co-founder and CEO of Zellalife, an AI-powered coaching platform that strengthens soft skills and emotional intelligence in the workplace. Along the way, we discuss how these core psychosocial skills help u...2024-03-0546 minThe Love CupboardIntimacy and sexual pleasure - Part 2Is foreplay important? How do we keep long-term relationships sexually fulfilling?
In this episode, Matt and Dan continue their conversation with sexologist Madalaine Munro, and award-winning educator and writer Topher Taylor, to build a better understanding of a positive, progressive sex life for men.
Listen in as we talk kinks, connections and the simplicity of human touch.
The explicit chat continues with a few saucy jokes along the way!
You can keep up with our podcast on Twitter and Instagram - @thelovecupboard
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Madalaine Munro is a Som...2023-10-0941 minThe Love CupboardIntimacy and sexual pleasure - Part 1It's time to get under the bedsheets as the Love Cupboard looks deeper into men's experience of sex.
In this episode, Matt and Dan are joined by lauded sexologist Madalaine Munro, and award-winning educator and writer Topher Taylor, to talk all about our bedroom habits.
Join us as we discuss the meaning of intimacy, whether men are obsessed with sex, and what is needed to improve our sex lives.
Explicit topics discussed from the outset - including a big load of innuendo!
Make sure to keep up with our podcast on...2023-09-251h 00The Love CupboardMental health, men and relationshipsMental health affects everyone differently, but often men don't like to talk about it.
In this episode, Matt and Dan are joined by acclaimed journalist and mental health expert Sarah Fielding to take a deeper look at how men cope with mental health problems in relationships.
Join us as we discuss everything from therapy, boundaries and celebrities, to the difficulties of breakups, oversharing, and how patriarchy affects our mental health.
You can keep up with our podcast on Twitter and Instagram - @thelovecupboard
If you are struggling with mental healt...2023-07-311h 11The Love CupboardWhy are men bad at dating? - Part 2Is chivalry dead? Are we too picky?
In this episode, Matt and Dan continue their discussion with guest contributors Justin Myers and Emilie Lavinia to further delve into men's dating and relationships experience.
We look into the functional problems of finding a date and more cultural barriers in making dating more enjoyable for everyone.
Join us as we explore what comes next for the world of dating - are we sticking with apps? Or are we missing something more intimate and worthwhile?
You can keep up with our podcast on Twitter...2023-07-1053 minThe Love CupboardWhy are men bad at dating? - Part 1It's more than just swiping left and right, surely?
In this episode, Matt and Dan are joined by guest contributors Justin Myers and Emilie Lavinia to discuss the perils, joys and future of dating as a man.
We look deeper into the root causes of those tricky dating experiences and why they might be struggling past that first drink - or indeed, not happening at all.
Join us for Part 1 where we kick off the discussion with some hard truths and sympathetic solutions.
Part 2 coming soon!
You can keep...2023-06-2655 minThe Love CupboardPrologue: Why don’t men talk about relationships, sex and dating?Welcome to The Love Cupboard!
A podcast exploring the world of sex, relationships and dating from a man's perspective.
In this first episode, Matt and Dan talk about why men don't talk about the world of relationships, discuss their personal histories with love and relationships, and set the stage for the series.
Please get in touch! Ask any questions, share your experiences or let us know if you wish to take part - email us on thelovecupboard@gmail.com
Catch us wherever you get your podcasts and on Twitter and Instagram @t...2023-06-2127 minThe Love CupboardThe Love Cupboard: Coming Soon!Welcome to The Love Cupboard!
A new podcast exploring the world of sex, relationships and dating from a man's perspective.
Hosted by Matt Kendall and Daniel Reast, they'll be looking in depth at how men talk about their love lives and tackle the biggest challenges in relationships.
Each episode will feature a major topic of love such as commitment, attachment, and communication.
Matt and Dan will be joined by a panel of experts including writers, therapists, activists and more.
Please get in touch! Ask any questions, share your experiences...2023-04-2701 min