The Great Love Debate With Brian Howie

Is it healthy to have regular contact with your ex? Brian breaks down the pros and cons, where to draw the line, the rights in a new relationship, the puzzle of pet names, bringing forth the positivity, how to handle the discussion, and much,much more. Plus, Brian previews his brand new estrangement podcast "Dead To Me"!

Think you have what it takes to be the next Bachelor or Bachelorette? Legenday reality tv casting director (and longtime GLD producer!) the "Two-Time Emmy Award Winning Keiko" returns to talk about what helps you get noticed by a network, why Dancing with the Stars is a surprising incubator for romance, what not to do if you want to get on television, which dating shows were doomed from the start, the key question that needs to be answered, why Brian was perfect to host the Great Love Debate, and much, much more! Plus, is there an upside to being Catfished?!

Do all good things must come to an end? Brian breaks down what we've learned so far, a big announcement for the GLD, the importance of being curious, the pride that can be found in time of pain, and much, much more!

What are we all afraid of when it comes to our relationships? "Bravo Unscripted" host Suzette Bravo stops by to break down the barriers to lasting love, why we have trouble being authentic, what holds us back from getting too close, the importance of self-love, the value of vulnerability, how the healing can begin, and much much more!

Looking for a better way to make your biggest day the best day? Host of "The Wedding Buzz" Sydney Whidden stops by to dish about how not to get overwhelmed, how to fully involve the groom, the keys to working within a budget, how to avoid wedding day disasters, why you shouldn't overthink it, and the surest way to insure a happily ever after! Plus...is Bass Pro Shops really an underrated wedding venue?

Is clear (and timely) communication the key to everything? What happens when you combine that with confidence? Brian breaks down why we need to speak up, how body language can let you down, learning how to read a room, why silence isn't always golden, and much, much more!

Are we all just chasing a chemical high? Does love really affect our physiology? "Sugar Crush" author Dr. Rick Jacoby stops by to talk about how to increase attraction, the science behind desire, how men and women react differently, why what we eat can alter emotions, what puts the sweet in sweetheart, the curious case of the American state of the date, and much, much more!

Do women really get better with age? "Spoiled Milk" host Brooke Rash pops in to reveal her midlife survival guide, how to navigate the forks in the road, tricks to age beautifully, finding your confidence, tuning out the naysayers, becoming an influencer, and much, much more! Plus, is there a hidden message in Leo DiCaprio's dating methods?

Did we find the answers at a young age and just not heed them? Brian invites some special guests to The Debate Team to get to the root of the disconnect, what men and women need to do better, why it's so scary to ask someone on a date, how Taylor Swift taps into the love dynamic, and much, much more!

Are you sure you want to have just one more word with your ex? Be careful what you wish for! Comedian Jill Kimmel returns as we fire up a fresh batch of "Exes & Uh-oh's" - letters from our listeners directed at the one that got away. Boyfriends who saw the light too late, girlfriends who repeated mistakes, lovers looking for one last shot, hidden secrets, pet passion, astrological discrimination, family affairs, and much, much more!

Is everyone taking love - and life - way too seriously? Brian breaks down what we need to focus on, what to look for in a city, how to get the girl if you aren't naturally funny, why rom-coms tend to resonate, the gateway to vulnerability, and much much more!

Is there a reason that some reject the idea of marriage altogether? Brian breaks down the many "excuses" used to avoid matrimony, how to identify red flags, why people wed for the wrong reasons, the celebrities who stayed single, why the passion means more paperwork, and much, much more!

What relationship challenges lie ahead when it comes to the summer? "Manthropology" host Kelli Brink drops by to crack open our annual Summer Lovin' Mailbag! Battles over temperature, too many trips, old flames, long-distance relationships, the right amount of misbevior, and much, much more!

Do we have to be perfectly aligned with our partners? Brian breaks down the problem with politics in dating, how we can open our minds, the ways to widen our pool, what's changed the most in the last decade, where you should be seeking opportunities, and much, much more! Plus, should Republicans and Democrats cross the aisle to find love?

Is it possible to get a second chance at love? Rekindled lovebirds Caroln & Dean drop by to reveal their winding tale towards romantic reconciliation, what we can learn from being alone, why age brings wisdom and clarity, what we really need from a partner, how to give a relationship your best chance of succeeding, and much, much more!

Now that we have your attention, what is the best episode of the GLD in the 10 years of this show? We're glad you asked! Think you don't have a sure-fire path to find love? Now you do! The Debate Team lays out the 23 Questions That Matter - everything you need to ask, learn, and share to find the spark, click, chemistry, and connection you are looking for. Whether it's your first date or your longtime partner, you will learn, laugh, and love!

Are we our own worst-enemies? Marketing maven (and self-defense specialist!) Kelly Reeves joins The Debate Team to talk about how to protect without shutting out, being vigilant in advance, not letting the past affect the present, putting forward your best self, and much, much more. Plus, can a non-negotiable actually be...negotiable?

Why have our dates turned so deadly boring? Brian breaks down our inability to connect, why restaurants sound differently, the worst questions to ask, the best way to react, how society needs to change, and why Applebee's may have all the answers!

Are things on TV not always what they appear? "Charisma Quotient" host (and GLD Lead Love Guru!) Kimmy Seltzer returns to break down why The Bachelor doesn't work, why the love landscape has changed, breaking down barriers, the differences in dating as we age, what's next on the relationship horizon, and much, much more!

Are you more in control of your dating fate than you believe? "Monarch For Love" host Michelle Hays stops by to reveal how to recognize love, ways to be strong in your choices, learning to love yourself, the path to releasing the past, why the third time can be the charm, the key to communication, and much, much more!