The Great Love Debate With Brian Howie

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!

What the heck is going on out there? "Hashtag No Filter" host Julie Lauren and "The Sebas Perspective" host Sebastian Penaranda join The Debate Team to break down what's missing from modern dating, the importance of optimism, first date behaviors, what's changed in the last few years, how to get out of your comfort zone, the best way to end a night out, and much, much more!

Is there one ingredient to love that matters more than all the others? Brian breaks it all down - figuring out what you want, how to read the other person, the importance of consistency, asking the right questions, recognizing your relationship reality, and discovering the single thing that makes a relationship last!

Is there any reward without a bit of risk? "Switching Teams" host Sarah Held returns to discuss what it means to take a chance, exploring the unfamiliar, letting go of the past, learning from the present, and much, much more!

Should there be a separation of church and...love? Brian breaks down why faith-based dating is a recipe for disappointment, why we overrate certain comforts, the path to acceptance, finding your own spirituality, breaking from family bonds, and why religion has little relevance when it comes to romance.

The GLD listeners strike back with their list of the worst cities in America to find love for 2023! Some repeat offenders, shocking submissions, overrated social scenes, places to run from, hidden horror spots, dead-end disasters, and much, much more!

Is there a better approach to love and life? "Fit Mom Living" host Shannon Jay Dougherty stops by to deliver the goods on discovering your best self, changes you can make right now, healthy habits that lead to happiness, how to have everything (and not just in moderation!), the way to learn from your past, and much, much more! We feel better already!

How big a part do finances play in your dates - and relationships? Personal Finance Coach and "Where's My Money" host Jason Rash stops by to break down how to have awkward conversations, the mistakes people make with their money, how to balance the responsibility, navigating being poor in the dating world, avoiding landmines if you're rich, increasing the scope of your dreams, and much, much more!

Is it once again safe to pursue romance at the office? "Worked Up" host and business strategist Jaclyn Beck stops by to give the lay of the land when it comes to what's ok, what's frowned upon, how to communicate, creating a professional environment, understanding the rules, presenting your best self, recognizing a hierarchy, what to do when it doesn't work out, and much, much more. Plus, are compliments completely dead?

Did Prince Harry and Megan Markle make a royal mistake? Mia and Tiffany from "Crazy, Rich Neighbors" drop by to take a deep dive into what went wrong, what the future holds, how a relationship can fall off track, the importance of family, the price of fame, and much, much more. Plus, predictions, advice, and inside scoop!

What is important about simply...knowing? Brian breaks down why it matters, how you know what you know, the information you need to be chasing, how to turn on the lightbulbs, and much, much more. Plus, why Valentine's Day is less significant this year!

Is this the year everything comes together? Brian breaks down the importance of normalcy, overcoming roadblocks, how to find excitement, where things have broken down, and why less is sometimes more! Plus, the GLD kicks off the 10th season of its world tour!

Are masculine men making a comeback? "Skulls & Stillettos" host Janine Stella stops by to break down the need for ballsiness, where society has gotten it wrong, why Alpha men have a bigger advantage than ever, the meaning of dominance, what women need to do differently, what it means to feel safe, and much, much more!

Do certain comments mean...just a little bit more? Brian breaks down the 5 Things We Need To Hear, why they matter, what they symbolize, the importance of therapy, how to communicate better, the value of receiving gratitude, the significance of love, and much, much more!

Are there moments - and challenges - that bring a partnership together...or pull it apart? "To Be Continued" host Romy Wightman joins The Debate Team to reveal how to handle a relationship crisis, what you really need from a spouse, finding love in survival mode, why high pressure systems create clarity, how to handle bad news, the best way to communicate, and much, much more!

Our annual tradition returns! The Debate Team gathers to raise some cheer and crack open our year-end Holiday Mailbag. Nervous new daters, awkward gift-givers, grumpy grinches, mistletoe madness, new hope for the New Year, and much much more. Plus, why this is the worst time of year to get engaged!

Is there one thing men can do to change everything about how she feels...and feels about him? Brian breaks down the most important thing he's learned, why it matters, how to handle difficult conversations, the meaning of words, the value of listening, and what she really wants from him!

Have men lost their mojo when it comes to going after what they want? Brian brings in the boys to talk about bouncing back from a breakup, making the first move, the art of approaching a woman, what to say and when to say it, great opening lines, getting comfortable in a new relationship, the keys to improving your profile, how to make a relationship last, and much, much more!

Are the young daters of America wandering aimlessly through the dating wilderness? Brian is joined by 3 members of Generation Z to talk about their unique relationship challenges, lessons they learned from their parents, the lack of urgency in commitment, why they are hesitant to engage, and what we all need to do better!

Do you want to control your dating fate? Brian breaks down how luck plays into it, what it really means, how to change it, where to discover it, what it adds up to, why the desired outcome is always within reach, and how to hit the relationship jackpot!