Ep. 01
Somebody Lied When They Said Strong Women Don't Need Help
The idea that strength means not needing anyone is one of the most isolating beliefs in relationships. We talk about what it actually costs.
September 22, 2026
The Premise
Every episode starts with a lie. We take it apart.
Popular relationship advice sounds good. Gets repeated for years. And may not actually be true. We're two licensed marriage and family therapists who decided to say that out loud.
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Somebody Lied When They Said Happy Wife, Happy Life
This one sounds like a compliment. It's actually a way of avoiding accountability. We talk about what it really means.
September 29, 2026
Ep. 03
Somebody Lied When They Said Love Is Enough
Love is real. It's also not a plan. We break down what love actually requires — and why it's never been enough on its own.
October 6, 2026
Meet the Hosts
We're not here to lecture you. We're here to have the conversation.
Dr. Kipenzi Herron ↗
PhD, LMFT
A licensed marriage and family therapist and researcher who brings clinical depth, cultural context, and zero tolerance for oversimplified answers.
Shanelle D. Johnson ↗
LMFT
A licensed marriage and family therapist whose direct, grounded approach makes complex relationship dynamics feel immediately recognizable.
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