Lyz Lenz

Lyz Lenz discusses redefining success in marriage and prioritizing personal happiness, navigating intersectionality of marriage, overcoming loneliness post-divorce, and unexpected positives of divorce like a cleaner home. She also shares sources of joy and entertainment in a fun chat with the host.

Author Lyz Lenz discusses escaping a joyless marriage and embracing her independence. Topics include finding a selfish lover, oral sex boundaries, and defining sex in national parks. The episode also debunks anti-sex bed rumors at the Olympics and explores emotional domination in relationships.

Lyz Lenz, author of the thought-provoking newsletter Men Yell at Me, dives into her inspiring journey post-marriage in her new book, This American Ex-Wife. She critiques societal norms around marriage, emphasizing personal happiness over duration. The conversation touches on the systemic challenges single parents face and the historical context of marriage's patriarchal roots. Lenz also shares her personal triumphs in embracing solitude and empowerment, illustrating how finding joy in independence reshapes life after divorce.