Dear Chelsea

Chelsea is joined this week by #1 NYT bestselling author of Untamed, Love Warrior, and Get Untamed: The Journal Glennon Doyle, her wife, soccer icon Abby Wambach, and co-host of the trio’s podcast We Can Do Hard Things, Amanda Doyle. They discuss what Abby thought the moment she first saw Glennon, taking a leap of faith when there’s nothing there to catch you, and Abby and Glennon’s not-so-secret move to LA.  Then: A couple negotiates whether to spend their money on home improvements or a fabulous wedding.  A 30-year-old is frustrated by a dating double-standard.  And a victim of childhood abuse weighs her options as she’s finally forced to confront her abuser.   * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaProject@gmail.com * Executive Producer Nick Stumpf Produced by Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brandon Dickert * * * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees.  This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all.  Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description: This week, Chelsea joined Glennon Doyle, Abby Wambach, and Amanda Doyle on their podcast We Can Do Hard Things to talk about breaking up and being unbreakable.  Thanks to Glennon, Abby & Amanda for encouraging us to share this powerful episode with the Dear Chelsea family.   * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaProject@gmail.com * Executive Producer Nick Stumpf Produced by Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brandon Dickert * * * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees.  This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all.  Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vaccinated and Horny tour opener Vanessa Gonzalez joins Chelsea this week to talk about nude men approaching the stage, life on the road, and why it’s vital to ensure a variety of meats are present at every performance.  Then: At 23-year-old debates whether or not to tie her tubes.  A lesbian wonders if her bestie is secretly into her.  And a new bride is devastated when her beloved cousin ghosts her on her wedding day. * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaProject@gmail.com * Executive Producer Nick Stumpf Produced by Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brandon Dickert * * * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees.  This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all.  Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Savage (Savage Love) joins Chelsea this week to talk about why straight and gay men are exactly the same, how to keep your sex life alive in a long-term relationship, and why couples should f*ck first & have dinner later. Then: A mom with an open mind finds herself getting angry at her 4-year-old’s self-exploration. A celibacy pact unexpectedly goes on way too long. And a newlywed worries that her marriage is doomed after the sex suddenly become nonexistent. * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaProject@gmail.com * Executive Producer Nick Stumpf Produced by Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brandon Dickert * * * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees.  This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all.  Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chelsea heads to the Martha Stewart Omnimedia offices to discuss losing a favorite sibling, dating in your 80s, and the very different types of advice they give to their audiences.  Then: A singleton wonders if she’ll ever find love again.  A lesbian struggles to gain the support of her parents as she comes out.  And Martha’s curious about Chelsea’s constant reinvention. * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaProject@gmail.com * Executive Producer Nick Stumpf Produced by Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brandon Dickert * * * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees.  This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all.  Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chelsea is joined by Julianna Margulies in NYC to chat about growing up with chaotic parents, learning to prioritize your own needs, and taking a left instead of a right.  Then: An Irish bartender must return to less-gratifying work after a stint helping vulnerable people.  A sister has been cut off after her baby sis moves in with yet another bad boyfriend.  And an Aussie mountaineer makes long-term plans with a boyfriend who just won’t commit. * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaProject@gmail.com * Executive Producer Nick Stumpf Produced by Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brandon Dickert * * * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees.  This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all.  Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anna Faris joins Chelsea to talk about life as a stepmom, learning to radically accept love, and the very particular smell that comes with reptile ownership.  Then: A sexist boss at a startup sends their best employee to the want-ads.  A twenty-something worries about his best friend’s gold-digging girlfriend.  And a stoner is concerned about the quality of her husband’s lil’ swimmers as they try for their first child.   * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaProject@gmail.com * Executive Producer Nick Stumpf Produced by Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brandon Dickert * * * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees.  This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all.  Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She’s done it all. TV, magazines, the web, radio, and more. But you’ve never heard Martha Stewart like this: intimate, in-depth, probing interviews with some of the most fascinating people in the world. Some you’ve heard of — some you haven’t. But they all have an important thing in common: they’re at the top of their fields. And they’ve never encountered an interviewer quite like Martha. Listen here or on the iHeartRadio App.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chelsea is joined by writer Jenny Mollen to discuss owning your story, surviving the elite world of NYC momfluencers, and how to get your kid to stop shouting about farts in a restaurant. Then: A photographer loses her passion after a change of scenery.  A wife going through IVF worries a lack of sex will alienate her husband.  And an Aussie struggles to find her voice after her mom marries her ex. * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaProject@gmail.com * Executive Producer Nick Stumpf Produced by Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brandon Dickert * * * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees.  This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all.  Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bridger Winegar, host of the podcast I Said No Gifts!, joins Chelsea this week to talk about psychosexual intrigue, using your love language, and the costs of delayed emotional intimacy.  Then: A couple of bears are frustrated by a friend’s awkward invitations.  A wife struggles with her husband’s lack of effort when it comes to gift-giving. And a Jersey girl can’t stop daydreaming about her personal trainer.   Have a question you'd like to ask Chelsea? Send us an email at DearChelseaProject@gmail.com   * Executive Producer Nick Stumpf Produced by Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brandon Dickert * * * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees.  This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all.  Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.