Best Dr Peter McGraw Podcasts (2025)

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The Male and Female Divide with Dr. Peter McGraw 1:23:31

5h ago1:23:31

1:23:31

To mark our six-month anniversary, we’re joined by Dr. Peter McGraw for a special episode! Peter is the host of Solo: A Single Person’s Guide to a Remarkable Life. He’s also a behavioural economist, a professor at the University of Colorado Boulder, and a humor researcher who dedicates his life to advocating single living. In this episode, we explo…

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Breakups 46:32

6d ago46:32

46:32

Ah, breakups. Most of us have been through at least one and they’re what we’re talking about on this week’s episode. Whether you’re more accustomed to being dumped, or more au fait with being the dump-ee, breakups are rarely pleasant. This week, we discuss our own breakup stories, and the conversation includes the grief of heartbreak, how situation…

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Meditations For (Single) Mortals 1:04:42

11d ago1:04:42

1:04:42

What if the key to a remarkable life isn’t doing more—but doing less, better? In this episode, Peter McGraw welcomes author Oliver Burkeman to explore themes from his latest book Meditations for Mortals. They dive into the beauty of limits, the folly of perfectionism, and why embracing imperfection might be the most productive thing you can do. Tun…

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We All Have Issues! 47:47

13d ago47:47

47:47

This week, we are talking about the assumption that single women are single because they have issues. SPOILER ALERT: yes, we have issues, like everyone else, but that's not why we are single! Relationships, marriage and children are seen as the ultimate goal within society and single women are unfairly seen as broken or incomplete. We share our own…

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Friendships 1:03:20

20d ago1:03:20

1:03:20

This week, we are discussing a really important topic... friendships! We discuss our own thoughts and feelings about the importance of the right types of friendships when you are single and childfree, our own personal experiences of changes and shifts within our circles, authenticity, finding your tribe and so much more! Enjoy! xxx Thank you for li…

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Did The Covid Pandemic Fuel The Solo Movement? 1:08:13

27d ago1:08:13

1:08:13

Peter McGraw is joined by Mary Dahm and Shane Mauss to reflect on how the pandemic disrupted everything—and unexpectedly liberated Solos. From lockdown revelations to pandemic breakups, we explore how COVID accelerated a shift toward independence, self-reliance, and living a life off the relationship escalator. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, revie…

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An Email From A Listener Who Tells Us We're Bitter 40:14

27d ago40:14

40:14

This week we are tackling an email we received from a listener who says that we are bitter that we are single and childfree! We discuss our thoughts on the matter and talk about how defying the mainstream narrative comes with a lot of judgement. Enjoy! xxx Thank you for listening to our show! Please subscribe to us from wherever you are listening! …

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Listener Question; How Did We Become Happily Single? 51:44

1M ago51:44

51:44

This week we are answering an email from one of our lovely listeners who asks how we got to a point within our lives where we embrace our single lives and ignore the voice of society around us. We talk about our own personal journeys and feelings surrounding our single status' and how awakening to social conditioning is the first step to owning you…

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Are You A Lone Wolf? 1:14:49

1M ago1:14:49

1:14:49

Are you a lone wolf? Live from the HiFi Homestead, Peter McGraw is joined by his good friend—comedian, science communicator, and self-professed lone wolf—Shane Mauss, for a deep dive into solitude, survival, and the myths we tell about ourselves. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.petermcgraw.org/solo…

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Solo Travel 1:00:28

1M ago1:00:28

1:00:28

This week, we are talking all about solo travel. Whether you love it, hate it, or are curious to try it, this episode is for you! We share our own experiences of solo travel - from a solo road trip in New England, to solo travels in France, to a solo week away in the UK's New Forest- as well as talking about the many wonderful things that can be ga…

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Friend Breakups 1:15:11

2M ago1:15:11

1:15:11

Everyone talks about romantic breakups—but what about breaking up with a friend? In this episode, Peter McGraw is joined in the Solo Studio by two community favorites: the perceptive and passionate Janice Formichella and the Solo OG Julie Nirvelli. Together, they dive into the often-overlooked world of friend breakups—why they happen, how to naviga…

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Are We Meant to Be with One Person Forever? 1:01:16

2M ago1:01:16

1:01:16

Are we meant to be in monogamous relationships? This week we are exploring our thoughts, opinions and experiences surrounding monogamy. We discuss the evolution of human connection and how we change and grow over time and the pressure society places on relationships to "work", often to the detriment of our happiness. From the expectation of having …

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Solitude 44:12

2M ago44:12

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This week, we’re diving into the beauty of solitude—why we love spending time alone and the surprising stigma that still surrounds it. Society often paints solitude as something to be avoided, as if being alone means there’s something wrong with you. But what if the real concern is not being able to enjoy your own company? We explore the many benef…

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Purpose 58:49

2M ago58:49

58:49

This week we are talking about purpose and what it means to find and live within your own purpose. We discuss our own individual take on purpose and how we believe it can be easily confused with the societal meaning of "success" ie materialism and social status. We talk about direction, meaning and happiness in our lives and how, ultimately, follow…

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Relationship Design (Again) 1:35:57

2M ago1:35:57

1:35:57

In this re-release of a popular episode, Peter McGraw welcomes Jessalyn Dean into the Solo Studio for a deep dive into Relationship Design—the art of co-creating intentional, customized relationships that truly work for you. Instead of following default scripts, Relationship Design encourages open communication, mutual agreements, and regular check…

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Not Having Kids, Part Two 50:10

2M ago50:10

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This week, we’re back with Part Two of our conversation on being childfree! We dive into what we got up to in our younger years and all the joys and benefits of not being a mother in today’s world. From mental health challenges to the rise of smartphones and social media, the different stages of childhood—and much more! Enjoy! xxx Thank you for lis…

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Not Having Kids, Part One 1:14:16

3M ago1:14:16

1:14:16

This week, we are talking about being childfree! We discuss our own journeys and how we feel, individually, about not having children. We go on to discuss other various issues related to this subject including pronatalism, climate change, political issues, familial pressures and how we feel there is a need for there to be more emphasis on the lesse…

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What if I die alone? 44:57

3M ago44:57

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This week we are talking about the narrative that women who are single and don't have children will face dying alone. We discuss our own thoughts on this particular topic and how having a partner and/or children is no guarantee that we will be surrounded by people at that time. Let's face it... we could be hit by a bus! We discuss taking responsibi…

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Listener Questions #2 1:22:09

3M ago1:22:09

1:22:09

In this AMA episode, Peter McGraw welcomes back familiar guest Julie Nirvelli to tackle questions from the Solo community. From Solo Salons and international moves to personality types and relationship design, they dive into thought-provoking topics about solo living, dating, and self-discovery. Plus, an update on Peter’s latest projects—including …

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Social media 49:44

3M ago49:44

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Today... we are discussing social media and the ways in which in can impact our lives. We discuss everything from "doom scrolling" and comparison to trolls and positive mental focus when using the various platforms. Enjoy! xxx Thank you for listening to our show! Please subscribe to us from wherever you are listening! You can also follow us on Inst…

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What does success mean to you? 40:52

3M ago40:52

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This week, we are talking about the meaning of success! In a society which dictates that the narrative of marriage, children, white picket fences, large bank balances and a whole host of material goods are an outward success, single women get somewhat left behind! Today, we talk about what success means to us and how NOT doing and having all those …

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Creating Your Solo Space 54:52

3M ago54:52

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Your space is more than just where you live—it’s a reflection of your independence and the life you’re building. Breakup coach and Sex and the Solo Girl host Janice Formichella joins Peter McGraw in the Solo Studio to explore how to design a solo space that supports your well-being, creativity, and personal growth. They cover everything from choosi…

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Emotional stability 47:58

4M ago47:58

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This week, we are talking about the ways in which we feel our emotional health is improved by not being part of a couple and also, in not seeking a relationship. We talk about the emotions we have faced within relationships, how we changed within them and how removing them from our lives has been a game changer! Enjoy xxx Thank you for listening to…

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Living alone 44:53

4M ago44:53

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Today, we are talking about (the joys of) living alone. We discuss our individual circumstances, how we feel about living alone, how we would find it very difficult to live with a partner and some of the minor inconveniences. Pip uses a screwdriver to get into her hallway cupboard, Rachel didn't have a door knob on her old bathroom door, Lucy avoid…

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Creative Journeys 1:15:16

4M ago1:15:16

1:15:16

How can creativity fuel a remarkable Solo life? Writer and storytelling expert Carrie Osgood joins Peter McGraw in the Solo Studio to explore using storytelling to embrace unconventional choices, alternative narrative frameworks beyond the Hero’s Journey, and how art can be a tool for personal transformation. Listen now and start rewriting your own…

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Are you REALLY happily single? 39:51

4M ago39:51

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Today, we discuss the questioning that single women receive .. are you REALLY happy? We discuss the assumptions made towards single women within society and where they come from, the "waiting room" we are assumed to be sat in, the fears surrounding women changing the narrative, pronatalism and so much more! Enjoy! xxx Thank you for listening to our…

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204: Tribunal Justice Judge Adam Levy KNOWS Right vs. Wrong, Accountability, Critical Thinking & Family Values 33:22

4M ago33:22

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Adam Levy brings over 25 years of diverse legal experience to the bench, serving as one of three judges on Prime Video's Tribunal Justice, created by Judge Judy Sheindlin. Podcast Highlights: • Levy talks about being part of a legal dynasty, including his mother, Judge Judy Sheindlin • Levy discusses how the "rule of law" applied at home • Levy sha…

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Dating apps 49:37

4M ago49:37

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Today, we are talking all things dating apps and why Pip and Rachel wont be revisiting them, whilst Lucy gives her spin on her decision to have never signed up in the first place! We discuss how the apps have moved from a stigmatised way of meeting a potential partner, to the new norm and our own experiences with them, including why we were on them…

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Celibacy 40:10

4M ago40:10

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This week, we are talking all things celibacy! We give our own individual takes on how we feel about NOT having sex in our lives. Is sex a necessity? Is sex overrated? Can we live without it? Enjoy xxx Thank you for listening to our show! Please subscribe to us from wherever you are listening! You can also follow us on Instagram here; https://www.i…

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203: John Quiñones KNOWS Human Nature, the Element of Surprise & What You SHOULD Do 29:02

5M ago29:02

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John Quiñones is an ABC News correspondent who reports across "20/20," "Nightline" and "Good Morning America." During his 40-year tenure at ABC News, he has reported extensively for all programs and platforms and served as anchor of "What Would You Do?" and "Primetime." This discussion focused primarily on his work on "What Would You Do?," which ju…

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Valuing Yourself (Again) 59:55

5M ago59:55

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How do you value yourself? This fan-favorite episode is being re-released for new listeners (or a reminder for seasoned listeners)! Peter McGraw welcomes Sarah Stinson and Lawrence Williams into the Solo Studio to explore what it means to truly value yourself in a world that pushes conformity. Packed with personal stories and practical insights, th…

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Welcome to Three Single Women! 37:39

5M ago37:39

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Hello and welcome to this very first episode of Three Single Women! We are Pip Brown, Rachel Beck and Lucy Meggeson and we all host our own individual podcasts. We decided to get together and create a brand new podcast where we could have honest and heartfelt conversations about single and childfree life, whilst dispelling the myths surrounding thi…

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Aging Single #10: Retiring Early 1:31:05

5M ago1:31:05

1:31:05

In this episode in the series on aging, retiring and dying single, Peter McGraw dives into the world of early retirement with Pete Adeney, aka Mr. Money Mustache, and Jessalyn Dean. They tackle the unique challenges and perks of achieving Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) as a single person. Discover how Solos can navigate life's big fina…

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Trailer 1:18

5M ago1:18

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Hello and welcome to our trailer for our upcoming podcast! First episode, Monday 6th January 2025. See you there! Pip, Rachel and Lucy x Thank you for listening to our show! Please subscribe to us from wherever you are listening! You can also follow us on Instagram here; https://www.instagram.com/threesinglewomen We would love to hear from you! You…

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Aging Single #9: Retiring Abroad 1:20:51

5M ago1:20:51

1:20:51

We continue the Solo series on aging, retiring, and dying Solo with a look at expat living as a remarkable opportunity for singles. Kathleen Peddicord, a leading expert on living, investing, and retiring abroad, joins Peter McGraw to discuss the unique opportunities for singles to pursue a global lifestyle. With over 30 years of experience and havi…

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Solo Thoughts 16: Are You the Hero in Your Life's Story? 28:28

6M ago28:28

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Peter McGraw reflects on the question, “Are you the hero in your life’s story?” After announcing a more spontaneous podcast release schedule, Peter dives into the idea of being the active protagonist in one’s life. Using the Hero’s Journey and Virgin’s Promise as frameworks, he unpacks the ways we can break free from domestication—society’s “rules”…

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Romance and Love as a Solo 1:20:18

7M ago1:20:18

1:20:18

How do you embrace romance while living a solo life? In this episode, Peter McGraw is joined by two special guests who crave romance without compromising their independence. They discuss navigating the complexities of love and dating, balancing autonomy with romantic desire and rethinking traditional relationship models. What do you think? Join the…

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