If you search relationship podcasts on Twitter, then you’ll find plenty of complaints.
The genre is oversaturated, and that’s far from the only issue. Most of the dating and relationship advice oppresses and embarrasses women, specifically Black women. Men intentionally say outlandish things about the role of women in relationships to spark conversations and go viral. They do it with no regard for how these conversations drive a wedge between various members of the community.
There’s nothing wrong with desiring to hear a man’s opinion on relationships; however, sifting through the some of the relationship podcasts rooted in misogyny can be an arduous task. 21Ninety has taken the time out to do some of the heavy lifting for you. Here are some of the relationship podcasts by men that aren’t misogynistic.
Dear Future Wifey
Laterras Whitfield is a filmmaker, playwright and director turned podcast host. Whitfield is a man who has learned from his mistakes in past relationships, including with his ex-wife.
He describes himself as a former habitual cheater; however, he doesn’t make excuses for it. Instead, he takes accountability and uses this honesty to help other people. On “Dear Future Wifey,” everyone talks about their situations in hopes of developing healthier romantic relationships.
Marriage Be Hard Conversations
Kevin and Melissa Fredericks are high school sweethearts who have 15+ years of dating, relationship and marriage experience. As social media influencers with something to say, they’ve written a book on the subject. In conjunction with the book, the two have in depth conversations with other married couples about their journeys. The topics run the gamit from open sexual relationships to not losing yourself as you grow and evolve in your marriage.
Dead Ass
Devale and Khadeen Ellis are New Yorkers at heart, which explains the podcast name. On their show, the Ellises cover love, sex, marriage and everything in between. The couple inspires their listeners as they share the ways they’ve both grown and evolved to make their union stronger.
That Black Couple
Daren and Jenn are married millennials, but their union is a platonic one. Daren and Jenn don’t shy away from the tough topics in their podcast. They cover topics like toxic masculinity, race, gender, parenting, millennial money issues, “pretty pregnancy” theories, and navigating predominantly white workspaces.
Is This Going To Cause An Argument?
Marcus and Angel, who were married for ten years, have an honest and humorous chemistry online. After gaining a significant following, their followers asked that the two start a podcast discussing the very real issues that everyday people experience. They happily obliged, and on this relationship podcast they discuss topics, such as child-rearing, perception versus reality and arguments.