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Where Should We Begin? With Esther Perel

Streaming on Spotify

Eavesdropping at its finest, this podcast takes listeners into the most private of conversations—the therapy session. Each episode is a recording from the office of Dr. Esther Perel, a Belgian psychotherapist who specializes in relationships, and every week features a new couple with a new set of issues and dynamics to explore. Part of the show’s appeal is the gossipy thrill—it’s a fascinating window into the personal lives of strangers. But it’s also edifying. Perel is a wise counselor, with a very soothing voice, and her analysis is always as intriguing as the relationship under examination. —C.J.F.

Esther Perel in New York City, 2014. Photo: Richard Koek/Redux.