For some couples, this chaotic period has led to dramatic breakups; others, against all odds, have managed to grow closer in an era of social distancing; and some have even seen new relationships emerge while the world around us crumbles.

This episode was produced by Mina Caraccio and Malia Munley. A special thanks to our esteemed guests Dr. Helen Fisher, and Josie Ingall, Costanza Mancini, Jesse Cheung, LiMei Vera, and Neal Sarin. Graphic design by Zawar Ahmed. Music by Blue Dot Sessions.