In this episode of Something Positive for Positive People, also known as the herpes podcast, I cut through the noise surrounding herpes transmission rates, particularly female-to-male rates, and get real about what those numbers actually mean to us. Drawing from my experience hosting over 350 in-depth podcast interviews, I share why the stats often miss the bigger picture and why focusing on numbers alone doesn’t help when it comes to navigating relationships with herpes. Let’s talk about communication, setting realistic expectations, and finding support. If you’ve ever Googled transmission rates looking for clarity, this one’s for you.