Showrunner Tim Palazzola joins us to close out our week of love, including a game involving “Saturday Night Live’s” upcoming 50th anniversary. Plus, can you be best friends with your partner? And how should you manage finances in a long-term relationship? 

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Today on the show we chat with writer Ilana Kaplan, author of the book “Nora Ephron at the Movies.” In her book, Kaplan unpacks Nora’s unique universe and what made the films “When Harry Met Sally,” “Sleepless In Seattle,” “You’ve Got Mail,” and many more, so special and beloved. We break down Nora Ephron’s legacy, her signature wit, and why her spin on the romantic comedy genre is here to stay.  

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February is American Heart Month, a time when everyone is encouraged to focus on their cardiovascular health, and for good reason. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States and the leading killer of women. Cardiologist and Columbia University professor Dr. Jennifer Haythe joins Danielle and Simone to talk about how heart disease affects women and shares prevention tips that truly could save a life.

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Today we are dealing some tough love. Jillian Turecki is a relationship coach, podcast host, and author of the New York Times bestselling book “It Begins With You: The 9 Hard Truths About Love That Will Change Your Life.” She is here today to help us focus on the longest relationship we will ever have in our lives: the one we have with ourselves. Jillian wants us to help improve our romantic lives by loving ourselves first before we can love another.

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We’re kicking off Valentine’s Day week with a thought-provoking conversation with Meghan Keane, author of “Party of One: Be Your Own Best Life Partner.” Meghan challenges conventional ideas about love, relationships, and marriage, encouraging listeners to embrace self-love and redefine what it means to be in a relationship. She shares her personal journey of stepping out of the "haze" of societal pressure, finding validation within, and discovering the power of the relationship with ourselves — coupled or not. 

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Showrunner Tim Palazzola joins in to get into the biggest stories this Super Bowl Weekend — including Kendrick halftime show predictions, and some of the most iconic ads from Super Bowl history. Then, in honor of Valentine’s Day, would you get a tattoo in honor of a romantic partner? Plus, what are the official rules of what can and can’t go on your bed — and how often should you ACTUALLY  be changing your sheets? Tune in for all this, as well as a surprising tattoo reveal!

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“Fast & Furious” franchise star Jordana Brewster opens up about her new genre-bending date-night slasher “Heart Eyes.” She talks about her own Valentine's Day horror story, and shares sweet memories from her “Fast & Furious” family. She also gets real about navigating love at any age, and how her relationship with her late co-star Paul Walker continues to influence her life today.

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On this Wellness Wednesday, we are breaking down the Surgeon General’s recent advisory on the link between alcohol and cancer. Dr. Rachel Sayko Adams, a substance use researcher and a Research Associate Professor at Boston University's School of Public Health, answers all of our questions about the new report. She helps us assess the risks, bust myths, and drops some hot tips on how to cut back. 

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In 2000, Marion Jones Jones won five medals at the Sydney Olympics. She was celebrated as the fastest woman in the world, appeared on the cover of “Vogue,” and was sponsored by Nike. But then, she lost everything. In 2003, she lied to federal investigators about performance enhancing drugs. In the end, Marion was stripped of her Olympic medals, and was sentenced to prison. More than two decades later, Marion Jones is back in the limelight to share the wisdom she’s earned from her biggest mistakes.

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It can feel today like there’s no room for nuance when dealing with anyone with a different viewpoint. Luckily, nuance is Brit Barron’s specialty. She’s the author of “Do You Still Talk to Grandma?” and she’s here to explore how to honor complex relationships and embrace the gray areas in life. She discusses the power of empathy, holding space for differing perspectives, and the importance of nuanced thinking in a world that often demands binary answers. 

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