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Dr Lisa Portolan | The Trouble with Dating

Season 2, Ep. 9

Dr Lisa Portolan is an academic, author, & columnist, specialising in love & (dismal) dating in today’s digital age. Dr Portolan talks to Samantha about her recent research including the number one issue that ruins relationships, & whether a sexless marriage means the end. 

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