Monday Mini: Relationships During Quarantine
Monday Mini: Relationships During Quarantine
March 30, 2020
•
16m
•
Episode Ranking: 16/100
TOPICS: Relationships
Episode Description
Explore the impact of Covid-19 on relationships with Anney and Samantha. They delve into rising divorce rates, changing birth rates, and the challenges of dating amidst social distancing. Also, hear about New York's unique sex guidelines during the pandemic.
Ideabrix Summary
In the 'Monday Mini: Relationships During Quarantine' episode of the 'Stuff Mom Never Told You' podcast, hosts Annie and Samantha delve into the complexities of maintaining and forming relationships during the COVID-19 quarantine. This episode, recorded from their respective homes, offers a lighter, conversational take on how the pandemic has reshaped social interactions, particularly romantic ones. They discuss the ingenuity of individuals going on first dates virtually, using car dates with cracked windows or video calls to sustain a semblance of dating normalcy while adhering to social distancing guidelines.
The hosts also touch upon the phenomenon of 'COVID boomers,' speculating on a potential baby boom due to couples being confined together, with sex as one of the few available leisure activities. Another topic is the resurgence of ex-partners reaching out, as isolation prompts a rekindling of old flames, albeit digitally. Annie and Samantha further explore the strain quarantine can place on existing relationships, with couples now having to navigate constant proximity and the redistribution of household responsibilities.
The conversation shifts to more serious issues such as the potential rise in domestic violence and financial abuse during quarantine, as abusive partners may exploit the situation to exert control. They discuss the challenges faced by shelters and the drop in calls for assistance, possibly due to misconceptions that these services are unavailable during the lockdown.
The episode concludes with some practical tips for couples quarantined together, such as inventing a fictional scapegoat for minor annoyances, establishing separate workspaces to maintain individuality, and following New York's official sex guidelines which humorously promote ************ as the safest sexual practice during the pandemic. The hosts encourage listeners to share their own quarantine relationship stories and offer gratitude to frontline workers who are keeping essential services running during these trying times.
The hosts also touch upon the phenomenon of 'COVID boomers,' speculating on a potential baby boom due to couples being confined together, with sex as one of the few available leisure activities. Another topic is the resurgence of ex-partners reaching out, as isolation prompts a rekindling of old flames, albeit digitally. Annie and Samantha further explore the strain quarantine can place on existing relationships, with couples now having to navigate constant proximity and the redistribution of household responsibilities.
The conversation shifts to more serious issues such as the potential rise in domestic violence and financial abuse during quarantine, as abusive partners may exploit the situation to exert control. They discuss the challenges faced by shelters and the drop in calls for assistance, possibly due to misconceptions that these services are unavailable during the lockdown.
The episode concludes with some practical tips for couples quarantined together, such as inventing a fictional scapegoat for minor annoyances, establishing separate workspaces to maintain individuality, and following New York's official sex guidelines which humorously promote ************ as the safest sexual practice during the pandemic. The hosts encourage listeners to share their own quarantine relationship stories and offer gratitude to frontline workers who are keeping essential services running during these trying times.
Subscribe to our Premium Plan to learn more.
Discover more about this episode
Summary and conclusion
Key takeaways
Quotes
Vocabulary
Mentioned media
Mentioned people
