Love, Lust & Lies: Modern Relationships (Part 1)

In this episode of The Life Dojo podcast, , we question how relationships, marriage, and even podcasting itself have shifted in today’s world. From the influence of money and corporations to the breakdown of traditional values, we ask the hard questions many avoid.

We open by reflecting on the podcasting world, how once authentic voices are now chasing views, watering down their message, or bowing to corporate agendas. What happens when you’re offered life-changing money but told you can’t speak your truth anymore?

From there, we dive into the state of modern relationships:

• Marriage or showpiece? Is it truly about love, or more about status, money, and social media appearances?
  
  
• Values fading: How couples avoid quality time, stay together for convenience, and treat marriage like a financial arrangement.
  
  
• The truth about weddings: From engagement rings created by the diamond industry to ceremonies rooted in ancient rituals.
  
  
• Divorce realities: Why men often face the harshest consequences when relationships break down.
  
  
• Dating in the modern era: Looks over substance, serial daters chasing free nights out, and how lust has replaced genuine connection.
  
  

This is a raw and unfiltered breakdown of how relationships are shifting in the modern world—and why men and women need to find their way back to real values, accountability, and authentic connection.

Part 2 continues the conversation with narcissism, cheating, jealousy, power plays, and stories from our own experiences in dating and relationships.