The Francesca Luca Show

We’re diving into the emotional crossroads that so many people face but rarely talk about openly: when a relationship isn’t working, how do you know whether to fight for it… or walk away? My guest is Kate King, a trauma-informed relationship coach and the author of the transformative book Mend or Move On.

Kate’s work is all about helping people break the cycles of confusion, self-doubt, and emotional exhaustion that come from relat...

When your boyfriend suddenly “needs space” right before the holidays, that’s not random. That’s not casual. And it’s definitely not something to brush off with, “Oh…okay, let me know when you’re done.” No. We’re not doing that here.

Some women panic. Some get quiet. Some make excuses for him. Some feel guilty for having needs. And some are so shocked t...

Ah, the holidays. Time for twinkling lights, awkward hugs, and… introducing your brand-new boo to your family. Nothing says “holiday cheer” like throwing someone into the middle of your family circus and praying they survive.
Here’s the cold, honest truth: there is such a thing as too soon. Rush it, and congratulations, you just cast your partner in “Survivor: Family Edition.”

If You Just Met, Don’t Even
Two weeks in Babe?… let them ...

Trupti Gokani, MD is an award-winning, board-certified neurologist, health & mindset coach, ayurvedic expert, and Master Practitioner of NLP, who has dedicated her life to developing a unique blend of ancient wisdom with modern approaches. By melding these approaches, she’s become a highly sought-after speaker and coach, sharing holistic wellness strategies with larger-than-life media personalities like Dr. Oz, global pharmaceu...

Breakups are messy, messy business. And sometimes, the hardest part isn’t the heartbreak, it’s the emotional hangover that lingers long after the door has closed. That “if only” moment keeps creeping in: “If only he wasn’t a gaslighter… a manipulator… maybe even a narcissist…”

Here’s the hard truth: the most insidious behavior is often the one no one else can see. It leaves you questioning yourself, doubting your intuition, and won...

We need to talk about something a lot of women fall into without realizing it, the mothering trap. It starts with love: you want to take care of him, make his life easier, show how much you care. But before you know it, you’re not his partner anymore… you’re his parent.

And nothing kills attraction faster than that.

You don’t know exactly when it happened, but somewhere along the line, you became my partner’s mother...

Yeah yeah, we’ve all debated this before. But let’s be honest; this gets murky fast when one person has (or had) feelings.
Let me just say it:
I actually don’t think men and women can stay close friends if there’s romantic history or lingering attraction.
And I personally wouldn’t date a guy whose “best friend” is a woman he once had feelings for. WHY? Because then I’m not just dealing with a friend, I’m dealing with a “what if”or “...

What If Telling Your Family You’re Getting a Divorce Is
Harder Than the Divorce Itself?
We talk a lot about the pain of ending a marriage, the grief, the unraveling, the
logistics, the loneliness. But what if the hardest part isn’t the end of the
relationship… What if it’s telling your family? What if the fear of their
disappointment is heavier than the decision itself? What if you’re not mourning the
loss of your partner but braci...

Peace, progress and justice are only possible when we find ways to work with those we do not agree with, do not like, and do not trust. This is a lesson that few want to learn, and one that fewer know how to practice. That is why this interview is a must listen to. Adam Kahane has spent decades helping people navigate the most intractable challenges by doing what seems counterintuitive: collaborating with the enemy. His approac...

We talk a lot about the pain of ending a marriage, the grief, the unraveling, the logistics, the loneliness. But what if the hardest part isn’t the end of the relationship…
What if it’s telling your family?

What if the fear of their disappointment is heavier than the decision itself?

What if you’re not mourning the loss of your partner but bracing for the silence of your parents, the judgment of your siblings, the quiet disap...

Stephanie Coontz was active in the Free Speech and civil rights movements; her work has been cited in the U.S. Supreme Court’s landmark Obergefell v. Hodges decision on same-sex marriage rights. She has also testified before Congress on family issues.She’s appeared on shows like Oprah, The Today Show, The Colbert Report, and a variety of NPR programs. Her writing is featured in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washi...

In a world where monogamy still reigns supreme, some couples are rewriting the rules and doing it with flair. I sat down with Dr. Edward Fernandes, a candid voice from the swinging community, to explore the realities behind the fantasy. From the misconceptions to the magic, Dr. offers an unfiltered glimpse into a lifestyle that’s as much about trust and communication as it is about pleasure. Whether you’re curious, cau...