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Romantic Betrayal with Dr. Merissa Ferrara Elisei | Throwback Episode
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Ron and Kristin sit down with award-winning professor and betrayal expert Dr. Merissa Ferrara Elisei to break down one of the most emotionally charged topics: romantic betrayal.
From why people cheat to why it hurts so badly — and why some stay while others walk — Merissa explains the psychology, biology, and communication patterns behind heartbreak. The episode is entertaining, eye-opening, and surprisingly relatable.
What We Cover:
The most overlooked forms of betrayal
Why people cheat
Why betrayal feels physically painful
Why reactions vary (anger, shutdown, detective…
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