On this episode, Nic and Ali discuss the topic of modern love after they digested Esther Perel's book 'Mating in Captivity', her Ted Talk on 'Rethinking Infidelity' and the talk from SXSW 'Modern Love and Relationships.'   Esther is a world renowned couple's psychotherapist and New York Times best selling author.   Nic and Ali wanted to examine how love in relationships has changed over time, how to maintain your own sexual identity in a relationship and the shadow of the third.  They look at their own relationships with this content from Esther Perel to bring out insights and important epiphanies.  They discuss their relationships with their partners and their thoughts on marriage.  How do you keep it fresh in a long term relationship and how can you look at your partner with new eyes?  We think the grass is always greener, but might it be plenty green where you currently are?  Come listen to this juicy and vulnerable episode of Meltdown City!