"The biggest thing I'm learning on the journey is loving myself, and maybe that loving myself is not what I thought it was." This week we are joined by Michele Traina, the creator of the Divorce Diaries. Michele shares her experience of parenting and dating post-divorce, and we have a podcast first! Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabaines Transcripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.com We love hearing from you! Email: [email protected] Support the podcast o...
Nov 13, 2024•44 min•Season 12Ep. 10
"When I divorced I was scared, but I knew something had to change. I just knew it". This week Samantha is joined by Elainea Emmott. A lady with many strings to her bow, amongst other things she is a photographer, TV chef, artist and fashion designer. The pair discuss Elainea's experience of getting married at age 19, her decision to relocate post-separation and raising a young son whilst balancing her varied career. Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabaines Transcript...
Oct 30, 2024•58 min•Season 12Ep. 9
"I immediately joined a dating app, and then I saw my ex on the dating app". This week Samantha is joined by Lynn Beattie A.K.A @MrsMummyPenny. They chat about managing finances through divorce and Lynn gives some useful tips of what to be mindful of. The pair also discuss how to make new friends and dating post-separation. Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabaines Transcripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.com We love hearing from you! Email: thedivorcesocial@gmail....
Oct 23, 2024•50 min•Season 12Ep. 8
" Just going and making the decision to choose you and start this new life, that's the hard thing to do. So well done. Everything after this is going to be varying levels of a battle, but you took that first step". This week Samantha is joined by Sophia Bianchi. Entrepreneur, Executive Coach and host of The Story Goes podcast. Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabaines Transcripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.com We love hearing from you! Email: thedivorcesocial@gma...
Oct 16, 2024•43 min•Season 12Ep. 7
"I do think children pick things up.. you're a role model of happiness, and living a happy life and that you're allowed to be happy". Samantha is joined by Estella Newbold-Brown, a children's author, mother of twins, and family law partner. Estella shares the effect her parents divorce had on her body, and how her work now helps parents to discuss the topic of divorce with their own children. The pair also discuss the importance of diverse representation in children's books. Follow us on twitter...
Oct 09, 2024•43 min•Season 12Ep. 6
TW: domestic abuse, gaslighting, self harm. 'If I'm focusing on the past, I'm depressed because I'm focusing on what has been. If I'm focusing on the future then I'm anxious because I'm trying to get somewhere. Both are an inability to be present". Samantha is joined by Vanessa Louise, an emotional health coach. The two discuss the process of leaving an unhealthy relationship, the power of love and 'unlovely' choices. Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabaines Transcri...
Oct 02, 2024•59 min•Season 12Ep. 5
"Look, divorce isn't a picnic. It's not fun times...But the chances are the reason that you're finding it tough is that it's bringing up stuff from your past that you haven't fully dealt with". This week Sam is joined by Divorce Coach Fiona Kimbell. She shares her experience of navigating a lengthy divorce and the feeling of liberation after the initial stages of heartbreak. We also hear how she now supports other women through their own separations. Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcep...
Sep 25, 2024•40 min•Season 12Ep. 4
"We went the whole of that 10 years with me not knowing I was ADHD, and him knowing but not telling me he was autistic." Author and ADHD Campaigner Sarah Templeton joins Samantha to talk about the effects ADHD has on relationships, and how it impacted her own marriage. They also discuss the prevalence of ADHD within the criminal justice system and how to go about getting a diagnosis. Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabaines Transcripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial...
Sep 18, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 12Ep. 3
"With shadow work we shine a light on the unconscious mind. The programming that's running in the back of your head that's having you self-sabotage, or doubt yourself, or not even be able to dream." This week Samantha is joined by author and Global Love Mentor Junie Moon. Junie shares her experience of ending her 20 year marriage, explains what Shadow Work is and why we can all benefit from it. Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabaines Transcripts and merch: www.thedi...
Sep 11, 2024•51 min•Season 12Ep. 2
The Divorce Social is back for Season 12! "I stayed in the house we had together, but I bought him out. Then I had this weird thing with all these memories in the house, and now it's mine. So I redecorated to reclaim the space." To kick us off, Samantha is joined by the writer and comedian, Amy Mason. The pair discuss Amy's experience of divorcing during the COVID pandemic, the importance of decent friendships and bond over their mutual love of Farrow & Ball paint. Follow us on twitter and i...
Sep 04, 2024•42 min•Season 12Ep. 1
To conclude season 11, Sam is joined by the brilliant actress, comedian and writer, Arabella Weir. Arabella is very honest about her experience of divorce, becoming great friends with her ex-husband and all the sadness that happened in-between. She also hilariously shares how, when spending time with men, she now draws the line at dinner and some nice wine. Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabaines Transcripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.com Email: thedivorcesocia...
Jan 10, 2024•43 min•Season 11Ep. 10
"Don't sacrifice your needs, believing that's what you should do in order to be loved and validated." Tonya Carter, Marriage & Relationship Exit Strategist, joins Sam from the US. Tonya shares her insights on how small changes can make a big impact and the value in asking yourself hard questions. The two also discuss some of the toughest moments of their divorce journeys. https://www.tonyacarter.com Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabaines Transcripts and merch: ...
Jan 03, 2024•54 min•Season 11Ep. 9
This week, Sam is joined by Beth Behrendt, author of Nesting After Divorce: Co-Parenting in the Family House. The pair discuss the concept of Nesting, where the parents take turns living in the family home while the children reside there full-time. Beth also generously shares the details of how she and her ex-husband made it work for their own family. https://familynesting.org Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabaines Transcripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.com Em...
Dec 27, 2023•43 min•Season 11Ep. 8
"You know when you're little and people ask you what you want to be when you grow up?... One of my answers would be, 'When I grow up I don't want to be divorced'." This week, our guest is long-time listener, Lucy. Sam and Lucy discuss the similarities in their divorce experiences, Lucy's religious deconstruction and seeking out community. Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabaines Transcripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.com Email: [email protected] Support...
Dec 20, 2023•57 min•Season 11Ep. 7
Trigger warning: Drug abuse, death. This week Samantha Baines is joined by podcast host and radio presenter Graeme Smith. The pair talk queer identity, dealing with grief and asking for help. Graeme is incredibly honest about his emotional breakup story, coming out and his new engagement. Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabaines Transcripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.com Email: [email protected] Support the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaine...
Dec 13, 2023•51 min•Season 11Ep. 6
Angel Bliss of the Accidentally Milf podcast joins Samantha Baines to talk divorce and reveal her true identity as Angela Smith, ex-wife of Paul Ryder, from the band The Happy Mondays. The two talk break up, grief and dating. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 06, 2023•51 min•Season 11Ep. 5
“You know you can leave right?!” Writer Kelly McMasters joins Samantha Baines from the US, to chat divorce. They chat friends taking a chance to speak some truth, writing and not having to weather someone else’s emotions. Kelly’s book: The Leaving Season Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 29, 2023•53 min•Season 11Ep. 4
"me being on my bike cycling around as a woman [in the UK], without having to worry about whats going to happen if people see me on my bike" An anonymous (for legal reasons) guest joins Samantha Baines to talk about divorce under difficult circumstances. Getting married for love in the UK, despite originally being from a different country and then wanting to stay in the UK post divorce. The two talk about women's rights and marriage rights in the UK versus abroad. The guest is thirty years old a...
Nov 22, 2023•39 min•Season 11Ep. 3
"a good approach to boundaries is expecting a push back" Coach and TedX Speaker Ali Hendry joins Samantha Baines to talk divorce first from a man and then from a woman. The two talk about bisexuality and coming out, being open sexually and love. Ali talks about the depth of friendships and making them a priority alongside romantic relationships as well her enjoyment of sex. The conversation delves into non-monogamy and how to make that work for you as well as advice on boundary setting. www.alih...
Nov 15, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 11Ep. 2
"I'd like life to be great, I think life can be great and I'd like to try and find that" Founder, speaker, author and podcaster Liz Earle joins Samantha Baines to talk for the first time openly about her two divorces. The two discuss her new book A Better Second Half, divorce, children and dating. Liz explains where she was in her life during her divorces, her motivation for ending those marriages and also others reactions. Liz's Book: A Better Second Half available now from all good bookstores ...
Nov 08, 2023•52 min•Season 11Ep. 1
What a series and its time for Samantha Baines' round up and this one has as much exciting news as ever! A baby (plus gender reveal), a free certificate to download and if you are in London you can come along to our second ever LIVE recording of the podcast. Live recording of The Divorce Social - part of the London Podcast Festival 9.30pm (1hr), 9th September, Kings Place, Kings Cross, London England Tickets only £9.50 https://www.kingsplace.co.uk/whats-on/comedy/the-divorce-social/ Follow us on...
Sep 06, 2023•23 min
"I don't know that I could ever go back to sharing a bed" - Ria Lina Comedian Ria Lina joins Samantha Baines to talk about her divorce, kids and still living with her ex years on. The two talk sleeping solo vs sharing a bed, dating and when is too soon to ask to listen to rain noise before you go to sleep!? A funny and enlightening chat between two comedy friends. Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabaines Transcripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.com Email: thedivor...
Jul 26, 2023•1 hr•Season 10Ep. 10
trigger warning: illegal drugs April Pride, a creative entrepreneur who works in cannabis and psychedelics, joins Samantha Baines to talk divorce and micro dosing. This podcast does not endorse illegal drugs and would like to remind you that mushrooms and ketamine are illegal in the UK. April does however, talk about her divorce and micro dosing experiences as well as being bisexual and her parents’ divorce. Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabaines Transcripts and me...
Jul 12, 2023•1 hr•Season 10Ep. 9
"my mother at some point started saying, you've got to get out" Trigger warning: emotional abuse, assault US Army Veteran Keena Crowley joins Samantha Baines to talk about her divorce from another army vet. Keena opens up about betrayal, having to follow your spouse around the world for their job and getting the diagnosis of a brain aneurysm. The two talk about excuses, connection and loneliness. Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabaines Transcripts and merch: www.the...
Jun 28, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 10Ep. 7
"that angelic smile had the devil inside of him" Podcast listener Kevin joins Samantha Baines to talk about his traumatic divorce. Kevin bravely shares his story about being scammed for a green card after falling in love and marrying someone from a different country. He opens up about hair loss and depression as a consequence of the divorce and the two share their slogans for life. trigger warning: depression, hair loss Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabaines Transc...
Jun 21, 2023•42 min•Season 10Ep. 6
""Are you his wife or are you his wife?" He looked at the waitress and said, "that's my wife and that's my ex wife, we are all friends" Yvette Boden (Author, Founder of Awakened Woman) joins Samantha Baines to talk about the divorce that led to her change in career path. Yvette talks about being there for her daughter, self-love and having an awakening. Yvette sees her divorce as empowering and feels that she can help others on their divorce journey. The two talk 'who am I?', change and seperati...
Jun 14, 2023•44 min•Season 10Ep. 5
"I was ghosted by someone on a dating app and I really struggled with that" Samantha Baines is joined by listener Jessica to talk divorce. The two discuss being 'a good wife', domestic expectations and being accused of nagging during the marriage. Jessica shares her internet dating stories and her experience of being ghosted on an app. Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabaines Transcripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.com Email: [email protected] Support th...
Jun 07, 2023•52 min•Season 10Ep. 4
Trigger warning: abuse Kanchan Bhaskar (coach and author) joins Samantha Baines to talk about her divorce and abusive marriage. Kanchan talks about the situation in India for married women in the eighties and her eventual move to the US and divorce as well as her mindset at that time. Don't forget to leave us a review! Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabaines Transcripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.com Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast....
May 31, 2023•50 min•Season 10Ep. 3
"in my darkest time I was not expecting to be thrown a lifeline from my family, from 140years ago" Samantha Baines joins listener Ingrid to talk about her unique divorce experience. Ingrid discovered love letters that had been passed down in her family from 140years ago between Fred and Janie her ancestors. During her own divorce Ingrid began following the story of her great great grandad and grandma, researching and started her own podcast to share this one hundred year old love story with the ...
May 24, 2023•53 min•Season 10Ep. 2
“you have to accept that you cannot fix that other person” - Elaine Listener Elaine joins Samantha Baines to share her divorce story as well as what the podcast means to her. The two discuss caring for a partner, mental health and older children being aware of the situation and how to deal with that. An honest and enlightening chat and a situation we haven’t previously covered on the podcast. Don't forget to leave us a review! Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabaines...
May 17, 2023•53 min•Season 10Ep. 1
