Award-winning romance novelist, Sophie Gravia and TV personality, model and fellow author Christine McGuinness discuss whether doing boring little life tasks together is the ultimate dating hack. Sophie and Christine dive into the chaos of real‑world dating so you don’t have to. On the Hotmess Hotline, they stumble across a… let’s just say very unconventional intimacy technique, and in this week’s Drama Drop they unpack “attraction hobbies” — the things people suddenly take up just to impress a ...
Mar 27, 2026•27 min
Award-winning romance novelist, Sophie Gravia and TV personality, model and fellow author Christine McGuinness talk about… marriage. Christine is down for a big, gay, sparkly blessing — but… are people even still saying “I do,”? Then the Hotmess Hotline dives straight into polyamory and non‑monogamy. Is it something Sophie and Christine would ever actually try, or would they simply combust from the admin alone? They discuss being childfree by choice after Charlie XCX spoke about having children ...
Mar 20, 2026•28 min
Award-winning romance novelist, Sophie Gravia and TV personality, model and fellow author Christine McGuinness discuss celibacy and the benefits of abstaining from sex - the peace, the clarity, and the surprising perks of hitting pause. The Hotmess Hotline is looking for advice on how to deal with a curveball in the bedroom and Sophie reveals all when talking about spicy books. When do you take it too far, Sophie?!
Mar 13, 2026•29 min
Also Sophie and Christine discuss if your first love be your true love?
Mar 06, 2026•29 min
Sophie and Christine discuss the 5 apology languages and we find out what they are always having to apologise for! Christine also shares her experiences in the modelling industry.
Feb 27, 2026•28 min
Being autistic affects how people experience the world, Christine gives her take on how it affects her dates. Plus Sophie and Christine will be hearing more of your dilemmas.
Feb 20, 2026•27 min
We're baaaaaack! Sophie and Christine chat Valentine's Day plus more of your dilemmas.
Feb 13, 2026•30 min
Expect more of the podcast’s most-loved segments – including wild real-life stories, the hosts’ own situationship confessions, and their no-nonsense advice on everything from dating with autism, staying safe on IRL dates, and handling big moments when you're in a situationship.
Feb 09, 2026•5 min
Sophie Gravia and Christine McGuinness are back with a bonus ep of Situationships – and yep, it’s just as chaotic as ever. You’ve got your fave segments like the Drama Drop and Red Flag Radar, but this time they’re coming to you live from the Edinburgh Festivals! Joining the fun are comedian Kirsty Munro and pro matchmaker Olivia Raine Atwood, who don’t hold back and even jump in with some spicy advice of their own.
Aug 14, 2025•32 min
Not even storm Floris's travel disruption could keep Sophie and Christine from serving up some spicy chat this week. Could Only Fans be your next career move or maybe you're more traditional, but would you say Trad Wife traditional? And what exactly is acceptable at the first date dinner table? Want to get in touch with Sophie and Christine on the Hot Mess Hotline about your dilemmas? If you’re over 18, you can message the Situationships team via WhatsApp for free on 08000 22 44 48. Or email us ...
Aug 07, 2025•28 min
Given we spend so much of our time at work with colleagues, is it inevitable that some work relationships may become more than just work BFFs? Christine and Sophie share their workplace situationships, but this week it's our listener dilemmas that have provided some wild workplace scenarios! We hear just how far one listener went to prove her man was cheating on her, and when exactly should toilet habits become a thing in a relationship, if ever? Want to get in touch with Sophie and Christine on...
Jul 31, 2025•30 min
Sophie reveals her pet peeves in gym changing rooms whilst Christine reveals, well let's just say it was a little more than she planned to! And just how valuable is video phone sex in relationships? Plus, we are still obsessed with that Coldplay kiss cam drama. Want to get in touch with Sophie and Christine on the Hot Mess Hotline about your dilemmas? If you’re over 18, you can message the Situationships team via WhatsApp for free on 08000 22 44 48. Or email us at situationships@bbc.co.uk. We ar...
Jul 24, 2025•26 min
There's a bit of a gear shift with this episode as Sophie and Christine reflect on friendships that should stand the test of time, but often don't. Most of us will have been in a relationship that has run its course and the time comes to call it a day, ultimately dumping that person. However, can you also dump a friend who no longer serves you well, whether through bad behaviour, or you've simply grown apart? Sophie and Christine discuss the importance of friendship and the difficulty of knowing...
Jul 17, 2025•26 min
This spicy episode explores toys for boys, pillow princesses and hot holiday romances turned bad. Plus, Sophie is still working on Christine being a walking red flag! Want to get in touch with Sophie and Christine about your dilemmas? If you’re over 18, you can message the Situationships team via WhatsApp for free on 08000 22 44 48. Or email us at situationships@bbc.co.uk. We are here for it all!
Jul 10, 2025•35 min
Do you struggle to find the right words when messaging a new love interest, or have you been too embarrassed to go to a friend for advice and asked AI instead ? Sophie and Christine listen to your dilemmas and offer their advice based on lived experience, but could AI give just as valuable words of wisdom? Want to get in touch with Sophie and Christine? If you’re over 18, you can message the Situationships team via WhatsApp for free on 08000 22 44 48 . Or email us at situationships@bbc.co.uk...
Jul 03, 2025•31 min
Sophie and Christine take on listener's relationship red flag concerns and use their own 'red flag radars' to advise. Be prepared for some straight talking and a glimpse into what they look for in their own relationships. Want to get in touch with Sophie and Christine? If you’re over 18, you can message the Situationships team via WhatsApp for free on 08000 22 44 48 . Or email us at situationships@bbc.co.uk We are here for it all!
Jun 26, 2025•31 min
Sophie and Christine chat about how they met, share their own dating stories, the good, the bad and the ugly which throws up all manner of chats, including pant sniffing, ghosting, catfishing and dating manners. Plus, they get reflective on the recent headlines about JoJo Siwa and Molly Mae’s relationships. Want to get in touch with Sophie and Christine about your dilemmas? If you’re over 18, you can message the Situationships team via WhatsApp for free on 08000 22 44 48. Or email us at situatio...
Jun 19, 2025•30 min
Pals Sophie and Christine will be tackling your dating dilemmas and relationship revelations, whilst giving you a glimpse into their own dating past, present and future!
Jun 16, 2025•4 min
