The Dating Stories Podcast is all about true dating stories. Creepy, juicy, embarrassing, funny or simply epic stories. Each episode the two hosts, Jo and B, welcome one guest who shares her story. So, whether you’re single, ready to mingle or it’s complicated, tune into The Dating Stories podcast.
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In this episode we invite Camille, who is keen to break the taboo of "egg freezing" by (single) women in their thirties or beyond. More than a year ago Camille's long term relationship ended abruptly and unexpectedly. As she's in her thirties and has a warm wish to become a mom one day, this breakup had an even bigger impact than one would imagine. This was the starting point for Camille to decide to freeze her eggs. Now, a couple of months later, Camille is happy in life again, and determined t...
We’re thrilled to announce a new episode of our podcast. Another strong story from another strong woman! Natasa tells us how she ended a long term relationship at the age of 33. Against all social expectations. A starting point for her to follow the path she really wanted. A tough one it turns out, with lots of judgements and unsolicited advice from others. But also lots of self reflection and therapy. She tells us how she learned to allow herself to enjoy her successful and happy life without a...
We're happy to invite a specialist to the table in this episode. Marjorie is a certified matchmaker with Berkeley International, a specialist elite dating agency. She tells us all about her job, the pitfalls and success factors in dating and some memorable true matchmaking stories. If you want to understand how matchmaking works, then tune into this episode! https://www.berkeley-international.be/en
In this candid episode, Kim reflects on his experiences as a gay man, discussing the challenges of dating apps and age discrimination within the gay community. He explores the evolution of gay subcultures, distinguishing between identity expression and prescriptive sexual encounters. Kim also delves into the complexities of his recent tempestuous relationship, emphasizing the vital role of processing emotions and the power of self-forgiveness, drawing wisdom from Maya Angelou, as he embraces a balanced single life.
In this first episode of our brand new second season, Julie talks us through the ugly truth about online dating and how she ends up being a pro at breakups. After an exhausting year Julie decides to quit (online) dating and stay single for the rest of her life... Until she starts a professional development track and everything changes...
Gerald, a perpetually single guy, shares his remarkable story on how he met Jamie and discovers the ins and outs of being in a serious relationship for the first time. After the breakup and reading tons of literature on how to be successful in relationships, Gerald has a lot of insights to share. Listen to find out all about attachment styles, love languages and much more.
In this episode Danielle looks back on her 8 years as a single woman. With a lot of humor, she talks us through the incorrectness of dating app algorithms, the good and the bad about blind dates and some other funny dating experiences. Instead of giving advice to all those single ladies out there, Danielle ends with a message for people who are in long-term relationships on how to manage single friends.
Love moves in mysterious ways. In this episode of our podcast Kate shares how she had a crush on a colleague at the most unexpected time. She tells us what made her take a hugely impactful decision in her life while she was in, what seemed like, an almost perfect long term relationship.
Get ready people ! In this episode the podcast host Jo goes naked. It's her turn to share her most remarkable dating story. After a painful breakup she meets a handsome guy in a bar. An innocent move it seemed, until she discovered he had a lot of secrets...
Is dating a married guy wrong or not? Maybe the answer isn't that black or white. Listen to our most controversial episode since we started our podcast and find out what Julie things about it after having dated a married guy for 3 years.
The two hosts, Jo and B, invite Nathalie from Sydney to share her interesting take on dating, in particular dating a single dad. With lightheartedness and humour, she takes us on a journey through dating life as a parent, from trying to find her feet to some great lessons learnt. Tune in for an epic dating story you would be embarrassed to tell your mum about :-)
The two hosts, Jo and B, invite Kris who shares 5 tips on how to find the love of your life on a dating app. Listen to this young lady who was lucky and smart enough to find hers.
The two hosts, Jo and B, invite Wendy from Sydney to share how she navigates through the dating scene after her divorce. There's a lot to learn from this smart and funny lady! Enjoy.
Charlotte joins Jo and Bea to discuss her unique approach to dating, dubbed "experience dating," where traditional coffee or drink dates are replaced by activities like escape rooms or rage rooms to foster genuine connections. She recounts her boldest first date, a visit to a naked spa, sharing how this unconventional choice led to a surprisingly deep and authentic conversation. The hosts reflect on the merits and challenges of this daring dating style.
The two hosts, Jo and B, invite Serena to share her remarkable dating story on this Valentine day. We follow her as she discovers the truth about a guy she meets at an Italian restaurant on a nice autumn night. Get ready for some shocking and surprising details. Together with Jo and B, Serena reflects on the things you can learn from such an experience. Enjoy.
