The Divorce Social

"I really struggle with losing my sense of self in a relationship" - Kit GirouxSewing Bee's Kit Giroux joins Samantha Baines to talk queer love, sense of self and wearing a flowing skirt on the London underground. Kit describes what it is like going through a break-up whilst being in a sewing competition on TV, the support they received on the show and the dating dilemma. The two compare marriages to limited companies and even talk sexy maths! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"about year ten of my marriage I started thinking this is not what I signed up for" - Natalie BurtonAuthor Natalie Burton joins Samantha Baines to talk about her twenty three year marriage and divorce. Natalie describes her seven year plan of getting out her marriage and sticking to the plan, sleeping with her car keys under her pillow and taking secret calls. Top tips for finding bots on dating sites too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"I can feel it now, just thinking about it... the pain" - Georgina FullerJournalist and mum of 3, Georgina Fuller talks about her parents divorce and the impact it had on her at the time as well as heartbreak and cheating. Samantha and Georgina bond over their ADHD, sort out a misunderstanding and discuss shame as well as the fear of failure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I thought that I would never be that person who got divorced” - Jessica Frew Jessica Frew (with flower wall) joins Samantha Baines to talk divorce, religion and reimagining divorce. Jessica opens up about her partner coming out as gay and having an affair with a man and the aftermath. Do you wear your divorce as a badge of honour? Maybe you will one day, one step at a time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“The finances showed an unwillingness to compromise” - Brad NelsonFinancial coach, Brad joins Samantha Baines to chat about his divorce is his early thirties. Brad talks about having to foreclose on the family house and the aftermath of that. The two have a frank discussion about money, credit scores, different approaches to money in a relationship and top money tips.Please do your own financial research as well as taking advice. This podcast is made for entertainment and should not be used as financial advice from an expert. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"I felt more shame when my marriage was really bad"- LibbyWine consultant and columnist Libby Brodie to talk divorce, motherhood and wine. Sam and Libby share love languages and talk about prioritising friendships, going out and finances. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam is back to say hello, sorry and help her dog is eating her pants - true story.New series incoming... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"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 & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comWe love hearing from you! Email: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"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 & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comWe love hearing from you! Email: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"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 & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comWe love hearing from you! Email: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"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 & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comWe love hearing from you! Email: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"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 and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comWe love hearing from you! Email: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comWe love hearing from you! Email: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"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: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comWe love hearing from you! Email: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"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 & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comWe love hearing from you! Email: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"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 & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comWe love hearing from you! Email: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comWe love hearing from you! Email: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"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.comFollow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.orgFollow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"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 & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.

“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.

"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 and is currently going through her divorce process and talks about the stress of lockdown on a new marriage and making difficult decisions.Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"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.alihendry.co.ukFollow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"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 Halfavailable now from all good bookstoresFollow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Festival9.30pm (1hr), 9th September, Kings Place, Kings Cross, London EnglandTickets only £9.50https://www.kingsplace.co.uk/whats-on/comedy/the-divorce-social/Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"I don't know that I could ever go back to sharing a bed" - Ria LinaComedian 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 & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

trigger warning: illegal drugsApril 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 & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"my mother at some point started saying, you've got to get out"Trigger warning: emotional abuse, assaultUS 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 & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"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 lossFollow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

""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 seperation.Host of AW Confidential PodcastFollow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"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 & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trigger warning: abuseKanchan 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 & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"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 world. Her research brought up parallels and highlighted the historical differences women face in relationships then and now as well as revealing another family member going through a divorce at the time.Ingrid's podcast is called My Love Letter Time MachineDon't forget to leave us a review!Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“you have to accept that you cannot fix that other person” - ElaineListener 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 & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samantha gives the lowdown on series 10, plus reads some of your lovely messages and celebrates being part of Acast’s The Funny Side! Also she’s sorry she says the word “delve” so much in this episode, maybe it could be a drinking game. If you hear the word “delve” or “delved” then you have to drink!Series 10 coming soon!Don't forget to leave us a review!Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"when you are single you create the life around you that you need, a support network" - Sara MillerAward winning designer Sara Miller joins Samantha Baines to talk about the divorce which was the catalyst for starting her brand - Sara Miller London. The two chat loneliness in a marriage, juggling business with family and bravery. Sara also reveals all about her 'soul searching' trip to India post separation and how it still inspires her design work today. Sara and Sam share their full circle divorce moments too, have you had one?Don't forget to leave us a review!Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"if there was a divorce section of the Guinness Book of Records they would have an honourable mention".Martial therapist Andrew G Marshall joins Samantha Baines to talk divorce. Andrew helps couples everyday but it's a divorce in his childhood that had a huge impact on his life and the lives of those around him that he opens up about for the first time. The two talk about the danger of secrets and possibly the worst Boxing Day ever.Andrew's podcast is The Meaningful Life PodcastFind out more here: https://andrewgmarshall.com/podcasts/Don't forget to leave us a review!Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"life is too short, I need to sort this out" - Emma WhiteEmma White of Emma White Jewellery, as seen on BBC's All That Glitters: Britain's Next Jewellery Star joins Samantha Baines to talk about her divorce and new family. Straight talking Emma talks about divorce being her decision, creating her own business and having a blended family. Sam opens up about friend zoning herself when she was younger, the two discuss having a moment of reflection before separation and being bad at taking things slow.Don't forget to leave us a review!Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"your kids deserve to have a happy Mum" - Natalie Alexis LeeSocial media sensation Natalie Lee (@StyleMeSunday) joins Samantha Baines to talk divorce, living with your ex and sleeping in the same bed as someone you are divorcing. Nat opens up about being a single parent, choosing happiness and rewiring your brain. The two talk about finances when it comes to divorce and feeling trapped because of finances. Natalie shares that she sought legal advice when it came to finances and how that opened her eyes to how little she knew about their financial situation as a couple. Don't forget to leave us a review!Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"you will be okay, you can't see it now but you will be" - Louise, podcast listenerOur first listener story on the podcast! Louise joins Samantha Baines and opens up about her divorce after answering our call out. You wanted to hear from a range of people and experiences and we listened. Sam loved chatting to long time listener Louise about her ups and downs and how the podcast has helped her.If you'd like to share your story in a listener episode, email us with a bit about yourself [email protected] do you think of our new listener episodes? Don't forget to leave us a review.Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"the books I was writing were getting more bisexual by the day...I thought it was important to stand up and say I was bisexual" - Julie CohenAcclaimed author Julie Cohen joins Samantha Baines to talk divorce, being queer and writing books. Samantha was very upset to see Julie's eclectic bathroom ripped out on twitter and Julie explains why it was very necessary! The two talk freedom of sexuality, therapy and penises.Do leave us a review!Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"I've now found the love of my life but it's a less traditional relationship" - Sarah ArmstrongBusiness woman and author Sarah Armstrong joins Samantha Baines to talk divorce. The two talk about showing emotions, compartmentalisation and telling others what you need. Sarah talks about how her experience became a book, how she managed co-parenting and dealing with two households meant buying everything twice! There is even chat about new long distance relationships and why separate houses might be the key. Would you live in a different house to your partner long term?Do leave us a review on your podcast platform! Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"I'm never going to change my name again" - Natasha MahtaniDivorce Coach Natasha Mahtani joins Samantha Baines to talk about her own divorce. Natasha shares her experience of divorce in the South Asian community and the two talk about the importance of surnames/family names and identity. Natasha talks about social media couple expectations, moving country and raising her son as a single a mother alongside her family.Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"sixty year old me would say, why the f*ck did you waste time" - Jo WestwoodJo Westwood, The Co-Dependency Coach joins Samantha Baines to talk divorce, toxic relationships and being married to a narcissist. The two discuss Jo's divorce and how that led her to become a coach as well as the effect it had on her life. Did you know there are co-dependents anonymous meetings? Sam didn't but it was the meeting that changed Jo's life. Jo talks bargaining, coming from a divorced family and embarrassment as well as the signs of co-dependency.Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"I will not except shame anymore, I have been shamed enough" - Rose McGowanFormer Hollywood actress and activist Rose McGowan joins Samantha Baines for part two of their interview to talk about her wedding and 'good' divorce. Rose reveals her choice of wedding ring, details of her wedding and her favourite song (played at her wedding) which she wants played at her funeral! The two discuss shame, being alone and healing in this emotional conclusion to the interview. Rose's book Brave is available at all good book stores.Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"I was engaged five times and not by choice, you could call it an emotional mugging with a fancy ring" - Rose McGowanFormer Hollywood actress and activist Rose McGowan joins Samantha Baines to talk about her 'good' divorce and her five engagements. The two talk about their approaches to love, break ups and acting. Rose reveals that she is in love now, hurrah and that she had a very clear marriage and divorce plan. She touches on #MeToo and her involvement, her first engagement to Marilyn Manson at twenty four, as well as how she approached playing her character in the Scream movie.Rose's book Brave is available at all good book stores.Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabainesTranscripts and merch: www.thedivorcesocial.comEmail: [email protected] the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.