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: thedivorcesocial@gmail.com Support the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See a ..read more

"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: thedivorcesocial@gmail.com Support the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo ..read more

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: thedivorcesocial@gmail.com Support the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/samanthabaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more

Angel Bliss of the Accidental 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 ..read more

“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 ..read more

"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 m ..read more

"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.uk Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabaines Transcripts and ..read more

"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 Follow us on twitter and instagram: @divorcepod & @samanthabaines Transcripts and merch: www ..read more

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/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more

"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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more