Debating Dating Marc Jennings & Rachel Graham

Rachel and Marc are back with the Debating Dating Christmas Special! They catch up on what the other's been up to since the end of the first series, before delving into all things festive in the dating realm - from Christmas Markets to Christmas proposals - and, as ever, hear some audio submissions from the listeners.A video version of this episode is available here: https://youtu.be/yVl25swEDJkIf you've enjoyed the podcast and would like to show your gratitude in this season of goodwil...

It's the last episode of the series, but before they set off into the sunset (for the summer at least) Rachel and Marc take a look at holiday romances. Marc finds out the meaning of "Hot Girl Summer", they discuss the risks involved in going away with a partner, and reminisce about their first lad's/girl's holidays.Rachel also recalls her romance during a dramatic high-school trip, Marc recounts his tale of summer lovin' while in Ayia Napa, and they take a listen to some audio submissio...

This week Rachel reveals some exciting "personal news" before regular programming returns with a look at Meet Cutes (another term which Marc isn't a fan of). They talk chat-up lines, houseparties, and why there's no shame in meeting your partner on an app. Marc and Rachel also try to recall how they first met, Marc reveals the time when Rachel's faux-pas left him in an extremely awkward position between two potential dates, and Rachel recounts the story of how her parents ended up toget...

Marc and Rachel are joined by comedian and What's the Script? podcast host Stephen Buchanan to discuss Rom Coms. Taking a look at When Harry Met Sally, (500) Days of Summer and He's Just Not That Into You, they discuss whether the messages in these films can be helpful or hurtful when applied to dating IRL.Marc makes his case for the major flaw he sees in When Harry Met Sally, Rachel recalls how she modelled herself on the titular Summer from (500) Days, and Stephen reveals the ta...

This week Rachel guides a sceptical Marc through the concept of love languages. Popularised online by people who write things like "Paesano Pizza is my love language", they take a look at the original five: Words of Affirmation, Quality Time, Physical Touch, Acts of Service & Gift-Giving.While hearing listener submissions on the subject, Rachel recalls a recent faux-pas with a wine menu, Marc offers an alternative take on the perception of men who don't know how to express their emo...

This week Marc and Rachel are joined by Scottish Twitter funnyman Paul Dock (@PaulDock93) to talk red flags. They discuss the difference between "fuckboys" and "softbois", question what it means when a partner hasn't introduced you to their friends (or featured you on their Insta grid) and chat about why bringing up your ex too much is a sure-fire warning sign.Marc explains his distaste for astrology which leads to the three checking whether their starsigns match up with their personali...