9 episodes

The definitive modern dating podcast, presented by two of the UK's top dating experts, Trelawney Bresic and Andrew Parker-Dennis. Each week, our hosts discuss their take on the most popular reality dating shows with insight, advice and humour. If you enjoy candid conversations about human relationships and reality TV, you will LOVE The Reality of Dating.

The Reality of Dating Andrew Parker and Trelawney Bresic

    • Society & Culture

The definitive modern dating podcast, presented by two of the UK's top dating experts, Trelawney Bresic and Andrew Parker-Dennis. Each week, our hosts discuss their take on the most popular reality dating shows with insight, advice and humour. If you enjoy candid conversations about human relationships and reality TV, you will LOVE The Reality of Dating.

    MAFS - Only the Strongest Will Survive

    MAFS - Only the Strongest Will Survive

    We discuss the reunion dinner, where all of the couples dine together for a final time.  Tensions are brewing and some individuals just can't wait to stir the pot.

    We also ask how far is too far when it comes to addressing issues in a public arena.

    • 35 min
    A Devastating Break-up & The Perils of Drinking on a Date

    A Devastating Break-up & The Perils of Drinking on a Date

    We discuss how the dynamics between the couples changed so unexpectedly during the home-stay experiment.  We also think about why and how things are going wrong for the couples who just can't move forwards positively.

    • 36 min
    MAFS - Is Partner Swapping EVER a good idea?

    MAFS - Is Partner Swapping EVER a good idea?

    We discuss the complex emotions playing out within the relationships.  One couple reach the end of the line and several more are struggling to navigate the challenges of marrying a stranger.

    A partner swapping experiment brings some surprising results.  For one couple, a break from each other ignites renewed passion, but for another, time away causes troubling doubts.

    • 36 min
    MAFS - The Retreat From Hell

    MAFS - The Retreat From Hell

    We examine the highs and lows of the retreat and discuss the fine line between voicing an opinion and stirring up trouble!  Couples are put to the test and some individuals break during a get-away in a country manor.

    • 38 min
    MAFS - An Explosive Dinner Party and a Shock Re-Coupling

    MAFS - An Explosive Dinner Party and a Shock Re-Coupling

    We talk about the explosive dinner during which two couples dramatically parted ways and one new couple was formed. 

    Is instant gratification worth causing hurt and confusion?  We discuss Ella and JJ's actions and the unexpected consequences.

    • 37 min
    MAFS - How Quickly Relationships Can Change & Can A Guru Make a Good Partner?

    MAFS - How Quickly Relationships Can Change & Can A Guru Make a Good Partner?

    We analyse surprising twists and turns within the relationships and find some really positive developments.  
    We also look at how much of a teacher/guru a person can expect to be to a partner before the situation implodes, and how a 'friendship relationship' can help us to find ourselves.

    • 34 min

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