This week I’m joined by the utterly lovely Monica Bazzani, a Gong Master Practitioner who helps people heal through sound.
We talk about what really happens in a gong bath, how sound can ease heartbreak and anxiety, and why stillness might just be the secret ingredient to opening your heart again.
And honestly, if Monica’s gong baths are anything like talking to her, you’re in for something very soothing.
Check out Monica's website for more information: https://www.lunasoundandenergy.co.uk/
Before ghosting and dating apps, there were handwritten love letters, promenades, and chaperones lurking in the corner. In this episode, we take a look at how people used to fall in love, from Regency rules to Victorian love notes, and how we got from there to the world of swipes and unread DMs.
We’re talking fan flirting, postal crushes, romantic rituals, and why some old-fashioned traditions might just be worth bringing back. Plus, a real Victorian love letter read aloud, just in case you’re in need of a little swoon.
If you’ve ever wondered how dating got so complicated, or secretly wish someone would write you a letter instead of liking your Story, this one’s for you.
In this week’s episode, I asked two men — anonymously, of course — a series of questions about modern dating: from dating apps and first date etiquette to emotional readiness, red flags, and what they really wish women understood.
Their answers? Surprisingly calm, thoughtful, and occasionally reflective (no chaos here, sorry). We covered everything from why some people come on too strong, to whether men actually know if they want something serious after the first date.
It’s an honest, down-to-earth chat — no wild confessions, just two men sharing their perspectives and me reacting in real time.
If you’ve ever wondered what men are thinking on the other side of the table… this one’s for you.
Pop the kettle on and get comfy, because this episode of Help Me I’m Dating is a little pep talk for every woman who’s ever felt she isn't enough.
Joanna reads from her book, The Single Goddess: A Journey to Self-Love, offering heartfelt advice on why self-love is the real secret to thriving in dating. She shares how to stop chasing and start choosing, and reminds you that you always deserve to be treated like royalty.
Perfect for anyone needing a boost of confidence, this chat will leave you feeling like the radiant goddess you truly are.
What if the relationship you want is the prize - not the man? In this episode, certified dating and relationship coach Naomi Thompson shares how to date from a place of inner strength, not people-pleasing.
From the "kayak vs yacht" analogy to the power of peach energy, Naomi gives practical tips for building self-worth, setting boundaries, and attracting emotionally available partners.
Expect real talk on overthinking, dating apps, first-date rules, and why you should always disappoint him before you disappoint yourself.
In this episode I am joined by relationship and identity voach Samantha Hyam, to explore how self-worth shapes our dating lives. Discover why we unconsciously attract people who reflect our insecruriries and how to break free from old patterns.
In this episode, I'm joined by counsellor and psychotherapist Louise O’Connell to explore how your attachment style, formed in childhood, shapes the way you show up in relationships today.
From anxious texting habits to avoidant shutdowns, we unpack the different styles (secure, anxious, avoidant, disorganised), how they show up in dating, and most importantly, how they can change.
A candid conversation with Jennyfer Jay about her new book, Lessons I Learned from Dating Men. We talk about the dating experiences that inspired it, the chaos of modern dating, and why leaving in silence might just be your new superpower.
This week on Help Me I’m Dating, I’m joined by the brilliant Claire Snoddy - a costume supervisor with credits like Game of Thrones and How to Train Your Dragon, a mum of three, and the host of the In My Solo Era podcast.
After a 16-year marriage, closing her successful bridal business, and navigating heartbreak, Claire chose to rebuild - on her own terms. We talk about starting over in your 40s, solo travel, ghosting, dating app drama, TikTok trolls, and rediscovering your voice after grief.
Claire’s story is one of reinvention, resilience, and radical self-belief - a reminder that singlehood isn’t a failure, it’s a fresh start.
If you're in your solo era, this one’s for you.
In this episode of Help Me I’m Dating, Joanna chats with to yoga instructor Kat Hutchings about how yoga can help you regulate your emotions, deepen your self-love, and handle dating like a total queen.
We talk:
In this episode, we’re joined by TikTok creator Jen who turned heartbreak (and a spreadsheet of 50 dates) into a viral online sisterhood.
Jen shares what modern dating has taught her and what she wishes she’d known sooner.
From situationships with avoidant partners to learning how to trust her gut and reconnect with her inner child, this is an honest and reflective chat about the realities of dating today.
It’s one for anyone who’s ever felt disheartened, hopeful, or somewhere in between.
Ever felt like all the good ones are taken? Or like this is as good as it’s going to get? That’s scarcity mindset talking and it’s a sneaky saboteur in your dating life.
In this episode of Help Me I’m Dating, Joanna and Sam unpack what scarcity mindset actually is, how it shows up in dating (hi, situationships and anxiety spirals 👋), and why it often has more to do with self-worth than statistics.
They get into childhood conditioning, the fear of being alone, and how past relationships might be fuelling that “I have to settle” feeling. Plus, Sam shares practical ways to shift into an abundance mindset — where you start to trust that love is available, and you are already enough as you are.
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Think you can read between the lines of a guy’s dating profile? This week, Joanna and Sam break down the subtle (and not-so-subtle) clues hidden in men’s bios—from vague non-committal energy to straight-up red flags.
We’re also talking:
Swipe right on this episode for laughs, dating wisdom, and a reality check on those profiles filling your feed.
At first, it feels like a fairytale - intense affection, grand gestures, and promises of forever. But when the honeymoon phase fades, love bombing can leave you feeling confused, drained, and questioning everything.
In this episode, Joanna and Sam break down:
Plus, we talk about how attachment styles play a role, the love bombing cycle, and practical ways to protect yourself. If you’ve ever felt like a relationship was moving too fast but didn’t want to slow it down, this episode is for you.