In this episode, Lauren and Bree sit down with Bethany to discuss her powerful story of resilience and self-discovery. Bethany opens up about repeatedly finding herself in relationships where she unknowingly became “the other woman,” including a painful experience involving a member of church leadership. She also shares her journey of becoming a young mother and the challenges she faced after being abandoned by her child’s father. Through it all, Bethany’s story highlights the strength it takes to overcome betrayal and rebuild with courage and grace.

In this special live episode, Lauren and Bree host an event at Blue Apple Books featuring Licensed Professional Counselor Teresa Williams. Audience members and online listeners submitted thoughtful questions about betrayal, healing, and personal growth. Together, they engage in an honest and heartfelt discussion on navigating the aftermath of betrayal and finding a path forward. A special thank-you to everyone who joined us in person and supported this live recording.

In this episode, Lauren and Bree share personal life updates and discuss the ongoing fallout from “Dick” and his toxic behavior. Lauren opens up about how his actions continue to impact her and other women he’s currently involved with, while Bree offers a candid look into her own dating life—including the unexpected attention she’s still getting from exes and their families on social media. Tune in to catch up with your favorite podcast besties as they get real about love, boundaries, and moving forward.

In this episode, Lauren and Bree sit down with Licensed Professional Therapist Suzanne Fortnum to discuss the dangers of romanticizing relationships. They explore the importance of falling in love with who a person truly is, rather than the potential of who we hope they could become. Suzanne sheds light on how fairytale-style romances can sometimes mask red flags—such as love bombing or toxic dynamics—and why it’s crucial to slow down when things move too fast. Tune in to learn how to recognize the signs of an unhealthy relationship and understand what truly builds the foundation for a healthy, lasting connection.

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of domestic violence and abuse. Listener discretion is advised. In this episode, Lauren and Bree sit down with Aolani, who shares her powerful story of surviving a violent and traumatic relationship that left her hospitalized. After enduring years of abuse, Aolani found the courage to leave—with the support of her family, friends, and for the sake of her young child. Determined to break the cycle of abuse, she chose to rebuild her life and create a safer future for her child. However, Aolani’s journey continues as she navigates the ongoing challenges of co-parenting with her abuser. Her story is one of strength, survival, and resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity

In this episode, Lauren and Bree continue the conversation by speaking with Sarah, the first ex-wife of the same man from Samara’s story in the previous episode. Sarah endured severe domestic violence during her marriage, facing both emotional and physical abuse that made her life unbearable. With the help of supportive friends and family, she was able to break free and reclaim her life. Today, Sarah is happily remarried to a loving and supportive partner, and her journey is a testament to courage, resilience, and hope beyond trauma.

In this episode, Lauren and Bree sit down with Samara to share her powerful story of survival. Samara endured both physical and emotional domestic violence at the hands of a man who, with his mother, plotted to take her life. Despite his history of abuse toward multiple partners—and even facing an active investigation for threatening a previous wife—Samara continues to be entangled with him due to their shared child and the challenges of a flawed court system. Through strength, resilience, and the support of her community, Samara is not only surviving but thriving. She now runs Blissful Ventures LLC, where she creates and sells all-natural soaps and candles, helping to fund her legal battles and provide for her daughter. We are honored to share her journey—and can personally attest to the quality of her incredible products.

In this episode, Lauren and Bree sit down with Angie to share her powerful story of survival. What began as a friendship turned into a nightmare when she was sexually assaulted and physically abused by someone she trusted. For years, she was silenced by intimidation and fear, but today, Angie bravely speaks out. Her journey is one of resilience, strength, and courage; a reminder of the importance of breaking the silence and shedding light on experiences many others are not fortunate enough to escape.

In today’s episode, Lauren and Bree sit down with Anna as she courageously shares the trauma she endured at the end of her 20-year marriage. Her husband’s repeated infidelity was compounded by threats to both her life and his own, including a terrifying incident where he held a firearm to her. To make matters worse, Anna faced harassment from the mistress, who was fully aware of his marriage. Anna’s story is one of resilience and survival in the face of multiple forms of abuse and trauma. Today, she stands as a testament to healing, having found a healthy, loving relationship that reminds us there truly can be light after the darkness.

In today’s episode, Lauren and Bree sit down with Samantha to discuss her surprising experience after divorce. What began as a new relationship quickly unraveled when she discovered the man she was seeing was already married. Instead of letting betrayal divide them, Samantha and his wife chose to stand together, forming an unexpected friendship and confronting him directly. This episode highlights the power of solidarity, the strength of women supporting women, and the importance of holding men accountable for their actions.

In this episode, Lauren and Bree sit down with Megan from the United Kingdom to share her powerful story of resilience and love. A survivor of multiple strokes and three open-heart surgeries, Megan also lives with antiphospholipid syndrome. Throughout her journey, her now-husband stood unwaveringly by her side, offering steadfast support, compassion, and true unconditional love, even in life’s most difficult moments. In an era where such devotion is rare, Megan’s story is both inspiring and deeply moving. We are honored to bring her voice and experience to our listeners.

This week on the podcast, Lauren and Bree are joined once again by Licensed Professional Counselor Teresa Williams for a powerful conversation on forgiveness. Together, they explore what forgiveness truly means and what it doesn't. Teresa offers insight into the emotional complexity of the process, emphasizing that forgiveness is often difficult, requires patience, and may not always be fully attainable, and that’s okay. The discussion also delves into who forgiveness is really for, highlighting that it's not about excusing those who have caused harm, but rather about healing for oneself. Don’t miss this thoughtful and honest episode.

In this week’s episode, Bree and Lauren sit down with Megan for part two of a deeply important and emotional conversation about navigating extremely difficult life experiences. Please be advised: this episode contains discussions of rape and sexual assault, which may be triggering for some listeners. We encourage you to prioritize your mental health and if this topic is too heavy, it’s okay to skip this one. If you or someone you know has experienced domestic violence or sexual assault, please know you are not alone. There are resources and support available to help you through the National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233.

In this week’s episode, Bree and Lauren sit down with Megan for a deeply important and emotional conversation about navigating extremely difficult life experiences. Please be advised: this episode contains discussions of rape and sexual assault, which may be triggering for some listeners. We encourage you to prioritize your mental health and if this topic is too heavy, it’s okay to skip this one. If you or someone you know has experienced domestic violence or sexual assault, please know you are not alone. There are resources and support available to help you through the National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233.

In this week’s episode, Lauren and Bree welcome back Licensed Professional Counselor Teresa Williams for a powerful conversation on managing anger after betrayal. Teresa offers practical strategies to process intense emotions in a healthy, constructive way. From calming techniques to mindset shifts, she shares tools to help listeners move from reactive to resilient. Her core message is clear: you can choose to be a victor, not a victim.

This week on the podcast, Lauren and Bree sit down with Jane to discuss her powerful journey through two toxic marriages, both marked by infidelity. Jane shares how she found the strength to rebuild her life, heal, and eventually meet a man who showed her what real love looks like: safe, secure, and genuine. Now, three years into a healthy and fulfilling relationship, Jane’s story is a testament to resilience and hope. Even in the darkest moments, good partners do exist, and the right one will always show up with consistency, respect, and love.

In this episode, Lauren and Bree sit down with Anne to discuss a past relationship that unexpectedly resurfaced fourteen years later through an out-of-the-blue direct message. They explore how narcissistic individuals often reappear, particularly when they sense you’re thriving and their current sources of validation have dried up. Anne shares her journey of healing from emotional trauma and reflects on how her life has evolved for the better, far beyond what she ever imagined had she remained in that relationship.

In this episode, Lauren and Bree welcome back therapist Suzanne Fortnum of Suzanne Fortnum Consulting for an insightful conversation on navigating the emotional complexities of toxic relationships. Together, they explore the difficult realization that a partner may not be the person you initially fell in love with, and how this shift can impact your emotional well-being. The discussion delves deeper into the role of narcissism and its influence on processing the end of a relationship and finding closure.

From the outside, it looked like love, but behind closed doors, it was an emotionally draining and deeply unstable relationship. Laura’s story this week is about her former partner’s addiction and how it created a cycle of denial, manipulation, and broken promises. Every relapse brought another round of apologies, and every apology gave her hope things might finally change. But they didn’t. Eventually, she came to a difficult truth that no amount of love can fix someone who isn’t willing to face their own demons. She exhausted herself trying to support him, losing pieces of herself along the way.