Sharleen Joynt and Andy Levine—aka "Shandy"—combine dating advice and reality show recaps for a fun analysis of modern romance.
Sharleen and Andy are two former commitment-phobes who have now been married for over a decade. They don’t believe in fate, soulmates, or The One. So how did they wind up so happily married? They learned the tough dating lessons by living them—and they have the stories to prove it!
Have a relationship quandary or Am-I-The-Asshole question? Get no-holds-barred, non-judgmental advice in their fan-favorite Q&A episodes and Caller sessions.
As an iconic former Bachelor contestant, Sharleen brings her insider knowledge (combined with Andy's hilarious commentary) to deliver what are hands-down the best Reality TV recaps in the business. They interview reality TV (or reality-adjacent) couples in double-date style episodes called Love Fests. New episodes drop every Thursday, and during TV seasons, twice a week.
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Love Is Blind Netherlands: Episodes 1-5 Recap & Review - Ep 495
Episode 495
Monday, October 5, 2026 • Duration 01:22:50
Shandy is back with their world-famous recaps! You asked for Love Is Blind Netherlands, and now you shall receive! Today Shandy is breaking down Batch 1, aka Episodes 1-5.
Dear Shandy Turns 6! Anniversary Q&A Answering YOUR Questions! - Ep 494
Episode 494
Thursday, October 1, 2026 • Duration 01:07:09
It's that time of year again... Dear Shandy is officially 6 years old, and what better way to celebrate than to answer YOUR questions! We polled you over on Instagram and received Qs about us, our relationship, the podcast, Ruby, and everything in between! Thank you, Shandies, for 6 WHOLE YEARS of laughs, kinship and community. We absolutely adore you! Come join us in our living room to chat!
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Q&A! Backing Out As Maid Of Honor & Is It OK To Flirt While Married? - Ep 492
Episode 492
Thursday, September 24, 2026 • Duration 01:24:34
It's Q&A time! We're back, answering YOUR burning questions!
You're dating a guy but can't tell if the pit in your stomach is dread or butterflies... is it your anxiety or the infamous Ick? You regret agreeing to being your childhood friend's Maid Of Honor. Is it ever OK to back out of the role? You're a devoted daughter but your dreams extend beyond your duty. Between the crushing guilt and the desire to break free, which one wins? You're a mom of two young men and worry about their dating prospects—Shandy weighs in on your worries! Finally, you're married with kids but find yourself enjoying flirty banter with a co-worker. Is a workplace crush harmless fun or playing with fire? Come join us in our living room for good conversation and the Shandy take!
Interested in getting the Shandy take but don't want to appear on the podcast? Email dearshandy@gmail.com for information about Shandy Off The Record sessions.
A special thank you to our sponsors...
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If you have a relationship question, write us at: dearshandy@gmail.com
Caller 📞 Sessions! "I Dated Him For 6 Months... But We Never Met" - Ep 490
Episode 490
Thursday, September 17, 2026 • Duration 54:58
It's CALLER DAY! 📞 Today we're joined by lovely caller Dani who has been dating a guy for 6 months. Except... she's never actually met him?? Was he never interested enough to progress things further, or was she too guarded? Listen on for the Shandy take!
Interested in getting the Shandy take but don't want to appear on the podcast? Email dearshandy@gmail.com for information about Shandy's new Off The Record sessions!
If you have a relationship question, write us at: dearshandy@gmail.com
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Q&A! Confessing To Cheating A Decade Later & Crushing On Your BFF's Boyfriend - Ep 489
Episode 489
Thursday, September 10, 2026 • Duration 01:20:17
It's Q&A time! We're back, answering YOUR burning questions!
You're happily married with kids but you carry a secret from a decade ago, before starting a family. Is it worth rocking the boat to tell the truth all these years later? If you like your coworker but hate how she ALWAYS cuts you off, what's the best way to fix her social faux-pas? Your mother-in-law keeps cornering you to trauma dump—how do you draw the line between devoted daughter-in-law and de facto therapist? And what to do when you can't stop crushing on your best friend's dashing boyfriend? Come join us in our living room for good conversation and the Shandy take!
Interested in getting the Shandy take but don't want to appear on the podcast? Email dearshandy@gmail.com for information about Shandy Off The Record sessions.
A special thank you to our sponsors...
- Go to https://cozyearth.com and use code SHANDY for an exclusive 20% off on home and sleepwear!
Love Is Blind UK S3: REUNION Recap & Review - Ep 488
Episode 488
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 • Duration 48:16
Shandy is back with their world-famous recaps! You asked for Love Is Blind UK, and now you shall receive! Today Shandy is breaking down the Reunion, aka Episode 11.
If you have a relationship question, write us at: dearshandy@gmail.com
Love Is Blind UK S3: FINALE - Episodes 9 & 10 Recap & Review - Ep 487
Episode 487
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 • Duration 01:06:25
Shandy is back with their world-famous recaps! You asked for Love Is Blind UK, and now you shall receive! Today Shandy is breaking down the grand Finale, aka Episodes 9 & 10.
Thank you to our sponsors...
- Go to https://fabletics.com/SHANDY for 70-80% off everything as a new VIP!
- Go to https://cozyearth.com and use code SHANDY for an exclusive 20% off!
Time stamps...
0:00 - Housekeeping
2:20 - Episode 9
29:53 - Episode 10
58:00 - Shandy’s Reunion Predictions
1:02:04 - Who We Would Go For
If you have a relationship question, write us at: dearshandy@gmail.com
Subscribe and watch the episodes on YouTube! https://bit.ly/SubscribeDearShandy
Love Is Blind UK S3: Episodes 5-8 Recap & Review - Ep 486
Episode 486
Monday, August 24, 2026 • Duration 01:45:35
Shandy is back with their world-famous recaps! You asked for Love Is Blind UK, and now you shall receive! Today Shandy is breaking down the first half of Batch 1, aka Episodes 5-8.
Thank you to our sponsors...
- Go to https://shopremi.com/SHANDY and use CODE SHANDY to get 55% off your new night guard from now until the end of August with Remi Club Subscribe & Save!
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