The Divorce Social – Details, episodes & analysis

The Divorce Social is back for Season 12!

"I stayed in the house we had together, but I bought him out. Then I had this weird thing with all these memories in the house, and now it's mine. So I redecorated to reclaim the space."

To kick us off, Samantha is joined by the writer and comedian, Amy Mason. The pair discuss Amy's experience of divorcing during the COVID pandemic, the importance of decent friendships and bond over their mutual love of Farrow & Ball paint.

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To conclude season 11, Sam is joined by the brilliant actress, comedian and writer, Arabella Weir.

Arabella is very honest about her experience of divorce, becoming great friends with her ex-husband and all the sadness that happened in-between. She also hilariously shares how, when spending time with men, she now draws the line at dinner and some nice wine.

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"I'd like life to be great, I think life can be great and I'd like to try and find that"

Founder, speaker, author and podcaster Liz Earle joins Samantha Baines to talk for the first time openly about her two divorces. The two discuss her new book A Better Second Half, divorce, children and dating. Liz explains where she was in her life during her divorces, her motivation for ending those marriages and also others reactions.

Liz's Book: A Better Second Half

available now from all good bookstores

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Samantha Baines talks through her emotions and divorce journey during the recording of series 2. She picks out her series highlights and gives us the lowdown on the London Podcast Festival live episode which is coming soon.

Series 3 is on its way!

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"I went to another realm of orgasm" - Kerry Howard

Kerry Howard joins Samantha Baines to sing and be joyous about divorce. An honest conversation about taking time for yourself, dating and what you wear to court. Samantha is very excited to hear about a new level of orgasm and the two discuss dating and divorcing in the public eye. Someone googled Kerry on a date, right in front of her too! A lively, fun and funny episode of the smash hit podcast.

Trigger warnings:

rape

bulimia

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"I accidentally sent a picture of my vagina to my neighbour" - Helen Thorn

Helen Thorn (one half of Scummy Mummies) joins Samantha Baines for this hilarious chat. The two comedians talk dick pics, sending their own naughty photos, internet dating, bawling your eyes out and why we should all make friends with Australians. Our freshest guest yet, Helen's separation was only six months ago so she discusses being newly single in lockdown, shock breakups and the moment they told the kids. A touching, honest and very funny episode.

This episode is sponsored by Frolo - the new app for single parents

Come and see The Divorce Club Live at the London Podcast Festival, 9.30pm 26th September 2020, Kings Cross, London.

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"I have sent thank you texts to people I went on dates with years later" - Sara Duchovnay

Opera singer Sara Duchovnay joins Sam from the US to chat divorce. The two discuss the logistics of going on 8 dates in 6 days and what happens when two opera singers get married. Sara explains that she married her first boyfriend and the learning curve she went on post-divorce being single for the first time in her life as well as why second marriages are the best and the fun of organising an inter-faith wedding. Sara brings tons of positivity and an infectious energy to this discussion and even explains how divorce helped her set up a new business! Have you ever heard of a divorce ring? Well you have now!

Come and see The Divorce Club Live at the London Podcast Festival, 9.30pm 26th September 2020, Kings Cross, London.

You can also live stream the session from anywhere in the world.

To book go to www.kingsplace.co.uk

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"I am giving you ten years for you to change and if you don't I will leave you" - Annie Kashamura

Trigger warning: domestic violence

Gender Equality specialist and activist Annie Kashamura joins Samantha Baines for a powerful conversation about Annie's inspiring story of overcoming abuse. Beginning with her marriage in the Congo, Annie explains some of the laws that trap women in difficult situations in her home country as well discussing her eventual asylum to Canada with her children. A shocking and brutally honest discussion about the depths of marriage horror, violence and the uplifting freedom after a battle to survive. A truly important listen and a surprisingly positive one too.

To follow Annie's current campaigns go to:

www.invictusequality

www.igddcongo.org

If you are affected by abuse please speak to someone.

Women's Aid : www.womensaid.org.uk

National Domestic Abuse Helpline : 0808 2000 247

The Men's Advice Line (for male domestic abuse survivors) : 0808 801 0327

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"I can't buy a whole loaf of bread anymore" - Sundari

Sundari joins Samantha Baines to chat divorce and their mutual love of naps. The two share lots of personal stories and Sundari talks about waiting too long, mental health and why whole loaves of bread make her sad. Samantha and Sundari highlight the similarities and a few differences in their divorce experiences, especially as they are of a similar age. Interesting to hear of Sundari's South Asian heritage and the fear of telling her Mum she was divorced as well as planning and going to weddings during the process! An honest and chatty episode that delves deep into the very worst moments of depression (please see trigger warnings).

Trigger warnings:

depression

suicide

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"Do I want orchids in the house, yes I want them everywhere" - Candice Gallimore

Candice joins us all the way from Australia to chat divorce and her love of orchids with Sam. Candice discusses her imposter syndrome, same sex marriage and spending sprees. An interesting insight into getting married before it was legal and the complications that come with laws changing in different parts of the world as well as growing up in a gay household and campaigning for same sex marriage whilst you are in the midst of a divorce. Another light-hearted and enlightening conversation.

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