Geordie Lass & Doc Sass

Welcome to the Podcast!! It's the episode before I say I do ... Ten years together, one wedding on the horizon, and a whole lot of lessons about love! It's a very special episode of Geordie Lass & Doc Sass as Sara prepares to walk down the aisle and say "I do" for the second time. With wedding preparations in full swing, decision fatigue setting in, and Anna preparing to fly to Jersey (where t...

Welcome to the Podcast!!! People change. But what happens when you and your partner don't seem to be changing in the same direction? In this episode of Geordie Lass & Doc Sass, we're talking about growth, change and what happens when one person in a relationship seems determined to explore, develop and evolve, while the other is perfectly happy with life as it is. Does growing differently mean...

Who gets the best of you? Your colleagues? Your friends? Your children? Everyone else in your life? And then, by the time you get home, is there anything left for your partner? In this episode of Geordie Lass & Doc Sass, we explore what happens when the people we love most end up getting the tired, snappy or switched-off version of us while everyone else gets our energy, patience and charm. TH...

Why do we so often wait until our relationship is in crisis before we do something about it? In this episode of Geordie Lass & Doc Sass, we explore the slow, often almost invisible slide from feeling connected to simply going through the motions. Sometimes there’s a big event that knocks a relationship sideways. But often it’s much quieter. We stop making time for each other. Appreciation disa...

Is Alcohol Becoming the Third Person in Your Relationship? What happens when a glass of wine after work slowly becomes something much bigger? And how do you know when alcohol is no longer just part of your social life, but has become something that's standing between you and your partner? In this episode, Sara and Anna explore the impact alcohol can have on relationships. From the subtle signs tha...

If your sleep plan is getting in the way of your relationship, this episode is for you.

What happens when your relationship looks perfectly fine on paper, but something doesn't quite feel right? In this episode, we chat about the growing trend of the "Luddite boyfriend" and why having less of a social media presence is suddenly being seen as one of the biggest green flags in dating. Is being more present with your partner becoming more attractive than being permanently online? We als...

Welcome to the podcast! In this episode, Sara and Anna are back after a little recording pause, with Sara bringing her post-yoga-retreat glow from sunny Spain. Love Desk - A wedding story none of us would want to live through. A bride in Kent who was reportedly covered in black paint by her sister-in-law moments before walking down the aisle. Hot Topic: The 35-Minute Marriage Problem Exploring res...

Why More Couples Are Walking Away Later in Life   Welcome back to Geordie Lass & Doc Sass. This week, we’re doing something a little different… and a little special. Not only is this one of our feature-length deep-dive episodes, it’s also our first video podcast episode (yes, our actual faces). We will be launching this new channel soon.    And for this special, we’re unpacking a topic that is...

This week on Geordie Lass & Doc Sass, we’re chatting dating fatigue, AI partners, phone addiction, and whether technology is quietly getting in the way of the relationships we say matter most. From the rise of the “dating recession” to doom-scrolling our evenings away, we unpack how modern life is reshaping connection, intimacy, and the way we show up for each other. Plus, we answer a listener...

Welcome back to Geordie Lass & Doc Sass, the podcast where we chat all things love, relationships, connection and the messy bits in between. This week, we begin with a little spring energy, from daffodils in Jersey to sunshine in Athens, before settling into another honest and thoughtful conversation about modern relationships, everyday connection and the small things that matter more than mos...

Sara and Anna are back with even more thoughtful conversation, starting with great hair, trusted hairdressers, carnival glitter and a lovely Valentine’s weekend. Anna shares stories from carnival celebrations in Greece, complete with sparkle, music, day drinking and neighbourhood festivities, while Sara reflects on a sweet Valentine’s dinner at the restaurant where she and her fiancé had what he s...

Sara and Anna are back with another episode of Geordie Lass & Doc Sass, bringing their usual mix of humour, honesty and real talk about relationships.   The conversation begins with the collective relief of making it through January, reflections on Dry January discipline (or flexible discipline), and the feeling that the light is finally returning after the long winter months. But quickly the...

Welcome to Geordie Lass & Doc Sass. We’re officially rooted in 2026 and feeling hopeful about what this year might bring. After a couple of heavy-feeling years, we’re ready for more ease, more lightness, and maybe a little bit of magic.   Love Desk: The Dating Trends Shaping 2026 Apparently, 2026 is all about clarity, authenticity and emotional presence. We explore four emerging dating trends:...

Sara and Anna are back to their usual format, bringing laughter, honesty, and some surprisingly deep relationship truths, all starting with an unexpectedly emotional delivery… of bras. From lost packages miraculously reappearing, to reflections on joy in the small things, this episode weaves humour with meaningful insights about connection, trust, and the courage to be honest in relationships. Lov...

Sara and Anna are back with the 5th and final part of their special mini series, sharing ten practical relationship tips to help couples strengthen connection as they head into 2026.   Before diving in, there’s post Italy glow, food chat, sunshine, tiramisu, champagne, and that familiar January reality check where most New Year’s resolutions are already wobbling. Then it’s back to the heart of the...

Sara and Anna are back with Part 4 of their special five-part mini-series, sharing ten practical relationship tips to help couples strengthen connection as they head into 2026. Before diving in, there’s life-chat and laughter, septic tank chaos in Greece, emergency café bathroom trips, winter sunshine in Florence, wine windows, stretchy dresses and pre-holiday excitement. Then it’s back to the hea...

In Part 3 of this special mini series, Sara and Anna share rules 5 and 6 from their list of ten. These are the kind of relationship truths that land, then quietly stick with you for days. They begin with a quick catch-up about choppy paddleboarding conditions, warm weather that does not feel remotely Christmassy, and the fact that Christmas is fast approaching, whether either of them feels ready o...

In this episode of the five-part series, the hosts share practical coaching on building healthier relationships for 2026. They explore tip #3 — "keep no secrets" — discussing honesty, privacy boundaries, addiction and financial secrets, and when small white lies may be harmless. They then cover tip #4 — "give more than you take" — emphasising acts of service, daily small kindnesses, building emoti...

Episode 201 – Golden Rules for a Happy Relationship in 2026 (Part 1) Talk every day, fight the problem, not each other In this first episode of our new mini-series, we’re getting you “relationship match fit” for 2026. Over the next few weeks we’ll be sharing our golden rules for a happier, more connected relationship, and today we start with two of the most important ones: Talk every day – silence...

Welcome to the podcast! Sara and Anna are back, easing into autumn with slow mornings, hot drinks, and a chat about what happens when relationships lose their spark. From conflict tools to laughter yoga, this episode is filled with practical insights and real talk about keeping connection alive through all seasons. Love Desk: The Relationship Desk of Love brings us the 5-5-5 Method for conflict re...

Welcome to a special deep-dive episode. Sara & Anna are back, reflecting on the everyday reality of expectations. Where they come from, how they show up, and what happens when life doesn’t go to plan. Does life ever really measure up to expectation?  We explore: Why expectations often lead to disappointment (and why we rarely notice them forming) The “guess what I’m thinking” trap that leaves...

Welcome to the podcast! Sara’s wrapped up in jumpers, Anna’s still basking in the Greek sun, and between autumn showers and Mediterranean peaches, we’re diving into the realities of love, life, and expectations.   Love Desk: Three signs your relationship might have lost its spark (from Psychology Today). We discuss: When imagining life without your partner feels like relief rather than heartbreak...

Welcome to the podcast! Sara & Anna are back with a fresh dose of conversation and reflection. From the vibes of city life versus island chill, to what keeps us awake at 4 am, to how advertising quietly shapes our romantic expectations, we’re diving deep this week. Love Desk: We look at how advertising has shaped our romantic rituals: Why women began shaving legs and underarms (thanks to a Gil...

We’re back with late-summer vibes, a Jersey date-day report, and a conversation that matters: romance scams are on the rise. Think “Tinder Swindler” playbook, love bombing, urgency, and then the ask. We talk through what to watch for, how to protect yourself, and how to support someone you suspect is being targeted. Love Desk: 4 Modern Threats to Relationships Digital distraction is invading quali...