Raw Over Romance

A relationship can end… but that doesn’t always mean everything it left behind disappears with it. In Episode 13 of Raw Over Romance , Host “O” talks about what happens after the relationship is over—the habits, fears, expectations, and lessons that can follow us into something new. Because sometimes the hardest part of moving on isn’t letting go of the person. It’s recognizing what the relationsh...

Everyone says they’re looking for the right person. But how many of us stop to ask if we’re actually ready for the relationship we’re asking for? In this episode of Raw Over Romance , Host “O” talks about what it really means to be ready to date. From healing after past relationships to recognizing the difference between protecting your peace and protecting your pain, this conversation challenges...

We’ve all done it. Met someone who had the look… The personality… The chemistry… And before we knew it… We weren’t falling in love with who they were. We were falling in love with who we hoped they’d become. In this episode, Host “O” talks about how potential can keep us in relationships longer than we should, why first impressions can be misleading, and how our own expectations sometimes become t...

Have you ever looked back at someone and wondered… Do I actually miss them… or do I miss the feeling they gave me? In this episode of Raw Over Romance, Host “O” explores one of the most misunderstood parts of relationships: the difference between love and attachment. Sometimes what keeps us stuck isn’t the person. It’s the routine. The comfort. The attention. The future we imagined. If you’ve ever...

Episode 9 – Can Men and Women Truly Be Friends? People have debated this question for years… Can men and women truly be friends? But what if we’ve been asking the wrong question all along? In this episode of Raw Over Romance, Host O dives into one of dating’s biggest debates. From friendships that turned into relationships… to relationships that should’ve stayed friendships… this conversation expl...

The talking stage has one job… To help you figure out whether the person you’re getting to know belongs in the future you’re trying to build. But somewhere along the way, it became the stage where people get hurt the most. In this episode of Raw Over Romance, Host O explores why the talking stage isn’t actually the problem. The real danger comes from unspoken expectations, mixed signals, and assum...

People always say they want old-school love… But have we gotten so used to avoiding one simple question: “What are we?” In this episode of Raw Over Romance, Host O explores the difference between situationships and real relationships, why false expectations develop, and how avoiding honest conversations can lead to confusion, disappointment, and wasted time. This episode dives into communication,...

Have you ever felt like you helped someone become a better person, only for someone else to experience the version you helped build? In Episode 6 of Raw Over Romance, Host O takes an honest look at what people call the “starter husband” or “starter wife.” But instead of focusing on who got the better version, this conversation shifts the perspective. What if every relationship changes both people?...

Everybody talks about moving on. But nobody talks about how different it feels depending on what side of the story you’re on. Sometimes you’re the one getting left behind. Sometimes you’re the one making the decision to walk away. And sometimes you’re the person they moved on with. In this episode of Raw Over Romance, Host “O” shares real-life experiences from all three perspectives and the lesson...

Have you ever had somebody from your past suddenly come back into your life? A text. A DM. A reaction to your story. And immediately you’re left wondering: Do they actually miss ME… or do they miss the role I played in their life? In this episode of Raw Over Romance, Host “O” dives into the difference between being genuinely missed and being conveniently remembered. We talk about: • Why people dou...

Episode 3: Judgmental vs. Not Your Type Have you ever met someone in person and instantly known there just wasn’t a spark? They seem great on paper. They’re kind, respectful, and haven’t done anything wrong—but something still feels off. So where’s the line between being judgmental and simply recognizing that someone isn’t your type? In this episode of Raw Over Romance, we unpack attraction, compa...

When are friends off limits after the person isnt interested… and when does it just hit too close to home? In Episode 2 of RAW OVER ROMANCE, Hosted by “O,” we dive into one of the most uncomfortable conversations in modern dating and friendships: Are friends really off limits? This episode touches on: - loyalty - boundaries - respect - dating within friend groups - emotional reactions - “bro code”...

Episode 1 — Dating Feels Fake I’m not gonna hold you… dating today doesn’t feel real anymore. In this first episode of Raw Over Romance, I break down why modern dating feels fake, from ghosting becoming the norm to people wasting time with no real intentions. We’re talking about unrealistic standards, lack of honesty, and why so many people say they want something real but move completely differen...