Everyone Has An Ex

Did you have a best friend who was once your whole world… until they weren't? The friend you spoke to every day. The one who knew your secrets, your family, your dreams, and every version of you. The person you thought would be standing beside you for the rest of your life. Then something happened. Maybe there was a betrayal. Maybe you drifted apart. Maybe the friendship ended in a single m...

TW: This episode discusses domestic violence, drug use and other explicit content, and is strictly for over 18s. If you or anyone you know needs support, there is a list of services below.  We all have a type. Tall, dark, blonde, tradies, “the nice guy”—the list goes on. But Tessa’s type didn’t fit neatly into any of those boxes. Hers came with a certain edge&hel...

TW: This episode discusses suicide and won’t be for everyone. If you or anyone you know needs support, there is a list of services below.  There’s something special about meeting someone later in life. You have a stronger sense of who you are, shaped by everything you’ve been through—the highs, the lows—and you move with a kind of calm confidence that just fits....

Sleep — a time to rest, recover, and reset, allowing you to wake refreshed and ready to face a brand new day. That elusive eight hours we all strive for, filled with dreams that quietly keep us company through the night. But for Cindy, sleep wasn’t a luxury. It was something a little more complicated And while those complications can steal those dreams away - what you don’t expec...

Freedom—there’s nothing quite like it. Especially at the beginning of a new romance, when everything feels light, electric, and full of possibility.  But freedom can easily be taken for granted, overlooked or underappreciated. And like everything - there’s no guarantee it will last forever. And if or when that sense of freedom starts to slip away, the consequences don’...

Power is an interesting thing when it comes to relationships. It can be shared, moved around when life and circumstances change, it can even be kinda hot. But the key to navigating different power dynamics is in balance. So when a relationship starts with the scales very much one way, it can prove near impossible to shift it, and all of a sudden you can find yourself nowhere near the driver’...

There’s nothing quite like the instant connection you feel when you meet someone and just know they could be “your person.” It’s a bond that runs deep—felt emotionally, intellectually, and physically—so powerful that, together, you feel capable that you can conquer anything and everything. But with a connection this strong, it’s easy to overlook a few sign...

What makes a perfect partner? Does the person you meet, catch feelings for and see a life with have to be perfect from the start? Or do you look at potential imperfections and think “I can fix them”? Especially when said imperfections are ones you have dealt with yourself? That’s Jen. She’s what we’d call “a fixer”. The connection she had with Steve was st...

Relationships can be a lot like games — you win some, you lose some, and just when you think you know the rules, they change. There are highs, lows, and the occasional plot twist you don’t see coming.  But the thing about games is when they’re over, you usually get a clean slate — a chance to reset and start again. But sometimes, just when it’s over… that&...

“In sickness and in health.” Words usually reserved for traditional wedding vows — not the beginning of a relationship in your early twenties. But for Lucy and Lars, that was exactly how their story began. The thing about being sick in your twenties is that you carry an unshakable belief that you’ll bounce back. You’re young, after all. But what happens when the illne...

Communication is often touted as the number one maker or breaker of any relationship. And Ava and Aaron had it nailed. So when open communication is the number one thing you’ve always had, what does it do to a relationship when all of a sudden, one party decides to keep something hidden? Literally hidden, under lock and key. Email us: everyonehasanex@mintymedia.com.au Follow us: @everyonehas...

The wait is almost over — a brand new season of  Everyone Has An Ex  is coming your way. This season, we’re bringing you our most scandalous, wildest, and most heartbreaking stories yet. From wicked twists to wizardry… infidelity to first times… secrets to sabotage… and mind games to mystery illnesses. Nothing is off-limits. We’ll deliver the good,...

Do you have a crazy ex story, a break-up that has caused jaws to fall to the floor or a nightmare dating experience you’d like to share?  If the answer is yes, you need to call the Everyone Has an Ex Hotline and leave us a voice note with your story! Click on the link below, leave your voice note, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode. We can’t wait to hear your sto...

There are some love stories that just tug at the old heart strings. Nothing crazy, nothing dramatic, just old fashioned just boy meets girl, they fall in love, and the rest is history. But the thing with fairytales is we never get the WHOLE story. Is there really such a thing as Happily Ever After … forever? Email us: everyonehasanex@mintymedia.com.au Follow us: @everyonehasanex TW: This ep...

The Relationship Guy. An elusive, rare breed in this day and age - the guy who loves being someone’s person, who wants and enjoys the simplicity and comfort of being with a partner - no questioning if he likes you, no wondering how long you should wait to text - no drama. And once you’re at this level of comfort, it’s all smooth sailing. He’s The Relationship Guy, after all...

Patterns. They’re what keep us grounded — the familiar rhythms that shape our routines and relationships. When they’re good, they bring comfort, joy, and a sense of home. And honestly, you just can’t get enough of them. But the thing about patterns is — not all of them are good. Some sneak up on you, starting small, barely noticeable at first. Then, before you realise...

Religion. We often talk about the role it plays in a relationship - two people coming from different backgrounds with different beliefs. But when you find the right person, differences in belief systems don’t mean a thing, if you know you want to be together. So when a relationship starts - and progresses - with that being the only difference, you’d never expect it to be something else...

Sometimes in life, you might feel like you’re missing a certain something but not be up for the fuss and mess and commitment that a real relationship may bring. Enter the situationship. A bit of fun with a nice person who makes you feel good, no strings attached. But life often has its way of making even them messy. Sometimes it’s because of feelings getting involved. Sometimes it&rsqu...

First love - remember that? The innocent fun, the inseparability, the rush of emotions, and all those unforgettable firsts. For Suzy and John, that was exactly what it was like. The thing about first love is that one of the “firsts” is the breakup - a rite of passage, but never an easy one. But what happens when you go through two breakups at once? One with your ex, and another with so...

Belief systems run deep within us, etched into our nature and reinforced through our upbringing. We are moulded by the adults who surround us, people who, often with the best of intentions, shape our understanding of the world and pass down the lessons of life. But sometimes, the very truths you were raised on harden into lies, and you’re left with no choice but to unlearn them, because your...

When friendship turns into love, it feels less like a leap and more like coming home. There is risk in crossing that line, but when it works, love born from friendship carries a rare intimacy - and that was the case for Simone and Antony. But when lovers turn into strangers, it’s the most painful and quiet heartbreak of all. That person you knew so intimately, relied on so heavily, was now s...

Matchmaking: we've all attempted it, and we've all probably been set up before. But when you enlist the help of professionals, they just might deliver exactly what you've been looking for. At least, that's what happened for Liv and Ali. But, dear listener, matchmaking is a game of two halves. How you look on paper is only surface level, and when you scratch that surface, surprises await. Some are...

Starting fresh. It’s a wonderful, scary and exciting thing. You can leave an old life behind and start discovering a whole new way of living, new experiences, finding new people and finding yourself. But while those new experiences may seem fun and exciting in the beginning, they can take a dark and dangerous turn.  Email us: everyonehasanex@mintymedia.com.au Follow us: @everyonehasanex...

We’ve all heard the saying: if it seems too good to be true, it probably is. But isn’t that a terrible way to look at life? Because if you go into everything with negativity, you might miss the best thing that could ever happen. But, dear listener, the saying is a saying for a reason. What if sometimes when your gut is telling you this may all be just TOO good… it is? Email us:...

Moving in together. Some do it quickly, some choose to wait a while. For Fiona and Steve, it was the former, wasting no time in creating their own special memories and routines. Plus, it really is the best way to really get to know someone. But even though you share a space, there are always places to hide secrets. Secrets that when found, will have you questioning whether you ever really knew tha...