James Preece

Love Machine : Dating, Relationships and Living Your Best Life

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Love Machine is the dating, relationship and confidence podcast hosted by James Preece, the UK’s leading Dating Coach and Relationship Expert with over 21 years of experience helping singles and couples create better love lives. Each week, James explores fun, honest and practical ways to bring more love into your life, whether that means finding the right person, feeling more confident, improving your relationships, or simply enjoying life a little more. If you are single, dating, using dating apps, recovering from heartbreak, confused by mixed signals, dealing with red flags, trying to unders...

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James Preece

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www.jamespreece.com

Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

Your Nervous System and Mindset is Choosing Your Partners for You 06.07.2026

Are You Settling In Love Without Even Realising? In this lively episode of The Love Machine, James Preece teams up with Nicole Simpson from Rooted In Love Matchmaking for a game-changing chat all about dating mindset. Discover why your dating mindset could be the most important thing standing between you and a brilliant relationship, and how to tell if your thoughts are helping or sabotaging your...

Why You Keep Ending Up In Situationships - And How To Finally Break The Pattern 29.06.2026

Are You Caught Up In A Confusing Situationship? On this episode of The Love Machine, James Preece dives deep into the world of modern "situationships" - those muddled in-between connections that look a bit like relationships but feel like a romantic guessing game. Why do we keep falling for people who are warm one day, cold the next? How does hope become the most expensive dating habit? Listen as...

Why More People Are Questioning Monogamy - And What Open Relationships Can Teach Us About Love 22.06.2026

What If Everything You Think You Know About Relationships Is Just The Beginning? This episode of The Love Machine is a cheeky and thought-provoking adventure into the vibrant world of non monogamy . Speaker B sits down with relationship coach Speaker A to uncover what really happens when you ditch the rulebook and explore open relationships, ENM, throuples, and the global play party scene. Ever wo...

Why Some People Effortlessly Attract Love - And How to Build Those Qualities Yourself 15.06.2026

Why Do Some People Just Radiate Attraction? Ever wondered what really makes someone irresistible? On this episode of The Love Machine, host James Preece teams up with top dating and relationship coach Sophia Bloom to unravel the buzz around attraction . If you've ever felt invisible or puzzled by why others light up a room, this episode is for you. Dive in as James and Sophia dig into the science...

How Women Can Break Trauma Bonds, Trust Themselves Again, And Finally Find Healthy Love 08.06.2026

Are You Mistaking Emotional Chaos For Chemistry? Join James Preece, the UK's leading Dating Coach, as he sits down with Sarah Harkness for a refreshingly honest chat about dating after trauma. If you've ever wondered why you keep falling for the wrong type or struggle to trust yourself after a painful breakup, this episode is essential listening. You'll hear Sarah's unfiltered journey through her...

The Red Flags You’re Ignoring Aren’t Small - They’re Training You to Betray Yourself 01.06.2026

Is That Really a Red Flag or Just Your Nervous System Sounding the Alarm? This week on The Love Machine Podcast, James Preece sits down with the brilliant trauma-informed relationship recovery coach and author, Romilly Golding, for an eye-opening episode all about spotting the true relationship red flag before it's too late. Have you ever caught yourself making excuses for that subtle criticism or...

The Stylist’s Secret: Easy Ways To Instantly Elevate Your Look And Boost Attraction 25.05.2026

What Does Your Personal Style Say Before You Even Say Hello? Get ready to unlock the secret to instant attraction in this energising episode of The Love Machine! This week, James Preece sits down with personal stylist and colour analyst Jo Novak to reveal how the right style changes can transform your love life before you ever open your mouth. The hot topic? Personal Style - and how it’s your ulti...

The Dating App Mistakes That Are Quietly Costing You Great Matches 18.05.2026

Ever Wonder Why Dating Apps Can Feel Like Romantic Slot Machines? Ready to crack the code on dating apps? In this episode, James Preece gives you the insider advice you wish you’d known before your first swipe. Discover the dating app mistakes that might be quietly killing your chances at finding love, from bland bios to lukewarm selfies that do you zero favours. You’ll laugh, nod and maybe cringe...

Your Dating Profile Photos SUCK - Simple Fixes That Get More Matches 11.05.2026

Do Your Dating Profile Photos Really Show Who You Are? If you've ever found yourself wondering why your matches just aren't happening, this episode of The Love Machine podcast has the answer. Join James Preece as he welcomes professional photographer Stacey Ivy to dive deep into the world of dating profile photos - the secret weapon that can make or break first impressions. Discover what makes a p...

Why Smart Singles Are Mixing Matchmakers And Dating Apps To Find Love Faster 04.05.2026

Are Dating Apps Really the Secret Sauce to Finding Love? On this episode of The Love Machine, James Preece sits down with top matchmaker and online dating app expert Hayley Hurst for a smart, lively deep dive into the world of modern matchmaking. They dig into how blending matchmaking and dating apps can be a game-changer for singles who are tired of endless swiping and digital dead ends. Tune in...

Swiping is Dead! How Singles Events Are Making Dating Human Again 27.04.2026

Do You Wish Dating Events Actually Led To Real Connections? Tired of endless dating app swipes that go nowhere? In this lively episode of The Love Machine, James Preece chats with singles event expert Jema Avedian, founder of DateWildly, to reveal why dating events are making a big comeback. Find out how you can meet singles in a fun, relaxed setting - and finally get the follow-through you crave...

Ethical Non-Monogamy EXPOSED: How To Build Exciting, Guilt-Free Relationships 20.04.2026

Is This Freedom or Just Chaos - Could Ethical Non-Monogamy Be for You? Get ready to dive into the world of ethical non-monogamy as James Preece welcomes the brilliant Daniella Guimaraes, founder of Velvet Ties - the world's first ethical non-monogamy matchmaking service. This episode is packed with playful curiosity and real answers on why more people than ever are exploring ethical non-monogamy....

Dating in Your 30s, 40s, and 50s: The Real Truth Nobody Tells You! 13.04.2026

Is Dating Really That Different In Your 30s, 40s, And 50s? If you've ever wondered why dating feels more confusing (and honestly, more interesting) as you get older, this is the episode for you! Join world-leading dating coach James Preece and special guest matchmaker Debra Mansfield as they dive into the nuances of dating at every stage of life. From navigating urgency in your 30s, sharper bounda...

The Shocking Truth About Your Dating Profile: Why You're Not Attracting The Right Matches 05.04.2026

What Subtle Signals Is Your Dating Profile Really Sending? Ever wondered why your dating profile is bursting with matches but not the kind you actually want? In this unmissable episode of The Love Machine, dating coach James Preece welcomes the fabulous Rachel Mailer to uncover the psychology behind every swipe. With "dating profile" secrets at the heart of their conversation, you’ll learn how sma...

Why You Keep Dating The Same Person In A Different Body - And How To Finally Break The Pattern 30.03.2026

Why Do We Keep Repeating The Same Dating Patterns? This episode of The Love Machine podcast is a must-listen if you've ever wondered why the same dating patterns pop up in every relationship, leaving you scratching your head. James Preece dives into the world of emotional self-awareness and healthy dating boundaries with Briana Longe and Maya Gusinac, the brilliant minds behind HeyLina. They revea...

Dating After Loss: Why Widows Are Finally Getting a Dating App That Understands Them 23.03.2026

Is Love Possible After Loss? In this unforgettable episode of The Love Machine, join world-renowned dating coach James Preece as he chats with tech entrepreneur and widow, Nicky Wake. Dive deep into the world of widow dating and discover how Nicky built the groundbreaking Chapter 2 dating app exclusively for widows and widowers. You'll hear powerful stories about finding hope after heartbreak, the...

Why Touch, Stretching and Stress Release Are the Missing Pieces in Modern Relationships 16.03.2026

Could Couple Stretching Really Transform Your Relationship? This episode of The Love Machine dives deep into the world of couple stretching and why it might be the missing link to more connection and less stress in your love life. James Preece welcomes expert Yulia Yumalova, founder of Bali Body Club, who reveals how “stretching” isn’t just about touching your toes—it’s about touching your partner...

Confident On The Outside, Terrified On The Inside. The Hidden Fear Stopping Men From Dating 09.03.2026

What Happens When Fear Quietly Sabotages Men's Sex Lives? This episode of The Love Machine dives deep into the world of sexual anxiety for men - a rarely discussed but hugely important topic. James Preece sits down with Alex Gear, an intimacy and anxiety coach for men, who isn’t afraid to get honest about his own journey with sexual anxiety and how he turned things around. They explore why men oft...

Escaping The Cool Girl Cage: Why It’s Costing You Love, Confidence And Self-Worth 02.03.2026

Why Do You Still Think About That One Person Who Broke Your Heart? Dive into this thought-provoking episode of The Love Machine, where James Preece sits down with Italian film publicist and author Carmen Audino to unravel the mysteries behind irresistible attraction and why so many of us get stuck in the "cool girl" cage. You'll hear about the quirky origins of Carmen's self help journey, how pop...

300 Reasons to Keep Believing Celebration 300 Episodes of Real Dating Struggles & Hope 23.02.2026

Is Modern Dating Draining You More Than It Should? Welcome to episode 300 of The Love Machine podcast, where world-leading dating coach and relationship expert James Preece candidly celebrates this milestone in true down-to-earth style. Prepare for a fun, honest look at the rollercoaster of dating, relationships and everything in between. From tackling mixed messages and disappointing patterns, to...

Your Relationship Pattern Is Choosing for You - Break It Before Dating Again 16.02.2026

Why Do We Keep Attracting The Wrong People After Every Breakup? If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in a cycle of heartbreak - wondering why the same relationship patterns keep popping up no matter how hard you try to break free - this is the episode for you! In this eye-opening chat, host James Preece sits down with former therapist turned coach Nadia Ani to decode your personal relationship patt...

4 Biggest Myths About Healthy Relationships That Are Holding You Back 09.02.2026

Is Everything You Think You Know About Healthy Relationships Wrong? Join us for a myth-busting journey through the world of healthy relationships in this lively episode of The Love Machine! James Preece welcomes relationship strategist and therapist Katie Rossler, and together they dive deep into the real secrets behind lasting connection and communication. Are great communication skills at work e...

Why You’re NOT Broken: The Truth About Desire & Rewriting Your Love Story 02.02.2026

Are You Secretly Wondering If You're "Broken" When It Comes To Sexuality? On this juicy episode of The Love Machine, James Preece is joined by the radiant Lauren Elise Rogers, a certified holistic sexuality educator, who shares her extraordinary journey from oppressive scripts to total empowerment. Discover the honest truth about how most of us got our 'sexuality education' from porn - not parents...

Why So Many Women Feel Blocked Around Pleasure (And How To Change It) 26.01.2026

Can You Truly Access More Pleasure In Your Everyday Life? If you have ever felt pleasure was something elusive or reserved for someone else, this week’s episode is guaranteed to spark a shift. James Preece is joined by the brilliant Lee-Ann Cordingley - a certified sex coach and yoga teacher - for a lively and frank conversation about pleasure and why so many people feel blocked from enjoying it f...

Why You Keep Attracting The Wrong Men—and How To Change It Now 19.01.2026

Why Is Chemistry Always So Hot With The Wrong Person? Get ready for an irresistible deep dive into the secret science of attraction with this episode of The Love Machine featuring relationship expert Leah Mitchell. If you’ve ever felt emotionally exhausted by dating or wondered why finding a compatible partner feels so tough, you’re not alone. Our guest spills the truth about why high-achieving wo...

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