The Dating Orange

Kim thought she’d found the perfect man. John was charming, attentive - too good to be true. And he was. In this episode, Kim shares how John’s lies and manipulation gave way to emotional abuse and torment. Trigger warning: This episode discusses emotional abuse and more. If you’ve been affected by anything in this series, support is available. Contact Women’s Aid on 1800 341 900 or the Dublin Rap...

John, 47, from Wexford seemed like the dream - charming, funny, attentive and everything a woman could want. But behind the charm was a darker truth: compulsive lying, cheating, stealing, drugs, manipulation, and worse. This multi-part series shares the real experiences of the women he deceived, not just to tell their stories, but to help protect others. If you recognise him, or his behaviour, thi...

Meet Filthy John - a charming, funny, Wexford man. Women who meet him are quickly drawn in, convinced they’ve finally found the one. He knows exactly what to say, how to say it, and when to say it. But behind the charm is something much darker…A prolific liar. A manipulator. A thief. An addict. A mentally abusive serial cheater. This multi-part podcast series exposes the real man behind the mask -...

Today I’m joined by the gas Megan Burke – a singer-songwriter from Swords who’s had more than her fair share of shit-shows. We’re covering her cheating ex, the horrors she’s encountered on dating apps (including getting blocked on Tinder - but it's mostly just the messages from men), and what it’s like dating as a "BIG SEXY RIDE". You can look forward to stories about immature men, creepy fetish r...

Today I’m joined by Adam Lane Smith, also known as Attachment Adam, a global expert in attachment theory, author, speaker, and former marriage and family therapist. Adam breaks down attachment theory in a way that's easy to understand so if you were ever wondering why a fella acts so all-over-the-place and you simply can't understand him - you might find some answers today. We also chat about some...

The two TikTok gals, Kasey Campion and Lauren Murtagh, fill me in on just how hard it is trying to find a decent fella these days. Both only in their early 20s, but they have been THROUGH it - cheaters, weirdos and everything in between. PLUS, I’m catching up with a blind date I set up between two of my own pals (from totally different parts of my life) who have both been unlucky in love. Did I fi...

Dating coach Erika Ettin is back for part two, where we take a look at meeting people in real life, having a more positive outlook on dating apps, and choosing the best photos. Erika also dishes out some advice to queries sent in to me on IG. And at the end, we’re catching up with James and Lucia, another couple I set up on a blind date. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com...

Dating coach Erika Ettin, also known as 'A Little Nudge' online, joins me for the first of two episodes on all things dating; best practices, how to craft the perfect bio, staying resilient, and changing your mindset for the better whilst putting yourself out there. You might be deep in the apps or wondering why you're still single, so hopefully Erika’s advice is the nudge you need! And at the end...

I'm kicking off Season 2 with an extra-long episode, and who better to join me than my pal, comedian Justine Stafford?! Join us two great girls for a no-holds-barred chat about all things dating - our singles night out, the reality of STDs, the struggles (and surprises) of short kings, and, of course, my ex-situationship unpleasantly rising from the dead. Plus, at the end of the episode, I catch u...

Another 'extended tiktok' as I like to call them, where I read and replying to 4 dating stories that have been sent into me. Also replying to a girl’s Agony Orange issue about why she is struggling to find love. I give ya the deets on my singles night in McGowans and why I think all singletons should give it a go. Final ep of 2023: Thanks so much for listening xBecome a supporter of this podcast:...

Ex gogglebox Ireland star, Newstalk reporter, eating disorder activist and Irelands strongest woman 2023 Sheila Naughton, tells us her gas tales from ten years on the apps, how she navigates dating with an eating disorder, and staying positive in dating. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dating-orange-podcast--5898530/support. Learn more about your ad choices...

Longer than usual episodes BUT this one has 4 wild back-to-back tales from the lesbian dating scene, as told by my friend Lea. Lea is quite the spiritual lady and at the end of this episode she goes through the most and least compatible star signs, talks about the power of manifesting and give me a mini tarot reading. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dating-...

This week I have dating strategist and coach Kayleigh Castle whose career has launched via tiktok, after she got to the bottom of why she attracts shitebags. She now gives dating advice to struggling women. We also discuss feminine & masculine energy, men paying for dates, going no-contact, trauma bonds, attachment styles, and licking fannies. Disclaimer: I don't agree with a lot of this craic but...

The 2 girls from Daters Gonna Date Podcast, Roisin and Nicola, come on to discuss the singles night myself and Roisin went to the other week including the awk moments with 3 men I met there, that I’d previously chatted to online. The girls also give us some dating horror stories, mainly how they repeatedly attract men with girlfriends and wives. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spre...

Stand-up comedian James Gardner talks old school dating sites, misogyny in dating, and how his girlfriend opened his eyes to what it’s like being a woman. And just basically how "guys are fkn mental".Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dating-orange-podcast--5898530/support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I am back on my tod today reading out some long stories that were sent in by followers, that I can't fit into the 3 min time restriction on TikTok. Giving ye all an update on my dating life as I'm now back on Hinge and Tinder, praying for different results 🥲And one for the Agony Orange at the end. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dating-orange-podcast--5898...

The legend herself Justine Stafford talks all things online dating, good ole catholic guilt and attempting to date as a well-known funny woman in the public sphere. And of course, pints. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dating-orange-podcast--5898530/support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A longer one than usual. This episode is about my friend Mark, a nice aul fella, who has an unfortunate dating history with some crazy stories and crazy women. He tells us about two nightmare dates he's experienced; one of which was definitely on coke, the other we only suspect. Staying on theme, I read out a followers story of her crazy coke experience on a date. Become a supporter of this podcas...

In this episode I interview my friend, lovingly coined the BDSM Magnet as he attracts women that enjoy a good batin' in the bedroom. I also divulge my own singular experience with BDSM so IF YOU'RE RELATED TO ME, I ENCOURAGE YOU NOT TO LISTEN. Ta xBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dating-orange-podcast--5898530/support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

The wildest dating stories that have been sent into me! Brace yourself for a rollercoaster of outrageous encounters, cringey moments, and stomach turning surprises. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dating-orange-podcast--5898530/support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices