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Femme Fables
by Maggan Hamm
A realistic look at being single, dating in this modern world and relationships. Nothing is off limits and these are true stories tied with the lessons we have learned along the way. Warning: contains sexual content and foul language. Episodes release every two to three weeks.
Episodes
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Turn Ons & Turn Offs in Dating
Rocky and I have both dated quite a bit within our single lives. This week we talk about our personal turn-on and turn-offs when it comes to dating.
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The Demise of Dating Apps
Dating Apps - the majority of single people have tried a dating app at least once or twice. This week we talk about if current dating apps are really geared towards finding a relationship or are they more geared towards hookups. Or has the modern dating culture turned into a place of too many...
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How To Move On
Moving on from a break up can be tough. Everyone grieves the loss of a relationship differently; it could take you 2 weeks or 2 years. I started this Podcast two years ago while going through a break up. On this episode, I talk about my "aha" moment where it clicked in order to for me to finally...
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Sex on the First Date
Sex on the first date, does it matter? We hear, especially as women, not to have sex on the first date as men won't view us as a high value woman. Or that men like to chase so once they get sex, they won't put forth any effort or just lose interest altogether. Listen in as we debate this topic!
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Dating Green Flags
When you have been single for any amount of time and finally have some great dates, you want to talk about it! This week we talk about green flags in dating; what do people portray or do that give you all the good vibes.
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Signs He's a Player
What signs should you look for to know a man is a player and not serious about you? Listen in on this episode as Rocky gives us his male insight on signs you are dealing with a player.
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Battle of the Sexes Part 2
Battle of the Sexes is back with part 2! Our friend Vanessa joins Rocky and me to battle it out with Rocky's list about women. Listen in on us go at him and give him a hard time.
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Revenge On An Ex
We continue our "Ex Files" by talking about what is the best revenge to get on an ex. Especially when you have either been cheated on, lied to, betrayed, etc. It can be easy to want someone to get their "karma" but does that serve any purpose for you and your life?
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Why We Stay in Toxic Relationships
Trigger alert! This week we talk about why we tend to stay in toxic relationships or situations in our lives. Rocky and I give our personal perspectives on why we have stayed in toxic relationships or put up with toxic behavior.
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Why an Ex Comes Back
Ever been through a break up and just at the moment you finally feel that you are over the heartache, there it is. A message, email or a swipe right on your dating app...from your ex. This episode covers 5 reasons why your ex comes back.
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Male Vulnerability
Male vulnerability is our focus this week. We dive into how men have a tendency to not open up emotionally as much as women. Why is that? As women, at least I can speak for myself, we want men to express their emotions and feelings to us but a lot of time we don't realize men are typically taught...
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Going Through a Breakup?
Are you going through a breakup or have been through one recently? For those who don't know, I started this Podcast while I was going through one of the toughest breakups I've ever experienced. Rocky and I talk about how men and women deal with breakups differently as well as touch on the…
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Dating Duds!
We have some fun this week and talk about dating duds! Ever gone on a first date and it completely bombed? Rocky and I tell our stories of dating duds and even poke fun at ourselves where we were in fact the dud on a date. Hopefully you get some laughs from it as well!
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Jealousy in Relationships
This week we tackle the topic of jealousy in relationships. Is some level of jealousy healthy in relationships or should there be no jealousy at all? As someone who has been jealous in relationships as well as Rocky, we talk about the things that triggered it and how we tried to work through it.
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Should You Get Back With An Ex?
This week we cover the topic of rekindling a relationship with an ex. Is it a good idea? Would the same issues repeat themselves in the relationship again? What if trust is broken and how can that be restored? Could it work if you are now two different people than you were before? Take a listen!
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He's Just Not That Into You
I think most women have been in a situation where they met a guy, liked him but wasn't sure if the feelings were mutual. You hear all the time, someone's effort matches how they feel for you. In this week's episode, I ask Rocky his thoughts on what guy's do to exhibit lack luster interest in a...
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Relationship Red Flags
On this episode, Rocky returns to discuss relationship red flags from a male perspective. I've given my side on many episodes so I thought it was important to get a male view. He discusses one of his toxic relationships, the red flags he ignored and why people stay even when they know the...
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Battle of the Sexes
My friend Rocky joins me this week for an episode of all episodes; the Battle of the Sexes. We go head to head from the male vs. female perspective on dating. From ghosting, unsolicited pics, filtered photos we cover it all while giving straight, brutal honesty along with a little trash talk in...
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The Comeback Is Greater Than The Setback!
This week Jenivieve joins me to tell her story on being a Mom homeschooling her children, a successful entrepreneur and brain tumor survivor. We talk about staying positive in hard times and how she got through her difficulties. Remember, the comeback is always greater than the setback!!
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Chat with Mystic Gina - a Clairvoyant Medium
Happy Valentine's Day! This week Mystic Gina joins me on this episode to talk about her experience being a clairvoyant medium. From discussing her spirit guides, her time as a police officer and how everyone has the ability within them, this was on of my favorite episodes. Of course we also…
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Mental Health, Identity & Relationships - Part 2
In this two part series an old high school friend, Lia, joins me to talk about the aspects of mental health, sexual identity and how that can impact relationships. Lia tells her story of identifying as bisexual at a very young age and how she attempted to conceal who she was. We discuss her…
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Mental Health, Identity & Relationships Part 1
In this two part series an old high school friend, Lia, joins me to talk about the aspects of mental health, sexual identity and how that can impact relationships. Lia tells her story of identifying as bisexual at a very young age, who attempted to conceal who she was and her journey on…
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Modern Dating - Why Is It So Difficult?
This week my two single friends join me to talk about modern dating and why it is so difficult. From dating apps, ghosting, people not following through on dates, etc. we cover it all.
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2022 Goals & Sticking With Them!!
Happy New Year!!! As our first episode of 2022, we thought what better topic to discuss then goals for the New Year and more importantly how to stick with them. Whether you want to lose weight, get in better shape, practice more self love, etc. My friend Kim joins me as she has reached great...
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Forgiveness, Healing & Resetting for the New Year
This is our final episode for 2021! We thought what better way to end the year with a discussion on forgiving, healing and resetting going in to the New Year. I admit, learning the art of forgiving those that hurt me has been my biggest lesson this year and something I'm continuously working on.…
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One Year Anniversary Episode!!!
It's been one year since I started this Podcast! This episode Deidra and I celebrate the accomplishment as well as discuss our favorite moments, funniest episodes and biggest lessons we learned being a part of this Podcast. Thank you to everyone that has listened and supported us!
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The Black Gay Perspective
This week my friend Shane joins me to give the black gay perspective. We cover being single, dating apps, struggles, successes, relationships and much more!
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Why We Attract Toxic People
This week, Mike joins me to discuss why we attract toxic people in our lives. From family, friends and relationships we cover our personal stories on the reasons why we attract toxic people and why we find it difficult to cut ties with someone who we know is not good for us.
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Can You Be Friends With An Ex?
In this episode we cover if you can remain friends with an Ex. Deidra and I go over our opinion and personal stories about this. Also, can exes get back together? Will it work? What if an ex reaches out to you while they are in another relationship and want to maintain a friendship? Let us know...
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Attachment Styles & Relationships
This week we talk about the different attachment styles (secure, anxious, avoidant and disorganized) and how they can impact relationships. Deidra and I discuss our results as well as share our personal stories on how our attachment styles have effected different relationships in our lives. If…
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The Five Love Languages - Valid or Not?
This week, Kim and I take Dr. Chapman's The Five Love Languages quiz. We discuss if we think the love languages are valid, how they work in relationships and if knowing your partner's love language can help make a relationship successful. Have you taken the quiz? What is your love language?
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Hook-Up Culture - Is Dating Dead?
In this week's episode we discuss the topic of hook-up culture. It seems that in today's dating world, more and more people are looking for just casual, no strings attached relationships. We discuss if we think that type of casual relationship can work long term or will it fizzle out due to lack…
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Do Nice Guys Finish Last?
Do nice guys really finish last? You hear this saying all the time so I thought I would take a poll and get people's opinions. Kim and I discuss the results as well as give our own personal take on if women really prefer "bad boys" over "nice guys."
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Hell Yes and Hell No List - What are you looking for?
In this week's episode, Nick and I sit down to talk about our Hell Yes and Hell No list. I had to do this exercise when I did a dating seminar. The goal is to have a list of must haves (hell yes) and dealbreakers (hell no). We go over our list of 5-7 for each. What are your must haves and...
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Dating App Mishaps & What to Avoid
On this episode we decided to have some fun and provide proof on why dating these days/ using dating apps is so difficult. My friend Kim joined me to read the worst dating messages she's received then we rate/review profiles. If anything we hope you get a laugh out of it!
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Power of Positivity
It's been a rough year for most of us. In today's crazy world it can be hard to keep a positive mindset. On this episode, Nick and I talk about the power of positivity, why it's important and how we overcame some of the hardest times in our lives. We hope this helps anyone who may be struggling.
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Forgiving Those That Hurt You
Forgiving someone that hurt you, it's probably one of the hardest things to do. I speak of my personal experience on how I forgave someone who I felt deeply hurt by. Whether it's a friend, coworker, or significant other we discuss why it's important to forgive; not to condone the behavior but why...
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Ghosted? Listen to this...
Ghosting. It's such a popular topic in today's modern dating world. If you have been single for any amount of time you have probably experienced being ghosted in the past or perhaps you have been guilty of ghosting someone. On this episode, we talk about the reasons why people ghost and the…
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Body Image & Social Media
On this episode we talk about body image and the effects social media has on society as a whole with wanting to appear a certain way. We also discuss our own insecurities, how social media effects us personally and how you should love yourself the way you are. Remember, not everything you see on...
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Pride Series- Anthony's Journey & Coming Out Story
As we approach the end of Pride Month, my friend Anthony came on this week to close out our Pride Series. He discussed his journey and coming out story; from being raised with two brothers, overcoming his Mom's shock of him coming out, being picked on as a kid and the haters on social media. I...
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Pride Series: Maureen's Journey & Coming Out Story
As we continue celebrating Pride Month, my friend Maureen came on to discuss her journey and coming out story as a gay female in the late 70's. From growing up in a large catholic family, going to an all girl's college where she had her first lesbian relationship, getting married and having a…
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Pride Series: Nick's Journey and Coming Out Story
June is Pride month! What better way to celebrate than to have my friends come on who are part of the LGBTQ+ community to talk about their personal stories, struggles and successes. This week, my friend Nick joined me to discuss his personal journey with coming out as a young gay male, the…
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Betrayal: Her Story & How She Healed
Betrayal, most of us have experienced it within our lives. Whether from a friend, family member or partner it can be one of the most heartbreaking and hardest things to recover from. This week my friend Cherise was courageous enough to talk about an ultimate betrayal she experienced years ago in...
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Toxic People - Guy's Edition
Toxic people, we've all encountered them at some point in our life whether friend, family or relationship. On this week's episode Deidra's husband Jeramie comes on to talk about his experiences with toxic people and relationships in his life. Ever been stabbed with a sharpie? Yeah me either but...
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Female Success Story
One of my best friends joins me on this episode to talk about her success from her time in the military to working up the corporate ladder. We discuss obstacles overcome, lessons learned and what has ultimately lead to her success. We also share stories of our biggest disappointments in our…
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Dating Disasters
This week I tell the story of a recent dating disaster I had...yes it's embarrassing but such is life! We end by briefly talking about the disasters of dealing with toxic people/relationships as well as my discovery of what a covert narcissist is (more to come on that in the future). If you have…
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Guy's View - Dating Apps
My friend James joined me this week to talk about the guy's view on dating apps. We talk about what dating apps he is on, what he looks for, filtered photos, full body photos, women who ask for money and a lot more! And yes, James and I met on a dating app years ago 😉
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Dating Apps Rating & Reviews
I’m one month in with being back on dating apps. On this episode I review the ones I’m on with pros and cons. I also read some off some of the weirdest messages I’ve received, yes they are real! Stay tuned to the end to hear our viewer’s story on my favorite topic (not really), the unsolicited…
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Ready to Date Again? Here are 7 signs you are and tips on getting back out there!
Have you gone through a breakup and ready to date again? Or perhaps you took a hiatus from dating and are ready to get back out there. In this episode I cover 7 signs you are ready to date again and tips for setting your intentions and targeting those that you want to date/on the same page as you
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Healing & Letting Go
In this week's episode we talk about going through the process of healing and steps I've personally taken to get over heartbreak and betrayal. We also discuss the art of letting go and ways to move forward.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A realistic look at being single, dating in this modern world and relationships. Nothing is off limits and these are true stories tied with the lessons we have learned along the way. Warning: contains sexual content and foul language. Episodes release every two to three weeks.
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Maggan Hamm
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A realistic look at being single, dating in this modern world and relationships. Nothing is off limits and these are true stories tied with the lessons we have learned along the way. Warning: contains sexual content and foul language. Episodes release every two to three weeks.
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