Love, Brie

Hi! I'm back! at least for this week. Today's episode is a little more personal and raw!!!I’m sharing why I became a dating and relationships writer in the first place—and how my perspective on love, connection, and modern dating is evolving in real time. From where I think dating is headed to what I hope it could become, this is an honest update on what I’m learning (and unlearning).I talk about why taking risks in love matters more than we admit, why rejection might actually be one of the most valuable parts of dating, and how seeing your love life as a story—not a series of wins and losses—can change everything.Because at the end of the day, I don’t just think dating is about finding someone. I think it’s about living a life that’s interesting, meaningful, and worth telling stories about.And yes...love is a big part of that.Connect with Brie: Enjoy a 20% discount code for my Substack ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠briannehogan.ca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/lovebriehogan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan

In this episode of Love, Brie, we’re spilling all the tea on dating younger men, age-gap relationships, and what love after 40 and 50 really looks like. I chat with Leslie Morgan Steiner, bestselling author and modern-love maven, about how dating younger men liberated her, challenged society’s rules, and gave her a whole new perspective on attraction.We dish on all the juicy stuff: the myths of “cougars,” why age really is just a number, and how dating outside your comfort zone can be fun, flirty, and totally freeing. I also get real about my own experience dating younger men for the first time—spoiler: it’s not a trend, it’s about curiosity, connection, and a little mischief.If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to break the rules of conventional dating, or why midlife love can be thrilling, messy, and totally empowering, this episode is for you. Laugh, relate, and grab your favourite drink—because we’re serving it hot.Connect with Leslie: Website: https://www.lesliemorgansteiner.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/lesliebooks/Connect with Brie: Enjoy a 20% discount code for my Substack ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠briannehogan.ca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/lovebriehogan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan

In this episode, I reflect on my 2025 dating journey and the lessons learned along the way. From navigating textuationships to dating outside my usual type, I share how I embraced intentional dating and learned to value genuine connection.I explore why good grammar doesn’t replace real-life action, the importance of chemistry over “fine,” and why coffee dates sometimes need a playful twist. Plus, I reveal the power of letting yourself be pursued and why it’s okay to keep going even when dating gets tough.Join me for a candid, humorous, and empowering look at modern dating in your 40s. Because love is out there, and so are the lessons that lead us to it.Connect with Brie: Also, if you have questions about dating over 40, marriage, divorce or anything else, I want to hear from you. Send your emails to [email protected] and your question could be featured in an upcoming article on Yahoo's Romance, Redefined advice columnEnjoy a 20% discount code for my Substack ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the Substack Essay here: https://briannehogan.substack.com/p/what-2025-taught-me-about-datingandWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠briannehogan.ca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/lovebriehogan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan

n this episode of Love, Brie, I’m diving into what it really feels like to navigate the holidays as a single 42-year-old woman — and how to actually enjoy it. If the season has ever made you feel behind, lonely, or like you need a partner to make things “magical,” this episode is your reminder that your life isn’t missing anything. You’re allowed to have a beautiful, meaningful holiday on your own terms.I share my own honest tips for how to enjoy the holidays alone and how to create joy, comfort, and self-love when you’re single during the holidays. If you’re a single woman over 40, or just trying to make the holidays feel good again, this episode will give you grounding, softness, and a little sparkle. Tune in for real talk, self-love, and permission to build a holiday season that feels like you — exactly where you are, exactly as you are.read the substack essay here: https://briannehogan.substack.com/p/how-a-single-42-year-old-woman-enjoysConnect with Brie: Enjoy a 20% discount code for my Substack ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠briannehogan.ca⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/lovebriehogan⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan

On this episode of Love, Brie, I chat with Annette Benedetti, a Portland-based sex and intimacy coach and host of the globally acclaimed podcast Talk Sex With Annette (ranked in the top 2.5% worldwide!). Annette shares her bold and fascinating personal experiment: having an orgasm every single day for a year.We dive into her journey, exploring how dedicating yourself to daily orgasms can help you discover your own pleasure, approach sex and intimacy more mindfully, and unlock blended, internal, and multiple orgasms, both solo and with a partner.Some highlights from our conversation:Orgasms in your 40s: How libido changes with age and why it’s important to nurture it.Solo pleasure: Why you don’t need a partner to have a fulfilling orgasm and connect with your body.Understanding your body: How daily orgasm practice can deepen awareness of your own pleasure zones and desires.Mindful intimacy: How incorporating intentional orgasms can transform your sexual experience and self-love practices.Whether you’re in midlife or just looking to boost your sexual self-awareness, this episode is packed with insights on pleasure, libido, and orgasm mastery.Tune in to learn how orgasms aren’t just fun—they’re a vital tool for understanding and honouring your own body.Connect with Brie: Enjoy a 20% discount code for my Substack ⁠⁠⁠⁠here. ⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠briannehogan.ca⁠⁠⁠Substack:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/lovebriehogan⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehoganConnect with Annette: https://talksexwithannette.com/https://substack.com/@talksexwithannettehttps://www.instagram.com/annettebenedetti/

I don’t do well in the early stages of dating—and I’ve finally accepted it. In this episode of Love, Brie, I share what I’ve realized about myself: I thrive as someone’s girlfriend, but the back-and-forth uncertainty of “getting to know you” is draining.I get candid about my own dating life, the patterns I’m noticing, and how I’m navigating the unsteady world of modern romance. If you’ve ever wondered why the first few weeks of dating feel so hard—or how to survive them without losing your mind—this episode is for you.Connect with Brie: Enjoy a 20% discount code for my Substack ⁠⁠⁠here. ⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠briannehogan.ca⁠⁠Substack:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠www.instagram.com/lovebriehogan⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan

This week on Love, Brie, we’re entering our Soft Girl Cuffing Season Era. Inspired by my recent Substack essay, I’m embracing this season with softness, warmth, and playful receiving energy — no chasing, no forcing, just trusting that the right connection will meet me where I am. In this episode, I share why I'm embracing my soft girl era at 42! As well as my soft girl Cuffing Commandments and Affirmations to help you stay grounded in your feminine energy, attract from a place of joy, and keep your heart open without losing yourself.Whether you’re single, dating, or somewhere in between, this episode is your reminder that being magnetic starts with being happy in your own life. It’s all about ease, trust, and letting love find you.Read the entire Substack essay here: https://briannehogan.substack.com/p/the-soft-girls-guide-to-cuffing-seasonConnect with Brie: Enjoy a 20% discount code for my Substack ⁠⁠here. ⁠Website: ⁠briannehogan.ca⁠Substack:⁠ ⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/lovebriehogan⁠TikTok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan

Does dating often feel like a horror movie? On this episode of Love, Brie, I sit down with author and podcast hotst Rory Uphold (Crimes of the Heart, Sundance Fellow, TV writer) to talk about her upcoming book A FINAL GIRL’S GUIDE TO THE HORRORS OF DATING.We dive into ghosting, love-bombing vampires, and why some exes belong in the relationship graveyard. Plus, we swap personal dating disasters, share laughs, and unpack the inner fears that keep us stuck in toxic cycles.This episode is perfect for anyone navigating heartbreak, online dating, or just trying to survive the modern romance apocalypse.Connect with Brie: Enjoy a 20% discount code for my Substack ⁠here. Website: briannehogan.caSubstack: https://briannehogan.substack.com/Instagram: www.instagram.com/lovebriehoganTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehoganConnect with Rory: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/icouldbeblonder/PodcastBuy the book!

Confession: I swiped like a maniac on dating apps last week — and realized my needy energy was sabotaging my love life. In this episode, I get real about the subconscious patterns that make me overextend, chase the wrong men, and stay stuck on the ones who aren’t right for me.I share how I’m rewriting my dating life by: acknowledging my feelings, setting clear boundaries, cleaning up my matches, and shifting my energy to attract the kind of man I actually want — someone who’s directed, present, and genuinely interested.I also talk about retraining my nervous system with EFT tapping, daily affirmations, and learning to trust myself, the space, and the universe to bring the right love into my life. If you’re ready to stop playing games, stop over-giving, and start creating healthy, reciprocal connections, this episode is for you.Read the Substack essay here: https://briannehogan.substack.com/p/the-new-rules-im-setting-for-loveEnjoy a 20% discount code for my Substack here. Connect with BrieWebsite: briannehogan.caSubstack: https://briannehogan.substack.com/Instagram: www.instagram.com/lovebriehoganTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan

Dating used to terrify me. I didn’t know what I wanted, I was scared of rejection, and honestly? I was scared of letting someone into my life. But somewhere along the way, I realized dating doesn’t have to be a chore — it can actually be fun.In this episode of Love, Brie, I talk about how to bring joy, curiosity, and lightness back to dating without the pressure, burnout, or endless swiping. Based on my Substack essay, “Let’s Make Dating Fun Again,” I share what helped me shift from fear to fun when it came to love and connection.I talk about:✨ How to focus on the experience, not the outcome✨ Why rejection isn’t personal (and how to handle it with grace)✨ The importance of having a fulfilling life outside of dating✨ Dating multiple people with integrity — and confidence✨ Why believing in love makes all the differenceIf you’ve been feeling jaded by modern dating or caught up in the “what ifs,” this episode is your permission slip to relax, let go of the rules, and enjoy the journey of dating again.Connect with Brie:Website: briannehogan.caSubstack: https://briannehogan.substack.com/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehoganInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/lovebriehogan

This week, I’m joined by holistic sex coach and yoga instructor Jenna Switzer for a liberating conversation about sexuality in our 40s and beyond. We talk about why this stage of life can feel so freeing, how to care for ourselves and our pleasure, and what it means to put our sexual health and well-being first. If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to embrace your desires, prioritize your pleasure, and feel more at home in your body as you age, this episode is for you.Connect with Brie:Website: ⁠⁠⁠briannehogan.ca⁠⁠⁠Substack:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan⁠⁠⁠Connect with Jenna: Website: https://www.jennaswitzer.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Jenna_switzer/

Rejection stings, but it’s not the enemy—it’s actually a sign you’re on the right path in dating. In this episode of Love, Brie, I share how I’ve learned to reframe rejection as something to be proud of, not ashamed of. Every “no” isn’t proof that you’re failing—it’s proof that you’re showing up and moving closer to your “yes.” We’ll talk about why rejection is part of the process, how to get comfortable with it, and how to start seeing it as guidance instead of punishment. Because rejection isn’t about not being enough—it’s about alignment.Connect with Brie: Website: briannehogan.caSubstack: https://briannehogan.substack.com/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehoganRead here: My September Love Notes The Surgeon SituationshipWhy I'm Meant to Be Single at 42

Hi friends! Big news — my very first dating advice column with Yahoo Canada is out, and I couldn’t be more excited to share it with you. In this episode of Love, Brie, I talk about what it was like stepping into that advice-columnist role (spoiler: it feels a little surreal!) and why the old saying “happy wife doesn’t equal happy life” needs a serious update.Then I dive into my own recent first date and give you my best dating tips for staying calm and confident before meeting someone new. I share why I don’t get nervous before first dates anymore and the mindset shifts that make dating feel fun instead of stressful.If you’ve ever googled how to stop being nervous before a date, dating advice podcast, or just want some honest, funny, and heart-centered tips on modern love, this episode is for you.Read the advice column here!Connect with Brie:Website: ⁠⁠⁠briannehogan.ca⁠⁠⁠Substack:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan⁠⁠⁠

Dating these days is…a lot. From endless swiping on Hinge and Bumble to awkward talking stages that never seem to end, it can feel like finding love is a full-time job. That’s why I brought in matchmaker Cassindy Chao for this week’s episode of Love, Brie. We break down what a matchmaker actually does (hint: it’s not just setting you up on blind dates), why you might want to hire one, and how matchmaking can be the antidote to modern dating burnout.Cassindy and I get into the good, the bad, and the hilarious parts of the dating scene: why Vancouver singles complain it’s the pits, which cities are actually the best for dating, and how to game the apps so they finally work for you.If you’ve ever wondered, “Would a matchmaker actually help me find love?” this episode has answers—with plenty of laughs and zero judgment.Read Cassindy's article on my Substack here. Connect with Brie:Instagram: ⁠⁠www.instagram.com/briannehoganisawriterWebsite: ⁠⁠briannehogan.ca⁠⁠Substack:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan⁠⁠Connect Cassindy:WebsiteMatchmaking

What’s it really like to date while writing about relationships, love, and modern dating trends?In this episode, I share my personal experiences navigating the dating world as a relationship columnist and writer. I dive into the challenges of dating, from first impressions to online dating, and how writing about love changes the way I approach men and romance. I also discuss the perks and pitfalls of analyzing dating while living it, what men really think about being with someone who writes about relationships, and whether I’d change a thing about my own approach to love and dating. (Spoiler -- I wouldn't). Connect with Brie:Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/briehogan⁠Website: ⁠briannehogan.ca⁠Substack:⁠ ⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan⁠

Even relationship writers can miss the obvious red flags in dating. In this episode, I share the relationship blind spots that kept me from seeing the signs of unhealthy relationships, the dating mistakes I made, and why they were so easy to overlook at the time. You’ll hear how hindsight changes everything, why self-compassion matters more than self-blame, and the biggest lessons I’ve learned about love, boundaries, and trusting your instincts. If you’ve ever thought, “How did I not see that?” — this episode will make you feel less alone while giving you insights you can use in your own dating life.read the red flags article here: https://briannehogan.substack.com/p/the-red-flags-i-ignored-as-a-datingHuffington Post Connect with Brie:Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/briehogan⁠Website: ⁠briannehogan.ca⁠Substack:⁠ ⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan⁠

In this episode of Love, Brie, I’m diving into the messy, performative world of modern dating apps — from why I don’t think they’re a fit for me to what I’ve noticed about the lack of real connection they often create. I talk about how “traveling” has somehow become a placeholder for personality, and how we’ve started curating our dating profiles more for performance than connection.I also share a moment of unintentional (but very enlightening) eavesdropping on two first dates at the same coffee shop — and what that told me about the state of dating culture today. Hint: it wasn’t exactly heartwarming, but still there were glimpses of hope!If you’ve ever felt disillusioned by dating apps, wondered if anyone actually connects anymore, or questioned why the bar seems to be so low, this one’s for you.Connect with Brie:Instagram: ⁠⁠www.instagram.com/briehogan⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠briannehogan.ca⁠⁠Substack:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan⁠⁠

In this episode of Love, Brie, I’m officially announcing my brand new dating advice column with Yahoo! Canada -- and yes, it’s specifically for those of us navigating love and lust in our 40s. I also give some juicy updates on my personal love life, including the latest on the surgeon situationship (it's done, but I learned some lessons!) and that mysterious missed connection at Starbucks (was it something or nothing?).Plus, I talk about why I believe I’m meant to be single at 40 — and how that realization is actually really liberating. If you’ve ever felt like your love life doesn’t look like anyone else’s, this one’s for you.Email your dating questions for the new column here:  [email protected] with Brie:Instagram: ⁠⁠www.instagram.com/briehogan⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠briannehogan.ca⁠⁠Substack:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan⁠

Let’s have a little come-to-Jesus moment, shall we? In this episode of Love, Brie, I’m delivering a much-needed pep talk for anyone hanging onto the hope that maybe he’ll change once he “commits.” Spoiler alert: he won’t.If he’s confused now, if he’s inconsistent now, if he’s not choosing you now — guess what? A relationship isn’t going to magically fix that. In fact, committing to a man like this only amplifies the very issues you’re trying to ignore. And babe, you deserve better.This episode is for the woman who needs a reminder of her worth. It’s a sermon for those of us who have tried to earn love instead of simply receiving it. You don’t need to wait for someone to pick you — you get to pick yourself.We’re unpacking why “potential” is not a plan, why emotional unavailability is not romantic, and why choosing yourself is the real love story.Connect with Brie:Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/briehogan⁠Website: ⁠briannehogan.ca⁠Substack:⁠ ⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan⁠

today I’m talking about something I'm calling: my meeting season. That subtle, sacred shift from simply being single to knowing, or at least hoping, that you're entering the season where love shows up. The season of “almosts” turning into “oh, this could be something.”I woke up feeling a little heavy this morning — not because I don’t love my single life (I do, deeply), but because I’m human. And part of being human is wanting connection. Craving love. Hoping someone is out there hoping for you, too.This episode is for anyone navigating singlehood with intention and heart. If you’ve ever found yourself both grateful for your independence and still longing for a partner — you’re not alone. You can hold joy and hope at the same time. In fact, I think that’s the whole point.In this episode, I talk about:Why “meeting season” is realHolding space for both hope and contentmentWhat it means to believe in love without losing yourselfAnd why you’re not behind — you’re just in the middle of your own storyBecause loving your life and wanting love? They’re not mutually exclusive. Let’s talk about what it looks like to live in that beautiful in-between.Connect with Brie:Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/briehogan⁠Website: ⁠briannehogan.ca⁠Substack:⁠ ⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan⁠

In this powerful episode of Love, Brie, I’m joined by intuitive energy healer Missy Toy Ozeas to explore how our subconscious blocks around love, dating, and even money are deeply interconnected. This conversation is part of my “Single Series” (originally aired on my previous podcast), and it’s one of the most insightful, eye-opening chats I’ve had around what’s really keeping so many of us stuck when it comes to finding healthy love.We talk about:The energetic link between love and money (yep, it’s real!)The most common limiting beliefs single women carryWhy affirmations and dating tips aren’t enoughHow energy healing can reveal the blocks we don’t even know we havePlus, Missy does a live energy reading on me, uncovering the deeper wounds that have been influencing my dating life. Spoiler: it’s not always what we think it is. If you've ever felt like you're doing "all the work" but still attracting the wrong people (or no one at all), this episode will speak to you.Connect with MissyWebsite: https://www.missyenergyhealing.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/missyenergyhealing/Connect with Brie:Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/briehogan⁠Website: ⁠briannehogan.ca⁠Substack:⁠ ⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan⁠

In this episode of Love, Brie, I’m diving into one of the most overlooked parts of modern dating: how to do intimacy without commitment — and do it like a grown-up. Too often, casual connections lack the honesty, respect, and emotional maturity that make them feel good for everyone involved.I talk about why it’s so important to take casual relationships seriously, communicate clearly, and be upfront about what you truly want. Being clear doesn’t kill the magic — it actually makes intimacy hotter and more meaningful because both people feel safe, seen, and respected.If you want intimacy without commitment, you need to say it, own it, and do it with integrity. Tune in to discover why honesty is the real game-changer, and how to navigate these connections with compassion, self-awareness, and yes — a whole lot of fun. Let’s do casual like adults.Connect with Brie: Instagram: ⁠⁠www.instagram.com/briehogan⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠briannehogan.ca⁠⁠Substack:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan⁠⁠

You don’t want him obsessed with you — you need to be obsessed with you. This week on Love, Brie, I’m diving into the dating trend that’s taken over TikTok and beyond: women saying they only want a man who's “obsessed” with them. And honestly? That energy is not it.Here’s the thing — you don’t actually want that. In this episode, I’m breaking down why that obsession talk doesn’t sit right with me, why it’s not actually romantic, and why it points to a deeper issue: you’re looking for someone else to validate you when you really need to be obsessed with your own life first. Healthy love is built on interdependence, not intensity. So let’s talk about building a life you love, and attracting someone who has a full, rich one of their own — not someone who makes you their entire world. Because P.S. you actually don't want that either! Or at least...you shouldn't. Connect with Brie: Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/briehogan⁠Website: ⁠briannehogan.ca⁠Substack:⁠ ⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan⁠

What does it mean to have a “breakup body”—and can it be more about healing than revenge? In this episode of Love, Brie, I sit down with certified life coach and spin instructor Bangs to talk about the powerful connection between movement, self-love, and being single. We unpack the myth of the breakup body, how to stop fighting your body, and why movement is the ultimate act of self-care.Bangs shares her wisdom on how to make fitness feel nourishing, how to come home to yourself through movement, and why being single isn’t something to fix—it’s something to celebrate. If you’ve ever felt like exercise was punishment or struggled with body image post-breakup, this conversation is your gentle, honest permission slip to do it all differently.Connect with BANGS: Website: https://www.bangsandabun.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bangsandabun/Connect with Brie: Instagram: www.instagram.com/briehoganWebsite: briannehogan.caSubstack: https://briannehogan.substack.com/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan

In this solo episode of Love, Brie, I go on a bit of a rant (surprise!) about the state of modern dating and what I’ve been noticing lately — more detachment, more aloofness, and a lot less actual connection. It feels like everyone is trying to date like a black cat: cool, mysterious, unavailable. But here’s the truth — that vibe might be aesthetic on Instagram, but it’s not sustainable when you actually want something real.I talk about how dating culture has shifted toward casual everything — casual sex, casual communication, casual commitment — and how we’re treating relationships like side quests instead of something meaningful. If you’re craving intimacy, authenticity, and actual connection (plus, you know, good sex), this episode is for you. Because it takes work to show up. But it’s worth it.We get into:Why being “too chill” is killing connectionWhat we’re afraid of when we try to play it coolHow to date like a human (and not a self-protective ghoster)What it actually means to show up for yourself and someone elseIt’s raw, real, and probably a little spicy — but if you’re tired of performative dating and want something honest, you’ll feel seen.Follow Brianne:Find me at: ⁠http://briannehogan.ca/⁠Connect with me: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/briehogan⁠Subscribe: https://briannehogan.substack.com/

In this quick solo episode, I dive into what happens when you start dating outside your “type”—and no, I’m not just talking about looks. I’m talking energy, patterns, and the familiar dynamics we subconsciously gravitate toward. I share my own experiences with breaking the cycle, what I’ve learned about attraction, and why expanding your dating lens might be the key to finding something more aligned. If you’ve ever felt stuck or keep attracting the same kind of connection that never quite works out, this one’s for you. Let’s talk about doing love differently.CONNECT WITH BRIANNE:Instagram: www.instagram.com/briehoganWebsite: briannehogan.caSubstack: https://briannehogan.substack.com/

From my Seriously Single podcast archives: Okay guys—this one is for all my single girlies (and anyone who needs a reminder that you are the love of your life). I sat down with self-love and empowerment coach Laura Sylvester, and wow—this conversation felt like a warm hug and a cosmic nudge back home to yourself.We talk about what it really means to come back to you: to unlearn the noise, stop settling for crumbs, and start creating a life that actually lights you up. Laura shares how embracing your single season can be the most powerful act of self-love—and how to use this time to build a relationship with you that’s so good, no one else can shake it.We also talk about:✨ Learning to love yourself without conditions✨ Why rushing into relationships keeps you disconnected✨ How to stop seeking external validation (especially in dating)✨ Making your solo life full, rich, and wildly magneticLaura is a holistic self-love coach, NLP master practitioner, hypnotherapist, and writer—basically a full-body YES to radical self-worth and empowerment. Her mission? To guide women back to their truest essence—and help them live unapologetically on their own terms.Whether you’re single, healing, or just craving deeper connection with yourself, this episode is your permission slip to fall madly in love with your own damn life.Connect with LauraWebsiteInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurasylv/Connect with BrianneInstagram: www.instagram.com/briehoganWebsite: briannehogan.caSubstack: https://briannehogan.substack.com/

Okay, let's talk about ghosting. It sucks. It's confusing, destabilizing, and can leave you spiraling, looking for validation and answers that might never come. In this solo episode, I share my own story of being ghosted — the anxiety it triggered, the constant urge to overanalyze and seek confirmation, and why chasing reassurance in dating can actually sabotage the connection you're hoping to build.I'm not a therapist, but I am someone who's been deep in the trenches of modern dating, and I know what it feels like to outsource your sense of safety to someone else. In this episode, I get honest about what it took for me to stop looking outward for that validation, and instead start finding security within myself — because that’s where real love begins.If you’ve ever been ghosted, anxious, or stuck in a loop of “why didn’t they choose me?”, this one’s for you.Follow and connect with me:Instagram: www.instagram.com/briehoganWebsite: briannehogan.caSubstack: https://briannehogan.substack.com/

May is Masturbation Month, and we're going all in. In this episode of Love, Brie, I’m joined by certified sexologist and pleasure advocate Jordan Nelle for a candid, empowering conversation about solo sex, self-pleasure, and why it’s time we stop whispering about masturbation — especially when it comes to women's self-pleasure.We talk about:✨ Masturbation techniques and tools that actually enhance pleasure✨ How to explore your body with curiosity instead of shame✨ Why solo sex is an important part of your overall wellness✨ Breaking down the stigma around female pleasure and self-touch✨ Jordan’s best advice for getting started (or going deeper) with self-pleasureWhether you’re a seasoned self-lover or just starting to explore what feels good, this episode is your permission slip to prioritize pleasure — no guilt, no shame, just you and your body.Follow Jordan: https://jordandnelle.com/https://www.instagram.com/jordandnelle/Follow Brianne: Find me at: http://briannehogan.ca/Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/briehoganSign up for my newsletter: https://briannehogan.substack.com/

In this episode of Love, Brie, I share what I believe is the best dating tip ever: stay single as long as possible. Yep, you read that right. In a world that constantly pressures us to pair up, I’m making a case for embracing your single era — not just surviving it, but thriving in it.We get into why being single isn’t a waiting room for love, how it can actually be your greatest self-growth phase, and how staying solo longer can improve the relationships you eventually do attract. I also share what being intentionally single has taught me about self-worth, standards, and emotional resilience.Whether you're dating, heartbroken, or just tired of bad advice, this episode is your reminder that single isn’t a dirty word — it’s a power move.FOLLOW ME! Instagram: www.instagram.com/briehoganWebsite: briannehogan.caSubstack: https://briannehogan.substack.com/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan

In this episode, I get personal about something that’s changed the way I date — and honestly, the way I see myself: dating with detachment. Not in a cold or disinterested way, but in the most self-loving, self-honouring way possible.I share where I used to be — dating from a place of anxiety, overthinking, needing clarity right now — and where I am now: dating with more ease, more softness, and way more trust in myself.Dating with detachment doesn’t mean you’re not into your person. It doesn’t mean you don’t care. It just means you love you more. You're not chasing. You’re staying open, staying grounded, and having fun on your terms.This one's for anyone learning to hold their own heart first.Instagram: www.instagram.com/briehoganWebsite: briannehogan.caSubstack: https://briannehogan.substack.com/

In this episode of Love, Brie, I sit down with Canadian writer Simone Paget to talk about life in your 40s, being single, and the experience of living with our parents as adults. We recorded this episode last year when the podcast was still called Seriously Single, so while some things have changed for both of us since then, the heart of our conversation remains the same.Simone, who's in her 40s, and I talk about how living with our parents in this stage of life is often seen as taboo, but how it’s more common and even empowering than people think. As writers in the sex and dating space, we also share our perspectives on modern love, self-worth, and navigating relationships—whether you're in your 40s, single, or just trying to figure it all out.This conversation is part of my new Single AF Series on the podcast, and I hope you find it as honest and relatable as I do.About Simone Paget: Simone Paget is a seasoned Canadian writer, journalist, and podcaster based on the West Coast. Since 2013, she has been the nationally syndicated sex and relationship columnist for The Toronto Sun, where her column, The Sex Files, offers candid insights into modern dating and intimacy. She also curates Love, Peace, and Tacos, a newsletter that blends her passions for food, travel, and personal growth.Follow Brianne: Instagram: www.instagram.com/briehoganWebsite: briannehogan.caSubstack: https://briannehogan.substack.com/

In this straight-talking episode of Love, Brie, I’m calling it out: it’s time to stop shitting on dating apps and stop complaining about them. If you're stuck in a loop of frustration, blaming the apps for every dating woe, or constantly declaring that “dating is the worst” — this is your big sister wake-up call.I dive into why the apps aren’t the real problem, how complaining keeps you stuck, and what happens when you shift your energy back to yourself. This is about reclaiming your power, building real self-love, and approaching dating with confidence and clarity — whether you're swiping or not.This one’s part pep talk, part perspective shift — because your love life doesn’t get better by dragging the apps... it gets better when you start showing up differently.Find me at: http://briannehogan.ca/Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/briehoganSign up for my newsletter: https://briannehogan.substack.com/

First love. First heartbreak. Two experiences that shape the way we love, connect, and heal. In this episode of Love, Brie, I sit down with Lisa Phillips, author of First Love: Guiding Teens Through Heartbreak and Relationships, to explore what makes these early relationships so impactful.I share my own story—falling in love for the first time, experiencing heartbreak, and reconnecting with that person years later. Lisa opens up about why she wrote this book and why it’s so important to have open, honest conversations with teens (and ourselves) about love, relationships, and emotional resilience.We also talk about how parents, mentors, and friends can support someone going through heartbreak—not to fix it, but to help them move through it with understanding and self-awareness. Whether you’re a teen, a parent, or someone reflecting on your own first love, this conversation is all about love, loss, and the lessons we carry with us.Let’s talk about it.You can find Lisa here:  www.lisaamyphillips.comInstagram: @lisaamyphillips18Threads: @lisaamyphillips18Twitter: @lisaamyphillipsLinkedInInstagram: www.instagram.com/briehoganWebsite: briannehogan.caBook with me: https://calendly.com/brianne-hoganSubstack: https://briannehogan.substack.com/

Making friends as an adult can feel intimidating, but what if it’s not as hard as we think? In this episode, I dive into the art of building real friendships—not just meeting people, but actually forming meaningful connections. Inspired by last week’s episode on meeting people “in the wild,” this conversation is a reminder that social connection isn’t just about dating—friendship matters, too.I break down:- Why finding friends should be just as important as finding a date- How to put yourself out there and make the first move- The power of vulnerability, boundaries, and authenticity in friendships- What it really means to be a good friend and attract the right people- How to heal from past friendship disappointments and show up betterIf you’ve ever felt like making friends as an adult is *hard*, this episode is for you. The truth? People want to connect just as much as you do—you just have to make the first move.Find me at: http://briannehogan.ca/Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/briehoganSign up for my newsletter: https://briannehogan.substack.com/

A lot of people say, “Just get off the apps and meet people in real life.” Cool. But how? Because simply showing up somewhere—joining a hobby group, going to a coffee shop, or sitting at a bar—doesn’t magically mean you’ll meet someone. You actually have to make things happen.In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly what that means. It’s not about just existing in the right places—it’s about being engaged, curious, and willing to take action. I’ll share how to spot opportunities, start conversations, and actually connect with people in a way that feels natural, not forced.So if you’re ready to stop hoping for a rom-com moment and start creating real-life connections, let’s talk about how to do it.Find me at: http://briannehogan.ca/Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/briehoganSign up for my newsletter: https://briannehogan.substack.com/

In this episode, I dive into how my approach to dating has evolved and why I’m now dating from a more secure and confident place. I share my personal journey of unlearning old patterns, setting better boundaries, and truly trusting myself in relationships. From recognizing red flags earlier to embracing emotional security, I talk about what’s changed, what’s working, and what I’ve learned along the way. If you’ve ever struggled with dating anxiety or unsure about what you really want, this episode is for you! Find me at: http://briannehogan.ca/Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/briehoganSign up for my newsletter: https://briannehogan.substack.com/

Feeling stuck this year? Same. It's not just you -- there's a major energetic shift happening and a lot of us are questioning what's next. Blame astrology, numerology, or just life being life, but this "in between phase" is actually a big sign of change. In this episode, I break down why so many of us are feeling this way, what's happening the cosmos, and five things I'm doing to move through it (without losing my mind). Subscribe to my substack: https://briannehogan.substack.com/Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/briehogan/

Hi! It's been a while! i know...lots to catch up on! Including my new podcast title...Love, Brie!So why Love, Brie?Well...I get into all of that, including what you can expect from the show moving forward. Basically, this is all about love, connection, and cultivating the life you love and are proud of...even it doesn't make sense to you or others! which is literally what I've been going through for the last few months! i hope you'll join me every week as we dive into the messy world of dating, heartbreak, and personal growth, offering confessions and advice from someone who’s been through it all. From exploring the art of self-love to learning how to connect authentically with others, Love Brie is here to help you create a life—and love—that you truly adore. Also! please subscribe to my substack! Love, Briethanks for being here! xoxops. new title music to come! but right now, we are going live and off the cuff!!!

you guys know I hate the dating apps and I know I'm not alone! I hadn't been on apps for 10 years and I definitely met and slept with people, so it's possible! I'm spilling my secrets on how to meet people in real life and not on the dating apps from hobbies to work to, yes, even exes! plus my insights on what i really think rejection means...and it's better than you think. Connect with Brianne: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email me at: [email protected]

let's learn how to build emotional resilience and improve our self love! and we learn how to do that with this week's guest, psychotherapist, TEDx Talker, and podcaster Rachel Kaplan. Rachel is the author of the new book Feel, Heal & Let That Sh*t Go and in today's episode we talk about what that exactly means as a single person, and HOW to do that, including her technique of EPT (Emotional Potty Training). If you're looking on how to cultivate an emotional connection with yourself and learn how to release your inner shit, then this is the episode for you! Connect with Rachel: TikTok| Instagram| Podcast |Website Connect with Brianne: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email me at: [email protected]

i'm sharing this episode on my couch, talking out loud how i feel about being single as my identity, and why I don't like that or want that, and how i think we could change it -- if you identify with what I am talking about! + a TAROT CARD pull about the one thing you want to change in your life right now! Connect with Brianne: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email me at: [email protected]

i loove love this episode! this episode has it all! we talk about healing! we talk about what we love most about being single! we talk about being childfree and single, and why. we talk about why we're so glad we didn't get married! we talk about why single women's achievements should be celebrated just as much as if we were having babies and getting married! if you're looking for an episode that will help validate and inspire your life as a single and childfree woman, this is the one for you! my guest today is Pip Brown! She's the podcast host of One Single Woman, a single, childfree woman, animal advocate, and all around badass woman! Connect with Pip: Podcast| Instagram Connect with Brianne: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email me at: [email protected]

do you sometimes feel like you're not chosen? ugh. me too. it's been a lifelong battle of mine from friendships to relationships, and it's a tough one. in this vulnerable episode, i share my struggles with not feeling chosen, how i deal with it, my advice for those who are feeling the same, and i also do a surprise TAROT CARD pull to answer your most pressing question/issue when it comes to not feeling chosen. let's heal this shit together! Connect with Brianne: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email me at: [email protected]

traveling solo is the best! and definitely not an experience to be missed, especially as a single person! whether you've traveled solo before or not, this is THE episode for you. On the show we have Katie Johnson, an entrepreneur, expert solo traveler, and single woman. We talk about the safety practices needed for solo travellers, how to meet community abroad, including friends and lovers, following your own path, even if it means traveling far away from home, and what it means to live life completely differently than the rest of your family and friends. Originally from the Chicago area, Katie left the U.S. in 2015 and spent years solo backpacking around the world, as well as setting up camp on in South America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. Recently she started her own travel business and has a home base in Buenos Aires, Argentina. She's dated on various continents, done massive trips like Uganda and Antarctica solo, dated in two other languages, and as she said to me: "I am single and my general state of being is single lol. Have had a few blips here and there but my resting state is single. " Connect with Katie: Website| Instagram Connect with Brianne: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

It's that time of year again when the days get shorter and colder (for most of us, anyway). we all need to feel warm and cozy, and we all deserve to experience some romance. the good news is -- we don't need to be in a relationship to experience any of that! in today's episode, I share what I've been doing and including in my life to make it feel ooey gooey and romantic! it's all about the little things! Connect with Brianne: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

in today's episode we get honest about how powerful our own thoughts are when it comes to embracing being single. For example if you keep thinking being single is shit, then guess what? It will be. But our guest, Lucy Meggeson, is here to help you shift your perspective on your single status by sharing her story. We talk about spiritual awakenings, changing the subconscious mind, living alone, and celibacy! We GO ALL IN, BABY! Lucy is a single, childfree, music-obsessed, river-loving, personal growth crazy, autumn and winter-loving, unapologetically passionate, over-enthusiastic, slightly bonkers, recovering perfectionist, daughter, sister, niece, auntie and friend. She hosts and produces her own podcast, Spinsterhood Reimagined, which celebrates all things single, childfree, and personal growth. Connect with Lucy: Website | Instagram Connect with Brianne: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

I joined a dating app this summer. This is something I didn’t think I would do. I swore up and down to friends and family, to even my dating coach, that I wouldn’t do it. “I like meeting men in the wild,” I said over and over again. “It’s more organic that way. It feels more aligned to me.” (This is still true, but we’ll get to that later.) In this week's episode I talk about my initial thoughts about being on the app, why it took me so long to join one, how long I think I'll stay on the apps, and whether or not I've gone out on any dates. Connect with Brianne: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

dating over 40 is the best!! seriously! and today's guest Gurki Basra is here to tell you why. hint: it's all about knowing who you are and taking the time to create the life you want. Gurki is 42 years old and single and reluctantly became the first reality TV star for Netflix when she signed up for- what she thought was- a small independent documentary about being single in New York. That show ended up being Netflix’s first dating reality TV show. She ended up going viral, on a Time Square billboard, and garnering extensive international media attention for several years after the show launched due to her being an advocate for divorced women. That moment opened her eyes to how much single women were struggling with their mental health and she decided she wanted to learn more about how she could help in a real tangible way. She's now enrolled in Pepperdine University’s psychology masters program studying to become a licensed psychotherapist. Connect with Gurki: Instagram Connect with Brianne: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

SEASON 2 is BACK WITH A BANG! Brianne Hogan doesn’t want to be single anymore! Lock up your sons! Here she comes! Well, okay, maybe it’s not quite like that. Although in my world, it is quite the revelation since the most significant thing about me, for the majority of my life, is that I’m single. And, yeah, I have a podcast called Seriously Single! But what does this mean? I explain in the episode, but mainly I want to drive home you can love your single life AND not want to be single anymore. They don't have to be mutually exclusive! I really do like being single, and I already have a full life, and so I know that whomever is the lucky guy who gets to walk through my door, will be worth the wait… However, I’m sure as hell not waiting for him. Connect with Brianne: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠