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Single and not Settling
by Vanessa Maree - Wingwoman
Single and not Settling is a modern day dating podcast hosted by your new wingwoman, Vanessa Maree! Vanessa Maree talks about all things dating and shares stories from her own dating journey as a 30 something single woman. Unfiltered, honest and witty, we discuss the big questions to help single women on their dating journey. From ghosting to lovebombing, to self love, knowing your worth and listening to your intuition while dating. Together, we will navigate through it all while encouraging you to live your best single life!Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vanessamaree_wingwoman/
Episodes
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62. “You're Arrogant”: Women are Done!
In this episode of Single and Not Settling, I'm sharing a recent speed dating experience that had me calling a man arrogant, and reflecting on something much bigger than one uncomfortable conversation. Because while we're out there trying to find connection, chemistry and companionship, women are...
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61. Reimagining Connection with Shani Connard
Is there a better way to date than swiping, apps, awkward first dates… and speed dating in a pub with alcohol involved? I think there has to be! In this episode of Single and Not Settling, Vanessa Maree is joined by Shani Connard, who is doing exactly that — reimagining the way we meet and…
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60. Your Dating Patterns Aren’t Your Personality, They’re a Program with Adrianna Carlesimo
Have you ever looked at a man and thought, “I KNOW he’s not giving me what I need… but I can’t keep away?” In this episode, Vanessa Maree is joined by clinical hypnotherapist Adrianna Carlesimo to explore the subconscious patterns that can influence who we’re attracted to, what we tolerate and…
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59. The Matchmaking update you have been waiting for!
In this episode, Vanessa Maree shares a little update from her matchmaking journey including what happened when she finally agreed to meet the man she was introduced tothrough Love With Me. After stepping away from the dating apps, Vanessa is exploring different ways to meet people and what it...
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58. Reinventing Yourself When Love Hasn't Happened Yet with Ingrid Bayer
You thought it would have happened by now. You thought you'd meet someone. Fall in love. Get married. Maybe build the life you'd imagined together. Because that's what seemed to happen for everyone else. And now you're in your 40s, still single, looking around wondering... “Why hasn't it happened...
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57. Instead of asking "What are you looking for", ask this instead!
Are your standards really too much... or have you simply been asking the wrong people to meet them? This week's episode was recorded in my holiday cabin while I was taking a break, wearing no make up and simply being me. I'm sharing a recent dating experience that reminded me of something I've…
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56. The Skill Every Single Woman Needs!
What if the biggest thing holding you back in dating isn't finding the right person... but trusting yourself? After sharing the story of "Mr Singapore" in last week's episode, I realised there was a deeper conversation to have. One that goes beyond dating and into the relationship we have with...
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55. The Lie We Tell Ourselves About Casual Dating
One thing I found myself questioning is the advice we often hear around casual dating. The idea that because it's casual, you shouldn't expect much. I am challenging that in this episode. In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of a recent interaction I had with “Mr Singapore” (if you…
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54. Keep Your Options Open! The Four Man Plan with Claire Elizabeth Dea
..."Don't place all your eggs in one basket!" In this motivating interview, Vanessa Maree sits with Clare Elizabeth Dea as she shares her journey of transforming her shame into power, her unique approach to dating through the four-man plan, and the importance of authenticity, solid friendships…
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53. Your Permission Slip to Stop Settling for Low Effort Men!
Breadcrumbs should give you the ICK!! In this episode, I open up about the evolution of Single and Not Settling and the deeper direction this space is moving towards. I share why I feel called to help women build self-worth, emotional safety, confidence and standards that naturally make low…
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52. Finance Hacks & Tips for Single Women with Laura Symmonds
Ready to feel empowered about your finances? In this conversation, I sit down with a Conscious CFO, FCPA and Holistic Executive Coach, Laura Symmonds to talk about something that impacts so many single women right now — money, independence, and learning to take control of your finances without…
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51. The New Vision for Single & Not Settling and the Shadow Side of Recognition
In this episode, I reflect on a recent speaking opportunity with Fuck Up Nights Melbourne and the deeper layers that have unfolded since stepping into more visibility. I share the intention behind Single & Not Settling the greater vision moving forward, the message I brought to the stage, and the...
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50. Clearing HPV. Breaking the Stigma on Women's Health
This episode feels incredibly special… not just because it’sEpisode 50, but because I’m opening up about something deeply personal that I know so many women silently experience. Today, I’m sharing my journey with HPV. Did you know that around 80% of women will have HPV at some point in their…
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49. Why It’s So Hard for Single People Right Now… (And I’m Not Talking About Dating)
The cost of living is rising… and for single people, it hits differently. In this honest and heartfelt episode, I open up a conversation that isn’t being spoken about enough — the emotional and financial weight of navigating life on your own in today’s climate. This isn’t about dating. This is...
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48. Red Flags, Q&A Dating Questions and the Challenges of Dating. My interview with And Carrying On
On this episode of Single and Not Settling, we are sharing a conversation Vanessa Maree was invited to have on the Youtube series, And Carrying On. Chrissie, the host of And Carrying On also invited Kevin to bring in the male perspective on challenges of dating. The audio is a bit soft in parts,...
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47. The Secrets of Connection with Joe Che
Ever felt like you have forgotten how to connect with others or wondered how to ask a question the right way? If so, this episode is for you! Vanessa Maree has a conversation with Joe Che, the creator behind The Connection Map, the first comprehensive framework of human connection that brings...
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46. Attraction v Attachment. Knowing the difference to break the "bad boy" pattern.
The story continues with Part 2 of Attachment Bonds... & it feels so edgy to share! In this episode of Single and Not Settling, I open up and talk about how I navigated my way through the layers (yes there was more!) and how I discovered that fantasy became a regulation tool. I break down: What I...
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45. Attachment Bonds. Why we get hooked on emotionally unavailable men!
Have you ever felt deeply attached to someone — even when, logically, you knew the connection wasn’t aligned or going anywhere? In this episode, I’m unpacking attachment bonds — what they are, why they form so quickly (especially with emotionally unavailable men), and how they can feel magnetic,...
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44. Saying NO to New Years Resolutions. Why I'm doing 2026 Differently
New Years Resolutions?....Nope not subscribing to that this year! Each year we are told to write out our dreams and goals for the New Year, to put in actions steps that make us feel like failures if we did not reach them. But what happens when we are just not feeling it? If 2025 did a number on…
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43. #realtalk. Triggers, Truth and How I Feel about being Single at Christmas
This wasn't the episode I planned to record. I wanted to record an episode to hype up single women at Christmas, reminding you that you are enough, that it is OK to be single and that your life has so much meaning and value. While I still believe that to be true, I didn't have it in me to show up...
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42. The Journey to Self-Worth. My interview for the Genius Zone by Terri Messenger
Recently Vanessa Maree was interviewed by Terri Messenger for the Genius Zone Podcast. In this transformational episode, Vanessa nudges you to become aware of your own outdated beliefs around love, relationships and being single. Vanessa Maree shares her Soul Led Confidence pillars to help single...
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41. Let's Talk Matchmaking! An Alternative to Finding Love with Megan Gourlay
In this episode, Vanessa Maree sits down with the incredible Megan Gourlay, a heart-led matchmaker and the founder of Love With Me. Together, they explore what it really takes to find aligned love in today’s world, from mindset to emotional readiness to the practical steps of matchmaking. Here’s...
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40. Where to Meet Men IRL and the New Red Flag you NEED to know about!!
I kick things off with a big heartfelt thank you toeveryone who reached out after my last episode. Your messages honestly meant so much. I give a little update on where I’m at — still moving through some things, but doing okay (promise!). Then we get into the juicy stuff: How to meet men...
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39. Over it! Being Spiritual & Single Sucks!!
This one’s personal. Think of it as my dear diary moment. Raw, real, and unfiltered. In this episode, I’m sharing: The latest update on the guy I’ve been dating (and yep, this is the stuff I didn’t share on social media 👀) The anxiety, overthinking, and self-awareness spiral thathad me…
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38. Good Men Still Exist with Brad Barnett
In this grounding and vulnerable conversation, Vanessa Mareesits down with Brad Barnett, a fire dancer, speaker, and man on a mission to be “a beacon of hope for women who have bad stories.” Brad opens up about his past, including a pivotal momentthat changed how he shows up in relationships and...
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37. Friendship Breakups & Closure. Healing the Ghosting No One Talks About
"God showed you who they are — the next step is yours.” That’s the quote Vanessa Maree is unpacking in today’s episode, along with other ways closure may come to you. This episode isn’t just about dating, but it is about heartbreak, the kind we don’t often talk about: losing friendships. In this...
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36. Part 2: Energetics, Synchronicity & Soul Connections with Lara Bokovay
This episode is part two of my beautiful conversation with Lara Bokovay, where we continue diving deep into the energetic side of dating, intimacy, and connection.We explore: The energetic exchange during intimacy - what it means to invite someone into your energy field, and how to become...
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35. Part 1: Your Permission Slip to hold the Vision & Never Settle with Lara Bokovay
This episode is your reminder that it’s okay to be single, it’s okay to wait, and it’s okay to hold onto the vision of the love you truly desire. I sit down with coach, intuitive, and psychic Lara Bokovay, who shares her raw and inspiring journey of walking away from a five-year marriage…
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34. My Singles Events and the Connection to Reiki and the Hinge Hack you NEED to know!
In this solo episode, I’m giving you an update on my recent singles event, sharing how Reiki has been a game-changer for opening my heart again, and revealing a little Hinge hack that has men sending the first message (yes, it’s actually working!). Singles Events Update! I talk about the…
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33. Where have we gone wrong? Feminine and Masculine Energy in Modern Dating with Ash Edelman
In this heart-opening chat, Vanessa Maree interviews Ash Edelman, mindset coach and breathwork facilitator, to explore what it means to be a man today, how we heal through relationships, and a reminder that good men do exist (yes, really). Heads up: There are a few minor audio dropouts – Ash was...
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32. Girl on Fire! Trusting Your Gut and CHOOSING YOURSELF - with Isabelle Prestia
In this episode, Vanessa Maree is joined by the radiant Isabelle Prestia. Isabelle is a social media and marketing coach & NLP Practitioner and the founder and host of her own podcast, Start Somewhere. In this episode, she shares her deeply personal journey of calling off her engagement just 12...
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31. The Cost of Uplevelling: The Messy Middle of Personal Growth.
This episode isn’t my usual chat about dating, it’s something deeper. Today I’m sharing the honest, raw side of personal growth: the real cost of uplevelling. As women, when we begin working on ourselves, we often don’t expect the ripple effect it has on every part of our lives. We shed layers.…
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30. Cracking the Code to Real Love with Phoebe Rogers
We've hit 30 episodes! I'm so grateful to every single one of you who has tuned in, shared feedback, or sent me a DM about how this podcast has landed with you. It's what keeps me going, and I’m so excited to bring you this next heart-opening conversation. In this episode, I’m joined by Phoebe...
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29. Keeping It Real with Liz Ross - A candid interview
Single and Not Settling is now on Instagram! Head over to Instagram and follow @singleandnotsettling.podcast to stay up to date with episode releases and your hit of dating empowerment!This episode is a little different, I was recently interviewed on another podcast, and I knew I had to…
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BONUS EPISODE - I'm launching my own Singles Events... with a difference!
In this bonus episode, I’m announcing something I’ve been working on behind the scenes, and if you’re single and living in Melbourne, you’ll want to hear this! I’m officially hosting my first singles event on June 15, actually I don’t like calling it a "singles event." This is an event for...
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28. Think Like a Man? Or Just Have High Standards? – Part 2
Single and Not Settling is now on Instagram! Head over to Instagram and follow @singleandnotsettling.podcast to stay up to date with episode releases and your hit of dating empowerment! In this continuation of my reflections on Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man by Steve Harvey, I dive into…
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27. ‘Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man’ – My Honest Thoughts - Part 1
Single and Not Settling is now on Instagram! Head over to Instagram and follow @singleandnotsettling.podcast to stay up to date with episode releases and your hit of dating empowerment! I've begun reading the book Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man by Steve Harvey….. I have some things to say.…
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26. Cracking the Code of Online Dating and The Secret to Better Matches with Mark Rosenfeld
Single and Not Settling is now on Instagram! Head over to Instagram and follow @singleandnotsettling.podcast to stay up to date with episode releases and your hit of dating empowerment! In this eye-opening episode, Vanessa Maree sits down with Mark Rosenfeld, one of Australia’s most sought-after...
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25. Self Forgiveness and Becoming OBSESSED with YOUR life!
In this solo episode, I open up about what’s been happening in my world over the past two months.....the challenges, the wake-up calls, and the deep self-reflection that’s shifted everything for me. I share a personal health scare that forced me to take a hard look at my habits, patterns, and the...
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24. Own Your Worth. My interview on Sipping on Stories
Own Your Worth: Empowered Dating for Single Woman. Recently I was interviewed by Cehrin on her YouTube Series, Sipping on Stories. From building self confidence to embracing being single, Cehrin asked me how single woman can navigate the dating world with confidence, self worth and reclaiming…
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23. Navigating Dating and Relationships for Neurodiverse Women with Liz Ross
In this episode, I sit down with Liz Ross, a relationship coach specializing in helping neurodiverse women—particularly those with autism or ADHD—navigate the world of dating and relationships. We explore what dating looks like for someone with neurodiversity and how unique challenges can impact...
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22. Why Financial Independence Matters for Single Women
In this episode of Single and Not Settling, we are diving deep into the topic of financial independence for single women and why it's essential in today’s world. First, I’m sharing a little update on my dating life, including a memorable speed-dating experience where I ended up in a hilariously...
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21. The Ghosting Guide: How to Deal, Heal and Laugh with Andi Lew
"...Ghosting is a reflection on them for their inability to communicate" - Andi Lew Andi Lew is a Lifestyle and Wellness expert, TV Host and Best Selling Author and our guest on this episode of Single and Not Settling! Vanessa Maree talks to Andi Lew about her book "Where'd They Go?", which...
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20 - A conversation about Dating & Relationships with Dr Karin, Psychologist
A note from Vanessa Maree... "This is absolutely a dream come true. I was so nervous throughout this interview as I could have pinched myself, achieving this goal of mine. You see in 2020 after I was ghosted and the world shut down, I found a podcast by Dr Karin. Her advice on dating and...
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19. What you need to hear before you open a Dating App with Rachel Smith
On this episode of Single and Not Settling, Vanessa Maree shares in a conversation with Rachel Smith, a feminine embodied coach about the things you wish you knew before you go on a dating app! Are you swiping left and right with expectations to find your future partner? This expectant energy is...
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18. Balancing your nervous system and how to set healthy standards with Amy Louise Cash
On this episode of Single and Not Settling, we welcome Amy Louise Cash as our guest. Amy is a woman's coach and mentor who I had the privilege of connecting with through a masterclass about nervous system regulation and setting healthy standards. Many of us are experiencing some form of stress…
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17. Being brave to walk away from a "good" relationship and dating as a single mum with Nikii Syme
I'm thrilled to announce that I'M BACK with a brand newepisode! In this episode, I'm joined by Nikii Syme, formerrelationship coach, retreat facilitator and 6 -figure online entrepreneur who bravely shares her journey from a "good" relationship, becoming a single mother and ultimately finding...
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16. Valentine’s Day – a time to cultivate Self Love (with a self love meditation, included)
Happy Valentine’s Day, my loves! This day is usually about being “lovey dovey” with your significant other, but what happens when that is not your current reality and has not happened for you yet? In this episode, your wingwoman, Vanessa Maree has your back and talks about Self Love! Your host...
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15. Creating a life of magic as a single woman using the power of Manifestation ✨✨
Make 2023 your year!! In today’s episode, Vanessa Maree shares a juicy conversation with the Manifesting QUEEN, Chloe! The intention of this episode is to empower single women to create magic in their lives using the power of manifestation! Check out the episode to hear: We have the power to…
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14. Single at Christmas? This one is for you!
It is Christmas time and for some of us, this may bring about feelings that we are missing out on that relationship that didn’t happen for us during the year and we have to put up with the questions from our family over Christmas dinner about our relationship status! In this episode, I wanted to...
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Single and not Settling is a modern day dating podcast hosted by your new wingwoman, Vanessa Maree! Vanessa Maree talks about all things dating and shares stories from her own dating journey as a 30 something single woman. Unfiltered, honest and witty, we discuss the big questions to help single women on their dating journey. From ghosting to lovebombing, to self love, knowing your worth and listening to your intuition while dating. Together, we will navigate through it all while encouraging you to live your best single life!Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vanessamaree_wingwoman/
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