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Do I Really Hate Men?

Ang Allan-Burns

Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an "I hate men" podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside. This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring

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Ep. 75 You Are Not Broken, You Are Becoming: Stories...

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2025/12/17

This final episode of 2025 celebrates the podcast's 75th milestone with four powerful listener letters about surviving divorce, reshaping Christmas, and choosing peace, freedom, and self-worth. Through stories of first holidays alone, letting go of painful traditions, and rebuilding life with kids, the episode highlights how women can reclaim their power, create new rituals, and prove that being alone is not a punishment but an opportunity. (00:00) Welcome and Introduction (00:55) Reflecting on

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Ep. 74 Reclaim Your Joy: Selfish Christmas Strategies

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2025/12/03

Today Ang shares empowering tips for divorced women and single moms to embrace a peaceful, self-focused Christmas, emphasizing energy protection, kid-centered magic, debunking loneliness myths, and creating personal traditions amid holiday pressures. (00:00) Introduction and Welcome (01:05) Reflecting on the Year (01:41) The Book and Its Impact (02:47) Being Selfish at Christmas (04:12) Tips for a Peaceful Christmas (09:33) Empowering Christmas Gifts (17:00) Final Thoughts and Farewell KEY

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Ep. 73 Asking the Hard Questions: Building Real Love...

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2025/11/19

In this today's episode, Ang shares a deeply personal update about transitioning from a long phase of single motherhood to exploring new relationships and the challenges that come with vulnerability. She highlights the importance of asking the hard questions early in relationships to understand true compatibility beyond chemistry. Drawing from her own experiences and attachment style insights, Anang encourages listeners to navigate relationships with honesty, openness, and emotional intelligence

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Ep. 72 Planning a Joyful Christmas in Co-Parenting Chaos

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2025/11/05

In this episode of Do I Really Hate Men, host Ang shares a practical and heartfelt guide on how single moms and co-parents can plan for a calm, joyful Christmas despite the challenges of separation and co-parenting. From starting conversations early, creating new traditions, managing emotional and physical energy, to protecting your peace in the final countdown, Ang offers actionable tips to help you reclaim the magic of the season on your own terms. (00:00) Introduction to the Podcast (00:42) The

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Catch Yourself Thinking: How to Stop Negative...

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2025/10/22

In this solo episode of Do I Really Hate Men, Ang dives deep into the power of self-recognition and self-regulation—two tools that can transform how we think and react every day. She shares practical, heartfelt advice on breaking free from negative thought loops and becoming the true hero of your own story. With warmth, humor, and relatable insight, Ang walks listeners through her “Catch Yourself Thinking” method and the “H+E+R+O” formula for mastering emotional control. This episode is your

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Ep. 70 From Single Mom to Single Powerhouse:...

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2025/10/08

In this heartfelt solo episode of "Do I Really Hate Men," Ang shares a personal reflection on transitioning from being a single mom to entering the "empty nest" phase, which she embraces as her new "single powerhouse" era. She opens up about the emotional challenges and pride she feels as her two sons move into their independent lives—one joining the RAF and the other pursuing a career at sea. Ang also addresses a social media phrase she encountered this summer, "married single mom," critiquing

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Ep. 69 Playdate: The Dating App for Single Parents...

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2025/09/24

In this empowering episode of "Do I Really Hate Men," host Ang sits down with Nevine Coutry, a resilient single mom who transitioned from running a marketing agency to founding Play Date—the UK’s first dating app exclusively for single parents. Nevine shares her inspiring journey through divorce, motherhood, and entrepreneurship, highlighting the unique challenges single parents face in dating, balancing work, and parenting. She explains how Play Date was born out of her own struggles to find

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Ep. 68 Planning Your Financial Future After Divorce:...

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2025/09/10

In today's episode Ang talks with Susan Bennett, a chartered financial planner specializing in divorce financial planning. Susan shares expert insights on the importance of financial advice during and after divorce, focusing on long-term planning for income, housing, children’s expenses, and pensions. They discuss the emotional aspects of divorce finances and the benefits of having a financial neutral to help both parties reach amicable agreements. Susan also explains Advanta Wealth’s specialist

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Ep. 67 Manopause 101: Helping Men Understand...

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2025/08/27

This week Ang is joined by Jainy Smith, a menopause advocate and author of "Manopause 101," who is breaking the silence around menopause for both women and men. Jainy shares her personal menopause journey, including an early and challenging diagnosis, and her mission to educate men on how to support their partners through this life transition. She discusses the common symptoms of menopause, the importance of communication between partners, and the often overlooked emotional and psychological impacts

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Ep. 66 Superhero Single Moms: Shailee’s Journey of...

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2025/08/13

This week Ang is joined by Shailee, an associate director at FIS Global in India, who shares her unique perspective on the challenges and resilience of single mothers in India. Shailee speaks candidly about balancing a demanding career with single parenting, tackling societal taboos, and advocating for her daughter’s independence in a culture still influenced by traditional norms. Drawing on her personal experiences and professional insights, she offers hope and motivation for single moms everywhere

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Ep. 65 Facing the Numbers: Financial Clarity After...

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2025/07/30

This episode features Peter Ryan, a finance professional with a background in helping clients navigate financial decisions post-divorce. Peter draws on his experience both professionally and personally, having grown up in a divorced family, to offer practical advice and insight into the financial realities that many people, particularly women, face during and after divorce. He explains the common emotional attachments to assets like the family home and pensions and stresses the importance of

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Ep. 64 From Breakup to Breakthrough: Building Better...

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2025/07/16

In today’s episode, Ang interviews Dr. Shannon Hirst, a research psychologist and Senior Research Lead at One Plus One, a UK-based charity focused on strengthening relationships. Shannon discusses her academic and practical journey—from studying forgiveness and attachment to developing support tools for families navigating relationship breakdowns. The episode explores why strong relationships are both a cornerstone of personal well-being and a public health concern, delving into the emotional

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Ep. 63 Beyond Google: Real Divorce Advice from a...

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2025/07/09

This week, Ang welcomes Claire Higham, an experienced associate solicitor specializing in family law at Slater Heelis. With over 16 years in the field, Claire brings insight into navigating complex and emotional divorce cases, from high-value financial disputes to sensitive children’s matters, as well as IVF, surrogacy, and private adoptions. The conversation delves into Claire’s unconventional path to law, her people-focused approach, and practical advice for anyone considering or going through a

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Ep. 62 Navigating the First 30 Days After Separation...

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2025/07/02

In this heartfelt solo episode, Ang opens up about a deeply personal milestone—sending her youngest son off to Royal Air Force basic training—and the emotional impact of empty nest syndrome. She then turns her focus to those in the early, raw days after separation or divorce, offering compassionate guidance on what to expect and practical strategies to help you cope through one of life’s toughest transitions. If you’re in the whirlwind of emotions, confusion, and uncertainty that comes with the

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Ep. 61 Kids & Separation: What Happens to Our...

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2025/06/25

Ep. 61 Kids & Separation: What Happens to Our Children During Divorce? w/ Nadine Pittam In this episode, Ang welcomes back Nadine Pittam, a BACP-accredited psychotherapist and host of the podcast "This Won’t Fix You." Nadine returns to the podcast once more to discuss the emotional and psychological impact of divorce on children, drawing from her professional experience and her own childhood. The conversation explores the importance of boundaries, emotional validation, and understanding behavioral

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Ep. 60 Celebrating Parents – Honoring Strength, Love,...

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2025/06/18

In this heartfelt episode, Ang celebrates the incredible role of parents everywhere, inspired by Global Parents Day. She reflects on the challenges and triumphs of parenting, especially through the lens of divorce and single parenthood. Ang honors all types of parents—biological, adoptive, stepparents, grandparents, and caregivers—recognizing the unique and powerful impact they have on shaping the next generation. Drawing from her experience speaking at the Divorce Fair in London, Ang shares

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Ep. 59 Turning Conflict Into Clarity: Mediation with...

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2025/06/11

In this week's episode, Ang welcomes Bernadette Willems, a mediation specialist, to discuss the vital role of mediation in divorce and conflict resolution. The discussion explores Bernadette's journey from being a solicitor to becoming a mediator, the benefits of mediation over the traditional court process, and how mediation helps in dealing with various conflicts, including business disputes and professional breakdowns. They delve into the importance of communication, the challenges of

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Ep. 58 Rewriting Your Beliefs After Divorce – How to...

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2025/06/04

In this powerful solo episode, Ang returns from a rejuvenating holiday with fresh energy and a transformative message for women navigating life after divorce. Today’s topic: the hidden forces shaping your life—your beliefs—and how you can break free from the limiting stories that hold you back. Whether you’re just starting your healing journey or already moving toward your next chapter, this episode is a roadmap for unlocking the confident, worthy, and fulfilled version of yourself that’s waiting to

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Ep. 57 Sink or Swim Parenting: Practical Strategies...

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2025/05/28

This week Ang is joined by Natalie McCabe, a practical visionary and dedicated single parent coach with over 30 years of experience in education. Natalie shares her inspiring journey from teaching and raising two children as a single mom, to becoming a parent coach who empowers families to find joy and resilience in parenting. Drawing from her personal story and her book Sink or Swim Parenting, Natalie discusses the challenges of single parenting, the importance of emotional regulation for both

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Ep. 56 Parenting Apart - Choosing Between...

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2025/05/06

Ang has talked a lot on the show about co-parenting and how to do it smoothly for the benefit of your children, but, this week Ang is exploring a different type of parenting, and one that worked for her - Parallel Parenting. Designed to give each parent more freedom over their individual choices and decisions on how they raise their child, parallel parenting is a very viable option for a lot of single parents, and one that more and more people are turning to. In this episode Ang goes into detail on

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