Single AF And Now I Have To Deal with Valentine’s Day!

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Jana Kramer discusses being single and content while navigating Valentine's Day pressures.

The episode begins with Jana Kramer introducing the theme of being single on Valentine's Day. Guest Joan Vasos, a former Dancing with the Stars pro, joins to share her experiences. Joan discusses her divorce and how she has found peace and contentment in being single, attributing it to therapy and personal growth. She contrasts this with her past as a serial dater. The conversation shifts to Joan's current engagement, which is long-distance, with her fiancé living in Kansas while she resides in Maryland. They explain how they manage the distance through frequent communication and planned meetups in various locations. Jana and Joan then provide advice for single listeners on Valentine's Day, emphasizing self-care practices like taking baths or buying oneself flowers. They debate the importance of the holiday and whether it feels like a made-up occasion. Joan mentions her move away from Los Angeles and how it affected her social circle. The discussion expands to include celebrity relationships, specifically Halle Berry's engagement to Van Hunt and her history of multiple marriages. They reflect on whether marriage is necessary later in life, given prior experiences. Joan shares details about her sons and grandchildren, adding a family perspective. The episode concludes with light-hearted banter about attending a Sting concert and meeting potential partners, ending with promotional information for the podcast.

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A candid look at single life, dating after loss, and the nerve it takes to step back toward connection.

A candid conversation about single life, long-distance dating, and rebuilding after loss settles into its most affecting stretch when a couple in their sixties talks through work, children, money, and the unexpected shape of a later-life partnership.

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You get chapter-two dating honesty, long-distance reality checks, and a friendly wingman offer for getting back into the real world.

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