Sharing My Truth

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  Stirling Cooper Interview: Why Men Are Angry & Women Are Frustrated, Part 2 05.08.2026 55min

  In Part 2 of our interview with Stirling Cooper, we explore the biggest issues affecting modern dating, relationships, attraction, and the growing divide between men and women. Stirling Cooper, an intimacy coach, former award-winning adult film star, and former high-class male companion, shares his honest perspective on why dating has become so difficult in 2026. We discuss why so many men feel disconnected, why many women are frustrated, how dating apps have changed relationships, and what both men and women are getting wrong when it comes to attraction and long-term relationships.
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  Stirling Cooper Intreview: The Truth About Men, Women & Modern Dating Part 1 29.07.2026 51min

  Modern dating has never been more complicated. Men and women seem to be further apart than ever, dating apps are leaving people frustrated, and conversations about attraction, relationships, and expectations have become increasingly divided. In this episode, we’re joined by Stirling Cooper, intimacy coach, former award-winning adult film star, and former high-class male escort, for an honest conversation about what’s really happening between men and women today. After a career that gave him a unique perspective on sex, attraction, and relationships, Stirling retired from the adult industry in 2020. He now uses those experiences to help men and women build confidence, improve intimacy, and develop healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
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  Hot Takes On Your Dating Questions 22.07.2026 59min

  You sent us your dating questions, and we’re giving you our honest, unfiltered answers. From first dates and texting to red flags, ghosting, attraction, commitment, and everything in between, no topic is off limits. Some of your questions made us laugh, some made us think, and a few definitely divided us. In this episode, Mel and Suzie share their hot takes on real situations. You won’t always agree with us; we don’t always agree with each other, and that’s the fun of it! Dating is messy, relationships are complicated, and sometimes the best conversations come from the biggest disagreements. In this episode, Mel and Suzie share their hot takes on real situations sent in by listeners. You won’t always agree with us, and that’s the fun of it. Dating is messy, relationships are complicated, and sometimes the best conversations come from the biggest disagreements.
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  Single Women Say They’re Happy. Are They Really? 15.07.2026 44min

  We hear the same message over an over again: more women are choosing to stay single, and many say they’re happier than ever. One of our listeners wrote in to tell us we were completely wrong. She believes we’re unfairly suggesting that single women can’t be happy, and she wanted to set the record straight. So, is being single really the key to happiness for some women? Are the headlines and social media conversations telling the whole story? Or is there a difference between being content on your own and genuinely wanting to stay single long term?
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  Should Men Pay on the First Date? And Do Women Mean It When They Offer? 08.07.2026 28min

  For generations, the rule seemed simple: the man pays on the first date. But in a world of equality, changing gender roles, and rising dating costs, does that rule still apply? Should men still pick up the check? Do women expect it, appreciate it, or see it as outdated? And when a woman reaches for her purse and offers to split the bill, does she actually mean it, or is she secretly hoping he’ll insist on paying?
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  Men Want Marriage More Than Women Now. What Happened? 01.07.2026 30min

  For years, we’ve been told that women are the ones dreaming about weddings, commitment, and happily ever after, while men are the ones avoiding marriage. But what if that story isn’t true anymore? Recent research shows that 66% of men aged 18 to 29 say marriage is at least somewhat essential to their version of the American Dream. So what changed? Are young men becoming more interested in commitment while women are becoming more hesitant about marriage? In this episode, Mel and Suzie explore one of the biggest shifts in modern dating and relationships. Why are some men prioritizing marriage more than ever? Why are many women delaying or opting out of marriage altogether? Have career ambitions, financial pressures, dating apps, and changing gender roles completely changed the equation?
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  How to Meet Women in Real Life (When You’re Done With Dating Apps) 24.06.2026 39min

  A 36-year-old listener writes in with a question that many single men are asking right now: If dating apps aren’t working, where do you actually meet women in real life? Like many people navigating modern dating, he’s tired of swiping and wondering if there is a better way to meet someone. Should men be approaching women at grocery stores? Are bookstores, farmers markets, hiking trails, and coffee shops still good places to start a conversation? Is going out alone a smart move, or has dating changed too much for that to work anymore?
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  She Dumped a Great Guy Because He Was Too Small. Was She Being Shallow? 17.06.2026 21min

  A listener writes in with a dilemma that is guaranteed to divide opinions. After watching our ”Does Size Matter?” video on YouTube, she sent in a story about her roommate, who recently ended a relationship because the sex wasn’t giving her what she wanted. Now she’s feeling guilty and wondering if she was too focused on one physical detail, or if sexual compatibility is a valid reason to walk away from an otherwise promising relationship. So where’s the line between having preferences and being shallow? How important is sexual compatibility in a long-term relationship? And if something feels missing in the bedroom, is it fair to end things over it?
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  She Got Sober. I Stayed. But When Is Enough Enough? 10.06.2026 26min

  A listener shares the story of a relationship defined by two painful realities: alcohol abuse and infidelity. For years, his partner’s drinking led to chaos, broken trust, and repeated cheating. Friends and family told him to leave. He didn’t. Time after time, he chose to stay, hoping things would change. Eventually, they did.
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  Passport Bros: Are Men Really Finding Better Relationships Abroad? 03.06.2026 32min

  In this episode of Sharing My Truth, Mel and Suzie tackle one of the most controversial dating trends of the last few years. More and more men are looking beyond North America and Western Europe for love, claiming they can find more traditional values, stronger relationships, and better dating experiences abroad. But does it actually work?
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  Why Do Women Initiate 70% of Divorces, But Are Men Still to Blame? 27.05.2026 37min

  In this episode of Sharing My Truth, Mel and Suzie dive into one of the most controversial relationship statistics out there: women initiate nearly 70% of divorces. But if women are the ones leaving, why do so many people still blame men for the collapse of modern marriages? Are men emotionally unavailable? Are women’s expectations unrealistic? Has social media, modern independence, and shifting gender roles changed marriage forever?
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  Are Women the Problem in modern dating? 20.05.2026 44min

  In this episode of Sharing My Truth, Mel and Suzie take on one of the biggest questions in modern dating: are women the problem? From impossible standards and dating apps to mixed signals, ghosting, unrealistic expectations, and the growing frustration from men, this conversation gets honest fast. The hosts break down what women are getting wrong in dating, where men are struggling, and why modern relationships feel harder than ever. They also debate whether social media, feminism, hookup culture, and “having too many options” have changed how women approach men and relationships.
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  How Men Want Women to Hit on Them, According to Reddit 13.05.2026 34min

  Women asked men on Reddit one simple question: “How do I hit on you?” The answers were honest, unexpected, hilarious, and in some cases, brutally direct. In this episode, Mel and Suzie react to real responses from men about how women should flirt, approach guys and show interest without coming across as awkward, desperate, or fake. From subtle signs to direct pickup lines, they break down what actually works on men, and what turns them off instantly.
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  She Gave Me Her Number… Then Ghosted Me? Here’s Why 06.05.2026 31min

  You meet in real life. There’s a vibe. She gives you her number. So why does everything fall apart the moment you text her to set up a date? In this episode, we break down a listener voice note from a man who keeps hitting the same frustrating pattern: great in-person connection, number exchanged, one follow-up text… and then silence. This isn’t random, and it’s happening to more men than you think.
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  How Do I Know If My Wife Is Cheating? Signs and What to Look For 29.04.2026 38min

  “How do I know if my wife is cheating?” That’s the question a listener sent in, and in this episode, we unpack it honestly, without jumping to conclusions. Mel and Suzie don’t fully agree on this one, which makes it even more real. One leans into trusting your instincts, the other challenges how easy it is to misread normal relationship shifts as something more.
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  Red Flags and Green Flags in Dating and Relationships, Are You Missing the Signs? 22.04.2026 30min

  You sent them in… and we’re reading them out. In this episode, we go through real red flags and green flags our listeners have experienced in dating and relationships and give our honest take on each one. Some are obvious, some are questionable, and some might surprise you.
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  Smart, Successful Women… But Boring to Date? One Man’s Experience 15.04.2026 31min

  In this episode, we unpack a write-in from a man in his 30s who keeps dating women who, on paper, have everything, great careers, stability, intelligence, and their lives together. And yet, something isn’t clicking. The dates feel polite. Predictable. Low energy. So what’s going on? Is it modern dating dynamics? Are people playing it too safe?
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  Are Men Trying Too Hard in Dating… And Getting Nothing Back? 08.04.2026 47min

  More and more men are starting to feel like dating has become one-sided. You plan, you lead, you pay, you follow up, and still, it goes nowhere. So what’s actually going on? In this episode, we break down the real question: how much effort is too much? And do women even see it the same way?
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  Do Women Expect To Come First ? A Man’s Dating Dilemma About His Priorities 01.04.2026 30min

  A male listener writes in with a question a lot of men quietly struggle with, how much should you prioritize a woman early on… especially before date two? He’s busy, focused on work, and not interested in dropping everything for someone he barely knows. But he’s noticing something, things seem to fizzle if he doesn’t step up quickly. So what’s really going on? Do women expect to come first right away, or is that just modern dating pressure? And where’s the line between showing interest and losing your own priorities?
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  The First Night At His Place: What Women Actually Expect, And What Most Men Get Wrong 25.03.2026 38min

  What really happens the first night you go back to his place? For a lot of couples, that moment can feel exciting, awkward, confusing, and full of unspoken expectations. Men often think they know what women want in that situation… but many get it completely wrong. In this episode of the Sharing My Truth podcast, Mel and Suzie break down the reality of the first night at his place. What women are actually looking for, the subtle signals men often miss, and the small mistakes that can instantly change the mood.