Debating Dating

This week Rachel guides a sceptical Marc through the concept of love languages. Popularised online by people who write things like "Paesano Pizza is my love language", they take a look at the original five: Words of Affirmation, Quality Time, Physical Touch, Acts of Service & Gift-Giving.
While hearing listener submissions on the subject, Rachel recalls a recent faux-pas with a wine menu, Marc offers an alternative take on the perception of men who don't know how to express their emotions, and both reveal their results after taking the Love Language test. But the real test may lie in whether Rachel can convince Marc to believe that there's something to the whole concept at all...
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This week Marc and Rachel are joined by Scottish Twitter funnyman Paul Dock (@PaulDock93) to talk red flags. They discuss the difference between "fuckboys" and "softbois", question what it means when a partner hasn't introduced you to their friends (or featured you on their Insta grid) and chat about why bringing up your ex too much is a sure-fire warning sign.
Marc explains his distaste for astrology which leads to the three checking whether their starsigns match up with their personalities, Rachel recalls going on a date with a guy who turned out to be a serial philanderer, and Paul tells the story of the time someone he'd never met claimed to be in a relationship with him.
You can find Paul on Twitter and Instagram @PaulDock93.

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Or if you'd like to send in your own stories or questions for Marc & Rachel you can email [email protected]. And please remember to subscribe to the podcast and give us a 5-star review if you're enjoying it!

A bumper episode this week as Rachel and Marc talk one night stands... and unsurprisingly have a lot to say on the matter. Swapping stories from some of their funniest flings, they recall the awkwardness of trying to bring someone back to their parents' place, chat about the pros and cons of casual sex, and discuss the differing attitudes society has towards men and women when it comes to promiscuity.
Alongside several listener submissions, Marc shares an epiphany he had after a youthful liaison, Rachel reveals her method of keeping track of previous conquests, and the two debate whether someone you've slept with is owed a "duty of care" text... leading to a rather unexpected revelation.
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Marc & Rachel are joined by poet and spoken word artist Cat Hepburn (@CatHepburnWrite) to discuss a mishmash (or smorgasbord, depending on your preference) of dating-related topics, with listener submissions on dating people from different cultures, yet another ghosting story and an Agony Aunt/Uncle/Cousin question for the three to solve. Rachel and Cat compare what it's like dating Scottish guys versus their international counterparts, Marc is bewildered at Rachel's habit of getting into arguments on Tinder, and Rachel reveals the book Marc read as a child that started him on his self-improvement journey.
Cat's new book Dating & Other Hobbies is out on April 29th and available for pre-order now:
https://cathepburnwrite.bigcartel.com/product/dating-other-hobbies
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It's the last episode of the series, but before they set off into the sunset (for the summer at least) Rachel and Marc take a look at holiday romances. Marc finds out the meaning of "Hot Girl Summer", they discuss the risks involved in going away with a partner, and reminisce about their first lad's/girl's holidays.
Rachel also recalls her romance during a dramatic high-school trip, Marc recounts his tale of summer lovin' while in Ayia Napa, and they take a listen to some audio submissions sent in - including one which details the dangers of falling for a Mediterranean waiter.
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