"Second Chance Summer" is a limited seasonal series where Heather and Laura are revisiting the most popular past Thirsty episodes with the benefit of hindsight. Each episode includes a fresh intro and a new conversation at the end, where they uncover new lessons and laugh at themselves (a lot). Today, they're looking back at "Lenny the Liar", which originally aired September 20, 2021. Lenny was Heather and Laura's one crossover (dating) episode, and neither could give him positive reviews. Turns out the best way to prove you're divorced is to actually *be* divorced. This look back into the past asks why we get addicted to the drama, why a popular Facebook group makes it difficult to hide your secrets, and an update on Laura's attempt to reach out to an important person in Lenny's life.

Thirsty is celebrating the power of female friendship in this season 3 finale, alongside Tina and Amy, Oprah and Gayle, and the Spice Girls (of course!) Did you know the average female friendship lasts 16 years? That doesn't mean it's always smooth sailing though. Heather and Laura are talking about how to up your (platonic) relationship skills and create deep friendships that can go the distance. They're covering friendship's up's, down's, and everything inbetween, with a side of fun, tears, and brunch.

Worried you'll lose your Thirsty fix? Never fear, because Second Chance Summer is on the way, as Laura and Heather look back on their most popular early episodes with the benefit of hindsight and personal growth. Premieres in early June and runs throughout the summer.

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If you are divorced with kids, you will likely find yourself contemplating introducing your kids to a romantic partner. Today, Thirsty is covering it all, from how to make the decision to how to make it happen. When evolving your relationship to this level, there's so much to consider, and we all want to handle it well. Heather and Laura are sharing lessons from their personal experience, as well as talking about advice from the experts. If you're getting ready to take this important step, this episode will help you make sure you've covered all your bases.

In part 2 of this panel discussion about infertility, Thirsty is talking to Lindsay Flader and Jamie Martin about acceptance, giving up control, and why partners need support too. Lindsay's also sharing the moment she went public with her struggles, and why she was surprised by the results. They're also talking about how to deal when your personal life becomes visible at work (and why that might not be a bad thing) and how to access your inner strength.

Thirsty is taking a break from divorce and dating to talk about a subject that leaves one in eight couples wanting more: infertility. Today, Lindsay Flader and Jamie Martin are joining the pod to share where they've been, what they've learned, and how they're moving forward. They covering what infertility treatment requires, how they've managed their mental health, and (for allies) how to help support people you love who are dealing with infertility right now.

This week, Thirsty welcomes writer Emily Hughey to the group chat. Emily was in the midst of rebuilding her life post-divorce when she was "stealthed" by a man with whom she was in a new relationship. (Stealthing is when a sexual partner removes the condom without consent.) A few weeks later, despite having taken Plan B, she was shocked to find she was pregnant. She knew she had some choices to make about her future. In the months that followed, Emily was challenged with domestic abuse, an unplanned pregnancy, and a life that looked much different from what she'd expected.

Today Thirsty covers why healing often looks like a "hot mess", learning to trust your instincts, and how to stop settling for less than what you need. They're also talking about adjusting to changes in your social circle after divorce, reframing why women get into abusive relationships, and Emily shares the piece of her life that felt like a spiritual calling. If there's one thing we know, the road less travelled may feel uncertain and scary, but the life you deserve is on the other side.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Emily Hughey's essays

The Tragedy of Heterosexuality, by Jane Ward

The Lilac Tree

Presented by Custom Core Fit

There's a time and a place for dating willy nilly (like during the "dark days" of divorce!) but once you're ready to date in a healthy way, a dating strategy can help. Today special guest Maggie Degand is talking to us about how putting a little thought into your dating approach can lead to better outcomes. She's talking about building a dating profile that reveals your true self, the "three C's" that she lives by, what it means to date intentionally, and a special tool she calls "The Mantrix." Heather is sharing her new outlook on dating (and it's an approach she's never tried before.) Today's episode covers overdating, making decisions about your relationships, why making healthy decisions is a muscle you develop over time, and why your biggest dating obstacle may be your own ego.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

The Four Man Plan

Thirsty is a pod where — most of the time — we talk about dating, relationships, and life after divorce. However, our tagline “because sometimes life leaves you wanting more” is bigger than just divorce. Divorce may be an opportunity to think differently about life, but there are many other life experiences that create that same potential to learn more about ourselves and others, challenging our preconceived notions. And, understanding each other’s biggest life experiences - whether it’s divorce or something else - is one way to do that. To that end, today, we’re taking a break from dating to talk to our guests Amanda Vaughn and Holly Cates about adoption from their perspective as adoptees.