Situationships Podcast

Randi Williams

Situationships Podcast shares the stories of black millennials from across the relationship spectrum (from singledom to divorced) to uncover hard-learned lessons of love. Each week host, Randi, chats with a guest to dig into their real life experiences in the pursuit of love that led to insight and growth. Listen each week to learn from the mistakes and successes of others so you can do better, have better, and be better in your love life.

  • 7 minutes 58 seconds
    Dating Diary #3 (Season 3 Finale)

    This week I'm hitting y'all with another dating diary episode.

    It's also the season 3 finale. But don't worry, I'll be back with more relatable stories and dating gems in season 4.

    Enjoy!

    Thanks for listening to this episode of Situationships. 

    If you learned anything in this episode, please share this episode with a friend. 

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    You know that situationship you had that one time? The one you girlfriends remind you about whenever you start acting brand new? I want to hear about it. Hit me up at situationshipspodcast.com/mystory or email me a [email protected].

    And don't forget to connect with me and Situationships Podcast listeners on social media. You can find me on Instagram and Facebook @situationshipspod and on Twitter @situationspod.

    Talk to you soon.

     

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    6 May 2020, 4:00 am
  • 1 hour 6 minutes
    Barriers to Vulnerability ft. Penda N'diaye creator of the Pro Hoe Podcast

    On this week's episode, I have something a little different for y'all. It's a crossover episode with Penda from the Pro Hoe Podcast. 

     

    How do you distinguish between an emotional boundary and a resistance to vulnerability? Penda -- the creator of the Pro Hoe Podcast (@improhoe) -- and I discuss this question and many other topics around barriers to vulnerability in modern dating in our crossover episode this week. 

     

    It was truly a delight talking with Penda and I can't wait for you to hear us process some of our own experiences and try to figure out how we gon' get God to bless us with healthy, compatible partners. 

     

    Enjoy!

     

    Thanks for listening to this episode of Situationships. 

     

    If you learned anything in this episode, please share this episode with a friend. 

     

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    You know that situationship you had that one time? The one you girlfriends remind you about whenever you start acting brand new? I want to hear about it. Hit me up at situationshipspodcast.com/mystory or email me a [email protected].

     

    And don't forget to connect with me and Situationships Podcast listeners on social media. You can find me on Instagram and Facebook @situationshipspod and on Twitter @situationspod.

     

    Talk to you soon.

     

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    29 April 2020, 4:00 am
  • 57 minutes 18 seconds
    Lack of Attraction

    On this week's episode, I talk with fan favorite… and my best friend, Alishia. We kept it pretty light. She shares about a recent experience dating someone who was great on paper, chemistry was poppin', but the attraction just wasn't there.

    We all know that chemistry and attraction aren't everything, but that shit matters.

    Hear about some of the back and forth she went through deciding how to proceed and how things ultimately ended.

    Enjoy!

    Thanks for listening to this episode of Situationships. 

    If you learned anything in this episode, please share this episode with a friend. 

    Get Situationships Podcast merch and early access to podcast episodes by becoming a Situationships Podcast Patreon at patreon.com/situationshipspod.

    You know that situationship you had that one time? The one you girlfriends remind you about whenever you start acting brand new? I want to hear about it. Hit me up at situationshipspodcast.com/mystory or email me a [email protected].

    And don't forget to connect with me and Situationships Podcast listeners on social media. You can find me on Instagram and Facebook @situationshipspod and on Twitter @situationspod.

    Talk to you soon.

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    22 April 2020, 11:05 pm
  • 1 hour 40 seconds
    Moving on from a 10-Year Situationship

    On this week's episode, I talk with Cara — a single 30-year-old woman who told me about her experience in a 10-year off again/on again situationship. 

    After meeting in college and experiencing a feeling freedom and comfort she had never experienced before, completely untangling her life from a situationship that she knew would never turn into more became difficult.

    Over the 10 years, Cara entered several other relationships and even got engaged.

    She shares how her experience in the situationship played a role in her ending her engagement.

    Cara's self-awareness and transparency make this a really good episode. 

    Enjoy!

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    Thanks for listening to this episode of Situationships. 

    If you learned anything in this episode, please share this episode with a friend. 

    Get Situationships Podcast merch and early access to podcast episodes by becoming a Situationships Podcast Patreon at patreon.com/situationshipspod.

    You know that situationship you had that one time? The one you girlfriends remind you about whenever you start acting brand new? I want to hear about it. Hit me up at situationshipspodcast.com/mystory or email me a [email protected].

    And don't forget to connect with me and Situationships Podcast listeners on social media. You can find me on Instagram and Facebook @situationshipspod and on Twitter @situationspod.

    Talk to you soon.

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    15 April 2020, 4:00 am
  • 49 minutes 18 seconds
    Taking a Break from Dating

    On this week's episode, I talk with Saneeta — a 34-year-old woman living in New York City who's taking an indefinite break from dating. 

    She's met her fair share of duds and instead of being up front when she's ready to move on, Saneeta tends to keep her feelings to herself and let things drag on much longer than she'd really like to.

    Saneeta shares a story of dating a dude who took advantage of her kindness (and her wallet…) and another story of a guy who got SLOPPY drunk and ruined their date.

    Enjoy!

    Thanks for listening to this episode of Situationships. 

    If you learned anything in this episode, please share this episode with a friend. 

    Get Situationships Podcast merch and early access to podcast episodes by becoming a Situationships Podcast Patreon at patreon.com/situationshipspod.

    You know that situationship you had that one time? The one you girlfriends remind you about whenever you start acting brand new? I want to hear about it. Hit me up at situationshipspodcast.com/mystory or email me a [email protected].

    And don't forget to connect with me and Situationships Podcast listeners on social media. You can find me on Instagram and Facebook @situationshipspod and on Twitter @situationspod.

    Talk to you soon.

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    8 April 2020, 4:00 am
  • 1 hour 3 minutes
    Dating Lessons from a Single 34-Year-Old

    On this week's episode, I talk with Yewande — a 34-year-old who has never had a serious, committed relationship. 

    For me, her situation was super relatable. She shares her experience navigating a variety of failed situationships and how "going with the flow" has led her to be perpetually single.

    We talk about the need for vulnerability, clear expectations, and trusting your gut as you enter and navigate dating.

    Enjoy!

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    Thanks for listening to this episode of Situationships. 

    If you learned anything in this episode, please share this episode with a friend. 

    Get Situationships Podcast merch and early access to podcast episodes by becoming a Situationships Podcast Patreon at patreon.com/situationshipspod.

    You know that situationship you had that one time? The one you girlfriends remind you about whenever you start acting brand new? I want to hear about it. Hit me up at situationshipspodcast.com/mystory or email me a [email protected].

    And don't forget to connect with me and Situationships Podcast listeners on social media. You can find me on Instagram and Facebook @situationshipspod and on Twitter @situationspod.

    Talk to you soon.

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    1 April 2020, 4:00 am
  • 52 minutes 40 seconds
    Ending an Engagement

    On this week's episode, I talk with Ashley — a 33-year-old who shares her experience ending her engagement and relationship 6 months before her wedding. And get this… everything was already paid for. I know… shocking, right?

    We talk about what led her to make that decision and how she went about ending their 4-year relationship and engagement some. 

    We also talk about how she's tackling her life as a single woman and why she's team #neversettle.  

    Enjoy! 

    Thanks for listening to this episode of Situationships. 

    If you learned anything in this episode, please share this episode with a friend. 

    Get Situationships Podcast merch and early access to podcast episodes by becoming a Situationships Podcast Patreon at patreon.com/situationshipspod.

    You know that situationship you had that one time? The one you girlfriends remind you about whenever you start acting brand new? I want to hear about it. Hit me up at situationshipspodcast.com/mystory or email me a [email protected].

    And don't forget to connect with me and Situationships Podcast listeners on social media. You can find me on Instagram and Facebook @situationshipspod and on Twitter @situationspod.

    Talk to you soon.

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    25 March 2020, 4:00 am
  • 52 minutes 42 seconds
    Rebound Relationship

    On this week's episode, I talk with Rishea — a 31-year-old who shares her experience entering quickly into a relationship with someone who was recently out of a relationship and still teasing his life apart from his ex. 

    We talk about why being a rebound usually ain't it and the role of self worth playing in setting and enforcing boundaries in dating.

    In the Do Better Corner, Rishea shares an instance where she may or may not have been waiting on the front porch for a nigga to get home.

    Enjoy!

    Thanks for listening to this episode of Situationships. 

    If you learned anything in this episode, please share this episode with a friend. 

    Get Situationships Podcast merch and early access to podcast episodes by becoming a Situationships Podcast Patreon at patreon.com/situationshipspod.

    You know that situationship you had that one time? The one you girlfriends remind you about whenever you start acting brand new? I want to hear about it. Hit me up at situationshipspodcast.com/mystory or email me a [email protected].

    And don't forget to connect with me and Situationships Podcast listeners on social media. You can find me on Instagram and Facebook @situationshipspod and on Twitter @situationspod.

    Talk to you soon.

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    18 March 2020, 4:00 am
  • 1 hour 36 minutes
    When Your IBM Breaks Your Heart

    On this week's episode, I talk with Ebony — a 32-year-old who shares her experience dating an IBM (ideal black man) in college, only to be left broken-hearted and extremely jaded. 

    The incident created a dynamic within Ebony of trying to prove herself worthy to potential partners, while keeping enough distance to prevent anyone from hurting her again. It's a wall Ebony is still working on tearing down as she navigates vulnerability in her current relationship. 

    Ebony shares honestly about the joys and challenges of her relationship as well as sharing about an embarrassing moment from her dating past -- spoiler alert: it had something to do with that IBM she dated. 

    Enjoy! 

    Thanks for listening to this episode of Situationships. 

    If you learned anything in this episode, please share this episode with a friend. 

    Get Situationships Podcast merch and early access to podcast episodes by becoming a Situationships Podcast Patreon at patreon.com/situationshipspod.

    You know that situationship you had that one time? The one you girlfriends remind you about whenever you start acting brand new? I want to hear about it. Hit me up at situationshipspodcast.com/mystory or email me a [email protected].

    And don't forget to connect with me and Situationships Podcast listeners on social media. You can find me on Instagram and Facebook @situationshipspod and on Twitter @situationspod.

    Talk to you soon.

    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/situationshipspod

    Instagram: @situationshipspod

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    11 March 2020, 4:00 am
  • 54 minutes 17 seconds
    Radical Honesty

    On this week's episode, I talk with DeJa — a 35-year-old who talks about practicing radical honesty in her year and a half long relationship. DeJa learned from failed relationships the importance of communication and despite their practice of radical honesty in her current relationship, she's not sure it's for everyone.

    You'll get to hear what radical honesty looks like in her relationship and why it might not be for you and your boo.

    And as a self-proclaimed "petty person", you'll hear how DeJa can get a little petty with her partner in the Do Better Corner.

    Enjoy!

    4 March 2020, 5:00 am
  • 48 minutes 39 seconds
    Dating Needs Gone Unmet

    On this week's episode, I talk with Keyana — a 32-year-old who shares about her experience learning just how important it is to set boundaries and expectations early on in dating.

    We talk about how self-worth plays an integral role in asking for what you want in dating and what it feels like to have your needs go unmet in dating.

    Enjoy!

    Thanks for listening to this episode of Situationships. 

    If you learned anything in this episode, please share this episode with a friend. 

    Get Situationships Podcast merch and early access to podcast episodes by becoming a Situationships Podcast Patreon at patreon.com/situationshipspod.

    You know that situationship you had that one time? The one you girlfriends remind you about whenever you start acting brand new? I want to hear about it. Hit me up at situationshipspodcast.com/mystory or email me a [email protected].

    And don't forget to connect with me and Situationships Podcast listeners on social media. You can find me on Instagram and Facebook @situationshipspod and on Twitter @situationspod.

    Talk to you soon.

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    Instagram: @situationshipspod

    Facebook: @situationshipspod

    Twitter: @situationspod

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    26 February 2020, 5:00 am
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