When a long or draining relationship ends, you’re left with the hardest question: Who am I now?
This episode helps you reconnect with your identity, your routines, and your daily life – slowly, gently, and in ways that build real confidence.
We explore how small habits create emotional stability and how you can rebuild a life you actually enjoy living, not just waiting for your next relationship.
Sophie’s questions for us:
Think of this episode as a soft reset for your entire life.
Stage: Freshly Singled.
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Breakups can shrink your world – suddenly you look around and realise you need new people, new energy, new community. But where do you even begin when you feel isolated or unsure who you are now?
This episode is all about rebuilding your social life in a way that feels natural, safe, and aligned with the person you’re becoming.
Sophie’s questions for us:
This is the episode for anyone craving connection without chaos.
Stage: Freshly Singled.
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When you’re finally out of the relationship, one of the first shocks is realising how many connections faded while you were trying to survive it. Reaching back out can feel awkward, guilty, or even embarrassing – but rebuilding your community is one of the most healing steps you can take.
In this episode, we talk about reconnecting with loved ones after a relationship that pulled you away from yourself and your people.
Sophie’s questions for us:
If you’re scared to send that first text, this episode gives you the mindset and language to reconnect with the people who matter.
Stage: Freshly Singled.
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You’ve left. You’ve cried. You’ve blocked and deleted. But now that the noise is gone, you’re left with one big question – what now?
In this episode, we guide Sophie, and you, through the first steps after a breakup, when everything feels raw and uncertain. This is where singlehood begins, and rediscovery starts.
We explore:
If you’re freshly single and unsure who you are without the relationship, this episode will help you rebuild from the inside out – and remember that singlehood can be your most powerful season yet.
Stage: Transitioning to Singlehood.
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You’ve heard it everywhere – go no contact. But what does that actually look like when your heart’s still attached? Why does cutting contact feel like losing them all over again?
In this episode, we explore the no contact rule after a toxic breakup, and why it’s both the hardest and most powerful boundary you can set.
Sophie’s questions for us:
If you’re caught between wanting peace and missing the chaos, this episode will help you understand why letting go is the most loving thing you can do — for yourself.
Stage: Break-Up.
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You know it’s not a good idea – but you still want to. You crave the comfort, the familiarity, the pull. But will sleeping with your ex help you move on… or keep you stuck?
In this brutally honest episode, we dive into the emotional (and biological) reasons behind why we reach back for what hurt us – and what it actually does to your healing.
Sophie’s questions for us:
* “Is it possible to have a casual sexual relationship with my ex without getting emotionally involved again?”
If your body misses them but your mind knows better, this episode will help you understand that pull — and how to finally break free from it.
Stage: Break-Up.
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You've finally left the bad relationship, but why does it still hurt so much? In this episode, we unpack the stages of grief after a breakup, especially when the relationship was toxic or emotionally draining.
Because leaving doesn’t mean you stop missing them. Healing doesn’t mean it stops hurting.
Sophie’s questions for us:
If you’re wondering why your heart still aches for someone you know wasn’t right for you, this episode will help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface – and remind you that grief is part of healing, not a sign you made a mistake.
Stage: Break-Up.
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You love them, but you’re exhausted. You’ve tried to fix it. You’ve waited for change. Now you’re wondering if it’s time to finally walk away.
In this episode, we explore how to break up when your heart and mind are at war:
If you’ve been googling “should I break up?” or journaling the same questions over and over, this episode will help you find the clarity (and courage) you need.
Stage: Bad Relationship.
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“Love is enough.” “Never go to bed angry.” “A baby will fix it.”
Sound familiar?
You’ve all heard the clichés - but what happens when following them keeps you trapped in an unhealthy relationship?
These are the lies that keep you stuck in toxic relationship cycles.
In this episode, we unpack the most damaging myths about love and commitment:
If you’ve been trying to hold things together with hope instead of honesty, this episode will help you let go of the fairytales that keep you trapped.
Stage: Bad Relationship.
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Tired of trying to communicate only to end up in another argument?
You know something’s wrong — but every time you try to talk about it, things blow up. Or worse… your partner shuts down.
This episode breaks down how to talk about relationship problems when your partner shuts down, avoids you, or turns every conversation into a war.
We’ll tackle:
If you feel like you can’t speak up without being punished for it, this episode is your wake-up call.
Stage: Bad Relationship.
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“Narcissist” is everywhere online — but what if you’re wrong? What if your partner isn’t toxic, just unavailable… or simply unhappy?
In this raw episode, we explore the difference between true narcissism and relationship incompatibility, asking:
If you’ve ever doubted your judgment or questioned whether you’re “making them the villain,” this episode will help you sort clarity from chaos.
Stage: Bad Relationship.
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Arguments are inevitable - but constant fighting? That’s something else. In this episode, we break down what’s really happening when every conversation turns into a battle.
We’ll unpack the most asked questions:
If you’ve been wondering whether your relationship fights are “normal” or proof of something deeper, this episode is for you.
Stage: Bad Relationship.
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This season, we’re not just talking about love and heartbreak - we’re walking through it with Sophie.
She’s in her 30s. She stayed too long. She’ll break up. She’ll heal. She’ll date. She’ll spiral. She’s you. She’s us.
We’ll walk with her, and with you, through every stage:
If you’re ready to feel seen, supported, and understood, welcome to Season 3 of Pop Culture Cupid.
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Welcome to Season 3 of Pop Culture Cupid. This season, we’re not just talking about relationships — we’re coaching Sophie (and you) through every messy stage of modern love.
Sophie is in her 30s, smart, independent, and stuck in a relationship that wasn’t growing with her. She finally walked away - but the real journey starts here.
We’ll tackle the same burning questions you’ve probably asked yourself:
This isn’t just Sophie’s story - it’s yours too. If you’ve ever felt stuck, unseen, or unsure if love is even possible for you, this season will make you feel less alone.
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Is ‘If he wanted to, he would’ a helpful mantra or just an oversimplified, frustrating belief? And what about ‘It will happen when you least expect it’—does this actually lead to love, or just leave you waiting in vain?
In this episode, we dissect these popular pieces of bad dating advice, explaining why they can set unrealistic expectations, cause unnecessary stress, and keep you stuck in dating patterns that don’t serve you.
Let us know if you've ever gotten this advice, and how you reacted to it.
Check out parts 1 ("just be yourself") & 2 (play hard to get) if you missed them!
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Is “Don’t talk about X, Y, Z on the first date” really a rule, or just bad advice holding you back? And what about “playing hard to get”—does it actually work, or is it sabotaging your love life?
In this episode, we dive into these popular pieces of bad dating advice, breaking down why they’re outdated, unhelpful, and often downright confusing.
Let us know if you've ever gotten this advice, and how you reacted to it.
STAY TUNED for part 3, and check out part 1 if you missed it!
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Is "just be yourself" really the worst dating advice ever? In this episode, we dive deep into this popular yet problematic phrase.
We explore why "just be yourself" isn’t always helpful, how it can lead to confusion in dating, and what people actually mean when they say it.
Plus, we share practical tips on showing up authentically without sabotaging your chances of connection. If you’ve ever rolled your eyes at this advice, this episode is for you!
Let us know if you've ever gotten this advice, and how you reacted to it.
STAY TUNED for parts 2 & 3
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In this episode, we discuss arguments and still showing love & care, even when you're angry + difficult periods in relationships - going through rough times and being willing to be unhappy as you work on it.
Listen on to find out our thoughts and for so much more.
Let us know if you're willing to be unhappy in your relationship, and how long for.
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In this episode, we discuss one-night stands, flings, friends with benefits and exploring your sex life, wants, needs and desires.
Listen on to find out our thoughts and for so much more.
Let us know if you enjoy flings and how you explore.
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In this episode, we discuss the taboo of talking about sex, sharing our needs and desires, being open about what you want with your partner and creating a healthy, open mindset about it.
Listen on to find out our thoughts and for so much more.
Let us know if you've struggled to talk about sex and express your needs.
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