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Jul 2022
34m 49s

Relationship Red Flags & First Date Tips...

Alex Hourigan and Sally McMullen
About this episode

Are you still single? Maybe you’re a picky dater? Have you ever asked yourself why though? Well, this week Sal & Al chat to Australia’s answer to Carrie Bradshaw and author of ‘Sex, Swipes & Other Stories’ Helen Chik, to help give you a bit of an idea. 

Helen shares dating app red flags, worst date stories & her fail-proof strategy to ditch a bad date. 

Plus, we wrap up the episode going through  Alex’s hinge. Game awn! 

LINKS & RECEIPTS 

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Buy ‘Sex, Swipes & Other Stories’ 

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CREDITS 

Hosts: Sally McMullen and Alex Hourigan 

Executive Producer: Pariya Taherzadeh 

Editor: Bamby Media 

Studio: Made In Katana 

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