Geordie Lass & Doc Sass

Episode 201 – Golden Rules for a Happy Relationship in 2026 (Part 1) Talk every day, fight the problem, not each other

In this first episode of our new mini-series, we’re getting you “relationship match fit” for 2026.

Over the next few weeks we’ll be sharing our golden rules for a happier, more connected relationship, and today we start with two of the most important ones:

1. Talk every day – silence creates distance

2. Fi...

Welcome to the podcast! Sara and Anna are back, easing into autumn with slow mornings, hot drinks, and a chat about what happens when relationships lose their spark. From conflict tools to laughter yoga, this episode is filled with practical insights and real talk about keeping connection alive through all seasons.

Love Desk: The Relationship Desk of Love brings us the 5-5-5 Method for conflict resolution. Originally shared by ther...

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Sara & Anna are back, reflecting on the everyday reality of expectations. Where they come from, how they show up, and what happens when life doesn’t go to plan.

Does life ever really measure up to expectation? 

We explore:

• Why expectations often lead to disappointment (and why we rarely notice them forming)
• The “guess what I’m thinking” trap that leaves partners feeling misunderstood
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Welcome to the podcast! Sara’s wrapped up in jumpers, Anna’s still basking in the Greek sun, and between autumn showers and Mediterranean peaches, we’re diving into the realities of love, life, and expectations.

 

Love Desk:

Three signs your relationship might have lost its spark (from Psychology Today).

We discuss:

• When imagining life without your partner feels like relief rather than heartbreak
• Why exhaustion might not just ...

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Sara & Anna are back with a fresh dose of conversation and reflection. From the vibes of city life versus island chill, to what keeps us awake at 4 am, to how advertising quietly shapes our romantic expectations, we’re diving deep this week.

Love Desk: We look at how advertising has shaped our romantic rituals:

• Why women began shaving legs and underarms (thanks to a Gillette campaign)

• ...

We’re back with late-summer vibes, a Jersey date-day report, and a conversation that matters: romance scams are on the rise. Think “Tinder Swindler” playbook, love bombing, urgency, and then the ask. We talk through what to watch for, how to protect yourself, and how to support someone you suspect is being targeted.

Love Desk: 4 Modern Threats to Relationships

• Digital distraction is invading quality time. Phones at the ...

Welcome back to the podcast! Anna & Sara are feeling the summer heat (literally!) as they chat about the bittersweet slide into August. There’s a reflection on presence, ageing, and why Pilates torture can teach us about intentional living.

Love Desk: We explore three hidden forces that can quietly trash a couple’s sex life:

• The overload no one talks about – how invisible stress and daily mental loads kill desire

• The mo...

It’s mid summer and Anna is in mid summer village politics. Sara is second guessing her wardrobe! 

We are all pretending to get our five a day with Pimm’s and the British phase of “don’t pop your cork during a serve”

 

Love Desk: The one news that hasn’t passed you by! We also dive into a fascinating tale from a Coldplay concert that made global headlines, leading to heated discussions on relationships, privacy, and passion.

 

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Anna & Sara are celebrating the longevity and dependability. Sara is suffering from peri and migraine, but they both still show up to bring the latest relationship insights and fun,

 

Love Desk: Would you turn up to a first date makeupless .....

It might take a bit of prep to look naturally good, are you for or against this latest trend? 

Hot Topic: Do you need space, or are you just avoiding? 

We unpac...

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We can hardly believe it… 200 episodes and we’ve still never met in real life.

In this very special episode, Anna and Sara raise a glass (and maybe shed a few happy tears) as they celebrate five years of the Geordie Lass & Doc Sass podcast.

 

From an online friendship to 200 episodes filled with laughter, love, and honest conversations. Today is all about reflecting on the journey so far and looking ahe...

Join Anna and Sara as they explore the world of relationships. Sara is entering wedding season and looking forward to love flowing. 

Love Desk: It is time for a new formula - and the intriguing 3-6-9 rule. Your structure for approaching dating. If you're the type that falls hard and fast maybe this is for you to take it slow and get to know each other. 

Hot Topic: Is it ever too late to save your relationship?

Our love coaches want...

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Sara is just back from a recent trip to London, where a memorable West End show served as a daughter's cherished birthday gift. Anna and Sara celebrate the longevity of their relationship as they acknowledge they've been recording for 5 years!

Love Desk: Living together apart

Discussing a curious trend of couples choosing to live apart to sidestep domestic disagreements. Is this the way forward to avoid se...

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Join us in this engaging episode as we dive into the world of relationships, exploring intriguing topics

 

Love Desk: 

It’s new terminology time on the love desk, and the newly trending dating term 'floodlighting' and what it means for modern romance.

 

Hot Topic: Spender or saver & what it says about your...

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We have a special episode today where the girls explore some alternatives to transitional marriage. 

In this thought-provoking episode, our hosts delve into the realm of non-traditional marriages, inspired by a recent Forbes article. They discuss various alternative forms of marriage, including starter marriages, companionships centered around friendship, and parenting-focused unions, among others.

The con...

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Sara and Anna recount a lively weekend in London, filled with early morning flights, extensive shopping sprees, and an exhilarating bake-off competition reminiscent of the British Bake-Off. Despite an intense contest and unexpected third-place finish, the highlight was the family visit to a wedding fair in preparation for an upcoming wedding.

Love Desk: Are singles ghosting the data apps

Societal trends sug...

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In this engaging episode, dive into the intricacies of modern relationships as our hosts discuss a variety of compelling topics. From the challenges of perimenopause and the quest for balance in life, to the enlightening insights into intelligence and its effect on attraction, this episode covers it all. The conversation further delves into trust within relationships, exploring whether sharing personal data...

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In this episode, we explore the beauty of spring mornings and the joy of sunny days, setting the stage for heartfelt discussions on relationships.

Love Desk: How to know if someone likes you? That conundrum where you try some mind reading as an alternative to asking the question, do you like me? 

 

Hot Topic: Listen in as we share weekend experiences and discuss the importance of finding your voice in a re...

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In this lively episode, our hosts dive into the challenges and humorous mishaps of spring fashion choices, reminiscing about the youthful immunity to cold at carnivals and touching upon beloved cultural moments like Bridget Jones.

Love Desk: Dissecting the concept of 'hibernation relationships,' where couples find comfort in each other during the colder months, only to face challenges as the seasons change. ...

It’s a special episode today as we talk all things energy!

Welcome to an enlightening episode where we delve into the Core Energy framework, an insightful tool used by trained professional coaches to enhance personal awareness and strengthen relationships. Join us as we explore how understanding and mastering the seven levels of energy can bring a new level of awareness to your life and relationships.

This episode is filled with re...