Crimes of the Heart: a love and dating podcast

Why do some friendships feel harder than they used to? In this episode of Crimes of the Heart, Rory sits down with women’s friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson to unpack the modern state of female friendships — from venting culture and emotional burnout to the pressure to “protect your peace.” Social media tells us to set boundaries, avoid negativity, and cut off toxic people. But are we accidentally isolating ourselves in the process? Danielle explains the science behind why friendships matter for our health, why many women feel overwhelmed by emotional labor in relationships, and how to build stronger connections without burning out. In this conversation, we discuss:Why friendships are one of the biggest predictors of health and longevityThe difference between venting, oversharing, and “trauma dumping”Why adult friendships feel harder than they used toHow to know which friends you can go deep withWhat to do when friendships feel one-sidedThe surprising reason only 50% of friendships are truly reciprocalIf you’ve ever wondered why maintaining friendships feels complicated — or why loneliness seems more common than ever — this episode will change how you think about connection. For more from Danielle follow her HERE or HERE. For everyone interested in my audiobook you can check it out here on Amazon or here on Spotify. --------- For video clips from this episode or to follow Rory on IG: @icouldbeblonder or TIKTOK: @roryuphold  Read Rory's Book HERE. Or, listen to it on Audible or Spotify Follow Rory's substack here: https://theladiesroom.substack.com/ Opening Jingle credit: Harry Foster See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Talia Koren is a relationship expert, coach, and the host of "Dating Intentionally". She famously went on 64 first dates in ten months and we talk about all of the things she learned in the process PLUS the greatest trends and mistakes she's seeing with her listeners and clients. (And how to course correct and avoid those mistakes!) This is a fun and wildly empowering conversation for anyone feeling like they're in a rut with their dating life. For more Talia, check out her website: https://taliakoren.com/ or follow her on Instagram. For everyone interested in my audiobook you can check it out here on Amazon or here on Spotify. --------- Read Rory's Book HERE. Or, listen to it on Audible or Spotify For video clips from this episode or to follow Rory on IG: @icouldbeblonder or TIKTOK: @roryuphold  Follow Rory's substack here: https://theladiesroom.substack.com/ Opening Jingle credit: Harry Foster See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In honor of Valentine's Day & my audiobook dropping this week, I wanted to talk about confronting the fear of being single, how to deal with scarcity mindset and to stop settling. In this episode I will read a chapter from my book called "Monsters" (because it summerizes EVERYTHING I want to say on the topic) plus a little freestyle riff on ways you can bring love into your life right now & how to recomitt to your standards. For everyone interested in my audiobook you can check it out here on Amazon or here on Spotify. If you're interested in the substack article where I talk about fun Galentine's Day and Valentine's Day gifts this is it. Wishing you love -- in all of it's forms -- this February 14th. xo, Ror --------- Read Rory's Book HERE or Listen to the Audiobook on Audible or Spotify Follow Rory's substack here: https://theladiesroom.substack.com/ For video clips from this episode or to follow Rory on IG: @icouldbeblonder or TIKTOK: @roryuphold  Opening Jingle credit: Harry Foster See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For anyone feeling stuck in their circumstances, this episode might be the jolt you need. Meet Rachel Liverman — founder and CEO of Glowbar, divorcée in her forties, and a total breath of fresh air. We talk skincare, confidence, reinvention, and why a scarcity mindset is cancer to your love life. If you loved our girl chat and you’re craving more from Rachel, you can follow her HERE or find a Glowbar near you HERE. I’m going OFF THE RECORD with Rachel on my Substack (Sundays). For all of her best wellness and beauty tips & tricks follow HERE. Get Rory's book / audiobook here! Follow Rory's substack here: https://theladiesroom.substack.com/ For video clips from this episode or to follow Rory on IG: @icouldbeblonder or TIKTOK: @roryuphold  Opening Jingle credit: Harry Foster See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What actually changes when you heal? The way you date. The way you choose. The way you feel in your own life. In this episode, Rory sits down with bestselling author Tara Schuster to talk about what quietly shifted when she stopped trying to be chosen — and started building real emotional stability. They unpack the inner changes that made dating feel easier instead of heavier, including:why compatibility matters more than chemistry or checklistshow journaling builds self-trust and emotional regulationwhat healthy relationships actually feel like in the bodyand why scarcity thinking keeps people stuck in the same patterns. This conversation moves beyond dating tactics into the emotional skills modern women were never taught: from re-parenting yourself, to letting go of timeline panic, to choosing from self-respect instead of fear. If you’re tired of repeating patterns, overthinking connections, or feeling behind in love or life, this episode will meet you where you are. Don't forget to check out Tara's Books or her latest Journal and if you want to sign up for her free journaling course click here: https://journal.taraschuster.com/ ------------------------------- Get Rory's book / audiobook here! Follow Rory's substack here: https://theladiesroom.substack.com/ For video clips from this episode or to follow Rory on IG: @icouldbeblonder or TIKTOK: @roryuphold  Opening Jingle credit: Harry Foster See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.