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Dumped & Divorced
Love is the greatest thing ever...until it isn't. When two sisters experienced relationship trauma through a broken engagement and a divorce after almost a decade of marriage, hosts Natalie and Maressa learned to lean into each other to make it through a life changing time. Dumped & Divorced is a space where they will talk about life after heartbreak and the redemption through it all. A space where you can come to hear stories about the hard stuff. In hopes that you feel less alone in any hardships you might be facing. Tune in weekly as we tackle topics of healing, rebuilding, self-love, and finding strength in the aftermath of life’s most difficult moments. Follow the show on Instagram @dumpedanddivorcedthepodcast
Episodes
13 episodes
When Your Match Turns Out to Be Someone Else's Husband
Have you ever matched with someone on a dating app only to discover they're hiding a major secret? In this candid episode, Natalie shares her shocking experience with a firefighter who tried to plan dates around his wife's work schedule while p...
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Episode 12
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Love Yourself First: The Codependency Reality Check You Didn't Know You Needed
Codependency sneaks up on you. One day you're falling in love, and before you know it, you've lost your sense of self, walking on eggshells and apologizing for things that aren't your fault. We've both been there. As sisters ...
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Episode 11
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The Family That Heals Together: A Brother's Perspective on Divorce and Breakups
Heartbreak isn't just a solo journey—it ripples through families, changing dynamics and challenging bonds. When all three Lengway siblings found themselves single within the same year, what emerged wasn't just collective grief but an extraordin...
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Episode 10
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We Ignore Red Flags Until We Can't Anymore
Dating after heartbreak requires a keen eye for warning signs that could prevent future pain. In this candid conversation, two sisters unpack the sometimes complex, often hilarious world of relationship flags - from the bright green signals of ...
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Episode 9
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When He Cancelled the Wedding, She Threw Herself the Party of a Lifetime Instead
A wedding venue deposit became the foundation for an extraordinary transformation when Maressa's fiancé called off their wedding just four months before the big day. Rather than wallowing in heartache and financial loss, she made a bold decisio...
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Episode 8
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Sorry Dating Apps, We Want That Movie Magic Connection
What happens when two sisters decide to bare their souls about heartbreak, healing, and the messy journey that follows? In this episode, we celebrate new goals and receiving our first fan mail while diving deep into the transformative power of ...
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Episode 7
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Why I'm Not Ready to Date Again and That's Perfectly Fine
Getting knocked down repeatedly by life's challenges can make even the strongest person hesitant to open up again. This deeply personal episode explores the courage it takes to protect your peace when everything seems to keep changing.N...
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Episode 6
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Condoms, Minivans, and Fire Alarms: One Post-Breakup Adventure
Turning heartbreak into celebration, sisters Natalie and Maressa share the unforgettable story of "Mayo de Maressa" – the weekend that transformed what would have been Maressa's wedding day into a joyful adventure with friends. When Maressa's e...
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Episode 5
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Breaking Free: You Are the Architect of Your Joy
Breakups can leave deep emotional scars, but what if you could turn that heartache into power? In our latest episode, we invite you to a candid conversation about resilience and reclamation after experiencing loss in relationships. Inspired by ...
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Episode 4
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Finding Strength and Solace in New Beginnings
What if the pain of a breakup could be your greatest teacher? Join us as we navigate the emotional labyrinth of heartache, sharing stories from our own lives that reveal how these tough experiences can spark incredible personal growth. We discu...
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Episode 3
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Reflecting on the Windy City and the Overall Highs and Lows
Ever wondered how a stroll through Chicago's windy streets could lead to profound realizations about personal growth? From the Bean to deep-dish pizzas, our shared annual birthday escapade becomes more than just a trip—it's an anchor for reflec...
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Episode 2
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The Road to Healing and Self-Love
Ever wonder how heartbreak can actually fuel personal growth and self-discovery? Join us, Natalie and Maressa, as we kick off the very first episode of Dumped & Divorced. We're sharing our raw and real experiences of navigating the s...
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Episode 1
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