Lindz met Zebib on her last night in town, after Zebib had demanded a poem as a conversation starter. It turns out Lindz was the perfect candidate for such a task, and their date sparked with poetic connections and shared idols. Neither wanted this one special night to be the only night, so defying friends’ expectations Zebib hopped on a plane to s…

Maria knew how to play the online dating game, while Oliver had no suitable photos, and very little experience of ‘the rules’. She thought he was too keen; he thought they wouldn’t gel in real life. But, as the rain poured around their first date bubble, they lost themselves in easy conversation, and a subtle move from Oliver shifted the atmosphere…

Alex was Shell’s boss, but she didn’t realise it at first. Lucky he was so easy-going; not only did he laugh off their first combative interaction, but that same playfulness sparked the start of their relationship. Envious colleagues and wary parents couldn’t dissuade this couple from progressing, and sixteen years later, they’ve proven that young …

Gabe & Krystina must have been pushed together by a higher power. Finding themselves in adjacent seats on an eight hour flight, they do a rare thing and actually speak to each other. Well, Gabe speaks to Krystina, determined to charm her. By the time they land, energies have shifted, and it's clear to all around this isn't going to be the end of th…

Louise & Luke both took a plunge, signing up for an early dating app after hearing about it in the same place. A series of bizarre messages later, they decide to meet… in a very unconventional location. Now, the nerves of that first meeting are well in the past, as they become each other’s greatest cheerleader and embrace all their eccentric intere…

Andy & Evin were brought together through their love of cosplay, and a group of pushy friends who were determined to complete their set of characters. But there came a point where one of them realised they’d had enough of playing a character outside of fantasy adventures at the weekend. As both of our protagonists embrace their true selves, the rew…

Season 3 is coming soon! Equal Parts is a series of true love stories about how couples meet and fall in love. From secretive workplace flirtations, to seduction-by-poetry, to a bewildering connection found at 30,000 feet, each episode’s unique story is told by the couple themselves. Season 3 launches 14/02/2023. Follow now to never miss an episode…

Where are they now? Catch up with some of our favourite couples from seasons 1 and 2, and hear a preview from a pair you’re yet to meet! Thank you to all the pairs who took part in this special, and to Audio Network for the music. To hear these couples' stories of falling in love, scroll down in your podcast feed or click here: Davide & Nick Anna &…

We all want our kids to have a healthy relationship with technology. But sometimes our most well-intentioned efforts, like limiting screen time, don’t work. So what are the most effective ways to put our kids on the right digital path? Richard Culatta has plenty of ideas. Richard is the CEO of the International Society for Technology in Education (…

Each year, millions of students across the U.S. apply to colleges and universities. It’s a stressful and exciting process. But this year, due to the pandemic, the college admissions process looks and feels different than in years past. As high school juniors and seniors start to plan for and apply to schools, there are two big questions on the mind…

Most workers have caregiving responsibilities. And, for the majority of us, these responsibilities can interfere with our performance at work. But half of companies are (still!) in the dark about it. They never ask about nor track how caregiving affects their workforce and their business. Amy Henderson is shedding much-needed light on this problem.…

Wouldn’t it be awesome if you had a coach you could turn to for advice and guidance on how to be a more confident, capable, and in-control working parent? Good news, she exists! Daisy Dowling is a leading executive coach, mom of two, and author of the new book, Workparent: The Complete Guide to Succeeding on the Job, Staying True to Yourself, and R…

One thing is certain about the future of work: it’s flexible. Whether your company is planning for in-person, fully-remote, or a hybrid model, you probably have lots of questions about what it means for your career, your health, and your family. HR leaders are at the vanguard of shaping the transformation of the post-pandemic workplace. Leaders lik…

Here’s the amazing thing about Gen Z: this generation doesn’t just talk about social change. They make it. When college students Pilar McDonald and Lola McAllister saw that millions of working mothers were being forced out of the workforce because of a lack of childcare during the Covid-19 pandemic, they – like so many of us – were appalled. Sittin…

Why is change so hard? Whether it’s exercising more, eating healthier, saving more money, or making a big career move, often our most well-intentioned efforts to achieve our goals fall flat. But it doesn’t have to be this way. First, we need to recognize that change is not one-size-fits all. Then, tailor our strategy and behaviors to get to where w…

Kids today face a ton of challenges. A global pandemic. Skyrocketing rates of depression and anxiety. Extraordinary pressure to excel at school and in sports. The list goes on and on. It’s why internationally-renowned educational psychologist Dr. Michele Borba says she’s never been more concerned about this generation of kids. She’s also never been…

Ty and Stanislav met by pure chance, in the middle of the night, at a party on a tropical island. Ty spots her dream man across the dancefloor and Stanislav, enticed by her carefree dancing, offers her a sweet treat. As the sun rises over the ocean, so do the couples' feelings that this could be more than a holiday fling. An illustrator creates a p…

JJ & Janelle connected through their love of the beautiful game. Too shy to strike up initial conversation, a surprise football match on TV breaks the ice. Inviting Janelle to join his fantasy football league, JJ finds a way to keep the spark alive despite the space between them. Eventually, Janelle fans the flames with a playful snapchat, but it's…

Overcoming bad first impressions. Amir and Aamir were introduced by a mutual friend, but hopes of a connection were short-lived as their personalities clashed from the start. Over a series of nights out with mates that wouldn't quit, the two realise their differences could actually entwine to form a strong foundation for a future together. For each…

Clare and Randy drifted into each others' orbit through a shared enthusiasm for space exploration. As ground-breaking images of Pluto came into focus, so did their feelings. Trusting her instincts, Clare booked a ticket to travel halfway across the world to meet the man she had only seen through a screen, and Randy planned a mega road trip to delig…

Amaka and Toby were always in each others lives, but never saw anything more than friendship. That is, until a meddling brother and their strong shared faith planted the seed of possibility. Finally accepting what she thought was an innocent holiday invitation to Denmark, Amaka had no idea that Toby had a much more serious purpose for her trip. Ori…

An Insta connection, a forever love. Robert and Felipe found each other through their shared love of art and literature, and at first the daily DMs, video calls, and voice notes made it easy to forget the distance between them. As their feelings grew stronger and more certain, trips away were booked and return flights cancelled. We join our British…

The one thing about love is it doesn’t run out!: Marie, an accountant in her 50s living in the Midwest of America, is writing to her future self and telling us the realities we often don’t see in the media. Does debt-free living actually exist? Can you heal a marriage after an affair? What is sex in your 50s really like? Hosts Steph Colbourn, Sophi…

A tale of coincidences and giddy young lovers. Graham spots Jules across the dancefloor, at a wedding he crashed in 1986, and sweeps her off her feet. Jules, a young New Zealander, finds her world opened up by this adventurous, fearless Brit who writes a letter every day he's away, and persuades restaurant owners to play his love songs. Each episod…

Season 2 kicks off with Tash and Marthe, two solo travellers in Bali spending almost every second together at an intimate surf retreat. As Tash navigates an inevitable break-up with a girlfriend back home, Marthe drops oh-so-subtle hints that she too, likes women. A series of starlit dinners and scootering adventures later, and they are firmly a co…

Season 2 is coming soon! Equal Parts is a series of true love stories about how couples meet and fall in love. From holiday romances, to long-distance dating, and first impressions that are hard to forget, each episode’s unique story is told by the couple themselves. Season 2 launches 14/02/2021. Subscribe now to never miss an episode. Each episode…

The season finale: an office romance, bolstered by cats and good cooking. Equal Parts is a series of true love stories told by the couples themselves. An original piece of artwork accompanies each episode of Equal Parts, and this week the illustration comes courtesy of Girl With The Radio Heart. See it at www.equalpartspodcast.co.uk/artwork alongsi…

This week, keeping up appearances. The struggle and tedium of presenting your best self time and time again in case this one turns out to be the one. Equal Parts is a series of true love stories, told by the couples themselves. The accompanying piece of original artwork for this episode comes from Chelsea Waites. See her illustration and all others…

A film-worthy meet cute that kick-started Kristina & Ilya’s relationship. Equal Parts is a series of true love stories. Each episode of Equal Parts has an accompanying piece of original artwork. This week D L Parker took the humour from Kristina & Ilya’s story and created a mixed-media work. You can see his creation at www.equalpartspodcast.co.uk/a…

Dating in the digital age: what happens if you approach tinder as a social experiment? Equal Parts is a series of true love stories. Each episode of Equal Parts has an accompanying piece of original artwork. This week Daniel Brown worked his design magic. See it at www.equalpartspodcast.co.uk/artwork Transcripts are provided for every episode of Eq…

This week, a noughties' retelling of the classic waitress in a cocktail bar story, and a mod-tastic customer who keeps coming back, again, and again, and again. Equal Parts is a series of true love stories. Each episode of Equal Parts has an accompanying piece of original artwork. Herfa Thompson created this week’s design. You can see her creation …

This week, lips prove to be useful tools for communication, not just for kissing. Equal Parts is a series of true love stories, told by the couples themselves. Each episode of Equal Parts has an accompanying piece of original artwork. This week’s design comes from Hannah Lyons. You can see her creation at www.equalpartspodcast.co.uk/artwork Transcr…

A third time’s the charm tale which proves that true love conquers all. Equal Parts is a series of true love stories, told by the couples themselves. Each episode of Equal Parts has an accompanying piece of original artwork. This week’s design comes from Sophie Linney. You can see her creation at www.equalpartspodcast.co.uk/artwork Transcripts are …

Welcome to Equal Parts, a new podcast series of true love stories. Our first tale is a classic: a good old-fashioned set-up. There’s snow, there are trains, there’s a bit of fisty-cuffs: in other words, all the makings of a great rom-com. Each episode of Equal Parts has an accompanying piece of original artwork. This week’s design comes from Fran M…

Equal Parts is a series of true love stories about how people meet. From old school set-ups to chance encounters and online dating, each episode’s unique story is told by the couple themselves. Season 3 launches 14/02/2023. Subscribe now to never miss an episode. Learn more or get in touch: www.equalpartspodcast.co.uk @mariapassingham #EqualPartsPo…