Episodes

  • Swing State - Coming Soon!

    Swing State - Coming Soon!
    Oct 20 2026
    Beyond the old myths of keys in a bowl and pampas grass lies a quiet but strong subculture operating right across Ireland. Swing State is a new five-part investigative podcast series that takes an unvarnished look inside the country's swinging and alternative dating scene. The series combines real-life stories, event insider perspectives, and a week-long app experiment that yielded 387 messages in just seven days. Over five episodes, we examine how people first find their way in, what the nights and systems actually look like on the scene, what this does to relationships, where it starts to go wrong, and what remains when someone decides to walk away. Grounded, candid, and non-judgmental, Swing State cuts through the noise to deliver an honest look at Swing culture in Ireland today. Episode one is out Tuesday the 27th of October! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    2 mins
  • [Preview] Bonus: The Kink Scene in Ireland with Jenny

    [Preview] Bonus: The Kink Scene in Ireland with Jenny
    Oct 6 2026
    This week the orange is joined by Jenny for the first of a two-part bonus series. Jenny shares what life is really like living in rural Ireland in a poly household. Jenny opens up about sleeping arrangements, handling jealousy, and how clear communication keeps their relationship thriving. To hear the full episode and unlock ad-free listening become a member at ⁠⁠https://headstuffpodcasts.com/show/the-dating-orange/⁠⁠ This show is part of HeadStuff Podcasts. Thank you for supporting the pod! 🍊 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • [Preview] Bonus: Living Poly in Rural Ireland with Jenny

    [Preview] Bonus: Living Poly in Rural Ireland with Jenny
    Sep 29 2026
    This week the orange is joined by Jenny for the first of a two-part bonus series. Jenny shares what life is really like living in rural Ireland in a poly household. Jenny opens up about sleeping arrangements, handling jealousy, and how clear communication keeps their relationship thriving. To hear the full episode and unlock ad-free listening become a member at ⁠https://headstuffpodcasts.com/show/the-dating-orange/⁠ This show is part of HeadStuff Podcasts. Thank you for supporting the pod! 🍊 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    8 mins
  • How Polyamory Actually Works

    How Polyamory Actually Works
    Sep 22 2026
    This week, the Orange co-hosted by friend of the show Justine Stafford sits down with creative director Hloni Coleman to explore alternative dating and break down how polyamory actually works. Hloni shares his personal experiences with polyamorous relationships, setting boundaries, and managing jealousy. Plus, they react to real listener stories about alternative dating in Ireland and offer advice on navigating hierarchy in relationships. To support the show and access ad-free listening and bi-weekly bonus content become a member at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠headstuffpodcasts.com/membership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This show is part of HeadStuff Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 mins
  • [Preview] Bonus: Wedding Planning Part 2 (With Roisin from Daters Gonna Date)

    [Preview] Bonus: Wedding Planning Part 2 (With Roisin from Daters Gonna Date)
    Sep 15 2026
    Welcome back to part two of my conversation with Roisin from Daters Gonna Date. This week we discuss the rest of the venues we both visited, vendors, music & entertainment options. To hear the full episode and unlock ad-free listening become a member at https://headstuffpodcasts.com/show/the-dating-orange/ This show is part of HeadStuff Podcasts. Thank you for supporting the pod! 🍊 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • Finding The Perfect Wedding Venue (with Roisin from Daters Gonna Date)

    Finding The Perfect Wedding Venue (with Roisin from Daters Gonna Date)
    Sep 8 2026
    This week, the Orange sits down with Roisin from the Daters Gonna Date podcast to break down the reality of wedding venue hunting across Ireland. From capacity caps and costs to barn setups, and mountain estates, they share the pros and cons of the spots they toured and why some fell flat. A must listen for any bride to be, so tell your friends who are engaged! If you're enjoying this chat part two will be out exclusively for bonus members next Tuesday. 🍊 To support the show and access ad-free listening and bi-weekly bonus content become a member at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠headstuffpodcasts.com/membership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This show is part of HeadStuff Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • [Preview] Bonus: Closure, Delusion and Letting Go with Justine Stafford

    [Preview] Bonus: Closure, Delusion and Letting Go with Justine Stafford
    Sep 1 2026
    Your friend was in a mentally and emotionally abusive relationship, but five years later they’re still talking about him, looking for contact with him and his family, and searching for closure. When does the need for closure stop being healing and start becoming self-harm? And when do you have to accept that you can’t keep helping someone who isn’t ready to move on? I speak to Justine Stafford about a recent situation with a friend that ultimately led me to end the friendship To hear the full episode and unlock ad-free listening become a member at https://headstuffpodcasts.com/show/the-dating-orange/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • TikTok Thirst Traps to Craigslist Catfishes with Ross

    TikTok Thirst Traps to Craigslist Catfishes with Ross
    Aug 25 2026
    This week's guest is Ross (@unsub1989), content creator, activist, accidental political commentator, and self-described 'Paddystinian.' His online journey is a funny one. He started off posting tasteful thirst traps on TikTok and somehow ended up talking about housing, healthcare, and government policy. But today we are parking the politics, and we're getting into his dating life. Ross is bisexual, so he's seeing it from all angles. We talk about his disillusionment with hookup culture, how it's no easier dating men as a man, and some of the mad situations that he's found himself in over the years, including getting catfished on Craigslist and a date getting maximum financial value from him. Enjoy! Find ross on TikTok @unsub1989 To support the show and access ad-free listening and bi-weekly bonus content become a member at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠headstuffpodcasts.com/membership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This show is part of HeadStuff Podcasts. Produced by Hilary Barry. Artwork by Matt Mahon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 mins