The Dump Him Podcast

S2E20: Life updates, liking another girl's photos and taking a guy to girls' night

Sun, 06 Jun 2021 12:00:00 +0100

It's our final episode of Series 2 (cry!), and today we're chatting about our dating lives heading into Hot Girl Summer 2021, and answering two listener dilemmas about shady Instagram likes and whether to go to the same uni as your boyfriend. We hope you enjoyed listening to this series as much as we enjoyed making it, and we'll be back in the autumn with more - see you then!
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S2E19: Can guys and girls ever be friends?

Mon, 24 May 2021 07:00:00 +0100

In our penultimate episode of Series 2, Kitty gives an update on her dates with Finance Guy, and we wonder when is the right time to meet the friends. Plus - we discuss whether guys and girls can ever be platonic, or is it always something more?
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S2E18: LGBTQ+ dating and why allyship is important with Scott Flashheart

Mon, 17 May 2021 07:00:00 +0100

In this week's episode, we're joined by Scott Flashheart from the multi award-winning LGBTQ+ podcast Probably True, to chat all about queer dating, coming out, and why it's so important - and easy - to be an ally.
You can check out Scott's fantastic podcast HERE.
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S2E17: Finance Guy, wannabe cheaters and hangovers

Mon, 10 May 2021 07:00:00 +0100

Introducing a new character to the TDHP story: Kitty's new squeeze, Finance Guy. Will she get the rooftop bar date she's been longing for? Also, Francesca's fending off guys with questionable morals, and we debate the age-old question - should you make the first move?
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S2E16: Reality TV, social media comments and wedding bells with Maeva D'Ascanio and James Taylor

Mon, 03 May 2021 19:00:00 +0100

This week, we were joined by Made in Chelsea power couple Maeva and James, to talk all about what it's like to watch their relationship play out on screen, life in lockdown and their plans for the future. It was great to chat about the side of their relationship that we don't often see on the show, and they gave us a peek into their domestic bliss with their adorable puppy Clyde!
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S2E15: Shoplifting boyfriends, bed wetting and Kitty's spontaneous date

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100

In this week's episode, a slightly hungover Kitty tells all the juicy details about her spontaneous late night date, and we talk about the most surprising things a partner could do in a relationship. Spoiler alert, it includes fraud and wet bedsheets...
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S2E14: Alpha males and secrets of the guy code with Manny Santana

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 19:00:00 +0100

This week, we're joined by professional matchmaker and dating coach Manny Santana, who told us all about the meaning of being alpha and beta, and shared his theories around romantic mode and erotic mode (and being hot and cold!). If you've ever wanted to know how to crack the guy code - this is the episode for you!
You can check out Manny's Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/iammannysantana/ and purchase his book here: https://mannysantana.com/my-book
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S2E13: Is sex the be-all and end-all?

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100

In this week's episode we hear all about Kitty's recent drama in the dms, and Francesca's giving up all hope of love entirely. Plus, we shared our feelings as we come out of lockdown, and we talked all about sex, sexting and feeling horny. How important is sex to relationships really?
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S2E12: Body language, narcissists and intelligent dating with Lily Walford

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100

In this week's episode, we're joined by Lily Walford from Love with Intelligence, an international dating coach and expert in behavioural profiling, to talk all about the body language of liars, the behaviour of narcissists, and how to date intelligently.
You can check out Lily's website here: https://www.lovewithintelligence.com/home and Instagram here: www.instagram.com/lovewithintelligence
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S2E11: Kitty's dating mishap and the Fear Of Better Options

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0100

Kitty's back in the dating game, with an awkward case of mistaken identity from her first lockdown date... Also, we chat all about how our FOBO is causing commitment issues, and ask the question - how do you know when you 'know'?
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S2E10: Body confidence, periods and sex education with Rakhi Sachdev

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000

This week, we're joined by Rakhi, a body positivity coach who helps women develop their connection to their bodies - and we chatted all about body confidence in lockdown, self care and how women feel pleasure.
To hear more from Rakhi, you can check out her Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/raks_sachdev/
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S2E9: Francesca has an OnlyFans?

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000

This week, we catch up on our progress for March's self care month, then take a deep dive into our Tinder messages and tell you which chat up lines (if any) work on us...
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S2E8: A real-life sugar baby spills the tea

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000

We decided to follow up our last episode, 'We joined a sugar daddy dating site so you don't have to', by interviewing an anonymous sugar baby, who told us all about her time dating older men from sugar dating sites, and all the financial benefits she received as a result. This guest was a very juicy one...
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S2E7: We joined a sugar daddy dating site so you don't have to

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Ever wondered what happens on sugar daddy/sugar baby dating sites? We certainly did... so Francesca went undercover to get the inside scoop, so you don't have to!
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S2E6: Sober sex, dating while drunk and hangover anxiety with Millie Gooch

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000

This week we're joined by Millie Gooch, founder of The Sober Girl Society, a platform for sober-curious and teetotal women. Millie told us all about dating as a sober girl, how to approach sober sex and ways to enjoy a life without alcohol. Could quitting alcohol be the future for The Dump Him Podcast?
You can check out Millie's book 'The Sober Girl Society' here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sober-Girl-Society-Handbook-empowering/dp/1787634124
Follow The Sober Girl Society on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/sobergirlsociety/
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S2E5: Speed dating, giving up on ghosting and the results of our Hinge experiment

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000

In this week's episode, recorded on Valentine's Day, we've got a full debrief on our virtual speed dating event, and we're fed up of being ghosted on dating apps. We've also got the very scientific results of our Hinge experiment, and we give a listener some tough love in answer to her dilemma...
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S2E4: Worst dates and friendzoning with the All I Do Is Fail Podcast

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000

This week, we're joined by Tom and Ali from All I Do Is Fail, who chatted to us all about their worst dates and how they friendzone people, in the most ambitious podcast crossover event of the year (unofficially).
You can hear more of the guys over at https://www.instagram.com/aidifpod/
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S2E3: Impersonating each other on Hinge, vegan dating and tracking delivery men

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0000

This week, we're beginning our new experiment - we'll be impersonating each other on Hinge and setting each other up on blind Zoom dates in the process! Could this be the answer to all our online dating woes? Plus, Kitty got dumped for being vegan, and we have a new business venture idea for tracking delivery men. Just a reminder - ticket sales for our virtual Valentines Day speed dating close on Thursday 4th Feb, so get your tickets soon if you want to join us!
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S2E2: Asking an expert about retroactive jealousy with Eva @relationshipanxiety_therapist

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000

In this episode, we chat to Eva, a relationship therapist specialising in relationship OCD and retroactive jealousy, and learn all about whether jealousy is normal in a relationship and how to heal from past wounds.
You can find Eva on Instagram @relationshipanxiety_therapist or via her website www.evathompsontherapy.co.uk
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S2E1: Season 2, dating bad drivers and our upcoming event

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000

We're back baby! Welcome to Season 2 of The Dump Him Podcast. This week, we're catching up on our recent love life development and announcing our upcoming virtual dating event! We also chat all about bad drivers - and the struggle of dating them...
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S1E21: Tiger King, masks and Tinder Passport - dating in 2020

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 12:00:00 +0000

It's our series finale, and we're looking back at dating in 2020 - from Tik Tok to Tinder bios, how has dating changed this year? We talk about key events from the year we'd all like to forget, and how dating behind a mask has affected our own love lives.
See Tinder's Year In Swipe in full - https://hypebeast.com/2020/12/tinder-year-in-swipe-report-2020-gen-z-dating-trends-info
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S1E20: Tinder bios, lads' holidays and first dates with Joe and Kieran

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 12:00:00 +0000

This week, we're joined by our pals Joe and Kieran, who'll be revealing what guys really think on first dates and what really goes down on lads' holidays... Plus, find out what makes a good Tinder bio and how girls should start a convo. Don't say we don't help you ladies out!
The link to our Spotify playlist 'TDHP Anthems': https://open.spotify.com/playlist/48sjtnNOgk5MPyJ0N863DN?si=goX3c-sVQEKxoxXswUP5MQ
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S1E19: Zoom dates, #bodygoals and bumping into our exes

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 15:00:00 +0000

This week, we chatted all about Kitty's recent Zoom date, and answered a listener's dilemma about how to handle bumping into her ex. Also, find out what Francesca's been up to on Hinge in lockdown, and why we think Instagram diet culture has gone too far.
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S1E18: Mental health, dating and healing with @thewaffleshoppodcast

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 23:00:00 +0000

(Trigger warning: mental health, suicide and OCD)
UK Samaritans Helpline: 116 123
US Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
In this episode we are joined by our wonderful guest Taylor from The Waffle Shop Podcast. We discuss all things mental health, breakups and a very peculiar pet peeve... Massive thanks to Taylor for joining us this week!
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S1E17: Our worst dates ever, The Banker and having Covid-19

Sun, 15 Nov 2020 23:00:00 +0000

We've been a bit AWOL recently, but we have good reason - this week Francesca explains all about her recent bout of Covid and we talk about our worst dates ever. Also, find out what happened on Kitty's second date with The Banker!
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S1E16: How to spot a fuckboy with @laurensaddingtonx

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 20:00:00 +0000

This week we're joined by the Tik Tok queen Lauren Saddington to talk all about spotting fuckboys, guys with 'J' names, and the best opening lines to slide in the dms.
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S1E15: The truth about why Francesca isn't dating...

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 14:00:00 +0100

Francesca has a confession to make... it's time to discuss the real reason why she isn't dating at the moment. You might be surprised by the reason why!
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S1E14: Bailing on dates, planning our weddings and asking a guy your juicy questions

Sun, 11 Oct 2020 19:00:00 +0100

This week, we're joined by Henry, who talked all about dating apps and answered all the juicy questions sent in by our listeners. If you've ever wondered what goes on inside guys' brains, this is the episode for you...
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S1E13: Heartbreak, our rosters and why millennials are bad at dating

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 09:00:00 +0100

This week, we answered a dilemma about getting back together after a break, and got honest about going through heartbreak. We also discussed whether millennials are good at dating or not...
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S1E12: Speed dating, separate bedrooms and do we want kids?

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0100

In this episode, we share all about our recent virtual speed dating event and chat to one of our daters from the event. We also discuss whether separate bedrooms and bathrooms is key to a healthy marriage and whether we want kids in future. Our answers might surprise you!
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S1E11: Double dates, checking his phone and what counts as cheating

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 20:00:00 +0100

This episode was recorded at our romantic countryside getaway where we were mistaken for a couple... We discussed our double date which we arranged on Fourplay, whether it's okay to look through your partner's phone, and what counts as cheating.
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S1E10: Dating as a career-driven woman with @legallyfiercefeminist

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0100

For our tenth episode, we are welcoming our first ever guest to the podcast - Rachel @legallyfiercefeminist! She joined us to talk all about dating as an ambitious woman, getting the ick and Connell from Normal People. Make sure to check out her Instagram as well as the group she started for women in law, @younglegalladies!
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S1E9: Throuples, dating apps and reading our exes' messages

Mon, 07 Sep 2020 18:00:00 +0100

In our ninth episode, we take a deep dive into messages from our exes (prepare to feel nauseous) and hear all about a lesbian throuple - plus, Kitty and Francesca discuss their recent antics on Hinge.
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S1E8: Getting butterflies, unfollowing your exes and dating outside your political views

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 17:00:00 +0100

Kitty is in quarantine and Francesca is hungover... Plus we have some sad news about The Policeman, and we debate whether you should stay friends with your friend's ex. Should you date someone with different political views to you? We discuss it all in this week's episode...
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S1E7: Scorpio moons, the universe and eating dinner naked

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 01:00:00 +0100

In this episode, we discuss how you can boost your body confidence and the joys of eating dinner naked, before getting into a deep chat all about the law of attraction and the universe. We also talk about our Scorpio moons and read our love horoscopes for the week...
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S1E6: Your dilemmas, investigating Kitty's catfish and meeting guys in gay bars

Sun, 16 Aug 2020 22:00:00 +0100

(trigger warning: domestic abuse and mental health)
UK Freephone 24-hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247
US 24-hour Domestic Abuse Helpline: 1-800-799-7233 or text LOVEIS to 22522
UK Men's Advice Line for Domestic Abuse Victims: 0808 801 0327
In this episode, we discuss some dilemmas sent in by some lovely listeners, before going slightly off topic and singing Tik Toks... We also investigate Kitty's catfish and Francesca reveals all about meeting guys in gay bars.
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S1E5: Our dream proposals, texting an ex and splitting the bill

Sun, 09 Aug 2020 22:00:00 +0100

In our fifth episode, we ask each other to be our bridesmaids, and talk all about the dating taboos of who should pay for dinner and whether you should have sex on the first date. Plus, Kitty reveals all about how Francesca once talked her out of texting an ex...
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S1E4: iMessage games, being cheated on and choosing a rebound

Sun, 02 Aug 2020 23:00:00 +0100

In this episode, we hear about Francesca's exploits on Hinge and Kitty's date to a nuclear bunker. We also talk all about cheating, rebounds and being ghosted - and Francesca gets very honest talking about the details of a past toxic relationship. This episode is not one to be missed!
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S1E3: Open relationships, the talking stage and when to become exclusive

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0100

In this episode, we catch up about Kitty's relationship with the police officer, and hear an update on Francesca's Whatsapp pen pal. We also discuss whether we'd try an open relationship and how to have "the chat" about being exclusive.
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S1E2: Kitty's second date, which lies are forgivable and the joy of being single

Sun, 19 Jul 2020 19:00:00 +0100

In this episode, we discuss Kitty's second date with a police officer, why people cheat, and whether you should forgive lies. We also have a big rant about the joy of being single, and discuss our psychic powers...
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!

S1E1: Love in lockdown, lying on dating apps and the boyfriend we shared

Sat, 11 Jul 2020 22:00:00 +0100

In our first ever episode, we talk all about dating in lockdown, lying on dating app profiles and how soon you should text back. Kitty shares all about her first date with a police officer and we laugh about a shared ex boyfriend.
The Dump Him Podcast is hosted by Kitty James and Francesca Coates, discussing all things modern day dating, how to know your worth and when you should just dump him/her/them. New episodes weekly!