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by Sharleen Joynt & Andy Levine
Sharleen Joynt and Andy Levine—aka "Shandy"—combine dating advice and reality show recaps for a fun analysis of modern romance. Sharleen and Andy are two former commitment-phobes who have now been married for over a decade. They don’t believe in fate, soulmates, or The One. So how did they wind up so happily married? They learned the tough dating lessons by living them—and they have the stories to prove it! Have a relationship quandary or Am-I-The-Asshole question? Get no-holds-barred, non-judgmental advice in their fan-favorite Q&A episodes and Caller sessions. As an iconic former Bachelor contestant, Sharleen brings her insider knowledge (combined with Andy's hilarious commentary) to deliver what are hands-down the best Reality TV recaps in the business. They interview reality TV (or reality-adjacent) couples in double-date style episodes called Love Fests.
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- 3 days ago1h 7m
Dear Shandy Turns 6! Anniversary Q&A Answering YOUR Questions! - Ep 494
It's that time of year again... Dear Shandy is officially 6 years old, and what better way to celebrate than to answer YOUR questions! We polled you over on Instagram and received Qs about us, our relationship, the podcast, Ruby, and everything in between! Thank you, Shandies, for 6 WHOLE YEARS of laughs, kinship and community. We absolutely adore you! Come join us in our living room to chat!Thanks to our sponsors!- Go to https://revolve.com/SHANDY and use code SHANDY for 15% off your first order!- Go to https://saltandstone.com/SHANDY and use code SHANDY for 15% off your first order!- Go to https://shopremi.com/SHANDY and use code SHANDY to get 50% off your night guard!- Shop Sharleen’s favorite bras and underwear at https://www.skims.comPrevious Anniversary Q&As...1-Year Anniversary Q&A: https://youtu.be/r_ZxevOVS9o?si=e00pKFmKXxXcN4GE2-Year Anniversary Q&A: https://youtu.be/OyAa9zSvvvo?si=ZwnQzIo_hGQ9BUvC3-Year Anniversary Q&A: https://youtu.be/a_qIhKlUj0k?si=li3AirGKtYteOJrS4-Year Anniversary Q&A: https://youtu.be/WBusMzUEx4E?si=PH0q3omvLy1Qd0Tm5-Year Anniversary Q&A: https://youtu.be/jHbE2wU3HPATime Stamps:0:00 - Housekeeping2:41 - How Has Ruby Changed Since You First Got Her?3:47 - Would You Get A Second Dog?4:22 - Did You Watch The Love Island Reunion?8:14 - Do You Miss Recapping The Bachelor/ette?8:47 - Will You Have More Hot Topic Experts On?10:01 - At The Beginning, You Interviewed Friends—Would You Do This Again?12:37 - What Are Your Favorite Kinds Of Questions To Answer?13:40 - Will You Go Full Time? What’s Next?16:55 - Can You Make A Living From Podcasting Or Does It Have To Be A Passion To Be Worth It?23:51 - How Do You Split Business Responsibilities?25:38 - Does Podcasting Feel Like A Job To You?28:23 - What’s The Hardest Part Of Your Relationship At This Point In Life?33:50 - What Are Your Home & Outside Pet Peeves For Each Other?36:26 - What Other Controversies (Other Than Moon Landing Denial) Enrage Andy?39:10 - When Returning To NYC, What’s Your Must-Eat Food?39:32 - TV Shows You Watch Together But Don’t Recap?40:07 - How Do You Feel About AI?53:44 - If You Could Get Rid Of One Allergy—Eggs, Nuts, Sesame—Which Would It Be?54:52 - What Did You Think Of ‘The Odyssey’?56:24 - If Single, Which Reality Dating Show Would You Go On?58:52 - Favorite Style Of Dumpling59:51 - What To Do/Not Do If I Ever Run Into You?1:03:12 - Thank YouIf you have a relationship question, write us at: dearshandy@gmail.comSubscribe and watch the episodes on YouTube! https://bit.ly/SubscribeDearShandyMore Dear ShandyInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/dearshandyFacebook - https://fb.me/dearshandyMore SharleenInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharleenjoyntBlog - http://www.alltheprettypandas.comMore AndyInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/machinelevineProduced by Gabrielle Galon - https://www.instagram.com/gabsamillionSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- 1 weeks ago1h 2m
The Traitors New Blood: Episodes 3-4 Recap & Review - Ep 493
Dear Shandy's world-famous recaps are back, this time covering #TheTraitors New Blood on #Peacock! Today Shandy breaks down episodes 3 & 4.Thanks to our sponsors...- Go to https://quince.com/SHANDY for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!- Go to https://cozyearth.com and use code SHANDY for up to 20% off on home and sleepwear!- Go to https://trykepos.com/SHANDY to receive 47% off your first order PLUS free gifts valued at $62!Time stamps...0:00 - Housekeeping0:50 - Episode 323:35 - Episode 459:22 - Best DressedIf you have a relationship question, write us at: dearshandy@gmail.comSubscribe and watch the episodes on YouTube! https://bit.ly/SubscribeDearShandyFollow us!Dear Shandy - https://www.instagram.com/dearshandySharleen Joynt - https://www.instagram.com/sharleenjoyntAndy Levine - https://www.instagram.com/machinelevineSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- 1 weeks ago1h 24m
Q&A! Backing Out As Maid Of Honor & Is It OK To Flirt While Married? - Ep 492
It's Q&A time! We're back, answering YOUR burning questions!You're dating a guy but can't tell if the pit in your stomach is dread or butterflies... is it your anxiety or the infamous Ick? You regret agreeing to being your childhood friend's Maid Of Honor. Is it ever OK to back out of the role? You're a devoted daughter but your dreams extend beyond your duty. Between the crushing guilt and the desire to break free, which one wins? You're a mom of two young men and worry about their dating prospects—Shandy weighs in on your worries! Finally, you're married with kids but find yourself enjoying flirty banter with a co-worker. Is a workplace crush harmless fun or playing with fire? Come join us in our living room for good conversation and the Shandy take!Interested in getting the Shandy take but don't want to appear on the podcast? Email dearshandy@gmail.com for information about Shandy Off The Record sessions.A special thank you to our sponsors...- Go to https://squarespace.com and use code SHANDY for 10% off your first website or domain!- Go to https://factormeals.com and use code SHANDY50OFF for 50% off your first box plus one free breakfast item per box for one year!- Go to https://revolve.com/SHANDY and use code SHANDY for 15% off your first order!Time Stamps:0:00 - Housekeeping4:50 - Q1: Is It My Anxiety Or Am I Just Not That Into Him?12:56 - Q2: I Regret Agreeing To Be My Friend’s Maid Of Honor—Can I Back Out?38:36 - Q3: I’m Living The Life My Dad Wants For Me—How Do I Break Free?52:47 - Q4: I’m Worried My Sons’ Girlfriends Aren’t Right For Them—Shandy’s Thoughts?1:07:43 - Q5: I’m Married With Kids, But… Can I Still Flirt At Work?If you have a relationship question, write us at: dearshandy@gmail.comSubscribe and watch the episodes on YouTube! https://bit.ly/SubscribeDearShandyFollow us!Dear Shandy - https://www.instagram.com/dearshandySharleen Joynt - https://www.instagram.com/sharleenjoyntAndy Levine - https://www.instagram.com/machinelevineSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- 2 weeks ago43 min
The Traitors New Blood: Episodes 1-2 Recap & Review - Ep 491
Dear Shandy's world-famous recaps are back, this time covering #TheTraitors New Blood on #Peacock! Today Shandy breaks down episodes 1 & 2.Thanks to our sponsors...- Go to https://revolve.com/SHANDY and use code SHANDY for 15% off your first order!- Go to https://AquaTru.com and use code SHANDY for 20% off your purifier!- Go to https://warbyparker.com/SHANDY to buy 1 pair of glasses and get 20% off any additional pairs!- Go to https://oliveandjune.com/SHANDY for 20% off your first system!Time stamps...0:00 - Housekeeping2:06 - Episode 118:26 - Episode 239:53 - Who Shandy Has Their Eye OnSharleen is wearing:- sweater dress: https://bit.ly/3VENco7 (use code SHANDY for 15% off your first order)If you have a relationship question, write us at: dearshandy@gmail.comSubscribe and watch the episodes on YouTube! https://bit.ly/SubscribeDearShandyFollow us!Dear Shandy - https://www.instagram.com/dearshandySharleen Joynt - https://www.instagram.com/sharleenjoyntAndy Levine - https://www.instagram.com/machinelevineSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- 2 weeks ago54 min
Caller 📞 Sessions! "I Dated Him For 6 Months... But We Never Met" - Ep 490
It's CALLER DAY! 📞 Today we're joined by lovely caller Dani who has been dating a guy for 6 months. Except... she's never actually met him?? Was he never interested enough to progress things further, or was she too guarded? Listen on for the Shandy take!Interested in getting the Shandy take but don't want to appear on the podcast? Email dearshandy@gmail.com for information about Shandy's new Off The Record sessions!Thanks to our sponsors....- Go to https://www.functionhealth.com/SHANDY and use code SHANDY25 for a $25 credit towards your membership!- Go to https://rula.com/SHANDY and take the first step towards improved mental health!- Go to https://trykepos.com/SHANDY to receive 47% off your first order PLUS free gifts valued at $62!Time Stamps:0:00 - Welcome To Caller Dani!47:28 - Shandy DebriefIf you have a relationship question, write us at: dearshandy@gmail.comSubscribe - https://bit.ly/SubscribeDearShandyListen on iTunes - https://bit.ly/DearShandyiTunesMore Dear ShandyInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/dearshandyFacebook - https://fb.me/dearshandyMore SharleenInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharleenjoyntBlog - http://www.alltheprettypandas.comMore AndyInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/machinelevineProduced by Gabrielle Galon - https://www.instagram.com/gabsamillionSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- 3 weeks ago1h 20m
Q&A! Confessing To Cheating A Decade Later & Crushing On Your BFF's Boyfriend - Ep 489
It's Q&A time! We're back, answering YOUR burning questions!You're happily married with kids but you carry a secret from a decade ago, before starting a family. Is it worth rocking the boat to tell the truth all these years later? If you like your coworker but hate how she ALWAYS cuts you off, what's the best way to fix her social faux-pas? Your mother-in-law keeps cornering you to trauma dump—how do you draw the line between being her daughter-in-law and an accidental therapist? And what to do when you can't stop crushing on your best friend's dashing boyfriend? Come join us in our living room for good conversation and the Shandy take!Interested in getting the Shandy take but don't want to appear on the podcast? Email dearshandy@gmail.com for information about Shandy Off The Record sessions.A special thank you to our sponsors...- Go to https://cozyearth.com and use code SHANDY for an exclusive 20% off on home and sleepwear!- Go to https://laundrysauce.com and use code SHANDY for 20% off!- Go to https://fabletics.com/SHANDY for 70-80% off everything as a new VIP!- Go to https://squarespace.com and use code SHANDY for 10% off your first website or domain!- Go to https://ollie.com/shandy and use code SHANDY to get 70% off your Welcome Kit today!Time Stamps:0:00 - Housekeeping1:48 - Q1: My Coworker Always Cuts Me Off—How Do I Handle This?11:30 - Q2: It Has Been 10 Years Since I Cheated—To Confess Or Not To Confess?37:35 - Q3: I Have A Crush On My Best Friend’s Boyfriend—Help!58:53 - Q4: My Mother-In-Law Treats Me Like Her Therapist—Help!If you have a relationship question, write us at: dearshandy@gmail.comSubscribe and watch the episodes on YouTube! https://bit.ly/SubscribeDearShandyFollow us!Dear Shandy - https://www.instagram.com/dearshandySharleen Joynt - https://www.instagram.com/sharleenjoyntAndy Levine - https://www.instagram.com/machinelevineSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Sep 1, 202648 min
Love Is Blind UK S3: REUNION Recap & Review - Ep 488
Shandy is back with their world-famous recaps! You asked for Love Is Blind UK, and now you shall receive! Today Shandy is breaking down the Reunion, aka Episode 11.Thank you to our sponsors...- Go to https://saltandstone.com/SHANDY and use code SHANDY for 15% off your first order!- Go to https://tumbleliving.com/SHANDY for 10% off plus free shipping!- Go to https://skims.com/SHANDY to shop Sharleen’s favorite Bras and Underwear!- Go to https://revolve.com/SHANDY and use code SHANDY for 15% off your first order!Time stamps...0:00 - Housekeeping1:43 - Ciara & Ajay10:33 - Cuba & Ryan22:23 - Sophie & Taylor26:20 - Francesca & Joseph29:35 - Yasmin & Jordan34:18 - Faye & Jack44:14 - Reviewing Shandy’s Predictions 45:41 - Who We Would Go ForIf you have a relationship question, write us at: dearshandy@gmail.comSubscribe and watch the episodes on YouTube! https://bit.ly/SubscribeDearShandyMore Dear ShandyInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/dearshandyFacebook - https://fb.me/dearshandyMore SharleenInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharleenjoyntBlog - http://www.alltheprettypandas.comMore AndyInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/machinelevineProduced by Gabrielle Galon - https://www.instagram.com/gabsamillionSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Aug 26, 20261h 6m
Love Is Blind UK S3: FINALE - Episodes 9 & 10 Recap & Review - Ep 487
Shandy is back with their world-famous recaps! You asked for Love Is Blind UK, and now you shall receive! Today Shandy is breaking down the grand Finale, aka Episodes 9 & 10.Thank you to our sponsors...- Go to https://fabletics.com/SHANDY for 70-80% off everything as a new VIP!- Go to https://cozyearth.com and use code SHANDY for an exclusive 20% off!Time stamps...If you have a relationship question, write us at: dearshandy@gmail.comSubscribe and watch the episodes on YouTube! https://bit.ly/SubscribeDearShandyMore Dear ShandyInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/dearshandyFacebook - https://fb.me/dearshandyMore SharleenInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharleenjoyntBlog - http://www.alltheprettypandas.comMore AndyInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/machinelevineProduced by Gabrielle Galon - https://www.instagram.com/gabsamillionSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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About Dear Shandy
Sharleen Joynt and Andy Levine—aka "Shandy"—combine dating advice and reality show recaps for a fun analysis of modern romance. Sharleen and Andy are two former commitment-phobes who have now been married for over a decade. They don’t believe in fate, soulmates, or The One. So how did they wind up so happily married? They learned the tough dating lessons by living them—and they have the stories to prove it! Have a relationship quandary or Am-I-The-Asshole question? Get no-holds-barred, non-judgmental advice in their fan-favorite Q&A episodes and Caller sessions. As an iconic former Bachelor contestant, Sharleen brings her insider knowledge (combined with Andy's hilarious commentary) to deliver what are hands-down the best Reality TV recaps in the business. They interview reality TV (or reality-adjacent) couples in double-date style episodes called Love Fests.
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