The Love Machine Podcast
- Mar 24
- 1 min read

I recently had the pleasure of joining James Preece on the Love Machine podcast to dive deep into a topic that is so close to my heart: dating after loss.
When I founded Chapter 2, it wasn’t just about creating another dating app. It was about building a safe space where widows and widowers are truly understood, a community where trust and empathy come first, and where you don't have to explain the complexities of your journey.
In this episode, we explore:
✨ The unique emotional challenges of re-entering the dating world.
✨ Overcoming the "widow guilt" that so many of us face.
✨ Why mainstream apps often fall short for our community.
✨ Heartwarming stories of new beginnings (including our very first Chapter 2 baby!).
If you’ve ever wondered about finding hope after heartbreak or how to navigate blending families and new connections, I’d love for you to give it a listen.
Finding joy again isn’t about replacing what was lost; it’s about starting a beautiful new chapter. 📖❤️
You can listen to the full episode here: https://pod.co/love-machine/dating-after-loss-why-widows-are-finally-getting-a-dating-app-that-understands-them


