This week on Two Women Chatting, Michelle sits down with Becky Holmes to uncover the dark yet strangely humorous world of romance fraud. From fake online lovers to AI-powered scams, Becky shares her journey from posting on Twitter to publishing a book that cleverly blends humour with insight on this serious issue.

Have you ever wondered how scammers manipulate emotions, why victims get trapped, or how AI is changing the game? This episode dives deep into the psychological tricks scammers use, the red flags to watch out for, and the gender bias in how society views fraud victims. Plus, Becky explains how humour can be a powerful tool in tackling tough topics. Whether you're a seasoned online dater or just scam-curious, this conversation is packed with insights to help you stay informed and protected.

🎙️ The Power of Humour in Serious Topics: Humour can break down barriers and make tough conversations more accessible. Becky shares how using wit helps raise awareness and support victims.

🎙️ Red Flags in Online Romance: Scammers often use love bombing, evasiveness, and financial requests to manipulate their victims. Learning to spot these signs early can prevent heartache and loss.

🎙️ AI & The Future of Scams: AI is making scams more convincing through deepfakes and realistic chatbots. As technology evolves, staying skeptical of online interactions is more important than ever.

🎙️ Coercive Control & Emotional Manipulation: Romance scams aren’t just about money - scammers build trust and emotional dependence. Many victims struggle to leave due to fear, guilt, or isolation.

🎙️ The Reality of Romance Fraud: Anyone can fall victim to a scam, regardless of intelligence or background. Instead of blaming victims, we need to focus on raising awareness and fighting stigma.

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Join us for this eye-opening discussion on the hidden dangers of online romance, the psychology behind scams, and how to protect yourself from digital deception!

romance fraud, humour, online dating, red flags, AI, scams, Becky Holmes, Twitter, mental health, vulnerability, social media, fraud, romance fraud, coercive control, victimization, gender bias, psychological impact, online dating, awareness

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This week on Two Women Chatting, we’re exploring the fascinating world of colour psychology with expert Anita Feron Clark. Have you ever noticed how wearing a particular shade can lift your mood or make you feel more confident? Anita breaks down the science behind colour, its emotional impact, and how midlife women can harness it to enhance well-being, self-care and personal style. Whether you’re drawn to neutrals or love a bold pop of colour, this conversation will change the way you see your wardrobe - and yourself.

Key Insights:

🎙️ The Emotional Power of Colour: “Colour has such a profound impact on your emotions. It can invigorate, calm, soothe, uplift, and ground you.”

🎙️ Dopamine Dressing Explained: “Dressing in colours that make you happy can provide an instant mood boost - your visual cortex is looking for that dopamine hit!”

🎙️ Evolving Your Colour Choices: “As we age, our personal style and relationship with colour naturally evolve. Embracing change is key to feeling fabulous at any stage of life.”

🎙️ Colour as Self-Care: “Incorporating colour into daily life isn’t just about fashion - it’s a powerful form of self-care that influences perception, attention, and even memory.”

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Join us for this vibrant conversation on The Psychology of Colour: Unlocking Emotions with Anita Feron Clark!

colour psychology, fashion, midlife women, dopamine dressing, emotional health, self-care, colour confidence, mental health, personal style, colour choices.

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Welcome back to a brand-new season of Two Women Chatting! We’re opening this season with a fascinating conversation with Dame Stella Rimington, the first female Director General of MI5, whose career spans real-world espionage and gripping spy fiction. From classified files to bestselling thrillers, she’s got stories that would make Bond jealous!. She takes us behind the scenes of intelligence work, the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated field, and the surprising realities of spy life versus fiction.

Key Insights:

🎙️ Breaking Barriers in MI5: Dame Stella’s journey from an unexpected entry into MI5 to leading the agency is a testament to perseverance, adaptability, and determination. She shares the hurdles she faced as the first woman in such a high-profile intelligence role.

🎙️ The Truth About Espionage: Forget the Hollywood glamour - real-life spying is a far cry from the world of 007. Dame Stella reveals the actual challenges, complexities, and ever-evolving threats that define modern intelligence work.

🎙️ Media Intrusion and Leadership: Becoming the public face of MI5 came with its own set of difficulties. Dame Stella discusses the intense media scrutiny she faced and the impact it had on her personal and professional life.

🎙️ Women Supporting Women—or Not?: Leadership for women often comes with unexpected rivalry instead of support. Dame Stella reflects on the gender dynamics she encountered throughout her career.

🎙️ From Intelligence to Intriguing Fiction: Drawing from her years in counterterrorism and espionage, Dame Stella has carved out a successful second career as a thriller writer. She shares how her novels blend reality with creative storytelling.

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Dame Stella Rimington, MI5, espionage, women in leadership, counterterrorism, spy novels, media intrusion, intelligence services, writing thrillers, gender equality.

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