Do I Really Hate Men?

About Do I Really Hate Men?

Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an 'I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside. This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain, lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.

Publisher

Ang Allan-Burns

Category

society & culture · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

7 May 2024

Latest episode

7 Jan 2026

Latest episodes

92 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   7 Jan 2026

   Ep. 76 Closing the Podcast, Opening a New Life

   In this special final episode, Ang closes one chapter and opens another, reflecting on 75+ honest, raw, and supportive episodes created for women navigating divorce, separation, and single parenting. She shares how the podcast was born from her own sleepless nights, courtrooms, and kitchen-floor tears, and guides you to episodes that will meet you exactly where you are—from shock and survival, to co‑parenting chaos, to rebuilding confidence and dating again. Ang explains why she is pressing pause not from burnout but from deep alignment, to make space for writing her next book and exploring new ways to support women through relationship pain and life rebuilding. The podcast library will remain live as a safe, on-demand companion for 2 a.m. loneliness, car-park handovers, and quiet, brave rebuilding, and Ang invites listeners, professionals, and brands to stay connected and collaborate on future projects. If you are in pain right now, this episode is a love letter and a reminder that this season will not last forever—you are not broken, your life is not over, and you are becoming. (00:00) Introduction and Special Announcement (00:31) Reflecting on the Journey (01:35) The Purpose and Impact of the Podcast (03:20) Navigating the Podcast Content (04:39) Gratitude and Acknowledgements (05:31) Future Plans and Closing Thoughts (07:20) Final Words of Encouragement KEY TAKEAWAYS This is a closing chapter for the podcast, not the end of Ang's work in divorce recovery and empowerment All 75+ episodes will remain live as a library to support women at every stage of separation and healing Ang is creating space to write her next book and explore new, aligned ways to support women moving forward. EPISODE LINKS Use the link below to sign up to the TalkingParents App. 30 Day FREE trial available alongside a completely FREE option too! https://talkingparents.com/dirhm If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107 USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 Exciting news! I now have four powerful and affordable course downloads available in my Patreon Shop—starting at just £20. Each one is designed to help you take meaningful steps forward in your healing and growth journey. 🌱 How to Start to Transform Your Life 💭 How to Squash Your Negative Beliefs 💫 How to Define Your Core Values and Life Purpose 💫The Divorce Pathways - 6 Steps to Divorce Recovery https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Connect with me here... https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns www.doireallyhatemen.com To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an 'I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside. This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission - to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children. ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie. Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally. With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

2. 

   17 Dec 2025

   Ep. 75 You Are Not Broken, You Are Becoming: Stories From Listener Letters

   This final episode of 2025 celebrates the podcast's 75th milestone with four powerful listener letters about surviving divorce, reshaping Christmas, and choosing peace, freedom, and self-worth. Through stories of first holidays alone, letting go of painful traditions, and rebuilding life with kids, the episode highlights how women can reclaim their power, create new rituals, and prove that being alone is not a punishment but an opportunity. (00:00) Welcome and Introduction (00:55) Reflecting on the Year (01:17) Celebrating Episode 75 (03:59) Listener Stories: Sophie's Journey (06:05) Listener Stories: Mia's Resilience (10:11) Listener Stories: Carla's Radical Christmas (12:15) Listener Stories: Rachel's Freedom (17:37) Final Thoughts and Farewell KEY TAKEAWAYS Being alone at Christmas can become an empowering choice instead of a painful punishment. New traditions with your children can transform grief into connection and joy. Healing is about reclaiming yourself one piece at a time, not about perfection or revenge. BEST MOMENTS "Being alone isn't a punishment, it's an opportunity." "You are not broken. You are becoming." "You don't owe anyone a perfect Christmas." "This time I chose MY peace!" EPISODE LINKS Use the link below to sign up to the TalkingParents App. 30 Day FREE trial available alongside a completely FREE option too! https://talkingparents.com/dirhm If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107 USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 Exciting news! I now have four powerful and affordable course downloads available in my Patreon Shop—starting at just £20. Each one is designed to help you take meaningful steps forward in your healing and growth journey. 🌱 How to Start to Transform Your Life 💭 How to Squash Your Negative Beliefs 💫 How to Define Your Core Values and Life Purpose 💫The Divorce Pathways - 6 Steps to Divorce Recovery https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Connect with me here... https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns www.doireallyhatemen.com To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an 'I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside. This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission - to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children. ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie. Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally. With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

3. 

   3 Dec 2025

   Ep. 74 Reclaim Your Joy: Selfish Christmas Strategies

   Today Ang shares empowering tips for divorced women and single moms to embrace a peaceful, self-focused Christmas, emphasizing energy protection, kid-centered magic, debunking loneliness myths, and creating personal traditions amid holiday pressures. (00:00) Introduction and Welcome (01:05) Reflecting on the Year (01:41) The Book and Its Impact (02:47) Being Selfish at Christmas (04:12) Tips for a Peaceful Christmas (09:33) Empowering Christmas Gifts (17:00) Final Thoughts and Farewell KEY TAKEAWAYS Protect your peace by saying no to draining invites and prioritizing rest. Create magical moments with kids through presence and laughter, not perfection. Distinguish being alone from lonely by reconnecting with yourself and celebrating resilience. Give yourself permission to redefine Christmas traditions your unique way. BEST MOMENTS "Protect your peace like it's wrapped in gold paper." "Rest is not lazy. It's necessity." "Magic isn't in perfection. It's in the connection." "Christmas doesn't need to be about what's missing. It can be about what's beginning." EPISODE LINKS Use the link below to sign up to the TalkingParents App. 30 Day FREE trial available alongside a completely FREE option too! https://talkingparents.com/dirhm If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107 USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 Exciting news! I now have four powerful and affordable course downloads available in my Patreon Shop—starting at just £20. Each one is designed to help you take meaningful steps forward in your healing and growth journey. 🌱 How to Start to Transform Your Life 💭 How to Squash Your Negative Beliefs 💫 How to Define Your Core Values and Life Purpose 💫The Divorce Pathways - 6 Steps to Divorce Recovery https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Connect with me here... https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns www.doireallyhatemen.com To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an 'I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside. This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission - to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children. ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie. Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally. With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

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• Claire Higham
• Nadine Pittam
• Bernadette Willems
• Natalie McCabe
• Andy Baker

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Podcast Authority Score: 53 / 100

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Engagement

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