Scars And Stripes

At 23, Mila had her next few years mapped out. She was about to embark on an overseas adventure when a chance swipe on Tinder introduced her to James, a charming Brit who was only meant to be passing through New Zealand. What started as a casual fling turned into an eight-year love story. Together, they travelled the world, bought their dream home and began planning a future filled with marriage, babies and everything in between. Life was falling perfectly into place. Until one seemingly ordinary night, when a little-known iPhone feature sparked a suspicion Mila couldn't ignore. And sometimes, the answers you're looking for are the ones you wish you'd never found. Have a story that you'd like to share? Email us or send us a voice mail Follow us on Instagram: @everyonehasanexSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At 27, Cassie was ready for a little more adventure, excitement and romance. Fresh out of an eight-year relationship, she was embracing single life when a handsome American named Tom appeared on Tinder. Charming, attentive and incredibly generous, Tom swept her off her feet with extravagant dates, romantic gestures and promises of a future together. It was everything she'd been looking for—and more. But as their whirlwind romance progressed, small cracks began to appear in their seemingly perfect relationship. What follows is a powerful story about love, trust and the lengths we go to protect the future we've imagined—even when the reality starts to look very different. TW: This episode discusses domestic violence. If you or anyone you know needs support, there is a list of services below.  Support services are available: Domestic & Family Violence: 1800RESPECT.org.au or call 1800 737 732Mental Health Support: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/Spousal Support: https://www.womenpartners.org.au/about Have a story that you'd like to share? Email us or send us a voice mail.  Email: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @everyonehasanexSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anna was just 18 when she met Jason, and what followed was the kind of love story most people only dream of. From whirlwind adventures around the world to building a beautiful family together, life was pretty close to perfect. But as we all know, life doesn't always go according to plan. What follows is an extraordinary story of love, unimaginable heartbreak, second chances and the courage to start over. Because sometimes, finding love again is only half the story. Have a story that you'd like to share? Email us or send us a voice mail here. Email: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @everyonehasanexSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and Jack's love story wasn't filled with grand gestures or dramatic declarations. It was simple, easy and everything she'd ever wanted. After 11 years together, a beautiful wedding, a dream home and two gorgeous children, life was pretty close to perfect. But navigating motherhood with a newborn and a toddler was taking its toll. Looking for something just for herself, Sarah joined a local gym, where she found a new sense of confidence, a supportive community and an unexpected friendship. It seemed like the perfect addition to an already happy life. But sometimes, the smallest changes can have the biggest consequences... Have a story that you'd like to share? Email us or send us a voice mail here. Email: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @everyonehasanexSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle was 23 when she packed up her life in New York City and moved to Sydney, where a chance encounter on the streets of Bondi led her straight into the arms of Finn.Their whirlwind romance had all the makings of a fairytale. But when her visa expired, they were forced to navigate a long-distance relationship that ultimately ended in heartbreak.Convinced Finn was her soulmate and the one who got away, Michelle spent years believing the universe would eventually bring them back together.And when she finally got the second chance she'd been manifesting, she discovered that sometimes the universe has a very different plan for your happily-ever-after.Have a story that you'd like to share? Email us or send us a voice mail here.Email: [email protected] us on Instagram: @everyonehasanexSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a painful divorce, Jess wasn’t looking for love—but she still believed her silver fox was out there. And then she met Simon. He was charming, successful and seemingly very wealthy. He adored her, embraced her daughters and offered the kind of love and security she’d been missing for years. Before long, they’d built a life and blended family together.     But when a $100,000 investment failed to come back, the cracks in their seemingly perfect life began to show—and Jess was about to discover that the man she trusted with her heart may have been hiding far more than just the truth about his money. Have a story that you'd like to share? Email us or send us a voice mail here. Email: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @everyonehasanexSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Season 10 of Everyone Has An Ex launches October 7, and we need your help with a very special episode: Everyone Has An Ex... In-Law.Did meddling in-laws, crossed boundaries, family feuds, wedding drama or one too many passive-aggressive comments contribute to the end of your relationship? Maybe your partner always chose their family over you—or their family made it their mission to drive you apart.If your in-laws played a starring role in turning your happily-ever-after into an ex, we want to hear from you.📧 Email [email protected] or leave us a voicemail via this link. Submissions can remain anonymous and all stories will be handled with care and sensitivity.Follow us: @everyonehasanexSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rachael and Deborah weren't just sisters—they were best friends. With a 14-year age gap, Deborah helped raise her little sister, becoming her safe place, confidante and one of the most important people in her life. But as Rachael grew up and started building a life and family of her own, their once-unbreakable bond began to change. Then, without a conversation, an explanation or even a proper goodbye, Deborah disappeared from her life. Eight years later, Rachael is still trying to understand how someone who once felt like family and a best friend could become a stranger. Email us: [email protected] Follow us: @everyonehasanexSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chloe and Jess became instant best friends at sixteen. For the next decade, theirs was the kind of friendship filled with inside jokes, big nights, fierce loyalty and complete honesty. But over the years, that honesty started to hurt. Criticism became harder to brush off, boundaries became harder to maintain, and Chloe began questioning whether the person who knew her best actually liked her at all. After years of forgiving, reconnecting and trying again, Chloe was forced to decide whether some friendships are worth fighting for—or whether sometimes, you have to choose yourself. Email us: [email protected] Follow us: @everyonehasanexSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lola and Sandra were an unlikely pair. Twenty years apart in age, they went from workmates to best friends—bonding over dark humour, Friday wines, dating disasters and eventually, one of the hardest periods of Lola's life. When Lola was diagnosed with breast cancer, Sandra became her rock. But as Lola fought for her life and slowly began rebuilding it, something in their friendship started to change. She'd been there through the darkest days. But as life finally started getting brighter, the friendship began to change—and the person who'd once been her rock started to feel very different. Email us: [email protected] Follow us: @everyonehasanexSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.