Falling In Love: Begin Again Moments

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FlightStory

Society & Culture, Education, Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Self-improvement

4.7 • 970 Ratings

🗓️ 1 March 2026

⏱️ 60 minutes

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In this heartwarming Begin Again Moments, Richard E. Grant reflects on falling in love with his wife, Joan. He speaks tenderly about the deep connection they share, the unexpected beauty of their journey together, and how their bond continues to thrive, even as time passes. With vulnerability and warmth, he opens up about the joy and comfort of knowing someone in such a profound way, and the magical way love can grow in the most unanticipated moments. Following Richard’s personal story, relationship expert Mel Schilling, from Married at First Sight, delves into the dynamics of love, providing insight into what truly makes relationships last. She shares her professional perspective on the foundations of deep emotional connection and offers practical advice on nurturing love through life’s many stages. Mel sheds light on the intricate balance of self-awareness, communication, and mutual respect that shapes lasting partnerships. This short episode features moving clips from both conversations, available to watch or listen to now. If you’ve ever wondered about the power of love or are seeking guidance on how to deepen your own relationships, this conversation is for you. Watch the full episodes with Richard E. Grant and Mel Schilling now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	really falling in love with somebody is that that warped me.
0:07.0	Yeah.
0:08.0	And she said the same thing.
0:09.0	I said, yeah, but you were married.
0:10.0	And she said, yeah, but she said the way that I fall in love with you is different.
0:15.0	And I said, yeah, that sounds like a Mills and Boone, her tagline on a romantic novel.
0:22.0	She said, no, no, it's absolutely true.
0:24.9	I mean, I think the interesting part of that is that it's that being seen and being understood on the deepest of levels.
0:38.3	Yeah.
0:39.3	With you and Joan, it's hard then to imagine you, I mean, I'm not talking about you, I shouldn't really judge you, you can do whatever you like, Richard.
0:51.3	I know that you know that.
0:53.3	But I'd like to discuss whether you think you like, Richard. I know that you know that. But I'd like to discuss whether you think
0:58.0	you would ever go out with anybody again. How do you feel about that? I've been on sort of
1:04.9	dates with people and I've been set up with people. I was just going to say, do you get set up all the
1:09.8	time? I have been, I've realized in retrospect, being sort of set up.
1:14.0	But I think that when you are ready to do that, something will happen.
1:23.1	But it depends on what you're looking for.
1:26.3	I'm not.
1:27.0	I don't think on a daily basis, I've got to go on a dating
1:29.7	app. I haven't done anything like that. So... I mean, it would be a bit difficult for you to go on a
1:35.3	dating app, wouldn't it? So I'm Richard E. Gold pensioner. Looking for a dining companion.
1:42.0	Oh God. Amazing.
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