Before we get started, just a quick note to say that some of the names in this podcast have been changed to protect their identities.

But the stories you are about to hear are very real indeed.

Please check the episode show notes for trigger warnings as listener discretion is advised.

If you'd like to share your story on the Affair Podcast, please email our wonderful producers on Affair at Curvemedia.com.

Welcome to the Affair Podcast. I'm Anna Williamson. Now, if you don't know me, I'm a relationship

therapist, coach and TV personality. Now, this podcast will unveil the secrets behind modern day affairs as we

explore everything from emotional affairs to rebuilding trust after betrayal. One in five people

have admitted to having an affair. But it's a topic that rarely explored and remains taboo because

it sparks such powerful emotions and judgments. Each episode features a different real-life affair story told by the people involved and

offers insights into the emotions, causes and consequences of infidelity in today's world.

From the motivations behind affairs to the impact on relationships, we'll uncover the raw truth behind one of the

most painful aspects of human relationships. So without further ado, let's meet today's guest.

Sam, welcome to the Affair Podcast. Thank you. Now, how are you feeling joining me for what is going to be a pretty in-depth chat about all things in fertility?

And also, what made you want to come on my pod?

I think, I'm feeling slightly nervous.

But I think for me, it will be good to just sit and talk about something that was such a big part of my life that no,

like, no one ever really talks about, especially not, you know, from start to finish.

It's just never really been done.

So I think it'll be nice to kind of get it off my chest.

I love that.

So what are you going to talk about?

This is something you're saying you've never actually been able to properly vocalise from start to finish.

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