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.

Joining me on the affair on this episode is Becky. Hello to you, Becky. Hi. Thank you for coming on my podcast to share with us your story.

Firstly, well, I mean, this is an absolute Bobby Dasler of a shocker, quite honestly.

And full disclosure, as often to say, you know, when, you know, when my lovely guests like yourself

come on the podcast and myself and lovely producer Naomi are listening to people that want to come

and share, I deliberately only get a snapshot because I like to hear the whole story unpack

in real time along with the listener.

But from the tiny snippet that I have read about your situation,

who never have I felt like I wanted to give somebody a hug so much in my life.

Oh.

So then Becky, with that, there are typically three protagonists, three characters, if you like, within an affair.

...