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Sharleen Joynt and Andy Levine—aka "Shandy"—combine dating advice and reality show recaps for a fun analysis of modern romance.

Sharleen and Andy are two former commitment-phobes who have now been married for over a decade. They don’t believe in fate, soulmates, or The One. So how did they wind up so happily married? They learned the tough dating lessons by living them. Get no-holds-barred, non-ju... more

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Shandy is back with their world-famous recaps! Shandy couldn't resist the siren song of Perfect Match Season 4, so today they're breaking down the first batch, aka episodes 6-7!

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Shandy is back with their world-famous recaps! Shandy couldn't resist the siren song of Perfect Match Season 4, so today they're breaking down the first batch, aka episodes 1-5!

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Today Shandy is joined by fellow podcasters and dating advice givers, Jared Freid and Jordana Abraham from the U Up? Podcast! They chat the most common themes they see in the questions they receive, whether or not dating today is *actually* worse (o... more

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It's Q&A time! We're back, answering YOUR burning questions! If your best friend puts zero thought into setting you up with her husband's friend, is that a slight or are you just sensitive? If your boyfriend's new hobby involves regularly "borrowing"... more

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Jordana Abraham
Co-host of UUP (Dear Shandy guests on episode)
UUP podcast guest
Episode: U Up? x Dear Shandy: Jared Freid & Jordana Abraham Unpack Modern Romance - Ep 463
Jared Freid
Co-host of UUP
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Episode: U Up? x Dear Shandy: Jared Freid & Jordana Abraham Unpack Modern Romance - Ep 463
Mel Owens
Second Golden Bachelor
ABC's The Golden Bachelor
Episode: LOVE FEST! Mel Owens & Peg Munson Are Shandies And They Came With Notes - Ep 430
Peg Munson
Reality TV contestant and Mel's partner
Episode: LOVE FEST! Mel Owens & Peg Munson Are Shandies And They Came With Notes - Ep 430
Andrew Spencer
Reality TV star from Bachelor in Paradise
Bachelor in Paradise
Episode: LOVE FEST! Andrew Spencer & Alexe Godin Let Us Into The Chaos - Ep 428
Alexe Godin
Reality TV star from Bachelor in Paradise
Bachelor in Paradise
Episode: LOVE FEST! Andrew Spencer & Alexe Godin Let Us Into The Chaos - Ep 428
Jeremy Simon
Reality TV personality and contestant on Bachelor in Paradise
Episode: LOVE FEST! Jeremy Simon & Bailey Taylor Brown Are Ready To Surprise You - Ep 427
Bailey Taylor Brown
Reality TV personality and contestant on Bachelor in Paradise
Episode: LOVE FEST! Jeremy Simon & Bailey Taylor Brown Are Ready To Surprise You - Ep 427
Jared Fried
Comedian and guest on the episode who adds humor to the recap.
Episode: The Golden Bachelor S2: Ep 6 | WOMEN TELL ALL | Recap & Review - Ep 422

Hosts

Sharleen Joynt
Co-host of Dear Shandy with a background as a Bachelor contestant and relationship/insights expert.
Andy Levine
Co-host of Dear Shandy, known for dating/reality-TV commentary and insightful takes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 7.3k ratings
  • Great fun and insight

    I really enjoy hearing these two intelligent, wordminded people talking about the meta of shows I enjoy from a sociological angle and to hear what they think about behavior and scenes. I often get new viewpoints and perspectives. It‘s so much more than the narrating of the show and I watch spinoffs like love is blind Germany just because there is Shandy-Content for them.

    Apple Podcasts
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    LudmillaHagström
    Germany5 days ago
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    Care about something.

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    Please I’m Begging You
    United States5 days ago
  • Love Dear Shandy

    Long time listener and I love y’all and the pod, but please break up the huge episode drops!! Five at a time is crazy! If you did two or three at a time, I wouldn’t have to wait until I make it through a whole drop to listen and it would give us more episodes to listen to. Go ahead, draw it out! I don’t understand the push to have a pod episode out the moment streaming episodes drop.

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    5
    lindsaycn
    United States6 days ago
  • Great show

    Highly recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Happyhour143
    United States6 days ago
  • Five stars for RECAPS!

    5.7.26: What kind of business are you in Andy?

    Previous: Consider recapping The Ultimatum: Queer Love?!? Thanks so much!

    Past Update: My favorite pods collided with the amazing joint episode with Love to See it Podcast with Emma and Claire. More collabs with them PLEASE!!!! 🥰✨💫

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LoveBlvd
    United States14 days ago

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Q&A! Your Boyfriend Steals Your Jokes & The Setup From Hell - Ep 462
Q: Should I put my foot down and ask him to stop stealing my jokes, or should I let it go and be more supportive?
Offer a calm, explicit boundary that you want him to stop taking your material and to either credit you or develop his own material; acknowledge his passion but emphasize the need for personal ownership and collaboration that respects your creativity.
Q&A! Blinded By Breadcrumbs & Does His Bad Taste Mean Bad Compatibility? - Ep 460
Q: Anonymous asks about dating someone who was the 'worst' but with great sex, and whether chemistry can mask deeper issues; have you dated people who bring out the worst in you?
Yes, both hosts share experiences of past relationships where chemistry was high but values and honesty were misaligned, stressing that long-term compatibility and shared values matter more than peak chemistry.
Q&A! Blinded By Breadcrumbs & Does His Bad Taste Mean Bad Compatibility? - Ep 460
Q: The first question from P asks how to stay present with a partner who talks about their job in ways that feel tedious, and whether to push through or change the dynamic.
The hosts suggest that you don't need to be 100% engaged in every detail; you should ensure your partner feels heard in other conversations, and have an upfront conversation about how much detail you want to hear, balancing honesty with emotional support.
Q&A! Your Boyfriend Isn't "Obsessed" With You & Your Dad Has 2 Girlfriends - Ep 453
Q: Dear Shandy, can you tell me the cities involved in this long-distance dating scenario and whether keeping dating is wise when moving to a second city is on the table?
The hosts advise starting fresh in June, suggesting not to heavily invest in the current long-distance setup and to test the relationship's viability by actually experiencing life in the new city; if there isn't a strong, mutual sense of obsession or future alignment, it's better to consider separating or pausing the relationship.
Q&A! How To Tell Your Friends They're Filthy & Finding Your Own "Andy" - Ep 441
Q: Are we being too uptight and dainty?
There are legitimate issues with wanting to keep things clean and safe, so it's reasonable to not want to stay in a filthy environment, especially with children.

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What is Dear Shandy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A relationship-focused show pairing candid relationship advice with sharp reality-TV analysis. Hosts dissect dating dynamics, couple chemistry, and social behavior across popular reality programs, mixing practical guidance with witty banter and expert interviews in a double-date style format. Episodes often blend actionable relationship insights with entertaining recaps, making it a go-to for listeners who want both relationship clarity and engaging pop culture commentary. A notable strength is the duo's long-running rapport and willingness to tackle sensitive topics with humor and sincerity, which helps the show stand out in a crowded niche.

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4. Peg Munson
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6. Alexe Godin
7. Jeremy Simon
8. Bailey Taylor Brown

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