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Guests Share How They First Met Their Love - Holiday Special ep 63

January 01, 2026 • Toni Powell • Episode 63

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Love at first sight, illegal visas, meditation dreams, and a tango that turned into marriage—this New Year’s Day holiday special is packed with unforgettable first-meeting stories. Heidi Dening reveals how Batgirl fell for King Kong, Mary-Lou Stevens shares how a silent retreat led her to love, Mark Matthews tells his nightclub-to-surf romance, and Paul McDermott recounts the most extraordinary tango-fuelled meeting you’ll ever hear. Perfect listening for anyone who loves stories about relationships, serendipity, and the surprising ways we find connection.

Topics

Heidi’s hilarious King Kong first meeting story
The “proposed marriage visa” surprise
Mary-Lou’s dream of a cup of tea
How meditation and mindfulness helped her meet love
Mark Matthews’ love at first sight in Surfers Paradise
Paul McDermott’s dream-led tango encounter that became destiny
How dreams, chance, and persistence shape relationships

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Episode Transcript: https://shithappy.com/guests-share-how…ay-special-ep-63/
#2 with Heidi Dening
#11 with Mark Matthews
# 17 with Mary-Lou Stephens
# 35 with Paul McDermott

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