Venus x Mars

In this EP, Swish shares what's it's like dating as a single mom and a few misconceptions. Shantel also shares whether or not she would date men with children. Venus X Mars YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfGZYXH6QbcKcEutcXjmfMA Swish's IG: @naturallyswish Shantel's personal IG: shantelxmarie Shameless plugs: Photography: www.capturedbyshantel.com IG: capturedbyshantel Stock images for BIPOC: www.culturestock.shop IG:culturestock.shop

It's been a while but we're backkkk! Ashley and Shantel get transparent about their own father wounds, the "daddy issues" stigma and things they are doing to avoid old dating habits created from these wounds. Venus X Mars YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfGZYXH6QbcKcEutcXjmfMA Ashley's IG: @ashjones__10 Shantel's personal IG: shantelxmarie Shameless plugs: Photography: www.capturedbyshantel.com IG: capturedbyshantel Stock images for BIPOC: www.culturestock.shop IG:culturestock.shop

Should the initial pursuit be based on gender or personality? When in a relationship, is it realistic for women to expect a main provider AND a man who's available for all her desires? What part does sex play in all of this? These are a few things Shantel and Mike touch on in this episode. Venus X Mars YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfGZYXH6QbcKcEutcXjmfMA Mike's IG: @miked.shotme Shantel's personal IG: shantelxmarie Shameless plugs: Photography: www.capturedbyshantel.com IG: capturedbyshantel Stock images for BIPOC: www.culturestock.shop IG:culturestock.shop

What should reciprocity look like when dating/in a relationship? When should a woman start to reciprocate effort? Should you communicate your needs or watch what they do naturally? These are a few questions Aaron and Shantel cover in this episode. Venus X Mars YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfGZYXH6QbcKcEutcXjmfMA Aaron's IG: @iam_aaronw Shantel's personal IG: shantelxmarie Shameless plugs: Photography: www.capturedbyshantel.com IG: capturedbyshantel Stock images for BIPOC: www.culturestock.shop IG:culturestock.shop

Have you ever wondered why men seem to go for women who are "hard to get" or that just seem to have little interest? Is a chase necessary or only for those who enjoy games? in this episode, Sam and Shantel discuss their thoughts on this phenomenon. Venus X Mars YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfGZYXH6QbcKcEutcXjmfMA Sam's IG: @embraceopportunity Shantel's personal IG: shantelxmarie Shameless plugs: Photography: www.capturedbyshantel.com IG: capturedbyshantel Stock images for BIPOC: www.culturestock.shop IG:culturestock.shop

In this episode, Ant gives some insight into when he feels a man know's he's ready to seriously commit. Venus X Mars YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfGZYXH6QbcKcEutcXjmfMA Ant's IG: @kingxcrane Shantel's personal IG: shantelxmarie Shameless plugs: Photography: www.capturedbyshantel.com IG: capturedbyshantel Stock images for BIPOC: www.culturestock.shop IG:culturestock.shop

In this episode, Shantel and Yasmin touch on the benefits of having an "alone" season, while also discussing the importance of solid community. Venus X Mars YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfGZYXH6QbcKcEutcXjmfMA Yasmin's IG: @yesssitsyas Shantel's personal IG: shantelxmarie Shameless plugs: Photography: www.capturedbyshantel.com IG: capturedbyshantel Stock images for BIPOC: www.culturestock.shop IG:culturestock.shop

In today's episode, Shantel and Daws talk about why men hate the question, ways to avoid "losing your power" and what we both think about playing games when dating. Venus X Mars YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfGZYXH6QbcKcEutcXjmfMA Daws' IG: @devdawson31 Shantel's personal IG: shantelxmarie Shameless plugs: Photography: www.capturedbyshantel.com IG: capturedbyshantel Stock images for BIPOC: www.culturestock.shop IG:culturestock.shop

In this episode, Shantel and Von dive into what we consider cheating, some thoughts on polygamy and some science behind why men cheat. Venus X Mars YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfGZYXH6QbcKcEutcXjmfMA Von's IG: @levarbutcallmevon Shantel's personal IG: shantelxmarie Shameless plugs: Photography: www.capturedbyshantel.com IG: capturedbyshantel Stock images for BIPOC: www.culturestock.shop IG:culturestock.shop

In this episode, Shantel and Rob dive into why toxic relationships tend to be more attractive than healthy ones, what it may stem from and ways we've broken the cycle for ourselves. Venus X Mars YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfGZYXH6QbcKcEutcXjmfMA Rob's IG: @_givens3 Shantel's personal IG: shantelxmarie Shameless plugs: Photography: www.capturedbyshantel.com IG: capturedbyshantel Stock images for BIPOC: www.culturestock.shop IG:culturestock.shop

When it comes to dating & relationships, have you ever wanted to get inside the mind of men or women and ask "whyyyy do you do this or think this way?!" Well, that was the case for my friends and I, which is what inspired Venus & Mars. The goal for this podcast is to bridge the gap between men and women in the dating realm with topics from cheating and toxicity, to daddy issues and effective communication. Each episode will consist of casual, thought-provoking convos between everyday people in hopes to bring insight to those want-to-know topics. YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfGZYXH6QbcKcEutcXjmfMA Host's Personal IG: shantelxmarie Shameless plugs: Photography: www.capturedbyshantel.com IG: capturedbyshantel Stock images for BIPOC www.culturestock.shop IG:culturestock.shop