Love, Amanda

We made it to the season finale… and now it’s time to spill everything.
In this special recap episode of Love, Amanda, I’m joined by Bill Grant, owner of As Told By You Studio & Podcast, to look back on the journey of building this podcast from the ground up—and everything we didn’t expect along the way.
We’re diving into:
✨ The real behind-the-scenes of starting a podcast
✨ Our biggest surprises from each guest this season
✨ The shows we’re currently obsessed with (yes, reality TV included 👀)
✨ My dream guest reveal
✨ What it really means to unlock your potential
✨ How I may or may not have influenced Bill’s new love for reality TV
✨ And what YOU want to see coming in Season 2
This episode is equal parts reflection, laughter, and looking ahead—and I couldn’t think of a better way to wrap this season than with someone who’s been part of the journey from the start.
Season 1, you’ve been so good to us. Season 2… we’re coming for you. 💫
🎧 Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share Love, Amanda to stay tuned for Season 2!

On this episode of Love, Amanda, I sit down with legendary TV journalist Dawndy Mercer Plank for an inspiring and heartfelt conversation you won’t want to miss.
Dawndy shares her incredible career journey—from what first inspired her to step into the world of television journalism to unforgettable memories from her very first day in the newsroom. She opens up about the stories that have impacted her the most, and what it really takes to stay calm and composed during high-pressure breaking news moments.
Beyond her career, we dive into her personal life—how she met her husband, what it looks like to balance a demanding career with family, and the qualities that truly make a marriage strong and lasting. Plus, she shares her favorite ways to spend time together as a couple and what life has looked like since retirement.
This episode is full of wisdom, love, and real-life insight you can carry into your own relationships and career.

In this episode, I sit down with Olympian Mystique Ro to talk about what it really takes to chase your dreams.
From her journey transitioning out of track and field into the high-speed, high-risk world of skeleton racing, Mystique opens up about facing fear head-on—despite hating roller coasters—and the mindset required to compete at the Olympic level.
We talk about the sacrifices that come with achieving your goals, especially when it comes to love and relationships, and what it means to stay committed to something bigger than yourself.
She also shares what it was like growing up with 10 siblings, the kind of partner that balances her life, her favorite moments from the Olympics (including Italy), and what she’s training for now.
A conversation about passion, timing, and the sacrifices that come with truly loving what you do.

On this episode of Love, Amanda, Amanda sits down with journalist Intisar Faulkner for an honest conversation about navigating love while building a career in the public eye.
From dating in the spotlight to learning why confidence and security matter in a partner, Intisar opens up about the realities of modern relationships. The two discuss everything from long-distance love and the importance of taking time to yourself after a breakup, to how toxic relationships can impact your nervous system.
They also dive into spirituality in dating, the courage it takes to change your routine to meet new people, and Intisar’s perspective on dating someone with a child. Through it all, the conversation highlights growth, self-awareness, and the importance of kindness while figuring out love.
Intisar also shares what it means to be herself “behind the lens,” along with her hopes and prayers for the year ahead.
If you’ve ever wondered how to protect your peace while pursuing love and ambition, this episode is for you.

This week, I’m joined by Clay Gravesande from Love Is Blind for an honest and unfiltered conversation.
Clay opens up about his role models growing up, what it felt like to be labeled the “villain,” and what really happened behind the scenes of the big reveal moment. We talk about finding love through hardship, recognizing red flags, and how personal growth has changed the way he approaches relationships — including what’s different in his new relationship.
We also play a fun dating game, “Oh Clay… or Not?” and touch on the upcoming season of Love Is Blind.
Plus, Clay shares more about his entrepreneurial journey with WaveSandy Boat & Jet Ski Rentals. 
Real talk. Real growth. And a side of Clay you haven’t seen before!

This week on Love, Amanda, I’m joined by bra expert and entrepreneur Jenè Luciani Sena for a special Valentine’s Day treat!
A consultant for top intimates brands like TrueKind, Jenè is on a mission to help women stop settling for uncomfortable, ill-fitting bras. We revisit her Mad Fashion moment with Chris March, who famously designed a dress made entirely of bras for her, and she shares details about launching a cooling perimenopause bra—because comfort should evolve with our bodies.
Jenè also opens up about love the second time around. Now happily remarried, she talks about finding a partner with shared values, building a beautiful blended family, and navigating co-parenting and step-parent life with intention and grace.
And of course, as an Italian New Yorker, we had to talk pizza—including favorites from Dave Portnoy. 
Bras, blended families, and a slice of New York—this episode has it all. Don’t settle for a bad bra… or the wrong love story. 💕

On this episode of Love, Amanda, Amanda chats with renowned pageant coach and reality TV star Cyrus Frakes about the pageant industry, coaching success, and the life lessons beauty queens learn early—confidence, resilience, hard work, and education. They dive into dating after divorce, being friends with exes, advice for boyfriends of beauty queens, and play a fun game of “Coachable or Not?” Plus, Cyrus shares stories from his TV show, King of the Crown, and appearances on other shows including The Real Housewives of Atlanta with Cynthia Bailey.

This week on Love, Amanda, we’re diving deep into love, dating, and the psychology behind attraction.
I’m joined by Laurie Berzack, Carolina’s premier matchmaker, for a candid and eye-opening conversation about modern dating—and why we so often get stuck in patterns that don’t serve us. With years of experience helping people find meaningful connections, Laurie shares expert insights on dating mistakes, emotional attachment, and how to tell the difference between lust, limerence, and real love.

In this episode of “Love, Amanda”, Beth Bice from Married at First Sight has an honest conversation about love, loss and starting over. Beth opens up about life after divorce, the toxic signs we often ignore in marriage, and the hard but necessary question: ‘what is your peace really worth’? We talk about knowing when it’s time to leave a relationship that no longer serves you, how trauma can cause us to dissociate from our emotions, and how to move forward with intention. This episode is for anyone choosing themselves, healing deeply, and learning to love again—without losing their peace and self worth.

In this episode of Love, Amanda, Amanda sits down with Love is Blind star Brittany Mills to discuss faith-based dating, femininity, being courted, and navigating modern dating culture with old-school values. This conversation is for women and men who desire intentional love rooted in faith, respect, and purpose.