The Cost of Love – Episode 4: Nichi Hodgson on Dating, Power & Emotional Economics
In Episode 4 of The Cost of Love, Haley McGee speaks with writer, broadcaster, and dating expert Nichi Hodgson to unravel the social, emotional, and
In Episode 4 of The Cost of Love, Haley McGee speaks with writer, broadcaster, and dating expert Nichi Hodgson to unravel the social, emotional, and financial politics of modern dating.
This episode dives into everything from gender scripts and emotional labour to transactional dynamics on dating apps. Nichi brings insight, wit, and hard-earned experience to a conversation that’s both eye-opening and incredibly validating for anyone navigating love in the 21st century.
We worked closely with Haley on shaping this one—it’s punchy, pacey, and full of sharp turns. Our production work focused on enhancing the rhythm of the conversation and making sure the tonal shifts—from playful to powerful—landed smoothly. Nichi’s voice is bold and honest, and we wanted the edit to give her all the room she needed to speak truth to dating myths.
From split bills to split emotional effort, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s ever asked themselves, what is this really costing me?
Listen now on Apple Podcasts.
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