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Heather McGinley & Laura Koo

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Storyteller / Podcaster

Laura is an introvert who hates the sound of her own voice, so podcasting seemed like the most natural endeavor.

As a mother of three, an ex-wife of one, and an ex-girlfriend of a few, Laura feels like she is perfectly positioned to dole out sometimes insightful (but almost always entertaining!) advice on dating after divorce, navigating our swipe-a-holic dating culture, and how to laugh at yourself after going on trainwreck dates that you probably should have avoided. Strike that: dates you definitely should have avoided.

With the handful of minutes left each week after working, parenting, dating, and podcasting, Laura likes to bake fancy things, build furniture, and binge watch the very worst reality TV.

Heather is a writer and stand-up comic who does everything wrong. Known as a cool mom, mediocre triathlete, and soon-to-be divorcée, she works out daily, reads a ton, and is generally always learning something new.

When it comes to dating, Heather is a newbie after 15 years spent in back-to-back relationships. You’re never too old to learn new things (or something like that.) A global pandemic seemed like the perfect time to re-enter the dating pool.

Heather is a two-time Emmy-winning storyteller, but honestly they give those things out like candy. She also writes on her personal site, where she is currently accepting applications for her next ex-boyfriend.

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April 19, 2022

Post-Divorce Wisdom: What Not to Say & What We'll Teach our Daughters // with Heather McGinley and Laura Koo

Every failure presents opportunities for learning, and a failed marriage is no different. In Ep. 33, Part 2 of a conversation that began in Ep. 32, Heather McGinley and Laura Koo chat with host Carmelita Tiu about the ups and downs of life post-divorce, and what they’ve learned. To learn more about Heather, Laura, and Thirsty: the Podcast, check out: www.thirstythepodcast.com Instagram: @thirstythepodcast Know Them, Be Them, Raise Them Subscribe here: Apple, Spotif...
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April 12, 2022

Post-Divorce Wisdom: Lessons All Moms Can Learn // with Heather McGinley and Laura Koo

Every failure presents opportunities for learning, and a failed marriage is no different. In Ep. 32, Heather McGinley and Laura Koo chat with host Carmelita Tiu about the ups and downs of life post-divorce, and what they’ve learned. Some key takeaways: It’s helpful for kids to have a sense for the work that parents put into giving them the life that they have. Tough moments can create opportunities for them to step up and be helpful. Sometimes divorce allows someone to be a better p...