everybody has a secret the fakers
Dec 21, 2023
What happens when your fiancé is just a figment of your imagination? A caller unveils her decade-long fake engagement, prompting a deep dive into loneliness and the pressures that led to her deception. Meanwhile, another guest reveals her climb up the corporate ladder without the necessary qualifications, sparking a debate on the ethics of networking versus skill. The hosts tackle whether it's better to come clean or keep the charade going, serving up a mix of humor and heartfelt advice on navigating life's secrets.
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Decade-Long Fake Fiancé
- Cassie fabricated a decade-long relationship with a man named Liam and even faked messages and accounts to support it.
- She now feels trapped, devastated after Liam discovered the fake account and called her out.
Imagined Life Becoming Real
- Cassie created a blurred line between imagination and reality by inventing details that sometimes matched Liam's real life.
- That overlap intensified her confusion and convinced her she 'knew' him despite never truly meeting him.
Come Clean To Rebuild Or Restart
- Gemma and Annabelle advise Cassie to come clean to her friends despite the risk of damaging relationships.
- They argue honesty gives her the best chance to rebuild trust or start anew with a clean slate.