The Affair…with Anna Williamson

‘The Affair…. with Anna Williamson’ will unveil the secrets behind modern-day affairs. 1 in 5 people have admitted to having an affair, but it’s a topic that is rarely explored and remains taboo, because it sparks such powerful reactions.

Each episode highlights all angles of a real-life affair, told by the key protagonists offering raw insight into the causes, emotions and consequences of infidelity. In this podcast, Anna will uncover the hidden truths behind one of the most prevalent aspects of modern human relationships.

To join us over on Patreon for early ad-free access, extra content, group chats and more, head over to:

www.patreon.com/theaffair

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20 episodes
Updated Wednesday
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Episodes20

Newest first

Wednesday · 17 min
The Affair.... What Happened Next? Jane
In this episode, we catch-up with Jane, who was on Series 1, Episode 2 of The Affair... and her episode was titled 'He Said I Do To Her... But He Was Thinking of Me'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 27 · 54 min
'My Mother was a Bigamist'
When Abi was growing up, her mother had an affair and what followed had a lifelong effect on her. Her mother moved abroad and kept Abi and her sister from their father, he became depressed and when she was returned to his care in the UK, he was unable to look after them properly. Abi is here today to talk about her difficult experience of being the child in the middle of an explosive affair... and to reflect on the moment she discovered that her mother, was a bigamist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 22 · 18 min
The Affair.... What Happened Next? Becky
In this episode of 'The Affair... What Happened Next?' Anna and Naomi hear from Becky, whose episode 'My Maid of Honour Was Pregnant with my Husband's Baby' (Series 3, Episode 1) remains one of our most talked about, fills us in on what has happened in her life since her episode aired. To join our Patreon for ad-free episodes and extra content, please see: www.patreon.com/theaffair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 20 · 1 hr 9 min
'Will I Ever Get Over The Guilt of My Affair?'
When Hope found herself married to an older man, she thought she had someone who could look after her and someone to spend her life with. So when issues in their marriage started to appear, she found herself feeling alone and isolated. But after meeting a man at work, Hope managed to fill the void by starting an affair. She's here today to speak to Anna, as she want's to finally shake the guilt and shame she carries over her infidelity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 15 · 13 min
The Affair... What Happened Next? Patsy
In this episode we catch up with Patsy from Series 1, episode 5 who had turned investigator and exposed her boyfriend's double life. We catch up with Patsy to see how she's been doing since her episode aired. To Join our Patreon, see here: www.patreon.com/theaffair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 13 · 1 hr 16 min
'I Outed My Cheating Partner on Social Media... and Ended Up in Court'
When Zoe discovered that her boyfriend of 6 years was living multiple lives, she took to social media to out him and warn other women. But then she received a summons..... and ended up in court. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 8 · 13 min
The Affair.... What Happened Next? Tanya
We are back with Anna and producer Naomi for one of the most request updates we've had.... Tanya from Season 4. Did the man she was having an affair adhere to her ultimatum and leave his wife? Or has she ended the affair? All will be revealed on this episode of The Affair... What Happened Next? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 6 · 1 hr 9 min
'I Found Folders of Deep Fake Images of my Friend's on my Husband's Phone'
When Nell got married, she assumed that her husband only had eyes for her. But his phone told a different story. One night, she did something she hadn't done before.... she looked at his phone. And what she found would shock and disgust her so much that she knew their marriage was over.... To join our Patreon please go to www.patreon.com/theaffair for early ad-free episodes, extra content and much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 1 · 17 min
The Affair... What Happened Next? Lisa
In this episode, Anna and producer Naomi get an update from Lisa, who previously appeared on the show back in Series 3 (Episode 3 - 'The Man Who Lied About Everything) and goodness.... they weren't expecting this! If you'd like to join us over on Patreon, go to www.patreon.com/theaffair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 29 · 1 hr 4 min
'My Wife Left Me After 30 Years of Marriage... For a Waiter We Met on Holiday'
When Andrew and his family went on holiday, we could never have imagined how a chance meeting with a waiter would turn his family's life upside down. If you'd like to be part of our Patreon community, you can find out more here: www.patreon.com/theaffair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 29 · 37 sec
The Affair... is now on Patreon!
The Affair... with Anna Williamson is now on Patreon! Nothing will change on our regular feed, you'll still get episodes of the Affair, free to listen to. By becoming a Patreon member, you'll receive the following benefits: Early Ad-Free Access to Episodes including the new catch-up episodes of 'The Affair... What Happened Next?' Extra Content: 'Anna Reacts' - After each new episode, Anna talks directly to Patreon members about the story they just heard and what she took away from it Blog Posts featuring current Affair stories in the press Community Chat - A place to discuss the stories you hear, share problems and discuss topics linked to infidelity And keep an eye out for our first live zoom with Anna and Producer Naomi in our very first 'Ask Anna' - exclusively for Patreon members, happening later this year. Membership is less than a cup of coffee, just £3 per month and really helps us to continue to make the show, bringing you more episodes. If you'd like to join us, just head over to www.patreon.com/theaffair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 28 · 37 sec
The Affair.... IS BACK!
'The Affair... with Anna Williamson' is back for 16 brand new episodes plus 16 new episodes of 'The Affair... What Happened Next?' New episodes start on Tuesday 30th of June wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
April 20 · 58 min
'My Affair Got Me Out of My Emotionless Marriage'
In the last episode of series 4, Grace is here to tell her story. She had an affair after years of feeling emotionally neglected in her relationship and now she's here to ask Anna how to move on from both her marriage and her affair partner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
April 13 · 1 hr 24 min
'My Boyfriend Ghosted Me After Our Baby Was Born... And Then I Learnt The Truth'
In this episode, Jade tells Anna about her relationship with her ex-partner. They had a baby and then he vanished. So she reached out to his parents on social media.... and it was then that she discovered that everything she had been told was a lie.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
April 6 · 1 hr 12 min
'I Left My Cheating Husband... And Then I Became The Other Woman'
When Kay's husband confessed to cheating on her, she knew that their marriage was over. She filled for divorce and wasn't thinking about a new relationship. But then she met a man at work, a man who told her he was single. The started an intimate relationship but she'd soon discover, she wasn't the only one.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
March 30 · 1 hr 4 min
'My Husband Had An Affair With His Lesbian Best Friend'
When Kat's husband told her that he had a new client, she was happy that they seemed to become friends. He told her she had a wife and children and she hoped they could become friends too. But Kat started having suspicions that they were more than just friends... and she'd soon realise that her instincts had been right all along. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
March 24 · 1 hr 3 min
'I Had An Affair with My Friend's Husband'
When Samantha's husband started to become cold and distant, her self-esteem plummeted. So when her friend's husband started to show her attention, she ended up in an affair. Samantha's here to tell Anna about her experience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
March 17 · 1 hr 4 min
'My Child Told Me About My Husband's Affair'
When Libby met her husband, she thought she had her happily ever after. But after the birth of their first child, Libby, like many women, struggled with her new identity. Her husband didn't give her support and she felt isolated and alone. After their second child was born, she received a text from her husband, to tell her he wanted to end their marriage. But then her five-year-old child told her something that would change her life forever.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
March 10 · 52 min
S4 EP2: 'My Affair Partner's Leaving His Wife For Me'
In this episode, Tanya tells Anna about her on-going affair. Tanya gave her affair partner an ultimatum - he needed to leave his wife by a specific date in February 2026 or their relationship was over. That date was 2 days before the recording of this episode and Tanya is here to unpack her affair with Anna and reveal the outcome, did he leave his wife or is the affair over? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
March 3 · 58 min
S4 Ep1: 'My Wife Told Me She'd Stopped Her Affair... But She Hadn't'
When Richard moved abroad from the UK to start a new business, his girlfriend followed him. They got married, had 2 children and life was good. But then he discovered that his wife had been having an affair with a man she worked with and his world fell apart. She told him she'd stop the affair and Richard hoped they could get past her infidelity. But then he discovered that the affair was still going on. On this episode, Richard is here to talk to Anna about his experience as one question lingers... Can Richard and his wife save their marriage? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.