Dear Jill with Jill Halfpenny
Do you have a burning question and need advice? Asking questions out loud is the first step toward finding answers, whether it’s about coping with loss, understanding why everyone loves Taylor Swift except you, or discovering your purpose and what really makes you tick!
With a career spanning stage and screen and a life marked by profound personal experiences, Jill brings an unfiltered approach to life's most complex questions.
Every Tuesday, Jill is here to offer her perspective on any question you have, big or small. Jill answers listener dilemmas that are sent in via voice notes, including speaking to one caller, live from their Newcastle based studio. She’s also on a journey of curiosity and learning alongside you. While she won’t claim to have all the answers, Jill promises to provide honest and thoughtful insights, in a space where questions are explored together.
Have a dilemma you want to share? Send us a voice note on Instagram @DearJillPodcast
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- Update frequency
- every 9 days
- Average duration
- 35 minutes
- Episodes
- 29
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Why Me? How To Deal With Self Blame
Why does it always happen to me? Trust me it's not ONLY you! Jill Halfpenny is back answering your dilemmas from choosing a pet or baby? How to deal with an abusive past and having healthy relationsh…
How To Deal With Anxiety? Being More Present!
Do you believe in messages from the higher side of life? In this Episode, Jill explains the importance of being present, which is not always as straightforward when dealing with what life throws at u…
I Have Cheated! Should I Own Up Or Lie?
How serious do you take life? That’s the question Jill Halfpenny is asking you today on Dear Jill. Are you able to let go? Or do you hold on a little too tight? Jill is here to answer your dilemma’s,…
How To Let Go: What Do I Do With The Physical Belongings Of Someone I've Lost?
Today on Dear Jill, Jill Halfpenny chats about the wisdom she has taken from working with some of the older greats in acting after working with Gavin & Stacey Star Larry Lamb. Jill is here to answer …
Should Women Propose: Will My Partner Feel Threatened?
We are 6 months through the year and Jill reflects on goals setting. Jill answers your dilemma's including cheating and feeling paranoid, to marriage and how important your name is. Jill also discuss…
How To Explain Death To Children And The Questions They Might Ask
In this Episode we hear Jill explain the importance of communication with your child and how we should not be afraid to talk about loved ones who have passed in front of them. Jill also debates the t…
Arguing about Inheritance: Does Money Change People?
Jill is here to answer your Dilemma’s big and small. From In-laws excluding family members to how fair your family was growing up. Jill explains the importance of both having a shoulder to cry on an…
I Have Lost My Identity As I Get Older, How Do I Start My Life Again?
In this episode Jill gives us the low down when it comes to filming. Chatting how filming schedules work and what to do when you feel like the new girl. Jill shares her top tips for feeling confident…
How To Grieve A Person I Did Not Know: Complex Grief With Jill Halfpenny
Today on Dear Jill we hear from those at different stages of grief. From Grieving a tricky relationship with your father to what grieving a partner’s passing without the marriage title feels like. Ji…
‘I Wish They Hated Me’ When Is The Right Time To End A Relationship?
In this episode of Dear Jill, Jill opens up about when to leave a relationship even though it is going to hurt and putting your life first instead of delaying for others. Jill also answers your dilem…
Leaving A Controlling Relationship And Why You Should NEVER Go Back
Jill is here answering yet more of your dilemmas from wanting to get kinky in the bedroom to worrying your friend is taking things too far. Jill also chats about her time in Calendar Girls and the ti…
Am I Coping Too Well? Stages Of Grieving a Loved One
Jill is here to answer your dilemma's big and small. This week Jill chats about trust in a relationship, calling out red flags in the workplace and how if you are struggling to get work, what can you…
How To Deal With Losing My Mum: Grieving This Mother Day
It’s our Mother’s Day Special of Dear Jill. In this week's episode we hear about your dilemma’s with your own Mum’s, Mam’s and Mom’s. How Mother in laws can be the making and breaking of a relationsh…
Judgement, Juggling Communication and 'It's Just Stealing 1 Glass'
Solitude, Self Care and Sometimes Needing to Lie
Adult Guilt, Group Chats and Guiding New Careers
Gut Feelings, Enjoying the Moment and Eremition
Power Playlists, Painting Plates and Processing Grief
Surprise Sexy Time, Love Languages and Fiancé Football Feuds