Velvets Edge

ABC’s sudden cancellation of a season of The Bachelorette sparked a wave of reactions—but this conversation goes deeper than headlines. Kelly sits down with relationship expert and former TV executive Jackie Dorman to unpack what this moment reveals about modern dating. From how media shapes the way we view relationships to why so many people repeat the same red flags, this episode explores the patterns that keep showing up in our love lives. They talk through how past toxic relationships can influence current choices, why emotional healing matters before entering something new, and what real accountability actually looks like—both in dating and in the way we respond to it publicly. Visit Jackie's website: JackieDorman.com Follow Jackie on Instagram: @JackieDormanOfficial Pre-Order Jackie's newest book, Modern Dating Sucks HERE!   Watch The Velvet's Edge on YouTube! Email us: theedge@velvetsedge.com TikTok: @velvetsedge Follow the podcast on Instagram: @VelvetsEdgePodcast