Show Notes
It's 2026 and a new seasons of MAFS is upon us!
This episode was recorded last year, and I’ve been holding onto it ever since - because I knew the right moment would come. And with the new season of Married at First Sight airing this week, it feels like perfect timing.
Today on Pop Therapy (The Curious Life Podcast when this was recorded), I’m joined by former MAFS bride Carina Mirabile, for a conversation that’s warm, honest, and far more reflective than you might expect from the world of reality TV. Carina opens up about who she was before the cameras, her love of travel and new experiences, and the deep family values that have shaped her. We talk about connection, relationships, and the quiet ways we grow in our twenties and thirties - especially when life takes an unexpected turn.
We get into the Paul of it all - if you recall, it was a big moment on Australian TV and started a lot of conversations about family violence and red flags.
This is a conversation about self-discovery, love, and stepping into a new chapter… even when you don’t know what the next page will hold.
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Content warning: This episode discusses domestic and family violence, emotional abuse and mental health.
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses domestic and family violence, including allegations of physical assault and strangulation.
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