LDS Dating

We had a baby! Hooray! So we haven't had time to record and publish new episodes, Sorry! Be sure to send us your dating questions and we will answer them as soon as we're back!

We discuss the situation of being in a serious relationship with someone who is less active and does not want to be involved with the church.

Stuck in friend zone limbo. When he’s wanting to date, I’m unavailable. When I’m wanting to date, he’s unavailable. It’s been years! We have always just been friends. How do we finally escape the friend zone? Or should we just move on?

In this very serious episode we start off talking about basic dating safety and having a plan of escape if you are having an unpleasant date. From there we go into the heavy topic of worst case scenarios (date rape) and how to prepare for them, so you can avoid them entirely, or when cornered put up a fight!

Are you ready to commit and stay committed? Or should you break things off and enjoy getting to know other people? "I have a boyfriend, but someone else asked me out and I want to say yes. What should I do?"

What can you do to not feel nervous about a date?

Today we talk about what to do if you've already said "yes" to a date and then a more appealing alternative presents him/herself

Today we answer the question: The person I'm dating says "I don't know how to love" What do I do? As well as some exciting news about new podcasts!

We go a little deep this week to try an answer the question "Why is the Law of Chastity SO important?"

The LDS Dating podcast is all about YOU and your dating questions! We really need you to send in questions you have around dating so that we can keep making episodes that have value for you! For now though, we will be switching to a one episode a week format, every Thursday, so make sure […]

As a teenager, what characteristics should you look for in a date? As a YSA, dating more seriously, what qualities should you be looking for in people you choose to date?

We interview Dr. Mark Ogletree (BYU Associate Professor) about his new book "Preparing for your Celestial Marriage". We cover some of the key points addressed in the book, some of the most prevalent issues that come up in the LDS dating world, and talk about the process of writing and publishing a book.

In today's episode we discuss the subtle (but not TOO subtle) art of getting a date without outright asking for one.

An interesting question this week about the right timing to bring someone to meet the family. When is too soon? When is juuuust right? We discuss and try to find that Goldielocks moment to introduce that special someone to the family

Usually it is just expected for the guy to foot the bill, but what he is the one that got asked out and didn’t plan the date? Should he be expected to offer to pay? Is it ok for the girl to insist on paying?

Someone you asked out said they were “too busy” right now. How do you know when to try again, or if they are just making excuses to avoid saying no

Rejection is brutal. But sometimes it should be done to avoid wasting one another’s time. In this episode we discuss the best way to reject a date.

In this special definitions episode, we answer some of those awkward clarifying chastity questions.

Have you been attracting good, wholesome dates few and far between? In this episode, we discuss how your appearance can make all the difference.

Are you first kiss ready? In this episode, we talk about what a kiss means, as well as what you should know and feel for someone before kissing them.

We talk about the one-sidedness of Valentine’s Day, Defining The Relationship beforehand, and 6 romance tips for the big day!

These could be your future in-laws for all you know! It’s a hugely important meeting. What to say?! What to do?! Let us give you some pointers.

The first date went so well. Now when is the optimal timing for asking for another? Balance is key! Don’t wait too long.

We discuss the three P’s of dating: Planned, Paid for, and Paired off.

Ever had a girl chasing you that you just had no interest in? How do you drop the hint, or sent a clear message, to her that it just isn’t going to happen?

Near, far, where ever you areeeee! Today we talk about long distance relationships. Can love conquer distance? Should it?

The end of a date can be fraught with anticipation, anxiety, and awkwardness: Will there be an awkward goodbye? A hug? Kiss? Acceptance or refusal of another date? The real question is how can you prepare yourself to cut through the awkward and get your desired ending.

Getting down to the basics with some definitions of and opinions on Dating and Flirting

Worried about getting the signal across to your date that you had a good time and want to go out again?

Times have changed and so have the ways you can ask someone out. Is texting a good way to do it? Find out what we think…

Should a girl ask a guy on a date?

We are migrating the LDS Dating podcast to a new hosting service, so while we should have a new episode up for you next Thursday, you may notice some weird things happening with the podcast feed, like all the old episodes being re-downloaded, or if you don’t see any new episodes you might need to […]

Is it OK to date your friend’s ex? The Good, bad, and ugly of it!

An introduction to the LDS Dating podcast. Carri and Bobby are your hosts as we give dating advise, tips, and answer your dating questions