Podcasts about Dating

In the depths of ancient Jericho, beneath layers of earth dating back 10,000 years, archaeologists uncovered something extraordinary: human skulls cast in plaster, their faces carefully reconstructed and their eyes set with shells. Who were these haunting figures meant to represent?In this episode of The Ancients, Tristan Hughes is joined by archaeologist Raven Todd DaSilva to explore the mysterious plastered skulls of Jericho. Dating to the Neolithic period, these striking objects reveal complex beliefs about memory, identity and the dead in some of the world's earliest farming communities. How were they made? What did they mean? And why did this unusual practice spread across the Levant? Join us to dive into one of prehistory's most compelling archaeological discoveries.MOREJericho:Listen on AppleListen on Spotify Origins of the Inuit:Listen on AppleListen on Spotify Watch this episode on our YouTube channel: @TheAncientsPodcastPresented by Tristan Hughes. Audio editor is Aidan Lonergan. The producer is Joseph Knight. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.All music courtesy of Epidemic SoundsThe Ancients is a History Hit podcast.Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe. You can take part in our listener survey here:https://insights.historyhit.com/history-hit-podcast-always-on Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shaun Galanos aka The Love Drive is back on the pod and we are fighting! Well, not really but we discuss my strict dating program and what he agrees or disagrees with. It's a fun one!Get More We Met At Acme!Youtube: @wemetatacmeIG: @lindzmetz @wemetatacme @wemetatbabySubstack: @wemetatacme + @wemetatbabyWebsite: @wemetatacmeSponsorsRefresh your wardrobe with Quince. Don't wait. Go to Quince.com/acme for free shipping on your order and 365 day returnsIf you're in the market for a beautiful new sofa, dining table, or bed, head over to article.comUse code ACME at monarch.com for half off your first year.Secure 20% off your order and begin your intentional wellness journey today at piquelife.com/ACMEVisit chase.com/hyattoffer to learn more.Chapters05:34 Dating in 2026: Instagram Rules, Red Flags & Phone Privacy11:36 First-Date Etiquette Debates: Seats, Towels, Kids, TikTok & Second Locations25:30 Dating “Cut” List: Periods, Doors, Dancing & Walking You Home29:24 Listener Q&A: Sex Timing, Orgasms, and “If He Wanted To, He Would”38:47 Trauma, Sobriety & Psychedelic Journeys + Final Cuts & Wrap-UpProduced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dating may feel harder, but has it truly gotten harder in the last 10 years? Julie is breaking down her hypothesis that what we do know is that it sure has gotten a heck of a lot noisier! Between social media, AI, and well-meaning friends, she discusses how this has causes an influx of overthinking in dating instead of leading with connection. She talks about what we can do to reclaim our intuition and learn to trust yourself again. We're going to deep dive even further into this concept of self trust on a future episode, but hope this is the lightbulb moment that can help many of you today start to tune out the noise. Enjoy!

Robby Hoffman jokes about dating in her Netflix special, "Wake Up".

Our friend Becca joins the show for a long overdue interview seeing as Melisa and Becca go way, way back. Becca shares her story of experiencing multiple losses in her life, multiple marriages (to the same man!), a sexual awakening courtesy of a former teacher -- and her journey to coming to terms with her sexuality. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support.

How do you know if you're ready to become exclusive? Ask yourself these five important questions before you stop dating others.►Please subscribe/rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/lastfirstdateradio ►If you're feeling stuck in dating and relationships and would like to find your last first date, sign up for a complimentary 45-minute breakthrough session with Sandy https://lastfirstdate.com/application ►Join Your Last First Date on Facebook https://facebook.com/groups/yourlastfirstdate ►Get Sandy's books, Becoming a Woman of Value; How to Thrive in Life and Love https://bit.ly/womanofvaluebook , Choice Points in Dating https://amzn.to/3jTFQe9 and Love at Last https://amzn.to/4erpj7C ►Get FREE coaching on the podcast! https://bit.ly/LFDradiocoaching ►FREE download: “Top 10 Reasons Why Men Suddenly Pull Away” http://bit.ly/whymendisappear ►FREE download: “The Green Light Guide to Dating After 50” https://lastfirstdate.com/green-light-guide/ ►Group Coaching: https://lastfirstdate.com/the-woman-of-value-club/ ►Website → https://lastfirstdate.com/ ► Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/lastfirstdate1/ ►Get Amazon Music Unlimited FREE for 30 days at https://getamazonmusic.com/lastfirstdate  

Captain Vito, who wants to spend his golden years sailing the world, is not sure he should marry his land-loving girlfriend. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.comFollow me on social media:Facebook.com/DrLauraInstagram.com/DrLauraProgramYouTube.com/DrLauraJoin My Family!!Receive my Weekly Newsletter + 20% off my Marriage 101 course & 25% off Merch! Sign up now, it's FREE!Each week you'll get new articles, featured emails from listeners, special event invitations, early access to my Dr. Laura Designs Store benefiting Children of Fallen Patriots, and MORE! Sign up at DrLaura.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we review "Dating With a Purpose," which is an IFB purity culture dating manual targeted at teens and young adults in the IFB and at Hyles-Anderson college. It was written by Jack Schaap, who later went to prison for sexually abusing a child who was a student at the high school where he was chaplain.We also discuss Dr. James Dobson of Focus on the Family's appearance in the Epstein files, and why abusers love purity culture so much.Support the show by going to Patreon.Com/LeavingEdenPodcast!Join our discord server!https://discord.gg/aneFkUJuJoin our subreddit!Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusBluesky:@leavingedenpodcast.bsky.social@hellyeahsadie.bsky.social@gavihacohen.bsky.socialTikTok:@LeavingEdenPodcast@SadieCarpenter1Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/Subscribe to Leaving Eden Podcast on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ4q94gAnsoW2jME4SvVrrQJoin our Patreon for extended, uncensored, and ad-free versions of most of our episodes, as well as other patron perks and bonus content!https://www.patreon.com/LeavingEdenPodcastJoin our Facebook group to join in the discussion with other fans!https://www.facebook.com/groups/edenexodusJoin our subreddit! Reddit.com/r/EdenExodusBluesky:@leavingedenpodcast.bsky.social@hellyeahsadie.bsky.social@gavihacohen.bsky.socialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leavingedenpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/sadiecarpentermusic/https://www.instagram.com/gavrielhacohen/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send a textAfter observing the perils of the current dating culture, including the premature sexualization of children and sexual involvement of young people and the push toward cohabitation and “trying it out,” Hannah Miller's parents, Robert and Carlotta Jackson, delineated some general principles in their search for a way to help their children find a mate. Of course, the choice is left up to the couple when all is said and done, but parents, family, advisors and/or accountability partners, can help along the way with objectively  examining the life of the other interested young lady or young man, especially if the person is unknown to the family. By embracing the process, Hannah's sister Rebecca and her husband Josh Shrom describe on this podcast how it looked for them as well as the joy and fun on the journey. Support the showhttps://www.thehannahmillershow.com/podcasts/https://bobslone.com/contact/bob@bobslone.com

Valentine's Day is either the horniest holiday of the year… or a corporate psyop designed to sell you a giant teddy bear. In this special, Mandii Rose helps me answer the only question that matters: is V-Day still sexy, or did we all get too tired? We get into what to do when you want the night to actually hit—gift ideas, toys, and the kind of simple moves that turn “date night” into “OMFG.”Then Mandii takes us behind the curtain: her mainstream work, her cam-world insanity, and the wildest stuff she's dealt with on fan platforms. She also teases what she's cooking up for Valentine's content, her new scene with Mick Blue, and yes—we go where Sex Party always goes: DP talk, group-scene curiosity, and why certain experiences rewired her brain in the best way possible. Happy VDay and enjoy "Roses Are Red" The 2026 Valentine's Day Special.  Watch the video version of the show on YouTube YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIuCkOl_XummXVdu1t3XOuQFollow Mandii RoseInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mand_iirose (@mand_iirose)Follow the showInstagram: https://instagram.com/sexparty.fm (@sexparty.fm)Twitter: https://twitter.com/sexpartyfm (@sexpartyfm)Follow Dustin Instagram: https://instagram.com/dustin.rybka (@dustin.rybka)Twitter: https://twitter.com/dustinrybka (@dustinrybka)Sex Party with Dustin Rybka

This episode is for singles and married women! Allie and Christian Bevere discuss the importance of intentionality in the dating and marriage journey. Christian shares her experience of praying for her future husband from age 21, which led to her meeting and marrying her husband at 23. They emphasize the significance of infusing prayers with scripture and the value of accountability. Christian highlights the transformative power of prayer in her life and marriage and the need for faith and hope, especially for those who have been waiting long periods. Allie and Christian also touch on the challenges of modern dating and the benefits of a community-based courting system. At the end of the day, the ultimate pursuit should be after godliness in dating, marriage, and parenting. Share the Arrows 2026 is on October 10 in Dallas, Texas! Tickets are on sale now at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sharethearrows.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy Allie's book "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.toxicempathy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — Timecodes: (00:00) Intro (02:25) Praying for Your Future Husband (09:00) Mistakes while Dating (16:55) Pursuit of Godliness (24:15) Dating & Marriage Story (33:05) Perspectives on Dating (43:10) Prayers Answered (55:00) Praying for Your Current Husband — Today's Sponsors: Seven Weeks Coffee | Go to ⁠⁠SevenWeeksCoffee.com⁠⁠ and save 15% forever when you subscribe, plus get a free gift with your order! And exclusively, use code ALLIE for an extra 10% off your first order. Good Ranchers | If you go to ⁠⁠GoodRanchers.com⁠⁠ and subscribe to any of their boxes of 100% American meat, you'll save up to $500 a year! Plus, if you use the code ALLIE, you'll get an additional $25 off your first order. PreBorn | 100% of your donation will go toward saving babies. Will you help us? Just dial #250 and say the keyword BABY. Or donate securely at ⁠⁠⁠PreBorn.com/ALLIE⁠⁠⁠. Geviti | Go to ⁠⁠GoGeviti.com/Allie⁠⁠ and use code ALLIE for 20% off. Taking care of yourself isn't selfish. It's stewardship. Alliance Defending Freedom | Visit ⁠⁠⁠JoinADF.com/Allie⁠⁠⁠ or text ALLIE to 83848 to sign the statement of support for Moody Bible Institute. — Relevant Episodes: Ep 1116 | Women Preachers, The Roots of Feminism, & Battling Eating Disorders | Guest: Lisa Bevere ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1116-women-preachers-the-roots-of-feminism/id1359249098?i=1000681465777⁠ Ep 683 | How to Date, Marry, and Parent Biblically | Guest: John Mason ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-683-how-to-date-marry-and-parent-biblically-guest/id1359249098?i=1000580345749⁠ Ep 1140 | What Christian Men Look For in a Woman | Guest: Timothy Stuckey (Chief Relatabro) ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1140-what-christian-men-look-for-in-a-woman/id1359249098?i=1000691988398⁠ Ep 1243 | Gen Z Wants Authentic Faith. Here's What They Need to Know | Madi Prewett Troutt ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relatable-with-allie-beth-stuckey/id1359249098?i=1000727538533⁠ — Buy Allie's book "You're Not Enough (and That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.alliebethstuckey.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Relatable merchandise: Use promo code ALLIE10 for a discount: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Galentine's Day! Comedian and best friend Sasheer Zamata (SNL, Best Friends) returns to the podcast to celebrate the most important relationship of all: female friendship. They do a quick catch up on Sasheer's love life, learn the origins and meaning behind Galentine's Day, and discuss the intimacy of female friendships that you just can't get from a romantic partner. They share some of their favorite Valentine's Day activities, and recount some of their recent dates together, including getting their tarot cards read, taking a jewelry making class and the time they got too high and went to Burger King.Watch this episode on our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@WhyWontYouDateMePodcastFollow:All Links: linktr.ee/whywontyoudatemeTour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastakenYouTube: @WhyWontYouDateMePodcastTikTok: @whywontyoudatemepod Instagram: @nicolebyerX: @nicolebyerNicole's book, #VERYFAT #VERYBRAVE: indiebound.org/book/9781524850746This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertise on Why Won't You Date Me? via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is celebrating Valentine's Day a basic expectation, or optional? Jared and Matchmaker Maria unpack a petty or prudent situation where a woman uses an entire couples spa gift card on herself after her boyfriend refuses to acknowledge Valentine's Day at all. J & MM break down how attitude is everything in dating and why showing up authentically matters, especially for Gen Z. They also share what to do if you've been seeing someone for one day versus a few months for Valentine's Day. Then, a listener asks how to tell a guy she wants to wait to have sex, without killing attraction, right before their first Valentine's Day together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedians Becky Robinson and Nicky Paris join Jeff and Shane to talk about Becky's new comedy show entrance and food delivery illness. Plus, Becky gets hat-fished by a one-night stand.  • • • Want more Jeff Lewis? Click here to sign up for 3 free months of SiriusXM and listen weekdays to "Jeff Lewis Live" from 12-2pE/9-11aP on Radio Andy Channel 102. Plus, tune into The Jeff Lewis Channel for even more Jeff content streaming exclusively on the SiriusXM app channel 789.• • • Host - Jeff LewisGuests - Becky Robinson, Nicky Paris, & Shane DouglasSenior Director – Lisa MantineoDirector - Alyssa HeimrichSenior Producer & Editor - Jamison ScalaAssociate Producer – Oscar Beltran Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are your friendships or relationships feeling unaligned, unclear, or just plain confusing? Are you doing the work but still not experiencing the depth of connection you truly crave?Right now, we're in the midst of a collective relationship reckoning. In this potent episode, Jessica breaks down why manifesting love, intimacy, and deep friendship can feel harder than ever—and why it's reflecting the exact parts of you that are ready to be healed.If you're feeling romantically adrift, unseen, or wondering why your dream partner or soul-aligned friendships haven't arrived yet, this episode will help unlock your next step forward. It's not just about recognizing patterns; it's about stepping into the version of you who can say no to what no longer fits, stay regulated in the face of fear, and source your worth from within.With real expander stories and powerful energetic reframes, this episode is a must-listen if you're ready to deepen your relationships from a place of embodied self-love.Find the complete show notes here -> https://tobemagnetic.com/expanded-podcast Resources: Return to Magic - 15 Day Manifestation ChallengeA 15-day guided journey to reparent your inner child, reconnect with your magic, and step into this new year as your most confident, regulated, and magnetic self yet. Join our membership to access! (It's not too late to join in. 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This process helps you reprogram limiting beliefs at the subconscious level so you can create the life most aligned with your authenticity.Each week, we take you inside the TBM practice to help you expand your subconscious to believe what you desire is possible. Through expert interviews, thought leader conversations, TBM teachings, and real member success stories, you'll learn how to: – Rewire your subconscious mind and step into your worth – Heal your inner child and integrate shadow work – Set boundaries, strengthen intuition, and reclaim self-worth – Manifest relationships, careers, abundance, and experiences that align with your true selfWith over than 40 million downloads and a global community in over 100 countries, Expanded has become the gold standard in manifestation content. 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Love in the time of AI? Some people seeking romance or friendship are turning to AI chatbots to fulfill those desires, but could they surpass traditional human relationships? Those who say they can argue that AI can offer empathy and safety, and it's a solution for those left out of traditional dating. Those saying they can't argue that intimacy is complicated and cannot be replicated in code. Now we debate: Could Dating an AI Be Better Than Dating a Human?  Arguing Yes: Thao Ha, Associate Professor of Psychology and Director of the @HEART Lab at Arizona State University    Arguing No: Justin Garcia, Executive Director & Senior Scientist at the Kinsey Institute; Chief Scientific Advisor to Match.com; Author of "The Intimate Animal"  Nayeema Raza, Journalist and Host of "Smart Girl Dumb Questions", is the guest moderator.  Join the conversation on Substack—share your perspective on this episode and subscribe to our weekly newsletter for curated insights from our debaters, moderators, and staff.  Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, Facebook, and TikTok to stay connected with our mission and ongoing debates.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thousands of students at Stanford are obsessing over Date Drop, a new platform that uses AI to match singles based on compatibility. WSJ's Jasmine Li joins us to break it down. Plus, WSJ consumer goods reporter Aimee Look sits down with Belle Lin to talk about why tariffs are jumpstarting a boom in the American used electronics market. Isabelle Bousquette hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're stuck people pleasing, over explaining, apologizing too much, scanning everyone's mood, and saying yes fast then resenting it later, this episode breaks down what's really happening and why it feels so hard to stop. You'll learn how people pleasing often forms as a nervous system survival strategy, the fawn response, where being agreeable once meant safety, approval, or belonging. We talk through the root causes, conditional love, performance conditioning, fear of conflict, and why setting a boundary can trigger guilt, anxiety, and an intense urge to fix, rescue, or smooth things over. You'll also get practical tools to recover from people pleasing without turning cold or selfish, including regulation skills, grounding, breathing, and simple boundary language that's short, calm, and clear. The focus is rebuilding self trust, making your yes mean something again, and ending the cycle of obligation, burnout, and resentment in relationships. If you struggle with saying no to family, a partner, friends, or coworkers, and you want a clear framework for boundaries, emotional safety, and confident communication, this episode will give you what to listen for in yourself, and what to do next.Disclaimer: We are not professionals. This podcast is opinioned based and from life experience. This is for entertainment purposes only. Opinions helped by our guests may not reflect our own. But we love a good conversation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/2-be-better--5828421/support.

Josh loves his job as a full-time novelist, but writing and working from home don't give him many opportunities to meet people. So he decides to try a dating site and connects with a woman named Hannah. After months of conversation and growing closer, Hannah tells Josh about her cryptocurrency investments and encourages him to invest as well. Over time, he puts in more than $100,000 and watches his money grow. When he tries to withdraw money from his account, it is frozen and Hannah disappears. Panicked, Josh searches for help online and finds a company that claims to trace and recover stolen crypto funds. The tragedy only deepens when he turns to family for help paying the company's fees.  

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Despite an explosion of dating apps and social media that seemingly make it easier to meet people, rates of marriage and couples living together have steadily decreased since 1990, according to the Pew Research Center. For singles looking for a relationship, dating is even harder than meeting potential partners. So, how do you go from the meet-cute to a lasting relationship? We'll talk with coaches and experts about whether dating is becoming a lost art and how to improve your dating game. Guests: Myisha Battle, sex and dating coach, host of KCRW's "How's Your Sex Life" podcast; author of "This Is Supposed to Be Fun: Finding Joy In Hooking Up, Settling Down, and Everything In Between" and the upcoming "Sexual Pleasure For Dummies." Daniel Yi, co-host, "I Hate Dating Apps" podcast Lauren Josephine, dating coach; author, "Looking for Something Serious" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello, my loves! I am so incredibly happy to be back in your ears. After over 250 episodes of sharing tips and tools for manifesting your dream life, it felt like the perfect time for our community to grow even deeper.Welcome to the very first episode of our new phase: Emyrald Dallas Dating.I've been working on something special behind the scenes because I realized what's been missing from our conversations: the masculine perspective! To help us bridge that gap, I am so excited to introduce you to a dear friend and brilliant colleague, Dallas Bluth.In this heartfelt "re-premiere," we're chatting about:Why We're Growing: How bringing the masculine and feminine perspectives together at the same table will help you master the art of modern dating like never before.Introducing Dallas: Get to know the man behind the mission—Dallas shares his heart for helping men build real confidence and deeper connections.The Art of Modern Courtship: We're taking our connection beyond the audio! Learn about our live monthly events where we all gather to dive into these topics together.Your Voice Matters: We want to hear from you. We've set up a special spot on our website for you to share your questions so we can answer them right here on the show.To all of you who have been with me for the last 250+ episodes—thank you from the bottom of my heart for being part of this journey. And if you're joining us for the first time, we are so glad you're here.Grab a cup of tea, get cozy, and let's jump into this new journey together!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/emyrald-dallas-dating--3487965/support.Thanks for listening to Emyrald Dallas Dating — the podcast bridging the gap between men and women in modern dating.If this episode resonated, be sure to subscribe, rate, and leave a review. It helps more people find conversations that lead to more successful dating and lasting love.Want to experience this work live?Join us for The Art of Modern Courtship, a live virtual experience with coaching and personalized support to help you navigate modern dating with clarity and confidence.

On today's episode I chat with Keith and Courtney, cohosts of the podcast Tripping Over Love. Keith is licensed therapist and a Level 3 IFS Consultant, and Courtney is journalist and podcaster. They joined me to share their beautiful, messy love story. We dive into the courage it takes to start over, the "trauma" of the dating apps, and how they've used Internal Family Systems (IFS) and psychedelics to navigate the "breakups, breakdowns, and breakthroughs" of their relationship . We discuss: Starting relationships with truth instead of performance. Radical transparency — "starting with the ending" — as a foundation for trust. Why telling the truth early can save a relationship later. Loving someone while still grieving a past life. Speaking for parts instead of from them in moments of conflict. Finding the courage to try again after loss and heartbreak. Dating is messy: Getting honest about the "thrift store shopping" energy of dating apps. The difference between loving someone and being "in love." IFS as "four-wheel drive": Turning toward the model when relationships get stuck. How psychedelic-assisted journeys helped unlock grief — and create space to love again. Extended Interview At the end of our chat, I asked them each for one piece of advice for couples. This extended interviews is available for paid subscribers over on The One Inside Substack.  Connect with Keith and Courtney: Podcast: Tripping Over Love Substack About The One Inside I started this podcast to help spread IFS out into the world and make the model more accessible to everyone. Seven years later, that's still at the heart of all we do.  Join The One Inside Substack community for bonus conversations, extended interviews, meditations, and more. Find Self-Led merch at The One Inside store. Listen to episodes and watch clips on YouTube. Follow me on Instagram @ifstammy or on Facebook at The One Inside with Tammy Sollenberger. I co-create The One Inside with Jeff Schrum, a Level 2 IFS practitioner and coach. Resources New to IFS? My book, The One Inside: Thirty Days to Your Authentic Self, is a great place to start. Want a free meditation? Sign up for my email list and get "Get to Know a Should Part" right away. Sponsorship Want to sponsor an episode of The One Inside? Email Tammy. 

This Valentines Day, Taren drags us through the dating histories of three famous Disney couples: Mickey and Minnie, Donald and Daisy, and Clarabelle and Goofy. That last one threw us, too. Plus, Ryan from Puny Pod joins us to talk about his brand new podcast, Fantasyland Draft League, available everywhere! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's MJ Morning Show:Former HR director caught on kiss-cam now a keynote speakerMorons in the newsWoman poisoned husband, then wrote a book on how to handle griefIce creamHow's my driving on back of truck caught speedingHair extensions containing cancer causing chemicalsValentine's Day Olive Garden traditionHow many have actually experienced passionate love, and how many timesPrice of roses up this Valentine's DayStudy - cities with the highest risk of heartbreakMost romantic restaurantsRed and green flags during datingTipping on dates... we took callsGuthrie updatesRumor that El Cap is closing is not trueGrillsmithWalmart is hiring thousands at 90K per yearFriday the 13thJames van der Beek Gofundme celebrity donationsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

City releases proposed speeding camera locations — will they get drivers to slow down? (0:30) Dating ‘Ick’ 101: What minor thing has made someone automatically unattractive to you? (16:21) Gio Cucina Napoletana brings Southern Italian cuisine to the San Fernando Valley (36:33) FilmWeek: ‘Wuthering Heights,’ ‘Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die,’ ‘Crime 101,’ and more! (51:50) Feature: How the Train Dreams’ director and cinematographer created its reflective mood (1:21:34) Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency

No one becomes a doctor or an attorney overnight. It takes years of hard work and perseverance. The same is true of being a good spouse. Much like your professional life, the work you put into being a good spouse should start long before you're married. Today, you'll be reminded that being married and healthy begins by being single and healthy.  

Valentine's Day can make singleness feel louder than usual. But what if this season isn't about waiting — it's about preparation?In this special episode, I share 3 ways to intentionally prepare for marriage as a single woman who desires a godly relationship. We talk mindset shifts, dating with clarity, emotional readiness, and becoming the woman you're asking God to bless.You'll also hear a live Q&A where I answer honest questions about dating, standards, and how to stay hopeful.This conversation was recorded during our first-ever live taping at a Galentine's celebration — a room full of women choosing growth in their single season.Because you're not just single.You're in preparation.Pray while you wait with Future Husband, Present Prayers and trust God with your love story with the Dear Future Husband Prayer Journal. Pre-order both at www.christianbevere.com

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Dating can start to feel confusing when attraction keeps pulling you toward the same kinds of outcomes, even when you know you want something deeper. In this episode, we slow the conversation down and look at what attraction is really pointing to beneath the surface. We talk about the difference between chasing a checklist and recognizing character, and why many women find themselves drawn to qualities that do not actually create the relationship they want. In this episode, we discuss:- The difference between attraction to outcomes versus attraction to character and principles- Why focusing only on conventional attractiveness can cause you to miss emotionally available partners- How attraction can grow through emotional safety, integrity, and shared values- The concept of limerence and how it can distort attraction signals- Why instant chemistry is not always a reliable indicator of compatibility- The role of nervous system safety in attraction and connection- Moving out of transactional dating patterns and into value based connection#ForTheLoveOfMenPodcast #DatingWithIntention #FeminineEnergy #MasculineEnergy #HealthyRelationships #EmotionalAvailability #ConsciousDating #AttractionPsychology #RelationshipGrowth #SecureAttachmentWant to work with Bri and/or Courtney?Connect with Bri on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@buildingbricoaching⁠⁠⁠Connect with Courtney on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@courtney_schand⁠⁠⁠Follow the show on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@thefortheloveofmenpodcast⁠⁠⁠Check out our website:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.fortheloveofmenpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠Looking for deeper support?Check out our Masterclasses:1️⃣ What Your Woman Wants Emotionally And How to Provide It: Unlock the secrets to fulfilling your partner emotionally! Join the Masterclass! https://9803apykilombg2reyim.app.clientclub.net/courses/offers/767199b5-47dd-4b08-a405-2854480607a62️⃣ Creating More Emotional Intimacy: Learn the art of building emotional safety for your Masculine partner! https://9803apykilombg2reyim.app.clientclub.net/courses/offers/344d8ff0-6c7f-4d83-909c-b1da3e4d2a1b3️⃣ Navigating Triggers in an Empowered Way: Transform your response to triggers and cultivate empowerment! https://9803apykilombg2reyim.app.clientclub.net/courses/offers/764d6284-6af5-456e-928f-14554f56c17f

Send a textHEY BEAUTIFUL SOULS! This episode was WAAAAAY too juicy for the main feed so I decided to upload it onto Patreon instead. Wanna hear the rest of the episode? Become a Butterfly (Patron) TODAY!  https://www.patreon.com/TheLoveAtiyaExperience This episode is all about:Soooooo many damn lessonsMy amazing ass flower, fruit, water, moldy soup analogy (somebody write this down for me please!)I need more “acknowledgers” in my world (be gone with non acknowledgement) Having a transactional relationship with a parent and it's impacts Family can be the opps (learnt through pattern recognition) That one time I lowkey thought my mom was tryna kill me (she literally was trying to HELP me lmao) Learning how to differentiate when my ancestors send me signs (are they blessings, offering assistance or are they protecting me)The light skin spiders (no spider racism I promise) Accidentally thinking a friendship was real (LMAO awkward af girl I thought we were friends

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Dating in Austin isn't easy, and for some of y'all, dating here can be downright brutal. In honor of Valentine's Day, host Nikki DaVaughn is joined by executive producer Eva Ruth Moravec and account executive Dan Weinstock to share some of our listeners' best, worst, and most chaotic attempts at finding love in our city. Plus, the team unpacks the student newspaper investigation into a former UT professor's connection to Jeffrey Epstein (quick note: this discussion contains adult topics), and explains why a group is still fighting to halt construction on the new convention center. Running the Austin Marathon this weekend? Don't forget to check out these events happening around town! Check out our new City Cast podcast "Your City Could Be Better" on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by CEO David Plotz, this week's inaugural episode features the host of City Cast Twin Cities talking about how Minneapolis and St. Paul mobilized so quickly and broadly against the months-long ICE operation there. Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Austin newsletter.  And don't forget– you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Austin Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm  Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  Learn more about the sponsors of this February 13th episode: City of Austin Window Nation Jeremiah Program Austin New Waterloo - Trick Hat Workway

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Pros v Amateurs part 2 is now live! https://youtu.be/JcNy5DTKvRYWin your MGM Slam tickets here! - https://www.nothingmajorshow.com/mgmslamLadies, write into us if you are interested in our Major Match segment! https://www.nothingmajorshow.com/majormatchIn this episode of Nothing Major, the guys welcome friend of the pod Casper Ruud for an interview. They chat about gearing up for the MGM Slam in Vegas, life lately, and what it's been like stepping into fatherhood!Plus, they dive into topics such as the challenges of dating as a pro tennis player and are joined by Brittany from Tennis Warehouse to recap the recent Pros vs. Amateurs tennis challenge part 2.00:00 Introduction 00:33 Interview with Casper Ruud04:13 Casper Ruuds Vegas Experience05:23 Fatherhood and Tennis11:18 Valentine's Day and Relationships on Tour13:31 Winter Olympics and Norwegian Pride16:59 MGM Slam Details and Contest20:33 Matchmaking Segment20:58 Dating on the Tennis Tour22:31 Challenges of Dating a Tennis Player25:00 Funny Dating Stories28:52 Pros vs. Amateurs Challenge Recap30:40 Interview with Brittany from Tennis Warehouse36:44 Close

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Valentine's Day is tomorrow... and it turns out we are facing a dating recession! Recent data shows that fewer younger adults are dating...nationally and in Utah. Younger adults are also showing a declining interest in marriage all together. Dr. Alan Hawkins, with the Utah Marriage Commission, joins the show to discuss why young people are dating less. Greg and Holly hear from listeners and discuss this question: Single, coupled, or celebrating with family — what are you doing to celebrating Valentine's Day?

Topics we will cover on this episode of KSL's Inside Sources include: Push Continues for Healthier Foods in Utah Schools Thousands of Utahns Want Names Removed From Prop 4 Repeal as Deadline Nears The Global Impact of Family Search Breezy Johnson's Olympic Engagement

There are pivotal moments in dating that determine whether you create romantic sparks with a woman or lose your chance with her entirely. In this episode of “How to Get a Girlfriend,” dating coach and bestselling author Connell Barrett breaks down 7 make-or-break moments that will determine when and if you find the relationship you want.Episode Highlights:02:45: Make-or-Break Moment 1: To Approach or Not to Approach?07:30: Make-or-Break Moment 2: When and How to Ask Her Out12:15: Make-or-Break Moment 3: THIS Makes Her Swipe Right16:45: Make-or Break Moment 4: Use Your First-Date Superpower to Escape the Friend Zone23:20: Make-or-Break Moment 5: The Secret to Pre-Date Texting26:05: Make-or-Break Moment 6: How to Pass Her Tests30:10: Make or Break Moment 7: A Texting Move to Stop Getting GhostedBOOK A FREE CONSULTATION WITH CONNELL TO SEE IF DATING COACHING IS RIGHT FOR YOU: DatingTransformation.com

Helping other people date can tell you a lot! PLUS: Kim K has an F1 boo?!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ask frequent flyers what bothers them most about air travel and you might be surprised by the answer. It's not turbulence, cramped seats, or bad food — it's the other passengers. This episode begins by revealing which behaviors irritate fellow travelers the most and what people wish would stop happening at 35,000 feet. https://pro.morningconsult.com/analysis/airplane-etiquette-annoying-behaviors What brings two people together romantically has always been a mystery — and today, it's more complicated than ever. Dating apps offer endless options, yet many people struggle to find meaningful connection. What actually predicts long-term attraction? What matters less than we think? And what do science and history tell us about love, choice, and compatibility? Paul Eastwick joins me to explain how attraction really works. He's a professor of psychology at the University of California, Davis, director of the Attraction and Relationships Research Laboratory, and author of Bonded by Evolution: The New Science of Love and Connection (https://amzn.to/49RrGS0) Most people pursue goals with a clear payoff — something they hope and expect to achieve. But some people dedicate their lives to goals they know will never happen. Why would anyone do that? What sustains them? And what do these impossible pursuits reveal about meaning, purpose, and fulfillment? Journalist Mark Medley shares remarkable stories of people chasing futures they'll never live to see. He's author of Live to See the Day: Impossible Goals, Unimaginable Futures, and the Pursuit of Things That May Never Be (https://amzn.to/46fV95J). And finally, think about all the surfaces your phone touches — tables, counters, public spaces. Then think about where that phone goes when it rings – your face. We wrap up with what science says about phones, germs, and what that means for your skin and health.https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/beauty/how-smartphones-damage-your-skin-5-ways-to-protect-against-blue-light-and-bacteria/articleshow/124968775.cms PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS QUINCE: Refresh your wardrobe with Quince! Go to ⁠https://Quince.dom/sysk ⁠for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too! HIMS: For simple, online access to personalized and affordable care for Hair Loss, ED, Weight Loss, and more, visit ⁠https://Hims.com/SOMETHING⁠ for your free online visit!  SHOPIFY: Sign up for your $1 per month trail and start selling today at ⁠⁠https://Shopify.com/sysk⁠⁠ DELL: Dell Tech Days are here. Enjoy huge deals on PCs like the Dell 14 Plus with Intel® Core™ Ultra processors. Visit ⁠https://Dell.com/deals⁠ PLANET VISIONARIES: We love the Planet Visionaries podcast, so listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you're listening to this podcast! In partnership with The Rolex Perpetual Planet Initiative. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are we heading toward a full-blown sextinction… or are we just too busy scrolling to notice?

Reema is joined by Sam Sanders (host of KCRW's “The Sam Sanders Show”) to answer your questions about money and dating. We've got questions about scammers, secret investments, and secondary partners. If you liked this episode, share it with a friend. And if you have a sticky money situation you need advice on, call and leave us a message at 347-RING-TIU or email uncomfortable@marketplace.orgFollow us on Instagram and Tiktok!

This week on CockTales: Dirty Discussions, we're asking the real question: Who has shut-up money?!We kick things off with travel nostalgia and vacation dreams before running straight into the hilarious reality of adulthood. We dive into the chaos of planning family vacations, organizing group trips, setting budgets, and why everyone wants a luxury trip until it's time to pay the deposit.In this episode, we talk about:• The stress of planning trips with friends and family• Budget conversations nobody wants to have• The difference between work travel vs real vacations• Why group chats can't plan trips to save their lives• Dream destinations vs real-life responsibilitiesThen it's time for Weird Sex, and this story is truly unforgettable. A shocking medical discovery sparks a conversation about embarrassment, health, and the wild things people do in relationships.We wrap things up with Valentine's Day vibes, listener advice, and plenty of laughs along the way.Cocktail of the Week

A Note from James:This might be the most useful episode I've ever done. Not that the others weren't useful—they were—but this one goes above and beyond. It was also awkward for me, and honestly a little embarrassing, to ask some of these questions. I asked them anyway, and I'm glad I did, because the answers were excellent.This episode is with Dr. Nicole McNichols, who just released her book You Could Be Having Better Sex: The Definitive Guide to a Happier, Healthier, and Hotter Sex Life. There was so much strong material that we split the conversation into three parts.This first episode focuses on what great sex actually is, the myths most of us have absorbed, and what really separates good sex from bad sex. Episode two will focus on the science and mechanics of pleasure—how sex actually works. Episode three will be about keeping the spark alive over time.I had a lot of fun talking with Dr. McNichols, and I hope you enjoy this first part.Episode Description:What actually makes sex good—and why do so many people get it wrong?In this episode, James talks with human sexuality professor Dr. Nicole McNichols about how modern myths around sex, porn, dating culture, and “chemistry” distort what people think they're supposed to want. Instead of performance, novelty, or intensity, she explains why pleasure, communication, and feeling genuinely wanted matter far more.They also unpack why anxiety and uncertainty are often mistaken for chemistry, how emotional and intellectual intimacy feed sexual connection, and why setting clear boundaries is essential—not just in relationships, but in dating itself.This conversation reframes sex in a way most people were never taught, grounded in research, real relationships, and practical self-respect.What You'll Learn:Why great sex is defined by pleasure, communication, and responsiveness—not performance or noveltyHow anxiety, inconsistency, and “the chase” get mistaken for chemistryWhy non-sexual touch and everyday intimacy directly affect sexual desireHow intellectual connection and feeling seen feed attractionHow setting clear boundaries in dating protects your emotional and sexual healthTimestamped Chapters:[00:02:00] Episode Preview: Porn myths, exaggerated expectations, and false ideas about desire[00:03:18] A Note from James[00:04:36] Interview Begins: Dr. Nicole McNichols' background and teaching human sexuality[00:07:05] What's the difference between bad sex and great sex?[00:10:16] The role of caring and communication[00:11:21] In defense of “vanilla” sex[00:12:47] Why non-sexual touch matters more than people realize[00:14:23] Intellectual intimacy and sexual attraction[00:15:25] Sapiosexuality and attraction beyond looks[00:17:03] Chemistry vs. anxiety in relationships[00:19:13] The real number-one sexual fantasy: feeling wanted[00:21:15] The myth of “playing the game” in attraction[00:24:30] Dating in the culture of ambiguity[00:26:14] Why intentional dating matters[00:27:55] Boundaries, confidence, and self-careAdditional Resources:You Could Be Having Better SexNicole McNicholsThe Gottman InstituteFundera powered by NerdWalletSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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