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51 First Dates

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Dating is hard. That's why BFFs Kimmy and Liza decided a 51 first date project would be... fun? Each week, they recap (overanalyze) a date. They also talk to cool guests about modern love in their quest to reclaim dating as a sometimes enjoyable, but still mostly horrifying, thing to do. Produced by CHIX Productions, LLC.
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Episodes

Talking Dates and Mates with DAMONA HOFFMAN

Liza and Kimmy chat with DAMONA HOFFMAN, host of the DATES AND MATES podcast about profile crafting, steps to take in early dating, and how to meet nice guys! Find her podcast at www.datesandmates.com and follow her on social @DamonaHoffman. Follow us @51FirstDates on Instagram! Send your worst first date stories to 51firstdatespod@gmail.com . And don't forget to join our secret Facebook group! Check out our bonus episodes and other exclusive content on Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/join/51f...

Jun 09, 20201 hrSeason 1Ep. 141

Black Lives Matter and Being an Anti-Racist

We stand in solidarity with the Black community and Black Lives Matter. Please join us in taking this time to become a better ally and anti-racist, and donate if you can. We will match donations to the organizations in the google doc below up to $500 total. Screenshot your donation and we will match and send you back a screenshot of our own. A link to the resources we discussed: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1s-kHTvXaUNy-Bl_0t_wtgy3rTCmSp6KM_wp6bvsozx4/edit Learn more about your ad choices....

Jun 04, 202028 minSeason 1Ep. 141

How Will Dating Change After Quarantine?

This week, Liza and Kimmy break down how ten aspects of early dating will be different because of quarantine. They also do a consumption corner and answer a listener question about video chat nerves! Follow us @51FirstDates on Instagram! Send your worst first date stories to 51firstdatespod@gmail.com . And don't forget to join our secret Facebook group! Check out our bonus episodes and other exclusive content on Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/join/51firstdatespod . Learn more about your ad ch...

May 26, 20201 hr 18 minSeason 1Ep. 140

A Very Special ENGAGEMENT

This week, Liza and Kimmy discuss some big life news. They also do a consumption corner and discuss the green and red flags of friendship with exes, Bachelor nation couples in quarantine and if they're real or fake, and Only Fans accounts. Follow us @51FirstDates on Instagram! Send your worst first date stories to 51firstdatespod@gmail.com . And don't forget to join our secret Facebook group! Check out our bonus episodes and other exclusive content on Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/join/51fir...

May 19, 20201 hr 14 minSeason 1Ep. 139

Evolution, Brains, Fantasy Boyfriends

This week Kimmy and Liza bring you a Consumption Corner, and a fictional fantasy boyfriend draft. They then talk with DR. VIVIANA WEEKES-SHACKELFORD, evolutionary psychologist and host of THE DARWINIAN DIVA podcast. They discuss how our brains evolved to date and mate. Find Dr. Weekes-Shackelford on Facebook and Twitter @DarwinianDiva and check out her website at www.darwiniandivaphd.com. Follow us @51FirstDates on Instagram! Send your worst first date stories to 51firstdatespod@gmail.com . And ...

May 12, 20201 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 138

Fast Food Preferences & Quarantine Crushes

This week, Liza and Kimmy revisit consumption corner (including Kimmy's famous margarita recipe), and play a game where they pick first date spots head to head. Then they chat with a listener about a few of her quaran-dates, her relationship to relationships, and do a crafting corner! Follow us @51FirstDates on Instagram! Send your worst first date stories to 51firstdatespod@gmail.com . And don't forget to join our secret Facebook group! Check out our bonus episodes and other exclusive content o...

May 05, 20201 hr 14 minSeason 1Ep. 137

A Potpourri (aka Bowl of Smells) of Joys

Liza and Kimmy do a solo episode that includes Consumption Corner (what we're reading/watching/looking at on our phones, and an easily readable feminist book list), Reddit Ships (breaking down some crazy relationship stories from Reddit), and an NFL style draft of celebrities they would want to bring along on their first gals weekend post-quarantine. Follow us @51FirstDates on Instagram! Send your worst first date stories to 51firstdatespod@gmail.com . And don't forget to join our secret Faceboo...

Apr 28, 20201 hr 14 minSeason 1Ep. 136

Quarandating Options

This week, Kimmy and Liza discuss the online options that are popping up for remote Quarandating. They also give a rundown of how their relationships are going in quarantine, and share an adorable social distance dating story via Amy Kaufman ( https://twitter.com/amykinla/status/1247367610276048896?s=21&fbclid=IwAR0SW2Cnnn1bTT4AShcPyQFjpkQ3qEO-fqePqvYPt2s0qmhH19-Zbv9lEzA ). Then they are joined by listener HALEY to discuss her experience with app dating as a college student and a Facetime fi...

Apr 21, 20201 hr 10 minSeason 1Ep. 135

Dating Etiquette (In & Out of Quarantine)

Kimmy and Liza are joined by NICK LEIGHTON and LEAH BONNEMA of the podcast WERE YOU RAISED BY WOLVES. They discuss all the most common questions surrounding dating and etiquette, including who pays, and how to turn down a second date. They also discuss dating etiquette for remote dating. Check out Were You Raised by Wolves anywhere you listen to podcasts and on Instagram @wereyouraisedbywolves. Follow us @51FirstDates on Instagram! Send your worst first date stories to 51firstdatespod@gmail.com ...

Apr 14, 20201 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 134

Remote Dating

This week Kimmy and Liza discuss the ideal facetime date, answer a listener question about remote dating, and interview a listener about her dating life story and her experience on the apps during quarantine. Follow us @51FirstDates on Instagram! Send your worst first date stories to 51firstdatespod@gmail.com . And don't forget to join our secret Facebook group! Check out our bonus episodes and other exclusive content on Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/join/51firstdatespod . Learn more about y...

Apr 07, 20201 hr 13 minSeason 1Ep. 133

Cultivating Relationships: With Yourself and Others with LINDSEY SIMCIK

This week, LIZA and KIMMY are joined by LINDSEY SIMCIK of the ALMOST 30 PODCAST. They discuss Lindsey's dating journey, long distance relationships, vulnerability, communication, and using isolation to refocus your dating mindset. Check out Lindsey on insta @lindseysimcik and her podcast, Almost 30, at www.almost30podcast.com and on Instagram @almost30podcast. Follow us @51FirstDates on Instagram! Send your worst first date stories to 51firstdatespod@gmail.com . And don't forget to join our secr...

Mar 31, 20201 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 132

Patreon Sex and The City Episode 1 Teaser

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Mar 27, 20205 minSeason 1Ep. 133

So What Is Polyamory?

Liza and Kimmy are joined by ANNABELLE CLOSE, of LELO. They talk all things sex toys, polyamory, the difference between your 20s and 30s, and discuss a worst first date that involves edible crickets. Follow her @ringmyannabelle and check out Lelo.com (Annabelle's product recommendations are the Sona 2 Cruise, the Soraya 2, and the Smart Wand). The Ted talk Liza mentions can be found here: https://www.ted.com/talks/meg_jay_why_30_is_not_the_new_20?language=en . Follow us @51FirstDates on Instagra...

Mar 24, 20201 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 131

Bonus Patreon Episode Teaser!

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Mar 20, 202012 minSeason 1Ep. 132

Love in the Time of Corona, Plus A Bit of Relief

This week, Kimmy and Liza are joined by OLIVIA to bring you an episode that is half Corona-talk, and half SUPER NORMAL 51 First Dates content, for all your escapism pleasure! They discuss dating in the time of COVID-19, mental health while working from home, and shitty TV recommendations. Then they skip to NORMALCY at 41:05 and talk about Olivia's Date #14, who loves the Louisiana Purchase and is not afraid to monologue about it. Follow us @51FirstDates on Instagram! Send your worst first date s...

Mar 17, 20201 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 130

Approachability in the Wild with JUSTINE from 2 Black Girls 1 Rose

This week Liza and Kimmy are joined by JUSTINE from the 2 Black Girls 1 Rose podcast. They discuss The Bachelor (obv, but to skip Bachelor content, jump to 17:08), energetic switches, resetting your vibes, how to be more approachable in the wild, and Justine getting started on the apps for the very first time! Check out 2 Black Girls 1 Rose here: www.patreon.com/2blackgirls1rose. Follow them on insta @2BlackBirls1Rose and on twitter @2BlkGirls1Rose. Follow us @51FirstDates on Instagram! Send you...

Mar 10, 202058 minSeason 1Ep. 129

Therapy and Dating with JORDAN SONDLER

This week Liza and Kimmy are joined by JORDAN SONDLER, illustrator, mental health advocate, and author of FEEL IT OUT. They discuss being on a date with a serious person, therapy and its relationship to dating, how to leave a date early, situationships, and pros and cons of dating multiple people at once. Check her out on insta @JordanSondler. Buy FEEL IT OUT here: https://www.amazon.com/Feel-Out-Getting-Relationships-Yourself/dp/B07VVMQRB1 . Follow us @51FirstDates on Instagram! Send your worst...

Mar 03, 20201 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 128

How to Reframe Single-dom with SHANI SILVER

This week Liza and Kimmy are joined by SHANI SILVER, host of the podcast A SINGLE SERVING . They discuss worst first dates and dating as entertainment, how the cutesy terms are annoying, Shani's first solo traveling expedition, and how to redefine single-dom. Check her out Shanisilver.com. Follow us @51FirstDates on Instagram! Send your worst first date stories to 51firstdatespod@gmail.com . And don't forget to join our secret Facebook group! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...

Feb 25, 202058 minSeason 1Ep. 127

Dating Reality TV Redux

This week, Liza and Kimmy are joined by regular guest/friend/fan favorite SARA to discuss a full rundown of the best and worst of Dating Reality TV. They also answer listener questions about how to approach someone whose hotness is intimidating, and when to get back on apps after a relationship. Follow us @51FirstDates on Instagram! Send your worst first date stories to 51firstdatespod@gmail.com . And don't forget to join our secret Facebook group! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast...

Feb 18, 20201 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 126

Valentine's Day Fight Club

In this special VALENTINE'S DAY episode, Liza and Kimmy are joined by OLIVIA to talk about her date #13. Then Olivia (who is Pro-Valentine's day) and Kimmy/Liza (who are anti) debate the pros and cons of the dreaded February 14th, as well as ways to reclaim the day and make traditions that are not dependent on your relationship status. They also bring back the 5 minute bachelor recap and discuss marriage anxiety. LINK TO BUY TICKETS TO THE VIOLET CLAIR EXHIBIT AND PANEL: https://www.eventbrite.c...

Feb 11, 20201 hrSeason 1Ep. 125

Happiness and Dating

This week, Liza and Kimmy discuss HAPPINESS AND DATING, with a cameo from Date #13. They also bring back the 5 minute Bachelor franchise recap, and give their tips and resources on how to find a therapist. Follow us @51FirstDates on Instagram! Send your worst first date stories to 51firstdatespod@gmail.com . And don't forget to join our secret Facebook group! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Feb 04, 20201 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 124

Intentional Dating with Molly Burke

In a special episode sponsored by FACEBOOK DATING, Kimmy and Liza are joined by YouTuber and motivational speaker, MOLLY BURKE to discuss how she's thinking about dating in 2020. Molly shares her worst first date, her experience dating while blind, and what she likes about the new Facebook Dating feature, which allows you to match with people who share the same common interests and much more. #NewYearNewDates Sign up for Facebook Dating here: http://bit.ly/2sVoDpK . Follow Molly @mollyburke and ...

Jan 28, 202053 minSeason 1Ep. 123

What if your BF is Looking at Other Girls Online AND How to Have Empathy with Figs O'Sullivan

This week Liza and Kimmy discuss whether a boyfriend looking at other girls on Facebook is a deal breaker. They also discuss digital detoxes, and The Circle. They are then joined by FIGS O'SULLIVAN, marriage and family therapist, relationship expert, and founder of Empathi. They discuss how to have empathy for others, but mainly how to have it for yourself. Check out Figs' company at Empathi.com. Or find Empathi on Insta/Facebook/Twitter @empathinow. Follow us @51FirstDates on Instagram! Send yo...

Jan 21, 20201 hr 9 minSeason 1Ep. 122

How to Shift your Dating Checklist

This week, Liza and Kimmy are joined by OLIVIA to discuss her date #12! They also discuss her 2020 resolutions (because we can't get enough of New Year's resolutions). Then, they break down past misconceptions about wants and needs - the things they thought they wanted in a partner, but later realized were unimportant. Please consider donating to the following organizations to support Australia: The Australian Red Cross - www.redcross..org.au. WIRES - www.wires.org.au. Follow us @51FirstDates on...

Jan 14, 20201 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 121

The Easiest New Year's Resolutions with Facebook Dating

In this special episode sponsored by FACEBOOK DATING, Kimmy and Liza lay out 5 easy (and mostly couch-friendly) New Year's Dating resolutions because #NewYearNewDates. They answer listener questions about the new Facebook Dating feature, which allows you to match with users who share common interests and much more (Liza gets too excited about the Secret Crush feature), but listen to learn! They also share their personal 2020 resolutions! Sign up for Faceook Dating here: http://bit.ly/2sVoDpK . F...

Jan 07, 202054 minSeason 1Ep. 121

Hindsight *in* 2020

This week, Kimmy and Liza do a rundown of their DECADE OF DATING. Starting in 2010, they recap each year in their dating lives: the good, the bad, the ugly. Follow us @51FirstDates on Instagram! Send your worst first date stories to 51firstdatespod@gmail.com . And don't forget to join our secret Facebook group! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Dec 31, 201948 minSeason 1Ep. 119

Debunking the Rules with KENNY

This week, Kimmy and Liza are joined by KENNY!! They give some relationship updates and then debunk the 1995 book 'The Rules: Time-tested Secrets for Capturing the Heart of Mr. Right'. Follow us @51FirstDates on Instagram! Send your worst first date stories to 51firstdatespod@gmail.com . And don't forget to join our secret Facebook group! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Dec 24, 20191 hr 17 minSeason 1Ep. 118

The Third Annual HOLIDATING

This week, Kimmy and Liza are joined by OLIVIA for the Third Annual HOLIDATING Episode!! They discuss Olivia's date #11, as well as micro-breakups and the cumulative bummer effect they have. They then discuss all things Holidating, including cute Holidate ideas and a gift guide for everyone from your fuck buddy to your long term significant other's Dad! HAPPY HOLIDATES FRENCH FRIES! Follow us @51FirstDates on Instagram! Send your worst first date stories to 51firstdatespod@gmail.com . And don't ...

Dec 17, 20191 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 117

Cheesiness

Kimmy and Liza are joined by OLIVIA to talk about her Date #10, which was a very quiet Home Depot date, and her decision to do a no-date November. They also talk about cheesy lines on dating apps and in person, cheesy holiday romantic movies, and how to determine when to have sympathy for sub-par app banterers. Follow us @51FirstDates on Instagram! Send your worst first date stories to 51firstdatespod@gmail.com . And don't forget to join our secret Facebook group! Learn more about your ad choice...

Dec 10, 20191 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 116

Green Flags and Queen Energy with MOLLY LYDA

Kimmy and Liza are joined by MOLLY LYDA, a marriage and family therapist and dating coach. They discuss the eternal question: who pays, the difference between male and female energy, what gets in the way of a successful relationship, green flags, and queen energy! You can find more about Molly at www.mollylyda.com. Follow us @51FirstDates on Instagram! Send your worst first date stories to 51firstdatespod@gmail.com . And don't forget to join our secret Facebook group! Learn more about your ad ch...

Dec 03, 20191 hr 13 minSeason 1Ep. 115
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