Nothing is more uncomfortable than when friends don't approve of your relationship, but is it a dealbreaker? In this week’s brunch talk, we’re discussing what to do if your friends don't like your partner – or your partner's friends don't like you. We discuss when this becomes problematic versus something you can get over, how to best handle the situation to try to get closer, and ways you can move forward if the relationship with the friends is beyond repair. Got a question you ...
Nov 26, 2023•14 min
If you’re freaking out about finding a partner during cuffing season – stop right there. We're talking about why cuffing season is actually the WORST time to find love – and why you should try fluffing season instead. We discuss the reasons starting a relationship now doesn’t set you up for long-term success, what fluffing season is and why it’s a better use of your time, and ways you can fluff to be more strategic while everyone is scrambling. Follow us @dateablepodcast, @juliekrafchick and...
Nov 22, 2023•40 min
Tis the season....for the grilling of what's going on in your love life. From questions about why you're still single to when we'll ever get grandchildren, the holidays can be a stressful time. But have no fear! In this week’s brunch talk, we’re discussing how to navigate these conversations in a way that puts you in control, why we need to remember our family members are probably coming from a good place with these questions anyway, and ways you can use these conversations to bring ...
Nov 19, 2023•16 min
Talking about the future can be scary – especially if you're not operating at the exact same speed as your partner. We're talking with Dr. Alexandra Solomon about how to navigate a pace discrepancy – whether it's becoming exclusive, moving in together, getting engaged, or entering whatever next life stage. We discuss how to share your needs without making it an ultimatum, tactics to help both the faster-paced and slower-paced partners, and why it's important to determine if you c...
Nov 15, 2023•59 min
From spending time with their children or even their parents, what do you do when you feel like you come second to your partner’s family? In this week’s brunch talk, we’re discussing how to balance your relationship with other relationships in your life, ways to get to the bottom of the actual feelings you may be experiencing, and why it’s important to broach this topic in a way that doesn’t compete for each other’s time. Got a question you need answered? Hit us up at [email protected] F...
Nov 12, 2023•13 min
Maybe you've experienced that great date only to be confused when it didn't result in a kiss goodnight – or anything more. Are they just not that into you....or could it be something else? We’re discussing the different ways we all experience desire as we chat with Mike about being a hetero man who leans more on the submissive spectrum. We discuss the differences between responsive and spontaneous desire, how gender roles perpetuate stereotypes, and why we need to better understand our p...
Nov 08, 2023•1 hr 9 min
From the IG story view to continuing to profess their love, why don't exes just go away once the relationship is over? In this week's brunch talk, we’re discussing what to do when you have a lingering ex and what this may mean. We discuss the different ways you can respond, why it's important to clarify intentions before making any assumptions, and how to not let your ex derail you from having the love life you actually want. Got a question you need answered? Hit us up at hello@datea...
Nov 05, 2023•14 min
If you’re pretty much done with the pressure of being single and you just want to live your best damn life, then you’re in the right place, our friends. We’re chatting with Julia Mazur about how her whole mentality changed after hitting that milestone bday, breaking up with her boyfriend, and getting bullied on the internet for being single – all in the same week. We’re discussing how you can be happy being single while still wanting a partner, how to acknowledge the loneliness while moving thro...
Nov 01, 2023•58 min
What happens when the person you're dating is going through mental health struggles that make it difficult to date? In this week's brunch talk, we’re discussing when it's time to walk away from this type of relationship, how to feel secure in the decision you make, and ways to avoid the trap of the on-again-off-again relationship. Got a question you need answered? Hit us up at [email protected] Follow us @dateablepodcast, @juliekrafchick and @nonplatonic. Check out our websit...
Oct 29, 2023•14 min
Yup, you heard us right. We often talk about how situationships wreak havoc to your love life...but today we're back with a solo episode looking at how situationships may actually help you. We’re discussing what relational skills you can learn even in a situationship, how to use them to understand what you need in a partner (or what you'll never stand for again), and why even the worst situationship can help open your heart for something bigger and better. Follow us @dateablepodcast, @ju...
Oct 25, 2023•50 min
So you met someone amazing except they aren't fully separated yet...in fact, maybe they're still living with their ex! Is this a total dealbreaker? In this week's brunch talk, we’re discussing the importance of breaking away from the past before starting something new, ways to set boundaries that don't keep you waiting around, and how to see if someone is ready or not to start something new. Got a question you need answered? Hit us up at [email protected] Follow us @datea...
Oct 22, 2023•16 min
Once a cheater, always a cheater? We’re finding out as we break down the psychology of infidelity with Dr. Nicolle Zapien about the psychology of cheating and why people cheat in the first place. We’re discussing the main reasons for infidelity, why certain people may be more prone to cheating than others, and how to determine if reconciliation is in the cards (or not). Learn more about Dr. Zapien: https://nicollegottfriedzapien.com/ Follow us @dateablepodcast, @juliekrafchickh and @nonplatonic....
Oct 18, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Is it possible for someone to love and care about you, yet still not want anything serious? Did their words mean anything? On this week's brunch talk we’re diving into the reasons someone can catch feelings yet still not want a relationship, why it's often less personal than you may think, and how to come back stronger and keep your heart open for someone ready to go all in with you. Got a question you need answered? Hit us up at [email protected] Follow us @dateablepodcast, @jul...
Oct 15, 2023•13 min
Ever wonder why someone would f*ck around instead of fully committing –even if they're in love? We’re going deep with comedian Martin Morrow about his former fboy ways and what drove him to make the decisions he did. We're discussing the deeper reasons fboy tendencies emerge, how to trust someone with a shadier past, and whether or not people can really change. Follow Martin @martinmmorrow and check out his comedy at https://www.martinmorrow.me/ Follow us @dateablepodcast, @juliekrafchic...
Oct 10, 2023•1 hr
If you're fresh out of a relationship – or dating someone who is newly single – how do you know if it's real or just a rebound? We’re discussing why this term is flawed in the first place, ways to vet if someone is ready to be dating again, and how to go in with an open heart while still being cognizant of who you give it to. Got a question you need answered? Hit us up at [email protected] Follow us @dateablepodcast, @juliekrafchick and @nonplatonic. Check out our website for mor...
Oct 08, 2023•15 min
From horrific first dates to savage breakups, you've probably experienced crimes of the heart ranging from misdemeanors to full on felonies. We're chatting today with Rory about how she's dealt with the ghosting, flaking, lying, or whatever else has been thrown her way to come out stronger on her quest for love. We’re discussing how to balance being careful with still having fun, when it's worth being a love detective vs. letting it go, and ways you can move forward even when you...
Oct 04, 2023•1 hr 10 min
If you've had limited relationship experience, do you have wonder if it's getting in your way? We’re discussing ways your past relationship history matters (or not), how to share your story in a way that feels confident, and why it's more important to continue to build relational skills even when you're single that don't have to happen within a relationship. Got a question you need answered? Hit us up at [email protected] Follow us @dateablepodcast, @juliekrafchick an...
Oct 01, 2023•14 min
When is it time to work on a relationship vs. call it quits? Should you go on that 2nd date or swipe on someone new? We're back with a solo episode about why we often overstay the wrong relationships or give up too early on the right ones. We’re discussing the evaluation criteria to determine if your relationship is worth continuing, how to know if your partner is really in it with you, and ways to see if it's worth going on another date (or not) early in the process. Follow us @dateable...
Sep 27, 2023•43 min
When you've been single and have lived alone for a while, what happens when the time comes to move in together? If you're anything like us, you may have developed some SSB (secret single behavior). We’re discussing how to adapt to someone else being in your space, why it's necessary to curb any control freak tendencies for inconsequential things, and ways to start this new chapter in a way where you stay true to yourself and each other. Got a question you need answered? Hit us up at ...
Sep 24, 2023•16 min
You always hear: listen to your gut, follow your heart, trust your intuition. But what does that even mean? We’re chatting with one of our favorite past guests, Nikki Novo, about how to connect with your intuition so you can cultivate trust and bravery in your love life. We’re discussing how to trust your instincts better when dating, the balance of listening vs. overthinking, and how to relinquish control in a way that still keeps you in the driver’s seat of your love life. Follow Nikki Novo @n...
Sep 20, 2023•1 hr 4 min
What happens when you meet someone you like – then you go away for a week, and they go away for a week, only to realize that your budding romance has faded away? We’re discussing how to navigate early dating when one of you is away on vacation, how to avoid the momentum dropping when you meet someone new, and ways to tell if someone is a keeper, especially when you are apart. Got a question you need answered? Hit us up at [email protected] Follow us @dateablepodcast, @juliekrafchick and ...
Sep 17, 2023•15 min
Maybe you've ever wondered why you can't seem to find good people on the apps, in your city, or wherever you go. But today we're sharing how you can meet Dateable people wherever you go as we chat with dating coach Evan Marc Katz We’re discussing the biggest mistakes people make when looking for love, why you don't actually attract the wrong people , and how to get out of the "there's nobody good out there" mindset. Follow Evan Marc Katz @realevanmarckatz, check out h...
Sep 13, 2023•1 hr 3 min
The past is the past...but is it? We're discussing the circumstances when you should bring up your past relationship status when dating. We’re discussing what information feels misleading to withhold vs. unnecessary to share, the right time to reveal something about your relationship history, and how to move forward without feeling anchored to your past. Got a question you need answered? Hit us up at [email protected] Our 22 Day Dating App Reset is live until Sunday Sept 10th at midn...
Sep 10, 2023•15 min
Buckle up friends, this one is juicy! Today we're joined with Kelly aka "the other woman" in Yue's infidelity story to hear her POV and how she was also severely impacted by these turn of events. We're discussing how to cope after finding out someone has a significant other, ways to regain trust again after feeling misled, and why talking to "the other woman" can help both parties heal if you're open to it. Follow Kelly @kellypantaleoni Follow us @dateablepodcast,...
Sep 06, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Brunch talk is back as we go into a question that all too many of you may be asking: should I go on that date if I'm not sure about them. In this week’s brunch talk, we’re discussing knowing the limitations of dating apps vs. trusting your gut, how to set up a date for success before even going on it, and ways you can change your mindset about what a first date even means. Got a question you need answered? Hit us up at [email protected] Our 22 Day Dating App Reset is live for a limit...
Sep 03, 2023•15 min
Ever wonder why it's so damn hard to meet people on dating apps yet 40% of couples meet that way? We're back with a solo episode uncovering the reason why dating apps aren't working for so many daters and how to change that. We're discussing the mystery of why there are so many great people on apps yet no one can find each other, how to ignore certain designs that are meant to f with you, and ways you can use apps differently to actually start meeting quality people IRL. Follow u...
Aug 30, 2023•50 min
Just one more week until we’re back with Season 17! But until then, we’re getting down and dirty with @careercoachdarci as we take a more professional angle and talk about our journey into podcasting. We’re chatting about everything from the inner workings of podcasting, what it’s like to date when you have a dating podcast, and how to balance how much to talk about on air. Follow Darci @careercoachdarci on TikTok and IG. Check out her YouTube and Podcast ‘Down & Dirty with Darci’ Follow us ...
Aug 23, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Have you ever had that moment that made you re-evaluate your entire dating life? Well friends, we’re about to hit rock bottom as we reair one final episode in this flashback series. We’re chatting with our friend Melissa about our rock bottom moments that made us realize it was time for a change. We discuss the importance of self-respect, managing your alcohol intake on dates, and We discuss the importance of self-respect, managing your alcohol intake on dates, and how to not let others control ...
Aug 16, 2023•1 hr 4 min
All you need to do is meet the right person, fall in love, and then everything magically works out...right? Sadly this isn't a romcom and we're going to unpack it all as we reair one of our favorite episodes with best-selling author Mark Manson about why love is not enough to make relationships work. We discuss the reasons we settle for less than situations, why we stay in certain dynamics like the chaser-runner, and how we can have it all – once we start using our head along with our he...
Aug 09, 2023•1 hr 14 min
Summer is filled with parties…bday parties…pool parties…sex parties? We’re going back to the archives for this epic episode as we reair our top 3 hidden episodes before we come back for Season 17. In this episode, we come to you live from a sex party and interview Natalie, a first-time partygoer in addition to regulars. We discuss what goes down at a play party, the importance of consent culture, and the most shocking part of it all. Follow us @dateablepodcast, @juliekrafchick and @nonplatonic. ...
Aug 02, 2023•1 hr 11 min
