Dateology

We are a voice for Christian, metropolitan dating. On this show, we collect honest stories to find liberating wisdom for discovery and companionship. Cohosted by marriage & family therapist Candice Thompson and pastor/spiritual director Matt Barrios; based out of the San Francisco Bay Area. Est. Feb. 2018.

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Episodes

The List

What's on your list for the person you're looking for? What's a core item, what's a preference, and how can you know the difference? Candice and Matt talk about ways that lists can be helpful (or unhelpful) and also the Gospel truths that empower us to make wise, healthy choices. To learn more about the show and to connect with Matt or Candice, visit https://www.dateology.org/ .

Apr 13, 2018•34 min•Season 1Ep. 5

The Dream

Growing up, did you have a dream about marriage? Candice and Matt discuss the various ideas we gather about romance and how they impact our approach to dating. What do we do when our dreams aren't fulfilled? And what does it look like to audaciously hold on to a dream anyway? To learn more about the show and to connect with Matt or Candice, visit https://www.dateology.org/ .

Apr 05, 2018•33 min•Season 1Ep. 4

The Ask

What are the best ways ask someone out, and when is the right time? Candice and Matt discuss their experiences and also some important factors to consider when asking someone out (or saying yes). What might it be like if we all had the courage and freedom to just make the ask? To learn more about the show and to connect with Matt or Candice, visit https://www.dateology.org/ .

Mar 29, 2018•26 min•Season 1Ep. 3

The Pursuit

What does it mean to pursue someone, and what's it like to be pursued? Candice and Matt share their experiences and thoughts on the kind of power dynamic that the pursuer/pursuee framework creates. Is there a different way that leads to deeper freedom, love, and companionship? To learn more about the show and to connect with Matt or Candice, visit https://www.dateology.org/ .

Mar 22, 2018•26 min•Season 1Ep. 2

The Intro

Glad to have you! Get a glimpse of what the show will be like, topics we'll cover, and learn about the hosts, Candice and Matt. To learn more about the show and to connect with Matt or Candice, visit https://www.dateology.org/ .

Mar 16, 2018•19 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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