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Dating Daze Podcast

Jeffrey Kimesdatingdaze.libsyn.com
Dating, relationships, sex for the post divorce mid-life singles trying to figure out the world of dating. Dating in the era of online, swiping, open relationships, etc, etc, and navigating love, happiness or just avoiding relationship brain damage.
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Episodes

Episode 93: The League Dating and Some Spicy Stories

Lola lives in a small midwestern city and quickly grew out of the options nearby. She joined The League dating app. She had some successes that sent her states away for some overnight fun and got her involved in some spicy situations and some open marriage situations. Find out how The League works and hear some great stories of dating.

Jun 26, 202542 min

Episode 90: Tips to Makeover Your Dating with Lana Ricco

Lana Ricco is a prominent dating coach and relationship strategist specializing in guiding both men and women toward attracting high-value partners and cultivating successful relationships. Her expertise extends to hosting the new dating show, *Dating Makeover*, where she provides practical, actionable advice to individuals facing dating challenges.Find her new show Dating Makeover on YouTube. Lana Ricco...

Apr 10, 202550 min

Episode 89: Back Online: Back to Basics

Jeff has ventured back to the online apps. Match.com (yes open to sponsorships). But things haven't changed much really... many of the same issues that inspired Jeff to make a podcast about dating are still happening online. But remember people be kind, empathetic, mostly everyone is doing their best to find love.

Mar 18, 202550 min

Episode 87: The Contractor Affair Part 2

In Episode 62 you hear the story of Kelly getting together with the contractor she hired to do some renovations on her house. A contractor and client hooking up is likely not an uncommon dalliance. However, it was soon discovered that the contrator was not single and difficulties ensued. Jeff and Mindy strongly recommended that Kelly block, delete and go no contact immediately. Kelly took their advice...for three days. Then she was right back in it. Big time. This episode hears the tale of inter...

Feb 07, 202549 min

Episode 85: True Tales and Advice From A Relationship Therapist

Therapist and author Denise Schonwald talks about things you should know about relationships before you hookup, fully commit, or get married. With experience from years of counseling individuals and couples about relationships she tells stories of the good and bad and what to consider and look out for. Find her book and more at: https://deniseschonwald.com/

Nov 08, 202436 min

Episode 83: More Real Life Dating Stories

After a husband suddenly dies how long does it take before men start knocking on the newly widowed woman's door? Apparently a week or two. What happens when you return the fiance's ring?..their family become squatters in your house. These stories and more in this episode.

Sep 25, 202446 min

Episode 82: Can Romance and Erotica Novels Help You in Dating?

Romance and Erotica novels (picture the paperbacks with a bare chested hunk on the cover) that are read by women (probably 90% of readers are women) help men be better at dating? Maybe there's some good ideas in the books if women dream of these types of relationships and interactions (sex). Our guest Kris Renee has written numerous novel and novellas, she also participates in book clubs and gathering related to this genre. Find out what she's learned about women and what they like. Find her boo...

Sep 06, 202443 min

Episode 80: 101 Tips for Bachelors (women can learn a lot too)

You’re a single man (or woman) and you’re dating and hoping to get a man/woman back to your place (house/apt/condo) and they get there and are disgusted. This book helps you look at your living space and lifestyle to improve your chances with the opposite sex. Clean your bathroom, have some condoms, have some wine glasses, and more! Read this book and find a relationship! Get the Book: 101 Tips for Bachelors

Jul 15, 202447 min

Episode 79: Watch Out When it Happens So Fast

You go on a first date that lasts 24 hours. Within days he says I want this to last forever. Within 3 weeks he moves in. Then the cracks in the month old foundation start to appear. But never fear just carry-on, get married then it gets really bad...

Jun 28, 20241 hr 6 min

Episode 78: Non-Linear Love...It's not all about marriage

Guests Alan Feigenbaum and Ariella Steinhorn talk to us about their Non-Linear Love project. They talk about reframing the way we think about dating, romance, break-ups, divorce and love. In modern times relationships are judged on their path to, and relativity to marriage. But Al and Ari are working on changing those views. Instead, they will collect and tell people’s unique relationship stories, and maybe reframe the way we all think about dating, romance, break-ups, divorce and love. Perhaps,...

Jun 14, 202451 min

Episode 77: Confessions of a Flight Attendant

Chairlift Confessions, where listeners tell their stories. This one is from a flight attendant. Yes, they have dating stories too, not surprising especially when they're fun and hot. Includes some tips on how to get a date with that cute flight attendant you see on an airplane.

May 27, 202451 min

Episode 76: Loaning Money In Relationships?

Emily fell in love and her partner asked her to loan him a lot of money to "start a business" now she'll never see him or the money again. Also hear her story of a 1st and 2nd husband. Some lessons to be learned on this Chairlift Confession.

May 16, 202441 minEp. 76

Episode 75 Book Club: Marry Him: The Case for "Settling" for Good Enough

This episode is Dating Daze Book Club. We discuss the book "Marry Him: The Case for Settling for Mr Good Enough". But it's really not about "settling" it's about being realistic about your expectations, and being honest about who you are and what you bring to a relationship, as well as acknowledging that your Mr. Perfect doesn't exist and if he did he's probably already married, and wouldn't even make a good husband/father/partner that would bring you happiness in a relationship. Our guest is pa...

Apr 24, 20241 hr 4 min

Episode 74: Dating Swindler Leads to a New Dating App

Nicole Drew was dating a guy and loaned him some money because of a sob story and then he disappeared. Turns out it wasn't the first time he did it. Nicole thought about it and decided to develop and launch a new dating app that helps prevent scams, fake profiles, AI, your date being a criminal and other protections from online dating issues. It's called Rater Listen to Nicole's story and all about the new app. Rater on Instagram Download Rater...

Apr 13, 202459 minEp. 74

Episode 72: Dating Coach Erika Ettin aka @alittlenudge

Special guest Erika Ettin aka @littlenudge on Instagram gives her practical, straightforward advice for dating. She is funny, entertaining, but most importantly has a lot of experience and gives some great sage and applicable advice. @alittlenudge on Instagram A Little Nudge homepage link

Mar 07, 202439 min

Episode 71: 2023 Dating Wrapped

The Wrap-Up for dating in 2023. Since Spotify and even some senior citizens on Instagram were doing the summary of their dating for 2023, we did one for us. Give a listen on our experiences for the year.

Feb 07, 202430 min

Episode 70: Meeting Organically: Can it Work?

Mindy and our friend Rebecca decided to experiment with expanding their social circle to increase the possibility of meeting new friends and maybe meeting a man for a relationship organically (not on a dating app). Even if it doesn't find a relationship you can make new friends and enrich your life. It seems like for Rebecca it worked...at least for now...haha! Let's hear what they found out.

Jan 17, 202447 minEp. 70

Episode 69: The Sex Episode of Course

In honor of the 69th episode the theme of sex will be highlighted. We talk with Erin Berry Bliss, love, sex, and relationship coach. She specializes in helping women and couples stop putting off desire, live life fully, and break free of the cycles, situations, and patterns that make them miserable. Contact Erin at ErinBerryBliss.com or Instagram at @erinberrybliss

Dec 28, 202344 min

Episode 68: An App for That - Track Your Dating Roster

The term "dating roster" is really just a list of people you're communicating with and potentially dating. But it can get confusing and maybe if you don't pay attention you'll miss meeting your true love. Thankfully there's an app for that: CLARA. Spanish for "clear", CLARA provides a platform to keep track of your roster. But more importantly, it helps you decide who is the best fit for you in a relationship. We talk to the CLARA originator and number one user of the app, Jillian Romero Chaves....

Dec 12, 202348 minEp. 68

Episode 67: Jeff's Chairlift Confession...Not!

Jeff has a bad date experience and wants to talk about it. He tells Mindy it's a Chairlift Confession which typically is a really bad date story spanning states or potentially bodily harm and jail...but alas Jeff is just dazed and confused once again by dating in the current times. Which is why he started the podcast. His date with a local comedian was doomed from the start and then the comedian disses him and is basicallly disrespectful and callous. Jeff is hurt. So hear the tale and at least c...

Nov 28, 202335 minEp. 67

Episode 66:Men's Dating Coach Kimberly Hill

Men's Dating Coach Kimberly Nina Hill and host of The Self Confidence Project podcast, joins Dating Daze to talk about issues, troubles, and frustrations, for men in dating. But also offers some help in making it better. You texted her and she's not responding...what should you do? Have some insecurities and anxiety when trying to date? Kimberly can help! Give a listen. Kimberly Instagram Kimberly's Website...

Nov 07, 20231 hrEp. 66

Episode 65: Ukrainian Matchmaker: Find Your True Love Across the Globe

Men that can't find a match nearby might try looking long distance, other cities or states. But have you tried international? Our guest is a matchmaker in Ukraine. Finding men and matching them with beautiful women in Ukraine. Find out how it works and maybe it's the way to find true love without dating apps. Olympya Matchmaking on Instagram...

Oct 24, 202349 minEp. 65

Episode 64: Are We Dating the Same Guy Long Distance?

A guest tells the story of her boyfriend suddenly moving out of state and breaking up...but then moves to another state and wants to reconnect and maybe get married. But things don't seem right. Some online checking reveals some sad realities. Listen to the tale and maybe learn about long distance realities.

Oct 10, 20231 hr 7 minEp. 64
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