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Mostly Dating

Mostly Dating is a podcast with approachable advice for every stage of dating and relationships. Host Carleigh Ferrante dives into the world of modern dating and relationships with approachable, relatable advice. Tune in weekly for practical tips, listener questions, and conversations that help you build healthier, happier, and more lasting connections—and find us on Instagram @mostlydating.
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Episodes

130. GABRIELLE BOLIN on Divorce & Other Major Life Changes

Welcome back! Today we are joined by strength & conditioning coach (and returning guest), Gabrielle Bolin. When Gab last joined us in 2021 for Episode 49 , her life was in a much different place. Today, she opens up about everything that has changed for her in the past year and a half. what we talk about: why she decided to pursue a different type of fitness career what she loves about strength & conditioning vs. group fitness the elements of group fitness that she was no longer connecti...

Aug 15, 20221 hr 3 minSeason 3Ep. 130

129. ILANA DUNN on Going From Anxious Dater to a Secure Relationship

Welcome back! Today we are joined by Ilana Dunn, content creator and host of the Seeing Other People podcast. Ilana is one of our very few returning guests and it was wild to hear how much has changed in her dating life over the past year! what we talk about: how Ilana met her boyfriend Jake what her dating life was like before then the toxic relationship that caused her dating anxiety how dating someone secure helped her be less anxious our thoughts on dating rules defining the relationship &am...

Aug 08, 20221 hr 15 min

128. ERIKA GABRIEL on Spirit Guides, Mediumship, & How To Listen To Your Inner Voice

Welcome back! Today we are joined by spiritual medium and teacher, Erika Gabriel, to chat about mediumship, intuition, and spirituality. Erika has been a professional spiritual medium for over a decade and had performed readings for thousands of people across the world and also leads a course, “Unlock Your Intuition and Meet Your Spirit Guide." She has been featured in publications like the New York Times, Goop, Forbes, InStyle and many more. what we talk about: Erika's first experience connecti...

Aug 01, 202255 minSeason 3Ep. 127

127. JESSICA GOODMAN on Making Friends As An Adult & Dating Advice For Our Younger Selves

Welcome back! Today we are joined by Jessica Goodman, New York Times bestselling author of THEY WISH THEY WERE US, THEY'LL NEVER CATCH US, and THE COUNSELORS, and former op-ed editor at Cosmopolitan magazine. what we talk about: what led Jessica to pursue a career in writing how Jessica's first novel came to be why she loves writing for the YA genre the current TV adaptation of her first book, They Wish They Were Us for HBO Max, starting Sydney Sweeney & Halsey how to make real friends as an...

Jul 25, 20221 hr 9 minSeason 3Ep. 127

126. SHAN BOODRAM on Mismatched Sex Drives, Dating With Dominance, & What Our Parents Told Us When We First Had Sex

Welcome back! Today we are joined by Shan Boodram, certified sexologist, sex education counselor, and and sex & relationship expert at Bumble . Shan is a 2x bestselling author and has appeared on Good Morning America, The View, Netflix, Dr. Oz, and more. what we talk about: being in a relationship with someone who has a different sex drives how our sex drives ebb and flow making the choice to be single how to build a great dating app profile how parents react to sex (& how it impacts us)...

Jul 18, 20221 hr 12 minSeason 3Ep. 126

125. JEN TENZER on How To Plan Your First Solo Trip & Spending Time Alone While In A Relationship

Welcome back! Today we are joined by Jen Tenzer, accredited travel agent and founder of The Soloist, a concierge travel service dedicated to helping plan your next solo adventure. what we talk about: Jen's decision to leave her career in finance How she first fell in love with traveling alone The best solo travel destinations in the US The best solo travel destinations abroad Benefits of traveling alone What solo travel can teach us about ourselves How Jen decided to turn her love of travel into...

Jul 11, 202255 minSeason 3Ep. 125

124. HANNAH ORENSTEIN on Soulmates, Men Who Are Intimidated By Your Success, & How To Not Put So Much Pressure On A First Date

Welcome back! Today we are joined by Hannah Orenstein, 4x novelist and Deputy Editor of Dating at Elite Daily. Hannah's work can be found in the Washington Post , Cosmopolitan , Marie Claire , Refinery29 , BuzzFeed , Bustle , and more. Her most recent novel, Meant to Be Mine follows Edie Myers, whose grandmother has predicted the exact day each member of her family will meet their soul mate. The book begs the question of whether "fate" can make a relationship work, or if we have more of a choice...

Jul 04, 202253 minSeason 1Ep. 124

123. MICHAEL TENNANT on The One Trait That Could Save Your Relationships

Welcome back! Today we are joined by Michael Tennant, founder of Curiosity Labs and the Actually Curious card game you may have heard us play in our recent episode intros. Michael has such an incredible and inspiring story and this episode is PACKED with tools to help you improve your relationships with everyone in your life, including with yourself. what we talk about: Michael's career journey rising the ranks in the media industry A series of family tragedies that led him to rethink his career...

Jun 27, 202257 min

122. ZOE STOLLER on Discovering Her Sexuality & Gender Identity and Debunking LGBTQ+ Misconceptions

Welcome back! Today we are joined by Zoe Stoller, digital creator focusing on mental health and LGBTQ+ awareness. Zoe is a writer, creator, and soon-to-be social worker who is passionate about raising awareness and creating a safe space for her community. what we talk about: How Zoe started to build her social media community What led her to decide to get her degree in social work Her own journey coming out as a lesbian Her experience questioning her gender identity The difference between gender...

Jun 20, 202252 minSeason 3Ep. 122

121. SHAYNA & DANA on How to Use Human Design to Make Decisions, Find Your Life Path, and Improve Your Relationships

Welcome back! Today we are joined by Dana Stiles and Shayna Cornelius, founders of DayLuna, a resource for all things Human Design and self discovery. This was truly *such* a fun conversation with so many Human Design-related advice that can be applied to all aspects of your life. what we talk about: Shayna and Dana's own personal journeys finding Human Design (during their Saturn return!) Their decision to pursue it full time Leaving their corporate jobs What authority means in human design and...

Jun 13, 20221 hr 9 minSeason 3Ep. 121

120. KIRA JONES on Cross Country Moves, Making Friends as an Adult, and Finding an Accessible Wellness Routine

Welcome back! Today we are joined by Kira Jones, founder of Cacti Wellness App. What we talk about: Kira's move to LA as a new college grad Her move from LA to NYC 4 years later Making friends as an adult (where to meet them, how to approach them) How Kira met her husband and went from friends to dating Why she decided to elope in Italy How Kira decided to start Cacti Wellness & more! You can find Kira on Instagram @cactiwellness or head to the Cacti website to start a free trial. What we tr...

Jun 06, 202256 minSeason 3Ep. 120

119. GIGI ROBINSON on Body Image, Influencers, and Growing up Gen Z

Welcome back! Today we are joined by Gigi Robinson, Gen Z thought leader and chronic illness advocate. Gigi is a digital content creator who uses her platform to spread positivity and awareness across a diverse community. Gigi has a bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Design, and Photography, and is an MS candidate at USC. What we talk about: How growing up with social media impacted Gigi's childhood Mean girls, bullying, and what it's like to be a teenager in today's world How Gigi discovered her l...

May 30, 202253 minSeason 3Ep. 119

118. CHLOE HARROUCHE on Battling Breast Cancer and Filling the Gaps in the Healthcare Industry

Welcome back! Today we are joined by Chloe Harraouche, cancer survivor and co-founder of The Lanby, a female-founded members only club that prioritizes a patient's needs from every touchpoint. What we talk about: Chloe's cancer diagnosis at 23 years old Her initial reaction to being diagnosed, and how she approached treatment The support system she had throughout treatment How Chloe identified the gaps in the healthcare system as a patient How she ultimately decided to start The Lanby Why health...

May 23, 202258 minSeason 3Ep. 118

117. How To Know When It's Time To Break Up, How To Break Up With Someone, & How To Get Over A Breakup

Welcome back! Today’s *solo* episode is all about breakups. What we talk about: Signs it’s time to break up How to break up with someone (at any stage in the relationship) Getting over a breakup Getting back out there Moving on after a breakup Talking about past relationships with a new partner & more! Here is the episode we referenced with Morgan Raphael ( @bunundone ). As always, find us on Instagram @mostlybalancedpodcast and on our website . Thanks for joining us and please leave a ratin...

May 16, 202252 minSeason 3Ep. 117

116. JEN GLANTZ, Bridesmaid For Hire, on Cold Feet Before The Wedding (& Other Things No One Tells You)

Welcome back! Today we are joined by Jen Glantz, founder of Bridesmaid for Hire, providing professional bridesmaid and maid of honor services to brides all across the world. Jen is also a 3x author and has been featured on the TODAY Show, Good Morning America, FOX News, CNN, and more. What we talk about: How Jen decided to start her business What it’s like being a hired bridesmaid/MOH Cold feet on your wedding day How being a bridesmaid (or not being a bridesmaid) impacts friendships How to writ...

May 09, 20221 hr 1 minSeason 3Ep. 116

115. JOHN DAVID & ANA GABRIEL MANN on the Secret to a Lasting Marriage

Welcome back! Today we are joined by John David & Ana Gabriel Mann, co-authors of The Go-Giver Marriage . John has written over 30 books, including four New York Times bestsellers and five national bestsellers. Ana is a clinically-trained therapist, corporate consultant, speaker, trainer, and business coach. They came together to write The Go-Giver Marriage as a way to help couples across the world unlock deeply satisfying, abundant relationships based on simple, everyday acts of generosity....

May 02, 20221 hrSeason 2Ep. 115

114. KATE BALESTRIERI on Changing the Narrative Around Sex

Welcome back! Today we are joined by Dr. Kate Balestrieri, Psychologist and Sex Therapist and founder & CEO of Modern Intimacy, a Mental Health Practice offering sex therapy and other therapy techniques for individuals and couples with specialization in relationships, trauma, PTSD, sex addiction, alternative lifestyles, mood disorders, LBTQ+ affirmative therapy, infidelity, and more. Dr. Kate is a Certified Sex Therapist, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, and Licensed Psychologist, with a D...

Apr 25, 202256 minSeason 2Ep. 114

113. Aisha Beau Frisbey on Conversations to Have Before Getting Engaged

Welcome back! Today we are joined by self-care writer, digital content creator, and speaker, Aisha Beau Frisbey. Aisha’s content focuses on beauty, wellness, travel, and mental health and she has been featured in Cosmopolitan.com, Refinery29, Allure.com, and more. What we talk about: Aisha’s journey climbing the corporate ladder in the beauty industry How a health scare led to her decision to take her blog full time The things no one tells you about working for yourself How she met her husband K...

Apr 18, 20221 hr 6 minSeason 2Ep. 113

112. TESS BRIGHAM on Decision Paralysis and How to Navigate Your 20s and 30s

Welcome back! Today we are joined by Tess Brigham, expert psychotherapist, certified life coach, and public speaker who has been dubbed the ‘Millennial Therapist’ by CNBC. This episode truly feels like a personal therapy session! What we talk about: Tess's own career path Why Tess focuses specifically on millennials The most common issues facing millennials today The most talked about topics at therapy How to determine what you actually want to do with your life How to navigate change How to han...

Apr 11, 202258 minSeason 2Ep. 112

111. AMY SCHULTZ on All the Conversations We Should Be Having About Money

Welcome back! Today we are joined my Amy Schultz, founder of Bolder, which focuses on financial wellness, with an emphasis on BIPOC and minorities as a whole. What we talk about: How to actually save money When to spend and when to save Why we feel guilty when we spend, and how not to What to do if you have a lot of debt Whether or not you should combine finances when you get married How to ask for a raise at work How to answer “what are your salary expectations?” on an interview & more! You...

Apr 04, 202258 minSeason 2Ep. 111

110. JULIANNE COSTIGAN on How to Dress to Feel Your Best

Welcome back! Today we are joined by celebrity and personal stylist Julianne Costigan. Julianne is known for her ability to combine luxury brands with mainstream fashion and has styled women like Meghan Patrick and Olivia Amato. Her passion is working with women of influence and empowering them to use style as a way to reach their goals and show the world what they are capable of achieving. What we talk about: how Julianne got into the industry what her relationship was with fashion growing up w...

Mar 28, 202254 minSeason 2Ep. 110

109. RACHEL DEALTO on How to *Actually* Meet Your Match Online (Or IRL, if That's More Your Thing)

Welcome back! Today we are joined by Rachel Dealto, author, speaker, and Chief Dating Expert for Match. Rachel has appeared on TLC, GMA, The Today Show, Hallmark Channel, Lifetime, and more. Her book, Relatable, has helped people across the world find happiness in life, love, and their careers. What we talk about: why modern dating can feel so difficult how to use dating apps successfully what to put on your dating app profile to get more likes (& what not to put) how to approach someone IRL...

Mar 21, 20221 hr 1 minSeason 2Ep. 109

108. HILARY WEINSTEIN on A First-Timer's Guide to Therapy

Welcome back! Today we are joined by Hilary Weinstein, New York City based psychotherapist and founder of HLW therapy, a group of psychotherapists specializing in the treatment of anxiety, eating disorders, trauma, depression, relationships, and family dynamics. What we talk about: Hilary's professional journey and why she founded HLW therapy Hilary's personal journey with eating disorders that led her to become a therapist Daily habits that negatively impact our mental health What we can all st...

Mar 14, 202249 minSeason 2Ep. 108

107. EFIA SULTER on Toxic Positivity and a Step by Step Guide to Manifesting Your Dream Life

Welcome back! Today we are joined by Efia Sulter, Mindset + Manifestation Coach and creator of the V.I.B.E.S Method for aligned manifestation. After being orphaned at a young age and then again at 14, Efia always wanted a “normal” life. Years later, she went from battling chronic illness, anxiety + depression to moving overseas from Scotland to Australia and manifesting her extraordinary life. Now, Efia’s mission is to empower people stop playing small, confidently manifest their desires and cre...

Mar 07, 20221 hr 1 minSeason 2Ep. 107

106. ALESSIA (SCAUZILLO) SCULPT on How Fitness Can Change Your Life

Welcome back! Today we are joined by Alessia Scauzillo, founder of A Sculpt Body. Alessia discovered her passion for fitness after losing her mom in 2011. She shares the story of how she fell in love with fitness, created her own method (ASB), built a community, and eventually made the decision to leave her finance career to pursue ASB full time. What we talk about: What makes ASB different Why she gravitates toward low impact movement How the loss of her mom guided her to fitness and empowered ...

Feb 28, 202255 minSeason 2Ep. 106

105. JEN LAUREN on How to Not Lose Yourself in Your Relationship

Welcome back! Today we are joined by Jen Lauren, host of Dare to Self Care podcast, chatting all about (you guessed it) self care and how to maintain a sense of self while in a long term relationship. What else we talk about: how Jen started her YouTube channel and podcast how she found a lifestyle that would give her multiple streams of income and allow her to pursue her passions how she met her boyfriend in high school (and is still with him 10 years later) how jealousy impacted her relationsh...

Feb 21, 20221 hr 3 minSeason 2Ep. 105

104. JENNA GRECO on Why You Should Change Your Career (& How to Do it)

Welcome back! Today we are joined by career coach, Jenna Greco. Jenna works with women who feel stuck in their career, helping them discover what it is they want to do, and giving them the tools they need to get there. Having spent the early part of her career in a corporate job that was not fulfilling her, she knows firsthand how unhappiness in your career can impact all other areas of your life. What we talk about: Why so many people feel this way in their late 20s, 30s, and 40s The impact our...

Feb 14, 202252 minSeason 2Ep. 104

103. Our Take on Popular Dating Rules and Advice

Welcome back! It’s just us this week and we’re sharing our take on a few popular dating rules, phrases, and advice. what we talk about: dating multiple people at once age differences in dating initiating dates, texts, etc. waiting to have sex being busy in early dating stages “if he wanted to he would” “if you’re confused they’re not interested” dating app turnoffs dating app parameters This week's recs: Carleigh's rec: The Fallout on HBO Max Mia's rec: Away Everywhere bag As always, find us on ...

Feb 07, 202238 minSeason 2Ep. 103

102. GILLIAN WILLIAMS on Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion the Workplace, and Creating Balance when Working From Home with your Partner

Welcome back! Today we are joined by Gillian Williams, globally trusted advisor, people advocate, and co-founder of Monday Talent, a women-led, value-driven recruitment agency backed by some of the leading global entities in the communications industry that is forging the future of the workplace by putting diversity, equality, and inclusion first. What we talk about: How to build a diverse team How to ask about DEI when interviewing for a new role Why it is important to create diversity from the...

Jan 31, 202253 minSeason 2Ep. 102

101. LISA MCCARTHY on Tangible Steps to Create the Career and Relationships You Want

Welcome back! Today we are joined by Lisa McCarthy, co-founder & CEO of The Fast Forward Group, a training and executive coaching program dedicated to helping people and companies change how they see their future and what is possible for their business, career and life. This episode is packed with tangible tips that can truly change your life. What we talk about: how to avoid “burnout” at work how to tell your manager if you’re unhappy with your work circumstances what typically holds people...

Jan 24, 202252 minSeason 2Ep. 101
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