UNFILTERED: I’m joined by a woman from Canada who shares the story of the LDR she was in during COVID while the America/Canada border was semi-closed. We discuss meeting someone who restores your hope in dating, the added pressure that comes with texting someone for a while before meeting, keeping communication strong when you aren’t seeing each other for a while, whether or not it means something when the cadence of texting changes, how the stakes are raised when you’re traveling for dates, and...
Aug 18, 2022•1 hr 3 min
I’m joined by writer, producer, actress & model, Emily Ruhl. We discuss sharing your fears and anxieties with the people you’re dating, learning from each heartbreak, loving and hating someone at the same time, and how the length of a relationship does not equal the emotional impact of the relationship. Emily shares her experience dating after addiction, being friends with multiple exes, and how she prioritizes maintaining her independence when in relationships. Check out Emily’s short film ...
Aug 16, 2022•1 hr 4 min
I'm joined by a 23 year old woman in NYC who shares her experience dating within the Jewish community. We discuss being raised Jewish, deciding to pursue relationships with other Jews, and filtering within the community for what we're looking for. She shares date fails and hilarious dating stories, which apps worked and didn't work for her, why she opted to go on shorter first dates, and how she met her current partner. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/seeing-other-people/donation...
Aug 11, 2022•51 min
I’m joined by Justina and Slavo from the LA-based indie pop duo, Fly By Midnight. They share how they’ve supported each other through different stages of their dating lives, how where they were in their career at different times impacted their ability and desire to pursue serious relationships, and how they’ve made it work with their partners through various stages of their lives and careers. We discuss how everyone has different communication needs, the importance of having difficult conversati...
Aug 09, 2022•1 hr
UNFILTERED: I’m joined by Mackenzie (24) who hosts the podcast Taste of Blonde. We discuss her breakup from a healthy long-term relationship, how she handled seeing him move on so quickly, getting back out there too soon, self-sabotaging new connections, how her disorganized attachment style plays into her dating life, how family matters can complicate relationships and breakups, and more. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/seeing-other-people/donations Learn more about your ad choi...
Aug 04, 2022•50 min
On this episode, I'm joined by my ex Jordan who I dated for six months in the beginning of the pandemic until he ended things, seemingly out of the blue. After not speaking for two years, we recently reconnected when I saw his Instagram post announcing and celebrating that he came out. Jordan and I sit down to discuss his coming out journey, including years of experimenting, moving to a new city where he could fully explore his sexuality, and finally coming out to his friends and family after ke...
Aug 02, 2022•1 hr 2 min
UNFILTERED: I’m joined by a woman who thought things were going well with the guy she was seeing until she when saw a Bumble notification pop up on his phone, after establishing they had both deleted the apps. She shares how she approached confronting him, what his explanation was, whether or not she believed him and could trust him, and unfolded from there. Overcome your dating anxiety just like I did by taking Mindset Wellness CBD's Happy gummy before a date and Calm gummy after! Grab yours to...
Jul 28, 2022•33 min
I’m joined by the anonymous founder of @couplesconfessional, an online safe space for relationships, dating, and singles to share stories, ask questions and start related conversations with other followers – anonymously. We discuss what led her to start Couples Confessional, the benefits of getting advice from strangers, what people are struggling with the most in modern dating, and the most relatable and memorable confessions. We hear confessions about struggling to get over someone you never a...
Jul 26, 2022•1 hr 2 min
UNFILTERED: In this episode, I'm joined by a male in his late twenties to discuss the differences in the dating advice that men and women get. We discuss mixed messages, playing games, shooting your shot, commitment, rejection, and everything in between. He shares what he wishes girls did differently in dating, what conversations girls should be less afraid to bring up, the importance of saying what you mean and meaning what you say, and more. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/seei...
Jul 21, 2022•51 min
I’m joined by dating coach Erika Ettin aka @alittlenudge to break down everything you need to know about texting when it comes to dating. From messaging on the apps, to planning the date, following up after the date, and communicating between dates, we’re giving you the full Texting 101 college course in this episode. We answer listener questions about texting for a month before meeting up, determining whether or not someone is starting to slow fade you and what you should do, and how to handle ...
Jul 19, 2022•1 hr 6 min
UNFILTERED: I’m joined by fitness entrepreneur Kyle Axman who shares the story of getting back out there and finding love after breaking up with his partner of five years just a few months after getting engaged. We hear how they originally met, how their relationship progressed, what led to them calling it quits, and what it was like starting over. He shares how he got back out there and dated without using dating apps, how he determined what he was looking for, when and how he brought up his pr...
Jul 14, 2022•48 min
On this hilarious episode, I’m joined by John Franklin, comedian, musician, and star of Netflix’s “The Circle.” We hear how his time on The Circle changed his life, his history of being a “relationship guy,” absurdly funny date stories, epic date fails, do’s and don’ts for one night stands, and more. Check out John’s live shows on his website https://www.johnfranklincomedy.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 12, 2022•1 hr 5 min
On this Unfiltered, I’m joined by Jenna, a 26-year-old living in Austin, Texas. Jenna opens up about being one of the only single people in her friend group, what it’s like being on different timelines than her friends, the pressure singles often face of getting unsolicited dating advice from everyone in their lives, trying not to be the bitter single person, letting go of people who weren’t meant to be, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 07, 2022•57 min
On this episode, I’m joined by Carly Silverman, TikTok star and Lox Club’s Senior Growth Manager. We hear how she went from feeling lost and heartbroken while living and working with her ex boyfriend to having her faith restored in modern dating through her role at Lox Club. We discuss how to make dating more fun, the bold first moves she made with her now-boyfriend, FaceTime dates, transparency around healing from an unhealthy relationship, what you don’t know about your partner until you move ...
Jul 05, 2022•55 min
The majority of this episode was originally recorded with an anonymous guest in February, 2021. After hearing the devastating news of SCOTUS overturning Roe v. Wade, she and I jumped back on the mic to share how we are feeling, how this impacts someone who has previously gotten an abortion, what we can do to help, and how it feels to be a woman in 2022. Then, we replay the original episode where she shares the story of her unplanned pregnancy her senior year of college. She shares the moment she...
Jun 30, 2022•41 min
I'm joined by Alyssa Ljub, Sex & Relationship Coach and recent star on Netflix's 'The Circle.' Alyssa shares how and why she became a sex coach, tips for creating genuine connections over text, when and how to have conversations around condoms and STI testing before having sex, how to communicate about sexual needs, fears and previous traumas with a new partner, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 28, 2022•58 min
UNFILTERED: I'm joined by a 40 year old woman who shares the pressure she's felt over the last twenty years to find her person, get married, and settle down. We discuss how our society makes us feel like we're running out of time and have to meet someone by a certain age, what it's like to see your friends get into relationships and move forward with their partners while you're not, and how to accept that some relationships aren't right, no matter how much we sometimes wish they were. We hear ho...
Jun 23, 2022•50 min
I’m joined by Helena Rosen (Former SOP Guest “27 Years Single”) and Laurina Sachetti, hosts of Funny Girls podcast. Helena reflects on being in her first relationship at 28 years old, how she met someone shortly after accepting that being single, and how the conversation went when she told her now-boyfriend that she had never been in a relationship. We hear about Laurina’s bizarre dating experiences including learning her date had a kid from his phone background, and being taken to a funeral on ...
Jun 21, 2022•54 min
I'm joined by a woman who tells us about her partner asking to remove the "boyfriend/girlfriend" label just weeks after he asked her to be his girlfriend. We hear how his request fueled her insecurities, left her feeling confused, led her to feel like she had to play games to win him back, and ultimately resulted in a painful breakup. Schedule an Emotional Support Human session or a Dating App Profile Revamp with me at direct.me/ilanadunn. Overcome your dating anxiety just like I did by taking M...
Jun 16, 2022•1 hr 5 min
I’m joined by Jared Freid and Jordana Abraham, hosts of Betches’ U Up? Podcast', or as I like to call them, the mom and dad of modern dating. We discuss whether or not there’s truth to the most common dating phrases we hear including “you’ll find someone when you stop looking,” “there’s someone out there for everyone,” “you have to love yourself before you can be loved by someone else,” and more. Later, we answer listener questions about vulnerability, overcoming nervousness and date anxiety, de...
Jun 14, 2022•1 hr 1 min
I’m joined by a 30-year-old man from Washington, D.C. who shares what his dating journey has been like since it began when around 27 years old. We hear about how being bullied in school ultimately led to anxiety and self-confidence issues that held him back from putting himself out there in the dating world. He shares what he learned from working with a dating coach and a matchmaker, the feedback he received from his dates that helped him improve, how he navigates not being able to use his phone...
Jun 09, 2022•1 hr 2 min
I’m joined by Molly Fedick, my former Hinge colleague and the founder of Buzzkill Wines, an Alcohol-Removed Sauvignon Blanc. Molly shares sober dating tips and reads a hilariously relatable excerpt from her high school journal. Later, Molly opens up about how going to rehab helped her rediscover herself and reevaluate her values, how therapy helped her realize she had been going for the wrong types of people, why we’re way too quick to judge someone, how she approaches meeting people IRL instead...
Jun 07, 2022•1 hr 3 min
On this Unfiltered, I'm joined by a woman who was raised Mormon. She shares how she lived by the rules, was extremely obedient and felt promised that if she did everything right and married a "good guy," she would be blessed. After 11 years of marriage, she learned that her husband had been unfaithful nearly their entire marriage and was a sex addict. Fast forward and she's exploring the dating world for the first time while reevaluating her faith, her values, and her beliefs about sex. Support ...
Jun 02, 2022•1 hr 13 min
On this episode I’m joined by Sam Panitch and Parker Yablon, the men of Elevation Nation. We hear about what problems guys face in dating that women don’t realize, where they get their dating and relationship advice from, why more men should be in therapy, the key to building a healthy relationships from the start, what a perfect date looks like, and their thoughts on playing games and following dating rules. Later we answer listener questions about why he texts you after the first date but does...
May 31, 2022•1 hr 34 min
On this Unfiltered episode, I'm joined by a 28-year-old man from Scotland who is dating for the first time in 12 years due to the chronic illness diagnosis he received when he was a teenager, accompanied by a cancer diagnosis shortly after. We hear what his journey has been like and how it's impacted his relationships, friendships, and mental health. He shares his fears surrounding putting himself out there and we hear how his 31-year-old brother who recently passed away helped give him the push...
May 26, 2022•1 hr 4 min
Ali AKA Finding Mr. Height is back on the show for the most requested episode yet. We’re giving you a Dating Apps 101 course covering everything you need to know about dating apps. We discuss which dating apps you should be on, mistakes you’re probably making, do’s and don’ts for prompts, photos, conversation starters, how long you should chat for, getting from the app to the date, and everything in between. Schedule an Emotional Support Human session or a Dating App Profile Revamp with me at di...
May 24, 2022•1 hr 31 min
I'm joined by a 33-year-old woman who shares her dating experiences. We discuss her dating app profile and conversation pain points, how she's maintained a healthy friend with benefits situation for over a year, why and how she investigated the pool of daters out there through a fake dating app profile, being the only single one in the friend group, balancing talking to multiple people at once, worst and best date stories. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/seeing-other-people/donat...
May 19, 2022•55 min
I kick off this solo episode by opening up about career growing pains, feeling sad about the dating world, and the pressure I put on myself to succeed. After concluding my vent session, I answer listener questions about when and how to say "I love you," whether or not I think guys and girls can be just friends, how to handle If someone treats you like a boyfriend or girlfriend but won't call you that, maintaining your independence when you start talking to someone new and being newly single when...
May 17, 2022•50 min
I'm joined by a man who shares his experience fighting cancer throughout his 20s. He discusses how it's impacted his dating life and his social life, how he navigated ending things with someone he started dating in remission as his cancer came back, how he feels about the possibility of putting himself out there to date again, when and how he would approach discussing his medical history with a potential partner, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 12, 2022•43 min
I’m Joined by Katie Gatti, AKA Money with Katie, to discuss the most common money issues that singles and couples face. We discuss who should get the check and what it means if you split it, when and how you should talk about how much money you make, having a different financial situation than your friends, dealing with families and money when wedding planning, and how to navigate when your partner makes more than you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 10, 2022•1 hr 6 min
