Maya Sank (AKA Maya Moves AKA wedding dance instructor extraordinaire) joins the podcast today to share her experiences working with couples before they walk down the aisle. We hear what dynamics Maya sees among her clients, what it’s like working with bridezillas and groomzillas, and what qualities she sees amongst couples she admires. We hear how she and her fiancé met and what it’s been like having a long engagement. Plus, we discuss being in different life stages than friends and how being a...
May 14, 2024•54 min
Emily Kellman (27) opens up about how finding out that she is a BRCA1 gene mutation carrier has impacted her life. She shares what the testing process was like and how she felt when she “tested positive.” We hear how she, her family, and her doctors worked together to determine the best path forward, and what her fears and anxieties have been like along the way. Emily tells us how she’s had to plan for her future in her twenties to ensure she’s able to have the life and family that she wants. Em...
May 09, 2024•43 min
To celebrate the release of her new novel, “This Summer Will Be Different,” my favorite author Carley Fortune joins the podcast today! Carley and I chat about what we’ve learned about love and relationships from the characters and love stories in her three novels. We discuss how her childhood experiences shaped the characters and settings in her books, how female friendships play a major role in relationships, and if “right person, wrong time” holds true. Carley tells us her transformation from ...
May 07, 2024•49 min
I'm joined by a woman who opens up about how her nine-year relationship with her high school boyfriend that was filled with infidelity and emotional abuse finally came to an end. She shares how she held onto the idea of what the person she wanted him to be vs the person he was, along with how she became stronger because of what she went through. We discuss dating after a breakup of this magnitude, what she learned from working with a life coach, and what she's looking for now. Plus, we chat abou...
May 02, 2024•52 min
I’m joined by Jennifer Teplin, LCSW and founder of Manhattan Wellness, joins the show to talk about how we can own that your 20s might not be the best time of your life, and that’s okay. We discuss the idea of who we thought we would be vs who we are, how to embrace where we’re at, and why you should never compare yourself to anyone else’s timeline or life milestones. We chat about the pressure to find, “the one,” and answer listener questions about managing anxiety in the early stages of dating...
Apr 30, 2024•54 min
I’m joined by a 25-year-old listener who is wise beyond her years. She shares the various ways her dating mindset has changed over the past year (which she documents in a note on her phone). I don’t want to spoil them, but if you listen to one thing this week, let it be this episode! Disrupt your anxious spirals with Presently Mindfulness Bracelets. Head to https://presentlybracelets.com/discount/SEEINGOTHERPEOPLE and use the code SEEINGOTHERPEOPLE for 10% off your order. Say goodbye to your anx...
Apr 25, 2024•46 min
Kayla Kleinman, book lover, introvert, and realistic wellness content creator joins the SOP family today. Kayla and I chat about learning to be unapologetically yourself, the difference between being alone and being lonely, and how to differentiate your feelings vs. your anxiety. We chat living alone, enjoying your own company, saying no to plans you don’t want to do, and embracing the weird things you’re obsessed with. Kayla opens up about her experience in couples therapy and how it allowed he...
Apr 23, 2024•49 min
My friend Emily joins the podcast today to open up about taking a leap of faith and moving across the country. She shares the mindset that she had that allowed her to meet other people, say yes to everything, and create the life she wanted for herself. We discuss dating in NY vs LA, comparing yourself to your younger siblings, and making new friends in your 30s. Finally, Emily tells us what went into her decision to freeze her eggs and how she feels now that she went through the process. Disrupt...
Apr 18, 2024•53 min
I’m joined by Carleigh Ferrante, writer and host of the dating and wellness podcast Mostly Balanced. Carleigh and I chat about how she went from being avoidant and fiercely independent to manifesting her now-boyfriend of over a year. We discuss how she maintained her independence in her relationship, why it’s important to look within when considering what you’re looking for, and how you can set yourself up for dating success. We answer listener questions about the ick, saving friendships, and ma...
Apr 16, 2024•49 min
On this Unfiltered, I’m joined by a woman who opens up about the year long relationship she was in where her boyfriend was unable to love her due to trauma from past relationships. She shares how he continuously told her he wanted to get there, how she remained patient, and how it became an elephant in the room and often prevented her from expressing her love. We hear what finally led her to break things off with him, and how she’s working to move forward knowing that she’s worthy of love. Disru...
Apr 11, 2024•52 min
My oldest brother Andrew interviews me about my journey with Seeing Other People over the last few years. I open up about the imposter syndrome I've faced, my biggest challenges with my role, and what I fear people finding out about me. We discuss how I decided what parts of my life to reveal on the podcast, how I've grown from it over the years, and what the most rewarding parts of my job are. Andrew shares what the cringiest part of his sister hosting a podcast is, what it's been like seeing m...
Apr 09, 2024•1 hr 3 min
Ava Nouri, RD and host of the Loving Wellness podcast, joins us to discuss how to approach dating and relationships in a more loving and intentional way. Ava shares how relationships should be a vehicle for self-discovery and how we can stay in gratitude in our relationships and not take our partner for granted. We hear how Ava and her partner successfully survived their years of being in a long-distance relationship, and she opens up about how she’s maintained her independence in her relationsh...
Apr 04, 2024•53 min
Minaa B, LCSW and author of Owning Our Struggles joins the show to share her expertise on healing and embracing our past experiences. We hear how everyone has something they can heal from and the accessible ways anyone can begin their healing journey. Minaa explains how we often contribute to our own suffering in dating by over romanticizing, and she breaks down how the stories we create in our minds are more rewarding than reality, which leads to more pain when something doesn’t work out. Follo...
Apr 02, 2024•57 min
Nearly 8 months after coming on the podcast to commiserate about being in a dating drought, Erica Shea is back on to share how she found her person and has built a happy and healthy relationship. Erica shares what changed for her in her dating life and mindset leading up to meeting him, their romcom-worthy meet-cute, and how going slow allowed her to feel more secure. She shares how they both knew it was right, and we hear what it’s been like introducing each other to their families and planning...
Mar 28, 2024•54 min
I'm joined by Brianna McCabe, author of "The Red Flags I Repeatedly Ignored" to discuss why it's so important to consider our role in the things that happen to us. We chat about how our self-worth, friendships, and alcohol consumption all relate to the dating and relationship experiences we have, and why it's incredibly important to look within at our personal red flags. We discuss behaviors we've exhibited in the past that we're horrified about now, why the answers are always right there in fro...
Mar 26, 2024•57 min
I'm joined by my childhood friend Jordan who made a sudden move from New York to Amsterdam, four years ago. Jordan shares why she took the risk to move to a new country, how her family and friends reacted to the news, and what it was like picking up and starting a new life in a new place. Jordan opens up about how she approached making friends, establishing roots, dating, and feeling comfortable and at home in a foreign country. We hear how she met her now longterm boyfriend and what her fears w...
Mar 21, 2024•50 min
Emma Wilson, Life Coach and host of the Turning 30 Podcast, joins the show today! Emma and I discuss how to navigate feeling like you’re falling behind. We about the pressure we’ve felt at different phases of our lives to have it all figured out and get to that next stage, and why it’s so much better to wait for the right person rather than saying yes to one you don’t feel sure about. Emma opens up about breaking off a four-year long relationship at the age of 33 and how instead of setting her b...
Mar 19, 2024•54 min
TW: This episode may be triggering to those with sensitivities around eating disorders and body image. My friend Elana Rubin joins the show today to open up about how her struggle with disordered eating and body image has impacted her self-confidence, relationships, and dating life. She shares how a conversation with a boy when she was fourteen changed the way she viewed herself and had a lasting impact on her self-worth. Elana vulnerably discusses how she's worked through her struggles, what sh...
Mar 14, 2024•1 hr 7 min
I’m joined by celebrity fitness trainer, Daniel McKenna, AKA The Irish Yank, to hear about how becoming mentally and physically stronger can transform your confidence and change your dating life. We discuss why fitness has the ability to get someone through a difficult time, and how to get yourself to go to the gym if you’re intimidated. Daniel shares what he’s observed from his female clients when it comes to their dating lives. We hear what he wishes women understood about men and what he sees...
Mar 12, 2024•59 min
On this week's Unfiltered episode, I’m joined by Mitchell, a 26-year from Minnesota who shares his experience starting a situation off casual, but later having it turn to more. We discuss how "box theory" doesn't account for how dynamic we are as individuals and how our feelings are constantly evolving. Mitchell opens up about learning from each dating experience and relationship he's had, and how he holds himself accountable for not making the same mistake twice. Finally, we discuss the pros an...
Mar 07, 2024•49 min
Remi Stern, life coach, and her husband Jonathan are cohosts of the "You're Allowed to Hate Your Hubsand" podcast. Remi and Jonathan join the show to talk about what they were looking for when they met each other, the expectations vs. realities of marriage, and how they view marriage as a dedication vs. "work." Jonathan shares how he thinks women can approach dating in a better way, and we discuss how we can shift our mindsets to have less pain and more success in our dating lives and relationsh...
Mar 05, 2024•1 hr 4 min
I'm joined by Jacob, a 28 year old in NYC who opens up about going from a tumultuous, long distance, on again off again relationship to now being one year into a healthy relationship with someone he met on Hinge. We hear what his frustrations were when navigating the apps for the first time, what stood out about his now-girlfriend's profile, and how they stayed in touch when she went away for a few weeks after their first date. He shares how guys vs girls in his life approach dating when it come...
Feb 29, 2024•42 min
I'm joined by Garin Flowers, writer, journalist, communications expert, and former Bachelorette contestant. We chat about how long you should wait to see if chemistry develops, how to talk about your values and dating goals on a first date, and whether or not a first-date kiss is a reflection on how the date actually went. Garin shares what he learned about dating and confidence from being on The Bachelorette, as well as how being a journalist has helped him navigate communicating on dates. We a...
Feb 27, 2024•49 min
This weeks unfiltered guest joins us to open up about reconnecting with two people from her past, almost two decades later. She shares what she learned from the experience, what surprised her, and if she would recommend reaching out to your ex. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 22, 2024•49 min
TW: This episode may be triggering to those with sensitivities around eating disorders and body image. Dr. Rachel Goldman, PHD Psychologist and Speaker, joins the podcast to share her expertise on how to overcome some of the biggest challenges that women are facing when it comes to dating, self love, and confidence. We discuss the pressures that society and social media put on us when it comes to how to look, what we're doing, and what our timelines are. Dr. Rachel explains why we should strive ...
Feb 20, 2024•51 min
My maid of honor Julia (!!!) and her fiancé Luke join the show to share their experiences dating while Julia went through medical school and now her residency. We hear what drew them to each other on Coffee Meets Bagel and how their app date turned into a livelong love story. We discuss what how their relationship changed when Julia became a med student, what sacrifices and compromises they each had to make, and how they worked through Julia’s demanding schedule together. We chat about their mov...
Feb 15, 2024•57 min
Talia Koren AKA @dating.intentionally and I sit down to discuss why dating is so damn hard and what steps we can take to make it suck less. We hear about Talia’s recent engagement, how she and her now-fiancé built a strong foundation, why she was dating other people when she met him, and how she gave a chance to someone who wasn’t her usual type. We discuss the importance of experimenting with different dating styles, testing out dating advice, and finding what works for you. We chat about love ...
Feb 13, 2024•53 min
Kristina Kane, Actress and Host of Dirty Daytini, joins the show to discuss some hard truths she’s learned throughout dating. We discuss the differences in dating in LA vs NY, how we healed from toxic relationships, going after what we want, tailoring our profiles to help attract the right person, and more. Follow Kristina on Instagram @itskristinakane and listen to @dirtydaytini wherever you get your podcasts! Watch the Tyler Perry “Let Them Go” video here. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
Feb 08, 2024•48 min
Victoria Alario, Confidence Coach and Host of For The Girls podcast, joins the Seeing Other People family today. We discuss what safety looks and feels like in a relationship, how to stop falling for a version of someone you created in your head, and why you need to focus on how you feel about them instead of how they feel about you. Victoria shares her expertise on how to become more confident, why you shouldn’t let someone’s disinterest shake your confidence, and how to develop standards that ...
Feb 06, 2024•57 min
I’m joined by Linda Panda, a DC-based woman in her mid thirties who opens up about how being raised in Utah with Asian parents impacted her dating life. She shares that while she didn’t have her first kiss until she was 25, a series of whirlwind romance stories would follow. We hear about her mindset with dating, how she’s approached meeting people off of dating apps, and why she’s open to finding a sperm done if she doesn’t find a partner. Follow along with Linda's adventures at @wanderwithpand...
Feb 01, 2024•49 min
