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Great Expectations?

Many people have strong expectations when it comes to dating opportunities. In this episode, we discuss the idea of going on a singles cruise, what sort of expectations people can or should have when engaging in an event with such high costs, and how to balance our...

Understanding Relationship Attachments with Ginger Healy

In this episode, Kristin Sokol, and Nick Galieti sit down with Ginger Healy to surface some ideas relating to the intersection of childhood traumas and some of the ways these experiences inform the relationships people seek out.

Dating Games with the One And Only Game King – w/guest Darin Adams

Are dates starting to get boring? That will change after playing the games shared with us by Darin Adam, known on Instagram as One And Only Game King. On this episode, Kristin Sokol, Nick Galieti, and Holly Venable are joined by Darin Adams, who shares some of the...

What To Say On A First Date

Do your first dates end up being this boring, repetitive, even silently enduring experience because no one knows how to start up engaging conversations? This episode will give you several options or methods to start up conversations to help you get to know your date...

March Madness Dating Challenge

In college basketball, March Madness is arguably the most popular part of college sports. But in the dating world, this time of year is the first season, post Valentine's Day, to challenge yourself to find a new love in your life. In this episode we give you 31 tips,...

Singles Mingle 5K with Molly Bitton

This episode marks the start of Barbie Does Dating where Kristin Sokol is at the helm. With that new start we will kick off a new podcast season with special guest Molly Bitton. Molly is organizing the Singles Mingle 5K walk/run. Molly shares her life story and how...

Meaning making in Dating

In this episode of Barbie Does Dating, Barbie, Nick, Steve, and Kristin Sokol, delve into the intricate dance of meaning-making in the dating world, exploring how individuals navigate the often blurred lines between truth and meaning. Through engaging anecdotes and...

Solvable Turn Offs

In this episode of "Barbie Does Dating," Barbie, Nick, Steve, and Kristin Sokol, dive into the world of "solvable turn-offs" in relationships. From minor habits that can easily be adjusted to bigger personality quirks that might need some introspection, we explore the...

Dating Hunger Games

In this final episode of Season 3 of Barbie Does Dating, and as we head into 2025, Barbie introduces another TikTok dating phenomenon called Dating Hunger Games From TikTok'r DanaAlyss. What are the Dating Hunger Games you ask? Well, listen to the episode to learn....

2024 Dating Year in Review

What did you see as dating trends in 2024? Did you have some highs and lows this year to help inform your 2025?

Romanticize and Catastrophize in Dating: What’s the next step

In this episode, we discuss ways to short-circuit anxious thinking errors. We also talk about wenises and face knees. You’re welcome.

Soft, Fun, and Feminine – with Jhill Seraphina

In a previous episode with guest Jhill Seraphina, we discussed the book Find a Husband After 35: Using What I Learned at Harvard Business School by Rachel Greenwald. In this episode, Barbie, Nick, and Dating Coach Kristin Sokol, go through how these principles apply...

Find a Husband After 35: (Using What I Learned at Harvard Business School)

Barbie, Nick, Kristin Sokol, and Jhill Seraphina, discuss the best-selling book, Find a Husband After 35: What I learned in Harvard Business School by Rachael Greenwald.

Minisode #6 – Good, Bad, Cute dating stories

It’s time for another Minisode! This time we will be sharing some good, bad, and cute dating stories. Our guest for this episode is Jhill Seraphina, also known as Vibes of Light. We go through some awkward or bad dating stories, some good ones, and some adorably cute and snuggly dating stories. Join us for a fun and quick shot of Barbie Does Dating.

Psychology of First Impressions

The Psychology of First Impressions is a complicated but interesting topic when considered in light of dating. Online dating, in person dating, on the phone, or text, there are many openings for first impressions. Some research shows that you only have 3 seconds to...

Why Don’t Men Ask Questions On Dates?

Why don't men ask questions on dates? Why don't women ask questions on dates? Is asking questions really THAT hard? And if someone doesn't ask really good questions is THAT a deal breaker? Barbie, Nick, and dating coach Kristin Sokol discuss the various experiences...

Can’t Buy Me Love – Using a Matchmaker in Dating

On this episode, we are joined by Catherine who courageously came on to talk about her experience using a paid matchmaking service. Learn some of the principles of what you should expect from a matchmaking service, both as a man or a woman (and they are different)....

Online Dating as a Supplement

Barbie, Nick, and guest Co-host Kristin Sokol discuss treating online dating as a supplement to your social calendar rather than the thing fully responsible for your dating happiness.