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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.

Dating Vision Boards

Have you ever used a Dating Vision Boards? We discuss what we want on our dating vision boards. Rejoined by comedian Steve Soelberg!

Rejoining and Dating in your Faith

Dating as you re-enter a faith tradition is a unique and challenging proposition. Learn some tips and tricks from dating coach Kristin Sokol.

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)....

ChatGPT and Dating – Using AI in Dating

ChatGPT and dating is happening whether we know it or not. But how good is the use of Artificial Intelligence in the dating world? Can it come up with a dating profile for you? Can it be used to “chat” with people on dating apps for you? How would you respond if you found out that the dating profile of the person you were seeing was made by ChatGPT instead of the person’s authentic words? What are individuals ethically required to share when it comes to the use of AI in their dating efforts? What if you dated someone who had a previous relationship with an Artificial Intelligence creation? Would still date this person? What we discuss and learn might just surprise you.

Funny Online Dating Profiles – Minisode #2

This time we are sharing rapid fire examples of some funny online dating profiles. In this episode, we focus on those found through the Mutual dating App. Hilarity ensues.

Stigmas About Online Dating

Join us as we discuss the many different stigmas about online dating. Do those relationships last? Is online dating just for hooking up? Listen in for some great advice and some laughs to go with it.

Bad Dating Stories Mini-sode #1

The first episode in our new mini-sode’s is on bad dates! Join Barbie, Steve, and Nick as they share some of the funniest and most bizarre dating stories in rapid fashion. 

First Dates: What works and what doesn’t

Are you looking for first date ideas? Want to know what works and what doesn’t when it comes to first dates? We have a few good ideas and many bad ones. 

Dating After Divorce with Sariah and Kiko Arvizu

Learn about how Sariah and Kiko Arvizu overcame the challenges of dating after divorce, and their fun story of how they found each other. Enjoy their high energy as Barbie, Steve, and Nick talk dating after divorce with some people who have “been there.”

How do YOU feel loved? How do YOU feel motivated?

How do YOU feel loved? That is a question that people don't often ask themselves, or qualify. Some speak of love languages and that is fine, but its also a little cheesy and trendy. Barbie has a theory, that the way we are motivated, is also the way we can communicate...

Paperclipping your ex’s

Have you ever been paperclipped? Have you paperclipped someone else? Do you have any idea what we mean when we talk about paper-clipping someone? Then listen to this episode to see if you are "that person" that paperclips people. Paperclipping your ex's is not as...