Dateable: Your insider's look into modern dating and relationships
Episodes
Advice To Our Younger Selves: Handling Mixed Signals
03 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wasted time trying to decode people who are giving mixed signals? If you've spent hours re-reading messages, overanalyzing tone and ...
S22E8: Dating Again After Infidelity & Other Betrayal
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had a relationship where you thought "this is it" only for it to crumble right before your eyes? Add in if there was any infidel...
Quickie w/ Julie: Dating Skills vs. Relating Skills
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you find yourself getting dates but they never turn into relationships, you may be over-indexiing "dating skills" and undervaluing "rel...
S22E7: Secrets From A Modern Matchmaker w/ Jaydi Kuba Samuels
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you've tried matchmaking yourself or just learned about it from TV, we're giving you a behind the scenes look into the art of the setu...
Quickie w/ Yue: The True Villain In A Situationship
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Situationships always have a villain—but it might not be who you think. In this episode, Yue challenges the narrative that the non-committal partner...
S22E6: The Psychology of Relationships
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why do some relationships thrive while others seem to fall apart? The answer isn't luck; it's psychology. Join us as we dive into the next pha...
Quickie w/ Julie: The #1 Skill You Can Have In Dating
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie is breaking down the biggest change she made when dating the last time around before meeting her now-husband: seeking clarity. ...
S22E5: Why You Think You're Single vs. What Your Friends Really Think (From the Perspective of 2 Male BFFs)
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought you knew why dating was so hard only for your best friend to have a completely different perspective of what's keeping you s...
Quickie w/ Yue: Love Isn't Blind (And Not For The Reasons You Think)
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Emotional connection is powerful—but is it enough? In this episode, Yue questions the idea that love can truly be “blind" but beyond just bein...
S22E4: Dating, Relationships & Having Kids In Midlife w/ Claire & James Davis
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you're approaching 40 or have cleared this milestone, you may be feeling anxious about what's to come. We're talking to James &...
Quickie w/ Julie: It's Not Settling If You Have These 3 Things
28 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if the real risk isn’t settling… it’s misunderstanding what makes love last? In this episode, Julie challenges the way we think about choos...
S22E3: Decentering Men & Dating (Without Giving Up On Finding Love) w/ Allison Goldberg
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt so burnt out on dating you wanted to give up? This may sound counterintuitive but we're talking about how decentering men and d...
Quickie w/ Yue: Hard Maybe On Kids
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel pressured to choose a side on big life decisions? Yue explores the freedom of living in the gray area, especially when it comes to having ki...
S22E2: What We've Gotten Wrong About Attraction, Choosing The Right Partners & Long-Term Connection (According To Science) w/ Paul Eastwick
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We're back with one of our most popular guests Dr. Paul Eastwick to debunk some of the biggest myths – from the outdated "dating market"...
Quickie w/ Julie: Has Dating Gotten Harder In The Last 10 Years?
15 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dating may feel harder, but has it truly gotten harder in the last 10 years? Julie is breaking down her hypothesis that what we do know is that it sur...
S22E1: 10 Years Of Dateable: What's Changed From 2016 to 2026 (In Dating)
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
SEASON 22 IS OFFICIALLY HERE! And it's also our 10 year anniversary special from when our first episode went live back in Feb 2016. We're to t...
Quickie w/ Yue: The Secret To Changing Your Beliefs On Finding Love, Aging, and All The Big Stuff
08 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ever been told to "believe in yourself" and thought, "How?" Yue explores why belief isn't about commands but proof. Inspired by Ni...
Yue Interviews Julie: Coming Out Of The Post-Wedding Blues & Entering The Next Stage Of Her Relationship
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week we're turning the tables and Yue is interviewing Julie now! Julie shares her experiences (and surprises!) about married life, including ...
Quickie w/ Julie: The 5 Questions To Ask To See If They Have The Capacity For A Relationship
01 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's easy to get wrapped up in the chemistry and connection with someone without actually being objective if they have the capacity of a relations...
Julie Interviews Yue: From Breakups To Makeups and Stepping Into Alignment in 2026
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We're back with a crowd favorite of when we interview each other! This week, Julie interviews Yue, starting with her reflections on 2025 and how s...
Quickie w/Yue: What I Learned When I Stopped Being Proud of Being Intimidating
25 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With the throwback to 2016 trend, Yue reflected back to what she was like during that time when dating. As someone who was often told she was "int...
Are You Ready For Love in 2026? 10 Questions To Ask Yourself Now
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We often ask "Are they ready for a relationship?" but the more important questions is "Are you ready?" We're revealing 10 question...
Quickie w/ Julie: What Relational Intelligence Looks Like In Early Dating
18 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We talk about the need for emotional intelligence all the time, but what about relational intelligence? In many ways, it's as important or if not ...
What's in Store For Your Dating Archetype In The Year Of The Horse
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As we approach the year of the horse – a year full of movement, momentum, courage and moving forward – we wanted to dive into how 2026 will look...
Quickie w/ Yue: Why We Need To Be A Bit Delulu When It Comes To Love
11 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We're all so rational when it comes to dating and trying to find our person. But what if we need to be a bit more delusional? And what's missi...
Manifesting Better Dating Experiences & Relationships for 2026
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Happy 2026 all! We're back bringing that new year energy and sharing why 2026 – the year of the horse – will be better for your love life. We ...
Quickie w/ Julie: How to Prepare for Peak Dating Season (Dating Sunday and Beyond)
04 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dating Sunday (the first Sunday in January) is the busiest day for online dating, seeing huge spikes in activity. So how do you maximize this peak dat...
8 DAYS OF DATING OPTIMISM: Finding Love At Any Age (Day #8)
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we approach the new year, we're bringing you a special series: the 8 days of dating optimism, where we air the top episodes that restored our h...
8 DAYS OF DATING OPTIMISM: Following Your Intuition (Day #7)
28 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we approach the new year, we're bringing you a special series: the 8 days of dating optimism, where we air the top episodes that restored our h...
8 DAYS OF DATING OPTIMISM: The Boyfriend Manual (Day #6)
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we approach the new year, we're bringing you a special series: the 8 days of dating optimism, where we air the top episodes that restored our h...
8 DAYS OF DATING OPTIMISM: Meeting Your Half Orange (Day #5)
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we approach the new year, we're bringing you a special series: the 8 days of dating optimism, where we air the top episodes that restored our h...
8 DAYS OF DATING OPTIMISM: Just Keep Going (Day #4)
21 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we approach the new year, we're bringing you a special series: the 8 days of dating optimism, where we air the top episodes that restored our h...
8 DAYS OF DATING OPTIMISM: Make Dating Fun Again (Day #3)
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we approach the new year, we're bringing you a special series: the 8 days of dating optimism, where we air the top episodes that restored our h...
8 DAYS OF DATING OPTIMISM: Just Say Yes (Day #2)
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we approach the new year, we're bringing you a special series: the 8 days of dating optimism, where we air the top episodes that restored our h...
8 DAYS OF DATING OPTIMISM: Trust In Your Timing (Day #1)
14 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we approach the new year, we're bringing you a special series: the 8 days of dating optimism, where we air the top episodes that restored our h...
S21E17: How To Be Detached in Dating Yet Still Open For A Relationship w/ Sabrina Bendory
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Being detached doesn't mean that you don't care or give up on dating. But it does mean that you know your worth and aren't going to settle...
#brunchtalk: Why Being Single DOESN'T Suck During The Holidays (And the Best Ways To Meet People This Time of Year)
07 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hot take: The holidays are actually the best time to be single. Between holiday parties, so many events, and everyone feeling merry, there are SO many...
S21E16: Inside A Man's Journey To Becoming Emotionally Available & Ready For A Relationship
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're giving you an authentic, raw and rare male perspective on Dateable—that of a single British man in his 40s, who’s done the inner work to...
#brunchtalk: Is This Weird To Do In Dating?
30 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever questioned if something you were doing or saying would be perceived as odd when dating? We're breaking down two instances that have ...
S21E15: Grateful For Modern Dating (Yes, Really) (Plus A BIG Announcment)
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Thanksgiving all! First off, we're grateful for YOU but we wanted to do a little pre-thanksgiving gratitude to put us all into the thankful ...
#brunchtalk: How Much Advice Is Too Much Advice?
23 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever ask your partner for support and end up getting a TED Talk you never requested? We’re exploring how unsolicited advice shows up in partnerships...
Quickie w/ Julie: What I Learned From Getting Married After 40
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is love coming later than you expected? We're back with a quickie where Julie talks about what she learned about getting married a bit "later&...
S21E14: Designing The Love Life That's Meant For You w/ Ellecia Paine
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the secret to a healthy, lasting relationship isn’t finding “the right person”… but designing the relationship that’s actually right...
#brunchtalk: Can You Future-Proof Your Relationships When Dating?
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a world where everything feels uncertain, is it actually possible to future-proof your relationship? In today’s episode, we’re diving into one ...
S21E13: Surviving The Horrors of Dating w/ Rory Uphold
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Does dating feel less like a rom-com and more like a horror show these days? We’re here with Rory who has survived it all – from the ghosters, na...
#brunchtalk: How Single Are You Really?
09 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people are not truly single in modern dating. Even if they say they are. And being on this 'single scale' could be exactly what's hol...
S21E12 The Commitment Conundrum w/ Steve Budd
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been with someone that said they wanted to get married – yet couldn't seem to pull the plug when it came to commitment? What happe...
#brunchtalk: Is Having a Boyfriend Embarrassing Now?
02 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You may have seen the viral article 'Is Having a Boyfriend Embarrassing Now"? from Vogue circling around. We're giving our two cents on th...
S21E11: The Art Of Moving On (After Heartbreak) w/ Kendra Allen
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Whether it was from a situation you thought was going to become more to your ex of five years, moving on after heartbreak is one of the most challengi...
#brunchtalk: Our Top 10 Red Flags To Watch Out For
26 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're not talking about...they wore a weird belt. Or have three cats. But the REAL red flags that eventually wreck havoc on your relationships and...
S21E10: How To Be A SuperCommunicator On Your Next Date (Or In Your Relationship) w/ Charles Duhigg
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had a date where it felt like pulling teeth to have a conversation? Or a conflict with your partner where it felt like you were speaking...
#brunchtalk: This Is How You Never Settle Again
19 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The "S" word...the dirtiest word in dating. No one wants to settle. And we're 100% advocating that you never settle again. But all too oft...
S21E9: The Emotional Labor and Mental Load (In Dating & Relationships)
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Who carries the weight in your relationship or early dates—the calendar, the check-ins, the emotional temperature checks? We're diving into the ...
#brunchtalk: How To Get Asked Out On Dating Apps
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the world of dating apps, it's easy to get caught up in the endless cycle of messaging without ever meeting in person. Join us as we explore th...
S21E8: Dating Apps, D*ck Pics, and Sexts: Why We Need Digital Sexual Consent w/ Dr. Mindy DeSeta
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever gotten that unwanted sexual message or pic on a dating app? You're certainly not alone, which is why we need to talk about digital s...
#brunchtalk: The Difference Between Being Picky & Having Standards
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What's the difference between having standards and not being so picky that there's no one that's good enough to date? Join us as dive into...
S21E7: Breaking The Cycle Of Dating Emotionally Unavailable Men w/ Drea Renee
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like you are unconsciously seeking the unavailable type and you don't know how to break the pattern? We're chatting with Drea...
#brunchtalk: The Biggest Lies About Falling in Love and Finding the One
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With so much focus on the early stages of dating, we're often so focused on the lies we've been told about falling in love that we miss the bi...
S21E6: The Real Reason Dating Makes Us So Angry (That No One Talks About) w/ Jordana Abraham & Jared Freid from U Up?
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is the biggest change in 2025 in dating...the anger? It certainly feels like it! We're chatting with Jared and Jordana, the hosts of the U Up? pod...
#brunchtalk: How To Interpret Mixed Signals (Without Losing Your Mind)
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are mixed signals a sign of disinterest or just poor communication? We're diving into the confusing world of hot and cold behavior in dating – ...
S21E5: Is Your Independence Empowering Or Keeping You Single?
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're told to be independent but not too independent...so what's the line between what helps us preserve our autonomy versus what keeps us out...
#brunchtalk: Date Them Til You Hate Them
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Date them til you hate them. Is this a brilliant strategy or a complete cop out? We're discussing the latest viral TikTok dating trend and why it ...
S21E4: The Dating Plan
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you want to shift the way you date completely? You come up with a plan that's so counter to the way we date today that it may be...
#brunchtalk: Monogamy ISN'T Dead
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It may feel like everyone is looking for something casual or non-committal but the reality is that there are people looking for exactly what you are. ...
S21E3: Chaotic Singles Party: Inside Edition w/ Cassidy Davis
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you can't seem to find any good people to date? Your app dates are blah and it feels like you just aren't meeting the right ...
#brunchtalk: Dating Isn't As Personal As We Make It
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's hard not to take dating personally. But the reality is that most people WON'T be matches – and if they don't text back, don't ...
S21E2: The Compatibility Myth w/ Eli Finkel
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you choose a partner that's a good match for you? We're joined with Eli Finkel, social psychologist and the Director of the Relationshi...
#brunchtalk: You Don't Need To Be Good At Dating
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yup, you heard us right. You don't need to be good at dating – at least the way we're dating today. We're back for all new brunch talk ...
S21E1: The Shift To Conscious Dating
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're back for SEASON 21 and we're reporting on the next biggest shift in dating, that takes dating intentionally one step further – and al...
#brunchtalk: Is Being Too Interested A Turn Off?
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sure you want someone interested but can they be too interested? Or has anyone every told you that you come off too eager? In this week's #bruncht...
What It Means To Be Dateable w/ John Kim
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're one week away from Season 21....so what else would we do but reminisce about our 21st birthdays as we usher in a new season of Dateable! But...
#brunchtalk: What To Do When You're Relationship Ends Out of Nowhere
10 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You finally found someone you're into who is also into you. Until out of nowhere – it all blows up. If you've been here before, you know ho...
The Surprising Things That Seduce Us Away From Authentic Relationships w/ Ken Page
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if when dating there are certain things getting in your way that are tempting in ways you may not expect? We're talking with our dear friend ...
#brunchtalk: What To Do When They Won't Commit
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
So you met someone awesome...but...they aren't ready to define the relationship or stop seeing other people. Do you wait? Date other people? Hold ...
Finding Love After Heartbreak w/ Heather McG
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're in the thick of heartbreak (or have been before) know that there is hope! Yes, you absolutely can come back stronger after this period o...
#brunchtalk: The Difference of First Dates in Your 30s
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dating should be fun! But it also should be intentional....especially if you're looking for a life partner. With all these conflicting messages, i...
How To Be Dateable & Rarely Into Anyone w/ Damona Hoffman
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you're trying to be Dateable....yet not finding anyone of interest? We're re-airing one of our fave interviews with the fabu...
#brunchtalk: What To Do When They Stop Being Consistent
20 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
They're texting every day, replying quickly, and making plans...everything's running smoothly until one day it just stops. In this week's ...
How Dating Rules Keep You Stuck w/ Talia Koren
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From dating books like 'The Rules' to TikToker's giving dating advice, we're here to say the rules don't freaking work – yet th...
Best of Brunch Talk: The Reason Dates Don't Turn Into Relationships
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like you just can't move past those first couple dates or actually get into a committed relationship? You're not alone. Join us this...
Mid-2025 Updates
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're officially on the off-season and kicking it off with some life updates from both of us. We recap the first part of 2025 – from our book t...
Best of Brunch Talk: Should You Wait for Them To Be Ready?
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're back with some of our most popular #brunchtalks and a question we always get is: what should I do if they say they like me but they just are...
S20E22: The Perfect Partner Equation
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if we were to tell you there's a way to find the right partner that doesn't feel like you're looking for a needle in a haystack where...
#brunchtalk: Dishing About Why The Matchmaking Industry is F%cked and Our Polar Opposite Views on Materialists
29 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yue almost walked out of the movie Materialists...it may be one of Julie's favorite movies of all times. Whether you've seen it or not, we'...
S20E21: What To Know About Marriage (Before You're Even Married) w/ Casey & Meygan Caston
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you meet the love of your life but then the relationship completely falls apart not long after you get married? You learn what you p...
#brunchtalk: Determining If Your Situationship Could Be More (Or Not)
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You met someone amazing. The chemistry is incredible and you really enjoy their company. So this is obviously headed into relationship territory, righ...
S20E20: Ask A Matchmaker w/ Matchmaker Maria
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever want to pick the brain of a matchmaker? Well we're about to as we're joined with Matchmaker Maria to discuss her journey as a fourth-gene...
#brunchtalk: The Real Reasons You're Getting The Ick
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
So you met someone you could be into. And then it just hits you and takes over the entire situation. Something they did gave you the ick – so much ...
S2019: Doing Love Differently w/ Dediker, Jase & Emily of Multiamory
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From monogamy to nonmonogamy, casual dating to queerplatonic partnerships, married couples living separately to those who are single by choice, we'...
#brunchtalk: Dishing About The Dating App for Foodies, Do You Tell Your Friend & Love Bombing
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're catching up as we talk about a situation of 'should you tell them or not' when you know something about their relationship but you&#...
S2018: Meeting Someone 'Later in Life' w/ Sandy Weiner
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Reality check: You can find love at any age. And often times the BEST relationships happen "later in life" (which for the record is definitely...
#brunchtalk: Why They Lost Interest After the First Date
01 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nothing is worse than when you have a seemingly great first date...and then the next one just never happens. Whether they ghost, tell you there wasn&#...
S2017: How To Stop Wasting Time When Dating
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The #1 thing we hear is: But I don't want to waste time. We feel you! Time is our most valuable asset and nothing feels more discouraging than spi...
#brunchtalk: Always the Friend, Never the Boy-Friend
25 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Grab your mimosas, we got a good one as we chat about why you can be great on paper, attractive, the whole nine yards – yet still have trouble attr...
S2016: Living Your Radical (Dating) Life w/ Marni Battista
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Were you, you? Were you radically honest with yourself? Did you seek wisdom? We're back with a fave return guest, Marni Battista to talk about how...
#brunchtalk: Green Flags To Look For On A First Date
18 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We don't know about you, but we're sick of all the negativity – always looking for every last red flag out there. So we're flipping the...
Quickie w/ Yue: The Wine Pairing Test (To Determine The Right Partner For You)
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We always wonder...how do I know if someone is right for me? Yue's breaking down her recent analogy that gives you a good gut check when dating to...
S2015: The Friendship Episode w/ Danielle Bayard Jackson
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're talking about a different relationship today: friendship! Not only how your friends can be there to support you while dating – but more im...
#brunchtalk: The Difference Between Overthinking and Being Intentional & Cautious
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a tendency to overthink dating situations? What's the healthy line of thinking things through to be intentional and even cautious – ...
S2014: How To Flirt (Without Being Cringy) w/ Benjamin Camras
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We have a confession: we have a love / hate relationship with the word flirting. But we absolutely loved the energy of our guest Benjamin Camras aka t...