Dateable: Your insider's look into modern dating and relationships
Episodes
Quickie w/ Yue: Sometimes Staying Together May Need Time Apart
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We've talked about Dating Sabbaticals but what about Relationship Sabbaticals? Yue is reflecting on the conversation we had with Mark Groves this ...
S18E16: Creating a Relationship 2.0 w/ Mark Groves
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're so excited to have long-awaited guest, Mark Groves in the house! And even more importantly, diving into his story about breaking up – and...
#brunchtalk: Is Their Anger A Problem?
09 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What's the difference between a little road rage and an abusive partner? How do you know what signs end up being a problem later on? Join us for t...
S18E15: Manifesting Love w/ Erin Rachel Doppelt
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you're into the woo-woo sh*t or not, there's no denying the power of asking for what you want from the universe – especially when i...
#brunchtalk: Should You Ask Out Your Co-worker?
02 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Co-workers can be that great untapped resource for love...or potential nightmare if it doesn't work out. So what do you do when you have feelings ...
S18E14: The Truth About Relationships
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to celebrate y'all....because it's our 500th episode!!! And for this special occasion we're getting raw and real about relat...
#brunchtalk: When Your Date Forgets Your Name
26 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What do you do when you're on a great date....and your date calls you the complete wrong name? Is this a total dealbreaker or a funny story you ca...
Quickie w/ Julie: My Biggest Fear – Even In A Happy, Healthy Relationship
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're dropping another quickie as Julie reflects on her biggest fear that was triggered by last week's episode 'Are Long-Term Relationship...
S18E13: Dating Intentionally w/ Talia Koren
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We've all heard the latest buzzword to "date intentionally" but what does this even mean? And how can it help you? We're chatting with...
#brunchtalk: How Do You Get Over Being Friend Zoned?
19 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you finally get the courage to confess your feelings....and then they just don't feel the same? It can be so difficult –regard...
Quickie w/ Yue: What I Learned 1-Year Post-Breakup
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's been one-year from that fateful day when Yue learned her partner of 5 years had been unfaithful. Join us for a heartfelt quickie as Yue share...
S18E12: Are Long-Term Relationships For Everyone? w/ Ryan Van Duzer
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you – or the person you're dating – just can't commit to a relationship past the honeymoon stage? We're getting a ...
#brunchtalk: How Do You Keep The Momentum Going (In Early Dating)?
12 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You start talking to someone you're interested in. You get busy. They get busy. And then you start to fear that the connection will just fade out....
S18E11: Your Dating Predictions This Year w/ The AstroTwins
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can you predict what's going to happen in your love life? We're joined with the fabulous AstroTwins Ophi & Tali to dive into all things as...
#brunchtalk: What To Do When You Feel Behind In Dating
05 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you reach a certain age and realized you haven't been prioritizing dating and relationships as much as maybe you would have like...
S18E10: Expanding Your Type
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is it possible to change your type? Do you like who you like? Join us as we dive into what it even means to have a type – and how it's helping ...
#brunchtalk: Do You Give Them Another Chance?
28 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If they flaked, ghosted, or slow-faded away, do you give them another chance if they come back into your life? Join us this week as we chat about why ...
Quickie w/ Julie: The #1 Quality To Look For While Dating
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're back for another “Quickie” where we’ll share a single idea, theory, or revelation – in 10 minutes or less – that you can take bac...
S18E9: Dating ADHD w/ Sussan Nwogwugwu
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's fast-paced dating world where it's so easy to be distracted, we're diving into how to bring more focus into dating – whether...
#brunchtalk: Should You Be Able To Check Your Partner's Phone?
21 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A debate only this generation would have: should couples be able to check each other's phones freely or is each person entitled to their level of ...
Quickie w/ Yue: Reset The Algorithm Of Your Love Life
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're back for another “Quickie” where every other week, we’ll share a single idea, theory, or revelation – in 10 minutes or less – tha...
S18E8: Understanding Digital Body Language (in Dating) w/ Moe Ari
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are there universal signals of digital body language? What does your DBL say about you and the way you date? We're chatting with licensed marriage...
#brunchtalk: How Do You Deal With Judgemental Friends or Family When Dating?
14 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nothing is worse than having judgemental friends or family who pick apart every last person you date. In this week's brunch talk, we're discus...
S18E7: A New Model For Love w/ Dr. Sara Nasserzadeh
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do successful partnerships need more than love? We're told that two people meet, fall in love, and come together as one....but is this model deepl...
#brunchtalk: How Do You Have Difficult Conversations When You're Anxious And They're Avoidant?
07 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Difficult conversations are difficult for a reason – but even more when you're hyper-communicative and your partner is well...not. We're dis...
Quickie w/ Julie: The Best Is Yet To Come
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're back for another “Quickie” where every other week, we’ll share a single idea, theory, or revelation – in 10 minutes or less – tha...
S18E6: Can AI Save Dating Apps? w/ Ben Chiang
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
No, we're not talking about ChatGPT or tools that write your profile or texts (or even worse, create fake photos!). We're talking about how AI...
#brunchtalk: How Do You Step Into Your Feminine Energy (Or Is That Total BS)?
31 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you identify as a woman (or date women!), you've probably heard about why 'feminine energy' is so important to attract a mate. But it&#...
S18E5: Dating In Your 30s
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Does dating get harder after 30? We’re digging into the challenges but also why we think it's the BEST time to date. Join us as we dive into all...
#brunchtalk: How Do You Know When To Trust Your Gut?
24 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When something feels off...is it just your anxiety talking or is this your gut telling you something is very wrong? Whether you're dating someone ...
Quickie w/ Yue: Stop Waiting For That Text Back (Among Other Things That Are A Waste of Your Time)
22 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're back for another “Quickie” where every other week, we’ll share a single idea, theory, or revelation – in 10 minutes or less – tha...
S18E4: The 333 Dating Strategy w/ Haifa Barbari
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Date 3 People at a time, for 3 months, with 3 chances. Does this strategy work? We're chatting with Haifa about how her 333 Dating Strategy helped...
#brunchtalk: What To Do When You're The Last Single Friend
17 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
So all your friends are all boo'ed up...and then there's you. Single as a Pringle. We've been there before and we get how crappy it can fe...
S18E3: Nice Guys Finish First w/ Vince Xu
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We've been told nice guys finish last, but we're debunking this myth as we chat with return guest Vince Xu about how being the nice guy actual...
#brunchtalk: Should You Move For Better Dating Options?
10 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Could the problem be your city? Is it worth moving for better dating prospects? We're diving into it all as we chat about why (or why not) your lo...
Quickie w/ Julie: The Single Scale
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're trying something new! Welcome to the first installment of “Quickies” where every other week, we’ll share a single idea, theory, or rev...
S18E2: F The Fairy Tale w/ Damona Hoffman
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Does dating feel like you’re chasing a “happily ever after” that always seems out of reach? We're chatting with dating coach Damona Hoffman...
#brunchtalk: What To Do When Someone Won't Stop Talking On a Date?
03 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever been on a date when your date won't stop talking? We're back with a new season of brunch talks as we go into how to know if it's firs...
S18E1: The Reason You Don't Need To Be Good At Dating
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're back with Season 18 here to answer an existential question we've had after doing this podcast now for 8 years: do you need to be good at...
Best of Brunch Talk: When Should You Define The Relationship
25 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
So you've been dating someone for a little bit now...when is it time to DTR (define the relationship) and how do you broach the subject? In our la...
Are You Using Dating Apps All Wrong? w/ Heather & Laura from Thirsty
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As that essential tool we love to hate, the question remains: are apps the problem or are you just using them wrong? We're diving into it all as w...
Best of Brunch Talk: What To Do When They Don't Text Back
18 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One of the worst feelings in dating is sending that text and only to be left on read 4 hours later....yup, you too? We're going back to our OG Bru...
How To Get Through Valentine's Day w/ 2 Black Girls, 1 Rose
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you're newly single after a breakup or you're just trying to figure out how to navigate the day with someone new in your life – we ...
Best of Brunch Talk: Should You Go On A First Date If You're Not 100% Sold?
11 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're diving into another crowd favorite and incredibly common question we hear over and over again: should I go on that date if I'm not sure ...
Prepping For Your Great Relationship w/ Julia Mazur
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Single for V-day? We got you! Get ready for all the feels as we speak with Julia Mazur, ex-Tinder employee turned confidence coach, about what it'...
Best of Brunch Talk: What's The Difference Between Being Picky and Not Settling?
04 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever been told you're being "too picky" or you have a fear of settling, this brunch talk is for you! We're re-airing one...
How To Stop Getting Ghosted w/ Rory Uphold
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Despite over 70% of people being ghosted, it doesn't diminish how f%cking sh*tty it feels. We're breaking down how to stop getting ghosted (or...
Best of Brunch Talk: Is Timing Everything In Dating?
28 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Right person, wrong time? Or is it just not meant to be? Trust us, we've pondered this ourselves and we're reairing one of our most passionate...
DIY Your Love Life w/ Ken Page
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if you could throw out all the rules and create your own Do-it-Yourself Vision of a relationship? We're talking about how to design your love...
Best of Brunch Talk: Is The Saying 'If They Wanted To, They Would' True?
21 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Popular dating advice has told us: if they wanted to, they would. They'd move mountains to be with us and if they can't, then they just aren&#...
The Highs and Lows Of Finding Your Person w/ Dr. Alexandra Solomon
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From that post-great-date moment of bliss to the can't-get-out-of-bed heartbreak, we're diving into all the wonderful, problematic, and even h...
Best of Brunch Talk: How Can You Tell If Someone Is Serious About You?
14 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The age old question that never stops coming: how can I tell if the person I'm seeing is as invested in me as I am in them? For our best of brunch...
Playing the F%cking Dating Game w/ Gabrielle Stone
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From mind-numbing texting etiquette to turning situationships into real-deal love stories, we're laying it all out in this week's episode wher...
Best of Brunch Talk: How Do You Meet More People IRL?
07 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
2024 is here and it's time to meet more people in the wild! We're re-airing one of our crowd favorites around the lost art of meeting IRL – ...
New Year, New Love Life
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Happy 2024, all! It's the new year which means...a new opportunity to date differently and have the love life you've always wanted! We're ...
#brunchtalk: How To Go Into the New Year with More Optimism Around Dating
31 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As we approach the new year, how can you change your outlook on dating? In this week’s brunch talk, we’re discussing how to feel more hopeful abou...
S17E18: End of Year Wrap: Breakups, New Relationships, and Living Together
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a heck of a 2023! From cheating scandals to cohabitating, we've both been through a lot – and we're sure you have, too! Join u...
#brunchtalk: Should You Go No Contact With Your Ex?
24 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you got your heart crushed – or even if the breakup was amicable – does it make sense to stay in touch with your ex? In this week’s brunch t...
S17E17: Lessons In Love (From A Former Serial Dater) w/ Matteson Perry
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fast-forward 15 years: what does your love life look like now? We're chatting with former guest Matteson Perry, author of a memoir chronicling his...
#brunchtalk: What Constitutes As Cheating?
17 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From strip clubs to liking sexy Instagram photos, what's the line of cheating in this day and age? In this week’s brunch talk, we’re discussin...
S17E16: A Second Shot At Love w/ Heather & Laura from Thirsty
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We think our chances of love are over after that divorce or heart-wrenching breakup, but it's just the beginning. We're chatting with Laura &a...
#brunchtalk: How Do You Manage A New Relationship?
10 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How much time do you spend together? When should you meet each other's friends and families? How do you still make time for your friends? In this ...
S17E15: Healing Your Intimacy Wounds w/ Andre Lazarus
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We're getting intimate, y'all with Intimacy Coach Andre Lazarus as we talk about how past sexual experiences – or inexperiences – may be...
#brunchtalk: Is It A Date Or A Vibe Check?
03 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dating can be hard (and expensive!) when you're dating multiple people at once, never sure if that first date will amount to anything more. In thi...
S17E14: Is There Any Reality In Reality TV Dating Shows? w/ Justine & Natasha From 2 Black Girls, 1 Rose
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From the Bachelor to Love is Blind to Indian Matchmaking, how much is reality TV is seeping into real-life dating? We're chatting with Natasha &am...
#brunchtalk: Can Your Relationship Work If Your Friends Dislike Your Partner?
26 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nothing is more uncomfortable than when friends don't approve of your relationship, but is it a dealbreaker? In this week’s brunch talk, we’re...
S17E13: F*ck Cuffing Season
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re freaking out about finding a partner during cuffing season – stop right there. We're talking about why cuffing season is actually th...
#brunchtalk: How To Deal With Your Family Asking About Your Love Life Over the Holidays
19 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tis the season....for the grilling of what's going on in your love life. From questions about why you're still single to when we'll ever g...
S17E12: When You're Ready And They're Not w/ Dr. Alexandra Solomon
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Talking about the future can be scary – especially if you're not operating at the exact same speed as your partner. We're talking with Dr. ...
#brunchtalk: What Should You Do When Your Partner Prioritizes Their Family Over You?
12 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From spending time with their children or even their parents, what do you do when you feel like you come second to your partner’s family? In this we...
S17E11: The Reason They May Not Be Making Moves
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Maybe you've experienced that great date only to be confused when it didn't result in a kiss goodnight – or anything more. Are they just no...
#brunchtalk: Why do exes leave breadcrumbs and stay in your life?
05 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From the IG story view to continuing to profess their love, why don't exes just go away once the relationship is over? In this week's brunch t...
S17E10: Pretty Much Done w/ Julia Mazur
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re pretty much done with the pressure of being single and you just want to live your best damn life, then you’re in the right place, our fr...
#brunchtalk: Should I Continue To Date Someone With Mental Health Struggles?
29 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when the person you're dating is going through mental health struggles that make it difficult to date? In this week's brunch talk...
S17E9: The Benefits of Situationships
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yup, you heard us right. We often talk about how situationships wreak havoc to your love life...but today we're back with a solo episode looking a...
#brunchtalk: Is it a Bad Idea to Date Someone Who is Going Through a Divorce?
22 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
So you met someone amazing except they aren't fully separated yet...in fact, maybe they're still living with their ex! Is this a total dealbre...
S17E8: Why People Cheat w/ Dr. Nicolle Zapien
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Once a cheater, always a cheater? We’re finding out as we break down the psychology of infidelity with Dr. Nicolle Zapien about the psychology of ch...
#brunchtalk: Can They Love You but Not Want Anything Real?
15 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is it possible for someone to love and care about you, yet still not want anything serious? Did their words mean anything? On this week's brunch t...
S17E7: Inside The Psyche of a F*ckboy w/ Martin Morrow
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder why someone would f*ck around instead of fully committing –even if they're in love? We’re going deep with comedian Martin Morrow a...
#brunchtalk: Are They Just a Rebound?
08 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you're fresh out of a relationship – or dating someone who is newly single – how do you know if it's real or just a rebound? We’re d...
S17E6: Recovering From Crimes of the Heart w/ Rory Uphold
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From horrific first dates to savage breakups, you've probably experienced crimes of the heart ranging from misdemeanors to full on felonies. We...
#brunchtalk: Is Lack of Experience a Turn Off?
01 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you've had limited relationship experience, do you have wonder if it's getting in your way? We’re discussing ways your past relationship ...
S17E5: Should You Stay or Should You Go?
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When is it time to work on a relationship vs. call it quits? Should you go on that 2nd date or swipe on someone new? We're back with a solo episod...
#brunch talk: Any Advice for Moving In Together?
24 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When you've been single and have lived alone for a while, what happens when the time comes to move in together? If you're anything like us, yo...
S17E4: Following Your Intuition (in Dating) w/ Nikki Novo
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You always hear: listen to your gut, follow your heart, trust your intuition. But what does that even mean? We’re chatting with one of our favorite ...
#brunchtalk: How Do You Keep a Connection Going?
17 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you meet someone you like – then you go away for a week, and they go away for a week, only to realize that your budding romance ha...
S17E3: Where Are All The Dateable People? w/ Evan Marc Katz
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Maybe you've ever wondered why you can't seem to find good people on the apps, in your city, or wherever you go. But today we're sharing h...
#brunchtalk: When Do You Reveal Your Past Relationship History?
10 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The past is the past...but is it? We're discussing the circumstances when you should bring up your past relationship status when dating. We’re d...
S17E2: The Other Woman
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Buckle up friends, this one is juicy! Today we're joined with Kelly aka "the other woman" in Yue's infidelity story to hear her POV an...
#brunchtalk: Should You Go on a 1st Date if You're Not 100% Sold?
03 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brunch talk is back as we go into a question that all too many of you may be asking: should I go on that date if I'm not sure about them. In this ...
S17E1: The 80/20 Rule of Dating Apps
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder why it's so damn hard to meet people on dating apps yet 40% of couples meet that way? We're back with a solo episode uncovering th...
BONUS: Down & Dirty w/ Darci Smith
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Just one more week until we’re back with Season 17! But until then, we’re getting down and dirty with @careercoachdarci as we take a more professi...
Flashback Series - Rock Bottom
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had that moment that made you re-evaluate your entire dating life? Well friends, we’re about to hit rock bottom as we reair one final ...
Flashback Series - Love Is Not Enough w/ Mark Manson
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
All you need to do is meet the right person, fall in love, and then everything magically works out...right? Sadly this isn't a romcom and we'r...
Flashback Series - So We Went to a Sex Party...
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Summer is filled with parties…bday parties…pool parties…sex parties? We’re going back to the archives for this epic episode as we reair our to...
BONUS: This is 40 - Yue interviews Julie
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's a celebration, y'all! We're talking about milestone bdays as Yue interviews Julie about turning the big 4-0 and the celebrations that...
BONUS: The Friendship Episode
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're talking about one of the most important relationships of all: friendship! Julie and Yue discuss the importance of friendship, yet why ...
Bonus: Are We Dating The Same Person?
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
So you’re dating someone new - would you want to know if someone else had intel about them before you went on a date? Or would you want to find out ...
BONUS: The Next Chapter Post Breakup - Julie interviews Yue
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you discover your partner of almost 5 years has been unfaithful? In this episode, Julie interviews Yue about her recent breakup. We ...
S16E20: Finding Love At Any Age w/ May Lee
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gone are the days when you need to lock it down before you're 30 – we're firm believers that you can find love at any age! We're chattin...