Dateable: Your insider's look into modern dating and relationships
Episodes
S16E5: How To Break Up By Text w/ Comedian Allison Goldberg
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is there ever a good way to break up with someone? Well, we know there are certainly some less-than-ideal ways (ahem text) as we chat with comedian Al...
#brunchtalk: Is the saying 'If they wanted to, they would' true?
12 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From all the romcoms and dating advice, we've been told over and over again: if they wanted to, they would. They'd move mountains to be with u...
S16E4: Breaking the Second Date Curse
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why is it so damn difficult to make it past the second date in today's world? We're chatting with Kevin about how it was so hard that he thoug...
#brunchtalk: How Important are Shared Interests?
05 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When dating, we're always looking to see if we have common interests as potential partners....but does it matter? In this week’s brunch talk, we...
S16E3: The Real Red Flags to Look Out For w/Ebele Onyema from OneLove
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We often throw up the red flag card, but how can we make sure we are focused on actual red flags that may lead to unhealthy relationships? We're d...
#brunchtalk: How Can You Tell if Someone is Serious About You?
26 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When we're dating we always want to know...is this person as invested in me as I am in them? Are they serious about this relationship? But what ha...
S16E2: Sex Talks w/ Vanessa & Xander Marin
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's getting hot in here – as we chat about sex, intimacy, and why talking about sex could be the key to having the love life you've always...
#brunchtalk: How Much Independence is Healthy in a Relationship?
19 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you’re dating someone who needs large amounts of alone time? How do you not start to feel neglected? In this week’s brunch talk,...
S16E1: How to be Single & Happy w/ Dr. Jenny Taitz
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why is it so difficult to be single AND happy? And why do we assume being in a relationship will bring us nothing but joy? We’re diving into science...
SUNDAY SPECIAL: Ask Us Anything - The #1 thing we'd fix about modern dating + more
12 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We're back for our final installment of Ask Us Anything before Season 16! We're picking up some topics y'all wrote in about such as the #1...
BONUS: How to prep for Valentine's day
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With Valentine’s Day (and our new season!) right around the corner, what better way to end our bonus episodes than with a v-day prep guide. Whether ...
SUNDAY SPECIAL: Ask Us Anything - Have you ever gone on a date with a listener + more
05 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You've asked, and we've delivered. We're doing our first-ever Ask Us Anything episodes leading up to our Season 16 Premiere! We're div...
BONUS: Saving Modern Dating /Ilana Dunn from Seeing Other People
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Modern dating sucks, but it shouldn't have to – and in fact, we can make it better, we know we can. We're catching up on what's been go...
BONUS: Breaking up with Bad Dating Habits - Julie interviews Yue
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From being the "cool girl" to avoiding difficult conversations to blowing up when trying to DTR, we're unpacking more bad dating habits th...
BONUS: Breaking up with Bad Dating Habits - Yue interviews Julie
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From staying in situationships to being rigid with timelines, we all have some bad dating behaviors that have gotten in our way. On this week's bo...
BONUS: 2023 Dating Trends
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is this the year we'll finally stop ghosting each other? With Dating Sunday behind us, it's time to take on 2023 with all we got. On this bonu...
BONUS: What are your 2023 Dating Intentions?
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the new year upon us, it's time to get intentional about what we want for our love lives. We'll be back for Season 16 shortly but in the ...
S15E20: Are You Ready for Love? w/ Amy Jin
28 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're turning the tables as we hear the full story of mismatched timelines, becoming "ready", and letting her love story unfold as we chat...
#brunchtalk: How do I go from likeable to loveable?
25 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Perhaps you go on a lot of dates that don't get past the 2nd date. When you ask for feedback, they say "there's no romantic connection....
S15E19: Relational Intelligence w/ Dr. Adam Bandelli
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Move over EQ, we're shifting from emotional intelligence to relational intelligence as we chat with Dr. Adam Bandelli about why mastering relation...
#brunchtalk: How do you end a dating convo gracefully?
18 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You're chatting away on a dating app and there's something that's giving you pause. Maybe the convo stalled out, got awkward, or just isn&...
S15E18: Committed, Not Attached w/ Kim Nicol
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to throw out the shoulds and any rules of how to have a relationship – we're headed into 2023, right? Prepared to leave inspired a...
#brunchtalk: What should I do if they set up a date but don't give a time or place?
11 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So you have a date lined up but as the day rolls around it's still unclear where and when you're meeting. Is the date still happening? Should ...
S15E17: The Rise of Lonely, Single Men w/ Dr. Greg Matos
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably read the viral article that circulated a few months ago, but we're here today to unpack what's really behind the rise of l...
#brunchtalk: When should you follow someone you're dating on social media?
04 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
To follow or not to follow? In this week's brunch talk, we're breaking down why or why not it can be beneficial to engage with someone we'...
S15E16: 800 First Dates
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been on a lot of first dates? Well, this episode is about to give you hope as we’re chatting with Brooke about her fight for the fairytale ...
#brunchtalk: When should you tell someone you love them?
27 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The L-word. What happens when you say it too soon? Or not soon enough? We're diving into when to say those coveted three words in this week's ...
S15E15: Stopping the Comparison Game
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When you're the only single person in the group or you're waiting to get engaged while all your friends are having babies, even the best of us...
#brunchtalk: Why do they text but never ask me on a date?
20 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We've all been there before: the person we're interested in is texting us yet they won't bite the bullet and make actual plans. For this w...
S15E14: I Choose Myself w/ Deepti from Love is Blind
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's hard to make the call to end a relationship, situationship (or even engagement!) that isn't serving you but often the right decision is t...
#brunchtalk: Is Ghosting Ever OK?
13 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is there ever a time it's acceptable to ghost? Or is it one of those dating no no's in all situations? On this week’s brunch talk, we’re d...
S15E13: Feng Shui Your Love Life w/ John George Wigmanich
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to make space for love! And since home is where the heart is, of course we'd want to dig in more with feng shui consultant and inter...
#brunchtalk: How do I make a situationship a relationship?
06 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You've been seeing someone for bit now, yet you don't know where things stand and you're starting to yearn for this to be more. Is it too ...
S15E12: Are You Sabotaging Your Love Life? w/ Dr. Raquel Peel
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From early dating to reaching certain milestones of relationships, we can all put up our armor of self-protection in ways that actually hurt us in the...
#brunchtalk: When should you give someone another chance?
30 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So you've been on a couple of dates and are starting to lose interest. Should you see this person another time or cut bait when these feelings cre...
S15E11: Dating as a Single Dad
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you're divorced, dating someone divorced, have children, want children, or are childless by choice, you'll relate as we chat with Jaso...
#brunchtalk: How to handle your SO's flirty friend
23 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You're trying your best not to be the jealous type...but even the best of us can be triggered. On this week’s brunch talk we’re talking about ...
S15E10: Is it Chemistry or Anxiety w/ Ilana Dunn of Seeing Other People
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When you start questioning everything from whether they’ll text back to if they even like you, it can make the best of us a big ball of nerves. But ...
#brunchtalk: What kind of relationship should you expect with your friend's partner?
16 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From being besties to hating your friends sig other, how close should you be with your friend’s partner? On this week’s brunch talk we’re talkin...
S15E9: Resetting After a Toxic Relationship w/ Pharaoh Kyle
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you’ve been in a toxic relationship or too many to count, we’re digging into ways to start recognizing patterns so this doesn’t keep hap...
#brunchtalk: When should you send sexy pics?
09 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So you meet someone new, and the texting is spicing up...should you or shouldn't you send that sexy pic? And what happens when you get a sexy pic ...
S15E8: Capture the (red) flag
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're diving head first into all the red flags, dealbreakers, and straight-up annoyances while dating — and determining when to be curious vs. r...
#brunchtalk: Is timing everything in dating?
02 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Can it be the right person, wrong time? You know that feeling when it feels meant to be...except it isn't. Trust us, we've been here ourselves...
S15E7: Putting the Data in Dating w/ Michael Kaye from OKCupid
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We know you love the science of dating so now it's time to look at all the data! We're chatting with Michael Kaye from OKCupid about the trend...
#brunchtalk: When do you go public with your relationship?
25 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether it's through social media or within your friend group, when is it time to get out of your secret bubble and show off your partner to the w...
S15E6: Rethinking Sex w/ Christine Emba
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There's certainly no denying the progress we've made in this post #metoo world, but has the sexual revolution and feminist movement actually h...
#brunchtalk: Do you need to have sex to gauge chemistry?
18 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So you're seeing someone new and either you or them are not quite ready to do the deed. But how do you know if you'll have chemistry? Or are s...
S15E5: The One That Got Away w/ Vince Xu and Yurika Yoneda
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're constantly looking for new people to date but what about that person where the timing wasn't quite right or the connection never quite b...
#brunchtalk: How can you tell if someone likes you?
11 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Move over Nancy Drew, we're dissecting the age old question of how to tell if someone likes you, especially in times when it's not entirely cl...
S15E4: The Lowest Common Denominator (in dating)
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So you're sick of being ghosted, breadcrumbed, roached, or whatever is the term for the latest bad dating behavior? But what happens when you real...
#brunchtalk: Do opposites attract?
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We are often gravitated to people who different than us but how different is too different? When can we learn from each other's differences vs. wh...
S15E3: Unraveling Your Relationship History w/ Des Bishop
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
They say the past is in the past....but should it be? Sometimes reflecting back on our past relationships is exactly how we get to where we want to go...
#brunchtalk: How do I stop stalking my ex on social media?
28 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We get it. You can't help but be tempted to "see what they're up to" and social media makes it all too easy. But when you're on th...
S15E2: The Secret to Enjoying Dating
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We get it...dating can be hard. Especially when you've ended things with the person you thought was 'The One' or went on another bad date....
#brunchtalk: How do you get better matches?
21 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So you're on dating apps, but the matches you're getting are...well....less than desirable. Sound familiar? We're here to talk about how t...
S15E1: Love from the Inside Out w/ Rob Mack
17 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're back for Season 15 with crowd-favorite, positive psychology and happiness expert Rob Mack as we talk about the frustration and futility of s...
#brunchtalk: How do you not get ahead of yourself?
14 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When you meet someone ah-mazing it's hard not to imagine a future with them. But what's the line of getting ahead of yourself vs. giving it yo...
BONUS: The Roundup Episode that'll change your perspective on dating
10 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In our last week before Season 15, we're talking fboy island and how we've changed our perspective on dating (from our episodes, silly, not fb...
#brunchtalk: How to Get Over A Breakup
07 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
No matter how long you dated, breakups are oh so painful. From unraveling a life with someone to mourning the life you'll never have, this is by f...
BONUS: Boosting Your Dating Confidence! w/ Raeann Langas and Kristina Zias of the Confident Collective
03 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're coming in confident as hell as we chat about giving relationships a second chance (as inspired by JLo and Ben Affleck), in addition to reair...
#brunchtalk: Is having a friends with benefits helpful or harmful?
31 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So you're looking for a long-term relationship, but for now you got that "friend" you may call when you're looking for a little someth...
BONUS: Answering your Dating Questions! w/ Katie Sturino of Boob Sweat & Megababe
27 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're continuing the off season for just a few more weeks! Join us as we talk about Yue's layoff and the parallels of feeling disposable in bo...
#brunchtalk: How do you know if you're rushing into things?
24 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether it's defining the relationship, saying the l-word, or moving in together, how do you know when it's the right time or if things are mo...
BONUS: Avoiding West Elm Calebs, Tinder Swindlers, and Navigating Modern Dating w/ Sydney Lotuaco of Something to Share
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's the offseason baby! Join us as we talk about Julie's bday celebration that Yue was in town for plus the big debate we got into re: sleepi...
#brunchtalk: When's the right time to introduce someone to your friends?
17 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So you've met someone wonderful and you want the world to know....so when is the right time to introduce them to your friends? And what happens wh...
S14E21: Why We Love w/Dr. Anna Machin
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What can the social and life sciences tell us about the most fundamental and unquantifiable human experience—love? Join us as we chat with Dr. Anna...
#brunchtalk: Who should pay for the first date?
10 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The age old debate: who should pay on a first date? It's the battle of the modern and the traditional when it comes to modern dating etiquette in ...
S14E20: So Tell Me About the Last Time You Had Sex w/ Ian Kerner
06 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you had to think for awhile or you can recall your last time like that, we're chatting with She Comes First author and sex therapist Ian K...
#brunchtalk: How do you know if they're 'The One'?
03 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We've been told from an early age, there's 'The One' – that person who is our best friend, our soulmate, the person we belong with. ...
S14E19: My Body, My Choice
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With everything that's been going on overturning roe v wade, we wanted to do a special episode where we talked to three different women (Janis, Mi...
#brunchtalk: Should I leave a relationship that's good but not great?
25 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Would you rather stay in a mediocre relationship than to start over and be single? The thought of dating "from scratch" can be daunting but do...
S14E18: Putting Yourself First w/ The Confident Collective
22 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What's the difference between self-care, self-sacrifice, and selfishness, when it comes to dating & relationships? We're chatting with Rae...
#brunchtalk: Should I date my co-worker?
19 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Office romance...is it a do or a don't? While your co-workers could definitely be viable prospects, there's also a lot more on the line when y...
S14E17: A New Definition of Family
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
These days there's no on right way to have a relationship, so why would having a family be any different? We're chatting with David, Zeke, and...
#brunchtalk: Can you stay friends with an ex?
12 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When the relationship ends and a platonic friendship is on the table....could it work or is it better to remove this person from your life? On this we...
S14E16: The Science of Self-Awareness (in dating) w/ Dr. Tasha Eurich
08 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We think we're self aware, but are we? And why is this so essential for romantic relationships? We're chatting with Dr. Tasha Eurich about why...
#brunchtalk: When should I have the DTR convo?
05 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ah the million dollar question: when to define the relationship. How do you make sure you don't do it too early? Or do you risk doing it too late ...
S14E15: Dating in your 20s, 30s and 40s w/ Rob Rivera
01 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As we grow older and wiser, what we want and need from a relationship can shift dramatically. We're chatting with Rob about his journey from datin...
#brunchtalk: Why do I keep getting rejected?
29 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When another date or budding relationship doesn't work out, it can feel like a sucker-punch in the stomach. You start to question what you're ...
S14E14: Dating as an Asian American Woman in Today's World w/ Janet Wang
25 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With the racism from COVID-19 and the rise of Asian hate crimes, it's been a scary time to be Asian American. But how does this extend to dating? ...
#brunchtalk: Is there a future when one partner earns more than the other?
22 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Everything's all fun and games until finances enter the picture – especially when there is a big pay disparity between partners. Is your relati...
S14E13: When You Know, You Know
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As cliche as it sounds, the right person can be right around the corner....or maybe even someone you already know. We're chatting with Trace about...
#brunchtalk: How Can I Stop Being Jealous of My Friend's Relationships?
15 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When it feels like you're always the third wheel or the only single one in the group, it's tough to not be jealous that your friends found the...
S14E12: Taming Your Inner Critic w/ Katie Sturino
11 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Even the best of us can start to believe that inner voice that wonders if we’re too fat, too skinny, too tall, too short, too light, too dark – wh...
#brunchtalk: Help! I've been dickmatized
08 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ever been in a situation where you know it's not your person....yet you keep staying because the sex is so.damn.good? We feel you as we chat on th...
S14E11: Performance Anxiety (In the Bedroom)
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sex can be so enjoyable yet so stressful at the same time....especially when you're dating someone new. We're chatting with Dean about recover...
#brunchtalk: What's the difference between being too picky and settling?
01 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Oh the dreaded s word….settling. We’re all so afraid to “settle” yet how do we know when we are being so picky that no one can meet our standa...
S14E10: From No Relationship Experience to Engaged w/ Sydney Lotuaco
27 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Instead of stressing about our relationship history, we're here to chat with Sydney Lotuaco about how she ended up engaged to her first real partn...
#brunchtalk: How can I stay emotionally open when I've been burned?
24 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you've been ghosted one too many times or have had a string of dates that just didn't work out, it can be incredibly challenging to st...
S14E9: True Stories of Dating App Scams
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From being swindled for money to catching a catfisher, we're chatting with real people in our community to see the prevalence of romance scams lik...
#brunchtalk: What should I do when my ex comes back?
17 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You are finally getting over your ex that broke your heart when BAM they text, call, DM, or get in touch whatever way they can. Does it mean anything ...
S14E8: The 7 Love Languages w/ Molly Owens
13 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Forget the antiquated 5 Love Languages, it's time we got some new ones with a modern twist! We're digging into the new 7 love styles with CEO ...
#brunchtalk: Is Bad Sex a Dealbreaker?
10 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
DUN DUN DUUUUN!! Cue the dramatic music as we chat about what to do when sex is anything but hot. What do you do? How do you handle it? And is there a...
S14E7: What's Your PQ in Relationships? w/ Shirzad Chamine
06 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably heard of EQ, IQ, and now we're discussing PQ! Listen as we chat with Shirzad Chamine about the ways we're sabotaging our l...
#brunchtalk: What To Do When They Don't Text Back
03 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're diving into the worst.feeling.ever when you send that text out only to be left on read 4 hours later. What do you do? How do you handle it? ...
S14E6: Securing Your Anxious Attachment w/ Kirstie Taylor
30 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Anxious daters! It's time to finally feel more secure in your love life as we chat with Kirstie Taylor about navigating the anxious attachment sty...
S14E5: Have You Had a Microwave Relationship?
23 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Why do relationships that start off so hot and heavy tend to cool down after a month or two? We're chatting with Emir about what we're coining...
S14E4: Dating a Workaholic
16 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With thin boundaries between work and life nowadays, we're diving into the line between career-oriented and work-obsessed as we chat with Caitlin ...
S14E3: Who Will You Meet in the Wild? w/Will Rocklin
09 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From meeting IRL in your city to a solo trip on the other side of the world, we're discussing how you can meet romantic prospects in the wild as w...
S14E2: Death to the Daterview w/ Celeste Headlee
02 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to connect better on your dates, we're about to drop some techniques as we chat with journalist Celeste Headlee about how we can have ...