Dates & Mates With Damona Hoffman | Dating And Relationship Advice

Chris Thompson, one of the hottest multi-platform content creators, breaks down the gender war he’s witnessing online and shares his methods for coming back to a place of peace. The Dating Dish headline is: Should Dating References Be Required In Online Dating? And the Dear Damona question is: Is my picker broken? Be sure to follow Chris on TikTok and Instagram @SupDaily and check out his podcast “Unfiltered Friends” wherever you listen to Dates & Mates! Sponsor: The gift of health has never been so easy to share than it is this holiday. For listeners of the show, Everlywell is offering a discount of 20% off an at-home lab test at everlywell.com/datesandmates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jennifer Hurvitz, best-selling author and relationship coach, shares her personal experience and outlines how to return to dating after a big breakup. The Dating Dish headline is: Is the relationship doomed if you’re not sexually attracted to your partner. In Dear Damona a listener says: My boyfriend is great on paper, but things feel mundane. Am I being too picky, unrealistic, or holding onto an idealized connection that may never materialize?  Be sure to follow Jennifer on Instagram @DoingRelationshipsRight and check out her book “Midlife Priceless: A Dating Coach’s Guide to *Finally* Doing Relationships Right”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jordan Green, family therapist and the founder of the Remble app, breaks down the 5 stages of every relationship to help you navigate the ups and downs that come with time. The Dating Dish headline today is: Here’s the No. 1 thing that makes relationships successful according to psychologists. The Dear Damona question is: I’m ready to return to dating and Bumble seems right for me. Can you share some tips? Be sure to follow Jordan on Instagram @The.Love.Therapist and check out the Remble app!  Sponsor: Spice up your me time with an extended 30 day free trial when you go to DipseaStories.com/DATESANDMATES. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nicole Lapin, best-selling author and host of the podcast Money Rehab, meets you at the intersection of money and dating to help you develop your financial love language. The Dating Dish headline today is: Do you have a type? Maybe what you think you want and what you actually prefer don’t match up. The Dear Damona question is: After having our first video chat, I can no longer see myself kissing my match. What should I do? Be sure to follow Nicole on Instagram @NicoleLapin and pick up a copy of her book “Miss Independent” at NicoleLapin.com! Sponsor: The gift of health has never been so easy to share than it is this holiday. For listeners of the show, Everlywell is offering a discount of 20% off an at-home lab test at everlywell.com/datesandmates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kamie Crawford, co-host of MTV’s Catfish and host of the podcast Relationsh!t, brings you up to speed on all things dating, from the apps to catfishing and beyond, just in time for Cuffing Season. We kick off the show with a Romance Rollback this week with a retrospective on a classic custom that you might be able to still use today – dance cards. The Dear Damona question is: I think I am ready to start dating again after losing my husband two years ago. Where should I begin? Be sure to follow Kamie on Instagram @KamieCrawford and listen to Relationsh!t wherever you listen to Dates & Mates! Sponsors: Start your search for a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours. Just go to ZocDoc.com/Damona and download the ZocDoc app for FREE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Married At First Sight expert, Dr. Pia Holec, shares tips on how to build trust and intimacy with a partner for a healthier, more satisfying relationship. The Dating Dish headline today is: What Is Toxic Forgiveness? And Is It Really Possible to "Forgive and Forget"? The Dear Damona question is: I’m nervous about showing my body to a new partner. What should I do? Be sure to watch Married At First Sight Season 15 on Lifetime! And follow Dr. Pia on Instagram @SexDrPia Read the PopSugar article on Toxic Forgiveness at https://www.popsugar.com/love/what-is-toxic-forgiveness-48984021 Sponsors: Spice up your me-time, explore your fantasies, relax and unwind, or heat things up with a partner with Dipsea Stories. Get an extended 30 day free trial when you go to DipseaStories.com/DATESANDMATES.   You can change your life and Mel Robbins will show you how. Listen to The Mel Robbins Podcast every Monday and Thursday wherever you listen to Dates & Mates. Drew Barrymore wants to give you good news on the go, becaus

In this special Halloween episode, Damona is back with another round of your deepest, darkest dating horror stories. She’s joined by Rory Uphold, actress, singer-songwriter and host of the podcast, Crimes of the Heart. Together they discuss what went wrong and what you might be able to do if you find yourself in a similar situation. The Dating Dish headline today is: 95 Couples Costumes Ideas That Are Cute, But Not The Nauseating Kind Of Cute. Be sure to follow Rory on Instagram @ICouldBeBlonder  And, check out her podcast, Crimes of the Heart, wherever you listen to Dates & Mates. Download the free Profile Starter Kit at datesandmates.lpages.co/profile-starter-kit-opt-in/ Sponsors: You can have your best night’s sleep with comfy sheets and loungewear from Cozy Earth. Go to CozyEarth.com and use the code 'Damona' for 35% off sitewide.   Everlywell is digital healthcare designed for you. Get 20% off an at-home lab test at everlywell.com/datesandmates Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad

Orna Walters, domestic violence survivor turned love coach, shares her personal story, some signs to look out for, and how to prepare yourself for a happy, healthy partnership. The Dating Dish headline today is: Unpopular Opinion: Long-distance relationships have the most potential. The Dear Damona question is: When is the right time to discuss taking down our dating profiles? And, if you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence please do not hesitate, call the Domestic Abuse Hotline: 800-799-7233 Grab Orna and Matthew Walter’s FREE guide at https://www.7stepstosoulmating.com And follow Orna and Matthew on Instagram @OrnaAndMatthew Read the John Hopkins Newsletter on LDR’s by visiting: https://www.jhunewsletter.com/article/2022/10/opposing-viewpoints-long-distance-relationships-have-the-most-potential Download Damona's FREE Profile Starter Kit here: https://datesandmates.lpages.co/profile-starter-kit-opt-in/ Sponsors: You can have your best night’s sleep with comfy sheets and loungewear fro

Nora McInerny, author and host of the podcast, Terrible, Thanks For Asking, discusses how she managed after losing the love of her life, how she opened herself back up to love and how every experience in between led her to exactly where she is today. The Dating Dish headline today is: Dating is Broken. Going Retro Could Fix It. The Dear Damona question is: I found my missed connection on LinkedIn. Should I message him? Be sure to pick up a copy of Bad Vibes Only: And Other Things I Bring To The Table by visiting Nora’s website: https://noraborealis.com/ And follow Nora on Instagram @Noraborealis Interested in Matchmaking? Go to https://www.threedayrule.com/damonahoffman to request a consultation with Damona’s matchmaking colleague at Three Day Rule. Check out The New York Times article Dating Is Broken. Going Retro Could Fix It. https://www.nytimes.com/2022/09/29/opinion/dating-courtship-relationships.html Sponsors: Ready to spice up your me-time, explore your fantasies, or heat things up with a partner

Nick Viall, author and host of the podcast The Viall Files, discusses his new book Don’t Text Your Ex Happy Birthday and helps you navigate the ups and downs of the dating process so you feel more empowered when you go out. The Dating Dish headline today is: Is your work stress making you more critical in dating and relationships? Then later, it’s not just Dear Damona. We’ll be doing a crossover Ask Nick/Dear Damona as we both tackle your questions in love and dating. Questions include: My match seems to have suddenly lost interest and I really like him. What should I do? And, my match revealed that she isn’t looking for a relationship after dating me for 3 weeks. Should I wait it out or move on? Be sure to pick up a copy of Don’t Text Your Ex Happy Birthday at https://damonahoffman.com/DontTextYourHappyBirthday And follow Nick on Instagram @NickViall   Sponsors: You can change your life and Mel Robbins will show you how. Listen to The Mel Robbins Podcast every Monday and Thursday wherever you listen to t

Nadia Jagessar, from Netflix’s hit show Indian Matchmaking, discusses her matchmaking experiences, her current relationship status and what she learned from participating in the show. The Dating Dish headline today is: How can you upgrade your text flirting (according to the U.S. Emoji Trend Report.) The Dear Damona question is: I have a crush. How can I encourage them to ask me out? Follow Nadia on Instagram @NadiaJagessar and check out her event planning company as well @EuphoriaEventsNJ Sponsors: When you want to be a better problem solver, therapy can get you there. Visit BetterHelp.com/DATESANDMATES today to get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts of the Excuse My Grandma podcast, Kim Murstein and her Grandma Gail, break down the differences in dating for different generations. The headline today is: Here’s Exactly How (and Why!) You Should Soft Launch Your Relationship on Instagram. The Dear Damona question is: I am afraid to share some personal info with my match. What should I do?  Follow Kim and Grandma Gail on Instagram and TikTok @ExcuseMyGrandma  Learn more at ExcuseMyGrandma.com! Sponsors: Enrollment is NOW OPEN for Damona’s last live coaching program of the year.  Reserve your spot, book your pod, and get started today inThe Dating Accelerator at TheDatingSecret.com You can grow thicker, healthier hair with Nutrafol. Save $15 off your first month’s subscription when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code “DATES”. Ready to spice up your me-time, explore your fantasies, or heat things up with a partner? Dipsea is offering an extended 30 day free trial when you go to Dipsea Stories.com/DATESANDMATES. Learn more about your ad c

Rob Mack, a positive psychology expert, author and television personality, shares his lessons and inspirations for how to “Love from the Inside Out”. The headline today is: Why is being “too nice” such a turn off? The Dear Damona question is: My on again, off again relationship keeps failing but I can’t let it go. What should I do? Follow Rob on Instagram @RobMackOfficial Grab a copy of his book “Love from the Inside Out” at CoachRobMack.com/books Enrollment is NOW OPEN for Damona’s last live coaching program of the year.  Reserve your spot in The Dating Accelerator at TheDatingSecret.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Roy Wood, Jr., host of the podcasts The Daily Show: Beyond the Scenes and Roy’s Job Fair, gives us his take on dating, race relations and the worst dating advice he’s ever heard. The headline today is: Is Cheating Contagious? The Dear Damona question is: Why are people verbally attacking me on dating apps when I say I’m not interested?  Follow Roy on Instagram @RoyWoodJr Listen to Roy’s Job Fair wherever you listen to this podcast! Catch “Confess, Fletch” in theaters on September 16th! Enrollment is NOW OPEN for Damona’s last live coaching program of the year.  Reserve your spot in The Dating Accelerator at TheDatingSecret.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ilana Dunn, the foremost authority on Millennial and Gen Z dating and the host of the podcast “Seeing Other People”, shares her top texting tips for meeting your match and her no games approach that is rewriting the rules for today’s daters. The headline today is: Liar Liar profile on fire - folks are fibbing on dating apps - but about what? The Dear Damona question is: How do I know if my relationship is worth fighting for? Enrollment is NOW OPEN for Damona’s last live coaching program of the year.  Reserve your spot in The Dating Accelerator at TheDatingSecret.com Get $300 off in the month of August with the discount code AUGUST Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special Season 10 premiere of Dates & Mates, Damona is here to answer all of your questions like: How do I keep my imagination from running wild once I meet a match? My marriage ended in an affair ten years ago, how do I re-enter the dating world in a positive way? And, how do I tell my partner that my interest in a polyamorous relationship is not a phase? Sponsors: The dating accelerator is back! Check it out at TheDatingSecret.com Prioritize yourself with 10% off your first month of therapy at BetterHelp.com/datesandmates Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charles J. Orlando, host and expert of Lifetime’s Seven Year Switch Seasons 2 and 3, breaks down the origin and evolution of chivalry. Plus, he will tell you what to look out for on a first date when gaging long term potential. Prioritize yourself with 10% off your first month of counseling at BetterHelp.com/datesandmates Download the free Profile Starter Kit at datesandmates.lpages.co/profile-starter-kit-opt-in/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jonathon Aslay, author and mid-life dating and relationship coach, breaks down the idea of self love and outlines his techniques for mastering the concept in this week’s “Summer Encore Series”. The Dear Damona questions are: How do I learn to be more open and vulnerable in dating? Are there certain topics to avoid on a first date? And, how do I motivate myself to get back into the dating game? Follow Jonathon on Twitter @JonathonAslay Learn more about Jonathon Aslay at jonathonaslay.com Get your free Profile Starter Kit at DamonaHoffman.com under the “Work with Me” tab. Prioritize yourself by getting 10% off your first month at Betterhelp.com/datesandmates Spice things up with an extended 30 day free trial when you go to DipseaStories.com/DatesandMates Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Communication sounds simple, but while we spend more and more time on our phones and behind our computers, our face to face conversations are beginning to suffer. In the fifth episode of the “Summer Encore Series” we are reaching into the vault to share special content that is no longer available to the public. This episode covers the 4 keys to healthy communication, how to avoid the texting trap, and so much more! Download the free Profile Starter Kit at datesandmates.lpages.co/profile-starter-kit-opt-in/ Buy the First Date Starter Kit Today at damonahoffman.com/first-date-starter-kit-checkout-27/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul Carrick Brunson, of Married at First Sight UK, shares his top 4 factors when it comes to meeting your match in this week’s “Summer Encore Series”. Follow Paul on Instagram @PaulCBrunson Learn more about Paul at PaulCBrunson.com Prioritize yourself with 10% off your first month of counseling at BetterHelp.com/datesandmates Download the free Profile Starter Kit at datesandmates.lpages.co/profile-starter-kit-opt-in/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices