The show just showed the highlights, but on Dates & Mates today, you get the full experience of what a flirting coaching session with me is like.
For today’s demo I’m joined by two experienced improvisers Marquis Olison & Nicky Urban (whose improv group was just on America’s Got Talent last week.) With me, they demonstrate how improv can make flirting fun. I know it sounds CRAZY but I promise if you listen and try out some of the exercises, you flirt game will never be the same.
Here’s the rundown:
Why improv? (2:30)
How men can impress women in today’s world (5:30)
Yes, And (9:00)
What you can learn from Yes, And & How to replicate (12:00)
How to build energy on a date (13:30)
Accepting someone’s reality (17:00)
Mirroring & How to tell if someone is intelligent (18:30)
Embrace The Weird (23:00)
Missing this week’s headlines?
Damona’s got you! Watch for Damona’s IGTV today for this week’s headlines on: All of the Hollywood Heartbreak this week (spoiler alert: lots of Hollywood exes made headlines), learning your dating app score, and how to stand out on dates in big cities.
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Lovers, it’s the first official week of summer! Welcome to the first official episode of the Dates & Mates Summer Love Series.
The topic this week? First Dates.
First dates are the foundation of every great relationship. The tone and the rules you set at the beginning will follow you into the relationship or squash the potential for one to develop. In this master class, Damona tells you how to plan the perfect first date. Here’s the rundown:
Why are first dates so important? (1:30)
Should I google my date before I go? (2:00)
The Phone Call (4:00)
What should wear on a first date? (8:00)
What’s a good thing to do on a first date? (13:00)
How long should a first date be? (16:00)
7 Date Ideas BETTER THAN A DINNER DATE (21:00)
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
Get Damona’s First Date Starter Kit. You get advice on:
The one thing you should ALWAYS always ALWAYS do before a first date.
How to ensure a second date if you like the person you’re on a first date with
And conversation tips to make sure it never falls flat or feels boring – crucial first date advice
It also has an audio program that shows you 7 different ways to make a match and how to maximize their effectiveness
This is perfect for anyone who feels like they’re burnt out on dating apps and need new ways to meet people
Or if you feel like you’re doing everything you can to make a match but it’s simply not working
This concise program is packed with actionable advice and in it I will teach you all the steps that I’ve used with my clients over the last 13 years to bring them more dates, and better quality dates
And all the crucial steps you need to take before, during, and after to set yourself up for dating success.
Do all the people you like on a first date never seem to call again?
Do you find yourself getting tongue-tied or overwhelmed on a first date?
Are you bored with your first dates and feeling like you’re running out of options?
The Pumpkin Spice Lattes are brewing, sweater weather is upon us, and that can only mean one thing: it’s time for Damona’s favorite show of the year! It’s our annual Halloween Horror Stories episode where we hear the worst dates you’ve experienced. Here’s the rundown:
D’S DATING DISH
This former celebrity online dater is knocked up
Amy Schumer has found love and is starting a family! She announced her pregnancy in a super adorable and politically savvy way. Congratulations Amy – and watch out Markle – you’ve got competition. Check out her baby announcement here!
The real reason people stay in bad relationships
For a long time we thought that people stayed in bad relationships because they had a fear of being single. According to two new studies, there may be a different reason. Damona breaks it down in today’s episode.
Henry Lehmiller, a sociologist and research fellow at the Kinsey Institute, did a study on American fantasies and found that our fantasies have a lot to do with our personality. Damona and Producer Leah discuss what this study says about you.
Today Damona and Producer Leah heard from you about your worst dating experiences. Thank you to Tavishya, Troy, Amber, Brett Allen of the Open Mic Podcast, and the amazing Karrine Steffans for sharing their experiences! These are not your average Halloween Horror Stories. These stories include:
Fireworks and Muggles
Men who sing about barbecue
The old gas money trick
And a blind date who needs a ride…from the airport
Do you have a dating horror story we haven’t heard yet? Tweet us or let us know in the comments below!
NEED A CUTE DATE NIGHT IDEA?
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Evin Rose, dating and love life transformation coach for millennial women, co-hosts this week’s episode of Dates & Mates. Last week, we dove deep into the mind of men and figured out what the guys are really thinking. Now it’s the ladies’ turn! Today Damona and Evin sit down with a panel of single women to figure out what women really want. Here’s the rundown:
D’S DATING DISH
Why is it so hard to turn a Tinder date into a relationship?
Research from Michigan State University indicates that couples who meet online are 28% more likely to split up within a year. What makes these relationships different? What expectations should we have for Tinder dates? Damona and Evin discuss.
Put your best foot forward
Picking a first date outfit can be a lot of pressure. This week, MamaM!a published a few suggestions for your first date outfit. Damona and Evin give you some suggestions on how to show off your personality.
Are sugar babies bad for feminism?
SeekingArrangement now has over 3 million users worldwide and the numbers are growing. The average Sugar Baby is 25 and makes about 2800 a month from her Daddies. What are the biggest misconceptions about Sugar Baby and Sugar Daddy/Mommy relationships? Are these relationships actually empowering for Sugar Babies? Damona and Evin have thoughts.
WHAT A GIRL WANTS
Last week, the men told us what really goes on in their head. This week, the ladies got a turn. Today we sat down with Rebecca Bernard and Nelly Dennis to get some answers on what women really want. Here’s what we covered:
Men on dating apps & the riffraffery
The worst DMs
Do you right swipe when you see someone you know?
What do you do when married men proposition you?
Pick Up Lines
Courtship & Chivalry
Should women make the first move?
Who pays on the first date?
You know the drill, fellas. They’re single, ready to mingle, and open for DMs. (Please, no dick pics, thanks.)
TECHNICALLY DATING
Submit your questions Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook and hear our answers live on the show! Here are the topics we answered this week:
Should you tell your dates that you’re seeing other people?
How do you ask your partner for a threesome?
How to get over anxiety over asking women out.
DAMONA’S DIATRIBE
This week we remember Mac Miller and send condolences to his family, friends, and Ariana Grande. Today on Damona’s diatribe, Damona has a message for those who are in relationships with a person struggling with addiction.
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Our guest co-host this week was Jamie Faye. An internationally certified dating and relationship coach, Jamie currently lives in Tel Aviv with her husband and helps coach individual and couples in their personal, romantic, and professional relationships, with a special emphasis on millennials.
D’S DATING DISH (2:04)
What is a mixed-weight relationship and why does it matter?
There’s recently been some discussion revolving around mixed-weight relationships, a relationship where there’s a notable difference in size between partners. Some find it a descriptor that can help you find power in labels, while others find it problematic and unnecessary. You can read more via Refinery29 here.
Device use can seriously impact relationships
A recent Kaspersky Lab study showed that 55% of couples argue about devices and their use. Though there’s a wide variety of specific reasons, the most common issue of contention is couples using a device while face-to-face with their partner. You can read more via Deccan Chronicle here.
Can you have sex on the first date in the age of #MeToo?
The conversation around sex and dating has seen some radical shifts: how about for as something as time-honored as the “three date rule”? Opinions vary, but there could be some benefit to getting hot and heavy early on in the relationship. You can read more via the Sydney Morning Herald.
What to do if you don’t feel like a priority after six months of dating
How to handle an ex that’s using Snapchat to keep tabs on you
How to know whether you should give up on a guy or not
And many more . . .
DAMONA’S DIATRIBE (47:53)
Damona got something under her skin this week, so it was time for another Diatribe. Up on the chopping block this time around: those who don’t read beyond the headlines.
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Our guest co-host this week was Diann Valentine. An internationally acclaimed wedding and event planner and interior designer, author of the book Going the Distance for Love, and love expert on the new Bravo series, To Rome for Love, Diann sat with us to dish the scoop on her show and tackle user questions in Technically Dating.
D’S DATING DISH (2:37)
What drink should you order on a first date?
The British dating app Trueview conducted a survey of its users to see what drink is best to order on a first date. Surprisingly, beer and cider got low ratings, but wine of all kinds got top marks. Want to know what you should never, ever order? Well, you’ll just have to catch up with our episode to find out. You can read the original article via Nottingham Post here.
The strange dating rule that says men should date someone half their age plus seven
This old adage is commonly accepted, but where exactly did it come from and why? Well, this week we looked into it and found out that it’s credited to Max O’Rell in a book on dating from 1901. It seems women are generally “allowed” to date men up to 15 years older than them, but men are frowned upon for dating older women. What do you think? Should you set a minimum age you’ll date, or is it all up to how you connect? You can read more via Independent here.
Is Aziz guilty of sexual assault, or just being a bad date?
Unless you’re living under a rock, you’ve no doubt heard about the recent scandal involving Aziz Ansari. Long story short: Aziz took a woman home after a few drinks and she has stated that his behavior was predatory and made her uncomfortable. However, many women are claiming that this story is simple one of a bad date, and that the account is damaging the #MeToo and #TimesUp movements. Where do you stand? You can read more via CNN here.
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