Do you wonder whether you’ll ever meet a man who is the right partner for the woman you’ve become? Janine did. She’d left her quarter-of-a-century marriage. When the pandemic began eight years later, she had a successful career and the wisdom that comes from decades of self-development. On our Season 4 finale, Janine shares how she approached dating as an adventure, came close to giving up on her search, and took a series of remarkable risks that has led her to the love she was seeking.

Season 4, Episode 12

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How do you handle things when a date you’re excited to go on leads to the ultimate dating disappointment? Sandy knows the answer. She and the Liverpool Dude had matched on Bumble. They talked for hours on the phone and texted multiple times. There was a palpable connection. She said “yes” to a first date. Listen to discover what happened next.

Season 4, Episode 11

To learn more about Sandy Weiner and her dating and relationship coaching for women over 40, visit LastFirstDateRadio.com.

Listen to the Last First Date Radio Podcast.

Join the “Your Last First Date” Facebook Group.

Get a copy of Sandy’s book, Becoming a Woman of Value: How to Thrive in Life and Love.

Visit TheWomenofValue.com.

Join the Woman of Value Club.

Connect with Sandy on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

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It’s not unusual to date the same kind of person again and again, but Carolyn didn’t want to do that. Following a breakup, she decided to date a wide variety of types of men so that she could identify the qualities she wanted in a long-term partner. She named her adventure the “Fifty First Dates Project.” Find out what happened, what she learned during her two and a half year dating odyssey, and whether it led her to her Mr. Yes.

Season 4, Episode 10

Carolyn Lee Arnold’s new book, Fifty First Dates After Fifty: A Memoir, can be purchased on Amazon or from your local bookstore.

Learn more about Carolyn and connect with her on Facebook and Instagram.

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Do you want to silence your inner critics? Would you like to date in way that helps you hone in on the right loving partner for you and filter out the wrong ones? In this Special Episode, Love and Relationship Expert Macy Matarazzo discusses her Five Star System and her No Rules Dating Approach. She’s created these dating techniques to help people develop healthy relationships and be super loved.

Season 4, Episode 9

Learn more about the SuperLoved System and sign up for a free consultation with Macy Matarazzo.

Take the Love Vibe Quiz and find out what’s blocking you from love.

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Bob had the background and accomplishments that Cindy thought she wanted in her next partner. He was well educated. He owned a ranch. He was financially successful. He also had a lot of drama going on in his life. Cindy, who was on the podcast in Season 2, has come back to delve into her first date with Bob and all that transpired afterwards.

Season 4, Episode 8

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In this Special Episode, Relationship and Marriage Expert Marcia Naomi Berger talks all about dating with marriage in mind. You will hear her advice on dealing with wounds from previous relationships, learn about repetition compulsion (and how to avoid it), and discover marriage minded dating techniques for you to use.

Season 4, Episode 7

Marcia’s new book, Marriage Minded: An A to Z Guide for Lasting Love, can be purchased on Amazon or from your local bookstore.

Read Marcia’s blog post Is He Ready for Marriage? Put Him to the Test

Learn more about Marcia at MarciaNaomiBerger.com and sign up for her monthly newsletter.

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The saying “timing is everything” definitely applies to dating. Comedian Erin Foley’s three year relationship had just ended when she and Sara went out on their first date. The evening went hilariously sideways. Hear what happened next and whether time was on their side.

Season 4, Episode 6

Enjoy more of Erin Foley’s comedy and find out where she’ll be performing next.

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Olivia returns to the podcast to talk about a dating app match that was made in the US and led to a first date in Europe. Olivia and Robert texted regularly for three weeks before they met. She was sensing strong chemistry and a deep connection with him as their conversation progressed. Was Olivia right? Discover what happened when they had their debut date in London.

Season 4, Episode 5

If you’re going on a first date in London, Olivia recommends The Mulwray cocktail bar.

Photo by Lucas Davies on Unsplash

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Is your approach to dating working as you’d like it to? Ready to try something new? In this special episode, Jodi and her guest, Mindful Dating Coach Dr. Marie Thouin, explore what it means to date mindfully. Don’t miss this conversation about how to effectively overcome rejection and incorporate enchantment, self-care, self-love and fun into your dating life.

Season 4, Episode 4

Read Dr. Marie Thouin’s article: Humanize Online Dating Through Mindful Swiping

To schedule a 30-minute free exploratory consultation with Dr. Marie Thouin, visit her website LoveInsight-Dating.com.

Connect with Dr. Marie Thouin on Instagram and Facebook.

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After ending her marriage of 26 years, Laurie had lost faith that she’d meet someone who has the qualities she’s looking for in a loving partner. Then she met Gary. He showed up to their first date with flowers and a candle! Did they come into each other’s lives at the right time? Find out. 

Season 4, Episode 3

Laurie’s book, Sandwiched: A Memoir of Holding on and Letting Go, can be purchased on Amazon or at your local bookstore.

You can learn more about Laurie at LaurieeJames.com and connect with her on Facebook and Instagram.

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