Author: The Stories Team

Isabel and Todd

Isabel and Todd

The following is the transcript of this podcast episode.: Jodi: Welcome, Isabel. It’s terrific to have you on the podcast. Isabel: Hi, Jodi. Thank you so much for having me. Jodi: We’re going to talk about a first date that you went on. But before we do that, I know our listeners are interested in hearing about you. Isabel: Me, I’m a 40-something. I’m married. I have a dog, no children. I love being outdoors and I love practicing yoga. Jodi: This date that we’re…

Tara and Lee

Tara and Lee

The following is the transcript of this podcast episode.: Jodi: Hi, Tara. Thanks for coming on the show and for being my guest this episode. Tara: Hi, it’s my pleasure to be here. Jodi: Why don’t we start off with you sharing a few details about your backstory with me and with the listeners? Tara: Well, I am 50 years old. I was married, divorced, now remarried. I have a daughter. I worked as a teacher and then in the regulatory industry. I’m now working…

Laura and Ivan

Laura and Ivan

The following is the transcript of this podcast episode.: Jodi: Hello, Laura. Thank you so much for joining me on the podcast. It’s terrific that you’re here. Laura: Thank you for having me. Jodi: We are going to talk about a first date that you went on. I want to first hear about you. Please, tell me, and tell the listeners, a bit about yourself. Laura: Well, I’m 46. I’m a PhD student. I’m married and I’ve spent the last 15 years working as a…

Denise and Brad

Denise and Brad

The following is the transcript of this podcast episode.: Jodi: Welcome, Denise. It’s a pleasure to have you as my guest on the podcast this episode. Denise: I am thrilled to be here. Thank you for the invitation. Jodi: Thank you so much for coming on to share your dating experience, specifically your first date experience, that you had after you returned to the dating world following the passing of your husband. I know that we have listeners who, sadly, are in the same place…

Tabatha and Richard

Tabatha and Richard

The following is the transcript of this podcast episode.: Jodi: Hello Tabatha! Thank you for being with me today. Tabatha: Thank you for inviting me. Jodi: Let’s hear about you first before we hear about Richard. Tabatha: I’m 53. I worked for over 30 years doing billing, bookkeeping. I decided to take a break and do a little house cleaning. So that’s my current profession. I have two daughters. One is 23 and one is 31. I have two grandkids, both born in the same…

Special Episode: How to Find Joy While Dating

Special Episode: How to Find Joy While Dating

The following is the transcript of this podcast episode.: Jodi: Welcome! Thanks for tuning in to this special episode of the podcast. It’s a treat to have Sarika Jain as my guest on the show and to talk with her about finding joy while dating. What an important topic. After all, who doesn’t want joy in their lives? In an ideal world, the entire dating experience would be fun, exciting and joy-filled. But that’s probably not how you, and how most people, would describe their…

Monica and Scott

Monica and Scott

The following is the transcript of this podcast episode.: Jodi: Hi, Monica. Thank you so much for coming on the show to talk about a memorable first date you’ve been on. Monica: Well, I’m glad to be here, Jodi. Jodi: Let’s start out with you sharing a little bit about yourself before we delve into your story. Monica: Sure. I’m in the 40-something category. I was married for 21 years and I’m divorced. My surgeon husband left me for his nurse. So, I got to…