Podcast

In this special episode, Jodi and her guest, Dr. Marisa Cohen, delve into the science behind relationships, love and dating. Discover what studies have revealed about love at first sight, online dating, male and female attraction signals and more.

In this high-tech era, with social media, online dating and dating apps, some women wonder if it’s still possible to meet a man the old fashioned way, in person. Cheryle returns to the podcast to share how she met Ray and what happened on their first date. 

Everyone’s time is valuable. How much of it should you spend texting and emailing with a prospective date before meeting him for the first time? A seasoned dater, Rachel invested more upfront time getting to know Matt than she usually did with her blind dates. As it turned out, Matt’s actions spoke louder than his words.

What do you do when your biological clock is ticking and you want to be a mom, but there is no man in your life? Elizabeth decided to go it alone and was pregnant when Tom asked her to dinner. The story of what happened next should be heard by every woman who’s in a similar place in life today as Elizabeth was then.

Connie thought she had found the perfect match in Chris. But, when his actions on their first date suddenly took a sharp turn, she wondered whether she should trust her heart, or her gut. Listen as Connie shares her story about connection and intimacy, and how they don’t always match up.

Jeanette was in an unhappy long-term relationship when she met Randy. Hear how that encounter in her 50s, and the first date that followed, changed the trajectory of her life and all that she learned in her pursuit of hope and self-renewal.

Zoe was in her late 40s when she first considered dating websites. A private person, she was uncomfortable posting personal information online. Learn out how she overcame her concerns and about her memorable Match.com date with Mitch.

First dates are about exploring whether there’s compatibility and chemistry between two people. Find out how Laurie handled things when she showed up for her date with Peter and realized it was a three-some.

We all have baggage, but how much is too much? Theresa, 58, shares her story about going on a first date with a man who had a very complicated backstory and how she handled things.

What’s the best frame of mind to be in when going out with someone new? Juliana talks about a New Year’s Eve date she went on with a man who said one thing, but did another, and how she handled it all.