Transcripts

Cindy and Mike

Cindy and Mike

The following is the transcript of this podcast episode.: Jodi: Hello, Cindy. It’s great to have you on the show. Cindy: Thank you so much, Jodi. I’m a great fan of your podcasts. Jodi: Thank you! So, as you know, here at First Date Stories, we like to learn a bit about each of our guests before we delve into the first date story. Please share something about yourself. Cindy: Sure. I work with education nonprofits and originally I was a middle school teacher. So…

Natasha and Ed

Natasha and Ed

The following is the transcript of this podcast episode.: Jodi: Welcome, Natasha. Thank you so much for joining me on the podcast. Natasha: Thank you very much. It’s my pleasure. Jodi: We’re here today to talk about a first date that you went on, but let’s talk about something else first. Please share a little bit about what you enjoy doing and what brings you joy in life. Natasha: I enjoy hiking and I enjoy nature. I enjoy being outside. I work as a botanist,…

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…

Leah and Paul

Leah and Paul

The following is the transcript of this podcast episode.: Jodi: Welcome, Leah! Leah: It’s nice to be here. Jodi: I’m so glad you are. Leah: Thank you. Jodi: Let’s learn some things about you before we learn about your date with Paul. Leah: I’m in my early 60s now. I’ve been a real estate broker for several years. Prior to that, I had been in the apparel industry. I’ve traveled extensively for business and pleasure. Some of the things I love to do in my…

Maxine and Brian

Maxine and Brian

The following is the transcript of this podcast episode.: Jodi: Hi Maxine. Welcome to the podcast. Maxine: Thank you so much for having me. Jodi: It’s great to have you here today to hear the first date story that you’re going to share with all of us. Maxine: It’s an interesting one. Jodi: Everybody who listens to First Date Stories knows that each episode we start out with the guest telling us a little bit about herself. Maxine: I am a communications professor and a…

Rose and Jared

Rose and Jared

The following is the transcript of this podcast episode.: Jodi: Welcome, Rose. It is really nice to have you on the podcast today. Thanks for being here. Rose: Thank you. I’m honored to be here. Jodi: As our listeners know, here at First Date Stories we’re all about women’s stories. Let’s start off talking a little about your personal story. Rose: I’m 48 years old. I am a multifaceted entrepreneur. I have quite a few businesses. I juggle between the different businesses. I do a…