First Date Stories: Women's Romantic and Ridiculous Midlife Adventures Available Now
Theresa and Jeff
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 complicated backstory. She also imparts dating insights she’s gained and talks about how her approach to dating has evolved.
Season 1, Episode 9
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Jodi knows that dating can be challenging - especially in your late 30s and beyond. A successful businesswoman, she found herself navigating the dating world later in life. Jodi realized there was no place that demystified the dating scene and offered support, inspiration and camaraderie to female daters in midlife. That’s why she created First Date Stories. She is also the founder and President of Espoir Ventures, LLC, the company behind First Date Stories, and the author of "First Date Stories: Women's Romantic and Ridiculous Midlife Adventures," which was published by She Write Press.
Laura and IvanWhen Laura realized she wanted a life partner, she took a project-like approach to finding love. Find out what happened when Laura and Ivan connected first through OKCupid, and then again, unintentionally, through Match.com one year later.
It’s hard to put your best foot forward on a first date when you’re nervous or stressed. Our eight tips will help you release your first date jitters and feel more chill so you can be fully present and fabulous on your date.
Choosing photos for your online dating profile can be stressful. Pick ones that will help you get noticed and allow you to represent yourself in an authentic way. Here’s how.
Chloe and DavidAfter her 24-year marriage ended, Chloe was unsure of her identity and purpose. With her kids now adults, she found the courage to move across the country and start her life anew. In our Season 3 finale, Chloe shares how she reinvented herself in her early 50s. She met David soon after the pandemic began, learned about herself as she got to know him, and ultimately recognized that she’s a badass.
Even the most successful, confident, attractive, self-aware, and sociable people have insecurities about their lovability. Deep-seated shame can make dating and relationships difficult no matter who you are. Fortunately, there are ways to overcome shame and develop unbreakable love for yourself and others.
Vanessa and LiamIn the world of dating, no matter your age, signals get crossed and actions are misinterpreted. This was true for Vanessa, who returns to the podcast to talk about her first date with Liam. She was interested in him, but did he feel the same way about her? Discover why there was so much confusion and what Vanessa learned from her experience. Read the Transcript Season 1, Episode 19