First Date Stories: Women's Romantic and Ridiculous Midlife Adventures Available Now
Tara and Lee
Tara’s husband was an alcoholic. Their marriage fell apart. She started dating online to help her heal from the devastating divorce. Tara wanted to find a fun companion, not another husband. Hear how she met Lee and about their spontaneous first date.
Season 2, Episode 8
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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.
It can be scary to move away from being a people-pleaser. Saying “no” to unwanted dates, sexual acts and relationships is something that many people struggle with. But it’s an essential skill for finding and growing loving relationships that you can develop.
Laurie and PeterFirst 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.
Lexi and SamSome women know exactly what they want in a life partner. Lexi spent years running her successful company. With the little free time she had to date, she never wavered from the list of qualities she wanted in a soulmate. Was Sam the man she was seeking? Find out.
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.
Cheryle and RayIn 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.
Cindy and MikeCindy was just 46 years old when her husband died. Following years of mourning, adjusting, and renewal, she started dating again. A concern of hers was going out with newly separated men. Find out what happened when she decided to say “yes” to a date with one.