Dates & Mates with Damona Hoffman

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Done with Dating & The Cheerleader Effect Oct 14, 2019

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Samantha Burns, AKA The Millennial Love Expert, explains her 7 steps to be done with dating once and for all. Headlines for the week include: Is it weird that Kaley Cuoco doesn’t live with her new husband, Tinder’s newest content-driven feature might help you find your perfect match this October, and new apps for healthier relationships. Samantha and Damona also answer listener questions like should you tell your friend if her boyfriend is raising some red flags and what to do if you don’t want to be with someone but you don’t want them to date anyone else.

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Love & Loss Oct 07, 2019

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Gladys Diaz of Heart's Desire International, tells the story of losing her husband at age 27, healing heartbreak, and starting over. Damona and Gladys also cover headlines: how to find the perfect first date spot, do you really need to date your intellectual match, and a solution for daters who are nervous about online safety! Plus they answer listener questions: why do people put other people's kids in their dating profiles and is online dating a must if you're 39 and divorced? Find Heart's Desire International online at heartsdesireintl.com and on Facebook (@HeartsDesireIntl) Get your FREE Profile Starter Kit at profilestarterkit.com!

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Argument Addiction & Chemistry Lies Sep 30, 2019

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Dr. Phillip Lee, marital therapist, co-head of Cornell Medical Center and author of the book, Argument Addiction, spells out a silent but deadly killer of relationships - argument addiction. Damona and Producer Leah cover headlines: Does your wedding budget predict divorce, the new rules of courtship, and Demi Moore spills the tea on her marriage to Ashton’s Kutcher. Damona and Dr. Lee also answer your questions like what does it mean to be too picky in dating and is your man really your man if he's still on dating apps? There are millions of people on dating apps and sites. If you're not finding love there, we have a problem. Try Damona's solution, the Profile Starter Kit, at profilestarterkit.com Get your copy of Argument Addiction and be sure to follow Drs. Lee and Phillip on Twitter (@ArgumentBook) and Instragram (@ArgumentAddictionBook)

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Dating Fatigue & Dumbing it Down Sep 23, 2019

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Kacie Main, author of "I Gave Up Men For Lent," shares the story of why she took a break from men for over 40 days, how she identified her purpose in dating, and moved past dating fatigue. Damona and Kacie also cover headlines: Do ladies dumb themselves down to get a date, one trick guaranteed to get you a second date, and this dating app has banned filtered photos forever. Plus they answer questions from listeners such as how to respond to disrespectful comments on dating apps and what to do if a dating app conversation has gone cold. Want to do some extra reading on the topics we cover this episode? Read further on Damona's blog at datesandmates.com Write a profile that does the hard work for you! Get your FREE Profile Starter Kit at profilestarterkit.com! Find Kacie Main at kaciemain.com. Make sure to get a copy of her book "I Gave up Men For Lent: The story of a jaded, hopelessly romantic, health-conscious party girl’s search for meaning"

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Master Class: Dating App Dos & Don'ts Sep 16, 2019

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Damona gives a step by step assessment on how to improve your dating app approach. Plus, a complete overview of Facebook's new dating app. Then, a recent study of the marriage market proves there is a shortage of marriageable men? Damona breaks down how men and women can overcome marriage market challenges and stay ahead of the game. Get your FREE Profile Starter Kit TODAY! profilestarterkit.com Bonus reading materials: Damona in Essence and Shondaland Want to get on the VIP list for the 30 Day Dating Playbook? Click here! If you want a more in-depth step-by-step tutorial on Facebook Dating, find @alittlenudge on Instagram here!

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Modern Fairytales & FOMO Sep 09, 2019

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Hannah Orenstein, Senior Dating Editor at Elite Daily and author of Love at First Like, talks modern fairytales, romantic fantasies, and Instagram-related relationship FOMO. Damona and Hannah discuss headlines: What is "sexy-poor", what you can learn from polyamorous relationships, what happens when an expert polishes up your dating profile (spoiler alert: Damona's the expert we're talking about.) Questions from listeners include: what to do if a new person you're dating never asks you questions about yourself and should you always swipe left if their dating profile is blank? Get your copy of Hannah's book, Love at First Like! You can find Hannah on all the socials (@hannahorens). Read Damona's profile makeover advice in Shondaland here! Get your FREE Profile Starter Kit TODAY at profilestarterkit.com

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The Game of Desire & Dating With Dominance Sep 03, 2019

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Shan Boodram, certified sexologist and author of The Game of Desire, gives us the rules of attraction and tips on how to feel sexier, more confident, and magnetic even if you've never had "game" before. Damona and Shan also answer listener questions like: what to do when the dating pickings seem slim and can you be with someone who is sober, but you're not? Find Shan on IG (@shanboody) and make sure to pick up your copy of her REVOLUTIONARY new book, The Game of Desire, HERE. Get your FREE Profile Starter Kit at ProfileStarterKit.Com!

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Season 7 Is Here! Sep 02, 2019

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Season 7 is here! Can you guess our first guest? DM Damona (@DamonaHoffman on all the socials) or email her (damona@damonahoffman.com) if you know who it is! First episode of Season 7 drops tomorrow! Click here to listen to past episodes: John Kim - The Angry Therapist & Male EQ Clint Coley - Nice Guys and F Boys Dr. Jenn - Relationship Fix & The Communication Crisis Dr. V - Marriage Bootcamp & Bad Advice Mike Goldstein - EZ Dating & How Men Fall In Love Music: Let You Go (feat. Tara Flanagan) (Instrumental) by Spectrum https://spoti.fi/2ZLAORn Track: Reflection — JayJen & Enine [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus

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Nice Guys & F Boys Aug 26, 2019

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Clint Coley, comedian behind the podcast "Advice From A F Boy," gives unorthodox dating advice from a man with no relationship goals. Headlines include: Are you being dogfished, Jamie Foxx teaches us all about rebounding, and can men and women really have platonic friendships? Damona and Clint also answer listener questions like how to handle being ghosted by someone you were really vibing with and what to do when an ex reaches out. Follow Clint on Instagram (@ClintColey) and make sure to check out his podcast, Advice From A F Boy! Wedding Bells on Dates & Mates! Take a look at Nicki and Jamie's relationship story on Instagram (@DamonaHoffman)

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Body Confidence & Mojo Makeover Aug 19, 2019

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Dana B. Myers, author of the Mommy Mojo Makeover, and Laurie DiBiasio, CEO of Babe You Lingerie join Damona to talk about how negative self-perception and body image affects sexuality, dating, and marriage. This episode is all about self-love, self lovin', and getting your mojo back. Go to BabeYou.com and use the offer code DATESANDMATES for 10% off your first order. Follow Dana B Myers on Instagram (@danamyersxoxo) and be sure to check out Booty Parlor! Get your copy of Mommy Mojo Makeover today!

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