Last First Date Radio

What are the communication mistakes that can slowly ruin relationships? Lior Illouz is the co-founder and CEO of Bonds, a PhD-backed AI relationship app with 10,000+ users, built with his childhood friend, clinical psychologist Dr. Lior Kritzman. A former Meta leader, husband who married at 38, and first-time father, Lior helps people catch the small communication patterns that quietly end relatio...

I'm answering a woman's question: "How do I determine if I even want to date again after two divorces and a few long term relationships? I'm 68. I like my life. I miss intimacy, but when I think about going on the apps, I wonder if it's worth the effort." If you have ever wondered if you should give up on dating and just focus on having a wonderful life without a partner,...

Do you vent to ChatGPT during your divorce? Attorney Kirk Stange is here to advise you about why this is a bad idea. He is the President and Founding Partner of Stange Law Firm, PC. Since founding the firm in 2007, he has helped grow it into a multi-state law firm while overseeing strategic growth, operations, and leadership. A frequent legal educator and published author, Kirk has received numero...

The benefits of having difficult conversations are so much greater than the fear of having them. Before you talk yourself out of having them, learn the five things that shift when you learn how to speak up effectively. Join the masterclass here (or sign up for the waitlist) https://lastfirstdate.com/difficult-conversations-masterclass/ ►Please subscribe/rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast...

Before getting invested in a man, what questions should women over 40 ask? Marcelle LeBlanc is an entrepreneur, speaker, and founder of The Conversation Architect. After rebuilding her life following divorce, she discovered that one honest conversation can change the course of a life. Today, she teaches women the skill of having difficult conversations so they can gain clarity, trust themselves, a...

Here are five reasons why we’re afraid to speak when we have something important to say. Ready to learn how to overcome those fears and have difficult conversations with more ease? Register now (or join the wait list) for Difficult Conversations Made Easier. Join me for this 90-minute masterclass and walk away with practical tools, real language, and the confidence to finally have the conversation...

How do you love intentionally in midlife and beyond? Alfina Lofaro wrote a book on this topic! She is a kinesiologist, coach, author and speaker helping people build healthier relationships with themselves and others. Through "Love Deliberately", she teaches self-awareness, communication, boundaries and compassion, drawing on more than two decades of experience and her own lived journey to help au...

When you need to have a difficult conversation, the cost of staying quiet is greater than the risk of getting hurt. Here are five reasons why this is true. Follow me: ►Youtube  https://tinyurl.com/lfdyoutube   ►Website → https://lastfirstdate.com/  ► Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/lastfirstdate1 ► TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@lastfirstdate1 ►Free Facebook group, Your Last First Date htt...

Why do successful women over 40 struggle to find love? Riana Malia is an Identity Architect and Board-Certified Neurosomatic Practitioner. She rewires why love hasn't matched the life high-achieving women have built, working below insight at the level where the choosing actually changes. She’s the founder of the Brilliance Brunch and author of The Last Piece on Substack. In this episode: Why h...

You’re dating someone new. Things are going well; great chemistry, fun dates, real connection. And then he says something that stops you cold. Suddenly, your mind is off to the races.  What does this mean? Before you spiral, ask yourself, Is this actually a red flag or is it a trigger? Because there’s a big difference, and confusing the two could cause you to walk away from someone wonderful. ►Ple...

Marni Kinrys believes men are too scared to flirt, and it’s leading to a mental health crisis no one is talking about. She’s the founder of The Wing Girl Method, host of the Ask Women Podcast, designer of the F-Formula, and an award-winning female dating coach for men ages 25-85 at every stage of dating and relationships. Marni is known for her blunt, no “fluff” approach and honest insider tips, t...

You had a great first date. There was connection, laughter, maybe even a kiss. He followed up afterward… and then suddenly, he went quiet. Now you’re left wondering: Do I reach out? Do I wait? Did I do something wrong? Before you spiral, take a breath. This moment isn’t about decoding him. It’s about how you show up  for yourself . Here are five grounded, empowering ways to handle when a man goes...

It’s time to redefine commitment in relationships, especially in midlife and beyond. My guests, Dr. Dana McNeil, PsyD, LMFT and Jeffrey Young are partners in life and work. They specialize in working with modern relationships, helping individuals and couples navigate connection, commitment, and emotional safety in today’s dating landscape. In this episode: Why it’s important to redefine commitment...

Dysfunctional family patterns impact the way we love. When we excavate and change those patterns, we’re on the road to our last first date. Here are five ways to get started. ►Please subscribe/rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/lastfirstdateradio or Spotify https://tinyurl.com/lfdradio   ►If you’re feeling stuck in dating and relationships and would like to find your last...

What are the three key fears that sabotage relationships? That was the topic of discussion with Dr. Maria-Elena Lukeides. She is a Sydney-based Clinical Psychologist, meditation teacher, and pioneer in psychedelic-assisted therapy in Australia. With nearly 30 years in mental health, she integrates clinical psychology, neuroscience, mindfulness, and psychedelic therapy to explore trauma, healing, a...

Do you know your 5 non-negotiables in a partner? If you want a partnership that lasts, you have to look deeper than chemistry. This is where your must-haves come in; what you need in order to feel emotionally safe, respected, and fulfilled. Here are the top five must-haves to help you move out of confusion and into clarity. ►Please subscribe/rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts http://bit...

Have you ever felt like trading your so-called perfect life for a more authentic one? That’s exactly what Jane Garnett did. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with nearly 20 years in practice and the author of the memoir, This Time with Feeling (May 2026). Her work focuses on helping people get unstuck, particularly during life transitions where things look “right” on the outside but...

People-pleasing often looks like kindness on the surface. You’re agreeable, generous, and easy to be with. You’re “cool” and don’t complain much. But underneath, there’s often a fear:  “If I disappoint someone, I might lose them.” Whether you’re a people-pleaser or you’re dating one, here are five ways people-pleasing may be sabotaging your love life. ►Please subscribe/rate and review the podcast...

How is the alpha male mindset sabotaging dating and relationships? Listen to Dave Rossi, a recovering alpha male who remarried after changing from alpha male to a sovereign vulnerable man. In this episode: Why the alpha male mindset is sabotaging dating and relationships How to date with more discernment The importance of defining your values and boundaries when dating Why difficult conversations...

How do you know when your relationship is over? It’s often challenging to decide when to walk away for good. Here are 5 signs to help you figure out if you should stay or go. ►Please subscribe/rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/lastfirstdateradio   ►If you’re feeling stuck in dating and relationships and would like to find your last first date, sign up for a complimentary...

Do you want to overcome limerence and finally have a healthy relationship? My podcast guest, Amanda McCracken, wrote the book on how to stop infatuation to find authentic love. She’s a journalist passionate about experiences that highlight the intersection of wellness, travel, and relationships. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, Washington Post, Guardian, Vogue, and many others. She is...

One of the biggest fears I hear in dating is,  “I don’t want to come across as needy.” So we stay quiet. We downplay what matters, and we tolerate less than we deserve. Having needs doesn’t make you needy. It makes you human. Here are five key differences between having needs and being needy, so you can show up with confidence instead of fear. ►Please subscribe/rate and review the podcast on Apple...

Why do so many men think being the “nice guy” is a good thing? Meet the Therapy Brothers,  licensed clinicians and brothers Brannon and Tyler Patrick, redefining mental health and modern masculinity. Through their popular podcast and clinical work, they break down complex psychological barriers into actionable advice on trust, betrayal, addiction, and emotional resilience. They help people build h...

In the early stages of dating, it can be confusing when someone pulls away, sends mixed signals, or struggles with emotional closeness. Two patterns that often get mistaken for each other are narcissism and avoidant attachment. Here are five ways to tell the difference. ►Please subscribe/rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/lastfirstdateradio   ►If you’re feeling stuck in da...

How are women redefining intimacy and dating standards? That’s what we’re talking about on this episode with my guest, Morgan Hewett. She is a second-time founder and Harvard Business School MBA building Devin, an AI powered vibrator + erotic audio experience for women. She previously founded and sold a generative-AI health tech startup and now focuses on modern dating, female desire, and why wome...