Date in a Blink: Dates Between Strangers

Whoever says there isn’t a science behind how we make connections hasn’t had the luxury of talking to Arlene Washburn. On today's episode, we talk about what it means to take a science-based approach to dating, how to increase opportunities to make space for serendipity, stop waiting for fate, and so much more. Towards the end we’ll discuss Shresth and Courtney’s date, revealing whether they match...

Once upon a time… in a podcast far, far away… two unsuspecting daters, Courtney and Shresth, must decide whether they’re on the side of heroes or villains. Will our protagonists fight for the same side, or will they stay on opposing sides in the end? Tune in to find out. Today’s prompt comes from Modest Notes. --------------- Download the Blink Date app to start voice-first speed dating from the c...

Are more options always better? How should we approach our non-negotiables? On this episode of Date in a Blink, we talk with Coach T Anthony about the paradox of choice, avoiding negativity in online dating, and how to maintain that honeymoon-stage spark. Don't forget to stick around to hear Coach T’s take on how Samantha and Austin’s date went. Did they match? Tune in to find out! ---------------...

If you’re wrapped up in a tortilla blanket, does that make you a burrito? A burning question, and one that gets answered on today’s episode of Date in a Blink with Austin & Samantha. This lively duo leaves no stone unturned as they chat about pet tortoises, Beatles-themed animal names, and Stephen King. Will they match? Or will they (Rin)go their separate ways? --------------- Download the Bli...

Is it Groundhog Day? Or have you actually been having the same conversation over and over again? Yeah... us too. But get ready to ditch the small talk and change things up with connection coach Kat Vellos. Listen in as we figure out how to dig deeper in conversation, form better connections, embrace rejection, and hear Kat's thoughts on Mike and Sasha's Blink Date. Move over, small talk! We're get...

Mike and Sasha take a walk down trippy memory lane as they discuss what they’d like to re-experience. Listen in to hear them discuss trips, shows, work, and interests. Will they align on taking a journey forward together, or will their yellow brick road lead to a dead end? --------------- Download the Blink Date app to start voice-first speed dating from the comfort of your home: https://www.thebl...

Ariella Serur, a prominent queer dating coach, joins us on today’s episode to help us understand the differences and similarities between dating communities. From how media influences our perception of self and dating to how we can show up in the world, no topic is off the table. We sprinkle in tidbits about Madelyn & Ned's Blink Date throughout and reveal whether they matched! ---------------...

You won’t be able to guess what Madelyn and Ned replied when asked what unique feature they’d like in their homes! From accents to hiding places to sneaking in plants, tune in to hear all about how they’ve been keeping busy during lockdown. Will they buy a plant together, or will this planted seed never sprout? --------------- Download the Blink Date app to start voice-first speed dating from the...

Today on Date in a Blink we’re letting our feelings catch up to us and facing them head-on (comfort food in tote) as we talk to dating coach, author, and podcast host Crista Beck. Tune in as we discuss the importance of facing our feelings, creating context around communication, and what it really means to listen. Oh, and we’ll also have the chance to hear Crista’s thoughts on Dan and Lauren’s dat...

Daniel and Lauren are a dynamic duo who start their date by sharing a fun thing they do that doesn’t cost money. Listen in to hear all about their hobbies and collective plans to start a band. Should we buy front row seats to their concert, or should we save our money for a different day? --------------- Download the Blink Date app to start voice-first speed dating from the comfort of your home: h...

Taboos? Forget it! Today we’re heating things up a bit with sex, love, and relationship coach Brianna Endrina. On today’s expert episode we dive into sexual wellness, consent, finding the beauty in sexploration, and embracing humor in the bedroom. Whether you’re looking to give your sexuality a reboot or simply enhance the fire that’s already burning, this episode’s for anyone and everyone who’s i...

Amrit and Lydia bond over their thrilling lifestyles when responding to the question: do you prefer a thrilling weekend or a spa retreat? Tune in to hear which activities keep them busy in the bustling streets of New York! Will we catch them around town playing on the same team, or will they be on opposing sides? --------------- Download the Blink Date app to start voice-first speed dating from th...

Did you miss us?! In season one, you listened in on 17 dates between complete strangers. The dates ranged from deep and moving to surprising and hilarious.  The list of singles wanting to try voice-only dating kept growing, so we're back for season two! This season, the dates continue to impress: from sweet and vulnerable to playful ribbing and banter — with an awkward one or two in there to...

After 17 dates, who matched? Did Sarah and Joe plan a trip to Tokyo? Can we expect an album to drop with poorly sung songs by Sabrina and Al? Tune in to this very special episode as your hosts, Taly and Laura, go through each date one by one and discuss how they think it went, put in their guesses, and ultimately reveal who matched! --------------- Date in a Blink (https://www.theblinkdate.com/dat...

Welcome to this special episode of Date in a Blink. After hosting 17 dates between complete strangers, we couldn't help but wonder... what did they think? So we asked some of our daters to come back and share what they thought about the experience! --------------- Date in a Blink (https://www.theblinkdate.com/date-in-a-blink) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dateinablink) Twitter (https://twit...

Two fan favorites, Joe and Loreen, return for another audio-first speed date. They dive into the question: What would people be most surprised to learn about you? Will they shock each other with their answers, or find out they have a lot more in common? Take a listen to find out. --------------- Date in a Blink (https://www.theblinkdate.com/date-in-a-blink) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dat...

Kingston returns to go on another audio-only speed date, this time with Daniella! They talk about their favorite type of celebration to attend. Should we get the confetti ready, or pack it in and plan to attend the next party? Tune in to find out! --------------- Date in a Blink (https://www.theblinkdate.com/date-in-a-blink) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dateinablink) Twitter (https://twitt...

Ben and Teresa meet and discuss uncommon conversations for their voice-only speed date in response to the question “What topic do you like to talk about that seldom comes up in conversation?” Will they have a lot to say and keep conversing til the sun goes down, or will this be the type of conversation with a definitive ending? Listen in to find out. --------------- Date in a Blink (https://www.th...

Two previous daters are back for another voice-only speed date. They tackle the question “What character in a book would you like to be for a day?” Do you think this tale will have a happy ending? Tune in to find out. --------------- Date in a Blink (https://www.theblinkdate.com/date-in-a-blink) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dateinablink) Twitter (https://twitter.com/dateinablink) Facebook...

Listen in while Bo and Isabelle discuss the best way to spend a sunny day on their audio-only speed date. Will there be sunny days spent together in their future, or is it time to look for good weather elsewhere? Lend an ear and find out! --------------- Date in a Blink (https://www.theblinkdate.com/date-in-a-blink) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dateinablink) Twitter (https://twitter.com/da...

Joe and Mel talk about their travel styles on this audio-only speed date. Will they both be planners or go-with-the-flow travelers? If they’re opposites, will they attract? Tune in to find out. --------------- Date in a Blink (https://www.theblinkdate.com/date-in-a-blink) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dateinablink) Twitter (https://twitter.com/dateinablink) Facebook (https://www.facebook.co...

An old favorite has returned… Ping! Will his audio-only speed date with Savannah, where they answer where they’d go on holiday if time and money (and pandemic) were no object, lead them to an adventure together? Take a listen and we’ll see where the journey takes them! --------------- Date in a Blink (https://www.theblinkdate.com/date-in-a-blink) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dateinablink)...

Ilya is back for another audio-only blind speed date, this time paired with Michelle! They respond to “What has been your greatest adventure?” Does the adrenaline nostalgia spark mutual feelings of excitement, or will it be a fun story to tell someone else? Join us and hear for yourself! --------------- Date in a Blink (https://www.theblinkdate.com/date-in-a-blink) Instagram (https://www.instagram...

Sabrina and Al share what they’re secretly experts about, who they’d choose to share a dinner with, and what their quarantine hobbies are. Turns out, they both recently got into singing. Will this duo be a harmonious match or not? Listen to their Blink Date to find out! --------------- Date in a Blink (https://www.theblinkdate.com/date-in-a-blink) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dateinablink)...

Vinky and Kingston relive some of their glory days when responding to the question, “What seemed like a good idea at the time…?” Tune in to learn about some questionable decisions they’ve made over time! Will these two will explore whether their questionable decisions are compatible? Only time will tell. --------------- Date in a Blink (https://www.theblinkdate.com/date-in-a-blink) Instagram (http...