Dating Made Simple on The It's Just Dinner Podcast

In this episode, we explore the topic of passionate love versus compassionate love with the help of our guest Salem Valiuis. When people only believe love to be passionate they tend to "fall out of love" when the passion fades. Salem argues that compassionate love, which involves mutual care, understanding, and respect, is the key to a lasting, healthy relationship. If you're curious...

On this episode The It's Just Dinner Podcast hosted a live event in Provo, UT at a great location called The Social. There were over 120 people there talking, meeting, laughing, and having a great time getting to know each other. And as always, Tom and Bob shared their dating tips and advice, but this time, they're joined by some really cool people who shared their own dating experiences w...

On this episode, we answer some of our listeners’ questions about their dating dilemmas, including how to get out of a date when it's just not working out, and when it's okay to leave a date early. We'll also share tips on when to send that all-important after-date text and how to stop feeling awkward on dates. But that's not all! We'll also explore that age-old question, &quot...

This week our podcast welcomes Laura Welch, a multi-talented and hilarious motivational speaker, actress, comedian, wife, and mother of five. In this episode, Laura shares her insights on how to become a person of remarkable character and her passion for helping people discover their individual talents. In addition, Laura offers amazing advice on dating, relationships, self-confidence, and even fl...

To kiss or not to kiss, that is the question. In this episode, Tom and Bob discuss the whats, whys, and hows of kissing. Should you kiss on the first date or wait for the right moment or until there's a spark? Or, Is it better to hold off until the 3rd, 4th, or 5th date, or even until engagement or marriage? Throughout the episode, we discuss all of these questions and present the pros and con...

One of our all-time favorite guests, Rita Goodroe, shared some of the most amazing insights on dating that we've had on our show, and we just had to play this episode again! We quote her and talk about her experiences all the time, so I promise you’re going to love this episode.   Rita is a business manager, motivational speaker, and dating expert who talks about her unique “35 dates in 35 days” e...

Welcome to the "Bad Dates Stories Part 3" where we read and discuss hilarious, and cringe-worthy dating stories. These disastrous dates will make you laugh, wince, and maybe even relate. From awkward moments to bizarre encounters, you won't want to miss out on these juicy tales. So sit back, relax, and join us on a journey through the world of bad dates, bouncy houses, Marvel movies, and if you're...

Dating can be a daunting task for anyone, but it can be even more challenging when you're trying to find love outside of your culture. Fortunately, we have the experts Augustine, Flor, Dana & Alley are in studio with dating tips, ideas, and advice on how to date someone from a different culture. Plus, these guys give some great advice to help you get started dating, to be successful in your da...

Listen as we discuss the idea of "Just" hanging out or going out to dinner. The It's Just Dinner Host Tom thinks asking someone to dinner and sitting and taking one-on-one is always the best way. But... our guests try to make a case for hanging out - Listen and then you decide! Our 3 fantastic guests Will, Reagan, and Tanner give some great dating advice, dating tips, and suggestions on how to mak...

Want great dating tips on how to break the Ice and talk to that someone you're interested in? Listen as Tom & Bob talk about the article "What To Say To A Girl To Break The Ice And Get To Know Her." Then they talk about an interesting article titled "Something Came Up: People Wait 51 Minutes Before Making Excuses to End a Bad Date." Did you know it takes that long? And get this, it only takes...

Kristen Metzger from Latter-Day Matchmaker comes in to talk about the art of matchmaking and dating. She's an expert in getting you prepared to ask someone out and how, what to wear, where to go, and how to act. She has great dating tips and dating advice. This educational and entertaining episode will have you ready for your next date and ready to have a lot of fun going out to dinner together.

This It's Just Dinner Podcast is all about dating culture, dating tips, dating advice, the do's and don'ts of dating, and how to be the best you on a date. Have you ever wondered why these two started the podcast? Tom and Bob go back in time to talk about why they started this podcast and where the idea came from, and why they want you out of the apartment and out to dinner, or ice cream, a soda,...

Back by popular demand - bad date stories from some of our listeners. Listen to the apartment fire, the library guy, the hilarious goodnight kiss story (you'll never forget this one), the escape room disaster (you'll never guess what happens in this one), the creepy stalker guy, and the broken-foot mountain climbing event. These are a lot of fun - and thanks to our listeners for emailing them to u...

This week our special guest Ashley Uzer, Los Angeles-based freelance writer and a former editor at Galore Magazine stops by to talk about two of her most recent articles "How to Flirt with Your Crush Without Being too Obvious" and "13 Love Bombing Signs and How to Tackle Them".  Ashley's articles have been published everywhere, including Vice, DC Magazine, Bustle, & Hello Giggles . This i...

Superstar BYU professor, marriage & family therapist, podcast host, author, and dating coach Tammy Hill talks to us about connecting with each other, good communication, dating, and healthy relationships. She even has some advice about hand-holding and kissing. Find out more about Tammy's coaching, couples events, and counseling at Tammyhill.com, and be sure to follow her on Instagram at tommy...

Not sure what to do on a date during the Christmas season - Well, on this episode, our special guests Sarah, Syndey, Ellie, and Mark have come up with some really fun ideas. From making cooking and ugly sweaters to a Christmas scavenger hunt these guys have some great suggestions on how to make holiday dating a lot of fun. Oh, and we get into a great conversation about the dating do's and don't, t...

Have you been trying online dating? Have you been successful in connecting with people? Have you gone out to dinner to talk and get to know someone? Or, have you just given up on online dating altogether? On this week's episode, Tom and Bob look at 34 of the most interesting online dating statistics and examine the successes, and failures of online dating online, and some statistics that might jus...

We had the great opportunity to speak with Brian Howie, host of the #1 dating podcast in the nation "The Great Love Debate Podcast", author of "How to Find Love in 60 Seconds", and the host of "The Great Love Debate" a highly successful international traveling show. It was so fun talking to Brian about all the changes that have happened in dating over the years and how we can just get back to havi...

You want to ask him or her out to dinner, but you're just not sure where to go or what type of food is best for that first dinner together or best for having a conversation. Well, on this episode successful Instagramers The Utah Food Sisters (Ally Hatfield & Emily Gubler) come by to give you some of their top tips and suggestions. The Utah Food Sisters do restaurant reviews of some of the most...

We were so fortunate to have Julie Spira on our show this week. Julie is an award-winning dating coach, online dating expert, and internationally-known bestselling author. She gives great advice for anyone in the dating scene and either using or thinking about using a dating app. She actually loves online dating! Listen for great tips and lots of Do's and Don'ts. Check out Julie on her website (ht...

Hey guys - are you getting ghosted far too much? Do you make plans and then she cancels on you? Well, maybe you're coming on just a little too strong. Listen as Tom and Bob discuss an article titled "7 Things Women  Do When You're Coming On Too Strong" written by Marni Kinyrs. With lots of advice and tips, this episode might save you a little pain and heartache if you find yourself moving too...

Utah’s premier fashion consultant Dani Slaugh comes into the studio to talk about how to “Look Great” on that first dinner out together and how to look even better on your first date. She believes how you look on a date helps you make your best first impression and it will affect how you feel about yourself – and of course, we all want to look good! Be sure to check out Dani’s website at https://w...

Join our hosts Tom Robinson and Bob Walz in Season 3 of It's Just Dinner! This episode they are joined by Ganel-Lyn Condie, Speaker, TV and Podcast Host, and Author. Together they discuss what we need to do to become the stewards of our lives and better partners in dating. 

Join Tom Robinson and Bob Walz talk with Kim and Jason from Divine Comedy about how laughter helps in dating!

Relationship therapist Nevin Alderman talks with hosts Tom Robinson and Bob Walz about how to overcome the common anxieties faced in dating.