Flirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach

Coming up in this episode of Flirtations, it’s a solo one as I’ll be breaking down what luck in dating really means and answering some of your most asked dating questions. Like ... Is finding love really just a roll of the dice, or do we have more control than we think? What about right person, wrong time? How much does timing have to do with it? Are some people just get lucky in love? What about...

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, it’s Part 2 of our conversation with dating coach and podcast host Sadie Marie as we ask the question, is there life after love? And hell yah there is!  In this conversation, we talk about dating without a long-term relationship in mind, including how to build a roster. We also cover flirting strategies, how to meet singles in real life, and the experience...

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re asking the question, “Is there life after love?” Spoiler alert:  Hell Yah! With our guest, podcast host and dating coach Sadie Marie, we explore what it means to date after a major breakup, the challenges that come with it, and how to embrace new experiences with confidence. Starting over after a divorce or long-term relationship can feel overwhelmin...

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we welcome Alexa Andre, a sexologist and host of the In Bed With Alexa podcast, to have a conversation with us about body confidence and dating non-mongamously! Today, we’ll get into what it really means to date non-monogamously, how to set clear and respectful boundaries, and how to approach dating in this way with confidence—whether you're exploring casu...

Dating after caregiving comes with its own unique challenges and opportunities, and in this Flirtini, we’re diving into what it’s like to reenter the dating world as a boomer! I’m joined by voiceover artist and communications enthusiast Pam Wood, who shares her personal experience of dating as a boomer after caregiving. We talk about where to meet people, the dating apps, and dating strategy. Then...

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re talking to the universe y’all! With our incredible guest, psychic activator and historical medium Emily Dexter, we’re connecting to our inner magic and dating intuitively.  Have you ever felt like there’s a deeper wisdom inside you, just waiting to be heard? Have you ever struggled to trust yourself and connect to your intuition, your inner knowing?...

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re talking about conflict, differences, and do the little things matter! With our guest, psychotherapist and marriage coach Carrie Cohen, we get going right away with the question, why do opposites attract? How can we make our differences work for us in dating and relationships? Carrie has a great breakdown of the anxious/avoidant dynamic here I think y...

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re talking connection, vulnerability, and the importance of friendship with friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson! Friendships are one of the most essential and beautiful parts of life, yet can sometimes feel complicated, messy, and downright hard to navigate. Don’t worry, we got you! A few of the questions explored in this conversation are: Why is...

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we’ve got authenticity and personal branding expert Justin Schuman on the show to have an unbelievable conversation with us about the art of being you. From the fear of being 'too much' to the sometimes complex practice of being authentic, we’ll explore what it means to be you and how owning who you are can transform your confidence and your dating life. W...

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re talking about trauma and how our experiences shape the way we approach dating, relationships, and even our own self-worth.  We have two incredible guests for this conversation, Ilyse Kennedy, a psychotherapist and Lindsay Camp, a licensed marriage and family therapist, to explore trauma and how trauma influences our patterns in love and connection. W...

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, it's the Un-Valentine's Day episode! But this isn't going to be like a regular episode. Today, we’re going on a quest for love and playing a game of Candyland… but with a dating twist. Picture this: you’re on a colorful adventure through the world of romance, navigating everything from first dates to heartbreak, and, much like in Candyland, finding this ga...

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we have neuroscientist and author Nicole Vignola on the show as we talk about the neuroscience of the crush! Have you ever wondered what’s really happening in your brain when you have a crush? Nicole gives us all the details and breaks down the difference between a crush, limerence, and obsession. How can you catch yourself from going too far into delulu?...

Coming up in this episode of Flirtations, we’re joined by Jonah Wheeler to explore the art of developing chemistry in the bedroom and how to create deeper, more connected experiences with your partner or partners.  We’ll answer questions about verbal play, dom/sub dynamics as a kink, butt play, and how to embrace the journey of physical intimacy by detaching from outcome-based sex—because it’s not...

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we’ve got couples therapist Johnathan Van Viegen on the show as we take on the pull back.  You know, the experience you’ve maybe had when you’re dating someone, and then their energy shifts and they seem to pull back? Or maybe that person has been you?!  Why does this happen and how can we approach it without letting fear or anxiety take over? Jonathan off...

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we have Yue Xu and Julie Krafchick, the dynamic duo behind the Dateable podcast and the new book, “How to Be Dateable,” to have a conversation with us about, well, dating! Julie and Yue will share with us today the 7 things that matter when looking for a partner and why connection and compatibility goes way beyond some chemistry and attraction. We’ll learn...

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we have Hannah Deindorfer, the Libido Fairy!, on the show to explore with us physical intimacy, libidos, and sex in dating! Up for discussion are questions around consent, desire, and the touch barrier, and we'll play in the space of intimacy here as we talk about different ways to connect with your partner or partners on that physical level. We even go in...

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, I’m joined by certified sex Claire Perelman for an important conversation about dating after sexual assault.  Together, we explore the complexities of reclaiming your sense of self in dating and relationships while navigating boundaries, consent, and personal healing.  I also share my own story, opening up about the challenges of feeling safe while dating...

Coming up in this episode of Flirtations, registered psychotherapist Kaleigh Smith is back on the show for an honest conversation about depression and dating! We'll explore what depression really feels like, how it can impact our ability to connect with others, and the unique challenges it brings to forming and maintaining relationships.  I also open up about my personal journey with depression, w...

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we have licensed marriage and family therapist and dating coach Lauren Zamora to talk about one of the hottest topics when it comes to dating and relationships — attachment theory.  We’re breaking down what attachment theory is, how our attachment styles develop and the different types, and what it truly means to feel secure in love and relationships. We’l...

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we’ve got Mark King and Matt King as we flirt with personal style! Mark and Matt have got soooo much for you inside as we explore what having style even means and how you can feel crazy, sexy, cool, and confident in what you wear! Don’t have a personal style? We got you and by the end of the episode, you will! We'll also talk about the "glow up", dressing...

It's Attachment Theory Week on Flirtations! Coming up on this episode, we welcome dating coach Mimi Watt to the show to share her story of going from anxious to secure as we explore the world of anxious attachment in dating! Mimi breaks down how our attachment styles form and why understanding your attachment style can be a total game-changer in your love life. If you've ever felt clingy, overly w...

Today's Flirtini takes place at a coffeeshop as we talk about flirting ... at a coffeeshop! There are three places* you ask for for flirting tips the most and the coffeeshop is one of them!  For this conversation, we welcome coffee educator, entrepreneur, and former barista Sommer Morel to the show as we answer your flirting questions! Why are these spaces so good for flirting? How can you use the...

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, I'm thrilled to introduce my dear friend Rita! In this heartwarming conversation, Rita, who now I know I’m not supposed to share a lady’s age, but it comes out in the episode that she’s 95 and ya’ll, Rita is gonna share her invaluable insights on love, relationships, and what truly matters most in life.  Rita's optimism shines through as we talk about how...

Coming up in this episode of Flirtations, we welcome crisis communications strategist and PR guru Molly McPherson to the show as we decode communication! Molly and I discuss essential communication strategies for handling those sometimes hard and awkward, yet necessary, conversations in dating, like how to talk about past relationships and what to say if you maybe need to end things with someone. ...

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we welcome the Hot High Priestess, Sarah Perl, to the show! Sarah is a manifestation expert and in this conversation, she will share how you can use manifestation to harness the power of the universe - and the power within you - to create your dream dating life and relationships! We’ll learn about what manifestation is and how it works, the laws of attract...