Last First Date Radio

I don't believe in dating rules, because there is no one-size-fits-all in dating. In this episode, I share the outdated bad advice in the "10 COMMANDMENTS OF DATING" that I found posted online. Then you'll hear my 10 DATING PRINCIPLES that will help you go on your last first date. ►Please subscribe/rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/lastfirstdateradio   ►...

Feeling obsessed with someone who isn’t truly available? Discover 5 surprising ways to overcome limerence, especially for women over 50, so you can break the cycle of longing and reclaim your emotional freedom. ►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 firs...

Wendy Valentine reinvented her love and life after 40. She’s the author of Women Waking Up: The Midlife Manifesto for Passion, Purpose, and Play and the host of The Midlife Makeover Show , a top-rated podcast for women in midlife. After her divorce at 45, she learned to “marry herself” first—rebuilding her life from the inside out. Now she empowers women to embrace self-love, rediscover joy, and a...

Have you ever pulled back just when a relationship began to feel real? You want connection, but part of you also wants to bolt. That tug-of-war is what many people over 50 experience when it comes to  fear of commitment  in dating. Commitment fears aren’t a sign that you’re “not ready.” They’re a sign that your nervous system is trying to keep you safe. And that’s something you can gently rewire....

What happens when you go from purity culture to polyamory? My podcast guest, Courtney Boyer. became polyamorous while her husband stayed monogamous. She is a relationship coach, writer, and speaker focused on love, desire, and authenticity. A former therapist, she blends mental health and sex-therapy expertise to help women release shame, reclaim their voices, and build honest, autonomous relation...

Few things feel worse than getting dressed up for a date that never happens. Whether it’s a miscommunication or a disappearing act, being stood up can sting and shake your confidence. You can minimize the chances of it ever happening again by setting clear expectations, showing confidence, and handling logistics like a pro. Here’s how to set yourself up for success before the first drink or coffee...

What’s the real secret to lasting love? My podcast guest, Dr. Julia Garcia, is a psychologist, author, and renowned speaker dedicated to empowering people through the science of mental health. She weaves her real, lived experiences with behavioral science to create practical, transformative strategies for lasting change. Whether through her TEDx presentations, her interactive workshops, or her boo...

Unfortunately, you can’t just abolish your pesky Inner Critic. It’s been with you for decades, and in its own twisted way, it’s tried to keep you safe from rejection, embarrassment, or disappointment. But you can learn to tame that sucker. Here are six steps to begin. ►Please subscribe/rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/lastfirstdateradio   ►If you’re feeling stuck in dati...

Cole Zesiger is a breakup and relationship coach specializing in breakup recovery, dating advice, and relationship coaching. After a divorce at 23 and another breakup soon after, he began sharing his journey on social media—growing to over 750,000 followers across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and more.  He has coached 2,000+ people through heartbreak, helping them either rekindle relationships in a...

Learn 5 powerful tips to strengthen your standards, boundaries, and self-worth in dating over 50. This is how you date with clarity, confidence, and emotional self-respect. ►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 45...

Let’s talk about communication patterns that make or break a relationship! My podcast guest, Julie Nise, is a Relationship Trainer and Communication Strategist known for her direct, results-oriented approach. She has helped over 8,000 individuals and couples through challenges in communication, trust, and leadership. She has appeared on the Dr. Phil Show multiple times, and she’s a regular comment...

When we stop trying to be liked, we finally get to be seen. This episode is all about letting go of people-pleasing in dating, and finding love by being unapologetically yourself. ►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 complimen...

Do you feel safe in your relationships? Most of us struggle with feelings of security and safety. Enter my guest, Jessica Baum, a licensed psychotherapist and author of SAFE—Coming Home to Yourself and Others and Anxiously Attached: Becoming More Secure in Life and Love . She explores the “Whys” of life: why we feel, connect, and experience the world the way we do. This passion led her to speciali...

In this episode, you'll learn five practical steps to develop secure attachment. Discover how to calm triggers, express needs, and choose healthier relationships. ►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 45-minut...

How do you understand and gain control of your body and mental health during perimenopause and menopause? My podcast guest, Lauren A. Tetenbaum (AKA “The CounseLaur”) wrote the book on this topic. She is a millennial mother of two, a writer, a social worker specializing in supporting women through life transitions, and a former lawyer passionate about advocating for women. Through her counseling p...

If you’re wondering how to attract a quality man after 50, you’re in the right place. Here are seven powerful traits quality men seek in a woman — and yes, you can embody them all without losing yourself. ►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...

How do you love without losing yourself? Tonya Lester, is the author of Push Back: Live, Love, and Work with Others Without Losing Yourself and a Brooklyn-based psychotherapist and writer known for her work with relationships and communication. Her essay “Couples Therapist, Heal Thyself” was published in the Modern Love column in The New York Times, and she has been writing the popular Staying San...

A new buzzword has emerged in modern dating:  hardballing . It’s the practice of being upfront early on about what you want—whether that’s marriage, a long-term relationship, or no-strings-attached casual fun. For many people, hardballing feels refreshing after years of unclear signals and endless guessing games. But it can also backfire if done without tact. Here are five tips to help you navigat...

Tugce Balik believes that pleasure is essential to our wellness. She blends Western science with Eastern traditions to help people heal, reconnect, and feel at home in their bodies and with each other. She’s a certified Tibetan Tantra practitioner and an American Board-Certified Sexologist with a focus on healing through embodiment. Her approach is gentle, empowering, and rooted in deep care. To h...

Afraid of getting hurt again? If you’ve experienced heartbreak, it’s no wonder that opening your heart again can feel terrifying. Past breakups have a way of whispering, “Be careful. Don’t get hurt again.” Fear tries to protect us, but it can also keep us from the joy and connection we deeply crave. Here are five ways to begin to let go of the fear of getting hurt again so you can be open to the l...

There are many hidden costs and gifts of trauma. That’s what we discussed on the podcast with Dr. Kirsten Viola Harrison, a trauma psychologist, author, and founder of Soul Wise Solutions. For over 35 years, she has guided individuals through profound psychological and spiritual transitions, including C-PTSD, schizophrenia, and near-death experiences. She is the co-author of “ I, Sean/a: The Story...

In dating, it’s very important to recognize the difference between what we can control and what is beyond our influence. When you know where your power lies, you can focus on what really matters and let go of the rest. Here are six practical tips to reduce stress, build confidence, and create genuine connections in dating. ►Please subscribe/rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts http://bit....

Do you have emotional vampires in your life? Daniel Ratner is a relationship coach, speaker, and author helping people build healthier connections by recognizing draining patterns and setting stronger boundaries. A former entrepreneur turned personal growth expert, he is the author of Infinite Marriage and The Ten Secrets to a Passionate Marriage, with his upcoming book Emotional Vampires teaching...

Have you ever wondered why you keep ending up with unavailable partners—people who can’t or won’t meet you where you are? It’s frustrating, even heartbreaking, when you  know  what you want, but keep choosing what doesn’t serve you. You  can  break this cycle. It begins with awareness, compassion, and a willingness to rewrite the old story. Here are five steps to help you stop dating unavailable p...

Did you know that people-pleasing can ruin your relationships and your dates? Darshana Avila is a trauma-informed somatic educator, practitioner and international speaker who helps women reconnect with the most essential aspects of themselves — their truth, their desires, and their capacity for profound pleasure and power. Her work has been featured on Netflix’s Sex, Love & Goop, The Guardian,...