Dates & Mates with Damona Hoffman

By: Damona Hoffman - Dates and Mates Media
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  • From navigating dating apps to overcoming the friendzone to seeking a soulmate, this ain’t your momma’s love advice! Hosted by the Official Love Expert of The Drew Barrymore Show and LA Times advice columnist, Damona Hoffman, Dates & Mates is jam-packed with interviews from your favorites celebs, authors, and experts. Dates & Mates is the 2022 Winner of The Best Podcast of the Year at The Black Podcasting Awards, #1 ranked love and relationship podcast by Cosmopolitan Magazine and a Top 10 Pick by HuffPost in the love category.
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Episodes
  • First Date Debate & Commitment Phobe

    First Date Debate & Commitment Phobe
    Nov 26 2024
    Lauren Frances, Love and Relationships Expert, talks all about first dates from when they start (it’s not when you think) to how to graciously end one that’s just not working for you. And our Dear Damona question of the week is, “My match is great, not a single dealbreaker, and I STILL can’t wrap my head around commitment. What now?” Want to join Lauren’s incredible Love Magnet Makeover? Just visit DamonaHoffman.com/lovemagnet Submit your questions for Dear Damona on any of the socials @DamonaHoffman or by visiting DamonaHoffman.com Timestamps Intro (00:00:00) The First Date Starts Early (00:00:09) Preparation for First Dates (00:00:14) Value of First Dates (00:01:05) Introducing Lauren Francis (00:02:05) Persistence in Publishing (00:03:09) Timing in Dating (00:04:38) Transitioning to Phone Calls (00:05:53) Setting Up Phone Conversations (00:07:25) Importance of Privacy (00:09:10) Breaking the Ice (00:11:21) Choosing the Right Date Venue (00:12:18) Being Seen on Dates (00:13:06) Creating the Right Vibe (00:15:02) Understanding Enthusiasm in Dating (00:16:35) The Enthusiasm Gap (00:20:37) First Dates as Your Party (00:21:37) Heartache Prevention Tips (00:25:12) Compatibility and Actions Over Words (00:30:07) Ghosting and Relationship Alignment (00:31:02) Rejection Reasons (00:32:58) Ending Dates Positively (00:34:04) Creating a Great First Impression (00:35:02) Love Magnet Makeover Introduction (00:36:01) Details of Love Magnet Makeover (00:37:04) A Listener's Commitment Question (00:40:04) Navigating Relationship Fears (00:41:07) Understanding Commitment (00:42:19) Empowerment in Relationships (00:48:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    55 mins
  • Attachment Styles Revisited & Married Too Young

    Attachment Styles Revisited & Married Too Young
    Nov 19 2024
    Dr. Alfiee, psychologist, host of the Couched in Color podcast and founder of the AAKOMA Project, dives into attachment styles, how depression can impact a partnership, and the ways our traumas and triggers can become unearthed in new relationships. Then this week’s Dear Damona question is: I married too young and stayed too long. Can you please help me get back into the dating game? Ready to break free of your dating loops? Get Damona’s signature online program, The Dating Accelerator by visiting: DamonaHoffman.com/program Submit your questions for Dear Damona on any of the socials @DamonaHoffman or by visiting DamonaHoffman.com Timestamps Introduction to the Episode (00:00:00) Attachment Styles Overview (00:00:59) Expectations in Relationships (00:03:30) The Desire to Change Partners (00:05:04) The Fantasy of Relationships (00:06:13) Effort vs. Work in Relationships (00:08:01) Unpacking Emotional Baggage (00:08:35) Understanding Attachment Styles (00:09:55) Cultural Context of Attachment (00:12:04) Personal Experiences with Attachment (00:14:23) Embracing Attachment Nuances (00:15:17) Understanding Family Dynamics and Attachment Styles (00:16:50) Personal Reflection on Attachment Styles (00:17:42) The Impact of Community on Relationships (00:18:26) Navigating Triggers in Relationships (00:19:55) Mental Health and Medication Statistics (00:20:37) Stigma Around Mental Health in Communities (00:22:13) Dating with Mental Health Challenges (00:23:05) Recognizing Deal Breakers in Relationships (00:23:43) Changing Attitudes Towards Therapy (00:25:51) Generational Differences in Mental Health Views (00:27:06) Healing from Trauma and Relationships (00:28:08) The Process of Healing and Trauma Management (00:30:25) Distinguishing Good and Bad Butterflies (00:32:22) The Importance of Self-Reflection Before Dating (00:33:14) Understanding Triggers in Relationships (00:33:50) Disclosing Trauma in Relationships (00:35:17) Trust and Safety in Sharing Trauma (00:36:12) Empowerment in Relationships (00:38:17) Unpopular Opinions on Relationships (00:39:46) Finding a New Relationship After Marriage (00:41:23) Going Where the People Are (00:43:24) Strategic Socializing for Dating (00:45:38). Creating Momentum in Dating (00:49:04) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    56 mins
  • Dear Damona: Have Match, Won’t Travel & Disappearing Profiles

    Dear Damona: Have Match, Won’t Travel & Disappearing Profiles
    Nov 12 2024
    Whether you’re navigating cuffing season, gearing up to meet someone's family for the holidays, or figuring out how to take your dating game to the next level— Damona dedicates this week’s episode to YOU! She’s answering your toughest Dear Damona questions, like: I struggle to find matches in my area and while I am willing to travel, many men aren’t. So what now? My matches keep removing their profiles once we exchange numbers. What’s going on here? When should daters consider sleeping together? Are gender roles changing or do men still have to be the initiator? Find Damona and submit your questions on any of the socials @DamonaHoffman or by visiting her website DamonaHoffman.com/contact Bad news…we filled our last spot for the year. Good news!! We opened ONE BONUS for VIP coaching this fall. Last chance to get one on one coaching with Damona and her team. Want to snag our lucky last spot? Register for an intro call at DamonaHoffman.com/introcall asap! TIMESTAMPS Intro (00:00:00) Does This Mean He Likes Me? (00:00:01) Am I Ever Gonna Meet Someone? (00:00:04) I'm Tired of Swiping (00:00:06) Cuffing Season and Relationship Dynamics (00:00:08) Adrian's Dating App Dilemma (00:01:43) Changing Location Filters in Dating (00:04:25) The Importance of Compatibility (00:05:39) Long-Distance Relationship Insights (00:06:53) Dating Apps and Long-Distance Features (00:09:24) Caution Against Exchanging Phone Numbers (00:11:28) Identifying Catfish and Scammers (00:12:38) Maintaining Momentum in Communication (00:13:38) Sue's Experience with Catfish (00:14:41) Navigating Online Dating Safely (00:15:54) Introduction to Possible Soulmates (00:17:59) Guidelines for Intimacy (00:19:01) Understanding Sexual Health (00:20:22) Pacing Your Relationship (00:24:23) Women Initiating Dates (00:25:28) Mutual Interest in Dating (00:26:46) Being True to Yourself (00:29:04) Closing Remarks and Engagement (00:30:19) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins

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