Last First Date Radio

It’s so important to heal your inner child in order to have the most empowered life. My podcast guest, Alicia Farricielli, is a Certified Life and Health Coach specializing in intuitive healing and personal empowerment. Her philosophy combines intuition, holistic well-being, and achieving life balance, guiding clients to overcome limiting beliefs and embrace change, unlocking their true potential. Committed to nurturing inner strength and equilibrium, Alicia stands as a pillar of support and motivation for those on the path to authenticity, growth, and a harmoniously empowered existence. Alicia is also the host of The Intuitive Revolution Podcast.  In this episode of Last First Date Radio: The importance of inner child work How to tap into your intuitive power How meditation facilitates healing and personal growth Connect with Alicia IG: https://www.instagram.com/alicia_farricielli/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRJ8Sol2nPin0bvP8D7T_nQ  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@limitlessafcoaching

Texting in early dating can be tricky. How do you navigate texting before, after, and between dates? Who should text first after a date? Can texting too much sabotage the potential for another date? Here are the dos and don’ts of texting in the first stages of dating so you can build trust and connection early on.   ►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-minute breakthrough session with Sandy https://lastfirstdate.com/application  ►Join Your Last First Date on Facebook https://facebook.com/groups/yourlastfirstdate  ►Get Sandy’s books, Becoming a Woman of Value; How to Thrive in Life and Love https://bit.ly/womanofvaluebook  and Choice Points in Dating https://amzn.to/3jTFQe9  ►Get FREE coaching on the podcast! https://bit.ly/LFDradiocoaching  ►FREE download: “Top 10 Reasons Why Men Suddenly Pull Away” http://bit.ly/why

​Dr Richard Espinoza and Dr. Nazanin Moali have always shared the fantasy of playing matchmaker. As clinical psychologists specializing in sexuality and relationships, they have the skills to quickly understand how people think, feel, and relate to others through talk therapy and psychological assessment. Given how well they know love languages and personalities, they often fantasized about their clients meeting and connecting. And that’s how the LA Love Lab was created, offering quality master classes and unique speed dating events designed to spark your best match. In this episode of Last First Date Radio: What the paradox of choice has to do with dating app failure The psychological effects of ghosting  How to deal with the anxiety of meeting in person The psychological toll of rejection in dating Connect with Dr. M & Dr. E IG @sexologypodcast  Website https://lalovelab.com  Richard’s social media and website IG @ePsychServicesPC Website www.DrRichardEspinoza.com  ►Please subscribe/rate and

Dating myths can keep us from finding love. Have you ever been told to wait three days before texting or calling after a date? Or that you should be searching for your twin flame or “the one” (because there’s only one right person for each of us)? If you study the science behind dating and romance, you’ll learn that many of these myths and rules are based on complete misconceptions. That’s why I’m debunking 6 common – and uncommon – dating myths! Learn more about slow dating here https://lastfirstdate.com/how-slow-dating-can-help-you-avoid-heartbreak-and-disappointment/ ►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-minute breakthrough session with Sandy https://lastfirstdate.com/application  ►Join Your Last First Date on Facebook https://facebook.com/groups/yourlastfirstdate  ►Get Sandy’s books, Becoming a Woman of Value; How

One of the most common reasons people hire me is to help them fix their broken picker. They have a pattern of choosing the wrong partners again and again. One of the important decisions in life is picking the right partner, which leads to a healthy relationship. Good partnership leads to better mental and physical health. Yet, about 50% of marriages end in divorce, and we get our hearts broken again and again. Why? Broken picker syndrome! Let’s talk about why our pickers are broken and how we can fix them! ►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-minute breakthrough session with Sandy https://lastfirstdate.com/application  ►Join Your Last First Date on Facebook https://facebook.com/groups/yourlastfirstdate  ►Get Sandy’s books, Becoming a Woman of Value; How to Thrive in Life and Love https://bit.ly/womanofvaluebook  and Ch

If you’re a single parent returning to the dating scene, this episode is for you! My guest is Rachel DeAlto, the Relationship Expert for Stir, the leading single parent dating app. A communication and relatability expert, she authored Relatable: How to Connect with Anyone Anywhere. Rachel's expertise has been featured on Married at First Sight and TLC’s Kate+Date, and she speaks on relationship building and authenticity. In this episode of Last First Date Radio: What is the “Mom-aissance”? Practical tips for single parents returning to the dating scene How to answer “what are you looking for?” How to identify green flags in dating as a single parent How to find balance and self-care as a single parent dating Connect with Rachel Website https://www.racheldealto.com/  IG https://www.instagram.com/racheldealto/   Stir website https://www.stir.com/  Stir IG https://www.instagram.com/stir.app/?hl=en  Stir FB https://www.facebook.com/stir/  Stir X https://twitter.com/Stir_datingapp  Stir TikTok https:/

If you’re sick of online dating and want to meet people organically, this is for you. Dating apps can be frustrating and lead you to stop dating altogether. You want to meet potential matches in real life. But how do you start a conversation that leads to a date? How do you know if they’re single or not? How do you make a romantic connection IRL? Here are 5 steps to meet your match offline. ►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-minute breakthrough session with Sandy https://lastfirstdate.com/application  ►Join Your Last First Date on Facebook https://facebook.com/groups/yourlastfirstdate  ►Get Sandy’s books, Becoming a Woman of Value; How to Thrive in Life and Love https://bit.ly/womanofvaluebook  and Choice Points in Dating https://amzn.to/3jTFQe9  ►Get FREE coaching on the podcast! https://bit.ly/LFDradiocoaching  ►

Did you grow up with a narcissistic mother? My podcast guest, Suzanne Manser, PhD is a Harvard-trained psychologist and author who writes about her own experience growing up with a narcissistic mother and how it impacted her life. In addition to her book (I Hate You (A Love Letter to My Mother): Healing Paper Cuts, Mother Wounds, and Intergenerational Pain) and guided journal (I Hate You (A Love Letter to My Mother): A Journal for Healing Your Mother Wound and Transforming Your Life), Dr. Manser writes articles about how to live with self-acceptance and meaning and has given numerous talks and interviews. Though Dr. Manser’s primary role is therapist, she has worn a variety of hats, including clinic director, professor, supervisor, board member, and consultant. Whether through therapy, writing, or speaking, Suzanne is dedicated to helping people heal the pain from their childhood, improve their mental health, and create rich, juicy lives.  In this episode of Last First Date Radio: Why our mothers have the

Are you overthinking everything, especially in dating? Are you a chronic worrier? Do you overanalyze everything people say or do? If you are plagued with constant rumination and second guessing, you’ve come to the right place. Here are six steps to stop overthinking in life and love. (Some of them may surprise you). ►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-minute breakthrough session with Sandy https://lastfirstdate.com/application  ►Join Your Last First Date on Facebook https://facebook.com/groups/yourlastfirstdate  ►Get Sandy’s books, Becoming a Woman of Value; How to Thrive in Life and Love https://bit.ly/womanofvaluebook  and Choice Points in Dating https://amzn.to/3jTFQe9  ►Get FREE coaching on the podcast! https://bit.ly/LFDradiocoaching  ►FREE download: “Top 10 Reasons Why Men Suddenly Pull Away” http://bit.ly/why

How do you transform conflicts into kind conversations? Lisa Brateman, LCSW, is a psychotherapist, relationship specialist, public speaker, and media commentator with more than two decades of experience. She offers individual, couples, and group therapy in New York City. Her areas of expertise include anxiety and depression, couples therapy—marital and premarital—and conflict resolution. She’s the author of What Are We Really Fighting About?: How to Transform Conflicts into Conversations [Rowman & Littlefield Publishers; September 2024] and The Courage to Walk Away: Move On after Infidelity by Mourning What You Lost, Identifying Your Relationship Needs, and Empowering Yourself for the Future [Ulysses Press; February 2024]. In this episode of Last First Date Radio: What is a successful and helpful fight?   Does it mean you FINALLY AGREE on something?     Will this book help me get what I need/want? A lot of people are afraid of fighting, what would you say to them? What do you mean when you say win

If online dating is not working for you, why not try offline dating? While I believe online dating can be a wonderful way to connect with people you’d never meet in real life, it can also be quite frustrating. You start a conversation that goes nowhere, you get ghosted, you send messages that go unanswered…your self-esteem can take a hit or you might just be burned out and need a break. Enter offline dating! Here are five ways to meet your match in real life. ►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-minute breakthrough session with Sandy https://lastfirstdate.com/application  ►Join Your Last First Date on Facebook https://facebook.com/groups/yourlastfirstdate  ►Get Sandy’s books, Becoming a Woman of Value; How to Thrive in Life and Love https://bit.ly/womanofvaluebook  and Choice Points in Dating https://amzn.to/3jTFQe9 

Dr. Marie Thouin is a leading expert and scholar on compersion in consensual non-monogamy. She authored the first-ever scholarly book on compersion as well as two pioneering research studies, and the first-ever encyclopedia entry on compersion. Her work has been featured in several academic conferences, workshops, magazines, and podcasts. In this episode of Last First Date Radio: What is compersion?  5 tips for those who want to develop compersion in their relationships? 3 questions to discuss with your partner when thinking about compersion and consensual non-monogamy?  Can compersion exist in a monogamous relationship? How to move away from the stigmatization of relationships that aren’t monogamous Connect with Dr. Thouin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/love_insight_dating/  Website: https://www.mariethouin.com/  Free 30 minute exploratory session: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18830687&appointmentType=13120181  50% discount on Marie’s masterclass about 6 pillars o

If you’re not sure how to identify fake dating profiles, you’re not alone. In fact, if you’ve ever dated online, it’s highly likely you’ve been sent messages from some fake profiles.  They’ll tell you everything you want to hear, but it’s always at a price if you engage long enough. And with the rise in artificial intelligence, it’s easier than ever to create a fake profile and deceive online daters. Did you know that 60% of all online profiles are either inactive or fake? Scammers are getting more clever with the tools they use to trick you into sharing sensitive information or giving them money. Here are seven ways to identify fake online profiles so you can stay safe online.  ►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-minute breakthrough session with Sandy https://lastfirstdate.com/application  ►Join Your Last First Date

How do you maintain passion in a long-term relationship? My podcast guest, Dr. Warren Farrell, has the answers! He has coached couples and psychologists worldwide in couples’ communication for the past 30 years. His popular course is "Role Mate to Soul Mate: The Art and Discipline of Love."   He has been chosen by the Financial Times of London as one of the world’s top 100 thought leaders. His books are published in 19 languages, and include the New York Times bestseller Why Men Are the Way They Are, international bestseller The Myth of Male Power, and 2018's The Boy Crisis. His previous book on couples’ communication, Women Can’t Hear What Men Don’t Say, was a selection of the Book of the Month Club. In this episode: How couples can maintain passion in a long-term relationship How couples can go from ‘role mates’ to ‘soul mates’ Strategies to stop getting defensive with your partner The “Four C’s” that deplete passion and love Social media and website links Website: https://warrenfarr

Do you tend to take things personally, especially in dating? It’s important to develop a thicker skin , especially if you’re dating online, or you’ll soon burn out or question your self-worth. It’s hard to stay positive with all the ghosting, bread crumbing, sexual comments, and unkind or un-engaging messages. The key to developing a thicker skin is not taking anything personally. It’s about having the ability to bounce back and let whatever happens roll off your back. Even the most sensitive person can do this. Here are five valuable tips for developing a thicker skin in dating.  ►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-minute breakthrough session with Sandy https://lastfirstdate.com/application  ►Join Your Last First Date on Facebook https://facebook.com/groups/yourlastfirstdate  ►Get Sandy’s books, Becoming a Woman of V

What are the secrets of senior dating? My podcasts guests wrote the book on this topic! Dr. Gloria Horsley is a licensed marriage and family therapist, clinical nurse specialist and president and co-founder of the Open to Hope Foundation. Dr. Frank Powers is a licensed psychologist and served as the chairman of the Psychiatric Security Review Board for the State of Arizona. After meeting online and falling in love two years ago, they wrote a book together called Open to Love: The Secrets of Senior Dating, which is now available on Amazon, to help others thrive in the world of dating. In this episode of Last First Date Radio: How these two therapists met online and fell in love Why they decided to write a book together The number one tip for seniors who want to jump back into the dating world  The biggest misstep in dating and how to turn that around in the right direction   Connect with Dr. Horsley and Dr. Powers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goldendatingdoctors Website: https://www.goldenda

First date conversations can be a little scary. You’re getting to know someone for the first time, and you might be at a loss for what to say. Maybe you’re afraid of saying the wrong thing. You’re trying to show up as your best, but if there’s some chemistry, you may be awkward and say things you’ll regret. That’s why I’m sharing the top five worst things you can say on a first date and what to say instead. ►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-minute breakthrough session with Sandy https://lastfirstdate.com/application  ►Join Your Last First Date on Facebook https://facebook.com/groups/yourlastfirstdate  ►Get Sandy’s books, Becoming a Woman of Value; How to Thrive in Life and Love https://bit.ly/womanofvaluebook  and Choice Points in Dating https://amzn.to/3jTFQe9  ►Get FREE coaching on the podcast! https://bit.ly/LFD

Live Apart Together relationships - are they right for you? My podcast guest, Vicki Larson is a longtime award-winning journalist, author of Not Too Old For That: How Women Are Changing the Story of Aging (2022), and co-author of The New I Do: Reshaping Marriage for Skeptics, Realists and Rebels (2014), named a Best Book of 2014 by PopSugar. The lifestyles editor, columnist and writer at a San Francisco Bay Area newspaper, Larson’s writing can also be found in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Guardian, Aeon, AARP’s The Ethel and Medium among other places. She has also been a guest on numerous radio and television shows as well as podcasts and is considered an expert on live apart together relationships. In this episode of Last First Date Radio: The day-to-day practicalities of an LAT relationship Dealing with stigma and judgment when you’re in an LAT relationship How to navigate sex in these relationships Legal concerns when living apart together Busting the many myths about Live Apart

Texting in early dating can be confusing and frustrating. You match with someone and think there might be chemistry. You want to send a thoughtful text. Should you wait for them to text first? What if you send a text and don’t hear back right away? Or what if they do text back, but they haven’t answered your question or they write way too much? I’m sharing the dos and don’t of early texting to help you feel more empowered and less overwhelmed with texting your online dating match. ►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-minute breakthrough session with Sandy https://lastfirstdate.com/application  ►Join Your Last First Date on Facebook https://facebook.com/groups/yourlastfirstdate  ►Get Sandy’s books, Becoming a Woman of Value; How to Thrive in Life and Love https://bit.ly/womanofvaluebook  and Choice Points in Dating http

How do you heal after a breakup? My podcast guest, Amy Margolis, LCSW, is a licensed therapist and co-clinical director of Santa Monica Counseling who works with individuals and couples and runs groups for clients healing from eating disorders, addictions, anxiety, depression, and related issues. Outside the clinical world, Amy is a trained actor, who has focused primarily on voice-over work. She has worked for Nickelodeon, Netflix, Disney, and on many commercials, podcasts, and video games. Mostly, Amy loves being a momma! She is married to Hank, and together they have three children, a dog, and a cat.  In this episode of Last First Date Radio: What does the grief process look like after a relationship ends? Why do we get so hooked on people? Why do we obsess about our ex and how can we stop?   Why does the grief feel so big when the relationship wasn't that long (how can it help us heal earlier wounds? How do we take what we learned from the relationship and let it inform us moving forward?