Are you an art and culture lover? Would you love to go inside the minds of your favorite creatives? With over 10 million unique monthly viewers, My Modern Met is one of the world’s leading art+culture websites. And now, we’re exploring the world of visual arts for 30 minutes every other week with the photographers, painters, designers, and makers who are shaping our world. Sit back and relax as My Modern Met's contributing writers sit down for one-on-one chats with some of your favorite artists.
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Sharing Modern Day Evidence of Interactions with God, There You Are Jesus transcends religion to give you a positive, refreshing and eye-opening look at how God communicates with the world. As for me? It all started with a vision. Well...not really. It actually started with me dying, so I’ve come to know. I’m John Levay and through unlocked, suppressed memories, a desperate prayer, and years of working through what unfolded between my father and I, this is the real-life, true story of how I ...
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Modern dating sucks, but dating expert Ilana Dunn is here to make it suck just a little bit less. Join host Ilana and both well-known and anonymous, unfiltered guests as they navigate the complexities and realities of modern dating. From first dates to breakups, they’re not afraid to bare all as they dive deep into what it means to be single, in a relationship, or anything in between. Whether you're looking for love, or just want to laugh and commiserate with others, tune in to explore the r ...
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Yoga, the Moon & Me: One yogi's musings on travel, spirituality, the moon and life!
Melanie Rimkay
As a yogi, mother, traveller and entrepreneur, my interests are extensive! Learning about new things keeps life interesting and opens new doors to friendships, communities, and opportunities. As a busy, modern day, 50 something woman, I'm ready to explore and talk about all things that I find interesting...even when they might be a little off of the main stream! Life is an adventure after all and there is no time to waste.
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This podcast tells the story of a year of an English teacher in China, working in an international school in Changshu, Jiangsu. It‘s also full of history and culture. We‘ll go back to the imperial days, the revolutionary days, the days of triumph and the days of humiliation. Mostly though, it‘s modern China that I‘ll focus on, as it is the most relevant to understanding China now. China is super fascinating, and it‘s also probably the most important country in the world to understand right n ...
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I began working in the fashion industry when I was 15 and it was quite a difficult space to navigate.. Over the years I have had my share of fashion adventuring, and when I say this, I mean I’ve tried out pretty much every sector within the industry and found what I love and gate. This podcast is where we’re going to navigate uncharted territory. I (with the help of my guest) am going to give that raw and uncut perspective that is needed when entering such a gatekeeping industry. My life is ...
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Join hosts Sean and Melanie on their weekly journey into the captivating and supernatural world of the cult classic TV show, ”Buffy the Vampire Slayer.” In ”The Sunnydale Diaries”, these two friends come together from opposite ends of the Buffyverse, resulting in an entertaining and thought-provoking podcast that delves into the show’s themes, characters, and episodes. On one side of the debate, you have Sean, the seasoned viewer and die-hard Buffy aficionado. His love for the show runs so d ...
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“Why is it that when I look at a list of songs I’m reminded more about my life than talking to my mom?” For many people in the western world, pop culture serves to keep us afloat in the icy waters of modern day living. Whether it’s a ubiquitous movie sensation like “Star Wars”, a unifying social event like the TV series “Roots”, a divisive musical movement like punk rock, or a strange undefined phenomenon like Charlie Sheen, pop culture seeps into our lives and provides an easy to use tool f ...
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"BRCA Means Planning Your Whole Future at 26"
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Emily Kellman (27) opens up about how finding out that she is a BRCA1 gene mutation carrier has impacted her life. She shares what the testing process was like and how she felt when she “tested positive.” We hear how she, her family, and her doctors worked together to determine the best path forward, and what her fears and anxieties have been like …
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Carley Fortune: Female Friendships, Right Person Wrong time, and Happy Endings
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To celebrate the release of her new novel, “This Summer Will Be Different,” my favorite author Carley Fortune joins the podcast today! Carley and I chat about what we’ve learned about love and relationships from the characters and love stories in her three novels. We discuss how her childhood experiences shaped the characters and settings in her bo…
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Episode 9: Feel So Fortunate to Share this Evidence of God with You
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More evidence for podcast episode #8 is discovered "after" publishing. Book of Daniel gives a different side of Sevens in the Bible along with a new theory with evidence for the age of Jesus at Crucifixion. And a numerical signature is received from God.By John Levay
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“He’s Marrying (One Of) The Girls He Cheated On Me With”
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I'm joined by a woman who opens up about how her nine-year relationship with her high school boyfriend that was filled with infidelity and emotional abuse finally came to an end. She shares how she held onto the idea of what the person she wanted him to be vs the person he was, along with how she became stronger because of what she went through. We…
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Stop Trying To Find "The One" with Jennifer Teplin, LCSW
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I’m joined by Jennifer Teplin, LCSW and founder of Manhattan Wellness, joins the show to talk about how we can own that your 20s might not be the best time of your life, and that’s okay. We discuss the idea of who we thought we would be vs who we are, how to embrace where we’re at, and why you should never compare yourself to anyone else’s timeline…
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Episode 26 - It's a Judge in a Box - A Very Wet Episode! (Surprise)
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Sean and Melanie open this episode discussing their experiences with surprise parties - how difficult it is to keep them secret and when each of them have been surprised in the past. Sean recounts the interesting theme for his 30th birthday party and Melanie describes what she did to make her 40th birthday party unique (hint - it involves a bounce …
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I’m joined by a 25-year-old listener who is wise beyond her years. She shares the various ways her dating mindset has changed over the past year (which she documents in a note on her phone). I don’t want to spoil them, but if you listen to one thing this week, let it be this episode! Disrupt your anxious spirals with Presently Mindfulness Bracelets…
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Learning To Love Yourself (Or Like Yourself) with Kayla Kleinman
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Kayla Kleinman, book lover, introvert, and realistic wellness content creator joins the SOP family today. Kayla and I chat about learning to be unapologetically yourself, the difference between being alone and being lonely, and how to differentiate your feelings vs. your anxiety. We chat living alone, enjoying your own company, saying no to plans y…
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Episode 25 - Hang on to Your Ovipositor! (Bad Eggs)
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Sean and Melanie tackle a very controversial topic - eggs! They divulge their go-to egg orders, discuss eggs in cinema, and reveal their opinions on caviar. There's also conversation about sex-ed classes and hearing the dreaded phrase in school "Choose a partner" and the anxiety that follows. Eggsploring the details of the Buffy episode "Bad Eggs",…
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Episode 8: 4.8 Earthquake on 4/4/24, Total Solar Eclipse on 4/8/24 , and Bible Explains in Exodus 4:8
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Father & Son discuss: divine synchronicity of recent earthquake and solar eclipse as foretold in the Bible; a numeric signature from God for the person who identified this connection between events and scripture; plus memories from before conception and during birth; as well as the difference between earthly and eternal priorities.…
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“Being Single Has Been Life’s Most Unexpected Gift"
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My friend Emily joins the podcast today to open up about taking a leap of faith and moving across the country. She shares the mindset that she had that allowed her to meet other people, say yes to everything, and create the life she wanted for herself. We discuss dating in NY vs LA, comparing yourself to your younger siblings, and making new friend…
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Episode 24 - Melanie and Sean Won't Stand for Your Malarkey! (Ted)
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Mark the date - Melanie stated "This episode's amazing!" Sean and Melanie begin this one by discussing their experiences with single parents dating, since they both are children of separated parents - hear how they dealt with meeting the significant others of each of their fathers. In the circuit of conversation surrounding the Buffy episode "Ted",…
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I’m joined by Carleigh Ferrante, writer and host of the dating and wellness podcast Mostly Balanced. Carleigh and I chat about how she went from being avoidant and fiercely independent to manifesting her now-boyfriend of over a year. We discuss how she maintained her independence in her relationship, why it’s important to look within when consideri…
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On this Unfiltered, I’m joined by a woman who opens up about the year long relationship she was in where her boyfriend was unable to love her due to trauma from past relationships. She shares how he continuously told her he wanted to get there, how she remained patient, and how it became an elephant in the room and often prevented her from expressi…
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Have you ever thought about karma and how it affects the life that you are living right now? Do you think that all karma is negative? Join us for a conversation where we explore the concept of karma and its gift of personal growth and transformation.By Melanie Rimkay
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Getting Real About My Insecurities with My Brother Andrew
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My oldest brother Andrew interviews me about my journey with Seeing Other People over the last few years. I open up about the imposter syndrome I've faced, my biggest challenges with my role, and what I fear people finding out about me. We discuss how I decided what parts of my life to reveal on the podcast, how I've grown from it over the years, a…
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Episode 23 - Kendry and Buffa: What's the Flum? (What's My Line Part 2)
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Inspired by Kendra's intriguing accent, Melanie and Sean discuss their experiences in Jamaica, the Caribbean and on cruises - favorite excursions, pier runners, and rum punch are some of the highlights. Reviewing the plot of the Buffy episode "What's My Line Part 2" Melanie schools Sean on the existence of the "raisin" color in cosmetics (which led…
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Episode 7: Total Solar Eclipse Aligns as Perfectly as This Multi-Layered Coincidence
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Today's episode is about a total solar eclipse while revealing the multiple layers of a coincidence all pointing to the number "Seven." These multiple layers include: the message I was given during my momentary death about the Seven Spirits of God; combined with this being the Seventh episode of our podcast on ThereYouAreJesus.com; and the fact it …
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How to Not Lose Yourself In Your Relationship
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Ava Nouri, RD and host of the Loving Wellness podcast, joins us to discuss how to approach dating and relationships in a more loving and intentional way. Ava shares how relationships should be a vehicle for self-discovery and how we can stay in gratitude in our relationships and not take our partner for granted. We hear how Ava and her partner succ…
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Why You Should Stop Over-Romanticizing with Minaa B, LCSW
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Minaa B, LCSW and author of Owning Our Struggles joins the show to share her expertise on healing and embracing our past experiences. We hear how everyone has something they can heal from and the accessible ways anyone can begin their healing journey. Minaa explains how we often contribute to our own suffering in dating by over romanticizing, and s…
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Episode 22 - Don't Warn the Tadpoles! (What's my Line Part 1)
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Melanie and Sean discuss their careers - what they wanted to be as kids, what jobs they've had, and where they are at now. The jobs they ended up with were very different than what they thought they'd be as kids! Analyzing the intricacies of the Buffy episode "What's my Line Part 1", Melanie poses the question of what career Buffy could have along …
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From Hopelessly Single to Happily In Love
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Nearly 8 months after coming on the podcast to commiserate about being in a dating drought, Erica Shea is back on to share how she found her person and has built a happy and healthy relationship. Erica shares what changed for her in her dating life and mindset leading up to meeting him, their romcom-worthy meet-cute, and how going slow allowed her …
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I'm joined by Brianna McCabe, author of "The Red Flags I Repeatedly Ignored" to discuss why it's so important to consider our role in the things that happen to us. We chat about how our self-worth, friendships, and alcohol consumption all relate to the dating and relationship experiences we have, and why it's incredibly important to look within at …
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Episode 21 - The Broward County Peephole Thing (The Dark Age)
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Sean and Melanie open up this episode by announcing the Sunnydale Shoebox Spectacular - Season 1 and 2 Diorama Derby! Break out the shoeboxes and craft supplies and recreate your favorite season 1 or season 2 scene from Buffy as a diorama. There will a Buffy themed FANTASTIC prize from Etsy as the winner. Snap a photo of your diorama and send it to…
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Episode 6: Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday with a Coincidental Lesson Learned
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Quick look at the major events of Holy Week from Palm Sunday, through Good Friday's Crucifixion, to the day Jesus defeated death on Easter Sunday. Plus a Lesson Learned from a communication with God, and a brand new prayer created by Artificial Intelligence for the Seven Spirits of God.By John Levay
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I Moved Abroad and Found Myself (& Found Love)
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I'm joined by my childhood friend Jordan who made a sudden move from New York to Amsterdam, four years ago. Jordan shares why she took the risk to move to a new country, how her family and friends reacted to the news, and what it was like picking up and starting a new life in a new place. Jordan opens up about how she approached making friends, est…
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Emma Wilson, Life Coach and host of the Turning 30 Podcast, joins the show today! Emma and I discuss how to navigate feeling like you’re falling behind. We about the pressure we’ve felt at different phases of our lives to have it all figured out and get to that next stage, and why it’s so much better to wait for the right person rather than saying …
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Episode 20 - Oreos Dunked in Apple Juice (Lie to Me)
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We're headed to the club! Sean and Melanie discuss their clubbing experiences, including goth clubs, 80s-themed clubs, and a club with a rotating dance floor. Sinking their teeth into the vampire fan club from the Buffy episode "Lie to Me", Sean provides a rundown of Jason Behr's many WB/CW appearances. Melanie questions the usefulness of a bomb sh…
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The Zen Den Chronicles ~ Strengthening Your Connection to Spirit
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All winter long we have been meeting in "The Zen Den" (actually a Nordic Barbecue Hut) to learn, grow, support and be supported. In each session we do a deep dive into a new topic. This week we discussed Strengthening Your Connection to Spirit. While I would never record one of our sacred evenings, I can share the teaching with you so that our circ…
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“Overcoming My Body Image & Self Worth Insecurities”
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TW: This episode may be triggering to those with sensitivities around eating disorders and body image. My friend Elana Rubin joins the show today to open up about how her struggle with disordered eating and body image has impacted her self-confidence, relationships, and dating life. She shares how a conversation with a boy when she was fourteen cha…
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Becoming Mentally and Physically Stronger Changes Your (Dating) Life
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I’m joined by celebrity fitness trainer, Daniel McKenna, AKA The Irish Yank, to hear about how becoming mentally and physically stronger can transform your confidence and change your dating life. We discuss why fitness has the ability to get someone through a difficult time, and how to get yourself to go to the gym if you’re intimidated. Daniel sha…
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Episode 19 - Leeches in the Pharmacy (Halloween)
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Keep an eye out for the Great Pumpkin, because it's Halloween! Melanie and Sean share their own memorable costumes, favorite candy (any chance to discuss snacks), haunted houses, and Halloween parties. Cackling over the events of the Buffy episode, "Halloween", Sean comments on Angel's colorful outfit (it's so wrong!) and ponders if, for once, Prin…
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Episode 5: Lessons Learned when Coincidence become Synchronicity
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Previews a preponderance of multi-layered coincidences proving beyond a reasonable doubt they are spiritual synchronicities, with examples.By John Levay
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On this week's Unfiltered episode, I’m joined by Mitchell, a 26-year from Minnesota who shares his experience starting a situation off casual, but later having it turn to more. We discuss how "box theory" doesn't account for how dynamic we are as individuals and how our feelings are constantly evolving. Mitchell opens up about learning from each da…
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What To Look For When Dating To Find a Life Partner
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Remi Stern, life coach, and her husband Jonathan are cohosts of the "You're Allowed to Hate Your Hubsand" podcast. Remi and Jonathan join the show to talk about what they were looking for when they met each other, the expectations vs. realities of marriage, and how they view marriage as a dedication vs. "work." Jonathan shares how he thinks women c…
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Episode 18 - Moonshine, a Sloe Gin Fizz, and Shoes (Reptile Boy)
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Sean and Melanie start this one off by describing their first experiences with alcohol and their favorite inebriated interactions. From Melanie having a sloe gin fizz in international waters to Sean's epic holiday party with Maple Crown Royal, there have been many drinks consumed. Along with their funny drinking stories, they do discuss some of the…
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I'm joined by Jacob, a 28 year old in NYC who opens up about going from a tumultuous, long distance, on again off again relationship to now being one year into a healthy relationship with someone he met on Hinge. We hear what his frustrations were when navigating the apps for the first time, what stood out about his now-girlfriend's profile, and ho…
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First Date Conversations You Need To Be Having with Garin Flowers
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I'm joined by Garin Flowers, writer, journalist, communications expert, and former Bachelorette contestant. We chat about how long you should wait to see if chemistry develops, how to talk about your values and dating goals on a first date, and whether or not a first-date kiss is a reflection on how the date actually went. Garin shares what he lear…
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Episode 17 - The Snack Limit Does Not Exist (Inca Mummy Girl)
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Inspired by Xander and Ampata munching on Twinkies, Sean and Melanie delve into the savory and sweet world of snack foods - what snacks they liked when they were kids (some which don't taste as good as they used to) and what snacks they love today (Sean had Melanie very interested in buttered pop tarts). After completing the snack food conversation…
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Episode 4: People on Earth Need to Know This
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Delivering a message from the Throne of God, this episode gives you greater understanding of God's Seven Spirits.By John Levay
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"I Reconnected With My Ex After 17 Years & Learned THIS"
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This weeks unfiltered guest joins us to open up about reconnecting with two people from her past, almost two decades later. She shares what she learned from the experience, what surprised her, and if she would recommend reaching out to your ex. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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In this episode, Sean and Melanie delve deep into the third episode of Buffy season two, "School Hard". They unravel Buffy's complex relationship with her mother, Joyce, and discuss how our parents were involved in our own education. Did our elementary schools really have us knocking on neighbors' doors to sell wrapping paper and collect donations …
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How to Believe You're Good Enough For What You Want
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TW: This episode may be triggering to those with sensitivities around eating disorders and body image. Dr. Rachel Goldman, PHD Psychologist and Speaker, joins the podcast to share her expertise on how to overcome some of the biggest challenges that women are facing when it comes to dating, self love, and confidence. We discuss the pressures that so…
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So You Don't Think You Have Time To Date?
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My maid of honor Julia (!!!) and her fiancé Luke join the show to share their experiences dating while Julia went through medical school and now her residency. We hear what drew them to each other on Coffee Meets Bagel and how their app date turned into a livelong love story. We discuss what how their relationship changed when Julia became a med st…
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Talia Koren AKA @dating.intentionally and I sit down to discuss why dating is so damn hard and what steps we can take to make it suck less. We hear about Talia’s recent engagement, how she and her now-fiancé built a strong foundation, why she was dating other people when she met him, and how she gave a chance to someone who wasn’t her usual type. W…
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Episode 15 - Scooping up the Egg (Some Assembly Required)
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Melanie and Sean take on science fairs in this episode - hear about the projects they created and experiments they took part in (and some of the disasters that ensued.) Diving into the events of the Buffy episode "Some Assembly Required", Melanie provides instruction on the proper way to eat a powdered donut. Sean expresses his dissatisfaction with…
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Healing From Toxicity & Learning Hard Truths
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Kristina Kane, Actress and Host of Dirty Daytini, joins the show to discuss some hard truths she’s learned throughout dating. We discuss the differences in dating in LA vs NY, how we healed from toxic relationships, going after what we want, tailoring our profiles to help attract the right person, and more. Follow Kristina on Instagram @itskristina…
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How To Not Settle & The Key To Confidence with Victoria Alario
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Victoria Alario, Confidence Coach and Host of For The Girls podcast, joins the Seeing Other People family today. We discuss what safety looks and feels like in a relationship, how to stop falling for a version of someone you created in your head, and why you need to focus on how you feel about them instead of how they feel about you. Victoria share…
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Episode 14 - ReVivicaFoxication and the Bowling Nemesis (When She Was Bad)
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Sean and Melanie kick off season 2 discussing summer break activities - their favorite family vacations, summer college classes, and just driving around. Hear all about the summer of Melanie's deepest tan and the gross act Sean performed on his 21st birthday! Unpacking the events of the Buffy episode "When She Was Bad", Melanie questions where all …
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I’m joined by Linda Panda, a DC-based woman in her mid thirties who opens up about how being raised in Utah with Asian parents impacted her dating life. She shares that while she didn’t have her first kiss until she was 25, a series of whirlwind romance stories would follow. We hear about her mindset with dating, how she’s approached meeting people…
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