Dating Intentionally
No outdated rules. Just honest, thoughtful advice to help you get what you're after in your dating life, and have fun along the way.
Dating Intentionally will help you navigate modern dating with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Whether you're dating after a big break up, trying to avoid past mistakes, or just tired of swiping aimlessly, this show will guide you to make decisions that align with your values while actually enjoying the dating process.
Hosted by Talia Koren, this show dives into real, practical strategies to help you attract the right matches, build connection, and move toward your dream relationship. Talia shares advice based on her real-life experience of going on 150ish dates with over 60 people in under a year until she met her husband (on Hinge)! You'll hear no-nonsense advice from her and guest experts, therapists, and authors to implement into your dating life today.
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45. Who should pay on the first date and why?
I get so many questions about what to do when the check comes at the end of the date. The easy answer is, that whoever asks is who pays. However, it goes so much deeper when it comes to heterosexual dating. In this episode, I deep dive into the reaso...
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44. A realistic approach to healing body image ...
Do you feel like you have to wait until you lose weight to start dating? Are your feelings about your looks holding you back from getting on the apps or putting yourself out there? In this episode, I talk to Leah Kern, and anti-diet dietitian, about ...
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43. How to build chemistry on dates (and stop c...
We need to stop chasing sparks in dating! Just because you don't feel a spark does not mean that connection is doomed. In this episode, I talk about what the spark is and what it isn't, and why we feel attracted to some people and not others. I focus...
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42. Be the CEO of your love life w/ Evan Marc K...
In this episode, I talk to veteran dating expert Evan Marc Katz about all things early dating! We get into why your confidence is the first thing to work on in your dating journey, tips for moving on from a past relationship you’re still stuck on and...
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41. We met on Hinge 18 months ago and now we're...
On this episode of Dating Intentionally, you'll hear our engagement story (including a real-life nightmare scenario) from my fiance, Johnny, and how he selected a ring for me! I also talk about why I proposed back to him and how I chose a ring for hi...
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40. How to heal your insecure attachment w/ Jul...
Yes, you can work on healing your attachment wounds even if you're not in a relationship. I got to talk to Julie Menanno about her new book, Secure Love, and how to apply its insights even if you're single. Julie and I cover steps to healing attachme...
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39. Self sabotage vs trusting your gut in dating
Are you following your intuition and trusting your gut feelings, or are you self-sabotaging? In this episode, I talk about why we self-sabotage and how it's different than trusting your gut. I get into eight different ways we get in our own way and t...
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38. How to get out of your head during sex w/ A...
Not sure how to get your needs met in the bedroom? Feel awkward talking about sex with someone new? Abigail Jensen from @vibeslut and I get into how to talk about sex and navigate new experiences with new partners with confidence and ease. Abigail pr...
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37. Stop worrying about being in your "feminine...
Have you heard of the whole feminine and masculine energy framework in dating? If you haven't, I'm sharing examples of the type of dating advice you'd hear if you go down the rabbit hole of tapping into your feminine energy to attract a masculine man...
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36. Lessons learned from a decade of dating wit...
In this episode, I got to talk to dating creator and author Lauren Josephine about what she learned during her decade-long dating journey and going on over 200 dates until she met her current boyfriend in an unexpected place online. We get into how t...
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35. How to nail a first date from start to finish
Do you get first date anxiety? This episode walks you through each step of a first date, from confirming the time to deciding if you're going to hug or kiss at the end. I also share tips for having fun conversations on first dates, as well as having ...
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34. How to enjoy being single while dating with...
In this episode, I'm talking to Julia from the Pretty Much Done podcast. We cover how to deal with comparing yourself to people in relationships, how to navigate being single when you thought you’d be married with kids by now and what the path to sel...
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33. Level up your dating app game with Genny Di...
In this episode, I'm talking to dating app expert Genny Diehl about how to increase your matches, improve your profile and go on more dates. You'll get tips you can use right away and learn insights Genny has picked up from using the apps for years a...
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32. Top 10 tips for dating intentionally in 2024
Could 2024 be your year to find a secure, long-term relationship? These are my top 10 dating tips for finding an amazing match (without compromising your mental health) in 2024. From building an amazing life on your own to embracing your search for l...
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31. Love bombing vs genuine interest (how to tell)
Are they love bombing you or are they just eager about the connection? This episode breaks down the signs of love bombing, concrete examples, why people love bomb in the first place and how to remove yourself from a relationship with a love bomber. I...
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30. Texting 101: How to navigate texting in ear...
Not sure what to do when they keep texting you, but won't ask you out? What about what to say to a ghoster? Or what should you expect after you've gone out a few times? This episode has you covered. Listen and learn about texting etiquette, what to e...
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29. How to define the relationship (DTR)
Have you ever dated someone for a while and wondered, "what are we?" Going from just dating to "boyfriend" and "girlfriend" or whatever labels you want to use can feel terrifying. This episode covers how and when to have the DTR (define the relations...
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28. How to deal with dating burnout
Do you ever feel totally apathetic about dating? Or like just the idea of going on a date feels irritating? You might be experiencing dating burnout. In this episode, I talk about how dating burnout and fatigue happen and how to heal from it. You are...
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27. How to tell if they’re a good match
Scenario: you're on date #2 with someone and they seem fine, but you're not sure if you should keep seeing them. This podcast breaks down the three things to look for when trying to figure out if someone is a good match for a potential relationship i...
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26. Gifts they actually want for the holidays f...
Stuck on what to get the person you're newly dating or a long-term partner for the holidays? Not great at gift-giving? My brother Alex (age 29) and I get into how to give memorable gifts your SO will absolutely love. This episode will inspire you to ...
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25. How to move on from someone
Whether you're fresh from a break up or still thinking about that person you dated 3 years ago, this episode is packed with tips, tools and techniques for moving on from an ex. This episode also features a special guest, sharing one very specific tip...
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24. Dating rules I’d have if I believed in dati...
Do you have dating rules? In this episode, I get into the dating rules that worked for me (even though ultimately, I don't believe you have to follow any dating rules to be successful in dating). I also share what rules the community thinks are great...
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23. How to stay grounded in early dating
Are you grounded in dating? Listen and learn what staying grounded in dating even means and what happens when we get completely carried away. I'm also getting into how to actually slow the process down and stay grounded in reality as you get to know ...
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22. The 4 attachment styles (and how to spot th...
This episode is an overview and introduction to adult attachment theory. Learn about the four attachment styles (secure, avoidant, anxious and disorganized) how they're developed, and how our attachment style affects the way we operate in relationshi...
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21. Are you dating for validation? (And how to ...
Are you more preoccupied with getting their interest than whether or not YOU like THEM in dating? This episode covers dating for validation: what it is, why it's leading you into toxic relationships and how to break out of the pattern. Mutual interes...
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