Last First Date Radio

What is radical listening, and why is it important in our relationships? Dr. Robert Biswas-Diener is the co-author of the soon-to-be published book, Radical Listening, The Art of True Connection. He’s a researcher, author, and consultant. His previous books include The Upside of Your Dark Side (New York Times Bestseller, 2014), and the 2007 PROSE Award winner, Happiness. He has presented keynotes to Lululemon, Deloitte, Humana, AARP, The World Bank, and others. In 2024, Thinkers50 named him one of the “50 Most Influential Executive Coaches in the World.” He lives in Portland, Oregon, where he enjoys drawing and rock climbing.In this episode:How Radical Listening moves beyond traditional active listening techniquesWhat people trying to accomplish when they listenHow the 6 Core skills of Radical Listening enable us to better communicate with othersHow Internal and External listening skills complement each otherHow we can effectively overcome those barriers to better approach our conversationsConnect with Robert

Are you in a situationship? We often stay in these types of stuck relationships because we like hanging out and hooking up with these people. It feels good in the moment. Secretly, we might be hoping the relationship will grow into something more. If that’s the case, the anxiety and frustration can take a toll on your mental health. It’s almost impossible to stay emotionally unattached to someone we’re intimate with. And the ambiguity can consume your thoughts. That’s why I’m sharing five signs of a situationship, and what you can do if you find yourself in one.►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

I loved my interview so much with couples therapist Colette Fehr and individual therapist Laura Bowman on their podcast, Insights from the Couch, I am reposting it here with their permission.Insights from the Couch takes women on a deep dive into the issues you care about most at midlife: relationships, parenting, career, health, aging, personal development and more. In this episode, they interviewed me about dating and finding love later in life. We discussed the surprising ways midlifers can find lasting love and what it really takes to build a meaningful relationship at this stage of life. Join us as we uncover the keys to finding—and keeping—lasting love.Follow Insights from the CouchIG https://www.instagram.com/colettejanefehr/Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIwt2hdSREH4j9q8cfmp4Kghttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIwt2hdSREH4j9q8cfmp4KgPodcast https://www.insightsfromthecouch.org/podcast/episode/7ce3208f/ep32-dating-and-finding-lasting-love-at-midlife-with-sandy-weiner►Please subscribe/rate and

Are you single for the holidays? It can be a challenging time. Family members ask annoying questions about why you’re still single. How do you answer them without getting defensive? We see happy couples on social media, movies and TV, and it can make us feel bad that we don’t have a partner. If you want to know how to handle these challenges, I’ve got you covered with the following five helpful tips for surviving and thriving during the holidays. ►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 and Love at Las

What’s your conflict management personality? Dr. John Eliot, PhD, co-wrote a book on this topic. He mentors executives and advises professional sports teams, coaches, and athletes on psychological principles for enhancing health, performance, and workplace culture. He has consulted for NASA, the US Olympic Committee, the Mayo Clinic, Sony, and Microsoft. Eliot has held professorial appointments at the University of Virginia, Stanford, Rice, SMU, and the Texas Medical Center, winning teaching awards at each. In this episode: Why John decided to focus his research on ‘Conflict’ personality How our conflict responses are rooted in predictable patterns How we can predict behavior in high-pressure or emotionally charged situations How someone’s ‘Conflict’ personality changes between home and work Why it’s important to understand our own triggers How to Get Along with Anyone: The Playbook for Predicting and Preventing Conflict at Work and at Home by John Eliot and Jim Gunn is available at the Conflict D

Do you need to fully heal before dating after a breakup? When is the right time to start dating again after a relationship ends? There no one-size-fits-all answer. Before you can decide for yourself whether you’re ready to date again, it’s helpful to ask yourself five essential questions.  ►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 and Love at Last https://amzn.to/4erpj7C ►Get FREE coaching on the podcast! https://bit.ly/LFDradiocoaching ►FREE download: “Top 10 Reasons Why Men Suddenly Pull Away” http://bit.ly/

Why do we tend to repeat toxic patterns in our relationships? My podcast guest, Joan Childs, is sharing her wisdom in this episode. She’s a renowned psychotherapist, author, and relationship expert with over 47 years of clinical experience. As a pioneer in Encounter-Centered Couples Therapy, Joan has dedicated her career to healing fractured relationships and guiding people toward self-actualization. Her therapeutic journey has included individual, couples, group, and family therapy, earning her certifications in transformative modalities such as EMDR, Hypnosis, and Inner Child Work.In this episode of Last First Date Radio: Why we repeat toxic patterns in relationships Common mistakes couples make and how to avoid them What to do when there’s a loss of intimacy in a relationship The biggest myth about love and relationshipsConnect with Joan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanechilds/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joanechildslcsw/?_rdc=2&_rdr#  Website: https://joanechilds.com

If the thought of engaging in small talk makes you cringe, you’re in luck! I’m sharing five valuable tips for mastering the art of small talk in dating so you can create more meaningful connections.►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 and Love at Last https://amzn.to/4erpj7C ►Get FREE coaching on the podcast! https://bit.ly/LFDradiocoaching ►FREE download: “Top 10 Reasons Why Men Suddenly Pull Away” http://bit.ly/whymendisappear ►Group Coaching: https://lastfirstdate.com/the-woman-of-value-club/ ►Website

How do you get a second date? My podcast guest, T. Joel Wade, has some tips for you! He is a Presidential Professor of Psychology at Bucknell University. His research focuses on mate attraction, mate selection, mate expulsion, love, and relationships. He’s the author of numerous articles in social and evolutionary psychology journals, and his research has been covered in media outlets including the BBC, NPR, and CBC, and numerous national and international news magazines. In this episode of Last First Date Radio: Do the actions men and women use to get a second date differ, and if so why?  What are a few things people can say or do to get a second date?   How the actions men and women use to signal attraction to a potential mate differs Connect with T Joel Wade Website https://www.bucknell.edu/fac-staff/t-joel-wade Psychology Today page https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/t-joel-wade-phd ►Please subscribe/rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/lastfirstdateradi

While I’m not a fan of the Bachelor franchise, I highly recommend you watch “The Golden Bachelorette” for several reasons. As a golden bachelorette myself, I can relate to the struggles of people dating in their later years. I love that there are finally shows that represent mature people who are looking for love later in life, like the couples I highlighted in my newest book, “Love at Last”. Following are four important themes in “The Golden Bachelorette” that people of all ages will be able to relate to. ►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 Po

What if you could get clear about what you want in dating? My podcast guest, Tracey Gee, is the author of The Magic of Knowing What You Want. She’s a certified leadership coach and consultant and a sought-after speaker and facilitator nationwide. She helps people learn more about themselves and their unique sense of meaning and purpose. She feels honored to have worked with a breadth of incredible individuals and organizations, including UC Berkeley, the Miami Heat, and Coca-Cola, but her great ambition in life remains to pet as many dogs as possible. In this episode of Last First Date Radio: How to discover what you want in dating A practical exercise on uncovering your authentic desires in dating After you have clarity about what you want, what actions to take Connect With Tracey Website https://traceygee.me/  IG https://www.instagram.com/traceygee.me/  Free Gift: New Year Planning Guide & Template https://traceygee.me/template ►Please subscribe/rate and review the podcast on Apple Pod

If you’re finding it hard to get over your ex, you’re not alone. The healing process after a breakup can be long and painful. And while everyone processes the grief of a breakup differently, it can take anywhere from three months to several years to get over an ex. It doesn’t matter how long the relationship was, some breakups take a bigger toll on our mental health.  The most important thing in healing from a breakup is to do the work necessary to get unstuck and move on. I’m sharing five common behaviors that may be sabotaging your healing process and some helpful ways to finally get over your ex. ►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, Be

Dr. Rachel Glik shares how to heal your relationship. She is a licensed professional counselor with 30+ years as a couples and individual therapist in private practice. Since 2014, she has been a regular feature on the Fox 2 AM show in St. Louis as a relationship and mental health expert. Her book, A SOULFUL MARRIAGE: Healing Your Relationship With Responsibility, Growth, Priority, and Purpose was published February 4, 2025. In this episode of Last First Date Radio: The essential four pillars that can positively transform any relationship The eight friendships that can influence a relationship  How to diffuse tension in an emotional argument using the love seat listening method  Why we should reframe conflict as an opportunity for growth One step someone could take today to create a stronger relationship Connect With Rachel Website: https://www.drrachelglik.com/    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrachelglik/  Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/10156474190839727 ►Please subscribe/rate and review

You’re getting mixed signals from someone you’re dating, and you’re consumed with trying to decipher them. Stop! It’s exhausting and a waste of your time and energy to try and decode these mixed signals. Dating shouldn’t be so hard or confusing. You shouldn’t have to worry about what the other person is thinking or how they feel about you. If there is a lack of effort or you see inconsistent behaviors, the person you’re dating is not a healthy match for you.  I’m sharing five mixed signals in dating that are clear red flags. ►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/womano

Julie Krafchick & Yue Xu are active daters turned dating insiders, and top influential voices of modern dating, relationships, and connection in the digital world. They’re the authors of How To Be Dateable and the co-hosts of the hit podcast Dateable, which has been named one of the top podcasts about modern dating and relationships by the New York Times, The Huffington Post, Oprah Daily, and more.  In this episode of Last First Date Radio: What is “dating on your own terms”? What the four dating archetypes represent: Achiever, Dreamer, Energizer, Maverick, and Thinker Some of the traps that get in the way of finding your person One of their favorite exercises from the book Some of the key points they're hoping readers will take away from the book Connect With Yue and Julie The book and free quiz: https://howtobedateable.com  Website https://dateablepodcast.com    IG @dateablepodcast ►Please subscribe/rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/lastfirstdateradio  ►If y

Unrealistic expectations in dating can lead to disappointment, resentment, and even cause you to give up hope that you’ll ever find love. While it’s important to have clear standards for who we believe will be a good match for us, when you set your expectations too high for every date, you’re going to burn out quickly and feel disheartened. I’m sharing five reasons why lowering your expectations in dating can improve your ability to find lasting love. ►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 and Love a

Attention highly successful women who struggle to find lasting love! Help is on the way with my podcast guest, Bob Grant, a clinically trained relationship expert, podcaster, and bestselling author of The Woman Men Adore. He’s the founder of Relationship Headquarters, where he specializes in helping women emotionally connect with men, attract true love, get married, and, for those in a relationship, learn how to connect and relate more effectively.    In this episode of Last First Date Radio How successful women can navigate between being powerful at work and more feminine in dating without losing their authentic selves Busting the myth that successful women intimidate men The meaning of “emotional authenticity” The difference between surrendering in love vs giving up your power Connect With Bob FB https://www.facebook.com/RelationshipHeadquarters  IG https://www.instagram.com/relationship_headquarters  YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Relationshipheadquarters     Podcast https://podcast

Dating rejection stings, but it’s an almost inevitable component of dating. You made yourself vulnerable to someone you liked, and they told you they weren’t feeling a connection. Or they ghosted you and didn’t have the decency to let you know why. In this solo episode, I share my five-step plan for how to deal with rejection that can help you take it less personally, grow from the experience, and become empowered to move on and date again until you find your last first date. ►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://

What is the path to healing your inner child? Jen Araya Peters is an expert in this field. She is a visionary healer, #1 best selling author and the founder of a global 128,000 strong healing community. Jen is best known for her revolutionary work in the field of inner child healing, in particular dissolving emotional trauma, childhood trauma and hidden blocks deep within the subconscious mind. Jen’s mission is to make healing available to all. In this episode of Last First Date Radio: Why healing your inner child is so important when it comes to dating How to know if unresolved inner child trauma may be sabotaging your success in dating  Examples of how our childhood experiences can impact our romantic relationships How unhealed attachment trauma influences our relationships 3 things we can do to begin healing our inner child as it relates to dating or relationships Connect with Jen Instagram: @jenpeters_soulguide_healer  Website: www.jen-peters.com  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@JenPete

Online dating safety is paramount, especially for women. How do you stay safe? By recognizing red flags early on so you don’t get hurt or waste precious time with people whose intentions don’t match yours. In this episode, I’m sharing the top five online dating red flags look for before you agree to a first date Click here to learn more about the course and sign up to join the waitlist and be the first to know when the course is live again: https://lastfirstdate.com/find-love-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 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 h