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In this episode: Instructional Matchmaker Kristin Sokol sits down with dater Barbie Berg to talk about one of the biggest frustrations in modern dating: meeting people in real life. Could you be part of the... Read More
In this episode: Instructional Matchmaker Kristin Sokol sits down with dater Barbie Berg for a wide-ranging conversation that starts with Barbie’s recent trip to Washington, D.C., the unbelievable heat index, and a few travel stories... Read More
In this episode: Instructional Matchmaker Kristin Sokol sits down with local single gal and founder of The Four Week Fix to chat it up about unique summer first date ideas that will foster connection, playfulness,... Read More
In this episode: Nearly 200 arranged relationships. Plenty of success stories. A few hard lessons. And more than a little chaos.Instructional Matchmaker Kristin Sokol sits in the studio with Four Week Fix founder Tiana Chambers... Read More
In this episode: Instructional Matchmaker Kristin Sokol and dater Barbie Berg tackle one of the most overlooked parts of online dating: profile prompts. Most people waste this valuable real estate with generic answers that blend... Read More
In this episode: Instructional Matchmaker Kristin Sokol and dater Barbie Berg put Barbie’s dating profile photos under the microscope. Which photos deserve a spot on the profile, and which ones need to be left in... Read More
In this episode: Instructional Matchmaker Kristin Sokol and dater Barbie Berg break down social media trends and insights about dating curiosity and how to make the most of new connections on a first date. The... Read More
In this episode: Instructional Matchmaker Kristin Sokol and dater Barbie Berg are back after a few weeks away for work, travel, and real life. The first part of the episode is a warm catch-up full... Read More
In this episode: Instructional matchmaker Kristin Sokol, dater Barbie Berg, and comedian Steve Soelberg sit down for an honest conversation about a recent breakup in Barbie’s life. She shares what she learned, why she made... Read More
In this episode: Instructional matchmaker Kristin Sokol, dater Barbie Berg, and comedian Steve Soelberg sit down to talk about the fun they’ve been having at recent Singles Mingle events. They recap past activities, share some... Read More
In this episode: Instructional Matchmaker Kristin Sokol sits down for part two with internet-famous entrepreneur Bubba Page! The pair continues their candid conversation on all things dating. 👉 Bubba shares his year-long journey in the... Read More
In this episode: In this episode, Instructional Matchmaker Kristin Sokol sits down with internet-famous entrepreneur Bubba Page for a candid conversation about all things dating. 👉 New here? This is your chance to hear Kristin’s... Read More
In this episode, Dating Coach & Matchmaker Kristin Sokol sits down with Comedian Steve Soelberg and Singles Mingle Events founder Molly Bitton for a double dose of dating talk and laughs. 👉 Part One: Did... Read More
In this episode: 👉 Feel like you struggle to meet people at parties, events, or anywhere new? You’re not alone! In this episode, we dive into how you can easily bring the charm back to... Read More
In this episode: 👉 The do’s and don’ts of what to share and what to keep private when meeting new people digitally. 👉 Kristin and Molly Bitton, founder of Singles Mingle Events get informed by... Read More
In this episode: 👉 The do’s and don’ts of making your dates unforgettable—how to sparkle instead of fizzle on a first date. 👉 Kristin walks Steve through a dating fumble where he missed a chance... Read More
If you’re new around here—welcome to the chaotic joyride that is Barbie Does Dating, where we explore the wild, wonderful, and occasionally cringe-worthy world of dating in Utah culture. Your hosts:Barbie Berg – Fearless dater... Read More
We’re back for our second-ever video episode, and yes—it’s even better than the first. If you’re new around here—welcome to the chaotic joyride that is Barbie Does Dating, where we explore the wild, wonderful, and... Read More
For the first time ever…you can see the laughter, the side-eyes, the cringe, and the chemistry. Yep, Barbie Does Dating is now on video! If you’re new here—welcome! This podcast is all about the wild,... Read More
Fans of the show know that Barbie is Dating! She is finding a lot of success using Hinge as her app of choice. In this app we hear Barbie’s dating stories, but one in particular... Read More
In a previous episode with guest Jhill Seraphina, we discussed the book Find a Husband After 35: Using What I Learned at Harvard Business School by Rachel Greenwald. In this episode, Barbie, Nick, and Dating Coach Kristin Sokol, go through how these principles apply to dating and creating your brand as a person. WARNING: There […]
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Barbie, Nick, Kristin Sokol, and Jhill Seraphina, discuss the best-selling book, Find a Husband After 35: What I learned in Harvard Business School by Rachael Greenwald.
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It's time for another Minisode! This time we will be sharing some good, bad, and cute dating stories. Our guest for this episode is Jhill Seraphina, also known as Vibes of Light. We go through some awkward or bad dating stories, some good ones, and some adorably cute and snuggly dating stories. Join us for a fun and quick shot of Barbie Does Dating.
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The Psychology of First Impressions is a complicated but interesting topic when considered in light of dating. Online dating, in person dating, on the phone, or text, there are many openings for first impressions. Some research shows that you only have 3 seconds to make a first impression. In the swipe happy world of app […]
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Why don’t men ask questions on dates? Why don’t women ask questions on dates? Is asking questions really THAT hard? And if someone doesn’t ask really good questions is THAT a deal breaker? Barbie, Nick, and dating coach Kristin Sokol discuss the various experiences people have with people either don’t ask many questions on dates, […]
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On this episode, we are joined by Catherine who courageously came on to talk about her experience using a paid matchmaking service. Learn some of the principles of what you should expect from a matchmaking service, both as a man or a woman (and they are different). Learn from the good and the bad experiences […]
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Barbie, Nick, and guest Co-host Kristin Sokol discuss treating online dating as a supplement to your social calendar rather than the thing fully responsible for your dating happiness.
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Are you hoping to find love later in life? (What does later even mean?) In this episode, Barbie and Nick are joined by esteemed dating coach Kristin Sokol to discuss how dating and happy relationships can be happy at any age. Hear stories of two ladies over the age of 65 and some of the […]
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Have you wanted to be more vulnerable with your online dating profiles but didn’t know how and where to do that? How much can you share about what you want without scaring people off too quickly? In this episode, we continue with Barbie on her dating adventures (don’t call it a journey), but we explore […]
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Barbie has begun online dating again and in this continuing saga, Barbie addresses the common issue that people face when starting a relationship with a new person…romantically. How do you talk about the topic of sex? When do you have it, or better yet, when is it appropriate to even bring it up in conversation? […]
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John Maxim is a twice divorced father of 5 who flips houses for a living. John is also known to many in Utah as one of two people who have organized some significant treasure hunts that take place during the warmer summer months. John joins Barbie Berg, Steve Soelberg, and Nick Galieti to discuss the […]
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We are back for the start of Season 3 of Barbie Does Dating! This one is a two part episode where we help Barbie get back into dating with her online dating profiles. We are joined in studio by Barbie and Steve, with producer Nick---as well as some contributors that are super fans! We welcome Kristen and Jhill who help us to guide Barbie into the best dating profile for her dating efforts.
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We are back for the start of Season 3 of Barbie Does Dating! This one is a two part episode where we help Barbie get back into dating with her online dating profiles. We are joined in studio by Barbie and Steve, with producer Nick—as well as some contributors that are super fans! We welcome […]
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In this month's minisode we are joined by Heidi, wife of Producer Nick, and we discuss where NOT to take your date. In past episodes, we have had some stories of bad dating stories. This episode is more about bad ideas for dates. Some you may agree with, some you may not. But we hope you laugh either way.
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"Befriend the parts you don't like about yourself" is part of a series of techniques shared by our guest, therapist, Michelle Pomeroy.
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It’s Not You, It’s Me…wait…no, it’s our dynamic. Traditionally, relationships use the blame shifting tactic of saying to the person we want to break up with, “It’s not you, it’s me.” But every relationship has a dynamic that is created between the two people. Sometimes the challenges that pop up in a relationship aren’t about […]
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Dating Green Flags are the signs, or the best things to look for in someone to date with whom to develop a relationship. How many can you think of?
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Men as bread…let me explain. This came from a popular TikTok video from Kateplus8ft and her video where she compares men to different types of bread. Barbie takes Nick and Steve through the list and gets their reactions to the various types of men and their comparable bread types.
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More fabulously bad dating stories! Because you requested it.
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Why Aren't People Getting Married? We randomly discuss what is happening in the dating world when it comes to why people don't get married.
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Bria, Barbie's niece, joins to talk about her upcoming wedding, the engagement, and how she was able to get passed her points of fear.
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Here is more bad dating stories read by Barbie, Steve, and Nick. Enjoy a series of bad dating stories that will make laugh, cry, and cringe.
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Have you heard of Passport Bros? Some of us have, and some of us wish we didn't, and others learned about what a PassportBros is.
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ChatGPT and dating is happening whether we know it or not. But how good is the use of Artificial Intelligence in the dating world? Can it come up with a dating profile for you? Can it be used to "chat" with people on dating apps for you? How would you respond if you found out that the dating profile of the person you were seeing was made by ChatGPT instead of the person's authentic words? What are individuals ethically required to share when it comes to the use of AI in their dating efforts? What if you dated someone who had a previous relationship with an Artificial Intelligence creation? Would still date this person? What we discuss and learn might just surprise you.
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This time we are sharing rapid fire examples of some funny online dating profiles. In this episode, we focus on those found through the Mutual dating App. Hilarity ensues.
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Join us as we discuss the many different stigmas about online dating. Do those relationships last? Is online dating just for hooking up? Listen in for some great advice and some laughs to go with it.
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The first episode in our new mini-sode's is on bad dates! Join Barbie, Steve, and Nick as they share some of the funniest and most bizarre dating stories in rapid fashion.
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Are you looking for first date ideas? Want to know what works and what doesn't when it comes to first dates? We have a few good ideas and many bad ones.
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Learn about how Sariah and Kiko Arvizu overcame the challenges of dating after divorce, and their fun story of how they found each other. Enjoy their high energy as Barbie, Steve, and Nick talk dating after divorce with some people who have "been there."
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How do YOU feel loved? That is a question that people don’t often ask themselves, or qualify. Some speak of love languages and that is fine, but its also a little cheesy and trendy. Barbie has a theory, that the way we are motivated, is also the way we can communicate love for one another. […]
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It's time we celebrate the upsides of being single, and all the various benefits that being single affords.
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Have you ever been paperclipped? Have you paperclipped someone else? Do you have any idea what we mean when we talk about paper-clipping someone? Then listen to this episode to see if you are “that person” that paperclips people. Paperclipping your ex’s is not as uncommon in our social media world as you may think. […]
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Have you heard of Matthew Hussey? Barbie has, and she wants the world to know who he is. Matthew is a dating and relationship guru/expert/YouTuber that gave an analogy that applies to finding strength in your dating position. Here is the video from Matthew Hussey (Link) The metaphor has to do with strengthening your table legs… makes […]
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Dating coach Kristin Sokol joins us to discuss different mindsets and things to consider when entering the dating world again.
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Is there a Dating Success Formula? Kristin Sokol is our special guest on this episode to teach us about this formula is, and how it can help you in dating.
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Dating to open doors is a mindset that allows you to embrace opportunities, rather than be afraid of things you fear NOT happening. This is more than just a mindset, it is also some practical ideas of what you can do to improve your success with dating apps, with starting conversations, and with avoiding common mistakes that discount what would otherwise be a solid opportunity or relationship. Whether you are looking to meeting new people, or wether you want to find your spouse, this episode will have some tips and helps that are guaranteed to open doors to dating possibilities...or your money back ;)
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Stop jumping to step 6! What is step 6 you say? Well, we will tell you. Kristen Sokol, who is Barbie and Steve’s dating coach, has this list of steps or phases of a relationship. One of the most common ways that even healthy dating relationships fail is by jumping to step 6 – solving […]
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Have you ever considered a Pre-date Questionnaire? Good idea? Bad idea? Curious idea? Listen to our episode to hear the questions...
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Money, Money, Money. This episode we discuss the importance (or not importance) of money matters when it comes to dating.
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After last week’s episode with Jennifer Finlayson-Fife, Barbie, Steve, and Nick wanted to have a conversation where we could digest all the beautiful things she shared. This episode is our after-discussion of the episode that we felt helped to share some insights that we all gained from the interview. What did you learn? What did […]
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Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife, an LDS Marriage and Sex therapist, and host of her own podcast called "Room For Two." She joins us to discuss many different aspects of how single or unmarried individuals can differentiate in their relationships, help to recognize and overcome the fear of commitment, as well as discuss healthier ways to approach the nuanced subject of sexual intimacy, and compatibility, in celibate/chaste unmarried relationships.
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Are you a "nice guy?" Have you dated a "nice guy?" What do we even mean by "nice guy?" Find out in this episode of Barbie Does Dating.
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Cuffing Season is upon us! Don’t know what cuffing season is? That’s okay, Steve and Nick don’t either. On this episode, we will cuff the crap out of things and make sure you are cuff-ready. This episode is so cuffing great you won’t cuffing believe it.
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Do you or someone you have dated experience some level of ADHD? Do you even know what ADHD really is, or do you think ADHD people are hyperactive and immature? Have you had a relationship NOT work because of the impact of ADHD? There are so many ways that ADHD impacts dating in both positive and...challenging ways. You can have rich relationships as a person with ADHD, or if your significant other or person you are hoping to date has ADHD, there are things you need to know in order to have a more rich and rewarding relationship.
In this episode, we are joined by Kylee Shields and Heidi Galieti, who, along with host Barbie Berg, are diagnosed with ADHD and share their experience and insight.
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Imagine the first time you go on a date and your date says, “I want to be upfront, I am seeing multiple people.” How do you respond? Are you cool with it? Are you bothered by it? Are you sort of envious of people who are seeing multiple people? On this episode, Barbie, Steve, and […]
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What does it mean to “date with intention?” What is so scary about dating with the goal of getting married? What would change for you if you dating with specific intention to make the relationship work? This and so many more questions we explore on this episode of Barbie Does Dating!
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It has been a pandemic since we last released an episode, but we are back for season 2 of Barbie Does Dating! Check out what has happened to our hosts since our last episode…and what hasn’t happened. We also tease out some of what to expect in this coming season of Barbie Does Dating! We […]
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Dating during COVID is a super complex and the very virtual experience. How do you meet people while stuck on zoom? Should you wait to date till this all blows over? This is our first video zoom podcast episode with Steve and Barbie, as well as Dating Coaches Kristin Sokol and Lauren Hardenbrook. Does COVID […]
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Have you ever wanted to date someone, or stop dating someone, and they just can’t take the hint? We all have, so we decided to share stories about experiences when people drop hints–so how to take a hint, and who to offer them a hint. The trio of Steve, Nick, and Barbie are joined again […]
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Barry Wilcox is our guest to discuss what his dating life is like being in a wheelchair. Meet an awesome guy that Barbie crushes on the entire time. Oh yeah, Steve and Nick are there too 😉
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Are you looking for the latest and greatest in dating? Out-of-the-box dating ideas that you can use in your dating efforts. Steve, Nick, and Barbie are joined by Kylee Shields to discuss the latest apps and ideas.
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Heartbreak is common. In fact, even its even more common than not when it comes to dating. So how do you get over that, how to learn from heartbreak rather than being crushed by it? Steve, Nick, and Barbie are joined again by therapist Kylee Shields.
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Dating in your 30’s and 40’s is a different beast than dating when you are in your 20’s. What are the challenges and upsides? We are joined this episode by guest Kylee Shields, author of Make it happen: A guide to Happiness for LDS Singles. Get some great practical advice from the experience of our guest […]
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What to do and what not to do when it comes to being safe in dating. There are some funny stories, but will also be a little more serious as this is something to be concerned about when doing modern-day, online dating. Steve, Nick and Barbie are joined by Shawn Rapier again.
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Do married people get single amnesia? Does it sort of bug you when they do? Steve and Barbie (the singles) are joined by Nick Galieti and Shawn Rapier (the marrieds) to discuss what happens with those married people that just (annoyingly) act soooo different when they get married. Fun, and funny, this is good stuff.
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