Save The Date Show: Recent Episodes
Save The Date Show
The healthy dating preservation podcast. If you're looking for relationship advice, we don't have it for you. It's all casual here! Start your week with us biweekly on Mondays for tips, trends, stories and more. To have your dating story included or if you trust us to give you advice, email us at savethedatesos@gmail.com Follow us on instagram @savethedateshow Follow us on twitter @imaniorwhatever @okaykandice Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/savethedateshow/support
Hey y’all! We are SO SORRY for leaving you all hanging for the past months. But we love you all and wanted to update you on where we’ve been and why. Catch up with us on this episode and stay tuned because we have a BUG announcement coming!
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Imagine being someone’s everything? How do you feel? Does that scare you or excite you? Let’s chat.
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What does it mean to settle down? What if I wanna stay up?? Let’s chat!
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We’re back from our first of year hiatus and we’re coming in hot! It’s Valentine’s Weekend and what happens when you lead with dollar signs?! Love might cost a thing. Let’s chat!
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It’s the last episode of the year! We've learned so much this year, so we decided to mash up our Lessons Learned segments from 2020 for your listening pleasure. Enjoy! See you next year!
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Is moving in together just a logical next step in the dating process? Or is it something that some people do and some people don’t? What are the pros and cons? What should we consider? Let’s chat.
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TW: domestic abuse in the rescue me segment. Did you know that your love language is not a static personality trait?? We explore some of the critiques of the theory and address how trauma, especially a pandemic, can totally rearrange your love language rankings. So what do you do when your partner's love language changes?? Let's chat.
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So there's a clip of a popular couple's content going viral in which the husband has a very interesting question for his wife about their sex life... or lack thereof... and monogamy. So this episode explores ultimatums. What are they? What are they used for? Who benefits? Let's chat!
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Once you shoot your shoot, who is responsible for pursuit? Is it once sided? Should it be mutual? Is it strictly based on gender? Let’s chat.
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What’s it mean when someone says they’re a really good partner but they’re good at dating. Or good at dating and not good in a relationship? Is there something to unpack here? What’s not being said? Let’s chat about it.
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The Honeymoon stage is easily the best part of a new romance. What does that mean? How long should it last? And what do we do when the honeymoon stage is over?
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Hey family! We're back! Thanks for hanging in there with us! Sorry for the late episode but it's still lit! Why do we loooooove bad boys? Do nice guys ACTUALLY finish last?? Let's talk it out!
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Have you ever been embarrassed by a significant other's line of work? How important is a potential partner's career to you? How employed do they have to be? Can they have just ANY job? Let's chat!
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DISCLAIMER: This episode is more explicit than our normal episodes. If you have littles you may want to rethink this episode Lol
Hey guys! We linked up with our friends over at The Chef the Angry & the Adam Podcast for this fun Quarantine episode where they asked us a lot about dating and shared some of their views as well. This episode originally dropped on their platform but we wanted to share too because it's HILARIOUS. Thanks to the guys for having us on their show!
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We're talking about Plural dating so we have plural guests on the show and they're both men Lol. In the wake of August Alsina telling his truth about his relationship with the Smith family, specifically Jada, we talk Plural dating and open relationships with Brother Nova, a poly dating enthusiast, and Just GQ from the Travel Guydes Podcast. It gets... interesting. Lets chat!
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Dating in different cities can actually yield totally different experiences depending on who you are and where you are. Why is that? Let’s talk about it.
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Welcome listeners! We're back and there's quite a bit to discuss here lately. How do we introduce these discussions into our vetting processes for dating? Are these even conversations we need to worry about having while casually dating? Let's chat!
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disclaimer this episode has just a bit more profanity than normal so keep in mind if there are children nearby.
What's like to be millennial, married, divorced, and back on the dating scene? Kandice and Imani have no idea. Which is why they've called on their friends CJ and Shona for their perspective. Dating after ending a marriage can be a lot so let's chat about it!
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What does it mean to Ride or Die? How can you tell if someone will ride for you before you even get serious? What's the difference between Ride or Die and blind loyalty? Let's chat!
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2 is a couple, a 3rd wheel is a crowd but a wingman is a party! On this episode Kandice and Imani talk 3rd wheels, the issues and how to navigate them and how to be a really good or REALLY bad wingman. Let's chat!
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Who or what exactly is a Lame Lance? or Lame Linda? What do we do when we simply cannot bear someone's personality? Let's unpack.
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Ok let’s just get down to it, dating is expensive! Let’s talk about it and ways we can be prepared to enjoy the scene.
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When dating, you're usually looking for someone with whom you share at least a few things in common right? Is that even necessary though? Let's chat about it.
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It’s season THREEEEE! We have new conversations, new intro music, and Kandice has the flu 🤢 on this episode we’re getting mushy and using the big L word. Tune in here AND we’re kicking off the season on Instagram live Monday Feb 10 at 7:30pm @SaveTheDateShow. we’ll be playing games and just generally cutting up like we always do. see you there!
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Disclaimer somehow the audio mixed incorrectly and there are places where it sounds like we're talking over one another. We apologize! We couldn't fix all the spots but we hope it doesn't completely ruin the episode for you! This decade has been an interesting one to say the least. Listen as Kandice and Imani recap some dating trends, some of the celebrity relationship gossip from the decade and our biggest lessons.
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THE GIRLS ARE FIGHTING OVER COOKIES! How far is TOO far with holiday gifts from coworkers and are we running down on the office flirts? Let's chat.
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Have you ever wanted to talk to someone but felt like they were out of your league? Has someone ever approached you and you thought “I’m way out of your league” ? Let’s talk leagues. Are they real? Should we stick to the rivers and lakes we’re used to or shoot our shot?
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We know how it goes, you graduate high school, you go to college, you meet the love of your life, you get married, and live happily ever after? Right? Is college romance expected? Is it realistic? Is it even necessary? Let's talk about it.
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Hey! Kandice and Imani are back together this month with a new episode on doing favors and borrowing. How do we feel about being asked for favors from a love interest? Should we wait until it's official? How early is too early? How much is too much? Let's chat!
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This episode is brought to you by Studio 17 Creative Podcaster Jam Session. It’s a collaborative episode with Imani, Dally Dal from Open Bar Radio, Diana Oh of The Fox Orlando, and Jay of Ciroc Obama podcast. The topic was “If time stood still for everyone but you, what would you do?” Enjoy!
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Romance and grand gestures seem to go hand in hand. On this episode, Kandice and Imani explore what the deal is with grand gestures good and bad, and hear from a listener who had some technical difficulties with her grand gesture. Tune in and join the conversation!
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It’s human to seek community with people who share similar experiences. But when does that get dangerous? On this episode Kandice and Imani explore trauma bonds, talk what we want in and bring to a relationship and about how DNA can be used to help find a partner in as short as 20 years from now 😳 join the conversation!
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Kandice and Imani have discussed how our families influence our dating styles. Now they’ve learned or siblings play a bigger part than we realize. On this episode we talk siblings, hot girl summer, and an almost ridiculous pick up line 😭
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What is a summer fling?? Why have so many people had them?? What do you do when the feelings start?? Let’s chat.
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The show has covered toxic relationships but this time it’s about how to leave and how to be a good friend when it’s your friend’s turn to go through it. Let’s chat!
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We finally had some men on again for y’all. This episode we talk to our friend Donte and our new friend Nekos of the Views from a Jerk Podcast about what to do when there’s a communication break down. Is it a women/men issue? Or is it simply that we need better tools? Let’s chat!
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How hard is it for you to apologize when you're wrong? Do you think someone you're not in a relationship with just yet is worth an apology or even a second chance when they apologize? Let's talk about it!
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Hey guys! We hope you enjoyed your Memorial Day break from us because we’re back again to ask the difficult questions. Can you successfully be platonic friends with your ex?? Let’s chat. Also, Kandice has big news! And our 2 year anniversary is right around the corner! Don’t forget to leave us some feedback and follow us on Instagram @savethedateshow!
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*** Warning! There is unedited cursing in this episode. We left it in because it's hilarious. If you would like to skip past it, skip the Rescue Me segment. What's in a petname? Do you like to be called Baby? Babe? Bae? Boo? When is it too early for all of that? What's the rule on petnaming other people if you're not exclusive? Imani and Kandice discuss that and more in this episode. Check it out! Don't forget to leave us a rating and a review in the Apple Podcast App! Thank you for listening!
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We continue the conversation from last week with a little insight from our friends Ashley and Justin. What's it really like to have mixed relationship statuses within the friend group? What's so tough about having single friends? What's tough about being the single friend? Is it ok to be jealous of one or the other? Let's chat!
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When your close friends get close to a new love interest, if you're not careful, it has the potential to totally alter the preexisting friendship dynamic. How do you handle losing a friend to their new lover? How do you support your friend while not necessarily supporting their relationship? Lots of questions and we attempt to answer them. There's a bunch of nostalgia in this episode so buckle up!
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On this episode Kandice and Imani explore how the concept of 6 Degrees of Separation is really evident in our dating lives. How many mutuals is too many? Where do you draw the line at the kind of relationship to the person you two have in common?
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Do we really NEED titles on our relationships? Does what's understood really need to be explained. This episode Kandice and Imani explore (or re visit) the issue of placing titles on relationships, what titles are appropriate and important, and discuss a new dating trend that involves one of our favorite social media platforms.
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On this episode Imani and Kandice discuss parental expectations when dating. How much does what your parents think about your significant other matter? What if your parents don't approve of your partner? Is it possible to give parents a healthy level of involvement in your dating life? All being discussed on this episode. Imani's dog Tino was also very fed up that he couldn't be included in the conversation so he decided to let his voice be heard to.
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Valentine's Day is on the way! Kandice shares a variety of pickup lines (All of them inappropriate) Kandice & Imani share some date and gifting tips, a listener shares a near fatal Valentine's Day experience and everyone shares lots and lots of laughs. Imani got a little fancy with the edits this episode so let us know what you think! Follow the show on Instagram @savethedatepodcast for a special Valentine's Day Match Making game! Rules for participation are on the post.
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HEY! Happy 2019! In the first show of the new year, Kandice and Imani explore the difference between chasing/being chased and pursuing/being pursued. Make sure to sound off and let us know your thoughts!
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On this episode, Imani and Kandice share some things they learned in 2018 and things they want to manifest for themselves in 2019. They also share 11 favorite lessons from 2018's episodes. There were a bunch of episodes this year so of course there were many more moments not included in this episode. What 2018 Save the Date Show moments were your favorite?
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Dating takes a lot of time. What do you do when you don't have much of that to spare? How about when your love interest isn't very available? On this episode we explore the busy world of the dating, working, millennial with our friends Rachel Jackson of the RJackson Agency and Dante Jenkins, a professional in the automotive industry.
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Dating comes with a lot of disappointment, in many different forms. If we're not careful, we can let it overshadow our dating experience. On this Episode, Kandice and Imani discuss dating disappointments and how to handle them as they come.
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When one thing ends another begins. But when is an appropriate time to begin something new? Are we on the rebound?
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On this episode, Imani ain't keepin no cheatin secrets and Kandice advises that you just stay in the pickle. This episode is all about pillow talk. Get in on the conversation!
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On this episode Kandice and Imani talk dating someone for their Potential and a little bit of cussin.
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What are you made of? Is it wifey material? Do we even really care? Let's chat!
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On this episode Imani & Kandice explore "taking a break" and the terms of the time apart. They also take a look at a new dating trend called "orbiting." Stalker much?? Check it out!
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Trust is the foundation of all our relationships. How early should we be concerned with building it? Kandice and Imani talk early signs of trust and how to overcome trust issues.
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When it comes to dating what's the why behind choosing someone? Are you trying to build or are you just bored? Do you want passion or do you want stability? Is there a balance or do you wind up compromising? Kandice and Imani talk settling and convenience on this week's episode.
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Imani and Kandice talk what it's like to be bored while dating verses comfortable and how to fix it.
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On this episode, Imani and Kandice explore the ancient ritual known as... flirting. What is it? How do we do it? When is it too much? Let's talk about it!
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We date, then we like, then we love, then what? And when? And How?? Does time or pressure make for a better foundation? Imani, Kandice talk love at first sight and other foundational elements of relationship building with special Guest Stephanie Johnson of Lifetime's series Love at First Sight and CEO of Singles & the City
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We're still celebrating our 1 year anniversary! In part 2 of our anniversary special, we discuss sex, consent, and shame. We're learning how to talk to one another about sex when it's time to go there. Join the convo!
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IT'S OUR BIRTHDAY!!! We're officially 1 year old so let's have some birthday sex! At any point during the dating process the topic is bound to come up. So in a special 2 part episode we talk with a few guests about introducing sex, abstinence, boundaries, consent and much more.
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IT'S OUR BIRTHDAY!!! We're officially 1 year old so let's have some birthday sex! At any point during the dating process the topic is bound to come up. So in a special 2 part episode we talk with a few guests about introducing sex, abstinence, boundaries, consent and much more.
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There's a lot of ways to be single. Imani and Kandice talk about which ones they chose and why.
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So there's this thing apparently called "predating"... Don't worry, Imani and Kandice don't know what it is either. Listen in as they explore a seemingly new concept in the culture of casual dating.
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What's the deal with idolizing moments in other people's lives? Are relationship goals ruining the dating process? Imani and Kandice explore the trouble with making celebs relationship goals and discuss some more realistic alternatives.
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The popular saying goes, "Age ain't nothin but a number." But is a large age gap in your dating pool really telling you something? On this episode we talk age gaps, and that one time when Kandice was almost kind of like a sugar Mamma. Enjoy!
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Kandice and Imani record on location with the homie Nardy as a guest host. So on this episode we're coming to you as a woman. Well... two women. And a man. Y'all get the point.
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What are you willing to sacrifice for a partnership? How soon is too soon to be sacrificing? Imani and Kandice discuss sacrifice and compromise on this week's episode.
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What's your next move after you hear "I'm sorry our first date didn't go well... I was high"? First dates are important but on Episode 18 Kandice and Imani explore the importance of second dates... if we even make it there.
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We all hold on to what we consider acceptable ways to date and try to avoid unacceptable dating practices but who taught us that? How did you learn to date? Kandice and Imani explore the road to dating and learning the ropes on this week's episode.
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How do you preserve privacy in your dating life? What's the difference between privacy and secrecy? How do you slowly reveal your bae to the public? Imani and Kandice talk preserving privacy on this week's episode.
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Of all the places to date, why not just stay in...? On this episode we talk in home dating, how soon is too soon, weird home dating experiences and in-home dating ideas.
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Where is the line between intimacy and just plain oversharing? What do you need to immediately put out in the open and what should you hold off on until further notice? We explore first date and early dating over and undersharing and help out a young lady with an unexpectedly intimate dating encounter on episode 14.
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Holiday season is gift giving time. When is the right time to introduce gift giving into a dating scenario? What kinds of gifts are "good" gifts? How do you tell your boo you don't like the gift? We cover it all on Episode 13.
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Holidays bring food, fun, and lots of family. If you're dating you might be meeting your boo's family for the first time! Imani and Kandice discuss family dynamics with help from stories from listeners and a few guests.
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What is there to learn from dating an ex? Are you willing to give it a try? Or have you been there, done that, got a t shirt and can no longer worry? Kandice and Imani explore the possibilities on this week's episode.
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IT'S THE 10TH EPISODE AND WE'RE IN THE SAME ROOM! In this episode, Kandice and Imani bring in a few friends to talk about rejection as part of the dating process.
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On this episode we discuss the conveniences and inconveniences of online dating, how much of a role a social media profile should play in the process and unrealistic expectations.
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The holidays and a hurricane threw us off schedule but we're BACK! "cuffing season" is on the way, what's your roster looking like? On this episode Kandice and Imani explore navigating casual dating with open options and the element of competition.
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We spend so much time in places like work, church, school etc. Is it wise to date within these groups? Let's talk about it?
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What's it like dating fresh out of a relationship? How soon is too soon? How should we proceed after a toxic relationship? Let's talk about it!
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Dating is already interesting enough. What happens when there are kids involved?
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We explore the line between platonic friends and romantic love interests.
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An introductory date with the dating preservation podcast! Meet Kandice and Imani and let's talk about dating.
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Attraction drives most our interactions with our potential partners. What's attractive and what's not?
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Dating is already difficult enough, but what if your boo lives miles and miles away? This episode we explore long distance dating!
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