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Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast220. The Second Profile Review One ft. ElyseWe’re hearing from both of our Dating Diaries ladies this week!! First, Caeli joins to update Ali & the listeners on Executive Chef, plus a new (gentle)man enters the picture. Then, Elyse has been busy with two first dates in one night last week. Plus the main reason we’re here: reviewing her Hinge profile! Ali goes through her photos and prompts, providing insight along the way on brevity, calls to action, and incorporating more of Elyse’s hobbies. Check out the Patreon for full video if you’d like to see Elyse’s profile for yourself!...2025-05-051h 14Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast219. The Vacation Rules OneAli is fresh off her one-year anniversary trip with Skyline and dishing about her favorite parts (and not so favorite parts) of the trip. She shares the “vacation rules” that she and Skyline have come up with to help them best enjoy their trips and how some of those “rules” have expanded into every day life. Plus, a stressful moment provides an opportunity to reflect on managing low-level conflict and responding vs reacting in relationships. Ali also answers two listeners questions: one about a friend who consistently brings down the vibe at events and one from a listener who’s debating...2025-04-2850 minFinding Mr. Height: The Podcast218. The Introducing Skyline OneAli and Skyline are on their first anniversary vacation and he’s just been introduced on social media…no better time to introduce him to the podcast! This week, you’ll hear an interview that Ali & Erica did on the Patreon back in February.Skyline joined us to answer your questions and introduce himself to the community he’s heard so much about. Our discussion includes: his version of how he met Ali (and what her nickname would have been if he’d given her one), how he was listening along to the pod during ear...2025-04-211h 12Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast217. The First Profile Review One ft. CaeliCaeli from our Dating Diaries segment is back on the podcast this week and we’re diving into her Bumble profile! We walk through her bio, prompts, and photos and discuss where she can make improvements to set herself up for more success. Through Ali’s notes on photo guidelines, best ways to elicit a reply with your prompts, and ways that different people swipe you’ll get some great tips for crafting your own profile! Plus, Caeli fills us in on a first date she went on and the two debate whether she should go on a second. Note...2025-04-141h 11Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast215. The Bored of Dating Apps One ft. Jessica HopeFeeling burned out by dating apps? Jessica Hope, founder of Bored of Dating Apps, has BEEN THERE - and she created an entire company to deal with it! Coming to you from Ali’s living room couch, Jess chronicles the dating frustrations that led her to focus more on dating in person and start her own IRL dating events…a journey that ultimately led to her now partner. Ali and Jess chat flirting strategies, how to approach dating events, and much more in this super fun conversation.But first, Ali is still glowing from her...2025-03-311h 05Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast212. The First Re-Introducing Ali OneTW: Grief and SA (see below for more). It’s my (Ali’s) first official solo episode and we’re starting things off with a re-introduction to my background - both for newer listeners and even our OG crowd as I share deeper insights into my childhood/early adulthood & the things that led me to who I am today. We chat friendship wounds, anxious attachment origins, grief, and much more in part one of this two-part series to kick off my solo podcasting journey. Plus, we get into some early days nicknames from before FMH as you know it existe...2025-03-101h 11Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast211. The Farewell to Erica OneWe’re saying goodbye to Erica as a Finding Mr. Height co-host on this week’s episode of the podcast, and it’s definitely an emotional one! After getting the latest Roommate update, Ali interviews Erica using questions from both you the listeners and ones Ali has herself. Topics include: Erica’s highlights and learnings from her journey on the podcast, her favorite (and least favorite) piece of dating advice, what she hopes for her career moving forward, advice she has for Ali on the pod moving forward, and more. Erica, we will miss you SO much. We love you!...2025-03-031h 07
Dr. Diane's Adventures in LearningEmpowering Science Literacy with Kesler Science COO Ali StoneSend us a textHow do we make science engaging and relevant for students? And why is science literacy more important than ever for how we all live and work? Join Dr. Diane for a thoughtful and fascinating discussion with Ali Stone, the dynamic Chief Operating Officer of Kesler Science. Join us as we explore Ali's inspiring journey from teaching to innovation and learn how creativity and hands-on learning can spark a lifelong passion for science.Chapters with Timestamps:1:02: Why are Science AND Science Literacy So Important?2025-02-2640 minFinding Mr. Height: The Podcast207. The How To Be Dateable One ft. Julie Krafchick and Yue XuThis week we are joined by Julie & Yue, cohosts of the amazing Dateable podcast and authors of the new book, ‘How To Be Dateable!’ Julie & Yue have drawn on their deep dating histories to develop the advice in their book (and their podcast). And it turns out our two duos have something in common: we’re both Dreamer/Maverick cohost teams! Ali, Erica, Julie, & Yue dive into how these archetypes have shaped their dating journeys and give advice on how listeners can make their type work for them (plus what pitfalls to look out for).But...2025-02-031h 20Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast203. The Men’s Dating Coach One ft. Blaine AndersonIf you’ve ever wondered what men are thinking as they’re out there dating, Ali & Erica have got your back: this week, we chat with Blaine Anderson, who exclusively coaches men on their dating journey! Blaine gives insight into what her clients struggle with most, what makes them seek out her coaching, how to make it more likely that a man will approach you IRL, and more. Plus, she gives a plug for giving “nice guys” more of a shot - attraction can grow, y’all!In Updates, the gals are fresh off of New Yea...2025-01-061h 12Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast193. The Nobody Wants This OneDid you binge Nobody Wants This on Netflix as quickly as we did? Ali & Erica are diving into the show that took over our social media feeds (and for good reason) and how it relates to real-life dating. For Ali, the early days of the characters’ relationship hits very close to home and both gals contemplate how they’d react to some of the scenarios if they happened IRL.In Updates, Erica spends time with her Italian family & learns more about dating/relationships in their culture. Ali is fresh off her 6-month anniversary trip with...2024-10-281h 24Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast192. The International Long Distance One ft. Kacie RoseHave you ever dreamed of travelling abroad and meeting the love of your life? Kacie Rose (@kacierose_ on IG) just did that and she’s here to tell us all about dating long distance and cross-culturally. We discuss her best tips for long distance, what worked in managing conflicts between her and her now-fiancé, and how dating an Italian man is different. Note: Ali’s mic wasn’t hooked up properly for Kacie’s interview, we apologize for the less-than-stellar audio.In Updates, Erica & Ali recount their last night in Lisbon and Erica has some surp...2024-10-211h 07Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast173. The Date Brazen One ft. Lily WombleErica & Ali welcome feminist dating coach and debut author Lily Womble to the pod this week! We chat about bringing more joy into your dating life, how to narrow down your search to what Lily calls essences-based preferences, and how to reframe your mindset when you feel like you’re “too much.” Order Lily’s book, Thank You More Please, out June 11th!In Updates, we have a special Patreon teaser that Ali recorded with Talia Koren (@ Dating.intentionally) while Erica was on vacation. You’ll hear some tea that never aired on the main pod a...2024-06-101h 17Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast166. The Female Friendships One ft. Danielle Bayard JacksonAli & Erica are back for another episode about friendship, featuring incredible friendship coach, Danielle Bayard Jackson! Danielle’s upcoming book, Fighting for Our Friendships, is all about the science behind women’s relationships and she brings us SO much knowledge: from deepening your bond with an acquaintance, to the influence our friends have on our romantic relationships, to how we should romance our friends, too.In Updates, Ali sees Montana Boy at an event while Erica attends a speed dating event and expresses her continued frustrating at the state of dating on the apps.Where to f...2024-04-221h 20Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast155. The First Race & Dating OneAli & Erica are starting a long-awaited series, race and dating, and we kick things off as Erica interviews Ali about her experiences as a multiracial woman. Ali relates what it was like growing up in mostly-white spaces, how that impacted her world (and self) view, and ultimately her dating life. We look forward to more episodes in the future digging into various aspects of this vast topic!In Updates, Erica is disappointed (understatement of the year) by a new acquaintance and Ali has quite the energy shift from last week.2024-02-051h 28Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast154. The F The Fairytale One ft. Damona HoffmanAli & Erica welcome an OG of dating advice to the pod this week - Damona Hoffman, author of the new book “F The Fairytale” and host of the Dates & Mates podcast. We get into topics such as Damona’s best tips for dating mindset, how the online dating landscape has changed in her 15 years of coaching, and how race has played a role in her own dating life (and Ali weighs in too!).In Updates, Erica has a date that was set up by a listener - but will the long distance be too much...2024-01-291h 32Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast153. The Fifth Ask A 30-Something Man OneAli & Erica are joined by Zach, a 30-something man whose friends are managing his Hinge profile. We talk about how (and why) this arrangement came to be plus what he’s learned from having someone else set up his dates. And, has it been a success? Listen and find out!But first, Erica and Ali continue to update on outcomes from Dating App Sunday. In particular, Ali has a wild Saturday with 2 first dates plus a singles mixer.Want to be set up with Zach? Email fmhsetups@gmail.com wi...2024-01-221h 25Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast150. The Have Him At Hello OneAli & Erica are reviewing the first dating book Ali ever read (15 years ago!!) this week - Have Him At Hello by Rachel Greenwald. The author interviewed 1,000 men about why they didn’t want second dates and we’re debating how her findings apply to modern dating. Ali & Erica both identify (mostly) with The Boss Lady…how about you?In Updates, Ali & Erica both receive “Merry Christmas” texts from men past and Ali gets the ick on Hinge.Timestamps: Topic talk begins at around minute 36.If you'd l...2024-01-011h 30Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast132. The Hypothetical OneIf you knew you’d meet the person you’re going to marry in 5 years, would you still date? Would you rather win the lottery or find your soulmate? Ali & Erica debate some fun dating hypotheticals this week. Tune in for what Erica would say to a room full of people she’s slept with and why Ali would just break into song.In updates, Erica shoots her shot at the frame store and Ali is back from a whirlwind wedding in Poland.Text analyzer mentioned in the episode: www.te...2023-08-281h 30Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast126. The Wedding Toast OneFor those of you who don’t know us…we’re sharing do’s and don’ts on wedding speeches, from both our own experiences and yours! How long should they be? Are certain topics off limits? And can anything be worse than a 45-minute lecture on the Boy Scout motto??But first, Ali & Erica both have first dates coming up! Ali’s is her first HingeX match and Erica’s is a blast…from Ali’s past.Timestamps: Topic talk begins at around minute 38.If you'd like to...2023-07-171h 11Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast122. The Marrying For Money OneHave you ever thought about marrying for money? Ali & Erica can’t help you with that, but we’re breaking down some financial stats that may surprise you when it comes to getting married vs not. And spoiler alert, there’s way more on the topic where this came from. Let us know what else you want to hear!In Updates, Ali & Erica are back from Greece! The two talk through Ali’s post-vacation communication with The Publicist and what this might mean for the future.Timestamps: Topic talk begins a...2023-06-191h 00Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast89. The Farewell OneAnd…that’s a wrap for Roark! Ali & Roark sit down for the last time to record her final episode. Emotions were high during this interview-style episode where Ali peppered Roark with questions from the listeners. They dig deep into questions like, “If you could go back to Roark at the start of the podcast, what would you say to her”, “What’s your favorite nickname given to a guy,” and “What’s one topic you never got to discuss on the pod?” During updates, Ali gets out of her swiping funk and Roark finally has the Ranger update everyone has been wa...2022-10-311h 01Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast85. The Sixth Hot Topics OneAli & Roark are doling out advice again on another Hot Topics episode. During Updates, Roark sees a friend on Bumble and shares bad news about The Writer; and Ali is scheduling dates now that she is illness free. Then, they answer listener questions about noticing a new dating prospect pulling away, feeling uncomfortable with a date’s alcohol consumption, and deciding whether to continue seeing someone when there is a complicated past. And finally, Roark introduces Ali to a new segment – adjudicating an “Am I The A**hole” post about a woman who fails to wake up her oversleeping boyfrien...2022-10-0353 minFinding Mr. Height: The Podcast82. The Fifth Hot Topics OneAli & Roark record another Hot Topics episode this week – which is perfect because Roark’s entire personality is complaining about the LA heat wave. Don’t worry, she also updates on the Writer. Ali also has some big home-related life updates and has a few Bumble irons in the fire. Instead of Weird or Nah this week, Ali tries to find how many people are weird like her and use the “grimace emoji” like she does. Then, Ali & Roark tackle three Hot Topics: asking your partner to plan more dates, handling a partner’s job opportunity in another country, and whether...2022-09-1258 minFinding Mr. Height: The Podcast80. The Manifestation OneDid you manifest this episode? Or are you more of a skeptic? Either way, Ali & Roark welcome Haley Hoffman Smith to the podcast to talk all about manifesting. Haley is an author, podcaster, and manifestation coach and breaks down the concepts for Ali, Roark, and the listeners. They learn what exactly manifestation means, discuss all kinds of manifestation basics like how to get started, and Roark shocks Ali by pulling out a vision board! In the Updates section, Roark is really living out some highs and lows, and Ali had two first dates last week.2022-08-291h 19Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast78. The Seventh Grab Bag OneIt’s a perfect week for a grab bag because Ali & Roark are a little all over the place this week. During Updates, Ali debriefs on the Disco Ball and Roark has a bad date (and the texts to prove it). Then they answer a variety of questions such as double-messaging on dating apps, dating someone who still co-habitates with their ex, how to respond when your new partner “drops a bomb,” and dealing with a bad first kiss.Timestamps: Weird or Nah and Grab Bag questions being at around 16:25If y...2022-08-151h 01Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast77. The First Career OneAli & Roark take a detour this week away from dating and into careers. They share their very different career paths and start answering some listener questions about finding mentors, asking for a raise, and developing work/life balance. As always, there is way too much to get to so they’ll definitely be doing more career-focused content. Keep the questions coming! In the Updates section, Roark is in love (hyperbolically, of course) and Ali recounts an adventurous date with the Disco Ball.Timestamps: Topic Talk begins at around 38:45If yo...2022-08-081h 28Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast76. The Second Ask a 30-Something Man OneIt’s a Finding Mr. Height first – someone we have dated is on the pod! Ali & Roark welcome the next “30-something man,” who happens to be Mr. Nobody. He answers questions about being friends with exes, date prep, feeling ready for exclusivity, and picking someone up IRL. First, during updates, Roark tells a story about a man from the past who slid into the DMs recently, and Ali shares a story about how the Disco Ball showed up for her.Timestamps: Mr. Nobody joins the pod for a MythBusters and Topic Talk begins at around 3...2022-08-011h 35Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast75. The Second Bad Date OneAli & Roark return to the topic of bad dates this week. They analyze what a “bad date” even is and how to determine if you're on one, and how to navigate asking for a date to be over, or how to get out a second date you don’t want to go on. In the Updates section, Roark discusses going on Facetime dates versus IRL dates, and Ali discusses her communication cadence with The Disco Ball.Timestamps: Weird or Nah and Topic Talk begins at around 29:40If you'd like to hea...2022-07-251h 05Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast74. The Matchmaker Maria One ft. Maria AvgitidisIt’s a super-sized episode this week because Ali & Roark have way too much to talk about with Matchmaker Maria! Maria Avgitidis is the CEO of Agape Match and the host of the “Ask a Matchmaker” podcast. She tells them all about “Maria Math,” the 12-Date “Rule,” and how to embrace a Hoe Phase. All throughout she drops wisdom bombs (and shares some industry gossip along the way!). During their Updates, Roark talks about figuring out vacation plans as a single gal, and RIP Greg. Ali reunited with newly minted NYC resident – the Disco Ball!Timestamps: Mar...2022-07-181h 52Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast73. The First Bad Date OneTime to talk about bad dates! We have all had them, and this week, Ali & Roark share their absolute worst date stories (Ali’s is a real doozie). They use their stories to discuss listeners' biggest questions: how do you handle a catfish-lite (someone who hasn’t totally lied, but is using very old pictures); how do you end a date early; and how do you get out of a potentially bad or scary situation? During their Updates, Roark is trying to figure out Greg’s bizarre texting behavior, and Ali eagerly awaits Disco Ball’s move to NY.2022-07-111h 10Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast72. The Fourth Hot Topics OneHot Topics are back as Ali & Roark go in depth with three listener questions. During the Updates section, Ali catches listeners up on the Disco Ball and shares a bit of a phone throwing moment; and Roark talks through dealing with a bad texter. Hot Topics include: a guy who calls his ex his “girlfriend” when he tells stories that involve her; whether a listener is being too hard on her cute neighbor’s social media presence; and if a listener is wasting her time with a guy who is on dating apps “to meet new people and see what hap...2022-07-041h 00Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast71. The Dating After Cancer One ft. Melissa BerryAli & Roark are joined by the Cancer Fashionista Melissa Berry to start the conversation about two big topics – dating after cancer and dating after 40. They talk about handling life’s major curveballs and busting expectations and societal pressures. Before Melissa joins the show, Roark and Ali give their yin and yang updates – Roark has several first dates and Ali narrows the field. Timestamps: Topic Talk begins at around 32:00Where to find Melissa: her website www.cancerfashionista.com, her Instagram @cancerfashionista, and listen to her podcast Dear Cancer, I'm Beautiful2022-06-271h 19Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast70. The Third Conflict OneThe conflict series comes to a close (for now) as Ali & Roark discuss conflict resolution. They discuss defensiveness, saying “sorry,” when to compromise, and using relationship check-ins to keep lines of communication open. During the Updates portion, Roark gets vulnerable when discussing body image, and shares about a new matchmaker date; and Ali gives updates on all three of her irons in the fire! They also read a Phone-Throwing Moment from the audience and have a debate over a very silly Weird or Nah.Timestamps: Weird or Nah and Topic Talk begins at around 28:002022-06-201h 10Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast69. The Friendship One ft. Jillian RichardsonAli & Roark are joined by Jillian Richardson to talk about a different type of relationship – friendships! They discuss navigating conflict with friends, how to make new friends, friend “break ups,” and overall celebrate the complexity of female friendships! During Updates, Roark and Ali both have matchmaker dates to recap!Timestamps: Jillian joins the show for a Myth Buster and Topic Talk at around 25:40Where to find Jillian: at her website www.thatjillian.com and on Instagram @thatjillianIf you'd like to hear our personal update...2022-06-131h 25Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast68. The Second Conflict OneThe conflict series has turned into a trilogy – because of course it has. On this episode, Ali & Roark answer questions listeners sent in after the First Conflict One, including: how to make conflict healthier, how to confront “unsolvable” problems, and how to deal with recurring arguments on the same topic. During the Updates portion, Both Ali & Roark read the descriptions of their matchmaker dates and analyze the bios!Timestamps: Weird or Nah and Topic Talk begins at around 35:00If you'd like to hear our personal updates before everyone else as wel...2022-06-061h 10Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast67. The Matchmaking One ft. Chi LoveAli & Roark welcome Chi Love to the pod this week! Chi runs her own matchmaking business and is here to answer all our listeners’ questions about how she prioritizes people’s traits and identifies compatible matches, what it means to have “success” as a matchmaker, and how to be your own matchmaker! During the Updates section, Roark talks about an experience that reminds her of SNL’s Stefan sketches, and Ali continues to navigate early dating while being short-term long distance.Timestamps: Chi joins the podcast for Weird or Nah and Topic Talk at around 30...2022-05-301h 09Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast66. The First Conflict OneAli & Roark discuss conflict this week. First, they discuss when they think it’s worth bringing up a topic that could cause conflict. Then, they focus on how to handle hard conversations like when you feel like you might shut down, what happens if you cry through it, and do you re-open the conversation if you think of something else to say later. They couldn’t cover it all, so more conflict-related topics will be on later episodes. Mention “conflict” in your questions on www.findingmrheight.com/podcast so we can answer them all! In the updates section, Roark recaps h...2022-05-231h 15Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast65. The First Ask a 30-Something Man OneAli & Roark start a new series this week with their first recurring guest – Roark’s friend Matt! Ask a 30-Something Man will feature different guys in our lives answering your questions. Matt tackles a variety of different questions like what makes a profile “swipe-able,” whether men tend to be intimidated by smart women, and if men want women to offer to pick up the check. During Updates, Ali recounts her visit to DC and Roark talks about Lots of Dogs. Timestamps: Topic Talk begins at around 28:05If you'd like to hear o...2022-05-161h 22Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast64. The FMH Glossary OneAli & Roark have a bit of a reset episode this week. Rather than cover a specific topic, they walk listeners down a dating life memory lane – covering all the major exes that are worthy of a nickname. They hope this will be a good reference episode in case you’ve missed any relationship origin stories. During the Updates section, Roark describes a meh first date, whereas Ali has an excellent one!Timestamps: Topic Talk begins at around 28:15If you'd like to hear our personal updates before everyone else as well as other exclusive content, join The...2022-05-091h 21Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast63. The Dating with Herpes One ft. Erica SperaThis week, Ali & Roark have the pleasure of welcoming comedian and podcaster Erica Spera on the podcast. Erica brings her vulnerability and humor to the pod to share her experience dating with herpes, bust herpes myths, and answer listener questions like when and how to disclose with a new partner. Also, Ali has updates galore this week after a weekend in DC and a new (well sorta) guy on the scene.Timestamps: Erica joins the show for Weird or Nah and Topic Talk begins at around 27:35Where to find Erica: her website www.ericaspera.com...2022-05-021h 21
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast62. The Third Hot Topics OneThis week, Ali & Roark cover listener questions in a Hot Topics episode. They start with a question about friends who choose to stay friends with your ex. Then, they tackle a question about disclosing *your own* red flags. And they conclude with a Dating Mythbusters question – do men just decide they’re ready one day? During the Updates portion, Roark accidentally hard launches Lots of Dogs, and Ali has a fabulous date with the Disco Ball!Timestamps: Topic Talk begins at around 22:00If you'd like to hear our personal upda...2022-04-251h 00
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast61. The Closure One ft. Abby MedcalfShe blinded us with science! Ali & Roark are joined by Dr. Abby Medcalf – a psychologist who tells them all about how the brain affects our relationships. The focus of the conversation is closure – what is it, why do we want it, and how can we get – but Abby goes much further and they probably could have talked for hours because she is so darn lovely and interesting. During Updates, Roark recounts an epic Phone Throwing Moment in her friend-group group chat, and Ali goes on a first date and gives a Disco Ball status report.Time...2022-04-181h 36
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast60. The Astrological One ft. Aliza KellyThe stars align this week as Ali & Roark get to talk to astrologer Aliza Kelly. Aliza has a really interesting and nuanced approach to astrology that has even consummate cynic Roark intrigued. They discuss topics like what does it really mean to have a particular sign? Is your sun sign the be all end all? And should we *really* not date THAT sign (you know which one we mean)? Before Aliza joins the pod, Ali & Roark give some quick updates on the Disco Ball and Lots of Dogs. Timestamps: Weird or Nah and Topic Talk begins at around 15:20 Where...2022-04-111h 08
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast59. The First Long Distance OneIt’s just Ali & Roark this week as they start a conversation about how to long-distance date. With Ali back from Colombia, the two have a lot to catch up on and they spend more time on updates than usual. Both Ali & Roark had great first dates that they eagerly report. Then, they transition to Topic Talk with a Weird or Nah about starting a relationship while long distance, and Ali tells her story of accidentally ending up in an LDR. They take a few listener questions about how to *date* long distance (how to be in a relationship lo...2022-04-041h 11
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast58. The Dating After Divorce One ft. Desiree SimoneAli & Roark are joined by Desiree Simone this week to talk about dating after divorce and dating a partner who has kids. As is par for the course, they bite off more than they can chew, and the three mainly discuss dating after divorce. First, Desiree shares her own story. Then, she offers perspective on sharing your divorce story with a new partner, and, if you’re dating someone who is divorced, how to discuss it with them without being invasive. For the first time in a while Ali and Roark both have first dates lined up this week. Ro...2022-03-281h 13
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast57. The Sixth Grab Bag OneIt has been a minute since Ali & Roark did a Grab Bag episode and they are excited to bring it back! In this round of Grab Bag questions, they tackle dating as an introvert, breaking up with someone you live with, whether an age gap is too much to overcome in dating and many more! But first, it’s the updates - Roark gets Googled before a first date and Ali gets blocked!Timestamps: Weird or Nah and Topic Talk at around 26:30If you'd like to hear our personal up...2022-03-211h 02
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast56. The Lovebombing One ft. Meghan WainwrightThis week, Ali & Roark have Meghan Wainwright on the podcast to share her experience being lovebombed. She talks about what it felt like to experience a “whirlwind” romance and the moments that gave her pause and the red flags she should have seen more clearly. And the three discuss how Meghan approaches dating differently now and how to call out a lovebomber. During updates, Roark is looking at her flaws and Ali heard from … the ROWER.Timestamps: Meghan joins the show for Weird or Nah and Topic Talk at around 24:10.Wher...2022-03-141h 17
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast55. The Chronic Illness One ft. Gigi RobinsonThis week, Ali & Roark welcome Gigi Robinson to the pod. Gigi uses social media to talk about mental health, body image, chronic illness – and the intersection of them. The three discuss how to tell others about a chronic illness, how to hype yourself up when your body image isn’t at its best, and how to know you’re “enough.” During Ali & Roark’s updates, Ali tells Roark something that literally makes Roark’s jaw drop. And Roark recaps the end of her Dallas stay. Timestamps: Gigi joins the show for Weird of Nah and Topic Talk at around 24:20 Where to find...2022-03-071h 20
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast54. The Gaslighting OneThe Topic Talk is a little more serious this week as Ali & Roark discuss gaslighting. They analyze how the term has become vastly overused in a way that can sometimes undermine how genuinely serious real gaslighting is. Given this, they largely focus on unintentional gaslighting or gaslighting “moments” – how to spot them and how to call them out. Before Topic Talk, Roark discusses how Dallas dating has reminded her of her standards, and Ali has a new matchmaker date on the horizon.They also want to say that if you or a friend you are ex...2022-02-281h 03
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast53. The Timeline One ft. Laura BehnkeIt’s official – Ali & Roark celebrate one year of podcasting! And funnily enough, their guest this week joins the podcast to talk all about time. Well, timelines, really. Laura Behnke didn’t have a relationship until she was 35, and she comes on the pod to say “who cares” to following anyone’s timeline but your own. The three discuss embracing your life without a partner, being fully yourself on dates, and much more! Before that, Ali shares a recent first date and a couple phone-throwing moments, and Roark is having fun with a new dating mindset.Timesta...2022-02-211h 16
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast52. The First Love Language OneAli & Roark dive into the five love languages this week! Although this isn’t a series, this is a big topic and they will definitely revisit it, so please send in your questions if you have any. They walk through the five different love languages, then discuss the utility of the framework, its shortcomings, and their own experiences sharing their love languages and receiving their partners’. During their updates, Ali gives the full story of the end of the Rower, and Roark talks about dating in Dallas.Timestamp: Weird or Nah and Topic Talk bein...2022-02-141h 21
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast51. The Widowed Mom One ft. Krista St. GermainThe subject matter of this weeks episode is a bit heavier than usual, but it’s a truly moving conversation between Ali and guest Krista St. Germain, host of The Widowed Mom podcast and founder of Coaching with Krista. They talk about losing a partner, moving forward and dating again, and how to integrate grief. Unfortunately, Roark couldn’t join Ali and Krista, but both Ali & Roark share their updates at the beginning of the episode. Roark gets Ali’s help strategizing her double-date profile for Dallas, and Ali gives some Rower updates as well as tells Roark about a bliz...2022-02-071h 24
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast50. The Therapy Jeff One ft. Jeff GuentherThis week, Ali & Roark have WAY too much fun with Jeff Guenther (aka Therapy Jeff). So much fun that a fair amount was deemed NSFP (not safe for pod), but Jeff *may* be coming to a Patreon near you sometime soon. You may recognize Jeff from your TikTok FYP. He is incredible at doling out bite-sized relationship advice you absolutely need to hear, and Ali & Roark think you’ll love this episode. They debate what questions to ask new partners and what might be a little too hard-hitting. Before Jeff joins them, Roark talks about shooting her shot with a...2022-01-311h 39
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast49. The Second Hot Topics OneThis week, Ali & Roark cover listener questions in a Hot Topics episode. They start with a question about dating burn out from solid first dates that don't turn into seconds dates. Then, they read a dating-app screenshot where the listener is curious about how she should react to a match’s sexual opening message. And they conclude with a discussion of a listener’s situationship. But before all that, Roark reveals how the first date she was excited for went, and Ali checks in emotionally about where she’s at with The Rower.Timestamps: Weird...2022-01-241h 02
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast48. The Third Breakup One ft. Amy ChanIt’s the final episode of the breakup trilogy and Ali & Roark have the perfect guest – Amy Chan, founder of Renew Breakup Bootcamp. Amy used her own breakup as a catalyst to change her life and she shares with Finding Mr. Height listeners how to come out of a breakup stronger than before, and how to avoid getting stuck in negative loops so that we can move onward and upward. Before Amy joins the pod, Roark talks about her series of first dates and Ali had a tarot reading which provided some food for thought on The Rower. Timestamps: Amy...2022-01-171h 14
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast47. The Second Breakup OneIt’s part two of Ali & Roark’s breakup series. This time they’re discussing what it’s like to be the one initiating the breakup. They start by discussing the difficulty of knowing whether your relationship problems are “normal” or “breakup worthy.” And then analyze how to end things with someone as kindly as possible – is there an ideal time, location, or mode of communication? But first, Ali gets vulnerable and shares her story of New Year’s Eve with The Rower, and Roark has her first first date back on the scene.Timestamps: Weird or...2022-01-101h 14
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast46. The First Breakup One ft. Dara PollakAli & Roark’s three-part breakup series begins with special guest Dara Pollak – author of a viral post about a blindside breakup. Dara is a wonderful and vulnerable storyteller, and she shares her emotional journey from relationship to breakup to moving forward afterwards. It is a very relatable story and they know the listeners will hear themselves in parts of Dara’s experiences. Before Dara joins the show, Ali discusses New Years Eve plans with the Rower, and Roark is back on the apps! Timestamps: Dara joins the show for Weird or Nah and Topic Talk at around 26:45 Where to find D...2022-01-031h 58
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast45. The Second Anxious OneAli & Roark start off this week’s episode with some huge personal updates – buckle up! Then, they continue their discussion of anxiety in dating from early dates to during a relationship. They cover a huge range of topics including how to share your needs, how to self-soothe, when to bring your partner into your anxiety and ask them for help, and how to manage anxious feelings about being on the same page. Ali and Roark share personal anecdotes of experiences that have made them anxious – accidentally giving each other new things to worry about – and how they reframe their thoughts...2021-12-271h 16
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast44. The First Anxious OneAli & Roark start to tackle a big topic this week: feeling anxious. Dating can (and does) frequently cause anxious thoughts and feelings, so Ali & Roark start the multi-episode series by discussing some tried-and-true anxiety management strategies they use. Then, they discuss the situations leading up to a first date that make listeners anxious ranging from wondering if their date will find them attractive to stressing about finding a parking spot. First, Ali is on vacation again (can you believe it!), and Roark seeks her advice on making birthday plans with the Classmate. As a note, Roark’s audio is no...2021-12-201h 07
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast43. The Stylish One ft. Alyssa DineenAli & Roark welcome Alyssa Dineen, stylist and author of the book The Art of Online Dating, onto the podcast this week to discuss discovering your personal style, being confident in your clothes, and what to never wear on a first date. It’s a super fun conversation and don’t blame us if it results in either a closet clean out or a trip to your favorite store! But first, Ali reveals that phone-throwing moments are back in earnest including a Bumble match who is familiar with Ali’s alter ego… Timestamps: Alyssa joins the podcast for Weird or Nah and...2021-12-131h 27
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast42. The First Hot Topics OneAli & Roark introduce a new episode format this week – Hot Topics. Rather than focusing on only one topic or covering a whole bunch like a Grab Bag, Hot Topics episodes will thoroughly answer your questions from the Finding Mr. Height Google form. For their first Hot Topics episode, Ali & Roark read a listener’s screenshot and discuss whether she should go out with the guy she’s texting, they answer a question about a guy whose friends secretly spied on their date, and finally they address whether one listener is in a situationship with a guy who is “really busy wit...2021-12-061h 02
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast41. The Couples Therapy One ft. Charisse CookeThis episode is filled with lightbulb moments as Ali & Roark are joined by relationship therapist Charisse Cooke. And they promise they don’t *totally* derail the Q&A with Charisse by making it a personal therapy sesh. Charisse covers a ton of ground and answers listener questions such as how to handle having doubts about your partner, how to get what you need from a relationship, and how to set boundaries in a gentle way. In the updates section, Roark shares her feelings about not being able to see the Classmate for a bit, and Ali is in much be...2021-11-291h 10
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast40. The Family OneWith Thanksgiving right around the corner, Ali & Roark are here this week to discuss a very timely topic: meeting the family. When’s the “right time” to meet someone’s family? Should you bring a gift? What if your relationship to your family isn’t exactly stellar? They answer these questions along with many more and share horror and success stories of their own. In the updates section, Ali gets vulnerable and lets the listeners in on some of her anxious feelings, and Roark recaps her New York visit. Also, this episode has a particularly fun feel as most of it was...2021-11-221h 21
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast39. The Multiple OneHow can you navigate dating multiple people before becoming exclusive with someone? Ali & Roark talk through the logistics and emotions of that early-dating phase. Topics include, how to tell someone you’re still open to dating others (and whether you have to), running into someone you’re dating while on another date, and how to manage your attachment. Before that, Ali reveals she is invested in a new guy, and Roark has been sick.Timestamps: Weird or Nah and Topic Talk begins at around 22:20If you'd like to hear our...2021-11-151h 11
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast38. The Fifth Grab Bag One ft. Shaun GalanosIt’s another Grab Bag episode as Ali & Roark are joined by Shaun Galanos aka @thelovedrive to answer all sorts of questions about direct communication and vulnerability. This is the longest episode yet because the three have way too much fun laughing, commiserating, and agreeing with each other. Questions answered include: how to say “I love you” first, how to slowly bring down your walls, and how to set your standard and live with the person’s reaction even if it’s not what you wanted, and lots more! In this week's updates, Ali has a big reveal about the Threep...2021-11-081h 26
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast37. The Second Attachment One ft. Kirstie TaylorAli & Roark are joined by special guest Kirstie Taylor this week to dive more deeply into attachment theory and answer listener questions. Kirstie, a dating and relationship writer who authored the book What I Wish I Knew About Love, drops about 83 insightful bombs this episode as the three women discuss their own attachment journey, and answer questions about anxious-avoidant couples, how to move towards being more secure, and many more! In the updates portion, Roark is dealing with the Classmate’s social double-booking, and in a weird or nah and update crossover, Ali reveals a conundrum she’s had with...2021-11-011h 22
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast36. The First Attachment OneAfter being asked many times to discuss this topic, Ali & Roark are finally talking about attachment styles. This is the first of two dedicated episodes on the topic. This week, they define each attachment style, discuss where their styles came from, and share a few anecdotes about navigating dating through an attachment-style lens. Also, they take an attachment quiz and analyze their results – you can take it too at: https://dianepooleheller.com/attachment-test/. In the updates portion of the podcast, Ali talks about how she’s feeling after another fun date with Threepeat, and Roark drops the L-Bomb!2021-10-251h 08
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast35. The Aligned OneHow much in common do you have to have with the person you’re dating? Do opposites attract, or do birds of a feather flock together? Ali & Roark discuss a HuffPost article “8 Things You *Don’t* Need To Have In Common With Your Future Spouse” and answer a few listener questions as they parse through what important commonalities are, and which ones matter less. As always, they share their personal updates first. Ali had a very promising fist date, which included a controversial gift (at least Roark thinks so), and Roark’s mom meets the Classmate! Timestamps: Weird or Nah and To...2021-10-181h 06
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast34. The Defining OneWe hope you’re ready to go steady with this podcast, but whether you are or aren’t, Ali & Roark are here to talk all about defining the relationship (the DTR talk). After being asked this question a whole bunch, they finally break down the concept of what it means to be “exclusive.” Also, they discuss how to initiate a DTR and how to handle it if it doesn’t go your way. In the personal updates arena, Ali talks about her France trip and introduces a man from her past who recently made a reappearance, and Roark and the Classm...2021-10-111h 07
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast33. The Second Social OneIt’s the social media sequel! This time around, Ali & Roark talk about how to navigate social media pitfalls while in a relationship and after a break-up. For example, how to handle a partner who refuses to post photos of you. When (if ever) to delete photos of your now ex. And whether you should block your ex. Before addressing these questions, and many more, Ali talks about BEING IN FRANCE (yes, we all are very jealous) and Roark talks about balancing her new job with her relationship.Timestamps: Weird or Nah and Topic Ta...2021-10-041h 03
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast32. The Social OneThis week, Ali & Roark tackle how social media affects early dating. Is it weird if someone doesn’t have social media? How do you handle someone asking for your social media handle before you’ve gone on even one date? And once you’re ready, do you need to discuss posting your new partner on the grid? First, Ali gives an update on the Aussie and shares about the latest potential matchmaker date while Roark complains about how tired she is.Timestamps: Weird or Nah and Topic Talk begin at around 23:00I...2021-09-271h 07
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast31. The Fourth Grab Bag OneIt’s another Grab Bag week where Ali & Roark take your questions submitted to @findingmrheight on Instagram. This round, topics include: how to move forward after a break up, dating in a new city, and setting boundaries in a new relationship. Before they answer questions, Roark discusses communicating her needs within her relationship and Ali fends off TikTok trolls regarding a text interaction with The Aussie.Timestamps: Weird or Nah and Topic Talk begin at around 27:30If you'd like to hear our personal updates before everyone else as well as...2021-09-201h 04
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast30. The Swiping OneIt is another jam-packed episode this week where Ali & Roark dissect how to build the most right-swipeable (yes, that is a word now) dating app profile. They go over Ali's philosophy for which photos to use and debate the merits of various prompts on Hinge and Bumble. Listen to this episode with your profile open and see if you can upgrade yours! But first, Ali reveals a big decision regarding a current dating prospect and Roark discusses how she did in fact have to deal with Trivia. Timestamps: Weird or Nah and Topic Talk begin at around 22:45. Want to l...2021-09-131h 01
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast29. The Dating & New York One ft. Jonah FeingoldThis week, Ali & Roark are thrilled to welcome Jonah Feingold (@jonahfeingold) back on the pod! They had the pleasure of watching Dating & New York – Jonah’s debut movie as writer and director – and then getting to chat with him about it. Jonah shares about his creative process, tells an incredible casting story, and discusses rom-com tropes. Before bringing Jonah on, Roark has a big personal update to share with the listeners and Ali continues on her matchmaker dates. Additionally, they weigh in on a couple listener questions: how to find dates who won’t react poorly to personal success; and when...2021-09-061h 14
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast28. The Opening OneHey Listener, big question for you… Did you know this is Ali & Roark’s tried-and-true Bumble conversation opener? Filled with practical advice, this episode is all about how to get messages going and grab someone’s interest on the apps. As usual, Ali & Roark both share their personal updates – including Ali’s first matchmaker date. Also, they both open the archives to share some OG phone-throwing moments. Topic Talk begins at approximately 22:25 Don’t forget to join The Search Party at our Patreon for exclusive, additional podcast content: www.patreon.com/findingmrheight. And if you want to send in a "weird or...2021-08-3054 min
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast27. The Searching One ft. Jenna LangbaumAli & Roark have a big one for you this week! First and foremost, they have launched a Patreon (cue the confetti)! If you want to become a Patron and have access to exclusive, additional podcast content as well as a private Discord channel head to this link: www.patreon.com/findingmrheight. Thank you in advance for your support!! In this week's episode, not only do Ali & Roark have some exciting personal updates (which even required an emergency recording session to update the updates!), but they also welcome on the amazing Jenna Langbaum, author of Me in Search of You...2021-08-231h 16
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast26. The Negging OneAli & Roark think you’ll enjoy this podcast only if you’re smart, cool, and can hold a conversation. Did that statement make alarm bells go off? It should, because it’s an example of negging! (And to be clear, we would never say that for real, we love you all!) This week’s topic is negging: the back-handed compliment aka an insult that unfortunately permeates dating. But first, Ali & Roark start the episode with their updates – including an epic phone-throwing moment on Roark’s part. Next, they recap the insanity of FBoy Island episodes 4 through 6. Finally, they talk about all th...2021-08-161h 08
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast25. The Confusing OneHave you ever asked yourself: do they like me? If so, it may because you’re receiving mixed signals. Ali & Roark are here to discuss what it feels like when someone you’re dating is running hot and cold. They answer listener questions about the confusion of having a strong in-person connection but lukewarm texting; and what it’s like to date someone who behaves like you’re in a relationship but tells you they don’t want one. But first, Ali & Roark give their own personal updates as well as start a new segment where they discuss the HBO Max sh...2021-08-091h 16
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast24. The Group Chat One ft. Ilana DunnThis week, Ali welcomes on Ilana Dunn of Seeing Other People (@seeingotherpeople) to co-host while Roark takes the bar. Ali has about a million personal updates this week ranging from ghosts to phone throwing moments. Then, Ali & Ilana get into how friendships impact dating relationships. For example: how to handle friends who don’t like your new person, and how to handle it when you don’t like your friend’s new person.Topic Talk begins at approximately 25:00If you want to send in a "weird or nah" suggestion, share...2021-08-021h 07
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast23. The Third Grab Bag OneAli & Roark are back to answer as many of your questions as possible in another Grab Bag Episode! But first, both share personal updates and discover Roark has a lot in common with Ali's exes. They read a *chef's kiss* listener submitted Phone Throwing Moment, and this week's Weird or Nah triggers what will inevitably be a podcast mainstay: Ali's Anger. Then, in this lightning round they tackle: using a childhood photo on your dating profile, meeting the parents, when lack of exclusivity may signal they aren't interested, and if we ever feel too comfortable being single. Grab Bag Q...2021-07-2658 min
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast22. The Exploding OneHave you ever been lovebombed? Would you like us to describe it to you? Well, Ali & Roark are here to do just that. Before Topic Talk, both Ali & Roark have dating updates to share this week! Then, they define lovebombing and talk about how tricky it can be to separate it from genuine affection and interest. Both share their own experiences being lovebombed and address how to set effective boundaries when you notice lovebombing behaviors.Topic Talk begins at approximately 23:30If you want to send in a "weird or...2021-07-1952 min
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast21. The Undefined OneI think we got a situation, here! Well, a situationship that is. Ali & Roark delve into the messy topic of relationships that aren’t quite relationships, but they’re also totally relationships. We said it was messy! As usual, Ali & Roark share their personal updates including Ali’s fun first date and Roark’s CRIME story. Then, they tell stories of their own experiences with situationships and answer listener questions about them like how you can avoid getting into one, and how to voice your needs when you want more.Topic Talk begins at approxim...2021-07-121h 05
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast19. The Queer One ft. Queer Dating Coach Ariella SerurAli & Roark have wanted to do an episode focused on LGBTQIA+ dating for a while now, and Pride Month felt like the perfect time! As always, they start with their updates. Ali is *accidentally* perpetrating CRIME and has an all-time phone throwing moment and Roark ran into an ex at a coffee shop. Then, they have two amazing guest segments. First, Ariella Serur, @queerdatingcoach on Instagram, comes on the pod to have both an insightful and fun conversation. Ariella tells Ali & Roark all about her work as (you guessed it) a queer dating coach. They discuss how queer daters...2021-06-281h 32
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast18. The Grieving OneAli & Roark have an emotional discussion this week as they tackle grief in dating. As always, they start the episode with their own dating updates and delve into a canine-related “weird or nah.” The conversation about grief begins at around 25:30, and given that this can be a difficult topic, they both understand if this is an episode you’d prefer to skip. During “Topic Talk,” Ali opens up about her own personal journey since her dad’s death in 2018. She shares what it is like to talk to a new partner about it and how she’s come to understand new...2021-06-211h 10
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast16. The Not Dying Alone One ft. Logan UryAli & Roark could not be more excited to have Logan Ury on the podcast this week. Logan is a behavioral scientist, dating coach, and author of How to Not Die Alone. Basically, Logan gives Ali & Roark a coaching session as they talk through the three common dating tendencies that may be holding people back, how to keep your standards high while optimizing your search for the traits that really matter, and how to say "f*ck the spark" and find a life partner rather than a prom date. Before they talk to Logan, Ali & Roark catch up to discuss...2021-06-071h 18
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast15. The Second Grab Bag OneAli & Roark are together this week for a second grab bag episode. You read that right - Ali & Roark are literally together! They had a blast recording this one in-person in New York. Both girls went on first dates this week (some more promising than others), and Ali received an apology text from an ex from five years ago. After sharing their updates, they take a bunch of listener questions.On this episode Ali mentions her friend Brandon - the professional photographer who took our pictures. Follow him on Instagram @blhstudioIf you want to...2021-05-311h 07
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast14. The Before The First OneAli & Roark are back this week for part one of two episodes on a very important topic: the first date. In this episode, they discuss everything leading up to the date (part two will be about the date itself). They start off with updates - Ali had her first first date in a hot minute, and Roark had a non-dating related phone throwing moment. Then, they walk the listeners through how to get from in-app messaging onto a date, planning the date, and answer the question - is it ever too late to cancel? Ali & Roark also chat about...2021-05-2444 min
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast12. The Motherly One ft. Our MomsIt is a Mother's Day extravaganza as Ali & Roark welcome their moms to the podcast! As always, Ali & Roark start the episode with their own updates. Roark has been chatting with "Hinge Standout Guy" and Ali has been having egg-freezing related phone throwing moments. Next, they bring on Trude & Christine! Ali's mom Trude and Roark's mom Christine share their dating stories, offer advice to their younger selves, and muse about the men they hope Ali & Roark will end up with. The four share many laughs and even get a little teary. Knowing that Mother's Day can be hard for...2021-05-1051 min
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast11. The Alarming OneThis week, Ali & Roark are seeing red! Flags, that is. They start by defining a red flag: how is it different from a dealbreaker, and is a yellow flag even a thing? Then they go through how to spot common red flags in dating app profiles, in early messaging or texting, and once you've started dating. In the process, Roark reads Ali two listener emails. One wants to know how to recognize a red flag for what it is rather than thinking the issue will work itself out, whereas the other describes herself as hyper vigilant about red flags...2021-05-0356 min
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast10. The Friendly One ft. Matt and DarcyAli & Roark welcome their first guests to the podcast: their best guy friends Matt & Darcy! But first, Ali & Roark update listeners on their latest dating prospects and Roark discusses a potential hack to get around Hinge's "Roses" paywall. Then, they bring on Matt & Darcy! Ever wondered what it is like to have a close friend of your preferred dating gender? The four cover everything from how to tell a new partner about the friendship, how to navigate awkwardness, to whether or not to give feedback when you think a friend's new partner may not be for them....2021-04-2654 min
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast8. The Inviting OneAs great philosophers once said, "If you wanna be my lover, you gotta get with my friends." The Spice Girls were right! Which is why Ali & Roark are talking all things surrounding meeting the friends. Whether you've decided to make the introduction or you've been asked to meet your new person's friends, Ali & Roark are here for you through the entire process. What does it mean to you to meet someone's friends? How do you make the invitation? And what happens after - like if no one gets along? They read some listener questions and share their own experiences...2021-04-1245 min
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast7. The Boomerang OneShould you get back together with your ex? The bad news: Ali & Roark don’t know. The good news: what they DO know are some questions you can ask yourself when deciding if this is right for you. Using stories of their own and those of friends they discuss how there is no hard-and-fast rule, but there are healthy and unhealthy ways to make the decision. Have a question for Ali & Roark? Want to send in a screenshot for them to decode? General feedback? Find it all at www.findingmrheight.com/podcastOur Sponsors:* Check out...2021-04-0546 min
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast6. The Corresponding OneEver feel like you're having a great back and forth with a match over text, but it just never seems to end with a date? Sounds like you're in a pen pal situation, and both Ali and Roark have been there, too! They read listener questions and discuss how to nudge a match into making a date without being "pushy." Also, they open up their own text archives and read through their experiences with pen pals. Want to find and use the pen pal text scripts in this episode? Have a question for Ali & Roark? Want to send in a...2021-03-2942 min
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast5. The Needy One"If he wanted to, he would" - sound familiar? Spoiler alert: Ali & Roark do not approve this message. They debunk this dating myth and rewrite the common phrase to put the focus on communication and understanding your own needs. But first, Ali confesses she had yet another phone-throwing moment (reset the incident clock!) this week. And the girls analyze a perfect example of "if he wanted to, he would" in the Bravo show Summer House. Want to see the Summer House PowerPoint slides mentioned in this episode? Have a question for Ali & Roark? Want to send in a...2021-03-2245 min
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast4. The Disappearing OneBoo! Don't worry, this podcast isn't disappearing, but Ali and Roark are talking about men who did! Ghosting. One of the most common problems facing modern dating. First, Ali and Roark define what is and what isn't a ghost. Then, they share stories of times they were ghosted, and Ali reveals her tried-and-true "text script" for how to maturely confront a ghost. Finally, they admit that they, too, have been the ghosters. But Finding Mr. Height is a firmly anti-ghosting podcast, so Ali shares another text script: how to tell someone you're not interested rather than disappear. Spooky stuff!2021-03-1546 min
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast3. The Skeptical OneThis week, Ali and Roark discuss how to talk to people who are skeptical about online dating: parents, friends, and even people ON the apps (we are talking to you lets-lie-about-how-me-met people). But first, Ali confesses to making the same mistake twice in one week and they both muse on the power of sending audio messages to matches. Have a question for Ali & Roark? Want to send in a screenshot for them to decode? General feedback? Find our submission form at www.findingmrheight.com/podcastOur Sponsors:* Check out Armoire: https://armoire.style/F...2021-03-0846 min
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast2. The Unsolicited OneIt's only episode two and Ali & Roark are already tackling *that* topic...that's right, dick pics, requests for nudes, and when a match gets too sexual too soon for your comfort level. Before responding to listeners' questions and sharing their own experiences with this behavior, Ali reveals an embarrassing moment with a Bumble match and Roark nervously talks about a promising first date. Have a question for Ali & Roark? Want to send in a screenshot for them to decode? General feedback? Find our submission form at www.findingmrheight.com/podcastOur Sponsors:* Check o...2021-03-0150 min
Finding Mr. Height: The Podcast1. The Actual First OneIt's here! The *real* premiere episode of FMH: The Podcast. Get to know your co-hosts as Ali & Roark share both their friendship origin story and walk down memory lane of relationships past. Then, they discuss their vision for the podcast. And finally, Roark tells Ali about a potentially awkward encounter at a recent date's place of business, which reminds Ali of her own story from a few years back. Have a question for Ali & Roark? Want to send in a screenshot for them to decode? General feedback? Find our submission form at www.findingmrheight.com/podcastO...2021-02-2249 min
Finding Mr. Height: The PodcastThe First OneFinding Mr. Height: The Podcast - a teaser!
Meet dating coach Ali from her @findingmrheight TikTok and Instagram and her good friend Roark as they embark on a podcast. Full episode airs on Monday. In the meantime, reach out to Ali & Roark at www.findingmrheight.com/podcast/
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