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Ramblings of a Restless MindFlirting and Finding Love with Benjamin the Flirt CoachFlirting in the Modern Age: Tips and Insights from The Flirt Coach - Benjamin CamrasIn this lively and festive episode, hosts discuss the challenges of modern relationships with Benjamin Camras, also known as The Flirt Coach. From the complexities and nuances of flirting and dating to the rise of online interactions and the importance of self-love, Benjamin shares invaluable advice for navigating the dating world. He emphasizes the significance of being a 'villager' in a community rather than just wanting to be part of the village, explaining that relationships require effort, vulnerability, and compromise. They also...
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Flirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach117. Flirting, Chasing, and Choosing: Dating Dynamics Decoded with Mark RosenfeldComing up on this episode of Flirtations, Flirties, we’re joined by one of Australia’s most sought-after dating coaches — it’s Mark Rosenfeld.
He’s one of Australia’s top dating and relationship experts, author of the book Make Him Yours: Beating the Odds of Modern Dating, and over the course of his career, he’s coached more than 50,000 women in love, dating, and connection.
We start the episode with Mark’s story of going from shy guy to stripper (yes, you heard that right!), and how stepping into that unexpected world helped him overcome social...
2025-07-1453 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach116. Queer Crossroads: Navigating Gay Dating and Relationships with Nathan SerratoComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re talking all things queer and gay dating with the incredible Nathan Serrato!
Nathan is a trauma-informed coach and host of the Queer Conscious podcast, helping LGBTQ+ individuals and couples build thriving, intentional relationships rooted in self-worth, communication, and emotional intimacy.
Inside the episode, we explore the beautifully complex, sometimes messy, and yet always real world of queer dating.
We talk about the “Queer Crossroads” and how to navigate that blurry line between friends, flings, dates, sex, and more. We get into meeting in real life vs...
2025-07-111h 01Flirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach115. Dating Inside Out: Your Inner Critic and How to Stop Self Sabotage with Britt FrankComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re welcoming someone whose work has helped thousands of people move from stuck to aligned, it's the brilliant Britt Frank.
A licensed neuropsychotherapist, trauma specialist, speaker, and bestselling author of The Science of Stuck and her brand-new book Align Your Mind, her insights have been featured in NPR, Forbes, The New York Times, and Esquire—and today, she’s here with us, Flirties!
In this episode, we’re getting into the nitty gritty of the mind—what it means to work with our inner world, the origin of our inn...
2025-07-0755 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach113. The Evolution of an Icon: Exploring Confidence and Reinvention with Rebecca MoreComing up on this episode of Flirtations is the iconic Rebecca More!
Adult industry legend, one-half of the unforgettable Cock Destroyers, star of Slag Wars, and soon competing in an Ironman, today we’re going beyond fame to talk about reinvention.
In this conversation, Rebecca shares her journey of stepping away from porn and adult work, grieving the loss of her dear friend Sophie, and navigating what life looks like now.
We talk about confidence, change, and why it’s never too late to choose a new path—or to discover an entirely new ver...
2025-06-3050 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach112. Herpes, Honey! HSV, STIs, and Sexual Health with Tricia WiseComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re getting real, raw, and radically open with the incredible Tricia Wise.
You may know Tricia as the @safe.slut across social media, Tricia is a master aesthetician, reiki practitioner, sexual health advocate, herpes stigma breaker, and meme queen—and today, she’s joining us to talk about something that, depending on the type, affects over 3 billion people around the world. It’s Herpes!
In this episode, we’re diving into Tricia’s personal journey with HSV (that’s herpes), the work she’s doing to destigmatize sexual health, an...
2025-06-2753 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach111. Exclusivity and Defining the Relationship in Dating with Carleigh FerranteComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re defining the relationship, ya’ll, with Carleigh Ferrante!
Carleigh is the creator and voice of @mostlydating on Instagram and host of the Mostly Dating podcast, having built a community of over 200,000 with her honest takes on dating and relationships.
Whether you’re feeling things out with someone new, stuck in dating limbo, or ready to move from casual to committed, this episode offers advice on how to approach conversation around exclusivity and defining the relationship with clarity and confidence.
We’ll talk about what signs to...
2025-06-2356 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach110. Summer Solstice Dating Horoscope with Fernie!Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, Fernie is back on the show for our summer solstice dating horoscope!
With a brand new season comes new energy for dating, romance, flirting, and cosmic possibility.
Joining us today is Flirtations’ in-house astrologer, fortune teller, and magic mystic, Fernie, here to read the stars and pull back the planetary curtain on what this season has in store for our love lives.
What does the Queen of Swords want us to know? What is Jupiter up to and what opportunities might some celestial happenings present?
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2025-06-2053 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach108. Columnist Confessions: A Conversation with Jana HockingComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re going to have a cheeky good time with the fabulous Jana Hocking!
You might know Jana from her spicy columns in the Daily Mail, her time behind the scenes casting and producing The Bachelor, or her wildly popular 'saucy secrets' series on Instagram, where no confession is too hot to handle.
In this episode, we talk about everything from orgasm camp to the realities of modern dating—including the rise of red pill culture, the shift to wanting more in real life meet cute moments, and how...
2025-06-1348 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach107. Communication in Early Dating with Erica TurnerComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we welcome Erica Turner to the show, the creator of The Relationship Reset on Instagram and the Secure Dating Playbook, to have a conversation with us about communication in early dating!
We open the show with how to reset the relationship we have with ourselves and reframe some common experiences we might have out there dating. Experiences like feeling like it’s never going to happen, feeling like we’re not enough or like we’re too much, and ultimately how we can develop more secure connections within ourselves.
Then...
2025-06-0956 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach106. Mic Drop! Inside "Love Isn't Blind" and How to Flirt More Fearlessly with Alli GoldbergComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we welcome Alli Goldberg to the show! Alli is a producer, writer, comedian, and creator of the in real life comedy show Love Isn’t Blind that blends dating, laughter, and matchmaking, here to have a conversation with us about dating, flirting, and how we can have more fun making connections.
Questions for Alli for relatively split between this sounds so fun, where can I see a show!, and I could never do that, this makes me nervous! We’ll open with talking about fear and how that shows up in o...
2025-06-0652 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach104. The Sex and the City Episode! with Scott SpraagsComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re celebrating the premiere of the new season And Just Like That … with a special Sex and the City episode!
Take the "Which Character am I" quiz (takes 3 minutes!): Sex and the City Quiz
For this conversation, we welcome the multitalented and multifaceted Scott Spraags, a dancer, choreographer, producer, director, and all-around passionate creator who is a Sex and the City superfan, just like me!
In this episode, we explore each of the iconic characters—Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte, and Samantha—and the enduring dating lessons their stor...
2025-05-301h 03Flirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach102. Ask a Matchmaker! Dating Insights From a Fourth Generation Expert with Maria AvgitidisComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re joined by the fabulous Maria Avgitidis— a fourth generation matchmaker, dating extraordinaire, and author of the new book Ask a Matchmaker to have a conversation with us about, well, dating!
Maria brings real-world wisdom, generational insight, and just the right dose of tough love to the modern dating experience we all need.
Inside the episode, we’ll learn what Maria observes when two people first meet and if there are ways to observe compatibility? What early signs indicate a connection has potential?
We also get in...
2025-05-2355 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach101. How to Date Intentionally with Talia KorenComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we have the first-ever guest back on the show, it’s Talia Koren!
Talia is the host of the Dating Intentionally podcast and creator of the Dating Intentionally Instagram and YouTube pages, who is here to have a conversation with us about dating intentionally.
Inside the episode, here’s what you can expect:
How to identify your personal intentions and needs in the dating, and why this matters;
How to set and maintain boundaries, and why those boundaries are for you first;
Effective communication strategies, incl...
2025-05-1956 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach100. Emotional Availability and What Matters in Relationships with Jillian TureckiComing up on this episode of Flirtations, I am honored to bring you a conversation with Jillian Turecki, the host of the Jillian On Love podcast and author of the book, It Begins With You: The 9 Hard Truths About Love That Will Change Your Life.
The topics: emotional availability and what matters in relationships.
To begin, we talk about some good ‘ol healing and the transformative period known as the "dark night of the soul." Jillian shares her experience with this and how even the hardest times, there are opportunities for profound growth and self-discovery.
2025-05-1645 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach99. The People Pleasing Episode! with Natalie LueComing up on this episode for Flirtations, we welcome Natalie Lue, the host of the Baggage Reclaim Sessions podcast and the author of five books, including The Joy of Saying No, to have a conversation with us about people pleasing!
Natalie is a leading voice on boundaries and people-pleasing, helping people understand how their emotional baggage interferes with their ability to live authentically.
Together, we'll delve into what people-pleasing truly is and explore the five distinct styles of people pleasing Natalie identifies: gooding, efforting, avoiding, saving, and suffering.
We'll discuss how people-pleasing often...
2025-05-121h 00Flirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach95. How to Not Settle in Dating with Dr. Brianna DiorioComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re talking about how to not settle in dating with relationship coach, doctor of integrative medicine, and host of the Brianna Approved podcast, it’s Dr. Brianna Diorio!
We've got a lot to get to today and here’s what you can expect!
First, we'll explore what it really means to “settle” in dating and the different ways it shows up - whether that's settling for the wrong person, someone’s potential, or accepting singleness when you don’t wanna, We’ll talk about the experience of staying too long...
2025-04-2855 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach94. Dating with Emotional Freedom: Embodiment and Healing the Nervous System with Eliah PrichardComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re going on a transformative journey of embodied healing with Eliah Prichard, Founder of the Feel Good Membership and Host of the Self Expression Love Podcast!
Today, we explore what it means to truly feel safe in your body.
Eliah guides us through the art of self-expression through embodiment as a way to feel our feelings - and release them.
We’re moving beyond traditional models of nervous system regulation and getting truly embodied today, ya’ll!
We’ll also learn how boundaries help us re...
2025-04-2554 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach92. Empowered Intimacy: Sexual Confidence, Expression and Freedom with Lola JeanComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we welcome Lola Jean, a multifaceted sex educator, fetish wrestler, and world record holder to the show for a conversation about sexual confidence, empowerment, and freedom!
We'll explore whether sexual confidence is an innate gift or a skill that can be developed (hint: if you don’t feel like or aren’t sure you got it, Lola Jean is so here for you).
We'll also hear about common obstacles that can keep us from feeling sexually confident and Lola Jean shares strategies for empowering our sexual selves (one of th...
2025-04-1857 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach91. Celebrity Energy and Becoming the Ultimate Attractor with Whitney UlandComing up on this episode of Flirtations, I'm thrilled to kickoff a transformative episode with celebrity coach Whitney Uland about how you can harness the power of celebrity energy to become the ultimate attractor in your dating life!
We'll get into what celebrity energy really is, how heart-brain coherence can supercharge your authenticity, and why overcoming the fear of being perceived - of being seen for who you are - is the key to standing out in the dating world.
Whitney breaks down the three main blocks that hold us back from tapping into this e...
2025-04-1451 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach90. From Body Dysmorphia to Self Love in Dating with Daniel O'ShaughnessyComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re gonna do some healing with our guest Daniel O'Shaughnessy—a mindset coach, nutritionist, and author—who is here to have a conversation with us about self-love and body dysmorphia.
Inside, we explore how to break free from toxic relationship patterns and stop searching for love in all the wrong places—even when ‘wrong’ feels so right. Daniel will share how he did just and explain how shadow work can help.
Cuz if we can embrace the parts of ourselves we often neglect or even don’t like, well, eve...
2025-04-1159 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt CoachFlirtini #15: Are They Flirting or Being Nice? with Jenna AndersonComing up in this Flirtini, we’re asking the question, "Are they flirting, or just being nice?"
It’s a tale as old as time in the flirt and today, we’re gonna help you figure this out as we welcome friendship coach Jenna Anderson to the show!
Fueled by a real life flirt at TJ Maxx, we’ll break down how to tell if someone’s flirting with you and why it's less about them and more about you.
We’re also talking about making new friends, regardless of whether you’re an introvert...
2025-04-0926 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach89. Friendships, Connection, and Our Social Networks in the Modern World with Anna GoldfarbComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we welcome Anna Goldfarb to the show, a journalist, speaker, and author of the book "Modern Friendship, How to Nurture Our Most Valued Connections” to have a conversation with us about friendship - and so much more!
So much to get to as we take on friendship in adulthood and the modern phenomenon many of us can relate to of where is home?
What if we’ve moved around a lot as kids, as adults, or our families have relocated? What if we find ourselves in new places or m...
2025-04-0755 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach88. Red Flags, Green Flags, and Why We Date the People We Do with Dr. Joe KortComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re diving deep into the psychology of attraction, the patterns that shape our relationships, and how we can make more conscious choices in dating - and in love.
We welcome Dr. Joe Kort, a psychotherapist, author, and relationship expert, who will help us understand why we date the people we do.
We'll open talking about masculinity a bit, touching on the topics of performative masculinity, validation, and male on male flirting!
Then we'll get into what red and green flags in dating really mean—and some...
2025-04-0452 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach87. Flirting and Dating IRL (in real life)! with Ilana DunnComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we welcome Ilana Dunn to the show, a dating expert and host of the Seeing Other People podcast, to have a conversation with us about meeting people in real life!
You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers!
We’ll open with hearing about the shifts Ilana made in her dating life to meet her now husband, early relationship green flags, and what the popular advice “date the boring guy” actually means.
Then we’re taking on one of your biggest dating dilemmas, and that is how to meet p...
2025-03-3155 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach86. Elevate Your Consciousness: Mindfulness, Self-Awareness, and Limiting Beliefs with Terry BrownComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re talking about the mind-body-soul connection with our guest, yoga teacher and co-owner of Triad Yoga, Terry Brown!
Together, we’re exploring how mindfulness and self-awareness can help us transcend limiting beliefs, elevate our consciousness, and allow us to step into a deeper relationship with ourselves - and with others.
How can we be present with ourselves when the dating anxiety and old patterns take over?
How can we be with ourselves, our thoughts, feelings, and emotions, when this experience is really uncomfortable and all we wa...
2025-03-2847 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach85. Breaking the "Rules" of Dating with Alison WellingtonComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re throwing out the rulebook and breaking the so-called “rules” of dating with certified dating coach Alison Wellington!
From how soon is too soon to ask, “What are you looking for?” to why matching energy might actually be holding you back, we’re challenging the norms and rethinking dating strategy.
We’re also taking on the is dating a numbers game topic and if you should be dating multiple people at once?
Plus, we get into some of the biggest conversations in straight dating like "Who should plan...
2025-03-2449 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach84. Spring Equinox Dating Horoscope with Fernie!Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, spring has sprung (more or less), and with it comes a fresh new season of flirting, romance, and dating possibilities!
On the show today is Flirtation’s in-house astrologer, fortune teller, and magic mystic, Fernie, to share with us what the stars have in store for our love lives and how to align with the energy of the universe this season.
No matter your experience or knowledge of astrology, you don’t need to be an expert, this episode is for you as we explore themes like: the power...
2025-03-2155 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt CoachFlirtini #14: Self-Expression, Finding Dates, and Building Community Through Fashion with Rae RaireComing up in this Flirtini, we have certified personal style Rae Raire on the show as we explore the intersection of style, self-expression, community, and validation.
How might we blend all of these topics together, you may ask?
Great question, but this is Flirtations and we work magic over here!
We’re going to be looking at how we often dress for them, ya know, people, or at least wonder what they’re thinking about how I look?
We might become hyper-focused on what someone thinks and even though it very huma...
2025-03-1935 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach83. Is Dating a Game of Luck? with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach!Coming up in this episode of Flirtations, it’s a solo one as I’ll be breaking down what luck in dating really means and answering some of your most asked dating questions. Like ...
Is finding love really just a roll of the dice, or do we have more control than we think?
What about right person, wrong time? How much does timing have to do with it?
Are some people just get lucky in love? What about soulmates, is there such thing as the one?
I’ll also share plenty of min...
2025-03-1734 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach82. Life After Love: Dating Again After a Long-Term Relationship, Part 2 with Sadie MarieComing up on this episode of Flirtations, it’s Part 2 of our conversation with dating coach and podcast host Sadie Marie as we ask the question, is there life after love?
And hell yah there is!
In this conversation, we talk about dating without a long-term relationship in mind, including how to build a roster.
We also cover flirting strategies, how to meet singles in real life, and the experience of dating younger men—what works, what doesn’t, and what to keep in mind.
Or maybe after a LTR you’re not fe...
2025-03-1442 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach81. Life After Love: Dating Again After a Long-Term Relationship, Part 1 with Sadie MarieComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re asking the question, “Is there life after love?”
Spoiler alert: Hell Yah!
With our guest, podcast host and dating coach Sadie Marie, we explore what it means to date after a major breakup, the challenges that come with it, and how to embrace new experiences with confidence.
Starting over after a divorce or long-term relationship can feel overwhelming, but it can also be an opportunity for growth, self-discovery, and redefining what you truly want in love and life.
We discuss the importance of havi...
2025-03-1051 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach80. Dating Non-Monogamous, Sex, and Body Confidence with Alexa AndreComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we welcome Alexa Andre, a sexologist and host of the In Bed With Alexa podcast, to have a conversation with us about body confidence and dating non-mongamously!
Today, we’ll get into what it really means to date non-monogamously, how to set clear and respectful boundaries, and how to approach dating in this way with confidence—whether you're exploring casual connections or something more serious.
Alexa brings so much insight and honesty to this conversation, and I know you’re going to walk away with a fresh perspective on what...
2025-03-0753 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt CoachFlirtini #13: Dating and Flirting as a Boomer! with Pam WoodDating after caregiving comes with its own unique challenges and opportunities, and in this Flirtini, we’re diving into what it’s like to reenter the dating world as a boomer!
I’m joined by voiceover artist and communications enthusiast Pam Wood, who shares her personal experience of dating as a boomer after caregiving.
We talk about where to meet people, the dating apps, and dating strategy.
Then, we get into the art of flirting with your voice we play with different ways to use the voice for more engaging conversations and flirts.
I...
2025-03-0530 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach79. Dating Intuitively and How to Talk to the Universe with Emily DexterComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re talking to the universe y’all!
With our incredible guest, psychic activator and historical medium Emily Dexter, we’re connecting to our inner magic and dating intuitively.
Have you ever felt like there’s a deeper wisdom inside you, just waiting to be heard?
Have you ever struggled to trust yourself and connect to your intuition, your inner knowing?
Today, we explore what it really means to trust yourself—beyond the noise of fear, doubt, and past experiences. Emily shares how to talk to our...
2025-03-0355 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach78. Conflict, Differences, and Do the Little Things Matter? with Carrie CohenComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re talking about conflict, differences, and do the little things matter!
With our guest, psychotherapist and marriage coach Carrie Cohen, we get going right away with the question, why do opposites attract? How can we make our differences work for us in dating and relationships?
Carrie has a great breakdown of the anxious/avoidant dynamic here I think you’ll find really interesting!
We’ll also talk about how different approaches to conflict—like when one person wants to resolve things right away, and the other ne...
2025-02-2858 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach76. The Art of Being You with Justin SchumanComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we’ve got authenticity and personal branding expert Justin Schuman on the show to have an unbelievable conversation with us about the art of being you.
From the fear of being 'too much' to the sometimes complex practice of being authentic, we’ll explore what it means to be you and how owning who you are can transform your confidence and your dating life.
We’ll also talk about how to let yourself be seen, because that’s what flirting and dating is kinda all about, isn’t it? Allowi...
2025-02-2154 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach74. Un-Valentine's Day: A Quest for Love with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach!Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, it's the Un-Valentine's Day episode!
But this isn't going to be like a regular episode.
Today, we’re going on a quest for love and playing a game of Candyland… but with a dating twist.
Picture this: you’re on a colorful adventure through the world of romance, navigating everything from first dates to heartbreak, and, much like in Candyland, finding this game of love filled with unexpected detours and those rare, magical moments when everything just clicks.
Will you find yourself stuck on the Li...
2025-02-1427 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach73. The Neuroscience of the Crush with Nicole VignolaComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we have neuroscientist and author Nicole Vignola on the show as we talk about the neuroscience of the crush!
Have you ever wondered what’s really happening in your brain when you have a crush?
Nicole gives us all the details and breaks down the difference between a crush, limerence, and obsession.
How can you catch yourself from going too far into delulu? What differentiates a crush from infatuation from genuinely liking someone? Two questions we answer inside, but there’s more.
We also tack...
2025-02-1053 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach72. Chemistry, Kinks, and Communication in the Bedroom with Jonah WheelerComing up in this episode of Flirtations, we’re joined by Jonah Wheeler to explore the art of developing chemistry in the bedroom and how to create deeper, more connected experiences with your partner or partners.
We’ll answer questions about verbal play, dom/sub dynamics as a kink, butt play, and how to embrace the journey of physical intimacy by detaching from outcome-based sex—because it’s not always about the rush to O!
We also break down communication tips for exploring pleasure and ensuring your desires and boundaries are clear and respected.
Along t...
2025-02-0748 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach71. What to Do When They Pull Back with Jonathan Van ViegenComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we’ve got couples therapist Johnathan Van Viegen on the show as we take on the pull back.
You know, the experience you’ve maybe had when you’re dating someone, and then their energy shifts and they seem to pull back? Or maybe that person has been you?!
Why does this happen and how can we approach it without letting fear or anxiety take over?
Jonathan offers a thoughtful perspective on approaching these situations with curiosity, understanding, and self-compassion that I think you’ll be very inter...
2025-02-0353 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach70. The Seven Things to Look For in a Partner with the Dateable PodcastComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we have Yue Xu and Julie Krafchick, the dynamic duo behind the Dateable podcast and the new book, “How to Be Dateable,” to have a conversation with us about, well, dating!
Julie and Yue will share with us today the 7 things that matter when looking for a partner and why connection and compatibility goes way beyond some chemistry and attraction.
We’ll learn about the key qualities to focus on when choosing someone for a relationship, how to avoid getting stuck in surface level connections, and what it really...
2025-01-3157 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach69. Let's Talk About Sex: Libidos, Desire, and Connection with Hannah DeindorferComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we have Hannah Deindorfer, the Libido Fairy!, on the show to explore with us physical intimacy, libidos, and sex in dating!
Up for discussion are questions around consent, desire, and the touch barrier, and we'll play in the space of intimacy here as we talk about different ways to connect with your partner or partners on that physical level. We even go into your kissing dilemmas!
But that’s not all. Hannah will also offer guidance on how to navigate mismatched libidos, responsive vs. spontaneous desire, what to do...
2025-01-2755 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach68. Dating After Sexual Assault with Claire PerelmanComing up on this episode of Flirtations, I’m joined by certified sex Claire Perelman for an important conversation about dating after sexual assault.
Together, we explore the complexities of reclaiming your sense of self in dating and relationships while navigating boundaries, consent, and personal healing.
I also share my own story, opening up about the challenges of feeling safe while dating and the journey of learning to trust myself - and others - again.
We discuss how trauma impacts the nervous system and the common experience of self-abandonment—doing whatever it takes to kee...
2025-01-2453 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach66. Attachment Theory and How to Develop Secure Attachments in Dating with Lauren ZamoraComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we have licensed marriage and family therapist and dating coach Lauren Zamora to talk about one of the hottest topics when it comes to dating and relationships — attachment theory.
We’re breaking down what attachment theory is, how our attachment styles develop and the different types, and what it truly means to feel secure in love and relationships.
We’ll also explore the core wounds behind both anxious and avoidant attachment styles, how these wounds show up in dating, and why the anxious/avoidant dynamic plays out so often...
2025-01-1757 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach64. Wear Your Confidence: Flirting Through Personal Style with Mark King and Matt KingComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we’ve got Mark King and Matt King as we flirt with personal style!
Mark and Matt have got soooo much for you inside as we explore what having style even means and how you can feel crazy, sexy, cool, and confident in what you wear!
Don’t have a personal style? We got you and by the end of the episode, you will!
We'll also talk about the "glow up", dressing for different body types, finding your signature color, how to build a wardrobe, what’s on t...
2025-01-1755 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach65. From Anxious to Secure: How I Healed My Anxious Attachment with Mimi WattIt's Attachment Theory Week on Flirtations!
Coming up on this episode, we welcome dating coach Mimi Watt to the show to share her story of going from anxious to secure as we explore the world of anxious attachment in dating!
Mimi breaks down how our attachment styles form and why understanding your attachment style can be a total game-changer in your love life.
If you've ever felt clingy, overly worried about where you stand with someone, or just find yourself caught in dating patterns that leave you feeling anxious—this episode is for yo...
2025-01-1355 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt CoachFlirtini #12: Flirting at a Coffeeshop! with Sommer MorelToday's Flirtini takes place at a coffeeshop as we talk about flirting ... at a coffeeshop!
There are three places* you ask for for flirting tips the most and the coffeeshop is one of them!
For this conversation, we welcome coffee educator, entrepreneur, and former barista Sommer Morel to the show as we answer your flirting questions!
Why are these spaces so good for flirting? How can you use them to your flirt advantage? How can you flirt with someone you see? What if you want to get approached?
Can you flirt w...
2025-01-0826 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach63. Life, Love, and What Matters Most with Rita SmithComing up on this episode of Flirtations, I'm thrilled to introduce my dear friend Rita!
In this heartwarming conversation, Rita, who now I know I’m not supposed to share a lady’s age, but it comes out in the episode that she’s 95 and ya’ll, Rita is gonna share her invaluable insights on love, relationships, and what truly matters most in life.
Rita's optimism shines through as we talk about how to stay positive, the importance of connection, communication strategies in dating, what to look for in a partner, how to navigate our differenc...
2025-01-0643 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach62. Decoding Communication in Dating with Molly McPhersonComing up in this episode of Flirtations, we welcome crisis communications strategist and PR guru Molly McPherson to the show as we decode communication!
Molly and I discuss essential communication strategies for handling those sometimes hard and awkward, yet necessary, conversations in dating, like how to talk about past relationships and what to say if you maybe need to end things with someone.
We'll explore ways to know if someone is being honest with you through how they communicate, the power of intentions and, of course, share some clever flirting strategies you can use in y...
2025-01-0349 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach61. The Manifestation Episode! with Sarah PerlComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we welcome the Hot High Priestess, Sarah Perl, to the show! Sarah is a manifestation expert and in this conversation, she will share how you can use manifestation to harness the power of the universe - and the power within you - to create your dream dating life and relationships!
We’ll learn about what manifestation is and how it works, the laws of attraction and how to be the ultimate attractor in your dating life, and how to create a positive mindset with affirmations.
Sarah will also sha...
2024-12-3048 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach60. Your Winter Solstice + New Year's Dating Horoscope with Fernie!Coming up on this episode of Flirtatations, we’re going to have a magical time as Fernie, our favorite mystic and fortune teller, is back on the show for our winter solstice and new year's dating horoscope!
The longest night of the year has passed us and we'll explore the cosmic energies that will influence our dating lives heading into the new year.
What celestial movements will affect our love lives? How can we use the energies of the solstice to help us prepare for new beginnings and transformations?
Whether it's attracting a ne...
2024-12-2757 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach59. Under the Mistletoe: Your Holiday Flirting and Dating Guide, Pt. 2 with Madison BrandtComing up on this episode of Flirtations, it’s part two answering more of your holiday dating questions with dating coach and podcast host Madison Brandt!
Today, we’re talking about traveling together for the first time as a new couple or maybe you're figuring things out, and whether or not you invite your maybe new date to the company holiday party or new years!.
Then we'll get into some flirting tips (of course!) if you’re single and ready to mingle, and mindset tips feel festive and embrace the single life.
Finally, we'll...
2024-12-2341 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach58. Under the Mistletoe: Your Holiday Flirting and Dating Guide, Pt. 1 with Madison BrandtComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we've got a festive episode for you with Madison Brandt, host of the Deeptalk Podcast back on the show!
With the holiday season in full swing, we're answering your most pressing dating questions you might face during this time of year.
In part one of the first ever two part episode, we’ll be talking about balancing festive fun with stress, meeting the family for the first time, plus gift giving and how soon is too soon to put a bow on a box?
We’ve got c...
2024-12-2039 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt CoachFlirtini #11: How the Leopard Got it's SpotsI've got an original short story for you in this Flirtini!
No heads up about what to expect.
If you've got ten minutes, I hope you'll give this episode a listen and if you're streaming on Spotify or YouTube where comments are enabled, please let me know what you think!
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2024-12-1808 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach57. Overcoming Dating Burnout: Breaks, Boundaries, and Staying Hopeful with Michelle MouhtisComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we welcome Michelle Mouhtis to the show for a conversation about dating burnout and staying hopeful navigating the battlefield that is modern dating!
With the endless swiping, messaging, and meeting up, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and exhausted by the dating scene.
Yet today, we hope to make this whole dating process a little bit easier! Inside, we’ll explore what dating burnout is, the ways it can impact our dating lives, and how we can ultimately love ourselves thought it - and out of it.
We’...
2024-12-1653 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach56. Unlocking Your True Self: Exploring the Enneagram in Dating with Marilyn WolfComing up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re diving deep into the Enneagram with our special guest, retired psychotherapist and Enneagram expert Marilyn Wolf! Together, we'll discover how and why the Enneagram is a powerful tool for self-awareness, ultimately helping you develop deeper connections and more fulfilling relationships!
We’ll start by exploring what the Enneagram is and why it stands out from other frameworks and systems like astrology or the Myers-Briggs. Marilyn will then walk us through the nine distinct Enneagram types, highlighting the unique characteristics, motivations, and frustrations of each one, sharing why it's our...
2024-12-1351 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt CoachFlirtini #10: Flirting at the Gym! with Jonathan TylickiThere are some questions I get every Flirt Friday.
And one of those questions is, “How do I flirt at the gym?”
Welp, that’s what this Flirtini is all about as we break a sweat and break the ice!
Inside the episode, we welcome fitness instructor and personal trainer Jonathan Tylicki to the show to help answer all of your flirting at the gym related questions! Questions like …
Why is the gym/fitness related places so good for flirting?
How can I make an approach to flirt? Who should make the first mo...
2024-12-1130 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach55. The Love Episode! with Shaun GalanosIt’s the LOVE episode of Flirtations y’all, with Shaun Galanos!
The creator behind @thelovedrive and co-host of the “We Can Do Better” podcast is on the show to take us on a journey as we talk about love!
Along the way, we’ll answer questions like, “what is love?” “How can we create more of it in our lives?” Whether you're dating, in a relationship, not really looking, or maybe just confused about it all, love is a universal energy that is part of all our relationships, including the one with ourselves!
We’ll also shar...
2024-12-0957 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach54. Asexuality, Aromanticism, and Demisexuality in Dating with Cody Daigle-OriansComing up on this episode, we're venturing into the world of asexuality, aromanticism, and demisexuality with guest, creator, educator and author, Cody Daigle-Orians!
Please join us as we explore what each of these identities mean, how to figure out where you fit on the spectrum, and practical dating and flirting strategies!
We also discuss the important topic of when and how to share this information with potential partners and talk about whether these identities can be fluid over time.
We also speak to the stigma and the feeling of not fitting in that...
2024-12-0649 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt CoachFlirtini #9: Anxiety vs. Intuition in DatingComing up in this Flirtini, we're untangling the difference between anxiety and intuition!
How can you distinguish the uneasy feeling of anxiety from your intuition speaking to you?
Are they one in the same?
Knowing the difference can significantly shape your dating experience, help you stay more grounded and focused, and allow for better decision making!
Episode Highlights:
Anxiety vs. Intuition: What is the difference? What are some ways to tell?
Identifying Anxiety in Dating: How does anxiety manifest? What are the different ways the nervous system and the body...
2024-12-0429 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach52. Frugal and Fabulous: Low Cost Date Ideas + Your Money Questions with Bradley on a BudgetIn this episode, we're dating on a budget and answering your money questions in dating!
To have this conversation with us, we welcome Bradley on a Budget aka Baddie Brad to the show! Bradley has gone viral on Tik Tok many times sharing his story of six figure student loan debt as an early 20 year and now, 11 years later, finds himself debt free. How did he do it?
Stay tuned until the end for some of Bradley's best money saving tips!
Leading up to that, we focus on budget friendly date ideas and...
2024-11-2946 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt CoachFlirtini #8: F.O.M.O. (Fear of Missing Out) in Dating!What is F.O.M.O. (fear of missing out) in dating?
What does it look like? What are some ways FOMO shows up? How might it hold us back in our dating lives? And what can we do about it?
You'll find the answers to all of these questions inside!
At it's core, I believe FOMO is about a scarcity mindset that causes us to feel like something in our life is missing, and is rooted in comparison.
FOMO also causes us to look outside ourselves for happiness and validation...
2024-11-2721 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach51. Love in Bloom: Dispelling the "Late Bloomer" Concept in Dating with Mia ChardHave you every felt like you're a late bloomer when it comes to dating and relationships?
Or wondered if the love you're looking is meant for you?
In this episode of Flirtations, we're going into both of these topics - and much more - with our guest Mia Chard! Mia went viral on Tik Tok for talking about the themes of dating in her early 40's, adult loneliness, and having not been in a relationship before.
Her videos have touched millions all over the world and Mia has got incredible insight to share w...
2024-11-2557 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach50. How to Not Date Potential with Dr. ShevaHave you ever dated someone's potential?
Dating who you want them to be? Who they could be? Who you think they should be?
Or maybe you find yourself romanticizing the future?
Lawd knows I have!
Thankfully, in this episode, we welcome Dr. Sheva to the show to talk about why we date potential and how can we practice a different approach!
Inside, we talk about the different ways we date potential, why we do it, and how to be more grounded - and present - in the dating process. ...
2024-11-2254 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt CoachFlirtini #7: Flirting and Conversation Tips for a Date!In this Flirtini today, we're doing some flirting, ya'll!
No matter where you're at in the dating process, whether you're heading into a first date, a tenth date, or looking to get back out there in the future, this episode is for you!
As we answer the question, "How can you have more engaging conversations - and flirts - on a date?"
All is revealed inside for just how you'll take things to the next level and develop deeper connections, which is what the flirt is ultimately all about!
Resources mentioned...
2024-11-2018 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach49. The Trauma Episode with Tal FishOn this episode of Flirtations, we welcome Tal Fish to the show, a licensed mental health counselor, to have a conversation with us about trauma.
In this complex, sometimes misunderstood, and yet highly relevant topic, we hold the space to go deep and talk about trauma, which many of us will experience at some point in our lives.
And when a trauma happens, whether it's a single event or something we experience multiple times, often we feel like something changes within us. We may feel unsure about how to move forward or what happens next...
2024-11-1855 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt CoachFlirtini #6: Dating Anxiety, Codependency + Moving too Fast, and Are They Flirting with Me?Flirties!
It's the first Q&A Flirtini!
In this one today, I answer three dating questions that were submitted!
➡️ Question 1: When I meet someone, I automatically ask myself, “Is this my future partner?” How can I stop doing that and enjoy the dating process more?
➡️ Question 2: I tend to rush a connection and go into codependency mode. What can I do about this? If things have moved too fast, is it too late to slow things down? What could I say?
➡️ Question 3: I think someone is flirting with me, but I’m not sure...
2024-11-1321 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach47. Healing from a Narcissistic Relationship and Living Courageously with Dana FlahertyOn this episode of Flirtations, we welcome the incredible Dana Flaherty to share with us her story of healing from a relationship with a narcissist.
If you've ever found yourself trapped in the harmful cycle of narcissistic abuse, this episode offers hope, guidance, and inspiration for reclaiming your power and why the best is yet to come.
Today, we'll get into:
How it begins: How does the narcissist show up in the early stages of dating? Are there early signs to look for?
The Turning Point: Dana shares what the turning point was, how t...
2024-11-1153 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach46. Vanishing Acts: Ghosting in Modern Dating with Yanni DimitriComing up in this episode of Flirtations, we welcome Yanni Dimitri, the co-founder of No Ghosts Official, to the show to have a conversation with us all about ghosting!
Ghosting, the act of suddenly cutting off all communication with someone without explanation, can leave you feeling confused, hurt, and searching for answers.
Today, we hope to help you find those answers!
Some of what we'll explore inside:
Are there different types of ghosting?
Why does it happen?
What can you do if you are ghosted? Do you reach out? How can you...
2024-11-0858 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt CoachFlirtini #5: What is Intimacy + How to Create It in Dating and Relationships with Lisa BratemanIt's the first ever guest Flirtini!
In this Flirtini, we welcome author and psychotherapist Lisa Brateman to the show to have a conversation with us about intimacy!
Intimacy goes beyond physical connection—it's about emotional closeness, trust, and mutual understanding. So how can we create it in dating and in our relationships?
Join us as we break down what intimacy truly means, discuss practical ways to create and nurture it, and explore strategies to overcome the challenges in developing intimacy (and what to do when intimacy may fade).
We'll also delve in...
2024-11-0624 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach45. Dating Shameless + How to Transcend Shame with Jessica StahlOn the show today, we are joined by Jessica Stahl, creator of the indelible @vanillcooldance, to have an empowering conversation with us all about shame.
Indeed, shame is an incredibly strong emotion that can hold us back from fully embracing our authentic selves. Shame can keep us repeating the same patterns of beliefs and behaviors, and affect how we show up for ourselves. Shame can certainly impact our dating lives and how we form connections, too!
But what if we could date shamelessly?
Well, that's exactly what we're gonna do today!
...
2024-11-0451 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach44. Finding Your Voice with Nick Higgs the SingerWhen is the last time you witnessed the power of your own voice?
Maybe you're like Benjamin, it was today, fool!
Or maybe it's been while?
Finding my own voice and starting this Flirtcast didn't come easily. I've struggled for most of my life to even just connect to my voice and that's the inspiration for this episode today.
To hopefully help you in connect to your voice, find it if it's gone away, or perhaps discover it like you never have before.
We welcome Nick Higgs the Singer...
2024-11-0155 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt CoachFlirtini #4: Flirting in Long Term Relationships and Long Distance DatingIt's a Flirtini all about flirting!
I open this conversation with what flirting is and WHY flirting is so important in dating and relationships! I believe flirting creates and maintains intimacy, which you can think of as a cozy closeness centered around connection and vulnerability. And that's hot!
So whether you're in a long term relationships and things are going well or maybe you're on the other end of the spectrum and it's gotten a little dry, the flirt is here to save the day.
Once we establish what flirting is, I then s...
2024-10-3019 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach43. The Psychology of Connection and Loneliness with Jemma SbegWhat is connection? And why is connection so important? Not just for our hearts, but for our overall health and wellbeing?
What about loneliness? In many ways the inverse of connection, how does loneliness impact our lives? Mentally? Emotionally? Physically?
In this episode of Flirtations, we welcome Jemma Sbeg to the show, creator and host of the "Psychology of Your 20's Podcast" to have a conversation with us all about connection and loneliness.
What drives our need for connection? What are some challenges we face when connecting? Why might vulnerability and opening up...
2024-10-281h 02Flirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach42. Healing from Past Relationships, Thriving While Single, and Decentering Dating with Emma ColeFlirities, on the show today is Emma Cole and we're gonna be doing some healing, y'all!
Emma has turned her experiences healing from a toxic relationship into a powerful mission to help other women - and some gay men! - thrive in their single lives and prove that life doesn’t stop when you’re not in a relationship. Rather, life can be more fulfilling than ever!
We’ve got several topics coming up for you today, including decentering dating and not settling for anything less than what you truly deserve, how to not compare oursel...
2024-10-2559 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt CoachFlirtini #3: Genuine Interest vs. Delulu in DatingFlirty! Do you like them? Or are you delulu?!
In this Flirtini, I share how you can tell the difference!
First, we focus on delulu, shorthand for delusion, as we also bring in obsession, infatuation, and limerence for this part of the discussion! I think all of these states and experiences are cut from the same cloth and right at the top, I share exactly what it means to be delulu - and why we go there!
Then, I talk about what it means to have genuine interest for someone, what that looks...
2024-10-2316 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach41. Big Sister Dating Advice + Dating Q&A with Tisia SaffoldOn this episode of Flirtations, we're joined by dating coach and entrepreneur Tisia Saffold who is going to spill the dating tea with us and share all the big sister dating advice you wish you knew, but maybe haven't heard before ... until now!
Here's what you can expect from this episode:
Why you can’t date potential (and the mindset shift you need right now if you are)
How to choose yourself vs. waiting to be “chosen” in dating
How to date with detachment, manage your emotions and anxiety, and be less reactive
What about asking "what a...
2024-10-2157 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach40. ADHD and Dating with Kaleigh SmithIn this episode of Flirtations, we're getting into the nuances of dating and ADHD with our guest, Kaleigh Smith. If you've got ADHD and you're dating, this episode is for you!
Here's what you can expect:
What ADHD is and what happens in the ADHD brain
Traits and characteristics of ADHD, what does it look like day to day?
How does ADHD impact the way we date, form relationships, and make connections?
What are some communication tips for the ADHD dater?
How can you regulate emotions with ADHD?
What about limerence and hyperfocus, what can you...
2024-10-1856 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach39. Breaking Cycles in Dating (and in life!) with Jessica AmosIn this episode of Flirtations, we're breaking cycles, y'all! Cuz you are what? A cycle breaker!
With our incredible guest for this conversation, mindfulness coach and TEDx speaker Jessica Amos, we’ll explore how to break free from three types of cycles that play out in our dating lives - and beyond.
First, we'll look at generational cycles, or the cycles that become familiar to us through our childhood. These cycles take hold because of how we are raised, they form by making observations of our surroundings growing up, and we can even inherit them! Ho...
2024-10-141h 06Flirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach38. Why F*ckboys are Boring and How to Not Chase in Dating with Ryan SheldonToday we're asking the question "what the heck is happening out there dating?!" with Ryan Sheldon, author of the new book, "F*ckboys are Boring: A Gay Man's Guide to Dating (for everyone)."
We'll take on the topic of the f*ckboy, how he dates, how you can spot him, and what you can do with your boundaries so you don't get emotionally caught up in their web! Unless you want to date the f*ckboy for some fun, in which case we have some tips for you, too!
Ryan also shares about his experiences da...
2024-10-111h 03Flirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt CoachFlirtini #2: Dating Tips if You're New to Dating or Unsure Where to StartMaybe today you find yourself looking to date for the first or for the first time in a long time. Perhaps you're recently coming off an extended dating break or you're single again after a long term relationship. And you don't know where to start.
Flirty, I got you!
In this Flirtini, I've got a plethora of tips for where to even begin in dating!
First, I share five mindset practices that will help you immensely as you get back out there dating, but I'm not going to share them in the notes...
2024-10-0918 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach37. The Black Cat/Golden Retriever Theory in Dating with Anna KristinaOoooo flirties ... today on Flirtations, we welcome Anna Kristina to the show, creator of the viral Black Cat/Golden Retriever theory in dating on Tik Tok and founder of the Black Cat Academy to share with us allll the details about this wildly popular - and transformational - approach to dating.
We'll learn from Anna what it means to be a black cat with her "3 principles of black cat energy" and how the dynamics between the black cat and golden retriever play out in early dating.
We'll also go into how to embody black cat...
2024-10-0756 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach36. The Confidence Episode! with Silky Nutmeg GanacheConfidence is one of the most alluring, captivating, and powerful qualities a person can have ... yet it can also be one of the most elusive!
In the first official confidence! episode of Flirtations, we welcome superstar Silky Nutmeg Ganache on the show to inspire us to be our most authentic, confident selves!
Throughout this conversation, we answer questions like:
Where does confidence come from? Is it something we're born with? How do you build it, create it?
Can you feel confident in some areas of your life and not in others?
2024-10-0450 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt CoachFlirtini #1: How to Know if They (and You!) Are Ready to DateWelcome to the very first Flirtini on Flirtations!
Today, we're hopping in the emotional C.A.R. to answer the question, "How can I know if they are ready to date?"
We'll also using this tool to answer the same question for yourself - how to know if you're ready to date!
I love a good acronym and C.A.R. stands for capacity, availability, and readiness.
While I will always advocate for clarity through communication - simply asking them if they are ready - we all know dating isn't *always...
2024-10-0215 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach35. From First Impression to First Date with Matchmaker Daniel CooleyOn this episode of Flirtations, we're going from first impression to first date, y'all!
Let's set the scene. You walk into a party. A singles event. Networking get together. Really any social situation where you're looking to mix 'n mingle ... and maybe come away with a first date at the end of it all! This is where today's episode takes place!
As we answer questions like ...
How can you break the ice? Do first impressions really matter as much as we think?
What are some conversation tips? What if the person...
2024-09-301h 01Flirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach34. Royal Romance: Insights into the Dating Lives of European Royals with Amanda MattaToday we're taking a peek behind the curtain into the dating lives of European royals!
For this conversation, we welcome Amanda Matta to the show, who has captivated over 2+ million followers on social media as an expert on the British crown and European royals!
We'll be flirting with royalty and having a lot of fun, asking questions like ... Why are royal relationships so intriguing? And inspiring?
How do the royals date? What might their Tinder or Hinge profiles say?
What are some little known stories of romance from inside Buckingham Palace?
2024-09-2746 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach33. Dating Deliciously: How to Bring More Fun, Pleasure, and Desire into Dating with Torah CentsAre you ready to date deliciously?!
On this episode, we welcome Torah Cents, who is going to give us all the details on how to infuse more fun, passion, pleasure, and desire into your dating life for an ultimately delicious experience!
We'll hear how to date deliciously on the apps and in person, creating engaging conversations that are sure to keep things interesting - and lead to to dates! Of course we've got some tips on how to flirt deliciously, too!
But that's not all. We'll be talking about how to savor confidence...
2024-09-2355 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach32. Your Fall Dating Horoscope + Cuffing Season Dating Guide with Fernie!Fernie is BACK on Flirtations to share with us in this episode our fall dating horoscope and dating guide for cuffing season!
What is cuffing season? What do the stars hold for our dating lives these next few months?
What should we be focusing on out there dating this upcoming season?
Are there big themes the universe has in store for our love lives? How will this impact us out there dating and making connections?
How can we bring more fun, desire, and pleasure into our dating lives?
All o...
2024-09-201h 00Flirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach31. Dating Outside Your Type with Ali JacksonDo you have a type? What does having a type mean, anyway? Is it just the way someone looks? Does type equate to a personality? Interests? Career? Or even energy?
Today on Flirtations, we’re demystifying what “type” actually means, learning how to date outside our type, and uncovering WHY this should part of your dating strategy!
We welcome Ali Jackson to the show for this discussion, a NYC based dating coach, and together, we'll explore how dating a certain type can limit our dating experiences and why expanding our concept of WHO we're truly attrac...
2024-09-1653 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach30. Situationships, FWBs, and the Rules of Casual Dating with Madison BrandtLet’s talk about the rules of casual dating, y’all!
On this episode of Flirtations, we welcome Madison Brandt, a fellow dating coach and host of the Deep Talk podcast, to cover alllll the bases (and rules) of casual dating. Y’all came through with questions for this one and we lawd did we answer them!
Questions like, “What is casual dating, anyway?" "How do I know if I'm in a situationship?” “How about friends with benefits, what makes that particular connection what it is?” “Can either become more?”
“What if I catch feels for my cas...
2024-09-131h 15Flirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach29. The Roles of Love, Healing, and Childhood Family Dynamics in Dating with Todd BaratzOn this episode of Flirtations, we’re taking on three big topics that lie at heart of how we connect, how we date, and how we form relationships!
Up for discussion are the the roles of love, healing, and our childhood family dynamics in dating, and to have this conversation with us is Todd Baratz. Todd is a licensed mental mental health counselor and author of the book “How to Love Someone Without Losing Your Mind.” You may also know him from the uber popular Instagram page he founded, @yourdiagnonsense (giving some of the BEST dating and relati...
2024-09-0952 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach28. Dating the Good Guy with a Bad Boy Edge with Taylor Byrd and Knox PeakeOn this episode of Flirtations, we're taking on the intriguing world of the "Good Guy with a Bad Boy Edge!"
What makes this combination so irresistible? How can you navigate the unique dynamics of such a fella? What about dating this guy?!
Whether you're drawn to the dependable nature of the good guy or the thrill and mystery of the bad boy, this episode offers something for you!
With our guests Taylor Byrd and Knox Peake, we'll break down the characteristics that define these dual-natured individuals, discuss the challenges and benefits of dating...
2024-09-061h 27Flirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach27. Boundaries, Communication, and Dating as an Empath with Allison KT
In this episode of Flirtations, we welcome Allison KT on the show to help take on some of the most crucial aspects of dating that will help you date with much more clarity, confidence, and calm!
We start off by break downing what boundaries are, how you will use them in your dating life, and why you need them! Boundaries will be one of the cornerstones of your dating journey.
But we couldn't stop there. Cuz when it comes to setting boundaries, you'll also need communication skills, conflict resolution tools, and likely some strategies to...
2024-09-021h 09Flirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach26. Virtual Reality: How the Media Influences our Dating Lives with Courtney RevolutionOn this episode of Flirtations is reality tv star and podcast host Courtney Revolution and together, we're gonna explore how the media influences our dating lives and shapes our perceptions - and expectations - of love.
From reality tv dating shows to social media, and the roles of celebrity and influencer culture on our dating lives, we're getting into all the ways the media impacts the ways we date!
Some questions we explore in this conversation are, "How much of our love lives are influenced by what we see on our screens?" "Are we setting...
2024-08-3058 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach25. The Dating Apps Episode! with Damona HoffmanWe're dating on the apps today y'all and swiping RIGHT on this episode!
On the show for this conversation is Damona Hoffman, dating coach extraordinaire, online dating expert, author, podcast host, and dating correspondent for the Drew Barrymore Show (among other accolades)!
Damona takes us through the process of using the dating apps as a tool to meet potential dates and find long lasting romance that begins with our mindset. We then go through the search, the match, and setting up the first date as we learn how to make the apps work for us...
2024-08-261h 07Flirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach24. The Fear Episode! with Benjamin, the Flirt CoachIs fear holding you back? In flirting? In dating? In love? In life?
I wanted to create a standalone (solo!) episode all about FEAR.
Fear has been one of the most present feelings, emotions, states of being, states of mind ... that I have carried with me for my whole life.
I still carry fear with me, but I no longer allow it to keep me from LIVING.
In this episode, I share the six ways fear presents itself in our dating lives, how we develop these fears, and the role fear...
2024-08-2358 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach23. Rejection, Heartbreak, and Saying No in Dating with Sarah RiceIs rejection truly redirection? What are some other ways to think about rejection in dating? How can you deal with ghosting if it happens? What about a breakup, help! What if you're not feeling a connection and need to end it, but find it difficult to do so?
In this episode of Flirtations, our guest, Sarah Rice, and I will get into all the ways rejection happens in dating and offer reframes to think about it in perhaps whole new ways!
We'll also be asking the question, "does love happen into your life when you...
2024-08-191h 00Flirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach22. The Spark, Chemistry, and Attraction in Early Dating with Lauren JosephineWhat do you think about the spark?
Does it need to be there right away? Can it grow over time? How long should you give it to develop? Does the spark even matter?
What about chemistry? How does that factor into things?
What role does attraction play in dating? Both physical and emotional attraction?
In this episode, myself and our guest Lauren Josephine (@lookingforsomethingserious) will break it allll down for you and answer your questions about the ⚡️SPARK⚡️ and more!
I hope you enjoy this episode and please leave a review...
2024-08-1658 minFlirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach21. Dating N.A.T.O. (Not Attached to Outcome) with Erika EttinOn this episode of Flirtations, we're dating N.A.T.O.!
Standing for "Not Attached To Outcome," I'm excited to have a conversation all about this dating strategy with dating coach extraoridinaire Erika Ettin (@alittlenudge)!
What does dating N.A.T.O. mean, exactly?
Well, if you've ever attached quickly to someone you just started dating, or put pressure on yourself, or seen dating in black and white terms as a success of failure, or felt like you just have all these expectations that have made dating tricky ... I think you'll like this...
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