The Dating Game
Caught up in the dating game?#thedatinggamepodcast explores the highs and lows of meeting 'the one' - with a twist. We are talking about everything and anything millennial dating-related, featuring our special guests and our real life experiences. Whether you're dating online or IRL, tune in every Monday for more juicy stories. With Jay and Simone Instagram: @thedatinggamepodcastTwitter: @datinggamepod
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71 episodes
Ep 72. We Move
And we move indeed. Jay and Simone will be travelling the world and therefore, we will be taking a small small break. But fear not, we are giving you another episode of entertainment as we reflect and laugh at the 'old us', and look ahead to th...
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Ep 71. Private dating
Ever had a sneaky link? This episode is all about keeping your dating business to yourself! It is true, there is a time and a place to share. Sharing with your nearest and dearest might keep you grounded, protect you from sticky si...
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Ep 70. What are we?
Ever had that dreaded conversation? 'The Talk'. Love it or hate it, it needs to be done. Or does it? Maybe going with the flow is the new way forward...? This week, we discuss the conversation around labels in dating, when to have the conversat...
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Ep 69. Generations of dating
There is a multitude of wisdom that comes from sitting down with the women who came before you, discussing their lives, perspectives and outlooks on the world.That is why on this episode, we brought on the most honourable guests we coul...
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Ep 68. Too fussy
Does your future partner have to be over six foot, athletic build, earn over £100k or be at least five years older than you? When looking for our partner we all have a criteria and boxes that need to be ticked to be considered...
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Ep 67. The strong woman
What is a strong woman? Is strength perceived as intimidating or powerful? Does being strong mean you can’t be completely vulnerable. In this episode we explore the term ‘Strong Woman’ and our experiences with this term when dating...
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Ep 66. First conversations
When dating online or in real life those first conversations can leave you feeling excited or thinking about deleting after the second question... There's no doubt that first conversations have the biggest impression. This week we ...
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Ep 65. Mummy issues
In a follow-up to our episode on daddy issues, we explore the concept of mummy issues. Although not often referenced, relationships with our mothers can be just as turbulent as those with our fathers. This week, we discuss what mummy issues mea...
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Ep 64. Values
Most of us would love to be in a relationship where all of our core values are matched by our partners. But what if not all of your values are the same? Are you willing to compromise or are all of your values dealbreakers? This week, we discuss...
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Ep 63. Revisiting an ex
This week, we talk about revisiting an ex. Before you even consider meeting up with your ex, let us help you learn from our advice, guidance and most importantly, our mistakesJoin us in the conversation using #thedatinggamepodcast...
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Ep 61. Is dating addictive?
There comes a time when you look back at your dating life and ask yourself whether you are repeatedly dating out of habit, or whether you are truly searching for the one. This week, we ask ourselves, "Are we addicted to dating?" We discuss whet...
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Ep 60. Sexy Picture
When is the best time to send a raunchy pic that will get all your potential bae's attention? Is there a good time or will the first time always be awkward? And how far do you go?! We have all the answers. Join us as we share ...
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Ep 59. Mental health
Although taboo, it can be challenging to date when you are not mentally feeling your best. Equally, the cycle of dating, being rejected or ghosted, can have quite an effect on your mental health. On this episode, we are joine...
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Ep 58. I am not my hair!
India Arie said it with grace and musical styling. But what does hair have to do with dating? As black women, we are proud of how versatile our hair is, and how we can look like a blonde baddie today and bald babe tomorrow.
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Ep 57. Dating a silver fox
When dating an older person, how old is too old? Would you venture into sugar daddy/suga mama realms? Uncle territory? Zaddy world? This week, we discuss whether or not we would date an Uncle, what it means to be attracted to older people, and....
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Ep 56. Unapologetically me
"Just be yourself." Advice we have all heard, especially when it comes to dating. But, being yourself isn't always easy. But is holding back a little the same as censoring yourself? This week, we are joined by Niya to ...
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Ep 55. Pretty Privilege
Do you believe that people considered globally attractive have an easier time in life and do not have to 'try' as hard? This week, we discuss whether it is possible to try too hard in dating and whether you have to exercise other attributes if ...
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Ep 54. Commitment issues
Have you dated someone who you thought were getting along with only to find they have gone ghost after 4 weeks? Or maybe, you find yourself getting the ick for the 7th time this year with a very high track record for short-lived relationships? ...
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Ep 53. Daddy issues
Relationships with our fathers can be complicated. Often love-hate, sometimes mainly love, occastionally, mainly hate, but for many, sometimes they carry feelings of abandonment and rejection. On this week's episode, we have an open...
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Ep 52. New year, new energy pt 2022
Listen. We're tired. TIRED. Some might call it dating fatigue. And the fatigue is REAL. But, we keep going, we keep living and we move. In this episode, we reflect on the experiences of the past year but most importantly, on oursel...
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Ep 51. Melanin Matchmaker
This week, we invited on the founder of Melanin Matchmaker, a dating app for black singles. We discuss everything from why men cheat, open relationships, racism on dating apps and matchmaking.Join us in the conversation using #thedating...
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Ep 50. Dating with faith
For most people, discussing faith and spirituality falls into the same category as "what are we?" It's a difficult conversation to have and can be the reason to part ways if you aren't on the same page. This week, we discuss what i...
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Ep 49. Celebrity dating
This week, we talk about the influence of social media and seeing celebrity couples play out their lives on our own dating life. We discuss which celebrity couples we are rooting for, open relationships and sister wives.Join us in the co...
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Ep 48. Filtering on dating apps
How great is it that you can narrow down your selection of dating potentials by age, distance, their bad habits, height and even whether they have pets. They *could* even throw in beard length! (Just an idea, dating apps *cough cough*)
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Ep 47. Is romance dead?
With men and women at war with each other on Twitter over who should pay on a first date, this week, we asked the question, 'is romance dead?' Romance is of course more than financially driven, so what is romance? And is it still ok to give and...
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