Season 10 Episode 16: Relationship. Are you sure you want one?
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05/27/20 • 70 min
Of course you want a relationship...but do you..do you? We unpack if we really need relationships with Simone and Brendon, who created their own great relationship, only to un-create it 8-years later. We discuss why relationships are a choice, how to live a full-life whether you're in a relationship or not, and what's really important if you do choose to be with someone.
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Of course you want a relationship...but do you..do you? We unpack if we really need relationships with Simone and Brendon, who created their own great relationship, only to un-create it 8-years later. We discuss why relationships are a choice, how to live a full-life whether you're in a relationship or not, and what's really important if you do choose to be with someone.
Follow us @dateablepodcast. Check out our website for more content, live show dates, and merchandise.
Thank you to our partner for this episode:
Best Fiends Puzzle Game: Be the HERO of the story with this 5-star rated FREE puzzle adventure. Download for free on the app store or google play
BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month of online therapy at betterhelp.com/dateable with the code DATEABLE.
Cover art Photography Credit: Larry Wong #lwongphoto
Dateable is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. You can find more outstanding podcasts to subscribe to at frolic.media/podcasts
WE WROTE A BOOK! HOW TO BE DATEABLE (Simon & Schuster, Jan 2025) is available now: https://howtobedateable.com/
Our Sponsors:
* Avocado Green Mattress: Save 10% on all bedding and 50% off clearance bedding at https://avocadogreenmattress.com
* Blueland: Get 15% off Blueland Cleaning supplies at https://blueland.com/DATEABLE with the code DATEABLE
* Happy Mammoth: Take the Free Quiz & Get 15% off, sitewide, on your first purchase at happymammoth.com with the code DATEABLE
* Quince: Go to https://quince.com/dateable for free shipping and 365 day returns.
* SKIMS: Shop SKIMS Everyday Collection and more at SKIMS.com
* Washington Red Raspberries: For recipes, healthy tips, and retail locations go to https://redrazz.org
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/dateable-podcast/donations
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Previous Episode
Season 10 Episode 15: He said YES!
Why are we still waiting for the man to propose in 2020? Join us as we chat with Lauren about how she proposed to her now fiancé and took control of her love life. We discuss decoupling what traditions matter to you, how to continue to break down gender barriers, and the future of weddings with COVID-19
Follow us @dateablepodcast. Check out our website for more content, live show dates, and merchandise.
Thank you to our partner for this episode:
BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month of online therapy at betterhelp.com/dateable with the code DATEABLE.
Cover art Photography Credit: Larry Wong #lwongphoto
Dateable is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. You can find more outstanding podcasts to subscribe to at frolic.media/podcasts
WE WROTE A BOOK! HOW TO BE DATEABLE (Simon & Schuster, Jan 2025) is available now: https://howtobedateable.com/
Our Sponsors:
* Avocado Green Mattress: Save 10% on all bedding and 50% off clearance bedding at https://avocadogreenmattress.com
* Blueland: Get 15% off Blueland Cleaning supplies at https://blueland.com/DATEABLE with the code DATEABLE
* Happy Mammoth: Take the Free Quiz & Get 15% off, sitewide, on your first purchase at happymammoth.com with the code DATEABLE
* Quince: Go to https://quince.com/dateable for free shipping and 365 day returns.
* SKIMS: Shop SKIMS Everyday Collection and more at SKIMS.com
* Washington Red Raspberries: For recipes, healthy tips, and retail locations go to https://redrazz.org
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/dateable-podcast/donations
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Next Episode
Season 10 Episode 17: Racism in Dating
With the death of George Floyd and the nation-wide protests for black lives matter this week, it's time we really pay attention to how racism plays into everyday life – including dating. We compiled a few of our past episodes about the struggles of dating as black men and women in modern times. Really listen as we talk with Yelitsa, Sofaya, and Chris about how they navigate racist comments on dating apps, the extra hardships that come with dating as a person of color, and how best to openly discuss sexual racism to help put an end to this behavior.
For the full episodes:
S7E7: Dating as a Black Woman: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/season-7-episode-7-dating-as-a-black-woman/id1084105171?i=1000418697968
S8E13: Sexual Racism: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/season-8-episode-13-sexual-racism/id1084105171?i=1000438130527
Follow us @dateablepodcast. Check out our website for more content, live show dates, and merchandise.
A big thanks to Do the Bay for these resources to help during this time:
Consider donating to the following impactful causes:
American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
The Marshall Project - nonprofit criminal justice journal
Campaign Zero - policy solutions to end police violence
Protesting? Here’s a guide to staying safe.
Not comfortable protesting? Here are other impactful ways to help.
Here are some excellent resources for further education:
What is Systematic Racism? - an easy-to-understand video series
History of Racist US Laws and their effects throughout American history
The Road Not Taken - Housing and Criminal Justice 50 Years After the Kerner Commission Report
Social Exclusion: The Decisions and Dynamics that Drive Racism
Lynching in America: Confronting the Legacy of Racial Terror
How To Stop Police Violence - excellent Twitter thread
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