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First Dates: The Podcast

First Dates: The Podcast

Podimo & Twenty Twenty

Join Frankie Bridge and Cici Coleman as they enter the world of love and romance in First Dates: The Podcast. In each episode real people join Frankie and Cici to tell their real stories. From dating disasters of epic proportions to romantic tales of love at first sight. It's the chat that happens every week all over the UK as people finish up a date, settle the bill and then get straight 'round to their best mate's house for a debrief. Follow the show and don’t miss an episode, published weekly on Thursdays. Presented by: Frankie Bridge: https://www.instagram.com/frankiebridge/ Cici Coleman: https://www.instagram.com/cici_coleman_/ From Podimo and Twenty Twenty, this is First Dates: The Podcast https://www.instagram.com/firstdates/ Presented by Frankie Bridge & Cici Coleman Produced by Blandine Hoge and Ffion Lewis Executive Producers for Podimo: Jake Chudnow & Matt White Executive Producer for Twenty Twenty: Martin Trickey With Thanks – Bruna Pias, Kendra Steeb, Fatima Botella, Rob Walsh
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First Dates: The Podcast - 9: The Open Table Episode

9: The Open Table Episode

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09/07/23 • 37 min

Nisha shares her experience with love bombing and getting swept up in a toxic relationship. Follow the show and don’t miss an episode, published weekly on Thursdays.
Presented by:
Frankie Bridge: https://www.instagram.com/frankiebridge/
Cici Coleman: https://www.instagram.com/cici_coleman_/
Got something to say? Let us know at listentofirstdates.com
From Podimo and Twenty Twenty, this is First Dates: The Podcast
https://www.instagram.com/firstdates/
Presented by Frankie Bridge & Cici Coleman
Produced by Blandine Hoge and Ffion Lewis
Executive Producers for Podimo: Jake Chudnow & Matt White
Executive Producer for Twenty Twenty: Martin Trickey
With Thanks – Bruna Pias, Kendra Steeb, Fatima Botella, Rob Walsh
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First Dates: The Podcast - 8: Stand Up Not Stood Up

8: Stand Up Not Stood Up

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08/31/23 • 36 min

Frankie & Cici meet up with comedian Gilli Apter to discuss how dating changes as you get older. Gilli shares the lessons she learns, as well as some hilarious audience submitted stories from her comedy show True Dating Stories. Follow the show and don’t miss an episode, published weekly on Thursdays.
Presented by:
Frankie Bridge: https://www.instagram.com/frankiebridge/
Cici Coleman: https://www.instagram.com/cici_coleman_/
From Podimo and Twenty Twenty, this is First Dates: The Podcast
https://www.instagram.com/firstdates/
Got something to say? Let us know at listentofirstdates.com
Presented by Frankie Bridge & Cici Coleman
Produced by Blandine Hoge and Ffion Lewis
Executive Producers for Podimo: Jake Chudnow & Matt White
Executive Producer for Twenty Twenty: Martin Trickey
With Thanks – Bruna Pias, Kendra Steeb, Fatima Botella, Rob Walsh
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First Dates: The Podcast - 7: Pole Dancing & Packing Up Everything
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08/24/23 • 28 min

Art lives in Poland, Damien lives in Manchester. We hear how their whirlwind romance unfolds and the ups and downs of jumping in feet first - Follow the show and don’t miss an episode, published weekly on Thursdays.
Presented by:
Frankie Bridge: https://www.instagram.com/frankiebridge/
Cici Coleman: https://www.instagram.com/cici_coleman_/
From Podimo and Twenty Twenty, this is First Dates: The Podcast
https://www.instagram.com/firstdates/
Got something to say? Let us know at listentofirstdates.com
Presented by Frankie Bridge & Cici Coleman
Produced by Blandine Hoge and Ffion Lewis
Executive Producers for Podimo: Jake Chudnow & Matt White
Executive Producer for Twenty Twenty: Martin Trickey
With Thanks – Bruna Pias, Kendra Steeb, Fatima Botella, Rob Walsh
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First Dates: The Podcast - 6: Drunken Disasters and A Pit of Despair
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08/17/23 • 39 min

Declan believes that fortune favours the brave but a little too much Dutch courage means that chaos is about to ensue. Meanwhile Georgia gets in over her head at the trampoline park on a blind double date giving us a double dose of cringe. Follow the show and don’t miss an episode, published weekly on Thursday
Presented by:
Frankie Bridge: https://www.instagram.com/frankiebridge/
Cici Coleman: https://www.instagram.com/cici_coleman_/
From Podimo and Twenty Twenty, this is First Dates: The Podcast
https://www.instagram.com/firstdates/
Got something to say? Let us know at listentofirstdates.com
Produced by Blandine Hoge & Ffion Lewis
Executive Producers for Podimo: Jake Chudnow & Matt White
Executive Producer for Twenty Twenty: Martin Trickey
Video Producer Rob Walsh
With Thanks – Bruna Pias, Kendra Steeb, Fatima Botella
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First Dates: The Podcast - 5: Punched by a Hufflepuff🪄

5: Punched by a Hufflepuff🪄

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08/10/23 • 33 min

It's a rocky start for Gemma and Kyle when she punches him in the face at a nightclub before they've even met, and it only gets worse when a wardrobe malfunction threatens to derail their first date. But can love conquer all for this week's daters? Follow the show and don’t miss an episode, published weekly on Thursdays.
Presented by:
Frankie Bridge: https://www.instagram.com/frankiebridge/
Cici Coleman: https://www.instagram.com/cici_coleman_/
From Podimo and Twenty Twenty, this is First Dates: The Podcast
https://www.instagram.com/firstdates/
Got something to say? Let us know at listentofirstdates.com
Produced by Blandine Hoge & Ffion Lewis
Executive Producers for Podimo: Jake Chudnow & Matt White
Executive Producer for Twenty Twenty: Martin Trickey
Video Producer Rob Walsh
With Thanks – Bruna Pias, Kendra Steeb, Fatima Botella
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First Dates: The Podcast - 4: Dating with a Disability

4: Dating with a Disability

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08/03/23 • 26 min

When Asta Philpot was born, the doctors told his parents he wouldn’t survive the week. Over 40 years later, Asta’s living life in the fast lane - campaigning for disability rights, and starring in numerous documentaries and TV shows. More than anything though, Asta loves love and dreams of finding the one.
Follow the show and don’t miss an episode, published weekly on Thursdays.
Presented by:
Frankie Bridge: https://www.instagram.com/frankiebridge/
Cici Coleman: https://www.instagram.com/cici_coleman_/
From Podimo and Twenty Twenty, this is First Dates: The Podcast
https://www.instagram.com/firstdates/
Got something to say? Let us know at listentofirstdates.com
Produced by Blandine Hoge & Ffion Lewis
Executive Producers for Podimo: Jake Chudnow & Matt White
Executive Producer for Twenty Twenty: Martin Trickey
Video Producer Rob Walsh
With Thanks – Bruna Pias, Kendra Steeb, Fatima Botella
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First Dates: The Podcast - 3: Two Toilet Tales 💩

3: Two Toilet Tales 💩

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07/27/23 • 42 min

This week, daters Sean and Daisy share their two dating disaster stories that have one thing in common, both dates ended up in the toilet...literally!
Follow the show and don’t miss an episode, published weekly on Thursdays.
Presented by:
Frankie Bridge: https://www.instagram.com/frankiebridge/
Cici Coleman: https://www.instagram.com/cici_coleman_/
From Podimo and Twenty Twenty, this is First Dates: The Podcast
https://www.instagram.com/firstdates/
Got something to say? Let us know at listentofirstdates.com
Produced by Blandine Hoge & Ffion Lewis
Executive Producers for Podimo: Jake Chudnow & Matt White
Executive Producer for Twenty Twenty: Martin Trickey
Video Producer Rob Walsh
With Thanks – Bruna Pias, Kendra Steeb, Fatima Botella
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First Dates: The Podcast - 2: Naked Attraction brought us together
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07/20/23 • 39 min

For today's loved-up episode, we've got a couple. It all started when Rachel’s mum sent her a link to an episode of Naked Attraction featuring Kieron, totally starkers. But it would be several years before fate would finally bring them together for their first date.
Follow the show and don’t miss an episode, published weekly on Thursdays.
Presented by:
Frankie Bridge: https://www.instagram.com/frankiebridge/
Cici Coleman: https://www.instagram.com/cici_coleman_/
From Podimo and Twenty Twenty, this is First Dates: The Podcast
https://www.instagram.com/firstdates/
Got something to say? Let us know at listentofirstdates.com
Produced by Blandine Hoge & Ffion Lewis
Executive Producers for Podimo: Jake Chudnow & Matt White
Executive Producer for Twenty Twenty: Martin Trickey
Video Producer Rob Walsh
With Thanks – Bruna Pias, Kendra Steeb, Fatima Botella
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First Dates: The Podcast - 1: Bedtime Noises and Fiery Conversation
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07/20/23 • 32 min

Frankie and Cici are joined by Becca and Abby for the very first episode of this podcast! This week's theme is: awkward. Becca's date took a turn for the worse when he suggested a soundtrack for bedtime, and Abby's date literally saw sparks flying across the table...but not in a good way.
Follow the show and don’t miss an episode, published weekly on Thursdays.
Presented by:
Frankie Bridge: https://www.instagram.com/frankiebridge/
Cici Coleman: https://www.instagram.com/cici_coleman_/
From Podimo and Twenty Twenty, this is First Dates: The Podcast
https://www.instagram.com/firstdates/
Got something to say? Let us know at listentofirstdates.com
Produced by Blandine Hoge & Ffion Lewis
Executive Producers for Podimo: Jake Chudnow & Matt White
Executive Producer for Twenty Twenty: Martin Trickey
Video Producer Rob Walsh
With Thanks – Bruna Pias, Kendra Steeb, Fatima Botella
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First Dates: The Podcast - 10: The Baby Episode

10: The Baby Episode

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09/14/23 • 33 min

Katie decides to take the leap and become a solo parent in her 40s... but then meets Steve. This episode features someone sharing their fertility journey, please listen with care. Follow the show and don’t miss an episode, published weekly on Thursdays.
Presented by:
Frankie Bridge: https://www.instagram.com/frankiebridge/
Cici Coleman: https://www.instagram.com/cici_coleman_/
Got something to say? Let us know at listentofirstdates.com.
From Podimo and Twenty Twenty, this is First Dates: The Podcast
https://www.instagram.com/firstdates/
Presented by Frankie Bridge & Cici Coleman
Produced by Blandine Hoge and Ffion Lewis
Executive Producers for Podimo: Jake Chudnow & Matt White
Executive Producer for Twenty Twenty: Martin Trickey
With Thanks – Bruna Pias, Kendra Steeb, Fatima Botella, Rob Walsh
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How many episodes does First Dates: The Podcast have?

First Dates: The Podcast currently has 23 episodes available.

What topics does First Dates: The Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Society & Culture, Comedy, Podcasts, Relationships and Comedy Interviews.

What is the most popular episode on First Dates: The Podcast?

The episode title '9: The Open Table Episode' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on First Dates: The Podcast?

The average episode length on First Dates: The Podcast is 36 minutes.

How often are episodes of First Dates: The Podcast released?

Episodes of First Dates: The Podcast are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of First Dates: The Podcast?

The first episode of First Dates: The Podcast was released on Jul 6, 2023.

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