This week, I’m breaking down a very important (and very scientific) question: are you dating a silly goose, a silly goose ally, or—worst of all—the fun police?

After running a highly controlled “ice cream flavor test” on one pro hockey All-Star (peer-reviewed by me and Meghan), I realized something: early-stage dating is basically one long improv exercise. And not everyone is equipped for the power play.

We’re getting into:

• Why banter is one of the strongest indicators of compatibility early on
• The psychology of humor, intelligence, and cognitive flexibility
• Why some people can commit to the bit… and others panic
• What your texting chemistry reveals about long-term relationship potential
• And how to tell if it’s a bad bit… or just the wrong test subject
  

Let's be so honest for a sec: you're not just looking for someone attractive—you’re looking for someone who can keep up.

Consider this your field guide to modern dating… one silly goose at a time.