In this episode: Dater’s Barbie, Steve, and Instructional Matchmaker Kristin Sokol reunite at Salt Lake City’s Edison House for a lively catch-up episode! 👉 Barbie dishes on her latest dating adventures, including the brief reappearance of Monster Truck Guy. She also gives us the inside scoop on what dating is like in Virginia (spoiler: it’s a whole different game than Utah). Steve keeps us laughing...

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Instructional Matchmaker Kristin Sokol sits down with Philadelphia based Matchmaker and Super Connector Michal Niasteter for an in-depth conversation about love for late bloomers. Is it ever too late to find love? What about those who have little or no relationship experience? What about those with no experience with sex, intimacy, or even physical contact with a partner? 👉 Michal completed her graduate education in...

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In this episode: Instructional Matchmaker Kristin Sokol sits down for part two with internet-famous entrepreneur Bubba Page! The pair continues their candid conversation on all things dating. 👉 Bubba shares his year-long journey in the dating world so far, from meeting people on social media to referrals from trusted friends. Together, they break down strategies for vetting potential partners. You’ll get ideas on how to...

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In this episode: In this episode, Instructional Matchmaker Kristin Sokol sits down with internet-famous entrepreneur Bubba Page for a candid conversation about all things dating. 👉 New here? This is your chance to hear Kristin’s journey to becoming an Instructional Matchmaker. Bubba shares his own backstory—from faith-filled father of 8 to serial entrepreneur—and now, stepping back into the dating pool as a divorced dad. 👉...

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In this episode, Dating Coach & Matchmaker Kristin Sokol sits down with Comedian Steve Soelberg and Singles Mingle Events founder Molly Bitton for a double dose of dating talk and laughs. 👉 Part One: Did you know we’re going to 50% fewer parties than we were 20 years ago? This sad-but-true statistic has a huge impact on the dating world. Kristin, Steve, and Molly break...

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In this episode: 👉 Feel like you struggle to meet people at parties, events, or anywhere new? You’re not alone! In this episode, we dive into how you can easily bring the charm back to your IRL connections. What to say and how to do it!  👉 Kristin sits down with Molly Bitton, founder of Singles Mingle Events, to chat about what’s happening in the...

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In this episode: 👉 The do’s and don’ts of what to share and what to keep private when meeting new people digitally.  👉 Kristin and Molly Bitton, founder of Singles Mingle Events get informed by cyber security expert Sarah Kimmel. Host of Oh My Tech Podcast.  👉 Sarah Kimmel answers specific questions about what’s safe to say on a dating profile and if it’s okay...

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In this episode: 👉 The do’s and don’ts of making your dates unforgettable—how to sparkle instead of fizzle on a first date. 👉 Kristin walks Steve through a dating fumble where he missed a chance to connect, and teaches the Dating Order of Operations for getting a new connection off the ground. 👉 Learn the real Order of Operations in dating—step by step, from first...

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If you’re new around here—welcome to the chaotic joyride that is Barbie Does Dating, where we explore the wild, wonderful, and occasionally cringe-worthy world of dating in Utah culture.  Your hosts:Barbie Berg – Fearless dater with stories you’ll swear were scripted (they weren’t).Kristin Sokol – Professional Dating Coach, matchmaker and wise woman of the Wasatch.Steve Soelberg – Single, hilarious, and injured himself trying to find...

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We’re back for our second-ever video episode, and yes—it’s even better than the first.  If you’re new around here—welcome to the chaotic joyride that is Barbie Does Dating, where we explore the wild, wonderful, and occasionally cringe-worthy world of dating in Utah culture. Your hosts:Barbie Berg – fearless dater with stories you’ll swear were scripted (they weren’t).Kristin Sokol – professional Dating Coach and wise woman...

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