In this episode: Instructional Matchmaker Kristin Sokol sits down with local single gal and founder of The Four Week Fix to chat it up about unique summer first date ideas that will foster connection, playfulness, curiosity and fun. If you’re looking to up your game on first date ideas. If you’re curious about intentional dating, modern matchmaking, this episode is a must-listen. It’s funny, insightful,...

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In this episode: Nearly 200 arranged relationships. Plenty of success stories. A few hard lessons. And more than a little chaos.Instructional Matchmaker Kristin Sokol sits in the studio with Four Week Fix founder Tiana Chambers to unpack the good, the bad, and the ugly from the first-ever Four Week Fix dating experiment. Hear what they learned, what participants loved, what caught them off guard, and...

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In this episode: Instructional Matchmaker Kristin Sokol and dater Barbie Berg tackle one of the most overlooked parts of online dating: profile prompts. Most people waste this valuable real estate with generic answers that blend into the crowd. In this episode, Kristin and Barbie rewrite real dating prompts, transforming them from boring and forgettable into conversation starters that spark curiosity and attract the right kind...

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In this episode: Instructional Matchmaker Kristin Sokol and dater Barbie Berg put Barbie’s dating profile photos under the microscope. Which photos deserve a spot on the profile, and which ones need to be left in the dust? Tune in as they debate the dos and don’ts of dating profile photos and reveal what your pictures might be saying before you ever send a message. If...

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In this episode: Instructional Matchmaker Kristin Sokol and dater Barbie Berg break down social media trends and insights about dating curiosity and how to make the most of new connections on a first date. The gals also talk about how to share the right details about yourself to spark a sense of curiosity in your dates.  If you’re curious about intentional dating, modern matchmaking, this...

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In this episode: Instructional Matchmaker Kristin Sokol and dater Barbie Berg are back after a few weeks away for work, travel, and real life. The first part of the episode is a warm catch-up full of travel stories, personal updates, and Kristin’s reflections on giving a toast at a client’s wedding. Then, around the 15-minute mark, the conversation takes a fascinating turn. Kristin shares powerful...

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In this episode: Instructional matchmaker Kristin Sokol, dater Barbie Berg, and comedian Steve Soelberg sit down for an honest conversation about a recent breakup in Barbie’s life. She shares what she learned, why she made the decisions she did, and how the experience actually gave her more hope that good partners exist. Along the way, Kristin offers insights that help Barbie see the relationship from...

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In this episode: Instructional matchmaker Kristin Sokol, dater Barbie Berg, and comedian Steve Soelberg sit down to talk about the fun they’ve been having at recent Singles Mingle events. They recap past activities, share some favorite moments, and preview what’s coming up next. The group also dives into a conversation about The 4 Week Fix, an arranged-relationship dating experiment. Barbie shares what her friend has...

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Instructional matchmaker Kristin Sokol, dater Barbie Berg, and comedian Steve Soelberg sit down for a fun, honest conversation about the loss of a beloved and much cared for dead tree in Barbie’s yard.  The trio draws comparisons about nurturing what is unsalvageable in the dating space. It’s funny, insightful, and full of those “oh… that’s me” moments. Don’t miss this episode. If you’re new around...

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In this episode: Instructional matchmaker Kristin Sokol, dater Barbie Berg, and comedian Steve Soelberg sit down for a fun, honest conversation about in real life activities, events and interactions. Places to go. Things to do. And what to actually do when you get there. Get real insights on how to create more of these moments in your life, plus stories from Barbie and Steve and...

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