Imagine you're waiting in line, trying to decide between coffee or tea, and you catch a glimpse of someone who makes you do a double take. Are you the type to wait for the other person to strike up a conversation? Maybe for you it's no big deal to start with a compliment and see how things go. Either way, you'll want to tune in this week to see how Lauren, Aash, and Alejandro have navigated those initial sparks of attraction.

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Get ready to be inspired and motivated by the journey of this week's multitalented and endlessly passionate guest Emily Ruhl. She opens up about lessons gained from investing in herself as a young adult to flourishing with her own production company while attaining accolades for her incomparable storytelling. From helping herself and friends navigate sobriety to finding her perfect match, this is an episode you won't forget.

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So we got advice on how to avoid burnout with progress on our goals, but what about those of us who are burning out on dun, dun, DUN . . . dating apps. If you're writing (or strictly perusing, ugh weirdo), swiping, and letting fate takes its grasp for better or, more often than not, worse, we'd love to hear your thoughts on this week's episode. Lauren, Aash, and Alejandro share some interesting experiences and tips on how to make the most of your time on and off the apps. For more on this from author, journalist, and filmmaker Nancy Jo Sales, check out our interview with her in Season 2!

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Are you trying to date but feel like you're on the verge of burning out with financial, creative, or personal obstacles? Listen to wise and practical approaches to overcome challenges in many facets of life offered by business development consultant and author Ashley Stoyanov Ojeda. This week, Ashley shares her insights about creating and achieving our own measures of success and gives inside scoops about her widely acclaimed book Jefa in Training: The Business Startup Toolkit for Entrepreneurial and Creative Women!

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Are you constantly trying to fit your potential partner into boxes that suit your idea of a perfect significant other? Time certainly is flying these days, so don't miss this week's rapid fire game of "They're a 10 but . . ." Even though we side-step the speedy pace for more leisurely turns, there's a lot to unpack in the icks, last straw moments, and hilarious quirks we all experience while dating and building strong relationships. You'll catch some helpful advice for a listener who can't decide between diving in or dipping out of continuing to date someone, so tune in and send us your story!

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To tell compelling stories about the human experience takes a huge amount of courage, which is what award-winning screenwriter, producer, and actor Heather Turman shares on this week's episode! She tells us all about her dating life, including a divorce leading up to meeting her wife! If you're curious about those moments where intention, purpose, and compatibility match up in such a beautiful way, then tune in for this gift of insight. This week's episode is not one to miss- especially if you’re feeling stuck in your current relationship!

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In this weeks episode, we discuss everything long distance relationships and what happens when you move to the same city after surviving it. How do you handle spending equal time with your friends and partner? How do you not feel suffocated by the relationship? How are you able to go from every hang out being a celebration to adjusting to normal life together? As Lauren makes her big move to NYC, we discuss her experience from being long distance for almost 6 years and some of the things she's going through now that she'll be living in the same city as her partner.

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Jump into the river of fluidity with actor and artist Aidan Alexander to hear about what he is achieving and learning as he broadens his own horizons through his own music and brilliance. Don't miss Aidan's take on the ups and downs of dating an actor and the interesting balance between vulnerability and perception. You're in for a treat if you like jalapeños and orchids!

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Writer, director, filmmaker and community advocate Andrew Lara Cervantes takes time out of a busy schedule to visit the podcast right before this week's premiere of his short film 'El Marijuano' in the LatinXcellence category of the 2022 Outfest LA Film Festival. Don't miss an episode full of wise words, hilarious stories, and memorable conversations that have had an impact on Andrew's journey in dating, relationships, and pursuing his passions.

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Do you feel weird asking questions that dig into the nitty gritty of learning more about someone else? Whether dating or in a long-term relationship, are there lulls in conversation because you're avoiding controversy? Don't miss this week's episode when our hosts unfold the benefits of paying attention to curiosity as a barometer for a healthy relationship.

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