In this episode of the Sex and Bacon podcast, we're kicking off a brand-new series—The Dating Circle! Host Sarah introduces us to two incredible women, Jess and Tina, as they embark on their dating journeys, sharing all the juicy details, awkward encounters, and hard-earned lessons along the way.

From navigating dating apps and ghosting to defining what they're really looking for in a partner, this candid conversation is filled with laughs, surprises, and some hard truths about modern dating.

🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways:

1. 💘 Dating in the Digital Age: Jess and Tina open up about their experiences with Tinder, Hinge, and Facebook Dating—why some platforms work better than others and what really goes on behind the scenes of online dating.

2. 💔 The Struggles of Modern Romance: From ghosting to awkward first dates, the ladies spill their worst dating experiences—including one that involved a surprise LARPing confession!

3. 💡 What Women Really Want: Confidence, ambition, and emotional intelligence—Jess and Tina break down the qualities that matter most when looking for a partner.

4. 🔥 Who Should Make the First Move? Should men take the lead in planning dates, or is it a mutual effort? The conversation dives into the importance of confidence, effort, and setting the tone for a relationship.

5. 📌 The Homework Assignment: Jess and Tina have two weeks to find and go on a date—who will they meet, and how will it go? Stay tuned for the next episode to find out!

We get into:

• 00:00 Introduction to the Dating Circle Series

• 01:30 Meet Jess: A Journey Through Divorce and Dating

• 03:35 Meet Tina: Single Mom Navigating the Dating World

• 04:45 Dating Apps: Tinder, Hinge, and Facebook Dating

• 07:44 The Challenges of Online Dating

• 13:45 Worst Date Stories: Tina's Experience

• 19:05 Worst Date Stories: Jess's Experience

• 26:40 The Oven Thermometer Gift

• 27:43 Debating Dating Expenses

• 28:33 Splitting the Bill on Dates

• 32:13 Worst Date Stories

• 39:17 Online Dating Realities

• 43:35 What Women Want in a Man

• 49:49 Dating Homework Assignment

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