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Are we finding love or just finding the ick? 👀In this episode of First Rounds On Me (a First Round’s On Me production), we dive into the dating myths and modern theories that are shaking up today’s relationships. From emotional “exit ramps” to the rise of the “wife drought,” we ask the hard questions:Why do people chase the ick instead of leaning into connection?Are women’s expanding options redefining what partnership means?Is being “too available” actually a red flag—or just a sign of maturity?We share real stories, challenge old gender roles, and unpack why healthy love sometimes feels so uncomfortable in a world obsessed with playing games.💬 Drop your biggest “ick” in the comments—we might feature it in a future episode!👉 If you’ve ever blocked someone for saying “yummy”, panicked at a quick text back, or questioned what “wife material” really means in 2025, this one’s for you.🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more unfiltered takes on modern dating.Chapters00:00 – Intro & setting the stage00:25 – The “ick” and emotional exit ramps02:20 – Digital vs. physical icks in dating04:00 – Why we look for reasons to check out05:20 – Personal stories of unexpected icks06:20 – Can an ick turn into something endearing?07:20 – The “green flag ick” (when healthy love feels weird)08:40 – Too available or just emotionally mature?11:45 – Playing games vs. genuine connection12:45 – The “wife drought” theory explained14:20 – Are men scared that women have more options?15:25 – Shifting gender roles & rising standards17:00 – The dating age gap: challenges for men & women21:15 – Redefining partnership in modern relationships22:40 – Why men must rise emotionally as women rise financially23:35 – Wrap-up & next episode teaserDownload FROM: https://firstroundsonme.coInstagram: / firstroundsonmeTikTok: / firstroundsonmeappJoe:https://www.instagram.com/firstroundsonjoe/Hannah :https://www.instagram.com/hannah_glasby/Exclusive Offer - Transform Your Dating Life Today!Say goodbye to swiping left and hello to real connections! First Round’s On Me helps you skip the awkward stages and find meaningful matches. Get a FREE month of FROM’s premium subscription—all you have to do is use our code DATING!

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Welcome back to First Round’s On Me! Today, we’re thrilled to welcome a true queen of dating advice, the incredible Ali Jackson! As the co-host of the wildly popular podcast Finding Mr. Height, Ali has been guiding listeners through the ups and downs of modern dating, offering advice that’s equal parts insightful, honest, and empowering.Today, we’ll be diving into Ali’s best first date tips, how to prepare for a date, and what to do after the date to keep things on the right track. Plus, we’ll talk successful relationship advice, navigating dating apps, and of course, play a few fun games that’ll put her expert knowledge to the test.Exclusive Offer - Unlock Your Best Dating Adventure! ❤️✨Tired of the same old dating struggles? FROM is here to help you find genuine connections that last! Use the code DATING or a FREE month of FROM’s premium subscription—available to every listener.Promo Code - DATINGLink - https://from.onelink.me/LQvW/fromIf you’re loving the conversation, hit that like button, drop a comment with your thoughts, and hit subscribe for more unfiltered dating talk on First Round’s On Me! ✨Download FROM: https://firstroundsonme.co Instagram: / firstroundsonme TikTok: / firstroundsonmeapp Joe: / firstroundsonjoe Hannah : / hannah_glasby

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Welcome back to FROM — a First Round’s On Me podcast production. Today’s guest is one of the internet’s favorite flirts who has the kind of energy you can't scroll past — Sydney Matthews. She’s clever, fiery, and somehow always knows the perfect thing to say — or, the worst thing to admit. In todays episode, we’re diving headfirst into the deep end of dating chaos — from delusional flirting tactics that somehow work, to controversial dating takes, and the beautiful mess that is modern romance. Nothing is off limits, and no red flag is safe. It’s everything you didn’t know you needed. Sydney Matthews, welcome to the show!00:00 – Intro: Sydney Matthews joins the show01:30 – Dating App Burnout & Why Ghosting Happens04:15 – Sydney’s Thoughts on First Date Nerves06:40 – The “Show Your Personality Fast” Trap09:10 – What Makes a Great First Date?11:30 – Why the 3-Date Rule Actually Works14:05 – Authenticity vs. Performance on Dates16:50 – How to Be Intentional Without Being Intense19:35 – Sydney on Modern Masculinity & Confidence22:10 – Dating in Your 30s vs. Your 20s25:00 – When the Spark Isn’t Instant—Should You Still Go?28:20 – Real Talk: Being Honest About What You Want31:00 – When “Cool” Becomes Confusing33:30 – Why We Set Expectations Without Communicating36:00 – The Little Moments That Create Connection38:45 – Sydney’s Advice for Overthinkers in Dating41:30 – Final Reflections: Self-Worth and Standards44:00 – Outro: What It Means to Date with PurposeIf you’re loving the conversation, hit that like button, drop a comment with your thoughts, and hit subscribe for more unfiltered dating talk on First Round’s on Me!Download FROM: https://firstroundsonme.coInstagram: / firstroundsonmeTikTok: / firstroundsonmeappJoe:https://www.instagram.com/firstroundsonjoe/Hannah :https://www.instagram.com/hannah_glasby/Exclusive Offer - Transform Your Dating Life Today!Say goodbye to swiping left and hello to real connections! First Round’s On Me helps you skip the awkward stages and find meaningful matches. Get a FREE month of FROM’s premium subscription—all you have to do is use our code DATING!

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Welcome back to another episode of First Round's On Me! Today, we're thrilled to have the wonderfully witty and insightful Taylor LaVie join us!In today’s episode, we dive into some golden relationship advice from Taylor: slow down! In the rush to find love, we often miss out on the magic of the early stages. Taylor reminds us that savoring those moments is what makes relationships special—there's beauty in a slow burn. Speaking of intimacy, we can't help but chuckle as Taylor shares her hilarious take on the real truths of being in a long-term relationship— including the not-so-glamorous habits that come with comfort. We’ll also tackle the challenges of dating apps—how often does a profile mismatch reality? And what does that mean for your first date plans?And get ready for some laughs as we explore her worst first date ever. Spoiler alert: If a guy offers to cook for you on a first date, it's a major red flag! 🚩Exclusive Offer - Ready to Level Up Your Dating Game? ❤️✨Tired of bad dates, endless ghosting, and mindless messaging? It’s time to make dating exciting again with First Round’s On Me! Discover real, meaningful connections that go beyond the small talk. The best part? You can grab a FREE month of FROM’s premium Terracotta subscription with our code DATING !Promo Code - DATINGLink - https://from.onelink.me/LQvW/fromIf you’re loving the conversation, hit that like button, drop a comment with your thoughts, and hit subscribe for more unfiltered dating talk on First Round’s On Me! ✨Download FROM: https://firstroundsonme.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstroundsonme/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@firstroundsonmeapp Joe: https://www.instagram.com/firstroundsonjoe/Hannah : https://www.instagram.com/hannah_glasby/Taylor LaVie: https://www.instagram.com/tayylavie/Content of this video00:00 - Intro03:27 - Austin McBroom’s Dating Show09:07 - Her Relationship with Marco Delveccio & Some Solid Relationship Advice22:42 - Sex and Intimacy32:04 - First Dates/The Worst Date She’s Ever Been On…48:46 - How Well Do You Know Yourself55:00 - This or That58:12 - Outro

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On this week’s episode of First Round’s On Me, we're diving deep into modern dating with the incredibly candid and insightful Trenton Acrey! We tackle the paradox of choice in today’s dating world—Trenton shares his thoughts on why many of us don’t even know what we truly want anymore 🤔 We also get into some juicy dating app insights—his pet peeves about profile pics and why it’s essential to have a profile that’s all about YOU. Trenton and Hannah then explore whether men should always foot the bill on dates and why he believes it’s crucial, even if the date doesn’t go as planned. Find out how Trenton views handling players and why he believes matching energy is key to navigating relationships. He also reveals his love for the First Round’s On Me app and its unique features that bring back the authentic, old-school vibe of dating. 🗓️✨And, is respect more important than love in relationships? Trenton weighs in on this and other hot topics, including how many dates it takes to get serious and what truly makes a woman feel confident and valued.If you’re loving the conversation, hit that like button, drop a comment with your thoughts, and hit subscribe for more unfiltered dating talk on First Round’s On Me! ✨Download FROME: https://firstroundsonme.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstroundsonme/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@firstroundsonmeapp Joe: https://www.instagram.com/firstroundsonjoe/Content of this video00:00 - Intro05:32 - Dating Scene in Austin08:11 - Ultimate Dating Do’s and Don’ts19:15 - Best way to handle a player?19:51 - FROM’s Features23:22 - Best Date Ideas26:56 - Must Know Dating Rules for Men30:44 - Relationship Secrets from Men36:26 - What Men Need In A Relationship38:35 - How Well Do You Know Yourself?42:49 - This or That Dating Edition45:01 - Rapid Fire

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Modern dating apps are full of matches... but no actual dates. In this special episode of First Rounds On Me, we pull back the curtain on why we built the app to function completely differently—and why that’s exactly what dating needs.Chapters00:00 - Why Dating Feels Like a Game00:24 - Welcome to the FROM App Breakdown01:47 - What Users Want vs What Actually Works04:00 - The Illusion of 130 Likes06:00 - Dopamine vs Intentionality08:00 - The Startup Catch-2210:36 - Why You Only Get One Date Per Day13:56 - Why Planning the Date Comes First15:55 - The Gamification Trap18:30 - Why We Limit Chat to 24 Hours21:00 - The Illusion of Emotional Intimacy24:00 - Why You Shouldn’t “Use Up” First-Date Topics Early25:34 - Why First Dates Should Be Drinks, Not Dinners27:33 - The $35 Lesson28:56 - This App Isn’t Taking Away—It’s Adding29:30 - Free Code for One Month Premium30:28 - The Social Events Feature31:40 - Final Thoughts on Dating IntentionallyNew episodes every Monday. Subscribe for more real talk on dating, relationships, and everything in between.If you’re loving the conversation, hit that like button, drop a comment with your thoughts, and hit subscribe for more unfiltered dating talk on First Round’s on Me!Download FROM: https://firstroundsonme.coInstagram: / firstroundsonmeTikTok: / firstroundsonmeappJoe:https://www.instagram.com/firstroundsonjoe/Hannah :https://www.instagram.com/hannah_glasby/Exclusive Offer - Transform Your Dating Life Today!Say goodbye to swiping left and hello to real connections! First Round’s On Me helps you skip the awkward stages and find meaningful matches. Get a FREE month of FROM’s premium subscription—all you have to do is use our code DATING!

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Today, we are thrilled to welcome back two familiar faces to the show. What began as separate journeys on our platform has now blossomed into a beautiful relationship. Jonathan Heit, known not only for his acting roles in films like "Bedtime Stories," "Valentine's Day," and "Date Night," but also as a gallery owner at Heit Gallery, joins us alongside the beautiful and talented Eden McCoy, an Emmy award-winning actress celebrated for her portrayal of Josslyn Jacks on "General Hospital."We got the scoop on their journey from friendship to love, uncovered their unique insights on maintaining a relationship amidst busy schedules and the spotlight, and put their connection to the test with some fun challenges to see how well they know each other…If you enjoyed our conversation, please consider liking, commenting, and subscribing to our channel. And stay tuned for more insightful discussions and fascinating stories on First Rounds On Me!Eden McCoy: https://www.instagram.com/edenmccoy/Jonathan Heit: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanheit/Download FROME: https://firstroundsonme.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstroundsonme/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@firstroundsonmeapp Joe: https://www.instagram.com/firstroundsonjoe/

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In this episode, Kenzie opens up about her past relationships, shedding light on the toxic patterns she faced, from being told who she could hang out with to even turning down career opportunities. With Cole, though, she made a vow: no more limits, just trust and open communication.Exclusive Offer -Unlock Your Best Dating Adventure! ❤️✨Tired of the same old dating struggles? FROM is here to help you find genuine connections that last! Use the code DATING or a FREE month of FROM’s premium—available to every listener.Promo Code - DATINGLink - https://from.onelink.me/LQvW/fromIf you’re loving the conversation, hit that like button, drop a comment with your thoughts, and hit subscribe for more unfiltered dating talk on First Round’s On Me! ✨Content of this video00:00 - Intro00:30 Meet-cute 06:45 Making Time13:10 Music Career19:40 Word Vomit 23:09 How Do You Heal from Heartbreak?25:42 Cole’s Music27:12 Cowriting 29:47 Is Ghosting Normal?32:55 Digital or In-Person?37:60 Rapid-FireDownload FROM: https://firstroundsonme.co Instagram: / firstroundsonme TikTok: / firstroundsonmeapp Joe: / firstroundsonjoe Hannah : / hannah_glasby Kenzie Ziegler: https://www.bandsintown.com/a/220875?came_from=267&app_id=linktree-0000220875&utm_medium=api&utm_source=public_api&utm_campaign=artist https://www.instagram.com/kenzie/?hl=en Cole Sage:https://www.instagram.com/notcolesage/?hl=en

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This is Episode 2 of our special And Just Like That, Joe Pressed Play series—where we rewatch, unpack, and argue our way through the most iconic and chaotic moments from Sex and the City and beyond.This week, it’s the ultimate emotional tug-of-war: Big + chaos vs Aidan + stability. We dive deep into what draws us to dysfunction, how our dating history shapes our preferences, and why emotional safety is often mistaken for boredom. Plus, real talk about passion vs peace, the lessons we learn from our “Bigs,” and why most of us secretly want an Aidan.If you’ve ever had to choose between the spark and the safe choice… this one’s for you.💬 Drop your take in the comments: #TeamAidan or #TeamBig?👉 Subscribe + hit the 🔔 for new episodes every Monday!0:00 – Part 2 Begins0:57 – Drawn to Chaos3:07 – Big Love or Red Flag?5:08 – Safe vs Passionate7:08 – Wedding Fiasco10:26 – Timing vs Compatibility13:07 – Big Lessons15:30 – Passion ≠ Partnership17:48 – Dating in Your 20s19:09 – Safe is Sexy21:33 – Big or Aidan on FROM?22:16 – Final ThoughtsIf you’re loving the conversation, hit that like button, drop a comment with your thoughts, and hit subscribe for more unfiltered dating talk on First Round’s on Me!Download FROM: https://firstroundsonme.coInstagram: / firstroundsonmeTikTok: / firstroundsonmeappJoe:https://www.instagram.com/firstroundsonjoe/Hannah :https://www.instagram.com/hannah_glasby/Exclusive Offer - Transform Your Dating Life Today!Say goodbye to swiping left and hello to real connections! First Round’s On Me helps you skip the awkward stages and find meaningful matches. Get a FREE month of FROM’s premium subscription—all you have to do is use our code DATING!

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Actor, model, and host of the “Smoochy Town” dating podcast Marco DelVecchio joins us to talk reality TV, Hollywood hookups, dating disasters, and why he gave up a full-ride to Brown University for the stage. From wild date stories and sex confessions to real talk on love, masculinity, and finding his place in LA, this episode is unfiltered and unforgettable. Buckle up.👉 Subscribe for more candid convos every Monday.🎙️ Listen to the full podcast on Spotify & Apple Podcasts.📱 Follow Marco: @marcodelvec📱 Follow FROM: @firstroundsonme0:00 – Intro: Marco Delvecchio joins the pod1:00 – From football star to musical theater and LA dreams2:30 – Landing Havana with Camila Cabello + 50+ commercials4:10 – Discovering comedy & bombing at the Chateau6:00 – Smoochy Town origins: Dating podcast no one asked for8:00 – Hookups, billboards, and persona vs. real life10:15 – Why girls don’t want to date him + wild date stories12:40 – Love, rejection, and “coming in her face lotion”14:30 – What makes a great podcast guest16:30 – His favorite guests and post-podcast hookups18:50 – Catching feelings and getting ghosted22:00 – Did he give her the ick? Or was it fear of love?25:00 – Nice guy vs. fuckboy dilemma28:00 – Sex on the first date – yay or nay?30:00 – Reverse cowgirl (but with him on top?)32:00 – Performance anxiety & penis size talk34:00 – Relationship honesty, breakups, and phone snooping37:00 – Breakups that lead to growth39:00 – Dating games, pick-up lines & pool sharks41:00 – Would Marco date himself?43:00 – Hilarious trivia game: Finish the sentence45:30 – Rapid fire wrap-upNew episodes every Monday. Subscribe for more real talk on dating, relationships, and everything in between.If you’re loving the conversation, hit that like button, drop a comment with your thoughts, and hit subscribe for more unfiltered dating talk on First Round’s on Me!Download FROM: https://firstroundsonme.coInstagram: / firstroundsonmeTikTok: / firstroundsonmeappJoe:https://www.instagram.com/firstroundsonjoe/Hannah :https://www.instagram.com/hannah_glasby/Exclusive Offer - Transform Your Dating Life Today!Say goodbye to swiping left and hello to real connections! First Round’s On Me helps you skip the awkward stages and find meaningful matches. Get a FREE month of FROM’s premium subscription—all you have to do is use our code DATING!

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