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Alex Ashraf AKA The Basic Blogger B*tch is  a lifestyle blogger based in Dallas Texas. She talks about everything from Politics to her favorite Gluten Free finds and loves sharing her shenanigans with her followers. 

She sits down with Andrea to give some life updates, discuss politics, talk about the latest attacks on the Muslim community - and ways to help, boy drama, and receives some wise advice from Andrea (100/50 and the poop text theories). 

It's fun, informative, and one you won't want to miss. Enjoy!

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Andrea is joined by Dating Coach Connell Barrett author of the Amazon bestselling book “Dating Sucks but You Don’t". He is a dating coach and the founder of Dating Transformation.

He helps men connect with women by unlocking their best, most authentic selves. Connell has appeared on "Access Hollywood" and the "Today" Show, and in many magazines, including Best Life, Cosmopolitan, Oprah Magazine, and Playboy. He's also an advisor for AskMen and currently lives and works in New York City.

Learn more about him at DatingTransformation.com or @Datingtransformation on Instagram. You can also find his book "Dating Sucks but You Don't"  on Amazon. 

It's  a fun convo full of advice, tips, and tricks  for both men and women!

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*Trigger Warning: Miscarriage*

Kayla sits down with Andrea to talk about it all! It's an open and honest conversation about suffering a miscarriage, losing relationships, finding love again, plants, and learning to walk away from toxic environments. It's an episode full of emotions and they're spilling all the tea. 

Feathers might be ruffled ...

Kayla is a fitness instructor for Equinox in the wee hours of the morning and after most people get off work but by day she’s a social media consultant and graphic designer who owns her own business—kdmktg. 

She’s a lover of books, a hoarder of plants and is currently the mom to 4 dogs. Born & raised in Portland, OR—she is bohemian at heart and is always full of energy. Kayla is now living in Dallas, TX and pursuing her best life. 

Instagram: @kndye

Website: kayladye.com

Email: [email protected] 

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Andrea is joined by the amazing ladies of Sippin' with Us Podcast. Sippin’ With Us was started by 3 Latinas with the purpose of opening up conversations about mental health, confidence, and self acceptance. They noticed there was a need of more Latino representation in the podcast community and have been fortunate to bring along guests into their podcast that have been open to sharing their stories with the purpose to help others in their own journey to self acceptance.

She sits down with Martha, Mayra, and Paula to discuss what is was like to start a podcast at the beginning of the pandemic, growing up Latina and the cultural pressures & differences that come along with it.

As with any girls get together they also talk about astrology, generational trauma, Bennifer!, and so much more. 

It's a lovely chat with amazing Latina women that you won't want to miss. 

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Lisa Kroencke joined the staff as Executive Director of The Magdalen House in 2016.  She began volunteering at the house in 2007 and accepted a Board of Director’s position in 2009.  In 2010, she was named Board Chair, bringing more than 20 years of fundraising, communications, and board development experience to the position.

 Lisa has served as a volunteer and board member to more than a dozen non-profit organizations including Dallas CASA, Children’s Medical Center Women’s Auxiliary, Nexus Recovery Center Auxiliary Board, and Dallas C.A.R.E.  She has been in recovery since June of 2007 and has a passion for advocacy for women and destigmatizing the disease of alcoholism.

In this episode Lisa walks us through how she found her way back to  her husband after they both went on their recovery journey, how she found community and purpose through The Magdalen House, and the importance of education surrounding Alcoholism.

This is an episode for those seeking hope. There's always a light at the end and remember you're not alone. 

If you'd like to know more about The Magdalen House please go to their website: https://magdalenhouse.org or click here to make a donation. 

If you or someone you know is suffering from alcoholism there are also government and program websites for further resources and information on helping someone with an alcohol addiction. Explore them to learn more about the addiction and experience:

• Al-Anon
• Alcoholics Anonymous
• SAMHSA
• National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism

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Ella comes back to the pod to share some news about her new venture The Space and to help Andrea close out season two of Date and Debate.

As usual, the conversation is profound and inspiring. They discuss the importance of recognizing when something isn't working, building habits, listening to yourself (and others), self alignment,  pivoting when needed, and pausing when you know it's time.

As Date and Debate podcast comes to a close and it approaches it's first year (!!!), Andrea announces she will be taking a indefinite (but not super long) break in order to re-focus, re-energize, and come back with meaningful and impactful content. 

Date and Debate will be back before you know it! Please enjoy this episode. If you liked what you heard, spread the word! 

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Andrea sits down with Jimmy Collins - a wine and spirits expert passionate about all things liquor and good vino!

Jimmy shares how he got started in the wine and spirits industry, the value of building relationships in business (and in life!), and the importance of giving (book discussed: Give and Take by Adam Grant).

He then jumps in to share how he fell in love with his now fiancé after meeting her at an airport (total fate!) and how the engagement he had thoughtfully organized ended up not working out as planned... but still made for a great (and hilarious) story.

Jimmy wraps up the interview flipping the tables and asking Andrea some questions about her dating life and offering her some tips along with a piece of simple yet honest advice for all the single men out there.

If you're interested in knowing more about jimmy you can find him on IG @JimmyCollins101

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Fernanda, Max and Andrea sit down to discuss the different approaches to take when starting a relationship. The conversation focuses a lot on how Max has a hard timeline when it comes to dating while Fernanda and Andrea have a more chill approach.

They discuss the importance of doing the Myers Briggs Personality assessment and how this can help understand and navigate relationships with others.

Fernanda is returning after a bit of  a Hiatus but you can expect her back for more Therapy Thursdays in the near future. Max is new to the pod! Here's a bit more about him:

Max is originally from Ukraine and moved to the United States as a child in 1989 through a program for asylum seekers escaping communism.

He studied computer science at the University of Maryland and has been working in software development for just under 20 years.

Max’s love of action movies and stars like Jean-Claude Van Damme has led him to martial arts. He’s been practicing Brazilian jiu jitsu and kickboxing for 15 years.

His other passions are politics, photography and travel. You are welcome to follow Max on IG at @maxphotoexperience

If you like what you heard, spread the word! Enjoy the episode.

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Andrea sits down with the Queen of Reels aka Nzynga!

If you've seen her IG Reels & feed, you know this girl is all about embracing yourself, loving yourself, spreading joy, and empowering women. This convo is no different!

They talk about cancel culture, the importance of supporting small BIPOC businesses, BLM, the Capitol Riot, Instagram vs. Reality, and Nzynga shares a very personal story that sheds a light on our terrible prison system.  It's as REEL as it gets and one that will leave plenty of lessons.

You can follow Nzynga on Instagram @nzynga_ and the small business Date and Debate is supporting this episode is Loisa Organic Sazón & Adobo Seasonings: Feeding tradition with Real Latin Flavor. You can find them on IG @eatloisa or check out their website: www.loisa.com. 

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It's Andrea's first solo episode!

Date and Debate was inspired by her blog I Can't Make This Shit Up.  In this episode she takes it way back to her blogging days and shares some of the weirdest (and most popular) dating stories. 

If you have any dating stories you'd like to share or have Andrea discuss on her podcast, please send them to [email protected] for a chance to be featured! 

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