In this episode, we sit down with Sam Bail to talk about the complexities of navigating relationships, particularly through the lens of dating apps and the impact of COVID-19 on personal growth.

We discuss:

• Breakups and the transition to online dating

• How the pandemic disrupted our plans for self-improvement and social engagement

• What it means to decenter both alcohol and dating in our lives

• Finding authentic connections in a world that often feels performative

Sam shares her journey of creating intentional social spaces and rethinking what dating and connection can look like when you strip away the usual crutches.

This conversation is for anyone who's ever felt like they're going through the motions in dating, using alcohol to make it more bearable, or wondering if there's a different way to show up for themselves and others.

Guest: Sam Bail

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