Even relationship writers can miss the obvious red flags in dating. In this episode, I share the relationship blind spots that kept me from seeing the signs of unhealthy relationships, the dating mistakes I made, and why they were so easy to overlook at the time.

You’ll hear how hindsight changes everything, why self-compassion matters more than self-blame, and the biggest lessons I’ve learned about love, boundaries, and trusting your instincts. If you’ve ever thought, “How did I not see that?” — this episode will make you feel less alone while giving you insights you can use in your own dating life.

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In this episode of Love, Brie, I’m diving into the messy, performative world of modern dating apps — from why I don’t think they’re a fit for me to what I’ve noticed about the lack of real connection they often create. I talk about how “traveling” has somehow become a placeholder for personality, and how we’ve started curating our dating profiles more for performance than connection.

I also share a moment of unintentional (but very enlightening) eavesdropping on two first dates at the same coffee shop — and what that told me about the state of dating culture today. Hint: it wasn’t exactly heartwarming, but still there were glimpses of hope!

If you’ve ever felt disillusioned by dating apps, wondered if anyone actually connects anymore, or questioned why the bar seems to be so low, this one’s for you.

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In this episode of Love, Brie, I’m officially announcing my brand new dating advice column with Yahoo! Canada -- and yes, it’s specifically for those of us navigating love and lust in our 40s. I also give some juicy updates on my personal love life, including the latest on the surgeon situationship (it's done, but I learned some lessons!) and that mysterious missed connection at Starbucks (was it something or nothing?).

Plus, I talk about why I believe I’m meant to be single at 40 — and how that realization is actually really liberating. If you’ve ever felt like your love life doesn’t look like anyone else’s, this one’s for you.

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Let’s have a little come-to-Jesus moment, shall we? In this episode of Love, Brie, I’m delivering a much-needed pep talk for anyone hanging onto the hope that maybe he’ll change once he “commits.” Spoiler alert: he won’t.

If he’s confused now, if he’s inconsistent now, if he’s not choosing you now — guess what? A relationship isn’t going to magically fix that. In fact, committing to a man like this only amplifies the very issues you’re trying to ignore. And babe, you deserve better.

This episode is for the woman who needs a reminder of her worth. It’s a sermon for those of us who have tried to earn love instead of simply receiving it. You don’t need to wait for someone to pick you — you get to pick yourself.

We’re unpacking why “potential” is not a plan, why emotional unavailability is not romantic, and why choosing yourself is the real love story.

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today I’m talking about something I'm calling: my meeting season. That subtle, sacred shift from simply being single to knowing, or at least hoping, that you're entering the season where love shows up. The season of “almosts” turning into “oh, this could be something.”

I woke up feeling a little heavy this morning — not because I don’t love my single life (I do, deeply), but because I’m human. And part of being human is wanting connection. Craving love. Hoping someone is out there hoping for you, too.

This episode is for anyone navigating singlehood with intention and heart. If you’ve ever found yourself both grateful for your independence and still longing for a partner — you’re not alone. You can hold joy and hope at the same time. In fact, I think that’s the whole point.

In this episode, I talk about:

• Why “meeting season” is real

• Holding space for both hope and contentment

• What it means to believe in love without losing yourself

• And why you’re not behind — you’re just in the middle of your own story

Because loving your life and wanting love? They’re not mutually exclusive. Let’s talk about what it looks like to live in that beautiful in-between.

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In this powerful episode of Love, Brie, I’m joined by intuitive energy healer Missy Toy Ozeas to explore how our subconscious blocks around love, dating, and even money are deeply interconnected. This conversation is part of my “Single Series” (originally aired on my previous podcast), and it’s one of the most insightful, eye-opening chats I’ve had around what’s really keeping so many of us stuck when it comes to finding healthy love.

We talk about:

• The energetic link between love and money (yep, it’s real!)

• The most common limiting beliefs single women carry

• Why affirmations and dating tips aren’t enough

• How energy healing can reveal the blocks we don’t even know we have

Plus, Missy does a live energy reading on me, uncovering the deeper wounds that have been influencing my dating life. Spoiler: it’s not always what we think it is. If you've ever felt like you're doing "all the work" but still attracting the wrong people (or no one at all), this episode will speak to you.

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In this episode of Love, Brie, I’m diving into one of the most overlooked parts of modern dating: how to do intimacy without commitment — and do it like a grown-up. Too often, casual connections lack the honesty, respect, and emotional maturity that make them feel good for everyone involved.

I talk about why it’s so important to take casual relationships seriously, communicate clearly, and be upfront about what you truly want. Being clear doesn’t kill the magic — it actually makes intimacy hotter and more meaningful because both people feel safe, seen, and respected.

If you want intimacy without commitment, you need to say it, own it, and do it with integrity. Tune in to discover why honesty is the real game-changer, and how to navigate these connections with compassion, self-awareness, and yes — a whole lot of fun. Let’s do casual like adults.

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You don’t want him obsessed with you — you need to be obsessed with you. This week on Love, Brie, I’m diving into the dating trend that’s taken over TikTok and beyond: women saying they only want a man who's “obsessed” with them. And honestly? That energy is not it.

Here’s the thing — you don’t actually want that. In this episode, I’m breaking down why that obsession talk doesn’t sit right with me, why it’s not actually romantic, and why it points to a deeper issue: you’re looking for someone else to validate you when you really need to be obsessed with your own life first.

Healthy love is built on interdependence, not intensity. So let’s talk about building a life you love, and attracting someone who has a full, rich one of their own — not someone who makes you their entire world. Because P.S. you actually don't want that either! Or at least...you shouldn't.

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What does it mean to have a “breakup body”—and can it be more about healing than revenge? In this episode of Love, Brie, I sit down with certified life coach and spin instructor Bangs to talk about the powerful connection between movement, self-love, and being single. We unpack the myth of the breakup body, how to stop fighting your body, and why movement is the ultimate act of self-care.

Bangs shares her wisdom on how to make fitness feel nourishing, how to come home to yourself through movement, and why being single isn’t something to fix—it’s something to celebrate. If you’ve ever felt like exercise was punishment or struggled with body image post-breakup, this conversation is your gentle, honest permission slip to do it all differently.

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In this solo episode of Love, Brie, I go on a bit of a rant (surprise!) about the state of modern dating and what I’ve been noticing lately — more detachment, more aloofness, and a lot less actual connection. It feels like everyone is trying to date like a black cat: cool, mysterious, unavailable. But here’s the truth — that vibe might be aesthetic on Instagram, but it’s not sustainable when you actually want something real.

I talk about how dating culture has shifted toward casual everything — casual sex, casual communication, casual commitment — and how we’re treating relationships like side quests instead of something meaningful. If you’re craving intimacy, authenticity, and actual connection (plus, you know, good sex), this episode is for you. Because it takes work to show up. But it’s worth it.

We get into:

• Why being “too chill” is killing connection

• What we’re afraid of when we try to play it cool

• How to date like a human (and not a self-protective ghoster)

• What it actually means to show up for yourself and someone else

It’s raw, real, and probably a little spicy — but if you’re tired of performative dating and want something honest, you’ll feel seen.

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