Love, Brie

This week, I’m joined by holistic sex coach and yoga instructor Jenna Switzer for a liberating conversation about sexuality in our 40s and beyond.

We talk about why this stage of life can feel so freeing, how to care for ourselves and our pleasure, and what it means to put our sexual health and well-being first.

If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to embrace your desires, prioritize your pleasure, and feel more at home in your body as you age, this episode is for you.

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Website: ⁠⁠⁠briannehogan.ca⁠⁠⁠

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Website: https://www.jennaswitzer.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Jenna_switzer/

Rejection stings, but it’s not the enemy—it’s actually a sign you’re on the right path in dating.

In this episode of Love, Brie, I share how I’ve learned to reframe rejection as something to be proud of, not ashamed of. Every “no” isn’t proof that you’re failing—it’s proof that you’re showing up and moving closer to your “yes.”

We’ll talk about why rejection is part of the process, how to get comfortable with it, and how to start seeing it as guidance instead of punishment. Because rejection isn’t about not being enough—it’s about alignment.

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Website: briannehogan.ca

Substack: https://briannehogan.substack.com/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan

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My September Love Notes

The Surgeon Situationship

Why I'm Meant to Be Single at 42

Hi friends! Big news — my very first dating advice column with Yahoo Canada is out, and I couldn’t be more excited to share it with you. In this episode of Love, Brie, I talk about what it was like stepping into that advice-columnist role (spoiler: it feels a little surreal!) and why the old saying “happy wife doesn’t equal happy life” needs a serious update.

Then I dive into my own recent first date and give you my best dating tips for staying calm and confident before meeting someone new. I share why I don’t get nervous before first dates anymore and the mindset shifts that make dating feel fun instead of stressful.

If you’ve ever googled how to stop being nervous before a date, dating advice podcast, or just want some honest, funny, and heart-centered tips on modern love, this episode is for you.

Read the advice column here!

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Website: ⁠⁠⁠briannehogan.ca⁠⁠⁠

Substack:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠

TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan⁠⁠⁠

Dating these days is…a lot. From endless swiping on Hinge and Bumble to awkward talking stages that never seem to end, it can feel like finding love is a full-time job. That’s why I brought in matchmaker Cassindy Chao for this week’s episode of Love, Brie. We break down what a matchmaker actually does (hint: it’s not just setting you up on blind dates), why you might want to hire one, and how matchmaking can be the antidote to modern dating burnout.

Cassindy and I get into the good, the bad, and the hilarious parts of the dating scene: why Vancouver singles complain it’s the pits, which cities are actually the best for dating, and how to game the apps so they finally work for you.

If you’ve ever wondered, “Would a matchmaker actually help me find love?” this episode has answers—with plenty of laughs and zero judgment.

Read Cassindy's article on my Substack here.

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Website: ⁠⁠briannehogan.ca⁠⁠

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TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan⁠⁠

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Matchmaking

What’s it really like to date while writing about relationships, love, and modern dating trends?

In this episode, I share my personal experiences navigating the dating world as a relationship columnist and writer.

I dive into the challenges of dating, from first impressions to online dating, and how writing about love changes the way I approach men and romance.

I also discuss the perks and pitfalls of analyzing dating while living it, what men really think about being with someone who writes about relationships, and whether I’d change a thing about my own approach to love and dating. (Spoiler -- I wouldn't).

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Website: ⁠briannehogan.ca⁠

Substack:⁠ ⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠

TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan⁠

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.

read the red flags article here:

https://briannehogan.substack.com/p/the-red-flags-i-ignored-as-a-dating

Huffington Post

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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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Website: ⁠⁠briannehogan.ca⁠⁠

Substack:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠⁠

TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan⁠⁠

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.

Email your dating questions for the new column here:  [email protected]

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Website: ⁠⁠briannehogan.ca⁠⁠

Substack:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠⁠

TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan⁠

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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Website: ⁠briannehogan.ca⁠

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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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Website: ⁠briannehogan.ca⁠

Substack:⁠ ⁠⁠https://briannehogan.substack.com/⁠

TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@briannehogan⁠