Is love about finding “the one” or creating it together? In this episode, Dan and Natalie-Tasha sit down with Michael, Anna, and Autumn to tackle the age gap debate, what makes a soulmate, and how long you should date before getting engaged.

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Is dating supposed to feel this exhausting? In this episode, Dan and Natalie-Tasha sit down with Hayden and JD to talk about the pressure to perform, the highs and lows of being single, and why dating can feel more like a checklist than a connection.

They open up about pulling back from apps, learning to spot shared values, and what happens when you’re always trying to be the “right” version of yourself. You’ll also hear real talk about missed chances, emotional connection, and why compatibility matters more than just chemistry. If dating has ever left you tired or confused, this one will feel like a deep breath.

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How do you know if you’re ready or just avoiding loneliness? In this episode, Dan and Natalie-Tasha sit down with Katie, Angela, and Jack. The crew talks about healing after breakups, letting go of baggage, and leaving people better than you found them. They unpack what it means to date with faith first, how to spot genuine spiritual alignment, and why maturity matters more than age. You’ll also hear real talk about mixed signals, dropping the hankie, and which dating standards actually matter for building a future.

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In this episode, Daniel and Natalie-Tasha sit down with Kathryn, Emily, and Eddie to talk about dating patterns, emotional effort, and why so many relationships just fizzle out. They open up about being "too picky," using spreadsheets to process past relationships, and what finally made someone feel different. The conversation also explores the tension between independence and intentionality, and why the pursuit of love feels more passive than ever.

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In this episode of The Real Thing, Daniel and Natalie-Tasha sit down with Lexi, Braden, and Carlos for an honest conversation about dating dynamics, where friend groups complicate things, green flags get overlooked, and emotional maturity is more rare than it should be. They unpack the pressure to self-improve before committing, the tension between privacy and outside opinions, and the red flags we often excuse in the name of chemistry.

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In this episode of The Real Thing, Daniel and Natalie-Tasha sit down with Presley, Deven, and Justin to talk about the chaos of dating in Dallas/Fort Worth. From dating app fatigue, friend zone frustrations, and why ghosting feels easier than honesty, they explore what’s holding people back, and what might finally push them forward. Plus: meet-cute tips for the Katy Trail and a theory on why big friend groups might be keeping you single.

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In this episode of The Real Thing, Daniel and Natalie-Tasha sit down with Ashley, Sophia, and Nate for a candid conversation about love, parenting, and second chances. They unpack what it means to date after divorce, navigate emotional affairs, and balance leadership roles in relationships, especially when kids are involved. From sarcasm gone wrong and first dates in the potato aisle, to the pressure of dating apps, this episode captures the awkward, funny, and vulnerable moments that come with starting over. If you’ve ever questioned whether you're too picky, too wounded, or just too tired to try again, this one reminds you that healing and connection are still possible.

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In this episode of The Real Thing, Daniel and Natalie-Tasha sit down with Josh, Haley, and Cami for an unfiltered conversation about breakups without closure, dating while raising kids, and the awkward reality of being “kind of” single. They talk about what it’s like to date with intention, why love languages actually matter, and how dating apps have turned romance into a game no one’s winning. This episode explores the tension between wanting something old-school and navigating the chaos of dating in the DFW area.

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In this episode of The Real Thing, Daniel and Natalie-Tasha sit down with Joshua, Kathleen, and Nathan for a brutally honest conversation about dating in the wild, where attachment styles clash, emotional needs get lost in translation, and bare-minimum behavior is somehow still the norm. From breadcrumbing and ghosting to the awkward dance of “Do they actually like me?” they unpack the patterns that keep people stuck. It’s honest, funny, and uncomfortably relatable.

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In this episode of The Real Thing, Executive Producer Daniel Van sits down with usual co-host Natalie-Tasha, who's on the other side of the mic this time with her boyfriend, Christian. They're joined by returning guests, Kyla and Riley—who may or may not have gone on a date after their episodes dropped!

The group dives into awkward first dates, FaceTime breakups, balancing careers and personal life, and what actually makes someone “marriage material.” Natalie-Tasha and Christian open up about their on-again, off-again relationship and big questions around getting engaged. It's funny, messy, and painfully real. If you’ve ever wrestled with timing, growth, or figuring out what you really want, this one's for you.

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