

Mostly Dating
Carleigh
Mostly Dating is a podcast with approachable advice for every stage of dating and relationships. Host Carleigh Ferrante dives into the world of modern dating and relationships with approachable, relatable advice. Tune in weekly for practical tips, listener questions, and conversations that help you build healthier, happier, and more lasting connections—and find us on Instagram @mostlydating.
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May 1, 2023 • 43min
163. Why You Shouldn't Go On Elaborate First Dates
Welcome back! It's just us today and we're answering a round of listener questions...
what we talk about:
when the "spark" fades after the first few dates
the ebbs & flows of sex in a relationship
moving past the honeymoon phase
what to do when you feel like there's no romance in your relationship
how moving in together can impact the relationship
the problem with friends with benefits
what to do when you develop feelings for a friend with benefits
dealing with grief in a relationship
why you shouldn't put in so much effort on early dates
what to do when they're a bad texter
& more!
As always, find us on Instagram @mostlybalancedpodcast and on our website. Thanks for joining us and please leave a rating or review if you enjoyed the episode!

Apr 24, 2023 • 1h 18min
162. CONNOR BEATON on Early Signs A Man Is Emotionally Available & How To Get Your Partner To Open Up
Welcome back! Today we're joined by coach, speaker, author, and founder of Man Talks, Connor Beaton for a peek inside the male mind.
what we talk about:
Conor's dating history and the obstacles that led him to make a change
Why he created Man Talks
The most common issues men come to him for
Early dating green flags
Signs a man is emotionally available
How to get a man to open up
The importance of male friendships
Why men care about a woman's sexual history
& more!
You can find Conor on Instagram @mantalks, order his book, or head to his website to learn more about working with him.
In today's intro, we answer listener questions about:
Dating multiple people at once
Things you should know by month 3
As always, find us on Instagram @mostlybalancedpodcast and on our website. Thanks for joining us and please leave a rating or review if you enjoyed the episode!

Apr 17, 2023 • 1h 9min
161. ANNA KAI on Why You Need To Be On Dating Apps If You're Single
Welcome back! Today we're joined by digital creator, Anna Kai (aka @maybeboth) chatting all about dating in NYC, what we wish we knew in our 20s, and how to actually meet people on the apps.
what we talk about:
Anna's path to becoming a digital creator
How she found her niche
Dating in NYC
How Anna met her husband
Waiting to have sex until you're in a relationship
Why everyone who's single should be on dating apps (+ how to use them successfully)
How to talk about moving in together
Things to talk about before getting married
Forcing a relationship that isn't right
& more!
You can find Anna on Instagram @maybeboth or TikTok @maybebothstyles
In today's intro we answer listener questions about when you "should" meet the family and why some straight men say they had a good time on a date and then change their mind about wanting a relationship.
What we're loving:
Fresh floral recovery calming mask
Seed probiotic
As always, find us on Instagram @mostlybalancedpodcast and on our website. Thanks for joining us and please leave a rating or review if you enjoyed the episode!

Apr 10, 2023 • 1h 5min
160. JEREMY JACOBOWITZ on A Male's Perspective On NYC Dating
Welcome back! Today we're joined by digital creator, food influencer, director, and host, Jeremy Jacobowitz, , otherwise known as “brunchboys,” and the face behind some of our favorite food content on Instagram.
What we talk about:
how Jeremy started his career as a content creator
how his career has evolved
what it was like being in a room with 10 of his former app dates
how the article in The Cut about his online dating history came to be
mistakes he thinks straight women make on dating apps
things that make him swipe no (and yes)
his ideal first date and how he plans dates
ghosting and anti-ghost texts
who should pay for dates, how long you should stay on a date, sex on a first date, and other dating rules
advice for meeting someone’s family
& more
Find Jeremy and all his food recs on Instagram @jeremyjacobowitz, or head to his YouTube or TikTok.
In today's intro we discuss:
Carleigh's obsession with her Jolie shower filter and how it's changed her skin and hair
What Mia's been watching
Listener questions: compromising with your fiancé on a wedding date, compromising with your partner when you have different love languages
As always, find us on Instagram @mostlybalancedpodcast and on our website. Thanks for joining us and please leave a rating or review if you enjoyed the episode!

Apr 3, 2023 • 1h 8min
159. KELLEY KNIGHT on How To Manifest Your Dream Partner
Welcome back! Today we are joined by return guest, Kelley Knight, founder of Modern Mystic Shop & co-writer of Spells for the Modern Mystic.
what we talk about:
what people do wrong about manifesting
tips and tricks for calling in a partner
the crazy alignment of how Kelley met her boyfriend
how to tune into your intuition
how Kelley specifically gets her intuitive hits
Kelley's process for creating spells & rituals
real examples of things she has manifested into her life
why you shouldn't be afraid to admit what you want in a relationship (or that you want one at all)
Find Kelley on Instagram @kelley_knight and @modernmystic_shop + purchase her book here.
As always, find us on Instagram @mostlybalancedpodcast and on our website. Thanks for joining us and please leave a rating or review if you enjoyed the episode!

Mar 27, 2023 • 43min
158. KEVIN NAHAI on Why You're Dating All The Wrong People (+ How To Find The Right One)
Welcome back! Today we're joined by speaker, therapist, and coach, Kevin Nahai.
what we talk about:
how to learn what you want in a partner
the biggest cause of dating burnout
dating with intention
when to have sex with someone new
how to tell someone what you're looking for in a relationship
what Kevin thinks women get wrong about straight men
& more!
Find Kevin on Instagram @kevinnahai or head to his website to schedule a free consultation.
As always, find us on Instagram @mostlybalancedpodcast and on our website. Thanks for joining us and please leave a rating or review if you enjoyed the episode!

Mar 20, 2023 • 51min
157. LINDSEY METSELAAR on Boyfriend Privileges, Jealousy, & How To Make The Sex Better Before You Have It
Welcome back! Today we're chatting with return guest, Lindsey Metselaar, host of dating podcast We Met At Acme.
what we talk about:
Lindsey's dating rules
How to maintain your own life in early dating stage
Boyfriend and husband privileges
How sex changes when you move in
Talking to a new partner about sex
Jealousy in relationships
Can men and women have a platonic friendship?
& more
Find Lindsey on Instagram @wemetatacme and @lindzmetz or listen to her podcast wherever you listen to podcasts.
As always, find us on Instagram @mostlybalancedpodcast and on our website. Thanks for joining us and please leave a rating or review if you enjoyed the episode!

Mar 6, 2023 • 36min
156. Is It The Right Person But The Wrong Time?
Welcome back! It's just us today and we're answering a bunch of listener questions.
what we talk about:
high school/college love and how relationships change as an adult
why situationships are only good for one person
how to stop romanticizing past relationships
our thoughts on "right person wrong time"
discussing money in relationships
what to do when your partner isn't a planner
& more
As always, find us on Instagram @mostlybalancedpodcast and on our website. Thanks for joining us and please leave a rating or review if you enjoyed the episode!

Feb 27, 2023 • 59min
155. DR. CARLI BLAU on Why We're Not Attracted To The Nice Guy + How To Have a Better Sex Life
Welcome back! Today we're joined by sex and empowerment therapist and women's health expert, Carli Blau, PhD.
what we talk about:
our history of dating the "bad boy" & men who are emotionally unavailable
why women don't find "nice guys" attractive
how to get over a toxic relationship
how to be more confident in your body
conversations to have with a new partner about sex
how to tell your partner about past sexual trauma
how much you should tell your partner about your past
learning what turns you on, masturbating, self pleasure
why sex on the first date is ok
Carli's own relationship with her husband and their dating history
& more!
Find Carli on Instagram @sexdoccarli or head to her website to make an appointment.
+ in today's intro we discuss:
The wellness product Carleigh has been loving (MOSTLYBALANCED for 15% off!)
Mia's latest experience with Sakara (XOBALANCED for 20% off!)
TV shows & movies we've been watching
As always, find us on Instagram @mostlybalancedpodcast and on our website. Thanks for joining us and please leave a rating or review if you enjoyed the episode!

Feb 20, 2023 • 1h 9min
154. AMY NOBILE on Everything We're Getting Wrong About Early Dating (+ What To Do Instead)
Welcome back! Today we are joined by Amy Nobile, dating coach and highly requested guest! Get your notes app out because there are a lot of great tips in this one.
what we talk about:
how to make a swipe-worthy dating profile
how to swipe more mindfully on apps
why you aren't excited by the people you're seeing on the apps
how to find someone who does excite you
how to flirt and build chemistry on early dates
whether you should kiss someone on a first date
how long to wait to have sex
defining the relationship
is it ever too soon too compliment?
& more!
Find Amy on Instagram @love.amy.nyc or head to her website to book a free consultation!
As always, find us on Instagram @mostlybalancedpodcast and on our website. Thanks for joining us and please leave a rating or review if you enjoyed the episode!
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