Dates & Mates with Damona Hoffman
100 Episodes
The Big 500 & Savage Love
Dan Savage, author and host of The Savage Lovecast, joins Damona in a very special 500th episode to talk about dating trends and predictions for 2024. Then he and Damona take on a spicy Dear Damona & Dan segment with questions like:
- My girlfriend wants to switch things up in the bedroom, but I’m feeling shy. Where do we start?
- And, I don’t want a relationship, but I don’t want a one-night stand. What are my options?
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TIMESTAMPS
The 500th episode Damona Hoffman reflects on the history of the podcast and celebrates the 500th episode with special guest Dan Savage.
Dating trends and predictions for 2024 Dan Savage discusses 2024 dating trends and shares his newest dating term.
The impact of societal developments on dating Damona reads a portion of her book, "F the Fairy Tale," discussing the impact of societal developments on dating and relationships.
The trend of ghosting and flaking Damona and Dan discuss the increasing trend of ghosting and flaking in dating, and its potential reasons.
The influence of politics on dating Damona and Dan analyze the growing influence of politics on dating and relationships, particularly in the context of an election year.
The growing political divide Discussion on the increasing influence of politics on dating and relationships, particularly regarding women's rights and equality.
Polyamory trends and definitions Exploring the trends and definitions of polyamorous relationships, including statistics and Dan Savage's personal experience.
Defining monogamy Dan Savage's perspective on the definition of monogamy and how it can encompass a range of relationship dynamics, including acknowledging attraction to others.
Challenging traditional monogamous norms Discussion on the flexibility of monogamous relationships and the importance of maintaining intimacy, security, and openness within a partnership.
Pegging and Tolley Amory Dan Savage introduces the term "tolley amory" and discusses the concept of putting up with a partner's infidelity.
Advice on Dominance in Sex Dan Savage provides tips on becoming more dominant in sexual relationships and discusses the psychological aspects of dominance.
Initiating Group Sex with Friends A listener seeks advice on how to hint at the possibility of group sex with a couple they are friends with.
The friend zone and hanging out Discussion about navigating the friend zone and hanging out with someone of interest.
Starting fresh after a long-term marriage Advice for someone who wants to start dating after a 15-year marriage and is unsure about casual dating.
Exploring casual relationships and dating apps Encouragement for exploring casual relationships, using dating apps, and finding the right platform for dating.
Getting out of the house and meeting new people Encouragement to engage in activities outside the house to meet new people and potentially find romantic connections.
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