One new couple finds comfort in each other as they navigate personal hardships very quickly into their relationship. We also speak to a single who’s struggling to build a connection with a woman who is newly exploring her sexuality. And TikTok star, Lauren Saddington recounts a date she’ll never forget for all the wrong reasons, proving that going back to an ex is never a good idea.    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Great sex and an Ivy League resume has one single hanging onto a relationship for dear life, despite his lack of communication. Another woman finds herself in a sticky situation after having more men than she can handle. And we speak to a single whose family creates a dating show to help their sister find a partner.    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week we’re flipping the script and have some very special guests. Since no one knows you quite like your family, Andrea’s mom and twin sister join us to give an inside look at Dre’s dating life.     See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dating Diaries follows one single woman, Lynette, through the dating jungle while she dodges dates who exaggerate, mislead and straight up lie. The experiences finally drive her to stop looking for love altogether. Then, after meeting a charming couple, she rethinks the idea of seeking a partner and an open heart yields rewards she didn't think she could ever have.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What happens when your friend takes over texting on your phone with a potential new love interest? Nothing good. Plus, one single figures out that COVID concerns may be just be a cover for bad habits. And finally. when all else fails, this guy finds a new way to date in the most public way.     See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We spoke to Marcie in Season 2 Episode 3 and thought her new love story was great. So we caught up with her beau to get his take on the romance   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week on Dating Diaries we hear of stories that cross the borderline, literally and figuratively. From a woman who treks 4,500 miles to reunite with her love to another who explores a new dating territory. And on top of that Dre and Ben unpack one of our craziest dating experiences yet!    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A single discovers her date has been to her place before with someone else in a really strange way. Season 1 favorite Theresa, a COVID healthcare worker, needs her medical skills for an emergency at home. And does LOVE mean learning to embrace your inner Michael McDonald? Experience all of the dating highs and lows with Dre and Ben without ever leaving your house.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dre and Season 1’s Kate and Mary talk about their speed dating experience through My Cheeky Date.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dre and Ben are back for Season 2. Some of us may be out of quarantine but life and dating is still a challenge as we adjust to our new normal. Dre and Ben dig in to fresh stories about singles looking for love in strange times. The hosts are haunted by an unprecedented ghost story. And we hear from a listener favorite who delivers an update and (as always) gives Ben a hard time.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dre and Ben dissect a listener's email regarding a complicated friends with benefits situation.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Relationship therapist Dr. Nedra returns to illuminate the benefits of a crisis on love and personal growth. Plus, Dre & Ben sing Hamilton's praises.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dre and Ben unpack listener emails.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We went to the mailbag. Listeners wrote in and brought tough questions to Dre and Ben for the candid, compassionate feedback that we've come to expect. We hear from a musician who can't get a moment of privacy, a woman who is flashes her hot connection then gets ghosted and a seriously infatuated guy who sends a milkshake to the yard of his love interest with mixed results. Plus Dre confesses to sliding into someone's DM's after a few too many.    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and...

Dre and Ben talk to Dr. Nedra Fetterman about the anxiety and emotional complexities of reentry.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

When you need a safe word to stay platonic, can you still really call yourselves "friends?” We speak to a single who has got it pretty bad for someone that is unavailable. Dre and Ben unpack how to handle major cultural differences and the importance of what it means to be truly invested in someone else. And government guidelines for safe sex during a pandemic?! Yep, Dre and Ben weigh in on that, too.    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dre and Ben review a listener's email.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Dre and Ben are hearing more stories from people who are starting to brave the post-lockdown dating world. We hear everything from relationships budding from Survivor and Phish obsessions to fake doctors and more ghosting.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

States are reopening and singles are trying to figure out if traditional dating will go back to the way it was or Facetime dates are here to stay. Another single experiences quarantine with her boyfriend and his family, despite barely knowing one another. And, we also hear from show favorite Reno who has a message for Ben.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

When we started this podcast, it was to provide an escape in a difficult time. We were all in quarantine, everything was so uncertain. And it still is. The show became a platform for sharing stories about personal relationships, showing up for one another and encouraging difficult conversations. We felt that proceeding with a new episode this week as usual was not appropriate. This is a defining moment for our country to change the systemic racism that exists in America. It is important for...

We hear back from Kate about the excuse she got from a guy who blew her off. Dre and Ben also dig into a question from a listener whose date ending in a 3 mile walk home.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week we hear from people moving in, moving away, and moving together. We check in with Theresa to see how things are going with her subway beau, a new single talks about how unhealthy social media can be during a mid-pandemic breakup and we hear from someone who is keeping sparks flying from thousands of miles away.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Love in the time of COVID is affecting people of all ages. Whether you’re a parent, dating a parent, or you had to move back in with your parents, each scenario breeds its own challenges. We'll also hear back from a familiar voice and her PSA on unsolicited explicit pictures and why no one wants them. If you have a question or quarantine confession you want Dre and Ben to look at on the show, write to us at [email protected] or Tweet us @DatingDiariesQC.   See acast.com/privacy for...

Ben's mom joins for this bonus episode. Dr. Nedra Fetterman is a renowned relationship therapist and licensed psychologist. Dre gives an update about her most recent ghosting experience and Dr. Fetterman shares some insight into the deeper reasons why people ghost.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Being isolated away from your friends and family can be really tough but we talk to singles who are finding the benefits to spending time with yourself. People are learning new skills, designating private spaces, and finding ways to be more comfortable with themselves. Dre and Ben delve into the power of focusing on yourself and Dre shares her own quarantine confession.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.