This week, Gabrielle sits down with Ilana Dunn, the host of the top dating podcast, "Seeing Other People," where she helps people feel less f%cking alone when it comes to dating. Ilana shares her journey into the world of podcasting, fueled by her personal experiences in dating and relationships. From her time working at Hinge to the unexpected influence of the Jonas Brothers on her own love story, Ilana breaks down the wildly relatable challenges of dating apps, the complexities of dating anxiety, and the absurdities of unspoken rules in the dating game. They dive headfirst into the constant f%cking games that define those nerve-wracking first dates, emphasizing the importance of trusting your gut and embracing your authentic self. Whether you're navigating the minefield of app-driven first dates or reflecting on the patterns in your relationships, this is such a fun and relatable episode that you don't want to miss!  You can find Ilana on Instagram and be sure to check out her podcast!    Huge thank you to these incredible sponsors for supporting our show:  Lume — Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code FMLTALK at LumeDeodorant.com! #lumepod  Bombas — Go to Bombas.com/fmltalk and use code fmltalk for 20% off your first purchase.     Follow your host!     TikTok: @gabrielle_stone    Instagram: @gabriellestone & @fmltalkpodcast    YouTube: FML TALK    Website: www.eatprayfml.com        Plus, if you want to submit an FML story, email it to [email protected]  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices