
From navigating dating apps to overcoming the friendzone to seeking a soulmate, this ain’t your momma’s love advice! Hosted by the Official Love Expert of The Drew Barrymore Show and LA Times advice columnist, Damona Hoffman, Dates & Mates is jam-packed with interviews from your favorites celebs, authors, and experts. Dates & Mates is the 2022 Winner of The Best Podcast of the Year at The Black Po... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 102 | Founded | 13 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureEducationRelationshipsSelf-Improvement | |||

In this Dear Damona episode, we cover revenge reporting, why dating app systems meant to protect us sometimes get weaponized, and how to handle rejection with grace while protecting yourself when things go sideways.
This week, a listener named Lisa ... more
In this Dear Damona epsiode, we address what happens when you are late to the dating game, why dating is a skill you build through practice, and how to protect yourself without closing off to opportunity. If you're new to dating or want to approach i... more
Sabrina Zohar, dating expert and host of the Sabrina Zohar Show, discusses navigating breakups without self-blame, understanding dating anxiety, and finally breaking the patterns that keep you stuck. If you’re starting 2026 single or considering brea... more
Damona is joined by her good friend Danny Santos, shaman, healer, astrologer, and tarot reader, to look at the astrology of 2026 and how it’s setting the stage for love this year.
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I absolutely adore this podcast. It’s fun and informational. If you’re navigating the modern world of dating, this is definitely worth a listen :)
Damona’s podcast is a masterclass is navigating modern relationships with clarity and intention. Her blend of wispy and actionable advice inspires real growth and meaningful connections.
What a refreshing book. I feel like it had this sense of practicality and just so much wisdom. I feel like Damona has such an open, loving, sensible approach to dating with a goal of finding real relationships that really resonates with me.
Read the book and can’t stop listening to the podcast! Love Damona’s perspective on dating. She tells it like it is and gives actionable tools you can use dating in the world today!
Great advice, fun podcast. Thanks Damona!
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Focus on navigating modern dating dynamics, including the use of dating apps, relationship complexities, and actionable advice from experts. Emphasizing various aspects of love and connection, the discussions often explore themes like emotional intimacy, financial compatibility in relationships, and the impact of age gaps and relationship norms on dating experiences. The host engages with listeners through questions that highlight contemporary dating challenges, providing insightful perspectives and practical tools to help individuals improve their romantic lives. Distinctively, the involvement of celebrity guests and a mix of humor and sincerity make the content appealing to a broad audience seeking modern and relatable relationship advice... more
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Recent guests on Dates & Mates include:
1. Sabrina Zohar
2. Danny Santos
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4. Dr. Drew Pinsky
5. Dr. Orna Guralnik
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7. Amanda Pendleton
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