Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re joined by the fabulous Maria Avgitidis— a fourth generation matchmaker, dating extraordinaire, and author of the new book Ask a Matchmaker to have a conversation with us about, well, dating!

Maria brings real-world wisdom, generational insight, and just the right dose of tough love to the modern dating experience we all need.

Inside the episode, we’ll learn what Maria observes when two people first meet and if there are ways to observe compatibility? What early signs indicate a connection has potential?

We also get into global affairs and urban planning—yes, really!, and what these disciplines have to teach us about dating, connection, and community.

Then Maria shares about the number one dating dealbreaker today, how digital and social media have impacted dating, and we’ll end with some flirting tips, of course!

So if you’re ready for some bold insights and a few matchmaking secrets, then this episode is for you!

Let’s do the Flirties, and meet Maria!

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About our guest: Maria Avgitidis is the CEO of Agape Match, an award-winning matchmaking service based out of New York City, and the host of the dating and relationship podcast Ask a Matchmaker. Maria combines strong intuition with matchmaking methodology to leverage each client’s unique personality, style, and history.

Their love stories are a testament to how Maria has transformed matchmaking utilizing behavioral science and the unique know-how gained through her matchmaking inheritance. Matchmaker Maria and her advice for those seeking love has been featured in The New York Times, CBS Mornings, Time Magazine, The Washington Post and more.

You can follow Maria on Instagram, learn more about Agape Match and matchmaking services, listen to the Ask and Matchmaker Podcast, and check out Maria's new book, Ask a Matchmaker, for more!

About your host: Benjamin is a flirt and dating coach sharing his love of flirting and BFE - big flirt energy - with the world! A lifelong introvert and socially anxious member of society, Benjamin now helps singles and daters alike flirt with more confidence, clarity, and fun!

As the flirt is all about connection, Benjamin helps the flirt community (the Flirties!) date from a place that allows the value of connection in all forms - platonic, romantic, and with the self - to take center stage.

Ultimately, this practice of connection helps flirters and daters alike create stronger relationships, transcend limiting beliefs, and develop an unwavering love for the self.

His work has been featured in Fortune, NBC News, The Huffington Post, and Yoga Journal.

You can connect with Benjamin on Instagram, TikTok, stream the Flirtations Flirtcast everywhere you listen to podcasts (like right here!), and find out more about working together 1:1 here.

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we have the first-ever guest back on the show, it’s Talia Koren!

Talia is the host of the Dating Intentionally podcast and creator of the Dating Intentionally Instagram and YouTube pages, who is here to have a conversation with us about dating intentionally.

Inside the episode, here’s what you can expect:

• How to identify your personal intentions and needs in the dating, and why this matters;
• How to set and maintain boundaries, and why those boundaries are for you first;
• Effective communication strategies, including texting frequency in early dating;
• Transitioning from dating app conversations to real-life dates;
• Approaches to multi-dating and determining the right balance for you;
• Recognizing green and red flags, and understanding your dealbreakers;
• Managing first-date anxiety; and
• How to determine emotional availability and why it starts with you.

So, whether you're new to the dating scene, getting back out there after a break or relationship, or looking to refine your approach, this conversation offers practical insights to help you date with more intention.

Let’s do this Flirties, time to meet Talia!

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About our guest: Talia Koren is a dating podcaster, content creator, and entrepreneur dedicated to helping people navigate modern dating with confidence and ease. As the founder of Dating Intentionally, she empowers singles—especially women in their 30s to 50s—to date with purpose, develop stronger connections, and have fun along the way.

With over 170,000 Instagram followers and a thriving podcast with over 2M downloads, Talia has built a community of intentional daters seeking guidance, practical advice, and a refreshing perspective on love. Her insights, rooted in experience and research, challenge common dating misconceptions and provide actionable strategies for folks who are looking to get into a long term relationship.

Follow Talia on Instagram, YouTube, and check out the Dating Intentionally Podcast!

About your host: Benjamin is a flirt and dating coach sharing his love of flirting and BFE - big flirt energy - with the world! A lifelong introvert and socially anxious member of society, Benjamin now helps singles and daters alike flirt with more confidence, clarity, and fun!

As the flirt is all about connection, Benjamin helps the flirt community (the Flirties!) date from a place that allows the value of connection in all forms - platonic, romantic, and with the self - to take center stage.

Ultimately, this practice of connection helps flirters and daters alike create stronger relationships, transcend limiting beliefs, and develop an unwavering love for the self.

His work has been featured in Fortune, NBC News, The Huffington Post, and Yoga Journal.

You can connect with Benjamin on Instagram, TikTok, stream the Flirtations Flirtcast everywhere you listen to podcasts (like right here!), and find out more about working together 1:1 here.

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, I am honored to bring you a conversation with Jillian Turecki, the host of the Jillian On Love podcast and author of the book, It Begins With You: The 9 Hard Truths About Love That Will Change Your Life.

The topics: emotional availability and what matters in relationships.

To begin, we talk about some good ‘ol healing and the transformative period known as the "dark night of the soul." Jillian shares her experience with this and how even the hardest times, there are opportunities for profound growth and self-discovery.

Then we take on the topic of emotional availability, what to look for in early dating, and what it takes to make a relationship work.

From the trap of dating someone's potential to understanding the nuances of readiness versus availability versus capacity, Jillian provides invaluable insights on how we can build relationships with emotionally available partners and why that work ultimately begins with us first.

Next, we’ll hear Jillian’s take on situationships and touch on heartbreak. What Jillian says here, you do not want to miss.

Finally, we’ve got to talk about flirting, of course, and is Jillian a flirt?!

So, whether you're navigating the dating world, healing from past relationships, or seeking a deeper connection with yourself, this episode is for you!

Alright Flirties, let’s do this and meet Jillian!

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About our guest: Jillian Turecki is a renowned relationship expert, teacher, author, and host of the Podcast, Jillian On Love. Fueled by an insatiable curiosity about what makes a relationship thrive, Jillian has helped thousands over the last 20 years through her teachings, courses, and writing to revolutionize their relationship with themselves so that they transform their romantic relationships. Jillian is sought out for her compassionate, direct, and very authentic style of coaching, teaching and writing.

You can connect with Jillian on her website, Instagram, the Jillian on Love podcast, and learn more about It Begins With You!

About your host: Benjamin is a flirt and dating coach sharing his love of flirting and BFE - big flirt energy - with the world! A lifelong introvert and socially anxious member of society, Benjamin now helps singles and daters alike flirt with more confidence, clarity, and fun!

As the flirt is all about connection, Benjamin helps the flirt community (the Flirties!) date from a place that allows the value of connection in all forms - platonic, romantic, and with the self - to take center stage.

Ultimately, this practice of connection helps flirters and daters alike create stronger relationships, transcend limiting beliefs, and develop an unwavering love for the self.

His work has been featured in Fortune, NBC News, The Huffington Post, and Yoga Journal.

You can connect with Benjamin on Instagram, TikTok, stream the Flirtations Flirtcast everywhere you listen to podcasts (like right here!), and find out more about working together 1:1 here.

Coming up on this episode for Flirtations, we welcome Natalie Lue, the host of the Baggage Reclaim Sessions podcast and the author of five books, including The Joy of Saying No, to have a conversation with us about people pleasing!

Natalie is a leading voice on boundaries and people-pleasing, helping people understand how their emotional baggage interferes with their ability to live authentically.

Together, we'll delve into what people-pleasing truly is and explore the five distinct styles of people pleasing Natalie identifies: gooding, efforting, avoiding, saving, and suffering.

We'll discuss how people-pleasing often originates from childhood experiences and how it manifests in our adult relationships, particularly in dating.

Natalie will shed light on why people-pleasing can be a significant barrier to genuine intimacy and the importance of embracing conflict as a natural and sometimes necessary part of healthy relationships.

We'll also examine societal norms, the ways we’re socialized, and how the era of obedience have influenced our tendencies to people-please, and why understanding and respecting differences—rather than merely mirroring others—is crucial for authentic connections.

Finally, we'll explore the vital role of boundaries in breaking free from people-pleasing patterns and how to recognize and change these behaviors to foster more fulfilling relationships.

So, if you're ready to change your people pleasing habits and create more fulfilling relationships, this episode is for you!

Let’s do this Flirties, and meet Natalie!

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About our guest: Natalie is a writer and artist who’s authored five books, including Mr Unavailable and the Fallback Girl, Love, Care, Trust and Respect, and The Joy of Saying No (HarperCollins/Harper Horizon, Jan 2023).

Natalie has been inspiring and teaching people online for over 18 years, and founded Baggage Reclaim, a popular self-help blog and podcast The Baggage Reclaim Sessions (3 million + downloads) aimed at helping people break the patterns that block them from being in loving relationships and having healthy self-esteem.

Natalie's on a mission to help as many people as possible to help themselves to quit people pleasing, a toxic habit that erodes our mental health, sense of self, relationships, creativity – everything.

You can connect with Natalie on Instagram and learn more about her books and work on her website.

About your host: Benjamin is a flirt and dating coach sharing his love of flirting and BFE - big flirt energy - with the world! A lifelong introvert and socially anxious member of society, Benjamin now helps singles and daters alike flirt with more confidence, clarity, and fun!

As the flirt is all about connection, Benjamin helps the flirt community (the Flirties!) date from a place that allows the value of connection in all forms - platonic, romantic, and with the self - to take center stage.

Ultimately, this practice of connection helps flirters and daters alike create stronger relationships, transcend limiting beliefs, and develop an unwavering love for the self.

His work has been featured in Fortune, NBC News, The Huffington Post, and Yoga Journal.

You can connect with Benjamin on Instagram, TikTok, stream the Flirtations Flirtcast everywhere you listen to podcasts (like right here!), and find out more about working together 1:1 here.

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re talking about neurodivergence and dating with our guest, Mady Snyder, a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in working with late-diagnosed neurodivergent individuals and couples! Whew, I am so ready!

Dating is a complex journey for most, but for those with neurodivergence, it can present distinct challenges and yet many opportunities.​

Today, we'll discuss:​

• What is neurodivergence and what are the strengths of the neurodivergent person?
• Navigating Social Cues: The complexities of interpreting social signals, understanding flirting, and the challenges posed by dating experiences like ghosting.
• Sensory Sensitivities: How can heightened sensory experiences impact dating?
• Rejection sensitivity: What are the ways this shows up and what can we do about rejection in dating?
• Communication: How might differences in communication styles and expectations lead to misunderstandings, and what are some strategies that are helpful here?
• Why the neurodivergent person might just be a superconnector!
• Masking: the function of masking, how we can unmask, and ultimately bring more vulnerability and authenticity into the dating process

And honestly, much more!

So, whether you're neurodivergent yourself, dating someone who is, or simply interested in understanding diverse dating experiences, this conversation is for you!

Let’s do this Flirties, and meet Mady!

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About your guest: Mady Snyder, LMFT, is a neurodiversity-affirming therapist based in Pasadena, California, offering both in-person and virtual sessions. She specializes in working with late-identified autistic and ADHD adults, with a focus on identity, relationships, and the often-overlooked nuances of neurodivergent dating. Mady brings warmth, humor, and deep insight to her work, creating spaces where neurodivergent individuals feel seen, supported, and celebrated as their full selves.

https://ndtherapists.com/

About your host: Benjamin is a flirt and dating coach sharing his love of flirting and BFE - big flirt energy - with the world! A lifelong introvert and socially anxious member of society, Benjamin now helps singles and daters alike flirt with more confidence, clarity, and fun!

As the flirt is all about connection, Benjamin helps the flirt community (the Flirties!) date from a place that allows the value of connection in all forms - platonic, romantic, and with the self - to take center stage.

Ultimately, this practice of connection helps flirters and daters alike create stronger relationships, transcend limiting beliefs, and develop an unwavering love for the self.

His work has been featured in Fortune, NBC News, The Huffington Post, and Yoga Journal.

You can connect with Benjamin on Instagram, TikTok, stream the Flirtations Flirtcast everywhere you listen to podcasts (like right here!), and find out more about working together 1:1 here.

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we're joined by Jessica Maguire, a renowned expert in nervous system regulation and repair, and author of the book The Nervous System Reset, to have a conversation with us about not only healing the nervous system - but healing the connection with ourselves in the process.

First, we explore what often gets overlooked in nervous work and initial steps you can take to get off the rollercoaster of emotions in dating, and perhaps in life.

Jessica shares how we can regulate our nervous systems amidst the uncertainties of dating, even when someone pulls back or pushes your buttons.

We get into the anxious and avoidant nervous systems differ, the different protective responses we have when we’re anxious, how the body stores emotions, and how neuroplasticity offers hope for repairing the nervous system.

You can repattern your nervous system and indeed find calm amidst the storm.

Finally, we’ll learn how to feel safe in our body and sit with uncomfortable feelings, even if that’s challenging or impossible before.

So, whether you're navigating the dating world or seeking a deeper understanding of you and your nervous system, this episode is for you!

Let’s do this Flirties, and meet Jessica!

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About our guest: Jessica stands at the forefront of nervous system regulation as a renowned physiotherapist and groundbreaking vagus nerve researcher. Her international bestseller, "The Nervous System Reset," has established her as the definitive voice in helping individuals overcome dysregulation.

Jessica's teachings represent an important paradigm shift in understanding the brain-body connection. She distills over two decades of rigorous study, groundbreaking research, and proven clinical experience into practical, actionable frameworks. that have transformed thousands of lives worldwide.

Through her innovative frameworks, and protocols Jessica has empowered thousands of students across six continents to fundamentally transform their nervous systems, resulting in:

• Enhanced resilience to stress and environmental triggers

• Improved cognitive function and emotional regulation

• Sustainable physiological balance and improved overall wellbeing

Jessica has delivered keynotes to New South Wales Police and is also a distinguished TEDx speaker. She has shared thought leadership pieces with the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age that included her personal story: the loss of her two brothers, Sam and Luke.

Learn more about Jessica's work and the Vagus Nerve Program here and follow Jessica on Instagram!

About your host: Benjamin is a flirt and dating coach sharing his love of flirting and BFE - big flirt energy - with the world! A lifelong introvert and socially anxious member of society, Benjamin now helps singles and daters alike flirt with more confidence, clarity, and fun!

As the flirt is all about connection, Benjamin helps the flirt community (the Flirties!) date from a place that allows the value of connection in all forms - platonic, romantic, and with the self - to take center stage.

Ultimately, this practice of connection helps flirters and daters alike create stronger relationships, transcend limiting beliefs, and develop an unwavering love for the self.

His work has been featured in Fortune, NBC News, The Huffington Post, and Yoga Journal.

You can connect with Benjamin on Instagram, TikTok, stream the Flirtations Flirtcast everywhere you listen to podcasts (like right here!), and find out more about working together 1:1 here.

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we welcome Ashley Maland, Host of the "This Is Where We Heal" Podcast, to have a conversation with us about the complex journey of surviving an abusive relationship.

We'll uncover how to begin healing from abusive and toxic relationships—whether it’s domestic violence, sexual assault, or the emotional scars left by narcissistic abuse—and discover the initial steps you can take if you find yourself in a harmful or volatile situation.

Ashley shares her insights on trusting yourself, practicing self-forgiveness, and how we can build healthy foundations in early dating without rushing, falling into self-sabotage, or repeating old patterns.

Together, we’ll talk about how your most loving, authentic self is the best version of you—even if past experiences have left you feeling hardened—and how to shift from a victim mentality to that of a victor.

We'll also ask the tough questions, like are all abusers narcissists? Is there really a rock bottom moment, or is that just an illusion? Why is it so hard to break free from an abuser?

If you're ready to believe in what’s possible, trust your inner voice, and reclaim your power in love and life, then this episode is for you.

Alright Flirties, let’s go on on healing journey with Ashley Maland.

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About our guest: Ashley Taylor Maland is a multi-talented social media influencer, writer, and healing from DV & SA advocate. With a dedicated following of over half a million followers, she has garnered widespread attention for her impactful content, including viral videos that have amassed over 20 million views. Ashley's platform serves as a space for discussions on healing, authenticity, toxic relationships, self-belief, and self-improvement.

Ashley is a resilient single mother who balances her various roles with grace and determination. As the podcast host for “This Is Where We Heal” she utilizes her platform to amplify important conversations and share empowering stories. Using her own experiences to raise awareness and offer support to others facing similar challenges in relationships and healing.

Driven by her belief in the power of authenticity, Ashley strives to inspire and encourage her audience to embrace their true selves, prioritize self-care, and break free from toxic relationships. Her unwavering commitment to personal growth and empowerment has solidified her reputation as a positive force in the online community.

Her podcast “This Is Where We Heal” can be found on Apple, Spotify & YouTube.

Listen to the This is Where We Heal Podcast, and follow Ashley on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

About your host: Benjamin is a flirt and dating coach sharing his love of flirting and BFE - big flirt energy - with the world! A lifelong introvert and socially anxious member of society, Benjamin now helps singles and daters alike flirt with more confidence, clarity, and fun!

As the flirt is all about connection, Benjamin helps the flirt community (the Flirties!) date from a place that allows the value of connection in all forms - platonic, romantic, and with the self - to take center stage.

Ultimately, this practice of connection helps flirters and daters alike create stronger relationships, transcend limiting beliefs, and develop an unwavering love for the self.

His work has been featured in Fortune, NBC News, The Huffington Post, and Yoga Journal.

You can connect with Benjamin on Instagram, TikTok, stream the Flirtations Flirtcast everywhere you listen to podcasts (like right here!), and find out more about working together 1:1 here.

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we’re talking about how to not settle in dating with relationship coach, doctor of integrative medicine, and host of the Brianna Approved podcast, it’s Dr. Brianna Diorio!

We've got a lot to get to today and here’s what you can expect!

First, we'll explore what it really means to “settle” in dating and the different ways it shows up - whether that's settling for the wrong person, someone’s potential, or accepting singleness when you don’t wanna, We’ll talk about the experience of staying too long in the wrong relationships, sometimes because we have so much invested already, or don’t want to be alone.

Brianna will guide us through common scenarios like the quest for perfection, the role of fear in all of this (so many of us are worried about settling), and the difference between preferences and priorities in dating.

Finally, we’ll discuss why discernment and alignment are more important than time, and we’ll hear strategies for trusting your intuition and knowing when to walk away if that’s right for you.

If you’ve ever found yourself wondering how to slow down in dating and let go of the “settling” trap, this episode is for you!

Let’s do this Flirties, and meet Brianna!

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About our guest: Dr. Brianna Diorio is a functional medicine practitioner and integrative health expert who helps individuals move from awareness to aligned action by integrating mindset, neurochemistry, and holistic health. With a PhD in Integrative Medicine and advanced training in functional diagnostics and mind-body medicine, she specializes in uncovering the root causes of emotional and physiological imbalances.

Her method blends the science of behavior change, subconscious reprogramming, and integrative medicine—using a fusion of evidence-based tools, reflective prompts, and actionable strategies to drive intentional, lasting change. Drawing from integrative psychology, neurobiology, and functional medicine, Brianna empowers clients to rewrite outdated patterns, develop emotional agility, and reclaim their personal power.

You can stream the Brianna Approved Podcast here and follow Dr. Diorio on Instagram and TikTok.

About your host: Benjamin is a flirt and dating coach sharing his love of flirting and BFE - big flirt energy - with the world! A lifelong introvert and socially anxious member of society, Benjamin now helps singles and daters alike flirt with more confidence, clarity, and fun!

As the flirt is all about connection, Benjamin helps the flirt community (the Flirties!) date from a place that allows the value of connection in all forms - platonic, romantic, and with the self - to take center stage.

Ultimately, this practice of connection helps flirters and daters alike create stronger relationships, transcend limiting beliefs, and develop an unwavering love for the self.

His work has been featured in Fortune, NBC News, The Huffington Post, and Yoga Journal.

You can connect with Benjamin on Instagram, TikTok, stream the Flirtations Flirtcast everywhere you listen to podcasts (like right here!), and find out more about working together 1:1 here.