Barbie Does Dating

In this episode, Dating Coach & Matchmaker Kristin Sokol sits down with Comedian Steve Soelberg and Singles Mingle Events founder Molly Bitton for a double dose of dating talk and laughs. 👉 Part One: Did you know we’re going to 50% fewer parties than we were 20 years ago? This sad-but-true statistic has a huge impact on the dating world. Kristin, Steve, and Molly break...

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In this episode: 👉 Feel like you struggle to meet people at parties, events, or anywhere new? You’re not alone! In this episode, we dive into how you can easily bring the charm back to your IRL connections. What to say and how to do it!  👉 Kristin sits down with Molly Bitton, founder of Singles Mingle Events, to chat about what’s happening in the...

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In this episode: 👉 The do’s and don’ts of what to share and what to keep private when meeting new people digitally.  👉 Kristin and Molly Bitton, founder of Singles Mingle Events get informed by cyber security expert Sarah Kimmel. Host of Oh My Tech Podcast.  👉 Sarah Kimmel answers specific questions about what’s safe to say on a dating profile and if it’s okay...

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In this episode: 👉 The do’s and don’ts of making your dates unforgettable—how to sparkle instead of fizzle on a first date. 👉 Kristin walks Steve through a dating fumble where he missed a chance to connect, and teaches the Dating Order of Operations for getting a new connection off the ground. 👉 Learn the real Order of Operations in dating—step by step, from first...

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If you’re new around here—welcome to the chaotic joyride that is Barbie Does Dating, where we explore the wild, wonderful, and occasionally cringe-worthy world of dating in Utah culture.  Your hosts:Barbie Berg – Fearless dater with stories you’ll swear were scripted (they weren’t).Kristin Sokol – Professional Dating Coach, matchmaker and wise woman of the Wasatch.Steve Soelberg – Single, hilarious, and injured himself trying to find...

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We’re back for our second-ever video episode, and yes—it’s even better than the first.  If you’re new around here—welcome to the chaotic joyride that is Barbie Does Dating, where we explore the wild, wonderful, and occasionally cringe-worthy world of dating in Utah culture. Your hosts:Barbie Berg – fearless dater with stories you’ll swear were scripted (they weren’t).Kristin Sokol – professional Dating Coach and wise woman...

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For the first time ever…you can see the laughter, the side-eyes, the cringe, and the chemistry. Yep, Barbie Does Dating is now on video! If you’re new here—welcome! This podcast is all about the wild, wonderful, sometimes terrifying world of dating within Utah culture. Hosted by dater Barbie Berg, dating coach Kristin Sokol and (single and dating) comedian Steve Soelberg providing laugh out loud interruptions....

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Fans of the show know that Barbie is Dating! She is finding a lot of success using Hinge as her app of choice. In this app we hear Barbie’s dating stories, but one in particular will have you excited and intrigued. Join Barbie, Steve, Kristin and Nick for this episode of Barbie Does Dating. We also have special guest, Steve Sokol (husband of Kristin), and...

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What is your love confidence? What even is love confidence and how do you get it? Turns out, the answer is in this episode of Barbie Does Dating! Join Barbie, Steve, Kristin, and Nick, for great dating tips and the latest from Barbie’s newly activated dating life.

We finally made it! After six years of podcasting, we hit our 100th podcast episode. We are so grateful for all the fans and the hours they have spent with us. Have you learned something? Have you implemented anything that has helped? What are your favorite moments over the past 99 episodes? Please share them with us on Instagram. We have shared so many laughs...

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Barbie is ACTUALLY Dating! Have you heard of the dating app Hinge? Well, Barbie just got on Hinge and is trying it out–and loving it! With the mission statement to be the dating app that you should delete, Hinge is clearly a good option for finding people to date, but also offers some unique features that have helped Barbie in her dating efforts.

Dating Coach Logan Ury, has a newsletter that you should sign up for. Also, this episode we talk about a recent article entitled Weak Ties: Your Untapped Dating Gold Mine. This article talks about how you can start to consider the different ways that people find other people when they date, including people you aren’t that close to. Learn how a “weak tie” might be...

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As is our usual tradition, we just have episodes where we experience Barbie’s randomness. Nick gives a report on his trip to Italy, and shares his favorite chocolate with a side of chocolate covered chocolate — hot sipping ganache! We of course talk about Love on the Spectrum, including the new EDM that samples Connors famous phrases. Nick’s Sipping Chocolate – Similar to Hot Sipping...

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Sometimes the way we approach one part of our life can give us good principles to follow in others. That can be the case with dating and financial investing. Kristin Sokol talks about how some of the principles of good investing can be brought in play with your dating. We also get more of Steve Soelberg spends time on the massage chair. You won’t want...

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AI (Artificial Intelligence) is used in so many wonder ways–as well as some not so wonderful ways. Revisiting a previous episode in 2023 about the use of Chat GPT in Dating, we explore some of the new ways that AI can be used to help you navigate text messaging, do a glow up on your dating profile, or even give you ideas of ways to...

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On a recent TV appearance, Kristin Sokol was asked to give some advice about the phenomenon people are referring to as “Yap Trapping.” Don’t know what yap trapping is? We didn’t either, until our resident dating coach taught us about it. Kristin gives us some tips on how to address yap trapping on a date.

Barbie is back! And she has a lot to update us on. Including the latest season of Love on the Spectrum! Fans of the podcast knows how very into this show we are. Come and learn what Barbie has been doing since the start of Season 6 of the podcast. We sprinkle in some updates about other TV watching trends, like Severance. You can also...

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Sometimes, social media can get a bad reputation. Regarding the dating world, it is hard to tell what is real, what is fake, and what opportunities there are for real dating. Dating coach Kristin Sokol feels that it is time for a Social Media Revival! In this episode, we discuss ways to make sure that social media is used FOR you, not you for social...

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An often neglected aspect of dating is the clothes you wear. In this episode, we have stylist Delee Cox, who gives us some practical advice on how to filter our wardrobes and dress for who we are now. Wardrobe styling also includes dressing in a way that matches our dating goals. We also share some hope-building advice about never getting out of the game. Tune...

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Many people have strong expectations when it comes to dating opportunities. In this episode, we discuss the idea of going on a singles cruise, what sort of expectations people can or should have when engaging in an event with such high costs, and how to balance our expectations. Kristin Sokol and Nick Galieti are joined again by Ginger Healy. We also share some excellent advice...

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In this episode, Kristin Sokol, and Nick Galieti sit down with Ginger Healy to surface some ideas relating to the intersection of childhood traumas and some of the ways these experiences inform the relationships people seek out.

Are dates starting to get boring? That will change after playing the games shared with us by Darin Adam, known on Instagram as One And Only Game King. On this episode, Kristin Sokol, Nick Galieti, and Holly Venable are joined by Darin Adams, who shares some of the funniest and most fun games you can play with your date or with a group of friends....

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Do your first dates end up being this boring, repetitive, even silently enduring experience because no one knows how to start up engaging conversations? This episode will give you several options or methods to start up conversations to help you get to know your date without pressure. Kristin Sokol hosts this episode with Nick and guest Holly Venable.  Come and play these games with us....

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In college basketball, March Madness is arguably the most popular part of college sports. But in the dating world, this time of year is the first season, post Valentine’s Day, to challenge yourself to find a new love in your life. In this episode we give you 31 tips, something to try for every day in March, to amp up the excitement of your dating...

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This episode marks the start of Barbie Does Dating where Kristin Sokol is at the helm. With that new start we will kick off a new podcast season with special guest Molly Bitton. Molly is organizing the Singles Mingle 5K walk/run. Molly shares her life story and how she chose to invent herself as a runner a few years back and how that has led...

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In this episode of Barbie Does Dating, Barbie, Nick, Steve, and Kristin Sokol, delve into the intricate dance of meaning-making in the dating world, exploring how individuals navigate the often blurred lines between truth and meaning. Through engaging anecdotes and expert insights, listeners are guided to understand the profound impact of personal narratives on relationships. The episode sheds light on how subjective meanings can shape...

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In this episode of “Barbie Does Dating,” Barbie, Nick, Steve, and Kristin Sokol, dive into the world of “solvable turn-offs” in relationships. From minor habits that can easily be adjusted to bigger personality quirks that might need some introspection, we explore the common turn-offs people encounter while dating and how to navigate them. With her usual charm and wit, Barbie and Kristin offer practical advice...

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In this final episode of Season 3 of Barbie Does Dating, and as we head into 2025, Barbie introduces another TikTok dating phenomenon called Dating Hunger Games From TikTok’r DanaAlyss. What are the Dating Hunger Games you ask? Well, listen to the episode to learn. This episode features Barbie, Nick, and dating coach to the stars, Kristin Sokol. What topics do you want to talk...

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What did you see as dating trends in 2024? Did you have some highs and lows this year to help inform your 2025?

In this episode, we discuss ways to short-circuit anxious thinking errors. We also talk about wenises and face knees. You're welcome.

Have you ever used a Dating Vision Boards? We discuss what we want on our dating vision boards. Rejoined by comedian Steve Soelberg!

Dating as you re-enter a faith tradition is a unique and challenging proposition. Learn some tips and tricks from dating coach Kristin Sokol.

In a previous episode with guest Jhill Seraphina, we discussed the book Find a Husband After 35: Using What I Learned at Harvard Business School by Rachel Greenwald. In this episode, Barbie, Nick, and Dating Coach Kristin Sokol, go through how these principles apply to dating and creating your brand as a person. WARNING: There is a lot of Olympic talk, so sit back, relax,...

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Barbie, Nick, Kristin Sokol, and Jhill Seraphina, discuss the best-selling book, Find a Husband After 35: What I learned in Harvard Business School by Rachael Greenwald.

It's time for another Minisode! This time we will be sharing some good, bad, and cute dating stories. Our guest for this episode is Jhill Seraphina, also known as Vibes of Light. We go through some awkward or bad dating stories, some good ones, and some adorably cute and snuggly dating stories. Join us for a fun and quick shot of Barbie Does Dating.

The Psychology of First Impressions is a complicated but interesting topic when considered in light of dating. Online dating, in person dating, on the phone, or text, there are many openings for first impressions. Some research shows that you only have 3 seconds to make a first impression. In the swipe happy world of app dating, first impressions are often wrong. How do we have...

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Why don’t men ask questions on dates? Why don’t women ask questions on dates? Is asking questions really THAT hard? And if someone doesn’t ask really good questions is THAT a deal breaker? Barbie, Nick, and dating coach Kristin Sokol discuss the various experiences people have with people either don’t ask many questions on dates, or ask really terrible questions.

On this episode, we are joined by Catherine who courageously came on to talk about her experience using a paid matchmaking service. Learn some of the principles of what you should expect from a matchmaking service, both as a man or a woman (and they are different). Learn from the good and the bad experiences that Catherine has had. Join Barbie, Nick, and Dating Coach...

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Barbie, Nick, and guest Co-host Kristin Sokol discuss treating online dating as a supplement to your social calendar rather than the thing fully responsible for your dating happiness.

Are you hoping to find love later in life? (What does later even mean?) In this episode, Barbie and Nick are joined by esteemed dating coach Kristin Sokol to discuss how dating and happy relationships can be happy at any age. Hear stories of two ladies over the age of 65 and some of the ways they were coached to find love and worked! This...

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