Men, Sex & Pleasure with Cam Fraser #239 Authenticity, Boundaries, and Real Connections: Navigating Dating in the Digital Age (with Dr. Frankie Bashan)
Feb 7, 2025
Dr. Frankie Bashan, a clinical psychologist and CEO of Little Gay Book, dives into the tangled world of modern dating. She highlights the pitfalls of dating apps, emphasizing authenticity and the often addictive nature of swiping. Frankie shares tips on transforming online chats into real-life meetings and the unique challenges LGBTQ+ daters face. Listeners gain insights on effective dating etiquette and the value of engaging in enjoyable activities for meeting new people, all while fostering genuine connections.
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Learning Flirting By Observing Gay Bars
- Cam recalled going to gay bars early on and being surprised by confident, varied flirting styles he observed.
- That experience taught him what felt flattering versus intrusive when being approached.
Playing Dating Games Backfires
- Dr. Frankie described clients feeling stuck and playing complicated dating games instead of being authentic.
- She links this to people trying to fit a perceived prototype rather than showing their true selves.
Host's Perspective: Long Relationship, Little Dating
- Cam shared his personal inexperience with modern dating apps after a long-term relationship.
- He uses that perspective to introduce listeners' common struggles with app fatigue.