The Later Dater Today
Between the ages of 45-59? (Give or take a few years) and dating or thinking about it? You're in the right place.
There's never been a better time to date later in life. Let us show you the advantages of dating later in life AND the places you might overlook or trip.
Lakshmi Rengarajan, host and guide of the The Later Dater podcast has spent almost 15 years trying to improve and shed an illuminating light on the culture of modern dating. She's designed one-of-a-kind events that challenged the idea of the dating profile, she worked at the world's largest dating conglomerate (Match), she studied the art of the set-up and co-hosted Season 7 of Vox Media's award-winning podcast Land of The Giants: Dating Games.
And now she's turned her attention to folks dating "later in life". Her work to change, improve and challenge modern dating culture and its tropes have been featured in the New York Times, Vanity Fair, Cosmopolitan, Oprah Daily and The Guardian and she's been a guest on the Pivot Podcast with Kara Swisher and Scott Galloway among others.
Later Daters are folks who came of age before the smartphone but also have the smarts to leverage and use technology. Modern dating culture has changed quite a bit since the introduction of dating apps but your dual existence might be just to thing that helps you navigate it today.
You're not late, you're right on time. More at www.TheLaterDaterToday.com
Latest episodes
Aug 3, 2023 • 13min
#12 Heartbreak And The Later Dater Part 2: The Overlooked Value of Heartache
Why you should listen to this episode: In this 2nd part on heartbreak and heartache, Lakshmi goes into one of the easy-to-overlook benefits when you're moving through hurt and disappointment. Our culture talks more about heartbreak and heartache as things we must "get over" rather than things we might "get into." This refreshing perspective might have you thinking and feeling differently about how you want to use this period. Who's a Later Dater? Anyone who feels they are dating later in life, or feels like they are just getting their head wrapped around how they want to date in today's world. Dating later in life has changed. And Later Daters often have the know-how and connection skills from pre-dating app days. Learn more at www.thelaterdatertoday.com. Book a free Discovery Call: www.thelaterdatertoday.com/discovery-call
Lakshmi was named among the "Best Guests of 2023" on tech and culture podcast PIVOT with Kara Swisher & Scott Galloway. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/best-friends-of-pivot/id1073226719?i=1000639439067 Help keep the The Later Dater Today podcast ad-free.https://www.buymeacoffee.com/later_Lakshmi The Later Dater Today is a podcast all about dating Later In Life but mostly the 45-59 window. This overlooked and often misunderstood part of the dating timeline is both under-discussed and wildly undervalued. Host, Lakshmi Rengarajan has been trying to bring both innovation as well as an analog approach to how we date today for the past 15 years. Episodes every Friday and follow us on Instagram for bite size servings of ideas from the podcast. Follow us there: https://www.instagram.com/the_later_dater_todayAnd be sure to visit us at the The Later Dater Today.com , sign up for our email list and please send us your questions!
Jul 28, 2023 • 9min
#11 Do I Want To Deal With This? How to Listen to Someone Else's Less-Than-Perfect Past
Learn how to skillfully listen and respond to someone's less-than-perfect past in dating. Discover tips on asking thoughtful questions, cultivating empathy, and reframing baggage as valuable life experience.
Jul 20, 2023 • 14min
#10 Heartbreak and The Later Dater Part 1: Why You Never Want To Outgrow It
The podcast explores heartbreak and its impact on Later Daters, challenging misconceptions and emphasizing its universal nature. It delves into how heartbreak influences the approach to dating, explores growth through vulnerability, and highlights the importance of remaining open to love at any stage of life.
Jul 14, 2023 • 16min
#9 Baggage or Luggage? How To Think About Your Past
The podcast explores the concept of baggage in dating later in life, examining different forms of baggage and reframing it as luggage. It emphasizes the importance of finding one's own language for the past and connecting with others through authentic experiences.
Jul 6, 2023 • 13min
#8 The Problem With "The Numbers Game"
You've probably heard it before..."You have to get out there and play the numbers game." Lakshmi sheds light on why this belief can actually hurt your chances in dating. Listen to learn a different numbers game worth playing that will truly help Later Daters. Learn more at www.thelaterdatertoday.com. Be sure to follow The Later Dater Today on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_later_dater_today/
Lakshmi was named among the "Best Guests of 2023" on tech and culture podcast PIVOT with Kara Swisher & Scott Galloway. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/best-friends-of-pivot/id1073226719?i=1000639439067 Help keep the The Later Dater Today podcast ad-free.https://www.buymeacoffee.com/later_Lakshmi The Later Dater Today is a podcast all about dating Later In Life but mostly the 45-59 window. This overlooked and often misunderstood part of the dating timeline is both under-discussed and wildly undervalued. Host, Lakshmi Rengarajan has been trying to bring both innovation as well as an analog approach to how we date today for the past 15 years. Episodes every Friday and follow us on Instagram for bite size servings of ideas from the podcast. Follow us there: https://www.instagram.com/the_later_dater_todayAnd be sure to visit us at the The Later Dater Today.com , sign up for our email list and please send us your questions!
Jul 1, 2023 • 20min
#7 From Sitting To Swiping: A Quick History of The Dating Industry
Explore the history of the dating industry and the importance of understanding it, especially for older adults. Learn about the misconceptions around dating apps and the significance of dating literacy. Understand how knowledge of the industry empowers individuals and supports parents and caretakers. Discover the development of online dating, including the introduction of geolocation technology. Explore the impact of Tinder and its revolution on the dating industry.
Jun 23, 2023 • 13min
#6 When Dating Feels Overwhelming: Intergalactic Dating Part 2
Lakshmi, named among the 'Best Guests of 2023' on tech and culture podcast PIVOT, explores the concept of intergalactic dating and how technology has changed the dating landscape. They discuss the importance of embracing differences to create meaningful connections and the excitement of being a Later Dater, focusing on building a shared vision of the future.
Jun 14, 2023 • 13min
#5 Why Most Dating Advice is Sh*tty
Learn more at www.thelaterdatertoday.com.Be sure to follow The Later Dater Today on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/the_later_dater_today/
Lakshmi was named among the "Best Guests of 2023" on tech and culture podcast PIVOT with Kara Swisher & Scott Galloway. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/best-friends-of-pivot/id1073226719?i=1000639439067 Help keep the The Later Dater Today podcast ad-free.https://www.buymeacoffee.com/later_Lakshmi The Later Dater Today is a podcast all about dating Later In Life but mostly the 45-59 window. This overlooked and often misunderstood part of the dating timeline is both under-discussed and wildly undervalued. Host, Lakshmi Rengarajan has been trying to bring both innovation as well as an analog approach to how we date today for the past 15 years. Episodes every Friday and follow us on Instagram for bite size servings of ideas from the podcast. Follow us there: https://www.instagram.com/the_later_dater_todayAnd be sure to visit us at the The Later Dater Today.com , sign up for our email list and please send us your questions!
Jun 8, 2023 • 18min
#4 When Dating Feels Overwhelming: Intergalactic Dating Part 1
Lakshmi invites Later Daters to rethink modern dating through the lens of Star Trek. The podcast explores the challenges and dynamics of intergalactic dating, the unintended consequences of online dating, and provides tactics for navigating the intergalactic dating galaxy.
Jun 1, 2023 • 18min
#3 Everyone Is a Museum and Most of Us Stay in the Lobby
Dating expert Lakshmi, founder of The Later Dater Today, explores the metaphor of dating as visiting a museum. They discuss the impact of language, the significance of hidden aspects in understanding others, and the importance of truly seeing and understanding someone on a deeper level.
