Seeing Other People

Twenty-seven year old NYC resident, listener and friend Helena joins the Unfiltered family today to discuss the challenges of dating when you’ve never been in a relationship before. She opens up about the pressure she feels from her family, society, and herself to find love. Helena shares what she feels like she’s missing out on, how she discusses her “relationship history” with potential partners, and what her fears are for the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Smiley Poswolsky, author of Friendship in the Age of Loneliness, joins Ilana on Seeing Other People to discuss human connection in today’s society and culture. Smiley shares his research and knowledge on opening your world up to new people, digging deeper with the people that you know, using technology to foster more meaningful connections, and more. He gives advice on maintaining friendships when you or a friend gets into a new relationship, what to do when your friend’s new significant other is bringing them down, and how to be a good friend to someone going through heartbreak or a difficult time. Follow Smiley @whatsupsmiley, visit Smiley’s website at https://smileyposwolsky.com/ and head to Amazon to buy the book!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Unfiltered, I’m joined by a 24-year-old female who has been grappling with religious sexual shame while trying to date. From a young age, she was taught that dating and sexual experiences were for marriage only. She has spent years reflecting on her religious upbringing and is now committed to starting over and dictating her own values as she beings to explore how she feels about casual dating, relationships, and the entire world of modern dating.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ilana sits down with Matthew Wurnig, the creator and dater behind 50 Dates in 50 States. Matthew shares how he got the idea to do a date in every state during the pandemic, first virtually, and then IRL. We discuss what it’s like meeting and dating people from all different backgrounds, how the place you grow up can impact your dating life, and how dating culture differs from state to state. We also learn what Matthew has learned about himself and about human connection throughout his journey. Check out Matthew’s journey on tiktok @50datesin50states and on IG @matthewwurnig. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Real people. Real stories. Real life. Anonymous listeners join the show to have vulnerable and open conversations about what they’ve struggled with in their dating lives, what they wish they knew when going through their experience, and how they came out stronger. Topics to expect include dating after experiencing loss, STIs, eating disorders, abortions, mental health, trauma and more. No matter what you’re going through, you’re not alone. This is Seeing Other People UNFILTERED. Presented by Mindset Wellness CBD.On the first episode of UNFILTERED, Ilana is joined by Anonymous who is currently struggling to get over her ex after a difficult breakup. We hear about the events that unfolded leading to the breakup, how she feels addicted to checking his social media, and why we often stay in unhealthy relationships even when we know we deserve more. 7:18 How Ilana and our Anonymous guest met10:36 A letter from Anonymous to her ex20:08 The relationship – what went down?36:30 Walking away isn't easy 38:56 Ilana shares her breakup story44:53 Feeling unworthy of the person you’re with48:02 How Ilana and Anonymous have been working together54:01 What you’re mourning with heartbreak1:00:09 Regrets 1:06:38 Listener questionsHave a story you want to share on UNFILTERED? Email us at seeingotherpeoplepodcast@gmail.com.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Seeing Other people, Ilana is joined by Sarah Sasson, her best friend and the co-host of the It’s Fine, I’m Fine podcast. Ilana and Sarah discuss overcoming the loneliness that comes with singlehood, how to make the most of being the only single one in the friend group, and why the more you know yourself the harder (but more rewarding) dating can be.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this special episode of Seeing Other People, we’re parting ways with one of our beloved hosts. We’re bad at goodbyes, but we did our best. Plus, it’s not goodbye, it’s see you later (worldwide…on a big screen…or a small screen…lots of screens…ok just listen). Tune in to hear the breaking news.Follow along and keep in touch www.instagram.com/jonahfeingold and make sure to check out Jonah’s new film Dating and New York! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re diving into the ins and outs of being vulnerable in your dating life. When do you start opening up and being vulnerable? How can you be vulnerable without putting yourself at risk of oversharing? If someone’s not opening up to you, how can you encourage them to? What do you do if you feel closed off and afraid to be vulnerable after a heartbreak? Later in the episode, we practice vulnerability by playing the We’re Not Really Strangers card game and learn more about each other and ourselves in the process.  Presented by Mindset Wellness CBD. Father’s Day is coming up on June 20th! Head to www.mindsetwellnesscbd.com to grab the perfect Father’s Day gift! Use code “SeeingOtherPeople” at checkout for 10% off and free shipping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re back with another full Q&A episode! How can you close the door on someone once and for all? How many dates in should you delete your dating apps? How do you tell your ex you want to give it another chance? How should you handle a crush on a coworker? What if you don't feel physically attracted to someone? All of this and more.DM us your questions @seeingotherpeople on IG or email us seeingotherpeoplepodcast@gmail.com.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeremy Jacobowitz aka Brunch Boys chats with Jonah and Ilana about all things going out on dates. Who should pay? Should it be drinks or dinner? What food is okay to order on a first date? How to maintain the same drinking speed as your partner - and more in this hilarious episode that pokes fun and brings awareness to the nuances of modern dating. The episode wraps with some listener questionsp.s. Jonah apologizes that his mic was turned off and his sound is a bit reverb-y.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices