
Seeing Other People
Modern dating sucks, but dating expert Ilana Dunn is here to make it suck just a little bit less. Join host Ilana and both well-known and anonymous, unfiltered guests as they navigate the complexities and realities of modern dating. From first dates to breakups, they’re not afraid to bare all as they dive deep into what it means to be single, in a relationship, or anything in between. Whether you're looking for love, or just want to laugh and commiserate with others, tune in to explore the rollercoaster that is the ever-evolving world of dating. And in the meantime, follow along @seeingotherpeople to feel a little less alone.
Latest episodes

Sep 17, 2024 • 60min
Maintaining Confidence in Love and Work with Bradley Steven Perry
Bradley Steven Perry, known for his roles on Disney Channel's 'Good Luck Charlie' and 'Mighty Med' and cohost of The Sit and Chat podcast joins us to discuss his journey as a child actor, his love for acting, and how he keeps himself creatively engaged. Bradley touches on the unpredictable nature of the acting industry and the importance of consistency in his life. He candidly shares his experiences with dating, relationships, and his current relationship with Natasha Bure. Bradley also delves into his biggest fears, his first kiss, dealing with heartbreak, and future aspirations.01:16 Navigating the Acting Industry03:43 Early Acting Experiences04:55 College Life and Relationships12:02 Meeting Natasha and Relationship Dynamics21:05 Confidence and Overcoming Rejection29:01 Moving to New York:35:39 Bradley's crazy NYC story40:36 First Kiss Memories41:59 Fears and Future Aspirations44:49 Celebrity Crushes and Industry Realities47:01 Best Relationship AdviceGive your brain a boost with Fungies functional mushroom gummies! Head to eatfungies.com and enjoy free shipping and 20% off with code SOP. Say goodbye to your anxiety and say hello to relaxation with Sunset Lake CBD. Head to https://sunsetlakecbd.com/coupon/sop and use code SOP for 20% off your order. Pro tip: try their sleep gummies! Grow your business, no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a #1 per month trial period at shopify.com/seeingotherpeople!Treat yourself and grab Banza, my favorite pasta (and pizza, and more!) made from chickpeas and filled with protein and fiber! Available at Whole Foods, Target, Walmart and Costco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 12, 2024 • 58min
"I Like You, But I Don’t Like Labels"
In this Unfiltered, our anonymous guest shares her journey through a confusing relationship that began as a friendship and turned toxic. Despite emotional attachment and unclear boundaries, the relationship was marked by lies, invalidated feelings, and constant back-and-forth. After years of trying to move on, a pivotal moment led her to finally break free and prioritize self-worth. Now thriving, she reflect on the importance of choosing yourself over toxic situations.Give your brain a boost with Fungies functional mushroom gummies! Head to eatfungies.com and enjoy free shipping and 20% off with code SOP. Say goodbye to your anxiety and say hello to relaxation with Sunset Lake CBD. Head to https://sunsetlakecbd.com/coupon/sop and use code SOP for 20% off your order. Pro tip: try their sleep gummies! Grow your business, no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a #1 per month trial period at shopify.com/seeingotherpeople! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 10, 2024 • 1h
How To Stop Getting Attached So Quickly with Sabrina Zohar
In this episode, we welcome special guest Sabrina Zohar, a dating coach and host of The Sabrina Zohar Show. Sabrina shares her intriguing journey from a dissatisfied fashion professional to a dating maven and content creator. We discuss Sabrina's personal experiences with anxious attachment, the impact of her past relationships, and her transformative path through therapy and self-discovery. We touch on the importance of setting boundaries, dealing with rejection, and maintaining self-worth. This episode shares insights for managing dating anxiety, the significance of authentic self-presentation, and the value of continuous personal growth within relationships.Timecodes (may be slightly altered due to ads):00:57 Sabrina Zohar's Journey to Dating Coach01:48 The Turning Point: Therapy and Self-Discovery03:10 TikTok Success and Podcast Launch03:41 Handling Trolls and Building a Community05:42 Dealing with Rejection in Dating14:28 Authenticity in Relationships16:11 Personal Stories and Overcoming Challenges22:19 Insights from Working at Hinge27:01 Understanding Avoidant Behavior31:05 Supporting a Friend with Anxious Attachment33:16 Navigating Mixed Signals in Dating43:48 Managing Anxiety in New Relationships50:59 Best Dating Advice Ever ReceivedGive your brain a boost with Fungies functional mushroom gummies! Head to eatfungies.com and enjoy free shipping and 20% off with code SOP. Say goodbye to your anxiety and say hello to relaxation with Sunset Lake CBD. Head to https://sunsetlakecbd.com/coupon/sop and use code SOP for 20% off your order. Pro tip: try their sleep gummies! Grow your business, no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a #1 per month trial period at shopify.com/seeingotherpeople! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 5, 2024 • 58min
"I Don't Want To Have Sex"
On this Unfiltered, I'm joined by Sam, a man who opens up about his experience recognizing and accepting his asexuality. He shares what his early experiences with sex and dating were like and how he came to realize that sex isn't something he needs to feel connected to somebody. He shares his journey of finding himself and finding the love of his life. Plus, we hear about his experience coming out to friends and family and trying to find his place in the LGBTQIA+ community.Give your brain a boost with Fungies functional mushroom gummies! Head to eatfungies.com and enjoy free shipping and 20% off with code SOP. Say goodbye to your anxiety and say hello to relaxation with Sunset Lake CBD. Head to https://sunsetlakecbd.com/coupon/sop and use code SOP for 20% off your order. Pro tip: try their sleep gummies! Grow your business, no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a #1 per month trial period at shopify.com/seeingotherpeople! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 3, 2024 • 58min
Finding A Love That Lasts with Matchmaker Aleeza Ben Shalom
Aleeza Ben Shalom, Coach, Matchmaker, and Host of Netflix’s Jewish Matchmaking, joins us to talk about what goes into finding a love that will last. Aleeza opens up about how she and her husband met, and how assumptions almost ruined their chances at a relationship. She shares her expertise on what holds people back from finding love, why you should “date ‘em till you hate ‘em,” the benefits of not touching for five dates, and so much more. Preorder Aleeza’s upcoming book here or wherever books are sold!All things Aleeza can be found at marriagemindedmentor.comGive your brain a boost with Fungies functional mushroom gummies! Head to eatfungies.com and enjoy free shipping and 20% off with code SOP. Say goodbye to your anxiety and say hello to relaxation with Sunset Lake CBD. Head to https://sunsetlakecbd.com/coupon/sop and use code SOP for 20% off your order. Pro tip: try their sleep gummies! Grow your business, no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a #1 per month trial period at shopify.com/seeingotherpeople! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 29, 2024 • 59min
“I Quit My Toxic Ex & Toxic Job In The Same Day”
Danielle Farage joins us to share her experience leaving both a toxic relationship and a toxic work environment. We hear how all-consuming these situations were, how they dimmed her light, and why she felt trapped in them for so long. She shares how she realized she wasn’t in healthy situations and how she came to terms with walking away from both. We discuss what to do if you feel like your friend is in a toxic situation, and how to approach having those conversations.Follow Danielle on LinkedIn and Instagram Say goodbye to your anxiety and say hello to relaxation with Sunset Lake CBD. Head to https://sunsetlakecbd.com/coupon/sop and use code SOP for 20% off your order. Pro tip: try their sleep gummies! Grow your business, no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a #1 per month trial period at shopify.com/seeingotherpeople! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 27, 2024 • 59min
How to Overcome Your Dating Anxiety and Codependence
I’m joined by Dating & Relationship Anxiety Hypnotherapist Danielle Hatton to dive into rewiring you brain to feel calm and confident instead of anxious and panicked. Danielle opens up about how her decision to call off her engagement led to healing her codependency, exploring her independence, and becoming the best version of herself. We bust myths about hypnotherapy and discuss how to build our self worth, why we obsess over people and how to stop, how to not let your anxiety sabotoge a great dating situation, and what to do when they’re not texting you back. Follow @daniellehattonn on Instagram for more!Say goodbye to your anxiety and say hello to relaxation with Sunset Lake CBD. Head to https://sunsetlakecbd.com/coupon/sop and use code SOP for 20% off your order. Pro tip: try their sleep gummies! Grow your business, no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a #1 per month trial period at shopify.com/seeingotherpeople! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 22, 2024 • 1h 2min
"I Finally Got Over Him...By Getting Under Someone Else"
I’m joined by a 30-year-old who opens up about the pain she went through when she and the person she thought she was meant to be with learned they had different plans for their futures. She shares advice for long distance relationships along with what she’s learned about getting through heartbreak over the past year. Plus, we hear about how she crushes the IRL dating game and she gives us hot tips for approaching people in the wild.Say goodbye to your anxiety and say hello to relaxation with Sunset Lake CBD. Head to https://sunsetlakecbd.com/coupon/sop and use code SOP for 20% off your order. Pro tip: try their sleep gummies! Grow your business, no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a #1 per month trial period at shopify.com/seeingotherpeople! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 20, 2024 • 55min
Politics in Dating, Being Judged & Keeping Momentum | Solo Q&A
On this solo episode, I’m opening up about turning 30, figuring out what I want to do with my life, and a few exciting things that are happening in the next month weeks along with my never ending fears surrounding them. Later, I answer your questions about finding out someone’s political beliefs on a date, fearing that someone will not want to date you because of who you are, feeling judged about taking off from dating, keeping the momentum going when one of you goes away after a few dates, and more. Love you all – thanks for tuning in and supporting me always! Check out Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, a group chat where you can ask me anything, and a community of friends going who get what you’re going through. patreon.com/lifeinprogressSay goodbye to your anxiety and say hello to relaxation with Sunset Lake CBD. Head to https://sunsetlakecbd.com/coupon/sop and use code SOP for 20% off your order. Pro tip: try their sleep gummies!Grow your business, no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a #1 per month trial period at shopify.com/seeingotherpeople! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Aug 15, 2024 • 1h 4min
"My 6 Year Relationship Ended at 31"
I'm joined by Maria, a 33 year old living in San Diego who opens up about ending her six year relationship and starting over at the age of 31. She shares how she and her ex grew apart over the years and how she ultimately decided the relationship was over. We hear how she navigated moving out, coparenting their dog, and how she processed the breakup. Maria walks us through what it was like to date as a newly single 31 year old while all of her friends were in relationships. She gifts us some hilarious dating stories and fails, and tells us how she met her now-partner. Maria is the co-founder of the coolest brand ever, Panic Panties. Check their store locator at panicpanties.com to find them at a CVS near you OR use code SOP for 20% off on panicpanties.com. Say goodbye to your anxiety and say hello to relaxation with Sunset Lake CBD. Head to https://sunsetlakecbd.com/coupon/sop and use code SOP for 20% off your order. Pro tip: try their sleep gummies! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices