
Big Dating Energy
BIG DATING ENERGY is a playful, funny, and vulnerable podcast where licensed therapist Jeff Guenther, whom you may know as 'TherapyJeff,' talks to comedians, celebs, relationship experts, and every now and then an ex-partner about dating and relationship stuff. Come for the validation, stay for the painful and awkward self-disclosure. This podcast is a companion to the book 'BIG DATING ENERGY.' New episodes drop on Thursdays.Pre-Order your copy of Big Dating Energy!Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/
Latest episodes

May 30, 2024 • 1h
No Viagra in Heaven with Hannah Jones
Hannah Jones is a Denver-based comedian and one of Jeff’s favorite funny people on TikTok. She co-hosts the podcast Help! with Hannah Jones and Calvin Reid, and she’s one of the few brave souls to sit down and answer Jeff’s twenty questions. Hannah shares the story of her tortilla-scented first day on earth, why dating while living in your car is very different for women, some of her hottest relationship takes, and a whole lot more (like seventeen more. At least.) Listen to Jeff's podcast Problem Solved here: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/Subscribe to Jeff’s Patreon: https://patreon.com/therapyjeffPre-order your copy of Big Dating EnergyKeep up with all things Hannah Jones: https://hannahjonescool.com/Listen to Help! With Hannah Jones and Calvin ReidFollow Hannah on Instagram (@Hannahjonescool) and TikTok (@hannahjonescool1)DISCLAIMER: The insights shared in this podcast are for educational purposes only, and should not be seen as a substitute for professional therapy. The guidance is general in nature, and does See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 23, 2024 • 60min
How to Know What You Want with Lily Womble
Intersectional feminist dating coach Lily Womble and host Jeff discuss the woes of dating apps, importance of asking for what you want, and how patriarchy impacts dating. They delve into societal norms in relationships, essence-based partner preferences, and debate a hypothetical portal question on a first date. Lily shares insights on embracing risk for personal growth and challenges of monetizing social media content.

May 16, 2024 • 40min
It's Shame All the Way Down with Ely Kreimendahl
Ely Kreimendahl is a writer, comedian, and therapist. She’s also the host of the Shame Spiral podcast and just an absolute delight. She joins Jeff for a conversation on shame, why it’s so painful to experience, why we’re afraid to talk about it, and why confronting our shame can be so empowering. Listen to Jeff's podcast Problem Solved here: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/Follow Ely Kreimendahl on Instagram: @elykreimendahlSubscribe to Ely’s SubstackIf you’re near Brooklyn, check out Ely’s monthly queer comedy show, Gay Shame. Pre-order your copy of Big Dating EnergyDISCLAIMER: The insights shared in this podcast are for educational purposes only, and should not be seen as a substitute for professional therapy. The guidance is general in nature, and does not equate to the personalized care provided by a licensed therapist. The callers are not therapy clients.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 9, 2024 • 53min
Letting Go of Sexual Shame with Zachary Zane
This week on Big Dating Energy, Jeff welcomes Zachary Zane to the podcast. Zachary wears many hats–columnist, author, speaker, and sex expert. His book Boyslut: A Memoir and Manifesto offers a vulnerable and informative exploration of sexuality, societal norms, and serves as a call to everyone let go of sexual shame. He is also the founder and editor-in-chief of Boyslut Zine. With columns in Men’s Health and Cosmopolitan, Zachary encourages readers to understand and embrace who they really are, free from all those pesky societal messages. He’s also just a really thoughtful person and a great storyteller. This is a good one. Get into it.Listen to Jeff's podcast Problem Solved here: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/Follow Zachary Zane on Instagram: @zacharyzane_Pick up Boyslut: A Memoir and ManifestoKeep up with all things Zachary Zane: https://linktr.ee/zacharyzanePre-order your copy of Big Dating EnergyDISCLAIMER: The insights shared in this podcast are for educational purposes only, and should not be seen as a substitute for professional therapy. The guidance is general in nature, and does not equate to the personalized care provided by a licensed therapist. The callers are not therapy clients.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 2, 2024 • 1h 6min
All the Alternative Relationships with the Multiamory Podcast
Dedeker Winston, Emily Sotelo Matlack, and Jase Lindgren are the hosts of the long-running Multiamory podcast, a research-backed advice show that delves into everything you’ve ever wanted to know about alternative relationships: polyamory, open relationships, non-monogamy, relationship anarchy, solo polyamory, you name it. There are so many ways of being in relationship that go beyond monogamy, and the Multiamory crew is here to help Jeff break it all down.Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.comListen to Jeff's podcast Problem Solved here: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/Listen to Multiamory: Rethinking Modern RelationshipsFollow Multiamory on Instagram: @multiamory_podcastPick up their book: Multiamory: Essential Tools for Modern RelationshipsGet your copy of Big Dating EnergyDISCLAIMER: The insights shared in this podcast are for educational purposes only, and should not be seen as a substitute for professional therapy. The guidance is general in nature, and does not equate to the personalized care provided by a licensed therapist. The callers are not therapy clients.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 25, 2024 • 1h 1min
Twenty Questions with Sabrina Zohar
Sabrina Zohar is a dating coach and host of Do the Work podcast. She’s a give-it-to-you-straight kind of person who wants to help you start your healing journey. She joins Jeff to answer his twenty random questions about childhood, trauma, love, sex, dating, you know, all that casual stuff.Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.comListen to Jeff's podcast Problem Solved here: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/Get your copy of Big Dating EnergyLearn more about Sabrina Zohar: https://www.sabrinazohar.com/Follow Sabrina on Instagram and TikTokListen to Do the WorkDISCLAIMER: The insights shared in this podcast are for educational purposes only, and should not be seen as a substitute for professional therapy. The guidance is general in nature, and does not equate to the personalized care provided by a licensed therapist. The callers are not therapy clients.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 18, 2024 • 59min
Selfish Forgiveness with Gabrielle Stone
In this episode of Big Dating Energy, Jeff talks with best-selling author, actor, and podcast host Gabrielle Stone. Join Jeff and Gabrielle as she shares everything from the devastating discovery of her husband's affair to the empowering aftermath that led to her best-selling book Eat, Pray, FML. Discover how Gabrielle turned heartbreak into humor, and learn about her solo travel experience that reshaped her perspective on love and self-discovery. Jeff and Gabrielle explore the complexities of recognizing red flags in relationships and why we often stay despite them, while emphasizing the importance of showing compassion to our past selves. They also laugh a lot. It’s a great conversation full of vulnerability, empowerment, and–seriously–a lot of laughter.Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.comFor 25% off Big Dating Energy, pre-order your copy from Barnes & Noble by April 19th: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/big-dating-energy-jeff-guenther/1144328520Listen to Jeff's podcast Problem Solved here: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/Follow Gabrielle Stone:@gabriellestone@eatprayfmlListen to FML Talk.Pick up Gabrielle's books Eat. Pray. FML and The Ridiculous Misadventures of a Single GirlDISCLAIMER: The insights shared in this podcast are for educational purposes only, and should not be seen as a substitute for professional therapy. The guidance is general in nature, and does not equate to the personalized care provided by a licensed therapist. The callers are not therapy clients.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 11, 2024 • 1h 17min
Busy Philipps Has a Lot to Offer
Busy Philipps is an actor, author, activist, and podcaster. You know her from Freaks and Geeks, Dawson’s Creek, Girls5Eva, and a million other things, including as Mrs. George in this year’s musical comedy Mean Girls. She joins Jeff for a candid chat about all the messy, wonderful stuff: falling in love, staying pals with your ex, diving back into dating, and the eternal hunt for the right person. It's the kind of conversation that feels like catching up with an old friend—and you might even pick up some useful insights for your own life along the way.Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.comListen to Jeff's podcast Problem Solved here: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/Follow Busy Philipps on Instagram @busyphilippsListen to Busy Philipps is Doing Her BestJeff's TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/therapyjeff/Jeff's Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapyjeffGet your copy of Big Dating EnergyDISCLAIMER: The insights shared in this podcast are for educational purposes only, and should not be seen as a substitute for professional therapy. The guidance is general in nature, and does not equate to the personalized care provided by a licensed therapist. The callers are not therapy clients.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 4, 2024 • 1h 5min
Burn the Haystack with Dr. Jennie Young
Jennie Young is a writer, rhetorician, and English professor at University of Wisconsin, Green Bay. She is also the creator of the Burned Haystack Dating Method which aims to right the wrongs of the current digital dating landscape. Dr. Young joins Jeff to share her ten dating app rules, break down how the words we use affect our dating lives, and to help us better understand how we can use our language with intention to hopefully have a less miserable dating app experience.Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.comListen to Jeff's podcast Problem Solved here: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/Learn more about Jennie Young and her Burned Haystack Dating MethodJeff's TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/therapyjeff/Jeff's Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapyjeffGet your copy of Big Dating EnergyDISCLAIMER: The insights shared in this podcast are for educational purposes only, and should not be seen as a substitute for professional therapy. The guidance is general in nature, and does not equate to the personalized care provided by a licensed therapist. The callers are not therapy clients.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 28, 2024 • 1h 11min
Reality Check - Nick Thompson on Mental Health and Unscripted TV
Nick Thompson, host of the Eyes Wide Open podcast and a familiar face from season two of Love Is Blind, joins Jeff this week for a candid conversation on mental health and reality television. Nick shares what goes on behind-the-scenes to make for compelling on-camera stories and the profound impact that participating in reality TV can have on one's mental well-being. In addition to shedding light on the challenges faced by those in the reality TV spotlight, Nick shares ways in which fans can show support for individuals in the industry. He highlights the UCAN Foundation, an organization dedicated to mental health support for reality TV participants, and encourages listeners to sign the Move On petition advocating for disclaimers on reality TV shows.Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/Keep up with Nick on Instagram: @nthompson513Listen to Nick’s podcast: Eyes Wide OpenFollow the UCAN Foundation: @the_UCAN_FoundationSign the Move On petition: moveon.org/realityListen to Jeff's podcast Problem Solved here: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/Get your copy of Big Dating Energy!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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