Swipe East, Swipe West

PHL to SoCal: Relationships & Art w/ Amberella

What's next for street artist Amberella in art and dating? This week, we find out! Ashley kicks off this week with.a very quick life update involving her friend's wedding and an upcoming trip to Coachella Weekend 2. Then. she dives into all things art, relationships, and the practice of relating with this week's guest - street artist Amberella! Originally from Philly, Amberella is now b-coastal, currently residing in Southern California. Her work is popular due to its ability to relate to the experiences many can have in dating, and reflect some of Amberellla's personal ones herself. Throughout the conversation, you will learn all about Amberella's art, some personal experiences that lead to different bodies of her work, as well as any differences in dating for her from coast to coast. 

 

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Philadelphia: A Conversation with Bran Flakezz

WOW a lot has happened in the last week, so Ashley is adding in an extra special episode with the City of Brotherly Love's favorite TikTokker - Bran Flakezz! Before diving into all things Philly, Ashley gives a refresher on how the pod got started for anyone new here before giving yet again another life update involving a flakey LA boy smh. 

Then, all the lights shine on the Leo himself as the pair discuss Philly nightlife, hook-up culture, and how things have changed for Bran since he became TikTok famous. Expect to hear where to go to find the hot guys in the city, where to look for a relationship if you want one, and why the small size of the city can make it difficult for someone to settle down. Bran also gets real as he shares how his new found fame can make dating and going out extra difficult, as well as why we shouldn't take social media presence at face value like we did a few years ago.

 

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Boston: Dating Apps & More w/ Erik Wessel, Hinge’s Most Eligible

Has it only been 2 weeks since the last episode?! With the weather getting warmer, even more places re-opening, and men and women out on the prowl, feral girl summer has officially commenced and Ashley has some stories to share. From a *slightly* traumatic encounter in San Diego to ghosts starting to come back and haunt, the next few months will sure be interesting. After a life update, we have special guest Erik Wessel, one of Ashley's friends dating allll the way back to high school, on to talk all things Boston! Named as one of the top 10 most eligible singles on Hinge (yes, that Hinge) back in 2018, Erik shares all his thoughts and opinions on dating apps as well as how dating in Boston along with the general party scene and city demographics have changed from his time in college at Northeastern through now in his early 30s. This episode has lots of laughs and will cause you to rethink how some may approach dating apps, how you get to and from a date, and wonder if Erik should still be on the top 10 list.

 

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Masculinity, Femininity, & Dating Personas w/ Relationship Coach Roy Biancalana

The sun is shining, the days are getting longer, people are getting friendlier and are sure ready to mingle! With things opening up more in LA, Ashley and her friends have been going out on the town and she sure has some stories to share. After a quick life update, Relationship (note: NOT dating) Coach, Author, and fellow Podcaster Roy Biancalana joins Ashley this week to discuss the importance of being in "relationship shape" before you are able to find your true match. The pair discuss the interplay of masculinity and femininity in relationships, different dating personas and how they attract one another, how your relationship with your parents affects dating, and why letting go of your past is essential for you to move forward. Despite the differences in dating cultures around the globe, if you're not in the right relationship shape - you will find it hard to attract a partner anywhere you live.

Stay tuned at the end for a special surprise on how you can find out what relationship shape you are in!

 

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Listen to Roy's Podcast, The Attracting Lasting Love Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-attracting-lasting-love-podcast/id1561528328

 

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Going Global: Military Men w/ Crista of The Good Milf Podcast

This week's episode kicks off with Ashley sharing snippets of her Venice day drinking escapades (btw she met no men with potential, but ran into her friend's brother out.. LA isn't that big after all??), followed by an update on Laundromat guy. It did not go well. Then, we dive into dating around the globe with Crista of The Good Milf Podcast! Growing up in a military family and working as a civilian, Crista moved around different bases around the world, including Japan, and ended up marrying a military man and settling on Oahu. Spoiler: it did not end well. Now a single Mom, Crista currently resides in Virginia Beach, another heavy military town, and her perspectives on dating post-divorce have completely shifted. This episode will make you laugh and get emotional as Crista and Ashley exchange stories, knowledge, and perspectives on dating, especially with military men, and how experiences do indeed differ in these different cities.

 

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Inner Work & Relationships w/ Chris Marhefka

Ashley starts off this episode with an update involving an encounter with a potential prospect at a laundromat.. giving her some excitement and anxiety. Then, Ashley dives into this week's episode about showing up 100% in relationships through inner workings with Emotional & Spiritual Coach and CEO of Training Camp for the Soul Chris Marhefka. Chris discusses how ways people are raised by their parents, identifying as masculine or feminine, and where you grew up can affect their approach to relationships and how as a coach he helps people work through any intrinsic barriers. Chris also discusses the concepts of independence, codependency, and how people can learn to tune out the judgements of others to focus on their happiest self, leading to better relationships and maybe even a changed life.

 

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Austin, TX: Dirty & Weird w/ Lo

Andddd we're back! In the return of Season 2, Ashley starts off with an extended intro giving an update on happenings on dating apps and real-life shenanigans, and man is it interesting. Then, we have guest Lo, originally from the OC, on this week to share her experiences from when she lived in Austin, TX (one of Ashley's favorite cities). The girls talk Austin party culture, the hook-up scene, and open relationships, as well as how the openness of the city is drastically different from the types of people and experiences you get in LA. Lo also shares A LOT of stories, including how her trip to Austin was sponsored by an LA local, she was bamboozled by at least two Austin men, and had an encounter with a friend of a pop 'n' lock car man. This is definitely an episode you don't want to miss!

 

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Mid-Season Reflections

At the mid-season break, Ashley flies solo as she reflects on some of the key themes she's noticed across the cities covered so far with her guests - including beauty standards and social media filters, money, the difference between LA transplants and locals, and distance in dating. This is the last episode of the year - see everyone in 2022!

 

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Lake Como, Italy w/ Rhiannon

Ciao! This week, Ashley kicks off the episode with an extended intro about her Thanksgiving trip to Ojai before exploring a beautiful place across the pond - Lake Como, Italy! We have guest Rhiannon this week, Ashley's friend from study abroad and former rugby teammate, an ex-pat from the UK who is here to tell us all about her life as a new permanent resident on the Lake. We talk about the language gap, dating apps, social media & beauty, as well as the differences in dates and dating approach between Italian and British men. Rhiannon also gives insight into how Italians view age when it comes to dating, along with how long people live at home, which has affected her opinion on dating Italians. While dating on the Lake can be tough given it is very small and brings a lot of tourism, Rhiannon also emphasizes her experience as a foreigner may be different than for a local - and dating on the Lake may not be the same in the rest of Italy. Lucky for her, though.. Switzerland is just around the corner!

 

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Oahu: Chasing the Aloha Spirit w/ Denise & Denise

Aloha! This is probably one of the wildest episodes yet. The episode kicks off with Ashley sharing some LA updates, including a spicy Monday night featuring a surprise encounter with some contestants of the Bachelorette, before diving into living and dating on the island of Oahu, Hawaii! This week, we have guest Denise from the greater Chicago area and Denise from New York City here to tell us all about their experience living and dating on the island - and they do not hold back. Stories are shared about the small island dating pool, including how common it is to have a friend date one of your past flings by accident and how likely it is to run into an ex when you leave the house. The girls also discuss the transient nature of the island with military men stationed there, tourists coming in and out, and many coming to "find themselves" and only staying for a few years. While both guests share their love for the island and how the generosity of the people there changed them for the better, they also share dating stories involving hookers, fetishes (that made me pee with laughter.. note the word choice), and dates gone terribly wrong - leading to a broken back and a date Venmo request. This episode made me realize how amazing the island can be for someone, but also, that I am a prude.

 

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