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In this episode:
Instructional Matchmaker Kristin Sokol and dater Barbie Berg are back after a few weeks away for work, travel, and real life.
The first part of the episode is a warm catch-up full of travel stories, personal updates, and Kristin’s reflections on giving a toast at a client’s wedding. Then, around the 15-minute mark, the conversation takes a fascinating turn.
Kristin shares powerful insights from Bonded by Evolution by author and professor Paul Eastwick, calling it one of the meatiest and most insightful dating books she has read this decade.
Together, Kristin and Barbie explore questions like: Is your value as a mate fixed or fluid? Where do you have the most control in finding the love of your life? Could the fastest path to finding your person actually be through expanding your social network? Are we confused about what the opposite gender is really looking for? And why can overgeneralizing about dating, men, women, or “what everyone wants” quietly sabotage connection?
Kristin also breaks down why joining communities, building wider circles, and becoming part of active social networks may be one of the most statistically promising ways to meet someone special.
If you’re curious about intentional dating, modern matchmaking, this episode is a must-listen.
It’s funny, insightful, and full of those “oh… that’s me” moments. Don’t miss this episode.
If you’re new around here—welcome to the chaotic joyride that is Barbie Does Dating, where we explore the wild, wonderful, and occasionally cringe-worthy world of dating in Utah culture.
Your hosting team (normally):
Barbie Berg – fearless dater with stories you’ll swear were scripted (they are not).
Kristin Sokol – professional Dating Coach and wise woman of the Wasatch.
Steve Soelberg – single, hilarious, and finds something goofy to do each episode
Plus our very special guests!
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Watch past episodes + explore extras at barbiedoesdating.com
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