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February 21, 2025 56 mins

Do you struggle getting dates? Are you sick of apps? Do you struggle knowing how to be able to talk to girls when you even go on dates? Then maybe it’s time to try speed dating. But how?

Today, I sit down with Taylor O'Brien, co-founder and CEO of Candid, a Catholic speed dating app. We explore the world of speed dating and how it fills the gap between traditional dating apps and local meetups. Taylor shares her personal journey, including her own dating experiences that led her to create Candid, and the pain of a called-off engagement.

We discuss the common fears and misconceptions surrounding speed dating, and how it can be a great way to meet like-minded individuals. Taylor also provides valuable tips for making the most out of speed dating events, including how to approach conversations and managing expectations.

If you're tired of swiping and want to connect with others in a meaningful way, this episode is for you!

 Chapters:

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:02:20 - Candid Speed Dating App and Events

00:10:46 - Advice for Unsuccessful Matches

00:14:01 - Tips for Speed Dating

00:22:43 - Taylor Sharing Her Personal Dating Journey

00:32:19 - Dating Pressure and Expectations

00:33:14 - Gender Differences in Dating

00:44:16 - The Importance of First Impressions

00:48:02 - Self-Reflection and Improvement in Dating

00:54:26 – Closing

 

Download Candid: https://www.candiddating.net

 

Not sure how to start a conversation with a someone you find attractive? Download my free Dating Toolkit at www.drmariosacasa.com/dating-toolkit

 

See the links below to offer financial assistance:

Diocese of Charlotte Catholic Charities Hurricane Helen Donations Page:

https://giving.classy.org/campaign/624511/donate

 

Diocese of St. Petersburg Hurricane Relief Fund:

https://www.givecentral.org/appeals-form-registration/acp5f44220f014e0/user/guest

 

To catch up on previous audio-only episodes click on the links below:

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/always-hope/id1437447070

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1EfQGHAQLHkQcmHeWjlCJF?si=6e6199090a0b4f0c

 

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