First Round's on Me

Welcome back to another episode of First Round’s On Me, a First Round’s On Media production! Today, we’re joined by the unapologetically hilarious Talia Lichtenstein—a woman who has built an entire brand on saying exactly what’s on her mind. You might know her from TikTok, where she’s gone viral many times for calling out the absurdities of modern life, dating, and, well… just about everything she hates.While some people clutch the...

Welcome back to another episode of First Round’s on Me, a First Round’s On Media Production. Today we’re shaking things up and diving into the wild world of dating theories, because let’s be real, modern dating sometimes feels like it needs a user manual. And who better to helps us decode it all than Sydney Meister, associate lifestyle editor of PureWow and cohost of Cupid’s Corner, where she turns hours of research into digestible...

Welcome back to another episode of First Round’s on Me, a First Round’s On Media Production. Today, we’re tackling a topic that so many of us deal with but we rarely talk about openly – the intersection of anxiety and dating. And who better to break it all down with than Gianna LaLota, a New York City-based therapist who specializes in helping adults overcome anxiety in al of its forms. 

In this episode, we’re breaking down why anxi...

Welcome back to another episode of First Round’s on Me, a First Round’s On Media Production. Today, we are thrilled to welcome the one and only Max Cohen aka MurrayHillBoy to the show! Today, we’re diving into it all- his experiences navigating the dating scene in NYC, dating app dealbreakers, and whether the ick is a real or just self-sabotage in disguise. Plus, Max will share his journey to becoming a content creator, how he hand...

Welcome back to another episode of First Round’s On Me, a First Round’s On Media Production. Today, we’re beyond excited to welcome a powerhouse in both real estate and personal growth—the incredible Bianca D’Alessio! Today, we’ll be diving into everything from her journey to the top of the real estate world to how intentionality can shape not just your career, but also your dating and personal life. Bianca will share her insights...

Welcome back to First Round’s On Me, a First Round’s On Media production! Today, we’re back with our monthly one-on-ones where we dive into some of the most personal, powerful, and challenging conversations we’ve had. Today, we’re focusing on the age-old question of whether opposites truly attract. We’ll explore the reasons behind this phenomenon, why it might work in some relationships while leaving others in chaos, and how embrac...

Welcome back to First Round’s On Me, a First Round’s On Media production! Today, we have an incredibly special guest, Niamh McCarthy, founder of MINDFUL NATION—a revolutionary app that combines the transformative power of music, with a mission to make mindfulness and meditation accessible to everyone and help us navigate the chaos of modern life. In today’s episode, we’ll explore the intersection of mindfulness, music, and modern ...

Welcome back to First Round’s On Me, a First Round’s On Media Production! Today’s episode is one you won’t want to miss, as we are joined by the renowned Dr. Sophie Keller, PhD—psychologist, author, and expert in positive psychology. With over two decades of experience helping individuals and organizations cultivate happiness and well-being, Dr. Keller has dedicated her career to unlocking the keys to a happier, healthier life. In...

On today’s episode of First Round’s On Me, we’re kicking off a new series of monthly one-on-ones, where we dive into some of our most personal, powerful, and sometimes challenging conversations and experiences we’ve ever had. All in the hopes to connect with you, our dear listeners, on a deeper, more authentic level.

If you’re loving the conversation, hit that like button, drop a comment with your thoughts, and hit subscribe for m...

Welcome back to another episode of First Round’s On Me. Today, we have a very special guest joining us, a fellow Staten Islander and the visionary behind Island to East Side—Christina Carmona. Island to East Side is a women’s accessory and décor brand that has collaborated with celebs, major sports teams, and even gifted her products to the Kardashians for Christmas! 

With such an impressive career, we can’t wait to dive into how s...

Welcome back to First Round’s On Me! Today, we’re thrilled to welcome a true queen of dating advice, the incredible Ali Jackson! As the co-host of the wildly popular podcast Finding Mr. Height, Ali has been guiding listeners through the ups and downs of modern dating, offering advice that’s equal parts insightful, honest, and empowering. Today, we’ll be diving into Ali’s best first date tips, how to prepare for a date, and what to...

Welcome to another episode of First Round’s On Me! Today, we’re diving deep into the wild, hilarious, and sometimes completely unhinged world of love, dating and relationships with Ristin Sahebi and Lexi Leilani. They’ll share their insights on what makes relationships thrive and how to know when it’s time to give someone a second chance... or not. We’ll get into everything from the building blocks of a strong relationship, to what...

Today, we are thrilled to have an incredible guest with us—McKenzie Ryan! Not only is she an expert in the sports and real estate realms, but also brings a unique perspective to things we love talking about, which is love, relationships, and dating.
We’ll dive into everything from ‘curb appeal’ in relationships to figuring out if someone is a 'fixer-upper' or 'move-in ready.' Plus, she’ll give us her take on healthy relationships, ...

Today, we’re incredibly excited to welcome a powerhouse guest, someone whose career and life are

just as captivating as the legacy she comes from: Grace Cashman. Grace is the dynamic host of The Story

of My Number, where she sits down with Yankees legends to explore the pivotal moments that have

defined their careers and personal lives. But Grace isn’t just following in famous footsteps—she’s forging

her own exciting path in worlds...

Welcome to the First Round’s On Me podcast! We’re beyond excited for today's episode because we’ve got the incredible Jessica Belkin joining us. You may know her from her standout roles on Pretty Little Liars, American Horror Story or her most recent project “Last Straw.” But today, we’re stepping away from the Hollywood lights to explore something a bit more personal—love, dating, relationships and the crazy, unpredictable twists ...

Today's episode is extra special as we mark a huge milestone—our 100th episode! To make the celebration even sweeter, we’re joined by an amazing duo making their podcast debut as a couple: Kenzie Ziegler and Cole Sage.In this episode, Kenzie opens up about her past relationships, shedding light on the toxic patterns she faced, from being told who she could hang out with to even turning down career opportunities. With Cole, though, ...

Welcome back to First Round’s On Me! Today, we’re diving into the hilarious world of incredible Vinny Fasline. Comedian and co-host of My+Plus one podcast, he is known for his remarkable ability to transform pain into punchlines, reminding us all that laughter is truly the best medicine. Join us as we explore the wild side of comedy, the often absurd dating scene, and the crazy stories that come with both. So grab your favorite dri...

Welcome back to another episode of First Round's On Me! Today, we're thrilled to have the wonderfully witty and insightful Taylor LaVie join us! 

In today’s episode, we dive into some golden relationship advice from Taylor: slow down! In the rush to find love, we often miss out on the magic of the early stages. Taylor reminds us that savoring those moments is what makes relationships special—there's beauty in a slow burn. Speaking...

Welcome back to another episode of FROM!  If you’re anything like us, your playlist is stuffed with podcasts that spark inspiration and insight. Among those gems for us are Diary of a CEO and Jay Shetty’s On Purpose, both of which delve into some truly fascinating and in-depth conversations on dating, relationships, and the essence of human connection. So, we thought it would be a fantastic idea for us to spend an hour unpacking th...