Episodes
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Reinvention isn’t just for brands—it’s for people, too. This week on Dateless in Delray, Susan sits down with Robin Fisher Roffer, one of the pioneers of personal branding and the founder of Big Fish Marketing, whose clients have included CNN, MTV, Discovery, and some of the biggest media brands in the world. Robin shares the lessons behind her bestselling books, including Make a Name for Yourself and her newest memoir, Plenty of Husbands, a candid and inspiring look at love, resilience, and finding your true path.
From career pivots and personal reinvention to relationships, purpose, and the courage to embrace change at any age, Robin offers practical wisdom and unforgettable stories from a life spent helping others discover—and tell—their greatest story. Learn more at bigfishmarketing.com. -
What if the secret to finding the right relationship starts with you — not with the right app, the right profile, or the right opener?
This week, host Susan Shore sits down with two remarkable women from very different corners of the wellness world: Marla Past, full-spectrum health coach, author, hypnotherapist, and meditation teacher; and Julie Shanebrook, founder and CEO of ChillRx Med Spa in Delray Beach. Both have turned personal struggles into powerful careers helping others feel better from the inside out.
Together, they explore the surprising and deeply personal connections between physical health, emotional well-being, self-confidence, and our ability to build meaningful relationships. The conversation covers:
How cryotherapy, infrared sauna, and contrast therapy work — and why reducing inflammation can quiet anxiety and shift your entire outlookThe law of attraction and vibration: why becoming the person you want to attract is more than just a mantraMarla's journey from childhood obesity and decades-long battle with bulimia to becoming a guide for others navigating life's hardest transitionsJulie's breast cancer journey, how her own wellness tools carried her through, and her moving tribute to the women who came before herHyperbaric oxygen therapy and the science of healing from the inside outWhy "degunk" might be the most honest relationship advice you'll ever hearWhether you're recovering from heartbreak, reentering the dating world, or simply trying to feel more like yourself again, this episode is a reminder that the healthiest relationships start with a healthy relationship with you.
Connect with our guests:
Marla Past: marlapast.orgChillRx Med Spa: chillrx.net | Instagram: @ChillRxMedSpa | [email protected]Enjoyed the episode? Follow, leave a review, or reach out at [email protected]
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A lot of men believe they're doing everything right in dating—being accommodating, avoiding conflict, and letting women take the lead. But according to relationship author Elliott Katz, some of those well-intentioned behaviors may actually be pushing women away.
In this episode of Dateless in Delray, Susan chats with Elliott, author of Being the Strong Man a Woman Wants, and How To Get Your Man to Wear the Pants So You Don't Have To, to explore the most common dating mistakes men make and why confidence, decisiveness, and leadership still matter in modern relationships. Whether you're dating, married, or simply trying to understand the opposite sex a little better, this lively conversation offers timeless insights into attraction, respect, and connection. Find out more at elliottkatz.com -
What if the real barrier to intimacy isn’t finding the right person—but learning how to be honest with the one you’re with?
In this episode of Dateless in Delray, Susan Shoer sits down with Sara Perry for a candid, thoughtful conversation about the parts of relationships most people avoid. Sara is a somatic sex coach and founder of Haven Space Coaching. She works with individuals and couples navigating trauma, chronic pain, and complicated relationships with intimacy—bringing a shame-free, consent-centered approach to pleasure and connection.
Together, they explore what it really means to communicate desires, set boundaries, and create intimacy that goes beyond surface-level connection.
In this episode, they discuss:
• The truth about non-monogamy and why it’s often misunderstood
• How somatic sex therapy helps people reconnect with their bodies
• Why honesty—not chemistry—is the foundation of real intimacy
• How to talk about desires, boundaries, and difficult topics without fear
This is an honest, eye-opening conversation about connection, communication, and giving yourself permission to want what you want. -
From ghosting and mixed signals to turning matches into real relationships, author and podcast host Lopaze Lasane joins Dateless in Delray to reveal the dirty little secrets behind modern online dating. In this candid and entertaining episode, we dive into dating app frustration, attraction psychology, communication mistakes, and what it really takes to make love click in today’s swipe-right world.
Plus, check out Lopaze’s book, Love at First Click: Dirty Little Secrets to Succeed at Modern Online Dating, and his Love Can’t Wait Podcast for more unfiltered conversations about dating, relationships, and modern love. -
Sugar dating. Luxury lifestyles. Clear expectations. Transactional romance… or just radical honesty about modern relationships?
In this episode of Dateless in Delray, Susan sits down with Patrick Fletcher of Sugar Matchmaking — a premium, highly screened matchmaking service for affluent men and elite women — along with returning guest Nikki from the Secrets of a Sugar Daddy podcast, who shares her firsthand perspective as a sugar baby navigating this unconventional world.
From mentorship and power dynamics to attraction, authenticity, money, and modern dating expectations, this conversation dives deeper into one of the most talked-about — and misunderstood — corners of today’s dating culture.
Whether you’re fascinated, skeptical, curious, or quietly taking notes… this episode pulls back the curtain.
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What really happens behind the velvet curtain of a “sugar” relationship—and why are more people quietly stepping into this world than ever before? In this provocative and eye-opening episode of Dateless in Delray, I sit down with Marcus, the voice behind the Secrets of a Sugar Daddy podcast, to pull back the curtain on modern arrangements, power dynamics, and the unspoken rules that govern them.
Marcus doesn’t hold back. From how these relationships actually begin, to what both sides really want (and often won’t admit), to the biggest misconceptions people have about sugar dating—this conversation goes far beyond the stereotypes. We get into money, control, emotional boundaries, and the fine line between fantasy and reality.
Whether you’re curious, skeptical, or secretly intrigued, this episode offers a rare, insider perspective that challenges what you think you know about love, intimacy, and transactional relationships in today’s dating landscape.
Want more unfiltered insights? Follow Marcus on https://www.patreon.com/SecretsofaSugarDaddyPodcast for exclusive content and one-on-one coaching on navigating the world of arrangements.Follow Dateless in Delray on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts—and if this episode makes you think (or rethink), please share it with a friend and leave a review. -
What does emotional intelligence have to do with dating? Quite a lot.
In this episode of Dateless in Delray, Susan Shoer talks with Alla Esther Levy—Certified Emotional Intelligence Strategist, Minister of Spiritual Healing, and founder of the EIEQ Institute—about how self-awareness, empathy, and emotional regulation can dramatically improve communication and connection in relationships.
Alla also shares insights from her book Level of Crazy: A Five-Step Guide to Emotional Intelligence and Transformational Leadership, exploring how understanding our emotional patterns can help us grow, laugh at ourselves, and show up more authentically in love and life. Learn more about Alla’s work at: https://www.eieqinstitute.com -
What happens when the love story you believed in turns out to be something else entirely?
In this episode of Dateless in Delray, Susan sits down with Dianne Harris—coach, survivor, and author of Love Bomb: He Sold Her a Dream and Delivered a Nightmare—to unpack the emotional rollercoaster of manipulation, misplaced trust, and ultimately… reclaiming your power.
Dianne shares her deeply personal story of being swept into what felt like a dream relationship, only to discover the darker reality beneath it. Together, we explore the red flags of love bombing, why smart, self-aware women still fall for it, and how to rebuild confidence, boundaries, and trust after the fallout.
This is a conversation about resilience, self-worth, and learning to trust yourself again—especially in today’s complicated dating landscape.
If you’ve ever questioned your instincts, ignored red flags, or found yourself asking “How did I get here?”—this episode is for you.
Learn more about Dianne’s coaching at dianneharris.com
Get her book here: Love Bomb: He Sold Her a Dream and Delivered a Nightmare https://a.co/d/0hqNrNz7
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What makes love last?
Susan Shoer sits down with Elyse Ryan — founder of Elyse Ryan Jewelry and host of Stacked — to talk about long marriage, ambition, intimacy, and evolving partnership. They explore emotional safety, attraction over time, and why commitment can deepen rather than limit identity.
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What happens when the person producing fairy-tale romances for television has to rewrite her own love story?
In this episode of Dateless in Delray, Susan Shoer talks with Julie LaPlaca, longtime Bachelor TV show franchise producer and author of the upcoming memoir The Love Producer. After more than two decades creating reality TV’s most dramatic love stories, Julie stepped away to rethink love, career, and the pressure of life timelines.
They discuss what really happens behind the scenes of reality TV romance, how those narratives shape our expectations about relationships, and how Julie reinvented her life and work using hypnotherapy and other techniques to help people reconnect with their intuition and create more authentic lives. It’s a candid conversation about fantasy vs. reality, personal reinvention, and becoming the producer of your own life and love story. -
Sex therapist and Please Me podcast host Eve Hall joins Susan Shoer for a candid conversation about desire, mismatched libidos, midlife sexuality, and consensual non-monogamy.
They unpack myths about compatibility, why communication is the foundation of intimacy, and what people misunderstand about “the lifestyle.” Thoughtful, grown-up, and grounded, this episode invites honest dialogue about pleasure and connection. -
Is speed dating the antidote to swipe fatigue?
Susan Shoer talks with longtime speed dating host Daniel Gudema about the history, evolution, and surprising effectiveness of live dating events. They explore why face-to-face chemistry still matters, common mistakes singles make, and whether meeting in real life beats algorithms.
If you’re tired of swiping, this episode may change your strategy. -
Are dating apps making connection harder instead of easier?
In this episode of Dateless in Delray, Susan Shoer talks with Jeff Wulkan, founder of Plus 1, a platform designed to help people meet through shared experiences rather than endless swiping. Instead of matching profiles, Plus 1 encourages users to post plans—dinner, a concert, a workout, or an event—and choose someone to join them.
Jeff shares what inspired him to rethink the dating app model, the biggest frustrations singles face today, and why real-world interaction may be making a comeback. They also discuss dating burnout, ghosting culture, and how shifting the focus from profiles to experiences might create more meaningful connections.
If you’re tired of swiping and ready to rethink how people meet, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on the future of dating. -
What do parenting skills and dating skills have in common? More than you think.
Susan Shoer sits down with Jamie Levine — founder of Team Esteem and host of the Mom Esteem podcast — to explore how emotional intelligence shapes both parenting and partnership. From dating burnout to blended family life, Jamie shares why behavior is communication and how building self-esteem is essential before building a relationship.
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What happens after the podcast microphones turn off and real dating life continues? In this Dateless in Delray follow-up episode, Susan Shoer reunites with Stephanie Xintas and Bill Kavanov, two South Florida singles who were among the show’s very first guests, to find out what’s changed—and what hasn’t—over the past year. From dating apps and singles events to shifting priorities, evolving expectations, and a few laugh-out-loud dating stories, Stephanie and Bill share how another year of dating has reshaped their perspectives. The conversation explores growth, burnout, optimism, self-awareness, and the realities of staying open to love in today’s dating landscape. An honest, funny, and relatable episode for anyone wondering whether dating really gets easier—or just more interesting—with time.
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In this episode of Dateless in Delray, I sit down with seasoned astrologer Susan Reynolds, who brings over 40 years of experience to the table. We explore how the stars influence our dating patterns, relationship timing, and personal growth. Susan demystifies astrology’s role in understanding relationship patterns, navigating heartbreak, and aligning with our true selves. Whether you’re skeptical or star-obsessed, this episode is a fascinating dive into how cosmic insight can offer a fresh lens on love and self-discovery.
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In Palm Beach Unfiltered: Old Money, New Rules & Modern Matchmaking, we dive even deeper with Palm Beach matchmaker Rose Lambert. Building on our previous conversation, this episode reveals the hidden dynamics of love in one of America’s most exclusive enclaves. Rose shares candid insights on the evolving social rules, the interplay of old money and modern dating, and how genuine connection is forged amidst glamour and expectation. If you’re curious about what it really takes to find love in high society—or anywhere—this episode uncovers the heart beneath the glitz.
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What happens when a relationship expert experiences the kind of heartbreak she never saw coming? In this deeply honest episode of Dateless in Delray, Susan Shoer sits down with Dr. Corey Seemiller—award-winning leadership professor, global generational expert, and TEDx speaker—to talk about love, loss, and rebuilding after everything falls apart. Despite widespread professional success, Corey’s long-term relationship ended abruptly, forcing her to confront heartbreak in a very personal way. Drawing on her research into emotionally intelligent relationships, attachment styles, boundaries, and generational dynamics, Corey shares how she transformed pain into clarity—and applied the same tools she taught in the workplace to dating, healing, and finding love again. The conversation explores why so many smart, accomplished people struggle in relationships, how emotional intelligence shapes romantic success, and what it really takes to move forward with hope instead of fear. Corey also discusses her book, The Soulmate Strategy: My Imperfect Plan to Conquer Heartbreak and Find True Love, launching February 10, 2026, a candid, research-backed roadmap for healing and opening yourself up to love again. A powerful episode for anyone navigating heartbreak, dating after loss, or learning how to build healthier, more intentional relationships—at any stage of life. Find it on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Soulmate-Strategy-Imperfect-Conquer-Heartbreak/dp/B0FD8S2S4L or wherever you buy your books.
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What if better dating isn’t about swiping more—but connecting smarter?
In this episode of Dateless in Delray, Susan Shoer explores modern love at the intersection of human connection and technology with George Dubec and Joann Coffey. George, a master networker with over 40 years in the singles world and a 46-year marriage, explains why networking principles and real-world introductions often outperform dating apps. Joann brings a forward-looking lens on AI and technology in dating, along with deep life perspective shaped by raising 12 children. Together, they unpack compatibility vs. chemistry, standards vs. fear, and what it really means to date with intention in a tech-driven world.
If you’re navigating modern dating and want clarity without losing the human element, this episode is for you. - Show more
