Episodes

  • On this week's episode of The Challenger Podcast, I am back with a solo episode relaying the news of Harris's announcement for candidacy for President of the United States.

    Why would a relationship coach want to do an entire episode on politics? Because having hard conversations in relationships may be over the politics and current events in the US.

    Reach out if you have any questions about your own personal dating and relationship journey now!

    The Challenger Podcast takes a look at modern relationships through the lens of The Enneagram, attachment theory and self-awareness.

    If you're like me, you've been overwhelmed with all the choices available to you on dating apps and the mixed signals that you receive over text that are hard to understand.

    A few years ago, I was in the same place so I sought out relationship experts and real life daters to help our audience understand how to navigate modern dating where texting, social media and dating apps are ways that people connect and communicate in the modern world.

    Did you enjoy the podcast?

    If so, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Podchaser.

    It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the Challenger Community, and help others find the self-awareness they’re looking for.

    Are you looking for support as you navigate modern dating with texting, social media and dating apps as a primary way that people connect and communicate?

    Are you looking to heal your relationships while receiving and contributing to the lives of others from around the world?

    Check out my Tiktok Page @dave.glaser for a candid look into modern dating and current events.

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  • Do politics and dating go together? Some would say avoid talking about politics at all costs on a first date.

    Others may try to convince you that discovering that about your date as early as possible saves you time and heartbreak. What are your thoughts?

    On today's episode of the podcast, I lay out a few answers to those questions and so much more. For starters, I cover how the Enneagram 5, the Investigator, shows up on Hinge and which prompts they may want to go with to start conversations.

    From there, I dig into politics in modern dating and how to vet a date for alignment with values based questions. Reach out if you have any questions about your own personal dating and relationship journey now!

    The Challenger Podcast takes a look at modern relationships through the lens of The Enneagram, attachment theory and self-awareness.

    If you're like me, you've been overwhelmed with all the choices available to you on dating apps and the mixed signals that you receive over text that are hard to understand.

    A few years ago, I was in the same place so I sought out relationship experts and real life daters to help our audience understand how to navigate modern dating where texting, social media and dating apps are ways that people connect and communicate in the modern world.

    Did you enjoy the podcast?

    If so, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Podchaser.

    It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the Dave Glaser Community, and help others find the self-awareness they’re looking for.

    Are you looking for support as you navigate modern dating with texting, social media and dating apps as a primary way that people connect and communicate?

    Are you looking to heal your relationships while receiving and contributing to the lives of others from around the world?

    Check out my Tiktok Page @dave.glaser for a candid look into modern dating.

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    For more episodes visit me at DaveGlaser.com | Instagram @coachdaveglaser

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  • Kyle Weiger, hand balancing coach and good friend, joins me on the podcast today to talk about the home buying process, moving, job changes, sobriety and the Presidential Debates.

    If his message resonates with you today, please connect with him on all social media platforms @kyleweiger or kyleweiger.com

    Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the community, and encourage others to discover the self-awareness they’re looking for to show up more authentically in modern dating.

    Are you looking for support as you navigate modern dating with texting, social media and dating apps as a primary way that people connect and communicate?

    Are you looking to build your relationship while receiving and contributing to the lives of others from around the world?

    Just real, weekly authentic dating advice from me. Email me today for a free consultation [email protected]

    Follow me on Tiktok @dave.glaser for a candid look into modern dating and live Q&As.

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  • How do you set your intentions before you begin online dating? My top seven recommendations are available on today's episode of the podcast.

    We dig deep in this episode and how you would choose Hinge prompts if you're an Enneagram type 4, The Individualist. Are you a 4 or dating an Individualist? These prompts will help you understand yourself and others when dating online in the modern world.

    We close out today's episode by talking about the recent Presidential Debate between Trump and Biden while digging into the comparison between how they approach staffing their administrations.

    Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the community, and encourage others to discover the self-awareness they’re looking for to show up more authentically in modern dating.

    Are you looking for support as you navigate modern dating with texting, social media and dating apps as a primary way that people connect and communicate?

    Are you looking to build your relationship while receiving and contributing to the lives of others from around the world? Just real, weekly authentic dating advice from me.

    Email me today for a free consultation [email protected] Follow me on Tiktok @dave.glaser for a candid look into modern dating and live Q&As.

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  • How do you spot red flags on a dating app? The top six answers are discussed on today's episode of the podcast.

    More topics in this episode are Hinge prompts for the Enneagram type 3, The Achiever. Are you a 3 or dating an Achiever? These prompts will help you understand yourself and others when dating in the modern world.

    We close out today's episode by talking about Cults; specifically the Cult of Donald Trump and the MAGA Republican party.

    Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the community, and encourage others to discover the self-awareness they’re looking for to show up more authentically in modern dating.

    Are you looking for support as you navigate modern dating with texting, social media and dating apps as a primary way that people connect and communicate?

    Are you looking to build your relationship while receiving and contributing to the lives of others from around the world? Just real, weekly authentic dating advice from me.

    Email me today for a free consultation [email protected] Follow me on Tiktok @dave.glaser for a candid look into modern dating and live Q&As.

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    For more episodes and programs engage with me on Instagram @thechallengerpodcast

  • How to tell if someone is scamming you or are a bot on a dating app? The quick answer is to ask them to spell "potato".

    The real answer is much more complex and I am here to share five signs of a scammer on a dating app! I have also discovered a few tips on what to do to prevent being scammed or victimized financially when dating online.

    More topics in this episode are life updates you may not have seen on Tiktok and I end up talking some major smack about Bumble in a brand new segment on the podcast.

    Finally, I close it out with Hinge prompts you can use and learn from for the Enneagram Type 2, The Helper.

    Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the community, and encourage others to discover the self-awareness they’re looking for to show up more authentically in modern dating.

    Are you looking for support as you navigate modern dating with texting, social media and dating apps as a primary way that people connect and communicate? Are you looking to build onto your relationships while receiving and contributing to the lives of others from around the world?

    Just real, weekly authentic dating advice from me. Email me today for a free consultation [email protected]

    Follow me on Tiktok @dave.glaser for a candid look into modern dating and live Q&As.

    Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube

    For more episodes and programs engage with me at DaveGlaser.com | Instagram @thechallengerpodcast

  • The Reformer or Moral Protagonist, type 1, on the Enneagram is likely not the most creative or vulnerable person on your dating app.

    What are the likely prompts you'd see on Hinge for the Type 1, Reformer? In today's mini episode, I share some of the prompts that an Enneagram type 1 would choose to show their authentic self on Hinge. Plus the answers they may come up with to have fun when dating online.

    Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the community, and encourage others to discover the self-awareness they’re looking for to show up more authentically in modern dating.

    Are you looking for support as you navigate modern dating with texting, social media and dating apps as a primary way that people connect and communicate? Are you looking to build onto your relationships while receiving and contributing to the lives of others from around the world?

    Just real, weekly authentic dating advice from me. Email me today for a free consultation [email protected]

    Follow me on Tiktok @dave.glaser for a candid look into modern dating and live Q&As.

    Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube

    For more episodes and programs engage with me at DaveGlaser.com | Instagram @thechallengerpodcast

  • What are the best responses to popular Hinge prompts for the Peacemaker? In today's mini episode, I share some of the prompts that an Enneagram type 9 would choose to show their authentic self. Plus the answers they may come up with to have fun when dating online.

    Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the community, and encourage others to discover the self-awareness they’re looking for to show up more authentically in modern dating.

    Are you looking for support as you navigate modern dating with texting, social media and dating apps as a primary way that people connect and communicate? Are you looking to build onto your relationships while receiving and contributing to the lives of others from around the world?

    Just real, weekly authentic dating advice from me. Email me today for a free consultation [email protected]

    Follow me on Tiktok @dave.glaser for a candid look into modern dating and live Q&As.

    Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube

    For more episodes and programs engage with me at DaveGlaser.com | Instagram @thechallengerpodcast

  • Having a hard time picking prompts to use on the dating app Hinge? In today's mini episode, I share some of the prompts that an Enneagram type 8 would choose to show their authentic self. Plus the answers they may come up with to have fun when dating online.

    Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the community, and encourage others to discover the self-awareness they’re looking for to show up more authentically in modern dating.

    Are you looking for support as you navigate modern dating with texting, social media and dating apps as a primary way that people connect and communicate? Are you looking to build onto your relationships while receiving and contributing to the lives of others from around the world?

    Just real, weekly authentic dating advice from me. Email me today for a free consultation [email protected]

    Follow me on Tiktok @dave.glaser for a candid look into modern dating and live Q&As.

    Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube

    For more episodes and programs engage with me at DaveGlaser.com | Instagram @thechallengerpodcast

  • In this episode, we delve into the intricate details of the Match.com class action lawsuit, exploring the implications and repercussions of the legal battle on modern dating. Join me as we uncover the impact on users and the broader implications for online dating platforms.

    Tune in for a comprehensive analysis of this high-profile case that has sparked conversations about data privacy, user protection, and corporate responsibility in the digital age.

    The Challenger Podcast takes a look at modern relationships through the lens of The Enneagram, attachment theory and self-awareness. If you're like me, you've been overwhelmed with all the choices available to you on dating apps and the mixed signals that you receive over text that are hard to understand.

    A few years ago, I was in the same place so I sought out relationship experts and real life daters to help our audience understand how to navigate modern dating where texting, social media and dating apps are ways that people connect and communicate in the modern world.

    Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the Community, and help others find the self-awareness they’re looking for.

    Are you looking for support as you navigate modern dating with texting, social media and dating apps as a primary way that people connect and communicate? Are you looking to heal your relationships while receiving and contributing to the lives of others from around the world?

    Check out the private group and join me today for a free week trial of the life changing program.

    Connect with me on my Tiktok Page @dave.glaser for a candid look into modern dating.

    Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube For more episodes visit me at DaveGlaser.com | Instagram @coachdaveglaser

  • The top three reasons you may be getting FRIENDZONED are:

    Agreeableness, availability, and accessibility can potentially decrease attraction in dating due to various reasons:

    1. Agreeableness: While being agreeable is generally seen as positive, excessive agreeableness can sometimes be perceived as lacking individuality or assertiveness, which may reduce attraction. Dr. David Buss, a prominent evolutionary psychologist, suggests that this perspective is rooted in evolutionary theory, which proposes that certain traits and behaviors have been favored by natural selection due to their reproductive advantages. In this context, assertiveness may be seen as a signal of confidence, social dominance, and the ability to protect and provide for a potential mate and offspring.

    2. Availability: When someone is too readily available and constantly accessible, it can create a sense of predictability and diminish the excitement or chase that often fuels attraction.

    3. Accessibility: If someone is always easily accessible and does not create a sense of mystery or occasional unavailability, it can lead to complacency and reduce the perceived value or desirability.

    It's important to note that these factors may not universally apply to everyone, as individual preferences and circumstances can vary. Communication and finding a balance between these traits can help maintain attraction in dating.

    Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the community, and encourage others to discover the self-awareness they’re looking for to show up more authentically in modern dating.

    Are you looking for support as you navigate modern dating with texting, social media and dating apps as a primary way that people connect and communicate? Are you looking to build onto your relationships while receiving and contributing to the lives of others from around the world? Welcome to The Club, a private community where we connect, support and learn from one another on your timeline. No gimmicks. No fluff.

    Just real, authentic dating advice. Email me today for a free consultation [email protected]

    Follow me on Tiktok for a candid look into modern dating and live Q&As.

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  • Can we be too attached to our money?

    On this week's episode of the podcast, Jordan Pendleton joins me as guest host where she interviews me on how our attachment styles show up to influence our relationship with money.

    I truly enjoyed this conversation with her on her podcast REAL Money Talk as she asked great questions about my journey from scarcity to abundance in life, money and relationships.

    Please take a moment to leave us a review of the podcast on your favorite platform as it really helps us spread the message shared on the podcast about modern dating, texting, social media and dating apps.

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  • On this week's episode, I lay out ten things to look out for on a first date that can tell you that your date has an avoidant attachment style. In tune last week's episode, I'd like to encourage everyone to be mindful in how they approach making assumptions about their date and instead of writing them off as red flags, get curious about what you see and label the behavior.

    Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the community, and encourage others to discover the self-awareness they’re looking for to show up more authentically in modern dating.

    Are you looking for support as you navigate modern dating with texting, social media and dating apps as a primary way that people connect and communicate? Are you looking to build onto your relationships while receiving and contributing to the lives of others from around the world? Welcome to The Club, a private community where we connect, support and learn from one another on your timeline. No gimmicks. No fluff.

    Just real, authentic dating advice. Email me today for a free consultation [email protected]

    Follow me on Tiktok for a candid look into modern dating and live Q&As.

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  • On this week's episode of the podcast, I am joined by Samantha Graham, cohost of Where's Our Participation Trophy podcast, to talk about modern dating from the lens of attachment theory.

    The title of this podcast comes from viral videos and memes on the internet which can feel confusing for daters in the modern world being told that the right person would be able to read your mind and just give you everything you need, without being asked. Sam and I dig into what is behind this overused phrase that perpetuates the toxic "throw away" culture of modern dating.

    If her message resonated with you today, please connect with Sam on Instagram @_samanthagraham_ and check out her podcast here.

    Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the Dave Glaser Community, and help others find the self-awareness they’re looking for.

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  • On this week's episode, I walk you through 10 signs that your date or partner may have an anxious attachment style. Attachment theory research has been evolving since the last 60s and I discovered its impact in my life about five years ago.

    After a couple of bad breakups in 2017, I decided to make a change and took ownership of my role in the ending of those relationships. I sought out a counselor and began to interview experts in relationship theory and practice on this podcast. Tune in today to learn how to spot an anxiously attached date while learning tools to grow through this lens of self-awareness.

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  • On this week's episode of the podcast, Talia Bombola joins me for a follow up conversation to share with you why you may be attracted to and attracting emotionally unavailable people. Previously on the podcast, Talia and I dug in to attachment styles, masculine and feminine energy dynamics and so much more. This time around, I asked three questions that are most common in our community of authentic daters.

    Why do you attract emotionally unavailable people?

    Why do I push people away when dating?

    How do I date (earn security) as an anxious/avoidant attachment style?

    If Talia's message resonates with you today, please check out her brand new group study program beginning May 9, 2023 to download all of her dating advice and expertise by following her on Instagram @taliabombola

    Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the community, and encourage others to discover the self-awareness they’re looking for to show up more authentically in modern dating.

    Are you looking for support as you navigate modern dating with texting, social media and dating apps as a primary way that people connect and communicate? Are you looking to build onto your relationships while receiving and contributing to the lives of others from around the world? Welcome to The Club, a private community where we connect, support and learn from one another on your timeline. No gimmicks. No fluff.

    Just real, authentic dating advice. Email me today for a free consultation [email protected]

    Follow me on Tiktok for a candid look into modern dating and live Q&As.

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  • This week, we have a quick hitting, solo episode where I dig into this popular quesiton from one of our audience members from a recent Tiktok Live.

    Should a woman ask out a man on a date? Listen in on this six minute episode and reach out with any questions you may have about flirting with the masculine in a playful to let him know you're interested.

    Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the community, and encourage others to discover the self-awareness they’re looking for to show up more authentically in modern dating.

    Are you looking for support as you navigate modern dating with texting, social media and dating apps as a primary way that people connect and communicate? Are you looking to build onto your relationships while receiving and contributing to the lives of others from around the world? Welcome to The Club, a private, members only community where we connect, support and learn from one another on how to show up as out authentic selves.

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  • On this week's episode of the podcast, we continue on with our series on first dates with a real life dater Becky Bradley. I am so impressed with her bravery to come speak with me on the podcast about dating after divorce with an anxious attachment style.

    We dig into Becky's life story beginning with a medical condition as a child that left her feeling alone in school and isolated from her friends. Fast forward to her life now with children and a challenging marriage, she describes her first few relationships afterward with openness and tremendous self-awareness.

    If her message resonates with you today, please connect with her on Instagram or Tiktok at gatekeeper_prob

    Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the Dave Glaser Community, and help others find the self-awareness they’re looking for.

    Are you looking for support as you navigate modern dating with texting, social media and dating apps as a primary way that people connect and communicate? Are you looking to fix your relationships while receiving and contributing to the lives of others from around the world?

    Check out The Club and join me today for a free week trial of the like changing program.

    Check out my Tiktok Page for a candid look into modern dating.

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  • How do you define the relationship? This week's episode is a live conversation originally recorded on Tiktok with our community contributing questions as we dig into the definition of a relationship agreement vs defining the relationship with terms such as boyfriend and girlfriend.

    The conversation turned to attachment theory and the differnces of how defining the relationship impacts the nervous systems of the anxious and avoidant attachment styles.

    Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the community, and encourage others to discover the self-awareness they’re looking for to show up more authentically in modern dating.

    Are you looking for support as you navigate modern dating with texting, social media and dating apps as a primary way that people connect and communicate? Are you looking to build onto your relationships while receiving and contributing to the lives of others from around the world? Welcome to The Club, a private community where we connect, support and learn from one another on your timeline. No gimmicks. No fluff.

    Just real, authentic dating advice. Click here to Join The Club.

    Follow me on Tiktok for a candid look into modern dating and live Q&As.

    Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube

    For more episodes and programs engage with me at DaveGlaser.com | Instagram

  • What is "Nice Guy" Syndrome?I’ve seen the Nice Guy show up in my past and have experienced a lot of growth in the past few years when facing those tendencies and integrating that part back into my psyche. On this week's episode, Traver joins me to educate us on how the Nice Guy shows up for men in relationships. Traver Boehm @traverboehm is a former MMA fighter, a Challenger on the Enneagram like me, and the author of Man Uncivilized. It is a ground breaking work of poetry, thoughts, and an honest portrayal of the challenges men face in the world today. What does it mean to be a man? Why do men numb out to deal with internal conflict? These questions and more will be answered by my guest Traver Boehm, author, speaker, and facilitator of the Uncivilized Nation. Traver and I focus on how we can solve what needs all of our attention in our modern world; that it’s ok to be a man. what I took away from our conversation is too much to list here, so tune in to the full conversation on your favorite podcast app and leave us a 5 star rating and a written review. To stay connected and get more information on coaching with me, click daveglaser.com now and sign up for a free week! I am giving away one copy to a lucky listener on our instagram account this week so please connect with me @coachdaveglaser on social media to ask questions, provide feedback, and go deeper in the conversation with us.