First Round's on Me

Today, we’re joined by Carrie Berk—author, journalist, and real-life rom-com protagonist. Her book My Real-Life Rom-Com is all about dating with confidence, rewriting the rules, and embracing the chaos. And her latest, MindFire, dives deep into love, OCD, and anxiety—aka, when your brain becomes your worst wingman.We’re breaking down modern dating myths, first-date disasters, and the rom-com tropes that need to be canceled immediat...

If you’ve ever found yourself deep in CocktailTok at 2 AM, mesmerized by perfectly shaken espresso martinis and dangerously smooth Negronis, chances are, you’ve already stumbled upon Nic Hamilton’s world.Today, we’re serving up questions, cocktails, and lil’ bit of chaos with none other than the internet’s favorite bartender, cocktail connoisseur, and author of Sipsy Doozy. In this episode, we’re shaking things up, pun very much in...

Today, we’re turning up the heat because we have the internet’s resident sexpert in the house—the one and only Dr. Tara. She’s the fearless, no-filter voice behind the LuvBites Podcast, co-host of Loveline, and the author of How Do You Like It?—the ultimate guide to getting what you want (in bed).So, we’re asking all the questions you really want answered—the worst sex advice still haunting the internet, the biggest intimacy killer...

We have the one and only Benny Hart joining us—the man behind The Zero Mindset, a no-BS guide to deprogramming outdated social rules, dropping the excuses, and actually getting what you want, whether that’s in business, life, or love.So today, we’re tearing apart the dating rulebook, talking about why people are failing at modern romance, learning why being intentional in love is just as important as it is in business.and—of course...

Today, we’re taking the podcast in a different direction—because when you have two powerhouse journalists in the room, you lean into the big conversations. We’re joined by Mabel Kabani & Wren Woodson, the sharp and insightful minds behind NewGirls Podcast, and we’re about to unpack some of the most hotly debated questions in modern dating:Are dating apps actually helping us find love, or are they just keeping us swiping, spendi...

Today, we’re joined by the one and only Wolf Taylor. He’s host of Half Way Up podcast and has a way of cutting through the dating noise with honesty and humor, offering perspectives that make you pause and rethink what you thought you knew about modern connections.

So, of course, we’re putting him to the test with some of the most interesting, thought-provoking, and maybe even a little controversial dating topics. And yes, there wil...

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, ...