Dating While Gray™

Laura Stassi
  • 4.5 (8)
  • RELATIONSHIPS
  • UPDATED WEEKLY
Dating While Gray™

When writer Laura Stassi’s marriage ended after nearly 30 years, she asked friends and relationship experts for advice on navigating the dating scene. On Dating While Gray, Laura shares what she’s learned: love doesn’t get easier as you get older.

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    Love Across the Divide, Part 2

    Laura talks with psychotherapist Ken Page about older romance and bridging political differences in kinder and gentler ways. Plus, listeners weigh in on labels like feminist and woke. Bonus content: We hear from Jeanne Safer, author of “I Love You, But I Hate Your Politics.” Our Sponsors: * Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code DATINGWHILEGRAY for a great deal: happymammoth.com * Check out Quince: https://quince.com/datingwhilegray * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/DATINGWHILEGRAY

    36 min

  2. 14 NOV

    Love Across the Divide, Part 1

    If romantic relationships are built on shared values, does that mean two people need to be aligned politically to have a deep connection and strong bond? In Part 1 of the Dating While Gray/APM broadcast special, Laura talks with older Americans navigating red-blue romance … some more successfully than others. Our Sponsors: * Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code DATINGWHILEGRAY for a great deal: happymammoth.com * Check out Quince: https://quince.com/datingwhilegray * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/DATINGWHILEGRAY

    26 min

  3. 7 NOV

    The Intentional Love Journey

    Looking for a soul salve? Here it is: Four stories of romance seeking and finding, shared by show listeners. They include Anthony, who won’t let heartbreak interfere with progress; and Peter, who describes his “good enough” union in the most positive of ways. Our Sponsors: * Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code DATINGWHILEGRAY for a great deal: happymammoth.com * Check out Quince: https://quince.com/datingwhilegray * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/DATINGWHILEGRAY

    36 min

  4. 31 OCT

    Laura’s Podcast Pick: To See Each Other

    Laura shares “A Beloved Nursing Home,” which kicks off Season 2 of tTo See Each Other. Show host George Goehl travels to Lincoln County, Wisconsin, to get to know a colorful group of people who are fighting for the future of the last remaining public nursing home in the community. Our Sponsors: * Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code DATINGWHILEGRAY for a great deal: happymammoth.com * Check out Quince: https://quince.com/datingwhilegray * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/DATINGWHILEGRAY

    32 min

  5. 24 OCT

    Romantic Love in Limbo

    It’s the dating situation no one dares think about … until it happens to them. Laura discusses ambiguous loss and next steps with Mike, whose wife has been diagnosed with a terminal brain disease, and marriage and family therapist Linda Hershman. Our Sponsors: * Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code DATINGWHILEGRAY for a great deal: happymammoth.com * Check out Quince: https://quince.com/datingwhilegray * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/DATINGWHILEGRAY

    30 min

  6. 17 OCT

    The Stay-or-Go Dilemma

    Is there ever a right time to end a romantic relationship – especially when there’s a lot of history involved? Chris and other listeners share their struggles, plus Laura chats with marriage and family therapist Linda Hershman about discernment counseling. Our Sponsors: * Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code DATINGWHILEGRAY for a great deal: happymammoth.com * Check out Quince: https://quince.com/datingwhilegray * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/DATINGWHILEGRAY

    45 min

  7. 10 OCT

    Ready, Aim, Swipe!

    Dating sites and apps can be a huge time suck and overwhelmingly, users report feeling burned out. Should we trust our gut and make quick swiping decisions? Or does being more thoughtful about the process lead to love success? Laura talks strategies and outcomes with relationship coaches and online soldiers. Our Sponsors: * Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code DATINGWHILEGRAY for a great deal: happymammoth.com * Check out Quince: https://quince.com/datingwhilegray * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/DATINGWHILEGRAY

    29 min

  8. 3 OCT

    Listener Mailbag

    Laura shares comments and questions from listeners responding to previous DWG episodes. Our Sponsors: * Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code DATINGWHILEGRAY for a great deal: happymammoth.com * Check out Quince: https://quince.com/datingwhilegray * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/DATINGWHILEGRAY

    30 min
See All (124)

Hosts & Guests

Ratings & Reviews

4.5
out of 5
8 Ratings

About

When writer Laura Stassi’s marriage ended after nearly 30 years, she asked friends and relationship experts for advice on navigating the dating scene. On Dating While Gray, Laura shares what she’s learned: love doesn’t get easier as you get older.

Information

  • Creator
    Laura Stassi
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    124
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023 Stassi Creative, LLC
  • Show Website
    Dating While Gray™

You Might Also Like

To listen to explicit episodes, sign in.

Stay up to date with this show

Sign in or sign up to follow shows, save episodes and get the latest updates.
Select a country or region

Africa, Middle East, and India

Asia Pacific

Europe

Latin America and the Caribbean

The United States and Canada