Dating and Desire Podcast

Bridgett Blood and Lauren Mathues
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The Dating & Desire Podcast is a Christian dating and sexuality podcast for singles and dating adults who want more than rules or fear-based answers. Hosted by relationship coaches Bridgett Blood and Lauren Mathues, the show explores Christian dating, sexual desire, emotional safety, boundaries, and integrity. Through honest conversations with pastors, therapists, and relationship experts, we help you navigate physical boundaries and sexual formation with faith and self-trust. Because your desire is holy, your body is good, and your story matters.

Episodes

  1. 2D AGO

    EP.04 - Men Want Romance and Women Want Sex (The Sex Talk You Never Got) with Sam Jolman

    Therapist and author Sam Jolman joins Bridgett and Lauren to unpack what most Christians were never taught about sexual arousal - and why it matters for dating, marriage, and your relationship with your own body. Sam defines sex as a form of play and awe - something the church rarely frames that way. He explains arousal non-concordance, breaks down how arousal and desire actually work, and offers a grounded, faith-informed perspective on how to relate to your body without shame.   What this episode covers: The difference between arousal and desire - and why confusing them leads to shameWhy noticing beauty in another person is not the same as lustWhat "stewarding your arousal" looks like in real life, including after breakupsHow men tend to disconnect from their hearts around sex, and women from their bodiesWhy the "point of no return" myth harms both men and womenHow setting clear physical boundaries in dating creates safety and presence - not restrictionWhy being able to talk about a sexual experience out loud is a sign you've built enough trust to participate in itThe story of a husband who stopped during sex because his wife seemed distant - and why that matteredHow to respond to your own arousal with curiosity instead of panic or suppressionBridgett shares her own experience navigating arousal and grief after a breakup, and the three discuss practical ways to have honest conversations about physical boundaries in Christian dating. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/drL1Mf5hhYE == If you're a Christian who wants to date with clarity and self-awareness, this is where you start. 📱Follow ⁠⁠@datinganddesire⁠⁠ on Instagram for updates and conversation. ==Sam Jolman, therapist and author of The Sex Talk You Never Got, gives honest, practical answers rooted in Scripture and decades of counseling. Connect with Sam 💻 Sam’s article on blessing arousal Substack |  samjolman.substack.com Instagram |  @samjolman Website | samjolman.comArticle "How to Bless Arousal" == Connect with Bridgett: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ | Coaching| Free Resources| RECLAIM Cohort📓Get the free ⁠⁠Value-Based Boundaries in Dating Guide⁠⁠ == Connect with Lauren: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠  Dating Apps Don’t Have to Be Confusing. ⁠⁠Get the free guide here!

    58 min

  2. FEB 10

    EP.03 The Fear of Being Single Forever (And What Your Longing Reveals)

    Longing makes dating feel risky because something real is on the line. In this episode, Bridgett and Lauren discuss the fears that surface when desire goes unmet - including the lies about God's character, your appearance, and your worth. Lauren explains how she rebuilt her sense of beauty apart from whether any man chose her. Bridgett shares how she learned to stop putting all the weight of her longing on one person. They also talk about saying what you need early, how to handle misalignment without making the other person the enemy, and why courage matters more than outcome. Honest, grounded conversation for anyone who takes both faith and relationships seriously.== Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/he76ms6jlE0 == If you're a Christian who wants to date with clarity and self-awareness, this is where you start. 📱Follow ⁠@datinganddesire⁠ on Instagram for updates and conversation. == Connect with Bridgett: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Website⁠ | Coaching| Free Resources| RECLAIM Cohort📓Get the free ⁠Value-Based Boundaries in Dating Guide⁠ == Connect with Lauren: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Website⁠  Dating Apps Don’t Have to Be Confusing. ⁠Get the free guide here!

    56 min

  3. FEB 3

    EP.02 How Purity Culture Shaped Our View of Our Body with Courtney Leo

    Many Christians grew up hearing that desire was dangerous. That their bodies couldn't be trusted. That rigid rules were the path to purity. In this episode, biblical trauma-informed coach Courtney Leo unpacks four specific distortions that came out of purity culture—and how they continue to affect both singles and married people today. Courtney, Bridgett, and Lauren discuss: Why desire and lust are not the same thing How shutting down sexual arousal often shuts down joy and delight too The difference between managing your body and living in it Why boundaries rooted in fear don't protect you - they isolate you They also tackle the hard question of what sin actually means when Scripture is clear in some areas and personal conviction matters in others. If you've ever felt numb, confused, or ashamed about what you want, this episode offers a path back to trust - with your body, with the Holy Spirit, and with yourself. == Watch this video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HPsTyidXrwM == 📱Follow ⁠@datinganddesire⁠ on Instagram for updates and conversation. ==Connect with Courtney: Website | Instagram | Coaching== Connect with Bridgett: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Website⁠ | Coaching| Free Resources| RECLAIM Cohort📓Get the free ⁠Value-Based Boundaries in Dating Guide⁠ == Connect with Lauren: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Website⁠  Dating Apps Don’t Have to Be Confusing. ⁠Get the free guide here!

    1h 9m

  4. JAN 27

    EP.01 You're Not Asking for Too Much: A Better Framework for Dating

    Your past shows up in your dating life whether you acknowledge it or not. In this introductory episode, hosts Bridgett Blood and Lauren Mathues share who they are and why they created Dating and Desire. Bridgett is single, a former pastor, and now a sexual story work coach. Lauren is married with two kids and has coached Christian singles since 2018. Both have wrestled with insecurity about whether their life stage qualifies them to speak on this topic—and both decided to show up anyway. They discuss what "story work" means, why attraction isn't something to be ashamed of, and how this podcast will approach dating with honesty, faith, and practical wisdom. If you're a Christian who wants to date with clarity and self-awareness, this is where you start. == Watch this video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Oxc9oXb5Yuc == 📱Follow @datinganddesire on Instagram for updates and conversation. == Connect with Bridgett: Instagram Website | Coaching| Free Resources| RECLAIM Cohort📓Get the free Value-Based Boundaries in Dating Guide == Connect with Lauren: Instagram | Website  Dating Apps Don’t Have to Be Confusing. Get the free guide here!

    33 min

  5. TRAILER

    Dating & Desire Podcast - Trailer

    The Dating & Desire Podcast helps Christian singles and dating adults navigate faith, sexuality, and relationships with honesty and hope. Hosted by coaches Bridgett Blood and Lauren Mathues, we explore sexual formation, emotional safety, and integrity in dating through real conversations with pastors, therapists, and relationship experts. Because your desire is holy, your body is good, and your story matters.First episode premieres January 27, 2026 on this podcast platform and YouTube.

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The Dating & Desire Podcast is a Christian dating and sexuality podcast for singles and dating adults who want more than rules or fear-based answers. Hosted by relationship coaches Bridgett Blood and Lauren Mathues, the show explores Christian dating, sexual desire, emotional safety, boundaries, and integrity. Through honest conversations with pastors, therapists, and relationship experts, we help you navigate physical boundaries and sexual formation with faith and self-trust. Because your desire is holy, your body is good, and your story matters.

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  • Creator
    Bridgett Blood and Lauren Mathues
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Bridgett Blood and Lauren Mathues
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    Dating and Desire Podcast