In the latest episode of First Rounds On Me, we were treated to an absolutely delightful hour filled with love, laughter, and invaluable insights as we welcomed the dynamic duo of Gabi Conti and Daren Johnson to our couch.

The podcast kicked off with a deep dive into Gabi and Daren’s beautiful and unique love story. From their initial connection on a different app that mirrored FROME so heavily, to the magic that unfolded afterwards, their journey resonates with the kind of love that feels like it’s straight out of a book. Gabi went on to share some valuable advice for creatives, emphasizing the importance of knowing when to rest and when to attack when navigating the freelance world, while Daren doled out some much needed advice to emerging entrepreneurs. The duo then took on the challenge of decoding the dating dictionary, exploring what happens when someone orbits your dating universe, and what the heck Groundhogging is. Ending with me sharing what might just be the shittiest dating story we’ve heard in a very long time—an absolute must watch if you have a sturdy stomach lol

Lesson I learnt along the way ? Well, it was when Gabi and Daren discussed the power of committing to just the first round on a date, and how that makes the dating journey way less intimidating that resonated heavily with both Joe and I for obvious reasons. They also tackled the concept of blanket statements for red flags or dealbreakers, highlighting that in matters of the heart, one size doesn’t fit all. Which is something I think we can all relate to.

Safe to say, this episode was a perfect blend of entertainment and enlightenment, leaving us all with a newfound appreciation for love, a few laughs, and some actionable takeaways for our own journeys. Check it out here, find Sex, Love and What Else Matters anywhere and everywhere you listen to pod’s, explore Gabi and Daren’s socials here, and as always, stay tuned for more exciting episodes and captivating conversations on First Rounds On Me’s Youtube Channel here. Also, please remind that big and beautiful brain of yours to stay up to date with all the delicious dating content our incredible social team puts together on Instagram and TikTok. Until next time x