There is a perception that our life starts to dwindle away as we get older, but guest Allie proves that it certainly does not based on her experiences working at Senior Home Living Centers in California and Texas. Though the centers are typically 65+ and focus on healthcare, many of the residents are still full of life and are looking for love - with some finding it within the center. Allie shares stories of residents finding partners, despite their age, while navigating issues like dementia and Parkinson's Disease, online dating, hook-ups and love triangles within the center, with some situations even ending happily in marriage. This episode truly shows your life does not stop as you get older and is definitely a special one to tune into!   Find us on IG: @swipeeastswipewest Find Ashley on TikTok: @ashleyanngora   Like what you hear? Rate/review/subscribe!

This week, we have guest Michelle on the pod to talk about all things living and dating in our nation's capital: Washington, DC. Moving to DC from Philly right as COVID hit, Michelle had a hard time both making friends and dating. But as she has adjusted to the city over the past few years, she has been able to navigate the windy world of politics, tight knight social circles, and has grown herself along the way. Ashley and Michelle get introspective in this episode across a variety of topics, especially around setting boundaries, self-growth, and tuning out social media dating advice.   Follow us on IG: @swipeeastswipewest Follow Ashley on TikTok: @ashleyanngora   Like what you hear? Rate/review/subscribe!

This week, Ashley has special guest and Sexologist Smutty Hussain on to talk about sex and dating from cost to coast. A NYC transplant to LA, Smutty talks about some of the differences she notices in how people approach sex, dating, and hook-ups in each city, including with some of her clients. She also discusses the Sexology profession, what that entails, and what goes into sexual awakenings throughout our lives. This truly is an enlightening episode and provides insight into how people may approach sex in different places, how our upbringing may affect this, as well as how to make dating more fun.   Contact Smutty: IG: @smuttyhussain Email: smuttyhussain@gmail.com Find Smutty's Blog, "Lonely in LA:" www.smuttyhussain.com Follow us on IG: @swipeeastswipewest Find Ashley on TikTok: @ashleyanngora   Like what you hear? Rate/review/subscribe!

Another Philly episode, new topics! This week we have special guest Michelle on sharing a TON of dating stories in the Philly music scene and Jewish community, along with her experience with dating apps. This leads to other discussion on age gaps in dating now that Ashley and Michelle are both in their 30s, the underground music scene, and how important religion can actually be to certain people when you are dating. Coworkers from many moons ago, Ashley and Michelle have a great time catching up and swapping stories - we can promise you they don't disappoint! Find us on IG: @swipeeastswipewest Find Ashley on TikTok: @ashleyanngora Find Michelle on IG: @soundsofsirina   Like what you hear? Rate/review/subcribe!

Ashley gives an extended intro this week filling you in on her dating shenanigans - or lack thereof, one may say. Then, she dives into all things San Francisco with guests Jack and Maddie, giving a perspective of living and dating in the city from each gender. Ironically, Maddie (W) is the one working in tech, with Jack (M) being tech adjacent, a bit of a role reversal from what you normally think of when you hear San Francisco. Having very different experiences, they talk about what it is like for them using dating apps, going out in the city, and preferences with dating - sharing some stories along the way.   Follow us on IG: @swipeastswipewest Follow Ashley on TikTok: @ashleyanngora   Like what you hear? Listen/rate/review/subscribe!

Ashley kicks off this week's episode with some updates on how things have been going back in the dating scene - some ups and downs as always. Then, we have an interview with Matt, someone active in the non-monogamy community, about his experience, what brought him there, and how it has been going for him in San Diego. He offers a fresh perspective from an intellectual and less sexual point of view, and has a bit of a different opinion on San Diego than some of the last guests on the show. Lots of knowledge learned this week!   Find us on IG: @swipeeastswipewest Find Ashley on TikTok: @ashleyanngora   Like what you hear? Rate/review/subscribe!

This week, Ashley has Ilinca Sipos (aka InkyToks on TikTok) join her to share her dating experiences in various cities around the country, including the Nashville area, LA, San Diego, and Dallas. Ilinca shares her theory on dating in transient cities along with how she approached dating as someone always on the go, mainly using dating apps as her go to (the opposite of Ashley). On TikTok, Ilinca is known for her book club series, where she breaks down what she learns from books like "Attached" on attachment styles, "The Art of Seduction," "Why Men Love Bitches," among many others. She shares her key takeaways of what she learned (including the biggest date makers and breakers) and how it affected her dating approach this week.   Find Ilinca on TikTok: @inkytoks Find Ilinca on IG: @ilincasipos Follow us on IG: @swipeeastswipewest Follow Ashley on TikTok: @ashleyanngora   Like what you hear? Rate/review/subscribe!

WE BACK! After a brief hiatus due to a broken arm, Ashley is back with more episodes and a new season. In this episode, she gives a quick wrap-up of her dating encounters in 2022 (without giving away too much detail) along with some things she has learned and is working on in her personal life into 2023. Ashley also teases some topics to expect this season, including exploring non-monogamy, a conversation with a Sexologist about how sex is approached from coast to coast, and more!    Find us on Instagram: @swipeeastswipewest Find Ashley on TikTok: @ashleyanngora  

We're back with one last episode for Season 2, focusing on all things Sacramento! This week, Ashley kicks off the episode with some encounters she and her friends had out in Newport Beach and Venice giving some insight to how Feral Girl Summer is going to go. Then, she dives into the world of northern California with Wisconsin transplant, Mel! Mel shares the differences between Sacramento (Sac) and San Francisco (SF), as well as how the city is changing with many flocking down to Sac from SF. Sacramento being a relationship city, Mel found herself falling in love as soon she moved out West - not only to a man with children, but a man who wanted an open relationship. Tune in to her her journey through this relationship, but how the openness of NoCal can cause people to be more free.   Like what you hear? Listen/rate/review/subscribe! Want to be a guest on Season 3? DM @swipeeastswipewest on Instagram   Find us on TikTok: @ashleyanngora

This week, Ashley starts off talking about Coachella along with some insights she's learned (finally, at 31) about communication styles - sharing a story about how she almost wrote someone else because of some texting misreads. Then, we dive into all things Denver (aka Menver) with Ashley's new found friend from TikTok: Ana Marcks! An Austin native, Ana moved to Denver for college and hasn't left - with plenty of stories to share. She discusses the focus on having hobbies on the outdoors, proper Denver date attire, as well as tips on how to get off dating apps and meeting people in real life, her specialty. There will be lots of laughs and moments of shocks throughout this episode, and while it may seem that finding love is grim, two of Ashley's friends found love in Denver - so there is hope yet!   Like what you hear? Rate/review/subscribe! Find us on IG: @swipeeastswipewest Find us on TikTok: @ashleyanngora Find Ana on IG: almarcks1 Find Ana on TikTok: anamarcks  

What's next for street artist Amberella in art and dating? This week, we find out! Ashley kicks off this week with.a very quick life update involving her friend's wedding and an upcoming trip to Coachella Weekend 2. Then. she dives into all things art, relationships, and the practice of relating with this week's guest - street artist Amberella! Originally from Philly, Amberella is now b-coastal, currently residing in Southern California. Her work is popular due to its ability to relate to the experiences many can have in dating, and reflect some of Amberellla's personal ones herself. Throughout the conversation, you will learn all about Amberella's art, some personal experiences that lead to different bodies of her work, as well as any differences in dating for her from coast to coast.    Find us on IG: @swipeeastswipewest Find us on TikTok: @ashleyanngora Find Amerella on IG: @amberellaxo

WOW a lot has happened in the last week, so Ashley is adding in an extra special episode with the City of Brotherly Love's favorite TikTokker - Bran Flakezz! Before diving into all things Philly, Ashley gives a refresher on how the pod got started for anyone new here before giving yet again another life update involving a flakey LA boy smh.  Then, all the lights shine on the Leo himself as the pair discuss Philly nightlife, hook-up culture, and how things have changed for Bran since he became TikTok famous. Expect to hear where to go to find the hot guys in the city, where to look for a relationship if you want one, and why the small size of the city can make it difficult for someone to settle down. Bran also gets real as he shares how his new found fame can make dating and going out extra difficult, as well as why we shouldn't take social media presence at face value like we did a few years ago.   Like what you hear? Listen/Rate/Review/Subscribe!   Find us on IG: @swipeeastswipewest Find us on TikTok: @ashleyanngora   Find Brian on TikTok & IG: @bran_flakezz

Has it only been 2 weeks since the last episode?! With the weather getting warmer, even more places re-opening, and men and women out on the prowl, feral girl summer has officially commenced and Ashley has some stories to share. From a *slightly* traumatic encounter in San Diego to ghosts starting to come back and haunt, the next few months will sure be interesting. After a life update, we have special guest Erik Wessel, one of Ashley's friends dating allll the way back to high school, on to talk all things Boston! Named as one of the top 10 most eligible singles on Hinge (yes, that Hinge) back in 2018, Erik shares all his thoughts and opinions on dating apps as well as how dating in Boston along with the general party scene and city demographics have changed from his time in college at Northeastern through now in his early 30s. This episode has lots of laughs and will cause you to rethink how some may approach dating apps, how you get to and from a date, and wonder if Erik should still be on the top 10 list.   Find us on Instagram: @swipeeastswipewest Find us on TikTok: @ashleyanngora   Like what you hear? Rate/Review/Subscribe!

The sun is shining, the days are getting longer, people are getting friendlier and are sure ready to mingle! With things opening up more in LA, Ashley and her friends have been going out on the town and she sure has some stories to share. After a quick life update, Relationship (note: NOT dating) Coach, Author, and fellow Podcaster Roy Biancalana joins Ashley this week to discuss the importance of being in "relationship shape" before you are able to find your true match. The pair discuss the interplay of masculinity and femininity in relationships, different dating personas and how they attract one another, how your relationship with your parents affects dating, and why letting go of your past is essential for you to move forward. Despite the differences in dating cultures around the globe, if you're not in the right relationship shape - you will find it hard to attract a partner anywhere you live. Stay tuned at the end for a special surprise on how you can find out what relationship shape you are in!   Want to work with Roy? Find him at: www.coachingwithroy.com Listen to Roy's Podcast, The Attracting Lasting Love Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-attracting-lasting-love-podcast/id1561528328   Find Swipe East, Swipe West on IG: @swipeeastswipewest Find us on TikTok: @ashleyanngora   Like what you hear? Rate/Review/Subscribe and share with all your friends!

This week's episode kicks off with Ashley sharing snippets of her Venice day drinking escapades (btw she met no men with potential, but ran into her friend's brother out.. LA isn't that big after all??), followed by an update on Laundromat guy. It did not go well. Then, we dive into dating around the globe with Crista of The Good Milf Podcast! Growing up in a military family and working as a civilian, Crista moved around different bases around the world, including Japan, and ended up marrying a military man and settling on Oahu. Spoiler: it did not end well. Now a single Mom, Crista currently resides in Virginia Beach, another heavy military town, and her perspectives on dating post-divorce have completely shifted. This episode will make you laugh and get emotional as Crista and Ashley exchange stories, knowledge, and perspectives on dating, especially with military men, and how experiences do indeed differ in these different cities.   Find us on Instagram: @swipeeastswipewest Find us on TikTok: @ashleyanngora Find Crista/The Good Milf on IG & anywhere you can find podcasts: @thegoodmilf   Like what you hear? Rate/Review/Subscribe!   

Ashley starts off this episode with an update involving an encounter with a potential prospect at a laundromat.. giving her some excitement and anxiety. Then, Ashley dives into this week's episode about showing up 100% in relationships through inner workings with Emotional & Spiritual Coach and CEO of Training Camp for the Soul Chris Marhefka. Chris discusses how ways people are raised by their parents, identifying as masculine or feminine, and where you grew up can affect their approach to relationships and how as a coach he helps people work through any intrinsic barriers. Chris also discusses the concepts of independence, codependency, and how people can learn to tune out the judgements of others to focus on their happiest self, leading to better relationships and maybe even a changed life.   You can find Chris: @trainingcampforthesoul @chrismarhefka   You can find us: IG: @swipeeastswipewest TikTok: @ashleyanngora   Please rate and review if you like this podcast!   

Andddd we're back! In the return of Season 2, Ashley starts off with an extended intro giving an update on happenings on dating apps and real-life shenanigans, and man is it interesting. Then, we have guest Lo, originally from the OC, on this week to share her experiences from when she lived in Austin, TX (one of Ashley's favorite cities). The girls talk Austin party culture, the hook-up scene, and open relationships, as well as how the openness of the city is drastically different from the types of people and experiences you get in LA. Lo also shares A LOT of stories, including how her trip to Austin was sponsored by an LA local, she was bamboozled by at least two Austin men, and had an encounter with a friend of a pop 'n' lock car man. This is definitely an episode you don't want to miss!   Follow on IG: @swipeeastswipewest We are now on TikTok!: @ashleyanngora   Like what you hear? Rate/Review/Subscribe! 

At the mid-season break, Ashley flies solo as she reflects on some of the key themes she's noticed across the cities covered so far with her guests - including beauty standards and social media filters, money, the difference between LA transplants and locals, and distance in dating. This is the last episode of the year - see everyone in 2022!   Find us on Instagram: @swipeeastswipewest Find us on TikTok: @ashleyanngora   Like what you hear? Rate/Review/Subscribe!   

Ciao! This week, Ashley kicks off the episode with an extended intro about her Thanksgiving trip to Ojai before exploring a beautiful place across the pond - Lake Como, Italy! We have guest Rhiannon this week, Ashley's friend from study abroad and former rugby teammate, an ex-pat from the UK who is here to tell us all about her life as a new permanent resident on the Lake. We talk about the language gap, dating apps, social media & beauty, as well as the differences in dates and dating approach between Italian and British men. Rhiannon also gives insight into how Italians view age when it comes to dating, along with how long people live at home, which has affected her opinion on dating Italians. While dating on the Lake can be tough given it is very small and brings a lot of tourism, Rhiannon also emphasizes her experience as a foreigner may be different than for a local - and dating on the Lake may not be the same in the rest of Italy. Lucky for her, though.. Switzerland is just around the corner!   Find us on Instagram: @swipeeastswipewest Find us on TikTok: @ashleyanngora   Like what you hear? Rate/Review/Subscribe! 

Aloha! This is probably one of the wildest episodes yet. The episode kicks off with Ashley sharing some LA updates, including a spicy Monday night featuring a surprise encounter with some contestants of the Bachelorette, before diving into living and dating on the island of Oahu, Hawaii! This week, we have guest Denise from the greater Chicago area and Denise from New York City here to tell us all about their experience living and dating on the island - and they do not hold back. Stories are shared about the small island dating pool, including how common it is to have a friend date one of your past flings by accident and how likely it is to run into an ex when you leave the house. The girls also discuss the transient nature of the island with military men stationed there, tourists coming in and out, and many coming to "find themselves" and only staying for a few years. While both guests share their love for the island and how the generosity of the people there changed them for the better, they also share dating stories involving hookers, fetishes (that made me pee with laughter.. note the word choice), and dates gone terribly wrong - leading to a broken back and a date Venmo request. This episode made me realize how amazing the island can be for someone, but also, that I am a prude.   Find us on Instagram: @swipeeastswipewest Find us on TikTok: @ashleyanngora   Like what you hear? Rate/Review/Subscribe!