We Were “The Barracudas” — Here’s What Dating Taught Us 25 Years Later

What happens when two women who lived the wild New York dating scene before dating apps… reunite 25 years later?In this episode of the Broken to Brave Podcast, Love Coach Donna Barnes sits down with Kathleen Giordano — aka The Lady Barber — to reflect on their unforgettable experience starring in one of the earliest reality dating shows, The Real Sex in the City (later To Live and Date in New York).Known back then as “The Barracudas,” they weren’t just dating… they were navigating love, heartbreak, ambition, and attraction in one of the most intense dating environments in the world: New York City.Now, decades later, they’re sharing:The biggest dating mistakes they made (so you don’t have to)What actually works when trying to find the right partnerReal talk on breakups, healing, and moving onBehind-the-scenes stories from one of the first reality dating showsWhy you might be the key to changing your love life (and why that’s powerful)Kathleen brings a unique perspective from her years as a high-end Brooklyn barber, where men open up in ways they rarely do anywhere else. Donna brings decades of experience as a professional love coach helping singles finally break toxic patterns and find lasting love.If you’ve ever:Struggled to find “the one”Felt stuck in the same dating cyclesLoved shows like Sex and the CityOr remember the early 2000s dating scene…This conversation will feel like opening a time capsule… and getting a roadmap forward.🎯 Watch until the end for powerful insights that could completely shift how you approach dating and relationships.❤️ Work With DonnaIf dating feels exhausting or confusing, I can help you create healthy, secure connections and meet the right partner.👉 Coaching info: https://www.donnabarnes.com/virtual-coaching/🔔 Subscribe for real, no-fluff dating advice that actually helps you find lasting love.#DatingAdvice#relationshipadvice #realityshow Visit my new store: https://www.donnabarnes.online/Donna Barnes is an New York University Certified Love Coach, Breakup Specialist, Podcast Host, and Author of Giving Up Junk-Food Relationships: Recipes for Healthy Choices. https://amzn.to/3gFykPS💔 Ready to become the best version of yourself?👉 Breakup Recovery Program https://www.donnabarnes.com/breakup-recovery/ — 10+ HOURS of expert coaching videos, quizzes, and checklists to help you heal and move forward stronger than ever.