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The Race for the Ring
by Mindie Barnett
After ending her 10-year marriage, celebrity publicist, author, motivational speaker and future psychotherapist, Mindie Barnett entered the new world of dating. Out of the game for more than a decade, she was stunned by the influx of Tinder, Bumble and Hinge suitors coming at her at full speed … and the “bravery” of the men as they boldly shared their hopes, dreams and fantasies with her! Wow! Dating in the digital world seemed to have taken over a whole new way of doing business and she wanted to explore and know why and how to maneuver this unknown territory in her quest for love. In this funny, witty and informative podcast about dating and love – Mindie interviews her tribe of high-profile and equally single friends, dating experts and public figures. Each week, they’ll dish about dating debacles, connection successes and embracing the notion of loving yourself. The Race for the Ring is every woman’s “race” not necessary to the altar but to catch her most priz
Episodes
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Goodbye... For Now
This week, Mindie says farewell to The Race for the Ring. We've had a wonderful time bringing you such a fun, dating and relationship podcast with guests from all over the globe. We'll miss dishing the dirt on love, sex, breakups, and more. But don't worry, we're not saying goodbye forever!…
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Breaking the Cycle of Love Addiction
This week on The Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by licensed psychotherapist, coach, author, and founder of Wakeup Recovery, Sherry Gaba! In this episode, Sherry brings her vast expertise and personal experience to those ready to exit the self-destructive cycle of and create lasting, loving...
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Steering the Wheel of Love
This week on The Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Ali Jackson! Ali is an NYC-based dating & relationship coach who’s been there, in the trenches, looking for her person. She’s learned to own her needs, embrace her feelings, and communicate both directly. And she’s helping you do the same...
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Beating the Bristle Reaction
This week on The Race for the Ring, Mindie discusses the "bristle reaction". Vanessa Marin coined this term and has gone viral in a recent Tiktok, where she shares that the "bristle reaction" is what happens when you bristle at your partner's touch. Tune in as Mindie delves into this effect…
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Female Fever
This week on The Race for the Ring, Mindie talks all about women, connection, and why talking on the phone with your girlfriends can actually help you live longer! Mindie Barnett Website: https://mbandassociatespr.com/ Instagram: @mindie.barnett Follow The Race for the Ring Podcast Instagram:...
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Simple Pleasures
This week on The Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by sex + relationship coach, Catherine Drysdale! In October 2018, Catherine started an Instagram account focused on mental health + mindset, which turned into her becoming certified as a life coach, soon after adding an NLP certification so she...
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Love Is In the Stars
This week on The Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Celebrity Makeup Artist, TV Personality, Entertainment Correspondent AND Psychic and Intuitive Reader, Chris Lanston! Mindie first met Chris when seeking out a tarot card reader for her birthday party recently, and KNEW he had to be on the...
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Get Your Love Life Together
This week on The Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Night Host and DJ at Q102 Philly, and co-host of Get Your Life Together Podcast, Nugget On Air! In this Valentine's Day special, Nugget joins Mindie to share of his history and background, and how he became one of Philly's most well-known...
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Girl Power
This week on The Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Author, Business Coach, Motivational Speaker and CEO and Founder of The Business of WE (Women Entrepreneurs), Paulina Lopez! The Business of WE brings together minority business women and entrepreneurs, providing them with necessary…
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Train Your Brain
This week on The Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Writer, Mental Performance Coach for Professional Athletes & Executives, and the creator of The Vibe Mindset Oracle Deck, Dr. Jay Cavanaugh! In this episode, Dr. Jay and Mindie discuss how to create a unique "vibe" on your next date by being…
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The Name Game
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Consultant, Researcher, Trainer and Author of “Should I Change My Name? The Impact of Your Last Name on Identity, Marriage, and Happiness!", Dr. Marcia Morgan, Ph.D! In this episode, Mindie and Dr. Morgan discuss 'The Name Game". The number of...
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Sugar Rush
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Couples Communication and Intimacy Psychotherapist, Relationship Expert and Author, Dr. Heather Browne, LMFT! Known as the "reframe queen", Dr. Heather's specialties are couples communication and intimacy, grief and loss, spirituality and faith,...
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Layers of Love
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by relationship scientist, author, and marriage and family therapist, Dr. Marisa T. Cohen! Dr. Cohen founded Embracing Change Marriage and Family Therapy which provides therapeutic services to individuals, couples, and families. She also conducts...
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Toxic to Tremendous
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by human dynamics, mindset, and relationship expert, Christy Piper! Cristy learned these lessons the hard way when she was forced to handle dysfunctional personal and professional relationships. She developed strategies to rise above her...
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The Ultimatum
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Psychotherapist, Relationship Expert, Dating Coach, and Entrepreneur, Dr. Christie Kederian! In this episode, Mindie and Dr. Christie talk about the different stages of dating, growing and maintaining a relationship, and when and how to…
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Dress to Impress
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by online dating style expert, style guru, and founder of Style My Profile NYC, Alyssa Dineen! In this episode, Alyssa and Mindie talk about how to style your profile (and yourself) so you can find your match! She has designed shoots for Harper’s...
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The Last Single Woman in New York City
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by published author, freelance journalist, and advertising creative director/copywriter, Lorraine Duffy Merkl! In this episode, Lorraine and Mindie talk about her newest book, 'The Last Single Woman in New York City' and the trials and tribulations...
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Bring the Bling
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Third-Generation Diamond Dealer, Private Jeweler, and Founder of Concierge Diamonds, Dan Moran! In this episode, Dan and Mindie talk about Mindie's favorite topic - DIAMONDS! Known as an 'Engagement Ring Expert', Dan discusses the important…
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The Not-So-Desperate Date
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Love-Life Expert & Dating Coach, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist-Associate, Marlena Del Hierro! In this episode, Marlena and Mindie discuss how to not appear so desperate on the first date-...
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Coercion, Consent and the Notion of "No"
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Mental Health and Consent Advocate, Romance Novelist, and Author of 'Stepping Stone', Liv Arnold! In this episode, Liv and Mindie discuss why consent must be a “hell yes” for every individual involved. She shares how her experience sexual...
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The Initiation
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Licensed Marriage and Family Counselor, and Founder of 'Connecting The Dots Therapy', Luree Benjamin! In this episode, Mindie and Luree talk about initiation under the sheets! With a focus in sex therapy, Luree uses her expertise to share how to...
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Sober and the City
We're back (and with a whole new look) for Season 4! This week on the Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Chief Operations Officer and Chief Motivator of Neinstein Plastic Surgery, Mitch Leff (aka Mitch Motivates)! In this episode, Mitch joins Mindie to share his experience with drug and…
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Selfish
This week on The Race for the Ring, Mindie bids the third season adieu and shares of her plan to honor self improvement month throughout September. Each week, she will be sharing her own actionable tips and advice for self improvement without making dramatic changes. Be sure to follow Mindie...
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The Princess's Guide to Landing Prince Charming
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by LA-based journalist, socialite and philanthropist, Ariana 'Ari" Tejero! In this episode, Mindie and Ari discuss how to land prince charming! Having grown up influenced by her grandmothers' advice to "let the guy pursue you", Ari tells how she…
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The Narcissist Net
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by MB and Associates' Junior Publicist and Producer of The Race for the Ring, Liz Hartshorne! In this episode, Mindie and Liz discuss the most popular topic of discussion on The Race for the Ring: narcissists. Liz shares her many humorous and...
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Moms Don't Have Time
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Author, Podcast, Publisher, CEO, and mother of four, Zibby Owens! In this episode, Mindie and Zibby talk about her new memoir, 'Bookends: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Literature! Zibby finally tells her deeply personal journey of the authors,...
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The Relationshop
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by New York City Professor, Mixed-Methods Researcher, and Author, Dr. Aditi Paul! In this episode, Mindie and Dr. Aditi talk about the success rate of online dating! Dr. Aditi shares how she uses her multidisciplinary background in computer science...
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The Alpha Girl
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Relationship and Communications Expert, and Two-Time Author, Chloe Ballatore! In this episode, Chloe and Mindie talk about alpha women! Whether you are one or dating one, Chloe explains what it means to be an alpha and how to balance both the...
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Roe v. Wade
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie talks about an important, yet controversial topic- the overturning of Roe v. Wade. In this episode, Mindie discusses the ruling that has left many women feeling as though they have no say over their bodies and their choices. This decision has since divided…
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The Menopause Millionaire
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Life Change Navigation Coach and Author of 'The Menopause Millionaire - A Guide to Prosperity and Meaning in the Second Half of your Life', Carole Hodges! In this episode, Carole and Mindie talk about navigating the second half of your life!…
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Good in Bed
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Sex and Intimacy Coach, Author, and host of the podcast, "Good Girls Talk About Sex," Leah Carey! In this episode, Leah and Mindie talk about sex, baby! Having grown up in a home that was deeply confused and conflicted around sexuality – and…
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The Tool Box
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Elite Dating Coach, Best-Selling Author and Founder of "Love, Amy", Amy Nobile! In this episode, Amy and Mindie discuss the key to finding your partner! Amy shares how her service marries the holistic view of human-to-human energy and connection...
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The Choice
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by CEO and founder of Select Date Society, certified matchmaker and certified strategic intervention coach, Amber Lee! In this episode, Amber and Mindie talk soulmates! Soulmates don't always have to be romantic, and Amber ensures that people will...
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Self Preservation
This week on The Race for The Ring, Mindie goes solo to offer her advice to balancing a busy schedule while also prioritizing yourself. Listen closely as Mindie shares when and how to say no to a date or opportunity, how to stay firm in your decisions, and how to say yes to yourself! Mindie…
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Photoshop
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is re-joined by founder of A Little Nudge, leading online dating coach in the US, and author of Love at First Site, Erika Ettin. In this episode, Erika is back and ready to talk profile photos! First impressions mean everything, and a photo always says a...
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The Hunt
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Award-Winning International Dating and Relationship Expert, Hunt Ethridge. In this episode, Mindie and Hunt discuss how to navigate the dating world. In this episode, Hunt shares how to go about meeting new people, when and how to reveal your...
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The Secret Stash
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by long time MBPR client, CFP and President of Milestone Wealth Management, Dan Hernandez. In this episode, Mindie and Dan discuss money, honey! After 30 years of experience, Dan shares of the ugliness that typically ensues during a divorce and how...
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From Lonely to Loved
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by relationship coach, attachment theory expert, and creator of the E.S.L. Relationship Method, Dr. Morgan Anderson. In this episode, Mindie and Dr. Morgan discuss different attachment styles- specifically anxious vs avoidant attachment. In this...
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The Makeover
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by founder of A Little Nudge, leading online dating coach in the US, and author of Love at First Site, Erika Ettin. In this episode, Mindie gets a digital makeover- for her dating profile that is! Erika deeply analyzes Mindie's Bumble profile,...
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Slowing Down the Spinner
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by expert psychologist, relationship coach, and author of "Be Happily Married Even if Your Partner Won't Do A Thing", Dr. Abby Medcalf. In this episode, Mindie and Abby discuss the REAL reason relationships fail (and what to do about it, of…
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Ex Marks The Spot
This week on The Race for The Ring, Mindie goes solo on National Ex Spouse Day, discussing how exes don't have to be enemies, but can be life partners and best friends. Listen closely as Mindie shares details about her relationship with her ex-husband, offering tips on co-parenting, giving and...
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Getting Played
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is re-joined by relationship therapist, coach, and host of “Love Talk Live”, Jaime Bronstein (aka The Relationship Expert)! In this episode, Mindie and Jaime discuss hit Netflix shows, Inventing Anna and The Tinder Swindler, and talk about getting played....
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The Power of "Should"
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by licensed clinical social worker, and author of The Gaslighting Recovery Journal--Prompts and Practices for Healing from Emotional Abuse, Alisa Stamps! In this episode, Mindie and Alisa talk about what it means to gaslight, the tell-tale signs…
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Food: The Frenemy
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by licensed psychologist, certified eating disorder specialist, creator of The Anti-Diet Plan, and author of The Diet-Free Revolution: 10 Steps to Free Yourself from the Diet Cycle with Mindful Eating and Radical Self-Acceptance, Alexis Conason! In...
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Flipping the Switch
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Motivational Speaker, Relationship and Self-Help Coach, and Bestselling Author of "Win Your Breakup: How to Be the One That Got Away", Natasha Adamo! In this episode, Mindie and Natasha talk about how to turn the table and win your breakup....
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Behind a Boy's Brain
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Professional Dating Coach, Max Maxim. In this episode, Mindie and Max talk about how men cope with breakups and rejection. Max shares that breakups are often harder for men than they are for women, and talks about how both sexes have a unique...
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Breaking the Type Trap
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Self Love Coach, Dating and Relationship Expert, and Sex Therapist, Lisa Velazquez. In this episode, Mindie and Lisa talk about how to avoid the "Type Trap". Lisa shares her expert tips with Mindie on how to recognize bad dating patterns, and...
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How to Avoid First Date Disasters
This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie is joined by Dating & Relationship Coach, Brian Dunn. In this episode, Mindie and Brian talk about how to avoid first date disasters. Brian shares his expert opinion when it comes to the first date kiss, unwanted d*ck pics, love bombing, and so much more....
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To You in '22
She's back! This week on Race for the Ring, Mindie welcomes the New Year and shares what she has been up to since "The Break". In this episode, Mindie talks about how to exist in the present and find true happiness and self love so that you can bring that energy into future relationships. She…
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The Break
This week on The Race for The Ring, Mindie wishes everyone a safe and happy holiday season as she takes a short break from the podcast. But don't worry, it's not the last you'll hear from her! In the coming weeks, Mindie will be traveling to promote her new book, "You Don't Need to Be a Bitch to…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
After ending her 10-year marriage, celebrity publicist, author, motivational speaker and future psychotherapist, Mindie Barnett entered the new world of dating. Out of the game for more than a decade, she was stunned by the influx of Tinder, Bumble and Hinge suitors coming at her at full speed … and the “bravery” of the men as they boldly shared their hopes, dreams and fantasies with her! Wow! Dating in the digital world seemed to have taken over a whole new way of doing business and she wanted to explore and know why and how to maneuver this unknown territory in her quest for love.
In this funny, witty and informative podcast about dating and love – Mindie interviews her tribe of high-profile and equally single friends, dating experts and public figures. Each week, they’ll dish about dating debacles, connection successes and embracing the notion of loving yourself. The Race for the Ring is every woman’s “race” not necessary to the altar but to catch her most priz
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After ending her 10-year marriage, celebrity publicist, author, motivational speaker and future psychotherapist, Mindie Barnett entered the new world of dating. Out of the game for more than a decade, she was stunned by the influx of Tinder, Bumble and Hinge suitors coming at her at full speed …...
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