Fast-forward 15 years: what does your love life look like now? We're chatting with former guest Matteson Perry, author of a memoir chronicling his single life, about what he wishes he knew now – fifteen years later as a devoted husband and father. We discuss why you must go through all the heartbreak of dating, the unexpected qualities to look for in a partner, and how to avoid the biggest mistake that prevents you from finding your true love.Check out Matteson Perry https://www.mattesonperry.com/ and his book 'Available: A Memoir of Heartbreak, Hookups, Love, and Brunch' and listen to the first episode we did with Matteson here: https://www.dateablepodcast.com/episode/s2e15-love-sex-and-burning-man-with-matteson-perryFollow us @dateablepodcast, @juliekrafchick and @nonplatonic. Check out our website for more content. Also listen to our other podcast Exit Interview w/ iHeart Podcasts available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.This episode is sponsored by:Factor: Get 50% America's #1 Meal Delivery Service at https://factormeals.com/dateable50 or use the code DATEABLE50Drizly: Download the Drizly app or go to Drizly.com and use promo code FAST5 for $5 off your first order.Dateable is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. You can find more outstanding podcasts to subscribe to at frolic.media/podcastsOur Sponsors:* Check out Armoire and use my code DATEABLE for a great deal: http://www.armoire.style* Check out Hinge: https://hinge.co/* Check out VIIA and use my code DATEABLE for a great deal: https://viiahemp.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/dateable-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy