Recent media appearances
The Washington Post – “Daters say they don’t tolerate racial bias. Their actions say they do have racial preferences.” by Damona Hoffman
In this powerful Washington Post article, Francesca Hogi joins other dating experts in confronting the often-ignored topic of racial preferences in dating. The piece explores how unconscious bias shows up in romantic choices and challenges daters to examine whether their actions align with their values.
The Washington Post – “When a ghost becomes a zombie: The dating phenomenon, in one screenshot” by Lisa Bonos
In this Washington Post piece exploring the common phenomenon of “zombie-ing” in modern dating—when a ghosted ex reappears out of the blue—Francesca Hogi weighs in as a featured expert. She shares both personal and professional insights about why so many people reemerge with no accountability and why it’s become so prevalent in the digital age.
Marie Claire – “F--k Tinder: Why More Women Are Turning to the New Era of Matchmakers” by Moira Weigel
In this 2017 deep dive into the rise of modern matchmaking, Francesca Hogi is featured alongside other industry leaders who are reshaping how people date in the app era. The article explores how tech fatigue, unrealistic expectations, and swipe culture have led many—especially high-achieving women—to seek out more personalized, human-centered dating support.
HuffPost – “6 Tips For Writing The Perfect Online Dating Profile”
In this foundational article for online daters, Francesca Hogi shares six actionable tips for writing a dating profile that truly attracts the right people. Drawing from her experience as a love coach, Francesca explains how to move beyond generic bios and lead with authenticity, intention, and clarity.