And my answer is simple: yes, you should definitely talk to someone on the phone before going out on a date as long as you want that date to totally suck.

Should you have a phone call before a first date?

“That could be as simple as calling or meeting up with a friend right before your call with your online match. Then, while youre on the call with your potential date, try standing up and even walking around, or go for a walk outside while you chat! If you really dont want to take that pre-date call, thats okay, too.