Wright,

First dates should be exciting and scary.  Guaranteed, the women is thinking the same thing in her head.  My suggestion to you would be as follows:

-if there was an agreement to the date, then you would have to agree with me that you both are somewhat attracted to the other and probably have some things in common, so already that is a plus and should keep the date flowing. You can talk about anything (books, music, jobs, life, food, movies are a big one, etc...)

-Basically any topic that crosses your head EXCEPT THE FOLLOWING:

-Id steer clear of the eX talk. And if it does come up, please do not go on and on about how awful your last ex was; make sure you mention that she was a great person but it did not work out.

 Oh and also, please remember to ask her questions and act interested about her life (girls love that).

Keep me posted on the first date:)