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We Met At Acme

Dear Media, Lindsey Metselaarart19.com

We Met At Acme is the OG dating podcast and a lifestyle tool for the next generation of adults. In each episode, you'll learn about attachment styles, rules and guidelines to follow when dating, red flags, the importance of therapy, and more. With host Lindsey Metselaar you’ll hear from dating experts, licensed professionals, celebrities, and influencers all sharing their dating experiences or dating insights. Most importantly, you'll improve your confidence, self-worth, and overall outlook towards dating - you'll laugh a little along the way and learn not to take yourself too seriously.

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Episodes

The First Question I Didn’t Need To Turn Into A Poll

I’m ENGAGED!!! WHAT?!! I’m still in shock. In this episode, I answer all your questions about my engagement. How I knew he was the one, how it all went down, the worst piece of advice I got along the way, the ring process, what happens next, and so much more! www.talkspace.com with code ACME for $100 off your first month www.Vivino.com/ACME for 20% off your first order of up to $200 www.Article.com/ACME for $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at ...

Sep 12, 202146 minEp. 206

How To Bring Up Trauma When Newly Dating ft. Matt Bocchi

In this episode, I am virtually by Matt Bocchi, the author of Sway. We dis- cuss starting a new relationship, how to make it work if it's an LDR in the beginning, addiction, struggling with the tragic loss of a parent, what it means to date younger vs older, being sexually abused as a child, how much you should open up about your trauma, how to bring up trauma when newly dating, and more. This episode starts with a solo where I discuss how many of my rules my SO followed/broke, if my rules shoul...

Sep 05, 202158 minEp. 205

Don’t Compliment A Guy Before You’re Official ft. The Boys From The Latke Room Boys

In this episode, I am virtually by Jonny Lazarus, Justin Kapelmaster, and Max Mastbaum from The Latke Room Podcast. We discuss how to know when a guy likes you, if guys and girls can be friends, why it’s bad to tell a guy he’s handsome, the meaning behind following an ex on social media, what makes a girl stand out on the first date, what guys care about physically, and more. This episode starts with a solo where I discuss why men take longer to say I love you, handling the ebbs and flows of sex...

Aug 29, 20211 hr 5 minEp. 204

Why Men Love Bitches And Why Men Marry Bitches

In this episode, I am virtually joined by Sherry Argov, the author of the world renowned book Why Men Love Bitches and Why Men Marry Bitches. We discuss what exactly it means to be a bitch, what’s wrong with being a yes woman, how her rules would apply to technology today, how to “pull back” on social media, her most controversial advice, if women love a-holes, why it’s bad to be an open book, the danger of sexting and nudes, how to act on a first date, if it’s ever okay to play “games” in your ...

Aug 22, 20211 hr 8 minEp. 203

WTF Is Acme And How Do I Get In? ft. Frankie The Bouncer

In this episode, I am virtually joined by the man behind the hardest door in town, Frankie Carattini. We discuss how he went from coat check to bouncer, the history of Acme, how to get in, the craziest things he’s witnessed, his obsession with the Olsen Twins, how to keep the momentum going when out in NYC, how to cut the line, and more. This episode starts with a solo where I discuss How to be respectful in disagreements w partner, taking someone back after drunk cheating, the viral tiktok abou...

Aug 15, 202150 minEp. 202

How To Be Confident Breaking Up Was The Right Decision ft. Caroline Stanbury

In this episode, I am virtually joined by the beautiful and ageless Caroline Stanbury. Caroline was a cast member on the Bravo show Ladies of London, and is now the host of fellow Dear Media podcast Divorced Not Dead. We discuss her marriage ending, why it's so hard to leave a partner, signs that make it clear that you're making the right decision in breaking up, how she met her younger man, why “if he wanted to he would” is so true, if Caro- line would be a real housewife, why she'll get a pren...

Aug 08, 202153 minEp. 201

Debunking Myths About Guys In Their 30s ft. My Producer—Brian Peoples

In our 200th episode(!!!!!), I am virtually joined by my incredible producer Brian Peoples. We discuss what it’s like working with mostly women, living in LA, the cringy-ness of my old episodes, what he’s looking for in a partner, his favorite piece of WMAA advice, our rocky start, where to meet a single 30 something year old, where a man’s head is at when he’s 30 and single, biggest dating mistakes women make, if guys can be bad texters, and more. This episode starts with a solo where I discuss...

Aug 01, 20211 hr 1 minEp. 200

The Importance Of Being Single ft. Steffie Baik

In this episode, I am virtually joined by Steffie Baik. We discuss co-dependence in relationships and on your family, growing up without a parent, Korean culture, suppressing your feelings, different kinds of therapy, attachment styles, dating creatives, what it’s like to date people of all cultures, and more. This episode starts with a solo where I discuss last week’s episode, a reflection on my first few episodes, having “ugly weeks,” how much to share on a first date, why it’s a red flag to a...

Jul 25, 202154 minEp. 199

What Saying I Love You Means To A Guy ft. Lev Fer

In this episode, I am virtually joined by comedian and podcast host Lev Fer. We discuss what guys think when girls shoot their shot, not caring about meeting the parents, why it took 9 months for Lev to DTR, if men getting serious is linked to their career, my texting rules, how to go up to guys when you’re out, how soon into a relationship guys know if they want to marry you, dating younger guys, and more. This episode starts with a solo where I discuss sex/life on Netflix, making out with tong...

Jul 18, 20211 hr 8 minEp. 198

Sometimes You Need To Sleep In Separate Beds ft. Rebecca Minkoff

In this episode, I am virtually joined by fashion designer and author Rebecca Minkoff. We discuss manifesting her now husband, prioritizing kids when they're young, not talking to friends about your relationship, how she got started with her clothing line, how she feels about fashion influencer culture, how to overcome desperation when dating, how she feels about imposter syndrome, the perfect first date outfit, why the word "balance" is bullshit, and more. This episode starts with a solo where ...

Jul 11, 202149 minEp. 197

Don’t Worry, A Porn Star Is Not Going To Steal Your Man ft. Candice Horbacz aka Eva Lovia

In this episode, I am virtually joined by hugely successful porn star and now fellow podcaster Eva Lovia aka Candice Horbacz. We discuss open relationships, how onlyfans relates to the porn industry, why it's okay to have a healthy relationship with porn, how her and her boyfriend met, one night stands that don't work, being afraid of your kids being made fun of, how to not be scared of your family's judgement, and more. This episode starts with a solo where I discuss why I don’t have one night ...

Jul 04, 202155 minEp. 196

We All Need To Be Less Co-Dependent ft. Mark Groves

In this episode, I am virtually joined by human connection specialist Mark Groves. We discuss how to know if you’re in love, how to know if your relationship is over, things you can work through and not work through, breaking up and getting back together successfully, what codependency looks like, how society affects our relationships, if it’s better to fight all the time or never fight, why couples therapy is so helpful, being defensive, and more. This episode starts with a solo where I discuss...

Jun 27, 202159 minEp. 195

Stop Giving Up After Two Dates ft. Jena Kingsley

In this episode, I am virtually joined by Jena Kingsley, of Social Studies podcast. We discuss botox and when you need to get it, why friend break ups are harder than romantic ones, not sleeping together in the beginning of a relationship, normalizing not liking every friend of your SO’s, how to bring up your needs in a relationship, the importance of giving someone a good chance, and more. This episode starts with a solo where I discuss the difference between being picky and settling, moving in...

Jun 20, 202157 minEp. 194

Why There Are No Rules In Gay Dating ft. Matteo Lane

In this episode, I am virtually joined by comedian (and opera singer!) Matteo Lane. We discuss the gay take on my rules (since you haven't heard about them enough), the difference between growing up and having to "come out" vs. growing up without that, the experience of being gay in the 90s and being gay today, why it's so important to be true to yourself, who should be paying on dates, why i'm jealous of grindr, and more. This episode starts with a solo where I discuss getting your partner to g...

Jun 13, 202151 minEp. 193

Maybe You’re The Problem ft. Whitney Cummings

In this episode, I am virtually joined by the hilarious Whitney Cummings. We discuss lessons she's learned, having an addictive personality, how she started dating her vet, why it's important to have a partner who doesn't feed into your BS, what you don't like about your partner is your fault, why you'll never get 100% happiness in a relationship, finding the right birth control for you, something off brand about her, and more. This episode starts with a solo where I discuss how I knew I was dep...

Jun 06, 202147 minEp. 192

You’ll Have An Orgasm After This ft. Emily Morse

In this episode, I am virtually joined by the amazing Emily Morse from Sex With Emily podcast. We discuss how to achieve an orgasm if you never have, how important sex is in a relationship, tips on communication when it comes to intimacy, why Emily doesn’t believe in sex on a first date, normalizing not wanting to have kids, if sex is better in your 20s or 30s, how vibrators may be hurting your chance to orgasm during sex, how to get out of your own head, sexual kinks, and more. This episode sta...

May 30, 202156 minEp. 191

Carrie Bradshaw Is Doing Everything Wrong ft. The Bradshaw Boys

In this episode, I am virtually joined by Cory, Kevin, and Jon from The Bradshaw Boys Podcast. We discuss the cringey things Carrie Bradshaw does, why they start- ed their podcast, what makes each character in SATC relatable, why Big should not be the villain, the character’s zodiac signs, how Carrie would be different if SATC was written today, why every guy should watch SATC, what they could not get away with today, if it’s okay to pull a Miranda and not support your friend’s partner, and more...

May 23, 20211 hr 6 minEp. 190

Date Like He’s Obsessed With You ft. Candice Jalili

In this episode, I am virtually joined by dating expert and writer Candice Jalili. We discuss the meet-cute way she met her partner, why you should date like he's obsessed with you, should you actually send the text, getting caught trying to be sly when writing about or podcasting about a guy, trying to be that easy-going girl, how she broached the girlfriend convo with her now fiancé, and more. This episode starts with a solo where I discuss how to argue better with your SO, dealing with a par...

May 16, 202151 minEp. 189

Why Women Don’t Understand Themselves Sexually ft. Base Founder Lola Priego and House of Wise Founder Amanda Goetz

In this episode, I am virtually joined by Lola Priego of Base and Amanda Goetz of House Of Wise. We discuss why it’s important to take a test for your libido, why it’s bad that alcohol is normalized for moms, getting married young, how CBD can positively affect your life, why women don’t understand themselves sexually, body insecurity, why masturbation is crucial and more. This episode starts with a solo where I discuss difference in intellectual levels with a partner, masturbating when you live...

May 13, 202143 minEp. 188

Finding Love In Non-Cringey Ways ft. Lox Club Founder Austin Kevitch

In this episode, I am virtually joined by Lox Club founder Austin Kevitch. We discuss his fear of commitment, why he started Lox Club, what he's bad at when it comes to dating, finding love in non-cringey ways, how rejection can be motivating, the dangers of staying in touch with an ex, needing an aggressive woman, his turnoffs, how he takes care of his own needs, the last time he cried, and more. This episode starts with a solo where I discuss why you need to live together before marriage, frie...

May 09, 202156 minEp. 187

The Realest Bravo Housewife: Countess Luann

In this episode, I am virtually joined by the one and only Countess Luann De Lesseps. We discuss how she met the count, dating someone with the same sign, living together before engagement, why it'll never work out with Tom, men who have friends that are girls, learning to love yourself after rejection, how she got involved with RHONY, her relationship status with the other housewives, a preview of what's to come this season, if any housewives should be sober, her thoughts on my rules, and more....

May 02, 202152 minEp. 186

You’ll Never Hear Crazier Dating Stories ft. Jon Laster

In this episode, I am virtually joined by comedian Jon Laster. We discuss our night at the comedy cellar, shady things men do, experiencing death in relationships, knowing when it’s time to stop drinking, how alcohol and drugs makes anxiety worse, why it’s important to have your own joy, and more. This episode starts with a solo where I discuss different parenting ideas, your partner taking care of their family financially, how to handle red flags when you live together, the difference between n...

Apr 25, 202153 minEp. 185

So You’re Single Again ft. Anisha Ramakrishna

In this episode, I am virtually joined by Anisha Ramakrishna from Bravo’s Family Karma and Currently Cringing Podcast. We discuss getting out of a long relationship and being single again, being two different people with friends and family, Indian culture vs. American culture, if we should date someone who was raised similar, splitting checks with a partner, changing your mind in relationships, the importance of toxic and healthy relationships, losing our libidos, keeping the door open after a b...

Apr 18, 202155 minEp. 184

Overcoming Our Bad Dating Patterns ft. Christian Gonzalez

In this episode, I am virtually joined by Dr. G aka Christian Gonzalez from Heal Thy Self Podcast. We discuss overcoming bad dating patterns, fear of being alone, dating when you've experienced loss, distracting ourselves from feeling pain, jumping from one relationship to another, does someone bring out a bad side of you or is it already there, what we're seeking is inside of us, why someone shouldn't be your better half/complete you, and more. This episode starts with a solo where I discuss fe...

Apr 11, 202150 minEp. 183

This Episode Will Get You Hired ft. Deanna Figurito

In this episode, I am virtually joined by career coach Deanna Figurito. We discuss moving for a man, how to figure out your long-term goals, tools to discovering your passion, questions they will ask you in a job interview, the biggest mistakes that people make when looking for jobs, how to network, knowing you’re on the right career path, writing the perfect cover letter, how to pivot careers, if you have what it takes to be an entrepreneur, how to ask for a promotion, and more. This episode st...

Apr 04, 202154 minEp. 182

Desperation vs. “Not Playing Games.” ft. Julien

In this full episode, I am virtually joined by actor and fellow podcaster Julien Marlon. We discuss if girls should hit on guys, the difference between French men and American men, being grateful for dates, breaking down the thank you text, our TikTok fight, why games have got to go, where a guy's head may be at after a date, LA girls vs. NYC girls, the disparity between TikTok and the podcast, rules around sleeping together, if our grandparents advice is still valid, and more. This episode star...

Mar 28, 202159 minEp. 181

How Guys Think vs. How Girls Think

In this full solo episode, I am briefly joined by a surprise guest where we discuss the dating dos and don'ts from the 1st date to the 3rd date. I also discuss how girls deal with break ups vs. how guys deal, old podcast episodes and how my views have changed, who “cares less” after a break up, arguments with my partner, how to tell creepy from non-creepy people on a dating app, if there is such thing as being too comfortable with a partner, my eating patterns, and how to keep friendships the sa...

Mar 21, 202146 minEp. 180

Why Ultimatums Are A Bad Idea ft. Megan Roup

In this episode, I virtually sit down with Megan Roup of The Sculpt Society. We discuss meeting her husband on a dating app, how no one is ever really “single”, needing to be patient with a partner's timeline, knowing yourself before finding love, why people love sculpt society so much, getting duped by guys in the past, manifesting the right person, being pregnant at her wedding, having the marriage conversation, how to love your body, why before and after photos are the worst, how to stay moti...

Mar 14, 202154 minEp. 179

Why Guys Can’t Get Hard ft. Dr. Justin Houman

In this episode, I virtually sit down with men’s health specialist Dr. Justin Houman. We discuss HPV and how everyone will most likely have it at some point in their lives, why guys struggle to maintain an erection, what erectile dysfunction means, how to improve your libido, why guys finish quickly, how to bring up ED with a partner, the different types of herpes (HSV 1 and 2), viagra and cialis, how SSRI’s affect your sexual health, UTI’s and yeast infections, and more. This episode starts wit...

Mar 07, 202158 minEp. 178

How To Not Die Alone ft. Logan Ury

In this episode, I virtually sit down with Logan Ury, behavioral scientist and author of the book How To Not Die Alone. We discuss why we like partner’s who don’t have a social media presence, if you ever have to settle, creating vs. consuming on Instagram, how much we “owe” our followers, idealizing love, a life partner vs. a prom date, what sides of you your partner should bring out, and more. This episode starts with a solo where I discuss how involved a woman should be in her engagement, if ...

Feb 28, 202153 minEp. 177
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