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Why Won't You Date Me? with Nicole Byer

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Love and dating can be messy—so let’s talk about it! On this multi-award-winning podcast, comedian Nicole Byer explores romantic highs, lows, and all the juicy stuff in between, alongside comedians, experts, and sometimes an ex or two. Tune in for dating mishaps, heartbreak confessions, and the real talk you never knew you needed. New episodes every Friday!

Episodes

Main Character Energy (w/ Willow Pill)

Reigning drag queen Willow Pill (winner of RuPaul's Drag Race S14 ) is here! She chats with Nicole about selling mushrooms as a pandemic side hustle, her thoughts on the iconic catchphrase RuPaul gave her on the show, and partying with fans while tripping on Molly. Plus they celebrate her iconic win being the first disabled person to win Drag Race, and Willow discusses the toxicity of hustle culture and the expectations on herself to work as the winning queen. For more drag queen interviews, che...

Jul 22, 20221 hr 13 minEp. 248

The Story of a Kissless Virgin (w/ Benton Ray)

Comedian Benton Ray is a kissless virgin. He chats with Nicole about the circumstances of this choice, they learn new terms for different sexual orientations, and what it means to go "basket shopping" for a partner. Plus, Benton matches with straight guys on Tinder? There's a lot to unpack here. Black Lives Matter. Click here for an updated list of over 100 different things you can do to support racial justice. Follow Nicole Byer: Tour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastaken Twitter: @nicolebyer Ins...

Jul 15, 202250 minEp. 247

Bringing Down Your Walls (w/ Penn Badgley)

Oh my god, he's here. Penn Badgley (You, Gossip Girl, host of Podcrushed ) joins Nicole to discuss why people are infatuated by his serial killing character, why love is not depicted accurately in media, bringing down your walls to connect with people, and the existential insecurities he had when dating. Black Lives Matter. Click here for an updated list of over 100 different things you can do to support racial justice. Follow Nicole Byer: Tour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastaken Twitter: @nicol...

Jul 08, 20221 hr 3 minEp. 246

Caught Cheating... Twice! (w/ Ketra Long)

Comedian Ketra Long joins Nicole to tell the story about how she got caught cheating twice in her relationship. She also shares the time she convinced Ne-Yo to come see her stand-up show, which she proceeded to absolutely bomb . Ketra teaches Nicole how she manages to get flown out of the country for expensive dates, plus talks about her first kiss and first fingering. This is a wild episode, folks. Black Lives Matter. Click here for an updated list of over 100 different things you can do to sup...

Jul 01, 20221 hrEp. 245

A Stalking Ex-Boyfriend, a Gang Member, and a Gun (w/ Aaron Jennings)

Co-star Aaron Jennings ( Grand Crew ) and Nicole discuss grade school romances, talking finances with your partner, the benefits of dating an older man, and that iconic Oscar #slap. Aaron shares a wild date story involving a stalking ex-boyfriend, a gang member, and a gun. Plus, Nicole's crazy neighbor pays her a visit at 3:00AM. For more Aaron Jennings, stream Grand Crew on Peacock, and the upcoming A League of Their Own TV series on Amazon Prime. Black Lives Matter. Click here for an updated l...

Jun 24, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 244

Having a Drama-Free Divorce (w/ Grasie Mercedes)

Co-star Grasie Mercedes ( Grand Crew, Access Hollywood ) reflects on her 14-year relationship and the breakthrough she had in therapy which led to her divorce. They also discuss getting back into the dating scene at a later age, why white men love drinking milk, and what it means to Afro-Latina. Plus, Nicole shares her rave review for a Broadway show which featured many exposed dicks. Black Lives Matter. Click here for an updated list of over 100 different things you can do to support racial jus...

Jun 17, 20221 hr 2 minEp. 243

Setting Yourself on Fire (w/ Vanity Jay)

Stripper and exotic entertainer Vanity Jay chats with Nicole about all things stripping and sex work. She shares the complicated nature of dating both customers and strippers from clubs, the time she accidentally burned herself lighting her pussy on fire, and the challenges of dating a jealous partner. Plus, they help give advice to a listener seeking sex position recommendations for their partner who isn't the most endowed. Black Lives Matter. Click here for an updated list of over 100 differen...

Jun 10, 202247 minEp. 242

Farting in Bed with your Lover (w/ Sudi Green)

Comedian and writer Sudi Green ( SNL, I Love That For You ) joins Nicole to discuss their awkward encounters with celebrities, having baby fever, and farting in bed with your lover. Sudi shares a horrible hookup story where her partner was into "intense sex", but failed to preform. Nicole realizes she's horny for magic. Black Lives Matter. Click here for an updated list of over 100 different things you can do to support racial justice. Follow Nicole Byer: Tour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastaken...

Jun 03, 20221 hr 5 minEp. 241

Quit your Job (w/ Kornbread "The Snack" Jeté)

Drag queen and reigning Miss Congeniality Kornbread "The Snack" Jeté ( RuPaul's Drag Race S14 ) joins Nicole for a live episode, where they discuss her favorite kind of dick, the bad jobs she had before drag, and the men in prison who are contacting Nicole. Then, they answer audience questions about their favorite sex toys, the weirdest compliment they've gotten on a date, and blowjob tips. For more drag queen interviews, check out our episode playlist on Spotify: bit.ly/wwydmdrag Black Lives Ma...

May 27, 20221 hr 9 minEp. 240

Keeping Relationships Off Social Media (w/ Raja Gemini)

Drag queen icon Raja Gemini (winner of Drag Race S3) joins Nicole to discuss the stress of competing in the first all-winners season of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars , why she keep her relationship off social media, and shares all of her firsts - first kiss, handjob, and relationship. Plus, the story of why they got fired from MAC cosmetics, and how meeting RuPaul lead them to a job working on America's Next Top Model . Black Lives Matter. Click here for an updated list of over 100 different thin...

May 20, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 239

Coping With Anxiety (w/ Taylor Tomlinson)

Comedian Taylor Tomlinson chats with Nicole about using Instagram to document her panic attacks, coping with anxiety, and the time she was accused for being a catfish. Meanwhile, Nicole slept with a man who thought Black people were aliens. Black Lives Matter. Click here for an updated list of over 100 different things you can do to support racial justice. Follow Nicole Byer: Tour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastaken Twitter: @nicolebyer Instagram: @nicolebyer Merch: podswag.com/dateme Nicole's b...

May 13, 202256 minEp. 238

Married, but Living Apart (w/ Judy Gold)

The hilarious Judy Gold joins Nicole to chat about the challenges of dating a therapist, her experience being selected as one of Time Out New York's Most Eligible Singles , the ethics of writing jokes about your partner, and the benefits of being married but living apart. Black Lives Matter. Click here for an updated list of over 100 different things you can do to support racial justice. Follow Nicole Byer: Tour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastaken Twitter: @nicolebyer Instagram: @nicolebyer New ...

May 06, 20221 hr 9 minEp. 237

Do Men Not Like Funny Women? (w/ Drew Lynch)

Comedian and friend Drew Lynch ( America's Got Talent S10 ) chats with Nicole about a harrowing bee incident they had together on tour, managing high levels of anxiety, and why female comics have such a hard time attracting men. Plus, Nicole's horny for emo Batman, and explains why she loves giving blowjobs so much. Black Lives Matter. Click here for an updated list of over 100 different things you can do to support racial justice. Follow Nicole Byer: Tour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastaken Twi...

Apr 29, 20221 hr 15 minEp. 236

Left for my Best Friend (w/ Tika Sumpter)

Actress Tika Sumpter ( Sonic The Hedgehog 1 & 2 ) recounts the times that boys have left her for her best friend, losing her expensive engagement ring, and meeting her partner on a Tyler Perry set. Nicole realizes she has abandonment issues, and campaigns to be cast in Sonic the Hedgehog 3. We're running low on dirty messages! Write Nicole something nasty and send it to [email protected] for a chance to have it read on-air. Black Lives Matter. Click here for an updated list o...

Apr 22, 20221 hr 2 minEp. 235

Bisexual Erasure (w/ Stephanie Beatriz)

Actress Stephanie Beatriz ( Encanto, Brooklyn Nine-Nine ) chats with Nicole about leaving a 9 year relationship, dealing with bisexual erasure, and explains the scam behind the cult-like Twin Flames dating platform. Nicole recounts her wild experience hosting the Critics' Choice awards. Crazy dating story? Looking for advice? Want to leave Nicole a dirty message? Submit it all to [email protected] for a chance to have it read on-air. Black Lives Matter. Click here for an updated ...

Apr 15, 20221 hr 8 minEp. 234

How to have a WAP (w/ Donnell Rawlings)

Comedian Donnell Rawlings ( Chappelle's Show, Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty ) chats with Nicole about the powers of having a WAP, why successful Black women have the hardest time in relationships, being a throat goat, and hottest locations to meet new people. Meanwhile, Nicole gets her tiddy caught in a car window. Crazy dating story? Looking for advice? Want to leave Nicole a dirty message? Submit it all to [email protected] for a chance to have it read on-air. Bl...

Apr 08, 20221 hr 4 minEp. 233

The System is Broken (w/ Lilly Singh)

Comedian, actress and YouTuber star Lilly Singh ( A Little Late with Lilly Singh, Dollface ) chats with Nicole about April Fools' Day pranks, setting up a vision board in her shower, her experience hosting a late night talk show, and offers her tip for getting dates on Raya. Meanwhile, Nicole tries to apply to the Soho house. Crazy dating story? Looking for advice? Want to leave Nicole a dirty message? Submit it all to [email protected] for a chance to have it read on-air. Black ...

Apr 01, 202256 minEp. 232

Nicole gets a special delivery of hot gossip

If there’s anyone who loves mindless gossip more than Nicole, it’s her good pal Solomon Georgio. In fact, it’s the subject of his brand new podcast from Team Coco, The Juice ! On The Juice, Solomon sources only the finest gossip stories about regular folks doing crazy s**t — no celeb headlines here! Each week he’s joined by hilarious guests such as Conan, Ira Madison III, Atsuko Okatsuka, and yes, Nicole herself! Just listen as she and Solomon dig into the wild stories that fans send in on the d...

Mar 31, 20229 minEp. 231

Mistaken Identity (w/ Raven Goodwin)

Actress Raven Goodwin ( Single Black Female, SMILF ) shares her worst first dates, the adorable story behind her picnic proposal, what she planned for her bachelorette party, and how dating long distance helped strengthen the love in her relationship. Crazy dating story? Looking for advice? Want to leave Nicole a dirty message? Submit it all to [email protected] for a chance to have it read on-air. Black Lives Matter. Click here for a list of over 100 different ways you can suppo...

Mar 25, 202258 minEp. 230

Twin Divorce (w/ Darcey and Stacey Silva)

Oh my god, it’s happening. Twins Darcey and Stacy Silva (TLC's 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days, Darcey & Stacey ) are here! They chat with Nicole about how they were separately cast on the reality tv show, getting divorced on the same day, their plastic surgery journey, and TOM! Darcey also announces her split with Georgi, and Stacey shares details about the model who snuck into her husband's DMs in order to get onto the show. Crazy dating story? Looking for advice? Want to leave Nicole a ...

Mar 18, 202259 minEp. 229

Granny Chaser (w/ Tenderoni)

Drag king Tenderoni (Winner of The Drag Queen of the Year Pageant 2021) chats with Nicole about why they love older women, the challenges of performing as a drag king on your period, the scandalous story behind how they met their 12-year partner, and shares tips on how to be a flirt. Plus, Nicole reads some cringey dating app pick-up lines she's received. Crazy dating story? Looking for advice? Want to leave Nicole a dirty message? Submit it all to [email protected] for a chance ...

Mar 11, 20221 hrEp. 228

Married in a Hospital (w/ Danielle Pinnock)

Danielle Pinnock ( Young Sheldon, Ghosts ) and Nicole get mistaken for each other... a lot. The comedian and writer chats with Nicole about the different actors they get confused for, the grueling process of booking an acting job, and the very strange story behind how Danielle's wedding ended up taking place in a hospital ICU. Crazy dating story? Looking for advice? Want to leave Nicole a dirty message? Submit it all to [email protected] for a chance to have it read on-air. Black...

Mar 04, 20221 hr 5 minEp. 227

Sensitive Boys (w/ Jackie Fabulous)

Comedian and motivational speaker Jackie Fabulous joins Nicole to chat about negotiating prenups, how to gently give direction during sex, finding the funny in your flaws, and how to appear more desirable by looking less horny. Crazy dating story? Looking for advice? Let Nicole and her guest help you out. Submit your stories, questions, or dirty pick-up lines to [email protected] for a chance to have it read on-air. Black Lives Matter. Click here for a list of over 100 different ...

Feb 25, 202254 minEp. 226

Love Exhibited (w/ Moses Storm)

Comedian Moses Storm lived in an art exhibit where he would sleep, shit, and had sex in front of an audience. He navigates trying to find love while exhibiting, and being raided by Operation Fashion Police. Moses and Nicole also talk about shooting sex scenes for TV, preparing bits for dates, and the hookup culture on Birthright. Check out Moses's new comedy special, Trash White now on HBO Max! Crazy dating story? Looking for advice? Let Nicole and her guest help you out. Submit your stories, qu...

Feb 18, 20221 hr 13 minEp. 225

Dick Tricks (w/ Shalita Grant)

Actress Shalita Grant ( You , NCIS: New Orleans ) talks to Nicole about her life dating an MMA fighter, her straight sex phrase, the moment she realized she was a natural at lesbian sex, and how her interest in polygamous relationships lead to her love of pole dancing. Nicole shares her blowjob trick that works every time. Crazy dating story? Looking for advice? Let Nicole and her guest help you out. Submit your stories, questions, or dirty pick-up lines to [email protected] for ...

Feb 11, 20221 hr 12 minEp. 224

Lesbianity (w/ Gina Yashere)

Comedian Gina Yashere ( The Daily Show, Bob Hearts Abishola ) chats with Nicole about the adorable meet-cute story behind meeting her girlfriend at a women's festival. She also discusses the process behind working with Chuck Lorre to co-create the sitcom Bob Hearts Abishola, her non-confrontation approach to hiring a diverse writers' room, and how Different Strokes inspired her dream to come to America. Plus, Gina explains why her birthmark is a sign that she's a reincarnation of her grandmother...

Feb 04, 202257 minEp. 223

Cumbucha (w/ Lamorne Morris)

Actor and comedian Lamorne Morris ( New Girl, Woke) is here! Lamorne teaches Nicole about the importance of playing hard to get, and how to act unavailable to attract a man. They read a listener's story about a date who ditched them at the bar to go buy wet wipes and take a shit. Plus, is TikTok now the hottest new app to find a relationship? Crazy dating story? Looking for advice? Let Nicole and her guest help you out. Submit your stories, questions, or dirty pick-up lines to whywontyoudatemepo...

Jan 28, 20221 hr 2 minEp. 222

How to Make a Man Commit (w/ Abbi Jacobson)

Comedian and actress Abbi Jacobson ( Broad City, The Mitchells vs the Machines ) and Nicole go over a list of ways to make a man commit - is the advice solid or is it all just mind games? Plus, Abbi shares how she met her co-star Ilana Glazer, and their combined failure trying to ask out men over Facebook. She also shares her Raya success story, and her empowering message she sends when asking someone out. Crazy dating story? Looking for advice? Let Nicole and her guest help you out. Submit your...

Jan 21, 20221 hr 9 minEp. 221

Throwing Shade (w/ Bianca Del Rio)

Drag queen icon Bianca Del Rio (winner of Drag Race S6 ) joins Nicole to chat about the challenges of finding a partner who fits with your lifestyle, the smart system behind her meet-and-greets, getting reported on Grindr, shares secrets behind her impeccable wig lines, and throws lots of shade in between. It's a real good time - get into it! For more drag queen interviews, check out our episode playlist on Spotify: bit.ly/wwydmdrag Check out our best episodes of 2021! Listen at teamcoco.com/dat...

Jan 14, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 220

Hot Singles In Your Area (w/ Chelsea Peretti)

Comedian and actress Chelsea Peretti ( Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Sing 2 ) chats with Nicole about the best places you can go to meet singles, strong pick-up lines, and how she met husband Jordan Peele through a DM. Check out our best episodes of 2021! Listen at teamcoco.com/dateme2021 Follow Nicole Byer: Tour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastaken Twitter: @nicolebyer Instagram: @nicolebyer New Merch Store! podswag.com/dateme Nicole's book: indiebound.org/book/9781524850746 See Privacy Policy at https://...

Jan 07, 20221 hr 10 minEp. 219
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