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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

Love in Theater (w/ Jesse Tyler Ferguson)

Actor Jesse Tyler Ferguson (Modern Family) joins Nicole to share his proposal story and how it was hilariously overshadowed by Sofía Vergara. They chat about food as a love language, their shared love for musical theatre, and the aftermath of the "Take Me Out" Broadway show nude leak. Jesse reflects on the challenges of working on Modern Family during a time when there were no gay writers. Plus, the wild story of getting hit by an accidental squirting. Watch this episode here: https://youtu.be/L...

May 10, 202455 minEp. 342

Forever Single Friends (w/ Jessica Gao)

Writer Jessica Gao ( She Hulk: Attorney at Law, Rick & Morty ) joins Nicole to discuss male friends who are "single for a reason", the pressures of dating in the Chinese culture, people sticking in bad relationships in order to avoid dating again, and how hormones from an IUD can significantly affect your attraction levels. Plus, she shares her experience writing Rick and Morty's iconic 'Pickle Rick' episode, and the targeted backlash she received from fans. Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @nic...

May 03, 202455 minEp. 341

Catfished! (w/ Kamie Crawford)

Kamie Crawford (Host of Catfish: The TV Show ) joins Nicole to explore the most bizarre catfishing schemes she's witnessed, and reveals the tricks catfish use to deceive you. She shares how being crowned Miss Teen USA immediately affected her dating life in a creepy way, and discusses her frustrating experiences as a plus-size model. Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @nicolebyer Instagram: @nicolebyer Merch: podswag.com/dateme Nicole's book: indiebound.org/book/9781524850746 See Privacy Policy at htt...

Apr 26, 202454 minEp. 340

Winning a TV Dating Show (w/ Craig Conant)

Comedian Craig Conant joins Nicole to discuss how sleeping with a chucklefucker led to him to become a baby daddy, his experience winning MTV's hit dating show "Next", and having sex at the movies on a first date. Plus, his many tales of farting on authority. Check out Craig's tour dates here: www.craigconant.com/#tour See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Apr 19, 202452 minEp. 339

Dating as an Olympian (w/ A'ja Wilson)

WNBA superstar and Olympic gold medalist A'ja Wilson joins Nicole to discuss how her 6'4" height shapes her dating experiences, what it's like to be single and mingle amongst Olympians, and the special treatment of being a WNBA icon. Meanwhile, Nicole is enjoying her own singledom. Check out A'ja's new book, Dear Black Girls , wherever books are sold. Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @nicolebyer Instagram: @nicolebyer Merch: podswag.com/dateme Nicole's book: indiebound.org/book/9781524850746 See Pri...

Apr 12, 202453 minEp. 338

A Partner to Invest In (w/ William Stanford Davis)

Actor William Stanford Davis (Abbott Elementary) joins Nicole to share how he met his wife in an improv class, the unique dynamic of her managing his career, and the importance of finding a partner who truly invests in you. William also offers a glimpse into his unconventional teenage years DJing in adult clubs and reflects on his experiences with segregation growing up. Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @nicolebyer Instagram: @nicolebyer Merch: podswag.com/dateme Nicole's book: indiebound.org/book/9...

Apr 05, 202453 minEp. 337

Addicted to Love (w/ Moshe Kasher)

Comedian and writer Moshe Kasher chats with Nicole about being a ho, going to a 12-step program for sex addicts, and his experience going through therapy 8 days a week. Plus lots of dating horror stories, including the tale of the biting blowjob. Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @nicolebyer Instagram: @nicolebyer Merch: podswag.com/dateme Nicole's book: indiebound.org/book/9781524850746 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-...

Mar 29, 202449 minEp. 336

Meeting Singles in the Wild (w/ Franchesca Ramsey)

Comedian Franchesca Ramsey ( iCarly ) joins Nicole to discuss what she's learned after going through an expensive divorce, finding singles in the wild, queer speed dating, and how dogs can sense when the end of a relationship is coming. Nicole tries to flirt with an older man on a bike. Check out Franchesca's new podcast, Black History, For Real . Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @nicolebyer Instagram: @nicolebyer Merch: podswag.com/dateme Nicole's book: indiebound.org/book/9781524850746 See Privacy...

Mar 22, 202454 minEp. 335

Love is In the Air (w/ Zach Woods)

Comedian Zach Woods ( Silicon Valley, The Office, In The Know ) joins Nicole to discuss shooting your shot with your crush, having vulnerably romantic encounters on airplanes, and the time he professed his love to a recording of Moonlight Sonata . Plus, Nicole receives a very special "dirty message" to the podcast. Stream In The Know , on Peacock. See Nicole's in episode 3! Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @nicolebyer Instagram: @nicolebyer Merch: podswag.com/dateme Nicole's book: indiebound.org/boo...

Mar 15, 202456 minEp. 334

Roommate Sex Drama (w/ Asha Ward)

Comedian and writer Asha Ward (SNL) joins Nicole to share her wild roommate sex drama, reflects on being raised by a gay dad, having her first kiss after karate lessons, and discusses the dynamics of having 'fuckboy' energy. Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @nicolebyer Instagram: @nicolebyer Merch: podswag.com/dateme Nicole's book: indiebound.org/book/9781524850746 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Mar 08, 202451 minEp. 333

The Art of Kissing (w/ LU KALA)

Musician LU KALA joins Nicole to discuss why the dating world feels so broken after COVID, the skill behind a good kiss, planning what should happen to your sex toys when you die, the stigma around dating a plus sized woman, and roleplay flirting with each other. Plus, Nicole receives an unexpected large black dildo to her door. Check out LU KALA's new single, Looking for Love. Nicole has a new crowd working special! Watch it on YouTube . Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @nicolebyer Instagram: @nico...

Mar 01, 202459 minEp. 332

Proposals (w/ Rory Scovel)

Comedian Rory Scovel joins Nicole for a chat about their Valentine's Day experiences, dealing with horny audience members, his cute proposal story, and the ways parenthood has transformed his relationship dynamic. Nicole shares her fun time smoking weed before performing. Check out his special, Rory Scovel: Religion, Sex and a Few Things In Between, on Max . Nicole has a new crowd working special! Watch it at youtu.be/OMrZshGJORg?si=5de666DSXrnlKfBU Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @nicolebyer Insta...

Feb 23, 202447 minEp. 331

Dating with Anxiety (w/ Lamar Woods)

Comedian Lamar Woods ( New Girl, Grand Crew ) joins Nicole to discuss their 2024 vision boards, taking yourself on self care dates, the best ways to manage anxiety while dating, and how to be open about your sensitivities to a potential partner. Check out Lamar's new album, Highly Sensitive Person at lamar-woods.com. Write something dirty to Nicole! Submit it to [email protected] for a chance to have it read on air. Nicole has a new crowd working special! Watch it at youtu.be/OMr...

Feb 16, 20241 hr 4 minEp. 330

Valentine's Day (w/ Laurie Kilmartin)

Comedian Laurie Kilmartin (Conan) joins Nicole to discuss all things Valentine's Day - the gifts, their dream dates, and Nicole's regrettable Valentine's Day experience. They open up about their most regretful hookups, the time Laurie's date called her out in a YouTube comment, and Nicole's experience sleeping with a member of her audience. Write something dirty to Nicole! Submit it to [email protected] for a chance to have it read on air. Follow Nicole Byer: See Nicole live! Tic...

Feb 09, 202459 minEp. 329

Singles Mixers (w/ Rashida "SHEEDZ" Olayiwola)

Comedian Rashida "SHEEDZ" Olayiwola ( Jury Duty ) joins Nicole to discuss the best places to go for singles mixers, the time she learned her date was homeless, and the struggle of finding men who can listen to your basic needs. Plus, Nicole realizes her birth control is making her depressed. Write something dirty to Nicole! Submit it to [email protected] for a chance to have it read on air. Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @nicolebyer Instagram: @nicolebyer Merch: podswag.com/dateme ...

Feb 02, 202456 minEp. 328

Faking Orgasms (w/ Stavros Halkias)

Comedian Stavros Halkias ( Fat Rascal , Stavvy's World ) joins Nicole to discuss hooking up with audience members, why he believes he would be perfectly cast for 90 Day Fiancé , and faking an orgasm during a disgusting fling just to be polite. Plus, is the golden age of dating apps over? According to Bustle, it is. Write something dirty to Nicole! Submit it to [email protected] for a chance to have it read on air. Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @nicolebyer Instagram: @nicolebyer Me...

Jan 26, 20241 hrEp. 327

Heartbreak at Homecoming (w/ Garrick Bernard)

Comedian and writer Garrick Bernard ( Rick & Morty, Solar Opposites ) joins Nicole to discuss finding love at BuzzFeed, the awkwardness of audience members hitting on him while on stage, and why homecoming was the worst day of his life. Plus, they explore their mutual obsession for cars. Vroom vroom! Write something dirty to Nicole! Submit it to [email protected] for a chance to have it read on air. Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @nicolebyer Instagram: @nicolebyer Merch: podswa...

Jan 19, 20241 hr 2 minEp. 326

Orgy Invitation (w/ Mark Rennie)

Comedian and friend Mark Rennie ( The Onion ) joins Nicole to share his experience attending a gay meetup on a Star Trek cruise, and being invited to an orgy. Nicole shares her idea of a dream orgy to attend, plus the plans for her funeral which involves inviting all of her ex-lovers to talk about her pussy. They also discuss determining your needs in a relationship, their goals for 2024, and Nicole's recent attempt to date a redhead in Dublin, which didn't quite go as planned. Write something d...

Jan 12, 20241 hr 4 minEp. 325

Married to a Man-Ho (w/ Lisa Ann Walter)

Comedian Lisa Ann Walter ( Abbott Elementary ) joins Nicole to share her unique marital experiences, from a husband who eventually came out as gay to another who was an absolute man-ho. She shares the struggles she's faced touring as a mom, comedy clubs now allowing her to work "blue", and reflects on her time in the industry being recognized as "The Body". Write something dirty to Nicole! Submit it to [email protected] for a chance to have it read on air. Follow Nicole Byer: Twi...

Jan 05, 202442 minEp. 324

Baby Daddy Drama (w/ Liz Barlow)

Comedian Liz Barlow discusses breaking up with a boyfriend who doxxed people, her challenging experience dating women, the story of a stalking chucklefucker, interracial threesomes invitations, and unravels some jaw-dropping baby daddy drama. As an exercise, Liz and Nicole roleplay talking to men. Write something dirty to Nicole! Submit it to [email protected] for a chance to have it read on air. Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @nicolebyer Instagram: @nicolebyer Merch: podswag.com/d...

Dec 29, 20231 hr 1 minEp. 323

His & Hers: Home Decor Compromises (w/ Katrina Davis)

Comedian Katrina Davis joins Nicole to discuss holiday gift giving, the delicate process of home decorating when moving in with a partner, and her experience being cock blocked by racism. Plus, the story of a forced double date that lead to a car theft. Write something dirty to Nicole! Submit it to [email protected] for a chance to have it read on air. Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @nicolebyer Instagram: @nicolebyer Merch: podswag.com/dateme Nicole's book: indiebound.org/book/9781...

Dec 22, 20231 hr 1 minEp. 322

Being a WOMAN (w/ Sasha Colby)

Drag queen mother Sasha Colby (winner of RuPaul's Drag Race S15) sits down with Nicole to discuss the unique challenges of dating as a trans woman. Sasha shares her experiences of dating in the closet during high school, recounts where she's had heartwarming meet-cutes, and delves into her personal interpretation of what it means to be a ~Woman~. Nicole pays for the Raya feature that shows who's liked her. Write something dirty to Nicole! Submit it to [email protected] for a chan...

Dec 15, 202354 minEp. 321

Surprise Date Ideas (w/ Lisa Gilroy)

Comedian Lisa Gilroy doesn't want you to think about her little tiddies, okay? So she shares her adventures in surprise dating, complete with tips on how to execute your own fun surprise date for your partner. Lisa reflects on her journey as a 'teenage bride,' recounting her marriage to her high school sweetheart. She pitches an innovative concept for a live dating show to help Nicole find love, and Nicole opens up about her humiliating experience on Celebrity Dating Game. Write something dirty ...

Dec 08, 20231 hr 2 minEp. 320

Cancelled (w/ Kathy Griffin)

Comedy icon Kathy Griffin sits down with Nicole to tackle the burning question: Is she still cancelled? She discusses her relationship with her tour manager, who supported her through a tumultuous five-year period marked by FBI investigations and a struggle with pill addiction. Kathy shares stories of her past relationships, including dating Quentin Tarantino, lying about her age to date Joey from NSYNC, and sleeping around with her students at the Groundlings. Plus, get the scoop on what it was...

Dec 01, 202356 minEp. 319

The Celibacy Choice (w/ Kel Mitchell)

Comedian Kel Mitchell ( Kenan & Kel, Good Burger ) joins Nicole to explore his evolution from teen heartthrob to youth pastor. They delve into the merits of building romance on the foundation of friendship, the transformative impact of three years of celibacy on his relationship, and the art of mastering conflict resolution in partnerships. Kel recounts an unforgettable wingman adventure, plus, Nicole dishes on a juicy juicy couple's argument she overheard. Write something dirty to Nicole! S...

Nov 24, 20231 hr 8 minEp. 318

How to Spot a Hobosexual (w/ Alesha Reneé)

Actress & TV personality Alesha Reneé (Grand Crew, Girl Code) joins Nicole to delve into the world of 'hobosexuals,' revealing her experience dating one and offering tips on how to spot if you are too. She opens up about a past partner's breach of trust, when she found out he had been secretly reading her diary. They review the "worst" places to go on a first date, and Alesha shares the bizarre story of how she got robbed by a clown. Plus, Nicole opens up about her first attempt at cooking f...

Nov 17, 20231 hr 3 minEp. 317

Reading Nicole's Fortune (w/ Witch Sutton Crawford)

Ever wonder what it's like to have your tarot cards read? Witch and intuitionist Sutton Crawford gives Nicole an on-air reading regarding her love life. Sutton shares her journey to recognizing her own intuitive gifts, and chats about the mystical effects of eclipses and the cosmic influences you might be feeling. Plus, she shares a chilling ghost story and teaches how to set firm boundaries with the spirit world to keep those unwanted ghostly visitors at bay. Meanwhile, Nicole opens up about es...

Nov 10, 20231 hr 2 minEp. 316

Saying I Love You (w/ Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins)

Actress Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins ( Dear White People, Grand Crew ) joins Nicole to chat about her perfect engagement story, getting over the nerves to say "I love you", and learning how to enjoy the beauty of being single. Meanwhile, Nicole is living her "horny for love" era. While some of her manifestations are starting to come true.... the question remains: can she manifest the partner of her dreams? Write something dirty to Nicole! Submit it to [email protected] for a ...

Nov 03, 20231 hrEp. 315

Kink Gone Wrong (w/ Jonathan Van Ness)

Hairstylist and icon Jonathan Van Ness ( Queer Eye ) shares with Nicole an unforgettable and horrifying story about his first foray into the kink of watersports, what it was like to have his wedding over Zoom, and consults Nicole on her Instagram page, offering savvy tips on how to up her dating game on the app. Submit a dirty message to Nicole! Write it to [email protected] for a chance to have it read on air. Follow Nicole Byer: See Nicole on tour! Get tickets at linktr.ee/nico...

Oct 27, 20231 hr 3 minEp. 314

Relationship Manipulation Tactics (w/ E.R. Fightmaster)

Comedian E.R. Fightmaster ( Shrill, Grey's Anatomy ) joins Nicole to discuss the benefits of keeping romantic partnerships out of the public eye, how dating reality TV shows are normalizing abuse in relationships, and the common manipulation tactics to watch out for in your love life. Plus, they share horniest they've ever been in their life, and what it's like to write horny music. Check out E.R.'s new EP, VIOLENCE , out today. Submit a dirty message to Nicole! Write it to whywontyoudatemepodca...

Oct 20, 202358 minEp. 313
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