Why Won't You Date Me? with Nicole Byer

Actor Harvey Guillén ( What We Do in the Shadows ) is single but not quite ready to mingle. He discusses why he guards his profession from his dating life, how he found love on Instagram, and the important need for space in any relationship. Nicole reads some wild dating app profiles. Black Lives Matter. For a list of resources and ways to support, see blacklivesmatters.carrd.co . Follow Nicole By...

Nicole’s close friend Francesca Amber (host of Law of Attraction Changed my Life ) talks about the struggles of being a mother of twins, explains the latest fad of 'co-parenting', and describes how to use the Law of Attraction to manifest your dream person. Meanwhile, Nicole counts down the days until her dick appointment. Black Lives Matter. For a list of resources and ways to support, see blackl...

Cat Hollis led the 2020 Portland Stripper Strike . Here, she explain why it happened and her work for equitable workspaces in the adult industry. Cat discusses the costs of being cute, shares the common challenges people face when dating a stripper, and gives advice on how to feel sexy even after a rejection. Black Lives Matter. For a list of resources and ways to support, check out blacklivesmatt...

Actor and comedian Sam Richardson ( Veep, I Think You Should Leave ) chats with Nicole about his success finding love on Raya, wanting kids so he can continue doing kid things, the power of saying 'I love you' first in a relationship, and pitches ideas for dating app opening messages. Black Lives Matter. For a list of resources and ways to support, check out blacklivesmatters.carrd.co . Follow Nic...

Comedian and musician Reggie Watts ( The Late Late Show with James Corden ) chats with Nicole about his unique eating habits, his time spent playing in a 70's cover band, and the weird shift from being a fake band leader on Comedy Bang! Bang!, to a real band leader for The Late Late Show with James Corden. Nicole learns she may be 'love avoidant'. Black Lives Matter. For a list of resources and wa...

Jason Concepcion (host of Takeline , Binge Mode ) joins Nicole to discuss the culture shock he experienced visiting the Philippines during a coup, how the pandemic revealed America's systemic failures, their favorite small businesses to support, and the WNBA. As America opens back up, Nicole's back in the dating game but it's not going so well. Are dating apps operating fake profiles to keep you e...

Drag queen Shea Couleé (Winner of RPDR All Stars 5 ) talks to Nicole about finding love at the club, being a drag mother, wig mishaps, and doing poppers. Plus, Nicole's back in the dating game and it's off to an awkward start. For more Shea & Nicole, check out Nicole's episode on Shea's podcast Wanna Be On Top?  For more drag queens on WWYDM, check out our episode playlist on Spotify: bit.ly/w...

Comedian London Hughes (Netflix's To Catch a Dick ) and Nicole chat about her experience moving to America during a pandemic and race war, sleeping with her Uber driver, doggy style techniques, sucking dick, and pitch their new doomsday movie idea. Black Lives Matter! For a list of resources and ways to support, check out blacklivesmatters.carrd.co . Follow Nicole Byer: Upcoming Tour Dates: linktr...

Comedian and actor Paul Scheer ( The League , Black Monday ) and Nicole chat about how his proposal to June Diane Raphael went terribly wrong, how June's wedding ring was stolen from her finger, and shares good wisdom on the importance of relationship building. Plus, June sits nearby, fact-checking Paul's stories. May 25th See Why Won't You Date Me LIVE featuring Drag Race S11's Miss Congeniality...

Actress Jessica Rothe ( Happy Death Day, La La Land ) and Nicole discuss if it's OK to do kinky acts in public, the bizarre ways people are monetizing kinks, and the surprising reality of male escorting. Plus, Jessica describes her pandemy micro-wedding, and her major mic-drop "I love you" moment in her relationship. See Why Won't You Date Me LIVE May 25th! Tickets at live.nicolebyerwastaken.com F...

Comedian Casey Wilson ( Happy Endings, SNL ) chats with Nicole about shooting her recent sex scene, exchanges crazy nannying stories, and shares how she met her husband on the set of Happy Endings . Plus, Nicole matched with her Nailed-It camera person and things got weird. Follow Nicole Byer: Upcoming Tour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastaken Twitter: @nicolebyer Instagram: @nicolebyer Buy Merch:...

Comedian, actor, and self-proclaimed 'Love Doctor' JB Smoove ( Curb Your Enthusiasm ) joins Nicole to provide his wisdom on flirting, roller skating, developing rhythm, and shares his guide on having sensual sex. Then, JB elaborates on some motivational quotes. For more of JB’s wisdom, check out his new daily podcast May I Elaborate? Daily Wisdom from JB Smoove. We're nominated for a Webby Award!...

Stand-up comedian Aparna Nancherla ( BoJack Horseman , Corporate ) joins Nicole to discuss how her first and only Tinder date evolved into her longterm relationship. They read some bad dating app bios, talk The Real Housewives of Potomac, and Aparna gives advice on preparing for the possibility of a Handmaid's Tale -like apocalypse. We're nominated for a Webby Award! Please cast your vote here: ht...

Actress and comedian Jillian Bell ( Workaholics , The Pole ) joins Nicole to solve the reasoning behind their mutual singleness. They discuss the results of their recent psychic readings, how they confront people who aren't wearing a mask, QAnon, and manifest qualities of their dream partner. Black Lives Matter! For a list of resources and ways to help, check out blacklivesmatters.carrd.co . Follo...

Loop Daddy AKA Marc Rebillet Fucks . He and Nicole have a very horny chat about how he's enjoying his singledom, gaining the confidence to dominate submissive women, and why being brutally honest in a relationship will save you so much time. Plus, Nicole shares some self-loving tips she learned from her therapist. Black Lives Matter! For a list of resources and ways to help, check out blacklivesma...

In this bonus episode, Nicole talks to reporter Cerise Castle about her multi-part series, A TRADITION OF VIOLENCE , uncovering the history of deputy gangs in the LA County Sheriff's Department. Please note that this episode contains descriptions of police brutality and sexual assault that some people may find disturbing. Read Cerise's ongoing investigation here: knc.la/tradition See Privacy Polic...

Stand-up comedian Hari Kondabolu ( The Problem with Apu , host of Politically Re-Active) joins Nicole to break down some common misconceptions about arranged marriages, shares how he met his wife on Facebook, and discusses the importance of having personal space in any relationship. Nicole reflects on an odd conversation she had on a date about dingleberries, plus shares dating advice she received...

Actor and comedian Bowen Yang ( SNL ) is just as fiercely single as Nicole. They talk about the struggles of singledom, the crazy current news cycles, their acid tripping experiences, and Bowen shares dating advice he received from Adam Sandler. Black Lives Matter! For a list of resources and ways to help, check out blacklivesmatters.carrd.co . Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @nicolebyer Instagram: @...

Comedian and pop culture expert Ashley Ray (host of TV I Say podcast) used Tinder to run an experiment where she dated every zodiac sign for a month at a time. She explains her findings, her polyamorous dating life, and what it was like to have 8 boyfriends at once. Black Lives Matter! For a list of resources and ways to help, check out blacklivesmatters.carrd.co . Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @ni...

Drag queen Alaska Thunderfuck ( RuPaul's Drag Race S5, winner of Drag Race All Stars S2) joins Nicole to discuss what it was like to date another drag queen, how to manifest your dream man, their unexpected dating life after Drag Race , and some nightmare customer service stories. Plus, Nicole recounts the time she performed sketch comedy to Dolly Parton. For more drag queen interviews, check out...

Comedian Rhea Butcher ( Adam Ruins Everything , Good Trouble ) chats with Nicole about how they quit smoking after 16 years, being a lifetime vegetarian, and their old stand-up show, Put Your Hands Together . Rhea then discusses what it was like to unravel from their past relationship, dealing with the public aspect of a breakup, and the story of how they met their new partner. Stream Rhea's new s...

Comedian Nore Davis talks with Nicole about the movies that have brought them joy, why he's decided to 'date himself', leaving a toxic relationship, and the importance of therapy. This Black History Month , research anti-racism resources and donate to Black Lives Matter at blacklivesmatters.carrd.co . Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @nicolebyer Instagram: @nicolebyer Facebook: www.facebook.com/nicole...

Musician/producer/host Randy Jackson ( American Idol , Name That Tune ) shares his skepticism with app dating, the worst date he’s been on, his favorite love songs, and catfishing. This Black History Month , research anti-racism resources and donate to Black Lives Matter at blacklivesmatters.carrd.co . Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @nicolebyer Instagram: @nicolebyer Facebook: www.facebook.com/nicol...

Dancer and sex worker Teddy B. Ruxpin chats with Nicole about all things stripping and sex work. They discuss her start into the profession, finding her niche as an "alt girl", dealing with racism in the workplace, and her work for stripper advocacy. Plus, Teddy reveals she dated a comedian who would talk about her work in his stand-up routine. Tonight - See a LIVE virtual episode of Why Won't You...

Actress and comedian Tiffany Haddish ( Girls Trip , Night School ) first clears the air regarding her Clubhouse bullying allegations. Then, she talks about how dating has changed since Girls Trip , how men try to manage her, the story of a sneaking ex-boyfriend, and of her first orgasm at the movies. Plus, Tiffany offers tips on: approaching men after the pandemy, how to increase your credit score...