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Guys! Tinder Tips to beat the algorithm And...Barb's man dirty dances with his unhealthily close female friend and he doesn't get why that's a problem. We also reflect on a lovely article that inspires women to stop fearing they'll die alone and stay hopeful. We also give some real talk to FitGirl, who fears she looks to young and vibrant and men her age won't date her. Because, like, that's a thi...

She thought she met Mr. Right. Girl, you dodged a bullet.

Pilot Girl wonders if she went too far by playing hard to get. READ HER LETTER HERE: https://www.womenologypod.com/post/why-playing-hard-to-get-never-works

We get a little true crime-y this episode with talk about Netflix's Don't F*ck With Cats, Jody Arias and Crazy Girl Sex. Then we parse a letter from Rose, who can't find any hot alpha men her age. After that, we cover cohabitation agreements and men too attached to their Mommies. MY BOYFRIEND WANTS ME TO SIGN A PRE-NUP https://www.thecut.com/2019/12/boyfriend-wants-me-to-sign-a-prenup-before-movin...

We talk about my Devil Wears Prada experience and upcoming Tinder dates, annoying celebrity couples, Jlo's weird history of punching down romantically AND...Audrey responds! She filled us in on her awkward break-up date with slut-shamey Conner. Everyone, Let's Circle Around Justin Timberlake Again and Keep Pointing Our Fingers at Him https://jezebel.com/everyone-lets-circle-around-justin-timberlak...

Audrey, this one's for you! We're talking sexual history conversations, slut-shaming by men and women with fragile egos & why nobody cares if your toddler can't fall sleep, lady. SARAH'S KICK-ASS RESPONSE TO AUDREY'S RESPONSE: https://www.womenologypod.com/post/f-ck-that-guy-mansplainy-slut-shamer-edition DEAR PRUDENCE https://slate.com/human-interest/2019/12/neighbors-illegal-rental-building-code...

Happy Thanksgiving! We're talking Turkey Day Family Drama, Tinder fails, Hallmark movies and why women shouldn't ask men out. We also cover signs a guy is just looking to get laid, why testing our dates is a bad move and the best way to make online dating as awful as possible. DO I HAVE TO REIMBURSE MY SISTER FOR HOSTING THANKS GIVING? https://www.thecut.com/2019/11/reimburse-my-sister-for-hosting...

TRIGGER WARNING: Discussions and sound clips of verbal abuse. This episode covers abusive boyfriends, how every superwoman needs a nemesis, co-worker crushes that backfire and bad online dating etiquette. Am I Too Obsessed With My Nemesis? https://www.thecut.com/2019/11/ask-polly-am-i-too-obsessed-with-my-nemesis.html

Did you know Vagina Panic was a thing? It sure is! We're talking about spoiled cheating sisters, Dads obsessed with daughter's virginity and dating when you need more me-time than your partner can handle. My Sister Called Off Her Wedding and Is Furious I’m Going on Her Honeymoon https://slate.com/human-interest/2019/10/dear-prudence-sister-called-off-wedding-who-takes-honeymoon.html Why do so many...

Ugh. This episode covers why most men should never be trusted ever. Among other things, we talk about men who cheat and and guys who gets off stringing women along. NOTE: We discuss an article posted on The Daily Mail, but because that site is a dumpster fire that posted nude photos of a woman without her consent, we won't be linking to it.

Today we're talking about SoIntoHim and her, uh, *interest* in a trainer at her gym. Is he afraid to get hurt? Just really busy? Or does he worry he's going to find a bunny boiling on his stove? Tune in to find out. Plus we talk about Dennis Quaid's 65 yr. old penis, Amazon's mediocre Modern Love and review the insanely sexist do's and dont's discussed at a women's leadership seminar. Women At Ern...

We're talking bridal and wedding shower scams, office politics and whether or not how much your date spends on you really matters. Also check out the new Matreon - where women are paid for the emotional labor involved with listening to stupid whiny men. 4 Bridesmaid Duties You Should Absolutely Say No To https://betches.com/4-bridesmaid-duties-you-should-absolutely-say-no-to/ Does How Much He Spen...

TW: ASSAULT We discuss a groom-to-be that assaulted a bridesmaid; alimony for men & which dating apps work best and why. We also read a dating advice letter from a listener and rant about bad tippers. What Is “Manimony” and How Does It Affect Women? https://www.brides.com/story/what-is-manimony-and-how-does-it-affect-women Groom sexually assaulted bridesmaid days before his wedding https://www.nbc...

We're talking ageism when job hunting, creepy serial killers, sex with younger men and why social media cray cray will keep you single. Man wins $750,000 lawsuit against his ex-wife's lover https://www.cnn.com/videos/us/2019/10/03/north-carolina-divorce-alienation-affection-law-vpx.witn Darkness on the Edge of Cougartown https://www.thecut.com/2019/10/what-no-one-tells-you-about-dating-a-younger-m...

A man wants his fiancee to help pay his student loans; a woman can't stop being a black hole of need and a boyfriend in love with his best friend. Plus, a listener writes in wondering if her new guy is relationship material or just wasting her time. Help! Shouldn’t My Fiancée Help Me Pay Off My $230,000 of Student Debt? https://slate.com/human-interest/2019/09/student-loans-marriage-advice.html ‘I...

Brace yourself, because this one gets a little filthy. We talk being secretly slutty, women's sexual desire, screwing a co-worker and - of course - that article from The Cut. I WAS CAROLINE CALLOWAY https://www.thecut.com/2019/09/the-story-of-caroline-calloway-and-her-ghostwriter-natalie.html ARE STRAIGHT WOMEN OK? https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/shannonkeating/lisa-taddeo-three-women-are-str...

In this bonus episode: How narcissists keep tabs on their supply long after the relationship is over and a a self-absorbed Mom who's afraid her non-binary daughter won't give her anything to brag about on Facebook. My Kid Is Non-Binary And I Can't Get Over It https://www.thecut.com/2019/09/ask-polly-my-kid-is-nonbinary-and-i-cant-get-over-it.html Why do survivors of narcissistic abuse feel so comp...

We talk staying friends with an ex, the brilliance of Brittany Runs A Marathon, the #MeToo backlash & how not to be treated like an option. The #MeToo Backlash https://hbr.org/2019/09/the-metoo-backlash

Tune in as we vent our rage about some truly awful and misogynistic dating advice, talk AGAIN about who pays on a first date and hear about how we just might have a copy cat on our hands.

We've heard a lot about signs of abuse when you're in a relationship, but what about people you've just met? Included in this mini-sode are warning signs of abuse we often confuse with genuine affection and interest. Read the full letter here https://www.womenologypod.com/post/look-out-for-these-sneaky-signs-of-abuse

On this mini-episode, I read a letter from Colleen, who wonders why a guy she thought really liked her faded. Learn about the stages of dating denial and how we often ignore what's right in front of us. READ COLLEEN'S LETTER HERE: https://www.womenologypod.com/post/why-did-he-act-so-interested-then-blow-her-off

This episode we listen to a woman rationalize tricking a man into telling her if they’re monogamous. We also side-eye an Ask Polly letter about killer mushrooms and murderous in-laws. ASK POLLY: My In-Laws Are Careless About My Deadly Food Allergy! https://www.thecut.com/2019/08/ask-polly-my-in-laws-are-careless-about-my-food-allergy.html READ THE FULL DATING LETTER HERE https://www.womenologypod....

Hold on to your butts, people. This episode is all about bad behavior. We talk annoying gym members; competitive BFF's; and one woman's bizarre and terrifying story of online harassment. DEAR PRUDENCE - MY BFF IS PHOTOSHOPPING ME TO LOOK FAT https://slate.com/human-interest/2019/07/dear-prudence-friend-edits-photos-heavier.html THE CUT - A MILLION BAD MEN https://www.thecut.com/2019/07/the-cut-on-...

We kick things off with common dating profile mistakes then parse an article on forgiveness and debate whether some people are just too limited to know they’re an asshole. In “F*ck That Guy” news, we discuss a letter submitted by N., a woman in NYC who became obsessed with a man she met on OKCupid. We’ve all gotten too invested, too quickly, but N.’s attachment level set off warning bells for me....

Have more dates, meet fewer flakes. Listen and learn keys to mastering any dating app and common red flags people overlook. Plus: New pod, who dis? We've got a new name!