Rachel & Sam

Not Exactly Wife Material

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Not Exactly Wife Material is the raw, no-holds-barred podcast about dating after 40 that you didn't know you needed. Join your host, Rachel, a newly divorced mom diving headfirst into the dating world, and her co-host, Sam, the voice of reason with a stable relationship. Together, they navigate the hilarious, heartbreaking, and often wild reality of dating in the post-dating app world. From awful first dates to unexpected hookups, they're laying it all on the line. Get ready for unfiltered stories, honest advice, and a whole lot of laughs. This is the podcast for anyone who knows that finding...

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Episode 3: Bad Dates Build Character (Apparently) 21.04.2026 1:10:51

Send us Fan Mail A “fine” date can be worse than a bad one, because it tricks you into ignoring what your body already knows. After a long break, we’re back to swap the dating stories that made us laugh, cringe, and finally set better boundaries, from low-effort first impressions to the moment you realize you’re forcing chemistry that is not there. We dig into what actually helps you date smarter:...

Episode 2: G'day, Good Lay, & Goodbye 22.12.2025 51:40

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we pick up where we left off and dive headfirst into post-divorce dating, low expectations, and situationships that were never meant to last. From a convenient fling with “Ski Patrol” that burned hot and fizzled fast, to a blackout birthday party hookup that spiraled into family barbecues, questionable life choices, and an unforgettable McDonald’s cheeseburger dis...

Looking For Love in All the Wrong Medicine Cabinets 29.06.2025 36:10

Send us Fan Mail Stepping back into the dating world after divorce feels like boarding a roller coaster you never bought tickets for. At 41, with kids in tow and a decade-long marriage in my rearview mirror, I found myself facing questions I thought were long answered: Who am I now? What do I actually want? And why does dating feel so much more complicated than I remember? My co-host Sam and I div...