Peasant Party Podcast

New dating terms just dropped — and we’re tired already. Charlotte and Annabelle break down the latest relationship buzzwords taking over the internet, separating what’s actually useful from what’s just a shiny rebrand of old behavior. We get into: Quantum Dating : freeing or emotionally avoidant? Floodlighting vs. real vulnerability Throning (dating for status) and why it never works Delusionship...

What does modern dating look like to someone who got married before ghosting was a thing? Charlotte and Annabelle bring on their dad, David Warren, for a surprisingly thoughtful (and occasionally hilarious) generational crossover episode. We cover: A boomer’s take on dating in 2025 Ghosting, love bombing, future faking & gaslighting — defined What actually makes a relationship healthy vs. toxi...

Did Dani Coco actually do anything wrong — or was that just a fragile ego having a moment? Charlotte and Annabelle unpack a viral TikTok debate about honesty vs. transparency after a man spiraled upon learning his date had previously been to the restaurant… on a date. We also dive into: Whether a weird sex dream about a friend means anything at all The resurging claim that “women can’t have it all...

Is planning a breakup with AI… unhinged or just efficient? Charlotte and Annabelle dig into two dating headlines that are making the rounds — from the rise of “Banksying” (strategic, premeditated breakups) to new research claiming couples who meet on dating apps are basically doomed 😬 We also tackle a wild mailbag situation involving: A long-term situationship A casually floated threesome And a m...

Why did nobody raise their hand for Rylie? 👀 Charlotte is joined by fiancé Buddy Pearson to unpack a viral dating clip from “Provo’s Most Eligible” that sparked a full-on gender war online. We break down the awkward silence, the backlash, and the bizarre leap from “I like to travel” to “she’s a walking red flag.” Along the way, we get into: Why men really weren’t interested in Rylie (and why the...

Charlotte & Annabelle are BACK in studio to answer your burning questions. This episode, we dive write in, answering questions like: I was seemingly ditched on a date... what went wrong here? Are "Close Friends" IG stories "for hookups"? His female friend (who I've met) posted an IG story advertising him as "single"... Why? Guy I'm seeing wants to take "best girl friend" to wedding instead of...

We're back in studio, this time joined again by my wonderful fiance & capital-R roommate, ‪@notyorbuddy2‬ ! This episode, we tackle some fun topics -- Does someone's "number" really matter? Is it less about numbers, and more about proximity? Should you tell a new romantic interest if you've possibly hooked up with their friend? This is a fun one, so be sure to tune in!

We're back with a repeat guest & fan favorite -- ATX based fitness instructor, comedian, podcast host & (now) actor, Justine Benzinger @ just.fit .justine! This episode, we tackle topics & questions like: New dating term: "Shrekking" Sliding into the DMs of a low-level celebrity Would it be weird to meet a hinge date (32F) at a concert I’m (30M) going to with a female friend? Why do pe...

Charlotte & Annabelle are BACK! After a few quick pop culture discussions (Sydney Sweeney, Bruce Willis, & More), before jumping into a discussion on the chaos that is the Tea App & its data breach. Was this app a massive fail, or a well-intentioned miss? We then dive into some questions: - How "comfortable" should dating be? - Is it wrong to withold giving out your number until after...

After a pod hiatus, Charlotte & Buddy are BACK, here to answer your burning questions, including: - Is asking "Are you single?" a good icebreaker question - Should I continue dating someone if I think they're great, but don't feel the "buzz"? - They wore the same outfit two dates in a row... normal, or not? This is a fun one, so be sure to tune in!

Charlotte & Annabelle are BACK in the new studio to answer some more burning dating questions. We kick things off with a discussion: Is it ok to update your location on a dating app to one you don't actually live in? Then, we dive into some dating questions: How much responsibility do i have for a date who has had too much to drink? Am I a bad person if I don't allow them to spend the night at...

I am BACK in studio -- this time, with a new set! Buddy joins me this time to answer some burning dating questions: Is there a "right" way to break up with someone? What situations warrant a formal break up? We also answer some listener questions: Does this (casual situation) warrant a break up conversation? Should I bring up that I'd be down for something casual, or just end things altogether? Tu...

Charlotte & Annabelle are BACK in studio -- this time, with a new set! We catch up on all the happenings before diving into some dating questions: How soon is too soon to date after getting out of a relationship? Am I wrong for wanting a long term partner who is willing to be a stay at home mom? Am I hooking up with a “homeless man”? Tune in, this is a fun one!

I am back in the studio with a returning guest -- the amazing Casey Rice! Casey shares what she's been up to & a pride month update, before helping me answer some dating questions: Her ex keeps looking at my Linkedin and Instagram stories... What gives? How can I date better as a people pleaser? This is a fun one, so be sure to tune in!

Excited to make a very special announcement on this very special episode: Buddy & I are engaged! I bring him on to tell the story from his POV -- enjoy!

Charlotte & Buddy are BACK in studio, this time doing a "book club"-style episode covering @matchmakermaria 's bestselling new book, "Matchmaker Maria's No-Nonsense Guide to Finding Love". We make sure not to spoil anything, but we do highlight some of her hottest tips and helpful perspectives, including: The "12 Date Rule" Are coffee dates "low effort" dates? What is ACTUALLY a "low effort" d...

Charlotte & Annabelle are BACK, this time joined by guest Audrey Acosta (@theduchessaudrey), ATX local and owner of Wish Upon a Star Party (@wishuponastarparty) and recent haver of hot takes related to weddings. This episode, we're talking all things do's and don'ts of attending weddings as a single person: when do you bring a plus one? how do you handle forced fix ups? This week's listener qu...

We are BACK in studio, this time joined with returning guest and my "Capital-R Roommate", Buddy Pearson (@notyorbuddy2)! We kick things off with a quick personal life update, before hearing from some listeners, and answer the following: My friend (32F) just got out of a 6 year LTR, how should I (37M) approach asking her out? Ex coworker keeps DM’ing and texting me… he has a fiance... Help? Weird c...

This week, I'm joined by Austin, TX comedian and golf pro, Annie Teicher! We kick things off by discussing her recent experience on Kill Tony, her rising comedy career and career as a golf professional, before diving into some listener questions: Is not kissing on the first date a "bad" sign? Is the surprise "double date" an intentional move done when you're not into someone? Do I take a YOLO trip...

This episode, I'm honored to host George Owens -- actor, comedian, and improv professional, formerly of The Second City and now on tour with his one-man show, "Holy Sh*t I Lived" (and also one of my first TikTok mutuals!). We kick things off by learning all about George's background, his show, and his life experiences which inspired the material -- dating & relationships being one of them. Geo...

Charlotte & Annabelle are BACK, and we're diving right in with a discussion on Hinge's "Most Compatible" feature... How accurate is this feature, really? Can you feel "personally victimized" by this? Or is it all a big gimmick? We then hear from some listeners, asking the following: Who stood up who? If someone unmatches on an app before the date, is it safe to assume the date is cancelled? Is...

This week, I'm joined by author, former NSA Analyst and combat veteran Madison Kirksey (@citizenmadison), who recently launched her book, "The Heart Reset: A Woman's Guide to Healing and Finding Extraordinary Love After Divorce"! In this episode, we dive into Madison's story, and some of the key teachings in Madison's book. This is a fun one, so be sure to tune in! More about The Heart Reset Buy t...

This week, I'm joined by the amazing Michelle Craig (@michellecraigatx), ATX ambassador for the Chaotic Singles parties (@chaoticsinglesparty) and host of the Swipe N' the City Podcast ( https://swipenthecity.com/ )! She gives me the scoop on Chaotic Singles' expansion to Austin, and how to get involved in their events, before helping me answer some listener questions: What does it mean when your...

Charlotte & Annabelle are BACK, this time kicking off with a quick discussion on "on the spot" break ups... Is it ever ok to end a relationship at the exact time of an "incident", or do breakups require more care? We then hear from a listener in this exact situation: Was she the a-hole for ending a relationship immediately after her boyfriend embarrassed her at a work event? Was he owed a more...

Charlotte & Annabelle are BACK, this time kicking things off with a silly quick hit question: Are you allowed to judge someone by how they name their children? And what kind of first name is "Often"? We then hear from a male listener who looks forward to his new remote job (congrats, king!), who has a question for us: If he uses his new job perk to travel abroad, and chooses to date in those c...