Why Won't You Date Me? with Nicole Byer

Comedian, actress and YouTuber star Lilly Singh ( A Little Late with Lilly Singh, Dollface ) chats with Nicole about April Fools' Day pranks, setting up a vision board in her shower, her experience hosting a late night talk show,  and offers her tip for getting dates on Raya. Meanwhile, Nicole tries to apply to the Soho house.    Crazy dating story? Looking for advice? Want to leave Nicole a dirty...

If there’s anyone who loves mindless gossip more than Nicole, it’s her good pal Solomon Georgio. In fact, it’s the subject of his brand new podcast from Team Coco, The Juice ! On The Juice, Solomon sources only the finest gossip stories about regular folks doing crazy s**t — no celeb headlines here! Each week he’s joined by hilarious guests such as Conan, Ira Madison III, Atsuko Okatsuka, and yes,...

Actress Raven Goodwin ( Single Black Female, SMILF ) shares her worst first dates, the adorable story behind her picnic proposal, what she planned for her bachelorette party, and how dating long distance helped strengthen the love in her relationship. Crazy dating story? Looking for advice? Want to leave Nicole a dirty message? Submit it all to whywontyoudatemepodcast@gmail.com for a chance to hav...

Oh my god, it’s happening. Twins Darcey and Stacy Silva (TLC's 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days, Darcey & Stacey ) are here! They chat with Nicole about how they were separately cast on the reality tv show, getting divorced on the same day, their plastic surgery journey, and TOM! Darcey also announces her split with Georgi, and Stacey shares details about the model who snuck into her husband'...

Drag king Tenderoni (Winner of The Drag Queen of the Year Pageant 2021) chats with Nicole about why they love older women, the challenges of performing as a drag king on your period, the scandalous story behind how they met their 12-year partner, and shares tips on how to be a flirt. Plus, Nicole reads some cringey dating app pick-up lines she's received.    Crazy dating story? Looking for advice?...

Danielle Pinnock ( Young Sheldon, Ghosts ) and Nicole get mistaken for each other... a lot.  The comedian and writer chats with Nicole about the different actors they get confused for, the grueling process of booking an acting job, and the very strange story behind how Danielle's wedding ended up taking place in a hospital ICU.    Crazy dating story? Looking for advice? Want to leave Nicole a dirt...

Comedian and motivational speaker Jackie Fabulous joins Nicole to chat about negotiating prenups, how to gently give direction during sex, finding the funny in your flaws, and how to appear more desirable by looking less horny.   Crazy dating story? Looking for advice? Let Nicole and her guest help you out. Submit your stories, questions, or dirty pick-up lines to whywontyoudatemepodcast@gmail.com...

Comedian Moses Storm lived in an art exhibit where he would sleep, shit, and had sex in front of an audience.  He navigates trying to find love while exhibiting, and being raided by Operation Fashion Police. Moses and Nicole also talk about shooting sex scenes for TV, preparing bits for dates, and the hookup culture on Birthright. Check out Moses's new comedy special, Trash White now on HBO Max!  ...

Actress Shalita Grant ( You , NCIS: New Orleans ) talks to Nicole about her life dating an MMA fighter, her straight sex phrase, the moment she realized she was a natural at lesbian sex, and how her interest in polygamous relationships lead to her love of pole dancing. Nicole shares her blowjob trick that works every time.    Crazy dating story? Looking for advice? Let Nicole and her guest help yo...

Comedian Gina Yashere ( The Daily Show, Bob Hearts Abishola ) chats with Nicole about the adorable meet-cute story behind meeting her girlfriend at a women's festival. She also discusses the process behind working with Chuck Lorre to co-create the sitcom Bob Hearts Abishola, her non-confrontation approach to hiring a diverse writers' room, and how Different Strokes inspired her dream to come to Am...

Actor and comedian Lamorne Morris ( New Girl, Woke) is here! Lamorne teaches Nicole about the importance of playing hard to get, and how to act unavailable to attract a man. They read a listener's story about a date who ditched them at the bar to go buy wet wipes and take a shit. Plus, is TikTok now the hottest new app to find a relationship?   Crazy dating story? Looking for advice? Let Nicole an...

Comedian and actress Abbi Jacobson ( Broad City, The Mitchells vs the Machines ) and Nicole go over a list of ways to make a man commit - is the advice solid or is it all just mind games? Plus, Abbi shares how she met her co-star Ilana Glazer, and their combined failure trying to ask out men over Facebook. She also shares her Raya success story, and her empowering message she sends when asking som...

Drag queen icon Bianca Del Rio (winner of Drag Race S6 ) joins Nicole to chat about the challenges of finding a partner who fits with your lifestyle, the smart system behind her meet-and-greets, getting reported on Grindr, shares secrets behind her impeccable wig lines, and throws lots of shade in between. It's a real good time - get into it!   For more drag queen interviews, check out our episode...

Comedian and actress Chelsea Peretti ( Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Sing 2 ) chats with Nicole about the best places you can go to meet singles, strong pick-up lines, and how she met husband Jordan Peele through a DM.    Check out our best episodes of 2021!  Listen at teamcoco.com/dateme2021   Follow Nicole Byer:  Tour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastaken Twitter: @nicolebyer Instagram: @nicolebyer New Merc...

Drag queen Nina West ( Drag Race S11, Hairspray ) is just as tragically single as Nicole. They commiserate over the single life, talk about how Nina’s life drastically changed after Drag Race , the most annoying responses to get on dating apps, and absolute deal breakers in a relationship. Originally recorded May 25th, 2021.   Our Best of 2021 list is here! Listen to top episodes you voted for at...

Drag queen Heidi N Closet ( RuPaul's Drag Race S12 ) chats with Nicole about how her dating life changed after Drag Race, the kinky things she's introduced in the bedroom, the various names she's given all of her body parts, and lady glory holes.  Plus, they answer all of your questions about Valentine's day - the best food to eat,  their worst Valentine's day, and their dream hookup. Originally r...

Friend, actress, and comedian D’Arcy Carden ( The Good Place , Barry ) joins Nicole live for some raw, unadulterated fun! They check in on how they've been handling the pandemie, the adorable details  behind D'Arcy's 15 year relationship, microdosing on shrooms, and oh boy really so much more. We had a big teeheehee.  Originally recorded January 6th, 2021.   Today is the last day to vote for our F...

The holidays are here! As a gift, we're releasing the livestreamed episodes from behind the paywall!  On today's episode, drag queen Naomi Smalls ( RuPaul's Drag Race S8, All-Stars S4 ) joins Nicole to talk about her experience being a sheep farmer, how she navigated backlash from the Drag Race fandom, and the nicest dicks they've ever seen.  Plus, Naomi and Nicole answer your questions about the...

Comedian Joyelle Nicole Johnson lived with a dominatrix. She talks about the type of clients that would visit her apartment, and the kinky 'services' she was offered. Plus, she shares how she met her husband at a funeral, making a 'dessert room' for a wedding, and the importance of couples therapy in any relationship.    Crazy dating story? Looking for advice? Let Nicole and her guest help you out...

Comedian and actor Jimmy O. Yang ( Silicon Valley, Love Hard ) joins Nicole to tell the story of how he met his girlfriend, discusses at what point does a relationship become serious, and suggests Nicole change the name of the podcast in order to better manifest a partner. Jimmy gives acting tips and shares what he would teach in his 'practical acting' course, and Nicole's excited to have started...

Comedian Aida Rodriguez was kidnapped twice as a child.  She describes her time on the run with a murderer, and how she uses her stand-up comedy to process her traumas. They also discuss dating red flags to look out for, Nicole's love for a serial killer, plus a story from a listener who dated a sock-sniffing Trump supporter.   Crazy dating story? Looking for advice? Let Nicole and her guest help...

Raven-Symoné ( That's So Raven ) and wife Miranda Maday join Nicole to share the story of how they met, broke up, and got back together again. They discuss learning to love your real self as well as your persona self, organizing a micro wedding during COVID, and Raven shares her experience co-officiating a wedding with Cardi B. Miranda suggests to Nicole how she can find love at OA meetings.  This...

Friend and writer Shannon Joy Rodgers ( Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Ellen ) joins Nicole to talk about roller-blading, the costs and challenges of planning a COVID-safe wedding right now, and how she found her husband by sliding into the DMs. Plus, in a podcast first, Nicole receives a musical answer to the question " Would you date me? ".   The podcast is nominated for a People's Choice Award! Please vot...

Comedian Rob Corddry ( Childrens Hospital, Hot Tub Time Machine ) joins Nicole to discuss cannibalism, the art of taking a good profile picture, Rob gives advice on Nicole's dating app bio, and they both geek out over cars.   Crazy dating story? Looking for advice? Let Nicole and her guest help you out. Submit your stories or questions to whywontyoudatemepodcast@gmail.com for a chance to have it a...

Friend and writer Gilli Nissim ( The Other Two , A.P Bio ) joins Nicole to discuss breaking up in the middle of the pandemic, her experience speed dating over Zoom, and traveling abroad for hookups.  Nicole wishes that she can go on Birthright.  Black Lives Matter. Click here for a list of over 100 different ways you can support racial justice. Follow Nicole Byer:  Tour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyer...