Oh, hi, singles! We see you hustling on those dating apps-and we’re thinking you’re probs wondering if everyone else is experiencing the same group-text-worthy dates as you.
Like, are you the only person in New York City who gets confused trying to find your date in a bar-and accidentally ends up having drinks with the wrong person? Or has any other fellow single in Las Vegas also matched with a celeb who loves to frequent the Strip? And are you legit the only one in Chicago who’s been dumped because your match found out you’re a Cubs fan?
Finally, some answers! Cosmo teamed up with Tinder on a brand-new podcast called Single, Swipe, Repeat, where Tinder users throughout the country share their most memorable, hilarious, and relatable AF dating stories with host Faye Brennan, Cosmo’s Sex & Relationships Director.
Every episode, Faye’s also joined by a celeb guest host to break down all the delicious drama.
Tune in now wherever you listen to podcasts:
Three episodes are out now (as in-TODAY!), and three more will be live by the end of this week. Starting in July, you can hear a new episode every Tuesday. Peep the lineup below, which we’ll be updating every time a new one drops.
Episode 1
“Washington, D.C.: TFW Everything Is Off the Record”
Faye is joined by Polly Rodriguez, CEO & cofounder of sexual wellness company Unbound, to discuss dating in Washington, D.C.-the luckiest city to date in on Tinder, with more matches than any other U.S. city!
When you date in Washington, D.C.-a town filled with high-profile political operatives, no-BS journalists, and ambitious grad students looking for their in-time is precious and words are chosen super carefully. Is there an obsession with keeping things “off the record” when dating someone who’s got a boss who’s always in the news? What does happy hour on the hill even look like? And what about dating when you’re not in politics? Polly Rodriguez, CEO & cofounder of badass sexual wellness company Unbound, joins Faye in the studio to reminisce about her time as a Senate intern on the hill and discuss power dynamics in relationships.
Episode 2
“Mormon Country: TFW You Don’t Know the Lingo”
Faye is joined by former Disney star, actor, dancer, and Utah native Mollee Gray to chat about dating the Mormon way.
Fun fact: Until just this past March, it was technically illegal in the state of Utah for unmarried people to have sex. Sixty percent of Utah’s population is Mormon, which means sex before marriage is a no-no, and locals have come up with some pretty interesting ways around it. So what exactly do single Utahns, um, do? We’ll explain. This week, Faye is joined by Mollee Gray, an actor, dancer, and former Disney star who was raised Mormon in Utah. Together, they speak to two young Utahns to get their take on the state’s unique dating culture. If you’ve ever wondered what it means to be “sealed” to your partner in a temple, consider this your crash course in Utah’s single scene.
Episode 3
“Chicago: TFW You Love Baseball More Than Bae”
Faye is joined by comedian Liza Treyger to hear about the dates that rock and the dates that blow in the Windy City.
How much does sports fanaticism affect dating in Chicago? Like, can a Sox fan date a Cubs fan? And when it feels cold for about nine months out of the year, what’s a match gotta do to be worthy of strapping on some long johns and going outside for? Chicago-raised comedian Liza Treyger (aka GlitterCheese), who can be seen on Netflix in her half-hour special on Degenerates, joins Faye in the studio to dish about what her experience was like dating in the Windy City. Plus, the two field calls from real Tinder users who are navigating deep team pride, the biting realities of cuffing season, and more to find love in Chicago.
Episode 4
“TFW Everyone’s Got a Hoodie Full of Ideas”
Faye is joined in the studio by Zach Kornfeld, one-quarter of the YouTube comedy sensation The Try Guys, to unpack the particularities of navigating Silicon Valley’s engineer-saturated dating pool.
“Love is the one category we can’t write code for.” Wise words from this week’s guest host, The Try Guys’ Zach Kornfeld, who hung with Faye in the studio to discuss dating in Silicon Valley. It’s a place where ambition lurks under every nondescript zip hoodie and men significantly outnumber women. But there’s more to life here than analyzing data and playing with code–and it’s clear that understanding HTML doesn’t mean you’ve also mastered the language of love. In this episode, Faye and Zach hear from Tinder users who were asked on a first date how much money they made (it’s common here!) as well as those looking for a real, vulnerable connection in a hotshot world. Here’s your unfiltered guide to dating in Man José. P.S. Zach and The Try Guys’ new book, The Hidden Power of f*cking Up, is available now, and catch them on their first nationwide tour, Legends of the Internet.
Episode 5
“The South: TFW You Reckon It’s a Southern Thing”
Southern belles and old-school chivalry: Faye is joined in the studio by Shan Boodram, sexologist, YouTube star, and author, to get the lowdown on dating in the South.
Are charm and chivalry dead? Not in the southern U.S. they ain’t-but that doesn’t mean times aren’t changing. From check-paying politics to the importance of family, we’re taking a whistle-stop tour of the southern USA this week. In Savannah, millennials and Gen Zers are ignoring pressure from their parents to get married. Sexologist Shan Boodram, better known as Shan Boody from her popular YouTube channel, is in the studio with Faye to enlighten us on the power of self-expression…and to clarify why dating should never be like ordering a pizza. Shan’s new book, The Game of Desire, which is all about gaining control and confidence while dating, debuts this summer and is available to preorder now.
Episode 6
“Portland: TFW Everyone You Date Wears Flannel”
Faye is joined in the studio by Gaby Dunn and Allison Raskin, the BFFs behind the killer YouTube channel Just Between Us to dissect the dynamics of dating in Portland.
Portlandians love astrology so much that it’s even a factor when looking for a roommate-so how much does it matter when dating? Like, can an Aries really date a Cancer? And can a zodiac enthusiast date a nonbeliever? In a sea of environmentalists, outdoorsy types, and stoners, dating in this liberal bastion can be quite unique-especially because Portlandians like to “Keep It Weird.” In this episode, Faye is joined by Gaby Dunn and Allison Raskin, hosts and creators of the hilarious, sex-positive YouTube series and podcast Just Between Us. Together, the three talk about the popularity of nonmonogamy and cannabis in Portland, and we also hear firsthand from Gaby why being on Tinder as a queer woman in Portland is lit.
Episode 7
“TFW Everyone You Date Is a (Disney) Character”
Faye is joined by Florida dancer, actress, and podcast host Megan Batoon to hear about the single scene in the Sunshine State-and yes, even at the “Happiest Place on Earth.”
More than 100 million tourists descend on Florida every year to escape reality, enjoy the coastline, and soak in Orlando’s magic. But how does living in a tourist hot spot affect locals’ dating lives? With so many professional entertainers in town (what up, Mickey!), it can be hard to gauge a person’s true character or feelings. And the “Florida Man” meme exists for a reason. In this episode, Faye is joined by Florida native Megan Batoon, an actress, choreographer, and host of the podcast Just a Tip. Together, they hear from an engagement photographer at Disney World (who knows for a fact that Goofy gets around), a Tinder user whose pet got in the way of their last relationship, and someone who knows what it’s like to date a Prince impersonator. There’s never a dull day when you’re dating in the Sunshine State.
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