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A No-BS Podcast About the Single Life After 30Welcome to You Single?—the podcast for those of us navigating singlehood in our 30s, 40s, and beyond. Hosted by your favorite friendly Sasquatch, Joel Poppert, and the fiery and fabulous Emanuela Messineo (aka “E”), this show is for anyone who’s ever swiped left, been ghosted (or done the ghosting), and questioned whether dating apps are completely broken.We’re here to talk about the reality of single life as grown-ass adults. Dating? Sure. But also, the

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84:29

How Do You Know Your Type?

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2025/10/11

Send us a text This episode dives head-first into one of the biggest questions in dating: How do we actually know our type—and are we even attracted to what’s good for us? Joel (“your favorite friendly Sasquatch”) and E welcome guest Priya to peel back the layers on attraction, trauma, and the stories we tell ourselves about love. The conversation moves from hilarious to healing in seconds—touching on cultural expectations, post-divorce dating, the comfort of being alone, and why we sometimes...

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57:43

Career Pivots, Divorce, Dating & Cat Gang Leaders:...

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2025/09/17

Send us a text In this heartfelt and hilarious episode of Midlife Uncensored, Poppy and E sit down with E’s longtime friend Sarah, who’s seen her through everything from college days to career pivots and parenthood. Sarah opens up about her journey from high school teacher to labor & delivery nurse, and how becoming a mom inspired her to make a major midlife career change. The conversation dives into teaching struggles, nursing school with two young kids, and the realities of co-parenting...

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54:54

From Hiatus to Hinge: Our Return to the Mic

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2025/08/28

Send us a text After a summer hiatus, your favorite friendly Sasquatch (Joel) and the Hot Dog Queen (Emanuela) are back with laughs, life updates, and a little chaos. From moving cross-country to debating the worst cities for dating (spoiler: Florida doesn’t get much love), they dive into why modern dating feels like a revolving door, the realities of app fatigue, and whether it’s time to commit to “three-date minimums.” Joel opens up about wanting to date again after a long break, while E pr...

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54:08

Spilled Juice, Spicy Toddlers & IVF Truths: A Belated...

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2025/06/06

Send us a text This special BELATED Mother’s Day edition of Midlife Uncensored is a raw, hilarious, and moving celebration of modern motherhood. With Poppy out, E holds down the fort alongside two incredible guests—Sasha and Maura—who get real about what it’s like to become a mom today. From handprint crafts and potty-training fails to fertility struggles, miscarriages, and the mental load no one warns you about, they cover it all. This episode dives into the unfiltered truths of IVF, pr...

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71:13

Planned Breakups, Sex Positivity, and the Modern...

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2025/05/23

Send us a text What happens when your breakup has a calendar date? In this raw, hilarious, and unfiltered episode, Poppy and E are joined by guests Jill and Katie for a roundtable on dating in your 30s and 40s—where planned goodbyes, casual hookups, deep friendships, and honest conversations about sex and expectations collide. From the heartbreak of wanting different things to the thrill of “just getting laid last night,” this episode dives into the messy, beautiful, contradictory truths of m...

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54:56

Molly Higgins and Gary Steadman are Why Modern Dating...

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2025/05/06

Send us a text In this episode of You Single? Let’s Mingle, Joel and E unpack the chaos of modern dating with a real-life story you won’t believe: a woman who ghosted Joel not once, but twice, suddenly resurfaces months later with a heartfelt—and wildly overthought—text asking for another chance… and dinner. From that emotional boomerang, the conversation opens up to bigger questions: Why do we overthink dating? Are we more intolerant now? Is dating app burnout killing real connection? ...

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46:50

How to Show Interest Without Looking Desperate (Or...

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2025/04/17

Send us a text In this episode, Joel and E keep it real and hilariously awkward as they unravel the mystery of how people show (or fail to show) romantic interest. From giggles over feet pics and Wisconsin dairy propaganda to dating psychology and the art of giving your number without looking like a weirdo, they touch on it all. The duo gets into: Why Mondays suck and feet pics might be a hustle.Subtle signs of interest like eye contact, body language, and leaning in.Why giving your number is...

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33:43

The Hangover Edition: Were We Really Double Fisting...

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2025/04/03

Send us a text Still reeling from a wild Two Birds Fit March Madness pub crawl, your favorite friendly Sasquatch and E dive into dating app disasters, Poppy meets another sasquatch in the wild, and the fine art of mingling. There’s wine. There’s wisdom. There’s a vending machine full of questionable choices. Buckle up for this hungover-but-hilarious ride through real-life dating, event recaps, and future podcast shenanigans. How to Engage with Us DM us on Instagram midlifeuncensored ...

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48:19

Floodlighting and How We Make Up "Conditions" to...

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2025/03/20

Send us a text Buckle up, because this episode of You Single? is an absolute rollercoaster. Your favorite friendly Sasquatch, Poppy, and his fiery co-host E are back with a mix of hilarity, unfiltered opinions, and a whole lot of hot takes on modern dating. From volunteering at the Food Bank (where Poppy might have found his next crush, except she is a teacher) to getting hit by a golf ball at a PGA tournament, this episode is packed with stories. But the real debate? Are we all overanalyzing...

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49:09

New Name, Same Chaos: Welcome to You Single?

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2025/03/13

Send us a text We’ve rebranded… again. Welcome to You Single?, where your favorite friendly Sasquatch, Joel Poppert, and the fiery and fabulous Emanuela Messineo (aka E) navigate the wild world of single life after 30. In this first official episode, we talk about why we’re ditching The Love Laugh Lounge for a fresh start, how You Single? fits into our podcast universe, and why we’re leaning all the way into middle-aged dorkiness. We also brainstorm questionable t-shirt ideas, discuss why dat...

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41:57

Another One Bites the Dust: The Dating Struggle...

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2025/02/27

Send us a text Dating in midlife is a trip, and in this episode of Midlife Uncensored, we’re unpacking yet another fresh dose of rejection. E shares her latest “I got dumped” moment—because nothing says modern dating like a sudden “let’s just be friends” call right before a planned date. Meanwhile, Joel and E dive into the bigger question: why does dating feel like an endless cycle of excitement, letdown, and back to the drawing board? But don’t worry, we’ve got solutions. Kind of. Joel pitch...

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49:39

Ditch the Apps & Break a Sweat: Dating IRL with Two...

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2025/02/20

Send us a text Forget awkward small talk and endless swiping—what if finding love was as easy as working out in the park or running into someone (literally) at the grocery store? This week, Poppy and E sit down with Karen Richards, the mastermind behind Two Birds Fit, a unique speed-dating-meets-fitness community in Denver. From speed-dating walks to singles mixers, Karen shares how her passion for fitness, matchmaking, and social connection led to a movement that’s getting people off the app...

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71:49

The Conversations that Divide Us: Egos, Politics,...

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2025/02/13

Send us a text Welcome to episode 49 of Midlife Uncensored! We’re nearly a year into this wild ride, and for this episode, we’re bringing back one of our favorite guests, Uche, for a no-filter conversation that started with the male ego… but went off the rails and way deeper than any of us expected. We dive into everything from the shifting dynamics between men and women, the confusion around traditional roles, the impact of social media on relationships, and the ripple effects of ego—both fr...

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57:26

The Love Laugh Lounge Takes on Dating Apps (Again)

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2025/02/06

Send us a text Welcome back to The Love Laugh Lounge—the Festivus of Dating, where we air our grievances, roast our own love lives, and dish out completely unqualified advice. In this episode, Poppy and E dive deep into the world of online dating—again—because let’s face it, the apps are the gift that keeps on giving… headaches. From Hinge's hidden inbox mysteries to the oddly specific clichés in women’s profiles (why does everyone love clean sheets and sushi?), we’re unpacking the weird, the...

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39:27

From Italy to NyQuil Dreams: Banter and Big Changes

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2025/01/16

Send us a textIn this lively and raw episode of Midlife Uncensored, Poppy and E dive into the chaos of midlife reflections, recent adventures, and hilarious tangents. From recapping their year in podcasting to tales of E's Italian escapades (including a stolen phone and a fabulous fur coat), this episode is equal parts heart and humor. They explore how aging changes hobbies, travel preferences, and social priorities, with plenty of laugh-out-loud moments along the way. Poppy even recounts a b...

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38:16

Goals, Giggles, and Casa Bonita: Planning for 2025

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2024/12/31

Send us a textIn this candid and humorous episode of Midlife Uncensored, Poppy and E dive into their personal goals for 2025—ranging from serious entrepreneurial pursuits to quirky bucket-list items (hello, Casa Bonita!). From formal goal-setting techniques and masterclasses to the chaotic beauty of juggling a million ideas at once, this episode is equal parts motivational and wildly relatable.Expect unfiltered banter about New Year routines, the struggles of working from home during winter, ...

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41:56

Dog Tongues and First Date Sushi : Another Midlife...

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2024/12/24

Send us a textWelcome back to the Love Laugh Lounge, where dating disasters and midlife musings collide! In this episode, Joel and E dive into the chaos of dating apps, their strategies (and frustrations), and the evolving world of meeting people IRL. From dissecting cringe-worthy dating profiles to recounting hilariously bad first dates, they serve up their trademark blend of humor and honesty.Topics include:Why being "friends first" is a red flag for menThe unspoken rules of profile picture...

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69:06

What Men and Women Need to Know About Each Other (But...

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2024/12/10

Send us a textIn Episode 44 of Midlife Uncensored, Poppy and E welcome back relationship coach and therapist Justine Baruch for an unfiltered and insightful discussion on relationships, dating, and personal growth. With nearly 20 years of experience helping individuals and couples navigate the complexities of love, communication, and emotional well-being, Justine dives deep into the tools and strategies that can heal, enhance, and transform relationships.From understanding the biological diff...

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57:06

Trust Issues Unpacked: Navigating Betrayal and...

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2024/12/03

Send us a textDiscover how to rebuild trust and foster healthier relationships, especially during midlife, with insights from our esteemed guest, licensed therapist Blake Roberts, LPC, MA. When trust is compromised, it can feel like the foundation of your relationship is crumbling. Together with Blake, we confront the complex interplay between trust, insecurities, and betrayal, discussing how cognitive distortions and past experiences shape our perceptions. Blake shares personal anecdotes, of...

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53:56

Thankful for Life, Love, and Giving Less F*cks

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2024/11/26

Send us a textJoin Poppy and E on this special pre-Thanksgiving episode of Midlife Uncensored! This week, we’re serving up a heaping plate of middle-aged wisdom with a side of laughs as we reflect on the art of not giving a f*ck and the many blessings we’re grateful for. From Friendsgiving antics and awkward first dates to hilarious dive bar reviews and egg salad horror stories, we keep it real while finding humor in the chaos of midlife.We dive into personal growth topics, like setting bound...

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