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Why Won"t You Date Me? with Nicole Byer

Headgum & Nicole Byer

Love and dating can be messy—so let’s talk about it! On this multi-award-winning podcast, comedian Nicole Byer explores romantic highs, lows, and all the juicy stuff in between, alongside comedians, experts, and sometimes an ex or two. New episodes every Friday!

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01:04:03

BEST OF: Proposal Gone Wrong (w/ Paul Scheer)

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2024/10/04

While we're on hiatus, we're revisiting one of Nicole's favorite episodes! Comedian and actor Paul Scheer (The League, Black Monday) joins Nicole to chat about how his proposal to June Diane Raphael went terribly wrong, how June's wedding ring was stolen from her finger, and why you should never propose in a hot air balloon. June sits nearby, fact-checking Paul's stories.Originally aired 05/21/2021. California! New York! Come see Nicole live in October. Get tickets at

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01:05:29

BEST OF: Same Guy Club (w/ Skyler Hurt)

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2024/09/27

We’re bringing you the best of Why Won’t You Date Me?—completely ad-free! In this episode, Nicole is joined by Skyler, who she met on Tinder. Things got awkward quickly when they realized they dated the same man. Nicole asks Skyler why she swiped right, why they kept dating despite Nicole's smoking, and whether she would’ve still gone out with her if she didn’t know about her work. And finally, Skyler gives Nicole the cold, hard truth about why they stopped dating. Spoiler alert: things get really

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01:03:39

BEST OF: Getting Paid for Sex (w/ Meatball and Big...

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2024/09/20

As we continue our hiatus, we're bringing back some of Nicole's all-time favorite episodes! And oh boy, BUCKLE UP, because this one is WILD. Nicole is joined by drag queen Meatball and rapper Big Dipper, and things get crazy fast. They share a wild hookup story involving a dirty diaper, talk about how they like to be choked in bed, and swap stories about the times they were paid for sex. By the end, Nicole is convinced to hire a male escort for her next birthday.

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01:00:39

Booty Call Horror Story (w/ Jameela Jamil)

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2024/09/13

Actress Jameela Jamil (The Good Place) joins Nicole to share her most horrifying booty call story. They dive into the wild pressure women face to be sexy, why so many play it small for men, and how the relentless pursuit of the 'bad boy' often leads to heartbreak—and HPV.

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00:00:36

A lil update from Nicole

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2024/09/12

We’re taking a short hiatus, but don’t worry—we’ll be back soon with brand new episodes, including more video podcasts! In the meantime, I’m re-releasing some of my all-time favorite episodes of the podcast, completely ad-free.Stay tuned for updates and all the latest news by following me on Instagram @nicolebyer. We can’t wait to share what’s coming up next with you!

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00:55:49

Dating Michael Jordan, Larry David, and a $6K Dating...

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2024/09/06

Actress Garcelle Beauvais (The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills) joins Nicole to discuss dating the likes of Michael Jordan, Larry David, and Eddie Murphy. She shares her experience working at a Playboy club under a fake ID, and the time she accidentally spent $6,000 on a dating app, without landing a single date. Nicole and Garcelle fantasize about a world with Yelp-style reviews for dating. Write to Nicole! Submit your dirty pick-up lines, dating stories, or questions to

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00:54:24

Dating Scraps (w/ Riki Lindhome)

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2024/08/30

Comedian Riki Lindhome (Garfunkel and Oates, AfrAId) joins Nicole to discuss her harrowing fertility journey, dating someone new just two weeks before her baby was due, and what it means to "soft-partner" or date a "scrap." Meanwhile, a man tries to move into Nicole's house, leading her to seek relationship advice from WikiHow.Write to Nicole! Submit your dirty pick-up lines, dating stories, or questions to whywontyoudatemepodcast@gmail.com for a chance to have it read on-air. Follow Nicole

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00:54:16

Orgasmic Meditation (w/ Chloe Fineman)

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2024/08/23

Comedian and actress Chloe Fineman (SNL) joins Nicole to discuss orgasmic meditation and the strange men behind the practice. She shares stories of attending a “slutty” theater school where her friends ended up in a crazy gangbang, dating a 700-pound man who used meth to lose weight, and dating another guy with "school shooter vibes." Chloe also talks about the most ridiculous arguments that have led to her breakups and offers advice on the best dating app. Write to Nicole! Submit your dirty pick-up

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01:01:26

When Your Dad’s a Movie Icon (w/ Sophia Stallone)

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2024/08/16

Sophia Stallone (The Family Stallone) shares what it's like to date when your dad is Sylvester Stallone. Sophia recounts cringey dates where the guy was more interested in meeting Rocky than getting to know her, the challenges of navigating her dad’s overprotective nature, and how she’s worked to overcome the anxieties that come with dating in the spotlight. Nicole and Sophia also reminisce about being dummies on the set of Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity. Write to Nicole! Submit your dirty

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00:55:13

Sex Goals (w/ Akeem Woods)

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2024/08/09

Comedian and "ho-fessional" Akeem Woods joins Nicole to share his crazy sexcapades. He tells the story about his first Pride parade where he hooked up with a dozen guys in a single day, his experiences having sex with pornstars, accidentally attending an orgy, and having sex with a stranger in a Staples bathroom. He looks back on the time he was still in the closet and made a MySpace account for his fake girlfriend. Nicole gets fisted. Write to Nicole! Submit your dirty pick-up lines, dating

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00:57:36

Don't Break Up Like This! (w/ Ryan Beck)

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2024/08/02

Comedian Ryan Beck (Girl Code) joins Nicole to discuss the worst places to be broken up with and debate when it’s acceptable to end a relationship over text. Nicole shares her experiences with threesome requests at meet & greets and the time she and her friend hooked up with long-lost brothers on a set of bunk beds. Follow Nicole Byer:Twitter: @nicolebyerInstagram: @nicolebyerNicole's book: indiebound.org/book/9781524850746

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00:59:00

Modelling on OnlyFans (w/ Luenell)

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2024/07/26

Comedian Luenell (Borat, Hacks) joins Nicole to discuss the decision that led her to start an OnlyFans, dating a man who slid into her DMs, and her experience robbing $50,000 from a bank. Follow Nicole Byer:Twitter: @nicolebyerInstagram: @nicolebyerNicole's book: indiebound.org/book/9781524850746

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00:58:48

Forget About the Dating "Icks" (w/ Boman Martinez-Reid)

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2024/07/19

Actor/TikToker Boman Martinez-Reid (@Bomanizer) joins Nicole to discuss the pitfalls of launching your relationship on social media, witnessing his ex compete on a TV dating show and become a fan favorite, and his advice on why we should all forget about the "icks" when dating. Meanwhile, Nicole has started bargaining with her house spiders.Got a dirty message for Nicole? Write it to whywontyoudatemepodcast@gmail.com for a chance to have it read on-air.Follow Nicole Byer:Twitter:

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01:02:43

Background Check Your Dates (w/ Lala Kent)

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2024/07/12

Lala Kent (Vanderpump Rules) joins Nicole to reveal why she chose a sperm donor for her pregnancy and explain the tier system of sperm options. She shares the reasons she background checks all her dates and spills some of the craziest discoveries she's made. Plus, Lala opens up about her experience co-parenting her daughter and dating while pregnant. Follow Nicole Byer:Twitter: @nicolebyerInstagram: @nicolebyerNicole's book: indiebound.org/book/9781524850746

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00:47:37

Dating a Cult Leader (w/ Poppy Liu)

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2024/07/05

Actress Poppy Liu (Hacks) joins Nicole to discuss how she accidentally dated a cult leader, her exhausting year as a dominatrix in the BDSM lifestyle, her queer awakening watching Titanic, and her experiences doing experimental nude theatre in New York. Nicole shares the story of the time she was fingered by a dishwasher.Check out Poppy Liu's new movie, Space Cadet, on Prime Video.Follow Nicole Byer:Tour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastakenTwitter: @nicolebyerInstagram: @nicolebyerNicole's book:

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01:00:34

Dominant Women (w/ Clark Jones)

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2024/06/28

Comedian Clark Jones joins Nicole to discuss a wild hookup after a drug-fueled comedy show, the experience that turned him onto dominant women, and the story of performing stand-up naked. Plus, he shares his scheme of joining a ballet team in order to lose his virginity.Follow Nicole Byer:Tour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastakenTwitter: @nicolebyerInstagram: @nicolebyerNicole's book: indiebound.org/book/9781524850746

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00:42:24

Your Relationship Needs a Song (w/ Keith Robinson)

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2024/06/21

Comedian Keith Robinson has faced two strokes that have affected half his mobility and speech. He shares with Nicole how he experienced a stroke after taking Viagra on an airplane ahead of a date, his crazy run-in with the police, and his advice on why every relationship needs a song. Write something dirty to Nicole! Submit it to whywontyoudatemepodcast@gmail.com for a chance to have it read on air. Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @nicolebyerInstagram: @nicolebyerMerch: podswag.com/datemeNicole's

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00:55:16

Anxiety (w/ Tony Hale)

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2024/06/14

Actor Tony Hale (Veep, Arrested Development, Inside Out 2) joins Nicole to discuss how he accidentally themed his marriage proposal around a play about suicide, how he overcame his anxieties in a relationship, his experience working as Beyoncé's 'assistant', and provides Nicole with some heartfelt advice on dating. See Inside Out 2, now playing in theatres. Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @nicolebyerInstagram: @nicolebyerMerch: podswag.com/datemeNicole's book: indiebound.org/book/9781524850746

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00:02:13

Ted Danson & Woody Harrelson Are Reunited!

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2024/06/12

Ted and Woody are back together to bring you a brand new podcast from Team Coco! It’s called “Where Everybody Knows Your Name with Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson (Sometimes)" and it’s out right now! They’re talking to guests like Conan O’Brien, Will Arnett, Jane Fonda, Billy Eichner, Kristen Bell, and so many more. Head over to “Where Everybody Knows Your Name with Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson (Sometimes)" to subscribe and listen now!

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01:03:25

You Smell Like Me (w/ David Gborie)

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2024/06/07

Comedian David Gborie (voice of Comedy Central, All Fantasy Everything, My Momma Told Me) joins Nicole to discuss the hottest porn, why two comedians can't date, how women improve the lives of men, and looking like a pervert at The Nutcracker. Nicole daydreams about what she would do if she had a dick for a day, and shares the story of hooking up with a coworker, which led them to quit.Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @nicolebyerInstagram: @nicolebyerMerch: podswag.com/datemeNicole's book:

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