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Bad Examples w/ Tracy DiMarco & Jessica Romano

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Dating
Relationships
Parenting
Friendship Breakups
Reality Television
Love
Polyamory
Single Mothers
Friendship Breakup
Football
Jerseylicious
Crash Outs
Valentine's Day
Sexual Intimacy
Sleep Divorce
High School Sweethearts
Motherhood
Empowerment
Christmas
Jealousy

Meet your unqualified therapists, and your besties who overshare. Ex-Reality stars Tracy DiMarco & Jessica Romano are the comedic duo behind Bad Examples, serving unapologetically real, unhinged girl talk on everything from dating and friendship drama to dildos, babies, and beyond. Occasionally helpful, always honest, they’ll make you laugh, cry, and feel like you’re part of the chaos, because you... more

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Latest Episodes

Once upon a time, there was a corporate girly who traded her corner office for a dungeon. She went from working on Wall Street to working as a dominatrix. That girl was Amanda Dames, aka The Kink Consultant, and this week she joins Tray and J to teac... more

Why are we wired to want what’s bad for us? Emotionally unavailable? I’m intrigued. Criminal record? I’m listening. Still lives with his ex? Send me his instagram.

This week Tray & J are talking about the red flags that somehow make people MORE attr... more

Can you actually have a happy marriage if you don't even sleep in the same bed? This week, Tracy and Jessica get under the sheets and into the world of sleep divorce.

Is sleeping separately the ultimate marriage hack... or a giant red flag?

And wha... more

The three way is back, b*tchier than ever, and somehow we're all still friends

This week we're getting into the things we NEVER admit in person. Naturally Jess has to take things too far and ask Baddie Daddie the question that could destroy a friend... more

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Recent Guests

Rei Clarke
Reality TV insider and influencer providing up-to-date tea on reality TV
Rei Clarke (TikTok/Instagram presence)
Episode: Reality Check
Alan Waters
Guest joined for discussion and the Forgive Me, Father segment
Independent guest
Episode: The Worst of Us
Becky Hayter
Becky Hayter, on Killer Network with two podcasts (For the Haters and Karma and Chaos), former Teen Mom guest
Killer Network
Episode: Girls Gone Gay
Therapist Nikki
Therapist specializing in power exchange, fetish, and non-monogamy
Pineapple Support (guest expert role)
Episode: Standing On Business 🦶🏼
Susan Bratton
Bestselling author and intimacy expert
Betterlover.com
Episode: Exploring the Cavern
Erica Baggs
Baddie correspondent and pop culture expert
Episode: Bring Out The… OLIVES!
Nerdy Noel
Tech expert and guest for holiday gift recommendations
86 Agency
Episode: Deck The Balls
Keiana Martin
NFL sideline reporter and sports host
Episode: Sunday Funday
Erica Mags
Pop culture correspondent from TikTok
Episode: Pop Culture Coded

Hosts

Tracy DiMarco
Host of Bad Examples with Jessica Romano; long-running host with casual, candid delivery and experience from reality TV background.
Jessica Romano
Co-host driving conversations with blunt humor, boundary-pushing takes, and personal anecdotes.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 3.7k ratings
  • Getting Stale

    Tracy, please stop talking over your guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    stellaXstarrr17
    United States5 months ago
  • baddies are hilarious

    I look forward to every Tuesday with my girls!!! I laugh and cry … love u ladies!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thegentlegiant69
    United States6 months ago
  • let tracy do more

    jess is the “mastermind” but the content is so stale. jess is too rehearsed and uncomfortable behind the mic. really would like tracy to take the lead more. take advice segments, listener q’s, something. a whole episode on feet is crazy.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    benay8
    United States6 months ago
  • Getting Stale

    The s*x stuff is getting so stale… Would love to hear something mature and real-life from these women, such as about motherhood, etc. The vulgarity is getting real old…..

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    stellaXstarrr17
    United States10 months ago
  • Real Girl Ish!

    Thank you for keeping it real and always having the most relatable topics ever!!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Amy Mariee
    United States10 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many listeners praise candid discussions and the pairing of humor with real-life parenting and relationship topics.
Some critiques note the content can feel stale or repetitive and that the hosts over-elaborate or dominate conversations.
Listeners appreciate the hosts' chemistry and humor, often describing it as relatable and entertaining.
A subset of reviews calls for more focused topics or guests and less emphasis on explicit humor.

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Sleep Divorce
Q: How long have you been in your relationship, Ashley, and how did sleep divorce come into play?
Ashley explains they converted about two years into their relationship because they were sleeping separately to reduce nightly disruptions; they built a three-bedroom setup to accommodate individual sleep spaces and maintain intimacy.
Double Life
Q: Were you upset with yourself at all after finding out?
Connie felt a mix of emotions, wondering what she missed, but ultimately believed she was manipulated and that it wasn't her fault.
HoleTox
Q: Is big always better?
Visually, yes, but functionality-wise, there is a point where it can be too much, which makes sex uncomfortable.
HoleTox
Q: How often do you have to get HoleTox?
It's like getting Botox on your face, so you need it every three to four months.
HoleTox
Q: What is HoleTox?
HoleTox is essentially a trademarked name for anal Botox that helps relax the sphincter muscles for easier anal sex.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show blends unapologetic, candid girl-talk with humor and real-life anecdotes around dating, parenting, and modern relationships. Hosts lean into provocative topics, pop culture, and audience input, delivering blunt opinions, boundary-pushing humor, and moments of vulnerability. Episodes frequently mix relationship dynamics, parenting chaos, and spicy takes on culture, creating a recognizable, energetic vibe that appeals to listeners who want a no-holds-barred, relatable conversation with friends. Notably, chemistry between the co-hosts and a drive to keep discussions provocative and entertaining are distinctive hallmarks, though some episodes attract critique for repetition or boundary-testing humor that can feel overstretched to some... more

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2. Alan Waters
3. Becky Hayter
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5. Susan Bratton
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7. Nerdy Noel
8. Keiana Martin

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