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Why Won't You Date Me? with Nicole Byer

Headgum & Nicole Byer
Relationships
Dating
Comedy
Dating Apps
Katrina Davis
Nicole Byer
Parenting
Dating Experiences
Personal Growth
Valentine's Day
Cohabitation
Home Decor
Mental Health
Holiday Gifting
New York
Italy
Chicago
Good Burger
Friendship
Stand-Up Comedy

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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Latest Episodes

Actor Nathan Mitchell (The Boys, Ginny & Georgia) joins Nicole to discuss being in relationship limbo, and why it’s actually great to be on the same page about not being on the same page. He shares the boat date gone horribly wrong when his date air-... more

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Actor and director Danielle Fishel (Boy Meets World, Girl Meets World) joins Nicole for a chat about how it felt to be treated as a "sex symbol" in the 90s before she was even an adult. Danielle talks about the gross public countdowns to her 18th bir... more

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Comedian Drew Droege (Search Party, Bob's Burgers) joins Nicole for a chat about why you should never blow out your own candle in a relationship, the creepy phenomenon of couples who look like twins, and how pop culture's been romanticized abusive re... more

Legendary comedian and actress Kym Whitley (Curb Your Enthusiasm, Young and Hungry) joins Nicole to chat about entering their healthy era. She fixes Nicole's hydration habits, shares easy ways she incorporates exercise into her routine, and they disc... more

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Recent Guests

Nathan Mitchell
Actor known for The Boys (Black Noir) and Ginny & Georgia
Actor
Episode: Astrology's Effect in Relationships (w/ Nathan Mitchell)
Danielle Fishel
Actor, director, and producer known for Boy Meets World and Teen Beat
Actor/Producer
Episode: Life as a 90s Sex Symbol (w/ Danielle Fishel)
Drew Droege
Comedian, actor, and playwright
Guest on episode
Episode: There's a Yelp for BJs (w/ Drew Droege)
Kym Whitley
Legendary comedian and Emmy-nominated actress, guest on the show
Two Funny Mamas / Raisin Whitley
Episode: Our Healthy Era (w/ Kym Whitley)
Fantasia Royale Gaga
Showgirl, drag performer and entertainer known as The Body
DIY Dungeon, OutTV
Episode: Having "The Body" (w/ Fantasia Royale Gaga)
Sapphira Cristál
Opera singer, drag performer, and podcast guest
Self-described artist and performer
Episode: Being a Dom (w/ Sapphira Cristál)
Jasmine Masters
Drag queen known from RuPaul's Drag Race Season 7 and All-Stars 4
Drag Race alum
Episode: Worst Hookup EVER (w/ Jasmine Masters)
Nicholas Scheppard
Comedian, muralist, and drag queen known as Trudy Tective
Very Gay Paint
Episode: The Torture of Working with an Ex (w/ Nicholas Scheppard)
Brooke Candy
Rapper, singer, and songwriter
Host of the podcast Unwrapped
Episode: Rolling Blunts for a Money Launderer (w/ Brooke Candy)

Host

Nicole Byer
Host of the show

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 25.2k ratings
  • Too many ads

    I love this podcast and have been listening for years but over 3+ minutes of ads is a lot.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Concerned Listener 1231
    United States15 days ago
  • Come on queens!!!!!!

    I love the podcast and also love all the queens you have as guests, I think all the drag queens(except Mistress Isabel Brooks ugh😒) seem like fun and amazing people and deserve partners, I hope the ones that don’t have a partner and want one get one and if they have one then I hope they are happy as can be with their partner!💕

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    From_Atlanta_Georgia!
    United Statesa month ago
  • My Favorite Podcast

    Nicole is such a great interviewer. She makes every guest feel listened to , enjoyed and valid. Aside being funny and a fun listen, she treats everyone like they are an a-list star. Never judging, always asking, just a very good person. And anyone that has had struggles with love can relate to this here podcast. 200 stars!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Swelljoshbell
    United States2 months ago
  • "why won't you date me?" or "why won't you drag me?"

    just started listening mid last year and immediately fell in LOVEEEEE, but this recent overload of drag race content (including that sappy, desperate weirdo, ginger) is overWHELMING. i personally can't get into drag race anymore cos it's just a culture of cosplaying Black queer/trans/fem culture at this point, and i cringe at any Black folk who platforms drag race, pretending it hasn't been a constant mocking of us at this point. i'll take a break rather than not support, but please Nicole - you... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    theefirstlover
    United States2 months ago
  • Hilarious

    Makes me laugh out loud if not snort on a regular basis. Such a great podcast. I listen to it on my commute.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tidyed
    Canada3 months ago

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Having "The Body" (w/ Fantasia Royale Gaga)
Q: Would you date me?
Fantasia enthusiastically agrees, signaling openness to dating Nicole in a hypothetical scenario.
Worst Hookup EVER (w/ Jasmine Masters)
Q: What would you say to single people looking for love?
Just go on dates and give people a chance, because even if they're not your perfect match, you can often find friendship or learn more about what you want in a partner.
Worst Hookup EVER (w/ Jasmine Masters)
Q: J Jasmine, what's one of the best dates you've ever been on?
A memorable beach date with a partner who set up a candlelit blanket and made the moment feel special, illustrating how thoughtful, simple gestures can create lasting romantic memories.
The Torture of Working with an Ex (w/ Nicholas Scheppard)
Q: If you meet someone in a year when you are ready to date again, what do you hope to find?
I would like to have a really just awesome time together and to ensure that we both look at ourselves and are open to personal growth.
The Torture of Working with an Ex (w/ Nicholas Scheppard)
Q: What would you do if they were like, Nick, I'm really sorry. I've been lying to you. I hate musical theater and I never want to see a musical again?
The musical theater thing is a non-issue. I don't really need my partner to love it, but I can imagine a way where we make this work even if they don't like live performances.

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Relatable, candid conversations about love, dating, and relationships anchor a witty, high-energy show that blends humor with frank discussions about sex, body image, and queer culture. A steady stream of guests from drag, comedy, design, and activism bring personal anecdotes and practical perspectives on what it means to date, navigate open relationships, and manage public life. The host's sharp humor and empathy help normalize messy realities of modern romance, while episodes often spotlight self-acceptance, friendship, and community as key support systems. A standout trait is the willingness to push boundaries with bold topics and guests who offer diverse lived experiences, making it appealing for listeners who want candid storytelling a... more

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2. Danielle Fishel
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5. Fantasia Royale Gaga
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7. Jasmine Masters
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