Blind Dating

After striking out in three long-distance relationships in a row, 25-year-old Mcfredy is looking for some low-stakes fun. He meets two confident New Yorkers who dive into everything from go-to karaoke songs to astrological compatibility. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With another shot at making a match, Brandon finds himself chatting with Kelsey, 28, and Monece, 32. His positive vibes make it easy for the conversation to flow and the secrets to come out — but will it be enough to spark chemistry with this middle school science teacher, or turn the heat up with this pie business owner? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can Mason make up his New York state of mind in time to find the Big Apple of his eye?? He meets Menaka, 32, an events director with a passion for poetry, and Anaya, 25, a bartender who one day hopes to hit a (literal) bullseye. Hail a cab and grab a slice — this is one episode you won't fuhgeddabout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The twists do not stop coming this week! Rachel, 27, is a dancer from California looking for someone who's active and outdoorsy. She meets Wilson, 27, an NBA YouTuber, and Ryan, 34, an actor and illustrator. As they get candid about text regrets, bagels, and love languages, Rachel has a feeling she's met one of them before — and before it's all over, a leap of faith is taken, and a decision gets reversed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kiana is training to be a professional dancer and wants to find somebody who can equal her energy. She chats with Anthony, a car salesman looking to turn his hobbies into a career, and Alies, a music producer who is good at making friends and likes to dress up his cat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

23-year-old Austin has just gotten out of a TEN YEAR relationship, so naturally he's ready to party. He meets Rebecca and Ailen, who have plenty of dating horror stories to go around for the three of them. They make small talk before swimming into the deep end to chat about family, past relationships, and what they're really looking for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jon is a writer who's been told he's “intense.” Brandon is a motivational speaker who likes to “keep it GQ.” It's round two of Blind Dating for comedian Aubrey, and she's hoping for a better match this go-around. Will she find it, or is she only in for a few new LinkedIn connections?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aubrey loves to channel old Hollywood glam, Emerson's *really* into peaches, and someone better keep the butter knives away from Scarlett. This group has come prepared to flirt — and they're not being subtle about it. Is Emerson ready to be Aubrey's Fred Astaire, or will it be Scarlett who makes the cut? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Freestyle raps, celebrity impressions, secrets kept from parents… Today’s daters are stepping way outside their comfort zones to embrace fun and show their true colors. In the driver’s seat is Austin, 27, who’d like his dating apps to collect dust. He meets Yessi, 28, and Julia, 29 — two women who’ve been all around the world, and are now looking for someone to make them feel right at home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Christopher, 21, hits it off with Delilah and Dayanna as they bond over cringey (and fringey) regrets, define love, and share #relationshipgoals. As the talk winds down and the time to decide approaches, Christopher realizes he’s stuck with a classic dating dilemma: Choose a person who’s similar to you, or go with your total opposite? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juni is a “fixer” in relationships, but maybe some things just can’t be changed. Will Miles ever stop having his recurring nightmare with a cartoon villain? Could Dueal ever give up his favorite food for Juni, who passionately hates it? The people (and Juni) need to know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

36-year-old Sam is in for a howling good time with Quinn, 34, a tennis instructor with an incredible dating motto, and Antonio, 25, an actor and self-described party animal who wants to settle down. They all hit it off, but Sam has to decide if he’ll live by Quinn’s motto, or run wild with Antonio…  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Raj, 34, is an audio engineer who loves game nights and grilling. Ivan, 27, is more of a 3-piece suits and martial arts kind of guy. They’re both looking to impress Aria, a multilingual, motorcycle-riding Fulbright scholar looking to break her six-year dating dry spell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s an actor’s roundtable as Connor, 23, gets to know Madison and Bleu — two New York transplants who are now perfecting their lines in LA. They answer questions about everything from life goals to broken bones, and Connor starts to find his onscreen chemistry with one leading lady… but will she choose him, too? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking to change his disastrous dating life, John, 28, chats with entrepreneurial Tiffany, who goes by the nickname Hott Kitty Cat, and Sydney, a foodie who wants a true partner — not someone who “wears the pants.” Will Sydney prove to be John's missing ingredient, or will Tiffany claw her way to the top of his heart? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Solomon, 26, whose parents perform exorcisms, is looking for someone he won’t want to expel from his life. He brings his own questions about God, flaws, and the Kardashians to the table as he talks with Deven and Ailyn, two women in their twenties who are in for an illuminating conversation! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Creepypastas, frightful TikToks, online horror stories… Loey Lane and Eleanor Barnes are taking you into the spookiest corners of the web in their new Spotify Original from Parcast, Internet Urban Legends. Meet the hosts and hear their debut episode on the Watcher House — a terrifying saga that unfolded in 2014 after the Broaddus family bought their dream home in New Jersey. Listen free on Spotify, and follow Internet Urban Legends for new episodes every Tuesday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Midwestern musician Michael, 35, talks spas, sports games, and strawberry allergies with Tricia, 29, a health coach with a worldly dating profile, and Samantha, 28, a personal trainer from small-town Jersey with big-city dreams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

32-year-old Howard is looking for a loving, caring woman who can be supportive of his big dreams. Could it be Sharonda, 32, a thrill-seeking stuntwoman who wants to find somebody active and ambitious? Or Chenai, 31, a “jack-of-all-trades” who is looking for someone adventurous and open to trying new things? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the newest Parcast Original from Spotify, comedians and best friends Benito Skinner and Mary Beth Barone discuss all the trends, scandals, pop culture icons and personal stories they can’t shake from their minds. And they have a lot to cover! Listen to their debut episode right here, where Mary Beth shares her top 5 most iconic SNL musical performances and Benito shares how he got the “thank u, next” treatment from pop superstar Ariana Grande (and why he’s the opposite of mad about it). Then follow Obsessed for new episodes every Monday, free on Spotify! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An iconic exit from a bad date, comfort TV that always delivers, and bucket list-topping destinations… Chris, 28, covers it all with Jacob, 18, a composer who knows his way around a piano, and Jonathan, 33, an actor who’s tired of kissing frogs.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You’ve heard the rumors. Trembled at the tales. Maybe even have some stories of your own… on what it’s like to enter adulthood. In the newest Spotify Original from Parcast, best friends and performers Teala Dunn and Nia Sioux compare notes on their first forays into the magical world of independence and responsibility — where mistakes are made and naps are taken, frequently. Listen here to Episode 1: Getting Through A Breakup for details of their most memorable splits, and (better) ways to bounce back after a relationship ends. Then search and follow “Adulting” to catch new episodes every Wednesday, free on Spotify! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former military kid Sam, 20, is ready to stop moving around and start making moves. He meets Andrew, 25, and Coda, 22 — two Midwestern Geminis who’ve had their share of hookups and heartbreak, and are willing to take a risk for a real chance at love.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jessica: Going In For The Rebound  With a cheating ex in her past, 28-year-old Jessica is ready to meet a guy who’ll treat her right! Will it be Jordan, a teacher’s assistant who has trouble locking down first dates? Or Logan, an actor who’s always been first to call it quits in a relationship…? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Time stops for 22-year-old content creator Sonia as she meets “lioness of love” Yuki and a teacher’s aide named Terence. Can they create a spark out of thin air? Or will their chances of dating Sonia simply cease to exist? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After two years of singlehood, 25-year-old Sydney chats with two guys who take very different approaches to winning her over. Will Georgie’s heavy-hitting charm do the trick, or will Waleed’s self-deprecating sense of humor make him a serious contender? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Three world travelers get personal as they talk about their wildest adventures and what it’s like to date them. 26-year-old Sofia is in the driver’s seat as she connects with Colton, 29, a Sofia Coppola-loving surfer, and Wade, 27, a Stanford grad with an epic side project. 

Guess who’s back?! 23-year-old George takes another dip into the virtual dating scene to meet Michael, 29, who reveals a certified icebreaker for a first date, and multi-talented Kit, 31, who knows all the best ways to let loose. Will this “super indecisive” Libra finally find his knight in shining armor?

His fridge may be empty, but that doesn’t mean 24-year-old Marsalis has nothing to offer… The actor puts on his best show for Jasmine, 28, a singer and actress who’s studying to be an herbalist, and Sydney, 25, a triplet with a degree in counterterrorism. Once the cameras are turned on, will he leave with a full heart… or be left with his empty fridge?

There’s spontaneous, and then there’s taking off to Tijuana for 3 days because you wanted tacos. 22-year-old Gabe knows that good things don’t happen by sitting on the sidelines. He jumps into a virtual hangout with Grace, 20, who’s breaking into the entertainment industry in a big way, and Raleigh, 20, a Hawaii-born entrepreneur with a surprising hobby.

His dating past is full of situationships that never quite got off the runway… But 22-year-old Francis isn’t giving up on love just yet. He meets Ariel, 21, a psych student who’s serious about settling down, and Ripley, 21, a “granola” adventurer looking for a guy whose lust for life can match her own.

28-year-old Mai is living the 9-to-5 life in software sales, but in her free time she’s as adventurous as it gets — and that includes her dating life. She meets “Turkish delight” Levent, 24, and “lovable bear” Billy, 31, in a virtual chat in hopes of finding a sweet, genuine, romantic connection. 

Shane, 30, is a live-music lover who gives off “nature vibes” and likes to troll bots on Scruff. Isaiah, 23, has only ever been exclusive with girls — but he’s hoping that won’t stay the case for long. Will songwriter Louis, 28, get luckier in his second chance at true connection? Or is he bound to repeat the fizzle of his first round? 

Which of these songwriting LA transplants will Adrian, 23, choose for a socially distant date? 23-year-old George is a “10/10 full fantasy” who’s looking for a gem, not a rhinestone. 28-year-old Louis hails from Queens, NY and doesn’t have a type — but he’s open to anyone with good energy. Adrian wants a guy who will get to know the real him… But is he about to end up with more than he bargains for? 

27-year-old Keenan is a “nerdy” illustrator from Massachusetts who’s done falling in love with straight guys. He meets filmmaker Noah, the son of two pastors from small-town Georgia, and entrepreneurial Drew, who uprooted from Texas to act, produce and direct. They share laughs and surprising similarities, but Keenan can only move forward with one... 

26-year-old Cody bonds over the benefits of cold showers and vegan food with Rocio, a songwriter with a passion for poetry. But is it opposites that truly attract? He finds out with Molly, a dancer who loves dessert and is tired of third-wheeling it.  Put down the dating apps, and join the fun of Blind Dating! Email blinddatingcasting@gmail.com and tell us why you’re ready to meet your match for a chance to be on the show.

27-year-old Gabriella is looking for a spontaneous Southern gentleman. She meets Tony, 31, a stunt performer who’s no stranger to skydiving dates, and Andres, 26, an insurance pro with wanderlust. They bond over real estate, reveal ideal superpowers, and double down on deal breakers, before Gabriella faces a make-or-break decision…    Put down the dating apps, and join the fun of Blind Dating! Email blinddatingcasting@gmail.com and tell us why you’re ready to meet your match for a chance to be on the show.

After moving to the U.S. from Australia to be with someone, 33-year-old Pauler now finds himself single. He hops on a virtual hangout to meet Kendra, 27, a tutor who falls for mama’s boys, and Lyla, 29, a one-time swinger who’s “lived and learned” in the city of situationships.  Put down the dating apps, and join the fun of Blind Dating! Email blinddatingcasting@gmail.com and tell us why you’re ready to meet your match for a chance to be on the show.

With a dating past marked with tragedy, 24-year-old Natalia is taking nothing for granted. She’s looking for a goal-oriented guy with an edgy sense of humor… Will she find it in Ryan, 24, a gamer looking to take the adventure offline? Or will Bennett, 25, an open-minded jacuzzi-enthusiast who knows what he wants win the date? Put down the dating apps, and join the fun of Blind Dating! Email blinddatingcasting@gmail.com and tell us why you’re ready to meet your match for a chance to be on the show.

After 6 years of singlehood, this 27-year-old Southern-Midwestern boy is ready to find his guy! Evan’s looking for a feminine man who’s not afraid to be fabulous. He meets Cody, a quick-witted optimist who used to strip, and Elijah, a dancer whose heart’s just been broken. As they talk turn-ons and deal breakers, Evan inches closer to meeting his match…  Put down the dating apps, and join the fun of Blind Dating! Email blinddatingcasting@gmail.com and tell us why you’re ready to meet your match for a chance to be on the show.

A vegan foodie with a nose fetish. A Star-Wars-loving writer saying “nope” to heteronormativity. Who will 29-year-old actor Robbie choose? And when the cameras are turned on, will they choose him back?  Put down the dating apps, and join the fun of Blind Dating! Email blinddatingcasting@gmail.com and tell us why you’re ready to meet your match for a chance to be on the show.

Things get astrological when one contestant throws shade at Scorpios. Will Christian’s zodiac sign spell disaster before the games have even begun? Or will the 25-year-old teacher stand a chance with Shay, 21, a dancer from Maui, or Megan, 21, a health science student and model?  Put down the dating apps, and join the fun of Blind Dating! Email blinddatingcasting@gmail.com and tell us why you’re ready to meet your match for a chance to be on the show.

22-year-old Tia meets polyamorous investor Shane and Zimbabwe-born musician Heaven, who start to develop a little bromance of their own. Then Tia starts to realize… she’s met one of them before! And when the universe speaks, she listens. Put down the dating apps, and join the fun of Blind Dating! Email blinddatingcasting@gmail.com and tell us why you’re ready to meet your match for a chance to be on the show.

It’s round two for Julian, who turned down a date with NBA dancer Shade for another shot at love. Will the stars align for him and Destiny, a student and new plant mom who’s into transparency? Or will he open a new chapter with Paige, a TA who’s no stranger to truly outrageous dates?  Put down the dating apps, and join the fun of Blind Dating! Email blinddatingcasting@gmail.com and tell us why you’re ready to meet your match for a chance to be on the show.

Her friends call her a serial dater, but 27-year-old Laura is just looking for a connection. She meets laidback Taylor, 30, and joker Robert, 32. After playing games in a virtual hangout, Laura chooses her match… But is she about to experience dater’s remorse?  

25-year-old Shade is looking for commitment, and she’s willing to play a few games to find it. Joining her in a voice-only virtual hangout are adventurous Julian and comedy-loving Jesse, who compete to be Shade’s next love interest. After a revealing round of “This or That” and “Two Truths and a Lie,” Shade is ready to choose her star player… But when the cameras turn on, is it a slam dunk… or a slow fizzle? If you'd like to participate, email blinddatingcasting@gmail.com and tell us why you want to be on Blind Dating!

He’s a “nerdy” illustrator from Massachusetts who’s done falling in love with straight guys. With openness and excitement, 27-year-old Keenan meets his matches: filmmaker Noah, the son of two pastors from small-town Georgia, and entrepreneurial Drew, who uprooted from Texas to act, produce and direct. They share laughs and surprising similarities, but Keenan can only move forward with one. Who will it be?

After a two-year dating hiatus, Gavin, a 25-year-old actor and bouncer, is ready to give dating another go. He meets two strangers in a voice-only virtual hangout: Rylee, 22, a fun-loving executive assistant, and Camille, 21, a passionate cosmetologist. They open up about types, turn-offs, and go-to pick-up lines. But when the cards are all on the table, has Gavin truly met his match? 

Can you meet the love of your life doing a socially distanced podcast in your living room? There’s only one way to find out. Every Wednesday, join host Tara Michelle as she introduces one hopeful single to two strangers in a voice-only call. Our single picks their match based on the attractiveness of their voice and words. But when the cameras are turned on, the new couple faces a plot twist. Is their connection enough to withstand it? Blind Dating is a Spotify Original from Parcast, premiering September 30th. New episodes air every Wednesday. Listen to Blind Dating free on Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts!