Somebody Date Us

It's not goodbye, it's a see ya later! This is the 100th episode of SDU, and the last episode of 2020. The group is all recapping all their favourite memories together, favourite episodes, guests, and some funny stories and experiences from behind the scenes. Tune in now to listen and don't forget to follow SDU at @SomebodyDateUs.

Ho ho ho! Happy holidays! The SDU ladies & Mike are back for another episode, and with the holiday season upon us, they thought it would be fun to chat all things Christmas time. What will their COVID Christmas look like? What was the one gift they always wanted as a kid and never got? What are their goals as we start to look ahead to 2021? Tune in to find out and don't forget to follow SDU on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs. 

Let's talk about sex baby! This week SDU is joined by Lorraine Hewitt, aka CoCo La Creme. Lorraine is an experience sex educator and relationship expert who helps enhance people's sex lives. She also is a pioneering local burlesque artist in Toronto, and is here to deliver all the steamy tips to the SDU listeners. How can we improve our flirting game? What advice does she have for performing a spicy dance for your partner? Tune in now to find out, and don't forget to follow her at @PrincessLoSuperstar, or find her workshops here.

What's it like to date as an older, single woman? This week SDU is joined by a special guest that is going to share all her crazy stories, and answer all our questions about what the dating world looks like for the older (and wiser). Tune in now and don't forget to send your questions for SDU to somebodydateus@gmail.com. 

This week the team is taking a break from talking about romantic relationships and shifting gears to friendships. What do their friend groups look like? How have their friendships changed during the pandemic? And what are some of their fondest memories with their pals. Tune in now to listen and don't forget to send your episode ideas and questions to somebodydateus@gmail.com. 

This week the crew is all catching up on what's been going on in their lives. What's sparking joy? What's pissing them off? They're also playing a little question game. Listen in to get to know the SDU gang better in this weeks episode and don't forget to follow them on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs.

This week the SDU team is joined by Marny Florence, one of the stars from the new Toronto reality series, Love After Lockdown. Love After Lockdown follows three singles (including Marny) on their journey to find love in Toronto, through a series of blind dates. She's here to chat all about her experience on the show and answer all SDU's burning questions. You can catch the new series on YouTube starting Nov. 12th, and apply to be on season 2 here.

If you've been on this journey with SDU since the beginning, you'll know their struggles to find love. Now with all the ladies in relationships, they're going to share what some of the things were that they had to readjust to as their relationship status changed. Tune in now and don't forget to follow SDU on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs.

Spooky season is here and what better way to celebrate than having a psychic-medium join SDU this week? Courtney Taylor, aka "The Modern-Day Psychic", is here to spook us right out. Courtney is a renowned psychic-medium and expert relationship intuitive, who has coached men and women all over the world. Tune in now to see what she has to say about the ladies (and Mike) of SDU.

Would you go the distance for Mr. or Ms. Right (or right now)? This week the SDU ladies and Magic Mike are talking about long distance relationships. Carley is sharing her insights on currently being in one, and the rest of the group are sharing their thoughts, and preconceived notions. What are the pros of dating long distance? What are the cons? Listen now to find out and don't forget to VOTE for SDU in the NOW Toronto's Readers Choice awards. Find them in the "Cityscape" category for "Best Local Podcast" here.

Is age just a number? The SDU crew is discussing that question this week. Have they ever dated younger or older? Or are they now? What are some of the challenges or roadblocks you can hit when dating out of your age bracket? The ladies & Magic Mike are discussing it all. Tune in now and don't forget to VOTE for SDU in the NOW Toronto's Readers Choice awards. Find them in the "Cityscape" category for "Best Local Podcast" here.

This week we are joined by Victoria Muñoz. Victoria is a Registered Psychotherapist at Balanced Mind and Wellness Inc. in Etobicoke. Victoria is joining SDU to chat about mental health ahead of World Mental Health Day on October 10th. This year has been a weird one, and everyone is struggling a little more than normal, so we will be chatting through ways and tips to keep your mental health in-check. P.S. Don't forget to vote for SDU in the Reader's Choice Awards. Find us in the "Cityscape" category for "Best Local Podcast" here.  

Mike, SDU's resident astrology junkie, or what they like to call him, their "Faux-Strologist", has pulled the birth charts for the girls and their partners. Are their stars aligned? Do their astrological signs compliment one another? Or are they destined to fail? Tune in to find out and don't forget to follow SDU on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs.

Pass the catch-up! We were due for a good ol' catch up so we're here to deliver. Is Asal moving to Mexico? What's life like for Carley in a new relationship? Did Lauren survive meeting Arnold's family in Montreal? What have they been watching lately? All your questions answered and more in this week's episode. Oh, and don't forget to follow SDU at @SomebodyDateUs. Got a great story, question, or idea? Email them at somebodydateus@gmail.com. 

This week, SDU is joined by Casia Sobolewski, a holistic sex educator, somatic sex educator, and surrogate partner. Casia is here to share all her knowledge and questions SDU has about how she coaches her clients to deepen their pleasure, enhancing or accessing arousal, and expanding bodily awareness. Get ready, you're bound to learn something in this episode. 

What makes a healthy relationship? This week, SDU is chatting all about the qualities they need and look for in a healthy relationship. What are the things they need in their significant other? How do you know when you're in (or not in) a healthy relationship? Asal, Carley, Lauren, and Mike are covering all that and more this week. Tune in now and don't forget to follow SDU on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs. 

You've probably seen those click-bait articles claiming that 36 questions created by psychologist, Arthur Aron, can make you fall in love. The SDU crew goes through some of these questions to chat about their answers, what they'd want to hear from a date, and if they believe these questions could have them falling in love. Tune in and don't forget to follow SDU at @SomebodyDateUs.

This week SDU has a very special and exciting guest, Lily LaBeau, adult actress, and star of the new, comedic digital series, Cam_Girlfriend. The series explores romance, technology, connectivity, and love through the eyes of a rising cam girl star, played by Lily. Lily takes her own experience in the adult industry to portray her on-screen character, Chloe. Tune in as SDU asks her all the questions from being a real-life cam girl, to playing one on-screen. Oh, and don't forget to follow Lily on Instagram at @LilyLabeau.

Asal, Carley, Lauren, and Mike are discussing some of the interesting things they've watched and read in the world of sex, relationships, and dating lately. From their love for the Netflix series, Love on a Spectrum, to the interesting topic of peeing in the shower with your SO. This episode seriously touches on a wide array of topics. Tune in now and don't forget to follow SDU on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs.

Together at last on the living room floor to record in-person, the SDU crew has reunited for the first time in five months. It's been a hot minute since they've all been in the same room, so in true SDU fashion, they decided to play a good ol' game with some alcoholic beverages. Pour yourself a drink to drink along this week, and don't forget to follow SDU on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs.

Welcome to Fear Factor: SDU Edition. Today the ladies (and Mike) are talking all about what scares them. From creepy crawlers, to the ocean, to the deeper fears in life, SDU is chatting through it all. Tune in now and send a note to SDU with your questions, ideas, or stories, at somebodydateus@gmail.com. 

It's been a hot minute since the SDU crew has done a proper catch up. What's been going on in their lives? What's breaking out of isolation been like? How's dating going? What are they watching lately? They have it all for you in this episode. Tune in now and share your episode ideas with SDU at somebodydateus@gmail.com. 

This week the girls are chatting with Carmelia Ray. Carmelia is an internally acclaimed online dating expert, matchmaker, and TV personality. Carmelia is sitting down with SDU to chat all about how the world of matchmaking works, her tips for online dating, and everything in between. Tune in now and learn more about Carmelia on her website here or by following her on Instagram at @CarmeliaRay.

Engagement parties, wedding showers, gender reveals, oh my! This week the gang is talking all about the endless parties that come along with relationships. How do they feel about these parties? Would they have them themselves? What do the single people out there get to celebrate? Find out in this week's episode and don't forget to send your stories and ideas to SDU at somebodydateus@gmail.com or @SomebodyDateUs on Instagram.

All aboard! The SDU ladies are taking you on a trip around the world as they look into some interesting dating traditions they've found from different parts of the world. From blackening the bride in Scotland, to BO apples in Austria, and log cutting at German weddings, the ladies are diving into some of the most shocking dating traditions in this weeks episode. Tune in now and don't forget to send your episode ideas and stories to somebodydateus@gmail.com. 

Thinking about adding cannabis into the bedroom? Whether you are new to cannabis, curious, or a seasoned user, this week the SDU crew is sitting down with Antuanette Gomez, a leading Canadian woman in the cannabis industry who has a lot to teach us. As the Founder & CEO of Pleasure Peaks, a cannabis brand created to help improve women's sexual health, Antuanette is here to fully school us in all things cannabis. For more on Antuanette, visit her website here, or follow her on Instagram at @AntuanetteG.

The SDU crew is going WAY back to reminisce about their time in high school. Were they popular? What did they look like? Did they enjoy their time in high school? What were their first sexual experiences like? Hint: They may have almost always involved tents. They're throwing it back and spilling the beans, including some cringy stories. Have an idea for a future SDU episode? Shoot a DM to @SomebodyDateUs.

SDU is kickin' it old school in this episode as they throw it back and talk about some old school dating traditions. Have all (or any) of them aged well? Where did those traditions stem from? Listen in and find out! P.S. Have an idea for a future episode? Reach out to SDU on the gram at @SomebodyDateUs. 

He's back! We loved his advice so much last year that we needed to have Carley's Dad, Kenneth, back on SDU just in time for Father's Day. We asked him our (and our listeners) burning questions about life and love, and as he sipped his Caesar he hit us with some awesome advice (alongside countless Dad jokes). Tune in now and follow SDU on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs. 

In the wise words of Ms. Spears: "Don't you know that you're toxic?". This week the SDU ladies are chatting all about toxic relationships. What are some signs that your partner may be toxic (or maybe you're the toxic one)? The ladies are addressing some of the biggest red flags to watch out for and tackling the subject of toxicity. Tune in and don't forget to share your stories with SDU (anonymously) at @SomebodyDateUs or somebodydateus@gmail.com.

This week the SDU have their very first virtual guest, sweet little Bennett is back to give everyone an update on what his life has been like since he first recorded with us last year (Episode 35). How has his life changed since moving out of his small town and heading off to university in the big city? SDU gets all the dirt! Listen now and don't forget to follow SDU on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs.

The SDU crew are fully jumping into the topic of virtual dating this week. What do they think about dating during this "new normal"? Why has Carley & Mike opted out of virtual dating? And what are some of their tips for dating during isolation? Tune in now to listen and submit your virtual dating stories to SDU on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs or at somebodydateus@gmail.com.

The SDU crew talked about what turns them on in last weeks episode, now it's time to talk about what turns them off. Turns out, they could talk about this topic all day long. What does the opposite sex do that makes them want to run far, far away? Find out in this weeks episode. Share your stories with SDU via Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs or shoot SDU an email at somebodydateus@gmail.com

What gets you going? In this weeks episode, the ladies of SDU + Mike are all sharing what turns them on. What do they look for in a partner? What do they like both inside, and outside of the bedroom? What makes them feel sexy and confident? Listen now and don't forget to follow SDU on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs or email them at somebodydateus@gmail.com. 

When you first start dating someone new, there are so many milestones. Like the first time you have sex, or your first sleepover when they see you for the first time in sweats and no makeup. As you grow closer, you get more and more comfortable, which opens up another can of worms. When or is there ever a good time to fart or burp in front of your partner? Is there such things as becoming TOO comfortable? SDU is chatting all about it in this weeks episode. P.S. make sure to follow them on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs.

Let's get spicy! Being cooped up inside for weeks on end can be hard on anyone's love life, whether you are in a long-term relationship, casually dating, or single. In this episode, the SDU gang is chatting all about how you can keep things spicy while in isolation. Tune in to hear their tips and share yours with them on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs.

In the very first remotely recorded episode of SDU, the ladies (and Mike) are chatting about what it's been like to be stuck at home social distancing for the last few weeks. How have they found the adjustment? What's it been like being in a relationship during this time for Asal & Lauren? Have Mike & Carley tried virtual dating yet? Tune in to find out and don't forget to follow SDU on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs!

Happy April Fools Day! To go along with the theme of the day, SDU is talking about all things related to mind games, trickery, and of course, some of their best pranks they've ever pulled on someone. Watch your back today and don't forget to follow SDU on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs.

Anyone else feeling extremely burnt out from swiping left and right non-stop without any luck? Feeling frustrated and defeated that after all the first dates and swiping, you still haven't found someone bearable enough to date? The ladies of SDU are talking all about dating burn out, because it is real. What are their tips for getting through it? How do you stay positive even when you want to toss your phone out the window? Listen now to find out, and don't forget to follow SDU on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs.

The SDU gang is getting vulnerable this episode as they chat about their insecurities. What is holding them back in dating, in their relationships, and just life in general? Whether it's about our physical appearance, or something internal we're struggling with, the ladies (and Mike) are opening up about theirs to show you that we're really not all that different. Tune in now and make sure to follow Somebody Date Us on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs.  

We all grew up watching fairy tales on TV, but did these have a way of shaping our perceptions on the real world? In this episode the ladies of SDU are diving into movies, TV, influencers, and social media, and how it's all played (or hasn't played) a role in their perception of love and relationships. They'll be talking about some of the f*cked up lessons and meanings behind their favourite fairy tales and movies, if the world of social media has influenced their love lives in any way, and if the real reason they've had such a struggle finding love is because they are waiting for their Noah to their Allie. Tune in now and don't forget to follow SDU on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs or email them at somebodydateus@gmail.com. 

Opps! The SDU ladies got a little (okay, a lot) tipsy while recording this weeks episode and it kind of went downhill. In this episode the ladies are quite literally bouncing all over the place. Carley is talking about what she's been Netflixing lately, Lauren is sharing an interesting dating term she recently learned, and the whole gang is playing a little game of "Never Have I Ever". We apologize in advance for this hot mess of a drunken episode. Cheers and make sure to follow SDU on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs. 

Almost everyone (whether they like to admit it or not) has watched or watches porn regularly. However, how often do you really stop and think about the people that are on the other side of the screen as we jerk off to them? In this episode, SDU has Samantha Jones, an adult entertainer from Toronto, joining them to chat all about the ins and outs of the industry. What's this profession really like? What is dating like? What is the biggest misconception people have? Tune in now and don't forget to follow SDU on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs.

First dates can be rough, they can be awkward, they can have you wanting to be alone forever. However, we gotta go through them to find someone. So what do you do when the conversation is stale? What if you're introverted and don't know what to talk about? The SDU crew has got your back. In this episode they are talking all about what to talk about (and not talk about) on a first date. Tune in and submit your crazy first date stories to somebodydateus@gmail.com. 

Valentine's Day is soooooo out and being single is in! Why do people make being single out to be so bad? The SDU crew thinks it can be pretty great. In this episode, they're talking all about the pros of being single and how to keep your chin up when a lame day like Valentine's Day sneaks up to remind you about your relationship status. Tune in and don't forget to follow SDU on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs.

Why didn't things work out with past people we've dated? What are some of the reasons we've been dumped or the dumpee? In this episode, SDU is diving deep into their previous relationships or dating adventures to share their experiences and what they've learned over the years of dating guys that "just weren't the one". Don't forget to follow SDU at @SomebodyDateUs and send us your thoughts, stories & questions to somebodydateus@gmail.com.

It's been awhile and we've entered a new decade, that means that it's time for a solid update on what's been happening in the lives of the SDU co-hosts. Has JB & Asal exchanged the "L" word yet? Whatever happened to the guy Lauren was hanging out with before the holidays? What's Carley & Mike been up to? Tune in now and as always, don't forget to follow SDU on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs or send us an email at somebodydateus@gmail.com. We love to hear from you! 

This week the ladies of SDU & Mike are talking to a Breakup Coach, Natalia Juarez. After going through one hell of a break-up in her early 30's, Natalia decided to help others get through a break-up, whether as the dumper or the dumpee. We're learning all about what it's like to work with a Breakup Coach, and the science behind getting over the heartbreak. You can learn more about Natalia on her website lovistics.com or her Instagram at @TheBreakupCoach. 

We’ve all heard of girl code or guy code before. That unspoken pact between your friends that you must obey or risk getting kicked to the curb. Carley, Lauren, Asal & Mike are talking all about what the girl/guy code looks like for them, and what are absolute deal breakers in their friend circles. Have they had friends break the code? Find out in this week’s episode and follow SDU on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs.

Happy New Year! Woah, here we are celebrating our one year anniversary and a brand new year. In this week's episode the SDU ladies are talking about their plans and goals for 2020. Do they have any resolutions? Whatever happened to the resolutions they made last year on the podcast? On top of all that, they are all turning (or turned) 30 this year and feel old as shit. Listen to this week’s episode and follow SDU on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs.

It seems like just yesterday SDU was born and we launched our very first episode, and now here we are, 50 episodes deep. To end the year, the SDU gang are recapping the last year and some of their favourite (and least favourite) episodes. Don’t forget, if you liked what you’ve been listening to in 2019, leave a review for us, and follow us on Instagram at @SomebodyDateUs. New episodes will relaunch on January 8th 2020!