How To Show Interest Without Looking Desperate (Or Creepy) You Single? podcast

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Send us a text This special BELATED Mother’s Day edition of Midlife Uncensored is a raw, hilarious, and moving celebration of modern motherhood. With Poppy out, E holds down the fort alongside two incredible guests—Sasha and Maura—who get real about what it’s like to become a mom today. From handprint crafts and potty-training fails to fertility struggles, miscarriages, and the mental load no one warns you about, they cover it all. This episode dives into the unfiltered truths of IVF, pregnancy loss, people-pleasing parenting, the invisible labor of motherhood, and why no one should ever assume you’re pregnant just because you passed on the wine. Whether you're a mom, thinking about motherhood, or just want to better understand the weight (and beauty) of it all, this one is full of heart, laughs, and truth bombs. Happy Mother’s Day to the strong, tired, emotionally evolving moms out there—we see you. How to Engage with Us DM us on Instagram yousinglepod Follow Joel on IG jpoppert Follow Emanuela on IG emanuela5683 or accountability_with_e Thanks for joining the Owning Alone community, I certainly appreciate you!…

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Planned Breakups, Sex Positivity, and the Modern Dating Circus (feat. Jill & Katie) 1:11:13

22 days ago1:11:13

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Send us a text What happens when your breakup has a calendar date? In this raw, hilarious, and unfiltered episode, Poppy and E are joined by guests Jill and Katie for a roundtable on dating in your 30s and 40s—where planned goodbyes, casual hookups, deep friendships, and honest conversations about sex and expectations collide. From the heartbreak of wanting different things to the thrill of “just getting laid last night,” this episode dives into the messy, beautiful, contradictory truths of modern dating. Plus, we talk love bombs, sex drives, orgasms (or lack thereof), friends with benefits, and why some of us are absolutely thriving in the chaos. This is one you won’t want to miss. How to Engage with Us DM us on Instagram yousinglepod Follow Joel on IG jpoppert Follow Emanuela on IG emanuela5683 or accountability_with_e Thanks for joining the Owning Alone community, I certainly appreciate you!…

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Molly Higgins and Gary Steadman are Why Modern Dating Is Exhausting! 54:56

6 weeks ago54:56

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Send us a text In this episode of You Single? Let’s Mingle , Joel and E unpack the chaos of modern dating with a real-life story you won’t believe: a woman who ghosted Joel not once, but twice, suddenly resurfaces months later with a heartfelt—and wildly overthought—text asking for another chance… and dinner. From that emotional boomerang, the conversation opens up to bigger questions: Why do we overthink dating? Are we more intolerant now? Is dating app burnout killing real connection? And why do we keep chasing people who don’t know what they want? It’s brutally honest, occasionally ridiculous, and painfully relatable. Plus, they close with a light-hearted question that takes things from ghosting to what you’d do with $100 million. How to Engage with Us DM us on Instagram yousinglepod Follow Joel on IG jpoppert Follow Emanuela on IG emanuela5683 or accountability_with_e Thanks for joining the Owning Alone community, I certainly appreciate you!…

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How to Show Interest Without Looking Desperate (Or Creepy) 46:50

8 weeks ago46:50

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Send us a text In this episode, Joel and E keep it real and hilariously awkward as they unravel the mystery of how people show (or fail to show) romantic interest. From giggles over feet pics and Wisconsin dairy propaganda to dating psychology and the art of giving your number without looking like a weirdo, they touch on it all. The duo gets into: Why Mondays suck and feet pics might be a hustle. Subtle signs of interest like eye contact, body language, and leaning in. Why giving your number is bold—but also confusing. How the apps give false confidence vs. real-world encounters. The truth about men: fragile egos, fear of rejection, and needing clear signals. How women might be better off being just a little more direct. Real-world flirting vs. app strategy. New merch ideas, podcast business cards, and the genius idea of setting up “You Single?” yard signs in the park. They wrap with a challenge for everyone: ditch the gray zone, embrace rejection, and make the first move if you feel the vibe. How to Engage with Us DM us on Instagram yousinglepod Follow Joel on IG jpoppert Follow Emanuela on IG emanuela5683 or accountability_with_e Thanks for joining the Owning Alone community, I certainly appreciate you!…

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The Hangover Edition: Were We Really Double Fisting High Noon's Last Night? 33:43

10 weeks ago33:43

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Send us a text Still reeling from a wild Two Birds Fit March Madness pub crawl, your favorite friendly Sasquatch and E dive into dating app disasters, Poppy meets another sasquatch in the wild, and the fine art of mingling. There’s wine. There’s wisdom. There’s a vending machine full of questionable choices. Buckle up for this hungover-but-hilarious ride through real-life dating, event recaps, and future podcast shenanigans. How to Engage with Us DM us on Instagram yousinglepod Follow Joel on IG jpoppert Follow Emanuela on IG emanuela5683 or accountability_with_e Thanks for joining the Owning Alone community, I certainly appreciate you!…

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Floodlighting and How We Make Up "Conditions" to Avoid Dating Defeat, plus Cougar Confessions 48:19

12 weeks ago48:19

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Send us a text Buckle up, because this episode of You Single? is an absolute rollercoaster. Your favorite friendly Sasquatch, Poppy, and his fiery co-host E are back with a mix of hilarity, unfiltered opinions, and a whole lot of hot takes on modern dating. From volunteering at the Food Bank (where Poppy might have found his next crush, except she is a teacher) to getting hit by a golf ball at a PGA tournament, this episode is packed with stories. But the real debate? Are we all overanalyzing dating? The duo dives into the new dating term floodlighting (is oversharing manipulation or just being real?), how people are constantly looking for reasons NOT to date, and why we need to stop diagnosing every failed date like a medical condition. Also in this episode: ⛳️ Dating at the golf course—good idea or bad idea? 🔥 Should Poppy apply for Love is Blind ? 👀 Why people don’t update their dating profile photos—and does that make them a catfish? 🤯 The most cringe breakup story from the U Up? podcast that had Poppy screaming. 🥂 March Madness dating events—who’s coming to be our wingman? 🐆 Cougar Hunting —Poppy’s past adventures & E's got another generation pursuing her. 🥂 Two Birds Fit March Madness March 22 —who’s joining us, singles and wing people? It’s unfiltered, it’s real, and it’s definitely not sugarcoated. If you’re single… let’s mingle! 🎤💥 How to Engage with Us DM us on Instagram yousinglepod Follow Joel on IG jpoppert Follow Emanuela on IG emanuela5683 or accountability_with_e Thanks for joining the Owning Alone community, I certainly appreciate you!…

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New Name, Same Chaos: Welcome to You Single? 49:09

13 weeks ago49:09

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Send us a text We’ve rebranded… again. Welcome to You Single? , where your favorite friendly Sasquatch, Joel Poppert, and the fiery and fabulous Emanuela Messineo (aka E) navigate the wild world of single life after 30. In this first official episode, we talk about why we’re ditching The Love Laugh Lounge for a fresh start, how You Single? fits into our podcast universe, and why we’re leaning all the way into middle-aged dorkiness. We also brainstorm questionable t-shirt ideas, discuss why dating apps feel broken, and plot ways to meet more single people IRL—spoiler: it involves yard signs and possibly mustaches. Plus, E shares highlights from her birthday trip to Mexico, and we both admit that we have no idea how Apple Podcasts actually works. It’s unfiltered, unscripted, and exactly the kind of ridiculousness you’d expect. So, are you single? Let’s mingle. How to Engage with Us DM us on Instagram yousinglepod Follow Joel on IG jpoppert Follow Emanuela on IG emanuela5683 or accountability_with_e Thanks for joining the Owning Alone community, I certainly appreciate you!…

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Another One Bites the Dust: The Dating Struggle Continues 41:57

15 weeks ago41:57

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Send us a text Dating in midlife is a trip, and in this episode of Midlife Uncensored , we’re unpacking yet another fresh dose of rejection. E shares her latest “I got dumped” moment—because nothing says modern dating like a sudden “let’s just be friends” call right before a planned date. Meanwhile, Joel and E dive into the bigger question: why does dating feel like an endless cycle of excitement, letdown, and back to the drawing board? But don’t worry, we’ve got solutions. Kind of. Joel pitches a revolutionary new dating strategy: custom T-shirts that say, “If you’re single, stop me and say hi.” Will this be the game-changer dating needs, or just a one-way ticket to public embarrassment? Either way, we’re making them. Also in this episode: Why dating apps might be making people less willing to commit The paradox of choice and why everyone is “just not feeling it” Where single people actually hang out (and why we can’t seem to find them) Why taking a break from dating isn’t giving up—it’s just survival With only one more episode left in the season, we’re keeping it real, airing our grievances, and reminding ourselves that we’re all in this ridiculous dating game together. Subscribe, follow, and send us your best “I got dumped” stories—we could all use the validation. How to Engage with Us DM us on Instagram yousinglepod Follow Joel on IG jpoppert Follow Emanuela on IG emanuela5683 or accountability_with_e Thanks for joining the Owning Alone community, I certainly appreciate you!…

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Ditch the Apps & Break a Sweat: Dating IRL with Two Birds Fit's Karen Richards 49:39

16 weeks ago49:39

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Send us a text Forget awkward small talk and endless swiping—what if finding love was as easy as working out in the park or running into someone (literally) at the grocery store? This week, Poppy and E sit down with Karen Richards , the mastermind behind Two Birds Fit , a unique speed-dating-meets-fitness community in Denver. From speed-dating walks to singles mixers, Karen shares how her passion for fitness, matchmaking, and social connection led to a movement that’s getting people off the apps and into real-life connections. They talk about the challenges of balancing gender ratios, the surprising success stories, and why every man in Denver needs to sign up, particularly the 50+ crowd . Poppy, E, and Karen also brainstorm the ultimate way to recruit singles—by running around town yelling, “Are you single?” (We’re serious. This is happening.) Plus, the gang dives into the psychology of attraction, grocery store dating strategies, and whether Joel should just start wearing his gold tracksuit everywhere . If you’re over dating apps and ready to meet someone in the real world, this episode is your sign! Follow Two Birds Fit on Instagram and Facebook. Sign up for an event today at their website below! IG: @twobirdsfit Website: twobirdsfit.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/TwoBirdsFit How to Engage with Us DM us on Instagram yousinglepod Follow Joel on IG jpoppert Follow Emanuela on IG emanuela5683 or accountability_with_e Thanks for joining the Owning Alone community, I certainly appreciate you!…

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The Conversations that Divide Us: Egos, Politics, Religion, Gender Roles 1:11:49

17 weeks ago1:11:49

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Send us a text Welcome to episode 49 of Midlife Uncensored ! We’re nearly a year into this wild ride, and for this episode, we’re bringing back one of our favorite guests, Uche, for a no-filter conversation that started with the male ego… but went off the rails and way deeper than any of us expected. We dive into everything from the shifting dynamics between men and women, the confusion around traditional roles, the impact of social media on relationships, and the ripple effects of ego—both fragile and inflated. We touch on dating, chivalry, modern masculinity, and how society's extremes are pushing men and women further apart. Of course, it wouldn’t be Midlife Uncensored without some hilarious detours into booty hole maintenance, political rants and to top it off a discussion about religion. This one’s raw, real, and packed with the kind of unfiltered truth that makes Midlife Uncensored what it is. So grab a drink, brace yourself, and jump into this epic discussion that might just challenge the way you think about relationships, respect, and the fine line between confidence and arrogance. We certainly went off the rails in this episode and enjoyed every minute of it! And don’t forget to subscribe, follow us on Instagram @midlifeuncensored, and slide into our DMs with your thoughts (or just to tell us how much you love Poppy’s beard). How to Engage with Us DM us on Instagram yousinglepod Follow Joel on IG jpoppert Follow Emanuela on IG emanuela5683 or accountability_with_e Thanks for joining the Owning Alone community, I certainly appreciate you!…

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The Love Laugh Lounge Takes on Dating Apps (Again) 57:26

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Send us a text Welcome back to The Love Laugh Lounge —the Festivus of Dating , where we air our grievances, roast our own love lives, and dish out completely unqualified advice. In this episode, Poppy and E dive deep into the world of online dating—again—because let’s face it, the apps are the gift that keeps on giving… headaches. From Hinge's hidden inbox mysteries to the oddly specific clichés in women’s profiles (why does everyone love clean sheets and sushi?), we’re unpacking the weird, the frustrating, and the occasionally hilarious reality of modern dating. We discuss: The art of the non-date first date (yes, coffee is fine, get over it). Why your dating profile probably needs a revamp. The real reason you’re getting ghosted (hint: it's not that deep). How dating apps have basically become another form of social media. And of course, the mandatory roasting of our own dating habits. Oh, and we may or may not be scheming a completely absurd dating profile experiment just for fun. So grab a drink, swipe responsibly, and join us for another round of unfiltered dating chaos. 📌 Follow us on Instagram @midlifeuncensored, DM us your best (or worst) dating stories, and don’t forget to rate and subscribe—because validation from strangers on the internet is almost as satisfying as a good first date. How to Engage with Us DM us on Instagram yousinglepod Follow Joel on IG jpoppert Follow Emanuela on IG emanuela5683 or accountability_with_e Thanks for joining the Owning Alone community, I certainly appreciate you!…

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From Italy to NyQuil Dreams: Banter and Big Changes 39:27

21 weeks ago39:27

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Send us a text In this lively and raw episode of Midlife Uncensored , Poppy and E dive into the chaos of midlife reflections, recent adventures, and hilarious tangents. From recapping their year in podcasting to tales of E's Italian escapades (including a stolen phone and a fabulous fur coat), this episode is equal parts heart and humor. They explore how aging changes hobbies, travel preferences, and social priorities, with plenty of laugh-out-loud moments along the way. Poppy even recounts a bizarre NyQuil-fueled dream about E crashing a school bus into a Denver trench—dream analysis, anyone? The duo also teases exciting updates for the podcast in 2025, including a focus on guests and structured content while keeping their signature banter alive. Tune in for candid reflections, relatable stories, and the perfect mix of wit and WTF moments. How to Engage with Us DM us on Instagram yousinglepod Follow Joel on IG jpoppert Follow Emanuela on IG emanuela5683 or accountability_with_e Thanks for joining the Owning Alone community, I certainly appreciate you!…

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Goals, Giggles, and Casa Bonita: Planning for 2025 38:16

24 weeks ago38:16

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Send us a text In this candid and humorous episode of Midlife Uncensored , Poppy and E dive into their personal goals for 2025—ranging from serious entrepreneurial pursuits to quirky bucket-list items (hello, Casa Bonita!). From formal goal-setting techniques and masterclasses to the chaotic beauty of juggling a million ideas at once, this episode is equal parts motivational and wildly relatable. Expect unfiltered banter about New Year routines, the struggles of working from home during winter, and the art of balancing personal ambition with enjoying life’s little pleasures. Whether you’re looking to revamp your own goal-setting process or just need a good laugh, this episode has something for everyone. And, of course, the duo couldn’t resist a little sidetrack into topics like Luigi’s charm or a wild pitch for The Church of Poppy . Don’t miss this rollercoaster of inspiration, hilarity, and midlife wisdom! How to Engage with Us DM us on Instagram yousinglepod Follow Joel on IG jpoppert Follow Emanuela on IG emanuela5683 or accountability_with_e Thanks for joining the Owning Alone community, I certainly appreciate you!…

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Dog Tongues and First Date Sushi : Another Midlife Dating Download on The Love Laugh Lounge 41:56

25 weeks ago41:56

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Send us a text Welcome back to the Love Laugh Lounge , where dating disasters and midlife musings collide! In this episode, Joel and E dive into the chaos of dating apps, their strategies (and frustrations), and the evolving world of meeting people IRL. From dissecting cringe-worthy dating profiles to recounting hilariously bad first dates, they serve up their trademark blend of humor and honesty. Topics include: Why being "friends first" is a red flag for men The unspoken rules of profile pictures How social media and dating coaches might be ruining the dating pool The pros and cons of speed dating events (and the surprising connections made) As always, Joel and E offer raw and hilarious takes on modern romance, midlife expectations, and why finding the right sushi spot might just be the key to love. Key takeaway: Whether you’re swiping on apps, mingling at events, or just avoiding the dog-tongue-up-the-nose profile pics, there’s always room to reframe, refocus, and rediscover what you’re looking for. How to Engage with Us DM us on Instagram yousinglepod Follow Joel on IG jpoppert Follow Emanuela on IG emanuela5683 or accountability_with_e Thanks for joining the Owning Alone community, I certainly appreciate you!…

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What Men and Women Need to Know About Each Other (But Never Learned) ft. Relationship Coach Justine Baruch 1:09:06

27 weeks ago1:09:06