Best Before Date - modern dating exploration

Sep 13, 202301:23:05

#93 - THE KEY TO A WOMAN'S HEART w/Yra Jai

This week on BBD podcast, my good friend Yra (⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠). Yra already popped on BBD before for an awesome episode and she's back again! She is a podcaster too (link), and has great insight on personal growth, relationships, and being an adult. We talk about her latest date and of course make a lot of sexual jokes at each other's expanse. Check out this fun episode!

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Sep 06, 202301:20:05

#92 - FACEBOOK MARKETPLACE & WHO PAYS ON THE FIRST DATE w/Lukas Purm

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Lukas Purm (⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠). He is a Vancouver based comedian, comedy show runner at The Improv Centre, and creative producer among other things! Lukas and I talk about our dating experiences in the city, who should be paying on the first date (it depends), and the time someone propositioned sex to me on Facebook Marketplace. We also discuss expectations, getting ghosted, and finding the right person. Lukas goes over the importance of quality time, the balance in a relationship, and what the right person looks like. Go see Lukas at the improv, around town or DM him to see when he's in your town next!

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Aug 30, 202301:41:09

#91 - BAD BLOWJOBS & MAKING PEOPLE THINK w/Jay Hunter

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Jay Hunter (⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠). He is a really cool dude and hilarious comic I met at JFL in Montreal. We talk about the differences in our approaches to life, dating, and comedy; and what influences us to make the right choices (for us). Jay talks about his time in the military and how an independent movie pushed him to think for himself. We also talk about being misunderstood sometimes, hating small talk, and what's important in dating. I also blow Jay mind by showing him Akinator in action (google it).

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Aug 23, 202302:04:41

#90 - BACHELORETTES, ROUTINE & HAPPILY EVER AFTER w/Milton Ng

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Milton Ng (⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠). He is a Vancouver based Youtuber, comedian, and actor/director. Milton is also one of the first people I met starting out comedy in Vancouver! On this episode, we talk about his marriage - from meeting, through dating, getting coerced into getting engaged, wedding, and to the "happily ever after". Milton shares a fresh perspective on finding your person and ,through trials and life events, growing together. We also talk about his first and only road rage incident,

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Aug 16, 202301:36:01

#89 - CREATING DATING OPPORTUNITIES w/Paul Hickey

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Paul Hickey (⁠⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠⁠). He is a Vancouver based comedian, musician and generally chill dude. Paul talks about his preference for keeping things open but with labels, how drinking impacts dating, and quirky dating spots in Vancouver. We also discuss whether people need vices, how I only matched with girls that vape, and the need for clear communication in a relationship of any kind. We recorded in a classic East Vancouver house so there are a few squeaks here and there! This one is chill and a little silly

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Aug 09, 202301:24:43

#88 - PSYCHEDELICS & RELATIONSHIP CHATS w/Ty Boissonnault

This week on BBD podcast, it's Tyler Boissonnault! Ty is a Vancouver based comic, and co-host of the Show me Yours podcast. You can find him here. We talk about dating in Vancouver, seeing hot people that aren't the best matches, Elon vs Zuckerberg (we accidently activated Alexa?), overcoming addiction & getting into psychedelics. My favorite about the episode was when Ty tells me about the "relationship chat" he has with the people he wants to date more seriously. Tune in for a fun episode!

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Aug 02, 202301:26:54

#87 - GAMERS, LOVE LANGUAGES, & THE DOG RUINED OUR RELATIONSHIP w/Sophie

This week on BBD podcast, my friend Sophie joins in. Sophie and I met playing video games online and she came up from the US to try and see the Aurora lights (we failed at that). We talk about love languages, dating gamers, and past relationships; or mostly how one was basically ended by a dog. We also discuss what is a normal time frame for one to start dating after a break up. Sophie is slightly addicted to attention and likes to keep a "roster" of people that will provide her with it. Overall, a fun convo with a bunch of laughs!

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Jul 26, 202301:21:19

#86 - KNOW WHAT YOU WANT TO DO ON DATES w/Ira

This week on BBD podcast, is a friend of a past guest - Ira. She's great and unlike some of the last guests is actively dating! Ira spills the tea about going on dates with two comic I know and how she ended up seeing one over the other. We talk about her last relationship that she moved to Vancouver for and how it ended over a disagreement about having kids. Ira is one of the first guests to actually enjoy the Vancouver dating scene. The secret? She isn't looking for anything serious!

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Jul 20, 202301:21:09

#85 - STAY TRUE TO YOURSELF & LET GO OF THE REST w/Ravenous Randy

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is the proverbial Punk, Hunk, and Weirdoooooo Herooooo - RRRRRavenous RRRRRandy-eeeeeee Myers (Randy Myers, sorry I just always wanted to do this!). Randy is awesome, he is a professional wrestler, comedian, and a sweetheart! Here's the Instagram for reference. We had a blast talking about being old-fashioned, love bombing your love interests, and living with anxiety/ADHD/OCD. Randy tells me about a person he's been periodically involved with since high school and how he eventually had to let them go. He describes his journey to becoming a professional wrestler and even the time he got briefly signed to WWE; while also spilling some industry secrets!!

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Jul 12, 202301:22:35

#84 - WINNING IN THE WORLD OF CONTENT w/Peru Morena

This week on BBD podcast, Peru Morena joins for an episode. She is Vancouver based content creator for TikTok, OnlyFans, and Instagram. She talks about getting her first boob job, winning a modeling reality show/competition in the Philippines called The Fiercest of Them All, and the flak she had to put up with from some people online. We also go over dating; mostly about what it's like for someone with an OnlyFans following to find a partner and dating 20 year olds. We go over content types, weird requests, suggestive DMs, and everything in between. Peru opens up about some things during the episode which probably wasn't the easiest. She is a fun guest and I think this episode is an entertaining listen to say the least. Thanks for checking it out :)

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Jul 05, 202301:15:01

#83 - TAROT CARDS, SIMP ENERGY & ICE BATHS w/Hala

Please be advised that this episode touches on sensitive topics, including instances of sexual assault. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know may be triggered by discussions of sexual assault, we encourage you to prioritize your well-being and consider skipping this episode or having a support system in place. Remember, your mental and emotional health come first. This week on BBD podcast, Hala is back with an update! If you missed the first episode, we met in Vancouver through dating apps (likely bumble) early last year and quickly became friends. And I am so excited to have recorded another episode with her, she's awesome! In this episode, we talk about her year of self improvement ,which involved among other things, building boundaries, therapy, a break from dating, and time with self. She also shares insights from another session with a tarot card reader (while rolling her eyes at my comments) and talks about her newest date!

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Jun 28, 202301:23:55

#82 - HAPPILY FALLING INTO RELATIONSHIPS w/Cory Lupovici

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Cory Lupovici (⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠). Cory is a Vancouver based comedian, writer and generally fun guy. We talk about his online dating "strategy", decision making process of staying in relationships, and relationship progression. Cory and I also discuss how his relationship has been propelled forward by the lockdowns in Vancouver, meeting the parents, and his anxiety around phone calls and texting.

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Jun 21, 202301:37:06

#81 - WHAT WOMEN WANT & COMBAT SPORTS w/Elim

This week on BBD podcast, the bimbo jester herself - Elim (⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠). Elim is a jiu-jitsu practitioner, combat sport content creator, and comedian. Her socials are filled with hilarious skits that foster an audience of mostly cool people and sometimes slightly not so cool. On this episode, we discuss the weird requests she gets in her DMs, how social media "fame" hasn't really affected her day to day, and her future plans for it. Elim and I also touch on the role of combat sports in her life; mostly whether it affects dating. I talk about crashing my bike (I'm okay physically, financially not so much) and finish off with some green flags.

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Jun 14, 202301:17:18

#80 - "OVERPROTECTIVE" BFS & DATING VANCITY w/Myself

This week on BBD podcast, we have no guests. I know, wild! I talk about why there is no guest, the future for the pod and making friends in Vancouver. I touch base on dating spots in the city, ideas for dates in Vancouver, and my overview of dating here. Lastly talk about "overprotective" partners and how it's so common online.

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Jun 07, 202350:15

#79 - GOING THROUGH IT ALL w/my Ex

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is one of my Exes. If you've been paying attention to the genesis story of the podcast and travels that happen before that, then you're pretty aware of who this is. We talked about our relationship, the highs, the lows, the twists and the turns. It was awesome to be able to do this - plus it resulted in some cool moments and sweet laughs. Check it out :)

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May 31, 202301:15:56

#78 - WE ARE OPEN TO EXPERIENCES w/Devon Kenzo

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is of the coolest people I know - Devon Kenzo (⁠instagram⁠) - a Vancouver based actor, fire spinner, and acting coach. Devon and I talk relationships, finding out his ex slept with a friend, and meeting his life partner. He shares the some of the experiences that have solidified his relationship with his family and his partner. We also accidentally macrodose and microdose. Oops.

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May 24, 202301:31:42

#77 - I DON'T REALLY DATE w/Jake Spencer

This week on BBD podcast, a very funny Vancouver based comic and writer Jake Spencer (⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠) joins us for a chat! We talk cat/dog people, peperoni nipples, achieving mastery and how dating is sort of like stand up in some ways. Please tune in for this sweet gem of an episode :)

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May 17, 202301:30:58

#76 - LOOKING FOR A GIRLFRIEND w/Robert Peng

This week on BBD podcast, we FINALLY got Robert Peng to come by (website & instagram)! Robert is a hilarious Vancouver based comedian from China. We dive right into discussing his religious background and how he is still a virgin. Although he does want to lose it (the v), he doesn't want it to be a casual/one night stand scenario. Robert is looking for a gf! We work on his elevator pitch for when women approach him after comedy shows, discuss some hang ups, and run a few hypotheticals to relieve some of the anxiety related to talking to women; all in one hilarious episode! Tune in

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May 10, 202301:21:57

#75 - WHEN SHE MAKES THE MOVE w/Hector Rivas

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Hector Rivas (⁠instagram⁠) - a Vancouver based comedian from Caracas, Venezuela. Hector and I talk about the ups and downs of his current relationship, navigating Canada as a solo immigrant, and outsourcing therapy to South America. We also go over trusting a cheater, enjoying going on dates even though he doesn't want to go at first, dealing with jealousy. His first comedy album is coming out in July, stay tuned on his website here.

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May 03, 202301:18:20

#74 - LOVING YOURSELVES & SEEING YOUR FRIENDS' VAGINAS w/Niki Mohrdar

This week on BBD podcast, our favorite guest - Niki Mohrdar (⁠instagram⁠). Niki join for another chat on therapy, trusting ones emotions, and body positivity among other things. We also talk about whether marijuana is of any help in self healing and being creative. Plus Niki explains why she hasn't been back the psychic since last time. This is a quick and fun episode. Enjoy :)

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Apr 26, 202301:23:04

#73 - KEEPING YOUR INDEPENDANCE & MEETING THE RIGHT PERSON w/Greta Lin

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Greta Lin (⁠instagram⁠) - a Vancouver based comedian, show producer, and cat mom (somehow we forgot to talk about it). Greta and I talk about adjusting to immigrating to Canada, dealing with pressure from parents to date white (hers not mine lol), and meeting her partner. We also discuss how many kids I want to have and the logistical issue it presents ooof.

Greta runs a fundraising show on May 12th at the Little Mountain Gallery in Vancouver!

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Apr 19, 202301:24:51

#72 - HAVING THE HARD CONVERSATION w/Aaron Campbell

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Aaron Campbell (⁠instagram⁠) - a Vancouver comedian, professional gardener, and open mic producer. We talk about how he started dating his girlfriend, the challenges with starting new things while in a relationship, and the anxiety associated with having hard conversations withing a relationship. Aaron attributes some of the miscommunication to ADHD which causes him to hyperfocus on one thing at a time, be it gardening, his relationship, or comedy. What do you think?

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Apr 12, 202301:45:19

#71 - IMMIGRANT PARENTS, ADHD & CREATIVITY w/Jirair Garabedian

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Jirair Garabedian (⁠instagram⁠) - an awesome Vancouver comedian, animator and one of my favorite people. The title isn't fully clickbait! We talk about the time Jirair lived in Armenia where he met his wife and once bumped into Kanye. Also, go over the fact that Jirair prefers how his brain works without ADHD medication mainly for when he is being creative. And the long lasting effects of growing up with immigrant parents. It's a good listen! (drop a comment if you check it out!)

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Apr 05, 202301:31:27

#70 - SKIPPING WORK & GETTING A HICKEY w/Dusty Searcy

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Dusty Searcy (⁠instagram⁠) - an awesome Vancouver based comedian and actor from Alberta. We talk about his adjustment to being new-ishly single, how he filters the people he meets, and why meeting people in person instead of dating apps is just better (duh). This episode is quite fun and we get somewhat introspective.

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Mar 29, 202301:58:13

#69 - LOVING HOME & HEALTHY BODY - FULL GAS, NO BREAKS w/Mr. Chris

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Chris Beaudoin (⁠instagram⁠) - a Vancouver based fitness trainer, former strip club MC, and a hell of a party! Chris and I met in doing our bachelorette gigs a few years back. We talk about his journey and what drove him to go from being in an unhealthy relationship, 50 pounds overweight, and generally unhappy with where he was to having a loving and caring partner, a bustling business, and being paid to take his shirt off. We also talk about the adventures of being a strip club MC and share some butler shenanigans.

He is the highest rated party butler in Vancouver, an awesome personal trainer and a generally fun guy! Give it a listen

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Mar 22, 202301:37:28

#68 - HOW TO MAKE A MOVIE DATE FUN w/Ismael Ndiaye

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Ismael Ndiaye (instagram) - an awesome Vancouver based French actor and comedian. We had so much fun talking about awkward movie dates, getting approached by women at work, losing our accents (for one of us it was a blessing for another not so much lol). We also discuss not drinking for various reasons and how that affects ones social life - mostly dating. Tune in for a good time!

***Come to Ismael's awesome comedy show on March 26th in Vancouver! Get tickets here ***

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Mar 15, 202301:43:12

#67 - HOW CHAMP HIT ROCK BOTTOM w/Peter Grant

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Peter Grant (instagram) - a self-identified Australian comedian from Central Canada. Peter describes hitting rock bottom, dating in Vancouver, and fixing oneself with mushrooms. We talk about getting fired from work, the differences between Australia and Canada, and relationship dynamics that work for artists.

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Mar 08, 202301:16:04

#66 - BAD TIME TO SAY I LOVE YOU & OVERCOMING SOCIAL ANXIETY w/Devin Alexander

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Devin Alexander (instagram) - a local funny man. Devin and I chat about awkwardness and how he overcame a 10 year single streak fueled by social anxiety. We talk about bees, fish Guinness, and settle on best and worst times to say "I love you". There was nothing illegal happening during this episode despite whatever Devin claims.

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Mar 01, 202301:41:17

#65 - SURVIVING ITALY & ETHICAL NON MONOGAMY w/Danika Thibault

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Danika Thibault (instagram) - a Vancouver based comedian, podcaster, and show producer. Danika and I talk ethical non monogamy, being a girls' girl, and going viral the wrong way. Plus she recently came back from an adventure in Italy that she tells all about!

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Feb 22, 202301:31:33

#64 - MAKE UP SEX & REMINISCING ABOUT ASIA w/Will Corry

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Will Corry (instagram) - a Vancouver based comedian from Kelowna. Will and I met in Taiwan through the comedy scene so we reminisce on his time in Asia (living free). We also discuss dating in Vancouver, his last few relationships, and why he thinks they ended while going through standard relationship dynamics. Can you believe he's never had make up sex!!

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Feb 15, 202301:37:59

BONUS #63 - GETTING A GIRLFRIEND ISN'T A CHALLENGE w/Luke

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Luke Sutton (instagram) - a comedian, laborer and steroid enthusiast. It's a fun chat going over his thoughts on Vancouver, getting a girlfriend, and growing up a bit of a hot head. We discussed his relationship at the time (which he had to end), his views on roles within a relationship, and some family drama. We recorded a bit ago before Luke moved out East and it was my old set up so might be a bit noisier. If you're out in Eastern Canada - find him!

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Feb 11, 202301:45:30

#62 - QUITTING COCA*NE & LOSING YOURSELF IN A RELATIONSHIP w/Daragh Turner

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Daragh Turner (instagram) - a Vancouver based comedian from Ireland. Daragh recently started therapy and a new relationship. We discuss both a bit and what led to these. He goes over losing his virginity to a sex worker, being "stuck" in a relationship in Vancouver, finding his passion with stand up, and starting therapy. It's a hilarious but heartfelt hour. Tune in :)

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Feb 08, 202301:04:18

#61 - LIKING YOURSELF & SEEING YOUR EX ON NETFLIX w/Lou Albani

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Lou Albani (instagram) - a Vancouver based comedian, writer, actor and mustache man. Lou talks about dating older women, moving to Vancouver, finally liking himself, and the weird life of a comedian. We go over his last couple dates, getting heartbroken and then seeing his exes on netflix, and he recounts the time he unicorned for a couple off of Tinder. Fun episode!

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Feb 01, 202301:25:32

#60 - RESPECTABLE F*CKBOI & CASUAL DATING BASICS w/Cass

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Cass Furman (instagram) - a Vancouver based comedian, show producer (here), actor, and respectable f*ckboi. Cass and I chat about our favorite parts of a relationship (you'll be surprised by our answers), our worst dating experiences (and has Sasha been a bad date ever?), and learning from past relationships. Most importantly, we discuss casual dating basics - ground rules, check-ins, safety, time management and respect!

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Jan 25, 202301:28:50

#59 - IS OPENING UP THE RELATIONSHIP FOR YOU? w/Toben

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Toben Spencer-Lang (instagram)- a professional shaft inspector and Vancouver based comic from Alberta. Toben and I talk about losing his virginity at knife point, being in an open relationship, finding out he is bi after an accident, moving to Vancouver, and much more. I was very excited and curious about the ground rules Toben and his partner have set up for their open relationship!

Listen in if you're considering opening up your relationship or have questions about dating a bi person or a comic lol!

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This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Yra Jai! I did something crazy (for me). I didn't edit this aside from putting in an intro and outro. Am I stressing over it? You bet! Get ready for some honest, funny and deep conversations on how to overcome the dating challenges and communicate effectively (sometimes breaking hearts but being blunt) with potential partners. Check out her podcast Waking Up From Breaking Up!

Jan 18, 202301:25:09

#58 - BREAKING HEARTS COMES WITH EXPERIENCE w/Yra pt2

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Jan 11, 202301:18:28

#58 - JOMO & "I DON'T CALL PEOPLE DADDY" w/Yra pt1

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Yra Jai! Yra is a new-ish but good friend of mine, though most importantly, an awesome podcaster! She is versed on all aspects of dating from personal experience and from the multitude of cool guests she's interviewed on her podcast Waking Up From Breaking Up. (You can also check out the episodes she interviewed me!). We talk about making friends in Vancouver (part of why she joined a Gaelic Football league), right way to approach challenges in relationships, and her version of FOMO - JOMO, Joy Of Missing Out! Check out part one :P

Also, I wanted to try something for this episode! I made a virtual bingo while you listen!! (pick one only! 1 or 2 or 3 or 4 or 5 or 6 or 7 or 8 or 9) - if you play and win I've got a surprise for you :)

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Check out the things we discussed timestamped below!

IN THIS EPISODE:

- Sports (1:25)

- Dating in sports (4:22)

- Irish women (5:15)

- Making friends in Vancouver (6:08)

- Sasha loves food (7:50)

- Dressing up fails (9:00)

- FOMO (10:15)

- JOMO (11:24)

- Gaelic football (12:00)

- Raised by women (13:20)

- Distrust older men (14:05)

- Gay league football (16:07)

- Big hands (17:42)

- Want someone athletic (18:37)

- People taking on your problems (19:30)

- Codependency (22:52)

- Being a good partner (24:15)

- Responding to problems (25:35)

- Overthinking or underthinking (26:45)

- Out of control (27:20)

- Patience (29:15)

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Jan 04, 202330:57

#57 - TWO PASSING SHIPS; PRIORITIES & PERSPECTIVE w/Austin @MOTN pt3

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Austin - the founder and owner of MOTN, one of the coolest indie arts and comedy venues in Vancouver! In this part we go over aftermath of a car crash coming down from the Arctic (yeah I know!), priorities, and perspective. Austin describes going through the break up call and the aftermath of it. New full episode next week!

Check out the things we discussed timestamped below!

IN THIS EPISODE:

- Challenges (1:15)

- Best way to travel (2:27)

- Sasha is silly (3:30)

- Canadians are too smart (4:20)

- Travelling isn't always safe (5:30)

- Letting go (6:20)

- Going to the Arctic (7:20)

- The crash (8:03)

- Dealing with trauma (9:35)

- Break up call (10:20)

- Virgo (11:10)

- When you're not the priority (12:20)

- Expecting the break up (15:14)

- Takeaways (19:04)

- Fairytale isn't reality (20:51)

- Childish perspective (22:10)

- Standing your ground (25:10)

- Two passing ships (26:00)

- Codependency (27:35)

- The new MOTN (28:25)

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Dec 28, 202229:18

#57 - GHOST BREAKUPS & SETTING THE RIGHT PRIORITIES w/Austin @MOTN pt2

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Austin - the founder and owner of MOTN, one of the coolest indie arts and comedy venues in Vancouver! In this part we go over MOTN history, how it came to be and what made it different from other venues. We discuss the challenges of having a relationship while working on your dream and how going away for even a short period has a turbulent effect on relationships.

There will be more by the end of the week I hope.

Check out the things we discussed timestamped below!

IN THIS EPISODE:

- Play house (0:30)

- Comedians made us hook up (2:45)

- Postponing the end (4:10)

- Never been in love before like that (5:20)

- Not working is the best (6:30)

- Life gets in the way (8:10)

- What's next (11:01)

- The space (13:10)

- Night owl (16:51)

- Name the MOTN (18:10)

- Dating conventions (21:47)

- Keeping the venue afloat (23:30)

- Brandon Washburn persona (25:30)

- Comedy changed the MOTN (28:00)

- Going on vacation ruins relationships (30:15)

- Ghost breakup (31:20)

- Reading the situation (32:55)

- Different priorities (33:30)

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Dec 21, 202235:20

#57 - HOLY SH*T MOMENTS (OR MAKING CORE MEMORIES) w/Austin @MOTN pt1

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Austin - the founder and owner of MOTN, one of the coolest indie arts and comedy venues in Vancouver! We discuss the importance of "holy sh*t" moments in life; and touch on the interests that led to the creation of the venue and the challenges of running an art venue in the city. We get to the dating side right at the end - so next part is packed with it! This is a first episode recorded with two actual mics so it might sounds slightly different. Tune in! :)

Check out the things we discussed timestamped below!

IN THIS EPISODE:

- Dating podcast (1:40)

- Comedy shows around Vancouver (2:40)

- Vancouver is a chameleon city (3:40)

- Austin, Texas is great for arts (4:10)

- Texas blue state (6:38)

- Bad places in Vancouver (9:27)

- The right events (10:32)

- Open mics (14:30)

- Advice to comics (16:20)

- Holy shit moments (22:45)

- Film school is a scam (23:40)

- The big decision to quit (30:15)

- Wanted to make movies (32:27)

- The MOTN (35:00)

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Dec 14, 202238:46

#56 - COOCHIE SISTERS & GLORY HOLES w/Ren & Kris pt3

This week on BBD podcast, part 3 with our guests Ren and Kris. We talk about Instagram exposing who you date (and who your coochie sisters are), open relationships for men and women, and the kink movement. Ren is adding "saving local glory holes" to his mayor platform and Kris contemplates getting tied up. Check out what is probably the dirtiest episode of Best Before Date podcast to date :P

Ren was recently a panelist on Crave's 1 Queen 5 Queers (must see his ep!), and Kris is a good friend of mine. I'm spent after a weird bachelorette and they're hella hungover but still very giggly.

Check out the things we discussed timestamped below!

IN THIS EPISODE:

- Different times (1:20)

- Vancouver is a small city (2:00)

- Instagram exposing who you date (2:24)

- Cooch sisters (3:15)

- Using your friends (4:03)

- Changing Vancouver (4:31)

- Dating multiple people (5:06)

- Open relationships for men (6:26)

- Prep and premature ejaculation (7:28)

- Versatile (9:15)

- Straight version of Grindrr (10:20)

- Asking to hook up on tinder (13:10)

- Feeling the chase (14:21)

- Choking is not kinky (16:20)

- Getting tied up (18:27)

- Easy kink stuff (26:55)

- Poppers (27:55)

- Public sex (30:20)

- Protect our glory holes (31:15)

- No glory holes for Kris (35:07)

- 1 queen 5 queers (38:45)

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Dec 07, 202239:21

#56 - VANCOUVER DATING POOL IS FULL OF PEE w/Ren & Kris pt2

Check out the things we discussed timestamped below!

IN THIS EPISODE:

- Pandemic in the gay community (0:40)

- Haven't been in a relationship (1:20)

- Red flags (2:26)

- Funny is a must (3:12)

- Healthy relationships are weird at first (4:56)

- Actual adults (6:16)

- Emergency room visits (7:45)

- Weird first date (10:35)

- UBC McDonald's (13:40)

- Bad trip (15:34)

- Objects in butts (16:29)

- His type (19:42)

- Bubly break (21:15)

- What's AL attracted to (21:56)

- Dating a comic (22:45)

- Vancouver dating pool (24:52)

- Be a rule breaker (26:43)

- Leather harnesses (28:10)

- Online dating (29:50)

- Mutuals on Instagram (31:00)

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Nov 30, 202231:43

#56 - CRUISING, FROGGING & VANCOUVER'S NEW MAYOR w/Ren & Kris pt1

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Ren and Kris. Ren was recently a panelist on Crave's 1 Queen 5 Queers (must see his ep!), and Kris is a good friend of mine. I'm spent after a weird bachelorette and they're hella hungover but still very giggly. I talk about my roommate troubles and struggles of doing topless bachelorettes; Kris talks about how she loves to starfish; Ren briefly mentions forking a teacher. Tune in for a chat about kink culture in gay community, cruising, frogging, and much more! There will be more by the end of the week I hope.

Check out the things we discussed timestamped below!

IN THIS EPISODE:

- Roommate troubles (0:21)

- Petty roommate (2:10)

- Churches chicken on hastings (4:35)

- Auditioning for 1 Queen 5 Queers (5:57)

- Stereotypes (9:56)

- Being a bottom (10:45)

- Starfishing (11:50)

- Toronto (14:05)

- Bachelorette with nurses (15:50)

- Eating food off butt (18:34)

- Eating food out of butts (20:04)

- Kinky stuff, frogging (22:20)

- forking your teacher (25:26)

- Cruising and Grinderr in Taiwan (28:48)

- Outdoor sex (29:40)

- The Oasis - wreck beach and Mr Bussy Licious (31:33)

- Ren for Mayor of Vancouver (33:10)

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Nov 23, 202234:52

#55 - LOVING vs BEING IN LOVE w/Colleen Thompson pt3

This week on BBD podcast, our guest is Colleen Thompson who is a Vancouver based, very-hungover stand up comedian, writer and researcher/ex-therapist. We talk about love, passion, lust and my love for control. Longest pod I've recorded to date I think (plus Acts of God in Vancouver - wind throwing my neighbor's roof at my car) made this into a 3 part-er.

Check out the things we discussed timestamped below!

IN THIS EPISODE:

- Do we have control (0:40)

- Art is emotional manipulation (1:49)

- Influencing people (2:40)

- Losing yourself (5:30)

- We are all different (6:55)

- We finally agree? (9:07)

- Al breaks his own rules (9:50)

- Falling in love (10:43)

- Love vs passion (13:23)

- What is love (17:11)

- Honeymoon stage (18:20)

- Step into love (20:00)

- Common issue in relationships (21:53)

- Flappy birds with chaos (23:51)

- Setting course for rocky water (24:51)

- Are you having fun? (27:25)

- Vancouver Mayor (30:40)

- Search for meaning (32:15)

- Podcast taking on meaning (34:50)

- Fashion advice for Al (36:04)

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