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Laugh at First Swipe

Laugh at First Swipe

By Nancy Giere & Cindy Mayne

Laugh at First Swipe is a podcast that explores dating in the digital age. Real people, real stories, really funny! In our show we talk about at the wacky world of online dating. Everything from niche dating sites to crazy profiles, because let’s face it there’s some things you just can’t unsee. Our guest will share funny and poignant dating and relationship stories that will make you laugh and think! Our hosts lively banter, insight and tips will help you have fun and enjoy your online dating experience.
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It's a Wrap

Laugh at First SwipeAug 07, 2019

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129 Ways to Get a Husband, or not

129 Ways to Get a Husband, or not

Wow has the dating world changed.  In this show we discuss a 1958 McCall's article, from how to find him, how to let him know you are there, how to look good to him and finally, how to land him.  Have things really changed much? Listen in and decide.  The crazy ideas range from "standing on the corner crying softly" to get his attention to"staging a car breakdown".  How about #121; Stand on a busy street with a lasso. 

Dec 31, 201923:06
More Profiles that Discourage

More Profiles that Discourage

In this episode we review more profiles.  Be afraid, very afraid...

Dec 18, 201923:57
There's Someone For Everyone

There's Someone For Everyone

Are you tired of looking for love on traditional dating sites?  

From pet lovers to farmers, there's a dating site for you.  Maybe you're a Trekkie, or have a superpower you'd like to share.  How about Dirty Tinder?Yes, that's right Dirty Tinder.   What about a diaper mate?  We're not judging just sharing, because what we found is that whatever you're interested in,  there's a dating site for you.

Nov 25, 201933:27
Looking For Love In All The Right Places
Nov 07, 201937:44
Is it all in the cards, the stars or both?

Is it all in the cards, the stars or both?

In this episode Cindy doeas a card reading for Nancy and Fontain.  We also get Fontain's take on Astrology

Oct 31, 201927:05
It's All About The Shoes
Oct 24, 201929:58
Mona Lisa Treatment

Mona Lisa Treatment

Lady Baby Boomers are having all kinds of work done including the Mona Lisa Treatment.  Listen to find out about this new laser therapy.    

You've heard about catfishing, well now you can dogfished too.  Listen in to learn about these new trends.

Oct 17, 201925:56
A Different Take on Dating.

A Different Take on Dating.

In this episode you'll learn more about our producer Brent, including what he and Cindy have in common.

Oct 10, 201946:41
Refrigerdating

Refrigerdating

We're back for season two!

In this episode we open with a profile review of a poet rapper.  Then we discuss a new way to find your soulmate, refrigerdating.  The food you buy and how you store it may be the key finding the one.

We end with a news story that can be summed up in one line. ...

"Dude where's my car?"

Oct 04, 201927:04
It's a Wrap

It's a Wrap

Enjoy this summary of Season One and learn about our plans for Season Two.  Get ready for new stories, new guests and better sound!

Aug 07, 201918:03
Catfish and Comparison Shopping

Catfish and Comparison Shopping

In this episode we talk about our experiences with catfish and not the kind you eat! Larry G. is back for a little comparison shopping.  We take a look at the type of men that are available to a straight woman and a gay man in San Francisco.  All we can say is woof!

Jul 09, 201934:56
Voted Off The Island

Voted Off The Island

In this episode we explore two niche online dating sites Beautiful People Only and Ugly Schmucks.

Jul 02, 201926:40
Mark Is In The House

Mark Is In The House

Since we continue to be baffled by the profiles guys add to online dating sites, in this episode we thought we'd have Cindy's partner Mark join us to help us understand what men really want.   But maybe we already know.

Jun 25, 201919:43
Bears, Otters, Daddies and Twinks!

Bears, Otters, Daddies and Twinks!

There are a lot of niche online dating sites out there.  In this episode Larry G. shared his adventures in online dating.  We have to say the photos of gay men are fantastic.  We didn't see one man posed with a fish or a bathroom selfie!  Lots of (six packs). Oh yeah!

Jun 18, 201926:59
Turkey Bacon in Boulder

Turkey Bacon in Boulder

In this episode we had fun learning about Jill's adventures with online dating in Boulder CO.   Jill asks potential dates some great questions as part of her interview process.  Too bad the top answer to most of her questions is I don't know.  

Jun 07, 201938:13
Things that make you go huh?

Things that make you go huh?

Have you ever wondered what it means to be ethically non-monogamous? Or what about those random comments from people about your appearance, are they really helpful or do they just make you go huh? 

The understated and very funny Jarekhye is back to share some tips from his experiences online dating.  At the end of the day why is it so hard to just be ourselves?

Jun 04, 201919:54
Some Things You Just Can't Unsee

Some Things You Just Can't Unsee

It's amazing what people will put on their online dating profiles.  Join us for a lively discussion about who showed up this week.  Because let's face it there's just some things you can't unsee.  

In this weeks interview we get a guy's perspective on online dating.  We hope this episode makes you laugh, makes you think and brings lightness and laughter to the dating in the digital age.

May 28, 201929:22
Fun with Fontaine

Fun with Fontaine

Have you every wondered what it means to be a Bertie? Trust us, you'll be surprised.  We did the research so you'll know which way to SWIPE if a Bertie shows up in your dating feed.  

Our first interview is with the Fabulous Fontaine, you'll enjoy her take on the over 55 dating scene in Oakland CA.  

May 21, 201929:39
Laugh at First Swipe Trailer

Laugh at First Swipe Trailer

Get sneak peak at what Laugh at First Swipe is all about.
May 12, 201905:27