Bad Dates
Psychology & Relationships
About
Everybody’s had them, everybody can relate to them, and now we’re back with more of the wildest you’ve ever heard, on BAD DATES! Join host Joel Kim Booster (Loot, Fire Island, Netflix) as he invites his favorite funny friends to share their most iconic dating fiascos. From the team behind the hit podcast SmartLess, BAD DATES will make you laugh a lot, cry a little, and cringe just enough. Because as we all know - the worst dates make the best stories. It’s a new host, but the same old mess! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Bad Dates ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.
Episodes
- Re-release: Absolutely Chest (w/ Laura Peek, Barry Rothbart, and Will Miles)
Joel Kim Booster hosts Laura Peek, Barry Rothbart, and Will Miles as they share their most notable dating fiascos. The episode is a re-release while the Bad Dates feed is under construction.
- Speed Dates: A New Worry Job (w/ Keri Kenney-Silver)
Joel Kim Booster hosts Keri Kenney-Silver to discuss Burning Man, parenting, and her various acting projects including her Netflix series The Four Seasons. The episode also includes an announcement about the future of Bad Dates.
- Speed Dates: Grading On THAT Curve (w/ Gianmarco Soresi)
Host Joel Kim Booster talks with comedian Gianmarco Soresi about dating experiences, including dating a manager, couples therapy, open relationships, and sibling love. Soresi also shares his love language and discusses spending time with o…
- Take My Data, Daddy (w/ Jessica Henwick and Leslie Liao)
In this holiday episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster is joined by Jessica Henwick and Leslie Liao to share dating stories. Leslie recounts a first date on Christmas, while Jessica shares an experience of propositioning a stranger on…
- Speed Dates: Say Goodbye To Your Armada (w/ Rachel Scanlon)
Comedian Rachel Scanlon joins host Joel Kim Booster to discuss her Tinder success story, marriage during the pandemic, and her evolving views on love and relationships. They also touch on polyamory and its potential motivations.
- Speed Dates: I Was The Bomb! (w/ Brendan Scannell)
Host Joel Kim Booster and guest Brendan Scannell discuss maintaining self in relationships, making friends later in life, and sobriety. Joel also offers advice relevant to singles and aspiring entertainment professionals.
- Speed Dates: Pan Is Sarah Lawrence (w/ Poppy Liu)
In this episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster and guest Poppy Liu discuss their experiences on Sunnyside, Poppy's dating preferences, and her new role as a mother. They also touch upon Poppy's potential to be Joel's egg donor.
- Speed Dates: No Wishing, No Washing! (w/ Laci Mosley)
On Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster and guest Laci Mosley discuss dating scams, the ethics of scamming billionaires, negging, and Laci's experience with Love On The Spectrum. Mosley also shares her current relationship status.
- Speed Dates: Traitors Special! (w/ Ron Funches)
Host Joel Kim Booster talks with Ron Funches about their experiences on The Traitors Season 4, covering strategies, betrayals, and Ron's autism diagnosis. They also discuss Ron's new relationship and his thoughts on Michael Rapaport.
- The Head Of The Deodorant: Scrubs Special! (w/ Ava Bunn, Layla Mohammadi, and Amanda Morrow)
On the Bad Dates podcast, host Joel Kim Booster and his Scrubs reboot co-stars Ava Bunn, Layla Mohammadi, and Amanda Morrow discuss iconic dating fiascos. Topics include whether panelists would date their own characters and personal dating…
- Speed Dates: Newlyweds Special! (w/ Justin Martindale)
Host Joel Kim Booster and newlywed guest Justin Martindale compare wedding experiences, covering topics like officiants, guest lists, and vows. The episode also includes discussions on Celine Dion and the idea of adopting a dog.
- The Musk Of Miss Frizzle (w/ Oscar Montoya, Tien Tran, and River Butcher)
At San Francisco Sketchfest, host Joel Kim Booster and guests Oscar Montoya, Tien Tran, and River Butcher share personal dating mishaps. The episode features stories about a post-college date, a memorable disastrous night, and a getaway dr…
- Speed Dates: If Wormtongue Was Freelance (w/ Jon Daly)
Comedian Jon Daly discusses his role in the TV series Fallout, his career trajectory from drama to comedy, and pandemic-related relationship experiences on the Bad Dates podcast with host Joel Kim Booster. He also shares his interpretation…
- That’s How They Make Cupid (w/ Jazmyn W, Fiona Cauley, and Fumi Abe)
Comedians Jazmyn W, Fiona Cauley, and Fumi Abe discuss their worst dating experiences with host Joel Kim Booster. Topics include bar regulars, unsettling restaurant dates, and unusual encounters with models.
- Re-Release - A Diamond In The Hole (w/ Drew Lynch, Giulia Rozzi, and Evan Williams)
Comedians Drew Lynch, Giulia Rozzi, and Evan Williams join host Joel Kim Booster on Bad Dates to recount memorable dating disasters. The stories include a blind date with an unexpected observer, a solo date where libido takes center stage,…
- Speed Dates: You Gotta Have A Carrot (w/ Jordan Carlos)
Host Joel Kim Booster is joined by Jordan Carlos to discuss topics including love languages, Jordan's book 'Choreplay,' and LARPing romance. The episode features Jordan's answers to classic Speed Date questions.
- ReRelease - Husfriend (w/ Sarah Tiana, Adam Rippon, and Chinedu Unaka)
On the "Husfriend" episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster is joined by guests Sarah Tiana, Adam Rippon, and Chinedu Unaka. They recount memorable dating disasters, including a failed rom-com ending, resistance to advice, and a date's…
- Speed Dates: SF Sketchfest Special!! (w/ Janet Varney)
Host Joel Kim Booster interviews Janet Varney about SF Sketchfest, the comedy festival she co-founded. They discuss the festival's origins, past events, the current lineup, and the San Francisco comedy scene.
- Split The Wicks (w/ Mary Elizabeth Ellis, Alec Flynn, and Miranda Meadows)
In this episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster talks with comedians Mary Elizabeth Ellis, Alec Flynn, and Miranda Meadows about their worst dating experiences. Topics include a fairy tale date gone wrong due to science, a forgotten cr…
- Happily Ever After Special! (w/ Tony Hale, Murray Hill, Danny Jacobs, and Mohanad Elshieky)
This special holiday episode of Bad Dates features date stories with happy endings from guests Tony Hale, Murray Hill, Danny Jacobs, and Mohanad Elshieky. The stories include Tony Hale's lack of attention, Murray Hill's tales, Danny Jacobs…
- Re-Release - The Craigslist Of Cities (w/ Gareth Reynolds, Yamaneika Saunders, and Sean O’Connor)
In this episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster talks with comedians Gareth Reynolds, Yamaneika Saunders, and Sean O’Connor about their worst dating experiences. The stories include a date with raw duck, another involving snakes, and a…
- Clock It! (w/ X Mayo, Danny Jolles, and Blair Socci)
Joel Kim Booster welcomes comedians X Mayo, Danny Jolles, and Blair Socci to discuss their dating fiascos. X Mayo recounts making all the effort on a first date, Danny Jolles explains a misunderstanding at a party, and Blair Socci shares h…
- Introducing: CrimeLess
CrimeLess is a comedy talk show hosted by Rory Scovel and Josh Dean that examines outrageous criminal cases. Each episode breaks down a new caper, sparking humorous, hypothetical discussions about the events.
- Speed Dates: Ayyy, Stenographer! (w/ Jay Jurden)
Host Joel Kim Booster talks with Jay Jurden about marriage, including its meaning for gay men, couples therapy, and open relationships. Jay also shares why Megan Thee Stallion is currently inspiring his belief in love.
- Slutty Dolphin (w/ Jenny Zigrino, Brent Morin, and Jono Zalay)
Comedians Jenny Zigrino, Brent Morin, and Jono Zalay discuss dating disasters with host Joel Kim Booster. Stories include a date misinterpreting "open relationship," a wild date, and a story that begins on a wedding day.
- Re-Release - No Twink Was Safe (w/ Alaska Thunderfuck, Liza Treyger, and Joe Dombrowski)
On the Bad Dates podcast, host Joel Kim Booster is joined by guests Alaska Thunderfuck, Liza Treyger, and Joe Dombrowski to share their most memorable dating mishaps. Stories include a date who ghosted after MapQuest directions, a longboar…
- The Titular Wendy (w/ Jay Jurden and Adam Rose)
On Bad Dates, Joel Kim Booster hosts Jay Jurden and Adam Rose to discuss their worst dating experiences. Topics include an unfortunate embrace, a surprising revelation about a girlfriend's rating, and the importance of doing research.
- Therein Hangs A Tale (w/ Paul F. Tompkins and Janie Haddad-Tompkins)
In this episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster talks with married actors and comedians Paul F. Tompkins and Janie Haddad-Tompkins about their relationship's journey. They discuss their past partners, challenges, and how they navigated…
- You Were Her Alabama (w/ Jessica Michelle Singleton and Michael Turner)
On Bad Dates, Joel Kim Booster is joined by Jessica Michelle Singleton and Michael Turner. They discuss dating disasters, with Jessica recounting a proposal and Michael considering a career opportunity.
- INTRODUCING: I Need You Guys with Jenny Slate, Gabe Liedman, and Max Silvestri!
Jenny Slate, Gabe Liedman, and Max Silvestri launch their new show "I Need You Guys" with a clip featuring Jessi Klein. They discuss a strange gift Jenny received and take listener questions. The show is a SmartLess Media production.
- Speed Dates: Nobody’s Quirky Anymore (w/ Nicole Byer and Sasheer Zamata)
In this episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster is joined by Nicole Byer and Sasheer Zamata. They discuss maintaining relationships and friendships, doppelgängers, and their first meeting.
- ReRelease - Don’t Settle For Dusty (w/ Ron Funches, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, and Nat Faxon)
In this ReRelease episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster chats with Loot co-stars Ron Funches, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, and Nat Faxon about their worst dating experiences. Topics include a date who couldn't respect call times, Tinder m…
- A Calloused Hand (w/ Frankie Quiñones, Becky Robinson, and Jenna Jiménez)
Host Joel Kim Booster is joined by comedians Frankie Quiñones, Becky Robinson, and Jenna Jiménez to discuss memorable dating disasters. The comedians share stories of awkward encounters, dates with "dumb hot" men, and a truly hall-of-fame…
- FISH AT A DINER?!?! (w/ Kat Bird, Leah Rudick, and Audrey Stewart)
In this episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster is joined by comedians Kat Bird, Leah Rudick, and Audrey Stewart to recount their most notable dating mishaps, including unusual encounters and regrettable situations.
- Absolutely Chest (w/ Laura Peek, Barry Rothbart, and Will Miles)
On Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster talks with comedians Laura Peek, Barry Rothbart, and Will Miles about their worst dating experiences. The discussion includes specific stories and a mention of The Great British Bake Off.
- I Have Outsourced The Villain (w/ Mohaned Elshieky, Blaine Anderson, and Conrad Ricamora-Jensen)
Host Joel Kim Booster welcomes comedians Mohaned Elshieky, Blaine Anderson, and Conrad Ricamora-Jensen to discuss their worst dating experiences. Stories include a date at the Bronx Zoo, a misleading implication about restaurant ownership,…
- Daddy Whorebucks (w/ Blakely Thornton, Logan Guntzelman, and Justin Sylvester)
On Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster and guests Blakely Thornton, Logan Guntzelman, and Justin Sylvester discuss their worst dating experiences. Thornton shares a story of deception in the South of France, Guntzelman finds herself unexpecte…
- But My Craft (w/ Conor Janda, Misha Brown, and Alistair Ogden)
Host Joel Kim Booster welcomes comedians Conor Janda, Misha Brown, and Alistair Ogden to discuss their dating fiascos, including tales involving Chekhov's tan, ship goggles, and a failed double date.
- Re-Release: So Horny, So Scared (w/ Punkie Johnson, Josh Gondelman, and Skyler Higley)
In this re-released episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster and guests Punkie Johnson, Josh Gondelman, and Skyler Higley recount their most notable dating mishaps. The comedians share humorous and unfortunate experiences from their pas…
- A Diamond In The Hole (w/ Drew Lynch, Giulia Rozzi, and Evan Williams)
In this episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster is joined by comedians Drew Lynch, Giulia Rozzi, and Evan Williams. They discuss memorable dating experiences, including a blind date with an unexpected guest, a single person whose libid…
- Tell Him It’s A Picnic! (w/ Laganja Estranja, Hannah Pilkes, and Maxx Eddy)
In this episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster is joined by guests Laganja Estranja, Hannah Pilkes, and Maxx Eddy to share their most memorable dating disasters. They discuss humorous dating experiences, including one guest's encounte…
- Munch Munching and Crunch Crunching (w/ Oscar Montoya, Zach Noe Towers, and Mano Agapion)
Comedians Oscar Montoya, Zach Noe Towers, and Mano Agapion join host Joel Kim Booster on Bad Dates to discuss their most iconic dating fiascos. The stories include a drug mix-up, an attempted threesome with a couple, and another threesome…
- Speed Dates: Exploration & Adventure (w/ Lisa Gilroy)
Actress and comedian Lisa Gilroy discusses dodgeball, the creation of the show Jury Duty, and life lessons learned from the movie Practical Magic with host Joel Kim Booster. They also touch upon the support of female friends and playfully…
- Husfriend (w/ Sarah Tiana, Adam Rippon, and Chinedu Unaka)
On Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster is joined by Sarah Tiana, Adam Rippon, and Chinedu Unaka to recount memorable dating disasters. Their stories include Sarah's rom-com ending falling apart, Adam ignoring advice, and Chinedu's date interr…
- A Good Amount Of Threesomes (w/ David Gborie, Natalie Cuomo, and Hunter Harris)
On Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster talks with comedians David Gborie & Natalie Cuomo and writer Hunter Harris about their worst dating experiences. Topics include dumpster diving, an Uber trip with a sister wife, and a date involving mult…
- Speed Dates: French People Are Like Cats (w/ Tim Baltz)
On the Bad Dates podcast, host Joel Kim Booster and guest Tim Baltz share stories about Chicagoland roots, proposal photos, gift-giving, and the importance of communication.
- Re-Release: Donkey Crotch (w/ Sean Patton, Chelsea Devantez, and Scott Thompson)
On this re-release of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster and guests Sean Patton, Chelsea Devantez, and Scott Thompson recount memorable dating mishaps. The comedians share stories involving unwelcome romantic advances, artistic entanglements…
- I Believe Fives! (w/ Danielle Perez, Bonnie McFarlane, and James Tom)
On Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster and guests Danielle Perez, Bonnie McFarlane, and James Tom share stories of terrible dates. Topics include an overly close man, a 'Shark Week' experience, a date that wasn't a date, and a search for some…
- Speed Dates: You Are The Stones In My Pocket (w/ Tony Hale)
Host Joel Kim Booster welcomes Tony Hale to discuss his podcast "The Extraordinarians," how he proposed to his wife, the nature of love and commitment, and personal growth within a relationship. Subscribe to the YouTube channel for clips a…
- ChatGHB (w/ Gottmik, Katherine Blanford, and Courtney Michelle)
In this episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster is joined by guests Gottmik, Katherine Blanford, and Courtney Michelle. They discuss memorable dating disasters, including stories about deceit, numerous cats, a substance-themed bathroom…