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Bad At Love Podcast

92 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 36 ratings

Love and life is not a fairytale...and that's okay.

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Episode 48: The Minnesotan Goodbye

January 13, 2022 23:41 - 1 hour - 66.7 MB

There's an expectation here in Minnesota and I’m sure in other states, that when you are leaving a social gathering, that the first "goodbye" is not the last. Usually, it takes about 20 additional minutes to get out of the door. This phenomenon is called "The Minnesota Goodbye". It's akin to, "no, you hang up".  It is with that notion in mind that Tamu & Mallory have decided to say "goodbye" to Bad at Love Podcast.  In this final episode, they talk about the cost of being single with the he...

Episode 47: Sexy Beasts

August 09, 2021 12:00 - 38 minutes - 35 MB

We’re baaaaaaccccccckkk! If anything could bring us out of the grimness that is 2021 and back to the mics, it has to be Netflix’s new “dating show”, “Sexy Beasts.” We watch all six episodes so you NEVER have to. Moral to the Story: This is a Sophie's Choice of dating for thin, fit, hot people. You may have chosen the hot Beaver, but what if the hot Manatee was even hotter?! Besides trying to survive this hell scape, what have we been up to since September? Mallory is becoming a gaming di...

Episode 46: Daily Mental Breakdowns

September 28, 2020 12:27 - 1 hour - 60.5 MB

Let's face it, it has been a pretty crap week for women. Mallory and Tamu talk about the travesty that was the indictment of the police officer who shot through Breonna Taylor's walls, but not for shooting her. They also touch on a little tiny news story about women on the verge of losing all of their reproductive rights with the new conservative Supreme Court. No biggie, right?! Moral to the Story: *sigh* History is repeating itself people, we have to come together and fight as one.  

Episode 45: This is Not Antiracism Woodstock with Antiracist Parenting Podcast

September 21, 2020 12:29 - 1 hour - 62.1 MB

Mallory and Tamu were joined by Hannah and SooJin of the Antiracist Parenting Podcast in the first of what we can hope are many conversations about what Antiracism is, how to related to individuals who might not be "there" and how it is possible for us all to move about the world as Antiracist humans. Moral to the Story: The meaning of Sankofa - "You must reach back to reclaim that which is lost in order to move forward." So Tired of Having this be a Moral to the Story: Arrest the police ...

Episode 44: An Unrequited Love Affair with America

September 10, 2020 00:47 - 1 hour - 57.9 MB

This week, well, really two weeks ago, Tamu and Mallory discussed Black America's unrequited love affair with the rest of America. Mallory was also having a tough time dealing with the world that week; Jacob Blake's shooting left her feeling hopeless. While Tamu was dismayed and truly disgusted by the naturalization stunt the RNC decided to portray on TV, hope was on the horizon because Doc Rivers made her dad decide register to vote for the first time in his life. Moral to the Story: If T...

Episode 43: Never-Ending Battles

August 27, 2020 14:48 - 1 hour - 57.9 MB

This week Tamu and Mallory discuss the aftermath of Mallory's Saturday night "The Postman" live Tweet event and her bringing this terrible, yet timely film back to life. Tamu wrestles with work microaggressions and coming to terms with not making excuses for feeling how she feels about racism. In Kentucky, the cops who murdered Breonna Taylor probably had a BBQ instead of prison food--AGAIN! Moral to the Story: Believe Black women. Support Black women. Protect Black Women. Never-ending Ve...

Episode 42: These Letters Mean Something

August 17, 2020 19:17 - 48 minutes - 43.3 MB

In a week of taking the good with the bad, the bad sort of won out for Tamu & Mallory. With the Congress taking a vacation in the middle of the pandemic and leaving millions questioning whether they can keep a roof over their heads and feed themselves and families, the crushing battle for the vote landing in the lap of the US Postal Service and the rebirth of birtherism; it is a wonder they made it to Friday with some semblance of sanity. At least they share a theme song with Kamala Harris a...

Episode 41: I'm Just Gonna Ride My Bike Now

August 11, 2020 23:21 - 1 hour - 76.8 MB

This week, Tamu & Mallory are joined by special guest, Aaron (gusband of Tamu) to discuss WTF is going on in the world and how we are coping with it. Moral to the Story: You know what is not ok? Traumatizing children! Never-ending Very Special Moral to the Story: Arrest the police officers who murdered Breonna Taylor! Other Fun Topics Discussed: The soundtrack to Tamu's 20s, Mary J. Blige's My Life is 25 WAP Forever First Lady is sad just like us: Michelle Obama's depression confessio...

Episode 40: Cheeky Devil

August 03, 2020 19:25 - 1 hour - 61.1 MB

This week, Tamu and Mallory continue to be confounded by life as we know it. Tamu learns that it is okay to allow herself space and permission to grieve, be angry, be joyful, be sad during this time of dramatic shifts in culture. Mallory, who is reeling from making her leg 13mm longer, really wants to be Scottish. Also, enjoy the 5 minutes of laughter that hearkens back to a simpler time in 2019. Moral to the Story: Sometimes, take a moment and turn your underwear around. Never-ending Very...

Episode 39: Five Words

July 27, 2020 16:33 - 1 hour - 55.1 MB

This week, the healing continues! Tamu and Mallory discuss the insanity that is the world we live in and try to figure out what's wrong with kids (and grown-ass adults) these days. Mallory also explains what HIPAA is so folks can stop using it incorrectly when defending their "right" not to wear a mask. Moral to the Story: In less than 100 days, you have a choice to make, go out and make the right one. VOTE! Second Moral to the Story: Wear a G-damn mask! Very Special Moral to the Story: A...

Episode 38: My Heart Belongs to Rona

July 20, 2020 20:56 - 1 hour - 58.5 MB

This week in current events discussions, Tamu and Mallory talk Covid-19 and insanity of not wearing masks. Moral to the Story: The fabric of America is so worn, it is see-through! Second Moral to the Story: Wear a G-damn mask! Very Special Moral tot he Story: Arrest the police officer who murdered Breonna Taylor! One Fun Thing During This Abysmal Time: Mallory details the SECOND time she was hit on in her building. DONATE! DONATE! DONATE! Minneapolis is getting its ONLY Black-owned bo...

Episode 37: Floundering

June 29, 2020 17:44 - 1 hour - 54.7 MB

 The ladies admit they are not okay and just getting by these days. They continue their conversation about how they have been impacted by the exposure of America's dirty not-so-secret history of white supremacy and systemic racism. Also Mallory got asked on a date in these Covid times! Moral to the Story: BLACK TRANS LIVES MATTER! Bonus Moral to the Story: ARREST THE COPS WHO KILLED BREONNA TAYLOR!   One Fun Thing: Back when we were just trying to survive Covid isolation, Tamu and Mallor...

Episode 36: The Long & Bitter but Beautiful Struggle

June 22, 2020 14:17 - 1 hour - 47.6 MB

Tamu and Mallory have a conversation about the devastating and change-making events that have rocked their Twin Cities of Minneapolis & St. Paul, the nation, and the world in the past three weeks. Moral to the Story: BLACK LIVES MATTER! DONATE, DONATE, DONATE! Reclaim the Block has a Google doc listing Minneapolis/St.Paul organizations you can donate to. The Strategist has a comprehensive list of organizations that you can support based on your interests. Donate locally to ensure funds ...

Episode 35: Advice from a "World" Traveler

December 09, 2019 13:21 - 48 minutes - 49.2 MB

In our final episode of the season, we recap Tamu's European trip which was chocked full of cobblestone, hills and steps! Moral to the Story: We only go around this Earth once. Treat yo'self. Don't cheap out on your vacations. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Get to Know Us: Justin Timberlake's recent "poor lack of judgement" sparked this week's question - Would you let your man hold another woman's hand? The consensus was, "I guess". Tamu got Prik in Amsterdam. Sometimes being a tourist ca...

Flutter: Making It Through The Wilderness

December 02, 2019 13:19 - 16 minutes - 16.8 MB

Join Tamu and Mallory as they recount their very first times. Moral to the Story: Have that sex test results convo before diving into the festivities. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Tamu and Mallory were both late bloomers. We are conditioned via pop culture to believe you should be between ages 15 - 18 when you loose your virginity. Old men are gross and disgusting. Mallory planned her first time and went for it with gusto and actually enjoyed herself. Tamu's planned first time was with...

Episode 34: 36 Questions to Idris Elba

November 25, 2019 13:22 - 45 minutes - 48.4 MB

  This week Tamu & Mallory discuss 36 Questions to Love and how their answering these questions over wine in 2015 laid the foundation for their friendship. Moral to the Story: You can use these questions to develop a foundation regardless of relationship. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Get to Know Us: Have you used scents to try an attract people? Perfumes are bad for you. Tamu loved original Dolce & Gabanna Scent trails - that time on the jetway when someone farted. Chemical smells giv...

Flutter: Break Up Escape

November 18, 2019 13:21 - 20 minutes - 21.3 MB

New York Magazine's, The Cut article, "8 TV Shows to Watch After a Breakup" sparked a lovely conversation about TV shows watched by Tamu and Mallory during the dark times of relationships end. Moral to the Story: Breakup shows are good for a time, but, when you end up hating them, it means you have moved on. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Planet Earth makes Tamu grateful to be a human and not an animal. Noah's Arc was an AMAZING show and should still be on TV. Mallory's Feel Good Shows: Pa...

Episode Thirty-Three: Braving the Wilderness

November 11, 2019 12:48 - 1 hour - 70.6 MB

As a part of Tamu's personal growth journey, she chose to read Brene Brown's, Braving the Wilderness then thought it would be good idea to read for the podcast at some point. The timing was astounding, as it was read during a week of mass shootings at the end of July into August and the book served as basis to try and understand why these tragedies continue to occur and how we can work in our own small ways to make change. Moral to the Story: Listen to try to understand in the same way we w...

Flutter: Kittenfishing

November 05, 2019 12:31 - 21 minutes - 21.4 MB

Tamu and Mallory discussed the lesser known, but all to commonplace concept of kittenfishing thanks to the Huffington Post article, "If You're Dating, You've Almost Undoubtedly Been Kittenfished." Moral to the Story: You don't have to lie about who you are--we will find out. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Kittenfishing was created by Hinge. It means, someone who presents themselves unrealistically using Photoshop, older, albeit younger pictures, etc. Calling it "kittenfishing" makes it soun...

Episode Thirty-Two: Justice Flowers with a Side of Ranch

October 28, 2019 12:15 - 1 hour - 73.7 MB

Hannah joins us to talk about her Social Justice Book Club. Moral to the Story: It is important to keep lines of communication open to strengthen relationships. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Local Business Shout-Out: Sociable Cider Werks. Get to Know Us: Weird Food Combos - Hannah loves ranch on everything! Mallory eats Fritos with cottage cheese. Tamu eats most things out of a bowl with a spoon. #WePodcastLikeThis - baby shark edition How do you maintain relationships when you have dive...

Flutter: Social Justice Book Club with Hannah C.

October 21, 2019 11:55 - 24 minutes - 25.5 MB

Our Emotional Intelligence consultant, Hannah (see Episode 25: My Life is the Mmmbop Song) launched a Social Justice Book Club at the Golden Valley Public Library in Minneapolis. We talk how Hannah selects books for her book club and get insights on her motivation for starting it. Moral to the Story: Change can effect not just family, but those around you. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Twin Cities Pilgrimage Dakota Sacred Sites Tour Yes Virginia, there was slavery in Minnesota. Future Bo...

Episode Thirty-One: I See London, I See France...Alone

October 14, 2019 11:59 - 1 hour - 76.9 MB

Tiffany from (A)broad in Education and super special guest Thuan (check out his foodie Instagram @travel2f00d) join us to discuss being American while traveling solo. Moral to the Story: Travel makes you different. Other Fun Topics Discuss: Tamu is traveling to Europe. Tiffany has two volumes of photos from her trips. Tamu's flight anxiety. Group consensus: there is plenty to do to keep you distracted on flights. Geography. Tiffany's Collage: Smoking in Amsterdam Food tastes better ...

Episode Thirty: Shit Happens During the Day...Literally

October 08, 2019 11:45 - 46 minutes - 49 MB

Once again, it started as an innocent Get To Know Us question and turned into a full-blown episode. We are joined by Tiffany from (A)broad in Education and super special guest Thuan (check out his foodie Instagram @travel2f00d) for a robust discussion about the ridiculous expense of bras, underwear cleanliness/rotation, and going commando. Moral to the Story: Buy new underwear every six months, don't be like us and have them for years. Other Fun Topics Discussed: The most money spent on a...

Flutter: Maintaining Relationship During Travels

September 30, 2019 12:13 - 27 minutes - 29.6 MB

Tamu is off to Europe for two whole months! Tiffany from (A)broad in Education joins Mallory as they talk about the difficulties of maintaining relationships while traveling, after traveling, and how a lot of it can be in your head when you simply realize that life happens. Moral to the Story: Keeping in touch can be difficult. But when you stay connected, life flourishes.

Flutter: Try the Bacon! Advice to Tamu in Europe

September 23, 2019 12:04 - 16 minutes - 17.3 MB

Tamu is off to Europe for two whole months! Tiffany from (A)broad in Education and super special guest Thuan (check out his foodie Instagram @travel2f00d) join Mallory in giving her advice for her travels. Moral to the Story: Say yes and don't be afraid to go off your plan. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Find the Blue Light District in Amsterdam. Get tickets for attractions in advanced. Visit the Anne Frank house. Watching Van Gogh come to life at Atelier des Lumieres in France. Try the ...

Episode Twenty-Nine: How to Date Men When You Hate Men: The Book of Contradictions

September 16, 2019 12:01 - 1 hour - 66.2 MB

We read Blythe Roberson's How to Date Men When You Hate Men basically because Mallory hates dudes and we want to get to the bottom of it. Moral to the Story: Times are a changin'! You can write your own story when it comes to relationships. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Get to Know Us: Relationship flashbacks. What do you do when you are triggered into a relationship memory? Wish them well even if they are assholes. #WePodcastLikeThis Hair Colorist Shout Out -  to Shelly Rae of Paper Hai...

Episode Twenty-Eight: Be Honest to Get What You Desire and Deserve

September 09, 2019 11:51 - 1 hour - 69.7 MB

This week we talk with our friend and author of Reclaiming Choice: Awakening Peace and Power from Within, Gretchen about not compromising on your deal-breakers in relationships. BTW, she is also the lovely woman who let us record season one at her house. Moral to the Story: You don't have to jump into dating immediately after a breakup. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Get to Know Us: What should the legal smoking age be? 18 or 21? Our consensus was 19. Tamu is going to try a hash brownie wh...

Flutter: Not Going to Have Sex to that Weird Pac Man Song

September 02, 2019 13:58 - 26 minutes - 28.4 MB

This week we are talkin' 'bout the songs that maybe shouldn't be played when the mood strikes thanks to the Huff Post article, 20 Songs You Should Never Pay During Sex.  Moral to the Story: Red flags can also be found in playlists. Other Fun Topics Discussed: The Toy Story toys probably have jizz on them. Mallory has her own version of Baby Shark. Tamu doesn't know anything by Tom Waits. The Star Spangled Banner is racist. Mallory knows someone who would bang to the song, Tears in Hea...

Episode Twenty-Seven: It's Too Late, Mariah

August 26, 2019 11:46 - 44 minutes - 44.5 MB

 Originally, this was supposed to be a Flutter, but there was so much to say, it became its own episode. We are joined by friend and benefactress (we recorded season one at her house), Gretchen to discuss compassion, forgiveness, and moving on from people in our families who have hurt us in the past that are now facing their own mortality. Moral to the Story: Forgiveness doesn't require face-to-face interactions, it can be done individually and energetically. Other Fun Topics Discussed: J...

Flutter: Suck It, Tommy! Your Mom's a Douche.

August 19, 2019 11:47 - 16 minutes - 16.8 MB

This week we are joined by friend and special guest, Gretchen to discuss a woman who lost her shit at Disney waiting on line for a pretzel with her 3-year-old and took to Facebook to vent her frustrations on single, childless people...and their short shorts. Moral to the Story: PACK FUCKING SNACKS! Other Fun Topics Discussed: Mallory equates dogs to toddlers and toddlers to drunk adults. Gretchen went to Niagara Falls in utero and shockingly doesn't remember it. We would love to hear wh...

Episode: Bad at Love & St. Paul Filmcast Watch The Heiress

August 12, 2019 11:44 - 1 hour - 66.3 MB

We attempt to put on our film critics caps and watch the 1949 classic, "The Heiress" with actual film buff, Nick from St. Paul Filmcast. Movie Moral to the Story: Based on this movie and countless other movies, it is easier to love a pretty person than and ugly person. Our Moral to the Story: Awkward can be beautiful. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Get to Know Us: What moving setting would we live in? Nick would definitely not live in the DC Universe. He might choose living in Middle Earth...

Flutter: Legolas Learns From His Past Mistakes WITHOUT Mallory

August 05, 2019 11:43 - 17 minutes - 18.3 MB

Former love of Mallory's life, Orlando Bloom is now betrothed to Katy Perry. Those two crazy kids have decided to the take the slow road to marriage by having a long engagement. We discuss whether this is just Hottie Bloom's ploy to wait for Mallory to run into him at a "Con" and steal his heart or if he and Katy are just doing a super healthy thing by taking their time. Moral to the Story: Getting married to fix an issue in a relationship won't work. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Mallory l...

Episode 25: My Life is an Mmmbop Song

July 29, 2019 11:34 - 1 hour - 69.8 MB

This week we dig into the results of our emotional intelligence tests! Moral to the Story: Not everyone thinks like you. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Get To Know Us: we talk about childhood songs. Tamu blows Mallory away with the disco version of "C is for Cookie" off of Sesame Street Disco Fever. Mallory remembers the racist version of "This Land is Your Land" from junior high school. We can't help but feel we broke our lovely EQ coach, Hannah. #WePodcastLikeThis with Dave Matthews' Dre...

Flutter: What Color is Your Emotional Strengths That Move Your Cheese?

July 22, 2019 11:45 - 20 minutes - 21.5 MB

This week we talk about the pending results of our emotional intelligence tests. Moral to the Story: EQ tests are an indicator of where you are today, your traits can change over time, that is called "growth". Other Fun Topics Discussed: Tamu thinks her results will be the worst. Jim has to edit our last podcast episode if Tamu and Mallory find out they are not compatible and kill each other. Mallory feels personality tests are used as excuses by people who never choose to grow. Tamu w...

Episode 24: Maybe It's Maybelline, Shellac, and Paper Mache

July 15, 2019 11:33 - 1 hour - 64 MB

 Thanks to The Cut's article, "How Many Bones Would You Break to Get Laid?" Tamu learns all about Incels and the lengths they will go to reach the impossible dream of being a "Chad". Moral to the Story: You are beautiful as you are unless you are a terrible person. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Getting to know us: What is your silly aspiration? For Tamu, it would be to marry Idris Elba. For Mallory it would be wine and cheese with Jeff Goldblum. Since that seemed realistic, she switched it ...

Flutter: A Glamorous Barf And Fall

July 08, 2019 11:57 - 24 minutes - 25.1 MB

Have you even pulled a Sandra Dee from Grease to attract a boy/girl? We talk about the times we tried to put our freakum dresses to bag dudes and the amazing fails that occurred as a result. Moral to the Story: It never goes well when you try to change yourself for others. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Check your shoes for cardboard. Tamu's Hulu Show not in development: The Handslut's Tale. We did not meet the band members from Justin Timberlake's 20/20 Experience Tour. Mallory's Terribl...

Episode 23: And for Love's Sake...Reduce your Expectations

July 01, 2019 12:17 - 1 hour - 67.1 MB

 This week we talk sex, relationships and what cheating means thanks to the help of Dax Shepard's Armchair Expert episode with psychotherapist Esther Perel. Moral to the Story: Strive to the the best human you can be; it is ok to be vulnerable and communicate. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Get to know Tamu and Mallory: Tamu flips the script and asks Mallory the hard hitting question that dominated the internet for maybe 3 whole days; do you wash your legs when you take a shower? Some key ta...

Flutter: Always Be Prepared...TO CHEAT

June 24, 2019 11:58 - 26 minutes - 27.2 MB

This week we talk about cheating and what is means to each of us, respectively. Moral to the Story: It is imperative to have open communication in a relationship. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Is the old adage, "Once a cheater, always a cheater" true? Tamu questions her experience of cheating on White 1 (still getting the damn names confused!) A chair falls in the middle of the episode!

Episode 22: 84 Invites: Jim and Ben's Wedding

June 17, 2019 11:59 - 1 hour - 88.7 MB

Right before they popped off to the land of tea & crumpets, Jim and Ben stopped by for one last in-person recording session to talk about their wedding. Apologies in advance to the Brits for our terrible English accents. Moral to the Story: Marriage has to be based on fake news otherwise no one would do it. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Ben explains the arduous emigration process. Tamu & Mallory cried at the courthouse wedding video. San Diego Shout Outs: To the wedding venue, Bahia Resor...

Flutter: Flying Solo at a Wedding

June 10, 2019 11:53 - 18 minutes - 19.7 MB

It is Wedding Season!!! Tamu and Mallory talk about going to and being in weddings as a single person. Moral to the Story: Go. Do it. You will be fine. Also, be nice to the other solo fliers at the wedding. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Tamu goes to Jim & Ben's wedding. Mallory got a sword as best man. Mallory's new side hustle: Geek Chic Wedding Planner Mallory and the groomsman, a first dance tale. Ambiverts unite! The More You Know: Want to feel fabulous? Go to a gay wedding. New ...

Episode 21: Dirty Deeds, Dirty John

June 03, 2019 11:48 - 1 hour - 68.2 MB

After watching the Bravo mini series Dirty John, and listening to the Wondery podcast that inspired it, Tamu had to have Mallory at least listen to the podcast. Moral to the Story: It is easy to ignore red flags when you really want something or someone. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Learn about us: Mallory asked a morbid question about what you want done with your body after you die. It's either fireworks, trees, space travel, or diamonds for us. The More You Know About Mallory's Friends:...

Flutter: Reading Porn-Bow

May 27, 2019 12:21 - 37 minutes - 39.1 MB

This week, Tamu and Mallory tackle the truth behind being a porn star in an article from Huffpost Life called All The Ways Porn Lied to You, According to Actual Porn Stars, and watch Red Table Talk's episode about relationships with porn. Moral to the Story: Let's not stigmatize it, and realize that porn is meant to be a fantasy, which is how people get addicted. You need to communicate to have that bombin', intimate sex life. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Pretty much everything in porn isn...

Episode 20: Romantic Gestures. They're Creepy Unless You Like The Person

May 20, 2019 11:40 - 59 minutes - 62.8 MB

It all started with Offset trying to get Cardi B. back in December with his literal showstopping display of affections. We attempt to get down to the root cause of why Offset felt it was OK to do this by analyzing some of the most romantic gestury movies in pop culture. Moral to the Story: To be a successful grand gesturer, you know your audience. Take some time to get to know people first. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Get to know us: We have never been romantic gestured or jestered. Mall...

Flutter: Spoiler Alert! You Don't Need A Boyfriend To Watch Game of Thrones

May 13, 2019 11:43 - 21 minutes - 22.2 MB

SPOILERS AHEAD FOR GAME OF THRONES AND AVENGERS: ENDGAME...Sorry Jim. We read a Huffington Post article, "I Can't Believe This Stupid Reason Almost Kept Me From Watching 'Game of Thrones'" in which the author bravely explained that she felt she couldn't watch Game of Thrones because she didn't have a boyfriend. To which we said, "Oh hell no!" Moral to the Story: Watch whatever you want. Don't let society make you feel like you can't. Other Fun Topics Discussed:  Tamu is very upset about ...

Episode Nineteen: We're Probably Too Cynical For This Book

May 06, 2019 12:10 - 1 hour - 72.9 MB

This week we read Lane Moore's book, How To Be Alone If You Want To, And Even If You Don't and realized that while we may agreed with some of the concepts,  we might just be too cynical for this book. Moral to the Story: Be the person you want to be/see, but with boundaries because people can still be dicks. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Get to know Tamu and Mallory: Mallory has 4 pairs of shoes and refuses to buy a pesky 5th pair because she would have the burden of packing it when she mov...

Flutter: Men on Tinder: Dating Conundrum

April 29, 2019 11:23 - 19 minutes - 20.2 MB

Continuing on the Tinder theme from last week's episode, we break down Lane Moore's Guardian article, "What I've learned about men from from countless hours of Tinder". Moral to the Story: Think of dating as the cute, yet uncomfortable shoes you have to wear to find love. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Dudes will never reach out to you quickly...EVER. Different strokes for different folks. Mallory admits to hating dudes right now.

Episode 18: Swiper, No Swiping

April 22, 2019 12:46 - 1 hour - 79.4 MB

This week we pick up where episode 17 left off and dive into the current dating culture by watching the HBO documentary, "Swiped: Hooking up in the Digital Age." Let's just say, dating is hard out in these streets. Moral to the Story: Don't hate the player, change the game. Other Fun Topics Discussed: The drunken adventures of Mallory and Tamu. Epic side bar: Mallory learns the book she read as a child called, "Little Black Sambo" is indeed racist. Dicktures and Pusstures are for YOUR E...

Flutter: What We've Learned About Love So Far

April 15, 2019 12:33 - 16 minutes - 18.5 MB

It has been a year since the ladies of Bad at Love Podcast started their quest to bust down the myth of the fairytale and perhaps become better people in the process. So, where are they now? Moral to the Story: We deserve respect and to have people in our lives who make us better. Other Fun Topics Discussed: Mallory is less angry than she was a year ago and has learned she can walk away from an ignorant comment or stupid conversation. Tamu is working on being fine with being alone. Crime...

Episode 17: How Cis White People Pick Each Other Up

April 08, 2019 12:41 - 50 minutes - 55.1 MB

This week we watched Discovery Channel's 2009, "The Science of Sex Appeal" documentary and learned all sorts of sexy science things. Genetics and hormones are a bitch, y'all. Moral to the Story: Science experiments lack diversity and inclusion. Other Fun Topics Discussed:  It all starts with the face. Golden Ratio is the equation of perfection We all start out symmetrical in the womb, but factors like not eating enough kale or coughing can cause asymmetry. Curves = health and fertility...

Flutter: I'll Be There For You, 'Cause You're There For Me, Too

April 01, 2019 12:41 - 14 minutes - 16.6 MB

New season. New Flutters. This week, we are shouting out our expanding podcast community! Please show these amazing podcasts love by liking, rating, reviewing and sharing them. Moral to the Story: We would be nowhere without the support of our podcast family! Other Fun Topics Discussed: These lovely Twitter groups have restored Mallory's faith in social media...at least in Twitter. Listen to our Pod Friends: Mouse and Weens Explain to Me St. Paul Filmcast The "Meme"ing of it All (A)...

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