It's official - women don't need men. They can buy homes, get bank accounts, and live happy, fully satisfied lives without men getting in the way, and men don't like it. In this episode, Sarah and Adam talk about the 4B movement, an anti-dating movement from South Korea, and how it's spreading across the US too. Should crusty "alphas" with unwashed…

Why improve yourself and be a better man when you can just take your mid-level paycheck to a foreign country and be toxic there? This week Adam and Sarah tackle the douchiest douchebags of all time - Passport Bros. (Not literally tackling them - we just talk about why they're misogyny-filled shitbags who should be ashamed of themselves). Also this …

Welcome to an extra special episode of the DKS Podcast from our vault! Sarah's trip to Venezuela has made it impossible to record an episode, so we're pulling a classic from 2019 to share with you. Adam was dating two women, Sarah was having single issues in Nashville, and we called this month "Two-Finger February". Listen, enjoy a classic episode …

This week, Adam and Sarah discuss the costs and expenses involved in being single, dating, and being in a relationship. What precisely is the cost of loving? Also this week, Sarah and Adam talk about their birthdays, make fun of that idiot who's suing women and Facebook for being showcased in "Are We Dating The Same Guy?", answer a voicemail about …

It's Season Seven of the DKS Podcast, and this is the season of the listener! We want your input, your feedback, and your support by sharing, reviewing, and interacting with us as much as possible! Our success comes from the community and we want to foster that community on a whole new level this year. If you haven't given us a 5-star rating and re…

Men have been taking center stage and talking for a long time, and as we strive for equality and equity in society, we head towards the many times in life when men should just stfu and listen. Stop mansplaining, cease playing devil's advocate, quit "just joking", give up trying to fix everything, and shut the fuck up for this fabulous new episode. …

We all know that facing challenges in life makes us more resilient, stronger, more capable, and better at handling whatever life throws at us, but where should those challenges be coming from? This week, Sarah and Adam will discuss whether or not your partner should be the one to challenge you, and if so, when those challenges are appropriate. Also…

With the holidays approaching, depression can set in, for any number of reasons. Whether it's seasonal, situational, or something else, depression is real. But you're not alone, and Sarah and Adam talk about some of the better ways to deal with those holiday doldrums. Also this week, we answer an email from a listener, about an uncommunicative part…

Men love to say that women date by the 6-6-6 rule - they want 6 feet, 6 inches, and 6 figures. But is this true? Is this why men are having difficulty finding dates, or is it their inability to look beyond their type? And is it settling to expand your type? This week, Adam and Sarah will talk about types and why men and women approach them differen…

The amount of ignorance that many adult men (and a handful of women) have with regards to sex, sexual intercourse, and women’s bodies shouldn’t surprise us after seeing a bunch of crusty old white dudes legislate women’s bodies. But be prepared to be shocked at the depths this ignorance can reach. After this episode, Sarah and Adam both agree that …

We're a few years out from the big shutdown due to COVID-19, and we've moved on from being worried about the pandemic to a new normal where we pretend it's not happening anymore. This pandemic has had permanent effects on so many aspects of our lives - what has it done to dating? Sarah and Adam examine whether or not the pandemic has ruined the way…

The Barbie movie is a billion dollar behemoth, and so many men are hemotional about it, recording himsterical podcasts, and throwing himsy fits. Is it warranted? Are men justified in crying about kenough being kenough? This week Sarah and Adam examine the pink feminist phenom and what it says about gender roles, the patriarchy, and horses. Also thi…

Boundaries are essential to any healthy relationship. But when does it transform from a healthy boundary to unhealthy abuse? What is the line between controlling someone's behavior and setting behaviors for a respectful relationship? Sarah and Adam discuss the recent Jonah Hill controversy and talk about why his behavior was not boundary setting an…

Dating apps give you the opportunity to set boundaries with regards to your safety, and when people push or violate those boundaries, it's a huge red flag. Adam and Sarah talk about when it is and is not okay to find someone in real life or on social media when you don't match on a dating app. Also this week, an email from a listener, Adam gets cra…

Tone policing is one of the most pervasive examples of male privilege and systemic misogyny in society today. Why are assertive women called bossy and shamed for their tones when assertive men are promoted? Why is society obsessed with being "ladylike" or polite as a way to censor women, especially women of color, and anyone who's femme-presenting?…

One of the most popular discussions among people in relationships revolves around love languages. While it seems nice to have our relationships tied up in such pretty little bows, the reality is that love languages are trash. The author, a misogynistic homophobic old pastor, created the concept as a way to benefit men, and the more you examine love…

The Facebook Group "Are We Dating The Same Guy?" that's cropped up in every city gives women a way to screen out the dirtbags, sociopaths, and narcissists, or find out if they're dating or married to one, but is there a dark side to it? Sarah and Adam discuss whether these groups are helpful or a potential horror. Also this week, an email from a li…

This week, Sarah and Adam dive into the foul depths of the Internet to bring you some of the darkest and weirdest dating and relationship stories. But that's not all! This week has the Chilean edition of "What to See With Sarah G", a DKS meetup in Seattle on Thursday, June 29th at the Graduate Hotel, a call from the DKS Hotline, AND the podcast pre…

This week, your hosts discuss the concept of pretty privilege. Is it a real thing, and if pretty people do get more advantages in life while the rest of us uggos get nothing, is it actually a privilege or a curse in disguise? Could it be that what we call pretty privilege is actually objectification on a systemic level? Listen and find out! Also th…

Friendships and relationships can be tricky, but one important tool to navigate them is to recognize toxicity and cut it out of your life. This week, your hosts talk about those people in your life with whom you may occasionally get into arguments, and help you identify if it was just your average fight, or is the other person toxic? Also this week…

Before you listen to this episode, call the DKS Hotline at 407-519-0181 and ask us a question! Done? Great. The new trend in toxic man culture and women shaming is a nonsense phrase called "pair bonding" and how it applies to a woman's sex life (never the man's, of course). How much bullshit does this concept contain and how do you counter it when …

With so many layoffs happening and so many people suffering financially, dating can seem daunting. Your hosts talk about the best mindset to have if you're dating while watching your budget, and ways to avoid losing more money while going on dates. Also this week, Sarah goes on a hot girl walk, Adam takes over "What To See" and talks about his Vega…

What's the end goal of a relationship? Does it have to be marriage? After Sarah takes a private trip to Hawaii, does she have big news about her and Roy? You won't want to miss this episode, full of travel tips for Oahu, a caller to the DKS Helpline, Adam's birthday plans, and a hole filled with Sarah's puke. Dating Kinda Sucks is a raw, honest, an…

One important aspect of healthy relationships is the platonic friendships we make, and this week your hosts will explore the tricky topic of how the hell you make friends as an adult? Also this week, Adam talks about grief and teeth, Sarah's got a pussy problem, your hosts answer an email from a listener who's never been kissed, and we explore Sain…

Is paying for everything a red flag? The power of money can create an obligation even in the most innocent of scenarios, but when used maliciously, it creates a false sense of obligation and a dangerous power dynamic. Your hosts give you some tips to navigate the dating world and avoiding the red flags that fly out of men’s wallets. Also in this ep…

There are red flags to watch out for when you first meet someone, and then there are the red flags that don't show up until you're naked and vulnerable in bed with a new partner. Sarah and Adam identify the pre-, post-, and inter-coital warning signs that you don't want to miss. Also this week, your hosts answer an email question from a listener, S…

What is the mullet conundrum? It's the issue you're presented with when the partner you love makes a cosmetic change that you hate. How do you handle it? Sarah and Adam discuss the best actions you can take when faced with . . . the mullet conundrum. Also this week, What To See With Sarah G. looks at Dublin and we take another caller from the DKS H…

Can we stop treating single people, and especially single women, like they’re somehow incomplete? This week, Sarah and Adam talk about stopping the stigma society places on being single. Are you contributing to it? Also this week, Sarah tells us what to see in Nashville, Adam’s about to give up on Utah dating, and we take another call from the DKS …

They say that one of the best ways to test a relationship is to go on vacation together (that or shop at IKEA). Sarah and Adam give you some great tips for making the most out of traveling, setting expectations for your couple's vacay, and staying together and happy while you travel. Also this week, Sarah's leaving Nashville for good, Adam's giving…

Originally aired on February 2022. If narcissists and abusers had a rule book, rule number one would be “Love bomb.” The act of love bombing flatters, entices, and manipulates, and most of us have fallen victim to it at least once in our lives. But how do you recognize it and how do you avoid the romantic terrorists in the world who bomb the hell o…

For centuries, the concept of virginity has been used to subjugate women and shame men, and it’s time to get rid of these concepts. Adam and Sarah talk about why virginity is a misogynistic, purity culture nonsense concept that only serves to harm others, mislead children, and enable toxic men. Also in this episode, Adam goes on another date in Uta…

Groundhogging is the idea that you keep dating the same type over and over again, expecting a different result. It's important to assess why your type is the type you're attracted to, and if it's toxic, it's time to change. Learn how to do what's best for your dating life! Also in this episode, we have a new travel-based segment called "What To See…

The DKS summer break continues with another classic episode from October 2019! Pick-up artists aren't artists of any kind. They're pathetic garbage humans who rely on bullshit ideologies and slavishly follow in the tiny shallow footsteps of losers who give themselves nicknames like "Mystery" and "Juggle" while spouting out theories on getting laid …

Dating Kinda Sucks is on a brief summer break, but bringing back a classic episode from the DKS Vault that will help you identify if you have gaslighting people in your life. Sarah certainly did! Also in this classic episode from 2019, Adam is about to get his heart broken by two different people, and our optimism and carefree attitudes seem out of…

In this week's Conversation About, Sarah and Adam talk with Chloe Veitch about dating as a reality TV star. In April 2020 Essex-born Chloe became lockdown-famous when ‘Too Hot To Handle’, the Netflix series she starred in, went viral around the world. The reality dating show that penalised contestants for any physical contact quickly outpaced the c…

We all know to look out for red flags, but what are some of the positive attributes that might indicate a potential partner is good for you? This week, Sarah and Adam explore the green flags that present themselves with healthy individuals. Also this week, we reveal Master of None's real name, Sarah climbs a volcano, and Adam launches season 3 of h…

That green monster jealousy can seep into any relationship, but is there ever a time when we should welcome it with open arms? Sarah and Adam explore whether or not jealousy can ever be healthy, and the answer might surprise you! Also this week: Adam finds a love for cuddling, Sarah avoids being sold into white girl slavery, and we have a new quest…

With Sarah traveling around Guatemala, Adam has taken over the studio, locked himself in and gone on an uninterrupted 75-minute rant. If you’re preparing your arguments for incoming mansplaining, if you’re a man who is trying to do better or if you have a man or boy in your life who is trying to move on from misogyny, this episode is for you! Datin…

Too many people enter a relationship thinking that they're entitled to something they're not. Send this episode to those people, as Sarah and Adam explain how subversive coercion can be in violating someone's consent, especially when both parties are married or in a relationship. They explore many of the subtle ways that toxic partners use coercion…

Are you feeling stagnant on the dating apps? It's probably time to take a break, reassess your situation, and refresh your profile! Sarah and Adam give you some insider tips into why a dating profile revitalization can yield more higher quality matches for you. Also this week - our first caller to the DKS Hotline, Sarah suffers a scare and Adam mee…

Are you in a relationship with a few ups and downs or are you trapped in a toxic relationship that's only going to drag you down with it? In this episode of Dating Kinda Sucks, Sarah and Adam go through some of the clear signs that your relationship may be toxic, and you should escape as quickly as possible. Also in this episode - the DKS hotline i…

The rights of American people with uteruses are at risk of being completely lost thanks to disingenuous groups of insidious people who purport to care about human life but demonstrate the opposite with every fetid breath. This week, Sarah and Adam express their support for every woman, trans man, and non-binary person to choose what's right for the…

So many dating coaches, pick-up artists, and article writers come up with dating rules that are at the very best, outdated, and at their worst, reductive nonsense that don't serve to benefit anyone. This week, Sarah and Adam go through some of the worst offenders and explain why setting rules for dating will rarely enhance your romantic prospects. …

In this week’s Conversation About, Sarah and Adam talk to Kelsey Jay, an Executive Assistant in Los Angeles. She is a sober, tattooed human, mild Disney adult and lover of cowboy boots with all outfits, and you can find her on TikTok at http://www.tiktok.com/@mydadisheretopickmeup and Instagram at http://www.instagram.com/mydadisheretopickmeup! One…

In a world of dating apps, socially structured meetups, online communities, and more, it's amazing that many men still feel entitled to interrupt women in public. This week, Adam and Sarah talk about how important it is to leave women alone, why men should stop feeling entitled to a woman's time and space, and how toxic it is to get defensive and d…

In this week’s Conversation About, Sarah and Adam talk to the delightful Dr. Aditi Paul, a New York-based professor and mixed-methods researcher. She uses her background in technology and relationship science to examine the impact of social media and dating apps on personal relationships. Aditi’s research has been published in top academic journals…

Plenty of people deride dating apps, but the fact is that they're just a tool, and using them properly can yield plenty of results for lots of different goals. This week, Sarah and Adam talk about all of the hidden benefits of dating apps that you might never have discovered on your own! Also this week, vagina gel and Adam will break up with your d…

In this week's Conversation About, Adam and Sarah are joined by the dynamic and highly entertaining Elisabeth Donaldson, a multi-talented creative who creates fantastic content about relationships, men, women, dating, and everything in between. You're going to love this frank and hilarious discussion about the world of acting, being a self-professe…

Do men actually like women? It’s a question being asked more and more frequently by women facing systemic misogyny and constant harassment and degradation, and after doing plenty of research, we’ve got the answer! Also this week: Sarah spills some Colombian tea, if you know what we mean, and Adam reenters society but with his fly zipped up this tim…

Is social media bad for relationships, or is it only toxic and insecure people who think so? Sarah and Adam talk about the role social media plays in dating and relationships, the benefits and detriments, and what to do if your relationship is negatively affected by social media. Also this week, Adam goes on an embarrassing date, Sarah almost pukes…