We learn gender long before we understand it. The way we’re supposed to walk, talk, dress, express emotion, flirt, lead, soften, hold back. So much of it comes from the world around us - our homes, our culture, media, school hallways, locker rooms. And for a lot of us, the roles we were handed never really fit.
In this week’s episode of Friends with Benefits, Ty and Quai get into how gender shaped them growing up and how they’ve been unlearning it ever since. They share what it looked like to move from performing masculinity or femininity to actually asking: Who am I when I’m not trying to prove anything?
This conversation is thoughtful, a little tender, a little funny, and full of honesty. A reminder that identity isn’t about choosing one side. It’s about making room for your full self.
FWB Links: Friends with Benefits Podcast — Bio Site
Quai Links: Quai — Bio Site
Ty Links: TY — Bio Site
Contact Us: info@friendswithbenefitspod.com
Special Thanks
Special Thanks to Symal Creative Inc. for their amazing podcast production services!
Special Thanks to Abaddon for producing our theme song!
Special Thanks to Brett from Wanderers' Woodcraft for building our beautiful wooden "FWB" centerpiece!
Dating apps were supposed to make connection easier, but sometimes, it just feels like emotional cardio.
In this week’s episode of Friends with Benefits, Ty and Quai unpack the ups, downs, and dizzying in-betweens of online dating. From the thrill of matching with someone new to the burnout that comes after too many ghostings, they get real about what happens when swiping starts to feel like work.
They open up about their own experiences. The hope, the exhaustion, the endless comparisons and why so many of us are craving something real again. Because behind every clever bio and perfectly curated photo, there’s a person trying to be seen.
This episode is equal parts laughter and honesty, offering a reminder that dating apps aren’t good or bad - they’re just tools. The question is: how are you using them, and when do you know it’s time to log off?
FWB Links: Friends with Benefits Podcast — Bio Site
Quai Links: Quai — Bio Site
Ty Links: TY — Bio Site
Contact Us: info@friendswithbenefitspod.com
Special Thanks
Special Thanks to Symal Creative Inc. for their amazing podcast production services!
Special Thanks to Abaddon for producing our theme song!
Special Thanks to Brett from Wanderers' Woodcraft for building our beautiful wooden "FWB" centerpiece!
This one's for everyone. For the artists and the entrepreneurs, to remind you that you're not alone, and that we get you.
And for those who aren't, but love, support, or are simply curious about someone who chose this path. Take a listen. Step into their shoes. You might see the world, and them, a little differently.
Some people crave stability. Others crave meaning. We just happen to be two of the latter.
In this week’s episode of Friends with Benefits, Quai and Ty open up about what it's really like to choose the unconventional path. The one that doesn't come with a blueprint or a guaranteed paycheck. From late-night rehearsals to secret business launches, they share the highs, the doubts, and the deep fulfillment that comes with building a life around passion instead of predictability.
They talk about the pressure to "prove yourself" when people don’t understand your choices, the exhaustion of balancing creativity with real life, and the peace that comes from knowing you’re doing what you’re meant to do, even when it’s hard.
Because being an artist or entrepreneur isn’t about chasing perfection.
It’s about choosing yourself, again and again.
FWB Links: Friends with Benefits Podcast — Bio Site
Quai Links: Quai — Bio Site
Ty Links: TY — Bio Site
Contact Us: info@friendswithbenefitspod.com
Special Thanks
Special Thanks to Symal Creative Inc. for their amazing podcast production services!
Special Thanks to Abaddon for producing our theme song!
Special Thanks to Brett from Wanderers' Woodcraft for building our beautiful wooden "FWB" centerpiece!
Friends with Benefits is the unfiltered, curiosity-driven podcast hosted by best friends Quai Myers and Ty Dasberg. Two creatives exploring the messy, meaningful, and magnetic parts of being human.
Their chemistry is undeniable, their banter is razor-sharp, and their playful insults could double as love letters. From laughter that leaves you wheezing to moments that might make you tear up, this show takes you through every emotion and then some.
Each week, they dive into conversations about friendship, love, jealousy, identity, careers, and the beauty of nontraditional paths, peeling back the layers with honesty, humour, and heart.
Friends with Benefits is as entertaining as it is thought-provoking — a reminder that when you choose curiosity over judgment, connection always wins.
We’ve all been told that jealousy means you care. That it’s passion, proof of love, even a sign of loyalty. But what if it’s just… draining?
In this week’s episode of Friends with Benefits, Quai and Ty dive into the truth about jealousy. Why we’ve never subscribed to it, how culture glamourizes it, and what happens when you finally stop mistaking control for connection.
They share personal stories of being with jealous partners, the exhaustion that came with it, and how they learned to spot the red flags early. Through laughter, reflection, and a little tough love, they explore what real security looks like, why peace is the new passion, and how to build love that feels free, not fearful.
FWB Links: Friends with Benefits Podcast — Bio Site
Quai Links: Quai — Bio Site
Ty Links: TY — Bio Site
Contact Us: info@friendswithbenefitspod.com
Special Thanks
Special Thanks to Symal Creative Inc. for their amazing podcast production services!
Special Thanks to Abaddon for producing our theme song!
Special Thanks to Brett from Wanderers' Woodcraft for building our beautiful wooden "FWB" centerpiece!
We’re diving into one of the most misunderstood dynamics out there — friends with benefits. Society loves to label it as messy, toxic, or doomed to fail, but we’re here to offer a different perspective.
In this episode, we unpack what it actually takes to make FWB work, from communication and boundaries to the mindset shifts that can turn a casual relationship into something intentional, honest, and even beautiful for the time that it lasts (yes, we called it a relationship, and you’ll learn why in this episode).
We get real about our own experiences, the clarity, the confusion, and the lessons we’ve learned along the way, plus what to avoid if you don’t want your casual connection to end in chaos.
This one is equal parts candid, reflective, and a little uncomfortable, which is exactly the kind of honesty we built Friends with Benefits on.
FWB Links: Friends with Benefits Podcast — Bio Site
Quai Links: Quai — Bio Site
Ty Links: TY — Bio Site
Contact Us: info@friendswithbenefitspod.com
Special Thanks
Special Thanks to Symal Creative Inc. for their amazing podcast production services!
Special Thanks to Abaddon for producing our theme song!
Special Thanks to Brett from Wanderers' Woodcraft for building our beautiful wooden "FWB" centerpiece!
Let’s talk about something we all carry but rarely name: SELF-CONCEPT aka the way we see ourselves.
In this episode, we unpack the difference between self-concept and self-esteem and why believing in who you are (not just how you look or feel) changes everything. From affirmations and mantras that keep us grounded, to the negative self-talk we’ve had to unlearn, we get real about how mindset shapes confidence, energy, and even our relationships.
Quai shares stories about growing up silly but knowing she was smart, and why a loose wig doesn’t shake her confidence. Ty opens up about navigating career shifts and how self-concept carried him through uncertainty. Together, we explore how the way you see yourself influences how others see you — in love, work, and friendship.
This one’s honest, funny, and a little raw. Because at the end of the day, your self-concept is the quiet voice shaping everything you do.
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Special Thanks
Special Thanks to Symal Creative Inc. for their amazing podcast production services!
Special Thanks to Abaddon for producing our theme song!
Special Thanks to Brett from Wanderers' Woodcraft for building our beautiful wooden "FWB" centerpiece!
Let’s talk about what doesn’t always get talked about: testing, protection, and the messy, awkward truths that actually make sex better.
In this episode, we dive into why STI testing should be seen as foreplay, how using protection isn’t a mood-killer (it’s the vibe), and how conversations about care and clarity can unlock deeper intimacy. Ty shares how his perspective on hookups has shifted, and together we get candid about the myths we once believed, what “good sex” really means now, and the listener questions you trusted us with.
This one gets personal, spicy, and even a little uncomfortable, which is exactly the kind of honesty we want to bring to the table.
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Special Thanks
Special Thanks to Symal Creative Inc. for their amazing podcast production services!
Special Thanks to Abaddon for producing our theme song!
Special Thanks to Brett from Wanderers' Woodcraft for building our beautiful wooden "FWB" centerpiece!
In our very first episode, we’re putting our friendship under the microscope. What makes it last? What nearly broke it? And why do so many people question if we’re “really just friends”?
From open communication (even when it’s awkward), to therapy and our literal friendship contract, we dive into the practices that keep our bond strong. We also share our hardest moment as friends — a toxic relationship, fears of losing each other, and the work it took to come back stronger.
If you’ve ever wondered how platonic love can be this deep, this is the conversation you don’t want to miss.
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@tydasberg - Instagram
@theonlyquai - Instagram
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@tydasberg - tydasberg (@tydasberg) | TikTok
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Watch & Subscribe on YouTube:
Friends with Benefits Podcast - YouTube
Contact Us: info@friendswithbenefitspod.com
Special Thanks
Special Thanks to Symal Creative Inc. for their amazing podcast production services!
Special Thanks to Abaddon for producing our theme song!
Special Thanks to Brett from Wanderers' Woodcraft for building our beautiful wooden "FWB" centerpiece!