The episode with "Damsels in the DMs" podcast co-host Chloe Detrick was so overwhelmingly popular that we had just to get her partner in crime on. "Damsels" co-host Lauren Harris joined the show to discuss being a former serial dater, finding love in a long-term relationship, and much more.
You can follow Lauren on Instagram at @laurenelizabetharris. Be sure to listen to "Damsels in the DMs" on your favorite podcast platform and follow the girls at @damselsinthedms.
1:05: Lauren Harris joins the show
4:15: What made you want to apply to be a co-host for “Damsels in the DMs”?
11:49: Who would your dream guest be for “Damsels” and why?
13:07: As a former “serial dater,” how would you define that term?
18:20: Have you and your boyfriend discussed marriage?
21:19: What is the best way for a guy to get a positive response via DM?
25:45: What happens when you receive an unsolicited dick pic?
31:30: When do you feel is an appropriate time to discuss “the future”?
37:35: How much do you think age plays a factor in discussing the future?
42:45: TBT: Tell me one memorable story from your dating life?
45:15: Dropping the mic
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How does one break into the wedding photography business? What makes a Bridezilla? What would you do if someone proposed at your wedding?
Dia Miller answered all those questions and more during this incredibly fun episode. You can see Dia's work on Instagram at @diandraannphotography.
0:42: Dia Miller joins the show
6:15: Breaking into the wedding photography business
16:35: Is it part of a wedding photographer’s job to calm the couple down?
20:41: How often do aisle sitters ruin a shot for you?
25:25: What makes a “Bridezilla” in your opinion?
30:23: Do you ever get tired of going to weddings?
33:55: Is it better to do everything in the beginning at a wedding or break it up?
40:54: “Would You Rather?” Wednesday questions
54:57: Dropping the mic
How did Mindie Kaplan go from marketing for car companies like Nissan and Ford to creating a dating show? Find out in this episode.
The creator and host of "MaleRoom" joined the show to discuss all things dating — from whether something is complimentary or cringeworthy, to canceling last minute, to sex on the first date and more.
1:02: Mindie Kaplan joins the show
5:11: Going from marketing for car companies to creating a dating show
9:44: How did “MaleRoom” actually come together?
15:19: Do you think having “regular guys” as panelists makes it authentic?
20:03: What have you, personally, always wanted to know about men?
26:57: How guys reveal information about themselves without knowing it
37:30: Compliment or cringe?
43:30: Do you judge a guy based on how far he will go on the first date?
46:21: “Quit Playing Games With My Heart”
54:05: Transformation Tuesday: One way you have grown in dating?
55:00: Dropping the mic
When Scarlett V. Clark started "Smart Girl Tribe" at the age of 19, it was merely a passion project. Now it has grown into the the #1 female empowerment organization in the United Kingdom, complete with a top-rated podcast.
Scarlett joined the show to discuss starting her own business, dealing with criticism, American vs. English men, and much more.
0:41: Scarlett V. Clark joins the show
1:17: Starting “Smart Girl Tribe” when you were 19
7:12: How did you handle the criticism early on?
12:54: What are your tips for time management?
17:48: What struggles did you face when starting Smart Girl Tribe?
24:12: What is your reaction when early doubters request your services now?
29:00: Is Smart Girl Tribe where you thought it would be by 2020?
34:13: What is the difference between feminism and hating men?
38:23: Did you find men had a difficult time dating a staunch feminist?
43:55: What are some noticeable differences between men in the US and UK?
49:39: A lesson in dating etiquette
52:35: “Would You Rather?” Wednesday questions
From being an intern at a District Attorney’s office, to being a Philadelphia Phillies ballgirl, to writing for a national sports outlet, Kami Mattioli has had quite the journey. She joined the show to discuss what it’s like being a woman in sports, why she decided against law school, all things dating, and much more.
You can follow her on Twitter at @Kami and on Instagram at @_instagkam.
0:43: Kami Mattioli joins the show
1:42: What have these last six months been like for you?
3:30: What was life like as a Philadelphia Phillies ballgirl?
8:58: Going from criminal justice to sports journalism
17:32: Did male athletes treat you differently than male journalists?
19:56: Firsthand experience with a stalker
24:46: The struggles of being a social media manager
28:27: The importance of pay transparency
33:41: Good and bad date stories
37:06: Is it safe to assume you’re both seeing other people unless you discuss it?
40:37: Best dating app, in your experience?
42:26: “Would You Rather?” Wednesday questions
49:31: Dropping the mic
Living through COVID has been difficult and stressful for everyone, but it has been especially difficult and stressful for people with chronic illnesses like Danielle Nelson.
Nelson, who started the YouTube series "The Chronic Cafe" to give advice and tips for those living with chronic illnesses, joined the show to discuss what her 2020 has been like between avoiding COVID and finding love.
You can follow Danielle's work on Instagram at @TheChronicCafe, and you can follow her personal account at @danielle_nelson_.
1:12: Danielle Nelson joins the show
2:52: What was your initial reaction to COVID, living with a chronic illness?
9:13: How has your boyfriend handled your health concerns during COVID?
15:00: How did “The Chronic Cafe” come about?
21:31: How long did it take for “The Chronic Cafe” to gain traction?
26:00: Will “The Chronic Cafe” return, or is it on permanent hiatus?
30:28: Was there anything different about your boyfriend early on?
39:02: When did you two start talking about moving in together?
44:25: What are your thoughts on closure?
49:36: Transformation Tuesday: How have you grown or changed in dating?
54:20: Dropping the mic
When he is not reporting from the sidelines or the anchor desk, CBS Sports and PIX 11 sports reporter Justin Walters is making time for his lady and keeping his drip game tight.
You can watch his weekly series “Jetlagged w/ Justin” every Wednesday on his Instagram page at @JustinWaltersTV.
1:36: Justin Walters joins the show
4:30: What were your thoughts on the NBA bubble?
8:42: Will MLB get through its shortened season?
9:44: Will we have professional or college football in the fall?
13:29: Do professional champions this season get an asterisk?
18:54: Did you always want to be a sports journalist?
23:19: Advice for moving to a place where you don’t know anyone
27:05: Getting two major promotions within a month
29:53: “Jetlagged w/ Justin” series
35:18: Where is your go-to place for suits and dress clothes in the US?
40:20: Do you find it difficult to balance your career and personal life?
43:50: Having similar and opposing interests in a relationship
47:31: TBT: Tell me one memorable moment from your dating life
50:15: Dropping the mic
Ashley Hupp, the woman who millions of people on social media know as "The Paradise Bartender", joined the show to discuss how TikTok has changed her life, tips for aspiring bartenders, the importance of knowing what an “angel shot” is, and more.
You can follow Ashley on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat and Triller at @theparadise.bartender. You can follow her on Twitter at @ParadiseBar808.
0:57: “The Paradise Bartender” Ashley Hupp joins the show
1:40: Keeping your mental health in check as a social media personality
5:20: Getting inspiration from Gary Vaynerchuk to join TikTok
10:19: How long did it take for your videos to start gaining traction?
12:18: How do you avoid burnout?
17:20: Where is your store located?
20:03: What did your bosses think about your TikTok presence?
23:49: Going from a bartender to one of the biggest bartenders in the world
30:14: What is it like living in paradise?
36:05: What are your tips for becoming a bartender?
38:27: The top drinks aspiring bartenders need to know how to make
40:31: How do you unjam a glass stuck in a shaker?
42:42: How do you deal with customers who say “there’s no alcohol in here”?
44:51: Have you ever had someone order an “angel shot”?
47:02: “Would You Rather?” Wednesday questions
52:08: “The Paradise Bartender” shows you how to make a pina colada
The insanely talented New York Times bestselling author Jeff Pearlman joined the show to discuss his upcoming book about the Shaq-Kobe Lakers dynasty, how he feels about hearing “fake news” as a journalist, talking politics with your children, and... boy bands?
You can follow Jeff on Twitter at @JeffPearlman and pre-order his latest book, "Three-Ring Circus: Kobe, Shaq, Phil, and the Crazy Years of the Lakers Dynasty," now on Amazon. The book will be released on September 22.
The CEO of, “I don’t want it,” Anna Sitar joined the show to discuss blowing up on TikTok, what it’s like dating your high school sweetheart, how to handle a long-distance relationship, and much more.
Be sure to follow Anna on social media at @annaxsitar, subscribe to her YouTube channel, and check out her merch at annaxsitar.com.
1:17: Anna Sitar joins the show
2:23: Blowing up on social media
8:15: Having family and loved ones in your videos
13:58: How does it feel when people steal your work without credit?
19:59: How do you build a loyal, engaging following?
24:17: Does creating content ever feel like a job or obligation?
27:45: Were you afraid to lose followers for posting about racial and social injustice?
32:11: Would you become a full-time content creator, if given the opportunity?
35:58: Shifting focus in college from engineering to film/TV production?
41:04: How do you and your boyfriend make a long distance relationship work?
47:05: How important is it to have such a supportive partner?
49:41: TBT: Tell me one memorable story from your dating life
55:30: Dropping the mic
Have you ever wanted to leave your job and start your own business? My former colleague Christine Gritmon did, and she joined the show to talk about why and how she did it. We also got to briefly touch on love and marriage.
You can follow Christine on all social media platforms at @cgritmon.
3:21: Christine Gritmon joins the show
4:42: How to balance motherhood and your career
10:15: Plotting your exit to quit your job
17:55: Understanding your market and your audience
26:20: When and why I left journalism
33:00: Meeting your husband on Match.com
38:25: How you know you found your forever person
47:10: Why it’s important to be family with your in-laws
50:10: “Would You Rather?” Wednesday questions
No matter what coast of the country she is on, Damsels in the DMs podcast co-host Chloe Detrick is putting her Master’s degree in psychology to good use by helping people with their relationship woes. In this episode, we dish on DM etiquette, rank the apps, and more.
Follow Chloe on Instagram at @chloe_detrick, and her podcast at @damselsinthedms on all social media platforms.
1:15: Chloe Detrick joins the show
4:07: Whose idea was the “Damsels in the DMs” podcast?
7:27: What have been the most fun and difficult aspects of hosting a podcast?
11:35: Going from public relations to psychology in graduate school
17:05: Do women typically read all of their DMs (even if they don’t answer them)?
22:40: Use something from the dating app profile for your first message
26:35: Cute or creepy?
32:40: Guys having a small window of keeping a girl’s interest
39:08: Giving someone space does not mean going radio silent
43:59: Which dating apps have you tried, and how would you rank them?
50:23: TBT: Tell me one story or memory from your dating life
54:42: Dropping the mic
From reporting on the sidelines at New York Jets training camp, to covering high school sports, to interviewing celebrities, to helping people out with their fashion and skincare woes, Betches writer Dylan Rubinstein is a true jack of all trades.
Tune in to hear about her life as a sports reporter turned fashion and beauty writer, as well as a closer look at her longtime relationship with her boyfriend.
You can follow Dylan on Instagram at @thedylanjader.
0:59: Dylan Rubinstein joins the show
5:08: Did you always want to be in journalism?
7:48: The importance of having a mentor
11:39: Being a woman in the sports industry
15:27: Reasons for leaving sports journalism
22:36: Thoughts on athletes and teams speaking out against racial injustice?
28:15: If you could interview one person in sports, who would it be?
31:10: Who was your favorite celebrity interview, and why?
41:07: Is there anything you really want to write about that you have not done yet?
45:31: How did you and your boyfriend meet?
54:37: Transformation Tuesday: What is one way you have grown over the years?
57:27: Dropping the mic
The gifted writer, author and poet Lauren Jarvis-Gibson joined the show to discuss her upcoming book, writing out all the feels, promoting positive body image and much more.
Follow Lauren’s work at @laurenjgwriter and laurenjarvisgibson.com. Daily Mike Drop episodes are available on most major podcast platforms.
0:58: Lauren Jarvis-Gibson joins the show
2:39: How long have you been writing for publication?
8:55: Why was Thought Catalog a “dream job” for you?
13:47: How did you come up with fresh content everyday?
16:24: Did exes ever ask if you wrote about them?
24:30: The reality of signing a crappy book deal
28:37: Lauren’s upcoming book, “Out of the Darkness”
34:50: Promoting positive body image
40:14: What advice do you have for young girls who feel like they’re not enough?
43:45: TBT: Tell me one memorable dating story
52:33: Dropping the mic
If you have ever stressed about the world of dating apps, worried about how many photos to put in your profile or what to write in your bio, then you will want to swipe right on this episode.
Dating coach and podcast host Erika Ettin gives you some tips and tricks to help navigate the online dating world. Follow Erika at @alittlenudge and listen to her podcast, "So, We Met Online."
1:17: Erika Ettin joins the show
2:15: How are people handling dating during quarantine?
5:33: How do you feel about being a wingwoman for everyone?
11:30: What are your thoughts on shows like The Bachelor and Love Is Blind?
15:15: How did you become a dating coach?
21:55: “Let your quirks shine!”
27:21: What is the most common dating question you get from people?
35:25: How to select the pictures for your dating app profile
40:40: Dealing with vulgar messages on dating apps
44:08: How important is the bio in your dating app profile?
46:44: Who pays on the first date?
52:30: “Would You Rather?” Wednesday questions
57:10: Dropping the mic
The insanely popular and wildly entertaining LozClaws joined the show to discussed what it is like having 800,000 followers on TikTok, building a loyal community online, and the harsh realities of doxxing.
Follow Liz on TikTok and Instagram at @lozclaws, and on Twitter at @lozclaws1.
1:09: LozClaws joins the show
3:50: Getting to know Liz
12:48: “Did you ever imagine being TikTok famous?”
16:14: “What is your inspiration?”
20:51: “Is there anything you want to use your platform for that you haven’t been able to yet?”
25:57: “If TikTok were to go away, would you continue making content elsewhere?”
33:57: What would be your advice to creators who want to build a strong community?
38:42: “How do you manage hate online?”
42:25: “What advice do you have for a middle school girl struggling with self-confidence?”
50:35: What doxxing is, and you should never do it
57:39: Dropping the mic
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Since my scheduled guest for the night unfortunately got caught up at work, my fiancée Shanny Q joined me for a couples Q&A edition of the Daily Mike Drop.
Get to know us a little better in this special episode and let us know what you think in the comments!
1:05: How have you coped with COVID together?
2:25: How did you two meet?
5:05: What is one of the moments you knew you found the one?
7:56: What was the proposal like?
12:04: How has COVID impacted your wedding planning?
15:04: Do you want a big wedding?
17:49: Have you picked a honeymoon destination yet?
22:05: Will you be having kids?
26:25: How do you handle your insecurities?
36:05: How have you both taken each other into account with major life decisions?
41:41: Do you both cook?
43:35: What is next year’s Halloween couples costume?
47:56: What is Shannon’s skincare routine?
48:48: What is one thing you learned about each other during quarantine that surprised you?
52:58: What is your favorite and least favorite thing about each other?
55:49: What is one thing you learned about each other that should be shared with the world?
Writer and mental health advocate Natalie Esarey (accompanied by her dog Gus) joined the show to discuss everything from how she found the love of her life on Tinder to her battle with anorexia.
2:42: Natalie Esarey joins the show
6:30: Meeting your fiance on Tinder
11:05: When did you two start talking about marriage?
16:25: What makes you and your fiance work so well?
19:23: When did your proposal radar start to go off?
24:22: Did you give him hints about the ring or proposal you wanted?
31:00: Planning a wedding during COVID
34:50: Writing about mental health and anorexia
38:08: Were you afraid or relieved to put it all out there?
43:00: Picky eating vs. anorexia
46:37: Warning signs people should look for if they think someone is suffering from an eating disorder
48:26: The best way to help someone who does suffer from an eating disorder
50:45: What are some things NOT to do if someone suffers from an eating disorder
53:15: Stop analyzing people’s bodies and what they eat
55:30: Dropping the mic
In the 50th episode of the Daily Mike Drop, Family Talk podcast host Pete Bonilla opens up about sharing family conversations with the world, looking for love, finding love, and learning about yourself.
You can listen to the podcast at familytalkpodcast.com.
2:15: Pete Bonilla joins the show
5:51: What made you want to start a podcast about family conversations?
10:30: What made it so difficult to find someone to be over the last decade?
14:10: Calling out questionable behavior during dating
18:15: How soon should we discuss the “taboo” topics in dating?
23:00: Did you have a “before 30” plan?
34:22: How often do you and your younger brother talk about love and relationships?
40:50: What was it like to finally celebrate a one-year anniversary?
45:25: You met on Hinge. What made you want to match with her?
49:35: Having your significant other meet the parents
53:00: What have you learned about love over the past year?
55:03: What have you learned about yourself over the past year?
58:00: What is your advice to people who think they’ll never find love?
Teen Vogue editor De Elizabeth joined the show to discuss all things The Bachelor and The Bachelorette, what it’s like covering everything from politics to Pretty Little Liars, and keeping your personal life private on social media.
You can follow De on Twitter at @deelizabeth_.
