Topic: Dating

A 40-year-old listener sent an email expressing frustration with segments featuring the "Whatever Girls," noting that as someone who hasn't been on a date in a decade, hearing about wealthy influencers is demoralizing. The hosts discussed the "death of dating" and expressed empathy for men struggling in the modern social landscape.

A viral TikTok debate regarding whether "broke men" should be allowed to date is discussed, followed by Nicki Minaj's public support for Donald Trump. Minaj is praised for her "Trump accounts" investment and her vocal defense of the former president against "bullying" and smear campaigns. The segment notes the significance of Minaj bridging the gap between the hip-hop and Christian communities in her support.

A historical parallel is drawn between the capture of Nicolás Maduro and the surrender of Manuel Noriega on January 3, 1990. Noriega surrendered to U.S. forces at the Vatican Embassy in Panama before being flown to Miami on drug charges. The timing of the Maduro operation suggests a preference for significant historical dates within the current administration.

A viral TikTok video features a woman listing her "non-negotiable" requirements for having children, including a "push present" (car or house), a full-time nanny, and her husband getting a tattoo of her face. The hosts characterize this as "box checker" culture, arguing that modern liberal values have "ruined" the expectations of young women and created a disconnect in the dating market.

A listener note from a 52-year-old male describes the "poison" of the modern dating market, citing unrealistic expectations and the "rules of six" (height, salary, etc.). The hosts discuss the "boss girl" narrative and its impact on lonely women on TikTok. The segment transitions into a defense of the "value-for-value" podcasting model as a way to remain independent of audience capture and advertising pressure.

A shift in social media consumption is noted, moving away from "crazy women" clips toward a specific genre of TikTok content featuring women complaining about the lack of available men. This divergence in algorithmic feeds illustrates how different users can inhabit entirely different digital realities based on their engagement patterns.

A new set of dating terms has emerged among Gen Z to describe various "toxic" relationship behaviors. These include "throning" (dating for status), "shreking" (prioritizing inner beauty only for it to backfire), "banksying" (emotionally withdrawing without notice), and "monkey barring" (securing a new partner before leaving an old one). Relationship coaches suggest these terms are being invented to help young people process increasingly complex digital dating experiences.

A listener email clarifies that the phrase "the juice isn't worth the squeeze" is a "red pill" concept rather than an "incel" concept, referring to the perceived low ROI for men in the modern dating market. The discussion explores how dating has shifted over the last five years, with claims that men are often treated as "wallets" while women maintain "rosters" of potential partners. The segment contrasts these modern challenges with the dating experiences of older generations.

A new dating app called "The Right Stuff" has launched to cater specifically to conservative users, sparking debate on social media platforms like TikTok. Critics argue that political polarization has made it increasingly difficult for conservative men to find matches in liberal-leaning urban areas. The app's release highlights the growing trend of "ideological sorting" in personal relationships.

An NPR reporter documented her experience dating an AI chatbot named Javier, a fictional Latino yoga instructor. The segment explored the emotional void left after the death of her husband and how the AI provided a "bubble of validation" that ultimately felt empty. The experiment concluded with the reporter consulting an AI therapist to discuss the failure of her AI date, highlighting a cycle of digital dependency.

Viral TikTok content features a woman complaining about the "male loneliness epidemic" on dating apps, claiming she can only find "conservative" or "MAGA" matches. Another creator sparked debate by asking for workplace accommodations for "time blindness," arguing that the current system of requiring employees to be on time is "entitled." These videos are characterized as "engagement farming" designed to provoke emotional reactions rather than honest discourse.

A critique of TikTok culture highlights "engagement farming" videos where users set extreme financial requirements for potential partners. The discussion notes a "plague" of OnlyFans usage, claiming 10% of women aged 18-25 are on the platform and millions of men are subscribers, which is framed as a societal health issue.

Entrepreneur Mark Kilabian launched "Dataing," a new AI-driven dating app that matches users based on a 1,200-trait scale rather than traditional bios. The app aims to use technology to bring people together authentically, potentially addressing the "incel" epidemic. Additionally, a "Crypto Cockney" donor from the UK sent a contribution, predicting economic chaos and the necessity of Bitcoin.

A sophisticated extortion scam targeting users on the dating app Hinge involves "catfishing" victims with explicit photos before a fake "father" or "police officer" threatens legal action. Scammers claim the girl involved is a minor and demand payment to avoid sex offender registration. Law enforcement reports that older women are also frequently targeted by "romance scams" involving fake celebrity profiles, such as a recent case involving a Brad Pitt impersonator.

The discussion continues with TikTok clips of women bragging about being "divorced and unable to cook" as a way to ward off conservative men. Another clip features a woman telling Trump supporters that the movie *Wicked* is "not for them." The hosts identify the *Wicked* clip as a potential "native ad" paid for by the film's marketing team.

A story about a woman running a Hinge account for her male friend reveals the extreme difficulty men face on dating apps. This leads to a theory about "trans-maxing," where young men who cannot find romantic success as males seek validation by transitioning or adopting female personas online. The hosts warn parents about the dangers of "hypno-porn" and the isolation of the digital dating world.

A social experiment involved a woman running a man's Hinge account for three days, leading to her feeling "depressed" and "hating women" due to the lack of engagement. The experiment highlighted the extreme difficulty men face on dating apps compared to women. The hosts jokingly link this frustration to broader societal shifts and the "trans Maoist revolution."

A viral social media post discussed on the Gutfeld show ranks the least attractive male hobbies according to women, with video gaming, collecting figurines, and building model trains topping the list. The hosts discuss a famous Dutch DJ who is so obsessed with trains that he now works as a tram conductor in his retirement.

"Pig butchering" scams, which involve luring victims into fraudulent cryptocurrency investments through dating apps, have reportedly stolen $75 billion worldwide. Victims are "fattened up" with fake dividends before being "slaughtered" when they attempt to withdraw funds. New York officials recently seized nearly two dozen web domains linked to Chinese IP addresses used to facilitate these multi-million dollar frauds.

The mystery of a recurring jingle used on the podcast is solved by a listener who identifies it as "Spanish Flea" by Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass. The song is famously associated with "The Dating Game," where it played during the introduction of contestants. The segment highlights the deep cultural knowledge of the show's audience in identifying obscure media references.