
Bad Dates
Everybody’s had them, everybody can relate to them, and now we’re back with more of the wildest you’ve ever heard, on BAD DATES! Join host Joel Kim Booster (Loot, Fire Island, Netflix) as he invites his favorite funny friends to share their most iconic dating fiascos. From the team behind the hit podcast SmartLess, BAD DATES will make you laugh a lot, cry a little, and cringe just enough. Because as we all know - the worst dates make the best stories. It’s a new host, but the same old mess!
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Latest episodes

Oct 31, 2024 • 13min
Speed Dates: To Smell Our Smells (w/ Zoe Chao)
Zoe Chao, known for her roles in 'Nightbitch' and 'Creature Commandos,' joins the discussion, bringing her signature comedic flair. She shares her thoughts on a 70s horror film that beautifully captures intimacy. The conversation delves into how meaningful gifts, like a tiny telephone, can rekindle belief in love. Chao also explores the depth of platonic love and its impact on relationships, contrasting authentic connections with the superficiality of social media. Prepare for laughter and heartfelt moments in this engaging chat!

Oct 28, 2024 • 40min
Slut For A Souvenir (w/ Daniel Webb, Zoe Chao, and Olivia DeLaurentis)
On a new episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster welcomes Daniel Webb, Zoe Chao, and Olivia DeLaurentis to discuss their most iconic dating fiascos. Daniel’s amuse-bouche is larger than expected, and his main course is tainted by a medieval bird, Zoe’s rendezvous comes with construction paper, a recorder, and a Ginger King, and Olivia’s date is that rare case of “oops, all villains!” If you’ve had a bad date you’d like to tell us about, our number is 984-265-3283, and our email is baddatespod@gmail.com, we can’t wait to hear all about it! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for video clips. Joel Kim Booster: Psychosexual, Fire Island, Loot Season 2Daniel Webb: @thedanielwebb on socials, tickets for tour with Margaret Cho at TheDanielWebb.comZoe Chao: New movie Nightbitch out in December, new series Creature CommandosOlivia DeLaurentis: @ocdelaurentis on Insta, @SydAndOlivia on YouTube
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Oct 21, 2024 • 35min
I Want A Bieber (w/ Anna Akana, Alex Moffat, and Justine Marino)
On a new episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster welcomes comedians Anna Akana, Alex Moffat, and Justine Marino to discuss their most iconic dating fiascos. Anna sifts through Sasquatches but finds one’s been hunting her, Alex’s Olive Garden hookup goes awry when someone asks to speak to the manager, and Justine has to admit she’s not the one to have around in an emergency. If you’ve had a bad date you’d like to tell us about, our number is 984-265-3283, and our email is baddatespod@gmail.com, we can’t wait to hear all about it! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for video clips. Joel Kim Booster: Psychosexual, Fire Island, Loot Season 2Anna Akana: @annaakana on socials, tour dates HEREAlex Moffat: @moffatpics on Insta, Bad Monkey on Apple TV+, Big Gay JamboreeJustine Marino: @justinemachine1 on Insta, Glitter & Garbage podcast
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Oct 14, 2024 • 35min
Suckin’ On A Tamagotchi (w/ Jason Sklar, Nurse Blake, and Randy Sklar)
On a new episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster welcomes comedians Jason Sklar, Nurse Blake, and Randy Sklar to discuss their most iconic dating fiascos. Jason has a situation straight out of Frasier, but his date would know that reassuring pat anywhere, Nurse Blake talks about a youthful relationship mainly conducted in the big stall, and Randy did do the crime, so must now sit and do the time. If you’ve had a bad date you’d like to tell us about, our number is 984-265-3283, and our email is baddatespod@gmail.com, we can’t wait to hear all about it! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for video clips. Joel Kim Booster: Psychosexual, Fire Island, Loot Season 2The Sklar Brothers: SuperSklars.com, Dumb People TownNurse Blake: Shocked Advised tour, check out NurseBlake.com for tickets
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Oct 7, 2024 • 36min
Lube Goldberg Machine (w/ Peppermint, Brendan Scannell, and Solomon Georgio)
On a new episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster welcomes actors/comedians Peppermint, Brendan Scannell, and Solomon Georgio to discuss their most iconic dating fiascos. Peppermint thinks she’s landed her husband in scrubs but cannot stop thinking about the mystery jug, Brendan’s date brings something up at the wrong time, and Solomon gets stood up time after time after time. If you’ve had a bad date you’d like to tell us about, our number is 984-265-3283, and our email is baddatespod@gmail.com, we can’t wait to hear all about it! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for video clips. Joel Kim Booster: Psychosexual, Fire Island, Loot Season 2Peppermint: @peppermint247 on Insta, new music coming soonBrendan Scannell: @bscan on InstaSolomon Georgio: @solomongeorgio on all socials
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Sep 30, 2024 • 37min
Donkey Crotch (w/ Sean Patton, Chelsea Devantez, and Scott Thompson)
On a new episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster welcomes comedians Sean Patton, Chelsea Devantez, and Scott Thompson to discuss their most iconic dating fiascos. Sean asks her out for the bit but he’s the one who gets nibbled, Chelsea becomes a prisoner of the bit with the wrong kind of artist, and Scott’s failed Fort Lauderdale hook up becomes a bit he can monetize. If you’ve had a bad date you’d like to tell us about, our number is 984-265-3283, and our email is baddatespod@gmail.com, we can’t wait to hear all about it! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for video clips. Joel Kim Booster: Psychosexual, Fire Island, Loot Season 2Sean Patton: Opening for David Cross this fall, tickets and info at MeSeanPatton.com, English Teacher on FXChelsea Devantez: Glamorous Trash podcast, @chelseadevantez on InstaScott Thompson: FUBAR on Netflix, new Mouth Congress album and new Buddy Cole show in the fall, find info, links, and tickets at NewScottlandland.com
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Sep 25, 2024 • 5min
Introducing How To Destroy Everything
How to Destroy Everything is the true story of Richard Jacobs – a narcissist who destroyed a childhood, a marriage, a family, and a community. He sued every sentient being on the face of the earth, got banned from restaurants, and inspired a support group composed solely of people he traumatized. He stole notary stamps, hacked emails, forged signatures… and won a U.S. Supreme Court case. He was also my dad. Each week, Danny and Darren will shift between past and present to explore the lasting impact of Richard Jacobs.New episodes available weekly on Apple, Spotify or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-destroy-everything/id1689464000
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Sep 23, 2024 • 34min
Don’t Settle For Dusty (w/ Ron Funches, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, and Nat Faxon)
Join Ron Funches, a prolific voice actor and comedian, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, an acclaimed actress, and Nat Faxon, an Academy Award-winning writer, as they hilariously recount their most outrageous dating disasters. Ron shares a tale of a date who missed their timing, while Michaela reveals her struggles with Tinder matches who fail to read. Nat entertains with a wild story of impromptu cosmetic surgery at a Phish concert. Together, they dive into the awkward yet relatable chaos of modern dating.

Sep 16, 2024 • 45min
Gay Escrow (w/ Caitlin Reilly, Jacquis Neal, and Tien Tran)
On a new episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster welcomes comedians Caitlin Reilly, Jacquis Neal, and Tien Tran to discuss their most iconic dating fiascos. Caitlin’s hipster rom-com dissipates by the fourth location, Jacquis keeps his eyes on the road, and Tien processes her breakup by LARPing straight at the EDM tent. If you’ve had a bad date you’d like to tell us about, our number is 984-265-3283, and our email is baddatespod@gmail.com, we can’t wait to hear all about it! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for video clips. Joel Kim Booster: Psychosexual, Fire Island, Loot Season 2Caitlin Reilly: @hicaitlinreilly on Insta, Dead Boy Detectives on Netflix, In The Know on PeacockJacquis Neal: @jacquisneal on InstaTien Tran: @hanktina on Insta, Mr Throwback on Peacock
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Sep 9, 2024 • 38min
Sad Pitt (w/ Poppy Liu, Lucas Zelnick, and Kiran Deol)
Join comedians Poppy Liu, Lucas Zelnick, and Kiran Deol as they dive into hilariously disastrous dating tales. Poppy shares a cringe-worthy saga that lasted a month, while Lucas sparks thoughts on dating ethics through wild stories. Kiran adds a flair of vigilante justice to relationship horror stories, blending humor with unique perspectives. Expect reflections on personal growth, red flags, and the absurdities of modern attraction as they navigate the rollercoaster of love and life.