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Friends Without Benefits

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Apr 22, 2025 • 39min

S3 Ep. 28 - Gift Cards, Granola & Gender Reveals Gone Wild: Inside The Most Chaotic Couch Conversation Ever

Welcome to the wild world of Friends Without Benefits, where besties Rachel and Dale take you on a hilarious, no-holds-barred ride through the absurdity of everyday life. In this episode, Dale tries yogurt for the first time (cue shock), Rachel drops a $27 billion truth bomb about forgotten gift cards, and things spiral into pheromone perfumes, chaotic bed party culture, and over-the-top gender reveals involving crop dusters. Yes, really.From viral lip-reading conspiracies to terrifying babysitting horror stories, this episode blends laugh-out-loud moments with surprisingly real conversations about cultural disconnects, parenting fears, and friendship dynamics. It’s everything you didn’t know you needed—raw, ridiculous, and deeply relatable. Press play and prepare to say, “Who Tiffany?”Contact Rachel Sobel:Email: rachel@whineandcheezits.comWebsite: www.whineandcheezits.comFacebook:  Whine and Cheez - its by Rachel Sobel   Instagram: @whineandcheezitsTikTok: @rachel.sobel.writesContact Dale Mclean:Email: dance715@aol.comWebsite: dalethehost.comInstagram: @UptownDale
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Apr 15, 2025 • 38min

S3 Ep. 27 - Soul Checks, Side Boob & The Glitter Trap Dating Hack You Didn’t See Coming

Rachel and Dale are back and more unfiltered than ever—tackling viral headlines, personal pet peeves, and a game that puts Rachel’s cultural knowledge to the ultimate test. From Tracy Morgan’s courtside meltdown to glitter traps—because apparently, catching a cheater now comes with sparkle.Plus, we dive into breast milk flavored ice cream (it’s a thing), butt cleavage fashion, and parenting moments that hit deep. With a laugh-out-loud “Soul Check” game, real talk about dating trends, and just enough chaos to keep it interesting, this episode is a wild ride through pop culture, friendship, and unapologetic honesty.Contact Rachel Sobel:Email: rachel@whineandcheezits.comWebsite: www.whineandcheezits.comFacebook:  Whine and Cheez - its by Rachel Sobel   Instagram: @whineandcheezitsTikTok: @rachel.sobel.writesContact Dale Mclean:Email: dance715@aol.comWebsite: dalethehost.comInstagram: @UptownDale
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Apr 8, 2025 • 41min

S3 Ep. 26 - Speakerphone, Side Pieces & Survivor Secrets: Confessions Get Wild!

What starts as a fun round of listener confessions quickly spirals into total chaos—think secret swinging, in-law hookups, gym etiquette wars, and one very disturbing use of a turkey baster. But the real plot twist? Dale’s double life is exposed live on air when his “other podcast partner” walks through the door in a surprise reveal that Rachel orchestrated, and the audience is howling.From gut-busting rants about kids in the street to an unexpected podcast love triangle, this episode is part comedy roast, part therapy session, and all real talk. If you thought your friend group had drama… just wait till you hear what goes down in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea.Contact Rachel Sobel:Email: rachel@whineandcheezits.comWebsite: www.whineandcheezits.comFacebook:  Whine and Cheez - its by Rachel Sobel   Instagram: @whineandcheezitsTikTok: @rachel.sobel.writesContact Dale Mclean:Email: dance715@aol.comWebsite: dalethehost.comInstagram: @UptownDale
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Apr 1, 2025 • 32min

S3 Ep. 25 - Dale’s Dollars, Haunted Southern Charm & Surprise Nipple Confessions

We will never not dance to our intro music, and honestly, this episode brings the same energy. Rachel and Dale are back—live from a $7M mansion in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea (shoutout to Courtney Ortiz and her Big Dock Energy). We kick things off with Dale’s latest passion project: Dale’s Dollars, a brilliantly chaotic plan to end poverty one dollar at a time. Shark Tank, are you listening?From nipple piercings and DIY speculums (don’t ask) to haunted alleys in Charleston and daddy issues dirty martinis, we spiral into glorious chaos. We get real about acceptance in the South, Tesla shade, DMV scammers, and what happens when you say yes to everything on a girls' trip. Also: Roy, one of our producers, grabs the mic to reveal something very unexpected. Let’s just say... we are never going to let this go!The math is not mathing! Do us a favor and hit that follow button because the math is not mathing. It’s free and helps us! Pierced, proud, and probably haunted—this is Friends Without Benefits.Contact Rachel Sobel:Email: rachel@whineandcheezits.comWebsite: www.whineandcheezits.comFacebook:  Whine and Cheez - its by Rachel Sobel   Instagram: @whineandcheezitsTikTok: @rachel.sobel.writesContact Dale Mclean:Email: dance715@aol.comWebsite: dalethehost.comInstagram: @UptownDale
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Mar 25, 2025 • 37min

S3 Ep. 24 - Husbands Who Ghost On Work Trips, Cauliflower Crimes, And The Worst Wedding Toast Ever

Buckle up, because this episode is a wild ride! Rachel gets fired up about radio silent husbands on work trips (cheating? probably.), the great cauliflower conspiracy (STOP turning it into pizza!), and why cat people are a little… off. Meanwhile, Dale faces the hard truth that he’s been “breadcrumbing” women his whole dating life. 😬We also unpack a best man’s wedding toast gone wrong, a Fitbit that solved a murder, and why motorcycles in parking spots are ruining Dale’s sanity. Plus, Rachel has a life-changing revelation about pineapple on pizza. Hit play now for unfiltered laughs, hot takes, and absolutely zero cauliflower propaganda.Contact Rachel Sobel:Email: rachel@whineandcheezits.comWebsite: www.whineandcheezits.comFacebook:  Whine and Cheez - its by Rachel Sobel   Instagram: @whineandcheezitsTikTok: @rachel.sobel.writesContact Dale Mclean:Email: dance715@aol.comWebsite: dalethehost.comInstagram: @UptownDale
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Mar 18, 2025 • 32min

S3 Ep. 23 - Elvis, Diddy, And Wedding Drama — PLUS The Secret Life Of A Bar Mitzvah Legend!

Buckle up, because this episode is a wild ride you didn't know you needed! We're coming to you live (well, kinda) from Sea Ranch Lakes, where Dale gets recognized yet again — because apparently, you can’t walk five feet without someone asking if he does bar mitzvahs (spoiler: he does... a LOT). We dive deep into jaw-dropping celebrity scandals — from Diddy to Elvis Presley’s shocking relationship with Priscilla — and ask, why do some celebs get a free pass while others get canceled?And if you’ve ever been to a wedding where a screaming baby stole the show — oh, we’ve got thoughts. Plus, what the heck is Disco Foot (soccer + dance = chaos)? And in a heartfelt moment, we open up about surviving domestic abuse and why it’s time to break the silence. Full of humor, real talk, and a few "did-they-just-say-that?" moments — this is an episode you cannot skip!Contact Rachel Sobel:Email: rachel@whineandcheezits.comWebsite: www.whineandcheezits.comFacebook:  Whine and Cheez - its by Rachel Sobel   Instagram: @whineandcheezitsTikTok: @rachel.sobel.writesContact Dale Mclean:Email: dance715@aol.comWebsite: dalethehost.comInstagram: @UptownDale
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Mar 11, 2025 • 32min

S3 Ep. 22 - Hot Takes & Wild Debates: First-Class, Facials, & Kanye’s Latest Chaos!

What’s actually worth the hype? We’re diving into a hilarious game of Overrated or Underrated—and trust us, no topic is off-limits! From first-class flights to massages, facials, TSA Pre-Check, and even flying private, we’ve got some strong opinions (and maybe a few unpopular ones). But that’s not all—we’re also talking Kanye & Bianca (is this the most controlling relationship ever?!), exposing the new Bop House trend, and settling the age-old debate: Do you actually wash your legs in the shower?! Plus, find out what birthday gift blew all expectations away and why someone’s face ended up on toilet paper. Contact Rachel Sobel:Email: rachel@whineandcheezits.comWebsite: www.whineandcheezits.comFacebook:  Whine and Cheez - its by Rachel Sobel   Instagram: @whineandcheezitsTikTok: @rachel.sobel.writesContact Dale Mclean:Email: dance715@aol.comWebsite: dalethehost.comInstagram: @UptownDale
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Mar 4, 2025 • 35min

S3 Ep. 21 - Fajitas, Football, & Forbidden Secrets – The Internet Can’t Handle Us! 

We’re back, and we’re causing chaos—again! Dale’s very strong opinions on group fajita orders have officially ignited a social media war (even Chili’s got involved). Should you have to ask permission before ordering the sizzling dish of doom? The results may shock you. Then, we break down the most controversial Super Bowl halftime show in years—was Kendrick Lamar’s performance a masterpiece or a misunderstood mess? And why is Taylor Swift getting booed just for existing?!But wait—there’s more! Dale finally binge-watches Secret Lives of Mormon Wives and discovers their shocking soda obsession, we declare war over Smarties (candy gold or trash?), and Florida snowbirds are officially on notice. From eyebrow emergencies to unexpected reality TV obsessions, this episode is unfiltered, hilarious, and 100% unhinged!Contact Rachel Sobel:Email: rachel@whineandcheezits.comWebsite: www.whineandcheezits.comFacebook:  Whine and Cheez - its by Rachel Sobel   Instagram: @whineandcheezitsTikTok: @rachel.sobel.writesContact Dale Mclean:Email: dance715@aol.comWebsite: dalethehost.comInstagram: @UptownDale
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Feb 18, 2025 • 34min

S3 Ep. 20 - Fajita Fails & Tinder Ships: The Debates You Didn’t Know You Needed!

Step inside an exclusive luxury home in Bermuda Riviera with us, thanks to the amazing Courtney Ortiz and One Sotheby’s. We’re talking waterfront views, dream-worthy boat docks, and why you need to see homes in person before making a move. But that’s just the start—things get heated when we debate the ultimate dinner-table betrayal: ordering sizzling fajitas at a restaurant (spoiler alert: some of us have very strong feelings).Plus, we dive into the wild world of "Tinder Ships," whether sharing a toothbrush with your partner is romantic or revolting, and the secret power of tongue scrapers (yes, really). Oh, and did we mention the ridiculous drama of someone unfollowing you on Instagram and asking why? Buckle up—this episode is a rollercoaster of luxury, laughter, and low-key judgment.Contact Rachel Sobel:Email: rachel@whineandcheezits.comWebsite: www.whineandcheezits.comFacebook:  Whine and Cheez - its by Rachel Sobel   Instagram: @whineandcheezitsTikTok: @rachel.sobel.writesContact Dale Mclean:Email: dance715@aol.comWebsite: dalethehost.comInstagram: @UptownDale
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Feb 11, 2025 • 38min

S3 Ep. 19 - Boots, Barbies, & Big Dock Energy

Get ready for a hilarious, unfiltered episode of Friends Without Benefits as we dive into fashion faux pas, Fort Lauderdale luxury, and fiery debates! Uptown Dale embraces his inner Ken while Jeanine defends her equestrian-chic boots—sparking an unexpected debate about polo, sex appeal, and footwear politics. Meanwhile, our “Fairy Podmother” Courtney Ortiz gives us an exclusive tour of a stunning $4M waterfront home in Bermuda Riviera, where we break down Big Dock Energy (yes, you read that right).But that’s just the beginning! We tackle late-night movies (why would you do that to yourself?!), restaurant etiquette wars (to stack or not to stack?!), and a fiery “Would You Rather” segment that involves peeing your pants, tanning beds, and choosing between an 80K stress-free gig or a high-stakes 200K hustle. Plus, Jeanine exposes her insane airplane routine, Dale drops a bombshell about his Italy trip, and we debate whether Justin Timberlake’s good deed was genuine or just PR magic. Buckle up—this episode is chaotic, laugh-out-loud funny, and packed with hot takes!Contact Rachel Sobel:Email: rachel@whineandcheezits.comWebsite: www.whineandcheezits.comFacebook:  Whine and Cheez - its by Rachel Sobel   Instagram: @whineandcheezitsTikTok: @rachel.sobel.writesContact Dale Mclean:Email: dance715@aol.comWebsite: dalethehost.comInstagram: @UptownDale

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