Datey Ladies with Barbara Ann & Vera Duffy

Women’s Rights, comedy racism, inclusive television shows, and oh yeah, dating! Barbara talks more about last episode’s New York dork, and Vera breaks down dating in rose-colored glasses.

Barbara does not let a fantasy fill in her blank, and Vera makes a definitive rule re: ghosting. Also Listeners, please weigh in on several subjects, TY!

We did something totally new – live-streamed on Instagram and invited listeners to join us! We call it Office Hours, and it was weird and fun and we’ll definitely do it again. Meet us yourself on our next broadcast – and make sure to follow us on @DateyLadies so you

Barbara admits to a killing, Cosby admits to being a monster, and Putin admits to nothing — but we know his secret and we’re sharing with you. Not every day can be a rave at an ostrich farm, but we’re searching for glimmers of serotonin. Join us.

What does heartbreak, pole dancing, Bill Cosby and the GAME OF THRONES Starbucks cup have in common? The DATEY LADIES podcast of course! Plus, shout out to costume designer and friend Rebecca Seven!

Happy Valentine’s Day, Bae! Vera takes a closer look at three of our authors (and her own self), while Bibi takes a pot-hole shot at the van-banger from our ALL THE FUCKING MISTAKES episodes (DL006 Acts 1-3).

We conclude our amazing interview with Prix de Beaute, covering THE ETHICAL SLUT, sex parties, clothed-nude modeling, and everything in between!

Real-life alternative-relationship-haver PRIX DE BEAUTE helps us finally grasp THE ETHICAL SLUT, by Dossie Easton and Janet Hardy! Hear part 1 of her fascinating history of sex, romance, heartache, and jealousy as she searched for the perfect balance of partners in life and love. See more of Prix on Instagram!

Barbara updates us on her dating life, the twins talks TV, and Vera clears up a massive mystery regarding last week’s Vampire Orgy story. Also: MELANIE LYNSKEY! The YELLOWJACKETS and HEAVENLY CREATURES actress’s name is MELANIE LYNSKEY!!!

The twins disagree on what exactly constitutes a Vampire Orgy. Plus! Listener Prix De Beaute shares her swingin’ How We Met story! And we thank some big tippers <3 Links: Vera’s rad fanny pack. Baby Milo’s donor’s Go Fund Me.

We recap what we’ve learned over 2021 through our book selections, twinterviews, and life in general. Some links! Natasha Estrada’s podcast Fearless and Braless Laura Richards’ podcast Crime Analyst – look out for the “Forgotten Victims” episodes HAPPY 2022, DATEY LADIES LISTENERS!

The Rock Block of crappy job experiences continues with code-switching, sexual Harrisons, and more tales from the Animation Industry.

We discuss Barbara’s highchair-wielding Boss Baby and her adventures in Personing while not Feelding so great.

Listener Katie M. shares her serendipitous meeting with her future husband (which we thoroughly dissect), plus Barbara updates us on how app-y she’s Feelding. Regarding the (currently averted) IATSE strike – which is ALL THE FILM UNIONS – check out @IA_Stories on Instagram.

Vera talks Barbara into signing up with Feeld, a “dating app for couples and singles” she discovered through Lisa (Ep. 005A). Not a paid promotion (But it could be! You hearing us Feeld? You need our Venmo or?)

Barbara reveals the shocking twist of last episode’s dating disaster, and Vera doth protests her undead love. Plus, vintage hip-hip and modern-day cat calling!

We were so lucky to speak with the author of THE CONSENT GUIDEBOOK herself! Erin Tillman is a Dating Coach, Intimacy Co-ordinator, and Executive Director of Sex Positive LA. Find everything you need to know at Erin at TheDatingAdviceGirl.com Regarding the Twinsight: (A) Share your “How-I-Met-My-Partner” personal story with us!

The twins discuss Erin Tillman’s fantastic guide to enthusiastic consent, plus talk mom-dates, boundaries, and Barbara’s dream date/new roommate! Follow Erin on Instagram @datingadvicegrl and @sexposla !

Trigger warning : Barbara continues her recollections of teenage assault. Plus letters from abroad, Worzel Gummidge, a leather onesie, and facing social anxiety in real time.

Hold onto your hat, it’s a twinterlude/twinsight two-fer! Vera reveals her new degree, while Barbara examines some perplexing encounters of the virginal kind. Plus, the twins revisit last episode’s discussion of assault, and how not to be an a-hole over someone else’s trauma (TW, dear listeners). And now for a

The twins explore the work of one Dr. Patricia Allen, including her weekly call-in show on LA Talk Radio (tl;dl? Skip to 32:30!) Trigger warning: this episode contains discussion of sexual assault. But first, a tribute to their departed friend, artist Albert Cuellar. Please visit his Instagram @ArtSpecter1 to see

If synchronicity – or twinchronicity – were an interview, this would be it. Natasha first came to our attention as La Cholita, the crowned-queen of the 2007 Viva Las Vegas festival, and fellow performer in the Velvet Hammer burlesque revue and Lucha Va VOOM. After years touring the world with

The final act is here! Will the triplets ever accept their birthday books about Presidents? Have you won an award for faking it? And what’s YOUR favorite Glory Hole – we got ours! Thanks for following us on this epic journey through Dr. Emma Goodall’s guide to life and love.

What happens when your ex’s bud tries to kiss you at a pumpkin carving contest?

More Dr. Emma Goodall!

Act 1 of so many Acts!! April 2nd is World Autism Awareness Day! Learn more at Autistic Self Advocacy Network autisticadvocacy.org & autismacceptance.com

Barbara updates us on her dating app trolling experience and talks bullies, while Vera talks balls of boozy breakfast!

This is Sheila. Let’s just say…she sure knows how to app date during Covid. Find out the story behind this photo and why we love her and also why you will love her on this podcast episode! PLUS BIBI GOT TROLLED! And Fifi has a million dollar idea for compulsive public

Missing our friend on the year anniversary of her passing. Plus Vera’s close encounters with celebrities, and Barbara’s app dating adventures.

We chat about Barbara’s continued adventures in app dating, plus the tasty hunk (below) who’s ensorcelled Vera, Barbara, AND Barbara’s friend Melissa!

‘This is the most coolest show, and we worked hard on it, and the reason it is really cool is because we worked more than before.’ – Vera’s 7 year old son Also, an interview with author Dr. Alex Korb! Buy his books now at Harriett’s Bookshop and Moon Palace

Up, up, and away! In Act 3 of Alex Korb’s THE UPWARD SPIRAL, we talk fear, insecurity, drunk-biking, little Vikings, guru nonsense, and announce our upcoming author interview!

Onwards and upwards! In Act 2 of Alex Korb’s THE UPWARD SPIRAL, we explore the brain-benefits of Lucha Libre, rude Brits, how to be an astronaut, and one very special rug.

If you’re reading this, you’ve made it through 2020. What better way to celebrate than with a couple of books about DEPRESSION! Dr. Alex Korb PhD guides us through “using Neuroscience to Reverse the Course of Depression, One Small Change at a Time.” Yippee! And something else to celebrate –

Well, we didn’t it! No new episode just yet, but we miss you so! Please accept this, our new featurette — the Twinterlude — while we gather our thoughts on our next book(s) THE UPWARD SPIRAL and THE UPWARD SPIRAL WORKBOOK. Also… We still have some HOLIDAY POSTCARDS left, and

We finish our li’l chit-chat about Robert Greene’s classic book with a very special surprise – an interview with the man himself! But first, Vera introduces our dear listeners to the very special world of Vicercising. Name It to Lame It ™! Also, the tragic story of Vera’s first crush!

More of Robert Greene’s wildly popular seduction book! Plus, in Twinsights, Barbara’s attack-twin address her former boyfriend. Check out the Lord Bryon hair auctions, 1992 & 2020!

We twins revisit one of our favorite bored-person books, THE ART OF SEDUCTION by Robert Greene. Are you a Seducer or Victim? And which type? Join us for a thrilling jaunt through history, literature, and love. Plus, Vera dishes on our star-turn in season 7 of RENO 911! (now on

And now, the thrilling conclusion!

The fun continues with our second act! Herpes vs. computer; which virus is easier to catch? And also – porn! Plus, Vera explores her “place of lac” as the mystery of Toluca Lake lake deepens. Please enjoy this commercial for the Odyssey Video store, home to Barbara Ann Duffy, Vera

Our review of Gigi Engle’s ALL THE FUCKING MISTAKES is so astounding it can only be a multi-act production! Join us now for Act 1, where we discuss cat-calling street pervs, secret urethras, and stigma that’s silly as fudge. Bur first, our call to the public for naughty words. There’s

Does Love in the Time of COVID-19 deliver a chance to refocus on emotional connection, or creative new ways to bang? “It’s both,” reports JAIME, a seasoned pro at online dating. Meanwhile, MATT rekindled his sixteen year on-again/off-again, long distance romance right before quarantine struck. Find out why Dr. Amie’s

WE DID IT! WE FINISHED THE BOOK! Discover why it took us so long, and Vera’s explanation of why a damn parrot’s on the book cover. And then…. …as promised in our intro, a very specific list of ways to support the #BlackLivesMatter movement: 1. Order from a BLACK-OWNED RESTAURANTYou

LISA and her long-term boyfriend chose to isolate separately, and haven’t been together in two months. Meanwhile, KANDICE moved her brand-new boyfriend into her one-room apartment, and they haven’t been apart. Plus, Barbara shares some dating-app dramas! Please enjoys our newest Datey Ladies feature – the TWINTERVIEW – with real-life

Mixin’ it up with a movie! For this bonus episode, we explore Federico Fellini’s 1963 masterpiece 8 1/2. Follow Guido, our handsome hero/literal man-baby, as he navigates director’s block, Catholic guilt, rumba-dancing angels, and the revolt of his personal Head Harem. Also… if you haven’t yet, please take a moment

In this brave new world, we’re phoning it in. Join us, neighbor, for a gentle episode where we remember our friends and look for the helpers. As promised in the opening, more about Amie…LA WeeklyRolling StoneJustice4Amie petition Jean Kilbourne’s KILLING US SOFTLY (1979) and the others in the series are

Join our very first guest Doctor Amie Harwick, PhD, MFT, as we discuss her book selection ATTACHED. Are you Anxious, Secure, or Avoidant? How do you feel about airborne popsicles and butt-hole tattoos? And how many nun costumes is *too* many nun costumes? All these questions and more are answered

The twins examine Shapermint ads, a 1970s sex-spa, and their own bad behavior while reviewing Greg Behrendt and Amiira Ruotola-Behrendt’s best-selling follow-up to HE’S JUST NOT THAT INTO YOU.

Presenting our first selection, WHY MEN LOVE BITCHES. Who is author Sherry Argov? Why is this book? No spoilers – enjoy as much as we did! AKA How Low Can You Go?