What Dating in Your 30s Actually Teaches You with Andrea Popova and Val Parker

<p>The creators of the hit live comedy show <a href="https://www.askafuckboy.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ask a Fuckboy</a> pull back the curtain on modern dating, relationship psychology, and the chaotic behavior that keeps singles questioning everything. From ghosting, breadcrumbing, and love bombing to dating app burnout and the myth of “if he wanted to, he would,” the conversation blends sharp humor with surprisingly honest insights about attachment styles, communication, and finding lasting love. </p><p>Andie Popova and Val Parker share the real-life dating disasters that inspired their sold-out comedy phenomenon, including outrageous stories of serial daters, shared toothbrush scandals, and the unexpected lessons they've learned from analyzing thousands of dating experiences. Whether you're navigating Hinge, recovering from a situationship, or wondering why dating feels harder than ever, this episode offers a funny, relatable, and thought-provoking look at how people connect, sabotage themselves, and ultimately find the right partner.</p><p>00:00 – Pre-show setup and dating banter</p><p> 03:18 – The origin of Ask a Fuckboy Comedy Show</p><p> 05:57 – Why fuckboys do what they do</p><p> 07:47 – Can women be fuckboys too?</p><p> 08:23 – The psychology of the chase</p><p> 11:52 – Two opposite dating strategies</p><p> 14:39 – Why people hate dating</p><p> 17:09 – How to survive dating apps</p><p> 19:57 – You can’t say the wrong thing to the right person</p><p> 20:50 – The wildest Ask a Fuckboy stories</p><p> 22:31 – The different types of fuckboys</p><p> 24:30 – Love bombing versus real connection</p><p> 25:25 – Manifesting the right partner</p><p> 26:24 – Dating a self-described fuckboy</p><p> 29:30 – Can a fuckboy change?</p><p> 31:29 – The role of friends in dating behavior</p><p> 32:50 – Hot takes: coffee dates</p><p> 35:51 – FaceTime first dates</p><p> 37:09 – Catfishing, height lies, and profile photos</p><p> 38:22 – Aspirational dating and punching above your weight</p><p> 39:47 – When a partner won't take the next step</p><p> 44:00 – Marriage, commitment, and relationship timing</p><p> 50:00 – Dating myths and audience questions</p><p> 57:00 – Final dating lessons and closing thoughts</p><p>Buy tickets to watch Ask a Fuckboy live: <a href="https://www.askafuckboy.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.askafuckboy.com/</a></p><p>Follow them on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/askafuckboy/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/askafuckboy/</a></p><p>⸻</p><p>It’s really hard to feel sexy <a href="https://momotaroapotheca.com/discount/lust" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">when your vagina feels off</a>. If you’re bracing for irritation, infections, or yet another post‑sex UTI, it’s almost impossible to stay present in the bedroom. Momotaro Apotheca offers organic solutions that Natassia uses everyday to take care of her intimate health—from their soothing balm, Salve, to their UTI supplement, probiotic, and yeast infection suppository. </p><p>Build your own ritual at <a href="https://momotaroapotheca.com/discount/lust" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://momotaroapotheca.com/discount/lust</a> and get 20% off with code LUST.</p><p>⸻</p><p>Lust in Translation Podcast</p><p>Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive insights: ⁠<a href="http://lustintranslation.com" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">lustintranslation.com</a>  ⁠</p><p>Follow us on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lustintranslationpod/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lustintranslationpod/</a>  ⁠</p><p>Follow Natassia on on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/natassiamiller/%E2%81%A0" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/natassiamiller/⁠</a> </p>