you single?
A No-BS Podcast About the Single Life After 30
Welcome to You Single?—the podcast for those of us navigating singlehood in our 30s, 40s, and beyond. Hosted by your favorite friendly Sasquatch, Joel Poppert, and the fiery and fabulous Emanuela Messineo (aka “E”), this show is for anyone who’s ever swiped left, been ghosted (or done the ghosting), and questioned whether dating apps are completely broken.
We’re here to talk about the reality of single life as grown-ass adults. Dating? Sure. But also, the joys (and occasional disasters) of being unattached. From cringey first dates to the freedom of doing whatever the hell you want, we cover it all—unfiltered, unscripted, and fully embracing our middle-aged dorkiness.
Expect hilarious rants, real talk, and the occasional deep dive into why the fuck it’s so hard to meet people these days. Whether you’re actively dating, happily single, or just vibing in between, You Single? is your place to laugh, commiserate, and own this chapter of your life.
💥 Bonus Content: Midlife Uncensored 💥
For when we’re not talking about dating, we bring you Midlife Uncensored—a no-holds-barred sub-series where we rip the band-aid off midlife. From career shifts and parenting chaos to reinventing ourselves (or just trying to survive the day), this is where we get real about the highs, lows, and WTF moments of getting older. No filters, no sugarcoating—just raw, relatable stories and plenty of humor.
So, are you single? Let’s mingle. And if you’re just here to laugh at the absurdity of midlife—well, we’ve got that covered too.
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Another One Bites the Dust: The Dating Struggle Continues
Dating in midlife is a trip, and in this episode of Midlife Uncensored, we’re unpacking yet another fresh dose of rejection. E shares her latest “I got dumped” moment—because nothing says modern dating like a sudden “let’s just be friends” call right before a planned date. Meanwhile, Joel and E dive into the bigger question: why does dating feel like an endless cycle of excitement, letdown, and back to the drawing board?
But don’t worry, we’ve got solutions. Kind of. Joel pitches a revolutionary new dating strategy: custom T-shirts that say, “If you’re single, stop me and say hi.” Will this be the game-changer dating needs, or just a one-way ticket to public embarrassment? Either way, we’re making them.
Also in this episode:
- Why dating apps might be making people less willing to commit
- The paradox of choice and why everyone is “just not feeling it”
- Where single people actually hang out (and why we can’t seem to find them)
- Why taking a break from dating isn’t giving up—it’s just survival
With only one more episode left in the season, we’re keeping it real, airing our grievances, and reminding ourselves that we’re all in this ridiculous dating game together. Subscribe, follow, and send us your best “I got dumped” stories—we could all use the validation.
How to Engage with Us
- DM us on Instagram midlifeuncensored
- Follow Joel on IG jpoppert
- Follow Emanuela on IG emanuela5683 or accountability_with_e
Thanks for joining the Owning Alone community, I certainly appreciate you!
