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.
you single?
How to Show Interest Without Looking Desperate (Or Creepy)
In this episode, Joel and E keep it real and hilariously awkward as they unravel the mystery of how people show (or fail to show) romantic interest. From giggles over feet pics and Wisconsin dairy propaganda to dating psychology and the art of giving your number without looking like a weirdo, they touch on it all.
The duo gets into:
- Why Mondays suck and feet pics might be a hustle.
- Subtle signs of interest like eye contact, body language, and leaning in.
- Why giving your number is bold—but also confusing.
- How the apps give false confidence vs. real-world encounters.
- The truth about men: fragile egos, fear of rejection, and needing clear signals.
- How women might be better off being just a little more direct.
- Real-world flirting vs. app strategy.
- New merch ideas, podcast business cards, and the genius idea of setting up “You Single?” yard signs in the park.
They wrap with a challenge for everyone: ditch the gray zone, embrace rejection, and make the first move if you feel the vibe.
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!
