Edit 8-28-24: Still no real change. Trends are consistent with previous analysis. If you are a genuinely kind man looking for actual positive help towards gaining confidence or better dating techniques, this podcast probably isn’t going to help. In fact it will probably make you feel worse. If you are an ignorant man that treats woman without respect and are confused as to why you are not getting return dates, this podcast is definitely for you. (But you probably aren’t listening to it anyway.) If you are a woman wanting to reaffirm the bias that everything wrong with dating is the man’s fault, you’ll very much enjoy this podcast. Some data to back these conclusions up: - 4 of the podcast episodes are on “bad dating stories”. These episodes consisted of 4-6 stories each. Only 2 stories out of all 16-24 stories were from the perspective of men. And the male perspective stories, after being retold, were downplayed by the hosts as “I have a hard time believing that happened.” or by criticizing the male in the story as the one at fault. - The episode where they review dating profiles of men (Jan 14th 24) is a giant roasting of several profiles, and by association of the hosts, the male gender. “You guys just need to do better.” The only man’s profile that they “allowed” the women to message still only got a “B-“ by their standards. At the end of the episode the hosts claimed they were going to do a follow up episode the next week on female profiles. This has yet to happen. - In the mutual app episode (March 1st 2024) “There’s a problem and it’s us [male gender]”. - The latest episode title "Young Men - Step it up." Another bashing session on why men need to "step it up" and be what they were "meant to be". Additional take-aways from some other episodes as a man: - You’re probably too nice. - You’re probably too much of a jerk - Your dating profile has too many pictures. - Your dating profile doesn’t have enough pictures. - Your dating profile has the wrong pictures. - Your dating profile doesn’t have the right pictures. - You have too much info on your profile. - You don't have enough info on your profile. - Don't date too many people. - You have to date hundreds. - You’re too forward. - You’re not forward enough. - Make sure you call it a date. - Don't call it a date. - etc… etc… Please. With a list of qualifications like that: Do you really think the women are the only ones asking themselves "What's wrong with me?" I want this podcast to succeed. I am grateful for the effort you are making to publish it. I do think the dating problem is very real. But please try and look past symptoms and stereotypes and find the true illnesses afflicting the dating population. This might mean that you need to listen more and talk less.

This podcast is so great! It’s easy to relate to regarding the dating scene in Provo and give great tips on how to navigate it all. Some episodes are baaed on funny stories, others a bit more serious, so there’s a great variety!

This podcast is super funny I recommend that you all go watch it!! There are so many funny stories and I really connect to every single one of them. Go give them a listen!

I love this podcast and am blown away by some of the crazy stories people share! Such a great way to inspire people my age to go on good dates!

dating nowadays is a struggle! this podcast is a great reminder that there’s hope out there & not to give up. 10/10 recommend!

I have only been listening to the Dating Made Simple Podcast for a few months now. The podcast is run really good and the host are especially good. It is great to have these two heads of wisdom giving advice and have professional give advice as well! Macie also adds a lot to the show giving the young female perspective. I have definitely laughed listening to the show!

Dating in Provo is truly a unique experience! I especially love the “bad dates” episodes, they’re so real and hilarious! It really speaks to the craziness that is Provo dating culture. Such a fun podcast idea, highly recommend!

I hate dating in Provo but it’s awesome to hear stories that are worse than mine because they make me feel grateful. So glad people are talking about this and looking to simplify things. We definitely need it over here.

I really enjoyed listening to this podcast! I think it’s so fun and entertaining to hear about other people’s dating history and stories, and their advice! Provo is a wild place and it’s nice to know that you’re not alone in trying to date!

If you’re looking for good laughs, great stories, and sound advice all about dating this is an amazing podcast. Especially with today’s culture of just “hooking up” being the mainstream, it’s cool to see the hosts discuss the downsides of bad dating etiquette as well as how people can remove the fear out of dating and bring dinner and conversation back into the mainstream. Great stuff!

This is a great podcast the bad date stories are so funny!

I love this podcast because it tackles some of the common issues that people my age face! I have struggled with dating in the past & seen my friends & family members struggle as well. Just so much good perspective.

dating is hard, but it doesn’t rly have to be hard. this podcast (and their social media) are great chances to learn how to have more fun dating and gives pretty good ideas of how to do it. while yeah, if you listen with the wrong intentions (esp as a guy) you can feel like it’s maybe just saying how terrible we are, just take it with a grain of salt and realize it’s not life or death. everyone can make changes, and a majority of the stuff in here is meant for good, and is good with the right attitude about dating!!

Great insights to dating culture and definitely give some great dos and don’ts. Tom is really funny and always makes the podcast a good time.

This podcast has completely changed my dating paradigm. I’ve gone out to dinners with guys and showed them this podcast because they can just relate with it so easily! I hope all YSAs listen to this, I am so grateful for Tom and Bob’s time as well as talents that they have shared on this podcast. I also find them really funny! DEFINITELY worth your time.

This podcast is a perfect synopsis of all of the problems that other generations loathe the boomer generation for. Two ignorant old men that sit on their armchairs and sling mud at “these days” and bemoan the loss of their olden days. Couldn’t even make it through the brief episode before having to shut it off for my own sanity.