Best Hook Brooks Podcasts (2025)

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Ghost Child’s Screen Time | Your Urban Legends 115 49:56

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4d ago49:56

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We should be telling more ghost stories in the winter time. That’s why we’re coming to you with a whole new urban legends episode, featuring mischievous ghost children, haunted dorms with a mysterious pull, and a grandpa ghost that has GOT to stop acting so creepy! Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of implied ab…

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Why ADHDers Get Hooked on Vaping and How to Get Free with Dr. Marc Picot 36:36

1d ago36:36

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In this episode, I’m diving into a topic that comes up all the time with my clients and listeners: vaping and nicotine addiction in adults with ADHD. I’m joined by Dr. Marc Picot—GP, health coach, former vaper, and founder of Vape Escape—who brings both clinical expertise and lived experience to this conversation. Together, we unpack why ADHD brain…

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Mark & Elise Went From Laughs to Left on Read 4:58

5d ago4:58

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Mark called about Elise saying she’s classy, funny, and full of laughs. They bonded over favorite movies, swapped quotes, and even dreamed about escaping the work grind with a weekend getaway. Sparks were definitely flying so why did she ghost?By Star 101.3

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Jake Paul on Getting KO'd by Anthony Joshua, $92,000,000 Payday, Quitting Boxing After Broken Jaw 49:35

5d ago49:35

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Notorious Boxer Jake Paul joins the boys to discuss getting KO’d by Anthony Joshua, exposes 4 titanium plates in his chin, his retirement from boxing, having babies with Jutta, MrBeast & Drake putting $100k+ bet on Jake, Pam's new book ‘F*** the Pauls’, social media rotting our brains, fighting Francis Ngannou next & more.. SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST…

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Nico Thought It Was Love, So Why Hasn’t Jessica Called Back? 6:38

6d ago6:38

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Nico met Jessica for sushi and says the spark was undeniable. They bonded over 80’s music, joked about pineapple on pizza, and shared a few sweet moments. Everything felt right — until she suddenly stopped responding. What really happened after that perfect date?By Star 101.3

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Andrew & Sofia's Date Was ALMOST Perfect 6:52

9d ago6:52

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Andrew thought he’d just had one of those rare, refreshing dates. Sofia was smart, intentional, and genuinely interested in his life. They talked family, food, and future plans—and it felt like two adults seeing if their lives could actually align. He left dinner hopeful. Maybe even a little excited. Then reality set in.…

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The Hinge Date That Had Leo Hooked & Jasmine Shook 6:29

10d ago6:29

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Leo met Jasmine on Hinge and went for cocktails in Oakland. She was stylish, sharp, and had an edge he loved. They talked music, travel, and dating horror stories, and by the end of the night, Leo felt locked in. We break down the moment you realize a date might be more than just a date…or was it?By Star 101.3

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Tyler Thought He Hit it Off with Brooke, She Tells Another Story... 4:56

11d ago4:56

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Tyler met Brooke on Hinge and thought their dinner date in the city was magic. They shared great laughs, real spark, and genuine connection. But after a quick hug goodbye, she disappeared. What happened?By Star 101.3

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Appalachian Folklore w/ Chuck Corra 50:34

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Appalachia is a hotbed of spooky things - ghost stories, UFO sightings, well known cryptids. But what is it about this region that makes it so mysterious? We’re joined by Chuck Corra of the Appodlachia podcast to discuss what it is that makes us so fascinated with Appalachia! Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of…

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Grant Was Certain There Would Be A Second Date with Olivia 6:58

12d ago6:58

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After a wine bar date in Palo Alto, Grant felt optimistic. Olivia was stylish, engaged, and genuinely curious about his life. The conversation flowed from travel to pets to stand-up comedy, and everything about the night felt solid. Grant assumed he’d see her again—until he didn’t.By Star 101.3

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Logan & Vanessa Share Warm Conversations but End with a Cold Ghosting 6:48

13d ago6:48

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Vanessa called us after a coffee date in San Mateo with Logan—a guy she described as warm, grounded, and the kind of “real grown-up” energy she’s been looking for. They swapped book recs, bonded over bad bosses, and agreed breakfast burritos are basically morning royalty. So why did Mr. Mature suddenly vanish? We dig in.…

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Trevor's Best Date Ever & Haley…Well 4:16

16d ago4:16

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Trevor and Haley matched on Hinge and hit Happy Hour and according to Trevor, sparks flew everywhere. He says she was stunning, sarcastic in the best way, and turned a convo about tax season into pure flirting. But while Trevor left thinking it was the best date he’s had in years… Haley walked away with a whole other take.…

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Tony Says it Was Love at First Slice, So Why Did Mariah Ghost? 6:49

17d ago6:49

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Tony called us about Mariah after their pizza date in Oakland. He said she was next-level gorgeous, sharp, funny, and told this story about her grandmother making tamales that “made him see the whole future.” They bonded over concerts (both of them love live music) swapped favorite Bay Area hangouts, and even agreed that the only people still eatin…

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Shawn & Isabelle's Match Made in…Missed Connection? 5:45

18d ago5:45

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Shawn met Isabelle on Match and took her to a Thai place in Berkeley for date number one. He says she was cute, grounded, and had that contagious, full-body kind of laugh. They bonded over their dogs, favorite cooking shows, and horror-story dates from their past. Shawn thinks he crushed it… and now he wants to know what happened to her.…

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The Kallikantzaros 46:23

18d ago46:23

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Ah, Christmastime - presents, feasting, and… little goblins?! We explore this Greek folktale of the Kallikantzaroi, mischievous goblins that come to earth during the 12 Days of Christmas to cause shenanigans. Could your holidays be a little more naughty? We think they could! Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of …

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ADHD, Burnout & Doing It All: Rancher-Entrepreneur Connor Coleman on Letting Go of Perfection 38:38

15d ago38:38

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In this episode, I sit down with my friend and client, Connor P. Coleman—a ranch management consultant, entrepreneur, and Enviropreneur Fellow at Stanford University’s Hoover Institution. Connor has one of the most fascinating blends of passions: land management, environmental problem-solving, and navigating life and business with ADHD. From childh…

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Joe Budden On Diddy Serving 4 Years in JAIL, iShowSpeed Passing Kai Cenat, Travis Scott WWE Fail 1:08:45

18d ago1:08:45

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Podcast pioneer & rapper Joe Budden joins the boys to discuss Diddy getting sentenced to 4 years in jail, why Drake lost to Kendrick, brutally honest thoughts on IShowSpeed & Adin Ross, admits why he loves str*p clubs & OnlyF*ns 🍑, Jake Paul VS Anthony Joshua, Joe Rogan stealing his $100 million Spotify contract, if Epstein k*lled himself, Rory & M…

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Kyle & Natalie's Hayes Valley Heartbreak 5:24

16d ago5:24

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Kyle thought his Hayes Valley date with Natalie was a total win—great banter, travel chaos stories, dive-bar love, and matching “chaos goblin” siblings. But the next day? Nothing. Ghosted.By Star 101.3

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Nate & Sienna Go From Sparks to Static 6:27

20d ago6:27

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A great dinner at OJ’s, easy banter, shared sibling drama, and a weirdly specific whistling struggle—Nate thought his date with Sienna had all the signs of a perfect match. But then? Radio silence. We dig into what might’ve happened.By Star 101.3

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Did Connor Kill the Conversation with Valerie? 8:26

23d ago8:26

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Their connection started on one of “the apps,” though Connor can’t even remember which one anymore. What he does remember is Valerie, gorgeous, quick-witted, and steady in a way that pulled him in. They talked food, terrible twenties roommates, and their mutual love for true crime. Everything flowed and then… silence. Connor wants answers.…

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Jenna Ghosted Riley Over Coffee 6:24

24d ago6:24

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Riley wants answers. He met Jenna online, finally took things offline for a Berkeley coffee date, and loved her vibe: funny, thoughtful, and apparently a walking library of book recs. They talked art, jobs, sandwiches… everything but why she vanished afterward. Let’s find out.By Star 101.3

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WWE CEO Nick Khan on John Cena’s Last Match, EXPOSES Green Shirt Guy, Jake Paul VS Anthony Joshua 1:51:16

24d ago1:51:16

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Use my code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/LOGAN10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $25 discount WWE President Nick Khan joins the boys to discuss Logan Paul becoming the “face of the WWE,” John Cena’s last match opponent, the lore behind ‘green shirt guy’, who the masked man at Survivor Serie…

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Trevor Spills Secrets in San Jose with Melissa 6:24

25d ago6:24

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Trevor called in to tell us about his first date with Melissa, who he met online and immediately impressed by loving beer, nachos, and Pixar debates. They hit a San Jose brewery, swapped favorite road-trip stories, and Melissa even got Trevor to admit he still sleeps with a fan on full blast. Effortlessly funny energy, great chemistry, and some ver…

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Jack Frost & Winter Spirits 57:35

25d ago57:35

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Do you feel the cold weather nipping at your nose? What’s up with that? Is it Jack Frost, like a lot of the stories and songs say? Or is it another embodiment of winter, like Frau Hole, Boreas, or Morozko? You’ll have to bundle up in your coziest blanket and listen to this episode to find out! Content Warning: This episode contains conversations ab…

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Jamie & Eli's First Date Ended with Second Thoughts 7:05

26d ago7:05

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Jamie and Eli met on Grindr, grabbed tacos and margaritas in Oakland, and immediately clicked. Between the musical theater banter and shared Coco tears, Jamie found Eli sweet, funny, and disarmingly honest. Now Jamie wants to know: was the connection as mutual as it felt?By Star 101.3

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David's Date with Claire that Ended Too Soon 5:48

26d ago5:48

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David thought he and Claire had real chemistry — ramen, cocktails, laughs about their dogs, and solo travel tips. He called her amazing, smart, funny… a total catch. Then she ghosted. We dig into what went wrong.By Star 101.3

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Say Hi to Uncle Rob (Ghost) | Your Urban Legends 114 46:30

1M ago46:30

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There’s something about hearing a ghost story told aloud that makes it 1000x scarier! That’s why this episode definitely has us scared! From haunted schools to haunted bedrooms (both in the past and the present!), we’re glad none of our listeners got GOT by ghosts! Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of fire, deat…

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What ADHD Teens ACTUALLY Need From Their Parents with Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart 46:15

29d ago46:15

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What ADHD teens actually need from their parents can feel confusing, exhausting, and emotional—and if you’ve ever wondered whether you’re getting it “right,” this episode will bring relief. I sat down with Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart, a pediatric psychologist, parent coach, and author of Love the Teen You Have, for a deeply validating and practical con…

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SteveWillDoIt Addresses NELK Boys Drama, CRASHES OUT on MrBeast & Logan Paul, YouTube BAN 54:28

1M ago54:28

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Unfiltered creator & philanthropist SteveWillDoIt joins the boys to discuss his return to YouTube after being BANNED, if he’s ACTUALLY friends with NELK Boys, why he believes MrBeast is a “fake guy”, losing $1,000,000 at the casino in 1 night, being “clinically r*tarded”, his secret to chugging liquor, calls out Logan Paul to a fight & more.. SUBSC…

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When Chris & Jenna's Text Chemistry Meets Reality 7:12

1M ago7:12

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Text chemistry doesn’t always translate to real life… except when it does. Jenna shares her date with Chris, the “cool artist” who matched her wit in person. Sushi, design talk, reality TV confessions, and corgi photos made for a first date full of real intimacy.By Star 101.3

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Jared & Cassie Go For Rooftop Drinks, Then She Vanished 5:56

1M ago5:56

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Jared met Cassie online and went for drinks at a rooftop bar. They swapped travel stories and cracked up over cringey dating profiles. The vibe was fun enough that they stayed for dessert. Jared left thinking date number two was a sure thing. Then… silence. Now he’s wondering what happened.By Star 101.3

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Tana Mongeau Makes Logan Paul WALK OFF, Checks Herself Into Rehab, Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua 1:37:06

1M ago1:37:06

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Use my code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/LOGAN10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $25 discount Tana Mongeau joins the boys to discuss Jake Paul Vs Anthony Joshua, Logan announces 2nd child(?), Mike puts a down payment on a s*x robot, Tana goes to rehab for vaping & claims Millie Bobby Brown …

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Nico's Perfect Date But Not Vanessa's Fate 6:10

1M ago6:10

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Nico’s date with Vanessa started off sweet: Italian food in Burlingame, beach talk, and a cute saucy moment he handled with care. But just as quickly as it started, she ghosted. We uncover the story behind the no-show.By Star 101.3

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Bryce Meets Carissa or is it Clarissa? 5:36

1M ago5:36

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What happens when your dream date suddenly ghosts? Bryce says he and “Carissa” connected over comedy, late-night eats, and one hilarious fork-drop moment. But when we get Clarissa on the phone, she reveals the date was over before appetizers. And yes — it starts with her name.By Star 101.3

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Trent and Kayla Go for Tapas, What Could Go Wrong? 5:31

1M ago5:31

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Tapas, sangria, and a spoon swap—what could go wrong? Trent thought he nailed his date with Kayla, but after their Walnut Creek night out, she vanished faster than a reality show rose ceremony. Let’s unpack this one.By Star 101.3

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Erin Left Lucas on Read in Redwood City 6:07

1M ago6:07

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Lucas and Erin met online, hit a Redwood City pub for dinner, laughed, swapped TV favorites, and split a dessert. He thought sparks were flying — until she ghosted. We track down Erin to figure out why.By Star 101.3

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Irish Horror & Disability w/ Grace Daly 47:25

1M ago47:25

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Sometimes the most ‘mundane’ horror is the scariest, as we learn from author Grace Daly. She joins us to talk about the intersection of medical horror, comedy, and Irish folklore, as well as provides some great context for the Midwestern desire to be a part of Team Ignorant! Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of …

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Eli and Marissa: Trader Joe’s Snacks Couldn’t Save This Date? 7:11

1M ago7:11

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A cozy night in downtown Campbell: drinks, tacos, and a dog in a sweater. Eli thought he and Marissa had something real—shared laughs, shared snacks, and shared love for dogs and Trader Joe’s. But a few days later, she disappeared without a word. What went wrong?By Star 101.3

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Brittany Ghosted Adam After Italian 4:46

1M ago4:46

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Italian dinner? Check. Hike talk? Check. Mutual dislike for chatty movie-goers? Check. Everything seemed perfect for Adam and Brittany… until she ghosted him. Time to figure out what went wrong.By Star 101.3

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Dark Academia & The Scholomance 46:46

2M ago46:46

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Where did the Dark Academia aesthetic come from with it’s Gothic architecture and dark libraries? What if we told you there is a school, straight from Transylvanian folklore, that might have spawned the whole idea? And that Dracula himself went there?? Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of child endangerment, and…

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What Students with ADHD (and Their Parents) Need to Know: High School & College Success with Hannah Choi 48:17

1M ago48:17

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College can feel overwhelming for students with ADHD, but support exists. In this episode, I talk with Hannah Choi—executive function coach and communications specialist at Beyond Booksmart. Hannah shares her personal ADHD story and practical tools to help college students build independence, manage their time, and advocate for what they need. From…

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Neil deGrasse Tyson & Logan Paul Debate God’s Existence, Why Elon Cant Go to Mars, Exposes Moon Hoax 1:26:59

2M ago1:26:59

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Hottest astrophysicist of all-time Neil deGrasse Tyson joins the boys to predict what 2075 will look like, debates Logan about God & the moon landing, what Prime would taste like on Mars ☄️, if he believes in Bigfoot & the flat earth, 7 words he’s invented, if 3I/ATLAS comet is aliens, Bob Lazar’s Area 51 evidence, who created the Big Bang, if we w…

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Do Nate & Emily Find Love in the Food Court? 6:30

2M ago6:30

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They met at a mall for tacos — what could go wrong? Nate says the date was “over before it started,” but Emily might have a different take. No second date, but plenty to talk about.By Star 101.3

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Lauren & Matt’s First and Last Date 5:05

2M ago5:05

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Lauren and Matt matched on Tinder and hit it off over burgers and bad dating stories. She thought it was the start of something real — he thought it was... a lot. What went wrong? We unpack their first (and only) date.By Star 101.3

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Eric & Tara Go For Coffee By the Coast and End With a Ghost 4:27

2M ago4:27

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Coffee by the beach, shared love for surfing and punk music, and laughs about big families in a town where everyone knows everyone… Eric calls in to tell us about Tara and get to the bottom of why she ghosted him.By Star 101.3

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Mariah Ghosts Evan in the Marina 5:26

2M ago5:26

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Cocktails, chemistry, and… ghosted? Evan shares his story of meeting Mariah and the date that didn’t go as planned.By Star 101.3

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Will-o'-the-Wisp 51:21

2M ago51:21

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Do you see that floating light just off in the distance in the dark woods? It has many names - the jack-o-lantern, the Min Min lights, the Naga Fireballs, but it’s perhaps best known as the will-o-the-wisp: a mysterious, sometimes malevolent, sometimes benevolent spirit that can be found around the world! Content Warning: This episode contains conv…

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Tyler & Brooke Go From Sparks to Silence 4:56

2M ago4:56

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Tyler met Brooke on Hinge and thought their dinner date in the city was magic. They shared great laughs, real spark, and genuine connection. But after a quick hug goodbye, she disappeared. What happened?By Star 101.3