The Awkward Phase of Dating No One Talks About
From Don't Listen To Us with Mandy Patinkin and Kathryn Grody by Lemonada Media
February 18, 2026 · 46 min
About this episode
The episode discusses the awkward aspects of dating, including bodily functions and self-empowerment.
This episode is for the theatre nerds. We see you! It’s also for anyone who has ever wondered how to navigate bodily functions in a new relationship. So, everyone. Plus, a moving segment on being your own cheerleader. Oh, and Kathryn brings back the word respair. Have a question, story, weird thought to share with Mandy and Kathryn? Drop us a voice memo here or send an email to askmandyandkathryn@gmail.com. Head to MarleySpoon.com/offer/DONTLISTEN for 45% off your first order and free delivery. Go to quince.com/dontlisten for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
People in this episode
Hosts: Mandy Patinkin, Kathryn Grody
Topics covered
- dating
- relationships
- theatre
- bodily functions
- self-empowerment
- language
Keywords
- dating
- relationships
- theatre
- bodily functions
- self-empowerment
- respair
- awkward phase
Sponsors
Marley Spoon, Quince
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Lemonada Media
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