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Dating Unsettled

Welcome to the Dating Unsettled Show where we dare to date differently hosted by Joy Ofodu, a Creative Executive who has reached millions of people with my original comedy content, voiceover and original stories.

I am unsettled by my Nigerian culture’s expectations of dating. I’m unsettled by American dating norms and traumas.
I harnessed my inner romantic and childhood dreams of a healthy BLACK relationship to author a new set of dating rules, ones that work for me, rules that made Black love not only possible but PROBABLE. I was going to fall in love, and I knew I would find it online. I refused to settle.

I swiped on over 2,000 profiles, matched with over 150 fine young gentlemen and went on about 20 first dates with some amazing guys.

You already got 50 apps in your phone baby, what’s one more? Dating Unsettled, where we dare to date differently.

Make sure you’re subscribed anywhere where you can listen to podcasts. Follow me @joyofodu and follow the show @datingunsettled. It would help me tremendously if you would rate and review the show FIVE STARS. Thank you for your undying love and support

Society & Culture Comedy Improv Relationships
Update frequency
every 9 days
Average duration
30 minutes
Episodes
58
Years Active
2022 - 2025
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EP. 15: Listen if You Hate Going With The Flow

EP. 15: Listen if You Hate Going With The Flow

Listen to this episode if you hate "going with the flow." or if the phrase "let's just see what happens" triggers you when dating. Also listen to the sound of Joy's distant chewing/mukbang, lunch was…

00:40:21  |   Wed 22 Feb 2023
EP. 14: Poly Dating Differently Amorously Dating Amorously Poly Dating Unsettledly ft. Renise Alexander

EP. 14: Poly Dating Differently Amorously Dating Amorously Poly Dating Unsettledly ft. Renise Alexander

In this ridiculously titled episode, Joy kekes enthusiastically with Renise Alexander (that's that curly girl rae!) from The Black Roses and Married At First Sight "Unmatchables." They discuss the up…

00:33:16  |   Wed 15 Feb 2023
EP. 13: The Finest Black Men in History

EP. 13: The Finest Black Men in History

In this episode about Black Men in History, we pay homage to the finest black men who have made a lasting impact on American society. From civil rights leaders, to entrepreneurs --- JK! Hahahah this …

00:27:50  |   Wed 08 Feb 2023
EP. 12: Can I Be Me Though? ft. Andrew Licout

EP. 12: Can I Be Me Though? ft. Andrew Licout

In this week's episode, Joy sits down with Instagram and TikTok creator and human being Andrew Licout (@andrewlicout) to discuss how to maintain a strong sense of self and hold onto your personal pre…

00:44:42  |   Wed 01 Feb 2023
EP. 11: Single Straight Black Man Learning

EP. 11: Single Straight Black Man Learning

Where do straight men go looking for love? What do they struggle with? Joy sits down with Shayne, the short form comedy-loving single straight Black and notable Hispanic man who's decided to take his…

00:38:55  |   Tue 24 Jan 2023
EP. 10 Hardballing as a Dating Method

EP. 10 Hardballing as a Dating Method

In this episode of the Dating Unsettled show, host Joy shares her personal experience with hardballing in dating and how it ultimately led to finding a partner. She explains the concept of hardballin…

00:31:56  |   Wed 18 Jan 2023
EP. 9: Pakistani Dating ft. Zoya Awan

EP. 9: Pakistani Dating ft. Zoya Awan

In this episode of the Dating Unsettled show, we speak with Zoya about the coveted culture around Pakistani-American dating. Zoya shares her personal experiences navigating the traditional expectatio…

00:43:01  |   Wed 11 Jan 2023
EP. 8: Five Boyfriends and a Dream ft. Jacque Aye

EP. 8: Five Boyfriends and a Dream ft. Jacque Aye

In this episode, Joy sits down with Jacque to discuss her experience dating in America as a Nigerian immigrant-kid and how it differs from Western dating culture. Jacque opens up about her experience…

00:37:59  |   Tue 03 Jan 2023
Unsettler Requests: Starting Long Distance

Unsettler Requests: Starting Long Distance

In this episode, Joy responds to an Unsettler's DM about tips for starting a long distance relationship. Long distance relationships can SUCK, but they can also be rewarding and fulfilling if everyon…

00:18:20  |   Tue 27 Dec 2022
EP. 7: Late Bloomers ft. Imani Bashir

EP. 7: Late Bloomers ft. Imani Bashir

Are you a late bloomer in the dating world? Do you feel like you're constantly playing catch-up with your peers when it comes to finding love and romance? In this episode, we'll be joined by special …

00:31:35  |   Tue 20 Dec 2022
EP. 6: DM Him First

EP. 6: DM Him First

Making herself a target of the femcels, Joy falls on a sword to wiggle into that tiny cavity of your brain that has convinced you shooting your shot with men is unacceptable. She responds to a letter…

00:43:19  |   Tue 06 Dec 2022
EP. 5: Hopeless Romantic Society STAND UP ft. JC Carter

EP. 5: Hopeless Romantic Society STAND UP ft. JC Carter

Joy interviews @hopelessromanticsociety host and creator Jahad (J.C.) Carter - J.C. has reached over 33 million people with his on-the-street interviews of New Yorkers who may or may not be down bad …

00:43:58  |   Wed 30 Nov 2022
EP. 4: Surviving the Split and Infidelity ft. The Faith-Filled Femme

EP. 4: Surviving the Split and Infidelity ft. The Faith-Filled Femme

Joy interviews a friend who experienced infidelity during her engagement and surprisingly wanted to stay. Until she didn't. Meet Brijet Finister (The Faith Filled Femme). She writes in a recent blog …

00:55:06  |   Wed 23 Nov 2022
Unsettler Requests: I'm Afraid of Prioritizing You

Unsettler Requests: I'm Afraid of Prioritizing You

In this bonus episode, Joy responds to an Unsettler's DM. This Unsettler is concerned about prioritizing someone while studying for a master's degree.

Follow the show and DM me your requests for bonu…

00:14:05  |   Tue 22 Nov 2022
EP. 3: Signs It's Going South

EP. 3: Signs It's Going South

Have you been developing a pros and cons list about a complete stranger you met on a dating app? In the talking stage and wondering if your interaction is failing or bound for relationship greatness?…

00:39:01  |   Tue 15 Nov 2022
EP. 2: You Are Not a Clock; Don’t Give Them The Time

EP. 2: You Are Not a Clock; Don’t Give Them The Time

This week, Joy reminds you that you are NOT a Clock and you don’t owe anybody an overstay of their time in your dating life. Join her as she examines societal demands on underrepresented daters to be…

00:35:47  |   Tue 08 Nov 2022
EP. 1: Joy Unsettled: How it all Began

EP. 1: Joy Unsettled: How it all Began

Welcome Unsettlers! This week’s episode is all about Joy’s online dating origin story. Join her as she discusses why she plunged into the online dating scene in the middle of the pandemic, how her tr…

00:33:50  |   Fri 04 Nov 2022
Trailer: Introducing Dating Unsettled with Joy Ofodu

Trailer: Introducing Dating Unsettled with Joy Ofodu

Welcome to the Dating Unsettled Show where we dare to date differently hosted by Joy Ofodu, a Creative Executive who has reached millions of people with my original comedy content, voiceover and orig…

00:02:11  |   Tue 01 Nov 2022
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