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Friends Without Benefits

One woman. One man. Thirty plus years of strictly platonic friendship with ZERO romantic history between them.This is Friends Without Benefits.Rachel Sobel is the face behind the popular blog and Instagram account, Whine and Cheez-its. She is the mother of two, a do-over wife, and award-winning writer, author and speaker.Dale McLean is a South Florida entertainment staple affectionately known as Uptown Dale. He is a bachelor, owner of a successful entertainment company, television personality and in-arena host for the Miami Heat.Together they tackle a range of topics around relationships, dating and current events, all with a banter that has been brewed to perfection for decades.Follow Rachel at www.instagram.com/whineandcheezitsFollow Dale at www.instagram.com/uptowndale

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Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
32 minutes
Episodes
109
Years Active
2022 - 2025
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S2 Ep. 12: The

S2 Ep. 12: The "Babygirl" Vibe, Savannah Bananas and TikTok Trends

Our latest episode covers a lot of ground! From the evolving landscape of masculinity, exploring the "baby girl vibe" trend to our love for the Harlem Globetrotters of Baseball - The Savannah Bananas…

00:30:16  |   Tue 30 Apr 2024
S2 Ep. 11: Online antics, Canceled Celebrities and TikTok Scandals

S2 Ep. 11: Online antics, Canceled Celebrities and TikTok Scandals

Join us for our latest episode, where we dive into the absurdities of everything that happens online. Laugh along as we share tales of podcast stardom in Dubai all while questioning why we're not coo…

00:41:16  |   Tue 23 Apr 2024
S2 Ep. 10: Reality TV Tea and We Play a Few Rounds of FMK

S2 Ep. 10: Reality TV Tea and We Play a Few Rounds of FMK

Today on Friends Without Benefits we dive into our monthly reality TV's recap with all the juiciest tea and behind-the-scenes drama.

Then, get ready for some armchair psychoanalysis as we unravel the …

00:36:34  |   Tue 16 Apr 2024
S2 Ep. 9: Platonic Bonds, Snowbird Exodus and The Drake Concert Incident

S2 Ep. 9: Platonic Bonds, Snowbird Exodus and The Drake Concert Incident

Ever found yourself in the friend zone and wondered if that was the best place to be? Join Rachel and me, Dale, as we laugh our way through the nuances of platonic friendships and the benefits they b…

00:34:07  |   Tue 09 Apr 2024
S2 Ep. 8:  Opulent Estates, Age Gap Relationships and Biscoff Cookie Obsessions

S2 Ep. 8: Opulent Estates, Age Gap Relationships and Biscoff Cookie Obsessions

Have you ever been mistaken for a celebrity? Well, we spark a hilarious debate about who we apparently mirror in the world of fame and fortune. We also dig into age-gap relationships, inspired by the…

00:38:34  |   Tue 02 Apr 2024
S2 Ep. 7: From Hair Woes to Fashion Shows and the Tastiest Charcuterie Challenges

S2 Ep. 7: From Hair Woes to Fashion Shows and the Tastiest Charcuterie Challenges

Join us for a hilarious hair-raising adventure as we delve into Dale's people-pleasing habits related to his barbers.  This comedic chapter promises laughs as we attempt to untangle the chaos of his …

00:29:27  |   Tue 26 Mar 2024
S2 Ep. 6: All Things Sports with Special Guest, Former NFL Player Donte Whitner

S2 Ep. 6: All Things Sports with Special Guest, Former NFL Player Donte Whitner

In our conversation, Donte shares the highs and lows of his draft day, the camaraderie of team dynamics, and the rivalries that fuel competition. We discuss the importance of tone and voice in comman…

00:36:51  |   Tue 19 Mar 2024
S2 Ep. 5: Laughing at Life's Curveballs, Celebrity Encounters and Love is Blind

S2 Ep. 5: Laughing at Life's Curveballs, Celebrity Encounters and Love is Blind

Imagine a lifelong friendship filled with laughter, nostalgia, and the occasional microphone mishap. That's the camaraderie Rachel and Dale bring to our latest banter-packed episode. We start with ou…

00:45:18  |   Tue 12 Mar 2024
S2 Ep. 4: Public personas, Vanderpump and Social Media Etiquette

S2 Ep. 4: Public personas, Vanderpump and Social Media Etiquette

Still holding court in a beautiful mansion in Harbor Beach talking about hip hop, more reality TV. We can't not dive into the drama of "Vanderpump Rules" and navigate the stormy waters of on-screen r…

00:40:08  |   Tue 05 Mar 2024
S2 Ep. 3: Guest Brittany Brave Adds Her Take On Reality TV

S2 Ep. 3: Guest Brittany Brave Adds Her Take On Reality TV

Brittany Brave is back for another episode while we take over the gorgeous mansion at 74 Isla Bahia in Fort Lauderdale. Of course there is no shortage of humor as we dive into our obsession with real…

00:39:26  |   Tue 27 Feb 2024
S2 Ep. 2: Comedian Brittany Brave Reads Our Birth Charts

S2 Ep. 2: Comedian Brittany Brave Reads Our Birth Charts

Join us for an unforgettable podcast episode with comedian, writer and all around badass, Brittany Brave, where laughter meets life's raw experiences. From sharing laughs at a DJ battle to discussing…

00:40:11  |   Tue 20 Feb 2024
S2 Ep. 1: Life Update and Mansion Madness!

S2 Ep. 1: Life Update and Mansion Madness!

Sunshine, laughter, and a touch of nostalgia - that's what we're serving up as we swing open the doors to Season 2, all from the splendor of an $18 million mansion in Fort Lauderdale. Dale and I deck…

00:29:29  |   Tue 13 Feb 2024
Ep. 56: How We Really Feel About Bethenny’s Interview with Rachel/Raquel

Ep. 56: How We Really Feel About Bethenny’s Interview with Rachel/Raquel

The dust has settled on the biggest drama to hit Bravo, Scandoval. But leave it to Bethenny Frankel to interview Vanderpump’s villain, Rachel/Raquel/Whatver to restir up the drama. Rachel, Dale and …

00:33:33  |   Tue 24 Oct 2023
Ep. 55:The Hoe Phase and The One Who Got Away

Ep. 55:The Hoe Phase and The One Who Got Away

Dale, Rachel (and Marni who’s sticking around for a few episodes), dig into the phenomenon of ‘The Hoe Phase” and the age-old problem of the one who got away. They also reminisce about summer camp h…

00:34:17  |   Wed 18 Oct 2023
Ep. 54 – Rachel’s Best Friend, Marni, Goes Head-to-Head with Dale on Friend’s Trivia

Ep. 54 – Rachel’s Best Friend, Marni, Goes Head-to-Head with Dale on Friend’s Trivia

We’re back at Pizza District and this time, Rachel’s best friend of over 30 years is joining the duo. She relives moments from her dream of becoming an actress and her Outback Steakouse accolades. A…

00:36:42  |   Tue 10 Oct 2023
Ep. 53: SnapChat Streaks, Britney Spears and Dating Felons

Ep. 53: SnapChat Streaks, Britney Spears and Dating Felons

Do not get between Dale and his SnapChat streaks. Rachel learned about the severity of streaks at the top of this episode. Then it’s all about Britney, Bitch with a little tangent into dating crimin…

00:26:24  |   Tue 03 Oct 2023
Ep. 52: Reality TV Roundup

Ep. 52: Reality TV Roundup

The duo is back on their reality TV soapbox. They’re chatting Jersey Shore, Jewish Matchmaker, Love Island, The Secrets of Hillsong and more. Also, they agree that DJ PaulyD is the G.O.A.T., even if…

00:32:17  |   Tue 12 Sep 2023
Ep. 51: Rachel Wants to Know If Dale Notices Cellulite and Leg Stubble

Ep. 51: Rachel Wants to Know If Dale Notices Cellulite and Leg Stubble

Rachel is quizzing Dale on what he notices about the opposite sex and what gives him the ick. Cellulite, toe hair, lipstick color, unshaven legs and so much more. They are getting into all of it, fr…

00:33:01  |   Thu 07 Sep 2023
Ep. 50: Bama Rush and Dale’s Vanilla Ice Music Video

Ep. 50: Bama Rush and Dale’s Vanilla Ice Music Video

Rachel and Dale are talking about the Bama Rush phenomenon and comparing it to their own rush experiences many, many, MANY moons ago. Things have certainly changed and we’re on the front lines of so…

00:33:47  |   Tue 29 Aug 2023
Ep. 49: End of summer recap and stolen organs

Ep. 49: End of summer recap and stolen organs

It may still be 100 degrees here in South Florida, but summer is coming to an end. Dale and Rachel talk about summer things, Dave Matthews, Soccer, and the urban legends around stolen organs (which …

00:31:34  |   Tue 22 Aug 2023
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