The Elusive Dck Podcast

In this week’s conversation, Marjorie and Barbara catch up on where they are in their dating lives right now. Just off of a vacation, Barbara and Marjorie talk about feeling like you’ve landed in the land of misfit toys. Barbara reflects on how one-night stands don’t quite hit the same anymore, while Marjorie navigates resurfacing connections from her past and what it means when old stories reappear at new stages of life.

The ladies dive into the bigger question: is there really “the one,” and do we actually want to find them? They unpack attraction...

In this week’s conversation, Marjorie and Barbara catch up on the latest in their dating lives, from unforgettable bad dates to the evolving realities of modern dating. The ladies introduce a few new characters—including Maria (60) and Anastasia (30)—and unpack everything from “MEN-O-PAUSE” moments to why “short kings” might still be tall in the right places. Along the way, they share stories about dating a psychologist, questionable date choices (including ketamine-fueled doctor), and the fine line between giving someone a chance and knowing when it’s time to walk away.

The conversation dives into how many chances you give...

This week Marjorie and Barbara catch up on their latest dating stories, from Barbara's Miami girls trip filled with poolside texting escapades to unexpected updates from past prospects. Barbara shares highlights from escaping the cold and navigating modern dating while traveling, while Marjorie walks us through a promising connection that didn’t quite land—and why not making time for something as simple as coffee can be the ultimate deal breaker.

The ladies dive into gut instincts in dating, giving credit where it’s due (including an “A for effort” contender), and experimenting with a facetime co...

In this week’s conversation, Marjorie and Barbara are joined by Cate, a high-end interior designer, to talk about navigating marriage, divorce at a young age, and the resilience it takes to rebuild your life and yourself after it all. From shifting friendships as people get engaged, married, and divorced, to the emotional evolution that comes with starting over, the conversation explores what it really means to build a beautiful life from the inside out.

The women dive into dating after divorce, including what Cate learned from dating an actor—and how it sharpened her abili...

In this week’s conversation, Marjorie and Barbara catch up on the latest developments in their dating lives—including some new and younger prospects entering the mix, a persistent suitor who just can’t get enough of Marjorie, and a date that left Barbara feeling more “aunt” than romantic interest when a gentleman gave off unmistakable nephew vibes. Along the way, the ladies introduce a few new characters, say goodbye to a couple of hopeful contenders, and share the unexpected screening methods many men seem to use while navigating modern dating.

It’s a candid look at “text maintenan...

In this week’s conversation, Marjorie and Barbara catch up on dating stories from the winter holidays, travel adventures in Paris, and the unexpected drama that followed. From nurses, firemen, and a construction worker gentleman who isn’t Marjorie’s usual type, the ladies unpack follow-up dates, lingering prospects, and new romantic interests. They dive into dating narcissists, the importance of presence and listening, modern dating versus old-fashioned courtship, international trips after three dates, and the realities of intimacy—including a missing condom (or two).

It’s a candid look at dating after 50, confidence, boundaries, and learning to advocat...

In this episode of The Elusive Dick, hosts Marjorie and Barbara welcome their second guest, Irina — a therapist, spiritual healer, and fellow dater navigating the modern dating world alongside them. Together, the women unpack how people often hide behind screens, why plans that get pushed for weeks or months are a major turnoff, and how online dating has become a space for attention-seeking and confidence boosts rather than real connection.

Drawing on Irina’s 25+ years counseling couples, the conversation explores why you might not get a text back, how people prioritize (or avoid) meeting in person, and how h...

In this episode of The Elusive Dck, hosts Marjorie and Barbara are joined by Lucille, their first guest, for an honest and funny conversation about dating outside the traditional age range and navigating the judgment that often comes with it. From peers’ opinions on age-gap dating to Marjorie’s mother-in-law wanting every detail of her dating life, the hosts unpack how outside voices can shape — or limit — how women date after 50.

The conversation dives into the rules of dating men over 65, social expectations around older women dating again, and what happens when you choose curiosity over judgment. Marjorie...

In this episode of The Elusive Dick, hosts Marjorie and Barbara explore the gap between online dating personalities and real-life chemistry. From men who present one persona online but behave differently in person, to giving those with a good sense of humor a real chance, they share candid stories about navigating dating apps, discovering men with hidden lives, and spotting ghosting or other red flags before it’s too late.

Through real stories and sharp observation, the conversation explores older women dating again, setting boundaries, and why clarity matters more than chemistry. The hosts also talk candidly about the idea...

In this episode of The Elusive Dck, hosts Marjorie and Barbara dive into the realities of modern dating after 50, including lying on dating profiles, navigating dating apps, dating long distance, and the unspoken work of shepherding men into relationships. With humor and honesty, they unpack communication in casual dating, mismatched expectations, and the mental gymnastics that modern dating has us all trapped in. 

Through real stories and sharp observation, the conversation explores older women dating again, setting boundaries, and why clarity matters more than chemistry. The hosts also talk candidly about the idea of dating aga...

In this episode of The Elusive Dck, hosts Marjorie (62) and Barbara (55) share how they met, how they found themselves back in the dating world, and what led them to start dating younger men. From first dates and confidence to age-gap dynamics and modern dating expectations, they unpack real experiences with sharp observations and laugh-out-loud moments that only come from lived experience.

This candid conversation explores dating after 50, self-confidence, boundaries, and how midlife dating looks very different when you know who you are—and what you’re no longer willing to tolerate.

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