Dating, Laughter and Disasters

Dating, Laughter and Disasters

Lulu Johnson
Land Tyskland
Språk EN
Episoder 116
Siste 15.09.2026

A comedy podcast where host Lulu Johnson shares chaotic and hilarious dating stories from her life in Berlin. With a sharp, honest Irish perspective, she turns personal disasters into relatable storytelling. The show offers candid insights into modern romance, accompanied by a website, social media, and a book for listeners who enjoy her unique voice.

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  • Tyrone Stallone: "Men Have to Work Harder to please women"| S:5 E:2 15.09.2026 29min
    From pu$$y eating competitions at Kikat club to men having to work harder to please women sexually, the raw honesty in this ep will have you laughing out loud with Berlin's sharpest and wittiest comedian, Tyrone Stallone.Follow Tyrone:https://www.tyronestallone.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAcGRvZgJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA85MzY2MTk3NDMzOTI0NTkAAae8RCH_yQkimFhP-AlxkbcqOjfnfrvr3-SrYYX-HE5LzJCDGxk8cYSmhvw9Gw_aem_ZmFrZWR1bW15MTZieXRlcw Subscribe for more dating disasters, listener stories, comedy, and honest conversations from Berlin and beyond.Follow Lulu:Substack: ⁠https://substack.com/@stilldatinginberlin⁠Apple: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/dating-laughter-disasters/id1711177256⁠Website: ⁠https://datinginberlin.com/⁠TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@datinginberlin⁠Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/datinginberlin_/Email: mailto:[email protected] the conversation. Have a dating disaster, awkward first-date story, or Berlin romance story to share? Send it in, and you could be featured in a future episode.Subscribe, leave a comment, and tell us: what is the biggest dating red flag you ignored?
  • "Your nose rings are actively repelling men!"- Season 5 is BACK! | S:5 E:1 09.09.2026 30min
    Lulu Johnson and Ivy-Jo are back on the couch, and as usual, nothing is off-limits.Lulu opens up about going viral, laughing at troll comments about her nose rings, looks, age, and sex stories, and why the trolls are part of her success.This episode is for anyone who loves dating horror stories, Berlin chaos, brutally honest friendship banter, and laugh-out-loud oversharing that somehow still leaves you feeling seen.Subscribe for more dating disasters, listener stories, comedy, and honest conversations from Berlin and beyond.Follow Lulu:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2UxzWQsuvozSx3lVAZLKpDApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/dating-laughter-disasters/id1711177256Website: https://datinginberlin.com/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@luludatinginberlinInstagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/datinginberlin_/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lulu-johnson-245a3b317/Substack: https://substack.com/@stilldatinginberlinHave a dating disaster, awkward first-date story, or Berlin romance story to share? Send it in, and you could be featured in a future episode. mailto:[email protected], leave a comment, and tell us: what is the biggest dating red flag you ignored?
  • Season 5 is coming back on 09.09 with a BANG! 24.08.2026 8min
    Season 5 is coming back loud, funny, and a little bit feral. Catch me on YouTube at 10 am Sept 6th, and on all other podcast platforms at 6 am Sept 9th.Lulu Johnson returns with the story behind Dating, Laughter and Disasters - the book, the podcast, the live events, and the very personal reason she turned years of Berlin dating chaos into comedy that actually helps people.This podcast matters because it's about more than just dating. It's about reclaiming your story, building something of your own, and finding laughter in the middle of the mess. If you love candid storytelling, sharp honesty, and an Irish voice that never takes itself too seriously, this is an easy one to press play on.If you have ever wondered how to turn a messy love life into something useful, this one is for you. Lulu shares how an emotionally abusive relationship, years of hard-won self-awareness, and plenty of outrageous dating stories shaped her voice, her writing, and the show that now spans 130+ episodes.She also breaks down how the podcast grew into live shows, matchmaking events, and a wider creative life that includes writing, content, and a growing audience across Berlin and beyond. She talks honestly about loneliness, staying single on purpose, dating events, and why meeting people offline feels human again. Perfect for anyone navigating modern dating, starting over, or looking for a creator who can make the chaos feel a little more survivable.For more, follow Lulu on:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@datinginberlinSubstack: ⁠https://stilldatinginberlin.substack.com/⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datinginberlin_/TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@luludatinginberlinWebsite: https://www.datinginberlin.com/
  • Berlin Dating Weekender- Valentine's Day 2026 02.02.2026 5min
    Level Up Your Love Life in Berlin! This Dating Event is designed to help you date better, smarter, and with more confidence.When: Valentine's Day, February 14, from 4-7 pmWhere: Work.ish, Harzer Str. 39, 12059 BerlinSign up now⁠ - limited tickets available!What to Expect:Expert Panel Discussions: Get the real talk from relationship coaches and dating gurus, Ari Cohen and Frau Kiss'Date Better' Workshops: Hands-on sessions to boost your communication and connection skills.Meet Fellow Singles: Connect with like-minded people ready for meaningful relationships.Ready to unlock your dating potential?Sign up now - limited tickets available!The Weekender is the brainchild of Lulu Johnson (datinginberlin.com), acclaimed author of Dating in Berlin and host of the podcast Dating, Laughter & Disasters, and Annika (@overdated.berlin), founder of Overdated, the well-known dating event offering a new way to meet people in the modern dating era. Together, they’ve been redefining how singles meet — creating spaces that move beyond endless swipes, ghosting, and algorithmic love.Note: The event begins at 16:00 sharp; please arrive from 15:30.Follow LuluFollow AnnikaFollow the Event on InstagramOur Dating Experts: Ari Cohen and Frau KissThanks to our sponsors:ECKNEinhorn
  • 100th Episode LIVE from Podfest Berlin 2025 09.12.2025 50min
    It happened.... 100 episodes in 106 weeks!Lulu rounds off her huge milestone with Ivy-Jo, and Matt LIVE from Podfest Berlin 2025!There's life catch-ups, Ivy's final diary entry, and PLENTY of laughter as we end the podcast on a laugh!Please like, share, subscribe, and rate the show on whatever platform you listen on :)The goal of Lulu’s podcast is to make you laugh while getting real about the struggles of modern dating — with the hope that we can all be a little more respectful and ethical along the way.Follow Lulu for more relatable dating content:⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠
  • Rebuilding Modern Romance: A Guide to Meaningful Matches with a former Matchmaker- LikeButter 02.12.2025 52min
    Lulu sits down with Sasha — a former San Francisco matchmaker turned dating-scene innovator.Featured in Forbes and Business Insider, Sasha went from pairing singles to launching “LikeButter,” a standout offline dating event in Berlin.In this episode, we dive into the power of intentionality and why blending friendship with dating can spark deeper, more meaningful connections.Tune in for insightful stories, practical takeaways, and a refreshing new lens on finding love in Berlin.Check out Like Butter's next eventFollow Lulu for more relatable dating content:⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠The goal of Lulu’s podcast is to make you laugh while getting real about the struggles of modern dating — with the hope that we can all be a little more respectful and ethical along the way.
  • Live Show Dec 4th with Thursday Dating Events 27.11.2025 8min
    Lulu is teaming up with Thursday Dating for a special night of matchmaking- based on personality! A social game meets personality matchmaking — live at Volksbar!Ever wondered if you’d “date or pass” based purely on someone’s personality? No swiping, no photos — just vibes, banter, and chemistry.Find out more at Get Thursday.com https://events.getthursday.com/event/thursday-personality-date-or-pass-irl-25-35-berlin/Follow Lulu for more relatable dating content:⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠
  • Put in the Work if you Want to Heal- Crow Lady Coaching 25.11.2025 38min
    You can't change the dating scene; you can only change yourself. Dating coach Elizabeth offers valuable insights into nervous system regulation and attachment theory, plus she also recommends writing your list of what you want in a partner!Get into coaching for your own sake, and self-reflect and take accountability for why you act the way you do.The goal of Lulu’s podcast is to make you laugh while getting real about the struggles of modern dating — with the hope that we can all be a little more respectful and ethical along the way.Find out more about Elizabeth's coaching at crowlady.comFollow on InstagramFollow Lulu for more relatable dating content:⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠
  • He was obsessed with me, then Ghosted me... 18.11.2025 36min
    Lulu and Nikki are perplexed that some grown men still play games and find it so hard to be honest.The topic of celibacy also comes up as the girls discuss "fast food sex" and waiting it out for the "gourmet".The goal of Lulu’s podcast is to make you laugh while getting real about the struggles of modern dating — with the hope that we can all be a little more respectful and ethical along the way.Follow Lulu for more relatable dating content:⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠
  • Slut Shaming & Masterbation Shame: Generational Dating Differences 11.11.2025 36min
    Red joins the show to share her stalker story, while Lulu has a lightbulb moment about why she’s always chased a long-term relationship. The episode also dives into the contrasts between Gen Z and Millennial dating — from slut-shaming to masturbation taboos — revealing just how much the dating game and the conversation around it have changed.Follow Lulu for more relatable dating content:⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠
  • Love Stories of Berlin: Tinder Husband, Tinder Baby!- Quickie Report #30 10.11.2025 17min
    Ivy says 'ta-rah' as she heads off into motherhood, and the two besties spend the last episode of the 'Quickie Report' on positive love stories, so Lulu can be reminded that love can be found in Berlin.Follow Lulu for more relatable dating content:⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠
  • Unlocking Healthy Masculinity: Ari J Cohen 04.11.2025 53min
    Join Lulu and male dating coach Ari J. Cohen as they delve into the complexities of modern masculinity, dating, and relationships. Discover how embracing both masculine and feminine traits can lead to healthier, more fulfilling connections. This episode challenges the toxic dating advice prevalent today and offers actionable insights for men seeking genuine relationships.Enjoying the podcast? Don't forget to rate it on whatever platform you listen on.Follow Ari on InstagramYouTubestrengthinrelationshps.comFollow Lulu for more laughter and relatable dating stories⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠Ari's book recommendations:How to be a 3% Man/Corey WayneThe Game/Neil StraussMen are from Mars, Women are from Venus/ John GreyThe Five Love Languages/ Gary ChapmanRethinking Sex/Christine EmbaThe Four Agreements/Don Miguel RuizAttached/ Amir Levine, Rachel Heller
  • Love, Lies & Ghosting with Sailor Mars 28.10.2025 28min
    Chinihi is on, dressed as Sailor Mars, talking about her very useful and practical approach to her "ABC" dating technique.Lulu entertains her with her most recent dating drama after meeting a guy through a friend, and the girls reflect on the positives of living alone as a single woman, but also the downsides that come with having to do everything for yourself.Follow Lulu for more laughter and relatable dating stories.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠
  • Sleeping with Egyptian Popstars 21.10.2025 40min
    Molly shares her most memorable dating stories that will have you laughing out loud.Like the memorable New Year's Day in Bangkok, where she unexpectedly found herself in the company of an Egyptian pop star, the time her ex threw all of her clothes out the window after coming home from a night shift at McDonald's, to a series of dates centered around a cheese exchange, whilst living in China.Like, share, and don't forget to rate the show!Follow Lulu for more laughter and relatable dating stories.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠
  • Let’s Talk Periods: What They Didn’t Teach Us in School, with Carolina Spiess 14.10.2025 51min
    Remember how embarrassing it used to be to ask for a tampon, or even to speak about your period?Well, in this episode, that's all we're talking about!If you are someone who has ever had a period, this episode will blow your mind...Carolina Spiess, a certified Cycle Coach, joins Lulu to unravel how each phase of our cycle can significantly influence our day-to-day lives, affecting mood, energy, and attraction. As well as the effects it can have on dating and relationships,Learn what happens during the follicular phase (when rising estrogen boosts confidence and social engagement), the luteal phase (brings introspection and heightened sensitivity, impacting relationship dynamics). We also talk about shame surrounding periods, managing period pain, and the importance of self-care, plus a whole lot more.If you're looking to understand your body better, this episode offers valuable insights and breaks down common myths surrounding menstrual health. Follow Carolina:InstagramWebsiteFollow Lulu for more relatable dating content:www.datinginberlin.com⁠Instagram⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠YouTube
  • Slut Shaming -Quickie Report #29 13.10.2025 13min
    More teenage dramas unfold as young Ivy-Jo battles with a lack of self-worth, the joys of boys, and the all too familiar world of slut shaming.Welcome to Quickies, a spin-off from 'Dating, Laughter & Disasters'. Join Lulu & Ivy-Jo for random chats and guaranteed laughs to set you up for the weekend. Whether you're a local, from out of town, or just curious about the dating scene in Berlin, this Podcast is for you.Follow Lulu for more laughter and relatable dating stories.⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠Subscribe for more episodes and let’s keep the conversation going!
  • 100th Episode LIVE from Podfest Berlin 2025 13.10.2025
    Join Lulu as she records her 100th episode of the pod with best friend Ivy-Jo, plus a special guest!Friday, October 17th at 19:15 at Studio Chérie in Neukölln,Hobrechtstr. 65, Berlin, Germany 12047Get your tickets here Follow Lulu for more laughter and relatable dating stories.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠
  • A Man's Guide to Dating: with Tymon 07.10.2025 54min
    "You can find love in Berlin, but you have to go to Moabit to get it." Lulu has a *man *on the sofa — and this time, it’s Tymon bringing real talk and male perspective to the mic.In this insightful episode, Tymon from New York shares what modern dating looks like from his side — with honesty, heart, and a few laughs.Tymon believes the secret to successful dating today is getting off the apps, talking to real people again, and truly prioritizing connection — if it's love you're after.If you’re looking to understand the male mindset and walk away with a few lightbulb moments — this one’s for you.This is a refreshing conversation that promises to leave you smiling and inspired!The goal of Lulu’s podcast is to make you laugh while getting real about the struggles of modern dating — with the hope that we can all be a little more respectful and ethical along the way.Join Tymon at his next Resee Movie event Follow Lulu for more laughter and relatable dating stories.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠
  • How to Approach People in Real Life, with Nico Slater 30.09.2025 38min
    In a world that's fully connected, we have never been more disconnected.Luckily, Nico Slater is turning everyday interactions into moments of fun and connection.In this episode, she talks to Lulu about her experiences with approaching men, the reactions she receives, and the lessons learned from her interactions.Whether it's a cheeky chat-up line or a heartfelt conversation, Nico's story is a testament to the power of confidence and the unexpected path you can find yourself on from speaking to people in real life!The goal of Lulu’s podcast is to make you laugh while getting real about the struggles of modern dating — with the hope that we can all be a little more respectful and ethical along the way.Follow Nico on TikTok and InstagramFollow Lulu for more relatable dating content:www.datinginberlin.comInstagramTiktokYouTube
  • Teenage Love Triangle: Quickie Report #28 29.09.2025 16min
    Ivy is reliving the chaos from her teenage years, as this week she reveals she's got herself into a love triangle with her best mate...--------------------------------------------------------------Welcome to Quickie Fridays! A spin-off from 'Dating, Laughter & Disasters'. Join Lulu & Ivy every Friday for random chats and guaranteed laughs to set you up for the weekend. Whether you're a local, from out of town, or just curious about the dating scene in Berlin, this Podcast is for you.Follow Lulu for more laughter and relatable dating stories.⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠Subscribe for more episodes and let’s keep the conversation going!

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