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Tales Over Cocktails
by 103.5 KTU (WKTU-FM)
A weekly podcast about relationships & dating in lonely NYC... (over drinks!) Hosted by your favorite friends, Astra, Wendy, & Danielle.
Episodes
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Judy Torres' Tales Over Cocktails
This week on Tales Over Cocktails, we welcomed our dear friend, and favorite chica, the incredibly talented Judy Torres, who shared her inspiring journey from dreams to reality, and all the personal challenges along the way. Her book dives deep into these emotions, revealing stories that many...
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Artificial Intelligence, Real-Life Drama and Zero Patience
This week on Tales Over Cocktails: AI chaos, Hinge horrors, Taylor Swift’s “Patient Zero,” the Cornell (5)7, and a Wendy & Astra kerfuffle that went WAY too far. We spill the tea on how a little AI-generated fun turned into a full-blown text war between us. We also touch upon Danielle's dating...
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The Dating Sewer, Utility Poles, Kitten-Fishing, And Dating Prospects
It was a rough day for Long Island commuters when a large utility pole snapped in half, halting service on the LIRR main line. The pole mentioned was in Wendy's friend's yard! A bait and switch situation occurred when Astra when she showed up for her first date, but she handled it in a classy…
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Reconnecting After A Summer Of Surprises!
Summer break is over and the TOC ladies are back with a brand new season. The trio reflects on their summer breaks, with Astra sharing her getaway to Greece, which she describes as a much-needed escape after her dating life took an unexpected turn. Danielle is officially a dog mom and made a few...
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Kitten Rescue, Ride Share Safety, And Women Who Lead
This episode has everything. Wendy recounts her heroic (and freezing) kitten blizzard rescue . Astra brings receipts about ride share services like Uber and whether drivers are actually vetted. And in honor of Women’s History Month, Danielle shares details about the panel she was invited to join…
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Cockroaches, ChatGPT, and the ‘Girls’ Debate
It’s Valentine’s Week, so you know we had to talk about it. We’re diving into the viral trend of zoos letting you name a cockroach after your ex (petty? yes. healing? also yes). Plus, Astra shares a new ChatGPT prompt you’ll want to try, Wendy asks if staying in is the new girls’ night out, and...
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Snow Creeps, Pretty Feet, Lavender Marriages, And Dating Breaks
On this episode of Tales Over Cocktails, Astra gets some much-needed clarity and considers throwing in the towel or reassessing. Wendy is finally seeing improvements in her health, but had a creepy cold run-in. Danielle stubs her newly-operated toe and finds herself back at the doctor's office...
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Danielle’s Feet, Wendy’s Defeat, and Astra’s Dismay
On this week's therapy session: Danielle updates us on her foot surgery and how she's scootin' around. In Astra's world - actions speak louder than words, and they leave her a bit confused. Wendy's January had her entire world come crashing down, and she's ready for a 2026 kick-off redo. See...
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Times Square, A Billboard, and a Soft No
This episode is a full cocktail of chaos and character. Astra takes us inside her New Year’s Eve in Times Square, because yes… she actually did it (VIP-style.) Then we get an update on Francois “Blue Eyes” (the saga continues), plus Danielle’s Bumble + billboard era because she’s officially a…
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Famous Faces, a Frenchman & a Heated Obsession
This week’s Tales Over Cocktails has it all. Danielle brings us behind the scenes of Jingle Ball and her celebrity run-ins. Astra opens up about her current dating chapter and New Year's plans. Wendy shares how one show, Heated Rivalry, sparked a full-blown hockey obsession. See...
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Makin' Moves, Good Dates & the Paper Towel Bandit Ex
This week on Tales Over Cocktails, Danielle is adjusting in post-move mode, Astra surprises us all with an actually amazing first date (!!), and Wendy shares the saga of once being victimized by her infamous paper towel–bandit ex. All laughs aside, we discuss the red and green flags to look out…
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The Lawng Island Ladies: Debbie Gibson Is Our Co-Host!
This week on Tales Over Cocktails, Wendy, Astra, and Danielle are joined by the one and only Debbie Gibson: singer-songwriter, pop icon, Broadway star, and the youngest woman ever to write, produce, and perform a No. 1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100. Debbie jumps in as our guest-host and chats…
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Touching, Feeling, Ghosting, and Moving
The ladies are back around the table with a week full of wild updates. Danielle drops the news about her big upcoming move, and everyone’s processing it in real time. Wendy opens up about how her most traumatic ghosting experience somehow turned into the best thing that ever happened to her. And...
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Guess Who’s Back? Tales Over Cocktails Returns!
SURPRISE! Tales Over Cocktails returns with its first new episode in half a decade. Catch up with Astra, Danielle, and Wendy as they reunite and dish on everything that’s gone down — new chapters, personal revelations, awkward moments, and maybe even a little tea. It’s the same humor you love, a...
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Just The Two Of Us...And Some Mind Blowing Stuff!
We’ve got half the crew today, but not half of a podcast. Astra and Wendy hold down the fort while Danielle and Wes are busy doing their thing. Wendy joins the Pfizer Pfam and is ready for vaccine #2. Plus she fills us in on the benefits of drinking Pino Noir. Astra FINALLY goes on a date but...
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Mic Check - Did You Hear? Half Of Us Are Vaccinated And Someone's Stamping Out The Tramp!
It’s a well over-due episode of TOC where the gang takes the opportunity to catch up. You’ll never guess who the first to be vaccinated was! (Hint: It wasn’t Wendy!) Astra finds a dream hustle for Danielle that involves becoming a sommelier. Wes goes into detail on his vasovagal reaction. Astra…
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We’re Ready To Cancel Our 2021 Membership!
On this week’s episode we reflect on the first week of 2021. Already off to a rocky start, we hope to offer a little distraction for the next 40 minutes. Astra makes a major upgrade to her life, but suffers a bit of a fail. Danielle wants to save the lipstick industry and discusses how 2020...
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From Regifting To Recycled Leftovers And Random New Music - Anything Goes This Holiday Season!
Cheers! It’s a topic-filled episode with your 4 favorite friends. We catch up on Astra supporting NYC businesses and an app where you can get some yummy grub. Danielle fills us in on regifting etiquette and holiday cocktails. Wes started his new job! Where is he now? Wendy shares some new music...
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NYC's Charlie Brown Christmas & More School Closings? Maybe A Drone Show Can Brighten The Mood
Buckle up! It’s a topic-filled episode with your 4 favorite friends. We catch up on Astra’s birthday extravaganza. Danielle fills us in on something truly magical she was a part of. Wes is ready for the next chapter, but what is it? Wendy talks COVID and Thanksgiving, school closures, vaccines,...
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The Insecure 20’s, Don’t Pee Shy 🙈
On this week's episode, Wendy suggests we talk to a professional catfish catcher after last week’s discussion. Meanwhile, Astra believes she is an actual pro. Astra shares a juicy story of something she did in her past that has the rest of the crew in shock! Were we all a little bit stalker-ish…
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Catchin' Catfish, Red Zone Life, Plus Thoughts On Trick Or Treating And More!
Astra reels in a big one... a catfish that is. Should she lend her detective skills to dating apps to help verify identities? Danielle is staying mum on a top secret project. Wes and Wendy reflect on life inside the red zone. Might there be another round of stockpiling groceries? Tune in to find...
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Covid Red Zones, Mariah's Memoir and Fall Baking Ideas!
On this weeks episode, Wendy is feeling SPICY and meeting up with one of our listeners to try their hot sauce called Silva Bullet. Wes is concerned about being in a Red Zone but he isn’t alone as Wendy is too. Danielle finally received Mariah Carey’s book in the mail and Astra is sharing her…
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Cocktails And Catching Up
On this episode of Tales Over Cocktails, the crew is back together again for a much-needed catch up sesh. They discuss indoor dining which has just returned to NYC at 25% capacity this week. Danielle’s been putting her PR skills to the test, Wendy has been geeking out in the world of photography,...
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Catching Up With Astra, Wendy, Danielle and Wes!
The foursome is back for a catch up session. After all this time, we found out that Wes decided to manscape, Astra still doesn’t know the fate of her living situation, Danielle has been reading and drinking her 40th birthday party favors (an entire year later) and Wendy has turned into a...
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Catching Up With The 3 “Beaches” Of TOC
The ladies of TOC return to catch up and come to find out that they all have 1 thing in common - they’ve all been at the beach lately. Wendy and Danielle have been working on their photography skills while Astra has been taking advantage of Phase 3 and cashing in on some personal beauty…
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Can't Cancel Pride! (Or Wes... He's Back.)
After a two week hiatus to reflect on current events, the foursome is back together. Yes, that means Wes too. We discuss what restaurants and gyms may look like in NYC in the future and recognize Pride month, making mention of our Can't Cancel Pride celebration, a virtual parade of LGBTQ stars…
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It’s DD’s Pre-Birthday Celebration! Plus Plant Talk Turns To Lack Of Showers And Who’s On WikiFeet?
The ladies of the pod are missing Wes but duty calls for him. We celebrate Danielle’s birthday a day early. Tune in to find out how she’s celebrating her quarantine birthday this year. She and Wendy get into a little plant talk and somehow we end up finding out how long we all go without taking...
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From "Labor Of Love" To Zaddy Panties And Everything In Between
The 3 ladies are back together while Wes is out and about. We welcome Meester Mario @meestermario this week, who is one of 15 guys featured on the brand new TV show “Labor Of Love” premiering this Thursday on Fox at 9pm. Talk about a small world, check out the podcast to find out how the four of…
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It's World Cocktail Day! Cheers!
It’s another girls night in with your favorite ladies from your favorite podcast! Wendy shares some drunken voice messages from Danielle that she sent after last week's podcast. Astra shares what’s new on her TikTok and Danielle’s Mother is obsessed with the app! Get ready because the ladies are...
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A Little Bit Of Laughs And All That Jazz
This week the ladies have two guests on while Wes is out making some cheddar. Anthony Rodia aka @rodiacomedy, and @SalTheVoice join us as the dynamic duo talk about their similar yet different lives in public. You’re guaranteed to LOL with a seasoned comedian and a singer who poses as a comedian…
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Fertility Clinics Are Open, Plus Cheating Is At An All Time High!
We all just found out that fertility clinics are now open and since the ladies of TOC are former egg freezers, we wanted to have Danielle’s doctor on the pod with Wes and the girls. We spoke with Dr. Bradley Trivax from @islandfertility in Commack, NY. He covered so many different fertility…
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Poops With Friends, Must Wear Musk And More Randomness Awaits
The foursome is back together and we had so much to catch up on. Danielle has been binge-watching something on Hulu called Little Fires Everywhere while also convincing the crew to download the Houseparty app. Astra cleaned out another closet and you’ll never guess what she found of Wendy’s! Plus...
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Weird Dreams, Comedy Tips and TikTok Famous
It’s all about the ladies of the pod. We think Wes might be preoccupied with his side hustle and we aren’t mad about it. We had some interesting things to talk about. Wendy’s been having some weird dreams and we come to find out that lots of other people are experiencing the same things - are…
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Happy Passover, Umm Where’s Wes?
The girls were joined today by Wendy’s friend Jaki (@uniqueny_), who hosted a virtual Seder. Danielle is trying out for something and we all think she’s gonna win! Astra had some serious flashbacks after finding some old and dated memories. The whole time we waited for Wes but he never came.…
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Saluting Our Health Heroes! And... In Need Of A Quarantine Bae?
As we all enter week 2 of quarantine, the crew is back to help lift your spirits up. We have two medical professionals that join us this week. Rebecca (@beccugh) is a nurse in the burn unit, but she is now on the front-lines helping patients who are being admitted into her hospital with COVID-19....
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Zoom In Baby! We Free The Girls As We Shelter In Place.
Wes is finally back with the crew. Wendy shares her days WFH braless (and Dr. Nebraska is fine with that.) Astra's friend is making masks for healthcare professionals and Danielle’s cousin Jen, who is a PA joins us as she is on the front-lines every day at the hospital she works in. We also shout...
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Surviving The Quarantine? We Share Some Interesting Findings And We’re Putting YOU On The Next Episode!
It’s another bonus at home TOC check-in episode with our quarantinis in hand. The girls are just as bored as you, but we have to all be in this together. Although Wes is most likely roaming around somewhere he shouldn’t be. Wendy tells us about a store that’s implementing social distancing, plus…
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Tales Over Cocktails: The Pantless Edition
Since we are all practicing social distancing, Wendy figured out a way for us to still bring you a new episode of TOC! The girls join together to keep things fun and informative while still entertaining you. Although we all may be in our undies talking to you from our respective homes, we are…
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Danielle & Astra Go On A Date, Staying Coronavirus Safe, + A New iOS Feature?
On this week's episode, we discuss the effects of COVID-19 and how we should focus on the facts that we know, not on what the speculations are, plus why is there a toilet paper shortage? We also talk about how some people talk TO their pets and some talk FOR their pets. Wendy tells us about a new...
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Coronavirus Scare Postpones Our Live Podcast, Plus Farts, Butthurt People, and Broken Dry Spells
Due to the Coronavirus scare, our live podcast taping was postponed. So we decided to come in to give you your weekly dose of laughter. Wendy deals with her gas issues, Wes shares some dating deal breakers, Danielle is holey, and Astra shares some really BIG news! Take a listen, rate and…
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Dr. Bradley Schaeffer From TLC's 'My Feet Are Killing Me' - BONUS Episode
Dr. Ebonie Vincent and Dr. Brad Schaeffer have never met a foot too funky to fix. TLC, the #1 cable network for women in primetime, proudly introduced these dynamic foot docs as the stars of MY FEET ARE KILLING ME. A welcome addition to TLC’s long history in the medical transformation space, the...
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Taking The Show On The Road Next Week And You're Invited...Plus More Foolishness!
We are so excited to announce that we are taking the show on the road next week and you're invited! Thanks to Danielle, to celebrate International Women's Day, on March 6th we will be going live from The Mondrian Terrace on Park Avenue from 6pm-9pm. Drink along side Astra, Wendy, Danielle and Wes...
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Valentine's Day Faux Pas, Astra-logical Vacations, Deleting Dating Apps And More
The crew is back and they recapped their Valentine's Day. Wes deals with a flower nightmare, Wendy falls asleep in her lingerie, Astra found a sweet speakeasy on the UES and Danielle fills us in on where to travel based on your astra-logical sign. Plus Flipz stops in, we get into things that many...
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Gettin' Down And Dirty On This Valentine's Day Special Show
Half the crew is missing so Astra and Wes bring in their friends Cinthya and Joey to get down and dirty just in time for Valentine's Day. From defining bussy's to eating chocolate the crew covers it all and helps to give you tips to make your Valentine's Day special. Whether you're single, in a...
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Koalas Have What? We Fill You In While Venting Over VDKA 6100 Cocktails And More!
The crew indulges in some drinks from Vdka 6100 thanks to John Castiglione who stopped by to tell us all about this gluten free, lactose free, additive free and sugar free vodka. We touch upon having anxiety when attending parties with unwanted guests. Wendy sang in a band again, John used an...
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Being Naughty, Chipotle Hacks, and Random Friend Requests Over Merlé
Our vajajays are smiling because today's episode is all 3 ladies...Wes is partying hard in Miami. Wendy gets added to a naughty Spanish webcam site and you'll never guess what she sees. Astra came across a TikTok that gives out a Chipotle Hack to get free food but does it work? We also got her…
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The Most Famous Receptionist In Radio - Anita Scipio Pays Us A Visit!
We were honored to have our MAMA join us on the pod today! Our receptionist for 19 years at iHeart paid us a visit. Now that she has become an Instagram superstar, we had to make sure to get her on with us! Plus we enjoyed some delicious treats from Docs Cake Shop in Brooklyn. Take a listen and...
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Retirement Party Recap & We Hit The Mail Bag - Episode 35
On this week's episode, the gang discusses Danielle and Wes' efforts planning a retirement party for a beloved co-worker. Wendy shares her Girl Scout Cookies, Astra meets a listener & we all indulge in his liquor pick of the week. We also read your DM's on this week's show. Please rate, review…
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Happy New Year! 2020 Is For Tailies! - Episode 34
The gang catches up in this first episode of the new year. Dee and Astra discuss "boob year" outfits, Wendy's excited that she found a new Girl Scout Cookie connection and Wes finds Canal Street special IV's HILARIOUS. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Are We Still Drunk? Holiday Parties, Coquito & Justin Jesso - Episode 33
From Justin to... Astra?! Hahaha -- (That was an American Idol reference, if you didn't catch it.) Wow, we were all over the place today in our last episode before the Holidays. Merkins, coquito, dating on the apps, holiday parties, and our very special guest, Justin Jesso who discusses his music...
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How many episodes does Tales Over Cocktails have?
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What is Tales Over Cocktails about?
A weekly podcast about relationships & dating in lonely NYC... (over drinks!) Hosted by your favorite friends, Astra, Wendy, & Danielle.
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Tales Over Cocktails is created and hosted by 103.5 KTU (WKTU-FM).
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