The Elusive Dck Podcast

In this week’s conversation, Marjorie takes us deeper into her story, reflecting on what she calls her early “white bread” upbringing and what it meant to grow up as a middle child who always felt destined for more. From a vibrant and expansive college experience to exciting post-college roles that allowed her to explore the world, Marjorie shares how curiosity, ambition, and instinct shaped the life she built.   The conversation moves through love and relationships, including being proposed to multiple times and the journey that ultimately led her to meeting her husband. Along the way, the ladies unpack how early life experiences influence dating patterns, relationship choices, and personal standards, and how evolving into your full self changes the way you approach love.   It’s a candid look at dating after 50, personal growth, and how becoming who you’re meant to be can completely transform your experience in relationships.   The Elusive Dick offers a different perspective on dating and relationships, blending comedy with cultural commentary for women navigating love, desire, and independence later in life. Whether you’re single, dating again, or reflecting on your own journey, this podcast proves it’s never too late to reinvent yourself.   Please reach out with Dating Questions and Inquiries at: [email protected]   Follow us on Spotify, Apple Music, and everywhere you get your podcasts!   Podcast Episode Disclaimer: The stories shared on this podcast are based on personal experiences. Certain details, names, identifying characteristics, timelines, and circumstances may be changed or condensed for privacy and storytelling purposes. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental. This podcast reflects personal opinions and lived experiences. The content of this podcast is intended for entertainment and commentary purposes only. Stories may include composites of real experiences and may be modified to protect the privacy of individuals. No statements are intended as factual claims about any specific person.

The conversation dives into "cougars" vs "cubs," dating younger men, and how shifting perspectives can open doors you never thought you’d walk through. Marjorie challenges Barbara to consider something completely outside her usual comfort zone, while a new character enters the mix and keeps things interesting.   It’s a candid look at dating after 50, attraction, communication, and why sometimes the most unexpected choices lead to the most surprising outcomes.   The Elusive Dick offers a different perspective on dating and relationships, blending comedy with cultural commentary for women navigating love, desire, and independence later in life. Whether you’re single, dating again after divorce or loss, or just here for the stories, this podcast proves it’s never too late to start over.   Please reach out with Dating Questions and Inquiries at: [email protected]   Follow us on Spotify, Apple Music, and everywhere you get your podcasts!   Podcast Episode Disclaimer: The stories shared on this podcast are based on personal experiences. Certain details, names, identifying characteristics, timelines, and circumstances may be changed or condensed for privacy and storytelling purposes. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental. This podcast reflects personal opinions and lived experiences. The content of this podcast is intended for entertainment and commentary purposes only. Stories may include composites of real experiences and may be modified to protect the privacy of individuals. No statements are intended as factual claims about any specific person.

In this week’s conversation, Marjorie and Barbara shift gears and begin sharing their origin stories, starting with Barbara. From growing up in rural New Jersey and navigating early messages around sex, relationships, and religion, to wanting to leave college without the label of “virgin,” Barbara reflects on meeting her husband right after graduating college and the relationship that would shape her early adult life.   The conversation moves through love, marriage, and the devastating reality of loss, as Barbara shares her experience with grief, becoming a single parent, and what it means to rebuild your life after losing a partner. With honesty and depth, the episode explores how those early experiences influence the way we approach dating and relationships later in life. You don’t just start dating again—you become a completely different woman. We talk about the relationship with ourselves and where happiness really comes from.   It’s a candid look at dating after loss, rediscovering yourself, and stepping back into the dating world with a new sense of confidence, clarity, and personal power.   The Elusive Dick offers a different perspective on dating and relationships, blending comedy with cultural commentary for women navigating love, desire, and independence later in life. Whether you’re single, dating again after divorce or loss, or just here for the stories, this podcast proves it’s never too late to start over.   Please reach out with Dating Questions and Inquiries at: [email protected] Follow us on Spotify, Apple Music, and everywhere you get your podcasts!       Podcast Episode Disclaimer: The stories shared on this podcast are based on personal experiences. Certain details, names, identifying characteristics, timelines, and circumstances may be changed or condensed for privacy and storytelling purposes. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental. This podcast reflects personal opinions and lived experiences. The content of this podcast is intended for entertainment and commentary purposes only. Stories may include composites of real experiences and may be modified to protect the privacy of individuals. No statements are intended as factual claims about any specific person.  

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, effort, and why taking initiative in dating is one of the most attractive qualities—while a lack of effort is an immediate turnoff. With honesty and humor, they explore dating after 50, emotional availability, and how clarity shifts what you’re willing to accept. It’s a candid look at modern dating, relationship expectations, and the patterns that show up no matter your age. The Elusive Dck offers a different perspective on dating and relationships, blending comedy with cultural commentary for women navigating love, desire, and independence later in life. Whether you’re single, dating again, questioning what you want, or just here for the laughs, this podcast proves it’s never too late to rewrite the rules.   Please reach out with Dating Questions and Inquiries at: [email protected]   Follow us on Spotify, Apple Music, and everywhere you get your podcasts!     Podcast Episode Disclaimer: The stories shared on this podcast are based on personal experiences. Certain details, names, identifying characteristics, timelines, and circumstances may be changed or condensed for privacy and storytelling purposes. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental. This podcast reflects personal opinions and lived experiences. The content of this podcast is intended for entertainment and commentary purposes only. Stories may include composites of real experiences and may be modified to protect the privacy of individuals. No statements are intended as factual claims about any specific person.

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 someone before calling it, how upbringing and personal beliefs (including religion) shape the way we approach dating and relationships, and why certain patterns show up regardless of age. They also explore how it’s still possible to meet someone in real life, even in a world dominated by online dating and apps. It’s a candid look at dating after 50, relationship patterns, communication, and the shared experiences that connect people across generations in today’s dating landscape. The Elusive Dck offers a different perspective on dating and relationships, blending comedy with cultural commentary for women navigating love, desire, and independence later in life. Whether you’re single, dating again, curious about modern dating dynamics, or just here for the laughs, this podcast proves it’s never too late to rewrite the rules. Please reach out with Dating Questions and Inquiries at: [email protected] Follow us on Spotify, Apple Music, and everywhere you get your podcasts!     Podcast Episode Disclaimer: The stories shared on this podcast are based on personal experiences. Certain details, names, identifying characteristics, timelines, and circumstances may be changed or condensed for privacy and storytelling purposes. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental. This podcast reflects personal opinions and lived experiences. The content of this podcast is intended for entertainment and commentary purposes only. Stories may include composites of real experiences and may be modified to protect the privacy of individuals. No statements are intended as factual claims about any specific person.

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 coffee date inspired by a previous episode. Along the way, Marjorie successfully converts another peer to try dating younger men, and a familiar suitor resurfaces with a major update. As always, the episode is packed with real dating stories, unexpected twists, and sharp observations on modern romance.   It’s a candid look at dating after 50, trusting your instincts, communication in online dating, and how small actions can reveal big truths.   The Elusive Dck offers a different perspective on dating and relationships, blending comedy with cultural commentary for women navigating dating, desire, and independence later in life. Whether you’re single, dating again, curious about modern dating, or just here for the laughs, this podcast proves it’s never too late to rewrite the rules.   Please reach out with Dating Questions and Inquiries at: [email protected] Follow us on Spotify, Apple Music, and everywhere you get your podcasts!     Podcast Episode Disclaimer: The stories shared on this podcast are based on personal experiences. Certain details, names, identifying characteristics, timelines, and circumstances may be changed or condensed for privacy and storytelling purposes. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental. This podcast reflects personal opinions and lived experiences. The content of this podcast is intended for entertainment and commentary purposes only. Stories may include composites of real experiences and may be modified to protect the privacy of individuals. No statements are intended as factual claims about any specific person.

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 ability to spot red flags, detect inauthenticity, and recognize emotional performance versus real connection. They also share insights on finding the right couples therapist, what actually makes therapy effective, and how self-awareness changes the way you show up in modern relationships.   It’s a candid look at dating in today's world, emotional growth, resilience, and how doing the inner work can completely transform your experience in love and dating.   The Elusive Dck offers a different perspective on dating and relationships, blending comedy with cultural commentary for women navigating love, desire, and independence later in life. Whether you’re single, dating again after divorce, exploring therapy, or just here for the laughs, this podcast proves it’s never too late to rewrite the rules.     Please reach out with Dating Questions and Inquiries at: [email protected] Follow us on Spotify, Apple Music, and everywhere you get your podcasts!       Podcast Episode Disclaimer: The stories shared on this podcast are based on personal experiences. Certain details, names, identifying characteristics, timelines, and circumstances may be changed or condensed for privacy and storytelling purposes. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental. This podcast reflects personal opinions and lived experiences. The content of this podcast is intended for entertainment and commentary purposes only. Stories may include composites of real experiences and may be modified to protect the privacy of individuals. No statements are intended as factual claims about any specific person.

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 maintenance” relationships, communication habits in online dating, the strange dynamics that appear when you’re dating again later in life and finally we give an award out for THE MOST ELUSIVE! It’s a candid look at dating after 50, confidence, boundaries, and learning to advocate for your needs in today’s dating world. The Elusive Dick offers a different perspective on dating and relationships, blending comedy with cultural commentary for women navigating love, desire, and independence later in life. Whether you’re single, dating again after divorce, curious about modern dating dynamics, or just here for the laughs, this podcast proves it’s never too late to rewrite the rules.   Please reach out with Dating Questions and Inquiries at: [email protected] Follow us on Spotify, Apple Music, and everywhere you get your podcasts!   Podcast Episode Disclaimer: The stories shared on this podcast are based on personal experiences. Certain details, names, identifying characteristics, timelines, and circumstances may be changed or condensed for privacy and storytelling purposes. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental. This podcast reflects personal opinions and lived experiences. The content of this podcast is intended for entertainment and commentary purposes only. Stories may include composites of real experiences and may be modified to protect the privacy of individuals. No statements are intended as factual claims about any specific person.

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 advocate for your needs in today’s dating world. The Elusive Dck offers a different perspective on dating and relationships, blending comedy with cultural commentary for women navigating love, desire, and independence later in life. Whether you’re single, dating again after divorce, curious about modern dating dynamics, or just here for the laughs, this podcast proves it’s never too late to rewrite the rules.   Please reach out with Dating Questions and Inquiries at: [email protected] Follow us on Spotify, Apple Music, and everywhere you get your podcasts!   Podcast Episode Disclaimer: The stories shared on this podcast are based on personal experiences. Certain details, names, identifying characteristics, timelines, and circumstances may be changed or condensed for privacy and storytelling purposes. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental. This podcast reflects personal opinions and lived experiences. The content of this podcast is intended for entertainment and commentary purposes only. Stories may include composites of real experiences and may be modified to protect the privacy of individuals. No statements are intended as factual claims about any specific person.

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 humans often seek pleasure to avoid pain — sometimes resulting in selfish dating behavior. With honesty, humor, and compassion, the episode offers insight into dating after 50, emotional availability, and how clarity can shift your dating experience.   This episode delivers both hope and a game plan, asking the essential questions: What do you want? What are you trying to attract? Once that shift happens, new opportunities begin to appear.   Irina Gubenko Email: [email protected] Phone: 914-236-0554 Therapist Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/irina-gubenko-new-york-ny/1677719 IG: @holistic_mind_heart_therapy   The Elusive Dck is a dating podcast, comedy podcast, and relationships podcast offering a fresh perspective on midlife dating, dating apps, and dating younger men. Blending cultural commentary with lived experience, the show proves that dating again doesn’t have to be exhausting—it can be funny, freeing, and unexpectedly revealing.   Please reach out with Dating Questions and Inquiries at: [email protected]   Follow us on Spotify, Apple Music, and everywhere you get your podcasts!     Podcast Episode Disclaimer: The stories shared on this podcast are based on personal experiences. Certain details, names, identifying characteristics, timelines, and circumstances may be changed or condensed for privacy and storytelling purposes. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental. This podcast reflects personal opinions and lived experiences. The content of this podcast is intended for entertainment and commentary purposes only. Stories may include composites of real experiences and may be modified to protect the privacy of individuals. No statements are intended as factual claims about any specific person.

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 shares how she encouraged her peers to put themselves out there during a girls’ weekend away — and how once the fear of judgment faded, the stories (and opportunities) started flowing. Lucille reflects on the emotions, confidence, and personal growth that came from saying yes to dating again later in life. The Elusive Dck is a dating podcast, comedy podcast, and relationships podcast offering a fresh perspective on midlife dating, dating apps, and dating younger men. Blending cultural commentary with lived experience, the show proves that dating again doesn’t have to be exhausting—it can be funny, freeing, and unexpectedly revealing.   Please reach out with Dating Questions and Inquiries at: [email protected]   Follow us on Spotify, Apple Music, and everywhere you get your podcasts!   Podcast Episode Disclaimer: The stories shared on this podcast are based on personal experiences. Certain details, names, identifying characteristics, timelines, and circumstances may be changed or condensed for privacy and storytelling purposes. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental. This podcast reflects personal opinions and lived experiences. The content of this podcast is intended for entertainment and commentary purposes only. Stories may include composites of real experiences and may be modified to protect the privacy of individuals. No statements are intended as factual claims about any specific person.

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 of dating again later in life—and how finding the humor and joy in it all might be the only way through. The Elusive Dck is a dating podcast, comedy podcast, and relationships podcast offering a fresh perspective on midlife dating, dating apps, and dating younger men. Blending cultural commentary with lived experience, the show proves that dating again doesn’t have to be exhausting—it can be funny, freeing, and unexpectedly revealing.   Please reach out with Dating Questions and Inquiries at: [email protected]   Follow us on Spotify, Apple Music, and everywhere you get your podcasts!   Podcast Episode Disclaimer: The stories shared on this podcast are based on personal experiences. Certain details, names, identifying characteristics, timelines, and circumstances may be changed or condensed for privacy and storytelling purposes. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental. This podcast reflects personal opinions and lived experiences. The content of this podcast is intended for entertainment and commentary purposes only. Stories may include composites of real experiences and may be modified to protect the privacy of individuals. No statements are intended as factual claims about any specific person.

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 again later in life—and how finding the humor and joy in it all might be the only way through.   The Elusive Dck is a dating podcast, comedy podcast, and relationships podcast offering a fresh perspective on midlife dating, dating apps, and dating younger men. Blending cultural commentary with lived experience, the show proves that dating again doesn’t have to be exhausting—it can be funny, freeing, and unexpectedly revealing.   Please reach out with Dating Questions and Inquiries at: [email protected]   Follow us on Spotify, Apple Music, and everywhere you get your podcasts!   Podcast Episode Disclaimer: The stories shared on this podcast are based on personal experiences. Certain details, names, identifying characteristics, timelines, and circumstances may be changed or condensed for privacy and storytelling purposes. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental. This podcast reflects personal opinions and lived experiences. The content of this podcast is intended for entertainment and commentary purposes only. Stories may include composites of real experiences and may be modified to protect the privacy of individuals. No statements are intended as factual claims about any specific person.

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.   The Elusive Dck is a dating podcast, comedy podcast, and relationships podcast offering a fresh perspective on midlife dating, dating apps, and dating younger men. Blending cultural commentary with lived experience, the show proves that dating again doesn’t have to be exhausting—it can be funny, freeing, and unexpectedly revealing.   Please reach out with Dating Questions and Inquiries at: [email protected]   Follow us on Spotify, Apple Music, and everywhere you get your podcasts!   Podcast Episode Disclaimer: The stories shared on this podcast are based on personal experiences. Certain details, names, identifying characteristics, timelines, and circumstances may be changed or condensed for privacy and storytelling purposes. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental. This podcast reflects personal opinions and lived experiences. The content of this podcast is intended for entertainment and commentary purposes only. Stories may include composites of real experiences and may be modified to protect the privacy of individuals. No statements are intended as factual claims about any specific person.