Ep. 77 Dating IRL: Matchmaking, Plot Twists & A Broken Nose (Part 2)

After deleting the dating apps (again), I decided to let real life do its thing and somehow ended up in a situation I definitely didn't see coming. It starts with my weekly hot yoga class, where I've been secretly crushing on the same guy for months. Then one spontaneous Latin night changes everything when I unexpectedly run into him… and let's just say the night takes a very unexpected turn. This episode is flirty, chaotic, and proof that sometimes real life is way messier (and way more fun) than dating apps.

In today's episode, I take you inside one of the most unhinged hot yoga classes of my life — where I'm sandwiched between two very different men and somehow spiral emotionally without speaking to either of them. On one side: a man who's clearly having the worst day of his life, breathing like The Grinch and radiating pure rage. On the other: a man twisting himself into human origami, pushing his body so hard I genuinely feared he might collapse mid-pose. Naturally, this leads me to reflect on my recent obsession with "smut books", how they've unlocked a new brainwave, and why they've completely ruined my dating expectations. Suddenly, I want men to communicate with emotional intelligence, whisper sweet nothings, and treat me like I'm the greatest thing on earth — despite the fact that I haven't even met them yet. And because delusion loves company, this episode ends with me doing something objectively dumb on a dating app, acting like a complete fool… thankfully from the safety of my phone and not in real life.

In today's episode, I bring you a front-row seat to one of the wildest unintentional social experiments of my life: watching a girl get fully, completely, dramatically bailed on mid-date… while my friend and I were just trying to some late night snacks.   Yes. He paid the bill. He stood up. He vanished like a Marvel character dusting away. And she was left at the table blinking like did that actually just happen?

This episode has a little bit of everything - a not-so-great blind date (my second ever!), a funny story from a dating app, volounteering at a marathon, and possibly getting a spontaneous tattoo?! Come hang out with me as I share the chaos, laughs, and lessons along the way. You're in for a fun one!

This week I'm recapping… well, not recapping, but definitely sharing how deleting my dating apps basically gave me back my brain (and my single-girl joy). From downloading, deleting, reinstalling, and deleting again (we've all been there), to finally just using them for fun and not as a part-time job — it's been freeing. I also chat about the clarity that comes when you step back, plus the very glamorous shoulder injury I managed to get… in my sleep. Because apparently even resting is dangerous now. Tune in for laughs, a little self-reflection, and a reminder that living your best single life should feel light, not like work.

She's here… Part 3! I know, I know — you've been waiting forever, and I've been way too busy having a little too much fun. But she's worth the wait, promise. This episode starts off with a tiny (but juicy) dilemma involving a man (of course it does), and then I spill all the details from not one but two speed dating events I braved. Double the speed dating, double the chaos, and maybe even double the fun. If you've been holding out for this one, thank you for being patient — now pour a drink, press play, and let's giggle our way through my love life together.

In this episode, I'm picking up where we left off in Part 1 — still off the apps and diving deeper into real-life dating. I share what actually went down at the matchmaking event (spoiler: I met two very different guys — one I call Tarzan, the other… well, he turned out to be more of a Nigel). But this episode isn't just about dating. I also: – Went to a "Pitch-a-Friend" event where my best friend pitched me to a room of strangers – Had a very real run-in with a grizzly bear – And broke my nose (yep, that happened too) Listen in for the full saga, and as always, feel free to send me your own dating disasters so I don't feel so alone in this mess. Thank you for your support! For more information, follow us on Instagram: @theforbiddentrainglepodcast You can also connect with Catherine on Instagram: @catherine_kilgour Email us at: [email protected]

In this week's episode, I'm kicking off a mini-series all about ditching the dating apps and getting back into the real world. Think of this as part one of three, where I share a life update, some hilarious moments, and why I'm shifting my mindset from finding "the one" to simply getting out there and practicing how to meet people in everyday life. From matchmaking events to speed dating (coming up soon!), this is just the beginning of a new dating adventure—and it's already proving to be way more exciting than swiping.  

This week, I'm serving up a chaotic mix of dating misadventures, unsolicited advice, and one truly concerning footwear choice. First up: Hot Yoga Man™️—because apparently, you all need more details, and honestly, so do I. Then, a friend suggested I conduct a social experiment and date older men. So, like any reasonable person, I expanded my Hinge age range… and immediately regretted it. Terrifying. Might delete. Speaking of regrets, let's revisit the blind date guy who showed up in Jesus sandals (yes, really) and the time I got catfished. Because apparently, the dating gods enjoy watching me suffer. Listen in for the full saga, and as always, feel free to send me your own dating disasters so I don't feel so alone in this mess. Thank you for your support! For more information, follow us on Instagram: @theforbiddentrainglepodcast You can also connect with Catherine on Instagram: @catherine_kilgour Email us at: [email protected]

In this episode, I dive into my unexpected reaction to Baby Girl, the new Nicole Kidman film. While the movie sets up a dynamic between Kidman's character and her husband that you're supposed to appreciate, I couldn't shake this uneasy feeling about their relationship. Then, when the younger love interest enters the picture, I found myself enjoying their dynamic—maybe a little too much. It got me thinking: why did I feel so drawn to something I knew I wasn't supposed to? The feeling of being overly complimented, almost love-bombed, felt oddly familiar… and kind of triggering. That realization led me to a funny (and slightly uncomfortable) story from my own life, which I'll share in this episode. Let's talk about unexpected emotional responses, love bombing, and the ways movies can reflect our own experiences—sometimes without us even realizing it. Thank you for the support! For more info visit/ contact  Podcast Instagram @theforbiddentrainglepodcast   Host Instagram @catherine_kilgour  Email [email protected]