The Dating Detectives

• Friends to Lovers to...Dogfish?

  This week on The Dating Detectives, we’re joined by Nick, a rare male guest with a story that starts like a romance novel and ends in shocking betrayal. What began as a fun, flirty college friendship slowly evolved into a deep, long-distance love that spanned 15 years. From inside jokes and late-night calls to emotional support and shared dreams, Nick and Jen’s friends-to-lovers arc felt like fate, until one innocent scroll on Facebook revealed the devastating truth. Merch is on sale until this Wednesday 4/9! Make sure to order before then to secure your goodie. Click here to shop now!Click here to join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you will get 2 extra episodes a month, monthly virtual live events, and access to our community page!If you've been dogfished and want to share your story on the show, email [email protected] or contact us through our website using this linkThank you to Netflix and their new show, Pulse, for sponsoring this episode! Premiering April 3 – A new hospital drama with mystery, romance, and high-stakes chaos. If you love Dating Detectives and Medical Detectives, you will love Pulse!Take control of your data today. Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan by visiting joindeleteme.com/datingdetectives and using the promo code TDD at checkout. This episode of The Dating Detectives is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit betterhelp.com/tdd today to get 10% off your first month.***The following Program contains names, places and events that have been anonymized or fictionalized for the purposes of protection and safety. The following Program is provided for entertainment purposes only and any commentary from the hosts are strictly conjecture and should not be held as making any definitive statements about the truth or identity of any particular individuals or circumstances.If you or a loved one are involved in an abusive relationship, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for support.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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• Mackenzie Undercover: The Mom-fish

  Happy Dating Detectives Monday, Sleuthies! This episode is a wild ride, and not for the faint of heart. It’s a Mackenzie Undercover episode, and today’s case is infuriating. A PI investigation into what seemed like a standard insurance fraud case spirals into something darker — a mom using her 4-year-old child in an elaborate scam. Fake injuries, staged doctor visits, and a heartbreaking history of child neglect unfold before your ears. If you thought you’d heard every kind of Dogfish story, this one will leave you stunned.Click here to join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you will get 2 extra episodes a month, monthly virtual live events, and access to our community page!If you've been dogfished and want to share your story on the show, email [email protected] or contact us through our website using this linkMERCH DROP DETAILS – Our second ever Dating Detectives merch drop is here!Early Access: Available now for all Patreon members.General Access: Drops this Wednesday. Check out our socials @datingdetectivespodcast for that link on Wednesday!Want in early? Join us on Patreon for just $5/month.Book Club Update – Our next pick is The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose — a twisty thriller full of scandal, murder, and, yes… Dogfish. Perfect for group discussion (and armchair detective work). Zoom book chat details coming soon to Patreon!Self-Defense Workshop with HannaWest Hollywood | April 6 & May 18$35 (includes safety goodies!)All profits go to the National Domestic Violence Hotline.Want us to bring a workshop to your city? Let us know at dontgetkilledclub.com.Thank you to Netflix and their new show, Pulse, for sponsoring this episode! Premiering April 3 – A new hospital drama with mystery, romance, and high-stakes chaos. If you love Dating Detectives and Medical Detectives, you will love Pulse!Looking for a new mattress? We cannot recommend Helix enough! Get 25% off sitewide during Sleep Awareness Month at helixsleep.com/datingdetectivesFix your credit fast with Ava. No interest, no credit check. First month free with code DATING at checkout!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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• Resort Romance: Part 2

  In this gripping two-part episode, our hosts dive into Laura’s shocking and emotional journey of love, deception, and heartbreak. Laura shares her whirlwind romance with a charming resort worker that spiraled into a tangled web of manipulation, financial exploitation, and emotional abuse.Trigger Warnings: This episode includes discussions about financial abuse, emotional abuse, suicidal ideation, and revenge porn. Listener discretion is advised.Click here to join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you will get 2 extra episodes a month, monthly virtual live events, and access to our community page!If you've been dogfished and want to share your story on the show, email [email protected] or contact us through our website using this linkInterested in checking out Laura's podcast? Listen hereTake control of your data today. Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan by visiting joindeleteme.com/datingdetectives and using the promo code TDD at checkout. Upgrade your sleep today. Go to trymiracle.com/tdd to try Miracle Made Sheets and get over 40% off. Plus, use our promo code TDD at checkout to get a free 3-piece towel set and save an extra 20%. With their 30-day money-back guarantee, there’s zero risk to try.This episode of The Dating Detectives is sponsored by Dipsea. For listeners of the show, Dipsea is offering an extended 30 day free trial when you go to DipseaStories.com/ TDDThis episode of The Dating Detectives is sponsored by Paired. Head to PAIRED.COM/DATINGDETECTIVES to get a 7-day free trial and 25% off if you sign up for a subscription.***The following Program contains names, places and events that have been anonymized or fictionalized for the purposes of protection and safety. The following Program is provided for entertainment purposes only and any commentary from the hosts are strictly conjecture and should not be held as making any definitive statements about the truth or identity of any particular individuals or circumstances.If you or a loved one are involved in an abusive relationship, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for support.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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• Resort Romance: Part 1

  In this gripping two-part episode, our hosts dive into Laura’s shocking and emotional journey of love, deception, and heartbreak. Laura shares her whirlwind romance with a charming resort worker that spiraled into a tangled web of manipulation, financial exploitation, and emotional abuse.Trigger Warnings: This episode includes discussions about financial abuse, emotional abuse, suicidal ideation, and revenge porn. Listener discretion is advised.Click here to join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you will get 2 extra episodes a month, monthly virtual live events, and access to our community page!If you've been dogfished and want to share your story on the show, email [email protected] or contact us through our website using this link***The following Program contains names, places and events that have been anonymized or fictionalized for the purposes of protection and safety. The following Program is provided for entertainment purposes only and any commentary from the hosts are strictly conjecture and should not be held as making any definitive statements about the truth or identity of any particular individuals or circumstances.If you or a loved one are involved in an abusive relationship, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for support.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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• Mackenzie Undercover: It Takes a Toll

  In this wild episode of The Dating Detectives, Mackenzie goes full undercover PI to investigate a mysterious series of toll violations that lead to an unexpected discovery—a Dogfish caught in the act! When a devoted wife suspects her husband’s car is being used fraudulently, Mackenzie uncovers a shocking story of deception and betrayal.Click here to join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you will get 2 extra episodes a month, monthly virtual live events, and access to our community page!If you've been dogfished and want to share your story on the show, email [email protected] or contact us through our website using this linkTake control of your data today. Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan by visiting joindeleteme.com/datingdetectives and using the promo code TDD at checkout. Upgrade your sleep today. Go to trymiracle.com/tdd to try Miracle Made Sheets and get over 40% off. Plus, use our promo code TDD at checkout to get a free 3-piece towel set and save an extra 20%. With their 30-day money-back guarantee, there’s zero risk to try.***The following Program contains names, places and events that have been anonymized or fictionalized for the purposes of protection and safety. The following Program is provided for entertainment purposes only and any commentary from the hosts are strictly conjecture and should not be held as making any definitive statements about the truth or identity of any particular individuals or circumstances.If you or a loved one are involved in an abusive relationship, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for support.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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