Dating in Berlin presents: Dating, Laughter & Disasters

Lulu Johnson
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Turning chaos into comedy with Lulu Johnson. Candid storytelling, sharp honesty and an Irish voice that never takes itself too seriously. Dating in Berlin is a dating and relationships media brand, with its podcast, Dating, Laughter & Disasters, at the centre of the community. For more chaos follow Lulu: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datinginberlin_/ 💖 Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/datinginberlin 🌐 Website: https://www.datinginberlin.com/ 🔥 Substack: https://stilldatinginberlin.substack.com/ ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@datinginberlin 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@luludatinginberlin 📖 Buy the book: https://www.amazon.de/dp/3000732977?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860#immersive-view_1667487012713

  1. 1d ago

    "I Need Romance in the Dark Rooms"- Book Daddy | S5: E6

    Berlin’s sex and dating scene is a LOT. And if you’ve ever wondered what actually goes on behind the private parties, dark rooms, apps, and afterparties… this episode gets into it. I’m joined by Joss, aka Book Daddy, who has been living in Berlin since 2016 and has experienced plenty of the city’s more hedonistic corners. He now writes about queer dating, sex and nightlife from the inside — including his ongoing project The Broken Boys Club. We chat about why sex in Berlin can feel incredibly easy to find, while actual connection can feel weirdly difficult. We get into private parties, “DL” spaces, chemsex, afterparties, dating apps, sobriety, emotional availability, and the difference between having endless options and actually finding someone you want to build something with. And yes, there are some VERY Berlin stories along the way. In this episode, we talk about: Why Berlin is the easiest place in the world to find a hookup — but not necessarily a relationship What actually goes on at private parties and how the unspoken rules work “DL” spaces, chemsex and afterparties in Berlin’s queer nightlife How sobriety can completely change the way you date and connect The line between sex, intimacy and emotional availability How Joss became known as Book Daddy His writing and The Broken Boys Club What years of dating in Berlin have taught him about people, sex and relationships It’s funny, honest, occasionally chaotic and definitely not your average conversation about dating. Because maybe the problem with dating in Berlin isn’t that there aren’t enough people to meet. Maybe it’s that there are too many ways to connect without actually connecting. Follow Joss: Substack: https://bookdaddy.substack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/book.daddy.presents/ Broken boys Club: https://www.dancelawyer.com/publication/zixmt8mbuki2onrq1yrukobi11pmp6-nz3af Follow Lulu on: Substack ⁠⁠https://substack.com/@stilldatinginberlin⁠⁠ Website ⁠https://datinginberlin.com/⁠ TikTok ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@datinginberlin⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/datinginberlin_/⁠ Linkedin⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/lulu-johnson-245a3b317/⁠ If you’ve ever wondered why dating feels so exhausting, why everyone seems either unavailable or complicated, or how comics turn disaster into material, this one is for you. Perfect for anyone living in Berlin, dating in Berlin, or just fascinated by the beautiful mess of it all.

  2. Sep 29

    The Dating Orange - "I wouldn't have swiped right on my fiancé" | S:5 E:4

    After her first appearance on the show in 2024 and racking up 53 first dates, The Dating Orange is back to prove that love still exists, having met her fiancée in the most unconventional way! Lulu and Orange discuss dating-app burnout, the green flags to help you find love, and the difficulty of getting men to go to dating events, Follow Orange: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2rJ44yMH6rQaGDXHKmVzPb?si=6cZZurtETsqAhfQ4TG1aiw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedatingorange/ Podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/7gUHgemE5MeumXucOdBXb3 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedatingorange Follow Lulu on: Substack ⁠https://substack.com/@stilldatinginberlin⁠ Website https://datinginberlin.com/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@datinginberlin Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/datinginberlin_/ Linkedinhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lulu-johnson-245a3b317/ If you’ve ever wondered why dating feels so exhausting, why everyone seems either unavailable or complicated, or how comics turn disaster into material, this one is for you. Perfect for anyone living in Berlin, dating in Berlin, or just fascinated by the beautiful mess of it all.

    The Dating Orange - "I wouldn't have swiped right on my fiancé" | S:5 E:4

  3. Sep 22

    Daniel Lukas is The Only Funny German, like.

    German-born, Cork-based comedian Daniel Lucas — better known online as **The Only Funny German** — joins Lulu Johnson for a very Irish conversation about comedy, dating, culture and building a life abroad.Daniel talks about moving from Germany to Cork, why he ended up staying, and how random thoughts turned into viral comedy videos.We get into the differences between **German and Irish humour**, Cork accents, dating in a small city, Irish culture, and what it’s actually like trying to build a creative career somewhere new.If you like **dating disasters, Irish banter, cultural differences, comedy and stories about starting over in another country**, this one's for you.🎙️ **Follow Daniel / The Only Funny German:**[The Only Funny German] https://www.instagram.com/theonlyfunnygerman/🎧 **Listen to Dating, Laughter & Disasters:**[Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/[Dating in Berlin](https://datinginberlin.com/📩 **Share your own dating story:**[hello@datinginberlin.com](mailto:hello@datinginberlin.com)📱 **Follow Dating in Berlin:**[Instagram – @datinginberlin_ https://www.instagram.com/datinginberlin_/[TikTok – Dating in Berlin](https://www.tiktok.com/@datinginberlin_

    Daniel Lukas is The Only Funny German, like.

  4. Sep 15

    Tyrone Stallone: "Men Have to Work Harder to please women"| S:5 E:2

    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/@stilldatinginberlin⁠ Apple: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/dating-laughter-disasters/id1711177256⁠ Website: ⁠https://datinginberlin.com/⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@datinginberlin⁠ Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/datinginberlin_/ Email: mailto:hello@datinginberlin.com Join 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?

    Tyrone Stallone: "Men Have to Work Harder to please women"| S:5 E:2

  5. Sep 9

    "Your nose rings are actively repelling men!"- Season 5 is BACK! | S:5 E:1

    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/2UxzWQsuvozSx3lVAZLKpD Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/dating-laughter-disasters/id1711177256 Website: https://datinginberlin.com/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@luludatinginberlin Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/datinginberlin_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lulu-johnson-245a3b317/ Substack: https://substack.com/@stilldatinginberlin 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. mailto:hello@datinginberlin.com 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

  6. Season 5, Episode 131 Trailer

    Season 5 is coming back on 09.09 with a BANG!

    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/@datinginberlin Substack: ⁠https://stilldatinginberlin.substack.com/⁠ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datinginberlin_/ TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@luludatinginberlin Website: https://www.datinginberlin.com/

  7. Feb 2 ·  Bonus

    Berlin Dating Weekender- Valentine's Day 2026

    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 pm Where: Work.ish, Harzer Str. 39, 12059 Berlin Sign 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 Lulu Follow Annika Follow the Event on Instagram Our Dating Experts: Ari Cohen and Frau Kiss Thanks to our sponsors: ECKN Einhorn

  8. 12/09/2025

    100th Episode LIVE from Podfest Berlin 2025

    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: ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠

    100th Episode LIVE from Podfest Berlin 2025
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Turning chaos into comedy with Lulu Johnson. Candid storytelling, sharp honesty and an Irish voice that never takes itself too seriously. Dating in Berlin is a dating and relationships media brand, with its podcast, Dating, Laughter & Disasters, at the centre of the community. For more chaos follow Lulu: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datinginberlin_/ 💖 Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/datinginberlin 🌐 Website: https://www.datinginberlin.com/ 🔥 Substack: https://stilldatinginberlin.substack.com/ ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@datinginberlin 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@luludatinginberlin 📖 Buy the book: https://www.amazon.de/dp/3000732977?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860#immersive-view_1667487012713

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