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Where Nerds Really Meet Their Player 2 - Date Like A Nerd
Tired of dating advice that feels like it was written for a totally different species? This is a data-based dating guide for nerds!
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Only 6% of Nerd Couples met on Dating Apps!
I surveyed hundreds of Nerds and found out where they really met their Player 2 (it wasn't apps, bars, or cold approaches), how many started as friends (68%!), and where singles actually go to socialize (spoiler: the wrong places!).
I surveyed hundreds of Nerds and found out where they really met their Player 2 (it wasn't apps, bars, or cold approaches), how many started as friends (68%!), and where singles actually go to socialize (spoiler: the wrong places!).
🫣 Meeting new people can be scary. That's why online gaming communities are a great way to start if you have Level 1 Social Skills and want to grind some XP! 👾 In this episode, Kaylee Lopez shares why communities are important and how you can use them to level up your social skills IRL 💬
Level Up Your Social Skills Using Online Gaming Communities - Date Like A Nerd
Online gaming communities are a great way to start if you have Level 1 Social Skills and want to gain some XP! 👾
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December 10, 2025 at 1:15 PM
🫣 Meeting new people can be scary. That's why online gaming communities are a great way to start if you have Level 1 Social Skills and want to grind some XP! 👾 In this episode, Kaylee Lopez shares why communities are important and how you can use them to level up your social skills IRL 💬
🧛♂️ How can you find a partner at a convention? Conventions are a great place to meet nerds, and relationships can come out of those connections. Bimini and Riv's story proves that a convention crush can turn into something real 🤝
From Cosplay Competition to Long Distance Love - Date Like A Nerd
🧐 How can you find a partner at a convention? Bimini and Riv's story proves that a convention crush can turn into something real!
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November 26, 2025 at 11:57 AM
🧛♂️ How can you find a partner at a convention? Conventions are a great place to meet nerds, and relationships can come out of those connections. Bimini and Riv's story proves that a convention crush can turn into something real 🤝
🏋️♀️ Afraid to approach your gym crush? People go there to exercise and decompress, not to be hit on by random NPCs. So how do you bridge that gap?
How to Approach Your Gym Crush (Without Being A Creep) - Date Like A Nerd
🏋️♀️ Afraid to approach your gym crush? People go there to exercise and decompress, not to be hit on So how do you bridge that gap?
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October 29, 2025 at 3:49 PM
🏋️♀️ Afraid to approach your gym crush? People go there to exercise and decompress, not to be hit on by random NPCs. So how do you bridge that gap?
🏫 How do you find dates after you're done with college? 🕰️ For many people, high school and uni gave us the perfect place to meet people. But once that's over, what do you do? How can you meet someone to date if you're not meeting... well, basically anyone? 🤷
'I'm Cooked' (Where to Find Dates After College) - Date Like A Nerd
How can you date after college? Brandon's suddenly realizing his social circle went from hundreds of new classmates to... well, nothing.
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October 15, 2025 at 3:25 PM
🏫 How do you find dates after you're done with college? 🕰️ For many people, high school and uni gave us the perfect place to meet people. But once that's over, what do you do? How can you meet someone to date if you're not meeting... well, basically anyone? 🤷
≠ Many of us are different in one way or another, so we try to fit into the social mold. Many of us have experienced social pressures trying to force us into other people's molds. But that doesn't mean that we have to disrespect our boundaries just to accommodate 🚧
Dating as an Asexual - Date Like A Nerd
Whether it is being asexual, playing video games, or anything else, being different has its challenges. Learn how to overcome them here!
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October 1, 2025 at 3:16 PM
≠ Many of us are different in one way or another, so we try to fit into the social mold. Many of us have experienced social pressures trying to force us into other people's molds. But that doesn't mean that we have to disrespect our boundaries just to accommodate 🚧
💊 What happens when red pill advice "works"? John thought he'd found the cheat code to dating, but after years of grinding bars and clubs, he discovered the hidden costs of building relationships on a foundation of masks 🎭
The Hidden Cost of Finding Love With Red Pill Dating - Date Like A Nerd
💊 What happens when red pill advice "works"? John thought he'd found the cheat code to dating, but he then found the hidden costs 🎭
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September 17, 2025 at 2:49 PM
💊 What happens when red pill advice "works"? John thought he'd found the cheat code to dating, but after years of grinding bars and clubs, he discovered the hidden costs of building relationships on a foundation of masks 🎭
😤 Meeting your Player 2 organically can be a challenging quest. It involves balancing making friends while keeping an eye out for potential connections 🤔
How to Make Nerd Friends - Date Like A Nerd
Meeting your Player 2 organically can be a challenging quest. It involves balancing making friends while keeping an eye out 👀
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September 3, 2025 at 5:26 PM
😤 Meeting your Player 2 organically can be a challenging quest. It involves balancing making friends while keeping an eye out for potential connections 🤔
💔 How can you find someone to date when dating apps aren't working, and all you do is work, stay at home, and meet with the same D&D group or play Warhammer 1-on-1? 🧌
August 20, 2025 at 3:02 PM
💔 How can you find someone to date when dating apps aren't working, and all you do is work, stay at home, and meet with the same D&D group or play Warhammer 1-on-1? 🧌
It's much easier to "just be yourself" when you're surrounded by people who make you feel comfortable.
That's only one of many reasons why making friends can help you find a Player 2!
That's only one of many reasons why making friends can help you find a Player 2!
August 14, 2025 at 2:25 PM
It's much easier to "just be yourself" when you're surrounded by people who make you feel comfortable.
That's only one of many reasons why making friends can help you find a Player 2!
That's only one of many reasons why making friends can help you find a Player 2!
👯 What does dating within a nerd community look like? Finding a group you're comfortable with can help you "just be yourself" and find your Player 2 🙌 It also means you'll be enjoying yourself until that happens, which makes you much more attractive!
Dating In The Tolkien Association - Date Like A Nerd
What does dating within a nerd community look like? Finding a group you're comfortable with can help you "just be yourself" and find love.
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August 6, 2025 at 3:23 PM
👯 What does dating within a nerd community look like? Finding a group you're comfortable with can help you "just be yourself" and find your Player 2 🙌 It also means you'll be enjoying yourself until that happens, which makes you much more attractive!
🖤 Dating, like most things in life, has its own set of challenges. The cheat code is to choose the ones you're most likely to enjoy ⛰️
In this episode, Dr. Daniel Kaufmann @drgameology.bsky.social is back to share how you can succeed IRL by learning what you value in video games! 🎮
In this episode, Dr. Daniel Kaufmann @drgameology.bsky.social is back to share how you can succeed IRL by learning what you value in video games! 🎮
What Your Video Game Choices Say About You - Date Like A Nerd
🦾 Succeed IRL with your gamer skills! Reach achievements similar to your video game preferences! Press Start! 🕹️
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July 23, 2025 at 9:03 PM
🖤 Dating, like most things in life, has its own set of challenges. The cheat code is to choose the ones you're most likely to enjoy ⛰️
In this episode, Dr. Daniel Kaufmann @drgameology.bsky.social is back to share how you can succeed IRL by learning what you value in video games! 🎮
In this episode, Dr. Daniel Kaufmann @drgameology.bsky.social is back to share how you can succeed IRL by learning what you value in video games! 🎮
📆 High school crushes don't have to end with the academic year. Sometimes, relationships may respawn much later 💍
In this episode, Pete @be1mont.bsky.social shares how he lost contact with his high school crush, only to meet again 10 years later at their high school reunion 🧑🏫
In this episode, Pete @be1mont.bsky.social shares how he lost contact with his high school crush, only to meet again 10 years later at their high school reunion 🧑🏫
The High School Reunion - Date Like A Nerd
Pete "Belmont" shares how he lost contact with his high school crush, only to meet again 10 years later at their high school reunion
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July 9, 2025 at 1:52 PM
📆 High school crushes don't have to end with the academic year. Sometimes, relationships may respawn much later 💍
In this episode, Pete @be1mont.bsky.social shares how he lost contact with his high school crush, only to meet again 10 years later at their high school reunion 🧑🏫
In this episode, Pete @be1mont.bsky.social shares how he lost contact with his high school crush, only to meet again 10 years later at their high school reunion 🧑🏫
Only 6% of Nerd Couples met on Dating Apps!
I surveyed hundreds of Nerds and found out where they really met their Player 2 (it wasn't apps, bars, or cold approaches), how many started as friends (68%!), and where singles actually go to socialize (spoiler: the wrong places!).
I surveyed hundreds of Nerds and found out where they really met their Player 2 (it wasn't apps, bars, or cold approaches), how many started as friends (68%!), and where singles actually go to socialize (spoiler: the wrong places!).
Where Nerds Really Meet Their Player 2 - Date Like A Nerd
Tired of dating advice that feels like it was written for a totally different species? This is a data-based dating guide for nerds!
datelikeanerd.com
June 30, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Only 6% of Nerd Couples met on Dating Apps!
I surveyed hundreds of Nerds and found out where they really met their Player 2 (it wasn't apps, bars, or cold approaches), how many started as friends (68%!), and where singles actually go to socialize (spoiler: the wrong places!).
I surveyed hundreds of Nerds and found out where they really met their Player 2 (it wasn't apps, bars, or cold approaches), how many started as friends (68%!), and where singles actually go to socialize (spoiler: the wrong places!).
🧝♀️ Wish you could find your Fellowship without having to roll a Nat 20 on charisma? Many shy, introverted nerds want to touch grass and be more sociable... without having to join extrovert quests! If that's you, Hobbit Hike could be the perfect solution! 🙌
Hobbit Hike - Date Like A Nerd
Wish you could find your Fellowship without having to roll a Nat 20 on charisma? In this episode, Sompi invites us to join “Hobbit Hike.”
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June 25, 2025 at 2:22 PM
🧝♀️ Wish you could find your Fellowship without having to roll a Nat 20 on charisma? Many shy, introverted nerds want to touch grass and be more sociable... without having to join extrovert quests! If that's you, Hobbit Hike could be the perfect solution! 🙌
💬 Finding love on Discord is possible. Even if your Player 2 is the streamer who created the server. That said, there are some things you should keep in mind and avoid. After all, you can't meet anyone in person if you get banned! 📵
The Twitch Streamer on Discord | Roll to Date
Finding love on Discord is possible. Even if your Player 2 is the streamer who created the server. Listen to this streamer love story!
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June 11, 2025 at 5:59 PM
💬 Finding love on Discord is possible. Even if your Player 2 is the streamer who created the server. That said, there are some things you should keep in mind and avoid. After all, you can't meet anyone in person if you get banned! 📵
👾 How do people find a partner who plays online video games? It often feels like you're damned if you join a community looking for a relationship, and you're damned if you don't (because how else can you meet someone outside dating apps?!) 🤨
Find Love Through Online Games | Roll to Date
👾 How do people find a partner who plays online games? Unlock the gamer branch of your Social Tree, and find your Player 2. Literally! 🕹I
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May 28, 2025 at 3:15 PM
👾 How do people find a partner who plays online video games? It often feels like you're damned if you join a community looking for a relationship, and you're damned if you don't (because how else can you meet someone outside dating apps?!) 🤨
👀 Can your Tolkien hyperfixation get in the way of your Love at First Sight? What if you overwhelm them with it?What if they don't like you? 🫣
In this new podcast episode, @kaiakayy.bsky.social shares how she met her now-fianceé... with a little help from her boss 👨🏻💼
In this new podcast episode, @kaiakayy.bsky.social shares how she met her now-fianceé... with a little help from her boss 👨🏻💼
Tolkien meets Star Wars | Roll to Date
Can your Tolkien hyperfixation get in the way of your Love at First Sight? There's only one way to find out ☝️
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May 14, 2025 at 3:07 PM
👀 Can your Tolkien hyperfixation get in the way of your Love at First Sight? What if you overwhelm them with it?What if they don't like you? 🫣
In this new podcast episode, @kaiakayy.bsky.social shares how she met her now-fianceé... with a little help from her boss 👨🏻💼
In this new podcast episode, @kaiakayy.bsky.social shares how she met her now-fianceé... with a little help from her boss 👨🏻💼
😇 Many people think that the problem with Nice Guys is being a good person. But in this episode, April ( @legiodith.bsky.social ) returns to share what made her fall for her husband Scott. It wasn't his wealth, or being a nerd, or his physique. It was him being "the kindest man she'd ever known." 😍
The Nice Guy vs the Kind Man | Roll to Date
😇 Being nice is often considered negative. But if you're looking for a loving relationship, that might be the key. If you do it right.
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April 30, 2025 at 8:43 PM
😇 Many people think that the problem with Nice Guys is being a good person. But in this episode, April ( @legiodith.bsky.social ) returns to share what made her fall for her husband Scott. It wasn't his wealth, or being a nerd, or his physique. It was him being "the kindest man she'd ever known." 😍
🍜 Looking for a waifu, husbando, or just a partner who enjoys anime? Animé Los Angeles can help you unlock the weeb branch of your Social Tree. Whether you like to cosplay, read manga, or even build miniatures, there are many ways for you to meet people over this 4-day event! 🦹🏽
Animé Los Angeles | Roll to Date
🍜 Looking for a waifu, husbando, or just a partner who enjoys animé? Animé Los Angeles could be the perfect place for you to get started.
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April 23, 2025 at 3:07 PM
🍜 Looking for a waifu, husbando, or just a partner who enjoys anime? Animé Los Angeles can help you unlock the weeb branch of your Social Tree. Whether you like to cosplay, read manga, or even build miniatures, there are many ways for you to meet people over this 4-day event! 🦹🏽
🦸 One convention might not be enough to get to know someone. But as you attend more often and keep in touch with everyone, feelings can develop 😍
Elyse @princessbilbo.bsky.social was introduced to Matt by her group of cosplayer friends. However, it took a decade for them to end up together!
Elyse @princessbilbo.bsky.social was introduced to Matt by her group of cosplayer friends. However, it took a decade for them to end up together!
Cosplayers and Conventions | Roll to Date
🦸 Attending conventions and cosplaying can help you find the love of your life, but it may not be as straightforward as you might think!
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April 9, 2025 at 1:08 PM
🦸 One convention might not be enough to get to know someone. But as you attend more often and keep in touch with everyone, feelings can develop 😍
Elyse @princessbilbo.bsky.social was introduced to Matt by her group of cosplayer friends. However, it took a decade for them to end up together!
Elyse @princessbilbo.bsky.social was introduced to Matt by her group of cosplayer friends. However, it took a decade for them to end up together!
🔎 Finding your nerd community can be challenging. Even within the same hobby, different groups may be polar opposites 🧩
In this episode, I bring my friend Jose back to share how we found a place where we belonged, even when we didn't "fit the popular norm" 😌
In this episode, I bring my friend Jose back to share how we found a place where we belonged, even when we didn't "fit the popular norm" 😌
Find Your Nerd Community | Roll to Date
Finding your community can sometimes be challenging, especially as a nerd. Here we discuss the two sides of the Tolkien Association.
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March 26, 2025 at 11:27 AM
🔎 Finding your nerd community can be challenging. Even within the same hobby, different groups may be polar opposites 🧩
In this episode, I bring my friend Jose back to share how we found a place where we belonged, even when we didn't "fit the popular norm" 😌
In this episode, I bring my friend Jose back to share how we found a place where we belonged, even when we didn't "fit the popular norm" 😌
Socializing can be exhausting. On the 6th day of a 7-day event I was completely over it. So I went sightseeing with a handful of friends, instead.
Today, the last day, I went to a talk without feeling like socializing with anyone, but found one person with whom we had a great conversation.
Today, the last day, I went to a talk without feeling like socializing with anyone, but found one person with whom we had a great conversation.
March 20, 2025 at 6:20 AM
Socializing can be exhausting. On the 6th day of a 7-day event I was completely over it. So I went sightseeing with a handful of friends, instead.
Today, the last day, I went to a talk without feeling like socializing with anyone, but found one person with whom we had a great conversation.
Today, the last day, I went to a talk without feeling like socializing with anyone, but found one person with whom we had a great conversation.
🔥 A friends-with-benefits situation can always turn into something more, like a wedding with swords and the LOTR soundtrack! 🧝♂️
🧙♂️ April and Scott met through Tinder, just looking for something casual. So it wasn’t until one of them was vulnerable enough to express their feelings that things changed!
🧙♂️ April and Scott met through Tinder, just looking for something casual. So it wasn’t until one of them was vulnerable enough to express their feelings that things changed!
From Friends with Benefits to a Nerd Wedding | Roll to Date
Dating Apps like Tinder often get a bad rep but you might end up having a nerd wedding with swords and the LOTR soundtrack!
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March 12, 2025 at 4:03 PM
🔥 A friends-with-benefits situation can always turn into something more, like a wedding with swords and the LOTR soundtrack! 🧝♂️
🧙♂️ April and Scott met through Tinder, just looking for something casual. So it wasn’t until one of them was vulnerable enough to express their feelings that things changed!
🧙♂️ April and Scott met through Tinder, just looking for something casual. So it wasn’t until one of them was vulnerable enough to express their feelings that things changed!
How long should you wait to ask someone out if you want to be friends first?
Somewhere within the window after “I know I like their personality” and before “I’m madly in love with them because they’re the most amazing being in the Multiverse.”
Somewhere within the window after “I know I like their personality” and before “I’m madly in love with them because they’re the most amazing being in the Multiverse.”
March 10, 2025 at 5:11 AM
How long should you wait to ask someone out if you want to be friends first?
Somewhere within the window after “I know I like their personality” and before “I’m madly in love with them because they’re the most amazing being in the Multiverse.”
Somewhere within the window after “I know I like their personality” and before “I’m madly in love with them because they’re the most amazing being in the Multiverse.”
You don’t need to go on dates to start a relationship. Many relationships that start as friendships never did dates.
March 9, 2025 at 6:24 AM
You don’t need to go on dates to start a relationship. Many relationships that start as friendships never did dates.