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This episode we talk about several things, particularly my "Straight, Single and Smashing" theory of Black (and other nonwhite) male characters in action and drama movies and shows. Then we segue into the new wave of articles involving coining catchy dating trends.

Mentioned in this episode:

* "Mosting’: When People Come On Strong, Then Ghost" https://melmagazine.com/mosting-when-people-come-on-strong-then-ghost-cafec9b78254

* "8 2017 Dating Trends Defined, From Ghosting To Zombieing To Benching" https://www.elitedaily.com/dating/dating-trends-defined-from-ghosting-to-zombieing/2045686

* "From ghosting to breadcrumbing, the new glossary of love" https://www.hindustantimes.com/sex-and-relationships/from-ghosting-to-breadcrumbing-the-new-glossary-of-love/story-u90mzJPhZcfoU1gQqP02OM.html

Co-produced & edited by Aaron C. Schroeder / Pierced Ears Recording Co, Seattle WA ([email protected])

Opening theme composed by T. Beaulieu. Closing theme composed by Dustfingaz (https://www.youtube.com/user/TheRazhu)