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April 10, 2026

Salty Bite: Airport Edition

Have you ever been to an airport and marveled at all the people who seem to be experiencing their first day on Earth? Us too! Claire and Mel discuss some recent bad behavior observed out in the wild. Join us to learn about the Airport Banhammer Game!
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April 7, 2026

Dating: The Game Where We're All Losers

Dating sucks for all of us, right? Whether you're a salty hoe or a salty bro, this process probably sometimes makes you feel like you're getting a colonoscopy sans anesthesia. What on Earth is wrong with dating, gender roles, and capitalism? Explaining this all is a tall order, but the Salty Hoes never back down from a challenge. We talk about Caliban. We talk about witches. We talk about the D. And a little bonus commentary on MomTok and how the patriarchy screws us all.
April 3, 2026

Salty Bite: The Key to His Heart

Ting Ting Ting! We have an announcement to make. Join us April 10 for the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Symposium at the Tanner Humanities Center. Also, tune in to hear some unhinged bios from our dating app adventures. You'll never guess what the key to Randy's heart is!
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March 31, 2026

I Don't Know if MomTok Can Survive This...

The Salty Hoes dish about some(!) of the latest news and gossip about Layla, Jessi, and Taylor Frankie Paul. Claire and Mel also discuss some of their own experiences and how they relate to The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. If you're a fan of these ladies, and enemy of DadTok, or just MomTok curious, you won't want to miss it. TW: emotional and physical abuse
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March 24, 2026

Douchebags, Dumbasses, and Drunks

You don't want to miss this one, folks! Claire and Mel reminisce about three awful dating experiences. The last one is a doozy -- could it be the worst date ever? Tune in to find out!
March 20, 2026

Salty Bite: Delulu

Mel and Claire, AKA the Salty Hoes, discuss delulu men’s dating app profiles. From men who swipe on everyone, overestimate their attractiveness, to bizarre bios and prompts.00:00 Welcome and Setup 00:30 What Is Delulu 01:38 Adam and Jennifer Aniston 04:42 Evan Dad Jokes Bio 07:16 Dad Job Banter 07:47 Larry List of Demands 10:09 Exhibitionist Energy 10:47 Claymore Requirement 11:38 Cooperative and Pretty 12:39 Demand List Reality Check 13:20 Landon Weekend Test 15:40 Ryan Matching Ener...
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March 17, 2026

Two Ds for St. Paddy's, Please!

Happy St. Padraig's Day! Join us to learn a little more about Ireland, St. Paddy's Day, and the lovely Claire. Why should you spell St. Paddy's Day with two Ds? What should you know about visiting Ireland? Can Claire and Mel turn every traditional Irish food into an innuendo? Listen to find out!
March 13, 2026

Salty Bite: Is That a Crack Pipe or Are You Just Happy to See Me?

Another amazing week trying to date in the great state of Utah! This week the Salty Hoes dive into two amazing new genres of dating app photos. Tune in to see what amazing props the men have found to pose with! Claire and Mel also struggle through some truly amazing run-on sentences, from the confusing to the erotic. You don't want to miss this Salty Bite!
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March 10, 2026

Boob Jobs and Botox: Why is Plastic Surgery so Common in Utah?

Have you ever driven by the 89,000 billboards on the I-15 and wondered why half of them seem to be advertising plastic surgery or cosmetic procedures? Or why all the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives girlies are so hard to tell apart? Mel and Claire take a deep dive into the wonderful world of female beauty standards and why altering appearances is so common in the land of Utah. Come with us and learn what Claire and Mel do to conform (very little!) and what procedures they're curious about.
March 6, 2026

Is Love Really Blind? Or Just Dumb?

Reality TV fans, rejoice! The Salty Hoes give their best hot takes on Season 10 of Love is Blind. Which of the men give us the ick? Which of the women are queens and which ones are pick-mes? And how does this reflect the dating pool for both genders? Where in the world do men find the audacity? Join Claire and Mel as they dissect the latest season (and dunk on Chris).
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March 3, 2026

Massage, Magic, and The Millennial

Sometimes dating is a whole garbage fire. But every now and then, something magical happens. Join Mel and Claire as they recount dating stories from the Hive and beyond. What does getting vulnerable really mean? Does it come with a happy ending? And what's it like to have a fun fling with a cute boy from a different generation? Find out this week with the Salty Hoes. As always, it's brash, fun, and unfiltered.
Feb. 27, 2026

Salty Bite: Welcome to Bummerville. Population: You

Is online dating just way too much fun? When you're looking for someone to date, do you prefer profiles that are a super huge bummer? Do you want to feel extra sad every time you open Tinder? If so, this episode is for you! Join Claire and Mel as they review some some of the most tasteless profiles out there.
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Feb. 24, 2026

Dispatches from the Male Loneliness Epidemic

Claire and Mel discuss the State of the Pod and open up the mailbag for comments and questions from listeners. Then they dive into the so-called Male Loneliness Epidemic. Are men really more lonely than women? Why is so much attention focused on this phenomenon? The Salty Hoes weigh in on the controversy. Tune in to listen to our most chaotic episode yet!
Feb. 20, 2026

Salty Bite: Body Shaming is So Hot Right Now

It's another Salty Bite from Mel and Claire to ease you into your weekend! The Salty Hoes dive into the magical world of the dating apps to bring you the weirdest, wildest, and most confusing profiles out there. This week: an orange square looks for a travel partner, a man waxes poetic about his personal hell, and Peter gives all dating women a public service announcement.
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Feb. 17, 2026

Ten Things I Hate About U(tah)

10 Things We Hate About U(tah) (But Like… We Still Live Here) Mel and Claire (“the salty hoes”) record from Salt Lake City and do a Utah-themed riff on 10 Things I Hate About You. They open with personal updates: Claire tries flirting via text with two people but feels too literal and stuck with a “texty friend” who keeps promising coffee; Mel gives an out of date update on “Mr. Highrise” from Bumble. Then they count down their 10 Utah grievances. 00:00 Welcome to The Salty Hose + catching up ...
Feb. 13, 2026

A Very Salty Valentine

Join Claire and Mel, the Salty Hoes, as they navigate the highs and lows of love and dating just in time for Valentine's Day. They discuss the idea of making Super Bowl Monday a holiday, share personal mishaps in their love lives including Mr. High Rise's bizarre meltdown and a fake snail documentary filmmaker's booty call. From hilariously bad Valentine's Day stories to a rare beacon of hopeful masculinity, this episode promises relatable laughs and heartwarming moments. Whether you're celebra...
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Feb. 10, 2026

Why You Should be Watching The Real Housewives of SLC

In this lively episode of the Salty Hoes Podcast, Mel and Claire dive into the glitzy, chaotic world of 'The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City.' They reminisce about humorous past memories, discuss the colorful cast of housewives, and share their favorite outrageous moments of the season. From Meredith's mysterious plane meltdown to Lisa Barlow's melodramatic rants, no stone is left unturned. Along the way, they critique each husband, favorite insults, and the spectacle of costume parties. This ...
Feb. 5, 2026

Salty Bite: Coffeepots and Tickets to Heaven

In this Salty Bites, Mel and Claire share how some men hope to get to heaven, and what you definitely should not do with a coffee pot to get a Bumble date.
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Feb. 3, 2026

Hoops, Heresy, and Being the Bishop's Wife: Claire's Mormon Exit Story

In this podcast episode, from 'Deep from Behind the Zion Curtain,' the Salty Hoes, Claire and Mel, discuss their experiences growing up in and leaving the LDS (Mormon) Church. They delve into Claire's personal journey, which began in Belfast, in the North of Ireland, when she discovered that the Mormon church had withheld the priesthood based on skin color.
Jan. 29, 2026

Mini Salty Bite: Sundance

Mel & Claire, the Salty Hoes, drop a bonus episode that's a mini salty bite! In this 10-minute, occasional feature, Mel & Claire lament that the influx of hot guys on Bumble is all because of Sundance, and that they still can't find a good local date!
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Jan. 27, 2026

Men and Their Dead Fish: A Love Story

In this episode of Salty Hoes, Mel and Claire dive into the wild world of men's online dating profiles from deep behind the Zion curtain. They delve into what dating app experiences they have, the hilariously questionable photo choices men make, and provide some much-needed advice for profile improvement. For added fun, Claire gets schooled in American football logos and quarterback smash-or-pass judgements, offering a delightful mix of banter and brutal honesty. Tune in for the laughter, camar...
Jan. 22, 2026

Mini Salty Bites: Dating Profile Disasters

Salty Bites: Dating Profile Disasters. In this mini bonus episode, Mel and Claire from 'The Salty Hoes' dive into hilarious and bizarre dating profiles from various dating apps. They discuss the prevalence of catfish profiles, share amusing anecdotes from the apps, and review intriguing profiles, including one featuring a mysterious diaper-wearing man. With a mix of humor and candid thoughts, this 10-15 minute episode is a lighthearted take on the challenges of online dating. 00:00 Welcome to t...
Jan. 15, 2026

Mini Salty Bite: Don't Ask Questions!

Mel & Claire, the Salty Hoes, drop a bonus episode that's a mini salty bite! In this 10-minute, occasional feature, Mel & Claire find each other hot dates using the wonder world of dating apps! Listen to find out what hot offerings they find.
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Jan. 13, 2026

Episode 2: Men Who Don't Use Soap

The Salty Hoes Discuss Men's Hygiene (or Lack Thereof) In this lively episode of The Salty Hoes podcast, hosts Claire and Mel delve into the often neglected and taboo topic of men's hygiene. Broadcasting from Utah, they share personal anecdotes and data to discuss why some men resist using soap and other hygiene products. The conversation includes a detailed recounting of an absurd yet eye-opening news article from Esquire, in which successful men use only water to clean themselves. They also e...