Episodes

  • Hinge Cringe Binge Bonanza

    Hinge Cringe Binge Bonanza
    May 15 2026
    Online dating turns into a full-blown comedy disaster in this episode of Laura Cain After Dark called “Hinge Cringe.” Laura and Erik read through some of the most awkward, bizarre, and downright painful dating app moments imaginable. From cringey pickup attempts to profile red flags that deserve their own warning labels, the laughs come fast and hard. But the chaos doesn’t stop there. We also dive into hilarious personal confessions, random life frustrations, and one of Erik’s signature over-the-top rants. The conversation bounces from relatable relationship disasters to outrageous observations about modern life, keeping the energy fun, unpredictable, and totally unfiltered. It’s the kind of episode that feels like hanging out with your funniest friends after a couple cocktails — wildly entertaining, slightly inappropriate…just how you like it. .

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    51 mins
  • Our Anti-Bucket Lists

    Our Anti-Bucket Lists
    May 8 2026

    We kick things off with a genuinely baffling phenomenon: Erik gets stopped by strangers constantly — random people, random places, like he's low-key famous for reasons nobody can explain. Laura? Total ghost. Rarely recognized. Forget what you want to do before you die — we're talking about the things we absolutely, positively, never-in-a-million-years want to do. Skydiving? Our Anti Bucket Lists are very personal, surprisingly revealing, and deeply relatable. Laura tells the full saga of a spectacularly graceless fall that tweaked her foot — and the truly disproportionate drama that followed all the way to Mexico. We round things out with “Shitty Choices…” a game that goes deeper and darker and more horrifying than “Would You Rather.” Revealing, funny, shocking and jaw-dropping content. You know, the usual chaos that is our show. We appreciate your participation and you are family to us. Thanks for choosing to watch or listen every week. You’re amazing

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    35 mins
  • Bring it on, May!

    Bring it on, May!
    May 5 2026
    May just kicked the door down and we said…fine, Bring It On, May! This episode is stacked with everything—Laura’s birthday (which Erik insists on aging up every single year…rude), her daughter’s big graduation from Fordham University, and all the love (and chaos) of Mother’s Day. And in a plot twist no one saw coming—Laura is officially back in the dating pool…😳 The result? Some of the most cringeworthy, awkward, laugh-out-loud online dating exchanges you’ve ever heard. It’s painful. It’s hilarious. It’s everything. Then Erik unloads the Mother Load of Double D Showbiz News—we’re talking Britney Spears updates, Blake Lively buzz, plus what to watch right now with his must-see TV and movie picks. It’s big, it’s juicy, and it’s the perfect way to kick off a wild month.

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    52 mins
  • Erik's Gigatic Gripe

    Erik's Gigatic Gripe
    May 1 2026
    We start things off by dropping not-so-subtle hints that it's a big month for Laura. Her birthday, Mother's Day, and Evan's college graduation all happen in May. Erik gives Laura the usual teasing about her age, which ALWAYS sets her off. So, Erik again wins. Then we launch into what made Erik go coo coo for Cocoa Puffs at a theater last week. What do you think should've been done? Have you ever been through this kind of chaos? Do comedians get to do such a short set for a big ticket price? Your thoughts are welcome and wanted, and we appreciate you for watching and listening every week. You are amazing and so important to us. Oh, subscribe please. haha

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    38 mins
  • Laura's Stripper Fantasy

    Laura's Stripper Fantasy
    Apr 29 2026
    Laura spills the tea on her legendary stripper routine to “Battle Flag” by Lo Fidelity Allstars (the remix) — and it sounds amazing. Erik then brings us crashing back to reality with what that routine would actually look like today. We’re not judging. Much. We’re also obsessed with Alien Girls at the Old Globe Theater in Balboa Park — go see it!! Head to theoldglobe.org and use code GIRLS for 25% off your tickets. You’re welcome. Erik wraps things up with a big, juicy Double D Showbiz Report. Hot takes, hot gossip — all of it. Don’t miss it!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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    51 mins
  • Texts, Temu & Total Confessions

    Texts, Temu & Total Confessions
    Apr 25 2026
    Buckle up, because this episode does NOT ease you in gently. We kicked things off with the moment of truth from our Text Your Ex segment — and let’s just say… not everyone got a reply. (Spoiler: only ONE of us did, and Laura’s attempt? Absolutely, magnificently cringe-worthy. We are not okay.) Then Laura redeems herself — sort of — by going full fashion show with her latest Temu hauls. Yes, the links are there, yes, they’re suspiciously cheap, and yes, we are absolutely buying them anyway. But the real chaos? Saved for last. We played The Question Game, and things got revealing fast. Highlights include the question “Have you ever cheated?” — and TWO of us raised our hands. No further comment. You’ll have to listen. It’s drama, discount fashion, and deeply personal confessions all in one episode. Classic us. 💛 Thank you so much for listening, commenting, and subscribing — you guys seriously make this whole thing worth it!

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    38 mins
  • My Big TV Cameo

    My Big TV Cameo
    Apr 21 2026
    We waste NO time diving straight into Erik’s extra juicy Double D News—because when it’s hot, it’s HOT …and it sets the stage perfectly for Laura’s big moment…her cameo on 90 Day: The Single Life! Yes, it happened, but wait—it gets even better. We call Laura’s sister to get her unfiltered, no-holding-back review of the episode, and let’s just say…SHOCKING doesn’t even cover it 😳 This one is wild, hilarious, and totally can’t-miss. Hit play, tell your friends, and

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    39 mins
  • Text Your Ex

    Text Your Ex
    Apr 16 2026


    This one goes OFF the rails in the most uncomfortably hilarious way. We each pick an ex… and then hand over our phones while the others craft the most unhinged, awkward, “should we REALLY send this?” text imaginable. No backing out. No editing. Just hit send and deal with the consequences. The mission? Get a response. The reality? Pure chaos, instant regret, and moments that will make you want to crawl out of your own skin. Did anyone actually hear back… or did we all just ruin our reputations forever? It’s cringe. It’s bold. It’s wildly entertaining. You will squirm, scream, and laugh out loud right along with us. Watch, listen, share, comment, like, subscribe… all the things.

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    31 mins