Not Exactly Wife Material is the raw, no-holds-barred podcast about dating after 40 that you didn't know you needed. Join your host, Rachel, a newly divorced mom diving headfirst into the dating world, and her co-host, Sam, the voice of reason with a stable relationship. Together, they navigate the hilarious, heartbreaking, and often wild reality of dating in the post-dating app world. From awful first dates to unexpected hookups, they're laying it all on the line. Get ready for unfiltered stories, honest advice, and a whole lot of laughs. This is the podcast for anyone who knows that finding "the one" is a lot messier after 40—and it’s a story worth telling.
The laid-back, goofy, and ever-patient voice of reason. As Rachel's co-worker and friend, Sam offers a grounded perspective from his stable, long-term relationship with his boyfriend. He’s the quiet one in real life, but he brings his witty commentary and dry humor to the podcast, serving as the perfect anchor for Rachel’s chaotic dating tales. Sam is the level-headed counterpart who reminds listeners that it’s okay to be a little reckless as long as you can laugh about it.