Episodes
This week Abuelita Liliana and Vico meet Joelle, who's kind of in his bag, trading stocks and running a small business. But, he recently moved to Los Angeles to pursue his true passion, singing! In some ways, he’s too busy to swipe through the apps, and that’s where Abuelita comes in! Abuelita Liliana and Vico also meet the three contestants vying for a date with Joelle including someone who is a bit of a "kitchen top," and someone who likes short kings.   Music Credit: Nargo - "Rhythm of...
Published 10/05/23
Want to know what Abuelita Liliana and Vico really thought of this week's main dater Courtney and the three contestants vying for a date with her? Now that Liliana has matched Courtney up, tune in to hear what Vico and Liliana thought of the process. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 09/29/23
Abuelita might get to take it a little easier this week because polyamorous star dater Courtney might have capacity for more than one lover! Or, maybe Abuelita will have it harder because how will she possibly decide when more than one contestant might be "the one?!" Before Abuelita makes her match, the contestants have to answer important questions, like, “Would you rather adopt a British accent every time you're having a serious conversation or laugh every time someone cries?”    Music...
Published 09/28/23
Meet main dater Courtney, who has proclaimed: “If there was a Yelp review of this *****, it would be five stars.” But it’s not all about that for our star. Courtney is looking for someone who is up for polyamory and the communication that comes with it! Maybe all three contestants will fit the bill?   Music Credit: Nargo - "Rhythm of Samba" via Jamendo.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 09/21/23
How important are your partner’s political leanings? Or their opinion of the legendary Dolly Parton? For our lovely main dater from last week, Natasha, these things matter! Abuelita cracks on with the three eligible bachelors, por que pues si, there is a right answer.   Music Credit: Nargo - "Rhythm of Samba" via Jamendo.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 09/14/23
Have you ever wanted dating advice directly from an Abuelita? Now's your chance! Tune in while Abuelita Liliana gives on-the-spot advice to our listeners after reading their questions. Have a question for Abuelita? DM us on Instagram @ datemyabuelitafirst. Besitos! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 09/08/23
Abuelita comes to the aid of Natasha, lifelong Angeleno and a chicana single mama. Even after a bit of a romantic dry spell, she’s not ready to give up on dating just yet, and has asked Abuelita to help her find “the whole enchilada!" We also meet the three contestants hoping to be Abuelita-approved for Natasha!   Music Credit: Nargo - "Rhythm of Samba" via Jamendo.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 09/07/23
Would you date someone who claps when the plane lands, or talks in the movie theater? The three contestants vying for a date with last week's main dater Zyi rank some heinous Red Flags and answer some hilarious Would You Rather scenarios as Abuelita tries to decide who is right for Zyi.  Music Credit: Nargo - "Rhythm of Samba" via Jamendo.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 08/31/23
Want to know what Abuelita Liliana and Vico really thought of last week's main dater Jerimiyah and the three contestants vying for a date with him? Now that Liliana has matched Jerimiyah up, tune in to hear what Vico and Liliana thought of the process. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 08/25/23
Ever been afraid to approach the tattooed person you think is cute? Maybe they’re not trying to keep people away with all that ink! In this episode, Abuelita meets Zyi, who is a self-described “marshmallow softie.” Tatted up sweetie Zyi gets Abuelita’s help showing their softer side as they look for a creative cutie, or cuties! We also meet the three contestants lining up to meet Zyi including a musician and a chef!   Music Credit: Nargo - "Rhythm of Samba" via Jamendo.com See...
Published 08/24/23
Have you ever had to impress anyone’s grandmother by writing and reciting poetry on the spot? In part two with Jerimiyah, Abuelita tests the three women trying for a date with Jerimiyah by demanding a few romantic stanzas, on the spot! We also gauge our contestants’ text etiquette with a little text and response challenge and finally, Abuelita chooses a winner for Jerimiyah! Music Credit: Nargo - "Rhythm of Samba" via Jamendo.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 08/17/23
Have you ever wanted dating advice directly from an Abuelita? Now's your chance! Tune in while Abuelita Liliana gives on-the-spot advice to our listeners after reading their questions. Have a question for Abuelita? DM us on Instagram @ datemyabuelitafirst. Besitos! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 08/11/23
Meet Jerimiyah, who says he hasn’t necessarily had bad luck dating in LA as a 6’4", full time actor, musician, and comedian with a dreamy smile… He is looking for his special someone now more than ever before, and needs Abuelita's help. While this gym rat hits the weights hard, Abuelita chisels out his love of poetry to reveal a softer side, and then she meets the three women she’ll choose from—including a professional motorcycle stunt rider! Music Credit: Nargo - "Rhythm of Samba" via...
Published 08/10/23
We all have our red flags and some can be pretty extreme! Abuelita Liliana and Vico learn about our contestants’ big icks and also put the contestants on the spot by asking for their funniest impromptu dating stories. Abuelita’s intuition is hard at work for last week's main dater Lorena while narrowing down the perfect match! Let's see who Abuelita chooses for Lorena!   Music Credit: Nargo - "Rhythm of Samba" via Jamendo.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 08/03/23
Vico and Abuelita Liliana share how they almost met in a precarious situation a decade ago and share their history with dating and relationships. 5 husbands later and here we are! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 07/28/23
In our series debut, we meet Lorena, a quick-witted, self-deprecating comedian who has described herself as a cross between Larry David and Mr. Rogers, with some Nickelodeon F*ck Boy Energy thrown in. Hosts Abuelita Liliana Montenegro and Vico Ortiz break past the jokes to get to know Lorena, and bust out the laughs getting to know three contestants vying for a date with her, including a burlesque dancer and a pilates instructor!   Music Credit: Nargo - "Rhythm of Samba" via Jamendo.com See...
Published 07/27/23
From Executive Producer Wilmer Valderrama comes a dating show that proves abuelita knows best! Host Vico Ortiz alongside our resident Abuelita, Liliana are ready to meet their match! Three single contestants will compete for a date with one lucky guest - except to get their heart, they have to win over our abuelita Liliana first! Through speed-dating rounds, hilarious games, wildly silly and genuinely heartfelt introspections, and grandmotherly love, one contestant will either be a step...
Published 07/20/23