Dating Diner
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Two hosts put LA singles and 'situationships' under a microscope in a retro-diner studio to see if a real connection exists.
This isn't a typical matchmaking show; it's a public stress test for modern relationships. Hosts Parker Pannell and Sarah Coomer bring on pairs of people—often already entangled in a messy 'situationship'—to dissect their dynamic on camera. The diner set is a backdrop for surprisingly blunt interrogations about jealousy, sexual history, and long-term intentions, often revealing information the guests are hearing for the first time themselves.
“Unlike shows that set up clean blind dates, Dating Diner thrives on messiness by platforming existing 'situationships' and putting them on trial. The hosts' direct, almost confrontational questioning style forces uncomfortable but compelling conversations that other dating shows might avoid.”
Who hosts this show
Hosted by social media personality Parker Pannell and his co-host and partner, model Sarah Coomer, Dating Diner is a video podcast that brings Los Angeles-based singles and couples into their retro-diner studio. The show functions as a live relationship audit, with the hosts asking direct and often provocative questions to uncover the true nature of their guests' connections, whether it's a first date or a complicated 'situationship'. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays on platforms like YouTube and Spotify.
Credentials & credits
- Parker Pannell: Actor (Nickelodeon's 'Warped!')
- Parker Pannell: Social media personality (3M+ TikTok followers)
- Parker Pannell: Stand-up comedian (The Laugh Factory)
- Sarah Coomer: Instagram model
- Sarah Coomer: Represented by NEXT Models Miami
Other ventures
- Parker Pannell: YouTube channel
- Parker Pannell: TikTok account
- Sarah Coomer: YouTube channel
- Sarah Coomer: Instagram account (@sarahecoomer)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01The forbidden walls 🤷♂️ #single #relationship #dating gJun 27, 2026 · 29s
- 02Communication skills are on point 😁 #communication #skills #relationshipJun 27, 2026 · 20s
- 03Hinge lovers 🥰 #datingapp #relationship #podcastJun 25, 2026 · 18s
- 04Sometimes you have to go with what’s around 🤣 #type #tall #preferencesJun 25, 2026 · 29s
- 05A summer fling? 😏 #fling #situationship #relationshipJun 25, 2026 · 27s
- 064’6” OF Model Falls for 6’0” Guy at the Worst Possible Time…Jun 24, 2026 · 28 min
Notable episodes
- 014’6” OF Model Falls for 6’0” Guy at the Worst Possible Time…
A guest reveals for the first time to her partner that she is seeing three other men, just as he is preparing to move abroad for two years.
- 02Can Two Strangers Fall in Love in 22 Minutes?
An episode structured around a social experiment to see if intimacy can be manufactured between two strangers through a series of escalating challenges.
- 03Are These Best Friends ACTUALLY in Love?!
The hosts interview two of their own friends to publicly investigate the romantic tension in their platonic relationship, a meta-commentary on the show's own format.
What you'll be asked on this show
The show is filmed in a studio designed like a retro American diner, complete with a neon sign and milkshakes used as props. Hosts Parker Pannell and Sarah Coomer act as co-interrogators, asking rapid-fire questions to a pair of guests seated at a table. The tone is casual but probing, often leading to moments of genuine surprise and discomfort for the guests.
Questions Dating Diner keeps coming back to
- “How did you meet?”
- “What is the nature of your relationship?”
- “Are you both single and looking for a relationship?”
- “What do you like about each other?”
- “Does [a specific behavior] bother you?”
- “How many other people are you each hooking up with?”
- “Do you want to be exclusive?”
- “Do you believe in long-distance relationships?”
- “What is one thing you each need to work on in bed?”
- “Do you want to get married in the future?”
Signature segments
- · The retro diner-themed studio set.
- · Opening the show with 'Welcome to the Dating Diner'.
- · Publicly dissecting a guest couple's 'situationship'.
- · The 'Dating Diner Hotline' segment where they take calls from listeners for advice.
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show primarily books Los Angeles-based individuals, including models and influencers, who are in ambiguous romantic situations or are willing to go on a filmed blind date. Guests are typically open to discussing intimate details of their dating lives publicly.
- Oliviaon 4’6” OF Model Falls for 6’0” Guy at the Worst Possible Time…
- Masonon 4’6” OF Model Falls for 6’0” Guy at the Worst Possible Time…
- Carolyn Lawrence (voice of Sandy Cheeks)on The Real Voice of Sandy Cheeks Prank Called a Pizza Place
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The show currently promotes its own Patreon and merchandise. Based on the audience and content, estimated ideal sponsors would include dating apps, fast-fashion brands, and direct-to-consumer lifestyle products targeting Gen Z and millennials.
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People also ask
- Who are the hosts of Dating Diner?
- The show is hosted by social media personality Parker Pannell and model Sarah Coomer.
- What is the format of the show?
- Two hosts interview a pair of guests (singles, couples, or 'situationships') in a retro-diner studio, asking direct questions to explore their romantic connection.
- Is Dating Diner still releasing new episodes?
- Yes, new episodes are released every Wednesday.
- Where can I watch or listen to the podcast?
- Dating Diner is available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other major podcast platforms.
- How can I be a guest on the show?
- The show's description states that LA-based individuals interested in being on the show can email [email — gated].
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