A Gentleman's Guide

She vanished without a word… and now she’s back like nothing happened. What do you do? In this episode of A Gentleman’s Guide, I break down the confusing dynamic of ghosting followed by a sudden return. I share two personal stories — one romantic, one platonic — and explore what motivates this behaviour, how to interpret it, and most importantly, how to respond without losing your self-respect. We...

What do you do when you and your best friend fall for the same woman — on the same night? In this episode, Alexandre shares a true story from a pub crawl in Croatia that turned into an unexpected showdown of attraction, ego, and friendship. Through this humorous yet insightful tale, he explores male dynamics, jealousy, and how to navigate tricky social situations without wrecking the mood—or your...

In Episode 44, Alexandre digs into what big data really says about dating and long-term happiness. Spoiler: the traits we obsess over on apps - looks, height, job - barely predict relationship joy. Instead, your own mindset and emotional health matter way more. Discover why “shiny” qualities are overrated and how chemistry often grows over time with the underrated partners we overlook. Plus, the t...

Turns out, dating apps don’t lie—and neither do the cold, hard stats. In this episode, Alexandre uncovers what really makes you swipe-right material: hotness helps, height matters, and your job title might beat your salary. From sexy names to firefighter fantasies, it’s a data-driven reality check with a side of sarcasm. Spoiler: Your vibe still beats your bank account. Got a hot take on dating or...

This second episode with dating coach Danny Very touches on essential elements of personal development and dating success. Danny emphasizes the importance of operating at a higher frequency by eliminating low-frequency habits and adopting healthier daily routines. They explore the significance of filtering potential partners, recognizing red flags in texting, and analysing post-date behaviours to...

In this episode, Alexandre welcomes dating coach Danny Vera to discuss the challenges young men face in today's dating landscape. They explore the decline of traditional masculinity, and common pitfalls in communication and first dates. Danny shares insights from his coaching experience, emphasizing the importance of understanding male-female dynamics and the need for self-development in navigatin...

Listen to Alex dive into some harsh truths about modern dating. Some of the things revealed are timeless truths, others have to do with recent changes we've seen in society. Listen to the episode and make up your own mind. Do you agree with most points? Do you have a question about dating or relationships? Do you have interesting insights into the subject? Why not become a guest on my podcast? Get...

When it comes to dating and relationships, a lot of advice centres around creating attraction and how to spark positive emotions. But there's another important force at play that could move the needle just as much, if not more. Listen to Alex talk about how you can increase your dating success by changing your circumstances. Do you have a question about dating or relationships? Do you have interes...

Ever wondered what happens to your dating profile after you match with someone? Turns out, women have entire Facebook groups where they share profiles, swap stories, and warn each other about red flags. In this episode, Justine returns to break down how these groups work, what behaviour gets called out, and whether guys should be worried. If you’re dating online, your reputation might be traveling...

Paul Janka didn’t just play the dating game, he basically wrote the cheat codes! Back in the mid-2000s, Paul Janka shook things up with his bold, no-BS approach to meeting women in New York City — an approach so wild it landed him on The Today Show and Dr. Phil. In this follow-on episode we talk about why he finally let go of his player lifestyle, and what made him commit to his now wife. Paul's b...

Paul Janka didn’t just play the dating game, he basically wrote the cheat codes! Back in the mid-2000s, Paul Janka shook things up with his bold, no-BS approach to meeting women in New York City — an approach so wild it landed him on The Today Show and Dr. Phil. In this episode, we’re going behind the scenes. If you’ve ever wondered what separates the guys who ‘get it’ from those who don’t—this on...

Recent studies have shown a decline of all kinds of romantic relationships, and it seems to be a worldwide trend. More alarmingly, people also seem to engage in less casual sex than they did before. In this episode, Alex offers an explanation for this phenomenon. Link to Spotify (please rate):  https://open.spotify.com/show/0dkJAQmtJzMfondNqEhXnz?si=9537e66f8919481d Do you have a question abo...

In this episode, Alex dives deeper into the reasons why men and women tend to have different communication styles. In the second part of the episode, he gives examples and ideas on how to improve how you engage with women to get better outcomes. Link to Spotify (please rate):  https://open.spotify.com/show/0dkJAQmtJzMfondNqEhXnz?si=9537e66f8919481d Do you have a question about dating or relat...

In this episode, Alex takes a semi-humorous, semi-serious jab at understanding female expressions. Gentlemen, if you've ever been left scratching your head after talking to your girlfriend or date, this episode's for you. Link to Spotify (please rate):  https://open.spotify.com/show/0dkJAQmtJzMfondNqEhXnz?si=9537e66f8919481d Do you have a question about dating or relationships? Do you have in...

Seriously guys! 2025 is going to be an amazing year, full of new possibilities and exciting dates. In the first episode of the year, I go over some lessons that I learnt over the past 12 months, and share an ancient tale of zen wisdom with you at the end. Please dive in! Please rate the episode on Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/0dkJAQmtJzMfondNqEhXnz?si=9537e66f8919481d Do you have a...

The city of Medellin in Colombia has become very popular in the last few years, not least amongst men looking to meet Latinas and have a good time. But looking for love in this city can potentially be dangerous. Let my story be a cautionary tale of what can happen if you're not careful enough. Do you have a question about dating or relationships? Do you have interesting insights into the subj...

What do you do if a girl doesn't respond to your first text or doesn't agree to go out on a date? In this episode, we'll go into some troubleshooting and show a fun and playful way to help you recover the interaction. This is the last episode in our series on texting (started with episode Nr. 26). Here's the link to the podcast on Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/0dkJAQmtJzMfondNqEhXnz...

In this episode, Alex offers some examples of good initial text messages to send her, and how to ask her out in an attractive way. It builds on the previous episode (Nr 28), so make sure to check it out! Here's the Spotify link to it: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0niMzCDi55z6RGMne0lnJe?si=e50e8af877f34075 You've been texting this girl for a couple of days now, but suddenly she stops responding...

You've been texting this girl for a couple of days now, but suddenly she stops responding? You went out last weekend, got 3 promising phone numbers, but for some reason you can't seem to get any of the girls out on a date? It's time to take a step back and look at the basics of good texting. It's become a vital tool in modern dating, and you can stand out from the crowd if you observe a couple of...

You've been texting this girl for a couple of days now, but suddenly she stops responding? You went out last weekend, got 3 promising phone numbers, but for some reason you can't seem to get any of the girls out on a date? It's time to take a step back and look at the basics of good texting. It's become a vital tool in modern dating, and you can stand out from the crowd if you observe a couple of...

You've been texting this girl for a couple of days now, but suddenly she stops responding? You went out last weekend, got 3 promising phone numbers, but for some reason you can't seem to get any of the girls out on a date? It's time to take a step back and look at the basics of good texting. It's become a vital tool in modern dating, and you can stand out from the crowd if you observe a couple of...

You've met this woman a couple of weeks ago, and things got off to a great start. But there's only one issue: you're always the one initiating contact. Somehow, this doesn't feel right. What should you do? Is there a way to get her to pursue you more? Listen in and find out. Are you facing an issue in your dating life or relationship? Feel free to send in your questions to  alex@polyglotradio...

First and foremost, a disclaimer. When we talk about young women dating older guys, we mean relationships between adults. We're certainly not promoting illegal activities here. With that in mind, here's the low down of what you can expect in this episode:   This is the second part of an interview which I did with Justine (25). If you missed the first part, listen to episode 22. In this one, w...

As you know on this podcast we like unfiltered conversations, and we also like to open our minds. I was curious what dating's like if you're a gay male. That's why I invited my friend Umberto on the show. Amongst others, Umberto will talk about the peculiarities of finding and keeping love as a gay male, and some differences to heterosexual relationships. Are you facing an issue in your dating lif...

First and foremost, a disclaimer. When we talk about younger women dating older guys, we mean relationships between adults. We're certainly not promoting illegal activities here. With that in mind, here's the low down of what you can expect in this episode:   If you're a young guy and you've always wondered why your crush wants to date an older man, this episode's for you. I invited my friend...