Dating Beyond Borders

I sit down with Joel from the page "Very Finnish Problems" to talk about his experience living in Finland. Originally from the UK, we discuss the differences between British and Finnish mentality, dive into dark Finnish winters, what Finns value and the biggest culture shocks that come with living in the Nordics. Say hi to Joel: https://www.instagram.com/veryfinnishproblems Each week I w...

I sit down with Feli from the Youtube channel Feli From Germany to talk about the culture shocks she had experienced after having moved from Germany to America. From the differences between German and American mentality, to what she loves most and least about living in America, to why moving to America changed her life for the better and how the dating scene differs between the two cultures. Say h...

This week I chat to Alejandra, a Spaniard living in Shanghai. We talk about the biggest culture shocks she had dealt with when moving to China, why dating a Chinese man is incredibly different from a European, why dating as a European in East Asia can be shocking to the core, and how feminism has ruined dating for women. Say hi to Alejandra: https://www.instagram.com/elchurroeschino/ Each week I w...

I sit down with Sage, who has left United States for Europe, specifically Croatia. We explore the driving factor behind the move from America, is life in Europe really better than that in the US and how is the Balkan mentality around making friends and dating. Say hi to Sage: https://www.instagram.com/sage_brewer3/ Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of cultur...

This week I sit down with Hrafna from Iceland, who runs a Youtube channel on Icelandic culture. She and I have filmed a video on dating an Icelandic woman a few years back and it was nice to get back to talking about the intricacies of Icelandic culture - one that not many people know well. What is living like in Iceland? And what is it like dating in such a tiny populated country? Her Channel: ht...

I sit down with Varpu from the channel "Her Finland" to chat Finnish concept of happiness. Are Finns really one of the happiest countries in the world? And how are their values different from those of Americans? Varpu and I also chat about Finnish communication, making friends and the Finnish dating scene. Check out Varpu's channel: https://www.instagram.com/her_finland/ Each week I...

This week I sit down with Suzana from Brazil, who has reached out to me with an incredible story. She moved with her Brazilian husband and baby to Poland. They ended up divorcing and she was now all alone with a baby in new country having to navigate the Polish dating scene. Say hi to Suzana: https://www.instagram.com/sucbraga/ Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the top...

This week I sit down to chat to Jerry from the Youtube channel "K Explorer" to get a sense of what it's like moving from Nigeria to South Korea. Do black people get different treatment in Korea? What has his experience been like living and working in the country? Check out his channel: https://www.youtube.com/@KExplorer Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on t...

This week I sit down with Irina, from Barcelona Spain to chat about the biggest cultural differences when it comes to Spanish vs Canadian mentality: from going out, to daily work culture, to connection and dating differences. We break down the reason why Barcelona may be an exciting place to live in but may leave you feeling empty in the long run, and why Spaniards in Barcelona don't tend to c...

This week I sit down with Sondre from Norway, who I met on the street this summer while interviewing locals in Oslo on the subject of Norwegian cultural stereotypes and dating. We chat about Norwegian culture and how the Norwegian mindset affects connection: making friends and dating. Our past video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8dTp4qq2SQ Each week I will interview guests from all around the...

This week I sit down with my friend and co-writer Clara White to chat about the Irish mentality and the Irish dating scene. We talk about growing up in the drinking & party culture and how it really hinder self growth and expression. How does the Irish dating scene play out, and what are the differences between dating in Ireland and North America? Say hi to Clara: https://www.instagram.com/c1a...

This week I sit with Yuta from the channel "That Japanese Man Yuta" to chat about Japanese communication and the dating scene. Why don't Japanese say I love you but say something else instead? Why are cuddle cafes and other services so popular in Tokyo specifically? We break down one of the most unique and fascinating cultures in the world. Check out Yuta's channel: https://www.i...

I sit down with Elena, from the channel "Polish with Elena" to talk about the dating scene in Poland. We chat about Polish values, what Polish women look for in men and what is considered "normal" compared to other cultures. Say hi to Elena: https://www.instagram.com/polishwithelena/ Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dat...

In today's episode, I talk about how I got started with my Youtube channel "Dating Beyond Borders" and all the lessons I've learned from being a creator of 8 years. From the failure, to the success... and why I felt it was time to finally launch a Podcast. This is a great listen if you're a follower of the Youtube channel, or a creator yourself who needs some inspiration. Thi...