Dating Beyond Borders

In this clip, I speak with Amedeo, an Italian living in the US, about the biggest cultural differences between dating in Italy and dating in America. We discuss relationships, dating expectations, communication styles, and how Italian and American dating cultures compare. Say hi to Amedeo: https://www.instagram.com/amedeo_iasci/ Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the to...

This week I speak with Steven, a Danish dating coach, host of the podcast *Looking for Love*, and author of a book on modern dating. We dive into the complexities of dating in Denmark, from a lack of clear dating “rules” or scripts, to a more casual hookup culture, and the effects of extreme individualism and strong gender equality—positive in many ways, but sometimes challenging for people trying...

In this episode, I speak with Priyanka from "Love Is Blind Japan" about her experience on the show and what it reveals about dating and relationships in Japan. We explore the lack of public displays of affection, the emphasis on politeness and indirect communication, the contrast between kawaii and more openly “sexy” dating styles seen elsewhere, and how the structure and ending of the J...

I chat with Luardo, host of the Berlin & Elsewhere podcast. Luardo is a Mexican who moved to Berlin 14 years ago, and in this episode we dive into what it’s really like building a life abroad in Germany. We talk about trying too hard to assimilate and losing parts of your identity in the process, the biggest differences between German and Mexican mentality, what happens when a Mexican dates or...

I talk to Fadile Waked, a Brazilian model and actress who moved to Japan at the age of eight. We explore her experience growing up in Nagoya, including the strict rules and structure of the Japanese school system, and what it was like navigating life as a child between two cultures. Say hi to Fadile: https://www.instagram.com/fadilewaked/ Each week I will interview guests from all around the world...

I chat with Tamara Peklić, a Croatian cross-cultural coach, about the biggest mindset differences she’s noticed between Americans and Croatians. We explore how education is approached in both countries, how personal space is understood at home, and why conversations in the U.S. can sometimes feel exhausting. We also look at what Americans tend to do better than Croatians—especially when it comes t...

In this episode, I sit down with Gabi, a Lithuanian content creator who relocated to Spain: first to Madrid, and later to Barcelona. We dive into the realities of living in Barcelona as a foreigner, including the city’s complex relationship with tourism and expats. We discuss what it’s really like to find work in Spain, whether not speaking Catalan affects how you’re treated, and the challenges of...

In this episode, I speak with Amedeo Iaschi, an Italian investor and content creator, who has been living in the United States for the past 8 years, about his experience navigating dating and relationships in a completely different culture. We dive into the realities of dating in the US: from interview-style first dates and the quickness of labeling “red flags,” to the feeling that modern dating c...

This week, I’m joined by Tamara, a cross-cultural coach from Croatia, to talk about her experience living in the US and the cultural differences she’s observed along the way. We get into communication styles, small talk, education, and the overall mindset shift that comes with living abroad. We also explore an interesting idea: why Balkan cultures can feel surprisingly similar to Asian cultures in...

I speak with 3 Mexican women about dating foreigners and cultural perceptions in Mexico. Is dating foreign men considered “upgrading”? What does “mejorar la raza” mean, and do “passport bros” really have an easier time dating in Mexico? Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dating. The goal is to go as deep as possible and t...

100 episodes later… I’m finally answering your questions. In this special 100th episode of Dating Beyond Borders , I open up about everything: from dating and relationships to travel, podcasting, and my personal life behind the scenes. You asked about meeting people abroad, cultural differences, and what it’s really like building this podcast. Thank you for being part of this journey! I wouldn’t b...

This week, I’m joined by Patry Ruiz, a Spanish content creator from Madrid who has spent much of her life in the UK. We explore dating in Spain, her experience marrying a British man, the nuances of Spanish women, and the realities of long-distance love. Say hi to Patry: https://www.instagram.com/_patryruiz_/ Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, con...

In this snippet, I speak with Eunhee Park, a North Korean defector who escaped her country at just 21. But leaving was only the beginning—she has faced intense loneliness, culture shock, and the challenges of navigating a completely new life in South Korea. Say hi to Eunhee: https://www.instagram.com/northkorea_eunhee/ Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of cu...

Get 10% off your first month of therapy with today's paid partner BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/datingbeyondborders I chat to three expats living in Sweden, Norway and Denmark about their honest experiences living in Scandinavia, from the mentality to communication differences, work culture and relationships with their partner. Say hi to Ana: https://www.instagram.com/ana.marcal/ Say hi to He...

In this episode, I sit down with three Mexican women to discuss the truth about dating in Mexico. From dating Mexican men to the perception of dating foreigners as “upgrading,” we explore stereotypes like the “spicy Latina,” sex and taboos in Mexican culture, and how gender roles shape modern relationships in Mexico. Say hi to Amairany: https://www.instagram.com/latinalanguage/ Say hi to Fernanda:...

In this special episode, I speak with Eunhee Park, a North Korean defector, about her escape from North Korea and her journey to South Korea. We explore the questions many people have about life inside North Korea: did she ever question the Supreme Leader? What does being “well off” actually mean in North Korea? Do North Koreans fall in love and have romantic relationships? Eunhee shares the unexp...

In this podcast snippet, I speak with Derek, an American who has lived in the Netherlands for many years, about the differences between American and Dutch humor, self-presentation, and communication styles. Say hi to Derek: https://www.instagram.com/letsdoubledutch/ Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dating. The goal is t...

This week I’m joined by Lauren, an English-Italian content creator who left Derby to start over in Puglia. We talk about the reality of life in Southern Italy, beyond the dream, including bureaucracy, lifestyle differences, micro-connections, and the challenge of building new friendships. We also dive into a deeper question: can moving abroad improve your mental health, or do you take yourself wit...

This week, I chat with Penelope, a French-American woman living and dating in Paris. We dive into the truth behind “the city of love”—the reality of dating in a city defined by nonchalance, where excitement often comes before commitment, and marriage and family can take a backseat to more transient encounters. We compare France and the U.S. on nuance, dating labels, and end goals, and tackle age-o...

In this podcast snippet, I speak with men from Sweden, Mexico, and South Korea about what makes them feel emasculated in relationships. We also talk about vulnerability — whether men feel safe opening up today, and what actually makes them feel “less than a man.” Say hi to Max:   / _maxem_   Say hi to Carlos:   / charliealbarrancomedy   Say hi to KT:   / ktpark_striking   Each week I will intervie...

In my first-ever in-studio podcast, I sit down with three men from Sweden, Mexico, and South Korea to unpack one of the most talked-about topics today: masculinity. We explore how masculinity is defined in their cultures, what they were taught about being a man, how they view a man’s role in relationships, and which qualities they value most in a partner. Say hi to Max: https://www.instagram.com/_...

In this episode, I speak with Derek, an American living in the Netherlands with his Dutch husband, about the cultural nuances that often get overlooked—how Americans and Dutch people express enthusiasm differently, what humor works (and doesn’t), and why these differences are often misunderstood online. Say hi to Derek: https://www.instagram.com/letsdoubledutch/ Each week I will interview guests f...

I talk to Alisa, an American who has lived in French is married to a French man about the differences in American and French mentality: from parenting, to the perfection culture so present in France, the slow living vs hustle and why Americans tend to leave parties earlier. Say hi to Alisa: https://www.instagram.com/multilingual_nest/ Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on...

This week I sit down with Ifunanya, a Nigerian-American podcast host, and her Nigerian husband, Ugo. We unpack Nigerian relationship dynamics — from their biggest cultural miscommunications, to what Ugo did before they were even dating that most American men wouldn’t think twice about, expectations for men and women in Nigeria, and the cultural nuances that shape relationships there. Say hi to Inf...

In this snippet, I talk with Ana, a Brazilian woman who, tired of the dating scene in Brazil, changed her Tinder location to Sweden to meet someone more aligned with her values. She is now in a relationship with a Swedish man and lives in Sweden. Ana shares what it’s really like dating a Swedish man, the cultural differences she noticed, and her advice for anyone who feels stuck dating in a place...