Dating Beyond Borders

Today I talk to Gabriela, a local friend who has starred in many Dating Beyond Borders episodes talking about the culture of Chile and who has also helped co-write the episode on dating a Chilean man. We have an honest conversation about toxic relationships in Latin America, the difference between dating in Chile and North America, the classist attitudes of Chileans and how they relate to the dati...

This week I talk to Victoria, a Chinese born creator who lives in the US. We dive into the social pressures of growing up in China, how s*x is taught and talked about, what makes you a marriageable girl in China and the social clock of Chinese guys and girls. Say hi to Victoria: https://www.instagram.com/vc.mei/ Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture,...

This week I sit down with David Wen, an Asian-American expat who has left the US in order to explore life in the Netherlands. How his approach to life shift with the move? Did moving to one of the happiest countries actually make him happier? David's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCq2-rDY5usuQGAxPy3Nev4A Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture,...

This week I talk to Asagi, a dating expert from Japan, about the dating scene in Japan. From parasocial relationships and how they are taking over the real relationships, how online dating differs in Japan, what "tatemae" means and why it's important to know about it before going out and dating.. and much much more. Say hi to Asagi: https://www.instagram.com/asagine/ Asagi's Yout...

Today I chat to Kacie, who has left her life in the US and moved to Florence a few years ago. Since then she's gained social media fame by candidly sharing the daily culture shocks she encounters in her life in Florence. Kacie's story takes an unexpected turn when she meets her Italian boyfriend, Dario, during her first solo trip to Italy. Since then, she decides to step out of her comfort...

This week, join me in an engaging conversation with Lorelou, the witty author behind "A Frog in the Fjord." In this humorous book, Lorelou shares her personal journey of relocating to Norway. In our latest podcast episode, we delve into the book, highlighting the most captivating aspects – from the distinctive cultural nuances to the challenges of the dating scene and everything in betwe...

In this episode of our dating podcast, we're joined by a Greek psychologist who reveals why dating can feel impossible in today's world. From commitment issues to online dating to cultural differences, we'll dive into what makes modern dating so challenging. If you're tired of the dating scene and struggling to find a meaningful connection, this episode is a must-listen. Our guest...

This week I sit down with Maha, an interpreter from Morocco who has been living in Heidelberg Germany for the past 7 years to talk about the difference in the two cultures. From the hospitality, to communication, to making friends and dating. Say hi to Maha: https://www.instagram.com/mahaelme/ Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of c...

This week I sit down with Eliseu, a Brazilian polyglot who is living in Poland to talk about the Slavic vs Latin communication, what he has discovered about the German, Austrian and Polish culture from living abroad and what it's like dating a Slavic woman. Say hi to Eliseu: https://www.instagram.com/eliseurjr/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/lingocast/ Each week I will interview guests fro...

This week I chat to Amanda ( AmericanFille) . Amanda is an American who has been living in Paris for 6.5 years and in her socials, she shares the reality of living in Paris which is not always as rose colored as internet creators lead us to believe. We talk about the difficulties of living in Paris, the customer service, school and work system, dating scene and what you need to do to survive in Pa...

This week I sit down with Leo, from the channel Portuguese with Leo to talk about all things Portugal, from the Portuguese culture, to the language, to the dating scene.. to whether Lisbon is worth it to move to these days? Say hi to Leo: https://www.youtube.com/@PortugueseWithLeoLeo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portuguesewithleo/ Each week I will interview guests from all around the...

This week I sit down with Alice from France who runs a commentary style channel, focusing on relationships, society and feminism. We talk about the dating scene in France, the issue with dating and relationships of today, and where we are heading as a society. Say hi to Alice: https://www.instagram.com/alicecappelle_/ Alice's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@AliceCappelle Each week I will int...

This week I talk to Stefan, an American creator who has been in Sweden for 8 years. We discuss the biggest differences in Swedish and American mindset, talk a bit about the Swedish dating scene and whether or not Sweden is the place Stefan sees himself in long term. Say hi to Stefan: https://www.instagram.com/stefanthyron/ Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics o...

This week I sit down with Betsy Reuss, a psychologist and a sexologist from Mexico City to talk about the dynamics around dating a sex in Mexico. How does the dating scene in Mexico differ and is it quickly changing? What can cause low libido in the bedroom? And are we all becoming more commitment-phobic as a society? Betsy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betsyreuss/ Each week I will in...

This week I sit down with Gabriela, a psychologist from Sao Paulo specializing in relationships. We talk about her relationship with a British man, the loneliness epidemic in Brazil that no one speaks about, the effects of social media and religious background on Brazilian dating and why Brazilians socialize differently. Say hi to Gabriela: https://www.instagram.com/oigabipsi/ Each week I will int...

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...