Kinda Dating

We ghosted you, and we’re sorry! Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden explain the prolonged hiatus of the Kinda Dating podcast in a vulnerable confession. They also invite Shani Silver (Author of “A Single Revolution and host of “A Single Serving” podcast) to join them in a fun conversation discussing all things New Years Resolutions! Remember those? The trio share their differings thoughts on resolut...

Hey franz! We’re taking a hiatus this summer. It’s a break, not a breakup! There are 230+ episodes to keep you company as you take on hot person summer, so please continue to support the show! Try Todd Baratz’s How to Have Better Sex, or Candy Washington’s on Embracing Your Singleness, or Mitra Manesh’s Mindfulness in Dating, or Almost 30’s Dating Can Be a Spiritual Experience! And if you haven’t...

What if you could marry, have kids with, and plan a life with your best friend… and there’s no romance/sex involved? Actress, Shalini Bathina, is back with Natasha Chandel to do a deep dive into the latest relationship trend that’s giving a lot of financially and romantically frustrated folks hope, and confusing the hell outta others. The pair discuss the core tenets of this relationship style, wh...

It’s easy to lose ourselves in love and in someone else. Actress, Shalini Bathina, joins Natasha Chandel to discuss how she kept her individuality in her relationship. Why do we forget about ourselves when we’re paired up? What role does society play in the narrative for couples? How do you tell your partner you need “me time?” The ladies share their trials, tribulations, and triumphs in this new...

They say “fools rush in” for a reason. Certified dating coach, Damona Hoffman (and host of The Dates & Mates podcast) is back with Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to talk about the advantages of the slow burn to love. Does taking it slower improve your chances of success? How do you slow things down when you’re super into someone? The ladies discuss the idea of peeling off the layers to your part...

Does dating have a deeper purpose? Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik of the Almost 30 podcast join our Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to share how to approach your dating life with a spiritual lens. They reveal the life lessons they learned through their relationships (or lack of), discuss the concept of forgiveness after a breakup or toxic ‘ship, how to actually be grateful for the good and ba...

Why are you attracted to the same types of people? Amy Chan, author of “Breakup Bootcamp - The Science of Rewiring Your Heart” is back with Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to share the science behind attraction. Is it different from men vs. women? Is there a scientific reason you’re attracted to the wrong person? How do we break the cycle of being addicted to attraction? All these questions and m...

We all watched the show, but what was the experience really like? Love is Blind’ season 1 cast member and health coach, Kelly Chase, is back Natasha Chandel and shares secrets from behind-the-scenes of the hit reality show. She talks about the role attraction plays in the success of the couples, and shares what she really thinks of Shake from season 2. What was the secret behind the couples that g...

We are the only constants in our dates. Love is Blind’ season 1 cast member and health coach, Kelly Chase, joins Natasha Chandel to help us become the person WE want to date. Kelly shares her personal transformation, and how to look inward without judgment so we can be the best version of ourselves. They discuss the role of self worth, how to shift your mindset, and the best way to invest in yours...

Every generation gets wilder, right? Or maybe not. Aditi Paul (dating and relationships researcher and professor) studied Gen Z’s hookup culture, and brings her interesting findings to Natasha Chandel. From their perception of dating apps to sexual fluidity, the pair discuss how being born with technology might have actually made Gen Z-ers more stable than Millennials. Aditi reveals the rise in su...

Men have been given notoriously bad advice via a lot of sources, including Leykis 101. Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden take a look at the problematic doctrine for hooking up with girls to see if it stands the test of time. Should you only spend $40 on a date? Should you dump a girl if she doesn’t put out within 3 dates? Is hot sauce in a condom a real thing?! The girls don’t hold back as they tea...

So you had a great few dates, all was going well… and then, outta nowhere, they said they didn’t think the connection was strong enough anymore. WTF happened? Everything was fine a couple days ago! Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden do a deep dive into a listener’s question about this, and explain what’s really going on. The duo push back on the idea of closure, and discuss where our attention shoul...

Recorded: 2018. A majority of guys say they want to be with a smart, independent woman, but studies have proven guys don’t choose these ladies! WTF is up with that?! Journalist and author Jenna Birch calls it “The Love Gap.” Based on data from her book, she shares with Natasha the psychology behind why men flee from the “full package woman,” in this eye-opening throwback episode of Kinda Dating! K...

Most dates now start on dating apps, so it’d probably be wise for us to make them nice! Stylist and dating coach, Alyssa Dineen, joins Natasha Chandel to share her tips and tricks to getting people to swipe right on your profile, and how to dress on the date! She shares the biggest mistakes she sees people make in their profiles, the types of photos to post, essential wardrobe pieces we all need,...

Everyone wants to end up with a nice person, right? So why does it feel like they always finish last?? TV comedy writers and married couple, Alex Sherman and Alyssa Lane, are back with Natasha Chandel to talk about their pet peeves — nice people! It’s not what you think! The trio explore the myths about nice people, why we’re addicted to drama, what nice guys can learn from the bad boys, and the m...

The common adage is: marry your best friend. But should you really? TV comedy writers and married couple, Alex Sherman and Alyssa Lane, jain Natasha Chandel and share what it really means to shack up with your bestie. While Alex and Alyssa believe they are bffs, Natasha questions the theory. They discuss how to draw boundaries within the best friend-ness of a relationship (so you’re not totally co...

At first, sex is heated… and then it feels like it always cools off. We hit a sexual stalemate. Is it possible to return from that? Somatic wellness and intimacy coach, Court Vox, joins Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to share his tips and tricks for sexual reconnection. He discusses the importance of feeling comfortable exploring your own, and your partner’s body, and the role of spontaneity. Th...

We all think we’ve been ghosted, gaslit, or love bombed at some point. But have we really?? Cognitive behavioral psychologist (and attachment theory specialist) Dr. Diane Strachowski is back with Natasha Chandel and breaks down the most overused terms in dating. She believes our misuse of these words are creating more strife in our lives, and taking away from people really experiencing them. She e...

When your communication style and your attachment style collide, you get your love style! Cognitive behavioral psychologist (and attachment theory specialist) Dr. Diane Strachowski joins Natasha Chandel for a deep dive into her unique analysis of types of daters. Are Nervous Nancys doomed to fear relationships forever? Is Independent Ian ever going to be able to lean on anyone? Does Secure Sophia...

From August 2018: For a lot of people, dating is a never-ending ritual of disappointment. It’s hard to keep your spirits up when you keep meeting duds! Well, celebrity dating and empowerment coach (E!’s Famously Single) and new “Man Whisperer” podcast host, Laurel House is back with Natasha Chandel to help you manage those dating blues. The duo also talk about changing your perspective and making...

With social media in our face, it’s hard not to compare our love lives (or lack of) to everyone around us. Morgan Absher (Two Hot Takes Podcast) is back with Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to talk about how she has overcome this. Or has she? The ladies share their insecurities, tips on how to navigate the socials of it all, and the role of gratitude in this important episode of Kinda Dating! Kin...

“Once a cheater, always a cheater?” Morgan Absher (Two Hot Takes Podcast) joins Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to talk about the most cliched quotes, myths, and stereotypes in the dating world. Is polyamory just an excuse to fuck around? Are women the new men? If you have sex too soon, does he really lose interest? The trio share their raw, unfiltered thoughts on all these hot topics and more, i...

Host Natasha Chandel and the KD producers Aisha Holden and Mason Booker discuss the self-fulfilling prophecy that could be the reason you’re still in that rut. Kinda Dating is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. You can find more outstanding podcasts to subscribe to at Frolic.media/podcasts! GET EXCLUSIVE KINDA DATING MERCH HERE: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/kinda-dating?ref_id=15658 Email us...

We all love to play house. But moving in together is a big step in any relationship, and there are things you should consider before doing it! Tik Tok star, comedian, and actress Vinita Khilnani is back with Natasha Chandel and helps us navigate the questions to ask yourself, and your partner, before taking the big leap. Is saving on rent a good enough reason? Should you discuss your long-term goa...

Another year, another set of interesting and weird dating trends! Tik Tok star, comedian, and actress Vinita Khilnani joins Natasha Chandel in breaking down dry dating to hesi-dating, to outercourse (yeah, you read that right), plus a gamut of other trends. How did these trends come about? Will they last? The girl duo reveal their thoughts in this hilarious new episode of Kinda Dating! Kinda Datin...