Kinda Dating

Most of us have had sex, but how much of it was great sex? Todd Baratz (certified sex coach, license therapist, and writer) joins Natasha Chandel for a juicy conversation about all things sex, love, and intimacy. Do you have to orgasm? How do you teach your partner what you like/don’t like? What are real sex goals for couples? The pair get candid about their own experiences, and share tips on how...

Another year is upon us, yet you’re still hanging out with that hot but vapid side piece that isn’t into labels. Sooo, how’s 2022 gonna be any different? Actress/producer Shiva Negar joins Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to talk all things resolutions. How do you make and stick to your goals? What’s standing in people’s way of achieving their resolution? What happened to everything we learned ove...

Why have two people in your relationship when you can have three? Or hey, swap and try a different pairing altogether! Comedian Bill Dawes is back with Natasha Chandel to talk about the not-so-alt lifestyles. Threesomes, swinging, sex parties used to be taboo, they used to be done in the dark of night, but now it’s mainstream! It’s like porridge… everyone’s trying to find the combo that fits them...

It feels like we’re always victims of circumstance in our dating lives. Mindfulness educator, Mitra Manesh, joins Natasha Chandel and shares how presence, awareness, and even letting go actually gives us more agency. She teaches us how to be less reactive and more responsive in our interactions with dates, and people in general. But how do you remain mindful when someone is annoying TF outta you?...

We often look back at our dating past with regret, sadness, and pain. This Thanksgiving, Bill Dawes (actor, comedian, podcaster) and Natasha Chandel help us reframe the past to be something we are thankful for. They look at the things they learned from their past “failures,” and share a practical look at the concept of forgiving and forgetting. It’s a heartfelt, touching episode of Kinda Dating! T...

The holidays are around the corner, and you need a plus one to your events or your family will think you’re a lonely singleton who’s gonna die alone. Fret not, Comedian/actor Vinny Fasline is back with Natasha Chandel to talk holidates! They discuss how to get one, how to set ground rules so you’re not experiencing the shitty part of a romcom (you know, the part where someone catches feelings and...

What happens when girls outnumber guys? Apparently guys think their wee wees are golden. Yeah, you read that right. Comedian/actor Vinny Fasline is back with Natasha Chandel to break down the latest dating phenomena sweeping US colleges, and basically the streets. But is this really a new trend or just another name for commitment-phobia? Listen to another honest, funny new episode of Kinda Dating!...

Rebounds feel so good, but are they a good idea for your love life? Lisa Schwartz (YouTube star, actress and author of “30-Life Crisis”) is back with Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden as they share their thoughts on the likely outcome of a rebound relationship. What is driving you into one? Are YOU the rebound? What are things to consider before jumping in? Listen to another fun, informative episod...

They say, “hurt people hurt people.” Pritesh Shah (actor, comedian, producer) joins his old friend Natasha Chandel in an honest conversation about how they hurt others and themselves with their respective traumas. The pair discuss the evolution of their dating lives, the tools they developed to handle their pain, and overcoming victim-hood and taking personal accountability. It’s a deep and funny...

5 years. 200 episodes. 12,000 minutes (if we did the math right). The Kinda Dating team of Natasha Chandel, Aisha Holden, Adam Pineless, and Karyna Uribe talk about what they’ve learned about relationships and themselves since they started on the podcast. They share listeners’ takeaways too, how the dating space has changed over five years, what piece of advice they use the most, and reveal where...

Grieving isn’t only specific to death. Most of us have felt heartache and it can be hard to pick ourselves back up. Krista St-Germain (life coach, grief expert, and host of “The Widowed Mom” podcast) joins Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to help us navigate the feelings of loss, sadness, and even guilt that keeps us in a vicious cycle. They discuss the effects of grief on our dating lives, like h...

When our couple friends tell us about their meet cute, we throw up a little in our mouth, mentally take notes, and then try to replicate it. Well, Naomi Shah (Founder and CEO of the entertainment company, Meet Cute) joins Natasha Chandel to help you create your own love story. She shares some actual positive takeaways from romcoms, how to bridge the gap between what you see in the movies and how y...

We hate labels, but we love labeling dating trends! We’re over halfway through 2021 and Joty Kay and Neha Shaida of the Brown Queens podcast join Natasha Chandel to help decide if this year’s dating trends are lasting or a bust. From roaching to FODA (fear of dating again) to astrolove, the ladies have a spirited conversation about dating life post-pandemic. Did the slow burn last? Do people still...

Society (and science) tell us opposites attract, but is it actually true or is this another Disney trope we have to beat out of our dating brains? Actor Kapil Talwalkar (Zoe’s Extraordinary Playlist, American-ish, Night Court) joins Natasha Chandel to discuss this dating stereotype. What are the pros and cons of dating your opposite? How can you make it work with someone who has very differing vie...

People often say the problem with modern dating is that there are “too many choices.” Comedian Gadiel Del Orbe joins Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to discuss if the real problem is that there are too many choices… or that we don’t know how to make good choices? The trio get super real, discussing their history of bad choices and the drama that ensued. What does it take to change the choices we...

Most daters have one innate fear: the fear of dying alone. Don’t fret, there’s science to the rescue! Logan Ury, Director of Relationship Science at Hinge and author of “How to Not Die Alone” joins Natasha Chandel to share the surprising science that will help you find love. From identifying dating blindspots to why most people are wrong about their “type,” Logan breaks down various misconceptions...

From October 2018 — An always relevant throwback episode! You thought you had a great date, y’all have been texting it up, then suddenly the person disappears! WTF?! Happiness coach, Rob Mack, and author of “Happiness From The Inside Out” joins Natasha Chandel in shedding light on the real reasons why someone ghosts and how to manage the inevitable disappointment. That said, is there ever a good r...

From September 2016 — We’re taking you back to our very first episode of Kinda Dating! First dates can be the start or end of potential love. So they are important! Professional matchmakers, Lauren Rosenberg (also a development executive) and Jaydi Samuels Kuba (also a TV writer), break down the dos and don’ts of first dates to Natasha Chandel! They reveal if you should show up on time and what no...

It seems like some people are just stuck in a state of never wanting to grow up. Executive Producer and Head Writer of Netflix’s “Patriot Act With Hasan Minaj,” the Emmy nominated Prashanth Venkataramanujam joins Natasha Chandel in trying to figure out Peter Pan Syndrome. What’s holding this personality type back? Can they change? How does Wendy Syndrome play a part? Prashanth and Natasha share so...

Between our childhood and shitty dating lives, we pick up a lot of unhealthy patterns. Our favorite psychologist, Dr. Eris Huemer is back with Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to help us Identify and break the patterns that are hurting our relationships. How do you not get jaded? The role of insecurity, and how to spot signs in others! All this and more in another great episode of Kinda Dating! Em...

Relationships are ever-evolving. Society is becoming a little bit more open to new norms, including ethical non-monogamy. Intersectional sex and relationship writer, Gabrielle Smith, joins Natasha Chandel to demystify the various types of ENM lifestyles (fyi, it’s not all poly), why it’s not cheating, the “rules” within the community, and how to start the discussion with your partner! It’s an info...

We are so focused and strategic when it comes to work, but it seems to fall by the wayside when it comes to our love life. Relationship coach, Alison Wellington, joins Natasha Chandel to discuss what it means to date with intention. How do you get to this place? What do you actually want vs what you need? How do you be specific but still give people a chance? All this and more answered in another...

After 18 months, the world is starting to open and you are horny AF! But is it safe to get back out there? Dr. James Simmons is back with Natasha Chandel to answer all your questions. Should you still wear masks on dates? Can you ask a potential if they are vaccinated? How do we deal with COVID PTSD and even start meeting people in person? What are some actual risks to keep in mind? It’s a super i...

You got questions, Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden have answers! Our duo tackle listener dilemmas like waiting for “Mr. Right,” the right time to have sex, can chemistry develop as a relationship goes on, how to handle dating fatigue, and letting go of your ex. They are kind but firm in their opinions in this much-needed episode of Kinda Dating! Kinda Dating is part of the Frolic Podcast Network....

We love our squad and need them to vent our dating woes to. But is it always helpful to do that? Pallavi Sastry and Gabrielle Ruiz of the What Are Friends For podcast join Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden for a no-holds barred chat about our fraaanzzz! Should friends give advice or just listen? How can you make sure your friends aren’t projecting their own story to you? Are “yes” friends actually...