Kinda Dating

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...

What’s love like for Gen Z? Brooke Sorenson and Fabrizio Guido, stars of Netflix’s “Mr. Iglesias” have a candid convo with Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden about dating for their generation. What does a good date look like? Who asks who out? Do they believe in monogamy or is everything as open as it seems? What do they think is the problem with Millennials? It’s a fun, insightful chat into the nex...

You thought they were the “love of your life,” then you broke up, and now you have to figure out a way to get over your ex! Amy Chan, author of “Breakup Bootcamp - The Science of Rewiring Your Heart” joins Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to share the chemical reasons breaking up is so hard, and practical tips on how to move forward after you lose the dream. This is a Kinda Dating episode almost e...

The COVID pandemic has changed the way we date, but what will stay and what will go once we beat it? Comedian, actor Vinny Fasline joins Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to talk about the rise of dating apps and virtual dates. The trio try to figure out if COVID is actually getting people to commit more or less, if it’s less expensive now to date, and if loneliness is creeping in. They share their...

Social media is part of the fabric of our lives, but is it helping or hurting your relationship? Comedian, actor Vinny Fasline is back with Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to break down the pros and cons. Wait, are there any pros? From navigating DMs to monitoring follows to the quest to be an influencer… the trio discuss the effects social media can have on one’s love life. Should you share pass...

From February 2019: National Singles Day is coming up, and guess what? It’s time to celebrate! Actress, host, author Candy Washington, Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden talk about how to embrace single life for all its glory. From how to date yourself to clapping back at the critics (i.e. the people who think the end goal is a relationship), the ladies put a positive spin on society’s biggest myth...

From March 2017: Sometimes we get caught up in the overwhelming feelings of love and totally ignore glaring signs that indicate this might not be a right fit for us. Psychologist, author, and speaker Dr. Eris Huemer and Natasha Chandel discuss the glaring and subtle red flags you should look out for. Why do we make excuses for our partners? When should you walk away? Listen and subscribe to Kinda...

From May 2019: We always think we need to rid ourselves of insecurities but psychotherapist Ken Page feels the opposite! The Deeper Dating Podcast host tells Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden about his findings over his 30 year career that your “weaknesses” are actually your biggest gifts… if you embrace and hone them! He talks about how to identify them and how to transform them so you can be your...

From October 2016: In the culture of dating apps and options, does “the One” really exist or is it a unicorn myth? “Heroes” and “Lovecraft Country” actor James Kyson shares his experience finding the love of his life with Natasha Chandel. They discuss the concept of how “you know,” what it takes to sustain the right relationship, and how to go about finding that elusive “one.” Listen and subscribe...

From October 2016: We’ve all experienced heartbreak at some point in our lives. But are you stuck there? Psychotherapist Jody Frank walks Natasha (who JUST broke up with her boyfriend) through the stages of grieving, the importance of looking at your past history, how to look forward, and how to make peace with the pain of a breakup. It’s an eye-opening, inspiring episode that’ll help you see a ne...

We’re all going through something, but do we have to go through it alone? Psychotherapist and NYT best-selling author, Lori Gottlieb, joins Natasha Chandel to tell us… no, we don’t. With the global pandemic, mental health issues are on the rise. The ladies discuss the importance of therapy. Lori helps us dispel the myths around it (like you have to be in it forever), the various types of therapy,...

You’ve seen the hit Netflix show. Now, cast favorite Nadia Jagessar and Manisha Dass join Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to reveal if Indian matchmaking really works or not! The ladies also answer some of your burning questions like: are they still single? Why does the most eligible bachelorette, Nadia, wanna marry an Indian guy when the world world wants to marry her?! What happened with Vinay...

In the wake of BLM, couples are having to have a few extra uncomfortable discussions. Latinx comedian Gina Brillon joins Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to share how she has talked to her Caucasian husband about privilege. What makes these kinds of convos so hard? How do you check your own biases? And how do you have a constructive discussion that doesn’t devolve into an attack on character? The...

We hear it in the dating world all the time: know your worth. But how do we do that? Psychologist, Dr. Eris Huemer is back with Natasha Chandel to help us understand how our childhood affects our sense of self and worth. How can feeling unworthy manifest in your dating life? What kinds of actions do people take with a health sense of self? And what can we do to feel more worthy? Dr. Eris answers l...

Did you know the way you attach as a child affects the way you attach as an adult? Psychologist, Dr. Eris Huemer returns to talk to Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden about the infamous attachment styles. From secure to anxious to avoidant, Dr. Eris teaches us the effects of our styles on our dating lives. Can one style be in a relationship with another? How does it affect the way you love and fight...

Our conversation with Mark Manson (NYT bestselling author of “The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck”) continues as he and Natasha Chandel discuss why love is NOT enough. Mark helps us navigate some scenarios using his unique perspective, and he answers some listener questions. Chock full of amazing life and love advice, this is a part two of Kinda Dating you don’t want to miss!   Email us your thoug...

Dating can feel stressful, but do we care more than we should? Mark Manson (NYT bestselling author of “The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck” shares tips with Natasha Chandel on how to date with more stride. The duo discuss why people give so many unnecessary fucks, his theories on “fuck yes and fuck no,” the importance of defining your values, and they even debate about the notion of trying. It’s a...

There are so many dating options, but who is worth risking COVID for? Serena Kerrigan (former Refinery29 host and star of IGTV’s “Let’s Fucking Date”) joins Natasha Chandel, Aisha Holden and Adam Pineless to talk about what makes her IGTV reality show such a hit, and how she screens dates during quarantine! What are good/bad questions to ask on a date right now? What role can your friends play in...

Love conquers all, wait to have sex, “When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time.” There’s so much love advice out there but what should you take and what should you dump? Yue Xu and Julie Krafchick of the Dateable podcast join Natasha Chandel and Adam Pineless to share the best and worst dating advice they’ve heard. They break down each one for a fun, challenging discussion...

Man equals masculine, woman equals feminine. Society has told us what’s expected of us and how to behave, but how do gender roles affect our dating lives? Comedian Mona Shaikh is back with Natasha Chandel, Aisha Holden and Adam Pineless to discuss their experiences navigating gender roles when it comes to everything from picking up to paying, to living with someone. With gender becoming more fluid...

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We all want to be wanted, but is all that attention and affection you’re getting from your date real love or are you being love bombed? Comedian Mona Shaikh joins Natasha Chandel, Aisha Holden and Adam Pineless to discuss this seemingly trivial but kinda sinister dating trend. What are some signs you’re being love bombed? What makes it so good and then so bad? Why would the person you’re seeing ev...

The single and sexless are horny AF right now. But once COVID-19 stay-at-home orders and lock-downs ease, are we going to change how and with who we have sex? Writer/producer Cliff Dorfman is back Natasha Chandel, Aisha Holden and Adam Pineless to discuss the question we’re all probably thinking but don’t want to ask out loud. Can and/or should we ever hook up with a stranger again? How do we do i...

Quarantine is making a lot of people re-think their singleness. Writer/producer Cliff Dorfman joins Natasha Chandel, Aisha Holden and Adam Pineless for an honest discussion about their own personal realizations while at home. How do you know it’s time to change your single ways? How do you go about making better and different choices? What kind of partner should you be looking for?! The group shar...

Did you know divorce rates shot up in China after the lockdown? They say "distance makes the heart grow fonder," but right now, a lot of couples are not getting that option! Matchmakers Lauren Rosenberg and Jaydi Samuels Kuba of LJ Matchmaking are back with Natasha Chandel, Aisha Holden and Adam Pineless via Zoom to discuss how they are coping as married folk during the COVID crisis. They share th...