S2E3 - Swipe in the Name of Love

The one about love and attraction through algorithms.

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Who needs to wait to be introduced to a crush or wait to run into them at the mall a couple of times in a row while picking up groceries... Nope, not anymore.

Online dating/dating apps have become widespread and revolutionised how we pursue relationships. It has broken down the need for proximity, made the chances of dating (“casual” or serious) more achievable, and given everyone a fair chance.

Or has it? 🤔

This was a conversation about our experiences and thoughts about scanning, swiping and matching.

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Timestamps

• [01:35] - The context
• [14:46] - The success of dating apps
• [26:28] - Girls and the lack of "game"
• [35:45] - Over-reliance on online connections
• [56:42] - Selection metrics