Dating Beyond Borders

Dating Beyond Borders

By Marina IakovlevaSociety & CultureRelationships
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Dating Beyond Borders episodes

  • The Truth About Dating in Italy vs the US (Mini Pod)

    In this clip, I speak with Amedeo, an Italian living in the US, about the biggest cultural differences between dating in Italy and dating in America.

    We discuss relationships, dating expectations, communication styles, and how Italian and American dating cultures compare.

    Say hi to Amedeo: https://www.instagram.com/amedeo_iasci/

    Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dating. The goal is to go as deep as possible and to really understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life.Say hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingbeyondbordersDating Beyond Borders channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/datingbeyondborders

    9 min
  • Ep. 107 - Dating in Denmark: Why Traditional Dating Rules Don't Apply (Ft. Steven Højlund)

    This week I speak with Steven, a Danish dating coach, host of the podcast "Looking for Love", and author of a book on modern dating. We dive into the complexities of dating in Denmark, from a lack of clear dating “rules” or scripts, to a more casual hookup culture, and the effects of extreme individualism and strong gender equality—positive in many ways, but sometimes challenging for people trying to build romantic connections in Denmark.

    Say hi to Steven: https://www.instagram.com/stevenhojlund/

    Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dating. The goal is to go as deep as possible and to really understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life.Want to join the mailing list? https://datingbeyondborders.eo.page/newsletterSay hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingbeyondbordersDating Beyond Borders channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/datingbeyondborders

    1 hr 9 min
  • Ep. 106 - What Japan's "Love is Blind" Says About Dating, Affection & Conflict

    In this episode, I speak with Priyanka from "Love Is Blind Japan" about her experience on the show and what it reveals about dating and relationships in Japan.

    We explore the lack of public displays of affection, the emphasis on politeness and indirect communication, the contrast between kawaii and more openly “sexy” dating styles seen elsewhere, and how the structure and ending of the Japanese version differs from other international adaptations of the show.

    Say hi to Priyanka: https://www.instagram.com/priyankayoshikawa/

    Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dating. The goal is to go as deep as possible and to really understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life.Want to join the mailing list? https://datingbeyondborders.eo.page/newsletterSay hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingbeyondbordersDating Beyond Borders channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/datingbeyondborders

    54 min
  • Ep. 105 - From Mexico to Berlin: I Lost Myself Trying to Fit In (Ft. Berlin & Elsewhere)

    I chat with Luardo, host of the Berlin & Elsewhere podcast. Luardo is a Mexican who moved to Berlin 14 years ago, and in this episode we dive into what it’s really like building a life abroad in Germany.

    We talk about trying too hard to assimilate and losing parts of your identity in the process, the biggest differences between German and Mexican mentality, what happens when a Mexican dates or has a relationship with a German, and how living abroad can completely change the way you think, relate to others, and see yourself.

    This is an honest conversation about identity, culture shock, relationships, expat life in Berlin, and the personal transformation that often comes with moving overseas.

    Say hi to Luardo: https://www.instagram.com/berlinelsewhere/

    Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dating. The goal is to go as deep as possible and to really understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life.Want to join the mailing list? https://datingbeyondborders.eo.page/newsletterSay hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingbeyondbordersDating Beyond Borders channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/datingbeyondborders

    1 hr 14 min
  • Ep. 104 - A Brazilian Girl Who Grew Up in Japan: Modelling, Dating & Feeling In-Between

    I talk to Fadile Waked, a Brazilian model and actress who moved to Japan at the age of eight. We explore her experience growing up in Nagoya, including the strict rules and structure of the Japanese school system, and what it was like navigating life as a child between two cultures.

    Say hi to Fadile: https://www.instagram.com/fadilewaked/

    Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dating. The goal is to go as deep as possible and to really understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life.Want to join the mailing list? https://datingbeyondborders.eo.page/newsletterSay hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingbeyondbordersDating Beyond Borders channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/datingbeyondborders

    1 hr 1 min
  • Croatian in the US: The Differences You Don’t Notice Until You Do I Tamara Peklić (Mini Pod)

    I chat with Tamara Peklić, a Croatian cross-cultural coach, about the biggest mindset differences she’s noticed between Americans and Croatians. We explore how education is approached in both countries, how personal space is understood at home, and why conversations in the U.S. can sometimes feel exhausting. We also look at what Americans tend to do better than Croatians—especially when it comes to customer service (which, let’s be honest, is almost non-existent in Croatia).Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dating. The goal is to go as deep as possible and to really understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life.Want to join the mailing list? https://datingbeyondborders.eo.page/newsletterSay hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingbeyondbordersDating Beyond Borders channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/datingbeyondborders

    14 min
  • Ep 103 - Why It’s So Hard to Build a Life in Barcelona as a Foreigner (Ft. Gabi Pletaite)

    In this episode, I sit down with Gabi, a Lithuanian content creator who relocated to Spain: first to Madrid, and later to Barcelona. We dive into the realities of living in Barcelona as a foreigner, including the city’s complex relationship with tourism and expats.

    We discuss what it’s really like to find work in Spain, whether not speaking Catalan affects how you’re treated, and the challenges of building meaningful friendships in a highly transient city. If you’re considering moving to Barcelona or are curious about expat life in Spain, this conversation offers an honest, on-the-ground perspective.

    Say hi to Gabi: https://www.instagram.com/spainwithgabi/

    Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dating. The goal is to go as deep as possible and to really understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life.Want to join the mailing list? https://datingbeyondborders.eo.page/newsletter

    Say hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingbeyondbordersDating Beyond Borders channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/datingbeyondborders

    1 hr
  • Ep. 102 - Dating in the US vs Italy: The Brutal Differences Nobody Talks About (Ft. Amedeo Iaschi)

    In this episode, I speak with Amedeo Iaschi, an Italian investor and content creator, who has been living in the United States for the past 8 years, about his experience navigating dating and relationships in a completely different culture.

    We dive into the realities of dating in the US: from interview-style first dates and the quickness of labeling “red flags,” to the feeling that modern dating can become repetitive and transactional. Amedeo also shares his perspective on loneliness, social life in the US, and how these factors can impact relationships and connection.

    This conversation offers an honest look at the challenges of dating abroad, cultural differences between Italy and the US, and what it’s really like trying to build meaningful relationships as a foreigner.

    Say hi to Amedeo: https://www.instagram.com/amedeo_iasci/

    Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dating.

    The goal is to go as deep as possible and to really understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life.

    Want to join the mailing list? https://datingbeyondborders.eo.page/newsletter

    Say hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingbeyondborders

    Dating Beyond Borders channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/datingbeyondborders

    1 hr 6 min
  • Ep. 101 - The Real Reason Balkans Connect With Asians Better Than Americans ( Ft. Cross-Cultural Coach Tamara Peklić)

    This week, I’m joined by Tamara, a cross-cultural coach from Croatia, to talk about her experience living in the US and the cultural differences she’s observed along the way. We get into communication styles, small talk, education, and the overall mindset shift that comes with living abroad.

    We also explore an interesting idea: why Balkan cultures can feel surprisingly similar to Asian cultures in certain ways, from communication to values and where those similarities start to break down.

    Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dating. The goal is to go as deep as possible and to really understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life.Want to join the mailing list? https://datingbeyondborders.eo.page/newsletterSay hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingbeyondbordersDating Beyond Borders channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/datingbeyondborders

    1 hr 6 min
  • Do Mexican women prefer dating foreign men? (Mini Pod)

    I speak with 3 Mexican women about dating foreigners and cultural perceptions in Mexico. Is dating foreign men considered “upgrading”? What does “mejorar la raza” mean, and do “passport bros” really have an easier time dating in Mexico?Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dating. The goal is to go as deep as possible and to really understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life.Want to join the mailing list? https://datingbeyondborders.eo.page/newsletterSay hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingbeyondbordersDating Beyond Borders channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/datingbeyondborders


    8 min

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