In today's episode, we dive into a recent TikTok controversy that highlights the complex dynamics of cross-cultural marriages and the dehumanizing aspects of the "mail order bride" phenomenon. We explore a case where a man complains about his Filipina wife becoming "Americanized" after she left him, despite his wealth and material provisions. The wife's response reveals his pattern of “behavior” that extended to her family. Through this story, we examine the historical context of international marriages, from colonial America to modern digital platforms, while unpacking crucial concepts like orientalism, exoticization, and the objectification pipeline that continues to affect women in these relationships.