In this episode, Rolake and Shade discuss different dating cultures around the world and compare them to the dating and marriage culture in Nigeria to examine why the dating culture in Nigeria is trash. From North America to Asia and Scandinavia, the duo explore what it’s like to date as a millennial in these countries and their experiences dating in the US and Denmark. The duo also discuss all that is problematic in the often times toxic dating culture in Nigeria and the transactional nature of marriages. This hot button issue explores why some relationships aren’t built on friendships but on image and how our generation can break these chains of bad marriages and relationships. In the weekly what I’m segment, Rolake and Shade explore their love of all things Indian and share their thoughts on the #Netflix show Masaba Masaba and #BBC show A Suitable Boy. Shade shares her love of Tiwa Savage’s Celia album and Rolake shares her thoughts on the latest book she’s read, The Family Next Door.

What I’m – 8:18

Main Topic – 31:34

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Link to Insider article: https://www.insider.com/what-dating-is-like-in-different-countries-2018-5#dating-in-the-united-states-is-usually-casual-1