Episode 1: A Dude Named Raz and the Beginning of I Hate Dating Apps

Welcome to the inaugural episode of "I Hate Dating Apps"! We're your hosts, Jinah and Daniel.

If you've ever swiped right, felt a pang of disappointment, or cringed at a cringeworthy date story, then you've come to the right place. We're diving headfirst into the messy, hilarious, and often frustrating world of modern dating.

In this episode, we share some of our own dating app horror stories, including Jinah's infamous encounter with "RAZ," the guy who ordered a salad and then vanished into thin air. Jinah vividly recalls, "I couldn't believe it was happening to me. I felt so awkward and embarrassed. I kept wondering if I had something in my teeth or if my hair was a mess."

While apps offer convenience and a wide pool of potential partners, they can also lead to superficial connections and endless swiping. We explore the psychology behind the swipe, the impact of social media on dating expectations, and the challenges of finding genuine connections in the digital age.

Daniel muses, "The whole concept of swiping left or right on people is so strange. These are real people, and we're making snap judgments about their worthiness based on a few photos and a brief bio. It's a bit dehumanizing."

But don't worry, we're not all doom and gloom. We believe that there's hope for love in the digital age. Through honest conversations, shared experiences, and a bit of humor, we aim to help you navigate the dating app jungle with a little more grace and a lot less frustration.

As Jinah puts it, "That's the goal, to never lose hope." We hope this podcast will help others not to lose hope as it helps us.

So, grab a drink, settle in, and join us on this wild ride. We'll laugh, we'll cry, and we'll hopefully learn a thing or two about love, loss, and everything in between.