Kinda Dating

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Rahul Rai: Dating An Introvert May 23, 2023

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Rahul Rai (actor and TikTok star) joins Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to talk all about his introverted tendencies. They discuss the myths about introversion, and Rahul explains the hardest part about dating for him. The trio talk about the importance of communication, and accepting someone as they are. Rahul also takes listener questions and gives rare insight into how his rise to fame has affected his love life. It’s a hilarious, candid new episode of Kinda Dating! → Watch video clips from the show, laugh at hilarious memes, and talk to us by following Kinda Dating on Instagram and TikTok! ← And check out our brand new website! www.kindadating.com → Watch video clips from the show, laugh at hilarious memes, and talk to us by following Kinda Dating on Instagram and TikTok! ← Follow Rahul Rai: Instagram,, TikTok,, Facebook,, YouTube Follow Natasha Chandel: Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook Follow Aisha Holden: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Follow Adam Pineless: Instagram, Website

Ksenia: Daddy Issues May 16, 2023

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Comedian and musician, Ksenia, is back with Natasha Chandel, this time talking about #DaddyIssues. The ladies get personal about their traumas and how it affected their relationships later on. They talk about the importance of not allowing oneself to be treated poorly in the name of love, self-awareness, and focusing on the positive qualities of men instead! But hey, it’s not all about women. Ksenia and Natasha acknowledge that men, too, suffer from daddy issues, and both share their experiences with therapy in their healing process. It’s a funny but important episode of Kinda Dating! Episode Highlights: [0:00:00] Intro [0:07:01] The Impact of Childhood Trauma on Relationships [0:11:10] Exploring the Impact of Daddy Issues on Women's Relationships [0:18:02] Personal Reflections on Family Dynamics, Forgiveness, and Motivations for Pursuing Dreams [0:20:20] How Daddy Issues Manifest in Relationships [0:25:02] Attachment Styles and Waiting Before Having Sex in Relationships [0:30:29] A Lighthearted Conversation on Dating, Skills, and Empowerment [0:36:22] Sexual Preferences and Moving Past Daddy Issues [0:39:07] Self-Awareness and Changing Relationship Patterns [0:45:27] Overcoming Daddy Issues and the Importance of Male Figures in Humanity Kinda Dating is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. You can find more outstanding podcasts to subscribe to at Frolic.media/podcasts! → Watch video clips from the show, laugh at hilarious memes, and talk to us by following Kinda Dating on Instagram and TikTok! ← Follow Ksenia: Website, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Spotify, Soundcloud Follow Natasha Chandel: Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook Follow Aisha Holden: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Follow Adam Pineless: Instagram, Website

Ksenia: Accepting Your Imperfections May 10, 2023

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Comedian and musician, Ksenia, gets very real with Natasha Chandel about the addictive pursuit of perfection. She shares her horror story with plastic surgery, and the pair talk about how insecurities can be deeply rooted and influenced by childhood experiences. They share their experiences with bullying and the negative impact it had on their self-esteem. And also why it is hard to remember compliments over negative comments. The strong women discuss the importance of standing up for oneself and self-awareness because imperfection is perfection. It’s a heartwarming new episode of Kinda Dating! Episode Highlights: [0:00:00] Intro [0:02:35] Spy Dreams and Easter Games [0:06:37] Body Image and Cosmetic Surgery [0:14:03] Exploring Insecurities and Self-Awareness in the Dating World [0:15:53] Bullying, Parental Pressure, and Negativity Bias [0:21:10] Self-Value and How to Take Compliments [0:28:18] Navigating Perfectionism and Body Image in the Entertainment Industry [0:38:34] The Importance of Surrounding Yourself with Positive People. [0:40:39] Self-Respect, Self-Care, and Finding Balance in Life Kinda Dating is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. You can find more outstanding podcasts to subscribe to at Frolic.media/podcasts! → Watch video clips from the show, laugh at hilarious memes, and talk to us by following Kinda Dating on Instagram and TikTok! ← Follow Ksenia: Website, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Spotify, Soundcloud Follow Natasha Chandel: Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook Follow Aisha Holden: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Follow Adam Pineless: Instagram, Website

Love Isn’t Blind May 02, 2023

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Actor and comedian Alison Goldberg joins Natasha Chandel to talk about her latest live dating show, Love Isn’t Blind, and whether the concept is actually true or not! Do looks or values really matter in love? The funny ladies delve into their relationship past with unavailable men, the limited vocabulary around love, word-vomiting, and the different expectations on men and women in the dating game, all in a high-energy new episode of Kinda Dating! Episode Highlights: [CHAPTERS] [0:00:00] - Intro [0:04:04] - Self-Love and Rejection [0:05:21] - Emotional Processing and Word Vomiting in Men [0:08:48] - Gender Differences in Sexual Responsibility and Consequences [0:13:52] - Importance of Having Judgment and a Filter in Relationships and an Introduction to the Show "Love Isn't Blind" [0:15:36] - Creating a Feminist Dating Show and Overcoming Creative Blocks During the Pandemic [0:17:51] - Gender Dynamics and Communication in Reality TV Dating Shows [0:22:37] - Crazy Moments in the “Love Isn’t Blind” Show [0:33:13] - Importance of Attraction in Relationships and the TV Show "Love is Blind" [0:36:59] - Our Limited Vocabulary in Love [0:40:54] - Different Types of Love and Healthy Relationships with Exes [0:42:49] - Apologizing, Closure, and Communication in Relationships [0:53:37] - Maintaining Relationships with Exes and Ethical Non-Monogamy [0:58:26] - “Love Isn't Blind” Application Process [1:02:44] - Male Privilege and Dating Preferences [1:09:27] - There are Good Men and Female Body Shaming Kinda Dating is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. You can find more outstanding podcasts to subscribe to at Frolic.media/podcasts! → Watch video clips from the show, laugh at hilarious memes, and talk to us by following Kinda Dating on Instagram and TikTok! ← Follow Alison Goldberg: Website, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Love Isn’t Blind Follow Natasha Chandel: Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook Follow Aisha Holden: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Follow Adam Pineless: Instagram, Website

Humble the Poet: Breaking the “Nice Guy” Stereotype Apr 26, 2023

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“Nice guys finish last.” We’ve heard this a million times before. But is it really true? Humble the Poet (Author of “How to be Love(d)) returns to Kinda Dating, and talks to Natasha about his personal journey of being labeled a nice guy and how it affected his relationships. The pair challenge the stereotypical narrative, and that “nice guy syndrome” results from a lack of boundaries. They emphasize self awareness, taking responsibility, and finding true happiness in this touching new episode of Kinda Dating! Episode Highlights: [0:00:00] – Intro [0:03:10] - The Pitfalls of Being a "Nice Guy" or "Too Nice" in Relationships [0:06:20] - Establishing Boundaries and Self-Love in Relationships [0:17:14] - Breaking Patterns and Embracing Vulnerability in Relationships [0:18:58] - Navigating Triggers in Relationships Kinda Dating is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. You can find more outstanding podcasts to subscribe to at Frolic.media/podcasts! → Watch video clips from the show, laugh at hilarious memes, and talk to us by following Kinda Dating on Instagram and TikTok! ← Follow Humble The Poet: Website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Snapchat Follow Natasha Chandel: Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook Follow Aisha Holden: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Follow Adam Pineless: Instagram, Website

Humble the Poet: How to be Love(d) Apr 18, 2023

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Humble the Poet (Author of “How to be Love(d)) returns to Kinda Dating, and talks to Natasha about his journey to self love. Humble breaks the limiting beliefs we have around love and the idea we have created that it is a reflection of our worth. He reveals how we can attract real love in our life, and discusses the importance of boundaries, all in a love-ly new episode of KD! Episode Highlights: [0:00:00] - Intro [0:05:53] - Exploring Love, Attachment Styles, and Personal Growth [0:10:16] - Enoughness, Worthiness, and Qualifying for Love [0:14:32] - Finding Authenticity and Peace in Dating. [0:16:32] - Recognizing and Overcoming Social Conditioning [0:21:38] - The Psychology of Chaos and Familiarity in Relationships [0:23:26] - Understanding the True Meaning of Love and How to Attract It [0:28:31] - Maintaining Boundaries and Self-Awareness in Relationships [0:34:18] - The Challenges and Opportunities of Alternative Love Lifestyles [0:39:39] - Monogamy, Therapy, and Personal Growth [0:42:55] - A Conversation on Intentionality and Change [0:49:27] - The Dangers of Creating a False Identity [0:51:05] - Navigating Identity and Fear of Rejection in the Digital Age [0:58:22] - The Importance of Connection and Making People Feel Seen [1:00:07] - Love Languages and Small Gestures Kinda Dating is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. You can find more outstanding podcasts to subscribe to at Frolic.media/podcasts! → Watch video clips from the show, laugh at hilarious memes, and talk to us by following Kinda Dating on Instagram and TikTok! ← Follow Humble The Poet: Website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Snapchat Follow Natasha Chandel: Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook Follow Aisha Holden: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Follow Adam Pineless: Instagram, Website

What’s Your Relationship Formula? Apr 11, 2023

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Danny Zuker (“Modern Family Executive Producer) returns to talk with Natasha and Aisha about the viability of relationship formulas. When we’re younger, we think there’s one way to live – you meet someone, you date, get married, have a kid. Life is very linear. It’s a simple black or white formula. But then you get older, and you start LIVING life… and realizing, there’s a whole lotta gray. The trio discuss how they’ve created their own gray space, and how they’ve deal with the “good opinion of others” along the way. Danny speaks candidly about his unique relationship with his ex-wife and how vacationing together works for them! Episode Highlights: 0:00:00 – Intro 0:04:09 – Danny Talks Social Media, Relationships, and Divorce 0:06:20 – Danny Talks About Hanging With Exes at the Viper Room 0:08:32 – Co-Parenting and Maintaining a Friendship with an Ex-Partner 0:11:36 – Dealing with Other People's Opinions 0:18:11 – Acceptance and Backlash in Modern Relationships and Society 0:21:50 – The Importance of Acceptance and Communication in Non-Traditional Relationships 0:23:49 - Learnings From Modern Family Kinda Dating is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. You can find more outstanding podcasts to subscribe to at Frolic.media/podcasts! → Watch video clips from the show, laugh at hilarious memes, and talk to us by following Kinda Dating on Instagram and TikTok! ← Follow Danny Zuker: Instagram, Twitter Follow Natasha Chandel: Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook Follow Aisha Holden: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Follow Adam Pineless: Instagram, Website

Getting Back on the Saddle After Divorce Apr 04, 2023

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If dating isn’t hard enough the first time, Danny Zuker (“Modern Family Executive Producer and divorcee) talks about doing the whole marriage dance, realizing it’s not working out, and having to get back in the dating pool… except now, it is wildly different from the last time he was in it. He, Natasha Chandel, and Aisha Holden get super real about all the learnings you attain from divorce, how to approach a new relationship (especially if you have kids), and the importance of healing before diving back in to dating. It’s a funny, raw episode of Kinda Dating! Episode Highlights: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:05:47 - Dating in the Modern Age 0:07:54 - The Bar is So Low: A Discussion on Dating and Basic Decency 0:11:44 - Navigating the Dating World After Divorce: A Candid Conversation 0:27:11 - The Importance of Honesty and Introspection 0:32:40 - Developing Healthy Boundaries in Personal Relationships 0:41:01 - Danny Zuker’s 6 Questions Kinda Dating is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. You can find more outstanding podcasts to subscribe to at Frolic.media/podcasts! → Watch video clips from the show, laugh at hilarious memes, and talk to us by following Kinda Dating on Instagram and TikTok! ← Follow Danny Zuker: Instagram, Twitter Follow Natasha Chandel: Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook Follow Aisha Holden: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Follow Adam Pineless: Instagram, Website

Ashleigh Reynard: Keeping Monogamy Hot Mar 28, 2023

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Ashleigh Reynard (author of “Swing”) shares with Natasha Chandel her personal story of rekindling the sexual heat in her marriage. The former competitive skater reveals how she and her partner try to best each other, and she insists that couples can keep it as hot as it was in the beginning with a few simple shifts in mindset. From ways to get in the mood when you’re busy to making pleasure a priority, Ashleigh gives specific tools to help in the bedroom and beyond in this kinky new episode of Kinda Dating! Episode Highlights: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:05:49 - Extracurricular Activities and Overcoming Laziness in Professional and Personal Life 0:07:45 - Ashleigh’s Experience at a Sex Party 0:12:02 - Ashleigh and Natasha Explore Non-Monogamy 0:17:44 - Demystifying Non-Monogamy and Overcoming Obstacles to Sexual Satisfaction 0:21:35 - Navigating Sexual Desire Disparities in Relationships 0:23:12 - Women's Sexual Pleasure and Societal Expectations: Faking Orgasms and Giving vs. Receiving in Sexual Encounters 0:31:48 - Communication and Experimentation in Sexual Relationships 0:33:51 - Exploring Intimacy and Quickie Positions 0:41:56 - Tips on How to Talk About Sex in Relationships 0:47:50 - Prioritizing Pleasure in Relationships 0:50:32 - The Importance of Playfulness and Passion in Front of Children 0:52:15 - Overcoming Challenges in Maintaining Spontaneity in Relationships 0:54:09 - Tips for Making Sex More Accessible and Enjoyable for Busy Couples Kinda Dating is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. You can find more outstanding podcasts to subscribe to at Frolic.media/podcasts! → Watch video clips from the show, laugh at hilarious memes, and talk to us by following Kinda Dating on Instagram and TikTok! ← Follow Ashleigh Reynard: Website, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest Follow Natasha Chandel: Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook Follow Aisha Holden: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Follow Adam Pineless: Instagram, Website

Our Struggle with Intimacy Mar 21, 2023

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We all want to date when it’s fun and flighty, but a lot of us struggle when it comes to getting vulnerable with our partners. Galit Atlas (psychoanalyst and author of “Emotional Inheritance”) returns to discuss our deep-rooted issues surrounding intimacy. She emphasizes the role of our generational trauma, and how fear is learned as we grow older. Dr. Atlas and Natasha share ways to break those patterns and really connect when dating! It’s a thoughtful new episode of Kinda Dating! Episode Highlights: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:04:58 - Intimacy Issues in Interpersonal Relationships 0:06:30 - The Fear of Being Used and the Need to Control the Environment 0:10:17 - Intimacy, Safety, and Vulnerability 0:16:16 - Exploring the Reasons Behind Commitment Issues in Men 0:20:22 - Exploring Sexual Agency and Intimacy Issues in Relationships 0:24:11 - Disintimacy and Toxic Relationships 0:28:27 - Fear of Intimacy and Avoidance in Relationships 0:33:53 - Building Intimacy in the Dating World 0:42:51 - Unconsciously Communicating Unreadiness for a New Relationship 0:44:51 - Listener Q&A: "Navigating the Dating Scene as a Brown Woman in Your 40s” 0:52:05 - Exploring the Healing Process After Ending a Relationship Kinda Dating is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. You can find more outstanding podcasts to subscribe to at Frolic.media/podcasts! → Watch video clips from the show, laugh at hilarious memes, and talk to us by following Kinda Dating on Instagram and TikTok! ← Follow Galit Atlas: Instagram, Website Follow Natasha Chandel: Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook Follow Aisha Holden: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Follow Adam Pineless: Instagram, Website

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