Culture Apothecary with Alex Clark Why He Ghosted But Still Watches Your IG Stories | Patti Stanger
Nov 29, 2025
Join Patti Stanger, a third-generation matchmaker and the force behind The Millionaire Matchmaker, as she dives into the wild world of modern dating. She explains why drinks can reveal intent better than dinner dates and addresses how gender dynamics have shifted since the 1960s. Patti shares savvy advice on where to meet singles beyond apps and how quickly men decide on marriage. Discover her insights on ghosting, what makes a man husband material, and the red flags to watch for in potential partners.
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Use Drinks To Test Chemistry
- Ask for drinks first as a low-commitment opener and let dinner follow if chemistry grows.
- Watch whether he offers to spend money as an early signal of hunting/provider intent.
Modern Dating Shifted Gender Roles
- Patti argues modern dating flipped gender roles: men became more feminine and women more masculine.
- She links this shift to cultural waves since the 1960s and tech changes, not biology alone.
Meet People In Daytime Communities
- Spend most dating time in real-world communities like sports, clubs, and friend introductions, not only apps.
- Target places where your desired gender is overrepresented to increase odds of meeting matches.
