Modern Wisdom

#370 - James Bloodworth - Understanding The Modern Dating Economy

Sep 11, 2021

James Bloodworth, a journalist and author, explores the chaotic modern dating economy. He delves into how platforms like Tinder and OnlyFans are reshaping romance and self-worth. The conversation addresses rising celibacy rates among young men, societal pressures around harassment, and the complexities of attraction influenced by technology. Bloodworth critiques traditional dating narratives while unraveling the conflicting ideologies within contemporary feminism. He emphasizes the need for genuine connections beyond the digital world amidst the commodification of intimacy.

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The distinction between beauty and hotness in modern culture

01:38

Challenges for Women in the Modern Dating Market

01:21

Intro

3min

Navigating the Modern Dating Economy

8min

Transformations from Pickup Artists

6min

Navigating Modern Dating Dynamics

21min

Fragmented Feminism: Perspectives on Sexual Freedom and Connection

2min

Navigating Modern Love

9min

Navigating the Modern Dating Economy

18min

Navigating Modern Masculinity

11min

James Bloodworth is a journalist, podcaster and an author.

The modern dating market is a mess. From polyamory to OnlyFans, Tinder to Trad Wives. No one really knows the best approach for navigating these waters, and the lessons from our parents no longer apply. James has dedicated an entire podcast series to the most interesting parts of the dating economy and today we're going through them.

Expect to learn whether porn addiction is really a thing, why sexual inequality is the only inequality no one wants to campaign for, James' insights around what Tinder is doing to dating, why 17% of people think that approaching anyone is harassment and much more...

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