
Dating Beyond Borders
Welcome to the Dating Beyond Borders Podcast!
I’m Marina, the creator behind the Dating Beyond Borders YouTube channel, where I’ve spent the past 10 years exploring how culture shapes love and connection. Now, I’m bringing that same passion to the podcast world!
Each week, I sit down with guests from around the globe to dive into the ways culture influences relationships, identity, and the way we connect. From dating norms to cross-cultural misunderstandings, no topic is off-limits.
Let’s break down barriers. One culture at a time.
Latest episodes

Jan 24, 2024 • 1h 10min
Ep.20 - Biggest Culture Shocks of an American in Paris (feat. American Fille)
This week I chat to Amanda (AmericanFille). Amanda is an American who has been living in Paris for 6.5 years and in her socials, she shares the reality of living in Paris which is not always as rose colored as internet creators lead us to believe. We talk about the difficulties of living in Paris, the customer service, school and work system, dating scene and what you need to do to survive in Paris.
Amanda's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/americanfille/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@americanfille
Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dating. The goal is to go as deep as possible and to really understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life.
Want to join the mailing list? https://dating-beyond-borders.com
Say hi on Instagram: @datingbeyondborders
Dating Beyond Borders channel: @datingbeyondborders

Jan 9, 2024 • 1h 4min
Ep.19 - Why Dating in Portugal is so Difficult (feat. Portuguese with Leo)
This week I sit down with Leo, from the channel Portuguese with Leo to talk about all things Portugal, from the Portuguese culture, to the language, to the dating scene.. to whether Lisbon is worth it to move to these days?
Leo's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PortugueseWithLeoLeo's
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portuguesewithleo/
Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dating. The goal is to go as deep as possible and to really understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life.
Want to join the mailing list? https://www.dating-beyond-borders.com
Say hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingbeyondborders
Dating Beyond Borders channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/datingbeyondborders

Jan 2, 2024 • 1h 33min
Ep. 18- The Real Truth About Dating in France (feat. Alice Cappelle)
In this podcast, Alice Cappelle, a French commentator on relationships, society, and feminism, discusses the unique characteristics of the French dating scene, cultural differences in dating apps and labels, the complexities of gender roles and liberation in France, women judging other women, the disappointment of a romanticized Paris, the prevalence of infidelity in French culture, factors that contribute to attractiveness and the importance of hobbies in relationships, the impact of women's increasing independence on society, and staying authentic in the online space.

Dec 28, 2023 • 1h 12min
Ep 17 - Why Swedish Culture is Shockingly Different to American (feat. Stefan Thyron)
This week I talk to Stefan, an American creator who has been in Sweden for 8 years. We discuss the biggest differences in Swedish and American mindset, talk a bit about the Swedish dating scene and whether or not Sweden is the place Stefan sees himself in long term.
Stefan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stefanthyron/
Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dating. The goal is to go as deep as possible and to really understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life.
Make your Podcast with Streamyard and get $10 in credit: https://shorturl.at/knzA2
My Youtube Channel: www.youtube.com/user/datingbeyondborders
Connect on Instagram: www.instagram.com/datingbeyondborders

Dec 19, 2023 • 48min
Ep 16 - The Truth about Dating & Sex in Mexico (According to a Sexologist)
This week I sit down with Betsy Reuss, a psychologist and a sexologist from Mexico City to talk about the dynamics around dating a sex in Mexico. How does the dating scene in Mexico differ and is it quickly changing? What can cause low libido in the bedroom? And are we all becoming more commitment-phobic as a society?
Betsy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betsyreuss/
Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dating. The goal is to go as deep as possible and to really understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life.
Make your Podcast with Streamyard and get $10 in credit: https://shorturl.at/knzA2
My Youtube Channel: www.youtube.com/user/datingbeyondborders
Connect on Instagram: www.instagram.com/datingbeyondborders

Dec 12, 2023 • 1h 24min
Ep. 15 - Why Brazilian Women are Unhappy with the Dating Scene (Psychologist Explains)
This week I sit down with Gabriela, a psychologist from Sao Paulo specializing in relationships. We talk about her relationship with a British man, the loneliness epidemic in Brazil that no one speaks about, the effects of social media and religious background on Brazilian dating and why Brazilians socialize differently.
Gabriela's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oigabipsi/
Her husband's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parada1nglesa
Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dating. The goal is to go as deep as possible and to really understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life.
Make your Podcast with Streamyard and get $10 in credit: https://shorturl.at/knzA2
My Youtube Channel: www.youtube.com/user/datingbeyondborders
Connect on Instagram: www.instagram.com/datingbeyondborders

Dec 1, 2023 • 1h 30min
Ep. 14 - A Hilarious Guide to Surviving Finland (feat. VeryFinnishProblems)
I sit down with Joel from the page Very Finnish Problems to talk about his experience living in Finland. Originally from the UK, we discuss the differences between British and Finnish mentality, dive into dark Finnish winters, what Finns value and the biggest culture shocks that come with living in the Nordics.
Joel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veryfinnishproblems
Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dating. The goal is to go as deep as possible and to really understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life.
Make your Podcast with Streamyard and get $10 in credit: https://shorturl.at/knzA2
My Youtube Channel: www.youtube.com/user/datingbeyondborders
Connect on Instagram: www.instagram.com/datingbeyondborders

Nov 22, 2023 • 1h 36min
Ep. 13 - Biggest Culture Shocks of a German in America (feat. Feli From Germany)
I sit down with Feli from the Youtube channel Feli From Germany to talk about the culture shocks she had experienced after having moved from Germany to America. From the differences between German and American mentality, to what she loves most and least about living in America, to why moving to America changed her life for the better and how the dating scene differs between the two cultures.
Feli's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/felifromgermany/
Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dating. The goal is to go as deep as possible and to really understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life.
Make your Podcast with Streamyard and get $10 in credit: https://shorturl.at/knzA2
My Youtube Channel: www.youtube.com/user/datingbeyondborders
Connect on Instagram: www.instagram.com/datingbeyondborders

Nov 14, 2023 • 1h 29min
Ep. 12 - Things Chinese Do That Europeans Find Weird (Dating in China, Feminism and Masculinity)
Alejandra, a Spaniard living in Shanghai, discusses culture shocks when moving to China, dating differences between Chinese and Europeans, the impact of feminism on dating, and the challenges of modern relationships. They also explore the portrayal of sex in Spanish movies, the lack of accountability in online dating, and the disposable nature of contemporary relationships. Living in China has influenced their personal growth, making them more open-minded.

Nov 8, 2023 • 49min
Ep. 11 - Is Leaving America for Europe Really Worth it? (Life & Dating in Croatia)
Sage, an American who left the US to live in Croatia, discusses the driving factors behind leaving America. They explore the differences between life in Europe and the US, including the Balkan mentality around dating and making friends. Topics covered include backpacking through Europe, cultural differences and perspectives, communication styles, living in Croatia, housing challenges, friendships and mentality in Croatia and the US, and the transition into adulthood and cost of living.