Kinda Dating
Natasha Chandel
Because who says they're in a relationship anymore? In each episode, comedian and dating expert, Natasha Chandel, along with cool guests break down the dating world and try to answer the proverbial question: why the fuck do we all have commitment issues?!
Get ready for honest and insightful discussions, hilarious personal stories, and a refreshing, PRACTICAL take on dating, love, and commitment that applies to everyone whether you’re single, married, or figuring it out.
Listen to the most diverse array of guests get super real -- ranging from New York Times best-selling authors like Mark Manson to global comedy sensations like Russell Peters. Our episodes feature expert therapists, seasoned dating coaches, actors, musicians, influencers, Showrunners, and even Natasha’s parents and exes spill the tea!
This is NOT your typical dating podcast. Kinda Dating is a lighthearted podcast that often gets deep. So let us help you “get it in.” Errr… find love!
Get ready for honest and insightful discussions, hilarious personal stories, and a refreshing, PRACTICAL take on dating, love, and commitment that applies to everyone whether you’re single, married, or figuring it out.
Listen to the most diverse array of guests get super real -- ranging from New York Times best-selling authors like Mark Manson to global comedy sensations like Russell Peters. Our episodes feature expert therapists, seasoned dating coaches, actors, musicians, influencers, Showrunners, and even Natasha’s parents and exes spill the tea!
This is NOT your typical dating podcast. Kinda Dating is a lighthearted podcast that often gets deep. So let us help you “get it in.” Errr… find love!
Episodes
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Dec 4, 2018 • 57min
Finding the Fun
One of the most common turn-ons is a sense of humor. Head of Starburns Audio, Jason Smith, agrees and sits with Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to share the secret behind his marriage. The trio break down the different types of humor because some are negative, how to look at the bright side of life, and why being able to laugh can solve a lot of your problems. All this and more in this, yup, fun-filled episode of Kinda Dating! Follow us:FB, IG, TW: @kindadatingFB, IG: @natashachandelTW: @natasha_chandelTW: @oatmealjohnson
Nov 27, 2018 • 49min
Spot Commitment Phobes
Dating is time consuming so it’s better to weed out potentials from duds. Jenna Birch, author of “The Love Gap” and new CEO of the Plum dating app, is back with Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden with tips on how to spot those pesky commitment phobes. The ladies share their experiences and povs on everything from classic signs to attachment styles on this fun, thought-provoking episode of Kinda Dating! Follow us:FB, IG, TW: @kindadatingFB, IG: @natashachandelTW: @natasha_chandelFB, IG, TW: @jennabirch
Nov 20, 2018 • 58min
Leah Knauer: Handling the Holidays
The holidays can be a great time, but also extremely stressful whether you’re single or booed up. Which is why Leah Knauer, comedian and Basic Witches podcast host, sits with Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to talk about how to navigate these crazy waters. From how to handle the annoying “so are you seeing anyone?” questions to what is an appropriate gift for your first holiday together, the girls jingle all the way in this fun, very helpful episode of Kinda Dating! Follow us:FB, IG, TW: @kindadatingFB, IG: @natashachandelTW: @natasha_chandelFB, IG, TW: @aishasaysdanceIG: @leahknauerFB: @leah.knauerIG: @basicwitchespod
Nov 13, 2018 • 52min
Pacing The Relationship
How fast or slow a relationship moves can be a make or break!Jack O’Brien and Miles Gray of HowStuffWorks’ The Daily Zeitgeist podcast are back with Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to talkabout the right pace of a relationship. When are you supposed to hit the milestones of being exclusive, “I love you” etc.? How do you tell someone to slow down if it’s going too fast? Is there a way to get your partner to speed shit up? The group tackles all this and more in another honest and funny episode of Kinda Dating! Follow us:FB, IG, TW: @kindadatingFB, IG: @natashachandelTW: @natasha_chandelFB, IG, TW: @aishasaysdanceIG, FB: @thedailyzeitgeistTW: @dailyzeitgeistTW: @jack_obrienIG, TW: @milesofgray
Nov 6, 2018 • 1h 4min
Uncommon Factors of Attraction
Did you know your spit could actually be a turn-on or off?! HowStuffWorks’ The Daily Zeitgeist podcasters Jack O’Brien and Miles Gray sit down with Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to talk about some of the more uncommon, even subconscious factors that play into who you might be attracted to. From color to your tears (yeah, you read correctly), they break down some secret reasons behind that chemistry, not so you can manipulate your way into someone’s pants, but understand the complex psyche! The group also gives advice to Sierra Burgess from “Sierra Burgess is a Loser” in this week’s Advice to a Famous Character. Listen to this quirky, hilarious episode of Kinda Dating! Follow us:FB, IG, TW: @kindadatingFB, IG: @natashachandelTW: @natasha_chandelFB, IG, TW: @aishasaysdanceIG, FB: @thedailyzeitgeistTW: @dailyzeitgeistTW: @jack_obrienIG, TW: @milesofgray
Oct 30, 2018 • 56min
Does Age Matter?
Is age really but a number? Caitlin Durante and Jamie Loftus of The Bechdel Cast podcast are back with Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to shed light on if you should date younger or older. Maturity, priorities, stamina (you know what we're talking about), the chicas break down the pros and cons of each age group, including the forgotten “your age-ers”. Remember them? The girls also give advice to Carrie Bradshaw from “Sex and the Cit” in this week’s Advice to a Famous Character. Listen to this honest, funny episode of Kinda Dating! Follow us:FB, IG, TW: @kindadatingIG, TW: @caitlinduranteIG: @jamiechristsuperstarTW: @jamieloftushelpFB, IG, TW: @aishasaysdanceFB, IG: @natashachandelTW: @natasha_chandel
Oct 23, 2018 • 1h 4min
How Movies Affect Your Love Life
Is Prince Charming the cause of your dating woes? Caitlin Durante and Jamie Loftus of The Bechdel Cast podcast join Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to break down how your favorite movies, and especially those romcoms, might be ruining your love life. From setting unrealistic expectations to the fairytale of happily ever after, the girls critique the most beloved tropes, all in the hopes of setting us back on track. We also debut a new segment: Dating Advice to Your Favorite Characters. What could Ariel have done differently? Listen to this super entertaining and enlightening episode of Kinda Dating! Follow us:FB, IG, TW: @kindadatingIG, TW: @caitlinduranteIG: @jamiechristsuperstarTW: @jamieloftushelpFB, IG, TW: @aishasaysdanceFB, IG: @natashachandelTW: @natasha_chandel
Oct 16, 2018 • 56min
The Immigrant Dating Experience
There are already so many complicated parts of dating, now add the cultural nuances that come with being an immigrant into the mix! Ethnically Ambiguous podcasters Anna Hossnieh and Shereen Lani Younes are back with Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to discuss the challenges of trying to find love the traditional North American way while feeling the pressure of holding onto their immigrant heritage. From unconventional family dynamics to the insecurity of wondering if anyone will ever get you, the ladies get deep, emotional and real in this new episode of Kinda Dating. Follow us:IG, TW: @annahossniehIG: @sheeroheroTW: @shereenwhyFB, IG, TW: @kindadatingFB, IG: @natashachandelTW: @natasha_chandel
Oct 9, 2018 • 1h 10min
Managing Parents
Family is an important part of many relationships and some are more involved than others. Ethnically Ambiguous podcasters Anna Hossnieh and Shereen Lani Younes join Natasha Chandel and Aisha Holden to share their experiences with their parents in their dating lives. How do you set boundaries? When is too much involvement? Why does their approval matter at all? The girl squad get super candid about their personal challenges in managing their parentals and offer thoughtful insight into how to appease them in this fun episode of Kinda Dating!
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Oct 2, 2018 • 57min
The Power of Happiness
Dating is hard because we put our happiness in other people’s hands. Happiness coach, Rob Mack, and author of “Happiness From The Inside Out” is back with Natasha Chandel to talk about finding that real inner joy and taking back your power. Can being happy make other areas of your life work better? Are happy people more attractive? All this and more in another fun, enlightening, happy episode of Kinda Dating! Follow us:FB, IG, TW: @robmackofficialFB, IG, TW: @kindadatingFB, IG: @natashachandelTW: @natasha_chandel
