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Dating Beyond Borders

Marina Iakovleva

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

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Ep. 94 - The Hard Truth About Dating in Paris: Power...

Dating Beyond Borders ·

2026/02/12

This week, I chat with Penelope, a French-American woman living and dating in Paris. We dive into the truth behind “the city of love”—the reality of dating in a city defined by nonchalance, where excitement often comes before commitment, and marriage and family can take a backseat to more transient encounters. We compare France and the U.S. on nuance, dating labels, and end goals, and tackle age-old questions like: Are French men great lovers? Do they cheat more? And are French women really

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00:14:40

(Mini Pod) This Made Me Feel Like Less of a Man: Men...

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2026/02/10

In this podcast snippet, I speak with men from Sweden, Mexico, and South Korea about what makes them feel emasculated in relationships. We also talk about vulnerability — whether men feel safe opening up today, and what actually makes them feel “less than a man.”Say hi to Max: / _maxem_ Say hi to Carlos: / charliealbarrancomedy Say hi to KT: / ktpark_striking Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dating. The goal is

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01:18:13

Ep. 93 - What “being a man” means in Sweden, Mexico &...

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2026/02/07

In my first-ever in-studio podcast, I sit down with three men from Sweden, Mexico, and South Korea to unpack one of the most talked-about topics today: masculinity. We explore how masculinity is defined in their cultures, what they were taught about being a man, how they view a man’s role in relationships, and which qualities they value most in a partner.Say hi to Max: https://www.instagram.com/_maxem_/Say hi to Carlos: https://www.instagram.com/charliealbarrancomedy/Say hi to KT:

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01:07:44

Ep. 92 - Dutch Directness, Dry Humor & Cultural Shock...

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2026/01/30

In this episode, I speak with Derek, an American living in the Netherlands with his Dutch husband, about the cultural nuances that often get overlooked—how Americans and Dutch people express enthusiasm differently, what humor works (and doesn’t), and why these differences are often misunderstood online.Say hi to Derek: https://www.instagram.com/letsdoubledutch/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

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00:09:27

(Mini Pod) French vs American Mentality: Parenting,...

Dating Beyond Borders ·

2026/01/25

I talk to Alisa, an American who has lived in French is married to a French man about the differences in American and French mentality: from parenting, to the perfection culture so present in France, the slow living vs hustle and why Americans tend to leave parties earlier.Say hi to Alisa: https://www.instagram.com/multilingual_nest/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

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00:58:52

Ep. 91 - The Truth About Being Married to a Nigerian...

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2026/01/08

This week I sit down with Ifunanya, a Nigerian-American podcast host, and her Nigerian husband, Ugo. We unpack Nigerian relationship dynamics — from their biggest cultural miscommunications, to what Ugo did before they were even dating that most American men wouldn’t think twice about, expectations for men and women in Nigeria, and the cultural nuances that shape relationships there. Say hi to Infunanya: https://www.instagram.com/igbopodcast/Check out Igbo and Yoruba classes (FREE trial):

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00:14:59

(Mini Pod) She changed her dating app location to...

Dating Beyond Borders ·

2025/12/30

In this snippet, I talk with Ana, a Brazilian woman who, tired of the dating scene in Brazil, changed her Tinder location to Sweden to meet someone more aligned with her values. She is now in a relationship with a Swedish man and lives in Sweden. Ana shares what it’s really like dating a Swedish man, the cultural differences she noticed, and her advice for anyone who feels stuck dating in a place that doesn’t match their energy, values, or long-term goals.Say hi to Ana:

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00:52:03

Ep. 90 - Relationships in Turkey vs the West...

Dating Beyond Borders ·

2025/12/19

This week I’m chatting with Jülide, a Turkish content creator who now lives in Belgium and is in a relationship with a Belgian partner. We dive into Turkish relationships — how space and individuality are viewed (and why “me time” basically doesn’t exist), what makes Turkish women different in relationships, and why family approval can make or break everything.https://www.instagram.com/turkishonboard/Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and

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01:06:06

Ep. 89 - The Truth About Being in a Relationship With...

Dating Beyond Borders ·

2025/12/12

I chat with Alisa, an American content creator married to a French man who also teaches French pronunciation. We dive into the key differences between French and American relationships, the mentality gap between the two cultures, and even how parenting styles compare.Say hi to Alisa: https://www.instagram.com/multilingual_nest/Her course: https://soundfrench.learnworlds.com/Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dating. The

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01:24:49

Ep. 88 - These are the WORST cities to find love in...

Dating Beyond Borders ·

2025/12/05

In this episode, I sit down with psychologist and psychotherapist Alex Limanówka to break down the best and worst cities to find love in 2025. We go through each “worst” city on the list, talk about what the dating scene is actually like there, debate whether it deserves its spot, and even add a few of our own. Got thoughts or experiences to share? We’d love to hear what you think!Say hi to Alex: https://www.instagram.com/therapy.by.alex/List here:

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01:16:00

Ep. 87 - Why He Left Switzerland to Find Love in...

Dating Beyond Borders ·

2025/11/28

In this episode, I chat with Robin, a Swiss guy who grew tired of Switzerland’s predictable, perfection-driven routine and decided to move to Latin America. We dive into the passport bro movement, explore gender dynamics across both cultures, talk about how compatible Swiss and Latin people really are, and share insights on dating abroad you won’t want to miss.Say hi to Robin: https://www.instagram.com/robinkellerofficial/Join his program: https://thefithighperformer.com/systemEach week I will

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00:12:30

(Mini Pod) How are Brits and Brazilians DIFFERENT?

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2025/11/18

I chat to Freddy, a Brit from London who has been living in São Paulo, Brazil for many years with his Brazilian wife Gabi. We get into lifestyle differences, how Brits vs Brazilians different in communication styles, and what surprised Freddy the most about Brazil.Say hi to Freddy: 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

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01:05:07

Ep. 86 - From Nigeria to the Netherlands: Love,...

Dating Beyond Borders ·

2025/11/12

This week I chat with Rosie, a Nigerian-British travel journalist raised in the Netherlands. We dive into what it’s like to grow up with a complicated identity, travel for a living, and navigate the messy, unpredictable world of finding love on the road.Rosie Bell is a travel journalist who has written for over 30 publications, including BBC Travel, Forbes, WIRED, and Condé Nast Traveler. She has taught more than 1,500 aspiring travel journalists via her online courses, and she is the founder of

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01:01:49

Ep. 85 - Truth About Living in Switzerland: Bünzli...

Dating Beyond Borders ·

2025/11/06

This week I chat with Mike, a Swiss-Italian stand-up comedian, about life in Switzerland: the good, the bad, and the perfectly organized. We dive into the Swiss mentality, what it’s like trying to make friends and date in such a reserved culture, the country’s love of rules (and when it goes too far), and whether Switzerland is a place he truly loves… or one that sometimes feels a bit too confining. We also get into how Swiss-Italian culture differs from the rest of the country.Say hi to Mike:

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01:11:36

Ep. 84 - From Russia to Portugal: Is Lisbon Still...

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2025/10/31

In this episode, I chat with Galina, a Russian content creator who moved to Portugal seven years ago — from Bragança to Lisbon. We dive into what it was like growing up and dating in Russia, how the Russian and Portuguese mentalities differ, and whether Lisbon is still worth living in as prices continue to rise.Say hi to Galina: https://www.instagram.com/gala__daily/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

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00:12:41

(Mini Pod) Why the Swedish Approach is so Different.....

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2025/10/28

Get our FREE guide to dating in 6 European countries HERE: https://tinyurl.com/2rp2tt6uI talk to Cecilia, a Swedish-Finnish woman who has had enough of the Swedish dating scene. We dive into the Swedish approach. Why Swedish men are famously passive in their approach, why Swedes expect to hook up sooner rather than later, and the laziness that has ensued from this.Say hi to Cecilia: / missgelinder Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and

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00:58:23

Ep. 83 -Why I left Canada for Bulgaria... and Was it...

Dating Beyond Borders ·

2025/10/21

I chat with Alina, a Ukrainian-Canadian travel creator, who recently made a bold move: relocating from Canada to Bulgaria. A few years ago, she told me she wanted to move to Sofia, and now she’s done it! We talk about what it’s really like to start over abroad, whether moving to Bulgaria was worth it, the biggest challenges of expat life, and if she misses Canada.🎙️ Tune in for an honest look at life in Bulgaria as a foreigner, cultural adjustments, and what it takes to build a new home from

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00:09:47

(Mini Pod) How is Polish vs American Mentality...

Dating Beyond Borders ·

2025/10/09

In this snippet, Edward, an American who has moved to Poland for love, and I chat about his experience with Polish people: from American vs Polish customer service, to the difference in hospitality, to the way Polish people make friends, to one of the things he really appreciates about living in Krakow.Say hi to Edward: https://www.instagram.com/xofyls/Dating Beyond Borders is a Youtube channel that focuses on highlighting the cultural differences that come into play while dating people from other

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01:29:09

Ep. 82 - From Brazil to Sweden: I Moved Abroad for...

Dating Beyond Borders ·

2025/10/02

In this episode, I talk with Ana, a Brazilian who moved to Sweden for love. We dive into her story of meeting her partner on Tinder, navigating a long-distance relationship, and what she’s learned about herself since moving abroad. Ana also shares the cultural differences she’s experienced in Sweden and offers tips for anyone feeling stuck in their dating life back home—especially if you want to approach love more strategically.Say hi to Ana: https://www.instagram.com/ana.marcalEach week I will

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00:08:57

(Mini Pod) Why is South Korea's Birthrate the LOWEST...

Dating Beyond Borders ·

2025/09/29

In this snippet I chat to David, the host of the Korean Pizza Club podcast about the scary phenomenon taking over Korea -- the incredibly low birthrate which is highly impacting the country. We dive into this, and the changing dating scene in the Korea.Check out David's Podcast about Korea: https://www.instagram.com/koreanpizzaclub/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

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