Dating Beyond Borders

Oct 29 2024 50 ep. 64 mins 6

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I'm Marina and I have been running the Youtube channel Dating Beyond Borders for 8 years. Now it's time to continue the theme of culture and relationships with this Podcast. Every week, I sit down with guests from all around the world to talk about how culture shapes who we are and how we connect with one another. Let's break down barriers one culture at a time.

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Ep. 48 - Biggest Culture Shocks of a Slavic Girl in the Netherlands

Oct 29 2024 77 mins

This week, I sit down with Alisa, a Ukrainian-born, Kyrgyzstan-raised creator who shares content about Dutch culture. We dive into what it means to assimilate into Dutch society, making friends with Dutch people, and the unique aspects of Dutch dating and relationships, plus so much more! Say hi to Alisa: https://www.instagram.com/alisa_law Each week I will interview guests from

Ep 47 - Why Icelandic People are Shockingly Different (Feat. Speak Viking)

Oct 22 2024 71 mins

Try Icelandic classes here: https://www.speakvikingcourses.com/Store-Marina I sit down with Oskar from Iceland, to talk about Icelandic culture. Is it true that Icelanders are all practically cousins? Is being too polite rude in Iceland and how does Icelandic communication differs in general? What does Oskar think of traditional gender roles and more. Get in touch with Oskar: htt

Ep 46 - "I ditched my comfortable life in Europe for Cuba..."

Oct 15 2024 66 mins

I sit down with Alissa, a German creator living in Havana Cuba since 2018. We talk about the hardest challenges that come with moving to Cuba, from lack of basic necessities to internet, and what should you expect if looking for a relationship with a Cuban as a foreigner. Get in touch with Alissa: www.instagram.com/ @absolutelyalissa Please support the Podcast (money will be used

Ep 45 - Unfiltered Truth About Living & Dating in Croatia (Expectations, Gender Roles, Family Values)

Oct 08 2024 56 mins

This week I sit down with a stand up comedian and content creator Damjana Ellis to talk about the reverse culture shocks she has experienced since coming back to Croatia after living in Canada for years. We discuss the Croatian lifestyle, mentality and dating scene. Check her out: https://www.tiktok.com/ @damjanaellis Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on

Ep. 44 - Why Eastern European Women Travel to Turkey for Love

Sep 02 2024 63 mins

This week, I interviewed Anastasia, a Belarusian-born, Polish-raised blogger who splits her time between Istanbul and her home with her Turkish husband. We discussed why Eastern European women are often attracted to Turkish men, what it's like meeting them, and how relationships with Turkish men differ from those with Eastern European men. Anastasia's Page: https://www.ins

Ep. 43 - Biggest Culture Shocks of a Brit in Brazil (Feat. Parada Inglesa)

Aug 27 2024 64 mins

I sit down with Freddy, a Brit living in Brazil with his Brazilian wife, Gabi (who appeared in a previous episode), to discuss his experience. We explore the culture shocks he's encountered, the key differences between British and Brazilian communication, how Brazilians approach things differently, and how living in Brazil has changed him. Freddy's IG: https://www.instagram.com/par

Ep. 42 - The Difficulty of Dating as a French-Japanese Man (Feat. Big Bong)

Aug 20 2024 66 mins

In this episode, I interview Bong from the YouTube channel Big Bong about the challenges of growing up French-Japanese. We dive into Bong's childhood and his experiences trying to assimilate into French society. How were Asian guys perceived by girls back then, and has that perception changed? We also explore the difficulties of dating as an Asian man and the culture shocks Bong en

Ep. 41 - The Hard Reality of Not Belonging Anywhere (British Polyglot Shares)

Aug 06 2024 64 mins

This week I talk to Alex Rawlings, Britain's most multilingual student about what it's like speaking 11+ languages, the feeling of never belonging anywhere, how different countries can spark different energy in you and why he didn't feel at home in Spain.Check out Alex here: https://www.instagram.com/alex__rawlings/ Each week I will interview guests from all around the

Ep. 40 - The Truth About Italian Relationships (Gender Dynamics, Non-Monogamy, Cheating, LGBTQ+)

Jul 30 2024 74 mins

This week I talk to Donatella, who is a clinical psychologist and sex therapist from Rome, Italy and who has lived and worked in the Netherlands and Spain. We dive into Italian gender dynamics, non-monogamous and LGBTQ+ relationships, discuss cheating in Italy and lots more. Get in touch with Donatella: https://www.donatellafiacchino.com/ Disclaimer: The opinions, facts, examples,

Ep. 39 - Brazilian Shocked at Dating in North America (Canada)

Jul 16 2024 77 mins

This week I talk to Alan, who is from Sao Paolo, Brazil and has moved to Canada over 10 years ago. We talk about the differences in culture, why it can be hard as a Brazilian to live and date in Canada, why dates in Brazil are seen differently and what happens when you get into a relationship with a Brazilian. Alan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thealanbug/ Each week