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Dating Beyond Borders

Marina Iakovleva
Dating Culture
Dating
Intercultural Relationships
Cultural Differences
Brazilian Culture
Relationships
Friendship
Social Media
Gender Roles
Infidelity
Cultural Differences Between America and France
Germany
Hospitality
Morocco
Psychology
Mexico
Sex Education
Work-Life Balance
Flirting
Portugal

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 ... more

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This week, I’m joined by Patry Ruiz, a Spanish content creator from Madrid who has spent much of her life in the UK. We explore dating in Spain, her experience marrying a British man, the nuances of Spanish women, and the realities of long-distance l... more

In this snippet, I speak with Eunhee Park, a North Korean defector who escaped her country at just 21. But leaving was only the beginning—she has faced intense loneliness, culture shock, and the challenges of navigating a completely new life in South... more

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I chat to three expats living in Sweden, Norway and Denmark about their honest experiences living in Scandinavia, from the menta... more

In this episode, I sit down with three Mexican women to discuss the truth about dating in Mexico. From dating Mexican men to the perception of dating foreigners as “upgrading,” we explore stereotypes like the “spicy Latina,” sex and taboos in Mexican... more

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Amairany Lopez
Spanish teacher
Independent
Episode: Ep. 97 - Dating in Mexico: Mexican Women on Machismo, Foreign Men & the “Spicy Latina” Stereotype
Jennifer Lopez
From Jalisco, lives in Playa del Carmen, has a boyfriend
Independent
Episode: Ep. 97 - Dating in Mexico: Mexican Women on Machismo, Foreign Men & the “Spicy Latina” Stereotype
Eunhee Park
North Korean defector and author
Author of The Courage to Die (memoir)
Episode: Ep. 96 - North Korean Defector: The Freedom Nobody Warned Me About (Ft. Eunhee Park)
Lauren Quacquarelli
British-Italian content creator and mental health advocate
Episode: Ep. 95 - From the UK to Southern Italy: The Reality Behind the Dream (Ft. Lauren Quacquarelli)
Derek Mitchell
Content creator from Double Dutch, a channel focused on life in the Netherlands from an expat's perspective
Double Dutch
Episode: Ep. 92 - Dutch Directness, Dry Humor & Cultural Shock (Ft. Double Dutch)
Alina Macleod
Lead character in a viral episode and a successful travel channel creator
Travel Channel
Episode: Ep. 83 -She Left Canada for Bulgaria... was it WORTH IT?! (Ft. Alina Macleod)
Maria Rincon
Former TV host, TEDx speaker, and speaking coach, sharing her experiences as a third culture kid.
Episode: Ep. 80 - What No One Tells you About Being a "Third Culture Kid" (Feat. TED speaker Maria Rincon)
Colby Gray
An American journalist living and dating in Belgium
Episode: Ep. 79 - Dating as a Gay American in Belgium: Love, Grindr & Stereotypes
Robe Trotting
Episode: (Mini Pod) This Is Normal in the States... and WEIRD in Denmark

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Marina
Host and creator focused on cross-cultural dating and global love, affiliated with Dating Beyond Borders.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 196 ratings
  • Amazing podcast

    Thank you for your work! It’s so interesting, I really found many answers for myself 🤓 Please, continue 🙏🏼💚

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nikaivakon
    Canada2 months ago
  • Great podcast about culture

    Keep the great work, Marina!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chisuzhe
    United States2 months ago
  • Fav podcast

    I always look to forward to Marina’s episodes. They are so dynamic and interesting, and she asks great questions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Millyjul23
    United States4 months ago
  • increasingly conservative and backward thinking

    Like so many things lately this podcast used to be good. But she features increasingly conservative guests who keep saying how women need to not talk so much and instead be pretty and more "feminine" and men need to be more "masculine". Whatever that means. It's more upsetting when a female podcast host keeps throwing women under the bus

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    SouthernBaker
    United States4 months ago
  • Great podcast about culture

    I look forward to each episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chisuzhe
    United States7 months ago

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Fans highlight the show's ability to feel like a cafe conversation with friends.
Many appreciate authentic storytelling and host's curiosity.
Some critique appears about political or ideological stances, though it's not dominant.
Listeners praise rich cultural perspectives and engaging, insightful conversations.

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Ep. 98 - Three Expats Expose Scandinavian Relationships & Work Culture
Q: What surprised you most about making friends in Sweden?
The stereotype that Swedes are hard to reach is partly true; it's hard at first, but once you break through, there can be deep connections, though many people stay within their tightly knit circles.
Ep. 96 - North Korean Defector: The Freedom Nobody Warned Me About (Ft. Eunhee Park)
Q: How did your view of the outside world change once you were exposed to South Korean dramas and Western culture?
Dramas opened a window to possibilities and different social norms, but also underscored the gap between the life portrayed and the realities of actual integration, including relationships and personal autonomy.
Ep. 96 - North Korean Defector: The Freedom Nobody Warned Me About (Ft. Eunhee Park)
Q: What was the hardest part about adapting to life in South Korea after escaping?
Facing discrimination and the sheer abundance of choices; adjusting to a job market, language, and cultural norms while grappling with the emotional weight of leaving family behind.
Ep. 96 - North Korean Defector: The Freedom Nobody Warned Me About (Ft. Eunhee Park)
Q: Growing up in North Korea, did you believe everything that was taught to you?
Yes, I believed the propaganda; from birth you're taught to revere the leaders and to see them as the source of all life and truth, with little access to external information.
Ep. 94 - The Hard Truth About Dating in Paris: Power Games, Nonchalance, and Cheating
Q: What advice would you give to someone seeking love in Paris?
Don't come to Paris with the intent of finding the love of your life; it should happen naturally without pressure.

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What is Dating Beyond Borders about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on how culture shapes love, dating, and relationship dynamics across borders. Episodes feature real stories and expert takes from people living across the globe—from North Korea and Europe to the Middle East and the Americas—exploring topics like cross-cultural dating, language and identity, dating norms, family expectations, and the emotional nuance of building connections abroad. Listeners can expect candid, personal narratives alongside cultural analysis, often contrasting dating practices in different countries and highlighting how migration, bureaucracy, and language influence romance. A standout aspect is the consistently diverse guest pool, which brings lived experiences from multiple cultures and life paths, making... more

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2. Jennifer Lopez
3. Eunhee Park
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