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Episode 6June 17, 20262h 8m

Arranged Marriages vs Modern Dating: Which Actually Works Better?

Attraction alone doesn't build anything. A long argument about compatibility, standards, and whether you should even be the one choosing.

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Erik, Meenakshi, Sasha and Joe go deep on attraction, compatibility, arranged marriages, ideal mate theory, and the future of dating itself.

Why attraction alone isn't enough. How standards evolve throughout life. The difference between love and relationships. Investor vs tester dating mindsets. The psychology of nagging.

One of the most interesting moments: whether competence in mate selection should determine if someone picks their own partner — or hands it to family, matchmakers, or AI.

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