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Dating Beyond Borders

Podcast by Marina Iakovleva

English

Health & personal development

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About Dating Beyond Borders

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 down barriers. One culture at a time.

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122 episodes
episode Ep. 102 - Dating in the US vs Italy: The Brutal Differences Nobody Talks About (Ft. Amedeo Iaschi) artwork

Ep. 102 - Dating in the US vs Italy: The Brutal Differences Nobody Talks About (Ft. Amedeo Iaschi)

In this episode, I speak with Amedeo Iaschi, an Italian investor and content creator, who has been living in the United States for the past 8 years, about his experience navigating dating and relationships in a completely different culture. We dive into the realities of dating in the US: from interview-style first dates and the quickness of labeling “red flags,” to the feeling that modern dating can become repetitive and transactional. Amedeo also shares his perspective on loneliness, social life in the US, and how these factors can impact relationships and connection. This conversation offers an honest look at the challenges of dating abroad, cultural differences between Italy and the US, and what it’s really like trying to build meaningful relationships as a foreigner. Say hi to Amedeo: https://www.instagram.com/amedeo_iasci/ 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 understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life. Want to join the mailing list? https://datingbeyondborders.eo.page/newsletter Say hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingbeyondborders Dating Beyond Borders channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/datingbeyondborders

9 Apr 2026 - 1 h 5 min
episode Ep. 101 - The Real Reason Balkans Connect With Asians Better Than Americans ( Ft. Cross-Cultural Coach Tamara Peklić) artwork

Ep. 101 - The Real Reason Balkans Connect With Asians Better Than Americans ( Ft. Cross-Cultural Coach Tamara Peklić)

This week, I’m joined by Tamara, a cross-cultural coach from Croatia, to talk about her experience living in the US and the cultural differences she’s observed along the way. We get into communication styles, small talk, education, and the overall mindset shift that comes with living abroad. We also explore an interesting idea: why Balkan cultures can feel surprisingly similar to Asian cultures in certain ways, from communication to values and where those similarities start to break down. 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 understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life.Want to join the mailing list? https://datingbeyondborders.eo.page/newsletterSay hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingbeyondbordersDating Beyond Borders channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/datingbeyondborders

2 Apr 2026 - 1 h 5 min
episode Do Mexican women prefer dating foreign men? (Mini Pod) artwork

Do Mexican women prefer dating foreign men? (Mini Pod)

I speak with 3 Mexican women about dating foreigners and cultural perceptions in Mexico. Is dating foreign men considered “upgrading”? What does “mejorar la raza” mean, and do “passport bros” really have an easier time dating in Mexico?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 understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life.Want to join the mailing list? https://datingbeyondborders.eo.page/newsletterSay hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingbeyondbordersDating Beyond Borders channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/datingbeyondborders

31 Mar 2026 - 7 min
episode 100th Episode Q&A: Podcasting, Dating & What I've Learned artwork

100th Episode Q&A: Podcasting, Dating & What I've Learned

100 episodes later… I’m finally answering your questions. In this special 100th episode of Dating Beyond Borders, I open up about everything: from dating and relationships to travel, podcasting, and my personal life behind the scenes. You asked about meeting people abroad, cultural differences, and what it’s really like building this podcast. Thank you for being part of this journey! I wouldn’t be here without you. 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 understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life.Want to join the mailing list? https://datingbeyondborders.eo.page/newsletterSay hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingbeyondbordersDating Beyond Borders channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/datingbeyondborders

26 Mar 2026 - 47 min
episode Ep. 99 - Dating Spain vs the UK: Gender Roles, Long Distance and Hard Choices (Ft. Patry Ruiz) artwork

Ep. 99 - Dating Spain vs the UK: Gender Roles, Long Distance and Hard Choices (Ft. Patry Ruiz)

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 love. Say hi to Patry: https://www.instagram.com/_patryruiz_/ 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 understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life. Want to join the mailing list? https://datingbeyondborders.eo.page/newsletter Say hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingbeyondborders Dating Beyond Borders channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/datingbeyondborders

19 Mar 2026 - 1 h 12 min
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