In this episode of the Econ 102 podcast, host Katherine Dee, a relationship and dating expert, delves into the complexities of modern dating culture. The conversation highlights how dating markets are fragmented by factors like geography, class, and professional networks. They discuss the effects of social media and the COVID lockdowns on social interaction and intimacy, as well as how feminism and masculinity are evolving in the digital space. The episode also covers the so-called "sex recession," the role of technology in cultural stagnation, and the growing polarization of gender and political discussions online.