The decline of dating apps, and what could replace them

This interview podcast explores the declining popularity of dating apps in the UK. The hosts discuss the experiences of a fashion writer who conducted a week-long experiment using six different dating apps, highlighting the frustrations and lack of meaningful connections encountered. An expert in communication technologies and interpersonal relationships then analyzes the reasons behind dating app burnout, explaining the algorithms' limitations and the impact on users' expectations and relationship quality. Official figures showing a year-on-year fall in UK dating app users are presented, alongside the impact on dating app companies. The podcast concludes with advice for listeners on how to approach dating apps more effectively or explore alternative methods of meeting partners. For example, the fashion writer ultimately found a partner through chance encounters in real life.