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Mentioned in 25 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A dating app owned by Match Group marketed as "designed to be deleted," it has become a frequent topic across podcasts for its mixed user experiences and features. Podcasters discuss it as a platform where users have met romantic partners, though it faces criticism for poor matching outcomes and conversation quality. The app has also been noted for implementing AI features and has been mentioned in contexts ranging from casual dating discussions to cautionary tales about romance scams.
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Episode Mentions
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 10, 2026
Well Meaning Softheads
“Dating app cited for research on digital body language; Logan Urie is director of relationship science”
Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard · Apr 10, 2026
Armchair Anonymous: Bad Dates II
“Dating app where Bailey met her current husband; positioned as relationship-focused alternative”
Mark Narrations - Reddit Stories · Apr 8, 2026
I Repeated My CHILDHOOD MISTAKE Right Before My Wedding | r/Relationships Reddit Stories
“Dating app where the cheating boyfriend's profile photo was sourced from, mentioned in Reddit story”
Mojo In The Morning · Apr 8, 2026
Second Date Update
“Mentioned alongside Tinder as match-based dating app alternative to Grindr for meeting potential partners”
Call Her Daddy · Apr 8, 2026
Nikki Glaser: Foreplay, Fetishes, & Face Lifts
“Dating app mentioned for voice message feature that allows users to hear potential matches' voices before meeting”
Marcus In The Morning Second Date Update · Apr 1, 2026
Everything Was Perfect Until Holden Sent Sabine This Text…
“Dating app platform where Holden and Sabine met before their date”
Financial Audit · Apr 1, 2026
This Has Never Happened Before | Financial Audit
“Guest downloaded dating app out of curiosity while visiting Austin, indicating relationship avoidance patterns”
On Purpose with Jay Shetty · Mar 30, 2026
Logan Ury: #1 Dating Mistake That Leads to the Wrong Relationship (Use THIS Compatibility Test Before You Get Attached)
“Dating app where Logan Ury serves as Director of Relationship Science; primary source of dating behavior data and research”
Mojo In The Morning · Mar 11, 2026
Second Date Update: His Crazy Ex
“Dating app where Sarah and David met before their first date that led to the ex-girlfriend interference”
It's Been a Minute · Mar 2, 2026
The joy of breaking up with dating apps
“Match Group-owned app marketed as 'designed to be deleted'; criticized for Rose Jail paywall strategy”
KILL TONY · Feb 24, 2026
#757 - JEREMY (ADAM RAY) + MATT RIFE
“Dating app mentioned by Anthony Fink as platform where he met his long-distance girlfriend”
Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast · Feb 23, 2026
I’ll Allow It, Boobs (Silversun Pickups, Will Hines, Isabella Escalante)
“Dating app platform used by Terry Porch for hundreds of first dates; discussed messaging strategy and profile optimization”

The Daily · Feb 22, 2026
Is the Swipe Era Over?
“Dating app frequently criticized by users for poor matching and conversation outcomes”
In Your Dreams with Owen Thiele · Feb 20, 2026
I’m having sex dreams with Eli
“Dating app where Eli connected with someone she later met at a party, discussed as part of her dating life”
Founder's Story · Feb 17, 2026
The Dating App Rewriting the Rules of Love | Ep 309 with Sergio Giles Founder of Date Draft
“Mentioned as a major competitor in the dating app market alongside Tinder and Bumble”
Girls Gotta Eat · Feb 16, 2026
2026 Dating Trends: Chalance, Friendfluence, Voice Notes, and More
“Dating app implementing AI features and voice prompts; data scientist Logan Urie cited for dating trend research”
The Jordan Harbinger Show · Feb 13, 2026
1284: Husband Hid His DUI — Is It Time to Say Goodbye? | Feedback Friday
“Dating app mentioned as example of online dating experience in Los Angeles context”
U Up? · Feb 11, 2026
When Body Image Becomes a Dating Issue ft. Sami Sage - Co Founder of Betches
“Dating app mentioned multiple times as source where listeners met their dates”
Stavvy's World · Feb 9, 2026
#167 - Marie Faustin and Alex English
“Dating app where caller met boyfriend who crashed car on first date”
Diabolical Lies · Feb 8, 2026
Usha Vance, Rama Duwaji, & the Tragedy of Heterosexuality
“Dating app where Rama Duwaji met her husband Zoran Mamdani”
What the Hack? · Jan 27, 2026
Episode 236: The Con: Part Two, Asian Scam Compounds
“Dating app used as initial contact vector for romance scams that escalate into crypto investment fraud”
anything goes with emma chamberlain · Dec 25, 2025
being offline is cool now?
“Mentioned as dating app perceived as more successful and 'cool' among younger users”
Smosh Reads Reddit Stories · Nov 8, 2025
A Word To The Wise | Reading Reddit Stories
“Dating app where protagonist met ex-girlfriend; old profile used in harassment campaign on Facebook group”
Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! · Oct 25, 2025
WWDTM: Ally the Piper
“Dating app conducted survey of 10,000 people finding most can socialize for maximum three hours before needing to leave”
The Jamie Kern Lima Show · Aug 12, 2025
Teddi Mellencamp (Pt 3) How to Keep Your Faith Bigger Than Your Fear + What’s Really Real on Your Fav Reality TV Shows! The Inside Scoop She’s Never Shared Before!
“Dating app Teddi uses for dating, which she prefers over Raya for its less celebrity-focused approach”