Tinder
Mentioned in 43 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
This major dating app owned by Match Group pioneered the swipe mechanism that revolutionized online dating in 2012 and remains one of the most popular platforms in the space, known for its freemium model with premium subscription tiers. Podcasts discuss Tinder across diverse contexts—from its new AI-based Chemistry feature and user experience degradation, to its cultural impact on dating behaviors and its role in various real-world incidents ranging from relationships to criminal cases. The platform has also been referenced in discussions about alternative uses, including job networking and lifestyle dating, as well as critiques regarding how its business model affects user psychology and broader social implications.
Mentioned On
Episode Mentions
BigDeal · May 13, 2026
Founder: How I Brainwashed Myself to Be a Billionaire at 34 | Ankur Jain
“Ankur worked at Tinder; cited as example of great hook (swipe) that evolved into platform”
U Up? · May 8, 2026
He Won’t Go To Therapy But Says I’m the Problem
“Referenced as dating app where users match and communicate before meeting”
Strictly Anonymous Confessions · May 6, 2026
1449 - Jordan is Cheating on his Wife with Guys?!
“Dating app where Jordan initially explored his attraction to men and later met his current girlfriend”
Business Wars · May 6, 2026
Bumble's Stumble | The Sting | 2
“Competitor dating app where Wolf Heard worked, sued, and whose co-founder Sean Radd's former home she later purchased”
U Up? · May 6, 2026
The “Girl You Don’t Need to Worry About” Problem
“Dating app mentioned as example of low-barrier platform for browsing while doing other activities”
Taylor Lorenz’s Power User · Apr 29, 2026
The New Digital Class War: Rich People Use The Internet Differently w/ Adam Aleksic
“Dating app discussed as lower-class platform after mass adoption, despite elite origins in universities”
U Up? · Apr 29, 2026
Ryan Seacrest’s Dating Red Flags Make No Sense
“Ryan Seacrest claimed to be using Tinder and discussing dating red flags; hosts speculate about potential sponsorship deal”
The Matt Walsh Show · Apr 25, 2026
This Country’s Dating Culture Is Falling Apart FAST
“Mentioned as example of modern swipe-based dating app where listener met their spouse despite the platform's structural disadvantages”
All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio) · Apr 23, 2026
Intelligent Machines 867: The Ketchup Effect
“Implementing World Coin iris scanning for human verification; adding digital badges to profiles”
Click Here · Apr 21, 2026
The price tag of you
“Sued by FTC for charging older users higher prices for premium features based on age demographic”
Get Obsessed : With Living Your Best Life · Apr 15, 2026
Modern Dating, Self-Worth, and Confidence with Dating Expert Kerry Brett
“Kerry Brett joined Tinder in 2014 as an early adopter and built her dating expertise through the platform”
Mojo In The Morning · Apr 13, 2026
Full Show 04-13-2026
“Dating platform where polyamorous users should disclose relationship status; can remove users for non-disclosure”
Mojo In The Morning · Apr 13, 2026
Second Date Update: Polyamorous
“Dating app where Mark and Haley met; discussed as platform where polyamorous status should be disclosed in profiles”
Mick Unplugged · Apr 13, 2026
Master Your Focus with Nir Eyal
“Referenced as app people use when feeling lonely to escape internal emotional triggers”
Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard · Apr 10, 2026
Armchair Anonymous: Bad Dates II
“Dating app used by caller Bailey to meet aerospace engineer; discussed as hookup-oriented platform”
Mojo In The Morning · Apr 8, 2026
Second Date Update
“Compared to Grindr as requiring mutual matching before messaging; mentioned as alternative dating platform”
The a16z Show · Apr 2, 2026
Alex Blania on Proof of Human and Building World's Identity Network
“Dating app already using World's proof-of-human verification in Japan to prevent catfishing and bot accounts”
Brooke and Jeffrey · Apr 1, 2026
FULL SHOW: Overprepared Date, Jeff’s Drunken Regret + Jose Got Phone Tapped? (4/1/26)
“2019 April Fool's prank announcing fake height verification feature that fooled users”
Brooke and Jeffrey · Apr 1, 2026
Shock Collar Question of the Day (4/1/26)
“Announced height verification feature in 2019 April Fool's prank that fooled listeners”
Marketing School - Digital Marketing and Online Marketing Tips · Mar 16, 2026
Anthropic's Growth Team Is Just One Person
“Example client for app store marketing optimization services”
Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade · Mar 2, 2026
State of Boring News, Epstein Files & Hotel Laundry Secrets
“Dating platform referenced when discussing prison connection dating apps”
It's Been a Minute · Mar 2, 2026
The joy of breaking up with dating apps
“Major dating app owned by Match Group; discussed as example of freemium model and user experience degradation”
Extra Dirty with Hallie Batchelder · Feb 26, 2026
I geotagged to capture a man *solo!*
“Sponsor promoting new double date feature for group dating experiences with friends”
The Daily · Feb 22, 2026
Is the Swipe Era Over?
“Dating app that pioneered the swipe mechanism, revolutionizing online dating in 2012”
Mile Higher · Feb 19, 2026
381: From Tinder Match to Deadly Stalker: The Murder of Molly McLaren
“Platform where Joshua Stimson and Molly McLaren matched in July 2016; also where Josh arranged dates to track Molly's location”
Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce · Feb 19, 2026
Kylie on Olympic Proposals, Gold Medal Games & Tiramisu-Off w/ Laila Edwards, Breezy Johnson & Jason | Ep. 55
“Dating platform referenced by Kylie Kelce as how she met her husband Jason”
Panic World · Feb 18, 2026
How being straight became gay
“Dating app with premium subscription tiers that exploit male users' rejection experiences and fuel radicalization narratives”
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 incumbent competitor in the dating app space that Date Draft aims to compete with”
Girls Gotta Eat · Feb 16, 2026
2026 Dating Trends: Chalance, Friendfluence, Voice Notes, and More
“Dating app launching Chemistry, a new AI-based feature for matchmaking”
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford · Feb 13, 2026
Sphygmograph Be Damned: The Science of Love
“Mentioned as most popular dating app in 2026 that is losing users despite market dominance, paralleling McKinley's low success rate”
Hidden Brain · Feb 9, 2026
Coming Clean
“Dating app where Leslie John met her husband Colin; she chose it for its privacy settings”
Rotten Mango · Feb 5, 2026
Part 2: Celebrity "Orgasm" Expert Force SA Victims To Recreate Their Original Assault To 'Heal'
“Platform used by OneTaste managers to recruit men for forced sexual encounters with members”
This Week in Startups · Feb 3, 2026
Where early-stage founders MUST focus to success | E2244
“Competitor to The League, representing quantity over quality approach to dating”
Vanilla Swingers: Swinger Podcast, Unfiltered AF · Feb 3, 2026
Ep 82: F*cking Porn Stars! Our AVN Awards Show Vegas Recap
“Dating app discussed as potential mainstream alternative for finding lifestyle partners; rejected due to biometric verification”
Kim Komando Daily Tech Update · Jan 13, 2026
Worst degrees in the AI age
The Kim Komando Show · Jan 10, 2026
Need a job? Hop on the dating apps
“Dating app being repurposed for job networking; 34% of surveyed users report using it for employment opportunities”
The Bryce Crawford Podcast · Jan 6, 2026
Bryce Crawford Interviews Tucker Carlson (EP 174)
“Identified as a threat to civilization by facilitating casual sexual encounters and undermining traditional marriage structures”
Vanilla Swingers: Swinger Podcast, Unfiltered AF · Dec 30, 2025
Ep 80: Naughty New Year’s Resolutions - Swinger Bingo Edition
“Dating app planned for comparison episode against Grindr to test gender differences in app engagement”
KILL TONY · Nov 25, 2025
#745 - JAMES MCCANN + JEFF DYE
“Dating app used by performer Benny Benoit to meet women in Austin”
KILL TONY · Nov 18, 2025
#744 - RON WHITE
“Dating app referenced in comedian material about catfishing and dating experiences”
Left To Their Own Devices · Nov 14, 2025
The Worst Sex Ed Class Ever
“Dating app referenced as example of transparent app store descriptions, contrasted with deceptive apps like Anti-Land”
Get Obsessed : With Living Your Best Life · Oct 7, 2025
Modern Love: Dating Secrets That Actually Work, Red Flags, and Real Talk from Tinder to True Love – Expert Kerry Brett of 'Shot at Love
“Primary dating app discussed; Kerry joined in 2014 as early adopter and built expertise analyzing 800+ user profiles”
Proven Podcast · Sep 3, 2025
How Peak Performance Drives Business Growth - Oliver Anwar
“Oliver Anwar mentioned as client company where he has coached executives”