# Is dating dead in 21st-century America?

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Podcast: [Psychology Takeaway Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/psychology-takeaway-podcast-7255442)
Published: 2026-02-20T15:52:57+00:00
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Is dating dead in 21st-century America? With guest Alex Graziano It can certainly feel that way. Swiping has replaced chance encounters, “situationships” have replaced steady courtship, and apps like Tinder, Bumble, and Hinge are now the front door to modern romance. Young adults are marrying later, moving more cautiously, and often sitting in the ambiguity of the “talking stage.” Add in economic pressure, social media comparison, and an endless sense that someone better might be one swipe away, and it’s no wonder many people feel confused about where dating stands today. But beneath the uncertainty, the longing for love and lasting connection hasn’t disappeared. What may be fading is the old script — not the desire for partnership. In this episode, Jim, Ralph, and guest Alex wrestle honestly with these shifts, exploring what’s changed, what hasn’t, and what a healthy connection looks like in a culture of endless choice. Their goal isn’t to lament the past or romanticize the present, but to offer context, clarity, and a little hope for navigating relationships in a complicated age. LEARN MORE The low down on dating apps: https://youtu.be/gvOfCnwpcqo?si=1l8_gC3x5siihki8 The history of dating: https://youtu.be/Ob14PcHtazQ?si=rMQ6G2Z5gqdoayet

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