Love in the Age of Algorithm

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Four young South Asian Australians join SBS Spice to share the highs, lows, and swipes of online dating. From left to right: Karan Mehta, Anika Bhatia, Nayonika Bhattacharya, and Bhanuraj Kashyap

Love is not in the air anymore; it’s on the apps. In this episode, we dive into the modern quest for connection through online dating. Hear from those who’ve found love, others who’ve been burned and sworn off swiping, and some who wrestle with stereotypes yet persist. How long should you wait to respond? What warrants an unmatch? Who deserves a second chance? The rules shift every day. So, with plenty of fish in the sea, why are Australians struggling to swim?


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