Last spring, Michael McAllister’s inbox started filling up with messages from heartbroken women. “I thought you were the man,” one wrote. “Embarrassing, but I kinda became obsessed with ‘you,’” another said. Michael discovered that his photos were being used to catfish women on dating apps — from Germany to Brazil to Chicago.
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<p>The holiday season is upon us. It’s a wonderful time, but if we’re being honest, it’s also a little stressful. Whether you’re worried about hosting a big family gathering, talking with cousins who have very different perspectives on politics or awkward questions from prying au ... Show More
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There's a Better Way for Couples to Talk About Money
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Does Online Dating Increase Loneliness? With OkCupid's Michael Kaye
Dating apps are the most popular way to find romance in America. However, many people believe they cause more issues than they resolve. Some experts have opined that apps can exacerbate feelings of loneliness and rejection, for example. Also, a contingent of people have not tried ... Show More
28m 20s
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Romance Scams: SMNTY Gets Catfished
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S2E4: What Fresh Hell Is This?
Dating can feel like a second full-time job. You feel like you have to constantly check the apps, update your profiles, and swipe on new faces, lest you miss out on something. And that’s all before you actually go on any dates. In this episode, Meredith Goldstein looks at the epi ... Show More
26m 44s
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Claudia Schiffer : son improbable histoire d’amour avec David Copperfield
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24m 22s
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Do Men Cheat On Women They Love?
I discovered this week’s guest, best selling international author Christopher K. Lopez on Medium, where he publishes his top-rated articles about relationships. According to Christopher, what does love have to do with cheating?He says successful men like him can have women as eit ... Show More
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