Dating Is Garbage

Ep. 00: Introducing Dating Is Garbage

IVM staffers talk modern dating and the woes and wows that come with it. Each week, we sit down with some very cool guests to have an unfiltered conversation about our dating habits, awkward experiences and heartbreaks. Tune in to hear us attempting therapy on each other. Slide into our DMs on Instagram: datingisgarbage You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

Ep. 01: Rejecting & Being Rejected

48 min 53 sec

On the first episode, we have comedian Urooj Ashfaq in the studio to discuss rejection. We talk to her about: Being rejected on dating apps v/s being rejected in real life Approaching people at bars The best way to communicate to someone that a date didnt go well Do men handle rejection differently Does rejection get harder as you get older ...and a whole lot more We also give advice to people going through rejection. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcast App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios

Ep. 02: The "Kinda Dating" Phase

43 min 2 sec

On episode two of Dating is Garbage were joined by our friend and overall fun human being Sukanya Sharma to discuss the kinda dating phase. We talk about: Whats the best time to DTR Define the Relationship Is commitment phobia a generational thing How casual is a casual relationship Icecream metaphors And we wrap it up with a game of Truth or Burp. You can follow Sukanya on instagram letsdiscohhttps://www.instagram.com/letsdiscoh/ You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcast App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios

Ep. 03: Pick-Up Lines & Late Bloomers

43 min 37 sec

On episode 3 of Dating is Garbage were joined in the studio by the very funny Pavitra Shetty and Siddharth Dudeja. In the first half we discuss our experiences with pickup lines. We ponder whether there can ever be a good pickup line which works, read out some very cheesy ones and try to make a couple on the spot. In the second half we discuss late bloomers who started dating in their early to mid twenties or even later. Does it change dating etiquette Do you look for different things Do you want to murder teen couples Answers to all this and more on a really fun episode. Follow Siddharth Dudeja on twitter sidudeja Pavitra Shetty on pavieshetty The Dating is Garbage theme song is sung and composed by Abhinav Singh abhinavsingh27 If you like the show do spread the word, and also reach out to us on our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/datingisgarbage/ You can also reach out to us at IVM podcasts, were ivmpodcasts on twitter, instagram and facebook. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcast App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios

Ep. 04: Dating Red Flags

54 min 40 sec

On this weeks episode hosts Jaanam, Surbhi and Abbas are joined by writer, podcast producer decibel destroyer Sharanya Subramanian. The 4 of us list down and discuss our dating red flags. What are the signs to look out for, do different people have different red flags How much do the surroundings, place and state of mind play a role in identifying the red flags We attempt to answer all this and more in a very indepth and fun filled conversation. Follow Sharanya on instagram on sharutakespictures The Dating is Garbage theme song is sung and composed by Abhinav Singh abhinavsingh27 If you like the show do spread the word, and also reach out to us on our instagram page: datingisgarbage You can also reach out to us at IVM podcasts, were ivmpodcasts on twitter, instagram and facebook. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcast App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios

Ep. 05: Dating Zones

54 min 12 sec

On the fifth episode of Dating is Garbage, hosts Abbas, Jaanam and Surbhi are in conversation with the comedian Saurav Mehta about the types of dating zones. With a list of hilarious zones, we discuss how dates can be categorized as acquaintance zone, avoid zone, work zone, linkedin zone, bored zone, food zone and the list goes on with some secrets spilled here and there. In the second half, the conversation moves on to being friends friend zoned with your exes zone and how comfortable will we be with our partners being friends with their exes Can we be friends after a breakup or is it a pretentious game we force ourselves to play A discussion on zones never zones out Follow Saurav Mehta on instagram sauravmehta90 The Dating is Garbage theme song is sung and composed by Abhinav Singh abhinavsingh27 If you like the show do spread the word, and also reach out to us on our instagram page: datingisgarbage You can also reach out to us at IVM podcasts, were ivmpodcasts on twitter, instagram and facebook. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcast App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios

Ep. 06: Unspoken Dating Rules

43 min 50 sec

On this episode of Dating Is garbage, our hosts Jaanam and Surbhi are on a spree with the guest who is well known as a spoken word enthusiast Aranya Johar. They discuss three date rule where you go on at least three dates before deciding to get intimate. What kind of questions do you ask on first date What would be the turn off in that first date Their experiences of meeting narcissist dates, wearefeministmen dates, slutshaming dates spill all over the conversation as Aranya points out the cues that lay open the misogyny and chauvinism. In the second half, they discuss how and when can one introduce a date to ones friends. This is a fun ride with three women telling you what are their unspoken rules before hitting it off Follow Aranya Johar on instagram aranyajohar. The Dating is Garbage theme song is sung and composed by Abhinav Singh abhinavsingh27 If you like the show do spread the word, and also reach out to us on our instagram page: datingisgarbage You can also reach out to us at IVM podcasts, were ivmpodcasts on twitter, instagram and facebook. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcast App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios

Ep. 07: The New Terminology of Dating

56 min 47 sec

On this episode of Dating Is Garbage, our hosts Jaanam and Surbhi have a conversation on dating and garbage with the comedian Prashasti Singh. Situationship, Benching, Casual dating, Bread Crumbing, Ghosting the new dating terminology is discussed with ample examples to support the traits. How casual is casual How dating applications have affected our behaviour The shift from shaadi.com to tinder and swipe culture comes with its pros and cons, enlisted during the conversation. In the second half, Abbas and Prashasti throw their perspectives on what role does age play in dating and how does it affect their family members Follow Prashasti Singh on instagram prashastisingh. The Dating is Garbage theme song is sung and composed by Abhinav Singh abhinavsingh27 If you like the show do spread the word, and also reach out to us on our instagram page: datingisgarbage You can also reach out to us at IVM podcasts, were ivmpodcasts on twitter, instagram and facebook. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcast App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios

Ep. 08: Dating Green Flags

43 min 59 sec

On this episode of Dating Is Garbage, our hosts Surbhi, Jaanam and Abbas are in conversation with the first couple invited to the show: Navin Noronha and Abhishek Tundel. They share how they met and what are the green flags in their relationship. Music, love for animals, sense of humour, good conversations, compatible sex, being punny and many more green flags are waved through the conversation where dating doesnt look like a garbage for the first time Follow Navin Noronha on instagram houseofnoronha Follow Abhishek Tundel on instagram abhisucco The Dating is Garbage theme song is sung and composed by Abhinav Singh abhinavsingh27 If you like the show do spread the word, and also reach out to us on our instagram page: datingisgarbage You can also reach out to us at IVM podcasts, were ivmpodcasts on twitter, instagram and facebook. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcast App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios

Ep. 09: I Do. Or Do I?

48 min

On this episode, our hosts Jaanam, Abbas and Madhuri are in conversation with a cofounder and cohost of Books On Toast Anuya Jakatdar about the greenest flag called marriage. They look deep into the patriarchal institution of marriage, its conventional images and stereotypical beliefs. From body image to Mills and Boons romance, beauty saving the beast to kanyadaan, this episode is all about breaking the stereotypes. With new observations and what sounds like wisdom, the I do turns into Do I give into all this If not, what are the other beliefs I want to reinforce Follow Anuya Jakatdar on instagram anuyeah The Dating is Garbage theme song is sung and composed by Abhinav Singh abhinavsingh27 If you like the show do spread the word, and also reach out to us on our instagram page: datingisgarbage You can also reach out to us at IVM podcasts, were ivmpodcasts on twitter, instagram and facebook. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcast App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios

Ep. 10: Living in a Live-in

49 min 53 sec

On this episode, our hosts Jaanam, Abbas and Surbhi are in conversation with the Standup Comedian and Writer Kaavya Bector about the most controversial topic in India: LIVEIN. What does it mean to take this leap of faith and start living together How is it different than being married to someone What are the anxieties that surround the uncertainty of a relationship What are the responsibilities that partners share when they start living together How can one create ones own space while also sharing it with someone This episode is all about our hosts trying to understand what is it like to be on the other side as Kaavya shares her journey of livingin so far. Follow Kaavya Bector on instagram kaavyabector The Dating is Garbage theme song is sung and composed by Abhinav Singh abhinavsingh27 If you like the show do spread the word, and also reach out to us on our instagram page: datingisgarbage You can also reach out to us at IVM podcasts, were ivmpodcasts on twitter, instagram and facebook. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcast App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios

Ep. 11: The "Manly" Episode

33 min 37 sec

On this episode, Jaanam asks questions about dating to three IVM dudes Karthik, Abbas and Darus, to know the male perspective. What are they attracted to when they swipe right Is it only the looks or the other persons bio Or is it some other traits altogether that decide their next move What are the cringeworthy bios they have come across Have they had their best friend date their crush What is their first message to a woman after swiping right Tune into this open and honest chat right away, where it isnt all manly after all The Dating is Garbage theme song is sung and composed by Abhinav Singh abhinavsingh27 If you like the show do spread the word, and also reach out to us on our instagram page: datingisgarbage You can also reach out to us at IVM podcasts, were ivmpodcasts on twitter, instagram and facebook. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcast App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios

Ep. 12: Relationships and Mental Health

47 min 48 sec

On this episode, our hosts Jaanam Dewan and Abbas Momin talk about the role of mental health in a relationship with Zain Calcuttawala and Avanti Malhotra, the hosts of another show on IVM Podcasts called Marbles Lost and Found. In this intense conversation, they cover various aspects of a relationship like compromising, cheating and being monogamous or polyamorous. Are these concepts a result of conditioning or could the definition differ from person to person What is the difference between physical cheating and emotional cheating How can one get rid of male chauvinist behavior Tune into the episode to understand the complexities involved in a relationship. Follow Zain Calcuttawala on Instagram bullibainbridge Tune into the first season of Marbles Lost and Found on ivmpodcasts app. https://ivmpodcasts.com/marbleslostandfound The Dating is Garbage theme song is sung and composed by Abhinav Singh abhinavsingh27 If you like the show do spread the word, and also reach out to us on our Instagram page: datingisgarbage You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

Ep. 13: It's Not You, It's Us.

45 min 31 sec

On the final episode of this season, our hosts Jaanam, Abbas and Surbhi go down memory lane of how it all began. How did the show age and what influence did it have on them individually They discuss their favourite moments from each episode and reiterate all the lessons they learnt on the way along with the funny conversations. Listen to their banter one last time. The Dating is Garbage theme song is sung and composed by Abhinav Singh abhinavsingh27. If you like the show do spread the word, and also reach out to us on our Instagram page: datingisgarbage You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

Dating Is Garbage

Ep. 00: Introducing Dating Is Garbage

Ep. 01: Rejecting & Being Rejected

Ep. 02: The "Kinda Dating" Phase

Ep. 03: Pick-Up Lines & Late Bloomers

Ep. 04: Dating Red Flags

Ep. 05: Dating Zones

Ep. 06: Unspoken Dating Rules

Ep. 07: The New Terminology of Dating

Ep. 08: Dating Green Flags

Ep. 09: I Do. Or Do I?

Ep. 10: Living in a Live-in

Ep. 11: The "Manly" Episode

Ep. 12: Relationships and Mental Health

Ep. 13: It's Not You, It's Us.

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