Why the Internet is Ruining Dating for Gen Z (Mother-Daughter Chat)

Dating in the Internet Age: Gen Z Fears, Gen X Advice & New MusicWelcome back to the XYZ segment of the Wonder and the Weeds podcast! I am so glad you are here for another conversation with my daughter and co-host.Today, we are having a very honest, cross-generational conversation about the realities of modern dating. My daughter shares her perspective on how growing up with unrestricted internet access has given her generation a lot of anxiety and fear around relationships.I bring my Gen X experience to the table, offering advice on how to tune out the online panic and trust your own physical instincts. We discuss how to tell the difference between feeling truly unsafe versus just feeling annoyed, and why the internet's black-and-white view of men does not always apply to real life.We also take a moment to celebrate the good guys. Our "Wonder of the Week" is all about my husband and his incredibly supportive, enthusiastic personality.Finally, we share our complete review of Noah Kahan's amazing new album, The Great Divide. From the themes of growth and forgiveness to the beautiful songwriting, we could not be more obsessed with it.What to expect in this episode:How the internet impacts dating anxiety.Advice on setting boundaries and trusting your gut.A spotlight on my husband.A review of Noah Kahan's incredible new music.Resources mentioned in this episode:Read my daughter's latest piece, "Hometown Heroes," on her Substack: Bad Speller.Listen to Noah Kahan's new album: The Great Divide.If you enjoyed this conversation, please like, comment, and subscribe for more! Let us know in the comments: how do you balance online advice with trusting your own instincts?Follow me on Substack: https://critzking.substack.com/