Hosted by Tongalag Liu (aka Tea), The Dating Chit is a story-driven podcast that slows dating down—cutting through the chaos of swipes and mixed signals. Each episode dives deep into the emotional realities of dating today, featuring emotionally available singles and happy couples who share honest stories, unique archetypes, and meaningful relationship insights. Expect real talk, emotional fluency, and a new kind of clarity—so you can date with knowledge and confidence.

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Dating gets easier when you stop pretending you’re not afraid and start telling the truth. We sit down with Randy, the magnetic frontman of a long-running Neil Diamond tribute band, to unpack what dating looks like for a self-aware, grounded man who’s not “on the hunt” yet remains genuinely open to connection. He’s divorced, fulfilled, and very clear on his boundaries—and that clarity becomes a compass for anyone navigating midlife love.

Randy shares why he prefers women near his age, how shared culture and music deepen attraction, and the real reasons some men seek younger partners, from late fatherhood to legacy. He opens up about contentment after divorce, living alone without loneliness, and how a stable routine can actually make space for surprise. We talk about the tension between love bombing and playing it too cool, why delayed texting is often fear in disguise, and what real interest looks like: responsive messages, low-drama pacing, and planning the next date with intention.

We also dive into values as a filter—kindness to service staff, a positive outlook, and the humility to go slow. Love languages come off the page and into real life as we explore quality time, gentle physical touch, and acts of service that feel human, not performative. If you’ve wondered whether emotionally available men still exist, or how to decode midlife dating without cynicism, Randy’s perspective offers both reassurance and a practical playbook.

Listen for a thoughtful, honest conversation about autonomy, attraction, and building connection that lasts longer than chemistry. If this resonated, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs some dating clarity, and leave a quick review to help more people find us.

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What if the “cold Russian” stereotype is really just a different way of measuring trust? We sit down with Michael, a Russian-born, Israel-raised, Silicon Valley CEO and devoted dad, to unpack how culture, character, and presence shape modern dating. He brings the calm of healthy co-parenting, the thoughtfulness of real chivalry, and the focus of dating one person at a time—no performative games, no juggling six chats for weeks.

The conversation starts with divorce done right: transparent communication, shared priorities, and seeing the family like a solar system where the child remains the center. Then we move into cultural nuance: in Russia, strangers start at neutral. Smiles mean something. Gestures like paying for early dates or opening doors come from respect, not control—and Michael adapts to each woman’s comfort, choosing autonomy over rigid roles. When he reenters the dating scene, he strips away the noise of apps: quick coffee in her favorite spot, safety forward, text theater minimized.

And then there’s the story you’ll replay in your head: a third-date airport pickup with a limo costume, flowers, and a sign—bold, sweet, and fully intentional. The chemistry was instant, the romance real, and then the cracks appeared: sudden mood swings, trust inconsistencies, hot-cold communication. Michael pressed pause and distilled the lesson with precision: observe longer, define expectations, and don’t let the early rush cancel your logic. His deal breakers are clear—dishonesty, evasive communication, infidelity—while his green flag is beautifully simple: presence. Show up on time, phone down, eyes engaged.

If you care about dating with clarity, emotional maturity, and cultural intelligence, this conversation will give you practical frameworks and a renewed sense of hope. Subscribe for more grounded stories, share it with a friend who needs a reframe, and leave a quick review to help more curious daters find us.

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Dating doesn’t have to feel like a numbers game or a performance review. Tea sits down with Carter, a grounded Gen Z with “golden retriever energy,” to unpack why connection is harder to find online, how speed dating actually feels from the inside, and what turns a first date into a second. His take is refreshingly grounded: show up in person, stay curious, build confidence through self-awareness, and let effort speak louder than ego.

We dig into the gap between how men and women experience dating in their 20s. Carter shares what women tell him they want—more questions, better listening, fewer disappearing acts—and why some men struggle with strong, empowered partners. Instead of chasing control or playing it cool, he suggests a different script: do the inner work, value partnership over performance, and treat communication as the core of attraction. A simple reframe powers everything: ask what and how, not why. “What about that upset you?” invites context. “How did that make you feel?” opens trust. Add real listening, and you’ve got the foundation for a relationship that grows.

We also talk love languages and the outsized impact of acts of service. Whether it’s planning a date, opening a door, or bringing a thoughtful surprise, small gestures create emotional safety and momentum. At the same time, boundaries matter—kindness should be offered, not mandated. Carter’s hard-won insight is a balm for daters on the edge of burnout: if the other person doesn’t want to make it work, it won’t. Believe them, let go with grace, and make space for a better fit. If you’re ready to move from isolation to connection, this conversation offers practical tools and a mindset shift you can use right away.

📚 Links to books:

“The Four Agreements” https://amzn.to/4sDFR4w

“How To Die” https://amzn.to/4px3Mzy

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