Welcome, Natasha!

We’re excited to be joined by Natasha Chandel, actress, comedian, dating expert, and host of the Kinda Dating podcast. She is also a producer, creative executive, writer, and the Vice-Chair of the South Asian Writers Committee, which is part of the WGA.

Kinda Dating explores the topic of commitment and commitment phobia, so for this episode, we have a conversation exploring how commitment and fear of commitment can show up in both non-monogamous and monogamous relationships.

Some of the topics we cover include:

• Are people who choose non-monogamy or open relationships just scared of commitment?   

• How does the concept of commitment differ between monogamous and non-monogamous relationships? Can you share some examples of how commitment is expressed in non-monogamous partnerships?

• How does a fear of commitment look different in monogamous dating vs. non-monogamous dating?

• Let's discuss the "relationship escalator" concept. How do you think traditional expectations around it have shaped modern dating culture, and what other options can people consider for building satisfying relationships outside of that mold?

• When it comes to modern dating, how can someone effectively communicate their relationship preferences, like wanting to explore non-monogamy or alternative relationship structures, while avoiding misunderstandings and making sure they're on the same page with potential partners?

Make sure to check out Natasha’s podcast, Kinda Dating, wherever you get your podcasts!