EP 14: Why Men Aren't Approaching You IRL: Truth Behind Why Dating Apps Are Ruining Your Love Life

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We're Dating the Same Guy

Madden Zappa

30 episodes

5 days ago

We're Dating the Same Guy uncovers the dating patterns we all repeat—whether we realize it or not—and, more importantly, how to break them. From attachment styles and intimacy to feminine and masculine energy, red flags, self-sabotage, and rebuilding your relationship with yourself, we dive deep into what’s really driving your love life. With expert guests and real-life dating stories, these raw, eye-opening conversations will help you stop dating on autopilot. If we don’t change our patterns, we’re just dating the same guy… over and over again. It’s time to date differently.

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EP 14: Why Men Aren't Approaching You IRL: Truth Behind Why Dating Apps Are Ruining Your Love Life

We're Dating the Same Guy

58 minutes 1 second

4 months ago

EP 14: Why Men Aren't Approaching You IRL: Truth Behind Why Dating Apps Are Ruining Your Love Life

Dating coach Joe Stroud pulls back the curtain on the male experience in modern dating. From why men seem emotionally checked out to the real dynamics shaping attraction, this conversation explores what happens when both men and women drop the performance and connect from truth. If you've ever wondered why dating feels so disconnected, this episode reveals the patterns keeping us all stuck.

EPISODE TIMELINE:

00:00-05:00 - Introduction: Why This Episode Might Ruffle Feathers
05:00-12:00 - Meet Joe Stroud: From Dating Apps to Real-Life Connection
12:00-18:00 - The #1 Pattern: Why Men Are Terrified of Approaching Women
18:00-25:00 - Living at Your Edge: Why Most Men Aren't Interesting
25:00-32:00 - The Flirting Formula: Masculine Energy Meets Playful Connection
32:00-38:00 - Dating Without Masks: The Power of Authentic Self-Expression
38:00-45:00 - Chasing vs. Pursuing: Reading the Signs and Body Language
45:00-52:00 - The Dating Marketplace: Timelines, Standards, and Reality Checks
52:00-58:00 - Adventure More: Joe's Final Advice for Dating Differently

IN THIS EPISODE WE EXPLORE:

Why technology and biology make men terrified to approach women in real life
The difference between chasing (needy) and pursuing (grounded) in dating
How living at your edge creates the stories and confidence that attract connection
The body language signals that say "approach me" without saying a word
Why the dating marketplace rewards different qualities at different life stages
The controversial truth about timelines, standards, and the 80-20 principle in dating
How to build community and create warm connections beyond apps and bars

"All we want is to maintain our peace, some level of peace, and to be respected. That's it. That's the whole list. That's the entire list right there." - Joe Stroud

CONNECT WITH JOE:

Joe Stroud is a dating coach who helps men develop grounded masculine presence and connect authentically with women. He specializes in getting guys off dating apps and back into real-life social connection.

Joe's Instagram: @_thejoeshow_

STAY CONNECTED WITH MADDEN:

Madden's Instagram: @maddenzappa