012 | Brenda Van: From Online To Offline, Relationship Hacks That Work

Why Dating Apps Suck | Brenda Van on Real-Life Connections, Speed Dating & Modern Love

Welcome to Point Zero One – Hosted by Allen Fu This podcast is all about real stories, real strategies, and real success. No fluff—just raw conversations with the best in business, mindset, and life.

In this episode, we sit down with Brenda Van, founder of Dating Apps Suck, to unpack why so many people are burned out from dating apps—and what we can do instead. From hosting in-person dating events to observing changing trends in love, Brenda shares a fresh, no-BS perspective on how to make real connections in a tech-saturated world.

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ Why Brenda started Dating Apps Suck after years of frustration ✅ The psychology behind speed dating and in-person attraction ✅ Dating trends across different age groups (especially 40+) ✅ Red flags to watch for at events—and in yourself ✅ How to communicate better, date smarter, and heal faster ✅ The rise of niche dating events—from gamers to entrepreneurs ✅ What’s changing in the dating scene in Sydney vs Melbourne

Whether you’re single, dating, or just curious about how love works in the modern age, this conversation is packed with honest insight, practical tips, and fun stories from the frontlines of romance.

🔔 Don’t miss this episode if you’re ready to ditch the swipe culture and find something real. 🔔

 

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