This podcast episode delves into the recent article published in USA Today, titled "Dating Trends Reaching New Lows This Year," which introduces novel terms such as "throning," "shreking," and "bankseeing." We engage in a thorough examination of these concepts, beginning with "throning," defined as the act of dating someone primarily to elevate one's social status. This notion, although newly coined, echoes historical practices where social mobility was often a driving force in romantic unions. Furthermore, we scrutinize the implications of "shreking," the problematic trend of dating individuals one is not attracted to, with the misguided belief that such partners will treat them better. Lastly, we explore the concept of "banksying," which involves emotionally withdrawing from a partner without prior communication, thereby maximizing distress upon eventual separation. Throughout our discourse, we emphasize the significance of mutual respect and emotional honesty in contemporary relationships, advocating for a more thoughtful approach to dating and partnerships.
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