{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67c5d757b48a8f157c1f9076/6ac4c7b97c84f5d4ddad24b1?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Swipe Right or Run a Mile? The Good, Bad and Ugly of Dating Apps - 06/10/2026","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/67c5d757b48a8f157c1f9076/1791274074382-554872ac-d02d-4040-a504-53b3b8f3d0ad.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Dating apps have transformed the way people meet, making it easier than ever to connect with potential partners from the comfort of your phone.</p><p><br></p><p>For many, they can be a great way to meet someone they might never have crossed paths with otherwise, and there are plenty of success stories. But there can also be a less glamorous side — from ghosting and catfishing to scams, unrealistic expectations and the challenges of trying to build a genuine connection online.</p><p><br></p><p>With so many different apps and dating trends out there, it can be difficult to know what works, what to watch out for, and whether swiping is really the best way to find love.</p><p><br></p><p>So, what are the good, the bad and the ugly sides of dating apps, and how can people navigate the world of online dating safely?</p><p><br></p><p>We were joined on The Agenda this morning by matchmaker Sharon Kenny to talk us through all things dating apps.</p>","author_name":"lmfm "}