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The Hot New Place for Singles
Newsletter writers are playing cupid with their like-minded readers.
TL;DR
- Hyperlocal newsletters are becoming a new avenue for singles to meet, offering a more curated and intimate dating experience.
- This approach, termed 'hyperlocal dating,' contrasts with the perceived alienation of AI-driven dating apps and the artificiality of traditional mixers.
- Newsletters like 'The Eastside Rag' and Miranda July's 'Beguiled' feature personals, attracting readers with shared interests and worldviews.
- The curated nature of these personals, often selected by a trusted newsletter personality, mimics introductions by mutual friends.
- The success of these personals is leading to in-person singles events, fostering real-world connections.