A Hilarious Journey into Online Dating with Turner Grant

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Welcome back to another episode of The HIP Senior Podcast, where we dive into the deep end of life after 50, with a rubber duckie of humor for good measure. Our host, Marianne Bailey, is joined by Turner Grant, author of “To Venus and Back, One Man’s Quest to Rediscover Love.” If that title doesn’t scream ‘romantic escapade’, we don’t know what does. Turner’s here to share his experiences with the wild world of online dating, a topic that Marianne, as a newly single woman, is keen to explore.

Turner’s journey into the realm of online dating was less of a gentle nudge and more of a full-on cannonball dive. After two years of grieving the loss of his wife and focusing on his family, he was ‘encouraged’ (or, more accurately, catapulted) into the digital dating scene by his mother-in-law and a persuasive neighbor. The promise of online dating, with its easy access to potential partners, seemed enticing. However, Turner soon discovered that swiping for love was more like trying to find a needle in a haystack… a haystack full of left swipes.

Marianne and Turner also discussed the various dating apps available, with a particular focus on the ones that offer free services. Marianne, with her dreams of a romantic grocery store encounter thwarted by home delivery, is considering giving online dating a shot. However, she’s quickly learning that while setting up a profile might be easy, finding a genuine connection is a whole different ball game.

The conversation took a turn toward the effectiveness of different dating apps for the 50 and above demographic. Bumble and Match, once the reigning champions, seem to have lost their luster. But fear not, because Tinder, the rebel of the dating app world, might just be the place for those of us with a few more miles on the clock. So, buckle up, because as Turner’s story shows, the road to love might be a wild ride, but it’s one heck of a story to tell!

In the end, Marianne and Turner’s humorous discussion about online dating and apps serves as a reminder that finding love, especially in the digital age, can be an adventure. Whether you’re swiping left so much your thumb cramps, or you’re surprised to find that Tinder might be the place for those 50 and above, the journey to love is always worth it. So, keep swiping, keep laughing, and remember, it’s never too late to find love.

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Marianne Bailey The HIP Senior Founder

Marianne Bailey is the passionate owner and founder of TheHIPSenior.com, a dynamic online platform dedicated to empowering, engaging, and connecting seniors with resources and information to help them live their best lives. As a natural extension of her commitment to supporting the senior community, Marianne is also the energetic host of The HIP Senior Podcast, where she sparks insightful conversations with fascinating guests from various fields, sharing their wisdom and experiences with her listeners.

Marianne's dedication to redefining the senior experience has garnered her a loyal following and made her a respected voice in the senior community. She continues to champion the idea that age is just a number, and that life after retirement can be filled with adventure, new challenges, and endless opportunities for personal growth.