HELLOOOO & welcome back to another episode of MOMENT OF SILENCE 💋💌Still soaking in that Diwali glow? Same — but this week, we’re mixing festive feels with some serious dating app talk. From Bumble parties and love chemistry (literally 🧪) to Gen Z–Millennial dating wars, we’re covering it all.We unpack loneliness, icebreakers, green flags, and why “de-centering men” might actually be the new self-care. Expect chaos, science facts, unsolicited exes, and hot takes on second chances (spoiler: the audience had THOUGHTS 👀).By the end, you’ll question everything — from your dating app bio to whether your ex even deserves that text back.So grab your matcha, plug in, and let’s talk love, loneliness, and the art of finding your person (with Bumble, obviously). 🥂✨(00:00) – Welcome back! Still high on Diwali sweets or the breakup blues?
(00:30) – This episode is sponsored by Bumble 💛
(02:29) – Loneliness: the villain origin story of every situationship 😭
(03:18) – The science behind catching feelings (literally chemical!)
(03:57) – Bumble x Vogue Party — glitter, gossip & good decisions 💅
(05:44) – How to actually find love on a dating app (without losing it)
(08:00) – Icebreakers that actually work — no “hey” allowed 🚫
(11:01) – Don’t make THIS dating app mistake (we’ve all done it)
(14:12) – Indian parents vs dating apps: the never-ending debate
(15:42) – The ultimate checklist: choosing the right partner 🫶
(16:45) – De-centering men — the rebrand we needed 💋
(17:45) – Puppy love but make it dramatic (and delulu)
(19:00) – One Bumble tip that might just change your dating game 👀
(20:19) – Hell yeah, another scientific fact because… we’re nerds
(22:46) – Women’s sixth sense: setting boundaries like a pro
(25:00) – Why everyone’s pretending on dating apps (and how not to)
(26:11) – Dating in your 20s vs 30s — survival mode vs standards ✨
(29:11) – Men vs women when talking about partners: chaos unfolds
(30:53) – Millennials vs Gen Z in love — same heartbreak, new filters
(34:03) – Relationship timelines & the pressure to perform 💍
(38:27) – Another science drop (because feelings are facts)
(40:42) – Bumble Advice Expert enters the chat 💛
(41:35) – Do exes ever deserve a second chance? (brutal honesty ahead)
(47:30) – Viewers weigh in: redemption or delusion? 👀
(55:14) – Spoiler alert: we’re ending on something Materialist 💅Follow MoS on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/momentofsil...Credits:Naina Bhan - Co-host and certified overthinkerhttps://www.instagram.com/nainabee?ig...Sakshi Shivdasani - Co-host, balancing out Naina’s overthinking with a healthy dose of not thinkinghttps://www.instagram.com/sakshishivd...Produced by Handmade - Our personal cheering squad https://www.instagram.com/thehandmade...Creative direction by Tinkre, Keeper of MoS' signature “Pookie” energy Natascha Mehra / tinkre.in / natascha.zip Reels edited by Riyan Dalvi - Our meme maestro and unofficial expert on the male psyche / desiryangaming Researched by our very own curiosity engineer - Aashna Sharma / aashna-sharma-913146179Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are for entertaining purposes only and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts, the production team, or affiliated brand. We don't claim to be experts- just two people with Wi-fi and feelings. While we encourage open dialogue, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information shared. Listener discretion is advised — especially if you're allergic to strong opinions.