ICYMI The Best Dating App Profile? A Sh*tpost
Feb 14, 2026
Sonia Weiser, a journalist who covers tech and online dating, tried making her dating profile weird on purpose. She talks about how AI-made, formulaic bios flatten conversation. She explores shitposting tactics, why specific odd details spark replies, and how social media DMs and authenticity are reshaping how people meet.
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Specifics Reveal Personality
- Dating profiles that list interests (like shows or travel) reveal little about personality or identity.
- Sonia Weiser says quirky, specific details communicate character more clearly than generic lists.
Offer Weird, Commentable Details
- Give people concrete, weird details they can comment on to spark real conversations.
- Sonia found that silly specifics (e.g., Brooklyn Costco survival, pillow rules) produce better replies.
Voice Prompts Turned Into Performances
- TikTok voice-prompt shitposts often sound like people screaming their authentic frustrations.
- Examples include rants, mispronounced-name skits, and dramatic car-crash bits that go viral.
