How AI-assisted dating could change love lives – All Caught Up podcast

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How AI-assisted dating could change love lives – All Caught Up podcast

Ben Tresno-Turner

Anoushka Israni

and

Michelle Zeng

08 Jul 2026Technology

Dating apps are using AI to improve matches, but is this technology the answer to better relationships?

Finding love is hard. And despite their many promises, dating apps are not making it easier, particularly for Gen Z.

Now some dating apps are using AI to test compatibility and improve matches, but is this technology going to make a difference?

This week, Ben and Anoushka speak to Rachel Harker, the founder of Tribal, a psychology-based dating app that uses an algorithm to help improve connections. And they speak to some university students about the pros and cons of using AI-enhanced dating apps.

A blond woman wearing a t-shirt saying Tribal Rachel Harker, the founder of TribalSupplied

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Ben Tresno-Turner

Ben is studying a double degree in Commerce (Marketing major) and Media (PR and Advertising major)

Anoushka Israni

Anoushka is studying a Bachelor of Media at UNSW majoring in journalism. She is specifically interested in broadcast journalism with a passion for travel, fashion and lifestyle stories!

and

Michelle Zeng

Michelle is studying a double degree in Music and Media (Screen and Sound Production). She enjoys composing music, practising violin repertoire, and painting artworks.