Dating Black - Season 1

Introducing the women of the Dating Black series! We establish the ladies' relationship status and learn what one word each would use to describe the black dating scene in the UK.

Introducing the men Dating Black! "Optimistic", "cash loss" and "chaotic" are some of the words used to describe the dating scene. Do men get into relationships out of love or convenience?

As the ladies take a trip down memory lane to tell us how delusional they've been in relationships, Rita details a Valetine's Day that didn't go quite as planned - not even close.

The boys let their guards down and share what makes their loves and partners special. Samuel bravely shares his traumatic past and how therapy helped him address his issues.

The ladies discuss what it's like to date as successful Black women and the types of challenges they've had to face. Is there a pressure to settle down as we get older?

Hendo tells us his wildest dating story and the men discuss their thoughts on receiving and sending long messages or voice notes. The men then discuss sex, its importance or lack thereof.

In the ladies' final episode, they share their icks, their thoughts on dating apps and whether they have a "forever love".

The men share their experiences of dating women outside of the UK and what it is about their women they love.