Two gay expats in Amsterdam. One is hunting for a husband; the other is managing a husband in open relationship. A podcast about dating men, navigating the Netherlands, and the eternal struggle between American hope and Russian judgment. We judge dates so you don't have to. Connect with us through affairs@trickadvisor.net
S1E8 - Tinder Tourists, Curious Straight Guys & Dead Ends
In Episode 8 of Foreign Affairs, Stephen and Alex unpack the aftermath of recent dates and dissect the strange psychology of modern romance.
13 Sept 2026
Going Dutch: What It’s Really Like Dating the Locals
In this episode of Foreign Affairs, Stephen and Alex move past the expat bubble to dissect the quirks, perks, and pitfalls of dating Dutch men in Amsterdam. What happens when American optimism and deep Russian soul collide head-on with Dutch directness and ruthless pragmatism?
1 Aug 2026
World Pride Grab Bag: Late Bloomers, White Lies & Unexpected Dates
It’s World Pride in Amsterdam, and Stephen and Alex are checking in with a special, candid Pride grab-bag episode!
In this episode we dive into the electric energy surrounding World Pride, 25 years of marriage equality in the Netherlands, and our own past Pride experiences. We open up about the unpredictable side of gay dating - from encountering late-bloomers and unusually "scientific" dates to navigating open relationships, secrets, and white lies.
8 Jun 2026
The Modern Gay Buffet: Chemsex, Orgies, and "Chill"
Welcome to the modern gay market, where "looking to chill" rarely means watching Netflix. In this episode of Foreign Affairs we talk about the normalization of group sex, the "buffet mentality" driven by digital FOMO and tackle the deeper question: are extreme hookup trends and chemsex filling an intimacy void, or are we just two grumpy men completely out of touch with the new norm? Tune in for a hilarious reality check on why a traditional, sober one-on-one date feels like the ultimate rebellion.
11 May 2026
Red flags and red lines
What makes you swipe left or walk out in the middle of a date? In this episode, Stephen and Alex break down their ultimate "No-Gos" - from the superficial to the deal-breakingly political.
Why it always comes in a "bundle" and why everyone is still someone's ideal in the end.
18 Apr 2026
The Age Episode: Age Gaps, Grindr Lies, and the "Daddy" Taboo
In this episode of Foreign Affairs, Stephen and Alex tackle the ultimate gay taboo: getting older. How does this affect us and our dating life.
Horrifying milestone of being called "Daddy" for the first time, creepy story about a roleplay date in a spider-themed apartment, Grindr age-fakers and breaking down the gay aging pipeline (from Twink to Daddy and beyond). Tune in as we discuss age gaps, the "Sugar Daddy" expectation, and whether getting older actually brings wisdom—or just back pain!
21 Mar 2026
Open relationship: open or over?
Are open relationships just a polite way of saying you’re bored, or is it the ultimate evolution of trust? In this episode of Foreign Affairs, Stephen and Alex dive deep into the world of non-monogamy within the gay community.
Whether you're strictly monogamous or living in a throuple, join us for a candid, witty, and slightly psychedelic conversation about love, honesty, and the "Puritanical underpinnings" of modern dating.
31 Jan 2026
Pilot: The American, The Russian & The Monologue
Welcome to Episode Zero! We introduce ourselves (and our baggage). Stephen explains why you should "ask as many questions as you answer" on a date, Alex breaks down the difference between American "fakeness" and Dutch bluntness, and we share horror stories of our dates.
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