


“I had been a part of the problem of creating it, and I knew exactly why it was a problem.” “I wanted to create an experience online that buries the inauthenticity of swiping, scrolling, fake profiles, and endless texting,” Goodman says. Though he’s only 25, Goodman has been building dating apps for six years. You go on real dates, with real people - on video.” “We designed an online dating experience that's inspired by the real world, its live and in the moment. “We believe the best encounters are face-to-face when you can see someone's smile, hear their voice, feel their presence and energy, swiping right will just never replace that magic,” Goodman tells Bustle. It’s like Clubhouse for speed-dating, boasting none of the trite bios, unanswered “Hey” messages, or shirtless fish pics you might find on traditional swipe dating apps.ĭisillusioned by major dating apps, co-founders Chad Goodman and Tyler Greenberg set out to evolve the way online dating works. Teleport, a new video-first dating app launched this summer, offering five minute invite-only “microdates” with people who share common interests, passions, or beliefs. If you’ve ever wished you could guarantee a first date be quick, cheap, and from the comfort of your couch - you’re in luck.
