Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Why have men officially stopped approaching women in 2026? In this episode of Chew The Fat With Smoove Podcast, we dive deep into the "Death of the Traditional Approach." From the rise of the Me Too movement and the fear of being labeled a "creep," to the efficiency of dating apps and the breakdown of modern femininity, Smoove breaks down why "the juice is no longer worth the squeeze" for most men.
We react to viral clips of women complaining about being stared at but not approached, while exploring the male perspective on rejection, social distancing effects, and why high-value men are opting out of the traditional dating game entirely. Is chivalry dead, or did modern dating culture kill it?
In this video, we discuss:
The impact of feminism and social media on dating dynamics.
Why men are choosing dating apps over "cold approaching."
The 80/20 rule and how hypergamy is changing the "approach."
How to reclaim your confidence and handle rejection like a pro.
Subscribe to Chew The Fat With Smoove Podcast for more deep dives into modern relationships, dating market resets, and male self-improvement.
Timestamps
00:00 - Why Men No Longer Pursue Women 00:14 - Reaction: "Stop Telling Me To Meet Someone In The Wild" 00:48 - How Women Made Approaching Uncomfortable 01:41 - Is The Juice Worth The Squeeze? 02:59 - Analyzing The Nervous Male Perspective 04:44 - Why You Should "Press" Regardless Of Rejection 05:53 - How To Start A Casual Conversation 06:24 - The DJ Perspective: Does Looking "Expensive" Hurt You? 07:51 - Men Are Becoming More Frugal With Their Energy 09:35 - Has Masculinity Diminished On Earth? 11:04 - The Impact Of Social Distancing On Social Skills 12:22 - Why Dating Apps Are Taking Over (Efficiency vs. Effort) 14:06 - "We Don't Care About Your Doctoral Degree" 18:31 - Did The Me Too Movement Kill The Approach? 19:25 - The 80/20 Rule: Why 80% Of Women Only Want 20% Of Men 22:05 - Final Thoughts: Why Men Are Checking Out
Why have men officially stopped approaching women in 2026? In this episode of Chew The Fat With Smoove Podcast, we dive deep into the "Death of the Traditional Approach." From the rise of the Me Too movement and the fear of being labeled a "creep," to the efficiency of dating apps and the breakdown of modern femininity, Smoove breaks down why "the juice is no longer worth the squeeze" for most men.
We react to viral clips of women complaining about being stared at but not approached, while exploring the male perspective on rejection, social distancing effects, and why high-value men are opting out of the traditional dating game entirely. Is chivalry dead, or did modern dating culture kill it?
In this video, we discuss:
The impact of feminism and social media on dating dynamics.
Why men are choosing dating apps over "cold approaching."
The 80/20 rule and how hypergamy is changing the "approach."
How to reclaim your confidence and handle rejection like a pro.
Subscribe to Chew The Fat With Smoove Podcast for more deep dives into modern relationships, dating market resets, and male self-improvement.
Timestamps
00:00 - Why Men No Longer Pursue Women 00:14 - Reaction: "Stop Telling Me To Meet Someone In The Wild" 00:48 - How Women Made Approaching Uncomfortable 01:41 - Is The Juice Worth The Squeeze? 02:59 - Analyzing The Nervous Male Perspective 04:44 - Why You Should "Press" Regardless Of Rejection 05:53 - How To Start A Casual Conversation 06:24 - The DJ Perspective: Does Looking "Expensive" Hurt You? 07:51 - Men Are Becoming More Frugal With Their Energy 09:35 - Has Masculinity Diminished On Earth? 11:04 - The Impact Of Social Distancing On Social Skills 12:22 - Why Dating Apps Are Taking Over (Efficiency vs. Effort) 14:06 - "We Don't Care About Your Doctoral Degree" 18:31 - Did The Me Too Movement Kill The Approach? 19:25 - The 80/20 Rule: Why 80% Of Women Only Want 20% Of Men 22:05 - Final Thoughts: Why Men Are Checking Out
