Tinder Translator

An A-Z of Modern Misogyny

By: Aileen Barratt

Narrated by: Aileen Barratt

Tinder Translator is a dictionary of douchebaggery for the modern dater—and a hilariously sharp book for all feminists—from Aileen Barratt of @TinderTranslators. It will make you laugh, sigh, think, and leave you feeling empowered and resilient.

Ten years after the introduction of Tinder, dating apps have changed the terrain of human interaction, but many feel like they've been sent into the wilderness without a guide. For those dating cis-het men especially, the blatant misogyny encountered during every swipe session is depressing and enraging in equal measure. And then there is the not-so-blatant stuff. Scrolling through profile after profile, you'll see the same stock phrases: Good vibes only. Must have banter. Just ask. But what do they actually mean?

Tinder Translator takes you through an A to Z of terminology that permeates not just the dating world but the wider world. Through her Instagram account, Aileen has heard from thousands of people on their dating experiences, in addition to her own years spent on dating apps. This book is part reference, part rant and part rallying cry for anyone navigating the sometimes gross and exhausting experience of dating, but also just for everyone who is sick of the patriarchy, whatever their relationship status.

©2022 Aileen Barratt (P)2023 W. F. Howes Ltd

Ladies - Do Your Homework!

This is a lighthearted book on some very heavy and serious topics that after thinking about for any length of time can just leave me feeling more depressed and confused. Worded so precisely and playfully at the same time! This book cured me of my dating app anxiety by confirming what I suspected about these guys with all the same bios that don’t really say much at all but signal everything I need to know. Thanks so much for writing and recording, and the recommendations at the end are helpful too! I’ll be sharing this with my friend group and looking forward to smugly shutting down men again lol

Funny and feminist

Empowering, feminist, and not least of all funny AF. I recommended it to all my girlfriends. Would def listen again.

Straight men and women - AVOID this

Luckily, the author reveals her understanding of gender plurality LGBTQ+ a few minutes into the introduction. Maybe this explains a lot of the problems she's faging and the hatred she feels and it bleeds through in her voice? (This book is voiced by author)