Say Goodbye to Apps!

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The most popular exclusive dating apps include Raya and The League. For this episode, Ashley and Kaitlyn want to know why people spend time applying to these services, and why these apps were created. To find out, Ashley talks to her internet pal Lina about her experiences on Raya. Subscribe your friends and family, too! Ashley Carman: Okay. Ashley Carman: Of course. Kaitlyn Tiffany: I especially want to know where the name came from.