Everyone carries some emotional baggage of positive and negative experiences, adventures and encounters that have shaped them and will continue to do so. A fact that is also relevant in the dating world. This is where this new format comes in. Each candidate’s backpack is placed on the table and a potential relationship practically starts from the back: in couples therapy. After all, couples therapy is not necessarily the last chance for a relationship — it can also help at an earlier stage. Couples therapist Ramona Zenger provides explanations, helps the candidates to start a potential relationship, clarifies things and acts as a bridge builder. She is supported by presenter Gülsha Adilji, who actively accompanies and comments on the events. How can public service media go into the format world of dating shows? We think Deep Dating is the answer. The first season of Deep Dating aired on streaming services and TV in the autumn of 2023, the second season will follow in 2024.