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Heated Rivalry Reveals the Reality of Avoidant DatingJun 2, 2026 · 28 minWhat can a steamy hockey romance teach us about attachment styles, situationships, and emotional vulnerability? This week, Matchmaker Maria is joined by her sister and fellow matchmaker, Chrisoula Mavrianos, to break down the hit series Heated Rivalry through the lens of dating psychology. They unpack why Shane and Ilya's 7 year push-pull dynamic feels so familiar, explore fearful avoidant vs. dismissive avoidant attachment styles, and compare the show's emotional tension to Normal People, Bridgerton, and classic Jane Austen romances. Plus, they dive into the art of yearning, why women LOVE slow-burn love stories, and reveal which character they'd actually choose for a healthy relationship. ♥️JOIN MARIA'S COMMUNITY + SUBMIT A QUESTION ❓ Ready to date with intention? 💌 Join Maria's Roundtable community or submit your own dating question: 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/askaquestion Use promo code ROUNDTABLE50 for $50 off ✈️ TRAVEL WITH AGAPE ESCAPES Make new friends. Travel the world. ☀️ Check out upcoming trips: https://agapeescapes.com/ Use code ESCAPES150 for $150 off early bird pricing. 📚 ORDER MARIA'S BOOK + FOLLOW ALONG ✨ Order Maria's book 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/book 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast ⭐ Leave a 5-star review if you're feeling lovable and likable 🌐 CONNECT WITH MARIA Everything: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria Agape Match IG: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch Agape Match: https://agapematch.com/ 🎙️ CREDITS Producer: Venetia Geras https://www.venetiageras.com/ Studio: WTF Media Studios https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home
Doing Chores Literally Saved My Marriage ft. Jordan CarlosMay 26, 2026 · 23 minComedian and author Jordan Carlos joins Matchmaker Maria to talk about the surprisingly sexy secret to saving a relationship: doing the chores without being asked! From "invisible labor" and executive function to a grabbing some milk, they get into why a clean kitchen can actually improve your sex life! This episode gets hilariously real about marriage, gender roles, and modern dating. Jordan opens up about hitting a rough patch 10 years into marriage, realizing he'd become a bit of a man child, and how learning to truly co-parent changed everything at home. Maria agrees saying women notice the missing top sheet immediately, and the small habits actually make someone more attractive. If you've ever wondered whether buying extra coffee creamer counts as romance… this episode says YES! Support the sponsors, support the show! Ask A Matchmaker fans get 20% off Bleume liquid plant food with code MATCHMAKER at http://GrowBleume.com
Why Ambitious Women Get Rejected More ft Stefanie O'ConnellMay 19, 2026 · 31 minCan ambition ruin a relationship? Matchmaker Maria sits down with author and journalist Stefanie O'Connell to unpack why ambitious women are still being labeled "too much" in dating, work, and marriage. They discuss the research behind men pulling away when women out-earn them, why women still do more household labor even when they make more money, and how "provider mentality" can sometimes really mean control. Maria also shares what she's seeing in modern dating, from men wanting "ambitious women" until they actually meet one, to the rise of trad wife content and 27-year-olds panicking over finding a husband. Plus, they answer a listener question from a NYC finance executive whose boyfriend admitted he was intimidated by her career success. Check out Stefanie's new book! 👉The Ambition Penalty: How Corporate Culture Tells Women to Step Up — and Then Pushes Them Down Support the sponsors, support the show! Ask A Matchmaker fans get 20% off Bleume liquid plant food with code MATCHMAKER at http://GrowBleume.com Get 25% off Cowboy Colostrum with code MATCHMAKER at http://cowboycolostrum.com/matchmaker ♥️JOIN MARIA'S COMMUNITY + SUBMIT A QUESTION ❓ Ready to date with intention? 💌 Join Maria's Roundtable community or submit your own dating question: 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/askaquestion Use promo code ROUNDTABLE50 for $50 off ✈️ TRAVEL WITH AGAPE ESCAPES Make new friends. Travel the world. ☀️ Check out upcoming trips: https://agapeescapes.com/ Use code ESCAPES150 for $150 off early bird pricing. 📚 ORDER MARIA'S BOOK + FOLLOW ALONG ✨ Order Maria's book 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/book 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast ⭐ Leave a 5-star review if you're feeling lovable and likable 🌐 CONNECT WITH MARIA Everything: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria Agape Match IG: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch Agape Match: https://agapematch.com/ 🎙️ CREDITS Producer: Venetia Geras https://www.venetiageras.com/ Studio: WTF Media Studios https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home
Wired to Connect: The Science of Love, Lust & Fidelity with Kinsey Institute Director Dr. Justin GarciaMay 12, 2026 · 41 minMaria Avgitidis sits down with Justin Garcia, PhD of the Kinsey Institute to break down the science behind modern dating, ghosting, dating apps, attraction, AI in dating, hookup culture and relationships. Maria and Justin get into why over 70% of singles have fallen for someone they usually wouldn't think they'd be attracted to and why Gen Z says they value authenticity yet nearly 50% of them are using AI in their dating lives. They discuss whether first-date chemistry is overrated, why ghosting may actually may come from fear of rejection and conflict, and the difference between social monogamy and sexual monogamy. Plus, Justin shares the Kinsey Institute's research on emojis, sexting, hookup culture, pair bonding, and why "the grass is greener where you water it" may be the most important dating advice singles need right now! 📚Check out Justin's new book, The Intimate Animal, today! Support the sponsors, support the show! Ask A Matchmaker fans get 20% off Bleume liquid plant food with code MATCHMAKER at http://GrowBleume.com Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com and use promo code MATCHMAKER at checkout for $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. ♥️JOIN MARIA'S COMMUNITY + SUBMIT A QUESTION ❓ Ready to date with intention? 💌 Join Maria's Roundtable community or submit your own dating question: 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/askaquestion Use promo code ROUNDTABLE50 for $50 off ✈️ TRAVEL WITH AGAPE ESCAPES Make new friends. Travel the world. ☀️ Check out upcoming trips: https://agapeescapes.com/ Use code ESCAPES150 for $150 off early bird pricing. 📚 ORDER MARIA'S BOOK + FOLLOW ALONG ✨ Order Maria's book 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/book 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast ⭐ Leave a 5-star review if you're feeling lovable and likable 🌐 CONNECT WITH MARIA Everything: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria Agape Match IG: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch Agape Match: https://agapematch.com/ 🎙️ CREDITS Producer: Venetia Geras https://www.venetiageras.com/ Studio: WTF Media Studios https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home
How to AVOID Situationships Early in DatingMay 5, 2026 · 15 minMatchmaker Maria is back with a hotline episode tackling the dating questions everyone is actually thinking about. She breaks down why shows like Heated Rivalry, Bridgerton, and Grey's Anatomy have women hooked, and why vulnerability in men is the real turn-on. Then, a 37-year-old man asks how to follow the 12 Date Rule without killing the chemistry, and Maria explains how to show attraction without rushing into sex or creating a situationship. She also answers a listener wondering if their urge to flirt means they're non-monogamous or just not choosing the right partner. From emotional connection to the reality of long-term love, this episode gets honest about what dating really takes. Connect with quality therapists & mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/matchmaker #rulapod #ad ♥️JOIN MARIA'S COMMUNITY + SUBMIT A QUESTION ❓ Ready to date with intention? 💌 Join Maria's Roundtable community or submit your own dating question: 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/askaquestion Use promo code ROUNDTABLE50 for $50 off ✈️ TRAVEL WITH AGAPE ESCAPES Make new friends. Travel the world. ☀️ Check out upcoming trips: https://agapeescapes.com/ Use code ESCAPES150 for $150 off early bird pricing. 📚 ORDER MARIA'S BOOK + FOLLOW ALONG ✨ Order Maria's book 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/book 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast ⭐ Leave a 5-star review if you're feeling lovable and likable 🌐 CONNECT WITH MARIA Everything: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria Agape Match IG: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch Agape Match: https://agapematch.com/ 🎙️ CREDITS Producer: Venetia Geras https://www.venetiageras.com/ Studio: WTF Media Studios https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home
Why Gen Z Is Having Less Sex? ft Dr. Carli BlauApr 28, 2026 · 41 minGen Z is having less sex! And THIS episode breaks down exactly why! Matchmaker Maria sits down with sex therapist Dr. Carli Blau to talk about the "sex recession," including stats like 1 in 3 men under 30 not having sex and people waiting longer for their first experience. They get into how dating apps, fear of rejection, and growing up online are making real-life connection harder, plus why hyper-sexual messages like "do you like butt play?" are replacing normal conversation! Dr. Carli explains why many cases of painful sex are driven by anxiety and fear, not just physical issues. Plus, real advice on how to build your social muscle, meet people in real life, and stop over-filtering your dating pool. Ask A Matchmaker fans can buy one prescription pair and get 20% off additional pairs at http://WarbyParker.com/MATCHMAKER Use our link to support the show! #WarbyParker #ad ♥️JOIN MARIA'S COMMUNITY + SUBMIT A QUESTION ❓ Ready to date with intention? 💌 Join Maria's Roundtable community or submit your own dating question: 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/askaquestion Use promo code ROUNDTABLE50 for $50 off ✈️ TRAVEL WITH AGAPE ESCAPES Make new friends. Travel the world. ☀️ Check out upcoming trips: https://agapeescapes.com/ Use code ESCAPES150 for $150 off early bird pricing. 📚 ORDER MARIA'S BOOK + FOLLOW ALONG ✨ Order Maria's book 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/book 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast ⭐ Leave a 5-star review if you're feeling lovable and likable 🌐 CONNECT WITH MARIA Everything: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria Agape Match IG: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch Agape Match: https://agapematch.com/ 🎙️ CREDITS Producer: Venetia Geras https://www.venetiageras.com/ Studio: WTF Media Studios https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home
Your Frictionless Life Is Ruining Your Dating Life! ft Rachel WilliamsApr 21, 2026 · 28 minDating burnout, dating app fatigue, and lack of motivation to go out are becoming the MAIN problems in modern dating, and Matchmaker Maria breaks down exactly why! We're joined this week by comedian Rachel Williams for a Hotline episode that tackles how a "frictionless" lifestyle filled with apps, delivery, and convenience is making dating feel harder than ever. A 32-year-old caller shares her struggle with feeling hopeless after quitting dating apps, and Maria explains why simply going out is a win and how weekly routines like classes or events can rebuild momentum. They also dig into family dynamics and red flags, including how to tell if your mom is right about your boyfriend or projecting her own issues. Plus, a real talk on exclusivity without labels and whether "right person, wrong time" actually exists. Sometimes they do! Connect with quality therapists & mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/matchmaker #rulapod #ad ♥️JOIN MARIA'S COMMUNITY + SUBMIT A QUESTION ❓ Ready to date with intention? 💌 Join Maria's Roundtable community or submit your own dating question: 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/askaquestion Use promo code ROUNDTABLE50 for $50 off ✈️ TRAVEL WITH AGAPE ESCAPES Make new friends. Travel the world. ☀️ Check out upcoming trips: https://agapeescapes.com/ Use code ESCAPES150 for $150 off early bird pricing. 📚 ORDER MARIA'S BOOK + FOLLOW ALONG ✨ Order Maria's book 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/book 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast ⭐ Leave a 5-star review if you're feeling lovable and likable 🌐 CONNECT WITH MARIA Everything: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria Agape Match IG: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch Agape Match: https://agapematch.com/ 🎙️ CREDITS Producer: Venetia Geras https://www.venetiageras.com/ Studio: WTF Media Studios https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home
Can Better Friendships Improve Your Dating Life? ft Shari LeidApr 14, 2026 · 32 minWhat if friendship is the real key to finding love? This week, Maria sits down with author and connection coach Shari Leid, who shares the unbelievable story of being found as a baby in a cardboard box and how that shaped her mission to fight loneliness and seek connection. After a recent divorce and cross-country move, Shari reveals how traveling to all 50 states to share meals with strangers led to her "Flip the Box" philosophy: turning isolation into connection. They break down her 3 connection power tools , plus real-life icebreakers that actually work at events! Then, they tackle a listener question from a 33-year-old in Chicago feeling left behind by married friends and give practical advice on building a new social circle from scratch! Check out her book Table for 51: Lessons Learned from Sharing Meals Across America by Shari Leid today! support the show, support the sponsors! 👉 Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com and use promo code MATCHMAKER at checkout for $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. ♥️JOIN MARIA'S COMMUNITY + SUBMIT A QUESTION ❓ Ready to date with intention? 💌 Join Maria's Roundtable community or submit your own dating question: 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/askaquestion Use promo code ROUNDTABLE50 for $50 off ✈️ TRAVEL WITH AGAPE ESCAPES Make new friends. Travel the world. ☀️ Check out upcoming trips: https://agapeescapes.com/ Use code ESCAPES150 for $150 off early bird pricing. 📚 ORDER MARIA'S BOOK + FOLLOW ALONG ✨ Order Maria's book 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/book 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast ⭐ Leave a 5-star review if you're feeling lovable and likable 🌐 CONNECT WITH MARIA Everything: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria Agape Match IG: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch Agape Match: https://agapematch.com/ 🎙️ CREDITS Producer: Venetia Geras https://www.venetiageras.com/ Studio: WTF Media Studios https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home
Can This Age Gap Survive Long Term? She's 39, He's 24!Apr 7, 2026 · 15 minIt's a Hotline episode 👏 This week, Matchmaker Maria is joined by CEO of Agape Escapes, Amalia Kalogridakis, for a rapid-fire dating advice episode! They cover: money, friendship, and age gap relationships! They discuss whether $100,000 in credit card debt is a dating dealbreaker, how to rebuild your social life when your boyfriend is your only friend, and if a 39-year-old woman dating a 24-year-old man is headed for heartbreak or just harmless fun. Plus, they also invite listeners to their Greece retreat and cruise this August, make some new friends with Amalia, Maria, and Chrisoula! ♥️JOIN MARIA'S COMMUNITY + SUBMIT A QUESTION ❓ Ready to date with intention? 💌 Join Maria's Roundtable community or submit your own dating question: 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/askaquestion Use promo code ROUNDTABLE50 for $50 off ✈️ TRAVEL WITH AGAPE ESCAPES Make new friends. Travel the world. ☀️ Check out upcoming trips: https://agapeescapes.com/ Use code ESCAPES150 for $150 off early bird pricing. 📚 ORDER MARIA'S BOOK + FOLLOW ALONG ✨ Order Maria's book 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/book 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast ⭐ Leave a 5-star review if you're feeling lovable and likable 🌐 CONNECT WITH MARIA Everything: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria Agape Match IG: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch Agape Match: https://agapematch.com/ 🎙️ CREDITS Producer: Venetia Geras https://www.venetiageras.com/ Studio: WTF Media Studios https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home
I Miscarried Quadruplets and the Hospital Bill Was Insane! ft Elena NicolaouMar 31, 2026 · 33 minMatchmaker Maria is joined by TODAY.com senior editor Elena Nicolaou for a powerful conversation on miscarriage, partner support, and the reality of navigating women's healthcare. Elena shares the emotional story of finding out she was pregnant with quadruplets, miscarring, and then having to face a $41,000 medical bill after surgery! They also get into what grief looks like inside a marriage, how to know if your partner can handle real life stress, and why dating should be about more than just chemistry. Plus, they respond to a listener struggling after miscarriage when her husband seems ready to move on too fast. ♥️JOIN MARIA'S COMMUNITY + SUBMIT A QUESTION ❓ Ready to date with intention? 💌 Join Maria's Roundtable community or submit your own dating question: 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/askaquestion Use promo code ROUNDTABLE50 for $50 off ✈️ TRAVEL WITH AGAPE ESCAPES Make new friends. Travel the world. ☀️ Check out upcoming trips: https://agapeescapes.com/ Use code ESCAPES150 for $150 off early bird pricing. 📚 ORDER MARIA'S BOOK + FOLLOW ALONG ✨ Order Maria's book 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/book 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast ⭐ Leave a 5-star review if you're feeling lovable and likable 🌐 CONNECT WITH MARIA Everything: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria Agape Match IG: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch Agape Match: https://agapematch.com/ 🎙️ CREDITS Producer: Venetia Geras https://www.venetiageras.com/ Studio: WTF Media Studios https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home
Are You in Love or Just Addicted to the Chase? ft Amanda McCrackenMar 24, 2026 · 32 minLimerence, obsessive dating thoughts, and why you can't stop checking your phone? Matchmaker Maria sits down with journalist and author Amanda McCracken, whose writing on relationships has been published in the New York Times, Guardian, and Vogue, to break down the psychology of intense romantic infatuation. Amanda shares how she dated over 100 men, struggled with "anchormen" from her past, and realized she was addicted to longing, not love. They unpack dopamine hits from texting, why intermittent responses keep you hooked, and how purity culture and hookup culture can wire you for obsession. Plus, what to do when your mood depends on a text back, why "butterflies" can be anxiety, and the exact mindset shift that helps you stop chasing unavailable people. If you've ever reread texts, stalked Instagram, or felt addicted to someone after 4 dates, this episode is your wake-up call. Be sure to pick up a copy of When Longing Becomes Your Lover today! ♥️JOIN MARIA'S COMMUNITY + SUBMIT A QUESTION ❓ Ready to date with intention? 💌 Join Maria's Roundtable community or submit your own dating question: 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/askaquestion Use promo code ROUNDTABLE50 for $50 off ✈️ TRAVEL WITH AGAPE ESCAPES Make new friends. Travel the world. ☀️ Check out upcoming trips: https://agapeescapes.com/ Use code ESCAPES150 for $150 off early bird pricing. 📚 ORDER MARIA'S BOOK + FOLLOW ALONG ✨ Order Maria's book 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/book 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast ⭐ Leave a 5-star review if you're feeling lovable and likable 🌐 CONNECT WITH MARIA Everything: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria Agape Match IG: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch Agape Match: https://agapematch.com/ 🎙️ CREDITS Producer: Venetia Geras https://www.venetiageras.com/ Studio: WTF Media Studios https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home
How Do I Work With an Ex Who Cheated on Me? ft Chloe RadcliffeMar 17, 2026 · 33 minComedian Chloe Radcliffe joins Matchmaker Maria for a dating advice hotline episode about modern dating, relationships, dating apps, and finding a serious partner. They help a listener figure out how to work with an ex-boyfriend who betrayed her but still wants the breakup kept secret at their workplace. Another caller asks how to balance casual dating and having fun at 29 while still wanting to find a husband before her aging parents pass away. Maria and Chloe also talk about how to improve a Hinge profile to attract men who want marriage and family, and why you may need to swipe on the "6s and 7s" instead of only the "10s." Chloe also shares the unique "processing time" parenting method her mom used growing up to help her face emotions directly, and how having a visible birthmark shaped her experience with confidence and dating! Check out Chloe on the road 👉https://www.chloeradcliffe.com/ ♥️JOIN MARIA'S COMMUNITY + SUBMIT A QUESTION ❓ Ready to date with intention? 💌 Join Maria's Roundtable community or submit your own dating question: 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/askaquestion Use promo code ROUNDTABLE50 for $50 off ✈️ TRAVEL WITH AGAPE ESCAPES Make new friends. Travel the world. ☀️ Check out upcoming trips: https://agapeescapes.com/ Use code ESCAPES150 for $150 off early bird pricing. 📚 ORDER MARIA'S BOOK + FOLLOW ALONG ✨ Order Maria's book 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/book 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast ⭐ Leave a 5-star review if you're feeling lovable and likable 🌐 CONNECT WITH MARIA Everything: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria Agape Match IG: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch Agape Match: https://agapematch.com/ 🎙️ CREDITS Producer: Venetia Geras https://www.venetiageras.com/ Studio: WTF Media Studios https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home
What JFK Jr. & Carolyn Bessette's Proposal Taught Us And MORE Dating NewsMar 10, 2026 · 33 minJFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette's relationship, the viral "Alpine Divorce" dating trend, religious values in modern matchmaking, and the viral Hinge baker experiment are all part of today's dating conversation. In this solo episode, Matchmaker Maria reacts to the TikTok trend where partners abandon each other on hikes and explains why selfish behavior in relationships is often a pattern. She also breaks down American Love Story and the relationship lesson behind Carolyn Bessette not immediately saying yes to John F. Kennedy Jr.'s proposal. Plus, Maria shares surprising trends she's seeing in her matchmaking office, including singles converting to Roman Catholicism and the rise of AI matchmaking. And finally, she weighs in on the viral woman giving men sourdough bread from Hinge as a low-pressure way to meet and vibe check potential dates! ♥️JOIN MARIA'S COMMUNITY + SUBMIT A QUESTION ❓ Ready to date with intention? 💌 Join Maria's Roundtable community or submit your own dating question: 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/askaquestion Use promo code ROUNDTABLE50 for $50 off ✈️ TRAVEL WITH AGAPE ESCAPES Make new friends. Travel the world. ☀️ Check out upcoming trips: https://agapeescapes.com/ Use code ESCAPES150 for $150 off early bird pricing. 📚 ORDER MARIA'S BOOK + FOLLOW ALONG ✨ Order Maria's book 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/book 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast ⭐ Leave a 5-star review if you're feeling lovable and likable 🌐 CONNECT WITH MARIA Everything: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria Agape Match IG: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch Agape Match: https://agapematch.com/ 🎙️ CREDITS Producer: Venetia Geras https://www.venetiageras.com/ Studio: WTF Media Studios https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home
How Jeffrey Epstein Impacted Modern Dating ft Ileana JustineMar 3, 2026 · 46 minDid millennial women grow up inside a system designed by powerful men? In this episode, Maria is joined by journalist Ileana Justine to unpack how mall culture, Victoria's Secret, JUICY sweatpants, low-rise jeans, and dress code "fingertip rules" shaped millennial body image, and how the Jeffrey Epstein era exposed who held the power behind those brands. They break down the male gaze vs. the female gaze, trad wife influencers, the "provider" debate in modern dating, GLP-1 skinny culture, and how shows like Grey's Anatomy changed women's dating standards. Plus, a listener asks how to date confidently after major surgery, weight changes, and visible scars. This is a deep dive into cultural conditioning, patriarchy, body image, and how it all affects who we choose to love. ♥️JOIN MARIA'S COMMUNITY + SUBMIT A QUESTION ❓ Ready to date with intention? 💌 Join Maria's Roundtable community or submit your own dating question: 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/askaquestion Use promo code ROUNDTABLE50 for $50 off. ✈️ TRAVEL WITH AGAPE ESCAPES Make new friends. Travel the world. ☀️ Check out upcoming trips: https://agapeescapes.com/ Use code ESCAPES150 for $150 off early bird pricing. 📚 ORDER MARIA'S BOOK + FOLLOW ALONG ✨ Order Maria's book 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/book 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast ⭐ Leave a 5-star review if you're feeling lovable and likable 🌐 CONNECT WITH MARIA Everything: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria Agape Match IG: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch Agape Match: https://agapematch.com/ 🎙️ CREDITS Producer: Venetia Geras https://www.venetiageras.com/ Studio: WTF Media Studios https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home
How to Have Hard Conversations Early in Dating ft. Colette FehrFeb 24, 2026 · 32 minHard conversations in relationships, attachment styles, anxious vs avoidant dynamics, and emotional disconnection are at the center of this week's Ask A Matchmaker. Matchmaker Maria sits down with therapist and author Colette Fehr to explain why couples fight about small things like Duolingo, texting back, or Valentine's Day flowers when the real issue is feeling unheard or unimportant. They break down how to stop people pleasing, how to say "that hurt me" clearly, and why serious conversations should never happen over text. Colette shares tools from her book The Cost of Quiet, including her emotional Mad Libs method for speaking up without pushing your partner away. They also tackle anxious and avoidant attachment patterns and whether separate bedrooms, like Keke Palmer suggested, can actually work in a healthy relationship. ♥️JOIN MARIA'S COMMUNITY + SUBMIT A QUESTION ❓ Ready to date with intention? 💌 Join Maria's Roundtable community or submit your own dating question: 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/askaquestion Use promo code ROUNDTABLE50 for $50 off. ✈️ TRAVEL WITH AGAPE ESCAPES Make new friends. Travel the world. ☀️ Check out upcoming trips: https://agapeescapes.com/ Use code ESCAPES150 for $150 off early bird pricing. 📚 ORDER MARIA'S BOOK + FOLLOW ALONG ✨ Order Maria's book 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/book 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast ⭐ Leave a 5-star review if you're feeling lovable and likable 🌐 CONNECT WITH MARIA Everything: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria Agape Match IG: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch Agape Match: https://agapematch.com/ 🎙️ CREDITS Producer: Venetia Geras https://www.venetiageras.com/ Studio: WTF Media Studios https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home
Immigrant Parents vs Your Relationship ft Dr. Rosette ElghossainFeb 17, 2026 · 41 minDating across cultures, first-generation identity, and family pressure in relationships take center stage on this episode with Matchmaker Maria and licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Rosette Elghossain to unpack how immigrant upbringing, enmeshment, and early family dynamics shape adult dating choices. They dive into navigating parental expectations, setting emotional boundaries, dating outside your culture, and what to do when your family doesn't approve of your partner. You'll also hear practical advice on values-based dating, dealing with guilt, and how to advocate for your relationship without abandoning your roots. A must-listen for anyone balancing love, identity, and modern dating! Dr. Rosette Elghossain is a licensed clinical psychologist and first-generation Lebanese-American. In her private practice, she focuses on relational and trauma work to help people navigate cross-cultural dating challenges, family pressures, relationship patterns, and the journey to a fulfilling life on their own terms. Check her out👇 • @drrosette on Instagram • https://www.drrosette.com for info about therapy • Listeners can use discount code MARIA100 to download this personal values guide for free! ☀️ https://agapeescapes.com/ use ESCAPES150 for an early bird discount! ☀️ ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out Maria's Websites and Socials! 🙌 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying!
Can AI Replace Matchmakers?Feb 10, 2026 · 18 minDating apps, AI matchmaking, modern love, Valentine's Day dating, and real relationship tips collide in this solo episode as Matchmaker Maria breaks down the rise of AI matchmakers and what they actually get wrong about human connection. From chatbot dating coaches to algorithm-driven matches, Maria explores why faster swiping doesn't equal better relationships, and why real matchmaking has always been about community, accountability, and growth. She shares behind-the-scenes insight from the dating industry, explains how AI can help (and hurt) your love life, and calls out the difference between validation and true compatibility. Plus, practical dating tips for 2026, how to expand your social circle, and what to do if you're single this Valentine's Day (hint: it involves dive bars and courage). If you're navigating dating apps, dating fatigue, or wondering whether tech can replace chemistry, this episode is your fun, honest, and deeply human reality check! Be sure to use the promo code: roundtable50 to join Maria's community or submit your own dating question! 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/ ☀️ https://agapeescapes.com/ use ESCAPES150 for an early bird discount! ☀️ ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out Maria's Websites and Socials! 🙌 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying!
Can Long Distance Dating Work When You Don't Really Know him? ft Anna RoismanFeb 3, 2026 · 49 minIt's a fun hotline episode with Sex and the City impressions, dating long distance advice, and knowing that marriage isn't for you! Matchmaker Maria is joined by hilarious stand up comedian Anna Roisman for a hotline episode packed with dating advice, love, and real-life dilemmas. Maria even gets to hear Anna's spot-on Steve from Sex and the City impersonation as they break down relationships, commitment, and modern dating expectations. Callers ask tough, emotional questions, including whether long-distance dating can work when you barely know someone, how to rebuild confidence and flirt again, and how to navigate a relationship after cancer treatment and infertility. Maria and Anna also play a voicemail from a listener dating after the death of a spouse at 50, and what starting over can really look like. With expert matchmaker insight and comedian honesty, this episode delivers practical advice, empathy, and laughs for anyone dating through uncertainty, loss, or big life changes. Be sure to use the promo code: roundtable50 to join Maria's community or submit your own dating question! 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/ ☀️ https://agapeescapes.com/ use ESCAPES150 for an early bird discount! ☀️ ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out Maria's Websites and Socials! 🙌 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying!
Are You in Perimenopause and Don't Know It Yet? ft Lauren TetenbaumJan 27, 2026 · 27 minWomen menopause and perimenopause take center stage as Matchmaker Maria sits down with therapist and women's health advocate Lauren Tetenbaum, author of Millennial Menopause, to talk about what's really happening in the body and why most of us were never taught this. They break down the truth that menopause is technically one day, while perimenopause can last years and affect mood, sleep, libido, brain fog, and vaginal health. Lauren explains why medical education around menopause is still limited, what treatment options actually exist, and why pain, rage, or exhaustion should never be brushed off. The episode also gives clear advice for partners on how to support women going through perimenopause without minimizing or mocking their experience. A must-listen conversation about women's health, intimacy, mental health, and preparing for a major life transition before it catches you off guard. To work with Lauren and learn more about her psychotherapy practice, visit thecounseLaur.com. Her book, Millennial Menopause: Preparing for Perimenopause, Menopause, and Life's Next Period, is available at millennialmenopause.com and wherever books are sold. Visit Lauren at a book tour event (https://agendahero.com/page/millennial-menopause) or follow her on Instagram 👉 @thecounselaur Be sure to use the promo code: roundtable50 to join Maria's community or submit your own dating question! 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/ ☀️ https://agapeescapes.com/ use ESCAPES150 for an early bird discount! ☀️ ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out Maria's Websites and Socials! 🙌 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying!
Divorce Is Not a Failure, It's a Transition ft Oona MetzJan 20, 2026 · 40 minDivorce, emotional healing, lonliness in divorce, and dating after divorce are explored as therapist Oona Metz joins Matchmaker Maria for an honest conversation about why divorce is not a bad word. This episode covers the 5 top reasons for divorce, why the opposite of love is not hate, why you are not alone in your divorce, and how divorce can be a powerful life transition instead of a failure. Oona shares insights from her bestselling book Unhitched: The Essential Divorce Guide for Women and explains the emotional stages of divorce, including heartbreak, grief, letting go, and moving forward. Maria and Oona discuss finding the strength to transition into divorce, releasing shame, and rebuilding identity after marriage ends. They talk about divorce as a process of healing, growth, and self-trust, especially for women navigating co-parenting, dating again, or choosing peace over pressure. This episode reminds listeners that divorce can be the beginning of a healthier, more honest life and encourages anyone going through it to pick up Unhitched as a guide through the journey. Oona Metz is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Certified Group Psychotherapist, and author of Unhitched: The Essential Divorce Guide for Women, bringing 30 years of experience supporting women through major life transitions. Her book focuses on the emotional side of divorce, offering practical tools, relatable stories, and guidance to help women move through separation, co-parenting, and life after marriage with clarity and strength. Be sure to use the promo code: roundtable50 to join Maria's community or submit your own dating question! 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/ ☀️ https://agapeescapes.com/ use ESCAPES150 for an early bird discount! ☀️ ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out Maria's Websites and Socials! 🙌 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying!
The Truth About Ethical Non-Monogamy: Debunking Swinger Myths ft Victoria Joseph & Ryan HicksJan 13, 2026 · 46 minIn this episode of Ask a Matchmaker, Matchmaker Maria dives into the world of ethical non-monogamy with guests Victoria Joseph and her husband Ryan, professional ENM matchmakers who are married and also swing. Together, they break down what ENM actually means, including the differences between open relationships, swinging, and polyamory, and explain how ethical non-monogamy differs from consensual non-monogamy. Victoria and Ryan share how they entered the lifestyle, common misconceptions about the swinger community, and why communication, consent, and respect are essential. The conversation also explores jealousy, safety, dating norms, and how matchmaking works within non-monogamous communities. Victoria runs Birds of a Feather Matchmaking, an exclusive concierge-style service for individuals seeking ENM, polyamorous, and lifestyle-focused relationships, where authentic connection and transparency aren't just welcomed, they're celebrated check out more 👉birdsofafeathermatchmaking.com ☀️ https://agapeescapes.com/ use ESCAPES150 for an early bird discount! ☀️ Be sure to use the promo code: roundtable50 to join Maria's community or submit your own dating question! 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/ ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out Maria's Websites and Socials! 🙌 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying!
How to Go No Contact After a Breakup ft Allora DannonJan 6, 2026 · 38 minIn this Hotline episode, Matchmaker Maria is joined by author and late-bloomer expert Allora Dannon to deliver no-nonsense dating advice rooted in clarity, confidence, and tough love! They tackle real listener dilemmas, starting with a woman struggling to finally break up and whether going no contact is the only way to heal. They revisit an update from the woman who discovered her boyfriend on a dating app. Does she break it off with him, or are they still together? A gay man calls in after successfully using the 12-date rule and asks how to move from dating to exclusivity without getting ghosted. Plus, Maria & Allora address a woman worried about meeting someone who checks every box on paper but sparks zero physical attraction, and whether "the whole package" is enough! Don't miss this juicy hotline episode! ☀️ https://agapeescapes.com/ use ESCAPES150 for an early bird discount! ☀️ Be sure to use the promo code: roundtable50 to join Maria's community or submit your own dating question! 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/ ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out Maria's Websites and Socials! 🙌 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying!
Dating Lessons We're Taking Into 2026Dec 30, 2025 · 37 minIn this special year-end episode of Ask A Matchmaker, Matchmaker Maria looks back on the biggest dating lessons of 2025 and what they mean for intentional dating in 2026. Featuring standout guests like Vera Papisova, Joyelle Nicole Johnson, Weezy W.T.F, Jared Freid, Kaneez Surka, Erika Ettin, Tara Cannistraci, and more, Matchmaker Maria breaks down conversations on politics, polyamory, attachment styles, money, AI, and modern love. You'll hear honest insights on dating boundaries, emotional compatibility, first dates, and how to build real connection. Plus, Maria answers listener questions on financial dealbreakers and why some great dates don't lead to second dates. If you're single, dating, or rethinking your relationship approach, this episode gives you clarity, confidence, and practical dating advice you can actually use!
Are Phones the Third Person in Your Relationship? ft Randy GinsbergDec 23, 2025 · 24 minWhat happens to connection when we put our phones away? Matchmaker Maria sits down with Randy Ginsberg, founder of Kanso, to unpack phubbing (phone snubbing), modern dating burnout, and why being truly present has become one of the most underrated relationship skills. Together, they explore how intentional, phone-free spaces create deeper conversations, stronger chemistry, and real opportunities for both romantic and platonic connection. This is not a singles event and it's not networking. It's an evening designed to help you unplug, talk like a human again, and experience what dating and socializing feel like without doomscrolling, distractions, or performative small talk. Expect thoughtful prompts, honest dialogue, and a room full of curious, emotionally available people who are actually worth putting your phone down for. Come for the connection. Leave with clarity, community, and a reminder that presence is still the most attractive quality in the room. ☀️get yourself a last minute holiday gift and go to https://agapeescapes.com/ use ESCAPES150 for an early bird discount! ☀️ Be sure to use the promo code: roundtable50 to join Maria's community or submit your own dating question! 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/ ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙌 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying!
What Happens After Ending an Engagement? ft Caitlin PeluffoDec 16, 2025 · 34 minComedian and writer Caitlin Peluffo returns to Ask a Matchmaker for an honest catch-up with matchmaker Maria after a major relationship shake-up. Caitlin opens up about calling off a long engagement, what it taught her about passion, independence, and settling, and why starting over in her 30s has been unexpectedly empowering! Together, they dive into dating while living alone, long-distance relationships, marriage timelines, and redefining partnership. The episode also tackles listener questions, including navigating city life versus farm life and whether staying friends with an ex-with-benefits ever really works. A candid, funny, and deeply relatable conversation about choosing yourself and dating with intention! ☀️ https://agapeescapes.com/ use ESCAPES150 for an early bird discount! ☀️ Be sure to use the promo code: roundtable50 to join Maria's community or submit your own dating question! 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/ ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙌 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying!
Love Without Limits: Dating With a Disability ft. Emily GoodsonDec 9, 2025 · 34 minThis week, Maria talks with author and speaker Emily Goodson about her new book Dating Disability: 15 Stories of Dealing with the BS and Building Confidence. Emily shares her experiences dating with a disability and how working with an intimacy coach helped her break patterns of shame and self-protection. They discuss visible and invisible disabilities, the social barriers disabled people face, and why representation in dating and media matters. This conversation is full of insight for anyone looking to date with confidence, empathy, and self-awareness. Pick up Dating Disability wherever books are sold and follow Emily for more stories about love and identity! Dating Disability, Emily Goodson's debut book, invites readers into fifteen intimate stories from her life, exploring love, confidence, and what it means to embrace difference in a world that often asks us to hide it. It's available online and in bookstores today! 👉 https://amplifypublishinggroup.com/product/nonfiction/biographies-and-memoirs/general/dating-disability/ ☀️ https://agapeescapes.com/ use ESCAPES150 for an early bird discount! ☀️ Be sure to use the promo code: roundtable50 to join Maria's community or submit your own dating question! 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/ ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙌 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying!
Your Family's Dream Isn't Your Dating Plan ft. Tega OrhorhoroDec 2, 2025 · 34 minThis week, Maria talks with creator and political strategist Tega Orhorhoro bout growing up in a Nigerian household, dealing with constant pressure to "reach the next milestone," and learning to date on her own terms. Tega shares how reading Ask a Matchmaker changed how she approaches apps and why small updates to her profile completely shifted who she matches with. They also talk about Tega's rise online, her mix of accents, and how she built a relatable voice by telling the truth about culture, college, and identity. The episode explores family expectations, dating clarity, and finding confidence in your own timeline! Be sure to follow Tega on all her platforms! 👉 @tegareacts
The New Rules of Posting Your Partner Online ft. Nayeema RazaNov 25, 2025 · 38 minMaria sits down with journalist and podcast host Nayeema Raza for a sharp, funny, deeply insightful conversation about the rise of AI dating companions, why posting your partner now feels embarrassing, and how Zohran Mamdani's love story gives real hope for dating in NYC! Maria and Nayeema talk about the rise of AI dating companions and how many young adults are turning to emotional relationships with AI instead of real people. They share why this worries them and what they think a real modern date night should look like if people want to reconnect offline. They also react to the Vogue UK article about women posting their partners less and why social media now makes people feel embarrassed to show their relationships. They explain how this trend affects dating, independence, and the pressure to look chill online. Finally, they talk about Zohran Mamdani's love story and why his simple coffee date proves there is still real hope for dating in NYC. Nayeema Raza is a journalist, filmmaker, and podcast host whose work has appeared in The New York Times, New York Magazine, and at Tribeca Film Festival. Nayeema is also the creator and host of Smart Girl Dumb Questions, a show where she interviews big thinkers using simple, curious questions! Follow Nayeema: Instagram: @nayeemaraza Podcast: Smart Girl Dumb Questions (available on all platforms) ☀️ https://agapeescapes.com/ use ESCAPES150 for an early bird discount! ☀️ Be sure to use the promo code: roundtable50 to join Maria's community or submit your own dating question! 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/ ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙌 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying!
How Can You Fall In Love With Your AI Companion? ft Vasant Dhar, Ph.DNov 18, 2025 · 41 minMaria sits down with NYU professor and AI pioneer Vasant Dhar for a grounded, eye-opening conversation about how artificial intelligence is reshaping our lives! They break down the rise of AI companions, the risks of sharing personal information with chatbots, and why these systems can feel human while still lacking empathy. Maria and Professor Dhar explore how modern AI "knows a little about everything" and what that means for dating, decision-making, and emotional attachment in 2025. They also dive into how kids and adults alike should be learning to "think with machines," not rely on them as a crutch. It's a fascinating, practical guide to navigating love, relationships, and identity in the age of AI. Be sure to pick up Professor Vasant's book today! Thinking With Machines: The Brave New World of AI Vasant Dhar, Ph.D. — NYU Stern Professor, AI Researcher, TEDx Speaker, and Host of the "Brave New World" podcast. His forthcoming book, "Thinking With Machines: The Brave New World of AI" releases on Nov. 18th! ☀️ https://agapeescapes.com/ use ESCAPES150 for an early bird discount! ☀️ Be sure to use the promo code: roundtable50 to join Maria's community or submit your own dating question! 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/ ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙌 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying!
Confusing Chemistry for Compatibility ft Rebecca MarcusNov 11, 2025 · 38 minMatchmaker Maria sits down with therapist Rebecca Marcus to explore how millennial women can break toxic dating patterns and build meaningful, healthy relationships. They discuss attachment styles, nervous system regulation, and how urgency and anxiety can shape who we choose and why. Rebecca shares how slowing down, building self-trust, and practicing emotional awareness can transform your dating life long before you meet someone. If you are ready to date with clarity, confidence, and intention, this episode will show you what secure love actually feels like!
We Were Never Meant to Date AloneNov 4, 2025 · 16 minMatchmaker Maria dives deep into why modern dating feels harder than ever, and why it's not your fault! Maria explores how convenience culture has stripped away connection and offers practical, no-nonsense ways to rebuild your "dating muscles." From reclaiming third places to embracing real-world friction, Maria shares how to create opportunities for love instead of waiting for them. If you're ready to date with intention and confidence, this episode is your blueprint for finding genuine connection in a disconnected world! Here's a script you can literally copy and paste into a text📲 "Hi friends! I'm hosting a potluck on [date]. Bring a dish you love and also bring one friend I don't know yet. Just let me know what you're bringing so we don't end up with ten pasta salads. Can't wait to see you!" ☀️ https://agapeescapes.com/ use ESCAPES150 for an early bird discount! ☀️ Be sure to use the promo code: roundtable50 to join Maria's community or submit your own dating question! 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/ ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙌 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying!
I'm Having a Baby Without a Partner ft Jenny ZigrinoOct 28, 2025 · 40 minComedian and writer Jenny Zigrino returns to Ask a Matchmaker to talk with Maria about grief, growth, and her decision to have a baby without a partner. Jenny opens up about freezing her eggs, navigating identity changes after weight loss, and finding humor in the hardest parts of life. They discuss her one-woman show Afterbirth and how loss inspired her to rebuild on her own terms. It's an honest, funny, and deeply human conversation about rebirth, resilience, and redefining family. ☀️ https://agapeescapes.com/ use ESCAPES150 for an early bird discount! ☀️ Be sure to use the promo code: roundtable50 to join Maria's community or submit your own dating question! 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/ ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙌 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying!
Dated the Far Right. They Didn't Believe Her ft. Vera PapisovaOct 21, 2025 · 45 minAward-winning journalist Vera Papisova returns to Ask a Matchmaker to continue the conversation about her viral undercover investigation, dating men on the far right in New York City. In this episode, Maria and Vera unpack how politics, media, and morality are shaping modern dating culture and the values we bring to relationships. They explore how misinformation spreads through "independent media," why so many people lack basic media literacy, and what that means for who we trust and how we love. From online outrage to real-world consequences, this is a must-listen for anyone navigating love in a divided world. check out Vera's substack 👉 https://verapapisova.substack.com/ ☀️ https://agapeescapes.com/ use ESCAPES150 for an early bird discount! ☀️ Be sure to use the promo code: roundtable50 to join Maria's community or submit your own dating question! 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/ ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙌 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying!
How to Start Dating When You Never Have ! with Allora DannonOct 14, 2025 · 37 minAt 32, writer and self-proclaimed late bloomer Allora Dannon had never been kissed, never been asked out, and had never been on a date. Then one cuffing season changed everything 💛 This week on Ask a Matchmaker, Matchmaker Maria sits down with Allora, author of the new memoir Who Is She: A Late Bloomer's Survival Guide, to unpack what it means to start dating later in life. They talk about growing up as the oldest of ten, learning to prioritize yourself after years of caretaking, breaking through embarrassment, and finding confidence (and community) as an adult beginner in love! Whether you're navigating your first real relationship or just learning to date with more intention, this heartfelt conversation will remind you that it's never too late to bloom 🌷 🎧 Follow Allora and grab her new book! • https://www.alloradannon.com/book • https://www.tiktok.com/@alloradannon • https://www.instagram.com/alloradannon ☀️ https://agapeescapes.com/ use ESCAPES150 for an early bird discount! ☀️ Be sure to use the promo code: roundtable50 to join Maria's community or submit your own dating question! 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/ ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙌 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying!
When No Means NothingOct 7, 2025 · 13 minIn dating, rejection is part of the process, but when 'no' isn't acknowledged, it can lead to heartbreak, harm, and even tragedy. In this solo episode, Matchmaker Maria addresses two recent cases in New Jersey that underscore the real-world consequences of ignoring boundaries and consent. She outlines the stories of Maria Notis, Isabella Salas, Dr. Lauren Semanchik, and Tyler Webb to highlight patterns of stalking, harassment, and institutional inaction. The episode examines how systems and communities fail to respond when warnings are raised. Maria shares practical steps individuals and policymakers can take to improve safety and accountability. This episode calls for greater awareness, stronger protections, and meaningful policy change. Letter to State Representatives: Dear [Representative's Name], I am writing to you as a constituent who is deeply concerned about the safety of women and families in our community. Recent tragedies in New Jersey, including the murders of Maria Notis, Isabella Salas, Dr. Lauren Semanchik, and Tyler Webb, highlight the urgent need for stronger protections against stalking, harassment, and domestic violence. I am asking you to prioritize funding for domestic violence shelters, victim advocacy services, and mental health programs. I am asking you to ensure that reports of harassment and stalking are taken seriously and acted upon immediately. No family should have to bury their child or loved one because boundaries were ignored, reports were dismissed, or resources were underfunded. Please take action now to protect your constituents. Sincerely, [Your Name] _________________________________________________________________________________ Be sure to use the promo code: roundtable50 to join Maria's community or submit your own dating question! 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/ ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙌 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying!
Does Success Hurt Your Dating Life? Off with Dr. Mel | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker MariaSep 30, 2025 · 40 minMatchmaker Maria is joined by clinical psychologist Dr. Melissa Robinson Brown to tackle the myth that women are "too successful" to find love. Together, they unpack how flawed studies and outdated media narratives have fueled this idea while sharing what modern research actually tells us about love, marriage, and divorce. Dr. Mel also opens up about how our parents influence who we choose as partners and why it's crucial to find someone who can walk with us through life's hardest moments. The conversation highlights how success can strengthen relationships, why financial stability matters, and how to rethink the "shoulds" we place on ourselves about marriage and timelines. Whether you're single, dating, or partnered, this episode offers no-nonsense insights into love, resilience, and building the kind of relationship that truly supports you. Be sure to use the promo code: roundtable50 to join Maria's community or submit your own dating question! 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/ ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙃 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying!
Gen Z Divide on Marriage Children and the Meaning of Success with Rachel Janfaza | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker MariaSep 23, 2025 · 51 minThis week Matchmaker Maria is joined by Rachel Janfaza, founder of The Up and Up, to explore the growing divide between Gen Z men and women. They discuss how social media, algorithms, and traditional expectations shape attitudes toward marriage, children, and career success. The conversation also dives into the impact of the #MeToo movement, gender dynamics, and the pressures young adults face in dating and relationships. Rachel shares insights from her research and writing on Gen Z, including her theory of The Two Gen Zs and what young people really want from connection and conversation. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the cultural and technological forces influencing modern dating and relationships. Rachel Janfaza is the founder of The Up and Up and writer of The Up and Up and newsletter, where she shares her latest insights on Gen Z. Check out her newsletter [here] and be sure to also read her Washington Post article, "You Can't Bribe and Shame Your Way to More Babies" for her take on modern generational trends. Be sure to use the promo code: roundtable50 to join Maria's community or submit your own dating question! 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/ ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙃 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying!
The Truth Behind Indian Matchmaking with Matchmaker Radha Patel | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker MariaSep 16, 2025 · 43 minThis week on Ask a Matchmaker, Maria sits down with fellow Matchmaker Radha Patel to explore the world of South Asian matchmaking. They dive into how cultural traditions, family expectations, and modern dating values intersect for singles from Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan, and West Indian backgrounds. Radha shares how her work balances heritage with today's dating challenges, from navigating parental involvement to helping clients define compatibility beyond caste or astrology. Together, Maria and Radha unpack what makes South Asian love unique while also tackling listener questions about sparks, expectations, and dating within friend groups. This insightful episode shines a light on how modern relationships are shaped by both cultural identity and personal values. Use the promo code: roundtable50 to join Maria's community or submit your own dating question! 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/ ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙃 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying! #matchmakermaria #askamatchmaker #datingadvice #datingprofilereview #podcast
How Young Love Lasts | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker MariaSep 2, 2025 · 26 minOn this episode of Ask a Matchmaker, Maria reflects on wrapping up her summer solo series and challenges listeners to reconnect with three people they haven't spoken to in a while. She dives into the male loneliness epidemic and the ways modern dating apps can fuel disconnection, expanding on ideas from her recently viral Substack article. Maria also shares insights from her time in Greece, where she compared experiences of loneliness and community with those in the U.S. Later, she sits down with her brother-in-law, Yanni, who opens up about meeting and marrying Maria's sister at a young age, navigating long distance, and building a strong marriage over 12 years. Don't forget to check out Maria's Substack for her full article, What We Get Wrong About the Male Loneliness Epidemic, ! ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙃 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying! #matchmakermaria #askamatchmaker #datingadvice #datingprofilereview #podcast
The Secret to Love : Shared Reality | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker MariaAug 26, 2025 · 52 minThis week on Ask A Matchmaker, Matchmaker Maria is joined by her sister and fellow matchmaker Chrisoula for a special anniversary episode recorded in Crete. Chrisoula shares the story of her 12-year marriage and what it takes to grow with a partner you met at 19. The sisters talk about communication, setting boundaries, and how generational trauma impacts conflict resolution. They reflect on growing up with unresolved fights at home and how they now model healthier habits by showing their kids what conflict resolution really looks like. Listener questions include how to handle a breakup over text, when to swipe based on core values, and whether to date someone who already has children. Tune in for real dating advice, personal stories, and practical tips for building a long-lasting, healthy relationship! Take the self sabotaging quiz mentioned in today's episode 👉 https://assessment.positiveintelligence.com/saboteur/overview ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙃 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying! #matchmakermaria #askamatchmaker #datingadvice #datingprofilereview #podcast
Is This Catfishing… or Hoodfishing? | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker MariaAug 19, 2025 · 23 minThis week's Ask a Matchmaker Hotline has everything from dating app burnout to inspiring relationship updates. One caller, 40, tried a bold Hinge strategy but got no results, so Maria advises her to take a break from swiping and start meeting people IRL, even suggesting a Star Trek convention. Another caller, 41, struggles with being sexualized online despite having a thoughtful profile, and Maria gives her the ultimate solution: block, swipe, and move on. The episode also dives into "hood fishing," where people fake their location to get more matches, and why honesty is always the better play. To close, a listener calls in with a heartwarming update about meeting an incredible partner on Bumble, plus a sweet story about reading Maria's book with her mom in the hospital. It's the perfect mix of tough love, practical tips, and proof that great matches really do exist. ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙃 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying! #matchmakermaria #askamatchmaker #datingadvice #datingprofilereview #podcast
New Found Female Empowerment & Red Pill Dating w/ Weezy WTF, Vera Papisova, Kaneez Surka & More| Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker MariaAug 12, 2025 · 1 hr 4 minThis week on Ask a Matchmaker, Maria celebrates 5 powerful years of conversations that have redefined how we talk about dating, relationships, and emotional growth. To mark the anniversary, she's sharing five unforgettable episodes that showcase the heart and range of the show. Hear from Weezy WTF about sex, power, and dating after the pandemic in NYC. Go undercover with journalist Vera Papisova as she explores the rise of red pill culture and far-right dating apps. Climate policy leader Lolita Jackson opens up about balancing a high-stakes global career with love and partnership. Author Chris Rackliffe returns to break down how to heal anxious attachment and build secure relationships. And caregiving advocate Katie Brandt shares her emotional journey navigating love and loss while caring for two family members with dementia. Whether you're dating, healing, or just curious about what shapes modern love, these episodes offer insight, honesty, and inspiration! ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙃 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying! #matchmakermaria #askamatchmaker #datingadvice #datingprofilereview #podcast
What Is the Gen Z Stare? | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker MariaAug 5, 2025 · 17 minOn this week's Solo Summer Session, Matchmaker Maria dives into the rise of the Gen Z stare and how it reflects shifting norms in dating and communication. From emotionless customer service to silent babysitters, she shares real-life encounters that left her questioning today's social cues. Maria explores how Gen Z's unique upbringing, including remote schooling, may impact their ability to build intimacy and express vulnerability. She also breaks down a hilarious dating trend in New York City where women swipe Sweetgreen lunches to spark romantic connections. Plus, she unpacks the latest Singles in America study, revealing why 30 percent of Gen Z identify as intentionally celibate while still believing in true love. If you're curious about generational dating habits and what they say about the future of relationships, this episode is a must-listen! ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 Check out Agape Escapes 👉 https://agapeescapes.com/ The Roundtable And MORE of Matchmaker Maria 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/theroundtable 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙃 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying! #matchmakermaria #askamatchmaker #datingadvice #datingprofilereview #podcast
Is He Cheating or Just Hacked? | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker MariaJul 29, 2025 · 18 minIn this week's Ask a Matchmaker, Matchmaker Maria answers hotline calls from women navigating trust, loss, and new beginnings in dating. One caller suspects her boyfriend may be using a dating app, prompting a deep dive into digital infidelity, gut instincts, and whether to stay or go after two years together. Maria shares clear next steps for rebuilding trust or walking away when your goals do not align. Another caller, a widow with three kids, struggles with men losing interest once they learn about her past. Maria offers guidance on dating as a single parent, emotional availability, and staying hopeful while honoring your story. This solo summer session is filled with heartfelt advice, real talk, and a reminder that Maria's book Ask a Matchmaker is available now for anyone seeking clarity in their love life. ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 Check out Agape Escapes 👉 https://agapeescapes.com/ The Roundtable And MORE of Matchmaker Maria 👉 https://www.matchmakermaria.com/theroundtable 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙃 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying! #matchmakermaria #askamatchmaker #datingadvice #datingprofilereview #podcast
Dating Older? Here's What Actually Matters | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker MariaJul 22, 2025 · 26 minIn this episode of Ask a Matchmaker, Maria shares highlights from her recent women's retreat in Greece, reflecting on the creation of Agape Escapes and the meaningful experiences the group had together. She opens up about the surreal feeling of being off the grid during global events and reveals how one special location inspired the cover of her upcoming book. Maria also teases upcoming retreats, including a new coed escape to a picturesque island. Later, she dives into the trending "banksying" breakup theory and questions whether it truly captures the complexities of ending a relationship. Finally, she answers a listener's question about dating older men, offering thoughtful advice on power dynamics, diversifying your dating life, and taking action to meet new people offline! ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙃 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying! #matchmakermaria #askamatchmaker #datingadvice #datingprofilereview #podcast
Ex-CIA, Current Husband w Allison Raskin & John Blakeslee | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker MariaJul 15, 2025 · 34 minOn this episode of Ask a Matchmaker, Maria is joined by writer Allison Raskin and her husband, former CIA agent turned screenwriter John Blakeslee. They talk about their new podcast Starter Marriage, diving into the realities of modern relationships, communication, and therapy. From Allison's book I Do to John's past in the CIA, the couple shares how their backgrounds shape their approach to marriage, and what it's like to share it all publicly. Expect honest insights, behind-the-scenes dynamics, and a conversation about love beyond the Hollywood version! ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙃 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying! #matchmakermaria #askamatchmaker #datingadvice #datingprofilereview #podcast
Are You Being Real or Just Being Liked? Matchmaker Maria LIVE in NYC with Chrissy Rutherford | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker MariaJul 8, 2025 · 1 hr 4 minIn this special live episode recorded at the legendary 92nd Street Y in New York City, Matchmaker Maria is joined by her dear friend and style expert Chrissy Rutherford for a fun, honest, and wide-ranging conversation about modern love. The two dive into Maria's new book, Ask A Matchmaker, and how it blends human behavior, communication theory, and decades of matchmaking experience to cut through the noise of online dating advice. Maria shares personal stories and surprising lessons from writing the book, including what truly makes relationships last. They also explore how social media, societal expectations, and emotional context shape the way we date today. If you enjoy this episode, you'll love Maria's Roundtable, her signature coaching community where singles gather weekly for real talk, growth, and support (sign up now at matchmakermaria.com!). With humor and heart, Maria encourages listeners to stay curious, keep dating intentionally, and always prioritize likability alongside loveability. Thank you for listening, and enjoy this unforgettable live taping! ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙃 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying! #matchmakermaria #askamatchmaker #datingadvice #datingprofilereview #podcast
Movie Tea on The Materialist & Maria Spills Book Tour Details | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker MariaJul 1, 2025 · 30 minThis week, Maria shares the highs, surprises, and deep conversations from her Ask a Matchmaker book tour. From readers finding clarity in their relationships to full-blown divorces sparked by missing pillars (yes, really), the impact has been powerful—and personal. Even her husband had thoughts after reading it! Plus, Maria gives her full (spoiler-filled!) recap of The Materialists movie. Buckle up for book revelations, real talk, and cinematic hot takes! ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙃 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying! #matchmakermaria #askamatchmaker #datingadvice #datingprofilereview #podcast
Single at 40: How to Date Smarter, Not Harder! with Joyelle Nicole Johnson | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker MariaJun 24, 2025 · 48 minOn this week's episode of Ask a Matchmaker, Matchmaker Maria is joined by co-host Joyelle Nicole Johnson are on a hotline ep, answering your toughest dating dilemmas. First, a 42-year-old single woman from Jersey City is looking for love, but struggles to find men who match her lifestyle and ambition. Maria offers advice on expanding her dating pool beyond NYC, embracing men with kids, and not letting success limit her options. Next, a listener shares a CRINGE-worthy story about dating a man with shockingly poor hygiene, think no soap and dirty forks! Maria urges her to walk away fast and explains why basic cleanliness is non-negotiable in a partner. Finally, a woman is hung up on a situationship that ended years ago, still grieving the guy who moved on and started a family with someone else. Maria and Joyelle unpack why closure can be so hard, and how to move forward when love feels out of reach. Whether you're dating after 40 or trying to let go of the past, this episode is full of honest, no-nonsense advice you won't want to miss! ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙃 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying! #matchmakermaria #askamatchmaker #datingadvice #datingprofilereview #podcast
Is Polyamory Right for You? Let's Talk About It! with Joyelle Nicole Johnson & Melissa Fulgieri| Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker MariaJun 18, 2025 · 54 minHow do you open the conversation about polyamory with your partner, without blowing things up? On this week's episode of Ask a Matchmaker, Matchmaker Maria is joined by co-host Joyelle Nicole Johnson and NYC-based relationship therapist and professor Melissa Fulgieri to explore the nuances of ethical non-monogamy. From setting ground rules to navigating emotional triggers, Melissa shares expert insights on how to communicate openly, define boundaries, and check in regularly in polyamorous relationships. The trio also dives into how attachment styles can impact relationship dynamics and how to approach these conversations with empathy and honesty, especially early on. Whether you're curious about polyamory or just want to strengthen your communication, this episode is a must-listen. Be sure to check out Melissa's book, Healing Relational Trauma, for more guidance on love, therapy, and personal growth. Subscribe now and join the conversation about modern love in all its forms! ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book, follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable. 💕 Check out Maria at the 92Y live👉 https://www.92ny.org/event/maria-avgitidis 🤩 Check out My Websites and Socials! 🙃 💖Podcast Website: https://www.askamatchmaker.com/ 💖Agape Match Website: https://agapematch.com/ 💖Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realmatchmakermaria 💖Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmakermaria 💖Agape Match Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapematch/ 💖Agame Match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeMatch 💖Agape Match Twitter: https://www.x.com/AgapeMatch 🙋‍♀️Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://X.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 🎥 by WTF Media Studios Website - https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/home ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying! #matchmakermaria #askamatchmaker #datingadvice #datingprofilereview #podcast

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