Ask a Matchmaker

In this enlightening episode of Ask a Matchmaker, Maria is joined by dynamic duo Nick Rosen and Natalie Cramer , the brains behind the popular singles dating event, Single Saturdays, hosted on Eventbrite. Dive into the behind-the-scenes of organizing these vibrant gatherings and discover the secrets to making meaningful connections. Whether you're looking to meet someone special or just want to ex...

Join us for an enlightening episode as we welcome esteemed psychotherapist Dr. Heather Browne. This week, we delve into the art of conscious communication and explore three crucial conversations that can either strengthen or jeopardize your relationship. Tune in to gain expert insights and practical advice on navigating these pivotal discussions for a healthier, more connected partnership.  For 25...

On this week's episode, I am joined by Kirsy Lovett. We improve her online dating profile and we take some hotline questions together! New York native, first-generation Dominican-American, content creator and model Kirsy Lovett translates her love of fitness, beauty and fashion into compelling content for her followers on Instagram, Tiktok and her website, kirsylovett.com. She has been tapped for...

On this week's episode, we are joined by Chris Rackliffe to discuss anxious attachment styles, signs of codependency, and tools for getting over the fear of abandonment.   Chris Rackliffe, also known as @crackliffe, is a trauma healer, mental health advocate, anxious attachment style coach, and author of the self-help book, It's Good to See Me Again: How to Find Your Way When You Feel Lost—an illu...

Alison Leiby is a writer and comedian in New York. She has written for The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Life & Beth, The President Show, and many others. Her stand up has appeared on Comedy Central and her solo hour, "Oh God, A Show About Abortion" ran off-Broadway at the Cherry Lane theater with multiple extensions and had a run at the Kennedy Center. She's the cohost of the podcast Ruined with Halle K...

Jordana joins Matchmaker Maria on the Ask a Matchmaker Podcast -- they catch up the new cool things happening at Betches and Jordana's fertility journey.    Jordana Abraham is Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Betches, one of the earliest digitally native media and entertainment companies founded and led by women and the most influential female-focused humor brand in the market today. Bet...

This week's episode, Matchmaker Maria interviews psychotherapist Lisa Brateman on financial infidelity and moving on. They are joined by Matchmaker Chrisoula.  Lisa Brateman, LCSW, is a psychotherapist, relationship specialist, public speaker, and media commentator with more than two decades of experience. She offers individual, couples, and group therapy in New York City. Her areas of expertise i...

This week's guest is Janine Rogan, author of The Pink Tax and founder of the Wealth Building Academy. Janine's mission is to educate and empower women to grow their wealth confidently and profitably through financial feminism—financial equality for all. Janine has been featured internationally in a number of publications and has delivered keynotes to thousands of individuals and companies around t...

It's a family affair! Matchmaker Maria brings on Matchmaker Chrisoula and they discuss their childhood memories, 90s movies, YentaCon, and what they're doing in NYC together. They also take your hotline questions!! You can work with Maria and Chrisoula by either joining the matchmaking database at agapematch.com or enrolling in an upcoming Agape Intensive. https://agapematch.com/agape-group-coachi...

Money parties? Amazon 30? Budgeting while dating? We've got the answer this week with personal finance expert Ashley Feinstein Gerstley! Ashley is a CFP®, speaker, and the author of Financial Adulting and The 30-Day Money Cleanse. She founded The Fiscal Femme, a feminist money platform and has helped thousands of people feel financially confident, achieve major financial goals, and destress their...

Reesa Teesa captivated millions of TikTokers with her 50-part series, "Who TF Did I Marry" and two of those people included Matchmaker Maria and incredibly talented stand up comedian Joyelle Nicole Johnson. On this week's episode of "Ask a Matchmaker," we talked about pathological liars and our listeners called in to tell us the biggest lie they were told by someone they were dating!    Joyelle is...

Welcome to another exciting episode of Ask a Matchmaker! This week, Maria sits down with two remarkable individuals who bring humor, culture, and a whole lot of heart to the table. Joining her are Gus Constantellis and Christina Mavronas, the dynamic duo behind the @welcometotheneighborhoodpod.   Gus, a Greek-American comedian known for his viral immigrant culture observations, and Christina, a Br...

Happy Valentines Day from your favorite matchmaker! Solo hotline! Wowee!   ******** Want a Valentine for next year? Let's make it happen! Enroll in an upcoming Agape Intensive and receive a complete dating mindset shift.   Enroll in virtual: https://agapematch.com/agape-group-coaching-intensive/ Enroll in person: https://www.wetravel.com/trips/agape-intensive-in-real-life-nyc-2024-agape-escapes-ll...

Julia is a brand strategist, social media consultant, and content creator! Over the past few years she has coached hundreds of clients to help them land their dream jobs, partnered with students to craft essays that have landed them admission into top institutions and worked with brands to help them amplify their social media presence and increase revenue. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smar...

In this week's episode Iris finds love and marriage. In a whirlwind romance when two people are ready to have serious conversations so they can begin the rest of their lives together, Iris's story is one of hope and opportunity.    Iris Smyles is the author of the novels Iris Has Free Time (which Forbes called "an instant classic… a smart, funny, wise, and sometimes heartbreaking book about a slow...

Carrie Berk shares her dating adventures in her latest book My Real-Life Rom Com. It's a truthful exploration of Gen Z life and love and the book is packed with humor and advice that takes the edge off uncomfortable parent/teen conversations.    Her book:  https://amzn.to/41ZwVta Follow on IG & TikTok: @CarrieBerkk   Join Maria's database or become a matchmaking client! Visit https://agapematch.co...

Comedian Gianmarco Soresi has his Netflix comedy premiere out now, in  Verified Stand-Up . He's currently on the "Leaning In Tour" with shows all over the U.S. and Canada, after his European leg sold out completely. He's also the host of "The Downside" podcast where complaining is encouraged and silver linings debunked.   Instagram:  https://www. instagram.com/gianmarcosoresi/ Website:  http://www...

New Year! New Dating Strategy! Work with Erika and  Maria  and re-vamp your dating in 2024!    Schedule an upcoming dating strategy call for more information: https://calendly. com/felix-louie     OR work with  Maria  and her matchmaking team. Visit AgapeMatch.com!    Erika Ettin  is a dating coach, helping people navigate the world of online dating, from first click to first date. Erika studied e...

Happy New Year! Does your dating mindset need a total reset? Join or gift and upcoming Agape Intensive  agapeintensive.com     Or schedule an upcoming dating assessment for yourself or a friend:  https://calendly.com/felix- louie     And, of course, work with Maria and her matchmaking team. Visit AgapeMatch.com.    Damona Hoffman is a Relationship Coach as well as a TV host, Podcaster, and Speaker...

Want to travel to Greece with Maria? Check out the itinerary for her next #Escape2Paros:  https://www. agapeescapes.com/paros-2024     Does your dating mindset need a total reset? Join or gift an upcoming Agape Intensive agapeintensive.com       Or schedule an upcoming dating assessment for yourself or a friend:  https://calendly.com/ felix-louie       And, of course, work with Maria and her match...

On this week's episode we talk about the best Jewish dating apps, generational differences in life, Do's and Don't with dating apps, and we take your live questions. Indulge!   Want to travel to Greece with Maria? Check out the itinerary for her next #Escape2Paros:  https://www.agapeescapes.com/ paros-2024   Does your dating mindset need a total reset? Join or gift and upcoming Agape Intensive  ag...

Today we discuss the type of gift to get your situationship vs relationship. We also answer your live hotline questions! Indulge :)   Jordyn, 28, is a content creator, based in NYC where she shares her life on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. Besides being a full time content creator, Jordyn is the co-host of Mean Girl Podcast and also helped found and is COO of, Just Media, which is a media network...

Paris Campbell is a Comedian and Actor from NYC. Paris has been featured in numerous publications, including The NY Times, NY Post, Fortune, and Unilad. Paris' jokes are inspired by her own life and experiences, she often crafts material about her unusual family, being on the spectrum, and being a single parent. In addition to performing all over the country, Paris has had the opportunity to appea...

Lolita Jackson MBE is the Executive Director of Sustainable Cities at Sustainable Development Capital LLP, a multibillion-pound climate investment firm.  She is the link to governments around the world, also working on business development and origination.  Lolita previousl y worked for the NYC Mayor's Office for 15 years in a variety of roles.  She last served as the Special Advisor for Climate P...

Dr. Celeste Holbrook is a sex educator and speaker who has dedicated her life to helping people achieve pleasurable, connective sex through mental and behavioral changes. She speaks to audiences of all ages, diffusing the sensitive topic of sex through humor and a knack for making the awkward approachable. Celeste believes that everyone deserves to define their own pleasure and uses the lens of se...