The Asian Dating Podcast

Let's be honest — nice guys are finishing last, and nobody's talking about why. In this episode, May sits down with dating coach Dan Silverman, the man on a mission to rescue the Invisible Nice Guy from the friendzone, the ghost, and the endless dating app spiral that's going absolutely nowhere. Dan doesn't sugarcoat it. If you're seeing the same painful patterns repeat in your...

What if finding love was less about swiping and more about living intentionally? In this fascinating conversation, May sits down with Rebeccah Lipson, a Boston-based Jewish matchmaker with a refreshingly real take on modern romance. Forget the endless checklist — Rebeccah breaks down why your lifestyle, your values, and even the relationship you watched your parents model matter far more than any...

This conversation with matchmaker Maja Uckar is refreshingly real — no scripts, no rulebooks, just hard-won wisdom from someone who's genuinely in love with her work. Maja shares her philosophy on modern dating: move fast, keep it fun, and stop treating dates like job interviews. From knowing when to take things offline to supporting late-blooming men and divorced women rebuilding their confid...

Vivek's story isn't what you'd expect. On paper, he had it all...but underneath all that? He was quietly struggling, feeling lost, fearful, and disconnected from who he really was. Through years of therapy, coaching, and serious inner work, he discovered a version of himself that was warm, magnetic, and fully present — and now he helps others do the same. He eventually connected with O...

What if dating wasn’t about luck—but a skill you can actually learn? In this episode, I sit down with internationally recognized dating expert Hunt Ethridge to break down the real mechanics behind attraction, charisma, and connection. From helping a 40-year-old virgin transform his dating life to teaching everyday people how to spark instant chemistry, Hunt shares practical, surprisingly simple to...

In this episode, I sit down with private matchmaker Lorii Abela to unpack why even highly successful individuals can feel stuck in their love lives—and what it really takes to choose the right partner. We explore the deeper layers of compatibility beyond chemistry, including family dynamics, cultural expectations, career demands, and long-term alignment. Lorii shares candid insights on common pitf...

In this episode, I sit down with Wayfinder Life Coach Tricia Rose Stone to explore how women can shift their mindset around dating and relationships by changing the inner “lens” through which they see love. We talk about the pressure many women feel when dating, why connection is more of a creative and evolving process than a checklist, and how practicing simple, everyday interactions can build re...

In this episode, I sit down with matchmaker Hayley Hurst, founder of Cohen Gray Connections, to talk about what’s really happening in modern dating and how both men and women can approach dating more effectively today. We dive into what truly matters when it comes to attraction, from job, lifestyle, and values to the often-overlooked importance of presence and communication. Hayley also shares ins...

In this episode, I sit down with emotional intelligence dating coach Chris Gillis to unpack why so many successful, high-performing men thrive in their careers—but struggle in their dating lives. Chris shares how he helps men bridge that gap by translating connection, attraction, and communication in a way that actually works with women. We talk about moving beyond “nice guy” answers, how to bring...

In this episode, I sit down with astrologer and coach Elizabeth Weihmiller to explore how Eastern astrology can offer powerful, practical insights into dating, relationships, and self-awareness. We break down the differences between Eastern and Western astrology, how astrology is used in matchmaking, and why even skeptics can benefit from understanding their birth chart. Elizabeth shares how she u...

In this episode, I sit down with self-sabotage expert and entrepreneur Mike Radoor to explore a powerful question: “Am I the man that I admire?” We dive into what truly defines a high-value man—from self-respect, discipline, and physical health to emotional awareness and relationship dynamics. Mike shares his journey from building multi-million-dollar companies while struggling internally, to tran...

In this empowering episode, Transformation Coach Connie Curtis helps women unlearn old patterns, rebuild self-trust, and release the people-pleasing habits that keep them stuck. She shares powerful insights on self-love, intuition, and how to stop chasing butterflies or trying to change someone else. Through raw honesty and soulful humor, Connie reminds women that true freedom begins when you take...

In this insightful and entertaining episode, dating coach Evan Marc Katz shares so many obvious mindset shifts that help successful women. He opens up about his Love U course and why so many accomplished women have a “broken picker,” normalizing bad relationships. Evan explains that healthy love requires effort, not hard work, and that real happiness is built on comfort, fun, attraction, and emoti...

In this uplifting conversation, Lisa Ratner shares how she found love at age 45—proving it’s never too late for connection or companionship. After years of personal growth and self-discovery, Lisa learned to date with intention, embrace practice (and a few frogs), and teaches women to release the fear that “there aren’t enough good men out there.” She opens up about the inner work that made all th...

In this powerful episode, Claudia Lorant—speaker, educator, and creator of The Quantum Omni Mindset™—opens up about love, loss, and liberation. From carrying the “Scarlet D” of four divorces to spending the last fifteen years single, Claudia shares how heartbreak, therapy, and deep introspection became catalysts for healing. Together, we explore why some rush into marriage, the link between romant...

In this episode, May sits down with dating coach and author Nick Notas , who went from socially anxious and awkward with women to helping introverted men build confidence, flirt naturally, and connect authentically. They break down what flirting really looks like, what women respond to, why emotional self-awareness is attractive, and the subtle mistakes that cause men to lose women. Packed with pr...

Want to know what the one question that reveals her true essence? This week, May sits down with filmmaker, storyteller, and unapologetically faith-driven creative Marcus “God’s Lil Soldier” Jones — a man who proves that spiritual depth and romantic connection can (and should) coexist. Marcus opens up about why he’s still single, what makes modern dating feel disconnected, and how faith, perspectiv...

In this episode, May and her guest dive into how unresolved trauma can quietly shape who we’re attracted to — and why “wound attracts wound.” They explore what it really means to love yourself before loving someone else, how gratitude rewires your patterns, and the power of healthy femininity, self-reflection, and boundaries in attracting emotionally available partners. 0:00 Introduction 2:05 Chil...

This episode features Jennie Agin , founder of Storyfull Matchmaking , sharing hands-on advice to help men improve their dating confidence and communication skills—especially through mock dates and real-world practice. Key points include: Why many men struggle with self-worth and leading with money (8:34–11:00) How to show genuine interest and give natural compliments (4:20–6:00) The importance of...

This episode features Xiaoli Mei , founder of Elite Asian Matchmaker , sharing insider insights on what truly attracts Asian women and how men can build lasting cross-cultural relationships. Key highlights include: Why ambition matters more than formal education (3:30) What Asian women look for in online dating profiles (4:30) How matchmakers “translate” for clients who struggle to present themsel...

The Red Panda & The Lioness — Matchmaker May and Amanda Hood dive into modern dating with warmth and wit. From balancing masculine/feminine energy to decoding dating apps, chivalry, and chemistry, they reveal what high-caliber singles are really doing right (and wrong). Tune in for real talk on attraction, alignment, and effort—the secret ingredients of lasting love.   Meet Amanda Hood, the Fo...

Michal Naisteter is an elite matchmaker and super-connector who believes real love can’t be reduced to algorithms. With a deep understanding of human connection, she helps people move beyond surface-level swiping to find relationships that feel authentic, soulful, and aligned. Michal’s gift lies in seeing people clearly—how they dream, aspire, and connect—and introducing them not just to partners,...

Xiaoli Mei is an Elite Asian and celebrity matchmaker with certifications in both matchmaking and relationship coaching. Drawing from her own journey of love, loss, and discovery, she uncovered the “Happiness Code”—the balance between career success and meaningful relationships. Today, she helps singles find love and build fulfilling partnerships through her expertise in psychology and cross-cultu...

Jennie Agin is the founder of Storyfull Matchmaking, where she helps smart, soulful professionals move beyond surface-level swiping and find deeper, aligned connections. With a background in science education and a gift for blending intuition with structure, she guides thoughtful, emotionally intelligent clients to navigate modern dating with clarity, intention, and care—so they can write a love s...

Meet Nick Cobb..."I'm a self-taught engineer who has led Product and Engineering teams at Uber, Uber Eats, and Kyte focusing on both consumer apps and developer platforms and infrastructure. My executive experience spans engineering, ops, finance, growth, and product strategy. I'm currently the founder of HoneyBee, an AI-enabled software a platform for matchmakers in the dating indust...