Love on the Go: Recent Episodes
Laurie Berzack
Love on the Go is all about helping you look at love and relationships in a new way, and to grow in your understanding of how love works – regardless of your relationship status. Every week, Matchmaker Laurie Berzack of Carolinas Matchmaker talks to amazing experts from various fields to learn how people have overcome personal obstacles to find love first and foremost with themselves before a potential partner even walks through the door! Plus, Laurie shares the knowledge she’s gained from over 17 years as a professional matchmaker to help you learn to love in the deepest way possible.
We’re excited to introduce you to Scott, one of our current clients at Carolinas Matchmaker! Scott, 41, is well-educated, has a career he loves as an Urban Planner and a full life. Moreover, he has a creative side, a passion for lifelong learning and a thirst for travel. He’s thoughtful, ambitious, gentle natured and ready for the next big chapter of his life – finding love, getting married, and starting a family.
Interested in meeting Scott? Go to http://carolinasmatchmaker.com and fill out a free profile! Make sure to mention Scott from the podcast in the notes and we’ll get the ball rolling.
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This week, Laurie introduces you to a very eligible bachelor in the Carolinas! Trey is an open book and shares what he’s looking for in a match, discusses how he has overcome hardships, and explains why he (a 29-year-old) decided to hire a matchmaker. Trey has a lot to offer! He has a fast paced interesting job in sports, a great relationship with his family, a dry sense of humor, and impressive cooking skills! Listening to this Podcast is like going on a date or two with Trey!
Interested in meeting Trey? Go to http://carolinasmatchmaker.com and fill out a profile! Tell us you want to meet Trey from the Love on the Go podcast. Or dm @carolinasmatchmaker on socials
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In this Singles Spotlight, Laurie chats with her longtime friend Zack, a 42-year-old single man living in Florida. They dive into what men need to do in 2024 to become their best selves, focusing on the importance of communication and building community. Zack shares his approach to dating and meeting women in real life, discusses the challenges of dating in a post-pandemic world, and compares the dating scene between the Carolinas and Florida. He also opens up about what he's looking for in a partner.
If you’re interested in meeting Zack, go to http://carolinasmatchmaker.com and fill out a profile! Be sure to mention you heard about Zack on the podcast. Let’s make love happen!
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This week, Laurie welcomes one of her clients, Derrick, to the show! He shares what it’s like working with Laurie and the Carolinas Matchmaker team to find the love of his life. Also, they talk about what drives him as a person, what he has to offer to his future wife, and what he is looking for in a partner.
Interested in possibly meeting Derrick or one of our other clients? Fill out a profile at http://carolinasmatchmaker.com today! Filled out a profile in the past? DM us for consideration!
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This week, Laurie speaks with fellow matchmaker Amy Andersen about power dynamics in relationships🔌
Dubbed the ‘Cupid of Silicon Valley’, Amy Andersen has paired hundreds of clients in the tech world and beyond for over 21 years across the U.S and around the world. 🌐 Linx is a private referral-based offline dating and social network which uses a combination of research, intuition, and a vast network to help clients find love and happiness. 💕 Andersen’s ultra-personalized approach to matchmaking has inspired a variety of high-caliber, relationship-minded professional men and women to book her services. 👩❤️👨
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Check out Amy’s site at 🌐 linxdating.com
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This week, Laurie chats with one of her Online Dating Management success stories: Kim! They talk about what it’s like to work with the Carolinas Matchmaker team, the inner workings of the program and how Kim connected with her perfect match!
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Dr. Jessica Rea Prado is an expert in industrial-organizational psychology and emotional intelligence, holding a PhD in the field. Dr. Rea Prado teaches at Loyola University and provides executive coaching and corporate training solutions. She has a portfolio of work with Fortune 100 companies. She is also a judge for the Miss America Organization. She currently resides in the Lake Wylie area with her husband Wayne Brewer. This husband-and-wife duo has published five books called ‘Accessible Emotional Intelligence’ and, this fall, Dr. Rea Prado will release a textbook on emotional intelligence named ‘Comprehensive Emotional Intelligence Curriculum’. She is a Master Certified e-Factor Facilitator of the eFactor, the world’s first emotional intelligence test with situational judgment tests which allow the participants to have an objective score for their emotional readiness in life’s uncertainties.
Learn more about Dr. Rea Prado at http://pradoic.info and http://pradoic.com
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This week, Laurie chats with fellow matchmaker Lisa Amador! They chat about making time for dating, some of their favorite client stories and what they do to help make themselves stick to goals and make their lives better. Plus, they chat about knowing when it’s time to leave a relationship.
Lisa Amador is a Certified Matchmaker, Dating Coach, Speaker, Columnist, Best-Selling Author, singles event producer and Founder of Amador Matchmaking, a discreet, upscale boutique Matchmaking company for successful commitment-minded singles. Since 2012, her mission has been to connect and foster self-love, confidence, and excitement in those who desire loving relationships.
Love is always in the air for Lisa and her husband, Michael, a Sommelier and acclaimed chef. They co-own The Nook and Nook Pizzeria in The Funk Zone and host fun singles events at their restaurants.
Lisa is a proud mom to five adult kids (3 from her and two bonus kids from Michael) and two grandbabies. Lisa is happiest when surrounded by those she loves and when she’s on the tennis court.
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You have questions, Laurie has answers! Laurie answers more of your questions from her Facebook group, Single in the Carolinas. If you want to join the group and ask a question, you can at https://www.facebook.com/groups/singlesinthecarolinas or simply email Laurie@carolinasmatchmaker.com
In this episode, Laurie answers your questions, including…
- Once you've been single for many years, how hard is it to get into a relationship?
- How do we prepare ourselves for dating? How do we know what to look for?
- How can you recognize that a relationship isn’t working and you should cut ties?
- How do I find a man who wants to put as much effort into a relationship as I do?
- Why do people flake out?
- Why are people hesitant to do things in real life?
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Eleanor “Elie” Erickson is a facilitator, mentor, and public speaker with more than 20 years experience in the hotel industry. She currently facilitates training in industries from cruise lines to automotive companies, and everything in between.
She is a 54 year old empty nester with one adult son (who works at Disney World!) Her schedule keeps her on the road about 75% of the year, a lifestyle which she loves! Originally from Greenport, NY, she has lived in NC since 2000, and her current home base is Wilmington.
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Holly Hughes is a TEDx speaker, an award-winning author, intuitive healer, and dedicated humanitarian.
Drawing inspiration from her journey, Holly channels her life experiences and utilizes her special gifts to offer unique guidance and healing. Specializing in navigating emotional pivots and life transitions, she firmly believes that one's past is not a defining factor but an integral part of their story, allowing individuals to shape their future. Holly employs a compassionate, step-by-step process to empower clients to reclaim their voices, pursue their passions, and recognize their self-worth.
Her book, "REAL, NOT PERFECT: How To Become Your Happy, Authentic Self," serves as a transformative guide, encouraging individuals to break free from societal expectations and uncover the version of themselves they aspire to be. Holly's mission is to inspire others to embrace authenticity and live a fulfilled life on their terms. She provides coaching and consulting through her specialized Real, Not Perfect Academy and individual healing sessions.
Learn more about Holly at https://hollyhughesintuitive.com
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Pick up a copy of her book, “Real, Not Perfect: How to Become Your Happy, Authentic Self,” at https://amzn.to/3awfZBz
Check out Holly’s TEDx talk: https://youtu.be/TdY-F8sb2G4
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This week, Laurie welcomes dating coach Nickolas Notas to talk about how men can win with women in real life! They discuss how men can meet women in real life and how they can improve their chances on dates!
As a Boston dating coach, Nick has helped thousands of men worldwide conquer social anxiety and attract quality connections for the last 16 years. He teaches all this through integrity and respect, and has guided men in building genuine confidence in order to attract great women.
Learn more about Nick at nicknotas.com
Watch Nick’s videos on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@NickNotas
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This week, Laurie speaks with Dawn Maslar-Biggie MS on the science behind why and how you fall in love!
Dawn Maslar-Biggie MS is an adjunct biology professor, writer and researcher of the science of love. She is the TEDx speaker on How Your Brain Falls In Love with 5.8 million views and the author of the book Men Chase, Women Choose: The Neuroscience of Meeting, Dating, Losing Your Mind, and Finding True Love (Oct 2016). She has been featured on South Florida Today, in the Miami Herald and on NPR.
Buy her book on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Men-Chase-Women-Choose-Neuroscience/dp/0757319254/
Watch her Ted Talk!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eyq2Wo4eUDg
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This week, Laurie welcomes fellow matchmaker Ella Scaduto to the podcast! They talk about speed dating, some great flirting techniques, and how specifically men can approach women in the wild! Plus, Ella shares some great tips for opening lines, how to get a phone number, and how to make a great first impression.
Ella is a dynamic force in the world of matchmaking and date coaching. Smoky Mountain Matchmaker was created for one specific purpose in mind, helping Tennesseans find and build the lifelong, authentic, meaningful relationships they deserve. Ella's unwavering dedication extends beyond conventional expectations as she strives to empower singles within the community to navigate the complexities of the dating world. Her efforts have established her as a trusted beacon for singles not only in Tennessee but also beyond, providing a reliable and invaluable resource.
Ella exclusively works with a select group of individuals, ensuring an exquisite boutique experience tailored to their needs. With a remarkable background of nearly a decade in professional matchmaking and date coaching, Ella brings a wealth of expertise to the table. By cultivating strong relationships within her local community and professional network spanning the globe, she offers exceptional service to her esteemed clients.
Read her article about the triangle technique at https://www.yourtango.com/love/triangle-technique-flirt-using-eye-contact
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In this episode, Laurie chats with Nicole Sodoma, the founder of Sodoma Law and a marriage-loving divorce attorney!
Nicole shares some tips on preventing divorce and if you are going down that road what the best practices are to make it as seamless as possible. Plus, we get the inside skinny on Nicole’s love journey!
When Managing Principal & Founder Nicole Sodoma opened the doors to Sodoma Law in 2008, it was with the intention of building a different kind of law firm. Infusing her fresh perspective into everything she does, she focused on creating a culture of a “firm family” that showed commitment to clients, the team, and the community. This concept soon became known as “The Sodoma Way,” spurring the growth of the firm to a team of more than fifty across multiple states, and a client roster that includes professional athletes and neighbors alike. Sodoma is a graduate of Cumberland School of Law at Samford University, Family Law Litigator, Certified Parenting Coordinator, and Certified Collaborative Law Attorney.
You can follow Nicole on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn
Learn more about Nicole at http://www.nicolesodoma.com
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Philanthrodating: Nicole’s charity of choice is Madelyns Fund. https://madelynsfund.org
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Deciding when to take it to the next step of intimacy in a relationship can be tough. You’re excited and want to, but you also want to make sure the person is the right one for you.
In today’s episode, Laurie goes through the things you need to know, ask and do before you get intimate with a partner.
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Cat Cantrill, the founder of The Heart Agency, is a dynamic and passionate professional, widely recognized for her expertise in matchmaking, dating strategy, and image consulting. Known for her heart-centered approach, Cat has become a guiding force in the world of romance and personal transformation. She primarily caters to singles seeking meaningful connections and self-improvement, dedicating herself to helping them navigate the complexities of modern love.
In addition to her role at The Heart Agency, Cat is the creative force behind Dressed for Love, where she combines her expertise in fashion with love coaching skills. This unique combination has made her an expert in enhancing individuals' dating prospects through style transformation.
Cat is also the host of the "Dear Matchmaker" podcast, where she shares invaluable insights, tips, and heartwarming stories on dating and relationships.
Learn more about Cat at www.theheartagency.com, www.dressedforlove.com
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Check out Cat’s podcast, Dear Matchmaker: https://open.spotify.com/show/5qwBS3vqsgceP53yJncc92
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Laurie chats with fellow matchmaker Alex Mellor-Brook from across the pond!
Alex Mellor-Brook is an Accredited International Matchmaker, Science-Based Coach, and Dating & Relationship Expert, Co-founder and Managing Director of the Multi-Award-Winning Select Personal Introductions, a distinguished matchmaking and dating service renowned for providing high-end services to successful singles, professionals, celebrities, entrepreneurs, and millionaires at regional, UK and international levels. His portfolio extends to coaching high-profile celebrities from 'The Real Housewives of Cheshire' and Coleen and Linda Nolan for 'At Home with The Nolan's'. With over 25 years of experience, Alex has cultivated expertise in navigating the complex landscape of matchmaking, dating, and relationships, consistently enabling singles and couples to establish and nurture healthy relationships.
Visit Alex’s website at https://www.selectpersonalintroductions.co.uk/
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http://instagram.com/selectpersonalintroductions
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexmellorbrook/
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This week, Laurie talks to local Charlotte single and REALTOR, Tara Neperud. Originally from Seattle, she’s been in Charlotte for 25 years. She’s been separated/divorced for 5 years and has two grown children. They talk about everything from long distance dating to the little things that make all the difference.
Find Tara on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/charlottearearealestate/
Find Tara on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/taraneperud_realtor/
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You loved Laurie answering your questions a few weeks ago! So this week, she’s back to answer more of your questions on love and dating!
If you have a question you’d like to ask her for an upcoming episode, join the group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/singlesinthecarolinas OR message her on social media!
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Matlin Pessarra is a solo mom to a toddler and a business owner in Charlotte, NC. During her first career as an elementary school teacher, she developed a passion for decluttering and organizing. In 2017, that passion was turned into Minimized, a full-time organizing business. Juggling becoming a full-time single parent while keeping a service business afloat during the pandemic, her dating life was pushed to the side until more recently. She's now learning the dating scene again and discovering the new challenges that being a single parent brings to the dating process.
Learn more about Matlin’s work at https://getminimized.com/
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Happy Valentine’s Day! This week, Laurie answers your questions about dating and relationships from her Singles in the Carolinas facebook group! If you have a question you’d like to ask her for an upcoming episode, join the group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/singlesinthecarolinas OR message her on social media!
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Sandra Weber is a mind + body mentor empowering her clients to rebuild a mind/body connection. She has had over a decade of experience in hands on clinical bodywork and is now using that experience to assist her clients in reducing or preventing chronic pain through mind/body awareness. Sandra owns and operates Integrative Bodywork By Sandra Weber in Charlotte, North Carolina. When she is not working with clients in the treatment room, she host trainings for corporate and private groups providing ACTIONABLE steps to rebuild the mind body connection. Elevating clients physical, mental and emotional well-being is the foundation of the #RELENTLESS mindset.
Learn more about Sandra and her work at http://integrativebodyworknc.com and http://ri3consulting.com
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Charlotte Warren began making dating-related TikToks in May 2022, following a silly conversation with friends debating the definition of the term "dating". After enjoying her first "viral moment", she continued on with making content in the dating niche, using humorous powerpoints and visual aids. Themes of her content often focus on defining modern day dating buzzwords, current trends and others' viral dating stories. In addition to TikTok, Charlotte's content expanded to her own podcast, the Peasant Party Podcast, featuring a diverse mix of guests and answering listeners' top dating questions via the Mailbag.
Check out the Business Insider article on LinkedIn being used for dating here: https://www.businessinsider.com/linkedin-is-a-dating-app-remote-work-online-romance-2024-1
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This week, Laurie sits down with Nichole Eaton to talk about learning to trust your intuition in every aspect of your life.
Nichole Eaton is an intuitive therapist, two-time author with her latest book, “Rock Your Comeback: The Down-to-Earth Guide to Reclaiming Your Power,” host of the Rock Your Comeback podcast, and creator of the online space The Comeback Club. She has brought dynamic transformation to thousands of clients with her unique style that interweaves her experience as both a mental health counselor and an intuitive. Nichole has a passion for helping others break through blocks and reconnect with their personal power to completely transform their life.
Learn more about Nichole at http://www.nicholeeaton.com
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This week, Laurie speaks with renowned relationship coach and dating expert, Dr. Frankie Bashan!
Dr. Frankie Bashan is a licensed clinical psychologist with over two decades of experience working with couples and individuals and specialized training in the field of trauma. She also received her board certification in sex therapy in 2022. She possesses a unique combination of formal training, innate emotional intelligence, and communication skills that allow her to help couples struggling with relationship issues of all kinds.
Dr. Frankie is the CEO & Founder of LittleGayBook.com, which focuses on personalized matchmaking and singles events for lesbians, bisexual women, and trans women and has successfully connected couples across the United States for the last decade and a half.
In 2022 Dr. Frankie presented a TedX talk focusing on the topic of sexual fluidity. You can view it here: https://youtu.be/mIjAqACtCLg
Her latest venture is as CEO & Founder of LittleBlackBookMatchmaking.com, specializing in personalized matchmaking and singles events for heterosexual singles.
Dr. Frankie’s coaching is based in Northern California, but clients can access her services via Zoom from around the globe.
You can follow Dr. Frankie:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/littlegaybook
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IG: https://www.instagram.com/drfrankiebashan/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/littlegaybook/
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Laurie chats with award-winning international dating and relationship expert Hunt Ethridge! They discuss how he works with clients out in the wild and shows them how to approach people. Plus, they talk about dating in New York City and what he hears and sees from single women there.
Hunt Ethridge is an award-winning international dating and relationship expert with over 15 years experience helping people become the best, most dateable versions of themselves. While the focus of his coaching is on making someone empirically more dateable, the lessons learned translate very easily into personal and professional lives. The emphasis is on confidence building, leadership, image and style, conversation skills, creating chemistry, reconnecting with fun and more.
He has been featured in over 100 different media outlets, including AlleyWatch, CNN, The New York Times, Playboy and GQ.
Follow Hunt on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/questforadvice/
Check out Hunt’s YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/huntster44
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Today, Laurie chats with legendary matchmaker, Julie Ferman!
A professional matchmaker & dating coach since 1990 with over 1,300 success story couples, Julie Ferman is truly legendary in the dating industry. She is an edu-taining guest expert, easy to schedule with, lively and engaging, and she brings to your audience decades of media and public speaking experience. Using real live examples and stories galore, Julie’s spot on, courageous, compassionate advice for men and women who are out there in the dating trenches is always well received.
Julie is the host of the Cupid’s Coach Podcast and has produced over 500 singles events since launching her matchmaking agency in 2002 in L.A and she is a frequent speaker at global matchmaking industry conferences.
Learn more about Julie at http://www.JulieFerman.com
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This week, Laurie talks with fellow matchmakers Sarah Kathryn Walmsley and Jennifer Miotke! The matchmakers talk about the discrepancy between who clients say they are looking for versus who might be excellent partners, amongst other topics!
Sarah Kathryn Walmsley, with over 20-years in the dating industry, is one of the most respected names in matchmaking. She has been profiled as an authority on relationships and singles issues by The Wall Street Journal, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, Cosmopolitan, Men’s Health, and many others. And, her expertise has led to more than 400 marriages.
Jennifer Miotke is truly passionate about bringing people together and has been a matchmaker for more than 15 years. What makes her unique as a matchmaker is that she used dating services, dated online, and ultimately met her husband through a matchmaker. She is heavily connected in the matchmaking industry and regularly attends conferences with matchmakers and date coaches all over the country.
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Learn more about Sarah and Jennifer at https://www.1on1matchmaking.com/
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This week, Laurie welcomes fellow matchmaker Gabriella Aratow to the podcast! They share matchmaking stories, insight into what they see and hear from clients and Gabriella shares what it’s like to be single and a matchmaker.
After tremendous success with a national firm, in 2020 she founded KIS, Keeper Introduction Services, a boutique matchmaking firm with clients across the nation. She was a featured presenter at the Matchmaking Institute's London 2018 summit, speaking on ‘Matchmaking as a Collaborative Process.’ You can also see Gabriella matchmaking in-action on The Learning Channel’s hit 2022 show, “I Am Shauna Rae.”
Gabriella believes the desire to love and be loved is the universal tie to humanity and the very invitation to leading an exemplary life.
Gabriella holds a BA in film studies from Cornell University and an MFA in writing from Columbia University. She has served on the Los Angeles chapter of PEN America, whose mission it is to celebrate creative expression and defend the liberties that make it possible.
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Check out Gabriella’s database at https://keeperintros.com/
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Laurie sits down today with Carolinas Matchmaker’s Membership Director, Julie Labbe! Julie is committed to helping people identify the real challenges they face in their dating life, set fun and realistic goals, and put programs in place that lead to relationship success.
The two talk about what it’s like to work with the online dating team and some of their success stories.
Julie Labbe is a respected leader in the matchmaking and coaching industry and is responsible for hundreds of relationships and marriages. She understands the value of a smart and thoughtful dating strategy and is committed to finding the best solution for every individual she meets. She knows that along with the tangible and practical skills needed for dating, women need a proper mindset to date well and attract the love of their life!
Julie and her husband have two college-aged boys and make family and friends a priority. Julie loves to hike, paddleboard and is an avid gardener. She is actively involved in her community and sits on the board of a non-profit that supports urban youth.
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This week, Laurie gets into all things sex with sexologist Michal Naisteter!
Michal Naisteter has a passion for connecting people, fostering healthy relationships, and educating on human sexuality. She's more than just a matchmaker; she's a super-connector.
Michal earned her Bachelor's degree from Penn State University and a Master of Education in Human Sexuality from Widener University. With over five years of experience helping clients find loving relationships in Philadelphia, she's dedicated to helping her clients find loving, lasting relationships.
Learn more about Michal at https://michalmatches.com/
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Today, Laurie welcomes Dawn Wiggins!
Dawn Wiggins is a Florida-based licensed marriage and family therapist in private practice for the last 15 years. She’s also trained in multiple modalities from EMDR to EFT tapping. She’s the founder of Dawn Wiggins Therapy, with two therapy offices in Boca Raton and Key Largo, serving clients in Palm Beach County and Monroe County, Florida, and providing HIPPA-compliant video online therapy for those who are not able to commute.
She received her masters and specialist degree from the University of Florida, specializing in marriage and family therapy using a systems approach, which teaches the philosophy that when one part of a system changes, the entire system is changed.
Dawn thinks in analogies and will use her understanding of the person sitting in front of her to teach them things in a way they can relate to it, whether it’s cars or sports or movies or nature. As the only child of a roughneck dude (aka, the son he never had), Dawn knows about tools and science and cars and boats. She is a self-proclaimed Jack (Jane) of All Trades, Master of Self … not none.
Learn about Dawn and her work at https://mycoachdawn.com/
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Laurie chats with celebrity matchmaker Alessandra Conti about what it’s like matching up the stars! Plus, the two nerd out over Taylor Swift and talk about what successful women seeking successful men need to know.
Alessandra Conti is a Celebrity Matchmaker & Co-Founder of Matchmakers In The City, an old-school, personal Matchmaking firm headquartered in Beverly Hills. Conti is the Celebrity Matchmaker for shows like NBC’s Access Hollywood, an upcoming show on Bravo, and was a Matchmaker behind 2 seasons of MTV's, Are You The One. Her dating, relationship, and business advice has been featured on Forbes, Fox News, The New York Times, The LA Times, and more.
For 11 years, Alessandra has worked with Clients ranging from celebrities to young professionals, and leads a team of 7 Matchmakers responsible for hundreds of marriages.
Learn more about Alessandra at www.matchmakersinthecity.com
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This week, Laurie speaks with Dawn Maslar-Biggie MS on the science behind why and how you fall in love!
Dawn Maslar-Biggie MS is an adjunct biology professor, writer and researcher of the science of love. She is the TEDx speaker on How Your Brain Falls In Love with 5.8 million views and the author of the book Men Chase, Women Choose: The Neuroscience of Meeting, Dating, Losing Your Mind, and Finding True Love (Oct 2016). She has been featured on South Florida Today, in the Miami Herald and on NPR.
Buy her book on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Men-Chase-Women-Choose-Neuroscience/dp/0757319254/
Watch her Ted Talk!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eyq2Wo4eUDg
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I’m so excited to have Matchmaker Maria back on the podcast! We dig into so many great topics, including…
- Changes in the online dating app Tinder - your friends and family can play matchmaker
- Talks about what’s important - getting to the 80%
- Getting married at a young age
- Explains her "green theory"
- Changing traditions in dating
Maria Avgitidis, better known as Matchmaker Maria, is the CEO of Agape Match and the host of the dating and relationship podcast, Ask a Matchmaker.
A trail blazer in the dating industry, Maria provides an intuitive perspective to help guide singles out of dating fatigue and into fun, happy, and healthy relationships. Maria’s dating advice has been featured on The Washington Post, The NY Times, Today Show, CBS Morning and many other outlets.
Follow Matchmaker Maria on Instagram at http://instagram.com/matchmakermaria
Check out Ask a Matchmaker podcast on Apple and Spotify
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This week, Laurie welcomes fellow matchmaker Ella Scaduto to the podcast! They talk about speed dating, some great flirting techniques, and how specifically men can approach women in the wild! Plus, Ella shares some great tips for opening lines, how to get a phone number, and how to make a great first impression.
Ella is a dynamic force in the world of matchmaking and date coaching. Smoky Mountain Matchmaker was created for one specific purpose in mind, helping Tennesseans find and build the lifelong, authentic, meaningful relationships they deserve. Ella's unwavering dedication extends beyond conventional expectations as she strives to empower singles within the community to navigate the complexities of the dating world. Her efforts have established her as a trusted beacon for singles not only in Tennessee but also beyond, providing a reliable and invaluable resource.
Ella exclusively works with a select group of individuals, ensuring an exquisite boutique experience tailored to their needs. With a remarkable background of nearly a decade in professional matchmaking and date coaching, Ella brings a wealth of expertise to the table. By cultivating strong relationships within her local community and professional network spanning the globe, she offers exceptional service to her esteemed clients.
Read her article about the triangle technique at https://www.yourtango.com/love/triangle-technique-flirt-using-eye-contact
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Today, Laurie chats one on one with YOU about relationships. If you’ve been in, or know someone, who is in a relationship that isn’t reciprocal you know it can be painful. Laurie talks about why this happens, the different types of attachment styles and what you can do for yourself to help you through this situation. How do you retrain your mind and get out of the anxious mindset? This podcast will help you through it!
Laurie Berzack, MSW has more than a decade of professional matchmaking and coaching experience. She started Carolinas Matchmaker with the goal of helping her clients find the genuine, lifelong partnerships they deserve. Laurie has hand-selected a talented team and grown Carolinas Matchmaker into a trusted resource for singles in the Carolinas and beyond.
Laurie intentionally works with only a handful of clients at a time to ensure white glove care and attention. She is a founding member of the international Matchmakers Alliance. Laurie and her clients have enjoyed stunning success, with 4 out of 5 finding lasting love as a result of becoming a client.
Media outlets routinely seek out Laurie’s expertise. She has been featured in international and national outlets including U.S. News & World Report, O, The Oprah Magazine, Cosmopolitan, Bustle, POPSUGAR and Romper; and local media including The Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Magazine, Today’s Charlotte Woman, SouthPark Magazine, South Charlotte Weekly, Ballantyne Magazine, WFAE’s Charlotte Talks, and Charlotte’s FOX, CBS and NBC television affiliates.
In 2016 Laurie created the pioneering Philanthrodating™ series as a way of giving back to local nonprofits while giving community-minded singles a chance to meet people with the same values. The trailblazing series has raised more than $20,000 for local nonprofits in less than three years.
Laurie earned a master’s degree in Social Work with a concentration in Community Organization from Wurzweiler School of Social Work, a division of Yeshiva University in New York, NY. Prior to Wurzweiler she received a BA in English and Psychology from Emory University in Atlanta, GA.
Laurie has been happily married for more than 28 years and has two sons. The happiness she finds in her family life is what she wishes for all of her clients, and it’s what drives her passion for matchmaking and relationship coaching.
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This week, Laurie talks with social media maven Meredith Dean on how your social media presence is connected to your dating life!
Meredith Dean is a digital branding & career consultant, community builder, travel & lifestyle content creator (3 million + impressions on social media), university educator, former journalist, and speaker & entrepreneur focused on DEI initiatives.
She's the CEO and Founder of The Dean's List, a digital branding & career consulting firm that has helped over 350 clients around the world level up their personal brand through online portfolios, social media coaching & workshops, career counseling & more. Some of her high-profile clients include Miss America, Netflix stars, OWN actors, CNN journalists, NFL reporters, and Bachelor contestants. Dean's extensive journalism background working for CNN, Fox, CBS, and Ryan Seacrest Studios has made her a powerful content creator & bridge builder with diverse audiences. She has collaborated with Google Travel, YouTube Shorts, the Carolina Panthers, Charlotte Hornets, AC Hotels, W Hotel in Costa Rica, and Bumble. Most importantly, her uplifting culture stands on the core values of collaboration, the celebration of diversity, and human empowerment – seen through her signature events the 20 Under 20 Awards for youth, International Retreat Meetups, and Dean’s List Dinners.
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This week, Laurie is joined by Tony Smith, the Founder, Owner and Cupid for Denver’s Cupid: Colorado’s Gay Matchmaker!
Denver’s Cupid is the only LGBTQ Matchmaking Service in Colorado and one of only a few in the USA. Tony specializes in “The Art of Matchmaking and the Power of Connection” via personal, private and boutique matchmaking along with social and speed dating events. Tony is a 20+ year resident of Denver and along with making connections, other specialties are event production, civic navigation, marketing and PR.
Tony resigned from his 18-year career with Cherry Creek Arts Festival to run for Denver City Council in 2019, where his campaign theme of ‘connection’ lead to his inspiration for creating Denver’s Cupid. He continues to serve the community via boards and Commissions including his current Denver Mayoral appointment to the Commission on Aging and formerly the Commission on Cultural Affairs, Parks and Rec Advisory Board, LGBT Commission, the Colorado Dragon Boat Festival, the Colorado Gay Volleyball Association and the Federation of Gay Games.
Tony and his husband of 20 years live in Congress Park and believe “Everyone Deserves Love.”
Donate to The Center on Colfax at https://lgbtqcolorado.org
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This week, Laurie talks to one of her clients, an eligible bachelor named Will! Alongside Laurie’s matchmaking, Will has been testing the waters with online dating. He’s gained some great insight into what’s been working and shares it with YOU to help you find the love of your life.
Want to meet Will? Fill out a profile at http://carolinasmatchmaker.com and say I WANT TO MEET WILL in the comments!
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This week, Laurie shares with you an amazing single woman in the Carolinas - Joy!
Joy is a real estate broker in Charlotte, NC who specializes in new construction. She has a massive love for people and for turning dreams into realities. She is affectionately known as “THE FRIEND COLLECTOR.” Some people collect shoes or witty coffee mugs, but Joy has an effortless way of collecting friends wherever she goes. When she is not working, you can catch her exploring new places, spending quality time with friends and her massive family, getting a workout in, creating content, and truly savoring every day.
You can connect with her on all socials at JOY FARLEY or @jumpforpurejoy
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This week, Laurie chats with an eligible single in the Carolinas… meet Katherine! She’s 51 years young and a business professional looking for a fellow world traveler! She’s also looking to potentially move (think large cities!) and open to dating elsewhere.
Watch this week’s episode on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@Carolinasmatchmaker
Interested in meeting Katherine? Fill out a profile at http://carolinasmatchmaker.com and mention that you want to meet Katherine from the podcast!
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Not long ago, Sarah Franklin’s friend saw a man in a Kroger parking lot that was just her type. Her friend hooked them up and they went on a date! Sarah shared the story on TikTok and it’s been seen over 2 million times- a testament to random encounters, matchmaker friends, and fun story time!
Sarah joins Laurie on this week’s podcast to talk about Kroger man, her dating life and about her own personal journey to learn and love herself.
Sarah is an optimistic, enthusiastic, hype-girl who by day is an association professional and special event makeup artist. By night, she shares dating insights on TikTok. She became a single-mom five years ago after divorcing the only person she ever dated. She has navigated the dating world with a lot of humor and collected great stories along the way -- she's learned to love herself through faith, fitness, and reflection.
Watch the original video at https://www.tiktok.com/@sarahfranklinky/video/7212415861640940842
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This week, Laurie speaks with Lora, a single woman in the Carolinas, about her previous marriage and how that affected her and how it has impacted her dating life today.
Interested in possibly meeting Lora? Fill out a dating profile at http://carolinasmatchmaker.com and write in the additional comments that you are interested in Lora from the podcast!
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This week, Laurie chats with Sydney Duarte.
Sydney Duarte is a Change Agent, Adventure Enthusiast, Motivational Speaker, Retreat Leader, Muralist, Immersive Art Installation Artist, Graphic Designer, Owner at Duarte Designs and creator of all things magic. Sydney is an interdisciplinary artist who creates to elicit multi-sensory experiences through her work. Engaging the audience in play through her large-scale murals and interactive art installations. She enhances each new environment by adding 3D and illusionary elements to transform the most unlikely of spaces. Her work with art and yoga go hand in hand by bringing community together to spark inspiration + ignite healing within everyone that she comes in contact with. She guides others to step out of their comfort zones to embrace new experiences and live a life they love and settle for nothing less than extraordinary.
Yoga event happening now until April 11: https://www.thetravelinggypsy.org/shout
Sydney’s Favorite Charity: Learn about the Yorenka Tasorentsi Institute at https://www.theboafoundation.org/proj/yorenka-tassorentsi-land-conservation
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Laurie is joined by Carolinas Matchmaker’s Director of Client Relations, Teresa Foss, who shares the process of what occurs after you fill out a profile on our website! We discuss the first call assessment of intentional dating, goals, and the process of hiring a matchmaker, in addition to client stories.
Teresa has worked in the dating industry for over a decade. She has worn many hats including Director of Matchmaking, Dating Coach, and Image Expert. Teresa, a natural empath, loves to help others by offering her expertise and guiding them in a thoughtful and supportive demeanor.
Ready to take the next step? Fill out a complimentary profile at http://carolinasmatchmaker.com and we will be in touch to speak with you directly!
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Teresa’s charity: Donate to the ASPCA at https://www.aspca.org/
Laurie chats with Morgan Conroy, content creator and consultant behind @sliceofclt, who shares tons of great date spots in the Queen City! Get ready to take some notes!
Morgan has a gift for bringing people together and building connections. She has turned her love of food and travel into a hobby as a local influencer, sharing and supporting local businesses throughout the Carolinas and more. She’s also single and shares what it’s like dating people she meets in person vs. people she meets online.
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Today, Laurie speaks with Thomas, who worked with Laurie recently in a one-on-one coaching session. Since then, he’s found himself in a new relationship! They talk about all the things they discussed during his season and what he’s learned through his dating life and marriages over the years.
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This week, Laurie talks with Lauren Corriher, a writer whose work has appeared in Southern Living, Condé Nast Traveler, Shape, Health, Parents, Axios Charlotte, Charlotte Magazine, and more. Lauren recently did a story about Carolinas Matchmaker for Axios Charlotte. She's a former dating and relationships podcaster who met her husband on Bumble. Lauren shares some stories from her own dating experiences as well as those she wrote about during her stint as the Blind Date series for Axios Charlotte!
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Professional portfolio: www.LaurenCorriher.com
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Axios Charlotte Article: https://charlotte.axios.com/317037/charlotte-singles-are-turning-to-matchmaker-laurie-berzack-to-take-the-drudgery-out-of-online-dating/
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This week, Laurie speaks with Michelle! She’s a teacher, make-up artist and overall amazing woman who, since her divorce, has had some crazy dating stories! She shares them with us, as well as what she’s doing for self care as she’s looking for a long term partner.
Interested in possibly meeting Michelle? Fill out a dating profile at http://carolinasmatchmaker.com and write in the additional comments that you are interested in Michelle from the podcast!
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Meet Heidi! She’s single in the Carolinas and ready to meet someone with a goal of marriage and family! Laurie chats with her about her dating journey, what she recently learned in a one-on-one session with Carolinas Matchmaker and shares what she’s looking for in a man!
Interested in meeting Heidi? Fill out a profile at http://carolinasmatchmaker.com and mention Heidi in the notes!
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Eligible Bachelorette Alert! Today, you’re going to meet Ashley Jones. She’s a commercial banker in the financial industry by day and yogi at night. She divorced in her 30s and really learned about herself and life since. She shares how she’s more confident now in her 50s than she was in her 20s and 30s. Plus, after going through a recent break up, she shares what she’s looking for in a man now.
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Joining Laurie is her podcast producer and humorist, Matt Haze! For the last year, Matt has been in a long distance relationship with someone that lives 2,000 miles away. The two talk about that and how Matt had to go on a journey to love himself before he could love someone else.
Matt Haze is a humorist, entrepreneur and media personality who has entertained millions online, on TV and on radio for over 20(ish) years. Known as the comedy brain behind the (slightly) well known @30RockTree twitter account, Matt's unique observational comedy is destined to make you laugh and think. He's also the host of the Meet a Stranger podcast, where he strives to help others connect with people they don't know while he does it all around the world. Matt is the founder of Haze Creative, a boutique creative media company that has helped everyone from Emmy award winning hosts, entrepreneurs, brands and everyone in between.
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Check out the Meet a Stranger podcast at…
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-a-stranger/id1624565485
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1QJqZCICH7mYa7jrISduvF
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This week, Laurie speaks with fellow dating and relationship expert Erika Ettin! The two share some great tips on how to be prepared and not feel as anxious on dates, as well as some juicy details on some recent client success stories!
Erika Ettin is the Founder of A Little Nudge, a consulting company that helps people navigate the world of online dating, from first click to first date. She is also the author of the book Love at First Siteand the co-host of the dating podcast So, We Met Online…
Erika studied economics at Cornell University and received her MBA from Georgetown. She started A Little Nudge in 2011 (after a seven-year career as an economist). She is responsible for many relationships, marriages, and the confidence some people simply need to “get out there.”
A Little Nudge has been featured in media around the country, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, NPR, CBS, and Ask Men, and she currently writes a weekly syndicated dating column.
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Today, Laurie speaks with Corri Smith! Corri’s love story is unique on so many levels - she was ready to be single for the rest of her life, found a guy during the pandemic and got married to him in a cemetery! Corri lives life on her own terms and offers some great insights on how to create your own story, your way.
Corri Smith is the owner of Black Wednesday, a Charlotte-based Marketing and PR company focused on personifying brands through creative, innovative, and organic strategies. With community-building as a focus, BW helps brands tell their stories in unique ways; specifically through use of PR, consultancy, social media, influencer marketing, events and design. Black Wednesday works with small to large size businesses, boasting clients like Chopt Creative Salad Co., Premier Inc., Movement Mortgage, Viva Chicken, Third & Urban, and more.
Learn more about Corri and Black Wednesday at…
blackwednesday.co
@blackwedco on social:Instagram |Twitter |Facebook
@corriasmith on social: Instagram | Twitter
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This week, Laurie talks with her photographer BFF, Laura Thompkins! Laura is responsible for many of the amazing photos Laurie’s clients use in their dating profiles in Charlotte. But today, the two talk about self love and body image and how Laura learned to love herself.
Laura Tompkins, owner of Laurel Belle Photography & Branding, is a branding, headshot + content curation photographer. She helps brands create cohesive, beautiful imagery for their websites, blogs, social media accounts + promotional materials. She also helps brands create stunning, easy-to-use websites full of call-to-actions + alt-text so you can worry more about the other parts of your business. As a brand expert she creates brand boards, logos & Instagrams that attract ideal clients.
Laura's passions are her confidence boosting photography sessions for women AND her one-of-a-kind portrait experience sessions for teen and tween girls, The Confidence Project. She finds total happiness in helping women and girl's feel like their best selves through the beauty of photography.
Learn more at www.laurelbellephotography.com
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We start the new year on a great start with life coach Colleen Odegaard on how to wake up your life!
Colleen Odegaard is an Emmy award-winning broadcast journalist, TV host, certified life coach, video and media coach, and the host of the Wake Up To Your Life podcast. Her podcast was voted Best of the Best by Charlotte Magazine readers in 2021 and 2022.
She wants all of us to stop living on autopilot and “wake up” to creating richer, fuller lives through self-awareness and mindfulness.
Colleen relates to her clients and listeners with her personal stories, a sense of humor, and practical steps we can all take to create positive changes in our lives.
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Learn more about Colleen at https://wakeuptoyourlife.net/
Colleen’s charity: Congregation for Kids - https://www.cfknc.org/
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Is there such a thing as “dating” over 50? What is it like in today’s dating age? Laurie talks about it with Charlotte radio personality Janine Davis!
Janine Davis started her radio career over 30 years ago on the nationally syndicated "Tom Joyner Morning Show." Now she’s on the air every weekday from 10am to 3pm on The Janine Davis Show on V101.9, WBAV-FM.
Known as "JD The Diva", she delivers a spicy, bold and highly energetic radio show with celebrity gossip and current events. She also offers some of her best dance moves during one of my show favs — going LIVE on Facebook and mingling with members of my "Hunni Hive."
In 2003, she created a non-profit organization — Girl Talk Foundation, Inc. — that hosts character-building programs that develop girls’ (ages 11-16) self-awareness, self-management and social competence. GirlTalk has impacted more than 30,000 girls and their families.
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Laurie has a chat today with fellow Matchmaker May Bugenhagen!
May Bugenhagen is a Professional Matchmaker and Dating Coach. She owns the boutique matchmaking company Two Asian Matchmakers and has been making successful matches since 2009. May helps successful and accomplished men in the U.S. find an Asian partner in the US and Asia.
May has appeared in Cosmopolitan, Los Angeles Magazine, Huffington Post, Yahoo Life, and numerous other publications. With her clients’ interests at heart and strong work ethic to help her clients find THE ONE, May has enjoyed a 71% success rate.
May lives near Colorado Springs, CO with her husband, two dogs, and three cats.
Learn more about May at http://www.TwoAsianMatchmakers.com
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Today, Laurie chats with body language expert Blanca Cobb to give you insight on interpreting body language and how this can help with dating to decipher cues you are both receiving and giving.
Blanca Cobb is an internationally recognized body language expert who’s been featured on national television shows such as the Steve Harvey Show, TODAY Show, Megyn Kelly TODAY, Dr. Oz, Dr. Drew, CNN, Face the Truth, The Doctors to name a few as well as publications around the world such as Cosmopolitan, Us Weekly, Elite Daily, Business Insider, Elle, Daily Mail. Blanca shares her expertise weekly on a CBS affiliate in North Carolina.
Blanca helps singles and couples clarify and mend communication issues, mismatched love languages, and suspicions of mistrust with her Relationship Rx tips in order to build healthier and happier relationships. By understanding the use of certain verbal cues along with body language and learning to detect deception techniques, she teaches you how to evaluate whether you are receiving the love, care, and respect you deserve. Sometimes, it isn’t what’s said but seen that can either keep you together or break you apart.
Visit Blanca’s website at http://blancacobb.com
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Today, Laurie chats with one of her former clients to talk about how she was able to help her find love utilizing Carolinas Matchmakers’ Online Dating Management Program! Sarah Guidry shares what it’s like working with Laurie and her team, the process she went through and what she learned not only about love but about herself.
Are you ready to find the love of your life? Reach out to Laurie and her team today: http://carolinasmatchmaker.com
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This week, Laurie is joined by her friend Meryl Hunte, founder of the Connecting Kitchen, to talk about how cooking with your love interest or partner can be a great way to build intimacy, communication and even solve conflict!
The idea is that when you cook together you not only learn how to eat better, but you learn how to work together, respect each other and spend quality time together. You create lasting memories while learning life skills that are essential for a happy and healthy life. It’s not hard. It just takes some time, patience and practice.
Meryl’s favorite charity: https://communityculinary.org
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This week, Lauren has a chat with Charlotte Yoga expert, Lauren Nixon. You’ll hear about her journey to living a life she fully loves!
Lauren Nixon is creator of CHAKTI Yoga, E-RYT Yoga teacher, CHEK Exercise practitioner and a Holistic Health Coach. She is a baby soul communicator and medium channeler for the Team of Light.
Lauren is a proud mother of two star seeds (Eli & Stella) and married to her soulmate, best friend andRebelLion Podcast co-host, Shawn Nixon. She is a lifelong athlete; competing in triathlon and marathons, including the XTERRA World Championship. She has in-depth training in Yoga, Kundalini, Pilates, specialty group fitness and personal training.
Lauren offers 1:1 coaching, training courses and workshops to teach people how to heal and how to thrive in this human experience and provides specific courses for women to embody their magic. Her current offerings are at CHAKTI.com and LaurenNixon.net.
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Laurie is so excited to have Ramona Holloway on this week’s episode! Ramona and Laurie have a real heart to heart about dealing with a sick parent and what it’s like dating when you’re a public figure! Plus, they start the work for Ramona to manifest her dream man!
Ramona calls it just “sharing life” when she talks about her 30-year career in media, motivational speaking and event hosting. She is one half of the “Matt and Ramona Show,” which originates from Charlotte. The “Matt and Ramona Show” has been nominated for radio’s prestigious Marconi Award. Ramona is the 2009, 2010 and 2011 winner of the Alliance for Women in Media’s Gracie Award for radio comedy. She has been named Best Radio Personality three times by “Charlotte Magazine.”
Comfortable in front of the camera as well, Ramona co-hosted NBC Charlotte’s “Charlotte Today” for two years; she and Matt hosted “News Edge” on WCCB-TV in Charlotte for four years. She also served as a part-time anchor for WBNS-TV in Columbus, Ohio, and co-host of WOSU-TV’s “Viewpoint” program.
Ramona is a big believer in giving back to the community. She sets aside time each month to volunteer with numerous charitable organizations and created an all-ages inclusive fundraiser called #FamilyDancePartyCLT to support local charities and teach the next generation about philanthropy.
Learn more about Ramona at https://www.ramonaholloway.com/home
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Ramon’s Charity of Choice: https://www.alz.org/
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This week, Laurie has such a fun chat about everything in the dating world with one of her BFFs, Matchmaker Maria!
Maria Avgitidis Pyrgiotakis is the CEO of Agape Match, an award winning matchmaking service based out of NYC, and the host of the dating and relationship podcast, Ask a Matchmaker.
A trail blazer in the dating industry, Maria provides an intuitive perspective to help guide singles out of dating fatigue and into fun, happy, and healthy relationships. Maria’s dating advice has been featured on The NY Times, CBS Mornings, The Washington Post, Good Morning America, The Today Show, Esquire, Elle, and many other outlets.
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It’s time to meet some eligible singles! This week, Laurie introduces you to some of her current clients as well as two amazing women who are looking for love!
Want to see what they look like and feel their energy? Visit our YouTube channel to see them!
Interested in potentially meeting them? Simply fill out a complimentary profile at http://carolinasmatchmaker.com and add into the additional notes who you are interested in meeting. If it’s a potential match we will reach out to you for an interview! No fees are involved.
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This week it’s all about style! Looking your best so you feel your best on dates! And Laurie has just the person to help you get ready: her in-house stylist Belle Rape!
Belle is a multifaceted, marketing strategist with a focus on image consulting and wardrobe styling. Her 20-year history in the marketing industry and entrepreneurial spirit help her cultivate a personal brand style for her clients. Together, they curate enduring wardrobes that speak to who they are and what sets them apart. She has worked with brands such as Tiffany & Co., Pepsi, Google, Rack Room Shoes, and Off Broadway Shoe Warehouse.
Belle is a graduate of Campbell University where she met her husband of 20 years. She holds her global certification in Project Management (PMP) which helps keep all details of her client's requests well organized, structured, and completed in a timely manner. When she's not elevating wardrobes and her client's confidence, you can be sure to find her toes in the sand and her husband by her side.
Belle's Charity: Congregations for Kids
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This week is a deep dive into the world of online dating. Communicating with someone though an app can be quite difficult! How do you show who you are through your words? How do you know what a potential match is really like?!
Laurie chats with someone who literally wrote the book on the topic: Mimi Winsberg!
Dr. Mimi Winsberg is a Stanford-trained psychiatrist with over twenty-five years of clinical experience. She is a cofounder and chief medical officer of the telehealth startup Brightside and has been the on-site psychiatrist at the Facebook Wellness Center. She has a B.A. in Neuroscience from Harvard College.
Her first book, Speaking in Thumbs, guides you from online dating to courtship to relationships in the realm of texting and communication. Laurie has made it required reading for her clients!
Learn more about Mimi at http://www.drwinsberg.com/
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This week, Laurie is excited to be chatting with Liz Hilliard and Lee Kennelly! Liz and Lee became friends when the two were previously married to other partners. Their bond grew and over time, they changed their lives and became life partners!
Liz and Lee share how meeting each other led to living their authentic lives, and how you can do the same.
Liz Hilliard is an author, motivational speaker, personal & group trainer, and owner &
creator of Hilliard Studio Method (HSM) – an internationally-renowned, core-centric,
Pilates-based workout that uses the latest techniques to get the heart rate pumping and
sweat dripping – uses that mantra daily to empower and encourage women of all
generations and fitness levels to accept themselves as they are and keep moving.
Since 2007, followers around the world have changed the way they look and feel by
using her unique, proven, and unparalleled Method. Described as “Pilates on steroids,”
HSM is a core-centric, total-body workout that is both safe and effective. An
entrepreneur and business owner who established HSM in her 50s, Liz helps women at
any stage of life sculpt strong, healthy, beautiful bodies and minds while inspiring clients
of all ages to chase their dreams by fostering an inclusive, welcoming community.
Available in all 50 states as well as internationally with an online streaming platform, live
Zoom classes, and fully stocked wellness boutique out of the flagship studio in
Charlotte, NC, the HSM brand continues to grow and evolve and now includes the wildly
popular Hilliard Studio Podcast, which she co-hosts with HSM Director of Training, Lee
Kennelly. Liz’s first book, Be Powerful: Find Your Strength at Any Age is not only the story of how she created her signature Method, but also how she found the strength to
overcome one of her most challenging life events and inspires others to find their
authentic and most powerful selves.
Lee Kennelly is Hilliard Studio Method® certified and Director of Training. Sports, dance and fitness have always been a part of her life, and her first career was as an elementary school teacher and tutor, so it was a natural fit to combine her passions and join Liz and Clary in 2012 as an HSM trainer. As Director of Training, Lee has an innovative and creative approach to designing classes that are motivating, constantly evolving and take into account all levels of fitness. “HSM encompasses overall wellness. The workout is fun, results-oriented and creates a strong body from the inside out. The Lifestyle of healthy eating and of fueling the body provided me with a healthy body image for the first time in my adult life. The value of that is a priceless gift.”
Philanthrodating: Donate to Team Cameron Gray for St. Jude Fundraiser
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This week, Laurie digs into what it’s like being a matchmaker with fellow matchmaker, Shae Primus!
Shae Primus (otherwise known as Middle Class Matchmaker) is the owner of MCMatchmaker.com, a boutique matchmaking, & dating coaching business for Black Single Professionals in Atlanta. Since 2013, Shae has matched 300+ couples. She’s also a cast member of Bravo’s Love Match Atlanta!
Shae has an undergraduate degree in Communications from Clark Atlanta University, a graduate degree in Human Resources & Organizational Development from The University of Georgia and is all but dissertation on her PhD in Training & Performance Improvement. Shae is Certified as Matchmaker from the Matchmaking Institute & Dating Coaching through the Relationship Coach Institute. Shae is also a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated. She is a Georgia Peach & Atlanta native & lives with her two children.
Learn more about Shae at mcmatchmaker.com
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This week is our first ever Singles Spotlight!
Laurie is going to introduce you to three eligible singles in the Carolinas that are looking for love! You’ll learn a little about them and what they’re looking for in a partner.
Want to see what they look like and feel their energy? Visit our YouTube channel to see them!
Interested in potentially meeting them? Simply fill out a complimentary profile on our website www.carolinasmatchmaker.com and add into the additional notes who you are interested in meeting. If it’s a potential match we will reach out to you for an interview! No fees are involved.
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This week, relationship coach Matthew Fray joins the podcast! Matthew and Laurie talk about how he’s using what he learned from his past relationships to help you not make the same mistakes in your own.
Matthew Fray is a relationship coach and author who leans on the lessons of his failed marriage and divorce to help others avoid making the same mistakes he did. His book "This is How Your Marriage Ends" (HarperOne) went on sale in March 2022. Fray has appeared in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, The Sunday Times (London), on ABC's Tamron Hall Show, and several other places.
Learn more about Matthew and his work at https://matthewfray.com/
Pick up a copy of "This is How Your Marriage Ends" on Amazon
Philanthrodating: Matt’s Charity of choice is "Haven of Rest Ministry" in Akron, Ohio - https://www.havenofrest.org/
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This week, Laurie gets real about relationships and sex as we get older with Nina Lorez Collins!
Nina Lorez Collins is the Chief Creative Officer for Revel, the leading events and community platform for women over 40, as well as the founder of The Woolfer, which Revel acquired in 2021. Her book, “What Would Virginia Woolf Do? And Other Questions I Ask Myself As I Attempt to Age Without Apology,” was published in April 2018. She’s a graduate of Barnard College, has a Masters degree from Columbia University in the field of Narrative Medicine, and a long professional background in book publishing, both as a literary scout and then as an agent. Nina is the board chair of the Brooklyn Public Library as well as a trustee of the publishing house Spiegel & Grau, and she also manages the literary estate of her late mother, the filmmaker and writer Kathleen Collins. She has four grown children and lives in Brooklyn.
Learn more about Revel at http://www.hellorevel.com/
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Nina's Charity is the Brooklyn Public Library or please support YOUR public library!
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Today, Laurie chats with The Love Doctor, Dr. Terri Orbuch!Dr. Orbuch is a world-renowned relationship expert, author, speaker, therapist, date and relationship coach, Distinguished Professor at Oakland University, Research Professor at University of Michigan Institute for Social Research, and media personality. She is also the director of a landmark study, funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), where she has been following the same couples for over 3 decades.Dr. Orbuch is widely published in scientific journals and the author of “5 Simple Steps to Take Your Marriage From Good to Great.” and “Finding Love Again: 6 Simple Steps to a New and Happy Relationship.” Her latest book, “Secrets to Surviving Your Children’s Love Relationships” was published in March 2022. Dr. Orbuchi’s Charity of Choice: Your local foodbank. Please consider donating today. Check out Dr. Orbuch's websiteFollow Dr. Orbuch on TwitterFind Dr. Orbuch on FacebookFollow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmakerTo learn more about Laurie and her team, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com
This week, Laurie chats with Megan Miller!
Megan Miller was recently listed as Disruptor Magazine’s Top 30 Female Entrepreneurs to look out for in 2022 and featured in the Know Women Publication as one of the top 100 women to know in the state of North Carolina. She is the owner of Megan Miller Marketing, LLC, and co-host of the popular podcast XM Divas, Megan is recognized in the non-profit and for-profit worlds for her creativity, drive, and leadership; she brings enthusiasm for new challenges and creative strategies.
Miller is also the founder of Opera Recycles, an environmental sustainability program that transforms unused marketing collateral into Couture Fashions. Her showcase has been featured during NYFW and Paris Fashion Week. Additionally, Miller created the first virtual Opera house during the pandemic for opera companies to utilize which brings the magic of opera into people’s homes while the theaters were closed.
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Megan's Charities...
Claire’s Army
St Jude’s
Cystic Fibrosis Charlotte chapter
American Red Cross Charlotte
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What does a wedding planner do when they’re planning their OWN wedding? We learn about that and more this week with Ivy Robinson, the Owner and Principal Designer of Ivy Robinson Events!
Laurie chats with Ivy about wedding planning and gets some great tips and insights you can use for your wedding. Plus, they talk about how Ivy found love a second time around!
Ivy has built a nationally respected reputation based on her network of talented professionals, cutting-edge style and convention-crushing design skill set. Ivy's work has been featured in national and regional publications including The Knot National & BRIDES magazine along with Martha Stewart Weddings, Carolina Bride and Charlotte Weddings. Ivy has also appeared on Style Network, CW Network and local CBS, NBC & FOX affiliates.
Learn more about Ivy at https://www.ivyrobinson.com/
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This week, Laurie is speaking with Molly Carmel!Molly Carmel, LCSW-R is a leading addictions and eating disorder therapist, and Founder of The Beacon Program (Beacon by MC), which offers individual and group solutions to help people break free from their destructive relationships with food and dieting. Known for her irreverent, “straight talk, no chaser” attitude, she’s also the author of the innovative book, Breaking Up with Sugar: A Plan to Divorce the Diets, Drop the Pounds, and Live Your Best Life and the host of the podcast, What You're Craving. Molly has made it her life’s mission to help people find a sustainable solution to the battle of obesity and related eating disorders. After battling an eating disorder for over 20 years and finding no solution in available treatment, she began her professional path and has never looked back. In addition to her extensive training in Substance Use and Eating Disorders, Molly is intensively trained in and has an undying love for Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. She is also a trained shaman, Reiki healer, and certified Tibetan bowl singing practitioner. Molly’s work has been featured on The Today Show, The Dr. Oz Show, Dateline NBC, Anderson Cooper 360, and Extreme Makeover as well as in People Magazine and the Los Angeles Times. Learn more about Molly and her work at mollycarmel.comFollow Molly on Instagram at @mollycarmelPhilathrodating:Molly’s Charities are the ACLU and The Wounded Warriors Follow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmaker To learn more about how Laurie and her team can help you, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com
Today, Laurie is chatting with Sarah Crosland! Not only is she the go-to person on all things food and travel related, she’s also someone who lives life on her own terms. Sarah has been traveling the world and sharing her experiences in articles and blogs for over a decade. She is the author of 100 Things to Do in Charlotte Before You Die, as well as Secret Charlotte: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure. Sarah currently works for Compass Group, the world's leading foodservice company, where she oversees its in-house creative agency.Follow Sarah on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/sarahcrosland/ To learn more about Sarah, visit https://www.sarahcrosland.com/ Philanthrodating: Sarah's charities are Refugee Support Services and Behany Follow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmaker To learn more about how Laurie and her team can help you find your match, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com
In this episode, Laurie chats with Nicole Sodoma, the founder of Sodoma Law and a marriage-loving divorce attorney! Nicole shares some tips on preventing divorce and if you are going down that road what the best practices are to make it as seamless as possible. Plus, we get the inside skinny on Nicole’s love journey!When Managing Principal & Founder Nicole Sodoma opened the doors to Sodoma Law in 2008, it was with the intention of building a different kind of law firm. Infusing her fresh perspective into everything she does, she focused on creating a culture of a “firm family” that showed commitment to clients, the team, and the community. This concept soon became known as “The Sodoma Way,” spurring the growth of the firm to a team of more than fifty across multiple states, and a client roster that includes professional athletes and neighbors alike.Sodoma is a graduate of Cumberland School of Law at Samford University, Family Law Litigator, Certified Parenting Coordinator, and Certified Collaborative Law Attorney. She is equally a mother to three boys, a friend to many, and a trusted advisor to thousands. Over the past twenty-five years, she has been recognized for her steadfast commitment to her clients, her entrepreneurship, her vision, and her community involvement. Quickly rising as a national authority on divorce and family law, her insights have been featured in The Today Show, The Wall Street Journal, Business Insider, The Washington Post, USA Today, Women’s Health Magazine, Parents Magazine and Care.com.You can follow Nicole on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedInLearn more about Nicole at http://www.nicolesodoma.com Follow Sodoma Law on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTubeLearn more about Sodoma Law at http://www.sodomalaw.com Philanthrodating: Nicole’s charity of choice is Madelyns Fund. https://madelynsfund.org Follow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmaker To learn more about how Laurie and her team can help you find love, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com
You wake up with him every morning on your TV. Now Laurie is here to learn more about the man who helps you get your day started… WBTV’s own John Carter! The two talk about John’s first marriage, what he learned from it and how he knew his current wife was “the one!”John Carter is a graduate from Appalachian State University. After school, he began working at WBTV. After years with the station, John left WBTV and formed his own video production business. He also opened what turned out to be a very successful comic book shop, Off The Wall Comics, in Lincolnton that he later turned over to his brother Allan.During his time away from WBTV, John became very involved in politics and was elected to the North Carolina Senate, representing the 25th District which was made up of Cleveland, Gaston, Lincoln and Rutherford Counties. After leaving the Senate, John began work with Mecklenburg County as a Public Information Specialist.Just a few years later, WBTV came calling again, and John returned to the station to anchor the WBTV News Morning Show and WBTV News at Noon. In late 2005, John was diagnosed with prostate cancer, the number one cancer in men in the United States. He's done a series of stories on his diagnosis and continues to do updates on his treatment as well as stories on the latest in medical research and technology. John works closely with the American Cancer Society to get out the message about the life saving importance of early detection.You can follow John on Twitter and Facebook.Philanthrodating: John's charities are the American Cancer Society and Kaiman Foundation Follow Laurie and the team on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmakerTo learn how Laurie and her team can help you find the love of your life, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com
Today, Laurie has a conversation with serial entrepreneur Brittney Bogues on how she took the adversity she faced in life and used it to help people today. Also, they talk about dating in today’s app driven world and how Brittney is trying to do it differently. Brittney Bogues is a serial entrepreneur with a background in communications and event production for public figures, entrepreneur’s, corporations and nonprofits. Bogues has a proven track record of securing positive press, strategic event planning, engaging public interest, employing effective marketing tactics and generating significant social media buzz. As an entrepreneur and founder of the Bogues Group we pride ourselves on providing award winning, white-glove service, extensive industry experience, and a substantial network of cultivated relationships that we will put to work for you. With combined 25+ years of communication, business and nonprofit expertise, BG focuses on providing quality, creative, individualized, results-driven solutions for each client. When Bogues isn’t working she is passionately advocating for those impacted by domestic violence and at risk communities. You can connect with Brittney on Twitter, LinkedIn and InstagramYou can learn more about Brittney at https://www.boguesgroup.com/Philanthrodating: Brittney’s charity of choice is Safe AllianceBogues Foundation: https://boguesfoundation.orgFollow Laurie and the Carolinas Matchmaker team on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmakerTo learn more about how Laurie and her team can help you find love, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com
Love on the Go is all about helping you look at love and relationships in a new way, and to grow in your understanding of how love works – regardless of your relationship status. Every week, Matchmaker Laurie Berzack of Carolinas Matchmaker talks to amazing experts from various fields to learn how people have overcome personal obstacles to find love first and foremost with themselves before a potential partner even walks through the door! Plus, Laurie shares the knowledge she’s gained from over 17 years as a professional matchmaker to help you learn to love in the deepest way possible.