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Ask a Matchmaker

Maria Avgitidis
Relationships
Dating
Marriage
Online Dating
Matchmaking
Communication
Dating Apps
Agape Match
Mental Health
Modern Dating
Valentine's Day
Gen Z
Therapy
Divorce
Compatibility
Relationship Advice
Friendship
Comedy
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Dating Advice

Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're look... more

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Latest Episodes

Comedian and author Jordan Carlos joins Matchmaker Maria to talk about the surprisingly sexy secret to saving a relationship: doing the chores without being asked! From "invisible labor" and executive function to a grabbing some milk, they get into w... more

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Can ambition ruin a relationship? Matchmaker Maria sits down with author and journalist Stefanie O'Connell to unpack why ambitious women are still being labeled "too much" in dating, work, and marriage. They discuss the research behind men pulling aw... more

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Maria Avgitidis sits down with Justin Garcia, PhD of the Kinsey Institute to break down the science behind modern dating, ghosting, dating apps, attraction, AI in dating, hookup culture and relationships. Maria and Justin get into why over 70% of sin... more

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Matchmaker Maria is back with a hotline episode tackling the dating questions everyone is actually thinking about. She breaks down why shows like Heated Rivalry, Bridgerton, and Grey's Anatomy have women hooked, and why vulnerability in men is the re... more

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Recent Guests

Stefanie O'Connell
Award-winning writer covering Ambition, Money and Power; author of The Ambition Penalty
Author, The Ambition Penalty
Episode: Why Ambitious Women Get Rejected More ft Stefanie O'Connell
Dr. Justin Garcia
Director of the Kinsey Institute, executive director of the Kinsey Institute, faculty at Indiana University
Kinsey Institute, Indiana University
Episode: Wired to Connect: The Science of Love, Lust & Fidelity with Kinsey Institute Director Dr. Justin Garcia
Carli Blau
Sex therapist and clinician
Boutique Psychotherapy (New York, NJ, FL, CT)
Episode: Why Gen Z Is Having Less Sex? ft Dr. Carli Blau
Rachel Williams
Comedian, shining star in New York
Independent comedian, touring
Episode: Your Frictionless Life Is Ruining Your Dating Life! ft Rachel Williams
Shari Leid
Speaker, author and connection coach
Flip the Box / animperfectlyperfectlife.com
Episode: Can Better Friendships Improve Your Dating Life? ft Shari Leid
Amalia Kalogridakis
CEO of Agape Escapes
Agape Escapes
Episode: Can This Age Gap Survive Long Term? She's 39, He's 24!
Elena Nicolaou
Senior editor at Today.com
Today.com
Episode: I Miscarried Quadruplets and the Hospital Bill Was Insane! ft Elena Nicolaou
Amanda McCracken
Author of When Longing Becomes Your Lover
Hashett (publisher)
Episode: Are You in Love or Just Addicted to the Chase? ft Amanda McCracken
Chloe Radcliffe
Comedian and actor, guest on the hotline episode
Independent/Comedian
Episode: How Do I Work With an Ex Who Cheated on Me? ft Chloe Radcliffe

Host

Maria Avgitidis
Host of Ask a Matchmaker, founder of Agape Match

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 645 ratings
  • Love Maria one of the few that gives actual GREAT advice

    Maria knows what she’s talking about as she has decades of field experience and sees what works and doesn’t. Her advice isn’t jus based off her own thoughts or personal experience it’s based off data from tens of thousands of people

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Missamychan
    United States20 days ago
  • Great Show 🌸

    Maria’s advice is grounded, actionable and insightful. I appreciate the time and effort she makes to create this podcast and guide us. 💕💕

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheRealBabyGorgeous
    United States3 months ago
  • Where is the content?

    I tried a few episodes and had to forward through unrelated personal information before getting to any relevant content. I heard the host on another podcast and liked what she had to say, but I don't know what's going on here.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    HIwilma
    United States6 months ago
  • What am I listening to?

    I listened to an episode that was titled something about dating older…. I’m two thirds of the way in and haven’t heard anything about dating older. The first 15 minutes or so were about the host’s trip to Greece. I wanted to hear about dating, not a super long story about this person’s vacation.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    KTttttt2
    United States6 months ago
  • Thank you!!!

    Thank you for your honesty and transparency always, and especially in your last bunch of episodes addressing the impacts of the current administration, what was the political climate, and is now just a massive divide in peoples morals and values and care for others and how that tremendously impacts dating. Many of the other podcasts are keeping it light, but I appreciate you doing both so well, and how much you care about all people truly shows.💕Thanks for doing what you do and being so brave t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GiGeorgi
    United States7 months ago

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Community-building and travel-hosted events are seen as unique value propositions.
Listeners appreciate actionable insight and real-world applications.
A mix of guests and opinions is valued, though some listeners desire tighter focus and better guest autonomy.
Guests frequently highlight practical, data-backed dating ideas.
Some feedback notes interruptive hosting style; others praise humor and warmth.

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Wired to Connect: The Science of Love, Lust & Fidelity with Kinsey Institute Director Dr. Justin Garcia
Q: What is Kinsey Institute and what do you do there?
The Kinsey Institute is a leading sex and relationship research center; we publish academic work, maintain a large sexuality-related collection, and conduct ongoing studies to inform the public and scholars about intimate life.
Why Ambitious Women Get Rejected More ft Stefanie O'Connell
Q: How should women respond when a date or partner says they don't want an ambitious woman?
Acknowledge the red flag, recognize it's not about you, and prioritize finding someone who respects and supports ambitions, rather than conforming to someone else's narrow definition of success.
Why Ambitious Women Get Rejected More ft Stefanie O'Connell
Q: How can I find a partner who celebrates my ambition instead of feeling intimidated by it?
The guest emphasizes validating that these insecurities are about cultural scripts, not the individual, and suggests filtering for partners who view collaboration and shared goals as strengths rather than threats, while building other sources of meaning beyond dating.
How to AVOID Situationships Early in Dating
Q: Hi Maria, I'm 37 and the woman I'm dating follows you. She brought up the 12 date rule and asks if it's possible to show sexual interest while still respecting the rule.
Yes, you can express attraction and intention through thoughtful communication and appropriate affection within the 12-date framework, focusing on connection and safety without pressuring sex, and adjusting the pace as mutual comfort grows.
Your Frictionless Life Is Ruining Your Dating Life! ft Rachel Williams
Q: How important is it for a man to make you laugh in a relationship?
Humor is valuable, but ongoing compatibility includes lightness, emotional ease, and shared sensibilities; if someone can't keep things light but is otherwise strong, it may still work if both partners value humor similarly.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ask a Matchmaker

What is Ask a Matchmaker about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on practical, no-nonsense relationship guidance from a seasoned matchmaking practitioner, often pairing with guests who bring research-backed insights, clinical expertise, or lived experience in dating, sexuality, and love. Topics frequently cover gender dynamics, communication, emotional intelligence, and modern dating friction, with clear frameworks (e.g., dating rules, boundaries) and personal stories to illustrate concepts. A notable strength is the mix of expert analysis and relatable humor, plus frequent travel and community-building angles that tie dating advice to real-life experiences. Listeners can expect candid conversations, actionable tips, and guests who illuminate intersections of love, health, culture, and p... more

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2. Dr. Justin Garcia
3. Carli Blau
4. Rachel Williams
5. Shari Leid
6. Amalia Kalogridakis
7. Elena Nicolaou
8. Amanda McCracken

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