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Ask a Matchmaker

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

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

Matchmaker Maria is joined for a solo hotline episode with YOU! She's calling out the dating habits that are keeping singles from finding love, from expecting a first date to look like their future spouse to letting AI create an unrealistic dating fa... more

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When is it time to break up, and why is walking away from a relationship so hard? Matchmaker Maria sits down with Lindsay Crouse, author of The Case for Quitting, to talk about the sunk cost fallacy in dating, why we stay in relationships that aren'... more

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Matchmaker Maria is joined by sex therapist and LGBTQ+ matchmaker Dr. Frankie Bashan to talk about modern dating, ethical non-monogamy, and why she's now helping couples find a third partner! They also answer a listener's question about dating a tran... more

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Why is Gen Z having less sex? Kinsey Institute Executive Director Dr. Justin Garcia returns to discuss the new Playboy study, including why 50% of Gen Z respondents haven't had sex recently or ever, and why 34% of young men say porn completely satisf... more

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Recent Guests

Lindsay Crouse
Author, journalist, and producer whose New York Times work on women's sports helped drive industry changes
The New York Times
Episode: Should You Break Up or Keep Trying? ft Lindsay Crouse
Dr. Frankie Bashan
Sex therapist, psychologist and LGBTQ+ matchmaker
Little Gay Book
Episode: Are People Really Hiring Matchmakers for Throuples?! Dr Frankie Bashan
Dr. Justin Garcia
Executive Director, Kinsey Institute; Evolutionary biologist; chief scientific advisor to Match
Kinsey Institute
Episode: Is Gen Z Not Having Sex Because of the Economy? ft Kinsey Institute Executive Director Dr. Justin Garcia
Daniela Mora
Stand-up comedian and host of Humble
Humbling myself / Humble podcast
Episode: He Likes Going to Strip Clubs. Should I Keep Dating Him?! ft Daniela Mora
Anna Louie Sussman
Author and journalist, cultural critic, author of Inconceivable
Author, Inconceivable
Episode: Why Are People Having Fewer Kids? Is Modern Dating to Blame? ft Anna Louie Sussman
Nadine Ahmed
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Episode: The Angry Dad Theory: Is Your Dad Affecting Who You Date? ft Nadine Ahmed
Louie Felix
Chief Operating Officer at Agape Match
Agape Match
Episode: How Many Dates Does It Take to Know If You Like Someone?
Nina Kharoufeh
Matchmaker, stand-up comedian, former host of Match Me Abroad (TLC)
Nina Kharoufeh (individual)
Episode: Why Your "Type" Could Be Keeping You Single ft Nina Kharoufeh
Suzie Welch
New York Times bestselling author, journalist, professor at NYU Stern, host of Becoming You
Author, NYU Stern; Becoming You podcast
Episode: Can Your Values Make or Break a Relationship? ft Suzy Welch

Host

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

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 658 ratings
  • Girl…

    I love your content. But girl, you have to let your guests finish a sentence! The interrupting is really getting out of control. I find myself yelling at the podcast and not getting the information that I want because you’re not letting them get it out of their mouth before you talk over them!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    kef0228
    United States2 months ago
  • Maria, I love you, but please stop interrupting your guests

    I was really looking forward to hearing from Christine Emba during today’s podcast, but Maria kept interrupting her. I’ve been a longtime listener and fan, but I felt the need to write this review after today’s episode because it was quite frustrating. Maria even acknowledged her tendency to interrupt but proceeded to do it anyway. When your guest is an expert on the topic being discussed, I think it makes sense to let them lead the conversation, but that’s just me.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Minalovesmovies
    United States3 months ago
  • Love Maria. Pass on the comedians

    I enjoy the solo episodes with just Maria or when she has a guest with broader knowledge or insights about relationships. I find the episodes with comedians unhelpful because their personal stories are not interesting or relevant.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    ShadyOak71
    United States3 months ago
  • Let the guests talk!

    Heard her on Shandy & enjoyed her & her advice but listened to episodes and she interrupts and overtalks the guests a lot, it hard to listen to

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    MillieB0B1lly
    Ireland4 months ago
  • 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 States6 months ago

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Listeners appreciate practical, data-informed dating insights and diverse expert guests.
Praise often centers on well-researched, actionable tips and the host's experience in matchmaking.
Critiques frequently mention interruptions during interviews and a desire for guests to have more space to speak.
Fans value the variety of guests—from researchers to comedians—providing broad perspectives on love and relationships.

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Talking Points

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Should You Break Up or Keep Trying? ft Lindsay Crouse
Q: How does the idea of quitting apply to dating?
Crouse describes how people can slide into relationships without explicitly deciding they want them, while shared routines and investments make leaving harder. She recommends setting early criteria and a time to reassess, then considering whether to stay rather than focusing only on whether to leave.
Should You Break Up or Keep Trying? ft Lindsay Crouse
Q: How do you measure when something is failing?
Crouse says to compare efforts with the goal and consider whether someone is making progress, staying stuck, or moving farther away. In dating, exhaustion, disillusionment, and going through the motions can be signs that the current path is not working.
Are People Really Hiring Matchmakers for Throuples?! Dr Frankie Bashan
Q: What makes dating different in the LGBTQ community?
Bashan says LGBTQ+ singles often have a smaller pool of potential partners in each city and may need to travel to date. She also describes strong community connections and notes the growing interest in ethical non-monogamy and matchmaking for multiple partners.
Are People Really Hiring Matchmakers for Throuples?! Dr Frankie Bashan
Q: How do I have those conversations openly and respectfully without making her feel like she has to educate me or defend her identity?
Bashan recommends being curious and honest about wanting to understand, while acknowledging that the conversation may be difficult because the woman may have had painful or negative experiences. She also advises her to trust her instincts and share vulnerability only if she feels comfortable.
Is Gen Z Not Having Sex Because of the Economy? ft Kinsey Institute Executive Director Dr. Justin Garcia
Q: How does economic uncertainty affect Gen Z's dating and sexual life?
Uncertainty around money and the economy seems to push individuals to delay or rethink dating and sex, with housing costs and student debt shaping dating behavior. Yet there remains a strong interest in relationships and sex, indicating that the barrier is more about pathways and context (where/how to meet, safety, finances) rather than a disinterest in sex itself.

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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?

A relationship-focused interview show that blends expert insight, practical dating frameworks, and real-world storytelling. Episodes frequently explore how technology, psychology, and social dynamics shape modern love, with guests ranging from researchers and therapists to authors and comedians who bring personal anecdotes and actionable dating strategies. Notable throughlines include practical tools for dating (like structured dating rules and pre-date rituals), discussions of ambition, gender dynamics, and relationship skills, plus a willingness to tackle timely topics such as online life, consent, and love across culture. A standout aspect is the recurring mix of clinical perspectives with down-to-earth coaching, often featuring guests w... more

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Recent guests on Ask a Matchmaker include:

1. Lindsay Crouse
2. Dr. Frankie Bashan
3. Dr. Justin Garcia
4. Daniela Mora
5. Anna Louie Sussman
6. Nadine Ahmed
7. Louie Felix
8. Nina Kharoufeh

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