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Ask a Matchmaker

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

Why are people having fewer children, and what does dating have to do with it? Matchmaker Maria sits down with journalist and author Anna Louie Sussman, author of Inconceivable, to unpack dating apps, AI-generated dating criteria, social media outrag... more

Matchmaker Maria kicks off Season 7 with a wild update: after being featured in the New York Times and making headlines in Greece, her matchmaking company, Agape Match, was impersonated by a scam center targeting single men on Telegram. She shares ho... more

Matchmaker Maria sits down with licensed therapist Nadine Ahmed to unpack the "angry dad theory," how growing up with emotionally unavailable or angry parents can affect our relationships, and why learning to apologize to your kids can break the cycl... more

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Matchmaker Maria and Louie Felix tackle dating after divorce, including how a single mom with two young kids can find a serious relationship and why the six-date rule can help. They also get into the ultimate couple fight: dirty dishes, different cle... more

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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
Lauren Davis
Comedian, creator of That's a Trip
That's a Trip
Episode: How Long Should a First Date Actually Be? ft Lauren Davis
Christine Emba
Writer, opinion columnist, author, and cultural critic
The New York Times; Substack: The Editrix
Episode: Are Smartphones Contributing to the Birth Rate Crisis? ft Christine Emba
Gus Constantellis
Standup comedian and cookbook author
Constantly Gus
Episode: Can Grief Show You You're With the Wrong Person? ft. Gus Constantellis
Alison Leiby
Comedian, author of I'm a Lot (Penguin Random House)
Author, Comedian
Episode: Why Feeling "Too Much" Is Actually a Strength ft Alison Leiby

Host

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

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 658 ratings
  • 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 States2 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 States2 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
    Ireland3 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 States5 months 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 States7 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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Why Are People Having Fewer Kids? Is Modern Dating to Blame? ft Anna Louie Sussman
Q: What practical advice would you give someone aiming to marry and have children in today's dating climate?
Be genuinely interested in people, diversify contexts for meeting others, and cultivate vulnerability and curiosity to move beyond performative online personas toward real connection.
Why Are People Having Fewer Kids? Is Modern Dating to Blame? ft Anna Louie Sussman
Q: Who is most likely to be able to build the family they want, and who is being left behind?
She points to data showing fertility falling more for lower-income groups, yet notes that resources don't guarantee thriving families; stressors like work demands and societal pressures affect many, with some high-resource individuals also not thriving.
The Angry Dad Theory: Is Your Dad Affecting Who You Date? ft Nadine Ahmed
Q: Is it reasonable for a 33-year-old woman with a partner in his late 30s to expect a proposal or living arrangements to be aligned within a couple of years?
The consensus is that clear, ongoing dialogue about timelines is essential, with attention to personal boundaries, financial implications, and emotional readiness; engagement is viewed as a symbolic commitment that should reflect shared goals rather than pressure.
The Angry Dad Theory: Is Your Dad Affecting Who You Date? ft Nadine Ahmed
Q: How do you have a conversation with your partner about marriage timelines when you're already living in separate realities or timelines?
Nadine and Maria recommend starting with clear, non-confrontational conversations about long-term goals and expectations, avoiding ultimatums, and focusing on mutual alignment and practical steps rather than pressing a fixed deadline.
Why Your "Type" Could Be Keeping You Single ft Nina Kharoufeh
Q: How do you handle clients who want a traditional 1950s-era setup but also expect modern equality?
It's about balancing roles and ensuring partners are clear about expectations, while recognizing that the traditional model may require both to contribute differently in today's context; you have to match for compatibility, not nostalgia.

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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. Anna Louie Sussman
2. Nadine Ahmed
3. Louie Felix
4. Nina Kharoufeh
5. Suzie Welch
6. Lauren Davis
7. Christine Emba
8. Gus Constantellis

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