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 f...
Oct 16, 2024•28 min•Ep. 79
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 mee...
Oct 02, 2024•35 min•Ep. 78
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 pa...
Sep 18, 2024•29 min•Ep. 77
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! Fo...
Aug 07, 2024•28 min•Ep. 76
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 matchmaki...
Jul 24, 2024•34 min•Ep. 75
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! Follow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmaker Learn more about Laurie and her team at http://carolinasmatchmaker.com...
Jul 10, 2024•33 min•Ep. 74
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 Emo...
Jun 26, 2024•35 min•Ep. 73
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 su...
Jun 12, 2024•42 min•Ep. 72
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 ...
May 29, 2024•29 min•Ep. 71
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 b...
May 15, 2024•30 min•Ep. 70
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 pr...
May 01, 2024•36 min•Ep. 69
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 ...
Apr 24, 2024•31 min•Ep. 68
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 NP...
Apr 17, 2024•32 min
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 lif...
Apr 10, 2024•39 min
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 pe...
Apr 03, 2024•38 min
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. Follow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmaker To learn more about Laurie and her team, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com...
Mar 27, 2024•30 min•Ep. 67
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 Hear...
Mar 20, 2024•37 min•Ep. 66
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. ...
Mar 13, 2024•33 min•Ep. 65
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/ Follow Laurie on Instagram at http://i...
Mar 06, 2024•31 min•Ep. 64
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! Follow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmaker To learn more about Laurie and how her team can help you find love, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com...
Feb 28, 2024•24 min•Ep. 63
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...
Feb 21, 2024•32 min•Ep. 62
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! Follow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmaker To learn how Laurie and her team can help you find love, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com...
Feb 14, 2024•32 min•Ep. 61
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 providin...
Feb 07, 2024•32 min•Ep. 60
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 P...
Jan 31, 2024•33 min•Ep. 59
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 ...
Jan 24, 2024•37 min•Ep. 58
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 re...
Jan 17, 2024•35 min•Ep. 57
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...
Jan 10, 2024•40 min•Ep. 56
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 th...
Jan 03, 2024•38 min•Ep. 55
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, Cosmopoli...
Dec 27, 2023•38 min•Ep. 54
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 Co...
Dec 20, 2023•43 min•Ep. 53
