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#29 - That Episode about Resolutions with Charly Lester Jan 06, 2021

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To kick off the new year, we're not only talking about how to achieve your love and relationship goals, but your goals in every aspect of your life this week!

Joining Maria is Charly Lester!

Charly Lester is one of the world's leading dating industry experts. She is a serial entrepreneur, who currently runs a successful marketing consultancy business for dating apps and tech start-ups.

Charly co-founded 'Lumen' – the dating app for over 50s – the fastest growing dating app in the world in 2019.

Charly is the former Dating Editor for the Guardian, and Global Head of Dating for Time Out. She has appeared on BBC Newsnight representing the online dating industry, and in 2015 she was an expert advisor to Lord Sugar in the final of The Apprentice. Charly is a regular guest on Radio 4's Woman's Hour.

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To learn how Maria can help you find love in 2021, go to: https://linktr.ee/agapematch

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#28 - That Episode Where Maria and Her Husband Talk About 2020 Dec 30, 2020

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It's the end of the year, and you're in for a special treat.

This week, Maria welcomes her husband, George. The two of them talk about what 2020 has been like for them as a couple and as a family. Plus, they share some books and shows they've enjoyed through the pandemic that you might use to relax this week.

To learn how Maria can help you find love in 2021, go to: https://linktr.ee/agapematch

#27 - That Episode Where the Vaccine Changes How People Date with Erika Ettin Dec 23, 2020

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It's a holiday week, so we brought back an old friend to help answer your dating and relationship questions!

Sit down, grab a drink and listen in on a chat with these friendly voices, like you're sitting down with two old friends having a great conversation.

Erika Ettin is an online dating expert and dating coach who helps people navigate the world of online dating. Her expertise includes profile creation, photo selection and photography, message writing, and date planning. She is also the author of the book Love at First Site: Tips & Tales for Online Dating Success from a Modern-Day Matchmaker and the co-host of the popular dating podcast "So, We Met Online…"

In this episode, we discuss…

Frustrated with online dating? Want Erika to makeover your profile or takeover your profile? Schedule a consultation to learn more.

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#26 - That Episode about Sex with Dr. Jess O'Reilly Dec 16, 2020

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How do I ask my man to go down on me? Why won't we have sex anymore? How do we keep it hot and sexy while we're long distance or just distant because of the pandemic?

This week, we're tackling your sex and relationship questions with Dr. Jess!

Dr. Jess O'Reilly is a sex and relationship expert with a background in education. Her research and passion involves teacher training in sexual health and she volunteers in schools and universities to help bring better sex and relationship education to students across Ontario. She's also a television personality, author, podcaster and international speaker who has facilitated hundreds of corporate workshops and retreats in 35 countries.

Connect with Dr. Jess:

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sexwithdrjess/

Podcast on Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/sex-with-dr-jess/id1166227345

Podcast on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0sL5FqZrxCAa94DhntIm5M

Book - https://www.velvetlipssexed.com/shop

Website - https://www.sexwithdrjess.com/

#25 - That Episode with The Ladies of Girls Gotta Eat, Rayna Greenberg and Ashley Hesseltine Dec 09, 2020

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This week, Maria is joined by Rayna Greenberg and Ashley Hesseltine, the co-hosts of Girls Gotta Eat podcast! Girls Gotta Eat is a comedy podcast about dating, sex and relationships.

In this episode, the ladies discuss…

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Get tickets to the Girls Gotta Eat virtual show on December 13th

#24 - That Episode Where We Go Over Your Thanksgiving Dating Questions with Matchmaker Chrisoula Dec 02, 2020

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Last week, it was the 3rd annual Ask a Matchmaker Thanksgiving Week! Non stop dating questions answered on Instagram. And thanks to you, we were able to raise over $1,500 for World Central Kitchen!

This week on the podcast, Matchmaker Chrisoula Mavrianos from the Agape Match team joins Maria to go over the questions you sent in.

This week, we discuss…

#23 - That Episode About Sexual Trauma and Shame with Dr. Celeste Holbrook Nov 25, 2020

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One of our goals on Ask a Matchmaker is to have real, authentic conversations about all things related to love and relationships. Cut through the BS and talk about things that really matter.

This week is no exception.

We're talking about sex.

We're talking about the sexual trauma and shame that we come across over the year. What it is, how to deal with it and how to talk about it.

Joining us this week is Dr. Celeste Holbrook.

Dr. Holbrook is a sexologist, speaker and author who has dedicated her life to helping women achieve soul-centered sex through perfectly planned mental and behavioral changes. She inspires women to move through mental blocks surrounding their intimate lives to truly experience the sex that was spiritually designed for her. Hundreds of women have dramatically changed their relationships by following the sexual and spiritual strategies that Dr. Holbrook has created and tailored specifically for them. Her favorite moment is the spark that appears in a woman's eyes the instant her sensual confidence is re-awakened.

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#22 - That Episode with Sexless in the City Author Kat Harris Nov 18, 2020

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How do you embrace your sexuality when you're not having sex?

This week's guest has such a unique story and lives such a unique life… and is the perfect person to talk about this!

Meet Kat Karris!

Kat Harris is a Brooklyn-based online educator, digital content creator, female empowerment advocate. Her vision is for women to know their beauty, identity and value. She is co-founder of the The Refined Woman and the host of The Redefined Collective Podcast. Her new book "Sexless in the City: A Sometimes Sassy, Sometimes Painful, Always Honest Look at Dating, Desire, and Sex" comes out in April.

Visit The Refined Woman

Find Kat on Instagram

Check out Kat's podcast, The Redefined Collective

Pre-order Kat's new book, "Sexless in the City: A Sometimes Sassy, Sometimes Painful, Always Honest Look at Dating, Desire, and Sex"

#21 - That Episode Where A Token Straight White Guy Mike Seydell Answers Your Questions Nov 11, 2020

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That Episode Where A Token Straight White Guy Mike Seydell Answers Your Questions

Maria asked you for questions you would love an answer to directly from a straight white man… get the info straight from the source!

And she delivers with Mike Seydell - token straight white guy of the month! (Not his real title.)

Mike works in Marketing and Events for various companies/industries the last 10 years. He is fascinated by people and how they interact with each other in various scenarios. He believes that in an effort to understand one-another we gain more insight into who we are and that understanding leads to a stronger and more empathetic society.

Things discussed include…

What do men really think about women that sleep with them on the first date?
How do you get out of the friend zone?
Why do men disappear after three dates?
How do you know if he really does like you?
How soon after a date should you text him?

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#20 - That Episode Where We Read Your Closure Letters with Chrisoula Mavrianos Nov 04, 2020

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It's the day after the election. There is a lot at stake. There's a lot of emotions going around.

So this week, Maria is here to help put a smile on your face with her sister and member of the Agape Mach team, Chrisoula Mavrianos!

We asked you to send us your closure letters. Those words you wish you could say to someone but you know it's better you don't. But you still need to get the words and feelings out!

We happily read them and put them out in the universe for you!

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