Episodes
Oct. 16, 2025
Why Professional Matchmakers Lose Clients Before the First Call
Why do professional matchmakers lose clients before ever getting on a discovery call? It's not your pricing or process—it's how unprepared your business looks online. Arlene Washburn reveals the exact mistakes costing matchma...
Oct. 8, 2025
Exploring Ethical Non-Monogamy: How Matchmakers Can Support Diverse Relationship Models
Ethical non-monogamy (ENM) is becoming a larger part of today’s dating and matchmaking landscape. In this episode of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast , Arlene Washburn speaks with George , an experienced voice in the ENM communi...
Oct. 4, 2025
How Coaching Is Changing the Future of Matchmaking | Brandan Rader Interview
In this episode of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast , Arlene Washburn sits down with Brandan Rader , a relationship expert and coach, to explore how coaching and psychology are transforming the world of matchmaking. They discuss...
Sept. 23, 2025
Protecting Your Matchmaking Business: Compliance, Contracts & Accreditation with Peter Nahmias
Running a matchmaking business is about more than helping people find love — it’s about protecting yourself, your clients, and your reputation. 💼💘 In this powerful episode of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast , host Arlene Washbu...
Sept. 10, 2025
Radical Inclusivity in Love: Danielle Selber on Redefining Modern Matchmaking
Today, I’m sitting down with Danielle Selber — a matchmaker who has spent nearly 10 years building love connections in Jewish and LGBTQIA+ communities with her signature approach of radical inclusivity and zero judgment . 💖 I...
Sept. 3, 2025
Breaking Stigma & Building Connection: Dr. Peter Zafirides on Mental Health, ADHD & Modern Love
In this powerful episode of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast , host Arlene Washburn sits down with board-certified psychiatrist Dr. Peter Zafirides to explore the vital link between mental health and relationships. With over 30 ...
Aug. 25, 2025
Why AI Can’t Replace Matchmakers: The Human Advantage in Love
✨ In a world where dating apps feel like fast food and AI is writing love notes, what role do REAL matchmakers play? In this solo kickoff episode of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast , Arlene Washburn shares: 💡 Why human connecti...
Aug. 15, 2025
Love, Loss & Caregiving: When Matchmaking Meets Real Life Challenges
What happens when dating, love, and family caregiving collide? 💔💖 In this powerful episode of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast , Arlene Washburn sits down with internationally recognized caregiver advocate Pamela D. Wilson to un...
Aug. 8, 2025
Leading with Empathy: Emotional Intelligence, Boundaries, and Business Growth for Matchmakers
💥 Are you a matchmaker—or aspiring to become one? Tune in to this powerful episode of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast as host Arlene Washburn sits down with leadership coach and speaker Susan Asher for an inspiring conversation...
July 31, 2025
Burnout Recovery for Matchmakers: Healing from the Inside Out
💡 Feeling drained, disconnected, or like you're running on empty—despite your passion and purpose? You're not alone—and it's not just stress. It's burnout , and it's showing up in your health, your relationships, and your bus...
July 23, 2025
Primal Truths & Modern Love: Evolutionary Psychology Meets Matchmaking
What if the modern dating struggle isn’t about swiping left or right—but about ignoring evolution ? On this thought-provoking episode of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast , host Arlene Washburn welcomes evolutionary psychology ex...
July 16, 2025
YouTube for Matchmakers: Build Authority, Visibility & Profit
Are you a matchmaker or coach struggling to build visibility and credibility online? 🚨 It’s time to stop hiding and start showing up —strategically. In this powerhouse episode of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast , award-winning ...
July 9, 2025
Dating, Compatibility & the Circus Within: How to Match Smarter in Modern Love - Part 2
🎪 What do a tightrope walker, a lion tamer, and a ringmaster have to do with your love life? A lot more than you'd think! In this powerful and entertaining episode of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast , Arlene Washburn sits down ...
July 3, 2025
From Architecture to Algorithms: How The Circus Question is Transforming Modern Dating - Part 1
In this eye-opening episode of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast , host Arlene Washburn sits down with Andreas Georgiou—CEO of Circology™, dating coach, and creator of The Circus Question™ , a revolutionary tool redefining relati...
June 27, 2025
The Midlife Glow-Up: Hormones, Health & Vitality For Women Over 40
🔥 Midlife isn’t a crisis — it’s a CALLING. But for millions of women between 40–64, hormonal shifts hijack their energy, libido, mental clarity, and confidence… and almost no one is talking about it. In this eye-opening episo...
June 18, 2025
Matchmaking, Media & Mission: The Unstoppable Journey of Frankie Picasso
🎙 Coming Up on the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast with our host, Arlene Washburn! 🎙 Meet the Unstoppable Frankie Picasso Get ready for a powerhouse episode! We’re thrilled to welcome Frankie Picasso—Master Coach, bestselling autho...
June 3, 2025
Built by a Matchmaker, for Matchmakers: The Psychology-Backed Matchmaking Framework
In this episode of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast , host Arlene Washburn sits down with another industry innovator to explore the matchmaking system explicitly designed for professionals who want to grow, without compromising ...
May 27, 2025
Love Without Borders: Navigating International Romance with Immigration Attorney Andy Semotiuk
In this episode of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast, host Arlene Washburn speaks with U.S. and Canadian immigration attorney Andy Semotiuk , who has helped over 10,000 clients with immigration and legal challenges. Together, the...
May 21, 2025
From Widow to Warrior: How a $1M Romance Scam Sparked a Mission to Protect Others
What makes an intelligent, accomplished woman fall for someone she’s never met—and lose over $1 million in a romance scam? In this profoundly moving episode, Debby Montgomery Johnson —former Air Force officer, businesswoman, ...
May 13, 2025
Cat Orsini on Firework Marketing and Authentic Client Attraction
In this episode, Arlene Washburn is joined by marketing strategist Cat Orsini, creator of the Firework Experience, for a powerful conversation on how matchmakers and service-based professionals can attract clients without the...
May 6, 2025
How Manifestation and Self-Worth Impact Love and Matchmaking
In this episode of The Matchmaker Mentor Podcast , host Arlene Washburn welcomes Susanne Blohm, a Life Design and Manifestation Coach who made a bold leap from the classroom to the coaching world. Susanne shares how matchmake...
April 23, 2025
Leading with Light: Intuition, Influence & Finding Alignment
In this heartfelt episode of The Matchmaker Mentor Podcast , Arlene Washburn welcomes Jennifer Urezzio , founder of Soul Language , for a transformative conversation on how spiritual alignment shapes every part of our persona...
April 15, 2025
From Serving to Selling: How Givers Always Win with Steve Ramona
In this episode of The Matchmaker Mentor Podcast, Arlene Washburn sits down with Steve Ramona, podcast host and business connector extraordinaire, to uncover the secret sauce behind building a purpose-driven business: service...
April 9, 2025
Master Your Mindset: Tapping Into Inner Power with Naheed Oberfeld
In this insightful episode of The Matchmaker Mentor Podcast , host Arlene Washburn interviews the brilliant Naheed Oberfeld, a mindset maven, certified EFT tapping practitioner, and former finance professional turned transfor...