Episodes

Feb. 11, 2026

Pricing in matchmaking is not a marketing decision. It is a risk decision.

In this solo episode of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast, Arlene Washburn examines why pricing determines far more than revenue. It shapes client behavior, expectations, refund exposure, and the level of accountability your busi...
Feb. 6, 2026

Caring About Love Does Not Qualify You to Be a Matchmaker

Professional matchmaking is not built on intuition, empathy, or good intentions. It is built on responsibility. In this solo episode of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast , Arlene Washburn examines the professional identity requir...
Jan. 30, 2026

Why Most Matchmakers Fail in Their First Year (And the Systems That Prevent It)

Most people who call themselves matchmakers never make it past their first year. Not because they lack intuition or care for people. They fail because they launch without the systems required to survive. In this episode of th...
Jan. 7, 2026

The Future of Matchmaking with Arlene Washburn

Professional matchmaking is changing, and the shift is already affecting how matchmakers run their businesses, serve clients, and manage responsibility. In this episode of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast , Arlene Washburn break...
Dec. 30, 2025

Matchmaker Mentor Podcast Season 2 Trailer

Season 2 of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast with Arlene Washburn marks a deeper, more intentional conversation about what it means to operate as a professional matchmaker in a rapidly evolving industry. As technology advances, ...