Love on the Go

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 about Nick at nicknotas.comWatch Nick’s videos on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@NickNotasFollow Nick on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/nicknotas/Follow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmakerTo learn more about Laurie and her team at http://carolinasmatchmaker.com 

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 NPR.Buy her book on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Men-Chase-Women-Choose-Neuroscience/dp/0757319254/ Watch her Ted Talk!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eyq2Wo4eUDgFollow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmaker Learn about Laurie and her team at http://carolinasmatchmaker.com 

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 lifelong, authentic, meaningful relationships they deserve. Ella's unwavering dedication extends beyond conventional expectations as she strives to empower singles within the community to navigate the complexities of the dating world. Her efforts have established her as a trusted beacon for singles not only in Tennessee but also beyond, providing a reliable and invaluable resource.Ella exclusively works with a select group of individuals, ensuring an exquisite boutique experience tailored to their needs. With a remarkable background of nearly a decade in professional matchmaking and date coaching, Ella brings a wealth of expertise to the table. By cultivating strong relationships within her local community and professional network spanning the globe, she offers exceptional service to her esteemed clients.Read her article about the triangle technique at https://www.yourtango.com/love/triangle-technique-flirt-using-eye-contact Follow Ella on Social:FacebookInstagramTwitterMeetUpEventbriteLinkedInWebsiteDonate to St Jude at http://stjude.org Follow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmaker To learn more about Laurie and her team, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com 

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 perspective into everything she does, she focused on creating a culture of a “firm family” that showed commitment to clients, the team, and the community. This concept soon became known as “The Sodoma Way,” spurring the growth of the firm to a team of more than fifty across multiple states, and a client roster that includes professional athletes and neighbors alike. Sodoma is a graduate of Cumberland School of Law at Samford University, Family Law Litigator, Certified Parenting Coordinator, and Certified Collaborative Law Attorney. You can follow Nicole on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedInLearn more about Nicole at http://www.nicolesodoma.com Follow Sodoma Law on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTubeLearn more about Sodoma Law at http://www.sodomalaw.com Philanthrodating: Nicole’s charity of choice is Madelyns Fund. https://madelynsfund.org Follow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmaker To learn more about how Laurie and her team can help you find love, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com

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

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 Heart Agency, Cat is the creative force behind Dressed for Love, where she combines her expertise in fashion with love coaching skills. This unique combination has made her an expert in enhancing individuals' dating prospects through style transformation.Cat is also the host of the "Dear Matchmaker" podcast, where she shares invaluable insights, tips, and heartwarming stories on dating and relationships. Learn more about Cat at www.theheartagency.com, www.dressedforlove.com Follow Cat on Instagram at http://instagram.com/catcantrill Follow Cat on TikTok at http://tiktok.com/@catcantrill Check out Cat’s podcast, Dear Matchmaker: https://open.spotify.com/show/5qwBS3vqsgceP53yJncc92  Follow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmaker To learn more about Laurie and her team, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com 

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. His portfolio extends to coaching high-profile celebrities from 'The Real Housewives of Cheshire' and Coleen and Linda Nolan for 'At Home with The Nolan's'. With over 25 years of experience, Alex has cultivated expertise in navigating the complex landscape of matchmaking, dating, and relationships, consistently enabling singles and couples to establish and nurture healthy relationships. Visit Alex’s website at https://www.selectpersonalintroductions.co.uk/Follow Alex on Instagram at: http://instagram.com/selectpersonalintroductions http://instagram.com/matchmakeralex  https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexmellorbrook/Follow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmaker To learn more about Laurie and her team at http://carolinasmatchmaker.com

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://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmakerTo learn more about Laurie and how her team can help you find love, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com

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

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 the new challenges that being a single parent brings to the dating process.Learn more about Matlin’s work at https://getminimized.com/Follow Matlin on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/getminimized/Follow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmaker Learn more about Laurie and her team’s work at http://carolinasmatchmaker.com

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

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 providing ACTIONABLE steps to rebuild the mind body connection. Elevating clients physical, mental and emotional well-being is the foundation of the #RELENTLESS mindset.Learn more about Sandra and her work at http://integrativebodyworknc.com   and http://ri3consulting.com Follow Sandra on Instagram at http://instagram.com/thesandraweber 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

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 Peasant Party Podcast, featuring a diverse mix of guests and answering listeners' top dating questions via the Mailbag.Check out the Business Insider article on LinkedIn being used for dating here: https://www.businessinsider.com/linkedin-is-a-dating-app-remote-work-online-romance-2024-1Follow Charlotte on TikTok at https://www.tiktok.com/@welcometothepeasantparty Follow Charlotte on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/welcometothepeasantparty/ Follow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmaker To learn more about Laurie and her team, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com

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 health counselor and an intuitive. Nichole has a passion for helping others break through blocks and reconnect with their personal power to completely transform their life.Learn more about Nichole at http://www.nicholeeaton.com Follow Nichole on Instagram at http://instagram.com/nicholeeaton.xo Follow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmaker To learn more about Laurie and her team at http://carolinasmatchmaker.com

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 relationship issues of all kinds. Dr. Frankie is the CEO & Founder of LittleGayBook.com, which focuses on personalized matchmaking and singles events for lesbians, bisexual women, and trans women and has successfully connected couples across the United States for the last decade and a half. In 2022 Dr. Frankie presented a TedX talk focusing on the topic of sexual fluidity. You can view it here: https://youtu.be/mIjAqACtCLg Her latest venture is as CEO & Founder of LittleBlackBookMatchmaking.com, specializing in personalized matchmaking and singles events for heterosexual singles. Dr. Frankie’s coaching is based in Northern California, but clients can access her services via Zoom from around the globe. You can follow Dr. Frankie:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/littlegaybook WEB: https://www.littlegaybook.com WEB: https://www.littleblackbookmatchmaking.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/drfrankiebashan/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/littlegaybook/ Follow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmaker To learn more about Laurie and her team, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com 

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 making someone empirically more dateable, the lessons learned translate very easily into personal and professional lives. The emphasis is on confidence building, leadership, image and style, conversation skills, creating chemistry, reconnecting with fun and more.He has been featured in over 100 different media outlets, including AlleyWatch, CNN, The New York Times, Playboy and GQ.Follow Hunt on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/questforadvice/Check out Hunt’s YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/huntster44 Follow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmaker To learn more about Laurie and her team, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com

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 there in the dating trenches is always well received.Julie is the host of the Cupid’s Coach Podcast and has produced over 500 singles events since launching her matchmaking agency in 2002 in L.A and she is a frequent speaker at global matchmaking industry conferences.Learn more about Julie at http://www.JulieFerman.com Follow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmaker To learn more about Laurie and her team, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com

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, Cosmopolitan, Men’s Health, and many others. And, her expertise has led to more than 400 marriages.Jennifer Miotke is truly passionate about bringing people together and has been a matchmaker for more than 15 years. What makes her unique as a matchmaker is that she used dating services, dated online, and ultimately met her husband through a matchmaker. She is heavily connected in the matchmaking industry and regularly attends conferences with matchmakers and date coaches all over the country.Follow Sarah and Jennifer on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/1on1matchmakingLearn more about Sarah and Jennifer at https://www.1on1matchmaking.com/ Learn more about Eight at Eight Dinner Club at https://8at8.com/ Follow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmaker To learn more about Laurie and her team, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com

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 Collaborative Process.’ You can also see Gabriella matchmaking in-action on The Learning Channel’s hit 2022 show, “I Am Shauna Rae.” Gabriella believes the desire to love and be loved is the universal tie to humanity and the very invitation to leading an exemplary life. Gabriella holds a BA in film studies from Cornell University and an MFA in writing from Columbia University. She has served on the Los Angeles chapter of PEN America, whose mission it is to celebrate creative expression and defend the liberties that make it possible. Follow Gabriella on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/keeperintros Check out Gabriella’s database at https://keeperintros.com/ Follow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmakerTo learn more about Laurie and her team, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com

Laurie sits down today with Carolinas Matchmaker’s Membership Director, Julie Labbe! Julie is committed to helping people identify the real challenges they face in their dating life, set fun and realistic goals, and put programs in place that lead to relationship success.The two talk about what it’s like to work with the online dating team and some of their success stories. Julie Labbe is a respected leader in the matchmaking and coaching industry and is responsible for hundreds of relationships and marriages. She understands the value of a smart and thoughtful dating strategy and is committed to finding the best solution for every individual she meets. She knows that along with the tangible and practical skills needed for dating, women need a proper mindset to date well and attract the love of their life!Julie and her husband have two college-aged boys and make family and friends a priority. Julie loves to hike, paddleboard and is an avid gardener. She is actively involved in her community and sits on the board of a non-profit that supports urban youth.Follow Laurie on Instagram at http://instagram.com/carolinasmatchmaker To learn more about Laurie and her team, visit http://carolinasmatchmaler.com