Best Maria Avgitidis Podcasts (2025)

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New Found Female Empowerment & Red Pill Dating w/ Weezy WTF, Vera Papisova, Kaneez Surka & More| Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker Maria 1:04:45

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This week on Ask a Matchmaker, Maria celebrates 5 powerful years of conversations that have redefined how we talk about dating, relationships, and emotional growth. To mark the anniversary, she’s sharing five unforgettable episodes that showcase the heart and range of the show. Hear from Weezy WTF about sex, power, and dating after the pandemic in …

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What Is the Gen Z Stare? | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker Maria 17:29

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On this week’s Solo Summer Session, Matchmaker Maria dives into the rise of the Gen Z stare and how it reflects shifting norms in dating and communication. From emotionless customer service to silent babysitters, she shares real-life encounters that left her questioning today’s social cues. Maria explores how Gen Z’s unique upbringing, including re…

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Is He Cheating or Just Hacked? | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker Maria 18:09

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In this week’s Ask a Matchmaker, Matchmaker Maria answers hotline calls from women navigating trust, loss, and new beginnings in dating. One caller suspects her boyfriend may be using a dating app, prompting a deep dive into digital infidelity, gut instincts, and whether to stay or go after two years together. Maria shares clear next steps for rebu…

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Dating Older? Here’s What Actually Matters | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker Maria 26:09

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In this episode of Ask a Matchmaker, Maria shares highlights from her recent women’s retreat in Greece, reflecting on the creation of Agape Escapes and the meaningful experiences the group had together. She opens up about the surreal feeling of being off the grid during global events and reveals how one special location inspired the cover of her up…

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Ex-CIA, Current Husband w Allison Raskin & John Blakeslee | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker Maria 34:36

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On this episode of Ask a Matchmaker, Maria is joined by writer Allison Raskin and her husband, former CIA agent turned screenwriter John Blakeslee. They talk about their new podcast Starter Marriage, diving into the realities of modern relationships, communication, and therapy. From Allison’s book I Do to John’s past in the CIA, the couple shares h…

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Jacinda Ardern, former Prime Minister of New Zealand, with Lulu Garcia-Navarro 1:03:07

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What if we could redefine leadership? In A Different Kind of Power, the former Prime Minister of New Zealand—who became the country’s youngest Prime Minister in more than 150 years—reflects on the struggles, triumphs, and deeply personal experiences that shaped her leadership style and what she’s learned along the way. In conversation with Lulu Gar…

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Matchmaker Maria Avgitidis with Andrew Limbong 1:08:42

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Matchmaker Maria—a fourth-generation matchmaker and podcast host—is here to help with straight-talking advice for attracting and growing the partnership you deserve in Ask a Matchmaker: Matchmaker Maria’s No-Nonsense Guide to Finding Love. In conversation with Andrew Limbong, reporter for NPR’s Arts Desk and host of NPR’s “Book of the Day” podcast.…

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Senator Lisa Murkowski with Libby Casey 1:05:41

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In Far From Home, the Alaskan senator offers hope for a functional Washington and a fervent appeal for a politics grounded in compromise and compassion. She takes you through the defining moments of her more than twenty-year career—from her Senate appointment to the pivotal events of the Trump era. In conversation with Libby Casey, senior news anch…

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Ocean Vuong with Nicole Chung 1:14:52

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From the author of the critically acclaimed poetry collections Night Sky with Exit Wounds and Time Is a Mother, as well as the novel On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous, comes The Emperor of Gladness—a novel about chosen family, unexpected friendship, and the stories we tell ourselves in order to survive. In conversation with Nicole Chung, the author o…

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Are You Being Real or Just Being Liked? Matchmaker Maria LIVE in NYC with Chrissy Rutherford | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker Maria 1:04:24

1M ago1:04:24

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In this special live episode recorded at the legendary 92nd Street Y in New York City, Matchmaker Maria is joined by her dear friend and style expert Chrissy Rutherford for a fun, honest, and wide-ranging conversation about modern love. The two dive into Maria’s new book, Ask A Matchmaker, and how it blends human behavior, communication theory, and…

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Movie Tea on The Materialist & Maria Spills Book Tour Details | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker Maria 30:48

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This week, Maria shares the highs, surprises, and deep conversations from her Ask a Matchmaker book tour. From readers finding clarity in their relationships to full-blown divorces sparked by missing pillars (yes, really), the impact has been powerful—and personal. Even her husband had thoughts after reading it! Plus, Maria gives her full (spoiler-…

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Single at 40: How to Date Smarter, Not Harder! with Joyelle Nicole Johnson | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker Maria 48:48

2M ago48:48

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On this week’s episode of Ask a Matchmaker, Matchmaker Maria is joined by co-host Joyelle Nicole Johnson are on a hotline ep, answering your toughest dating dilemmas. First, a 42-year-old single woman from Jersey City is looking for love, but struggles to find men who match her lifestyle and ambition. Maria offers advice on expanding her dating poo…

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Is Polyamory Right for You? Let's Talk About It! with Joyelle Nicole Johnson & Melissa Fulgieri| Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker Maria 54:10

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How do you open the conversation about polyamory with your partner, without blowing things up? On this week’s episode of Ask a Matchmaker, Matchmaker Maria is joined by co-host Joyelle Nicole Johnson and NYC-based relationship therapist and professor Melissa Fulgieri to explore the nuances of ethical non-monogamy. From setting ground rules to navig…

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From Sugar Baby to Stock Savvy with Weezy W.T.F | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker Maria 38:21

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On this week’s Ask a Matchmaker, Matchmaker Maria sits down with the fearless and unfiltered Weezy WTF co-host of the Decisions Decisions podcast and co-author of the brand-new book No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto of Sexual Exploration and Power. From sugar baby adventures to navigating the emotional rollercoaster of dating in NYC, Weezy shares j…

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B. Dylan Hollis, author and TikTok star, with Emily Heil 1:12:24

2M ago1:12:24

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From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Baking Yesteryear comes Baking Across America: A Vintage Recipe Roadtrip, a cross-country culinary journey with 100 uniquely American recipes—from the coffee-crazed creations of the Pacific Northwest to the larger-than-life sheet cakes of Texas. In conversation with Emily Heil, a reporter covering na…

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Justice Stephen Breyer with Neal Katyal 1:05:53

2M ago1:05:53

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To mark the paperback release of the New York Times bestseller, Reading the Constitution: Why I Chose Pragmatism, Not Textualism, former Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court Stephen Breyer offers a provocative analysis of the textualist philosophy of the current Supreme Court’s supermajority and makes the case for a more pragmatic approach o…

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Therapy Is the New ‘I Love You’ with Joyelle Nicole Johnson | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker Maria 29:52

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This week, Matchmaker Maria is joined by her hilarious and heartfelt co-host for the month, comedian Joyelle Nicole Johnson! They dive deep into what it really means to love someone, and how therapy, timelines, and choosing your own adventure can all be ways to say “I love you.” Joyelle shares the origin story of her relationship, from getting set …

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Isabel Allende, bestselling author, with Dr. Jill Biden 56:20

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From the New York Times bestselling author of The House of the Spirits, A Long Petal of the Sea, and The Wind Knows My Name comes My Name Is Emilia del Valle, a historical novel about a young writer who journeys to South America to uncover the truth about her father—and herself. In conversation with Dr. Jill Biden, who served as First Lady of the U…

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He’s Still Friends with His Ex! Is That a Red Flag? with Matchmaker Chrisoula | Ask a Matchmaker with Matchmaker Maria 22:35

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This week, Maria is joined by her sister, Matchmaker Chrisoula! before we get into it, Maria's new book, Matchmaker Maria’s No-Nonsense Guide to Finding Love, is out! Go buy it! Now tune in for a special Hotline Episode of the podcast! The two take calls from listeners looking for real-time dating advice, from situationships to second date confusio…

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Ask a Matchmaker: How I Wrote My Book! | Ask a Matchmaker with Matchmaker Maria 36:03

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In Matchmaker Maria’s No-Nonsense Guide to Finding Love, celebrity matchmaker Maria Avgitidis blends heartfelt storytelling with decades of experience to offer a refreshingly honest guide to modern dating. Written as a “prescriptive memoir,” this isn’t just a dating manual it’s a candid, deeply personal conversation over coffee with a trusted frien…

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Ed Helms, comedian and actor, with David Chalian 1:01:57

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Building on “SNAFU”—the award-winning podcast about history’s greatest screw-ups hosted by Ed Helms—the actor, comedian, producer, and writer takes you on a wild ride through time that covers the hilarious, head-scratching, and occasionally inspiring blunders that have shaped our world in SNAFU: The Definitive Guide to History’s Greatest Screwups. …

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Is He Into You or Just Into Texting? | Ask a Matchmaker w Matchmaker Maria 32:15

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Matchmaker Maria is just one week away from the release of her new book Ask a Matchmaker, and she's calling on all her listeners to support it! Whether you're a page-turner or an audiobook addict, now's the time to preorder and get ready to transform your dating life. Then it’s time to open the hotline! Maria is joined by her sister and fellow matc…

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The Materialists vs The Matchmaker | Ask a Matchmaker w Matchmaker Maria 44:33

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This week on Ask a Matchmaker, Matchmaker Maria is joined by a fellow matchmaker, her sister and May's cohost, Chrisoula! The two are diving into the matchmaking world! What it takes, how it works, and why it’s not all candlelit dinners and perfect matches. From surprising client obstacles to touching success stories, Maria and Chrisoula pull back …

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Rabbi Shira Stutman with David Brooks 1:10:35

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In her debut book The Jewish Way to a Good Life: Find Happiness, Build Community, and Embrace Lovingkindness, Rabbi Shira—Sixth & I’s former long-time and much beloved Senior Rabbi—distills 3,500 years of Jewish wisdom and culture into practical, time-tested strategies that anyone can adopt to find meaning, cultivate good values, and experience joy…

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He Ghosted Me After 2 Months of Dating, Now What?! with Jessie Lee | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker Maria 32:11

4M ago32:11

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This week on Ask a Matchmaker, Maria is joined by the wildly entertaining Jesse, who brings her playful energy and real talk to your biggest dating dilemmas! 💌 First up, Brianna is overthinking a recent date with a man she felt went too well. Maria breaks it down with practical advice about pacing new relationships and managing expectations. 💥 Then…

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Dating Bans and Kittenfishing?! with Jessie Lee | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker Maria 24:06

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This week, Matchmaker Maria is joined by the insightful and hilarious Jessie to break down what's happening in the wild world of dating right now. From the rise of kittenfishing—yes, that sneaky cousin of catfishing where people add just a little too much sparkle to their online personas to the U.S. government literally banning romantic relationshi…

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Gretchen Rubin, author and happiness expert, with Meghan Keane 1:07:18

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In Secrets of Adulthood: Simple Truths for Our Complex Lives, the New York Times bestselling author of The Happiness Project and Better Than Before distills key insights into simple truths for living with greater satisfaction, clarity, and happiness for anyone undergoing a major life transition. In conversation with Meghan Keane, the founder and ma…

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Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson with Jerusalem Demsas 1:30:28

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In Abundance, journalists Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson explain how one generation’s solutions have become the next generation’s problems and offer a call to rethink big, entrenched problems that seem mired in systemic scarcity, from climate change and housing to education and healthcare. In conversation with Jerusalem Demsas, a staff writer at The…

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Going Undercover: Dating The Far Right with Vera Papisova PART 2 | Ask a Matchmaker Matchmaker Maria 41:36

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This is part 2 of a powerful two-part episode of Ask a Matchmaker. This week, Matchmaker Maria sits down with journalist Vera Papisova, who went undercover on conservative dating apps during the 2024 election cycle. Her goal? To investigate the rise of red pill culture, Christian nationalism, and the growing appeal of traditional gender roles among…

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Love Across the Lines with Vera Papisova | Ask a Matchmaker Matchmaker Maria 36:05

4M ago36:05

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What happens when modern dating meets far-right ideology? This week, Matchmaker Maria sits down with journalist and award-winning editor Vera Papisova, who went undercover on conservative dating apps during the 2024 election cycle. Her mission? To understand the rise of red pill culture, Christian nationalism, and the growing appeal of traditional …

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How To Flirt with Jessie Lee | Ask a Matchmaker Matchmaker Maria 34:30

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This week, Matchmaker Maria is joined by comedian Jessie Lee, known for her hilarious character comedy and spot-on impressions of emotionally unavailable men. Jessie shares why she’s taking a break from dating—after one too many weird encounters, including a post-hookup serenade from a naked guy with a guitar (yes, really). Maria and Jessie also di…

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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, bestselling author, with Glory Edim 1:03:39

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From the bestselling and award-winning author of Americanah and We Should All Be Feminists comes Dream Count, the story of four women and their loves, longings, and desires. The novel reflects on the choices we make and those that are made for us, on daughters and mothers, and on our interconnected world. In conversation with Glory Edim, the founde…

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Molly Yeh, cookbook author, with Carey Polis 1:06:08

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From the host of “Girl Meets Farm” on the Food Network comes Sweet Farm!: More Than 100 Cookies, Cakes, Salads (!), and Other Delights from My Kitchen on a Sugar Beet Farm, a mix of nostalgic sweets and new concoctions drawn from Yeh’s Asian and Jewish backgrounds as well as adopted Midwestern traditions. In conversation with Carey Polis, a freelan…

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Love Hotline: Avoiding Time-Wasters & Finding Love with Kaneez Surka | Ask a Matchmaker with Matchmaker Maria 35:27

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This week, Matchmaker Maria is back with her March cohost, comedian Kaneez, for a special live hotline episode! 📞💘 They're taking real-time calls from listeners looking for love advice, covering everything from dating while on weight-loss medication to when to disclose a vasectomy and how to navigate romance when you’re constantly on the move. Mari…

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Giada De Laurentiis, author and TV host, with Jamila Robinson 58:25

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In Super-Italian: More Than 110 Indulgent Recipes Using Italy’s Healthiest Foods, the bestselling author and Emmy Award-winning TV host shares the Italian approach to healthful eating—where nothing is off the menu—and you can have your pasta and eat it, too. In conversation with Jamila Robinson, editor in chief of Bon Appétit and Epicurious. This p…

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Geraldine Brooks, Pulitzer Prize-winning author, with Kara Swisher 1:07:33

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Memorial Days is a portrait of love and grief from the Pulitzer Prize-winning author in which Brooks reflects on the sudden death of her husband, Tony Horwitz, and explores the ways cultures grieve and what rituals might help to rebuild a life after loss. In conversation with Kara Swisher, the host of “On with Kara Swisher” and cohost of “Pivot,” a…

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