Matchmaker Matchmaker

Blind Fate with Rivkah Fox

In this episode, I sat down with Rivkah Fox, the matchmaker behind Blind Fate. What started as a playful Instagram game turned into real marriages.✨ Highlights:🎲 Anonymous bios + audience votes → real matches & babies🎉 Creative Philly events with fun stations & late-night vibes💪 Special events for singles with physical challenges🌎 A Brazilian man who quarantined in Mexico just to date in NY💼 A yeshivish guy + a Forbes 30 Under 30 woman = true love💡 Takeaway: Love shows up when you’re willing to play the game differently.Support the showContact Aleeza Ben Shalom https://marriagemindedmentor.com/Contact Rabbi Yisroel Bernath https://www.theloverabbi.com/Submit a Question for the Matchmaker, Matchmaker Podcast https://marriagemindedmentor.com/podcast/

The Seattle Shadchan Who Matched Me to Netflix

In this episode of Matchmaker Matchmaker, I sit down with my dear friend Laurie Young the Seattle Shadchan and the reason I ended up on Jewish Matchmaking on Netflix. We share gratitude, lots of laughs, and her bold love story that began with a note on a windshield and turned into 42 years of marriage. Plus, we talk about Zoom dating for 55+ singles, why momentum is the key to dating success, and how anyone can make a match.We talk about:📞 Passing on Netflix for herself and passing them my number instead💍 The “hold him for me” story that led to marriage✈️ Turning long-distance dating into real life dating🥂 Zoom dating events for 55+ singles and her easiest match ever🔥 The #1 killer of a match and how to keep sparks alive with momentum datingSupport the showContact Aleeza Ben Shalom https://marriagemindedmentor.com/Contact Rabbi Yisroel Bernath https://www.theloverabbi.com/Submit a Question for the Matchmaker, Matchmaker Podcast https://marriagemindedmentor.com/podcast/

Love Down Under: Matchmaking in Australia with Gina Samuels

🎙️ In this episode of Matchmaker Matchmaker, I sat down with Gina Samuels from Australia — a warm-hearted volunteer matchmaker. She’s made nine matches so far (including her brother!) and shared what it’s like to help people date in a small community where everyone knows everyone. We talked about her own love story, the beauty of organic setups, and why singles should also help make matches. It’s real, it’s inspiring, and it’s a reminder that love takes effort — and a little help from someone who cares.💬 We talked about:✡️ Dating in small communities like Melbourne and Sydney❤️ Gina’s personal love story🫶 How singles can make matches too Want more inspiration? Head to marriagemindedmentor.com and join the matchmaking movement.Support the showContact Aleeza Ben Shalom https://marriagemindedmentor.com/Contact Rabbi Yisroel Bernath https://www.theloverabbi.com/Submit a Question for the Matchmaker, Matchmaker Podcast https://marriagemindedmentor.com/podcast/

From Grief to Joy: A Love Story Rewritten

In this episode, I sat down with Rabbi Leo and Aliza to explore what it means to rebuild a life and open your heart after deep loss.💬 We talked about:Going from unimaginable grief to hope and healingThe decision to date again after tragedyAliza’s 25-year journey of saying “yes” in datingWhy authenticity and connection go hand-in-handHow the most unexpected match became the right one💡 My favorite reminder from this episode:Possibilities exist especially when you lead with honesty, hope, and heart.Support the showContact Aleeza Ben Shalom https://marriagemindedmentor.com/Contact Rabbi Yisroel Bernath https://www.theloverabbi.com/Submit a Question for the Matchmaker, Matchmaker Podcast https://marriagemindedmentor.com/podcast/

Matchmaker Meets Deal Maker: Connections That Count

In this episode of Matchmaker Matchmaker, we’re talking about a different kind of love language: business matchmaking!  I sat down with Brian Spivak of Barzel Media in Tel Aviv, and we explored how every match romantic, professional, or even a new home can change someone’s life. We talked about: - How one casual intro turned into a full-time job- A real wedding that started with a Shabbat lunch match- Why showing up (even when you don’t feel like it) matters- Flipping the script on rejection and making bold moves in dating 💡Bottom line? Connection is everything. Whether you’re making a match in love or in life, it counts. Want to connect with Brian and learn more about what he’s building?📲 Instagram: @spibri85 | @barzel.media🌐 Website: barzelmedia.com📧 Email: brian@barzelmedia.comWant more inspiration? Head to marriagemindedmentor.com and join the matchmaking movement.Support the showContact Aleeza Ben Shalom https://marriagemindedmentor.com/Contact Rabbi Yisroel Bernath https://www.theloverabbi.com/Submit a Question for the Matchmaker, Matchmaker Podcast https://marriagemindedmentor.com/podcast/