{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Can AI Replace Matchmakers?","description":"Dating apps, AI matchmaking, modern love, Valentine\u2019s Day dating, and real relationship tips collide in this solo episode as Matchmaker Maria breaks down the rise of AI matchmakers and what they actually get wrong about human connection. From chatbot dating coaches to algorithm-driven matches, Maria explores why faster swiping doesn\u2019t equal better relationships, and why real matchmaking has always been about community, accountability, and growth. She shares behind-the-scenes insight from the dating industry, explains how AI can help (and hurt) your love life, and calls out the difference between validation and true compatibility. Plus, practical dating tips for 2026, how to expand your social circle, and what to do if you\u2019re single this Valentine\u2019s Day (hint: it involves dive bars and courage). If you\u2019re navigating dating apps, dating fatigue, or wondering whether tech can replace chemistry, this episode is your fun, honest, and deeply human reality check! Be sure to use the promo code:&amp;nbsp;roundtable50&amp;nbsp;to join Maria\u2019s community or submit your own dating question! \ud83d\udc49&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.matchmakermaria.com\/ \u2600\ufe0f&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/agapeescapes.com\/&amp;nbsp; use&amp;nbsp;ESCAPES150&amp;nbsp;for an early bird discount! \u2600\ufe0f &amp;nbsp; \u2728 Don\u2019t forget to order Maria\u2019s book, &amp;nbsp;follow us on social, and leave a review if you\u2019re feeling lovable and likable. \ud83d\udc95 \ud83e\udd29 &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;Check out Maria's Websites and Socials! &amp;nbsp; \ud83d\ude4c \ud83d\udc96Podcast Website:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.askamatchmaker.com\/&amp;nbsp;  \ud83d\udc96Agape Match Website:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/agapematch.com\/&amp;nbsp; \ud83d\udc96Matchmaker Maria TikTok:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@realmatchmakermaria&amp;nbsp;  \ud83d\udc96Matchmaker Maria Instagram:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/matchmakermaria&amp;nbsp;  \ud83d\udc96Agape Match Instagram:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/agapematch\/&amp;nbsp;  \ud83d\udc96Agame Match Facebook:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/AgapeMatch&amp;nbsp;  \ud83d\udc96Agape Match Twitter:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.x.com\/AgapeMatch&amp;nbsp; \ud83d\ude4b\u200d\u2640\ufe0fOur Producer Venetia AKA V&amp;nbsp; Website -&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.venetiageras.com\/&amp;nbsp;  Twitter -&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/X.com\/venetiaageras&amp;nbsp;  Instagram -&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/venetiaageras\/&amp;nbsp; \ud83c\udfa5 by WTF Media Studios Website -&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.wtfmediastudios.com\/home&amp;nbsp; ABOUT THIS PODCAST \ud83d\udd17 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying! ","author_name":"Ask a Matchmaker","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/279773","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40054215\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/40054215"}