On this episode of the Social Discovery Podcast, we're delighted to be joined by Maddie Mullock & Harry Hall, Co-Founders of Buddee.

They explain how activity-focused social discovery can help create meaningful 1-to-1 connections, helping people to explore their interests with others.

Maddie & Harry also share more about their fundraising journey, the origins of Buddee, and their plans for 2024.

On this episode of The GDI Podcast, we're delighted to welcome Jamie Johnston, CEO & Co-Founder of Mattr.

He explains how the platform is inclusive of neurodivergent individuals & those with mental health issues, sharing how Mattr's platform and brand allow every dater to truly be themselves.

Johnston also tells GDI's Senior Reporter Sean Nolan about the platform's fundraising journey, it's growth in London, and its next steps.

On this episode of The GDI Podcast, we're delighted to be joined by Allie Hoffman, Creator of 'the feels'.

She shares how these IRL experiences help to foster a deeper level of connection between its participants, providing a unique alternative to other dating events.

Allie tells Senior Reporter Sean Nolan about the origins of 'the feels', the negative forces within online dating, and her advice for other dating leaders who want to enhance their IRL experiences.

On this episode of The GDI Podcast, we're delighted to be joined by Kathy O'Connell, CEO of Radiant Abilities.

She explains what the online dating industry can do to become more inclusive, looking at areas like marketing & product design.

Kathy also shares her advice for how people with disabilities can find greater confidence when dating.

On this episode of The Social Discovery Podcast, we're delighted to be joined by Nicola Gunby, Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer at CLIQ.

She explains why the CLIQ platform plays an important role in bringing together like-minded individuals and forming interest-based communities. Unlike other social apps, CLIQ is designed to foster authentic in-person friendships rather than encourage superficial online interactions.

Nicola also tells Senior Reporter Sean Nolan about how the platform can help create inclusive safe spaces for women, and shares her perspective as an experienced entrepeneur on the fundraising process.

On this episode of The GDI Podcast, we're delighted to be joined by Umair Shahzad, General Manager of Dil Ka Rishta.

He shares how Dil Ka Rishta has innovated and digitised Pakistan's matrimony journey, helping singles to explore new options for potential marriage partners.

Shahzad also discusses the verification and safety features that have contributed to Dil Ka Rishta's reputation for authentic profiles.

*Correction: Dil Ka Rishta profiles originating from marriage bureaus has now risen to 800,000.

On this episode of The GDI Podcast, we're delighted to be joined by Rachel Abramowitz, Founder & CEO of Keepler.

She explains how the platform helps users to build better relationships, equipping with them the skills and know-how to navigate online dating in an efficient way.

Abramowitz tells Senior Reporter Sean Nolan how Keepler can serve singles and couples alike, and the new features that the platform is exploring.

On this episode of The GDI Podcast, we're delighted to be joined by Rachel Van Nortwick, CEO & Founder of Vinylly.

Rachel discusses the origins of the dating app, sharing how music can be a powerful tool in bringing people together and finding compatibility.

She also tells Senior Reporter Sean Nolan about the platform's recent expansion to the UK, its opportunities for partnerships, and its exciting developments on the way.

On this episode of The GDI Podcast, we're delighted to be joined by Azmina Dhrodia, Safety Policy Lead at Bumble.

She tells Senior Reporter Sean Nolan about the recent updates to the platform's Community Guidelines, where it further enhanced its victim-centred and trauma-informed safety policy.

Dhrodia also shares her advice for online dating leaders and the best approaches to creating effective safety policy.

In this episode of The GDI Podcast, we're delighted to be joined by Jennifer Lewis, CEO and Co-Founder of Lex.

She outlines her priorities in her new role as CEO, discussing the product innovations and geographic expansion coming soon to the platform.

Lewis also tells GDI's Senior Reporter Sean Nolan about the investment landscape for queer-led and female-led businesses, and the trends that are defining dating & social discovery in the LGBTQ+ community.