The LovHER Show

Have you seen the new blockbuster movie ,"Girls Trip" yet? Our hosts, The Matchmaking DUO's Kelli Fisher and Tana Gilmore did and boy was it hilarious. There were so many themes that triggered thoughts of what is important in life; from the importance of great friends, having intentional fun, and the list goes on and on. Tune in as Kelli and Tana switch gears from business partners to girlfriends as they recall their movie experience and how we can all use some of the lessons learned to live our best life. Here's to LOVE!

Hey LovHERS! Whether you're married, dating, or single you should always be armed with a little variety in the types of dates you go on or can suggest. Dinner and a movie is fine but after a while, what else is there? In today's episode, Certified Life and Relationship Coaches and Professional Matchmakers Kelli Fisher and Tana Gilmore, affectionately known as The Matchmaking DUO, share some amazing date ideas that will help create memories all while having fun and won't break the bank. And guess what? Many of these suggestions you can enjoy solo if you haven't met "the one" yet because it adds depth to the conversation and your answer to the age old question, "So tell me about yourself" which is sure to come on the first or second date. Break up the monotony, enjoy some new experiences, and have much more to bring to the table no matter what stage of a relationship you're in. Have fun and Here's to LOVE!

Music by: Sharla K.

As Certified Life/Relationship Coaches and owners of one of the most sought after Matchmaking agencies in the country, we are surrounded by single women and men who are looking for love. One of the biggest complaints we hear these days from women is that many men they meet feel they don't have to invest as much time or effort anymore in the dating process and some men are wanting more in exchange for less early on in a relationship. Has this happened to you or someone you know? Well in today's episode we are calling out some of the most common scenarios we see in the dating world and giving our Matchmaker approved tips on how to handle them. No more letting him "skate" around you. Instead, starting today, listen in to learn practical tips on how to make dating first a requirement to get to know each other on a deeper level and ultimately move the relationship to commitment.

Yes it can be done. Here's to LOVE!!

Music by: Sharla K.

Hey LovHERS! We were so thrilled to join Essence.com's YesGirl! podcast last week as guests of the show. The topic was, "Why would you choose a matchmaker?" It was so much fun chatting it up with the hosts because we all realized that often people will think they understand what matchmaking is but because it's not commonplace, there are probably so many versions dancing around in their minds about what it really is. Make sure you tune in to YesGirl! at essence.com/podcasts to hear our answers to their questions and listen in here today as we dispel many of the myths you might hear floating around so you can be more informed about what we do and how it all works.

Here's to LOVE!

Music by: Sharla K.

Does it seem like figuring out what a man is thinking in a relationship is super complicated and hard to decipher? Why is that? In today's episode The Matchmaking DUO, Kelli Fisher and Tana Gilmore, uncovers what they've learned on the subject over the years which is that men are really not that difficult to understand at all. They are often direct communicators but we as women sometimes find the need to hear what they say and take it one step further i.e. "Hmmm, but what is he REALLY trying to say?" What would happen if we take their words at face value? Tune in as we discuss the most common responses men offer in various situations and what they mean to you. Add this to your communication toolbox and check them off your list. Here's to LOVE!

Music by: Sharla K.

In today's episode, The Matchmaking DUO's Kelli Fisher and Tana Gilmore discuss some practical tips to maximize your season of singleness. If you're actively doing things or putting yourself in position to be found, your single season is just that," a season" and it's only a matter of time before you meet someone interesting who you want to pursue a relationship with. But in the meantime, there are so many things you can do now that you're not attached that you can explore and enjoy on your own without your new mate's approval and the flexibility you have now is something you may not have so freely available when you get married. Yes you'll be with the love of your life but remember, now there will be 2 schedules, 2 opinions, a shared direction for the relationship and family, financial and professional goals that need to be prioritized, etc. So tune in as Kelli and Tana offer suggestions of how to maximize your time in this single season so you can enjoy it to the fullest while you can!

Here's to LOVE!

Music by: Sharla K.

In today's episode, The Matchmaking DUO's Kelli Fisher and Tana Gilmore have invited special guest, Dr. Terri Orbuch (PhD), The Love Doctor, in to discuss 4 cues to distinguish between lust and love and she also talks about the science of happy relationships. Dr. Terri is an author, speaker, therapist, and has published over 1000 articles as well as being featured on numerous media platforms including The Wall Street Journal, NY Times, USA Today, Cosmopolitan, The Today Show, CNN, and the list goes on and on. One of the most interesting parts of Dr. Terri's work is the fact that she has followed over 700 couples for over 30 years and through this research she has been able to track trends of success and failure. This data can be useful to all of us as we seek to either find a new relationship or make the one we're in, great. So tune in as we use science and research to help us not reinvent the wheel. Are you in? I know we are. Here's to LOVE!

Music by: Sharla K.

As Certified Life/Relationship Coaches and Professional Matchmakers, every client we serve is required to begin their journey with some form of personal coaching and one of the biggest hurdles we often have to work on is overcoming fear. Whether it's the fear of believing it's possible to find "the one", the fear of launching into a new approach to dating, the fear of "if" they can finally get this relationship thing right, or even the fear of starting over yet again. In today's episode, join us as we tackle the larger subject of fear in life itself and how it can often carry over into other areas of our lives. Think of all that you've overcome overall and let us help you transfer that resolve into your love life! You can do it! We're always rooting for you! Here's to LOVE!!

Kelli and Tana, "The Matchmaking DUO!"

Music by: Sharla K.

In today's episode The Matchmaking DUO, Kelli Fisher and Tana Gilmore, talks in depth about one of their most popular blogs published on Essence.com. "In this blog we wanted to share some myths and some facts about single Black women and a few of the challenges we hear from them when dating." Tune in as they enter the Love Lane and see if any of these resonate with you or someone you know along with a few inside tips to overcome some of the obstacles...Matchmaker approved!

Also, don't forget to register for their brand new LovHER Tour which starts June 17th in 4 cities if you're ready to jumpstart or re-ignite your love life for Summer! Info is found on all social media @thematchmakingduo. Here's to LOVE!

Music by: Sharla K.

In today's episode, The Matchmaking DUO's Kelli Fisher and Tana Gilmore discuss in detail one of the recurring themes they see with clients who are successfully matched...optimism. Optimism is defined as "hopefulness and confidence about the future or the successful outcome of something." Why is it that some people find love faster than others, even if they're dedicating to looking on their own? Of course being optimistic isn't the only factor, but it plays a huge part in having self confidence, being joyful with others, and ultimately The Law of Attraction sets in. Even in marriage we would dare to say your level of optimism can fuel you through tough times and those rough patches that are sure to come. Knowing this is just a bump in the road as opposed to "well this is the end" can be the difference you need to make it through. Whether you're feeling fully optimistic today or need some help to get there, tune in to hear more about the topic and be inspired to be optimistic each and every day! Here's to LOVE!

Music by: Sharla K.