46. From First Hello… to Real Connection

🎙️ ELECTRIC PETE — From First Hello… to Real Connection Some people see passengers. I see people with stories worth sharing. This is Electric Pete. In this episode, I sit down with Susan Mitchell, founder of Be Single No More, a Philadelphia-based speed dating company bringing people together in real life since 2018. We met the way Electric Pete stories often begin — in my Uber — after one of her events. What started as a ride turned into a conversation about connection, loneliness, and why meeting in person still matters more than ever. Susan has hosted 220+ events, helping thousands connect through structured, face-to-face conversations — no swiping, no distractions, just real human interaction. 🎯 In This Episode: What actually happens at a speed dating event (and why it’s less intimidating than you think) Why people feel disconnected despite technology How structure makes connection easier How five-minute conversations can lead to real relationships Why you don’t need perfect “checkboxes” to find the right person How simply showing up can change everything This is a conversation about stepping out, being open, and rediscovering how people connect — face to face. 💡 About Susan Mitchell Susan is the founder of Be Single No More, a Philadelphia-based speed dating and social connection company. Since 2018, she has: Hosted 220+ events Created experiences across ages, orientations, and communities Built a welcoming, low-pressure environment to meet people Events include: Speed dating (heterosexual, LGBTQ+, Jewish, and more) Speed friending Events in Center City and King of Prussia 👉 Her mission: Help people meet in real life and build meaningful connections. ❤️ How It Works Attend an event and receive a name tag 5-minute rotating conversations Meet everyone Mark who you’re interested in Mutual matches are emailed within 24 hours 👉 No pressure. Just real connections. 🧠 Key Takeaways Technology connects us — but can also isolate us In-person energy and eye contact still matter Most people are nervous at first… then relax Connection matters more than checklists Even without a match, the experience has value 👉 Sometimes the win is just showing up. 🔗 Connect with Be Single No More Events: https://bsinglenomore.eventbrite.com Instagram / Facebook: Be Single No More Email: [email protected] 🚗 About Electric Pete I’m Pete — and I drive an electric vehicle. After 49,000+ rides, I’ve learned one thing: 👉 Every rider has a story. This podcast is about finding those stories — one ride at a time. 🎧 Follow Electric Pete YouTube: @ElectricPetePodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4fJD5CeymBUcZrIu6q0faZ?si=HfH1UTOIQ7WYczrgoI5QVg 💬 Join the Conversation Have you ever tried speed dating? 👍 Like 💬 Comment 🔔 Subscribe 🎯 Hashtags #ElectricPete #SpeedDating #Philadelphia #DatingAdvice #RealConnection #DatingWithoutApps