Love Comes In Many Shapes and Sizes

Finding meaningful connections becomes crucial in a world where loneliness affects physical and mental well-being. Whether solidifying familial ties or seeking companions who offer stability, love, and tranquility, the pursuit is universal. However, reality often reminds us that finding the perfect companion is difficult. How does this quest transform when elements like AI and money come into play? Today, our guest explores this intersection, providing insights into the intricate connection between love, technology, and wealth. Cassindy Chao is a matchmaker located in the Bay Area, California. Her work with matchmaking started when she was a student at Wellesley College; now, after quitting a job in finance, she works full-time as a matchmaker, primarily focused on the Asian community. I’m excited to speak with her today about her process, the requests she goes through, and the future of matchmaking with the rise of AI.  Immigrantly is a weekly podcast that celebrates the extraordinariness of immigrant life. We do this by providing our listeners with authentic, unvarnished insights into the immigrant identity in America. Immigrantly has garnered significant recognition and has been featured in renowned media outlets such as the Nieman Storyboard, The Guardian, The Slowdown, and CNN. Join us as we create new intellectual engagement for our audience. You can get more information at http://immigrantlypod.com Please share the love and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify to help more people find us!  Contribute to the show on Venmo @immigrantlypod. You can connect with Saadia on Twitter @swkkhan Email: [email protected] For advertising inquiries, you can contact us at [email protected] Host & Producer: Saadia Khan I Content Writer: Bob Afshari I Editorial review: Shei Yu I Sound Designer & Editor: Haziq Ahmad Farid I Immigrantly Theme Music: Simon Hutchinson | Other Music: Epidemic Sound