Cupid's Coach with Julie Ferman
by Julie Ferman
Are you Single? Wish you weren't? I'm your host, Julie Ferman, join me as I challenge today's evolutionary, modern day dating experts, through interviews that are frank, courageous, open-hearted and often hilarious.We'll shine light on your blind spots (yep, we've all got 'em) and we'll laugh through our A-HA moments together. You'll hear about couples who did dating well and found each other, and the flops -- those who are doing dating badly -- we'll learn from them too. How might you do dating differently? What subtle and not so subtle changes might you make that might just change everything? Join me on this journey as we listen, laugh, learn and love!
Episodes
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Ep. 246 - Your Favorite Matchmaker’s Second Act: A Love Story 45 Years in the Making
What happens when the woman who helps everyone else find love gets a surprise love story of her own? Julie returns to Cupid’s Coach with a deeply personal update - and invites producer (and Great Love Debate host) Brian Howie to help tell the story. An unexpected email from her treasured college...
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Ep. 245 - Healing Through Loss: Navigating Divorce Grief & Life Transitions with Cat Hurley
Why does divorce hurt so much when no one died? Because so much actually did. In this episode of the Cupid’s Coach Podcast, host Julie Ferman welcomes Cat Hurley, an Albuquerque-based psychotherapist specializing in grief, divorce, life transitions, and identity. Cat shares her professional...
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Ep. 244 - Katherine Woodward Thomas Interview
My interview with Katherine Woodward Thomas is a permanent element in my 30-Day Boot Camp Course. Sharing it with everyone. To know Katherine is to love her. Her contribution to all of us lives on forever.
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Ep. 243 - Gretta Perlmutter
Why They Disappeared: Coping with Ghosting & Betrayal with Gretta Perlmutter Have you ever been left on "read" forever? In modern dating, few things are as frustrating or painful as a sudden, unexplained ending. In this episode of the Cupid’s Coach Podcast, host Julie Ferman welcomes Gretta...
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Ep. 242 - Jeff Abraham
Sexual Wellness & The Orgasm Gap: Better Intimacy with Jeff Abraham Why are we comfortable spending hundreds on haircuts and gym memberships, but silent when it comes to our sexual health? In this "spicy" and essential episode of the Cupid’s Coach Podcast, host Julie Ferman sits down with Jeff...
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Ep. 241 - Communication: Assessing Our Strengths and ... Our Weaknesses
Are we being honest with ourselves? What's our part in the successes and failures we have had in communication, in all of our relationships? How much courage can we muster up, to find the answers to those questions? We're doing this personal growth work together. Thank you for joining me in this...
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Ep. 240 - Angeline Constantinou
Healing After Trauma: Reclaiming Your Power and Confidence with Angeline Constantinou How do you reclaim your life when your past is rooted in trauma? In this powerful episode of the Cupid’s Coach Podcast, host Julie Ferman sits down with Angeline Constantinou, author, podcast producer, and…
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Ep. 239 - Linda Sanderville
Unblocking Love: Somatic Healing, Mental Load, and Authentic Connection with Linda Sanderville Are you living a life that requires constant escape? In this episode of the Cupid’s Coach Podcast, host Julie Ferman sits down with Albuquerque-based psychotherapist and yoga teacher Linda Sanderville…
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Ep. 238 - Chris Gillis
Why is emotional intelligence (EQ) the #1 quality modern women are looking for in a partner? In this episode of the Cupid’s Coach Podcast, host Julie Ferman sits down with fabulous dating and relationship coach Chris Gillis. Known for his deep understanding of human consciousness and "emotional...
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Ep. 237 - Maggie Lambe
Is online dating leaving you feeling more disconnected than ever? In this episode of the Cupid’s Coach Podcast, host Julie Ferman welcomes the ultimate people connector of Santa Fe, Maggie Lamb. As the founder of Local Singles, Maggie has built a thriving community of nearly 2,000 members…
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Ep. 236 - Mike Radoor
Are you living in "boy psychology" or stepping into your true strength as a man? In this episode of the Cupid’s Coach Podcast, host Julie Ferman sits down with coach, entrepreneur, and author Mike Raboor to discuss his direct approach to mindset, discipline, and accountability. Mike dives deep…
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Ep. 235 - Jennie Agin
Dating Outside Your "Type" with Jennie Agin Are you stuck in a cycle of "one-date wonders"? This week on the Cupid’s Coach Podcast, host Julie Ferman sits down with Jennie Agin, founder of Storyful Matchmaking, to reveal why your "type" might be exactly what's keeping you single. Discover how to...
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Ep. 234 - New Year, New Intentions: Doing More of What You Love
New Year, New Intentions: Doing More of What You Love Happy New Year, everyone! It’s the beginning of 2026, and as we look ahead, I have a big question for you: What is it that you really love to do that you just haven’t been doing enough of lately? In this episode, I’m inviting you to join me on…
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Ep. 233 - Julie Spira
2026 Dating Trends with the "Digital Matchmaker" Are you ready to "outsmart Cupid" in 2026? In this episode of the Cupid’s Coach podcast, host Julie Ferman sits down with a true industry rockstar: Julie Spira, America’s top online dating expert and founder of Cyber Dating Expert. With four…
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Ep. 232 - Eric Resnick
Doing Dating Better with the "Profile Helper" Are you feeling burnt out by the "dopamine slot machine" of modern dating apps? In this episode of the Cupid’s Coach podcast, veteran matchmaker Julie Furman sits down with the "OG" of online dating, Eric Resnick of Profile Helper. With over 40 years…
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Ep. 231 -Ann Parnes
How do you find true compatibility in dating — especially later in life? In this episode, Julie Ferman chats with Ann, founder of After Hello, about navigating age gaps, attraction expectations, lifestyle differences, and emotional intelligence in matchmaking. Key takeaways: * Why fantasy dating...
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Ep. 230 - Spotting the Narcissist
Is the label, "Narcissist" misused and overused? Yes. Let's clear things up. Julie shares colleague Marina Edelman's short list on what narcissism REALLY is, how to spot it, and why you should run the other way.
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EP. 229 - Tim Molnar
Tim Molnar, Dating Coach/author of Date Smarter, uses research-backed strategies and social science insights to evolve the dating landscape. How developing the art of social magnetism and saying YES to IRL events is .... dating smarter.
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EP. 228 - Bob C. Grant
Authenticity is the new Sexy. Bob C. Grant, Relationship Coach, shares how feelings are different for men than women. What's the magic that women bring to men's lives? A woman's success and strength - is it intimidating to men, or maybe just annoying? What does support look like, and the power of...
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EP. 227 - Dr. Joshua Coleman
Fractured Family Relationships? Often considered a red flag in dating - Josh Coleman, Ph.D., author of "Rules of Estrangement" addresses the issue from a personal and therapeutic perspective. When values clash among family members, can we agree to disagree? Are there underlying issues at play…
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EP. 226 - Heidi Friedman
What 104 Dates Taught Her About Love | Heidi Friedman on The Cupid’s Coach Podcast What does it really take to find lasting love in today’s world? In this inspiring episode, Julie Ferman talks with Heidi Friedman, an attorney turned author, who documented her journey through 104 first dates on…
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EP. 225 - "Authenticity, Belonging, and Redefining Love — with Misty O’Hara | The Hundred Man Plan | Ep 224 "
In this episode, Julie Ferman sits down with author and trailblazer Misty O’Hara to explore what it really means to live — and love — authentically. From overcoming judgment to embracing polyamory and writing The Hundred Man Plan, Misty shares her personal evolution and the courage it takes to…
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EP. 224 - Strong Women & Love: What’s Really Holding You Back | Julie Ferman with Natalia Hart
Why are so many successful, capable women still struggling in love? Julie Ferman sits down with Natalia Hart, transformational coach for strong women, to unpack the hidden patterns that keep high-achieving women from finding lasting connection. Together they explore: * The deeper reasons...
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EP. 223 - Digging for Gold in Dating: Finding Real Connection Beyond the Checklist
In this episode, Julie Ferman invites you to look deeper — beyond surface attraction, resumes, or “types.” It’s about digging for gold in dating: noticing the qualities that truly matter, the subtle green flags, and the small acts of integrity that reveal real potential. Julie shares practical…
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EP. 222 - Navigating Change
The Bright Spot in the Waiting Room: Host Julie Ferman shares a powerful story of a client who decided to be the "bright spot" in a difficult setting, choosing to connect with people instead of staring ahead or reading a book. By simply starting a conversation with a stranger, they arranged to…
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EP. 221 - Dating Outside The Box
Who's getting it? Stories of real people who are transforming the way they're doing dating, with remarkable observations and surprising results. Volunteer work, expanding geographic radius
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EP. 220 - Sara Holtz
The Art of Conversation in Dating | Julie Ferman with Sarah Holtz Conversation is one of the most powerful tools we have in dating and relationships — yet most of us aren’t very good at it. In this episode, Julie Ferman sits down with Sarah Holtz, author, mentor, and host of Advice to My Younger...
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EP. 219 - Miriam Katz
Miriam Katz: Host of The Ex Appeal Podcast, who's interviewing EVERYONE she ever dated. What is she learning as she interviews 111 former flames, including her 6th grade boyfriend, and the Orthodox Rabbi - she dated that guy too!
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EP. 218 - Sara Holtz
The Art of Conversation in Dating | Julie Ferman with Sarah Holtz Conversation is one of the most powerful tools we have in dating and relationships — yet most of us aren’t very good at it. In this episode, Julie Ferman sits down with Sarah Holtz, author, mentor, and host of Advice to My Younger...
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Ep. 217 - Victoria Joseph
ENM. Ethical Non-Monogamy. What is it? Who's doing it? Why is this becoming more and more of "a thing" in dating today? In dating, how to share about it if you prefer ENM, and how to ask about the issue of monogamy when vetting candidates for dating and relationships.
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Ep. 216 - Elena Michaels
Renaissance Woman, Dr. Elena Michaels, shares on Gut Feelings, the importance of "I Statements" in communication. Allowing the unfolding of a relationship, without attachment or agenda. How to set the tone for the pace in dating. Using the period of "waiting" is a time of nourishment. The power…
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Ep. 215 - Tammy Shaklee
Tammy Shaklee, "The Fairy GayMother", helps LGBTQ+ folks find each other. Are you Your Best Self on a first date, which she calls an audition for the second date? How thoughtful or critical are you in your evaluation of others? Are you a One-Date-Wonder specialist? If so, uh oh... Managing...
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Ep. 214 - Karen McMahon
Dating after Divorce, after a High Conflict Divorce. Karen McMahon, founder of Journey Beyond Divorce, addresses the complexities and offers a refreshing perspective, shedding light and giving hope to survivors of divorce.
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Ep. 213 - Evan Marc Katz Returns
The original dating coach, Evan Marc Katz returns to share insights on the hot topics. Money, Sex, Communication, and how to navigate today's dating related puzzles.
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Ep. 212 - Arielle Ford: Author of The Love Thief
This is a replay of Episode 36, enjoy! My guest is Arielle Ford, author of The Love Thief, a spiritual romance thriller that incorporates heartbreak, healing, and transformation.
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Ep. 211 - How We Actually Met Stories
Real, live stories from Boot Camp participants who are CAUSING things to happen for themselves. Holding eye contact, smiling, sharing a calling card, doing a little research, and mustering up the courage to extend an invitation. It's not as hard as they thought it was!
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Ep. 210 - Dr. Joshua Coleman
Fractured Family Relationships? Often considered a red flag in dating - Josh Coleman, Ph.D., author of "Rules of Estrangement" addresses the issue from a personal and therapeutic perspective. When values clash among family members, can we agree to disagree? Are there underlying issues at play…
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Ep. 209 - with Holistic Healer Edit Kiss
Feeling lost or depressed? Triggered often? Stuck in PTSD from past trauma? Holistic Healer/Reiki Master, Edit Kiss shows us the value in energetic therapy for healing wounds and managing the inevitable stressors in our lives. How we can bring ourselves from misery to peace.
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Ep. 208 - Conversations for Dates #1, #2, & #3
Transform the quality of your early dates, ALL of your conversations, and EACH of your relationships through the art of conversation. Engaging curiosity, acceptance, wonder and creating love through our words and open-hearted presence.
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Ep. 207 - Voice Check. How we speak matters.
About your VOICE. How we say things is as important as the words we choose. Voice Coach, Pamela Prather shares how to prepare for the first-impression-moments in our lives, including our first dates. How to cultivate authenticity intentionally, through our voices. Our costume, our psychic energy,...
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Ep. 206 - How We Actually Met
Real, live stories about how beautiful, happy couples actually met. How a "chance" encounter turned into lifelong love. What did he do, what did she do to cause that first date to happen. There's a moral to every story. Join us.
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Ep. 205 - Our Epidemic of Loneliness
Loneliness has become a crisis, an epidemic in our culture. Are you part of the problem? Can you become the solution? Are you disengaged or engaged with your fellow humans? And what might happen if you choose to become a difference-maker in your own social life and the lives of those around you?
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Ep. 204 - Who's Clueless and Who's Stretching?
Stuck in a One Date Wonder pattern? Are you courageous enough to challenge yourself? Vision Boards - uh oh, are they dangerous? Which criteria SHOULD you stretch on, and how Google Snooping can backfire.
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Ep. 203 - The goodness in bad things that happen.
How a broken foot can be a blessing. When relationships morph over time, can we hang in there? Reassessing key criteria after 35 years of marriage. Wow, huh?
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Ep. 202 - Kristi Price, Matchmaker in Philadelphia and West Palm Beach is in the Hot Seat
Kristi Price, Matchmaker in Philadelphia & West Palm Beach, on the importance of interactive conversation, bringing care and curiosity TO the dating process. Checking expectations and rethinking the stories we tell. The lengths a matchmaker will go to usher in rock-solid MEN for our female…
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Ep. 201 - Deekron Krikorian on The Imposter Syndrome: the unfulfilling striving for acceptance, pleasing, causing internal stress - reframing.
To what degree are our decisions based on ego, avoiding criticism and judgment, seeking validation? The key to creating balance between work and play.
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Ep. 200 - Alison Armstrong, Julie’s favorite relationship guru, addresses the question, “Is love scarce?”
Can we cause loving feelings? How? The opportunity in conflict, and the source of chemistry and connection.
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Ep. 199 - Carla Swiryn, Founder of DateSpot, shares Julie's passion for delivering affordable matchmaking to the masses.
Her company's pay-per-match model and Julie Ferman's Mitzvah Matches are shaking up the dating industry; no longer is personal matchmaking reserved only for the uber wealthy. It's about time.
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Ep. 198 - Colorado Matchmaker, Gabrielle Aratow reveals what Mountain Men really need.
Does a significant age difference make sense, short-term? Long-term? Looking for your soulmate? Does your soul really care how tall he is or how wealthy he is?
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Ep. 197 - Communication: Assessing our strengths and ... our weaknesses.
Are we being honest with ourselves? What's our part in the successes and failures we have had in communication, in all of our relationships? How much courage can we muster up, to find the answers to those questions? We're doing this personal growth work together. Thank you for joining me in this...
About this show
Are you Single? Wish you weren't? I'm your host, Julie Ferman, join me as I challenge today's evolutionary, modern day dating experts, through interviews that are frank, courageous, open-hearted and often hilarious.We'll shine light on your blind spots (yep, we've all got 'em) and we'll laugh through our A-HA moments together. You'll hear about couples who did dating well and found each other, and the flops -- those who are doing dating badly -- we'll learn from them too. How might you do dating differently? What subtle and not so subtle changes might you make that might just change everything? Join me on this journey as we listen, laugh, learn and love!
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Julie Ferman