Secrets They'll Only Tell a Matchmaker with Gina Hendrix

Gina Hendrix

What does it really take to find love after 40? Follow women as they navigate dating apps, figure out what men really want, and search for the man they can finally settle down with - with the help of private matchmaker and dating expert Gina Hendrix. In each episode, real women bring Gina their biggest dating questions, frustrations, and dilemmas - and Gina gives honest, no-fluff advice based on nearly 20 years in the matchmaking business. It’s a call-in-style dating show - with real women, real questions, real dating situations, and the matchmaking intel most women never get access to.

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S1 · E30
Today · 35 min
Why Dating Is Like Sushi
How do you know what you deserve if no one has ever treated you that way? Gina explains why women over 40 should lean into the good guys on the dating apps, even if the spark isn’t there yet. In this episode of Secrets They’ll Only Tell a Matchmaker, Gina Hendrix opens with an unexpected lesson from her favorite sushi spot, and the Texas gentleman from her past who taught her what it feels like to never open her own door. Her point: once your standards reset, there’s no going backward, and women who have never been treated this way often don’t realize what they’ve been missing. This podcast is for women over 40 who are getting into dating, whether you’re widowed, divorced, or have been single for a long time, and those who want help finding love on dating apps, sometimes for the first time. Gina has been a matchmaker for almost two decades, and every week she follows the real dating lives of women just like you. The Q&A includes a caller whose date was a perfect gentleman but gave her no spark, a woman who realized she’d matched with the same man she went out with three and a half years ago, and a caller about to meet a Bumble match who is shorter than she’d prefer. We hear from a listener who asks men to move from the app to email instead of text, another caller wonders how to balance a busy work schedule with a new relationship without losing her independence, and another who updates Gina on a man who FaceTimed for weeks but never made a plan. The takeaway from this episode of Secrets They’ll Only Tell a Matchmaker, with Gina Hendrix: once you’ve been treated better, your standards reset, so keep leaning into the nice guys until it’s a “hell no.” Pay attention to how a man shows up from the very beginning, because effort, or the lack of it, tells you almost everything. And no matter how many bad dates you’ve had, there’s always a lesson in them, so look for the pattern and trust your instincts the next time a red flag appears. New episodes every Thursday. Subscribe so you never miss the truth about men and dating. And if this one hits home, share it with a girlfriend who needs to hear it. Follow me on Instagram @MatchmakerGinaHendrix or visit my matchmaking website GinaHendrix.com Introducing MOD - your AI-powered dating strategist, created by Matchmaker Gina Hendrix Sign in to MOD your personal dating strategist, helping you understand men, make smarter choices, and know your next move. https://talktomod.com/auth CHAPTERS: (00:00) Introduction (02:46) MOD Matchmaker On Demand (04:43) Sushi Standards Dating Lesson (18:06) Email Versus Phone Calls (23:14) Busy Schedules And Priorities (24:46) Dating Standards In The Wild
S1 · E29
October 22 · 34 min
Navigating Dating Over 40
Dating over 40 throws up lots of new challenges, new perspectives and new opportunities. That's where Matchmaker Gina Hendrix comes in as she helps women seeking love to navigate the ever-changing world of dating. Take the dating apps as one example. How do you match with men who are genuine? Men who want the same things you do? And when you do match with a man on the dating apps, there are bound to be mistakes made along the way - so how do you both own those mistakes and move forward? Three little words can fix almost anything in dating: “I was wrong.” Most of us would rather defend, deflect, or walk away than say them. In this episode of Secrets They’ll Only Tell a Matchmaker, Gina Hendrix opens with a story from the dog park about a woman who left Gina’s dog stranded between two gates and, instead of apologizing, blamed Gina for not watching. It’s a small moment, but Gina uses it to show how refusing to own our mistakes lets resentment build in dating, friendships, and everywhere else. Then it’s into the Q&A. Whether you’re back on the apps after a marriage or have been single for years, this is the show for women over 40 who want to decode what men really want and find the partner they can finally settle down with. We hear a question about how to tell whether a man genuinely wants exclusivity or just wants you off the apps, a woman whose date said she was holding him “hostage” by waiting for commitment before getting intimate, and a caller who isn’t feeling a spark on the third date with a man who keeps treating her well. Should one lady break things off after ten dates with a man still deeply entangled with his ex-wife? Is it right to keep waiting for a “man in a tux at the front of a church”? And is dating younger men the answer to finding someone who lives an active life? The takeaway from this episode of Secrets They’ll Only Tell a Matchmaker, with matchmaker Gina Hendrix: the next time someone calls you out, don’t deny it, argue, or defend your position. Breathe, and honestly ask yourself whether they might be right, even partially. If they are, own it. The people who are easy to be with are the ones who attract great relationships. They aren’t perfect, they just don’t make their mistakes worse by defending them. New episodes every Thursday. Subscribe so you never miss the truth about men and dating. And if this one hits home, share it with a girlfriend who needs to hear it. Follow me on Instagram @MatchmakerGinaHendrix or visit my matchmaking website GinaHendrix.com Introducing MOD - your AI-powered dating strategist, created by Matchmaker Gina Hendrix Sign in to MOD your personal dating strategist, helping you understand men, make smarter choices, and know your next move. https://talktomod.com/auth CHAPTERS: (00:00) Introduction (02:17) MOD - Matchmaker On Demand (07:17) Exclusivity and Intimacy (13:08) Chemistry and Fun Dates (17:28) Ex-Wife Red Flags (23:22) Dating Tips - Chasing The One (26:22) Let Him Lead Balance (28:31) Dating Active Exceptional Men
S1 · E28
October 15 · 33 min
Stop Waiting - Start Dating
Waiting for perfection is a trap too many of us are all too willing to fall into. The perfect time, the perfect situation, the perfect man. In this episode of Secret’s They’ll Only Tell a Matchmaker, Gina Hendrix sets a challenge - lean in on the nice guys until it’s a “hell no,” and stop letting a conditioned instinct to turn and run pass for good judgment. This podcast is all about helping women over 40 as they navigate dating apps, figure out what men really want, and search for the man they can finally settle down with. Gina opens the episode with the sign she taped up in her bathroom when she was reinventing herself from celebrity stylist to matchmaker: “Did you do anything to change your life today?” It’s a question she still asks herself daily, and one that can help women as they navigate the world of dating on their journey to find love. The Q&A kicks off with a caller who keeps knowing after one date that she isn’t interested but feels guilty when a man has paid for dinner, another asks how to feel comfortable dating someone who moves in more sophisticated circles, and we hear from a woman who is dating a man with an alcohol problem. We cover what to do when men keep calling you sexy, how to ask good questions, and how to spot men who are lying on the dating apps about how much money they earn. The topic of dating widowers also comes up. It can be a difficult one to navigate, but as one lady points out, the answer usually lies in opening up the right lines of communication in a sensitive way. The takeaway from this episode of Secrets They’ll Only Tell a Matchmaker: don’t wait for perfect, because it never comes. Ask yourself every day if you did anything to improve your life, say yes when it’s uncomfortable but healthy, and stop filling your dance card with men who don’t deserve you. Be kind to the good ones, but you’re not anyone’s nurse, so keep your standards high. CHAPTERS: (00:00) Introduction (06:20) Dating Up Confidence (08:53) Dating an Addict (18:16) Dating a Widower (20:32) When to Move In (22:13) Dating App Effort (25:58) First Date Flow (29:34) Kick Him to Curb
S1 · E27
October 8 · 36 min
A Glow-Up For Your Dating, with Kerry Brett and Maggie Barry
The women who stay magnetic are the ones who never stop evolving, in how they look, how they show up, and the energy they put out. Re-invention is the theme for this episode of Secret’s They’ll Only Tell a Matchmaker, with Gina Hendrix and we have two very special guests to help us on that journey. Kerry Brett is a celebrity photographer, podcaster, dating author, and a longtime celebrity costume designer and stylist. Maggie Barry is a stylist to the stars, having dressed some of the biggest celebrities for films, commercials, fashion shows and award ceremonies. The Q&A includes a question about whether affluent men judge women based on apparent wealth, a dentist whose comments about his ex-wife's new, wealthier husband raise a subtle fear-based red flag, and whether or not it’s worth expanding the radius on the dating apps. We talk about AI generated dating messages, how old is too old when it comes to the photos on your dating profile, and how to dress to impress online and in person. The takeaway from this episode of Secret’s They’ll Only Tell a Matchmaker with Gina Hendrix: reinvention isn't about becoming someone else, it's about becoming the best version of who you already are. One small change tends to lead to another, and the moment you stop growing is the moment you risk getting left behind, in your look, your dating life, and everywhere else. New episodes every Thursday. Subscribe so you never miss the truth about men and dating. And if this one hits home share it with a girlfriend who needs to hear it. Follow me on Instagram @MatchmakerGinaHendrix or visit my matchmaking website GinaHendrix.com Kerry Brett Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kerry_brett/?hl=en-gb Shot @ Love podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shot-at-love/id1497181618 Shot @ Love book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Shot-Love-Celebrity-Photographers-Unfiltered-ebook/dp/B0FRV1MYYC Maggie Barry Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maggiebarryfashion/?hl=en-gb Gina's "One In A Million Glow-Up Experience", a goddess weekend in Los Angeles with Gina Hendrix is back. This isn't some regular makeover, it's a takeover! You’ll leave looking better, feeling better, and knowing how to show up with more confidence in your photos and your dating life. Only 10 spaces are available. Find out more and apply to attend: https://academy.ginahendrix.com/luxury-glow-up CHAPTERS: (00:00) Introduction (03:36) Luxury Glow Up Weekend (06:31) Coffee Dates and Video Chat (07:31) Red Flags and Fear Energy (10:15) What to Wear on Dates (11:41) Kerry's Tinder Love Story and Dating Apps (17:01) Long Distance Hinge Messaging (20:25) Date Style First Impressions (31:14) Photos Glow Up Wrap
S1 · E26
October 1 · 33 min
Is He Stringing You Along?
In this episode of Secrets They’ll Only Tell a Matchmaker, Gina Hendrix takes calls and offers advice to women who are navigating dating and the dating apps. We cover everything from first dates, to saying no and how to spot the good guys from the bad. One caller asks about dating multiple people at once and when it's actually time to stop, another who is hoping to build something long-term, wonders if she's wasting her time with younger men, and a caller processes a pattern of going for "nice guys" who move too fast physically. We hear from Laurie about a years-long, on-and-off “situationship” with a man who won't commit but keeps circling back, and Gina doesn't mince her words, walking through exactly why it's a dead end and coaching her toward cutting off contact for good. Another caller asks what behaviors actually predict a lasting relationship, we dive into practical advice on how to handle physical boundaries with confidence, and a listener wonders if a man in his 50s who's never been married is automatically a red flag. Gina opens this episode with something she says has been on her mind everywhere lately, not just in dating: the gap between what people say and what they actually do. Somebody can tell you they're ready, they'll change, they'll call, they'll show up differently, but she makes the case that words are cheap and behavior is the only real evidence worth paying attention to, including the stories we tell ourselves about our own intentions and choices. The takeaway from this episode of Secrets They’ll Only Tell a Matchmaker: stop listening to promises and start watching patterns. Potential isn't commitment, enthusiasm isn't commitment, and intention isn't commitment, only consistent action is. Pay attention to what's actually happening right now, not what someone says might happen someday, and don't shrink yourself to fit someone who isn't showing up as the right match. New episodes every Thursday. Subscribe so you never miss the truth about men and dating. And if this one hits home share it with a girlfriend who needs to hear it. Follow me on Instagram @MatchmakerGinaHendrix or visit my matchmaking website GinaHendrix.com CHAPTERS: (00:00) Introduction (05:58) Situationship Reality Check (10:24) Nice Guy Attraction Signals (14:02) Kiss Or Hold Back (19:03) Dating Under 40 (21:54) Red Flags And Exes
S1 · E25
September 24 · 32 min
Men and Money and Dating
If we don’t ask the right questions, we’re never going to get to the truth of any situation. And when it comes to dating, that works in multiple ways. If we’re not curious about someone, we can build an image of them that doesn’t truly reflect who they are, and that is a recipe for disaster. If we’re not brave enough to ask about our red lines, we’re just going to be disappointed further down the line. In this episode of Secrets They’ll Only Tell a Matchmaker, matchmaker Gina Hendrix opens with a personal story about a man who, convinced he already knew exactly who she was, tried to start a relationship with her. Only he'd never actually asked her a single question about herself, not her interests, her values, or how she actually lives day to day. Men and women fall into the same trap all the time: projecting a fully formed picture onto someone before ever really getting to know them, then getting disappointed when the real person doesn't match the fantasy. From there it's straight into calls. One caller opens up about a long-distance relationship where the split cost of a hotel left her feeling less than satisfied, another raises the same theme from a different angle, wondering how to say "I'm not comfortable with that" around money and effort without over-explaining herself. A caller asks how to ask about a man's lifestyle without sounding like she's a gold-digger, another processes a date that didn't go anywhere, and Gina walks through how to get clarity on a phone call before a date ever happens. We also get some top tips on getting the most from the dating apps. The takeaway from this episode of Secrets They’ll Only Tell a Matchmaker: don't build a version of someone in your head and fall for that instead of the real person, and don't let anyone do the same to you. Ask real questions, stay curious, and keep those standards high. New episodes every Thursday. Subscribe so you never miss the truth about men and dating. And if this one hits home share it with a girlfriend who needs to hear it. Follow me on Instagram @MatchmakerGinaHendrix or visit my matchmaking website GinaHendrix.com CHAPTERS: (00:00) Introduction (02:31) Projection in Dating (05:43) Who Should Pay? (10:19) Money Questions (15:45) Divorce Status (18:03) Dating App Choices (25:09) Photos and Wording That Works
S1 · E24
September 17 · 33 min
The Bumble Bio Red Flag
We can all put our best foot forward when everything’s going well. But how we react to the small stuff usually tells us a lot more about a person. How you handle a curveball, not a crisis, just the little stuff, a messed-up reservation, a late Uber, a plan that falls apart last minute, can be very telling. Matchmaker Gina Hendrix has seen this play out hundreds of times, and shares two very different reactions to the exact same kind of hiccup. One took it in their stride, the other cancelled a date. The lesson? Watch how your date reacts to minor setbacks, but watch yourself too. Do you want to be the type of person who’s derailed or the type who rolls with the punches? This episode of Secret’s They’ll Only Tell a Matchmaker is packed with calls from women seeking dating advice. One caller wants to know what's normal on Bumble these days when so few men fill out a bio. And there are red flags to look out for. Once you know what they are, you'll stop wasting time on low-level men. Another caller replays a strange moment from a great first date, when her date jumped up mid-conversation to say an oddly warm goodbye to two strangers, and Gina answers a question many of us have: what are the clearest signs a man is only looking for something casual? We discuss wearing fancy jewelry on a date, slightly cringe dating profile pictures, and what putting in effort actually looks like. And then the topic of libido. How do you ask, in a ladylike way, whether his libido is compatible with yours? The takeaway from this episode of Secret’s They’ll Only Tell a Matchmaker: don't sweat the small stuff. Nobody remembers how you handled things when everything went perfectly, they remember how you showed up when it didn't. All you can control is yourself, so choose grace, choose to pivot, and be the woman who's unforgettable because she's cool under pressure. Gina's "One In A Million Glow-Up Experience", a goddess weekend in Los Angeles with Gina Hendrix is back. This isn't some regular makeover, it's a takeover! You’ll leave looking better, feeling better, and knowing how to show up with more confidence in your photos and your dating life. Only 10 spaces are available. Find out more and apply to attend: https://academy.ginahendrix.com/luxury-glow-up CHAPTERS: (00:00) Introduction (01:05) Handling Life’s Curveballs (05:43) Glow Up Weekend Invite (12:44) The Bumble Bio Red Flag (16:59) How to Vet Dates Properly (18:34) Talking About Libido (22:35) Dating Safety Advice
S1 · E23
September 10 · 31 min
Why the Early Days Mean Nothing
Sometimes life is hard, sometimes bad things happen to good people - but the answer is never to hide away. This episode of Secrets They’ll Only Tell A Matchmaker is about dusting yourself off and going again. Whether that’s in the dating world or in life more generally. Matchmaker Gina Hendrix shares two very personal stories from her early years in LA, that almost derailed her, but instead helped shape the woman she would become. And the link to dating is clear, yes you might have one bad experience on the apps, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try again - a little wiser, but still the woman you are in your heart. In an lively Q&A, we hear from a woman who can't verify her date’s backstory, another who’s worried about a potential partner’s political views, and we talk about stepping back and letting a man lead rather than doing the work yourself. The takeaway from this episode of Secrets They’ll Only Tell A Matchmaker: don't let fear be the reason you miss out on the love you deserve. Ask smarter questions, trust your gut, lean on your community, and keep showing up, because the moment you let fear keep you inside, that's the moment it wins. New episodes every Thursday. Subscribe so you never miss the truth about men and dating. And if this one hits home share it with a girlfriend who needs to hear it. Follow me on Instagram @MatchmakerGinaHendrix or visit my matchmaking website GinaHendrix.com CHAPTERS: (00:00) Introduction (02:41) Fear vs Living Fully (06:28) Dating App Safety Q&A (15:24) Politics and Dating (16:12) Long Distance, Low Effort Man (21:36) Qualifying Dating Questions Strategy (26:29) Bragging and Energy Match (28:45) Don't Overthink Early Dating
S1 · E22
September 3 · 32 min
What Men Really Want, with David Matthews
Our special guest on Secrets They’ll Only Tell a Matchmaker is David Matthews, author of “Every Man Sees You Naked: An Insider's Guide to How Men Think.” David is a men’s dating coach and he’s here for a candid conversation about how men actually think, communicate, and approach dating. He and matchmaker Gina Hendrix cover why the idea that men are intimidated by successful women is mostly a myth, why directness gets better results than hints or games, and a surprisingly practical trick for getting past the polite "yes" answer everyone gives to "are you looking for a relationship?" The Q&A covers a wide range of topics. There's a discussion on what to do with unexpected likes and messages from couples on the apps, and how to handle it when someone you've politely declined pushes back and demands feedback. One caller opens up about juggling health challenges and dating burnout, another wrestles with a small but persistent "ick" from an otherwise great match, and we try to answer the big question: is true love real? All of this is couched in some self-reflection and a realization that the more responsibility and hustle a woman carries, the more their softness and femininity can quietly get buried under it. The takeaway from this episode of Secrets They’ll Only Tell a Matchmaker, with Gina Hendrix: the world only sees us the way we present ourselves to it, so it's worth asking whether you're showing up to dates as the guarded, hardened version of yourself or the lighter, more open one. CHAPTERS: (00:00) Introduction (04:01) Rejecting Without Debate (08:42) Introducing David Matthews (10:31) How Men Think Today (14:28) Texting Intentions And Truth (17:29) Getting Honest Relationship Answers (19:59) Awkward Intimacy Questions (23:22) Apps, Love And Better Date Questions
S1 · E21
August 27 · 33 min
Why You Keep Pushing Great Men Away
People rarely sabotage promising relationships because of what actually happened, they sabotage them because of the story they told themselves about what happened. In this episode of Secrets They’ll Only Tell a Matchmaker, with Gina Hendrix, we’re having a reality check - is the story you’re telling yourself the truth, or one you’ve made up? Gina walks through a recent matchmaking date that went sideways because both people showed up carrying baggage and skepticism instead of just meeting who was in front of them. Dating can mean playing the long game, learning about someone and really getting to know them, rather than creating stories about people we don’t really know that well yet. In this quick fire Q&A, we hear from one woman who wants to know if seeing familiar faces resurface on dating apps after a decade is a red flag, another admits she can no longer get past a slightly feminine voice, and we hear from a woman seeking advice about a date she doesn't want to go - but it's due to happen tonight! Then we hear from a woman who found herself in an uncomfortable situation - a man she'd only just started video chatting with peppered her with explicit sexual questions, we also discuss age gaps - one caller’s been told she is too old, another worries her date is only with her because she’s young. And we discuss the dangers playing detective and over-analyzing for potential red flags. The big takeaway from this episode of Secret’s They’ll Only Tell a Matchmaker: dating isn't about eliminating uncertainty as fast as possible, it's about learning to navigate it. When anxiety shows up, don't let it become your storyteller. Stay curious, gather real information, and let people reveal themselves before you decide what their story means. CHAPTERS: (00:00) Introduction (03:15) Friend Setups and Lifestyle Fit(08:18) Red Flags Age Gaps and Boundaries(16:02) Canceling the Pushy Date(22:36) Stop Red Flag Detective Mode(28:31) Standards vs Reality on Apps(31:08) Why Dating Gets Harder
S1 · E20
August 20 · 31 min
What is Sexy?
Sometimes a date can take a turn for the worse, and it’s not entirely clear why. In the early stages, it doesn’t matter too much. If you’re not that interested and not 100% invested, just move on - life really is too short. But matchmaker Gina Hendrix says often, when we look back on why things took a turn, we can learn a lot - and more times than not it comes down to one thing: we weren’t curious enough. Not detective-style curiosity, trying to figure out if he's lying or a match on paper, but real, innocent interest in another human being. Not only does that curiosity give us more opportunity to spot a mis-match early on, it’s also a sexy, magnetic quality in a person. The theme of genuine curiosity comes up throughout this episode of Secrets They’ll Only Tell a Matchmaker. One caller asks why men feel intimidated by her lifestyle - have they been properly pre-qualified? Another asks how to pick profile prompts that spark real depth instead of surface-level small talk. And we hear from one woman who wants to know why some men go flakey after a couple of conversations. The conversation turns to whether where you live makes dating more difficult, why dating and manners in general seem to have declined, and how to know when a divorced or widowed man is really ready to start dating again. The big takeaway from this episode of Secrets They'll Only Tell a Matchmaker with Gina Hendrix: bring your energy and your curiosity everywhere you go, because that, more than anything, is what people remember. New episodes every week. Follow Gina on TikTok and Instagram @MatchmakerGinaHendrix and visit ginahendrix.com to learn more about her matchmaking for men and coaching programs for women. CHAPTERS: (00:00) Introduction (02:07) Detective vs Conversation (05:23) Saying No With Grace (09:31) Profiles That Spark Talk (10:54) Flaky Messages Wiggle Room (13:37) Apps Culture And First Dates (24:45) Prequalify And Bring Energy
S1 · E19
August 13 · 32 min
Are Your Friends Keeping You Single?
A positive attitude can go a long way, and that is particularly true when it comes to dating. We all have stories to tell of bad dates, being let down by men we had high hopes for, and wading through bad profiles on the dating apps. But getting downbeat about it all isn’t going to help you find love. And a harsh truth is, being around cynical people can rub off on us. Matchmaker Gina Hendrix knows this all too well and how it can lead some women to “go into the cave”. It may seem attractive in the short-term, but once you’re in, it’s hard to get out. In this episode of Secrets They’ll Only Tell a Matchmaker, she flips the script by imagining a hopeful man surrounded by bitter friends telling him women can't be trusted, and makes the case that surrounding yourself with people who've given up on love is one of the fastest ways to sabotage your own dating life. In this lively Q&Q, we hear from a woman who wants to know if buying a boat will make her seem less feminine, how tweaking the hobbies listed on your profile can completely change the caliber of matches the algorithm sends you, and we learn why pre-qualifying is an ongoing process. The conversation turns to a pilot who won’t commit, how a snapback led to an increase in effort from one potential suitor, and why sometimes friendship is better than a relationship. The big takeaway from this episode of Secrets They'll Only Tell a Matchmaker with Gina Hendrix: protect your circle, because the wrong table will quietly drag you down before you even notice it's happening - learn the lesson of the “crab mentality”! CHAPTERS: (00:00) Introduction (03:41) Feminine Energy (07:11) Pre-Qualifying Marriage-Minded Men (10:39) Progress Without Chasing (19:47) Red Flags (22:30) Friendship Or Romance (29:19) Crab Bucket Friends
S1 · E18
August 6 · 33 min
The Red Flags You Miss, with Helen Polise aka The Muthership
Whether you’re going on dates, in a relationship, or meeting men on the dating apps, one thing remains constant: you need to be true to yourself. It’s a rule matchmaker Gina Hendrix has lived by for years and one she’s shared with hundreds of women who are navigating the world of dating. By being true to yourself, you are much less likely to overlook the red flags that often show up when dating. This week’s special guest has the same advice about being true to yourself, and some tips on finding your voice. Helen Polise, aka The Muthership, has built up more than one million followers on Tik Tok alone, and she’s done it by being honest and open with the people who follow her. Helen is a wife, mother, cancer survivor, and social media sensation. She talks about how showing up authentically on camera can change everything, from your dating life to your confidence. She also shares how social media helped her get more comfortable in her own skin, and why so many women freeze up at the idea of putting themselves out there, whether that's on an app profile or in a video. Helen also joins the Q&A, with listeners sharing questions about when to start dating after a divorce, how losing a job can affect your dating confidence, and when to walk away from a man who won’t commit. We also hear about a billionaire who insists his younger partner needs to be financially independent, get tips on the best photo-formula for success on Bumble, and the story of the date where there is no chemistry but there is bad breath. The big takeaway from this episode of Secrets They'll Only Tell a Matchmaker with Gina Hendrix: find your voice, be true to yourself and keep those standards high. New episodes every week. Follow Gina on TikTok and Instagram @MatchmakerGinaHendrix and visit ginahendrix.com to learn more about her matchmaking for men and coaching programs for women. CHAPTERS: (00:00) Introduction (03:25) Bumble Dating Boundaries (07:13) Introverts And Meeting Men (10:53) Dating After Job Loss (11:54) Told Husband To Leave (20:18) Dating Photos And Profiles (25:49) Hot Leads And Standards
S1 · E17
July 30 · 31 min
How to Get the Answers You Need from Him
If you want to find love, you’ve got to jump in with both feet. 18 years ago, matchmaker Gina Hendrix was cold-calling billionaires with a shaking hand and a lucky pen. And the mindset shift that took her from those nervous calls to a woman who built a business out of thin air is the same mindset you need if you want to find love. It’s about no longer waiting. Waiting for the right time, putting it off until tomorrow, procrastinating. It’s about taking a leap of faith and putting yourself out there. That’s the only way you’ll make progress, get the answers you need from the men you meet, and move on if you need to. In this real, raw, and irreverent Q&A, Gina answers all of your dating questions, and her advice is intended to make taking that leap of faith feel just a little bit easier. We cover how to ask the right questions before, during and after a first date, tips on honest ways to make sure your age isn’t a barrier on the dating apps, and how to talk about money - without talking about money. The conversation turns to a widower who left his date perplexed when he suddenly shifted tone, a boundary-testing “handsy guy” who won’t be getting a second chance, and why one bad reaction from one man should never rewrite your whole strategy. The big takeaway from this week’s episode of the Secrets from a Billionaires' Matchmaker podcast: the women who find exceptional men are the women who stop waiting. New episodes every week. Follow Gina Hendrix on Instagram and TikTok at Matchmaker Gina Hendrix or visit my matchmaking website at GinaHendrix.com. CHAPTERS: (00:00) Introduction (03:33) Stop Waiting Start Dating (07:03) What Men Want Most (12:13) Asking Money Questions Tactfully (14:54) First Date Feedback Secrets (17:04) Rejecting Him Gracefully (24:42) Lifestyle Compatibility Screening
S1 · E16
July 23 · 30 min
Are You Just Dating Him for the Money?
If the man you’re dating isn’t showing up with real effort - he’s not the man you should be dating. Low-level messages, failing to book a second date, or not calling when he said he would are all red flags and it’s probably time to look elsewhere. In this live Q&A, Gina Hendrix gives the advice every woman needs to hear based on her many years working as a matchmaker for billionaires. We hear from a caller who wants to know what to do when her playful energy isn’t matched by her date, another who wants to know how to find men who really want to commit, and we get Gina’s house rules for a first date. The conversation turns to dating older men, first-date rules and boundaries, and we hear an intriguing story of suspicions raised about a man who’ll only pay by cash. The big takeaway from this episode of Secrets from a Billionaires’ Matchmaker With Gina Hendrix: strip away the money, the status, the accomplishments, and every man, deep down, is still that 14-year-old boy with a poster of his favorite sex-symbol on the wall. If he’s not showing up with real effort, he may be stringing you along until he finds what he’s really looking for. New episodes every week. Follow Gina on TikTok and Instagram @MatchmakerGinaHendrix and visit ginahendrix.com to learn more about her matchmaking for men and coaching programs for women. CHAPTERS: (00:00) Introduction (01:39) How Matchmaking Changed Gina (06:14) Is He Really Looking For Commitment? (09:09) What’s with the Cash? (11:55) First Date Rules And Boundaries (16:53) Long Distance Logistics (19:22) Weeding Out Low Effort Men (22:17) Busy Guy Reality Check
S1 · E15
July 17 · 30 min
How to Spot a Low-Level Loser in 30 Seconds
When you're dating - you need to keep your standards high, and that means we don't have time to waste on low-level losers. But spotting the signs isn't always easy - unless you know what you're looking out for. In this live Q&A, we cover that and all sorts of other dating topics, including one of the biggest mindsets holding many women back in dating - the tendency to make everything about you. Whether it's a delayed text, a shift in energy, or someone changing their mind, matchmaker Gina Hendrix explains why most of it has nothing to do with you at all, and walks through how flipping the perspective - thinking about the times you've done the exact same thing to someone else - can bring instant clarity and take the sting out of early dating uncertainty. We also hear from a caller who tells Gina about a promising match on Hinge, a chief revenue officer with a great profile, who turned out to have a recent divorce and a domestic violence restraining order in his past. And another raises a deeply personal question: she has a rare, late-onset genetic condition that could affect future children, and she wants to know when it's fair to disclose that to a new partner. The conversation turns to building confidence through socializing, managing long-distance relationships, and we meet a beautiful 70-year-old who shares some tips on staying young. The big takeaway from this episode of Secrets from a Billionaires’ Matchmaker With Gina Hendrix: keep your standards high, manage your mindset, and stop taking any of it personally. New episodes every week. Follow Gina on TikTok and Instagram @MatchmakerGinaHendrix and visit ginahendrix.com to learn more about her matchmaking for men and coaching programs for women. CHAPTERS: (00:00) Introduction (03:06) Noreen’s Long-Distance Dilemma(09:22) Low-Effort Dates and Red Flags(16:42) Open Minded Bio Decode(21:33) Reconnecting With an Ex(26:32) Dropping the Handkerchief
S1 · E14
July 9 · 27 min
Catfished: How to Spot a Romance Scam
Catfished: How to Spot a Romance Scam It’s the number one scam in the United States and the people doing it are getting more and more sophisticated. Catfishing is more than just an occupational hazard for women looking for love - but knowledge is power and this episode will help you spot the red flags, and could save you a fortune. Matchmaker Gina Hendrix meets David McClellan, aka "the Catfish King," founder of Social Catfish and star of Fox Nation's Scammed & Getting Even, as well as the YouTube channel Catfished. David has spent over a decade building tools and investigative techniques to help people figure out who they're really talking to online, and he and Gina dig into just how sophisticated, and how common, romance scams have become. He reveals the biggest case he's ever uncovered, explains how scam tactics differ depending on who's being targeted, and how AI has completely changed the catfishing game. David explains why people 55 and older are disproportionately targeted, but it’s not just people in that age bracket that need to be aware - 18-to-22-year-olds are actually the fastest-growing group of scam victims. The conversation moves onto dating apps, money-transfer sites and how small adjustments to your online activity could save you from being catfished. The big takeaway: everything worth having requires real effort, and if it feels too easy or too perfect, it's worth slowing down and trusting your gut. LINKS: Social Catfish: socialcatfish.com Scammed & Getting Even: imdb.com/title/tt38813012 YouTube channel Catfished: youtube.com/@CatfishedOnline New episodes every week. Follow Gina on TikTok and Instagram @MatchmakerGinaHendrix and visit ginahendrix.com to learn more about her matchmaking for men and coaching programs for women. CHAPTERS: (00:00) Introduction (02:18) Biggest Catfish Scams and Losses (04:17) Spotting Married Men Online (07:58) Catfish Red Flags (10:06) Real Scam Story From Gina’s DMs (15:52) Tips for Verifying People (26:20) Final Catfished Takeaways
June 25 · 25 min
The Secret to Calling in Better Men
The Secret to Calling in Better Men After 18 years as a private matchmaker, here's what I know for certain: the quality of the men in your life is a direct reflection of the boundaries you have — or don't have. And most women have it completely backwards. They set boundaries after something goes wrong. After they feel disrespected. After they're frustrated. But boundaries aren't a reaction. They're a strategy. And when you get them right, everything changes — including the men you attract. In this candid live Q&A, real women bring me their real situations and we get into all of it. A woman who has been healing for three years finally feels ready to find love — but every man feels like a no and she can't figure out why. I tell her something that might surprise her, share a strategy a stranger gave me that I wish I'd thought of myself, and tell a story I rarely share — about the day I manifested one of my favorite music icons, went on a date with him, and completely blew it. Then we talk about the kissing test. If you've ever gone out with a man you weren't sure about physically, you need to hear this. You might be writing off men who could be exactly right for you just because the spark wasn't there on date one. One of my ladies proves this in real time with a story that will make you think twice before you cancel that date. We also get into love bombing — what it actually is, how to slow things down without pushing him away, and the exact words to say when a man is coming on too strong. Because when you communicate your boundaries clearly from the beginning, you find out very quickly who he really is. And finally — your dating app photos. Specifically what men actually care about when they swipe and why that action shot with the hat and sunglasses where nobody can even see your face is quietly killing your matches. The secret to calling in better men isn't luck. It starts with better boundaries. And it starts here. New episodes every Thursday. Subscribe so you never miss the truth about men and dating. And if this one hits home share it with a girlfriend who needs to hear it. Follow me on Instagram and TikTok at Matchmaker Gina Hendrix or visit my matchmaking website at GinaHendrix.com.
June 19 · 30 min
Make Him Work for It
Make Him Work for It If there's one thread running through this episode, it's this: stop doing the work that should be his. After 18 years as a private matchmaker to some of the most eligible men in the world, I've learned exactly how men think, what they value, and what makes them chase a woman versus what makes them coast. And almost every dating problem I see comes back to the same root issue — women doing the emotional, financial, and relational labor that should belong to him. We give too much access too soon. We pay our own way when we shouldn't have to. We share our deepest, most private stories before a man has earned the right to hear them. We rush into exclusivity just because he's excited, instead of making him prove it over time. In this recorded candid live Q&A, real women bring me their real situations — unscripted, unfiltered, and exactly what's actually happening in dating right now. We start with a man who tests boundaries with an 11:15pm text that's way too familiar way too soon — and I'll tell you exactly how to handle a man like this without overreacting or underreacting. Then I give you the pizza analogy that is going to completely change the way you think about long distance dating, who pays for flights and hotels, and why a man who is truly interested in you will never ask you to make the accommodations. If you've ever wondered whether you're investing more into a relationship than he is, this is the segment that will make it click. Then we get into one of the most important and emotionally honest conversations I've ever had on this show. A woman coming out of an abusive marriage asks me when, if ever, she should tell a new man her story. My answer is something every woman dating after trauma, after divorce, or after a difficult past needs to hear: he has to earn it. That kind of trust isn't something you hand out for free in the early stages of dating. He's a stranger for a very long time, no matter how kind or safe he seems. I also share a story I have never told publicly before — about a two year situationship I had years ago with someone you would absolutely recognize, what it taught me about chemistry versus character, and why physical attraction is not always what it seems in the beginning. And finally, we talk about what to do when a man wants to lock down exclusivity after only two dates. I'll walk you through exactly how long you should wait, what to say to slow things down without pushing him away, and why doing this might be the smartest dating decision you make all year. This episode covers boundaries, long distance dating, who should pay, dating after an abusive relationship, attraction versus compatibility, and how soon is too soon for exclusivity — all from the perspective of someone who has spent nearly two decades inside the minds of the men you're trying to understand. Make him work for it. Every single time. No exceptions. New episodes every Thursday. Subscribe so you never miss the truth about men and dating. Follow me on Instagram and TikTok at Matchmaker Gina Hendrix, or visit my matchmaking website at GinaHendrix.com.
June 11 · 33 min
Should You Lower Your Standards to Find Love?
"Should You Lower Your Standards to Find Love?" It's the question nobody wants to ask out loud. But after 18 years as a private matchmaker to some of the most eligible men in the world, I'm going to answer it — and my answer might surprise you. There is so much noise in the dating advice world right now. Burn the haystack. Trust no one. Raise the drawbridge. And I get why it resonates. But all of that advice is doing the opposite of what it promises. It's not protecting you. It's making you guarded, angry, suspicious, and ultimately alone. Today I'm offering you something different. I call it the perspective of sanity. In this live rapid-fire Q&A, real women are bringing real questions — about the never-married stigma that's quietly killing women's dating lives, the 71-year-old with men falling in love in her driveway at midnight, the Italian with another shrimp on the barbie, and the woman who almost passed on the man who is now buying a personal airplane to be closer to her. Keep your standards high. Keep your mind open. Those two things will take you further than any burned haystack ever will. New episodes every Thursday. Subscribe and share with a girlfriend who needs to hear this.

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