Better Love Podcast

I chat with Tamara Jem, Miss Universe and Entrepreneur who shares her journey with us about becoming the CEO of her own beauty brand!  About Tamara 27-year-old Tamara Jemuovic is a businesswoman focused on Entrepreneurship and Woman's Empowerment, setting daily examples for women on how to utilize their mindset's power to improve their quality of life. She is passionate about spreading knowledge and lifting other women to find independence and reach their full potential. Tamara is a published international model for L'oreal, Schwarzkopf, Rogers Communications, and more. Her discipline and go-getter attitude has landed her several national crowns and recently been the foundation that has brought her entrepreneurial ideas to life. Tamara is the CEO & Founder of PHNX Cosmetics, a makeup brand that uses only clean ingredients, is cruelty-free, and is made in Canada. Tamara believes that everyone should be able to wear makeup that is made from clean ingredients without compromising on the quality of the cosmetics. The birth of PHNX is intended to provide the cosmetic industry with a revolutionary change. Being raised in Toronto has allowed her to emerge in the richness of all cultures around her. Tamara's love for culture has fuelled her desire to travel to over 30 countries and encouraged her love for linguistics. She is multilingual and desires to continue educating herself in more languages. She is passionate about education. Tamara has a degree from the most prestigious university in Canada, completed her graduate studies in Hawaii and she is also a licensed Real Estate Broker. As Miss Universe Canada 2021, Tamara will rise to inspire more women aiming to achieve independence in their respective entrepreneurial journeys.

In this episode Carmelia chats with Joel Relampagos who is the Founder of 'Change Your Algorithm,' which provides free mental health support with certified therapists being of service to a community of thousands across the globe.    About Joel Relampagos TV Executive & Founder of 'Change Your Algorithm' Joel Relampagos is a TV Executive Producer based in Los Angeles. A majority of his work was Executive Producing NBC's hit weight-loss show 'The Biggest Loser'. He also Executive Produced the student debt show 'Going From Broke' alongside Ashton Kutcher. He has been a show-runner for multiple production companies such as LeBron James' 'SpringHill'. His most recent show was YouTube Original's 'Recipe For Change' which brought together AAPI celebrities, activists and influencers to celebrate the AAPI culture and raise awareness about Stop Asian Hate. His new show for ABC airs this November. Joel is also the Founder of the mental wellness company 'Change Your Algorithm' which provides free mental health support with certified therapists being of service to a community of thousands across the globe.   Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

In this week's episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with relationship and mindset expert Anil Gupta. He shares very openly his struggle in his marriage, his battle with thoughts of suicide, self-worth and feeling unworthy. According to Anil, he's a billionaire because he has an abundance of love in his life and priceless experiences that have brought him incredible joy!     About Anil Anil Gupta overcame suicide in 2008 and has since then formulated the Happiness Formula, spoken on Fox News, Harvard, Sky TV, Tedx, written a best seller book, Immediate Happiness and founded The Happiness Score. He has held relationship and mindset workshops in over 18 countries and translated in 8 languages, with audiences of over 10,000 fans. Anil has a unique intuitive gift to remove the blockages that prevent people living fulfilled lives of impact. Anil is on a mission to inspire 1 billion people and is always available to share his unique and powerful content. Follow Anil on Clubhouse @anilgupta On Instagram @anilguptausa    Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

In this episode I chat with tech founder Mike C-Roc who just launched Blooprinted. Blooprinted is a platform that tailors templates for success in any market. Featuring step-by-step approaches that are custom-built for any vertical industry, blooprinters can utilize the platform to sell their formula for success. Mike shares his personal story from struggle to success. He overcame a troubled childhood, broken home, abuse and addiction to thriving and living an amazing life with his wife and kids.  About Mike Mike "C-Roc" Ciorrocco is the Co-Founder of Blooprinted, best-selling Author of ROCKET FUEL Convert Setbacks. Become Unstoppable and the powerhouse behind the "What Are You Made Of?" podcast. He is a performance coach, author, dynamic public speaker, visionary and thought leader. He has been featured by Yahoo! Finance as one of the Top Business Leaders to Follow in 2020 and is on a mission to build people. He is driven to Inspire others and he measures his success on how he is able to help others achieve greatness. C-Roc had a fire lit in him at an early age. That fire has ignited him with a fierce desire to compel people to see the greatness inside themselves using past life events to fuel their fire.

Last month I had the pleasure of interviewing "Under Cover Billionaire" Grant Cardone all about having a Billionaire Love Life. This week I had the opportunity to meet his other half, Elena Cardone. She is the author of "Build An Empire" and founder of 10X Ladies. We hear her side of their love story and what it takes to run a multi-million dollar business and a home.    About Elena The Queen of her Empire, Elena has designed, constructed and protected a life outside of the ordinary. She has inspired a legion of followers to create their own empires – lives that are truly fulfilling and beyond the average. She counts her current job as her most important one – Chief Family Officer, where she is a loving mother, fierce wife and loyal friend. Bestselling author of the book Build An Empire and an in-demand speaker, Elena has traveled the globe sharing her insight, wit and experiences building an empire and creating an extraordinary 10X life for herself, husband and family.   Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

In this episode, I have the chance to speak with serial entrepreneur and founder of Femme Fatale Media, and the "Mind Your Business Podcast" Emily Lyons. Emily recently launched the Say More Agency, the world's first audio influencer management and sponsorship agency. Emily shares how she's overcome major obstacles in her life and yet continues to show up and to serve.  About Emily: Emily is the founder and CEO of North America's top event staffing agency. With Emily at the helm, what started as a small agency has exploded like firecrackers across the entertainment scene in Canada and The United States. A long list of accolades has already made its home with Femme Fatale Media Group, including five consecutive Annual Toronto Nightclub Awards and three Top Choice Awards. What's more, Emily's hustling has won over big names like Warner Bros., MAXIM, UFC, Justin Bieber, Drake, Lamborghini, and so on. Named “Canada's Top Agency” by Forbes.com Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

In this week's episode I chat with author and relationship expert Rachel DeAlto about how to be relatable. She's written a book about how to connect with anyone, anywhere! I've known Rachel for over 10 years and have seen first hand her ability to relate to anyone in the room. She has the gift of connection and is an incredible entrepreneur, mother, partner and friend.   About Rachel: Rachel DeAlto is a relationship expert, coach, media personality, and speaker. She is the author of “relatable: How to Connect with Anyone Anywhere (Even if It Scares You)” (Simon & Schuster's Tiller Press, Fall 2021). Rachel has appeared as a relationship expert on Lifetime's Married at First Sight, TLC's Kate+Date, and as the host of FYI's Kiss Bang Love. Rachel DeAlto maintains an undergraduate degree from Syracuse University, a Juris Doctorate from Seton Hall University School of Law, and is presently completing a master's in psychology. In addition to her regular appearances, Rachel has also been featured on a multitude of media outlets including The TODAY Show, Access Hollywood Live, and Fox News. She has also given three TEDx talks including Being Authentic in a Filtered World which is featured on TED.com. Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

In this episode of Better Love, I had the pleasure of chatting with Kim Walsh Phillips, who shares her journey about when she was dating as a single, divorced, successful female entrepreneur! I met Kim on Clubhouse and she opens up about the challenges of dating as an entrepreneur in a small town. Kim is driven to help business owners, and is the founder of the "More Followers Challenge." She teaches people how to grow their social media following to create more income and impact. I've partnered with her to help others increase their following and hopefully attract amazing business and personal relationships! Join the current challenge now. About Kim: Kim is the founder of Powerful Professionals, a business coaching and education company. She went from 32 clients to over 11,000 in less than a year and was recently named #475 in the Inc 5000 and is an MBA-free self-made millionaire. Her super power is scaling consulting and coaching businesses to six and seven figures and beyond. Named “a must to read by those in business” by Forbes Magazine, she is the best-selling author of multiple books including The Ultimate Guide to Instagram for Business and The No BS Guide To Direct Response Social Media Marketing. She's the behind-the-scenes secret weapon of some of the biggest names in business including Kevin O'Leary from Shark Tank, Dan Kennedy, Mike Michalowicz, Author of Profit First, Harley Davidson, Hilton Hotels and Highpoint University and has spoken on stages beside some of the world's leading thought leaders including Tony Robbins, Grant Cardone, Barbara Corcoran and Gary Vaynerchuk. Kim resides just outside of Atlanta, GA with her very tall husband and glitter obsessed girls and is fueled by faith, love, laughter and lots and lots (and lots) of coffee.  Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

Marni Kinrys is recognized as one of the leading coaches for men. I love her no nonsense approach to coaching and teaching men the skill to attract and keep a great partner.  Marni has developed several programs to help men build confidence and approach women.  About Marni: Marni is the founder of The Wing Girl Method. What's special about her method? She gives you access to the 5% of knowledge about attracting women that no man can ever teach you. How does she have access to this? Because she knows women inside and out.  Her job as a wing girl is to teach you everything you need to know to attract, date and get any girl you want. The materials she provides will show you how to boost your sexual and masculine confidence by getting a clear understanding of how women work, what they want and why they do the things they do. As well as help you gain a strong masculine character, whose presence women will be attracted to from miles away. Follow Marni on YouTube Instagram @winggirlmethodofficial Website www.winggirlmethod.com Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

In this week's episode of The Better Love Podcast I had the pleasure of speaking to Rob Moore, the founder of The Disruptive Entrepreneur as we talk about love, money, business and yup, SEX! I met Rob on the audio platform Clubhouse on a 'UK Mod Squad" stage with entrepreneur John Lee. Don't miss this extremely interesting discussion full of lessons on life and love as well as a few business.   About Rob: Rob Moore, known as the Disruptive Entrepreneur ™ went from being heavily in debt in his 20s, to a self-made millionaire by 31.  Author of 17 business related books, many, best-sellers. Owns/manages and is developing almost 1000 units in his property management companies. Rob is the host of regularly top ranked podcast the “Disruptive Entrepreneur” with almost 700 episodes and 15 billionaires. He is a double public speaking world record holder; including 47 hours individual speaking world record, has an 8 figure a year training co. with 9 figures in revenue. Rob is a RISE board member for the Princes Trust and founder of the Rob Moore foundation for young and underprivileged people. He won business of the year in 2016 and Property Training Company of the Year 2017. He is a business mentor to many celebrities & successful business people. Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

In this week's episode, Carmelia chats with Dr. Dave Touhill, he is a single, successful entrepreneur who recently shared a post on Instagram about the "Dating Flywheel." Dr. Dave shares how he's applied the marketing flywheel to dating and openly chats about the importance of building trust in relationships. Dr. Dave has developed the marketing strategies for some of the fastest growing brands in the world and has his finger on the pulse of what works in marketing. His teams have managed over 50M in digital ads and has a skill for solving complex marketing challenges using his advanced expertise in all areas of digital marketing, including: Paid Ads Strategy (Google, FB, IG, OTT), Sales Copywriting, Paid & Organic Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing & List Segmentation, Online Course Development, Digital Product Launches, Marketing Budget Allocation, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Organization Structure, Hiring & Firing Agencies, Virtual Summits, Branding & Avatar Development Dr. Dave has been privileged to work alongside online industry leaders including Dr. Josh Axe, Jordan Rubin, Shannon Terry, Andrew East & Shawn Johnson East, Dr. Chris Motley, Dr. Mark Stengler, Stephen Franson, Tony Ebel, Dan Sullivan, Caleb Hodges, and many others. Follow Dr. Dave @drdavidtouhill Website: https://www.meetwithdrdave.com/ Clubhouse @doctordavid Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

On this week's episode Carmelia chats with the star of 'Undercover Billionaire' and real life real estate mogul, Grant Cardone. Carmelia met Grant on Clubhouse.  Grant has amassed over 600K followers since joining in October 2020. Grant openly shares his journey from leading a "Playboy" lifestyle to becoming a devoted father and husband. Grant gives valuable insights on what it takes to attract, keep and maintain a healthy relationship through personal development and self-reflection. It was an area in his life he had never really prioritized. When Grant makes a decision, he also makes the necessary sacrifices to crush any goal! He is known for his 10X Rules to Business, and frankly, I believe he's proven how to 10X the quality of his romantic and personal relationships. You don't want to miss this!   About Grant: Grant Cardone owns and operates seven privately held companies, and a private equity real estate firm, Cardone Capital, with a multifamily portfolio of assets worth over $2 Billion. He is the Top Crowdfunder in the world, raising over $550 million in equity via social media. He is featured on Season 2 of Discovery Channel's Undercover Billionaire, where he takes on the challenge of building a million dollar business in 90 days. Grant is also a New York Times bestselling author of 11 business books, including The 10X Rule, which led to Cardone establishing the 10X Global Movement and the 10X Growth Conference, now the largest business and entrepreneur conference in the world. The online business and sales educational platforms he created serve over 350,000 individuals and Forbes 100 clients throughout the world. Voted the top Marketing Influencer to watch by Forbes, Cardone uses his massive 15 million plus following to give back via his Grant Cardone Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to mentoring underprivileged and troubled youth in financial literacy.   Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

Matchmaking Academy Open For Enrolment! Become A Matchmaker & Dating Coach. In this special episode I talk with my co-founder Hunt Ethridge about how to become a matchmaker through the Matchmaking Academy! Are you interested in becoming a matchmaker or dating coach? This week I interview one of my business partner's @questforadvice about @officialmatchmakingacademy Hunt and I chatted about the steps to becoming a matchmaker, the matchmaking industry and share insight into the love industry! If you're curious about becoming a matchmaker, or would like to work with a matchmaker, book a discovery call at www.matchmakingacademy.com   Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

This week's live interview and podcast guest is communications expert Sara McCord who I met on Clubhouse. Sara specializes in helping individuals and companies execute broad content goals from thought leadership and visibility to re-branding! Sara is a cheerleader for entrepreneurs like myself and acts as her own "matchmaker" pairing brands to influencers for successful partnerships! About Sara: Clients often come to me when they're ready to level up. When they want their thought leadership to sound even better and be seen by more people. When they know their website would benefit from being updated. When they'd like to be seen at the forefront of their field; and need content to match the quality of their product or service. I was first published across the web nearly a decade ago, and became known for career and communications advice; writing with clarity and authenticity; and editing for experts across industries. I wrote more than 200 articles that were featured in Forbes, Mashable, Cosmopolitan, The Muse, Business Insider, and more. I started my communications firm in 2017. I combine best practices with innovative thinking, and love working with clients who do the same. I work with thought leaders, small businesses, and large companies. Follow Sara on Instagram @sarajmccord and Clubhouse @saramccord Website: https://www.saramccord.com/ Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

In this week's podcast and videocast episode, I met with actor and comedian Paul Loduca in the studio. Paul is also an award winning editor and newly single bachelor. We talk about his interesting career journey, dating and breaking up in the pandemic as well as chat about his new passion for helping business owners with social media.   About Paul: Paul Loduca is an actor, award-winning video editor, comedy writer, musician and social media influencer and marketer   Follow Paul Follow Paul:  @paulysperspective @neverestmusic  @paulstellacomedy Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

This week Carmelia chats with Toronto realtor and real estate investor Nadia Musharbash. Nadia shares her views about love and real estate between singles and couples who are thinking about purchasing a property together. She's been busy during the pandemic with singles and new couples looking to buy their first property. Nadia holds over 12 years of experience in personal and business banking, with over 18 plus years in real estate investing, and holds a PFP designation from the Canadian Securities Institute. In 2017, she was one of Scotiabank’s top business advisers in Toronto, bringing in $60 Million in sales. Nadia has been advising friends and family on their real estate purchases for years, and was excited to expand her knowledge of the industry as a Sales Representative and now Real Estate Broker in this next stage of her career. Nadia’s passion for real estate estate and investing goes as far back as she can remember. At the age of 21, she was already a landlord and flipping houses on the home design and staging side. After her time in finance, and real estate sales, becoming a Real Estate Broker felt like an exciting and natural progression. Primarily working in the West End of the GTA and Toronto, Nadia has become one of the more versatile Brokers servicing her clients in the Residential and Commercial sectors wherever her clients need help.  Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

Garin Flowers believes that "Nice guys finish first!" I love this saying, and it was great to have met him on a Clubhouse stage. Garin was second to leave The Bachelor Season 16 and regrets nothing about his experience. We talk openly about life, love and what he's looking for in his future wifey.    About Garin: Garin Flowers is an Emmy-nominated and AP Award-winning journalist, on-camera host, and professor in Los Angeles. Part of his work includes screening films and interviewing cast members at world premieres and movie junkets (now on Zoom). He’s interviewed some of the biggest names in Hollywood, including Dwayne Johnson, Daniel Craig, Jamie Lee Curtis, Will Smith, Chris Evans and Kevin Hart. If you watched season 16 of The Bachelorette you may have seen him as a contestant. He didn’t find love, but learned a lot about life, love and romance. In his spare time, he loves getting together with friends to cook and have game nights, discover new music and check out LA's incredible views.   Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

Love Is Blind aired on February 13th 2020 on Netflix just before the pandemic and quickly became one of the top rated and trending shows on Netflix. Kelly Chase is one of the four couples who made it to the altar. Spoiler alert, she did say NO to Kenny in a jaw dropping, heart pounding moment on TV and received a lot of negative public opinion from Kenny fans. This week she shares the lessons learned from the show, what she's up to now and what's important for her in seeking her next romance.    About Kelly:   Kelly is a Business & Mindset Coach, Reality TV Celeb, and small town girl from "the 'Ville", who is on a mission, through vulnerability and raw storytelling, to inspire, motivate, and empower women to create the life they crave!  Kelly combines business strategy + mindset coaching to help single female entrepreneurs overcome burnout, reconnect to Self and master their self worth. As we release, redefine, and rise, we will receive all that we desire!   Kelly has been through her own journey of challenges from weight gain/loss and body image, to being $30K in debt and manifesting the money to pay it off in under 2 years; to not honoring her boundaries when it came to love & relationships, losing herself, and rediscovering who she was again.  Furthermore from burnout and anxiety to once & for all resigning from the "9-5" world. Kelly's mantra is "let go of what is no longer serving you to create space for new, for peace, happiness and joy".  She has been practicing this for a few years; and some of her own deep rooted stories & behaviors have caused conflict with her own mantra, but in the end, she always chooses that joy, she always chooses Her, and in turn, radically receives what she desires!    Follow Kelly on Clubhouse: @kellychase  Follow Kelly on Instagram: @chaselifewithkelly   Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

Carmelia chats with social media expert and Clubhouse rockstar Brittany Michalchuk. They met on Clubhouse and began hosting the "Single And Ready To Mingle" Speed Dating and matchmaking event every Saturday from 2:00pm - 6:00pm EST! They encourage singles to connect with each other and optimize their Clubhouse Bio's to attract an amazing partner!   About Brittany: Brittany has been featured on Metro, CBC, Good Morning LaLa Land, CTV, Global News, Sports Network, The Star, ETA Canada, Flare, Toronto Life, Hello Magazine. She's worked with thousands of people including Top 500 companies and successful world renown businesses like, Dentyne Ice, Wrangles, ATB financial and countless 7, 8 and 9 figure power houses!!! Her passion is marketing and her purpose is impacting the world in a big way. She wants to share with you what she's been perfecting and teaching for over a decade, how to grow your brand & income from mastering the Art Of Social Media Sales. Her passion is to dedicate her life to help entrepreneurs make money through Instagram and marketing. Follow Brittany @clubhousebritt Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

Carmelia chats with Love Coach and Teen Coach Canada founder, LeeAnne Galloway. LeeAnne has been busy coaching teens during the pandemic with all the challenges the pandemic has caused. LeeAnne still supports a few matchmaking and date coaching clients while she also takes on teens to help them with all of their concerns. If you need support with your teen, you can visit LeeAnne's website at: teencoachcanada.com About LeeAnne: LeeAnne has been called the “teen whisperer” because she get teens. She has over 20 years experience in coaching, teaching and mentoring teens. Having worked with hundreds of students and families through her private practice and within the arts community, she knows the support teens need. She is a qualified Associate Certified Coach (ACC) with the International Coaching Federation (ICF), and a graduate of the teen coaching program with Teen Wisdom, with a specialization in Mindful Mastery. For 21 years she has worked as an arts teacher in schools and camps across Ontario. From 2014-2018 and presently she is the program director for the Randolph College Kids program. She is responsible for the creation, delivery, and design of the programs, teacher development, student and parent support/safety, the youth assistant program, and policies around anti-bullying, inclusivity and BIPOC practices. Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

Carmelia interviews content creator Julia Grandoni who got fired from her job as a waitress, to suddenly being offered a job at a social media ad agency focused on TikTok. She's got the rags to riches story of lying on her couch feeling like nothing; now making a massive impact on social media and running two of the largest ad agencies for TikTok audiences. She would have never imagined that ranting and complaining about the pandemic, dating and all the things that bother her could lead her to her dream job! This is one of my favourite interviews and another Clubhouse Queen making a difference for so many people! About Julia Julia has always had an entrepreneurial spirit from her father growing up. I was always pushing myself into business without really knowing how. Finally after hitting rock bottom Julia made some drastic decisions that set her on a path of success over a just a few months just by "talking" on a cell phone. Being 23 years old and always learning to take the high road as well as working hard has changed Julia. Working as a Creative Director of 2 massive companies in North America and being known for building Tiktok Ads. Julia has a very ambitious appetite and she loves connecting with different people, it is what feeds her soul.  Julia is very dynamic and adaptable with a strong passion for learning about new things; like the stock market to health and wellness. Julia has a very strong sense of community and one of the things she loves most is helping and watching small businesses grow and gain success! Follow Julia @juliagrandoni Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

In celebration of International Women's Day Carmelia chats with Natasha Grano! Natasha is the creator of the MBS Method- Meditational Behavioural Synchronicity. Your transformation to a greater life! Natasha is the nation’s #1 Female Mindset Coach with 1.6 Million followers on Instagram that she grew in a year! Her knowledge of social media went viral in 2016 gaining over 100 Million Views to date when she began to share her personal memoirs of the traumatic experiences she had been through in her life and how she over came them and grew to become a world-renowned expert in the self-development field. Natasha is the best selling Author of The Action Plan which teaches you how to use the powerful laws of the universe to attract all you want into your life through actionable steps the same way she did. Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

Carmelia Chats with Amber Walker the CEO of Amber Walker Events and Pop Box Proposals. Pop Box Proposals is everything you need to make the perfect proposal, all inside one box, except the ring...that's on you! Pop Boxes are delivered directly to you with everything you will need wrapped up nice and neat. The boxes also include a guide and tips on how to setup and plan your day.    About Amber:   Amber has years of experience planning all types of events, however she specializes in high profile social events and corporate functions. One thing that sets an Event Coordinator apart from others is how well they can “make it happen.” Amber prides herself on being able to make all her clients visions come to life seamlessly without the stress. If you know Amber, you'd know that there is nothing Amber dislikes more than having someone tell her they “can’t do something” you will often hear Amber say “I don’t want to hear about what you can’t do, I want to hear about what you can do” This is the distinct difference between Amber and other planners and coordinators. Amber's passion is to make her clients vision come alive while truly thinking outside the box with all avenues. Connect with Amber @amberwalkerevents    Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

I had the pleasure of interviewing Gary Henderson about Clubhouse culture and building solid relationships on CH. He also shared how he met his current wife Peyton and navigated dating with small kids after his 2-year divorce. Gary currently resides near a beach in Puerto Rico with his wife, working smarter not harder. I loved this conversation and Gary is a Rockstar on Clubhouse who is a man to follow! His Clubhouse handle is @garylhenderson  About Gary: Gary Henderson is the Founder of Gary.Club on Clubhouse and DigitalMarketing.org. It is a full-service Digital Marketing Agency providing a mix of done for you services and consulting for businesses worldwide. They were recently named the Hubspot 2017 Rookie Agency Of The Year and have helped generate over $250m in online revenue in the past eight years!  Connect with Gary Henderson @garylhenderson on instagram, Gary Lee Henderson on Facebook and garylhenderson on Twitter Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

Can you meet your match on Clubhouse? Carmelia shares her experience about what she's learned on Clubhouse. Clubhouse is an invitation-only audio-chat social networking app launched in 2020 by software developers Alpha Exploration Co. As of December 2020, it was valued at nearly $100 million.  Carmelia and Brittany host a weekly singles dating game on Clubhouse called "Single and Ready To Mingle" where they Speed Date and host an engaging event to connect singles!    Follow @BrittanyMichalchuk Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

Carmelia Ray chats with fellow fempreneur Shenaz Mohammed about entrepreneurship, pivoting her legal business and the challenges with dating during the pandemic. Shenaz shares a wealth of knowledge around what legal needs families and business owners are seeking at this time. Shenaz is a successful creative who breaks down the day to day of her life as a busy entrepreneur.   About Shenaz Fashion By Law was founded in 2017 by Shenaz. A proud Canadian born and raised in Toronto. She has developed a unique experience in the Canadian fashion industry, she co founded and was Director of Operations for a prominent Toronto based luxury menswear label which has showcased in numerous fashion weeks, leading to incredible hands on experience in creating and directing a brand from start to finish. Follow @shenazm For more information on Fashion By Law click here Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

Carmelia chats with Ray Bautista, serial entrepreneur and Toronto bachelor. Ray is passionate about helping his clients achieve breakthrough results. He's also on a mission to live his best and healthiest life. After losing almost 80+ pounds through intermittent fasting and exercising, Ray shares his insights on how to find the right partnerships in life and business.   About Ray:  An Entrepreneur who loves the Internet and the possibilities we can make from our dreams. Whether you are helping clients or your team, you’re building trust and must communicate with clarity to understand how to execute on maximizing time and revenue together. Outside of work, I coach and consult people who feel trapped, lost, or need guidance so they can reach their desired situation. I also love cooking, running, and living a healthy lifestyle and consider myself a “Freedom Lifestyle Ambassador” always educating myself and sharing knowledge with friends and colleagues.   Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

It's the New Year and the perfect time to focus on your health and fitness. Carmelia chats with Dr.Farida Jeejeebhoy, cardiologist and owner of iFit Zone studio in Vaughn. iFit Zone studio is a private all-inclusive sports, health and performance center that Carmelia has been attending since the pandemic. Farida shares her personal story about being a busy entrepreneur and needing to focus on her health to live a happier and healthier life.    About Farida: Dr. Farida Jeejeebhoy completed her training in adult cardiology from the University of Toronto in 2001. She is additionally trained in Congenital Heart Disease and Cardiac Disease in Pregnancy. Dr. Farida Jeejeebhoy is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Toronto and a Cardiologist with William Osler Health System. Dr. Jeejeebhoy chaired the first scientific statement by the American Heart Association on the management of Cardiac Arrest in Pregnancy.   For more information: Follow @ifit_zone Follow Dr. Jeejeebhoy @farida.m.j    Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

Bella is a single entrepreneur who loves life and lives it to the fullest. She is the owner of the Red Brick Cafe in Guelph Ontario and is a big believer in self-development and mental well-being. Carmelia chats with Bella about her journey to finding love and why she decided to hire a matchmaker to help her find love in the New Year.   About Bella: My mind is quick, my heart is big. I'm funny when I don't mean to be. I'm brave, buoyant, adventurous and I love to move; I'm a late bloomer. I keep my word and get things done. I work at my cafe 1-2 days a week. I'm in my last year of a therapeutic counselling program, and recently finished my Yoga teacher training. I've got serious longevity on both sides and believe life has just begun! I'm going to keep growing, exploring, loving and contributing to this beautiful world. For more information on Bella's cafe click here   Would you like to meet Bella? Contact Carmelia to see if you'd be her perfect match!   Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

Margherita and Beau met at the first single entrepreneurs holiday event "SingleBells," which they were both speakers at. Margherita helps people realize the potential they have within, and guides them to express their highest selves into the world. She's an IFBB Pro and former MISS Canada winner. Beau is also an entrepreneur, professional social networker, influence coach and public speaker. In this episode we talk about how the pandemic brought them together and what conscious coupling is all about. Together they share what attracted them to one another, what's important in partnership and how to resolve conflict. Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

Happy holidays! Christmas is always an exciting time, especially for kids. In this bonus episode Carmelia sits down with her two youngest children Nilia aged 4, and Brandon aged 16 to talk about what's on their Christmas list. This Christmas, much of the world will be in lockdown and Carmelia hopes create as normal a holiday season as possible for her family, like so many other parents. She is surprised to discover her child wants something called a "Poop Surprise" [A.K.A Poopsie Toy] and her son wants a gaming computer; like a typical teen.    Carmelia Ray is a busy "Mompreneur" to three children of all ages. Mikayla (22) Brandon (26) and Nilia (4). She's passionate about supporting other entrepreneurs and busy professionals struggling to find balance between working, home life and romance.   Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

Carmelia chats with Leah Bejermi, a single mother of two young girls who recently decided to become a matchmaker through the Matchmaking Academy. She's on a mission to help single mom's struggling with dating in the pandemic while raising kids. Her personal experience dating online, working with a Toronto matchmaker and dating coach inspired her to explore the world of matchmaking to help other mom's like her. Dating after divorce is not easy and Leah openly shares what it's been like to date in a pandemic. Leah is ready to meet her match. From her experience of going through a separation and navigating the world of online dating, she finds encouragement in the idea of supporting other moms. Along Leah's journey to find love while enlisting the help of a Matchmaker, she's taking the search for love to the next level by launching her own company, "Love with Leah" in 2021.   Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Do you want to become a Matchmaker? Get certified!  Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Get One on One Video advice from Carmelia on Mentor.Cam   Carmelia Ray Website

In this week's episode Carmelia chats with in house fashion consultant Linh Pham about the do's and don'ts of fashion when it comes to dating. Singles dating during the pandemic struggle with what to wear on Zoom dates and finding the right look to make a good impression. Linh shares her experience about working with Carmelia's clients and gives styling advice to build confidence on first dates.   Linh is Carmelia Ray’s Style Expert.  She consults and advises clients in making fashion decisions for dating and lifestyle photoshoot profiles. She provides customized recommendations on individual pieces, entire looks, color palettes, styles, and fabrics. She is the Co-Founder of an online luxury consignment boutique called Designer Swap and a women’s networking group called Canadian Lady Bosses. She loves fashion, traveling, shopping, and women empowering events.   Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Carmelia Ray Website

Carmelia Ray chats with her 22 year old daughter Mikayla Mercer, about experiencing her first break up and dating during the pandemic. Mikayla shares her experience about her teen break-up from her 1st serious (high school) relationship and talks about what she learned. She gives advice to other teens and parents about dating and the importance of being open in your communication about dating between parents and kids. Mikayla also shares about the emotional roller coaster of her past and the personal growth she's experienced along the way.  Mikayla is an inspiring creative entrepreneur. She's grown up in a blended household with her mother who's been a matchmaker since the day she was born. Mikayla is the eldest with two younger siblings. Her teen brother who's 16, and her younger sister who's 4 look up to her for advice and support. Mikayla loves art, music, journaling and  anything to do with expressing herself on a creative platform. Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Carmelia Ray Website

Carmelia Ray chats with Aviva Reimer, Toronto Matchmaker and Lifestyle Transformation Expert. They discuss the steps to becoming the “Total Package” following a break up. Carmelia and Aviva work closely together and collaborate to find appropriate matches for their clients. They openly share tips about how to date with confidence and focus on entering the dating arena with a positive mindset. Aviva is one of Canada’s preeminent authorities on life transformation, relationship building, and matchmaking. She is highly regarded in her effective techniques on Personal Development, Life Coaching, and Fitness. Aviva’s personal experiences in life and her successful entrepreneurship endeavors via several leadership capacities have culminated in her unique ability to connect with her clients. Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Carmelia Ray Website

Leanne Townsend is a family law attorney and divorce strategist in Toronto. She is a Partner at the law firm of Brauti Thorning LLP where her practice is focused on family law, domestic violence and victim advocacy. Carmelia chats with LeAnne about divorcing, separating and co-parenting during the pandemic. She opens up about the do's and don't of navigating divorce and separation in the middle of a pandemic, sharing her own perspective and challenges of finding love as a single person. Leanne is regularly interviewed in the media and has been featured in Lawyer’s Daily, Divorce Magazine, Daring Woman Magazine, and she has been a guest expert on a number of radio stations and podcasts on topics including abusive relationships, divorcing a narcissist, co-parenting, and many other family law topics.  In addition, she has spoken at a variety of events focused on women empowerment, and she regularly writes her own blog on topics related to family law and women empowerment.  She also hosts the Divorcing Well podcast. Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Carmelia Ray Website

Carmelia chats with Amira de Vera her publicist and friend about her pandemic break-up. When her serious boyfriend of 8 years suddenly and surprisingly broke up with her at the height of the pandemic, Amira was absolutely devastated and felt defeated. At 34 years old, Amira shares her story of heart break, her grieving process, her struggles and her triumph over this break-up. Carmelia had the opportunity to coach Amira during the lowest point of her break-up and witness the hard work, self-development and transformation of discovering what she really needs and wants in her love life. Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Carmelia Ray Website  

Carmelia Ray has been helping singles find love for almost 30 years. She's the 2020 Best Dating Coach and has interviewed over 65,000+ singles about love, dating and relationships. As a celebrity matchmaker, TV host and online dating expert, Carmelia is the go-to expert for love advice. As one of the most successful matchmakers in North America, each week she will chat with leading industry experts, single entrepreneurs, and the world's most eligible singles to bring you Better Love in all areas of your life. Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia  Website