๐ŸŽง The Advocate Next Door: Lucy In Love: From Heartbreak to Healthy Heart Connections

Published on March 18, 2026

Lucy Nuรฑez (aka "Lucy in Love"), blind dating matchmaker and content creator, joins the show. She explains how her โ€œTwelve Dates of Christmasโ€ project drew over 300 applicants and produced six second dates from the initial twelve first blind dates. She shares how she was motivated by her own frustrations with dating apps, dating culture, and heartbreak. Lucy describes screening for compatibility and creating more accountability and respect through true connections. What are the todayโ€™s dating stages? What makes a good first date? Who pays for the first date? Lucy brings great insight to our burning questions and shares her plans to help singles. Join us as she continues to advocate for hearts and finding healthier love.

*This episode is dedicated to the American Heart Association in collaboration with the Podcasthon (uniting podcaster for charity awareness).

STORY

00:00 Podcasthon and the American Heart Association

00:21 Pre Show Banter

01:24 Meet the Matchmaker

02:16 Why Dating Matters

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