Welcome to the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast, a professional podcast for aspiring and established matchmakers who want to build ethical, sustainable, and credible matchmaking businesses.
Hosted by Arlene Washburn, the podcast examines what it actually takes to operate responsibly in a highly trust-based industry. Episodes focus on the intersection of ethics, psychology, business structure, and innovation, with attention to the real-world decisions matchmakers make behind the scenes and the impact those decisions have on clients, reputation, and long-term viability.
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Welcome to the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast, a professional podcast for aspiring and established matchmakers who want to build ethical, sustainable, and credible matchmaking businesses.
Hosted by Arlene Washburn, the podcast examines what it actually takes to operate responsibly in a highly trust-based industry. Episodes focus on the intersection of ethics, psychology, business structure, and innovation, with attention to the real-world decisions matchmakers make behind the scenes and the impact those decisions have on clients, reputation, and long-term viability.
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Ethical non-monogamy (ENM) is becoming a larger part of today’s dating and matchmaking landscape. In this episode of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast, Arlene Washburn speaks with George, an experienced voice in the ENM community, about how transparency, communication, and compassion are transforming modern relationships.
They discuss:✨ What ethical non-monogamy really means (beyond labels and misconceptions)✨ How to support clients who practice ENM or polyamory✨ The difference between open relationships and consensual non-monogamy✨ How to approach inclusive matchmaking and coaching with integrity
Whether you’re a professional matchmaker, dating coach, or simply curious about alternative relationship structures, this episode offers valuable insights into modern love and professional ethics.
Mentioned in this episode:
Guest: George — Ethical Non-Monogamy Advocate
Website: The-Group.co | JustForDinner.com
Resources:
🎓 Matchmaker Training → LoveProMastermind.com⚖️ Compliance & Accreditation → IMCBoard.org💞 Ethical Matchmaker Referrals → WWRNetwork.com
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