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Would Like To MeetMairead Meets Dr. Mali CoyneIn this week's episode of Would Like to Meet, we speak with Dr. Malie Coyne, a Chartered Clinical Psychologist, author, and expert in compassion focused therapy. Malie brings a unique lens to love and relationships, blending psychology with empathy to help us understand how compassion can not only heal, but also deepen the connections we build with others.In our conversation, we explore the power of falling in love with a person, not just a gender or category and how compassion focused therapy can help us show up more authentically in relationships. We unpack love languages, attachment s...2025-05-0444 min
Déise TodayNavigating love: Single parents and the dating scene....Finding love is difficult enough at the best of times, never mind adding a child or children into the mix.As a single parent who wants to put themselves 'back on the scene', how do you both approach putting yourself out there again PLUS deal with all that comes with being a parent if you are lucky enough to find a prospective partner.This morning on 'Deise Today', Maria McCann spoke to matchmaker and podcaster Mairead Loughman.You can listen back to their chat by clicking on the image above...2025-05-0110 minWould Like To MeetMairead Meets Emma HalliwellIn this week's episode of "Would Like to Meet," we speak with Emma Halliwell, a dedicated Separation and Divorce Coach who empowers individuals to navigate the emotional and practical challenges of ending a relationship. Emma specialises in guiding clients through the complexities of separation, offering tools to manage heartbreak, reduce conflict, and build a positive path forward. Drawing from her own personal experience with divorce, Emma provides empathetic support to those feeling overwhelmed by the process. She assists clients in managing the emotional turmoil, co-parenting dynamics, and legal intricacies that often accompany separation.In our c...2025-04-2532 minWould Like To MeetMairead meets Amber DoyleIn this week's episode of "Would Like to Meet," Mairead speaks with Amber Doyle, the visionary founder of Amber Moon Holistic. Amber is an International Soul Mentor and Heart Healer dedicated to guiding individuals on transformative journeys of self-discovery and healing. Through her unique blend of Reiki Energy Healing and Buteyko Method Breathwork, she empowers clients worldwide to break free from unhealthy cycles and embrace their authentic selves. We also discuss Amber’s book "Repair, Not Repeat: How to Heal Your Heart and Release Unhealthy Cycles," a book that offers readers practical tools to mend emotional wounds and...2025-04-1848 min
Lunchtime LiveWomen not dating single dads in fear of being ‘wicked stepmother’Stepmothers are portrayed negatively in more than two-thirds of films, a study has found. Does this affect dating? Are women avoiding single fathers as potential partners?And what preparations should a family and a new partner make?Joining Andrea to discuss is Mairead Loughman, Matchmaker in Love HQ Mullingar, Katriona O’Sullivan, Psychologist & author, Jim McKee, artist & single parent and Karen Kiernan, CEO of One Family.2025-04-1711 minWould Like To MeetMairead Meets Nicola SlawsonOn this episode of Would Like to Meet, Mairead speaks with Nicola Slawson about how to embrace single life and be own your singledom.- The shame of being single- Nicola speaks about her newsletter, The Single Supplement.- Societies view on single people and the pressures especially on single women to be in a relationship.-Why we should respect single people and all they achieve.- Nicola's book - Single, Living a Complete Life on your own Terms.- Nicola's journey to parenthood in a platonic co-parenting family.-The importance of shared space/community for single people.- The...2025-04-1251 min
MoncrieffIs ‘slow dating’ the right way to start a relationship?How long does it take you to fall in love?And, is there such a thing as a slow burn, or should it be a whirlwind at the beginning?Jake Maddock, a Relationship Coach and author, has touched a nerve online declaring that for the first eight weeks of meeting somebody, you should only see them once a week so as not to rush it…Matchmaker Mairead Loughman joins Seán to discuss.2025-04-1008 minMoncrieffIs ‘slow dating’ the right way to start a relationship?How long does it take you to fall in love?And, is there such a thing as a slow burn, or should it be a whirlwind at the beginning?Jake Maddock, a Relationship Coach and author, has touched a nerve online declaring that for the first eight weeks of meeting somebody, you should only see them once a week so as not to rush it…Matchmaker Mairead Loughman joins Seán to discuss.2025-04-1008 min
The Hard ShoulderAre dating apps dying out?Dating apps are not as popular as they once were, with around 1.4 million people in the UK leaving the online dating scene in the past 12 months.So, are dating apps dead?Sarah Burke, Dublin Reporter with Irish Independent and Mairead Loughman, Matchmaker and Podcast Host join Kieran to discuss.2024-12-1916 min
LMFM Late Lunch Listen BackLate Lunch Tuesday September 16th 2024Journalist John Kierans spoke about his experience of physical abuse, while attending St Joseph's CBS secondary school in Drogheda, which was mostly perpetrated by lay teachers. Dundalk fan and Chairperson of the 1903 Committee Orla Crilly, spoke of her hope that the club could be saved from folding but that any future ownership model must involve fans of the club. Matchmaker Mairead Loughman, is all set to bring together love seeking people at this year's Ploughing Championships. What a day young Tom Lynch enjoyed as Manchester City's Mascot and Man of the Day, as he led out City on Saturday, at...2024-09-161h 14
Highlights from Newstalk BreakfastIs sex the key to keeping your marriage alive?President Joe Biden has joked to aides that the key to a long and lasting marriage is “good sex,” this is according to a new book about the nation’s first ladies that casts a spotlight on his 47-year romance with Jill Biden With more on this we heard from Mairead Loughman, matchmaker and podcast host with Love HQ.2024-02-2705 min
The Neil Prendeville Show | Cork's RedFM14th February 2024A chat with matchmaker Mairéad Loughman, callers tell Neil how they fell in love, and the working conditions of Deliveroo drivers. Cork, it’s time to talk, weekdays from 9am. The Neil Prendeville Show on Red FM. 2024-02-142h 12
Highlights from Newstalk BreakfastAre you celebrating Valentines this weekend?With Valentines day falling mid-week next week, many will be celebrating this weekend! Mairead Loughman, Matchmaker and Podcast Host with Love HQ Dublin told us what types of gifts should people be looking at to spoil their significant other?2024-02-0906 min
Girly Bits with Louise ClarkeEpisode 2 - To Date Or Not To Date?Dating can be tricky, it can be frustrating and exhausting. Is there ever an easy way to navigate dating? In this Episode of Girly Bits, Louise chats with Ireland's leading dating expert and Matchmaker Mairead Loughman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-3034 min
Eyes Wide OpenHow To Date Like an Expert - Mairead LoughmanIreland's top Dating Expert Mairead Loughman, share's hints, tips and strategies on how to date successfully in 2024. Mairead is the Founder of Love HQ and the Podcast's "Would like to meet" and "Tough Love" with Clinical Psychotherapist Stephanie Regan#relationships #love #singles #marriage #couplestherapy #datingadvice #datingtips #dating101 #attraction #desire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-07-051h 09
Would Like To MeetMairead meets Dr Nicola Fox HamiltonThis week on Would Like to Meet podcast, Mairead speaks with Dr. Nicola Fox Hamilton about the cyber psychology of online dating.
Topics include-
What is a Cyber Psychologist?
How has online dating changed how we date?
Has online dating changed relationships?
Does online affect our mental health?
Who is online dating suited to?
How online dating impacts men and women differently.
Dating Statistics
Who sends more messages online? Men or Women?
What characteristics are the most attractive when on...2023-03-1652 minWould Like To MeetMairead meets Mary Hayes (Womensaid)Welcome back to Season 4 of Would Like to Meet podcast. Since we released our last episode, we won bronze in the Best Sex and Relationship podcast at the first Irish Podcast Awards so a huge thank you to everyone that listens and voted!
In this episode I speak with Mary Hayes from Womensaid and the Too Into You project.
We discussed-
What is Womensaid?
What is the Too Into You project?
What is spyware and how do abusers use it?
Statistics on how many women and men...2023-03-0850 min
Tough LoveEp3 - InfidelityIn this episode,Stephanie and Mairead look at infidelity, during dating and when the relationshipis established and long term. Is it possible to get over the disappointment and anger and shouldyou even try?Topics● Navigating the anger● Why it happens?● Do some people always cheat?● What to do when you find out!● Can your relationship survive it?● How therapy can help!● Is it always about sex!If you like to contact Stephanie and Mairead to share your rel...2022-11-151h 12
Dating Games - The Modern Relationships PodcastThey stole your phone on a first date with Mairéad Loughman 🤯This round Ireland’s leading matchmaker is here to share her perspective on ghosting, the wildest excuses for not showing up and instead setting yourself up for success…
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ChancersTEASER EPISODE: Tinder VS GrinderThey’re on all the apps (one of them has even done all of the dating shows) but Paddy Smyth and Anna Clifford are single, thirty-something, and wondering if life and security has somehow passed them by?
In this very special teaser episode of Chancers, Anna and Paddy get to grips with the world of love and chat to expert Mairéad Loughman (LoveHQ.ie) in the hopes of increasing their chances on the dating scene.2022-05-1236 min
Would Like To MeetMairead meets Tina KourmarianosIn this episode Mairead speaks to Etiquette Expert and Agony Aunt Tina Kourmarianos,
Tina talks all things etiquette, giving lots of helpful and practical life and dating advice. She
shares her tips on how to date in the classiest of ways and includes her views on kissing on
the first date, who should pay for dinner, what is an appropriate gift and how to dump
someone politely. She also tells us all the don’ts of dating – covering alcohol, sex, phones
and swearing! She gives her crash course in manners...2022-02-111h 07Would Like To MeetMairead meets Fiona McAuslenIn this episode Mairead speaks to Fiona McAuslen, Mediator and Conflict coach and Director of Family Mediation Services at the Legal Aid Board conflict and the art of arguing. As we all know, sometime a bit of disagreement is necessary, and Fiona shares how to do that properly! She identifies the different types of arguing we all do, the best way to resolve conflict and if you should avoid people who are argumentative.
She also talks about what you need to think about in terms of conflict and arguing in the early stages of a new relationship...2022-02-041h 13Would Like To MeetMairead meets Emily Power SmithIn this episode Mairead speaks to sex expert Emily Power Smith about sex and dating. Emily talks about the importance of being open and honest when embarking on sex with someone new. She also shares advice on getting over new-partner nerves and the importance of not focusing on past partners or pleasures when in a new dating scenario. She talks about how important self-pleasure is and how not taking sex too seriously is key to having the best time.
Emily also explains ALL the different types of orgasm men and women are capable of, outlines the difference b...2022-01-211h 07
Basically...with Stefanie PreissnerWhat’s the Story with Loneliness, Mairead?This week on Basically, Stefanie talks with Matchmaker and Dating Specialist Mairead Loughman of Love HQ. Loughman suggests solutions for combating loneliness. She discusses how to nurture friendships while minding mental health, how to make new friends (even in a pandemic), and lets us know how many hugs a day we need to meet our daily dose.
You can find more about Mairead Loughman at lovehq.ie or on Instagram @lovehq.ie and listen to her podcast, Would Like to Meet, wherever you get your podcasts.
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Follow Stefanie...2022-01-1850 minWould Like To MeetMairead meets Anna Geary and Orla WalshIn this special bonus episode to kick off 2022 Mairead speaks to Orla Walsh, Dietician and Anna Geary, Performance Coach, Personal Trainer and TV personality about a healthy way to approach making positive changes for yourself for the New Year.
The guests talk about the importance of feeling good, healthy, happy and content with yourself, especially when it comes to dating, looking for and finding love. Orla busts common myths around detoxes, supplements and fast weight loss plans – she also shares her view on getting health and nutrition advice from unqualified influencers and gives practical advice on breaking habits or making new ones. Anna shares...2022-01-011h 16Would Like To MeetMairead meets Patricia LohanIn this episode, Mairead speaks to Patricia Lohan about how to use Feng Shui to supercharge your home to attract love, abundance and prosperity.
As well as an overview of what Feng Shui is, Patricia shares her decades of experience on how she used the ancient practice to attract her husband and to manifest a six figure windfall!
Patricia shares practical tips on how to make your bedroom a haven for manifesting love and where to start on your feng shui journey.
Listen to Patricia's podcast, Live your dreams awake on all podcast platforms and visit her website, www.patricialohan.c...2021-12-2957 min
FinnterviewsEp 66 - Mairead LoughmanIreland's No.1 Matchmaker and dating specialist, Mairead Loughman, joins me for a Christmas special episode of Finnterviews!We chatted about Mairead's journey becoming a full-time matchmaker, founding LoveHQ, the do's and don'ts of dating in the 21st century, selling yourself on dating apps and the outrageous experiences Mairead has found herself in from matchmaking the nation!Follow Mairead:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mairead_the_matchmaker/?hl=en Website - https://www.lovehq.ie/Would Like to Meet Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/3tE4RcorRFqGWMjFvLFPySFollow Finnterviews:...2021-12-2447 minWould Like To MeetMairead meets Aidan O'BrienIn this episode Mairead speaks to Aidan O’Brien, the Transformation Specialist about how to change your mindset and create a successful outcome in love and life. He describes how powerful we can be in changing our lives if we really want to.
He talks about using the law of attraction effectively and how you can have impact on the personal, professional and romantic aspects of your own life. Aidan also shares tips on how best to behave on a first date, the importance of a man being a man, how we can all fall into the trap of standing in our...2021-12-241h 15Would Like To MeetMairead meets Louis Copeland and Yvonne MelinIn this episode, recorded in Louis Copeland and Sons store on Capel Street, Mairead talks to Menswear and style expert Louis Copeland and Fashion Influencer and former personal stylist Yvonne Melin to get advice on grooming and style for men and women. Following almost 22 months of varying levels of lockdowns, hospitality restrictions and working from home, many of us have forgotten how to dress up and even dress well! One of the most important things when you are dating is feeling confident and looking your best, this episode has tons of tips on how to do that.
Yvonne and Louis don...2021-12-171h 01Would Like To MeetMairead meets Dr. Brendan KellyIn this episode Mairead talks to Psychiatrist and Author Dr. Brendan Kelly about happiness and dating. As well as giving his overall view on dating and how it relates to being happy, Brendan talks about why most people struggle to identify their happiness. He shares how and why people rate their happiness - mostly 7 out of 10 by the way! He covers the key components that are important to being happy, why friendship is such a priority and how happiness spreads through networks and is utterly magnetic. He explains why we often feel guilt for being happy and how we mostly inhe...2021-09-101h 16Would Like To MeetMairead meets Dr. Sabina BrennanIn this episode Mairead speaks to Neuroscientist Dr. Sabina Brennan about what goes on in the brain when we are in love, lust, and having sex. Sabina explains the feel-good hormones and how they work, why men often aren’t as interested in cuddling after sex and how it’s not their fault! She shares why some stress is important for good brain health, why love really is blind and how DNA can make some of us more likely to have affairs and take part in one -night stands. Sabina also reminds us how similar attraction can be to addiction and why we can be all over the...2021-09-0359 minWould Like To MeetMairead meets Gerry HusseyIn this episode Mairead talks to Performance Psychologist and best-selling Author Gerry Hussey about the importance of love and how powerful that emotion can be. In his unique and impactful way, he shares his advice on how to best navigate the dating world and what to do if we are getting in our own way, why we self-sabotage and how to deal with that. He highlights the importance of knowing you are enough and staying true to yourself. He talks about how we can deal with worry and anxiety and how other people decide to judge you is really none of your business...2021-08-271h 01Would Like To MeetMairead meets Mark FennellIn this episode Mairead talks to Life Coach Mark Fennell about how confidence and mindset can help you on your dating journey. What motivates you when it comes to happiness? How can you grow your confidence and change your mindset? Why is confidence so attractive? How can we get out of toxic and damaging relationship cycles? How should you think when you are meeting someone new? How can we get over the nerves ahead of a first date? What is the best way to deal with anxiety if dating? Is it ok to have a checklist? Mark has all the an...2021-08-201h 09Would Like To MeetMairead meets Eoghan Tomás McDermottIn this episode, Mairead talks all things dating and communications with Eoghan Tomás McDermott, MD of the Communications Clinic. Eoghan shares his experience as a communications expert to help listeners navigate the communication part of dating, looking for love and finding the perfect candidate!
How do you make a good first impression? How do you prep for an important date? How can you deal with pre-date nerves? How important is non-verbal communication and what can we learn from Love Island?! Drawing on his years of experience working with clients and corporations, Eoghan answers all of these questions and also shares...2021-08-131h 07Would Like To MeetMairead meets Eoin McGeeIn this episode, Mairead talks all things relationships and money with Eoin McGee, Author and TV host of How to be Good with Money. Why exactly does it cost more to be single? Why are your financial affairs one of the main reasons couples fight? How are you better off financially if you get married? What happens when the disparity in your salaries causes issues? Eoin also tells us if a spender and saver can be the perfect match, how to share your earnings or how not to, when and why you need to talk about money with you other half...2021-08-0656 minWould Like To MeetBonus Episode - Find Love in 2021Mairéad Loughman, Matchmaker, Dating Specialist and the host of Would Like to Meet Podcast explains how to prepare for your dating journey in 2021! In this bonus episode, Mairéad will help you understand what you are looking for in your future partner and how to find them. She also shares her golden rules for dating, tips for online dating and how to approach a first date.
Mairéad has successfully sent over 6,000 people on dates all over Ireland since founding Love HQ and her dating events, A Table for Six.
If you would like to book a private consultation wit...2020-12-2430 min
The 2 Johnnies PodcastEp.149: Single All The WayIreland's favourite comedy duo tackle the big issues, this week:
We interview Mairéad Loughman, Ireland’s only Dating Specialist & Matchmaker who has successfully sent over 5,500 people on dates since May 2017. We sat down to discuss Tinder tips, Farmer dating, and how to not make a balls of your relationship.
Local celebrity man with the news Noel Furlong is back with a healthy dose of very important world news.
Producer Maura is back in with a suitably controversial mystery topic.
Get in touch email: podcast@the2johnnies.ie Bes...2020-12-211h 15Would Like To MeetMairéad meets Jim HickeyIn this episode Mairéad speaks with Jim Hickey about how simple changes can help you to attain more fulfilment in your career, relationships and overall life. How mindset can have a big impact on achieving your goals. How to develop mental strength. The importance of positive daily routines. Why gratitude is so important to enjoying life.
Jim Hickey is a sport and business coach and has worked with Olympic medalists and international sports stars to achieve confidence and the ultimate success of winning Olympic medals. Jim is considered one of the worlds leading equestrian coaches and wo...2020-12-0441 minWould Like To MeetMairéad meets Paul MerrimanIn this episode Mairéad speaks with Paul Merriman from @askpaul_now about looking after your finances when you are single. How to improve your overall financial situation. What percentage of our salary should we be saving. What to do if you are in debt. How to to apply for a mortgage on your own. What financial conversations should you be having before living with a new partner / before you get married. What small financial decisions we can make now to have a big impact on our long term finances.
Paul Merriman, QFA, Grad Dip, CFP®️,
CEO...2020-11-2757 minWould Like To MeetMairéad meets Stephanie ReganIn this episode, Mairéad speaks to Stephanie Regan about preparing emotionally for dating, taking a proactive role in your dating mindset, the difference between men and women in seeking a long term relationship, building the scaffolding of your psychological life for your mental health, grieving the loss of a relationship and dating when you are experiencing mental health difficulties.
Stephanie Regan is a Clinical Psychologist with 30 years experience, a relationship expert and is a regular contributor on Ireland Am and Newstalk. Stephanie’s book, Relationships on the Edge, helps couples to navigate through frustrations and challenges tha...2020-11-2056 minWould Like To MeetMairéad meets Helena TubridyIn this episode, Mairead speaks to Helena Tubridy about single men and single ladies that would love to have children but haven’t met their partner yet. How can you protect your fertility? How fertile are men & their sperm quality in their 30’s/40’s/50’s? Should ladies freeze their eggs if they are single in their 30’s but would like to start a family? Ladies choosing to become a mother alone with a sperm donor and men looking to surrogacy to become a single father. What happens when your only fertility issue is that you are single?
...2020-11-1355 minWould Like To MeetMairéad meets Kezia NobleIn this episode, Mairéad speaks with Kezia Noble to discuss date coaching, flirting and seduction.
Kezia Noble is a celebrity dating coach for men based in London and is author of the best-selling book The Noble Art of Seducing Women. Kezia was featured on Channel 4’s tv show, Celebs go Dating, This Morning and Esquire. Kezia coaches her clients on approach anxiety, body language, seduction, flirting, sexual escalation and discusses in detail her most powerful flirting method in detail!
(Please note: This episode was recorded prior to level 5 lockdown restrictions.)2020-11-061h 00Would Like To MeetMairéad meets Owen FitzpatrickIn this episode, Mairéad meets Owen Fitzpatrick to discuss the psychology of dating and the importance of trusting your gut.
Owen Fitzpatrick is an Irish Psychologist based in New York. He is an International Globetrotting speaker, has shared a stage with Richard Branson and presented his own Ted Talk. He also has his own podcast- Changing Minds.2020-10-301h 08Would Like To MeetMeet Mairéad LoughmanGet to know Mairéad and her experience of why people come to her for matchmaking and how she will help you date with confidence.2020-10-3007 minWould Like To MeetIntroducing Would Like To Meet with Mairéad LoughmanWelcome to Would Like to Meet with Mairéad Loughman, matchmaker and founder of LoveHQ.ie. Mairéad has sent over 6,000 people on dates with countless success stories - from positive dating experiences to marriages.
She believes that single people do not get enough credit or support, especially in the media, and that dating can be a hugely positive experience with the right approach. We will cover a wide range of topics from becoming financially independent and protecting your mental health when dating. Subscribe to this Podcast so you don't miss an episode as Mairéad meets with...2020-10-0800 min
Kevin Boyle Podcast#118: Mairéad Loughman - Dating & Matchmaking.Mairéad Loughman is Ireland’s only Dating Specialist & Matchmaker and has successfully sent over 5,500 people on dates since May 2017.Mairéad's matchmaking service, Love HQ, is 100% confidential and suitable for people from all walks of life including high profile clients for private one to one dating.Founder of Ireland’s most successful dating events, A Table for Six, Mairéad also meets clients nationwide for one to one private consultations, Matchmaking and holds interactive webinars to help her clients.“I use simple yet powerful dating advice to help my clients achieve their dating goa...2020-09-171h 02
Private Education#41: Matchmaking: Last resort or the best route to real love?Dating coach and matchmaker Mairéad Loughman joins me this week to discuss compatibility, building the perfect bio, what you need to do before you even enter the world of dating and whether using a matchmaker might be a great route to love. And Mairéad tells me how many celebrity clients she currently has on her books... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-02-071h 06