Haven and the next wave of online dating

Digital Dating Over 50 host Andrew talks with Rick Foote, founder of Haven, a city-by-city matchmaking network designed to replace swipe fatigue with a more intentional compatibility process. The conversation focuses on how Haven works, why it avoids the app model, and why its approach may be especially useful for daters over 50.In this episode, Rick explains the difference between matching by intent and matching by appearance, how Haven uses gates and weighted compatibility scoring, and why the service is built around local communities rather than endless nationwide browsing. Andrew also shares his own experience with dating-app fatigue, making the discussion especially relevant for listeners who are tired of the usual swipe culture.

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In this episode, host Andrew welcomes Marty Velasquez, (BTW She is NOT over 50) a vibrant and fearless individual who shares her journey of resilience, creativity, and positivity. Marty discusses her unique upbringing, including her experiences living on the streets and overcoming adversity. She emphasizes the importance of living life to the fullest, embracing one's true self, and the power of forgiveness. Through her artistic expression, Marty aims to inspire others and give back to the community, particularly young artists. The conversation delves into themes of love, relationships, and the significance of kindness in a world filled with challenges. In this engaging conversation, Marty Velazquez shares her unique perspectives on horror movies, dating, and personal growth. She reflects on her past relationships, the challenges of dating in today's world, and her philosophy on love and connection. Marty emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself and the value of appreciating others. She also discusses her aspirations to give back to the community through her creative endeavors, including a children's book and plushies, highlighting her commitment to helping young artists.

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What happens when you've built a successful life, raised a family, and accomplished almost everything you set out to do—but there's still one important box you haven't checked?

In this episode of Digital Dating Over 50, Andrew sits down with David Gottfried, co-founder of the U.S. Green Building Council, for a candid conversation about love after 50, divorce, dating, and starting over.

At 66 and single after a 20-year marriage, David opens up about rebuilding his identity, navigating modern dating, maintaining his independence, and confronting the fear and vulnerability that come with letting someone into your life again.

They talk about dating apps, money and appreciation, loneliness, intimacy, online dating scams, and what it really takes to build a meaningful relationship later in life.

For David, there's still one box left unchecked: experiencing the kind of deep partnership he calls “the third” — you, me, and us.

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