Diary of a Matchmaker
Getting married is tough for the vast majority of Muslims in the West. We know because we’ve been there. My (Zaid) journey spanned nearly nine years. It was filled with rejections and self-doubt. While I (Hiba) didn't know there was a journey to be on in the first place. After we got married we decided to create something different to help single Muslims complete their deen. And so our matchmaking service Halal Match was born.
After a few years of interviewing singles, a friend suggested we journal our stories. We tweaked that idea and turned it into a podcast. In ‘Diary of a Matchmaker’ we’ll take you through this unfamiliar world of matchmaking. We’ll share our stories, experiences, and much more. So say Bismillah and tune in.
Do you have a story to share? Email us at: info@halalmatch.ca
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Website: https://halalmatch.ca/
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Episodes
96 episodes
Diapers, Downloads, And Disrupting The Zionist Mayor!
A lot can change in two months. You go from planning your next episode… to holding a newborn, running on broken sleep, and rethinking what “showing up” even means. And then there are those moments in the community where you’re forced to decide…...
Bad Marriage Advice Keeping You Single w/ Monica Tanner
Ever catch yourself thinking “I just need to find the perfect person and everything will click”? Yeah… we went there. In this episode, we sit down with coach and podcaster Monica Tanner and pull apart some of the most stubborn relationship myth...
How Scholars and Others Have Let Us Down
This episode is one of those conversations we hesitated to have… and then realized we had to. We talk honestly about the mediocrity we’ve run into while trying to do serious work in the Muslim community. Not just with people in general, but wit...
When a Wedding Reveals the Cracks
Weddings don’t fall apart over flowers, seating charts, or playlists. They fall apart over values that were never named. In this episode, we talk about why wedding conversations get so emotionally charged and what they actually reveal about us ...
Marriage Then vs Now: Who Had It Better?
Were our parents actually happier in marriage or were they just better at enduring? And more importantly… what are we supposed to do with that information?In this episode, we push back on nostalgia, challenge modern assumptions, and wre...
What If My Future Spouse Flips After Marriage?
Got that quiet fear of “what if they change after marriage?” You’re not paranoid, and you’re definitely not alone. In this episode, we talk honestly about why some people seem to “flip” after marriage, and how that moment usually isn’t sudden a...
Marrying Potential vs Marrying Stability
He has big ideas. Side hustles. Business dreams. And you’re sitting there thinking: Is this vision… or a red flag?Today we get real about marrying someone with entrepreneurial goals, especially in today’s economy. We talk stability vs po...
To Relocate or Not To Relocate? That is The Question!
Moving for marriage can feel like stepping off a cliff with a parachute you packed in the dark. In this episode, we talk honestly about what that leap actually takes, beyond romance and optimism. Hiba shares her journey from Palestine to Canada...
Family Compatibility: Necessary or Overrated?
What if the biggest risk to your marriage isn’t who you marry, but the family you marry into? Some singles over-optimize for it, rejecting solid matches because a mom feels “too involved” or a family looks unfamiliar. Others ignore it completel...
This Might Be Your Most Costly Filter!
Real talk: what if you’re single not because your standards are high, but because you’re filtering out every man under a certain number? In this episode, we unpack why height has become the unofficial dealbreaker for so many single women and ho...
Secrets to Building Wealth Before Marriage w/ Areeb Khawaja
What if the real glow-up before marriage isn’t skincare… it’s your bank account? Most of us grew up hearing “just save” with zero clue how money actually grows, moves, and works for you. In this episode, financial educator and consultant Areeb ...
Are You Too Religious For Some, Too Liberal For Others?
Today we get into the messy reality of being a single Muslim in a world obsessed with labels. We talk about how people use “religious,” “conservative,” and “liberal” as shortcuts instead of actually getting to know someone—and how that leaves s...
From Child-Free by Choice to Expecting by Choice 🥳
We never thought we’d say this out loud… but we were that Muslim couple who confidently said, “We’re not having kids.” Full stop. And now? Alhamdullilah! We’re expecting. This episode is one of the rawest we’ve ever recorded: the real fe...
Muslim Matrimonial Events: A Lifeline or a Hot Mess?
Tired of “halal speed dating” that feels like a performance instead of a real path to marriage? In this episode, we get honest about the modern Muslim matrimonial scene—what’s actually helping people connect and what’s just… awkward. From wild ...
Behind Closed Doors: Single Muslims and Porn w/ Dr. Fahad Khan
Let’s be real, porn is everywhere. And yes, Muslims are watching it too, way more than anyone admits. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Fahad Khan, a clinical psychologist and an expert in Islamic psychology. We talk about why so man...
The 2nd Most Important Talk to Have Before Marriage w/ Maysaa Fahour
Most single people think parenting is a future problem, something to worry about after having children. But the truth is, the way you’ll handle kids one day is already showing up in how you argue, apologize, or deal with stress today. The probl...
What if I Never Get Married?
What if marriage never happens? Not as a gloomy thought, but as a real, quiet one many of us have whispered at some point. What if you’ve prayed, tried, and waited, and it still doesn’t come? What then?This episode speaks to that space ...
Is Lowering the Gaze Still Relevant Today?
Have you ever been told to “lower your gaze” and wondered what that’s supposed to look like in 2025 when the hardest place to lower it isn’t the street, but your screen? One innocent scroll can turn into a full-blown spiral before you even real...
This Could Save Your Marriage Before It Starts w/ Hina Mirza
Most couples obsess over the wedding details: venues, flowers, guest lists... but skip the one step that actually prepares you for marriage. We know because we skipped it too. And trust us, it’s a mistake we don't want you to make.To...
How Much To Share About Your Past?
“Should I tell them about my past?” It’s the question that makes every single Muslim pause. And let’s be real, our communities don’t make it easier. Men often get a pass, while women get judged twice as hard for the same mistakes.In this...
What Men & Women Think About Each Other
“Men only care about looks.” “Women only care about money.” Sound bites like these have turned the Muslim marriage search into a battle of stereotypes. But are men really afraid of commitment? Are women really desperate for it?In this ep...
Masculinity in Crisis: Between Toxic and Weak w/ Dr. Omar Husain
Masculinity is either glorified or vilified, and single Muslims often pay the price. Women get told to avoid “dominant” men, while men are told to tone themselves down to avoid being toxic. The result? Confusion, frustration, and marriages buil...
The Talking Stage: How Long Is Too Long?
How long should the talking stage really last? For many Muslims, what starts as a way to assess compatibility drags on for months or even years with no real progress. In this episode we dive into the question every single faces: when does talki...
Awkward Talks: Childbirth Before Marriage w/ Hebaa Rizeq
Childbirth talk when you’re single? Awkward. “Not for public discussion”? Maybe. “Only for women”? Definitely what most people think. But here’s the truth: understanding this journey before marriage could transform your future relation...
How Our Naivety Almost Killed Our Business
This is the story of how our big idea for Muslim matchmaking nearly backfired. We set out to create the ultimate premium experience, convinced that generosity and effort would guarantee results. Instead, we discovered that the real obstacle was...
