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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: [email protected] 


Find us on: 

Website: https://halalmatch.ca/ 

Youtube: https://shorturl.at/ywE8N
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/halalmatch.ca/ 
The Compatibility Challenge on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/mtdeefsh

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Average duration
27 minutes
Episodes
74
Years Active
2024 - 2025
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