Gen Z Divide on Marriage Children and the Meaning of Success with Rachel Janfaza | Ask a Matchmaker Podcast with Matchmaker Maria

This week Matchmaker Maria is joined by Rachel Janfaza, founder of The Up and Up, to explore the growing divide between Gen Z men and women. They discuss how social media, algorithms, and traditional expectations shape attitudes toward marriage, children, and career success. The conversation also dives into the impact of the #MeToo movement, gender dynamics, and the pressures young adults face in dating and relationships. Rachel shares insights from her research and writing on Gen Z, including her theory of The Two Gen Zs and what young people really want from connection and conversation. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the cultural and technological forces influencing modern dating and relationships.

Rachel Janfaza is the founder of The Up and Up and writer of The Up and Up and newsletter, where she shares her latest insights on Gen Z. Check out her newsletter [here] and be sure to also read her Washington Post article, "You Can't Bribe and Shame Your Way to More Babies" for her take on modern generational trends.

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Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying!