The Shidduch System Exposed: What’s Working, What’s Not, and What’s Next?

In this powerful roundtable discussion with top shadchanim from the Yeshivish, Flatbush, and YU worlds—Lisa Elefant, R' Tzadok Katz, and Rebbetzin Dr. Efrat Sobolofsky—along with data expert R' Moshe Pogrow, who offers a macro perspective on the system. We’ll tackle the shidduch crisis debate, evolving dating styles, dos and don’ts for singles and parents, and the latest initiatives reshaping the process. Whether you're in the parsha or supporting someone who is, this conversation is a must-listen! Guest Links: Lisa Elefant: We help singles navigate all-things-shidduchim without using the word crisis. ► https://adoptashadchan.com/ Rebbetzin Dr. Efrat Sobolofsky: YUConnects fosters meaningful relationships leading to marriage through global matchmaking, networking, and educational resources for every stage—from pre-dating to marriage. ► https://yuconnects.com/ Listen to the CandiDate podcast► https://yuconnects.com/candidate-podcast/ R' Tzadok Katz► Call him to connect. R' Moshe PogrowGet Redt a Great Shidduch the Traditional Way – with Some Digital Assistance► https://zuug.app/ NASI is committed to alleviating the shidduchim challenges facing our community on both the macro and micro level.► https://nasishidduch.com/ ✬ SPONSORS OF THE EPISODE ✬ ► The Happiness Challenge The 3-Week Happiness Challenge, run by Aish HaTorah and powered by Partners in Torah, lets you do chessed in the simplest way—learning with someone for just 30 minutes a week for three weeks. Everything is prepared for you, making it easy, meaningful, and a chance to bring unexpected bracha into your life. Join HERE→ partnersintorah.org/happinesschallenge ► Twillory: Ultimate Dating Clothes for Men Use promo code: INSPIRE for $18 OFF → https://Twillory.com/ ► BitBean: Industry Leading Enterprise Software for Innovative Looking to scale your business? Bitbean’s custom software solutions optimize operations, automate workflows, and cut employee overhead by 30% or more. Contact Bitbean today for a FREE CONSULTATION→ https://bitbean.link/MeEBlY ► BIG Study by the OU Orthodox Union’s Center for Communal Research, researched the challenges of singlehood among American Orthodox Jews. They heard from over 2000 single Orthodox men and women across the US. The report describes the experiences of daters, what they are seeking in a spouse, how they are dating, and what support they want from the community during the process. READ HERE→ https://go.ou.org/hGMZU72Z ✬ IN MEMORY OF ✬This episode is in memory of:• Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima• Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe ✬ IN MERIT TO FIND THEIR PARTNERS SOON ✬ • Shira Ahuva bas Bracha • Avigayil bas Bracha• Everyone who needs a shidduch in Klal Yisroel ✬ Donate and Inspire Millions (Tax-Deductible) ✬ Your generous donation enables us at Living Lchaim to share uplifting messages globally, enrich lives, and foster positive change worldwide! Thank you!https://www.LivingLchaim.com/donate Our free call-in-to-listen feature is here:• USA: (605) 477-2100• UK: 0333-366-0154• ISRAEL: 079-579-5088 Have a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.comWhatsApp us feedback and get first access to episodes:914-222-5513 Lchaim.