Episode 27: From Laramie to Lasting Connections: Barbara Moskowitz’s Journey

In this inspiring episode, Sara and Danny sit down with Barbara Moskowitz, a matchmaker with JDenver and a nonprofit director specializing in HR compliance and employment law. Barbara shares her extraordinary journey from a Catholic upbringing in Laramie, Wyoming to discovering Judaism, building community, and ultimately helping dozens of people find meaningful relationships.

The conversation explores modern dating challenges, the realities of Jewish matchmaking, the importance of vulnerability, and the spiritual practices that help daters show up as their most authentic selves. Barbara also speaks about her family heritage, possible crypto-Jewish roots, her love of Shabbat and Torah learning, and how Jewish values shape her work both professionally and personally.

This episode is full of warmth, honesty, and practical wisdom — whether you’re dating, matchmaking, or just trying to build deeper human connections.

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