Myth Busting: Men Do Like to Be Asked Out

September 29, 2012

Essence's "modern-day matchmaker," Paul Carrick Brunson, presents the results of his informal research challenging nine things you thought you knew about the opposite sex.

What Oprah Taught One Man About Love

At Essence, "modern-day matchmaker" Paul Carrick Brunson shares the gems that he picked up while working side by side with Winfrey.

Why One Man Loves Jay-Z and Beyoncé

Although he says he has mostly been privy just to what's shared in the media, Essence's "modern-day matchmaker," Paul Carrick Brunson, was able to come up with eight things he admires about the celebrity couple's relationship.

The Modern Woman's Guide to Getting a Date

Essence's Paul Carrick Brunson is a matchmaker, but for singles ready to meet someone special, he has eight suggestions in addition to turning to a professional.

8 Ways to Spot His Lie

If your BS detector isn't the best, Essence's "Modern Day Matchmaker," Paul Carrick Brunson, suggests a few ways to tell whether you're being deceived by the person you're dating.

10 Relationship Things That Make You Go Hmmm

In a salute to Arsenio Hall's return to television, Essence's "Modern Day Matchmaker," Paul Carrick Brunson, presents some curious facts about men, women and sex that fit the theme of the talk-show host's old segment.

12 Signs You're Already in Love

"Modern Day Matchmaker" Paul Carrick Brunson writes in his Essence column that if you can relate to more than half of the items on his newest list, you need to stop reading and tell your significant other that it's more than infatuation.

What I Know After 12 Years of Marriage

In his column at Essence, Paul Carrick Brunson celebrates his anniversary by giving readers tried-and-true tips for making marriage work.

You're Responsible for Your Own Happiness

Writing at Essence, Paul Carrick Brunson, the "Modern Day Matchmaker," says you can't depend on a relationship to bring you joy -- but he has some other ideas that might work.

The 10 Worst First-Date Ideas of All Time

In his column at Essence, Paul "Modern Day Matchmaker" Carrick Brunson tells you what not to do the first time you spend time with someone. The movies are a no-no, and so are funerals (although most people probably could have guessed that one).