Episode 174: She Rented 12 Billboards to Find Love: Lisa Catalano’s Bold Leap That Went Viral

Episode 174: She Rented 12 Billboards to Find Love: Lisa Catalano’s Bold Leap That Went Viral

What would you do if dating apps just weren’t cutting it anymore?
When Lisa Catalano decided to rent a billboard to find her husband, the world took notice. Bela, as ABC News' Relationship Expert, was asked to appear on "Nightline" to talk about Lisa's bold moves, and Bela & Lisa immediately hit it off :) In this inspiring conversation, Bela Gandhi, founder of Smart Dating Academy, sits down with Lisa to unpack what led to this bold move, the unexpected reactions she received (including 3,800 applications to become her husband), and what it is teaching her about confidence, vulnerability, and real-world dating in 2025.

Lisa’s story isn’t just about a billboard. It’s about believing in your worth, owning your story, and putting yourself out there in ways that align with your values (and sense of humor). Whether you’re single, divorced, or starting again, this episode will remind you that love favors the brave.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

  • Why Lisa decided to rent a billboard and what happened when her story went viral

  • The dating burnout that pushed her to do something completely different

  • How to take bold, aligned action in your love life without fear of judgment

  • The real mindset behind visibility and vulnerability in dating

  • What Lisa learned about high-value dating, boundaries, and self-respect through the process

  • Why modern dating requires creativity, courage, and a little help from Bela (who is lovingly giving Lisa tips on being successful and having a plan)!  

Lisa’s fearless leap is a testament to what can happen when you stop waiting for the right person to find you and start showing up as the person who deserves love.

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Bela Gandhi