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How Married Are You?

Glen & Yvette Henryhowmarriedareyoupodcast.com
You may know Glen from Beleaf in Fatherhood where he gives a real life perspective of life as a stay at home parent. This podcast is an extension of his youtube series, where he & Yvette sit down on a weekly basis to share their parenting and marriage experiences as a unit.
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Episodes

HMAY?! 036| We Value Different Things

Last week we engaged in a pretty intense conversation regarding some issues we're having in our marriage. In this episode of #HowMarriedAreYou, we share some revelations we've had since then as well as address some of the comments/feedback we've gotten from listeners/viewers. We are now on YouTube!!! If you'd like to watch this podcast episode or any others before it, go subscribe to our YouTube Channel, How Married are You?! We love to hear your thoughts and feedback on the topics we discuss, p...

May 02, 20191 hr 11 minSeason 2Ep. 16

HMAY?! 035| Our Last Episode

In this episode of #HowMarriedAreYou, you get the raw and ugly of life in the Henry house right now. Yvette had a whole discussion planned for this week's episode of HMAY, but given a conversation we had earlier in the day of this recording it would have seemed so unauthentic. So, here we are in raw form, hopefully modeling a healthy way to discuss the state of each of our hearts as it relates to our marriage right now. We discuss Mark Driscoll's three types of marriages: Back to Back, Shoulder ...

Apr 25, 20191 hr 10 minSeason 2Ep. 15

HMAY?! 034| Is He Man Enough?!

Yvette listened to a recent podcast (linked below) in which the topic of masculinity vs. manhood came up. In this episode of #HowMarriedAreYou, we discuss the difference between the two. We explore ways that we've been informing our sons' masculinity and manhood in our parenting, and look ahead to ways we could be better or more contentious of how we are doing that. Let us know your thoughts on this topic. How has masculinity and manhood been shaped in your life? Latest Episode of Beleaf in Fath...

Apr 18, 201944 minSeason 2Ep. 14

HMAY?! 033| She's High Maintenance

What does it mean to be high maintenance anyway?! In this episode of #HowMarriedAreYou, Glen brings up all the receipts of how Yvette is high maintenance. She denies any such qualifications, but what do you all think? Does Glen have enough evidence to call Yvette "high maintenacne?" How would you all describe someone who is high maintenance? Again, we'd like to thank those of you who have been able to contribute to the "collection plate." We were able to purchase a more comfortable chair for Yve...

Apr 11, 201940 minSeason 2Ep. 33

HMAY?! 032| Should Women Propose to Men?

In this episode of #HowMarriedAreYou, we answer a question from a viewer in crisis about whether or not it's necessary for a man to ask his girlfriend's dad for his blessing to marry his daughter. Listen in as we discuss this and other things that come up as a result. Let us know what you think my engaging with us on our latest post on instagram. Thank you so much to those of you who donated to the podcast last time! Here is the link if you feel moved to donate as well: https://www.paypal.me/HMA...

Apr 04, 201950 minSeason 2Ep. 12

HMAY?! 031| Powerful Women Don't Need Men

Glen heard it said, "Behind every great man you'll find a strong woman, but you can find a great woman standing alone." In this episode of #HowMarriedAreYou, we try to debunk this theory. Tune in to see if we were successful or not. Engage with our most recent posts on instagram to let us know if you agree or disagree? Link to contribute to the betterment of the podcast: https://www.paypal.me/HMAYpodcast Link to the Red Table Talk Episode referenced with Will Smith: (Part 1) https://www.facebook...

Mar 28, 201945 minSeason 2Ep. 11

HMAY?! 030| Tell ‘Em Why Mad, Babe!

In this episode of #HowMarriedAreYou, you guys get an inside look at how hormones from pregnancy can heighten emotions in marriage. Yvette is feeling some type of way, and Glen gives her the opportunity to unload on him. Thank you so much to those of you who donated to the podcast last time! Here is the link if you feel moved to donate as well: https://www.paypal.me/HMAYpodcast We are now on YouTube!!! If you'd like to watch this podcast episode or any others before it, go subscribe to our YouTu...

Mar 14, 201932 minSeason 2Ep. 10

HMAY? 029| Mom Guilt vs. Dad Guilt

Hashtag "Mom Guilt" is something widely seen across social media platforms. In this episode of #HowMarriedAreYou, we discuss parental guilt as a whole. We discuss how moms and dads experience parental guilt differently. While this episode is heavy on the parenting topic, we do believe all of our listeners whether you're a parent yet or not will leave with a gem or two of encouragement. We are all somebody's child, so tune in to possibly gain insight on what your parents experienced parenting you...

Mar 07, 201954 minSeason 2Ep. 9

HMAY?! 028| Has Our Public Lifestyle Taken a Toll on Our Marriage? (Q&A)

In this episode of #HowMarriedAreYou, YOU asked, WE answered! We talk anger issues, finances, age gaps, parental hardships and even whether or not our public lifestyle has taken a toll on our marriage. Tune in and find out all that we had to say. Let us know if there are more questions you'd like us to answer for future Q&A style episodes by sending them to [email protected]! We are now on YouTube!!! If you'd like to watch this podcast episode or any others before it, go subscribe t...

Feb 28, 201953 minSeason 2Ep. 8

HMAY?! 027| My Husband Didn't Get Me Anything for Valentine's Day!

Bear with us as Yvette gives an informal and brief history lesson on the origin of Valentine's Day! In this episode of #HowMarriedAreYou, we discuss Valentine's Day 2019. Let's just say it reflected the cold rainy weather that was SoCal that day. We discuss our first valentines day as husband and wife and how things have "evolved" since then. There may even be some discussion about unmet expectations. Listen in! How was your Valentine's Day? Did you and your significant other do something specia...

Feb 21, 201948 minSeason 2Ep. 7

HMAY?! 026| Black Love & Parenting

Happy Valentines Day Everyone!!! In this episode of #HowMarriedAreYou, we discuss why black love is a thing as well as preconceived notions about parenting and the different types of parenting styles there are. Voting is still open for the Shorty Awards. Vote for Beleaf HERE! We are now on YouTube!!! If you'd like to watch this podcast episode or any others before it, go subscribe to our YouTube Channel, How Married are You?! We love to hear your thoughts and feedback on the topics we discuss, p...

Feb 14, 201955 minSeason 2Ep. 6

HMAY?! 025| The Requirements to Be My Wife

Consider this a continuation of our chat about our engagement last week. In this episode of #HowMarriedAreYou, we discuss the infamous list Glen has mentioned several times in past episodes, the actual proposal, sex, Glen's true feelings about Yvette's wedding gown and so much more! We are now on YouTube!!! If you'd like to watch this podcast episode or any others before it, go subscribe to our YouTube Channel, How Married are You?! We love to hear your thoughts and feedback on the topics we dis...

Feb 08, 201956 minSeason 2Ep. 5

HMAY?! 024| Regrets of Our Engagement!

One of the things we love about the listeners of this podcast is that you’re not all married. In this episode of #HowMarriedAreYou, we are specifically talking to those of you who are engaged to be married or plan to get married one day sooner or later. We reflect on our engagement process to share what we would have done differently, lessons we learned, and the things we would suggest everyone do when engaged and planning a wedding. It was such a long time ago, so let us know if we should do a ...

Feb 01, 201942 minSeason 2Ep. 4

HMAY?! 023| Our Thoughts on "Surviving R. Kelly"

In this episode of #HowMarriedAreYou, we talk about how we feel after watching the #SurvingRKelly Lifetime documentary series. We are now on YouTube!!! If you'd like to watch this podcast episode or any others before it, go subscribe to our YouTube Channel, How Married are You?! We love to hear your thoughts and feedback on the topics we discuss, please follow us on IG ( @howmarriedareyou ) so you can share your reactions to each of the episodes. You can also follow the fam bam here: Glen: @bele...

Jan 24, 201945 minSeason 2Ep. 3

HMAY?! 022| We're Debt Free!!!

In this episode of #HowMarriedAreYou, we share our exciting news of becoming Debt Free (outside of having a mortgage). We talk about the journey to becoming debt free and what our next steps will be. Our hope is that you would be encouraged by our journey and feel like it's possible for you too! Over at our Beleaf in Fatherhood channel, we share some intimate moments from the day we paid off the last of student loans. Click here to watch! We are now on YouTube!!! If you'd like to watch this podc...

Jan 17, 201937 minSeason 2Ep. 2

HMAY?! 021| Why We Choose to "Celebrate"

It's that time of year again when there's a lot of hype surrounding setting goals, making resolutions and creating new habits. In this episode of #HowMarriedAreYou, we share one of the things we do each year which is choosing a word together for the year. Last year our word was gratitude. This year we chose the word "celebrate." Listen in as we share what led us to making this our word for the year. >> Click here for Pat's Sermon! We are now on YouTube!!! If you'd like to watch this podcas...

Jan 10, 201929 minSeason 2Ep. 1

HMAY?! 020| Why Have Kids in 2019

This episode of How Married Are You was prompted after we watched #TheBeastCast episode on whether or not they desire to have kids. The first time we sat down to watch it, we could not get through the entire episode. We later decided to finish watching it, then felt like we needed to share our thoughts on how having children in this day and age is worthwhile. We love to hear your thoughts and feedback on the topics we discuss, please follow us on IG ( @howmarriedareyou ) so you can share your re...

Dec 28, 201839 minSeason 1Ep. 20

HMAY?! 019| We're Having a Baby!!!

In this episode, we announce we're having a baby!!! This will be #4 for us, so this comes with so many thoughts, feelings, hopes, etc. We figured we'd process out loud with you all how we're feeling about the anticipated arrival of #4, and we share about the possibility of more children after this. Thanks for listening! Words of affirmation is our love language, so feel free to send us a voicemail on the anchor app linked below or record an audio message to our DM's on the #HMAY instagram page (...

Dec 20, 201836 min

HMAY?! 018| Withholding Sex Because of Weight Gain

In this episode we share an Instagram post that has been circling around the internet about a husband who's withholding sex because his wife gained weight. Thanks for listening! Words of affirmation is our love language, so feel free to send us a voicemail on the anchor app linked below or record an audio message to our DM's on the #HMAY instagram page (also linked below). Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, The Podcast Glen Yvette The Kiddos The Homie, @FrankPuppet Also, don't forget to che...

Dec 14, 201836 min

HMAY? 017| 8 Facts About Love & Marriage in America

The landscape of relationships in America has shifted dramatically in recent decades. From cohabitation to same-sex marriage to interracial and interethnic marriage, according to the Pew Research Center. We respond to their list of 8 facts about love and marriage in America. Article: http://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2018/02/13/8-facts-about-love-and-marriage/ Thanks for listening! Words of affirmation is our love language, so feel free to send us a voicemail on the anchor app linked below or...

Dec 06, 201846 minSeason 1Ep. 17

HMAY? 016| Relating to Mr. & Mrs. Smith

On this episode of HMAY?!, we watch part one of the Red Table Talk discussion, Becoming Mr. & Mrs. Smith! We discuss how we can relate to Will & Jada and also share some other things on our minds in this season that we're in. Thanks for listening! Words of affirmation is our love language, so feel free to send us a voicemail on the anchor app linked below or record an audio message to our DM's on the #HMAY instagram page (also linked below). Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, The Po...

Oct 29, 201830 min

HMAY? 015| Why everyone should have a mentor couple!

In this episode we dive into discussion about how having a mentor couple has helped to safeguard our marriage, give us a safe place to work through issues and look forward to our future. Thanks for listening! Words of affirmation is our love language, so feel free to send us a voicemail on the anchor app linked below or record an audio message to our DM's on the #HMAY instagram page (also linked below). Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, The Podcast Glen Yvette The Kiddos The Homie, @FrankP...

Oct 19, 201833 minSeason 1Ep. 15

HMAY? 014| Is he really "The One???"

In this episode we discuss whether or not each of us is "the one." Even further, we dive into the idea of "soulmates." Thanks for listening! Words of affirmation is our love language, so feel free to send us a voicemail on the anchor app linked below or record an audio message to our DM's on the #HMAY instagram page (also linked below). Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, The Podcast Glen Yvette The Kiddos The Homie, @FrankPuppet Also, don't forget to check us out on YouTube @ Beleaf in Fath...

Oct 12, 201839 min

HMAY? 013 To tell or not to tell when we've been hit on

You ever experience the dilemma of how much to share? Do you tell your significant other EVERY time someone hits on you? In this episode, we discuss the hot topic of whether or not to tell your spouse every time you've been hit on! Glen wants to know all, while Yvette doesn't think it's necessary to tell all. Thanks for listening! Words of affirmation is our love language, so feel free to send us a voicemail on the anchor app linked below or record an audio message to our DM's on the #HMAY insta...

Oct 04, 201842 minSeason 1Ep. 13

HMAY? 012 My son told me "I don't spend enough time w/ family"

Something we'd like to instill in our children from a young age is that they can talk to us. We want them to feel comfortable coming to us to communicate their feelings, thoughts and opinions. Simultaneously, we want them to understand that while we are receptive to their expression, we are still their parents and we are responsible for their growth and development and will respond as such with Love. In This Episode, we share how Theo (our oldest) approached Glen about his work/life balance. We ...

Sep 14, 201837 min

HMAY? 011 Love The Culture Not Just the Color (Interracial)

In this episode we sum up our thoughts on the interracial dating conversation based off of your responses to our previous podcasts. Thanks for listening! Words of affirmation is our love language, so feel free to send us a voicemail on the anchor app linked below or record an audio message to our DM's on the #HMAY instagram page (also linked below). Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, The Podcast Glen Yvette The Kiddos The Homie, @FrankPuppet Also, don't forget to check us out on YouTube @ B...

Sep 07, 201836 min

HMAY? 010 Why we only dated black people. PART TWO

In today’s episode, the discussion of why we were never in interracial relationships continues. Yvette admits that she would like to move to give her children more opportunities to see themselves in their peers. Thanks for listening! Words of affirmation is our love language, so feel free to send us a voicemail on the anchor app linked below or record an audio message to our DM's on the #HMAY instagram page (also linked below). Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, The Podcast Glen Yvette The ...

Aug 30, 201830 min

HMAY? 009 Why we only dated black people.

Everyone has their preferences when looking for a romantic relationship. We have things that we are willing to compromise on and things that we will not compromise on. In today’s episode, we discuss why we were never in interracial relationships. Before you get upset and call us racists, please tune in to hear our thoughts on why this was a preference of ours. This is part 1 of what turned into a 3-part discussion. Thanks for listening! Words of affirmation is our love language, so feel free to ...

Aug 24, 201831 minSeason 1Ep. 10

HMAY? 008 We’re not doing well

How often do you check in with your significant other? In today’s discussion, we check in on each other. Listen in to find out how we’re doing. Thanks for listening! Words of affirmation is our love language, so feel free to send us a voicemail on the anchor app linked below or record an audio message to our DM's on the #HMAY instagram page (also linked below). Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, The Podcast Glen Yvette The Kiddos The Homie, @FrankPuppet Also, don't forget to check us out on...

Aug 16, 201836 minSeason 1Ep. 8

HMAY? 007 Why we waited to have sex

In this episode of #HowMarriedAreYou, we share our experience dating and entering into marriage with only one of us having been a virgin. We discuss the challenges of abstaining while dating, and boundaries we set up to maintain that abstinence. We also dive deep into why we abstained from sex before marriage, as well as the challenges we had to overcome when married. Here are a couple links we mention in the video. Yvette talks about her blog: Mrs. Melanin Exposed The book Glen mentions mention...

Aug 11, 201845 minSeason 1Ep. 7
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