In this highly requested follow-up to last week's episode about moving into their seventh house, Danielle and Adam talk more deeply about how the stress is starting to manifest in ways that aren't so positive, and how the impending move is making them appreciate certain aspects of their current lives that they may have taken for granted. Also, what types of rituals, products, and habits are saving them right now, and making the whole process a little easier? Danielle talks new bras, clothing, an...
Jul 10, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 248
In this extremely vulnerable episode, Adam and Danielle divulge all the details concerning their move: why, where, and when. Plus, they go on some pretty crazy tangents about some TMI concerning Danielle's recent sexual craze, and Adam's ridiculous stress level. The two discuss how their relationship has changed since the last move, and how Adam's obsession with moving has completely transformed. Plus, what are they hoping to get from their new house and the town to which they're moving that the...
Jul 03, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 247
It's pride month, but it's always a good time to celebrate all the love. This episode has no shortage of real, honest, deep, intense love, and what beautiful things can happen when someone stops letting society dictate how their life should look, and starts looking inward to make big decisions. Danielle was so excited to catch up with her friend, Linda, to get caught up on the impactful and enormous changes that have occurred since she came out over two years ago. Danielle was even more thrilled...
Jun 05, 2023•55 min•Ep. 246
Danielle and Adam are finally reunited with Erica and Jamilah from the podcast, Good Moms Bad Choices, and in this episode they are going DEEP into what society gets wrong about relationships, and why they're shifting the narrative about what a "life-partner" can look like. These best friends discuss everything from how Erica had the courage to ask Milah to "be her friend," when they were both young single moms, and the incredible bond that has developed and evolved since then. In this episode: ...
May 22, 2023•58 min•Ep. 245
So many couples go years without ever truly "checking in" with one another to discuss how things are going between them and which aspects of their relationship they need to focus on and improve, as well as which aspects of their relationship are going well. Danielle and Adam sit down to do a "relationship check-in" in real time. After looking for a "check-in" that suits their needs but not finding anything she really liked, Danielle creates one that she feels is more comprehensive and balanced. ...
May 15, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 244
Danielle has been extremely honest about her struggle with body image and self-acceptance. She was so excited to sit down and ask one of her biggest role models, Sarah Landry (aka The Bird's Papaya) all about her experience and journey towards unapologetic body confidence. The two discuss why a attaining a "goal body" isn't all it's cracked up to be, how they're trying to show up in the world even when they feel uncomfortable, and what they really think makes a person incredibly sexy. Sarah talk...
May 01, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 243
For the past four and a half years, there's one question that Danielle and Adam get pretty regularly: "why do you have to curse so much?" It's a fair question, and one that actually doesn't bother them, as long as it's asked in a f*cking respectful way. So, why do they curse so much? In what ways do they feel that the art of cursing is misunderstood? What are their rules as parents concerning their kids using profanity? What are their favorite lines from movies that involve cursing? Which of the...
Apr 24, 2023•55 min•Ep. 242
Warning: This episode discusses body image, disordered eating, and other complex relationships with food and exercise. Please take care while listening. This is Danielle's first solo episode in over three years. However, the response she's gotten to some more recent episodes in which she gets very vulnerable about body image and the all-consuming aspects of trying to attain a certain physique, made it clear to her that she needed to dig deeper into the topic by herself before tackling the the su...
Apr 17, 2023•56 min•Ep. 242
The term "Estate Planning" is quite misleading. So many of us believe that "getting our affairs in order" is something reserved only for the wealthy. Yet it is absolutely necessary to our loved ones' futures that we sort out financial and personal details ASAP, no matter the status of our finances and assets, especially if we have children under the age of 18. But how do we approach such a monumentally confusing and overwhelming task? Danielle and Adam sat down with Estate Planning expert (who j...
Apr 10, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 241
What was supposed to be a light, fun episode of Danielle and Adam asking one another random questions about life turns into a deeper, more real discussion about frustrations and issues beneath the actual subject matter. How does Danielle feel about Adam's crypto obsession? Why does Adam feel like he doesn't need to take more of an interest in women's content? This is a fun episode that also tackles some unexpected marital issues that will most likely be relatable to tons of couples. Want to ask ...
Mar 27, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 240
After recently completing the college admissions process with their oldest child, Adam and Danielle knew they wanted to do a series of episodes for parents who might be anticipating or already immersed in the process. They asked their friend and seasoned admissions consultant, Peter Tilles, to sit down and answer their (and your) questions concerning all things college related. They also knew, however, that they wanted this series to be different than other podcasts that center on higher educati...
Mar 20, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 239
TW: All things "vice" related. Adam and Danielle make it no secret that they have some questionable life choices. Most people won't talk about the taboo aspects of coping mechanisms due to the shame and stigma. But guess what? Life is hard, and we're not all equipped with the healthiest and most acceptable tactics. This is a safe space for anyone who has at times felt shamed for resorting to vices that aren't "healthy" or socially encouraged. In part one of this series, Danielle and Adam discuss...
Mar 06, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 238
Adam and Danielle discuss the concert of Sliding Doors and all the ways their lives would be different if they had made alternate momentary decisions. Purchase the Date Night Questions Experience paperback book here . Use code "MNMPODCAST" for 15% off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 20, 2023•50 min•Ep. 237
Is there any more uncomfortable subject to discuss in a real, educational way than porn? Probably not. Which is exactly why Danielle wanted so desperately to do this episode.Erika Lust is an award-winning, feminist, sex-positive director of adult cinema. Now, she’s made it her mission to educate parents about how we can have these incredibly hard discussions with our kids. Porn is ubiquitous these days. So why are so few people talking about it? Erika breaks down why we can’t wait any longer to ...
Feb 14, 2023•50 min•Ep. 236
Danielle and Adam reflect on their household rules growing up (or lack thereof) and how these (non) rules impacted them in becoming the people they are today. They discuss how their "rules" around religion have changed, which societal rules we need to get rid of, and what the rules of their household are now that they're supposedly in charge. What's the only movie Danielle's mom ever made them walk out of and why? What were the rules living in the dorm at Adam's boarding school? What would their...
Feb 06, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 235
Very few couples are as honest and refreshing as Erinn and Oliver. In this episode, the two couples commiserate about everything from trust in marriage, to how hard consistency is in parenting, and why perfection is such a scam. Oliver gets real about what it was like coming clean to Erinn early in their marriage about his infidelity, how it almost broke him, and how they've been able to talk about it so openly now that they have such a strong, solid partnership. Erinn talks about what it was li...
Jan 30, 2023•56 min•Ep. 234
Ok, so Adam and Danielle are a little late with their New Year's episode, but hey, what else is new? 2022 was the year that felt like ten years. Adam and Danielle go deep about what stunk, what was great, what they learned, and what they are really hoping for in 2023. OUR BESTSELLING DATE NIGHT BOXES ARE BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND FOR VALENTINE'S DAY!! These went fast for the holidays so do not wait to claim yours! Limited Supply!! Get 15% off the Date Night Questions book with the promo code "MNMPO...
Jan 23, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 233
For the past few years, Danielle and Adam have done a lot of researching when it comes to ADHD. But they've really wanted to sit down and ask an expert all of their questions and the questions from listeners. In this episode, Danielle and Ryan (aka The ADHD Dude) talk about everything ADHD related when it comes to kids (especially boys). The two talk about how to get your child's teachers to better understand and how to seek their help. They discuss medication, handling tough situations like hom...
Jan 09, 2023•49 min•Ep. 232
In this light, fun episode just in time for the holiday season, Danielle and Adam ask the hosts of this popular "etiquette-ish" podcast about everything from tipping, to regifting, to what to do when you seriously just don't want to go to that party. Danielle reveals what weird thing happened when she neglected to send a thank you note to an older member of her extended family after having her first child, and Adam asks if it's ok for customers to just leave their crap all over the aisles. Are s...
Nov 21, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 231
TW: Mention of suicidal thoughts. In one of their most vulnerable episodes, Danielle and Adam sit down to discuss the impact that ADHD has had on their family. While currently fully in the thick of this journey, opening up about this struggle was not easy, but it is something they know could help so many others. Having a daughter and a son who struggle, Danielle and Adam reveal the deep heartbreak that has fully consumed them as parents for the past year. However, they also feel so lucky and gra...
Nov 14, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 230
Danielle sits down with her good friend Leah Carey, who is a sex and intimacy coach and host of the podcast, "Good Girls Talk About Sex." The two discuss Leah's new ventures into pursuing an open relationship with her longtime partner. How did they know it was the right time to explore this lifestyle? What is different about their relationship now that allows them to trust one another enough to pursue sexual experiences outside of their relationship? What are the boundaries for these sexual enco...
Oct 31, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 229
This episode is by far one of the most personal and vulnerable of the Marriage and Martinis podcast yet. In this special episode, Adam and Danielle's oldest child, 15-year-old Mia Silverstein comes on to discuss her experience grappling with sexual identity, and what she wants kids and parents everywhere to know about self, family, and social acceptance as someone in the LGBTQ community. What was "coming out" like for her? How has social media both helped and hindered her experience with self-co...
Oct 24, 2022•56 min•Ep. 228
How did we use technology in the past, and are we regulating it for our kids? Probably not. Purchase the Date Night Questions Experience paperback book here . Use code "MNMPODCAST" for 15% off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 17, 2022•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 227
Adam and Danielle discuss their history and current budgeting situation. It pretty much goes as you'd expect. Purchase the Date Night Questions Experience paperback book here . Use code "MNMPODCAST" for 15% off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 10, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 226
Danielle and Adam have been very honest about the ups and downs of finances in their marriage. But from where does it all originate? The two go deep into their childhoods, uncovering imbalances between perception and reality concerning the money situation while they were each growing up. How has it impacted them as individuals and as a couple? When did it all go wrong? How has society set them up to fail? Any couple who has ever encountered hardships about money will not want to miss this episod...
Oct 03, 2022•54 min•Ep. 225
Dr. Jennifer Lincoln has become a tik Tok phenomenon. With 2.8 million followers, she's demystifying sex and taking the shame out of the conversations surrounding sex ed that our youth really need to be having and hearing. Tackling everything from periods, to puberty, to body parts, she's working hard to stop the stigmas and spread the real message that this is all natural and normal. Danielle asks all her questions as a mom of tweens and teens, and both sons and a daughter. How do we make our h...
Sep 19, 2022•49 min•Ep. 224
For years, Adam and Danielle have done whatever possible to avoid facing "real life" situations. Now, as they get older and realize the impertinence of life, things have started to change. How are they embracing the here and now more than ever before? With their kids and pets getting older, there's a longing to make time slow down and really capture all of life's occurrences, whether good or bad. How did Adam go from wanting to escape every facet of the hard times, to totally being invested in t...
Sep 05, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 223
In this episode, Danielle chats with Ashley and Keri from the Momtourage Podcast about how each of them has navigated the pressures of doing things the way their parents and families did them while growing up, with figuring out how they each want factors such as tradition, spirituality, and religion to play a factor in their own adult lives and the lives of their kids. How does being in an interfaith marriage affect the decision-making process concerning tradition? Is there a way to honor our up...
Aug 29, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 222
In the previous episode, Danielle and Adam discuss how their summer turned drastically wrong. During this episode (should be listened to after listening to the first one), they discuss how they handled the disappointment, frustration, and anxiousness that followed the unexpected July events. How did they deal with everything as parents and as a couple? In what ways did it all wind up being a blessing, and it what ways are they still trying to figure out what needs to be done to turn certain thin...
Aug 15, 2022•55 min•Ep. 221
The beginning of Summer of 2022 was supposed to be "the time of Adam and Danielle...." sleeping in, relaxing, having romantic dinners, and doing the dirty deed whenever they felt like it. Because, the beginning of the summer, all three of their kids were supposed to be away, having fun in different parts of the country. Nothing went as planned. In fact, so much went wrong, that there almost isn't enough time to talk about it all. In this episode, Adam and Danielle break down what went wrong and ...
Aug 01, 2022•59 min•Ep. 220
