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Marriage Therapy Radio

Look... every couple struggles. You fight too much; you're bored; sex is either okay (or rare); maybe you're even considering divorce. OR... maybe your marriage is actually pretty good, but you want to go deeper. In this podcast, straight-talking marriage therapist Zach Brittle tackle the most common complaints virtually every marriage experience. Along the way, they reveal the science behind strong relationships and talk about what's really going on for couples. Topics include conflict, communication, compatibility, money, sex, in-laws, infidelity, time-management, future dreams, and more. If you want relief? A deeper connection? A new way forward...? Then you've got to find out what's REALLY going on in your marriage. That's what this podcast is about. You can learn more about Zach, and his alternatives to traditional therapy at marriagetherapyradio.com.
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Episodes

Ep 260 Getting Good

Laura needs to process the damage her puppy did to Zach's shoes. Zach has been hounding Laura to participate in a March Madness bracket. Laura brings some concrete steps to getting good at pretty much anything. They discuss how these steps can improve your relationship. Check out the upcoming workshops at https://marriagetherapyradio.com/seven-principles-workshop/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 21, 202335 min

Ep 259 Repair Attempts

Zach's handyman has practically moved into his house. Laura had her, and her friend's, car stolen. They go on to discuss failed attempts at repairing the relationship. Sponsor: Join Thrive Market today and get 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! Go to https://thrivemarket.com/mtr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 14, 202337 min

Ep 258 Money Matters with Matt Kane

Zach and Laura chat with financial advisor Matt Kane about the importance of values, communication, and alignment as a couple navigates their financial lives. Sponsor: Get $15 off your order at https://nutrafol.com with promo code MTR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 07, 202355 min

Ep 257 Is it okay to say No?

Zach has been working hard to set a new meditation streak. He and Laura chat about some of the lessons he's learning in the process. Laura poses a question about whether or not it's okay to say "no" to your partner. Their answers may surprise you. Sponsor: Go to LuvBuglearning.com and sign up for a 7-day free trial, or simply download from the APP store and subscribe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 28, 202337 min

Ep 256 Rethinking Date Night

Zach & Laura discuss ways to re-think and re-energize dating your partner. Zach has a date night coming up and Laura gives him some tips. They brainstorm some ideas for dates that don't require a lot of time or money. Don't forget about the 7 Principles Workshop March 3-4. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 21, 202337 min

Ep 255 Healthy Relationship Myths

Laura is a bit under the weather. Zach isn't so sure about K-Pop. They reflect a bit on valentines day past and present. Laura brings up the topic of debunking myths about healthy relationships. Sponsors: Protect your family today with Fabric by Gerber Life. Apply today in just 10 minutes at https://meetfabric.com/mtr Join Thrive Market today and get 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! Go to https://thrivemarket.com/mtr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Feb 14, 202341 min

Ep 254 Make Your Marriage Work with Zach and Laura

Zach is stretching it out. Laura is feeling REALLY good about her husband. They discuss their upcoming workshop and what it takes for couples to make progress (hint: the tools alone are not enough). Sponsor: Get $15 off your order at https://nutrafol.com with promo code MTR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 07, 202336 min

Ep 253 Porn and Marriage with Candice Horbacz

Zach shares the story of his first date with his wife. Laura tells us about the power of a well-placed compliment. They enjoy catching up before they welcome their guest Candice Horbacz. Candice shares insights into love, marriage, sex, and intimacy gleaned from her years as an adult film star. Register for our upcoming workshop at https://marriagetherapyradio.com/seven-principles-workshop/ Sponsor: Protect your family today with Fabric by Gerber Life. Apply today in just 10 minutes at https://m...

Jan 31, 202358 min

Ep 252 Keeping Monogamy Hot with Ashleigh Renard

Zach and Laura (mostly Laura) have a great conversation with Ashleigh Renard about monogamy, swinging, teamwork, and more. You will get some great insights and tips for how to keep your relationship hot. Be sure to check out Ashleigh at https://ashleighrenard.com/ and on Instagram @ashleighrenard Sponsor: Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code MTR at Manscaped.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 24, 202354 min

Ep 251 Sexual Intimacy with Emily Nagoski Part 2

Zach and Laura continue their conversation with Emily Nagoski. Emily answers some listener questions and shares some wonderful resources to better connect with your partner. Register for our upcoming workshops at https://marriagetherapyradio.com/seven-principles-workshop/ Sponsor: Protect your family today with Fabric by Gerber Life. Apply today in just 10 minutes at https://meetfabric.com/mtr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 17, 202337 min

Ep 250 Sexual Intimacy with Emily Nagoski Part 1

Zach and Laura welcome Emily Nagoski to the podcast. Emily shares some of her personal story of building relationships and gives us a sneak peek into her latest book on maintaining sexual intimacy for the long haul. Sponsor: Join Thrive Market today and get 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! Go to https://thrivemarket.com/mtr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 10, 202336 min

Ep 248 End of the Year Mailbag

Laura is pitching a new cooking show. Zach is on his way home from Virginia. In this final episode of the year, they answer some listener questions and look forward to 2023. Sponsors: Visit Fabric by Gerber Life at https://meetfabric.com/mtr to apply for life insurance in 10 minutes. Visit Rocket Money at https://rocketmoney.com/marriagetherapy to find and cancel your unwanted subscriptions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 27, 202246 min

Ep 247 Biblical Marriage with Dr. Jennifer Bird

Zach interviews Biblical scholar (and childhood friend) Dr. Jenffifer Bird https://www.jennifergracebird.com/ about the notion of a "Biblical Marriage". Sponsor: Visit https://storyworth.com/mtr and get $10 OFF to preserve meaningful moments and memories in a beautiful keepsake book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 20, 202246 min

Ep 246 Taking a Break

Zach is sporting a hat that Laura does NOT love. Laura is putting together a pitch-black dinner. They reflect on their enneagram numbers and Laura is pumped about how she and her husband are using an Amazon Echo to connect and communicate. They go on to discuss one of Zach's top 5 therapeutic interventions that have the greatest impact on his clients. Sponsor: Visit Rocket Money at https://rocketmoney.com/marriagetherapy to find and cancel your unwanted subscriptions Learn more about your ad cho...

Dec 13, 202245 min

Ep 245 Know Your Type with Ian Cron

Zach and Laura have a great conversation with Ian Cron https://www.ianmorgancron.com/ about the impact that deeply knowing yourself and your partner can have on your relationship. Ian is an expert on the Enneagram and offers insight into the use of this tool to improve all of your relationships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 06, 202250 min

Ep 244 The Marriage Puzzle with A.J. Jacobs

Zach is flying solo this week. He interviews author A.J. Jacobs, about his recent book The Puzzler https://ajjacobs.com/books/the-puzzler/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 29, 202240 min

Ep 243 Spiritual Intimacy

Zach was confused by the lack of football. Laura likes the time change and had a bonkers half-marathon. They discuss hernias for a little too long but eventually transition to a great conversation about spiritual intimacy. They batt around sound ideas for developing this intimacy in your relationship in ways that aren't necessarily tied to a specific religious practice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 22, 202235 min

Ep 242 Acrostic Toolbox

Zach and Laura talk about their old girlfriends and old dogs. Zach brings a few acrostics that have been helpful in both his parenting and work with clients. Sponsor: Visit Rocket Money at https://rocketmoney.com/marriagetherapy to find and cancel your unwanted subscriptions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 15, 202235 min

Ep 241 Transitions to/in Parenting with Beth Goss

After a last-minute meditation session, Zach and Laura interview parenting educator/coach Beth Goss. Sponsors: Visit https://Manscaped.com and get 20% off + Free Shipping with code MTR20 Visit https://meetfabric.com/mtr to apply for life insurance in 10 minutes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 08, 202242 min

Ep 240 Empathy

Zach lost, but on a positive note, his shower wall is no longer adorned with dental floss. Laura also upped her oral hygiene game. Zach ponders what we do when we don't have all the information. It leads to a great discussion about empathy and understanding in your relationship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 01, 202237 min

Ep 239 Sexperiment

Laura gives us some info on water conservation. Zach is anticipating the final week of fantasy football. They provide some significant free air time to a cookie company. Zach brings a sex and intimacy exercise he learned at a conference by Tina Shermer Sellers tinaschermersellers.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 25, 202238 min

Ep 238 Jungle Cats Need Love Too

Zach returns from Disneyland. Laura is continuing her training. Laura brings the discussion of what to do with the need for connection when you are at the end of your rope. Sponsors: Go to https://greenchef.com/mtr135 and use code mtr135 to get $135 off across five boxes—and your first box ships free! Visit https://meetfabric.com/mtr to apply for life insurance in 10 minutes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 18, 202237 min

Ep 237 The Flip Side

Zach and Laura bring us in on a conflict they have right before recording this episode. They go on to discuss a concept Zach is playing with regarding exploring the flip side of both the good and bad in the relationship and how it can lead to greater intimacy and connection. Sponsor: Visit https://Manscaped.com and get 20% off + Free Shipping with code MTR20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 12, 202235 min

Ep 236 How to Listen

Zach and Laura start off the episode with a free concert. Laura wants Jack Johnson to come to her son's class to watch him perform in a bacon costume. They get a lot of feedback on whose oral hygiene habits are grossest. Laura brings an exercise to work through with Zach that requires presenting and listening to a complaint. Zach finds a way to loop in their beloved producer as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 04, 202238 min

Ep 235 Press Pause

Zach has an interesting encounter with Kim Kardashian. Laura starts modeling for Gap. They discuss their oral hygiene which oddly leads them into a really great discussion of how to get what you want from your kids and your partner. Sponsor: Visit https://www.dameproducts.com/ and enter code MTR for 15% off products for pleasure, intimacy, and connection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 27, 202239 min

Ep 234 Catching Up

Laura needs some alone time after a trip to Hawaii to, potentially illegally, spread ashes. Zach completes a marathon - counseling session. His corn dish was not the hit of the Iron Chef party. They spend some time catching up and sharing what they are learning about themselves and their clients. Sponsors: Go to https://greenchef.com/mtr135 and use code mtr135 to get $135 off across five boxes—and your first box ships free! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 20, 202237 min

Ep 233 Listener Questions

Laura drops her kid off for the first day of school. Zach's kid got a piercing. They recap the fantasy draft. They answer some listener questions. Sponsors: Visit https://zoxdoc.com/mtr to find patient-reviewed doctors in your area. Visit https://www.dameproducts.com/ and enter code MTR for 15% off products for pleasure, intimacy, and connection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 14, 202244 min

Ep 232 Getting it Right

Laura shares her candle and melatonin routine. Zach is treating his potential COVID with ginger ale. They go on to discuss the characteristics of couples that are firing on all cylinders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 06, 202238 min

Ep 231 Gamify your Relationship

Zach is setting up an MTR fantasy football league. Laura continues her triathlon training. They discuss how getting what you want out of the relationship can involve giving as much as you can. Sponsor: Visit https://dameproducts.com and use code MTR for 15% off your order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 30, 202235 min
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