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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 140 Sex: Brakes & Gas

Zach is working out a new joke. He and Laura both agree that they would like to be a lumberjack and lumberjill, respectively. They go on to discuss how understanding your most fulfilling and least fulfilling sexual experiences can lead to a wonderful sex life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 26, 202036 min

Ep 139 The Pendulum Swing

Zach and Laura discuss the pendulum swings we take in relationships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 17, 202033 min

Ep 138 Listener Questions

Laura is dealing with a full load and tiny balls. Zach forgot how to solve a Rubik's Cube. They go on to address two listener questions and provide a TON of practical tips for improving your relationship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 10, 202036 min

Ep 137 Do You Want to Build a Snowman?

Laura is flying solo today and interviews Hyrum Osmond, Disney animator. They discuss the path to his dream job and the impact on his relationship. Be sure to check out his #warmhugscampaign on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 04, 202043 min

Ep 136 The In-Laws

Laura is not liking her soup. Zach is not liking Laura's house or the person who administered his COVID test. But, rest assured, he's negative. They discuss a listener question regarding the in-laws. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 20, 202033 min

Ep 135 Anger Management

Laura is headed on what sounds like a pretty sweet vacation. Zach circles back on the conflict he was in with his wife last week. Laura's husband is getting some internet traffic. They go on to answer a listener question from Brazil about managing anger in your relationship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 13, 202031 min

Ep 134 Disrupting the Pattern

Both Zach and Laura talk about the importance of walks for each of them personally and in their therapy. They go on to discuss some ways of disrupting the established patterns of conflict in your relationship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 06, 202033 min

Ep 133 The Pilot Episode

Zach and Laura welcome Ed Rush, an author, speaker, and advisor, to discuss how his experiences as a decorated Marine fighter pilot translate to his relationship with his wife. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 29, 202045 min

Ep 132 Three Practices to Get You Through the Pandemic

Laura finds the wrong Zach on Instagram. Zach expresses an opinion on a Netflix movie and gets some push-back from the social square. They go on to discuss how couples can not just get through the pandemic but really grow their relationship buy bridging back 3 practices from early in their courtship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 22, 202035 min

Ep 131 Hurt Feelings

Laura is a superhuman with self-healing powers. Zach is reminded of the importance of kindness. They go on to discuss a listener's question regarding what to do with hurt feelings when feel your partner has not been kind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 15, 202037 min

Ep 130 After the Fight

The kids are headed back to school. Zach is excited to get back in therapy. This leads to a discussion about the frequency of therapy and how often is helpful. Laura gives an update on her biking injury. They go on to discuss a listener's question about what to do after conflict. If your needing support, reach out to our sponsor Better Help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 08, 202034 min

Ep 129 Interrogation vs Invitation

Laura is nursing some wounds after a bike accident. Zach has a finger out of whack. This leads them into a discussion of attractive doctors they have had over the years. They go on to discuss the way we approach questions to our partner. Is it an investigation or an invitation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 01, 202036 min

Ep 128 Pause and Attribute

Zach is now a hand model and cracking afternoon beers. Laura is business up top and casual on bottom. They discuss different strategies for disrupting the negative patterns of communication in your relationship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 25, 202036 min

Ep 127 Listener Question on Leadership

Laura is rocking her trailer skills, even with the Austin Powers' style turns. Zach is thinking about yoga and stepping up his health game. They then address a listener's question about leadership in their relationship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 18, 202036 min

Ep 126 Too Much and Not Enough

Laura has a trailer in her front yard. Zach's t-shirts are fitting better. They discuss what is sometimes the core fear for a man and a woman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 11, 202036 min

Ep 125 The Enneagram with Ni'coel Stark

Recorded while Laura was on the road, Zach is joined by Ni'coel Stark to discuss the Enneagram. Ni'coel is a corporate intelligence strategist who brings a great deal of experience into the value and use of the Enneagram. Listeners who are unfamiliar with the Enneagram will find reason to explore this ancient tool and folks who are already Enneagram fans will find fresh insights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 04, 202048 min

Ep 124 Insta Inspiration

Laura is back from her travels and COVID has hit close to home. She is celebrating a birthday. Zach is experimenting with glass blowing, kind of, and has mastered the Rubic's Cube. They go on to discuss if there is anything to gain from inspirational Instagram quotes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 28, 202034 min

Ep 123 Getting it Right vs Being Right

Zach and Laura discuss some of their favorite clients. Laura tries to convince you to listen to a different podcast. They then discuss the importance of valuing the relationship over being "right" in any disagreement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 22, 202023 min

Ep 122 The Hamilton Question

Zach and Laura have to work out their own communication conflicts. Laura is headed out on a great adventure and Zach is welcoming back his kids. They throw out a Hamilton challenge, and go on to discuss a listener question about building trust after an affair. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 15, 202031 min

Ep 121 Love in the Time of the Coronavirus

With Laura out gallivanting around the Northwest in her RV Zach is sharing a recording of a talk he did for ParentMap It's full of valuable takeaways. You might want to have a notebook handy for this one. See the full talk on Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 08, 202024 min

Ep 120 Good Defenses

Laura controls the weather and gets into a great intense conversation with her husband about switching household roles. Zach is pretty certain he is not interested in that for him and his wife. Zach is getting a week without his kids. Laura doesn't share her sex dream. They go on to have a great conversation about defensiveness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 01, 202032 min

Ep 119 The Truth About Marriage with Roger Nygard

Zach and Laura hop straight into a great conversation with Roger Nygard, filmmaker, author, and producer, about his latest project, The Truth About Marriage. They discuss the insights he gained while researching and creating this film and book companion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 23, 202049 min

Ep 118 Speaking in Code

Zach is mayor of grouchy town but he solved a Rubik's Cube. Laura shares her creative spellings. They go on to discuss the importance of having code language in your relationship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 16, 202031 min

Ep 117 Tapping into Your Inner Adult

Laura is obsessed with Magnificent Sex. Zach is starting some stuff and counting cats. They go on to discuss the work of Terry Real and the impact it has in their own lives and the lives of their clients. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 11, 202035 min

Ep 116 Listener Question on Pot

Zach and Laura discuss the odd ending of last week's show. Zach is celebrating over 1 million views on the Vanity Fair videos. They field a call from a listener about different perspectives on marijuana use. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 02, 202032 min

Ep 115 Selfish or Self-Care

Zach is super proud of his kids. Laura shares about some of the Vanity Fair video that ended up on the cutting room floor. They go on to discuss the difference between selfishness and self-care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 28, 202028 min

Ep114 Self Love with Jonathon Aslay

Zach finally put the doors on his shed.Both he and Laura showered today, but for different reasons. They move on to discuss self love and self care with mid-life dating and relationship coach, Jonathan Aslay. If you're looking for help try Better Help today by visiting https://trybetterhelp.com/mtr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 19, 202050 min

Ep 113 Dream, Discuss, Decide

Laura is stocking up on bikes. Zach is spotting pigs in his neighborhood. They discuss what it looks like to bring on a new client. They go on to discuss the importance of having conversations on three levels: dreaming, discussing, and deciding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 12, 202041 min

Ep 112 Better Sex Through Mindfulness | with Dr. Lori Brotto

Zach and Laura discuss a recent video they created with Vanity Fair. Check it out, it's a really fun look at relationships in Disney films. They then welcome a guest, Dr. Lori Brotto. They discuss Dr. Brotto's latest book, Better Sex Through Mindfulness: How Women Can Cultivate Desire and other related topics. If you're looking for help try Better Help today by visiting https://trybetterhelp.com/mtr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 05, 202043 min

Ep 111 What's your Next

Zach opens up about some of his struggles in this time and the importance of getting his own therapy. Laura joins him in discussing the importance of having purpose and a next. If your "next" is to seek out a therapist. Try Better Help by visiting (sponsored) https:// trybetterhelp.com/mtr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 29, 202030 min
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