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What does a long, happy marriage actually look like behind the scenes?

In this episode, Nichole and Ben sit down with Matt Riley—former Great British Bake Off contestant, firefighter, author—and his wife Alex Beard, a former TV journalist, to talk about what really goes into a relationship that lasts. Over 20 years together, 14 years married, two kids, and two demanding careers later, Matt and Alex open up about how they’ve made it work—and what they’ve consciously chosen to let go of.

They talk about how they’ve never had a proper argument (yes, really), how they maintain individuality while staying close, and why they’ve prioritised family over chasing money or titles. You’ll also hear their honest take on parenting, sharing their life online, and how they navigate technology as a family.

This is one of those rare conversations that will make you rethink what “success” in marriage really means—and remind you that the quiet, steady stuff matters more than the highlight reel.

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• Follow Alex Beard on Instagram
• Buy Matt's Book: The Great British Dadventure

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