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Is your marriage or relationship feeling stuck, disconnected, or harder than it should be? In this episode of Chats From the Peak, Dr. Lara and Memi break down 5 common reasons why marriages fail—and what you can actually do to prevent it.

This isn’t about blame—it’s about clarity, connection, and real talk for couples who want to fight for their relationship. Whether you're newlyweds, 10 years in, or just trying to stay afloat, this episode gives you practical tools, emotional insight, and hope. 

In this episode we cover:
The slow relationship killers you might be ignoring 
Communication breakdowns that create distance 
Resentment, avoidance, and emotional withdrawal 
External influences (friends, family, culture) 
The power of small daily choices to rebuild trust and connection 
If you’re looking for a foundation-centered, culturally grounded, and emotionally honest podcast for couples, you’re in the right place.

Tap in. Take notes. Choose love again.

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 Is your “vent session” actually oversharing? Are you getting wise counsel—or just loud opinions? In this episode of Chats From the Peak, Dr. Lara and Memi dive into a fun, new segment, where they unpack popular relationship beliefs and decide if they hold up... or need to be tossed like yesterday's leftovers. 

We talk about the fine line between transparency and TMI, how to tell wise counsel from dangerous advice and why discernment is your relationship’s secret weapon

Stay awhile for laughs, real-life reflections, and nothing but the truth that’ll have you rethinking what (and who) you let speak into your love life.

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What if you treated your marriage like a business—not in a cold or transactional way, but with vision, strategy, and intentional investment? In this episode of Chats from the Peak, we explore how couples can apply the principles of business—communication, teamwork, leadership, and financial planning—to build a thriving relationship. We’ll dive into why marriage and business share more similarities than you think, how to create a vision, mission, and shared goals for your relationship, and the role of accountability, partnership, and daily “operations” in love. Whether you’re married, engaged, or preparing for partnership, this conversation will shift how you see commitment. Think of it as a CEO-level strategy meeting for your marriage—because every great love story deserves a strong foundation.

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 Why does it feel easier to go viral for drama than for love? In this episode of Chats From the Peak, Dr. Lara and Memi unpack why people feel the need to gatekeep their relationships—and why negativity seems to sell.

Dr. Lara and Memi break down negativity bias, the pressure to perform online, and why positive content often gets overlooked. From gatekeeping relationships to building a platform rooted in growth, we’re talking about the importance of choosing healing—even when the algorithm favors drama.

Whether you’re a content creator, a hopeless romantic, or just trying to stay sane online, this one’s for you!! 

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On this episode of Chats from the Peak, we’re joined by our favorite girl Rhonda McLendon of Real Love Scenarios to talk all things love after 40! From dating with intention to healing past wounds, Rhonda shares her heart on staying hopeful, doing the inner work, and preparing for the right one—not just the next one!!!

Whether you’re navigating singleness, believing God for love, or just here for the girl talk—this episode is full of gems, laughs, and grown woman wisdom. Remember, your story isn’t over—and Mr. Right might just be around the corner!!!

Tune in if you’re ready for:
Dating with purpose in your 40s
Letting go of timelines & trusting the process
Believing in love after kissing a few toads

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On this Bonus episode of Chats from the Peak, we give our perspective on the unfortunate story of a popular fitness influencer who exposed her husband’s infidelity while 35 weeks pregnant—and lets just say, the internet had thoughts. We also read a listener letter we've been sitting on for quite some time from someone who witnessed something she wished she hadn't and is now faced with the  difficult choice to say something or not? 

As tough as this episode was, we’re talking cheating, loyalty, friendship boundaries, and what to do when you know what you know. 

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We all had a vision for what marriage would look like — the fairytale, the romance, the partnership. But what happens when that picture doesn’t match the reality? In this episode, Dr. Lara and Memi get real about unmet expectations in marriage — the silent frustrations, the emotional curveballs, and the growth that comes from disappointment.

Whether it’s lack of intimacy, uneven responsibilities, or just feeling unseen, we’re unpacking the moments where “forever” didn’t look how we thought it would and how to get unstuck. Tune in for a honest convo, a few laughs, and practical gems on how to navigate the gap between expectation and reality without losing yourself — or your relationship.

Because marriage isn’t just about the highs — it’s about how you handle the unexpected lows.

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We just love a couple that literally dances like no one is watching!!! They enjoy their own company, love being outside TOGETHER, and are looking forward to a life of fun and amazing memories! Ashli and Tobi’s love story may look perfect from the outside and even though it has been marked by deep commitment, they have stared in the face of heartbreak and devastating loss. Early in their relationship, Ashli lost her mother—a loss that could have easily shaken their foundation. But through grief and growth, they chose to stay rooted in love.

In this honest and hope-filled episode, they share how they navigated adversity, leaned on faith, and discovered that the grass isn’t greener somewhere else—it’s green where you choose to grow together. This episode dives into the emotional depth it takes to build a relationship on empathy, not comparison, how commitment doesn’t require perfection—just presence and the beauty of choosing your person, again and again, in the midst of real-life challenges
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Ashli and Tobi Ashli were both born and raised in Maryland are PG county natives. Tobi is a software engineer and Ashli is a Realtor in DC & MD, a lifestyle content creator and the CEO and founder of Grl Getter (@,Ggrl.getter) a community of women designated to being the intersection for connections, relationships and resources for the Grls . They also own a home staging business servicing MD, DC & VA. 

They enjoy trying new restaurants & frequenting their go to spots, traveling, staying fit and hobbies such as tennis and for Tobi playing chess. They also enjoy hosting friends and family over home cooked meals and really enjoyable conversation. Pouring into their loved ones is a priority for them.

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Tobi and his podcast @demfootballguys_

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In a culture that often celebrates situationships over commitment and labels marriage as "the end" instead of a beginning, this episode is a breath of fresh air. We sit down with Azu, Saxophone extraordinaire, who made the intentional decision to marry with purpose-- and isn't afraid to talk about it. He opens up about what led them to say yes, what is blocking this generation of men and why marriage is dope, purposeful, and powerful when you do it God's way

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In a world that constantly demands that Black women be strong, resilient, and unshakable—what does it really mean to be soft? In this powerful and freeing conversation, we sit down with Dr. Chanda and Chika Uwazie, the woman behind the phrase "soft life" to unpack its intended meaning, cultural misconceptions, and why reclaiming softness isn’t about luxury, laziness, or detachment—it’s about survival, healing, and wholeness.

We explore how the "strong Black woman" narrative has shaped our identity, the toll it takes on our mental health and relationships, and why softness is not weakness—it's resistance. Whether you're a boss, a mother, a wife, or all of the above, this episode will challenge you to redefine strength, embrace ease, and finally give yourself permission to be tender in a world that’s tried to harden you.

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