Season III. Episode 21- Air Date: Friday, December 27, 2024

The year ends with a BANG! Literally.

After witnessing the stunning Christmas performance on Netflix, we interrupt our regularly scheduled programming to explore the beauty and excellence of the Cowboy Carter show.

In this episode, Malena shares her appreciation of the lessons that Beyonce always teaches her PLUS the year is coming to a close and that means it’s time to set the standard for 2025.

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Season III. Episode 20- Air Date: Friday, December 20, 2024

It all seems so innocent, at first. A little eye gazing here and there, the complementing, the giggles the flirting. It’s all fun and games until it’s not! If you are in a long term relationship but you have one toe in the midst of another relationship, just know, someone is going to get hurt. It’s the name of the game when it comes to cheating or having an affair.

In this episode of the “Long Term Marriage and Everything in Between” series, Malena explores the underlying themes in the 2002 movie, “Unfaithful.” In this discussion we’ll break down the importance of setting boundaries in your long term relationship, and why self care is essential when it comes to not cheating on your spouse or partner.

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Season III. Episode 19- Air Date: Friday, December 13, 2024

“Long Term Marriage and Everything in Between Check In”

Happy Holidays!

This is not a drill! In preparation for episode VIII of our marriage series, Malena drops in to get things warmed back up AND to let you know she’s thinking about you and other things going on in the world since she last spoke to you + there are plans to continue the Long Term Marriage series.

Checking in, life updates and group chat are in order for this week’s episode. Tease for the next episode, Southwest Airlines, not staying at people's houses and celebrity foolishness is jam packed in this episode. Tune in!


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Season III. Episode 18- Air Date: Friday, April 26, 2024

We have already talked about how it is essential to be well groomed, keep yourself up and feel good when you are in a long term relationship. Not everyday will be a cat walk but it would behoove you to ensure that most days you are putting your best foot forward not just for your mate but for yourself.

In this episode, Malena shares what she does to ensure that self care is a priority over everything. Looking good and feeling good has many perks. Putting your health and a healthy image at the top of your list of priorities positively impacts every area of your life.

In the News & Noteworthy Convo this week, Malena shares her feelings for the new year, how she’s handling social media, North West’s banger and finally the Beyonce film, “Renaissance.”

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Season III. Episode 17- Air Date: Friday, December 15, 2023

Get comfortable doing what’s best for you and your partner, if you want a long term marriage. It’s about getting clear on your relationship goals, finding your rhythm and stripping away anything that derails you from the vision.

In this episode, Malena shares what it’s like to choose her relationship over everything else and how you must learn to weed out the people and activities that are the enemies of progress when it comes to thriving with your significant other.

In the News & Noteworthy Convo this week, Malena shares her feelings about missing Wendy Williams, a turning point in Britney Spears’s memoir, “The Woman in Me,” plus The Color Purple movie.

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Season III. Episode 16- Air Date: Friday, December 8, 2023

Being with the same person for a long period of time has its pros and cons. The longevity in a relationship can give off boring vibes but it doesn’t have to.

In this episode, Malena talks about in the beginning how challenging it was to see the relationship through. Being in a fulfilling relationship doesn’t take a lot of work, it simply requires dedication.

In the News & Noteworthy Convo this week, Malena gives an update about the Britney Spears memoir, “The Woman in Me,” a review about the new Goosebumps series on Disney Plus, why your preschooler needs a library card, and what she thought about the movie “Napoleon.”

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Season III. Episode 15- Air Date: Friday, October 27, 2023

The importance of dating and freely getting to know a person is what can make or break a long term relationship.

In this episode, Malena explores the benefits of actually dating your partner, in the beginning, and how this is often a solid foundation to build upon. Evolution also plays a key part in continuing on a path that is revolutionary to the well-being of a long term relationship.

In the News & Noteworthy Convo this week, Malena talks about the new Britney memoir and the rehash of dirty laundry plus she discusses Halloween plans and the fast pace of the seasons.

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Season III. Episode 14- Air Date: Friday, October 13, 2023

Part of being in a healthy and stable relationship is building a solid foundation. One that is steady and can withstand the tests of time.

In this episode, Malena shares the story of the first date and how that experience forever changed the trajectory of what she would expect from a relationship. It is essential to not rush or be anxious about anything. Know what you want and let everything play out as it should.

In the News & Noteworthy Convo this week, Malena acknowledges the attack on families and children of Gaza and Israel plus the absence of Lynn Goodman on Dancing with the Stars.

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In order to thrive in a long term marriage, there is always a little give and take. The most important factor is that we all need space if the plan is to grow together.

In this episode, Malena shares her story of dating, marriage and what no one tells you about being married to the same person for over 20 years. In the second part of this multi-part series, she will share how dating and the lack of social media and dating apps really helped her get to know the person, who she would be with forever.

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Season III. Episode 12- Air Date: Friday, September 22, 2023

It seems like everyone wants someone to love. In 2023, getting married is no longer the “ultimate goal” but having a relationship or someone to spend the rest of your life with is. Yes, the REST of YOUR LIFE! That can be a mighty long time.

In this marriage series, Malena shares her story of dating, marriage and what no one tells you about being married to the same person for over 20 years. In this multi-part series, we’ll take a deep dive into how the relationship began. Follow along for all the tea about the ups and downs of saying "I Do."