What if a video game could expose your communication style, your trauma response, and the way you really handle conflict in your relationship?In this episode of the Legacy Journeys Podcast, Liv and Mello Melanin break down how a simple Nintendo Switch game (Overcooked) turned into a powerful mirror for their marriage. What started as teamwork quickly revealed deeper issues around control, communication, defensiveness, and emotional safety.Liv opens up about a moment she regrets, what it taught her about her trauma response, and how childhood experiences still show up in adult relationships. Mello shares what it takes to stay present instead of shutting down when conflict gets uncomfortable. Together, they unpack the biggest lesson their therapist gave them: it’s not your way or my way… it’s "The Way of Us".If you are over 40, in a long-term relationship, engaged, or married and trying to grow without pretending everything is perfect, this episode is for you.In this episode, we discuss:• How conflict shows up in everyday moments• Trauma responses in marriage (fight, flight, or shutdown)• Why communication breaks down even when both people want the same thing• Emotional safety and “safe love” after years of survival mode• How to stop defending yourself and start building together***********Welcome to Legacy Journeys — Where Love, Life, and Laughter After 40 Take Center StageWe’re Liv and Mello, a real couple navigating the joys and challenges of love, marriage, and personal growth in midlife. On the Legacy Journeys Podcast, we spark honest conversations about dating, relationships, and building a fulfilling life together after 40. Our mission is to empower couples to deepen their connection, keep the spark alive, and leave a meaningful legacy.Every week, we bring you candid discussions, eye-opening stories, and practical wisdom on topics that matter: communication, intimacy, emotional wellness, and keeping your relationship fun — no matter your age.✅ Subscribe for new episodes filled with relatable moments, laughter, and insights.✅ Join our community of couples committed to creating lasting love.✨ Explore More:🌐 Website: http://www.LegacyJourneys.net🛍️ Merch: http://www.LegacyJourneys.net/Swag📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/LegacyJourneysPodcast📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/legacyjourneys🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@LegacyJourneysPodcastRemember: it’s never too late to write your best love story — let’s take this journey together.Music by DJ Pocket for Serious Knock EntertainmentChapters00:00 Intro05:23 The Long Game Announcement10:01 Overcooked Sparks a Real Argument15:37 Why Restarting the Game Hit a Nerve22:30 The Blow Up and Name Calling26:27 Therapy Insight: Fight vs Flight, The Way of Us

In this episode of the Legacy Journeys Podcast, Liv & Carlton get real about the conversations couples don’t always want to have...We unpack whether secrets shared by friends should stay private in marriage, react to the viral pastor conversation about women’s orgasms and sexual morality, and talk honestly about intimacy, desire, and connection in long-term relationships including what some people call “skinny sex.” This is grown-folk relationship talk about trust, boundaries, faith, pleasure, and what it really takes to stay emotionally and physically connected over time.Welcome to Legacy Journeys - Where Love, Life, and Laughter After 40 Take Center StageWe’re Liv and Mello, a real couple navigating the joys and challenges of love, marriage, and personal growth in midlife. On the Legacy Journeys Podcast, we spark honest conversations about dating, relationships, and building a fulfilling life together after 40. Our mission is to empower couples to deepen their connection, keep the spark alive, and leave a meaningful legacy.Every week, we bring you candid discussions, eye-opening stories, and practical wisdom on topics that matter: communication, intimacy, emotional wellness, and keeping your relationship fun - no matter your age.✅ Subscribe for new episodes filled with relatable moments, laughter, and insights.✅ Join our community of couples committed to creating lasting love.✨ Explore More:🌐 Website: http://www.LegacyJourneys.net🛍️ Merch: http://www.LegacyJourneys.net/Swag📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/LegacyJourneysPodcast📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/legacyjourneys🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@LegacyJourneysPodcastRemember: it’s never too late to write your best love story — let’s take this journey together.Music by DJ Pocket for Serious Knock EntertainmentChapters00:00 Intro05:30 The Long Game11:40 Sharing Friends’ Secrets22:10 Sex, Faith & Morality34:45 Skinny Sex Talk50:30 Final Thoughts & Call to Action

2025 was not an easy year. It challenged us emotionally, mentally, and relationally in ways we didn’t anticipate. In this episode, we sit down and honestly reflect on what the year demanded of us, what we had to release, and how those endings shaped who we are now.This is not a highlight reel. This is a real conversation about growth, loss, clarity, and evolution inside a marriage. We talk about the moments that forced reflection, the patterns that became impossible to ignore, and the lessons that only show up when life gets uncomfortable.If 2025 stretched you, tested you, or made you question things you thought were settled, this conversation is for you. Sometimes growth does not look like winning. Sometimes it looks like letting go and choosing to move forward anyway.Join us as we look back honestly and talk about what had to end so something stronger could begin.What did 2025 reveal to you?*********Welcome to Legacy Journeys — Where Love, Life, and Laughter After 40 Take Center StageWe’re Liv and Mello, a real couple navigating the joys and challenges of love, marriage, and personal growth in midlife. On the Legacy Journeys Podcast, we spark honest conversations about dating, relationships, and building a fulfilling life together after 40. Our mission is to empower couples to deepen their connection, keep the spark alive, and leave a meaningful legacy.Every week, we bring you candid discussions, eye-opening stories, and practical wisdom on topics that matter: communication, intimacy, emotional wellness, and keeping your relationship fun — no matter your age.✅ Subscribe for new episodes filled with relatable moments, laughter, and insights.✅ Join our community of couples committed to creating lasting love.✨ Explore More:🌐 Website: http://www.LegacyJourneys.net🛍️ Merch: http://www.LegacyJourneys.net/Swag📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/LegacyJourneysPodcast📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/legacyjourneys🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@LegacyJourneysPodcastRemember: it’s never too late to write your best love story — let’s take this journey together.Music by DJ Pocket for Serious Knock EntertainmentChapters00:00 Intro01:05 Welcome and holiday vibe03:10 January 3rd started the chaos06:45 Stroke, grief, and survival mode10:30 Money pressure and job loss15:20 Hospital scare and health wake up23:10 Boundaries, family, and freedom33:40 Lessons learned, 2026 mindset

Sometimes love doesn’t break.Sometimes it gets tested.In this episode, we pull back the curtain on a season we didn’t plan for but absolutely needed. We talk openly about our recent separation, the hard conversations we avoided for too long, and the uncomfortable truths we had to face about ourselves and our marriage.We don’t pretend we handled everything perfectly. We didn’t.But we also don’t regret the process.This experience forced us to identify the core issues we kept skating around, the patterns that kept showing up, and the work required to move forward with intention instead of emotion.This conversation is for couples who are:Navigating tension but still choosing commitmentWondering if struggle means failureLearning that love after the honeymoon phase requires courage, accountability, and growthWe didn’t quit on each other.We chose to pause, reflect, and recommit with clarity.If you’ve ever wondered whether hard seasons can actually strengthen love, this episode is for you.Welcome to Legacy Journeys... Where Love, Life, and Laughter After 40 Take Center StageWe’re Liv and Mello, a real couple navigating the joys and challenges of love, marriage, and personal growth in midlife. On the Legacy Journeys Podcast, we spark honest conversations about dating, relationships, and building a fulfilling life together after 40. Our mission is to empower couples to deepen their connection, keep the spark alive, and leave a meaningful legacy.Every week, we bring you candid discussions, eye-opening stories, and practical wisdom on topics that matter: communication, intimacy, emotional wellness, and keeping your relationship fun - no matter your age.✅ Subscribe for new episodes filled with relatable moments, laughter, and insights.✅ Join our community of couples committed to creating lasting love.✨ Explore More:🌐 Website: http://www.LegacyJourneys.net🛍️ Merch: http://www.LegacyJourneys.net/Swag📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/LegacyJourneysPodcast📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/legacyjourneys🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@LegacyJourneysPodcastRemember: it’s never too late to write your best love story -let’s take this journey together.Music by DJ Pocket for Serious Knock Entertainment

00:00 Intro01:05 We’re back and staying transparent03:10 One year married, almost didn’t05:15 The argument that triggered the split08:10 Faith, church, friends kept us steady12:10 Trauma patterns: fight, flight, freeze17:10 Therapy tools: breathe, inquire, regulate24:30 New identity, new marriage mindset

In this episode of the Legacy Journeys Podcast, Liv and Carlton explore marriage challenges with humor and honesty. They dive into the funny side of married life while keeping it real about what couples face daily. From communication mishaps to everyday misunderstandings, they remind us that love and laughter go hand in hand. Join the conversation as they share stories about married life that prove marriage ain’t for wimps.Welcome to Legacy Journeys - Where Love, Life, and Laughter After 40 Take Center StageWe’re Liv and Mello, a real couple navigating the joys and challenges of love, marriage, and personal growth in midlife. On the Legacy Journeys Podcast, we spark honest conversations about dating, relationships, and building a fulfilling life together after 40. Our mission is to empower couples to deepen their connection, keep the spark alive, and leave a meaningful legacy.Every week, we bring you candid discussions, eye-opening stories, and practical wisdom on topics that matter: communication, intimacy, emotional wellness, and keeping your relationship fun — no matter your age.✅ Subscribe for new episodes filled with relatable moments, laughter, and insights.✅ Join our community of couples committed to creating lasting love.✨ Explore More:🌐 Website: http://www.LegacyJourneys.net🛍️ Merch: http://www.LegacyJourneys.net/Swag📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/LegacyJourneysPodcast📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/legacyjourneys🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@LegacyJourneysPodcastRemember: it’s never too late to write your best love story — let’s take this journey together.Music by DJ Pocket for Serious Knock Entertainment

Chapters0:00 Intro: Marriage Ain’t Easy2:50 Marriage Gets Real4:30 Why We Bicker Over Nothing6:20 R. Kelly, Morris Day, and Marriage10:20 When Family Drama Hits the Marriage16:50 Letting Go of Family for Peace26:00 Protecting Your Energy and Each Other50:40 Closing Thoughts: Love, Therapy, and Growth

Hey Legacy Journeys fam! In this powerful episode of Numerology & Manifestation Part: A Fun Guide to Destiny & Soul Numbers, we go beyond the basics. We cover your Destiny Number, Heart/Soul Urge Number, Personality Number, House Number, and Personal Year Number, each offering a unique lens into your purpose, desires, and year ahead.Want to discover which number rules your core identity or what this year has in store for you? Whether you’re exploring numerology for the first time or you’ve been following us, this episode is packed with insight. Don’t just guess your vibes... know them. Drop your numbers in the comments and tell us which one surprised you the most!Welcome to Legacy Journeys — Where Love, Life, and Laughter After 40 Take Center StageWe’re Liv and Mello, a real couple navigating the joys and challenges of love, marriage, and personal growth in midlife. On the Legacy Journeys Podcast, we spark honest conversations about dating, relationships, and building a fulfilling life together after 40. Our mission is to empower couples to deepen their connection, keep the spark alive, and leave a meaningful legacy.Every week, we bring you candid discussions, eye-opening stories, and practical wisdom on topics that matter: communication, intimacy, emotional wellness, and keeping your relationship fun — no matter your age.✅ Subscribe for new episodes filled with relatable moments, laughter, and insights.✅ Join our community of couples committed to creating lasting love.✨ Explore More:🌐 Website: http://www.LegacyJourneys.net🛍️ Merch: http://www.LegacyJourneys.net/Swag📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/LegacyJourneysPodcast📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/legacyjourneys🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@LegacyJourneysPodcastRemember: it’s never too late to write your best love story — let’s take this journey together.Music by DJ Pocket for Serious Knock EntertainmentChapters:0:00 Intro1:26 Welcome & show mission5:35 Part 2 kickoff12:01 Destiny Number explained21:53 Soul/Heart Urge basics32:25 Personality Number decoded37:26 House Number energy45:03 Personal Year overview46:27 Year 6 themes51:09 Numerology Takeaways

Tyler Perry is back with another wild ride: Beauty In Black. And yes, Liv & Mello sat through BOTH seasons so you don’t have to wonder what’s really going on. In this Legacy Journeys review, we break down the highs, the lows, and the messy middle of Tyler Perry’s Netflix drama.From the cut-throat beauty business, to seriously twisted family feud, to the heavy themes of power, money, and betrayal, this show gave us plenty to talk about. We’ll share what hit home for us, what made us roll our eyes, and why Tyler Perry always manages to spark conversation in the Black community.If you love unapologetic reviews, real talk about relationships, and a little humor mixed in with the drama, you’re in the right place.Watch this before you binge Beauty In Black or if you already did, come laugh and debate with us.#BeautyInBlack #TylerPerry #LegacyJourneysPodcastWelcome to Legacy Journeys — Where Love, Life, and Laughter After 40 Take Center StageWe’re Liv and Mello, a real couple navigating the joys and challenges of love, marriage, and personal growth in midlife. On the Legacy Journeys Podcast, we spark honest conversations about dating, relationships, and building a fulfilling life together after 40. Our mission is to empower couples to deepen their connection, keep the spark alive, and leave a meaningful legacy.Every week, we bring you candid discussions, eye-opening stories, and practical wisdom on topics that matter: communication, intimacy, emotional wellness, and keeping your relationship fun — no matter your age.✅ Subscribe for new episodes filled with relatable moments, laughter, and insights.✅ Join our community of couples committed to creating lasting love.✨ Explore More:🌐 Website: http://www.LegacyJourneys.net🛍️ Merch: http://www.LegacyJourneys.net/Swag📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/LegacyJourneysPodcast📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/legacyjourneys🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@LegacyJourneysPodcastRemember: it’s never too late to write your best love story — let’s take this journey together.Music by DJ Pocket for Serious Knock Entertainment

Chapters0:00 Preview1:04 Legacy Journeys intro3:29 How we got pulled into Beauty In Black9:04 Main characters & family drama22:04 Wildest plot twists (spoilers)32:03 Kimmy’s rise to power33:55 Season 2 breakdown & open questions48:08 Final thoughts

Hey there, wonderful souls! Welcome back to The Legacy Journeys Podcast!In this light-hearted, uplifting episode, "Numerology & Manifestation", we have a playful chat about how both your birthdate and your name might hold little clues about who you are—and even point you toward your life’s purpose.What You’ll Learn Today:-What numerology really is, and why people use something called the Pythagorean (or modern) numerology system (yep, it has ancient roots—Egypt, anyone?).-How to read your numerology chart, and what your birth number says about your personality.-The scoop on Life Path Numbers—how they’re calculated and why they matter.-Why Master Numbers like 11, 22, or 33 aren’t “reduced” (hint: they carry special energy!).We'll also talk about how to use your numbers—not just to understand yourself, but to manifest what you truly want in life as a couple.Oh, and in case you’re wondering what our Life Path Numbers are:Liv’s is 8 — known for abundance, strength, and building legacies.Mello’s is 33 — a Master Number all about compassion, teaching, and uplifting others.We’ll offer practical tips on how to lean into your number’s strengths—and have some fun doing it. If you're curious about how to manifest as a couple, one number at a time, you’re in the right place.So grab your favorite beverage, get cozy with your partner, and let’s manifest some joy, purpose, and a whole lot of love together.Hit subscribe, leave us a comment with your number, and let the journey continue. Together, we’re embracing now, exploring the next, and evolving our relationships—one number at a time.******Welcome to Legacy Journeys — Where Love, Life, and Laughter After 40 Take Center StageWe’re Liv and Mello, a real couple navigating the joys and challenges of love, marriage, and personal growth in midlife. On the Legacy Journeys Podcast, we spark honest conversations about dating, relationships, and building a fulfilling life together after 40. Our mission is to empower couples to deepen their connection, keep the spark alive, and leave a meaningful legacy.Every week, we bring you candid discussions, eye-opening stories, and practical wisdom on topics that matter: communication, intimacy, emotional wellness, and keeping your relationship fun — no matter your age.✅ Subscribe for new episodes filled with relatable moments, laughter, and insights.✅ Join our community of couples committed to creating lasting love.✨ Explore More:🌐 Website: http://www.LegacyJourneys.net🛍️ Merch: http://www.LegacyJourneys.net/Swag📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/LegacyJourneysPodcast📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/legacyjourneys🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@LegacyJourneysPodcastRemember: it’s never too late to write your best love story — let’s take this journey together.Music by DJ Pocket for Serious Knock Entertainment

R.I.P. Andrea Olivia Mincey | Legacy Journeys Podcast – Liv & MelloThis week on the Legacy Journeys Podcast, Liv and Mello take you inside the whirlwind of the past two weeks—a mix of grief, family drama, and rebirth. After back-to-back funerals for two of Mello’s uncles in Atlanta, the couple opens up about what it means to laugh through grief, navigate family dysfunction, and find healing in the middle of chaos.Funerals bring out a lot of emotions, and we talk about how moments of sadness often collide with humor when families come together. It’s proof that even in the middle of funerals and grief, there can still be joy and laughter.But the heart of this episode centers around Liv. For years she’s been open about feeling like the family punching bag in the Mincey household. After enduring years of toxic family dynamics, she finally decided it was time to step away. Cutting ties with family isn’t easy, especially when it’s the family you grew up with—but sometimes it’s the only path to peace.Liv shares what it’s been like to move through isolation and find her voice apart from the toxic relatives who kept her small. She explains how leaving behind the name Andrea Olivia Mincey has become more than just a decision—it’s a rebirth. By embracing her married name, Andrea Olivia Lewis, she’s claimed her identity, her freedom, and her healing. It’s a story about rebirth after trauma and the courage to choose yourself when others won’t.We also dive into how isolation and healing can actually create space for growth, and why some people may feel guilty about cutting ties with family—but need to do it anyway. When you stop living under the weight of dysfunction and estrangement, you open the door to discovering who you really are.Of course, this isn’t just a heavy conversation. As always, Liv and Mello find the humor in the middle of the mess. This is what makes the Legacy Journeys Podcast unique: we tackle big topics like family estrangement, toxic family stories, and grief—but we do it with the kind of laughter only a married couple over 40 can bring. It’s part of what makes this show a true funny couple podcast that connects with listeners on a deeper level.So if you’ve ever:Struggled with family dysfunctionWondered what happens when you finally say goodbye to toxic relativesNeeded proof that marriage over 40 can be full of love, laughter, and real talkOr wanted to see what a true rebirth story looks like...…then this episode is for you.✨ Join the conversation in the comments: Have you ever had to leave behind toxic family relationships? What did your own rebirth look like? How do you balance grief and laughter when life throws everything at once?Welcome to Legacy Journeys — Where Love, Life, and Laughter After 40 Take Center StageWe’re Liv and Mello, a real couple navigating the joys and challenges of love, marriage, and personal growth in midlife. On the Legacy Journeys Podcast, we spark honest conversations about dating, relationships, and building a fulfilling life together after 40. Our mission is to empower couples to deepen their connection, keep the spark alive, and leave a meaningful legacy.Every week, we bring you candid discussions, eye-opening stories, and practical wisdom on topics that matter: communication, intimacy, emotional wellness, and keeping your relationship fun — no matter your age.✅ Subscribe for new episodes filled with relatable moments, laughter, and insights.✅ Join our community of couples committed to creating lasting love.✨ Explore More:🌐 Website: http://www.LegacyJourneys.net🛍️ Merch: http://www.LegacyJourneys.net/Swag📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/LegacyJourneysPodcast📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/legacyjourneys🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@LegacyJourneysPodcastRemember: it’s never too late to write your best love story — let’s take this journey together.Music by DJ Pocket for Serious Knock Entertainment

In this powerful episode of the Legacy Journeys Podcast, your hosts Liv and Mello open up about a side of family life most people never talk about. Liv shares her deeply personal experience of being the family scapegoat for years — blamed, isolated, and treated as the “punching bag” for generational pain. Together, Liv and Mello unpack the toxic family dynamics that can destroy trust and connection, diving into emotional neglect, manipulation, and betrayal from the very people meant to protect you. This is more than just Liv’s story — it’s a conversation for anyone who’s faced toxic relatives, family isolation, or emotional abuse at home. You’ll hear how Liv is breaking free from destructive patterns, reclaiming her peace, and setting boundaries to protect her mental health. If you’ve ever been hurt by family but fought to heal, this episode will hit home.We’re Liv and Carlton (aka Mello Melanin), a real couple navigating the joys and challenges of love, marriage, and personal growth in midlife. On the Legacy Journeys Podcast, we spark honest conversations about dating, relationships, and building a fulfilling life together after 40. Our mission is to empower couples to deepen their connection, keep the spark alive, and leave a meaningful legacy.Every week, we bring you candid discussions, eye-opening stories, and practical wisdom on topics that matter: communication, intimacy, emotional wellness, and keeping your relationship fun — no matter your age.✅ Subscribe for new episodes filled with relatable moments, laughter, and insights.✅ Join our community of couples committed to creating lasting love.✨ Explore More:🌐 Website: http://www.LegacyJourneys.net🛍️ Merch: http://www.LegacyJourneys.net/Swag📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/LegacyJourneysPodcast📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/legacyjourneys🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@LegacyJourneysPodcastRemember: it’s never too late to write your best love story — let’s take this journey together.Music by DJ Pocket for Serious Knock Entertainment