Love and Rice

Some grandparents can't wait to retire to help out with your kids and there's other grandparents that want no part of raising your child. In this episode, Ant and Christina share their stories with how lucky some parents are blessed to have help and others, not so much. As they dive deep into the explanations of why some don't offer to help, this episode may bring some understanding to the parents who struggle with why grandparents are the way they are.

What amount should men spend on a date? As Ant and Christina break down the costs of dates, we find out if women actually care for the need of a man spending a lot of money. Listen to this episode to find out what women want and what they actually look for in a date.

In this deeply heartfelt episode, we dive into the sensitive and often misunderstood topic of miscarriage. Christina shares her experience and untold story of going through a miscarriage and how such a tough loss is extremely hard to get over. From the details of the night it happened to the healing process, we discuss the complexities of grief, including the range of emotions that may arise, from shock and sadness to guilt and anger. Whether you have personally experienced miscarriage or want to better understand how to support a loved one who has, this episode offers a safe space for reflection, healing, and understanding as we navigate the complex terrain of loss and resilience.

Is reconnecting with your ex a great idea or bad idea? Ant and Christina open up about about past relationships and share the details about trying to reconnect with their exes. In this episode, we find out what is the best way and how long you should wait before talking to your ex again. Also, should your partner be jealous if you're still friends with your ex?

Why do men think women are clingy and how can women nurture their partners without overstepping boundaries? In this episode, Ant and Christina break down the complexities of emotional expression and attachment styles, that can impact and create expectations that may shape perceptions of clinginess.

When is the best time to move in with your partner? Should it be before or after marriage? Who should pay the rent or mortgage? As inflation continues to rise, is it ok to move your partner into your parents house? In today's episode, Ant and Christina share their personal details of what it was like moving in together before marriage. From financial hardships to being comfortable living with future in laws, this is an episode you don't want to miss!

Christina shares what it costs financially to be a stay at home mom. From giving up a high paying career to figuring out how long your partner can support the situation, Ant and Christina break down all the pros and cons. How does being a stay at home mom affect the father and is it worth it?

In this episode, Ant opens up about his best friend being murdered the day he was suppose to meet with him. Join us as Ant and Christina share how they overcame such tragedies and how long it affected them before they could find peace. From Ant's four tragedies in the same month to Christina's domestic abuse, they share the stories of their experiences in hopes that others will never have to go through the same challenges that would effect them forever.

If you or know someone who is involved in domestic abuse, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1 (800) 799-7233.

In this episode, Ant shares his experience of moving out one week after his 18th birthday and the mistakes he learned along the way. In the Asian culture, young adults stay home with their parents longer than the average American. How long is too long? Find out the best time to move out and what needs to be done to survive independence to have a great life and be financially stable.

In this episode, we break down the differences between low maintenance friends and high maintenance friends. As we discuss what type of friends we are, we also discuss how much effort and time is needed to keep good relationships with friends.