Love or Work

This creative couple married young and started an innovation studio called: We Are Curio. They share about how they have had to throw away traditional gender roles and instead do what they each are good at. As a creative, Jason talks about the importance of managing his energy by scheduling his time so he can stay healthy inside the hustle and grind of life. They remind us that we each get to write our story of love and work and family. These two give such practical advice that opens the door to more freedom and creativity in your partnership. Enjoy!!

Episode 69, we are Sitting with the Suttons! CC and Tristen are native Houstonians. They are Love & Lifestyle Enthusiasts, Foodie Socialites, and Small Business Advocates. They've been married 10 years, and they use social media and radio to inspire, share and support their community. The Suttons are on a mission to make marriage great again. They aren't afraid to dive into the hard questions, from race to submission to work-life balance.

In Episode 68, we hear from Emily and Chris Norton. He had a 3% chance of ever walking again...and he did.. for 7 yards. She walked those Seven Longest Yards by his side. This is their story. A story about learning that your lowest moments can be the source of your greatest gifts.

They are trying to change the stigma of mental health issues and talk about the importance of getting help. Her story of depression is a beautiful example of learning herself and finding faith again.

Also, if you are interested in foster care or adoption, their story will inspire hope. You really don’t want to miss this amazing couple’s story.

This week Jeff and Andre discuss an article from the Harvard Business Review written by Jennifer Petriglieri, who also wrote the book Couples that Work. Dual career couples are on the rise. Now 63% of couples with kids both partners work. There is little guidance for these couples, and Jeff and Andre want to talk about it. They discuss the three transition points that every couple must face throughout their working years. This podcast is for couples in every age and stage. We promise you will learn something new!

Episode 66. We hope you're ready to laugh because this duo has jokes. Today, you get the chance to meet Jess and Jake Ekstrom. Jess is the Founder of Headbands of Hope (as seen on Forbes, The Today Show, Good Morning America, and more). She is also the author of 'Chasing the Bright Side' (available for pre-order now - link below). In this season of life, Jake is supporting Jess and her dream, which is actually a part of their dream.

The Ekstroms have committed to living in airstream for two years! Yes, they are traveling, but the purpose of this adventure is to spend endless time together, tour Children's hospitals across the country with Headbands of Hope, and launch the 'Chasing the Bright Side' book!

This week, we interview Jarrett and Jeanne Stevens! These dear friends have been married for 23 years and have so much wisdom packed into this episode! They share about how productivity can replace intimacy, how you can run hard and forget to rest, and the importance of learning to exercise your “no muscle.” They didn’t hold back in sharing their life-changing moments in their marriage, which was vulnerable and beautiful. Lastly, we learned a new phrase: “the clean agreement.” You don’t want to miss this one!

Join us today for a special episode. We will be learning from our friends Chelsea Sabo and Amanda van Dalen. Both women are single foster parents, and they share about the beauty of parenting, the journey of adoption through foster care, and tips on how to support a foster family along with the trauma and sorrow that is also a part of the story. If you're interested in fostering, this is a great episode to learn about the realities, good and bad. Amanda and Chelsea both share resources that have helped them along the journey, too!

In Episode 63, Jeff and Andre are back again answering your questions! Hear about how they celebrate big and small accomplishments, how they plan their CRAZY schedules, how to support a partner after surgery, and more!

In episode 62, Meet Lyndie and Chris Carneal! They are the Founders of Booster, a school fundraising company on a mission to change the world through character development and unique programming. Chris and Lyndie have been married for 17 years. Chris first noticed Lyndie in 8th grade, and they solidified their friendship through college. The duo now has four kids and they live a life of intentional purpose, from the goals they set together (ie: the 150 meals) to the Life Excel spreadsheet they share (don't worry, we will get into that).

Chris and Lyndie are incredibly fun, together and separate. They share with us all what it's like when one person in a couple is high intensity and programs out most aspects of their life, while the other needs a little more downtime. It's incredibly relatable, and we think you'll be encouraged and challenged in this episode!

In Episode 61, we meet Tina and Frank Fernandez. Tina is the Executive Director of Achieve Atlanta and Frank is the Senior Vice President of The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation. This duo met at Harvard and have been married for 22 years. The Fernandez family is rooted in traditions from their annual new years day hike to their family vacations (ie: 25 people in one house). Tina and Frank also touch on the importance of having a common definition of purpose, and they discuss the distinction of raising kids who recognize their privilege but don't operate out of entitlement. Join us, listen to the end, and learn with us!