Off The Cuff

Classic Off The Cuff energy: we open with a spicy gym rant (teen packs camping on machines, phones, no re-rack, no wipe-down), pivot into a real conversation about reframing the past so it stops hijacking your present, and wrap with a laugh-out-loud coaching moment involving a “mysteriously sticky” court… that wasn’t the court. It’s part etiquette PSA, part mindset reset, and totally us—honest, useful, and a little unfiltered.

We talk:
— Gym etiquette 101: share the space, re-rack, clean your station, respect others’ focus
— Personal growth vs. main-character energy: you’re not the only one in the room
— Rewriting old stories: does clinging to “being right” help—or keep you stuck?
— Self-validation in marriage: support, perspective, and not needing a referee
— Letting go without “letting them off the hook”
— Coaching sideline humor: the shoe-traction pad we thought was a dirty floor

ABOUT US:
Ashley and Justin DeWeese are co-hosts, coaches, and your favorite brutally honest couple. On Off The Cuff, they bring straight-talk, humor, and strategy to the real conversations most people avoid. No fluff. No filters. Just a bold push toward a life you actually want.

CONNECT WITH US:
📲 Couples Mentorship: @theforgedcouple
📲 Ashley’s Instagram: @ashley_deweese
📲 Justin’s Instagram: @thejustindeweese
📲 Facebook: @ashley.r.deweese

Season 2 as cross-country parents starts with a hard truth: our seventh grader set his sights on the school two-mile record (14:33)… and crossed the line at 14:59. We walk through the finish-line emotions, why we refuse to shrink goals to “protect” our kids, and how to validate disappointment without erasing real progress. From heat, hills, and course context to conviction that looks a little “delusional,” this is a playbook for parenting competitors, leading yourself, and adjusting the timeline—not the dream.

We talk:

— Post-race conversations: acknowledge the sting, then zoom out

— Context vs. the clock: heat, hills, course, and pacing realities

— Progress over perfection: shaving time, moving up the pack, feeling stronger

— Raising competitors without rescuing them from discomfort

— Public goals, accountability, and the courage to keep saying it out loud

— Identity first: habits and mental conditioning that outlast a single race

ABOUT US:

Ashley and Justin DeWeese are co-hosts, coaches, and your favorite brutally honest couple. On Off The Cuff, they bring straight-talk, humor, and strategy to the real conversations most people avoid. No fluff. No filters. Just a bold push toward a life you actually want.

CONNECT WITH US:

📲 Couples Mentorship: @theforgedcouple

📲 Ashley’s Instagram: @ashley_deweese

📲 Justin’s Instagram: @thejustindeweese

📲 Facebook: @ashley.r.deweese

This episode is a rollercoaster—in true Off The Cuff fashion. We kick things off with Ashley’s gym frustrations, explore the disturbing real-life documentary that left us both stunned, and close out with why this season of coaching volleyball has us feeling more fired up and fulfilled than ever.

It’s part rant, part reflection, and all real life. From the unexpected ways your environment shapes your standards, to family dynamics, teen mental health, and finding purpose outside your comfort zone—this one covers it all.

We talk:
— Gym etiquette (or lack thereof) and Ashley’s PSA for leg curl loiterers
— Universal truths, unspoken expectations, and why they still matter
— The mind-blowing Netflix documentary “The Girl from the Unknown Number”
— Cyberbullying, toxic parenting, and the blurred line between mental illness and accountability
— Why coaching teen girls is stretching us, growing us, and lighting us up
— The power of doing something outside your lane that reignites your fire

If you’ve been feeling annoyed, stuck, or a little soul-suffocated lately—this episode is your nudge to find something that challenges you, connects you, and reminds you of what matters.

ABOUT US:
Ashley and Justin DeWeese are co-hosts, coaches, and your favorite brutally honest couple. On Off The Cuff, they bring straight-talk, humor, and strategy to the real conversations most people avoid. No fluff. No filters. Just a bold push toward a life you actually want.

CONNECT WITH US:
📲 Couples Mentorship: @theforgedcouple
📲 Ashley’s Instagram: @ashley_deweese
📲 Justin’s Instagram: @thejustindeweese
📲 Facebook: @ashley.r.deweese

What starts as a light-hearted banter about Taylor and Travis (yes, still obsessed) turns into one of our most honest convos yet on mental health, self-care, and why so many people are still waiting for something outside of themselves to “fix it.”

We break down the real tools that actually help—and why most people know what to do but aren’t doing it. From coaching high school girls under pressure to calling out the over-prescription culture we live in, this episode will challenge you to stop outsourcing your strength and start taking radical responsibility for your well-being.

We talk:
— Why Taylor + Travis is still our favorite escape from the dumpster fire of the world
— The post-game convo that revealed what girls (and women) are really carrying
— The simple daily practices that dramatically shift your mental health
— Why self-care isn’t Netflix and margaritas
— The difference between support and dependence—and why that matters
— How to stop outsourcing your power and actually take control

If you’re tired of bandaid solutions, sick of feeling stuck, or know you need to take better care of yourself—this one’s your wake-up call.

ABOUT US:
Ashley and Justin DeWeese are co-hosts, coaches, and your favorite brutally honest couple. On Off The Cuff, they bring straight-talk, humor, and strategy to the real conversations most people avoid. No fluff. No filters. Just a bold push toward a life you actually want.

CONNECT WITH US:
📲 Couples Mentorship: @theforgedcouple
📲 Ashley’s Instagram: @ashley_deweese
📲 Justin’s Instagram: @thejustindeweese
📲 Facebook: @ashley.r.deweese

IN THIS EPISODE:
What starts as a fun back-and-forth about bedtime routines and Sesame Street somehow turns into one of the most meaningful convos we've had about leadership, growth, and the stories we tell ourselves about what we’re “qualified” to do.

Ashley opens up about what it’s really been like stepping into her new role as head varsity volleyball coach—and why saying yes to something that scared her ended up being the best decision she could’ve made.

We talk:
— Why Ashley almost didn’t go for the coaching role (and how she finally said yes)
— The biggest lessons we’ve learned in our first 3 weeks as a coaching duo
— How high school girls are forcing us to level up emotionally, mentally, and relationally
— Why credentials don’t matter as much as passion, preparation, and presence
— What this experience is revealing about our own growth, leadership styles, and purpose

If you’ve ever doubted whether you’re “ready” for the next thing, this episode is your reminder that readiness isn’t the goal—growth is. And sometimes the thing you think you’re not qualified for is exactly the thing you’re meant to do.

ABOUT US:
Ashley and Justin DeWeese are co-hosts, coaches, and your favorite brutally honest couple. On Off The Cuff, they bring straight-talk, humor, and strategy to the real conversations most people avoid. No fluff. No filters. Just a bold push toward a life you actually want.

CONNECT WITH US:
📲 Couples Mentorship: @theforgedcouple
📲 Ashley’s Instagram: @ashley_deweese
📲 Justin’s Instagram: @thejustindeweese
📲 Facebook: @ashley.r.deweese

This one’s part Swifty tangent, part volleyball coaching update, and a full-on reminder that how you show up—online or in-person—matters more than you think. Ashley shares a powerful moment at the gym that left her (almost) in tears and reminds us that people are always watching… even when you don’t know it.

We talk:

— Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, and why the DeWeese family can’t stop watching

— Why we took on varsity volleyball coaching (and what it’s teaching us)

— The levels of personal development that impact everyone around you

— Ashley’s unexpected compliment—and the woman who remembered her from years ago

— The power of encouragement and taking ownership of your influence

If you’ve ever wondered if your effort matters, this episode is your proof that it does—and that you never know who’s being changed just by watching you keep going.

ABOUT US:

Ashley and Justin DeWeese are co-hosts, coaches, and your favorite brutally honest couple. On Off The Cuff, they bring straight-talk, humor, and strategy to the real conversations most people avoid. No fluff. No filters. Just a bold push toward a life you actually want.

CONNECT WITH US:

📲 Couples Mentorship: @theforgedcouple

📲 Ashley’s Instagram: @ashley_deweese

📲 Justin’s Instagram: @thejustindeweese

📲 Facebook: @ashley.r.deweese

What starts as a reel about fishing turns into a full-blown debate about billion-dollar cruises, hypothetical jail time, and whether Ashley would survive two years behind bars without knowing why (spoiler: she would not).

This one is part hilarious couple banter, part deep dive into sacrifice, values, and what it really means to do hard things when the outcome isn’t guaranteed.

We talk:

— The cruise conversation that went sideways

— Would YOU send your spouse to jail if it meant financial freedom?

— How men and women weigh sacrifice differently

— Why knowing the details doesn’t always help

— Trust, resentment, and faith in the process (even when it hurts)

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Is this worth it?”—this episode is the gut check you didn’t know you needed.

ABOUT US:

Ashley and Justin DeWeese are co-hosts, coaches, and your favorite brutally honest couple. On Off The Cuff, they bring straight-talk, humor, and strategy to the real conversations most people avoid. No fluff. No filters. Just a bold push toward a life you actually want.

CONNECT WITH US:

📲 Couples Mentorship: @theforgedcouple

📲 Ashley’s Instagram: @ashley_deweese

📲 Justin’s Instagram: @thejustindeweese

📲 Facebook: @ashley.r.deweese

This one’s part hilarious marital squabble, part heartfelt call-up to trust yourself. We’re diving into calendar neuroses (yes, it’s a thing), why overthinking keeps you stuck, and the moment Ashley went from sideline mom to head volleyball coach—despite all the doubts screaming no.

We talk:
— Why confidence isn’t about qualifications
— The chaos of stepping into something before you feel “ready”
— What Justin calls “irrational self-belief” and why you need more of it
— The mental tabs Ashley keeps open at all times
— Coaching teens, co-parenting, and committing to big decisions—together

If you’ve been sitting on the edge of something big (or scary), this episode is your push. Because sometimes, the very fact that the opportunity is in front of you means it’s yours.

ABOUT US:
Ashley and Justin DeWeese are co-hosts, coaches, and your favorite brutally honest couple. On Off The Cuff, they bring straight-talk, humor, and strategy to the real conversations most people avoid. No fluff. No filters. Just a bold push toward a life you actually want.

CONNECT WITH US:
📲 Couples Mentorship: @theforgedcouple
📲 Ashley’s Instagram: @ashley_deweese
📲 Justin’s Instagram: @thejustindeweese
📲 Facebook: @ashley.r.deweese

This one’s equal parts hilarious, spicy, and painfully honest. Ashley and Justin riff on turning 50, mall walks as foreplay, and the surprisingly deep connection between physical fitness and emotional intimacy. From the vulnerability of sending (or not sending) spicy bathtub selfies to navigating silence in marriage, this episode dives into why self-awareness and self-trust matter just as much in the bedroom as they do in the gym.We talk:— Why Ashley sends bathtub pics (and why she didn’t used to)— What body image and rejection have to do with intimacy— The secret signs your partner’s mad (hint: no bath selfies = red flag)— The “spicy photo” conversation you’re probably not having— Why self-development might be the ultimate foreplayWhether you’re working on your relationship, your body, or just trying to understand your partner better—this one’s for anyone who’s ever struggled to feel seen, sexy, and supported.ABOUT US:Ashley and Justin DeWeese are co-hosts, coaches, and your favorite brutally honest couple. On Off The Cuff, they bring straight-talk, humor, and strategy to the real conversations most people avoid. No fluff. No filters. Just a bold push toward a life you actually want.CONNECT WITH US:📲 Couples Mentorship: @theforgedcouple📲 Ashley’s Instagram: @ashley_deweese📲 Justin’s Instagram: @thejustindeweese📲 Facebook: @ashley.r.deweese

IN THIS EPISODE:

We’re keeping it raw and real as we unpack the messy behind-the-scenes leading up to our 15th wedding anniversary. From love languages and clashing expectations to the pressure of milestone moments, this one dives into the uncomfortable truths about communication—and how personal growth can both help and complicate the process.

We talk:

— How unmet expectations can trigger deeper stuff

— The pressure (and politics) of who plans the anniversary

— When past relationships sneak into your current arguments

— Why loving each other means doing the work...again

— That moment you realize it’s not all their fault (ugh, growth)

Whether you’re in year one or year fifteen, this episode is for anyone trying to navigate love, connection, and communication without losing themselves in the process.

ABOUT US:

Ashley and Justin DeWeese are co-hosts, coaches, and your favorite brutally honest couple. On Off The Cuff, they bring straight-talk, humor, and strategy to the real conversations most people avoid. No fluff. No filters. Just a bold push toward a life you actually want.

CONNECT WITH US:

📲 Couples Mentorship: @theforgedcouple

📲 Ashley’s Instagram: @ashley_deweese

📲 Justin’s Instagram: @thejustindeweese

📲 Facebook: @ashley.r.deweese