Running In Slow Motion with Sidney & Tamra Smith

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Episode 47 - Alright… Now We’re Back

This week, Sidney and Tamra settle back into their rhythm and remind the Runners what the show feels like when life starts moving forward again. After a heavy season, the conversation shifts back to the real, everyday push and pull of marriage, mindset, and figuring things out in real time.

Sidney reflects on getting his footing back and what it looks like to return to routine after life throws you off your game. Tamra brings her steady perspective to the table, keeping things grounded while the two of them slide naturally back into the back-and-forth chemistry listeners have come to love.

Together, they talk through the small adjustments that come with getting back in motion — from marriage check-ins to mindset resets — and why sometimes the biggest wins are simply finding your rhythm again.

Of course, it wouldn’t be Running In Slow Motion without the real-life moments along the way: honest reactions, playful disagreement, and the lived-in energy that makes this pod feel like home.

Real, conversational, and fully back in stride — this one’s for anybody who knows that progress isn’t always loud… sometimes it just sounds like, “Alright… now we’re back.”

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Episode 46 — I Didn’t Disappear, I Was Depressed

This week, Sidney and Tamra open up about the real reason behind their four-month absence, and why sometimes the hardest battles are the ones nobody sees. Sidney gets honest about how his depression quietly crept in, what the early warning signs looked like, and how it started affecting everything from the gym to daily life.

Tamra shares what it’s like watching someone you love go through that kind of shift, and how support, patience, and honest conversations became essential during a heavy season. Together, they talk about the difference between being tired and being truly overwhelmed,  and why paying attention to the small changes matters more than we think.

Of course, it wouldn’t be Running In Slow Motion without real-life moments along the way: marriage check-ins, mindset shifts, and the push-pull of trying to keep moving forward when life feels heavy.

Honest, vulnerable, and grounded — this one’s for anybody who’s ever had to keep showing up while quietly carrying more than people realize.

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Hey Runners! Still holiday shopping. Please enjoy this runback.

Comedy special, Misunderstood, dropped and Spring Break is over. We are back with another fun episode. Tamra and Sidney try to discuss dealing with aging parents and the residual hubris. Sidney loves the support his comedy special "Misunderstood" has received on YouTube. And they both have enjoyed learning about handles, such as Dr. Slippery Fist. And how to friends deal with their homeboys toxic relationship and girlfriend?

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Hey Runners! We'll be back next week. Enjoy your this week's replay.

In this episode, we explore the reasons behind needing excessive sleep: is it a symptom of depression or a sign that your body needs a mental and physical reset? Tamra shares her journey of forming healthy relationships with female friends despite having poor role models as a child. We also examine whether men value respect over love in relationships and if women prioritize safety over love. Join us for an insightful discussion on these crucial topics.

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Hey Runners! Happy Thanksgiving! Be safe...eat that turkey...take naps. See you next week!

Today, Sidney and Tamra discuss what inspires them to push pass all of the daily bs, to achieve their individual goals. Also, what makes the every day parent continue to do the same every day shit? And why is Sidney sacrificing teachers to students. What in life inspires you?

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Hey Runners! I’m prepping to hit the stage this weekend—play one of our faves and we’ll be back next week!

This week, Tamra and Sidney are back. A few thoughts for you Runners: got an insecure spouse and hiding old relationship stuff to keep the peace? Let’s talk about real trust. Your spouse’s close friend cheats, then, what do you do? Role-playing out there and trying to bring sexy back (we’ll let you guess). Why being business partners in marriage keeps the house sane. Tamra’s first week back teaching—huge love to everyone who donated supplies. Shout-out to the teachers who changed our lives. And careers aren’t a competition—how to cheer wins without keeping score.

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Episode 45 - You Can’t Protect Your Peace and Please Everybody

This week, Sidney and Tamra talk about the cost of trying to keep everyone happy — and why you can’t protect your peace and please everybody. From learning to say no without guilt to understanding when “helping” turns into self-neglect, they get real about boundaries, burnout, and growth.

Tamra opens up about the pressure to anticipate everyone else’s needs, while Sidney talks about learning to stop managing other people’s moods. Together, they explore how letting go of people-pleasing can actually strengthen your relationships — and your faith.

Of course, it wouldn’t be Running In Slow Motion without the laughs: German-chocolate-cake drama, late-night Jack in the Box runs, and the story behind Sidney’s two-special weekend all make an appearance.

Honest, funny, and heartfelt — this one’s for anybody learning to guard their peace and love people without losing themselves.

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Episode 44 - It’s Not Supposed to Be This Hard

This week, we’re talking about the myth that love should be effortless.
If you really love each other, it should always be easy… right?
Yeah, no. Not even close.

We get into what healthy hard looks like vs the kind of hard that drains your spirit.
We talk boundaries, emotional exhaustion, second marriages, and why “always” and “never” will set your heart up for disappointment.

Tamra opens up about the weight of letting go of relationships — even when you know you’re better without them — and Sidney breaks down why more good days than bad days isn’t luck, it’s work.

Plus, we get into Halloween chaos at Tamra’s school, cupcakes, push-ups, and the ongoing saga of “Why are children like this?”

It’s thoughtful, real, funny, and one of those conversations that sits with you after you listen.

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Episode 43 — Being Loved Well Is the Real Flex

This week kicks off with some real-life talk — from the rising price of groceries to the new culture of dogs everywhere,including at places they have no business being. It’s funny, familiar, and exactly the kind of everyday chaos we all feel right now.

From there, Sidney and Tamra dig into one of the biggest myths we’re all taught to believe: that marriage is supposed to complete you. Instead, they talk about why you have to show up as a whole person before you ever try to build a life with somebody — and how being loved well has nothing to do with money, status, or “looking good on paper.”

They break down a viral clip about what it means to be chosen versus valued, and why so many people are out here looking for someone to fix them instead of someone to grow with. Tamra gets real about what “being loved well” looks like in their marriage, and Sidney talks through how he learned that love isn’t about ownership — it’s about partnership.

Together, they bust the Marriage Myth: “Your spouse should be everything for you.”
Nah. A healthy relationship requires identity, confidence, and two whole people choosing each other on purpose.

It’s vulnerable, funny, thoughtful, and full of those quiet “…yeah, that part” moments our Runners tune in for every week.

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