In this episode of the Emma and Garrett Show, we get into two topics that most couples avoid talking about openly: money and ambition. We share exactly how we've set up our finances as a newly married couple, from joint accounts and fun money to how we bought Emma a car nine days before our wedding after it got totaled in front of the house. We also talk about what it looks like to both be ambitious people in completely different careers and why it never feels like a competition.
Takeaways:

-Financial transparency is one of the best things you can build into your marriage early.
-Financial infidelity is real and more common than people think.
-A joint account with individual fun money gives you unity and freedom at the same time.
-Budget conversations shouldn't be one-sided or accusatory, they should be a team effort.
-Ambition in a marriage is a strength when there's no competition attached to it.
-When your spouse wins, you win. Full stop.
-Different career timelines don't have to create insecurity if the foundation is solid.
-Start the money conversation before you get married, not after.

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Chapters
00:00 The Car Gets Totaled 9 Days Before the Wedding
00:30 Intro: Money and Ambition
00:57 How Long We've Been Married and When We Started Talking About Money
02:12 How Our Families Talked About Money Growing Up
03:41 What Couples Actually Fight About With Money
07:19 How Transparent Are We About Spending
08:44 Our Spending Plan and Budget Setup
10:57 Why We Keep Individual Fun Money Accounts
12:53 The Full Car Story (Totaled, Honeymoon, Negotiations)
20:17 Are We Equally Ambitious
21:46 Have We Ever Felt Insecure About the Other's Growth
23:10 Wrapping Up

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In this episode of the Emma and Garrett Show, we talk through what our weekly rhythm looks like as a married couple. From planning our week and scheduling date nights to working together and supporting each other through stress, we share what’s been working for us in this season of marriage. We also talk about the importance of separating work from our relationship and the habits we’re building together.

Takeaways:
-Planning your week together brings clarity and alignment.
-Date nights don’t have to be perfect, they just need to be intentional.
-Working together can be a strength when communication is strong.
-Reset days are important for rest, reflection, and getting back on track.
-Separating work and marriage helps protect your relationship.
-Small habits built consistently can make a big impact.
-Supporting each other through stress is key in marriage.
-You don’t have to have it all figured out, just keep growing together.

Episode Sponsor:
This episode is sponsored by Caring Transitions of Riverview.
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Chapters

00:00 Intro
00:49 Do We Plan Together Weekly
02:46 Is Date Night Scheduled or Spontaneous
04:48 Working Together vs Separate
06:59 What Does a Reset Day Look Like
09:30 Separating Work and Marriage
13:08 One Habit We're Proud Of
16:27 How Do We Support Each Other When the Other Is Stressed
21:00 Wrapping Up

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In this episode of the Emma and Garrett show, the couple discusses various hot takes on dating and relationships, sharing their insights from their own experiences as a recently married couple. They explore the complexities of love, the importance of communication, the necessity of individual identity within a partnership, and the realities of conflict and growth in relationships. They debunk common myths about marriage and emphasize the importance of balance in contributions to a relationship.

Takeaways:
-If it's too easy, you might get complacent.
-Distance can strengthen relationships.
-Marriage amplifies existing issues, it doesn't solve them.
-Communication is essential for understanding needs.
-You should not expect your partner to meet all your needs.
-Healthy relationships involve disagreements and growth.
-Keeping score in a relationship is toxic.
-Love doesn't always mean constant passion and butterflies.
-It's okay to not always be 50-50 in contributions.
-Individual identity is crucial in a partnership.

Episode Sponsor:
This episode is sponsored by Caring Transitions of Riverview.
To get started with a free consultation, call (813)-578-8656 or visit caringtransitionsofriverviewfl.com

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Chapters

00:00 Intro
01:16 Hot Take: If It's Right, It Should be Easy
04:35 Hot Take: Never Go to Bed Angry
06:12 Hot Take: Your Partner Should Meet All Your Needs
09:45 Hot Take: Love Means Constant Passion & Butterflies
11:20 Hot Take: If You Have to Communicate It, It's Not Natural
13:40 Hot Take: Strong Couples Don't Fight
14:54 Hot Take: Marriage Will Fix All Your Issues
16:05 Hot Take: Keep Score So It's Fair
18:43 Wrapping Up

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In this episode, Emma and Garrett share their experiences and insights on navigating the engagement period, offering advice for engaged couples. They discuss the importance of premarital counseling, managing wedding planning stress, and the significance of communication and setting expectations. The couple emphasizes the need to enjoy the engagement season while preparing for marriage and creating boundaries with family. They also touch on practical aspects like finding a place to live and the transition from individual lives to a shared family.

Episode Sponsor:
This episode is sponsored by Gore's Custom Creations.
If you’re looking for luxury custom cakes and personalized items, give them a call at (813)-550-3120.

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Chapters

00:00 Intro
00:54 Navigating Engagement
02:12 Premarital Counseling
11:29 The Wedding Planning Journey: Stress and Joy
14:32 Navigating Lots of Family Opinions
19:45 Building a New Family: Boundaries and Communication
20:54 Finding a Place to Live

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Welcome to the very first episode of The Emma & Garrett Show.
In this episode, we’re sharing our origin story — how we met, how our relationship grew, the moments that shaped us, and how we knew we wanted to spend our lives together. We also talk about our engagement and some of the lessons we learned along the way.
This podcast is a space for honest conversations about relationships, growth, faith, and building a life with intention. We’re excited to finally share this journey with you.

Episode Sponsor:
This episode is sponsored by Gore's Custom Creations.
If you’re looking for luxury custom cakes and personalized items, give them a call at (813)-550-3120.

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Garrett: https://www.instagram.com/thegarrettporter/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
01:08 The Origin Story: How We Met
04:18 Navigating Long-Distance Relationships
05:38 The Proposal: Planning the Perfect Moment
20:01 Celebrating Engagement: The Surprise Party
22:16 Wedding Planning: The Journey Ahead
24:15 Honeymoon Bliss and New Beginnings

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