The Love Department

On this episode we open up the inbox on our HeartLine to share with you. Hear from The Love Department listeners who discuss “What if I don't want this person at our Wedding?” “Changing our Lastname” and “Group Projects in College” “TV Shows for Couples to watch Together” and “Dating with Patience”

To leave a message on our HeartLine click here. HeartLine inbox. We’d love to hear how it’s going in your love department.

TV Show suggestions for couples to watch together

The Bride BrideLawyers S2 E4 "Understanding the Laws of Marriage"

Tracy & Eddy S2 E5 "Sugar We're Going Down"

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On this episode we open up the inbox on our HeartLine to share with you. Hear from The Love Department listeners who discuss “What if I don't want this person at our Wedding?” “Changing our Lastname” and “Group Projects in College” “TV Shows for Couples to watch Together” and “Dating with Patience” 

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Imagine having three weddings to the same person. Luckily these two said I do on every occasion. Tracy and Eddy met when they were just fresh faced immigrants to New York City. When Tracy moved in to an apartment with Eddy and two other guys, it was the last thing on her mind that she would end up meeting the love of her life. But as the song goes they were going down swinging and it took just two weeks to make the jump from roommates to lovers.

In this episode we talk about getting married in Las Vegas while enjoying a emo music festival with their close friends, custom designing a wedding dress and engagement ring that tells a story, friends who are more like family, and how to navigate the mishaps of wedding planning. 

Thinking of doing a destination wedding? Hear how Tracy and Eddy scouted their venues, transported their friends and family, and worked with vendors they loved to curate a gorgeous three day soiree in the south of France.

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Imagine having three weddings to the same person. Luckily these two said I do on every occasion. Tracy and Eddy met when they were just fresh faced immigrants to New York City. When Tracy moved in to an apartment with Eddy and two other guys, it was the last thing on her mind that she would end up meeting the love of her life. But as the song goes they were going down swinging and it took just two weeks to make the jump from roommates to lovers.

In this episode we talk about getting married in Las Vegas while enjoying a emo music festival with their close friends, custom designing a wedding dress and engagement ring that tells a story, friends who are more like family, and how to navigate the mishaps of wedding planning. 

Thinking of doing a destination wedding? Hear how Tracy and Eddy scouted their venues, transported their friends and family, and worked with vendors they loved to curate a gorgeous three day soiree in the south of France.

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A yuletide greeting from the host of the Love Department, Nik Lockhart. Join her as she walks in the forrest on Christmas morning.  

We'll be back with another great episode of The Love Department next week. Until then, we wish you a warm holiday season.

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Before you say "I Do..." you might want to consider all the legal maters that go into merging lives with another person. Did you know that pets can be written into your pre-nuptial agreement? Joining us on today's episode are Morgan and Shari, also known as the Bride Lawyers. This mother-daughter duo help couples navigate the tricky ins and outs of marital law. In this episode we discuss what really happens when you change your name, how to disclose financial and personal assets, and how to talk to a reluctant partner about getting a prenup.

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Meet Shari & Morgan. They're the Bride Lawyers! Today on The Love Department we're demystifying the legal aspects of marriage. Whether you're newly engaged, considering divorce, or domestically partnered--they've got loads of wisdom to share. In this episode we talk prenuptial agreements, financial disclosure between partners, and how to change your name (or not). Find the Bride Lawyers on IG (@bridelawyers) and their website www.bridelawyer.com
 
Is it Worth It to Get Married blog post:
https://bridelawyer.com/f/is-it-worth-it-to-get-married?blogcategory=Marriage

Giveaway instructions:
1) Screenshot you listening to the episode and tag the bride lawyers to win a copy of their book! Make sure you're following BOTH @bridelawyers and @thelove.dept
2) Bonus Entry: Comment on @thelove.dept instagram with a legal question related to tying the knot.
3) For those in NY or NJ only(!) One lucky listener will get an hour free consultation with the Bride Lawyers. More written details on @thelove.dept Instagram.

Giveaway ends December 25, 2024 at 6 P.M. EST One winner will be randomly selected for the book and one for the consultation and announced in a post on December 27,2024! Consultation open to New Jersey and New York Residents Only, Book to territorial U.S. residents only, 18 years or older for both. Consultation to occur by video conference only. By entering you acknowledge that the giveaway is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with the podcasting platform and completely release this platform of all responsibility.

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Planning a proposal soon? Join us on this episode of The Love Department where Nik Lockhart sits down with Kerry Lynn owner and designer of Love Locked, a jewelry boutique located in Jersey City. Things get sparkly with these two, as they talk about sustainable gemstones, how much to spend on a wedding ring, proposal alternatives to a ring, how to keep your proposal a surprise, and just how to create a custom piece that your one-of-a-kind lover will adore for years to come. We also talk about what to do with that heirloom jewel and how you can fashion something "new" out of something "old".

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On this episode of The Love Department Nik sits down with Kerry Lynn of Love Locked in Jersey City, NJ. (www.shoplovelocked.com, @shoplovelocked on IG) Kerry designed the engagement ring of our dreams! We cover how much to spend on purchasing an engagement ring, creative alternatives to rings, and how to keep your proposal a surprise. Got a family ring you'd like to give to your sweetheart? We discuss how to make your something old, something new! She shares with us her favorite thing about sourcing sustainable stones and creating family heirlooms that will last for generations.

Send this episode to someone thinking about popping the question soon. And take notes for your next shopping trip or Pinterest pin.

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Visit us at www.love-department.com for our TLD Merch, exclusive content, or to be featured on the HeartLine. We'd love to connect with you. Xoxo

Support the show

Visit us at www.love-department.com for our TLD Merch, exclusive content, or to be featured on the HeartLine. We'd love to connect with you. Xoxo

Paloma and Derron may have met at a fraternity party as undergraduate students, but their paths didn't merge until they moved to the same city. After a quick first date turned into a long goodbye, these two realized that love was worth making the effort for. In this episode, we talk about planning the perfect proposal (which was nearly a big fail), the importance of great wedding photography, how to keep your parents' opinions out of your wedding day, healthy models of Black love, and navigating long-distance relationships.

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Visit us at www.love-department.com. We'd love to connect with you.  Xoxo