On this Episode, Kattie and Allan explain some big changes that have occurred over the past few months. You may be surprised to hear, that this will be the final episode of Marriage on a Tightrope to appear on this podcast feed! However, do not fear! The Tightrope lives on! You can follow Marriage on a Tightrope and all of their future episodes, me…

Today we’re joined again by author, screenwriter, song writer, and general wonderful human being, Carol Lynn Pearson. We discuss her new book The Love Map. But there is so much more in this episode. We discuss putting “love” above differences and have get some wonderful insights from Carol Lynn about mixed faith marriage. We hope you join us on Sun…

Kattie and Allan are excited to announce the next phase of Marriage on a Tightrope. From weekly video episodes (!!!), to more events, online and in person meetups, another Workshop on a Tightrope with Natasha Helfer starting soon, Marriage on a Tightrope 2.0 is shaping up to be huge for the mixed faith space. Join us on Sunday April 23rd at 7pm Mou…

Jana Spangler joins Kattie and Allan to talk about her work at Symmetry Sols, her time as a student under Richard Rohr, and so much more. Jana’s professional and personal experience combined with her training makes her an expert in the field of faith transitions. She is a sought-after podcast guest, speaker, presenter, and retreat leader. She is pa…

Friday February 3rd 7pm – Dan McClellan will be be joining Kattie and Allan to speak on “Negotiating with the Bible”. While the event is sold out, check our Facebook group event page on the day of the event for a Zoom link to join remotely. This event is free, we’re asking for a small donation to help us cover speaker fees, venue costs, and other e…

Marriage on a Tightrope is starting 2023 with a BANG. So many events and announcements to share. Sunday January 29th – We will be joining Sunday Service to collect food for the Utah Food Bank. Search for handle sunday.serv on Instagram for details. Friday February 3rd 7pm – Dan McClellan will be be joining Kattie and Allan to speak on “Negotiating …

Join us Saturday December 17th at 6pm for our Marriage on a Tightrope Couples Christmas party. It will be at Enlisted Design, 345 Pierpont Ave, Salt Lake City. It will be potluck style. Bring something to share, and cans of food for donation to the Utah food bank. Our annual fundraising drive ends on December 9th. If you would like to contribute, y…

Aubrey and Tim Chaves are the hosts of the Faith Matters podcast and part of its executive board. They grew up near Salt Lake City, Utah and went to both middle school and high school together. Tim served an LDS mission to Montevideo, Uruguay. He attended BYU for his undergraduate studies before earning an MBA from Harvard Business School, and is n…

Margi Dehlin graduated from BYU with a major in English and philosophy. She did both cross country and track there as well. She loves the beauty of the outdoors, reading a good book and creating deep abiding connections to those she loves most. She is a certified life coach through the Life Purpose Institute, specializing in life transitions. You’l…

Kattie and Allan discuss how they have invested in their marriage over the years. From date nights to walks around the neighborhood, there are plenty of ways we can all invest in our own marriages. Kattie also talks about her experience at the Art of Desire retreat she attended with Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife and how that has helped her with her o…

We’re back from our summer hiatus! We spent a MONTH in the UK and we’re finally back on American soil. Hear how the trip went, how Kattie’s summer break from church attendance went, and how she felt going back to church for the first time. Registration for the September 2022 session of Workshop on a Tightrope is now OPEN! Want to hear what past att…

It’s been a while since Kattie and Allan have given an update on what’s going on in their Mixed Faith Marriage. In this episode Allan talks about reducing the religious content he posts on TikTok. Kattie talks about some of the difficult aspects of church attendance. Their 10 year daughter Zara joins them at the beginning to share some of her feeli…

Leslie and Ben are a Marriage on a Tightrope first! They are a mixed faith couple from the Jehovah’s Witness faith. They were brave enough to record this all on their own. We know you’ll enjoy their story! Registration for the September 2022 session of Workshop on a Tightrope is now OPEN! Join us for our 6 week online mixed faith marriage course wi…

Madison and Tommy Johnson join us for a conversation about being in a mixed faith marriage and newly married. You may have seen Tommy’s very popular Tik Tok channel @thetomsters which causes people to constantly ask him – so are you in or are you out of the church? Tommy has a large following on social media and his humor pokes fun at many cultural…

We are delighted to have Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife back on Marriage on a Tightrope! Dr. Fife is a relationship and sexuality educator and coach. She teaches online courses and live workshops to individuals and couples seeking to develop their capacity for deeper emotional and sexual intimacy. Dr. Fife has created a space for couples to be more ho…

Susan Hinckley and Cynthia Winward are the hosts of the popular “At Last She Said It” podcast. They are growing in both popularity and in content and we were delighted to interview them about their podcast. We feel strongly that there are amazing content creators out there who provide a myriad of support for others in this space and Susan and Cynth…

David Ostler joins Kattie and Allan for a 2nd time to discuss the 2nd edition of his book Bridges: Ministering to Those Who Question. This second edition dedicated to Mixed Faith Marriage and relationships is available NOW! Go to bridgeslds.com to download the new chapter on Mixed Faith Marriage today. We’d also encourage you to purchase the book f…

Kattie and Allan give all the details on their double baptism with their children Zak and Zara. The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 119: The Baptisms appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.By Allan & Kattie

Allan and Kattie were involved with a vow renewal for dear friends and a fellow mixed faith couple. Allan was honored to officiate the ceremony and the couple was kind enough to give permission for Allan to read what he said to listeners of Marriage on a Tightrope. Want to tell your story on the podcast? Schedule an interview here Join us for our 6…

Kattie and Allan recap an eventful weekend. From the Women’s Retreat to deaths of two individuals close to the Mount’s. All shared with a focus on connection, healing, and growth. We’d love to have you in our 6 week online mixed faith marriage workshop with Natasha Helfer. Our first live session will be February 27, 2022 and there are a few spots l…

A few months ago we asked our listeners to answer a few questions about their mixed faith marriage. Well, we’re here to report on the results! Last we have a few spots left for our women’s retreat Feb 5, 2022. Follow the link and join us. This is for any women, anywhere on their faith journey. Want to tell your story on the podcast? Schedule an int…

Kattie and Allan discuss what 2022 looks like for the Mount’s. Also, the last episode of Marriage on a Tightrope was a bit tense. We received quite a lot of feedback expressing concern, and even a few messages that went a bit too far in their advice for how Kattie should proceed in the marriage. On this episode, Allan and Kattie provide an update o…

Kattie and Allan discuss the latest tricky chapter in their Mixed Faith Marriage. Kattie asks for a “break” in discussing certain topics, Allan’s TikTok channel causes some hurt feelings, and the Mount’s do what they’ve come accustomed to doing over the past 4 years…work it out in front of the microphone. Join us for our 6 week online course with t…

November 30th is Giving Day! Help Kattie and Allan in their efforts to continue their work in the mixed faith arena by donating today. Donations can be made on the official fundraiser page or via venmo (@marriageonatightrope). On this episode Kattie and Allan share a few unique emails and fun connections they’ve made through the podcast over the pa…

Happy Thanksgiving! This weekend can bring so many emotions to the surface when spending time with your family and loved ones. In this episode we share our Thrive presentation with all of our listeners. How can we have closer relationships with those friends and family we would like to keep in our lives? We give you 5 strategies you can implement n…

How does the decision making process change when one spouse no longer believes in God? Allan and Kattie discuss the challenges they have experienced as Allan no longer prays in major life changing decisions. Join us for the 2022 ‘You’re Not Alone’ Women’s Retreat! Registration opens Monday 11/8/21 Saturday, February 5th 2022, 8 am – 4pm Alianza Bui…

Matt & Laura Hunter Laura grew up in a devout Christian home in Texas. After dating a few Mormon boys, she decided to take a deep dive into learning about the LDS church. She met Matt when he showed up on her doorstep as a missionary to give her the discussions. Their story takes us through Laura’s fascinating background that is as unconventional a…

Matt & Laura Hunter Laura grew up in a devout Christian home in Texas. After dating a few Mormon boys, she decided to take a deep dive in to learning about the LDS church. She met Matt when he showed up on her doorstep as a missionary to give her the discussions. Their story takes us through Laura’s fascinating background that is as unconventional …

Tara and Tyler Briggs join Marriage on a Tightrope to tell their Mixed Faith story. You’ll love this inspiring interview. Join us in Pleasant Grove Utah on Saturday October 9th at 7pm for a mixed faith meetup and special presentation by Kattie and Allan! Bring a dessert to share and chat with other mixed faith couples. Location: Alianza HQ – 1064 N…

Kattie sits down with fellow believing wife “M”. “M” has hosted events, helped moderate the MOAT Facebook group, and so much more to create invaluable community for Mixed Faith Marriages. She imparts some WISDOM on y’all in this episode! Join us for our 6 week online course with therapist Natasha Helfer! Over 130 couples have gone through this cour…

In this episode, Kattie and Allan explore the topic of when spouses agree on certain church related topics. It may not be as straightforward as it seems. Join us for our 6 week online course with therapist Natasha Helfer! Over 130 couples have gone through this course and we’re excited to meet with 20+ more couples in the next course! Go to Thinkif…

After taking the summer off, Kattie and Allan are back with an update of the past few months. They also give 3 reassurances for those couples just starting off their mixed faith marriage. Want to share your story on the podcast? Click the link to book your interview! Kattie and Allan will also be speaking at the Red Lion Inn in St. George on Septem…

How can you connect as a couple after a spouse transitions away from former beliefs? The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 104: Connecting Post Faith Transition appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.By Allan & Kattie

Jon Ogden joins Kattie and Allan to discuss his new solution to the question, “How do we go about teaching our children in a mixed faith family?” Jon and his partners have developed Uplift Kids, a great online teaching resource for families of any religious situation. On Uplift Kids, you have over 30 existing lessons, and a new lesson each week. Al…

Kattie gives an account of her experience traveling to Kansas to be a witness in the Membership Court of her dear friend Natasha Helfer. The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 102: Kattie’s Kansas Experience appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.By Allan & Kattie

Kattie and Allan discuss the tender topic of supporting a friend through an official LDS Disciplinary Council. Friend of the podcast, Natasha Helfer has been summoned to a Membership Council (Disciplinary Council) on Sunday April 18th. Kattie and Allan discuss their support of Natasha and how you can support as well. The post Marriage on a Tightrop…

Kattie and Allan look back at the three years that have passed since the first episode of Marriage on a Tightrope. They check in with 3 couples they met early on in the podcast to see how things have changed in their mixed faith marriage. Thank you for sticking with Marriage on a Tightrope for 3 full years. You, the listener, is what keeps us going…

Trigger Warning: Discussion surrounding sex, pornography use, and the guilt/shame that often accompanies those topics. Disclaimer: Kattie and Allan Mount are not certified relationship or sex therapists. In this episode they share their experiences on the topic of sex, and when advice is given, they try to keep the advice centered on healthy commun…

Ashlee and Shane tell their Mixed Faith Marriage story. They provide such a unique yet familiar perspective. We know that so many will appreciate this great couple! Looking to improve your sexual intimacy? Not sure how to negotiate changes in sexuality in a mixed faith marriage? Join us on February 11th, 2021 at 7pm Mountain for a special Sex & Int…

TRIGGER WARNING: Suicide attempts, suicidal ideation, mental illness. Alex and Megan Rosenhan sit down to tell their mixed faith story. Much of the episode focuses on Alex’s diagnosis of Schizoaffective Disorder, how that correlates and in ways led to his faith transition, and how they both have been able to navigate this “new normal.” Looking to i…

Active believing member Chris Rich sits down with Kattie for a one on one chat. What story are you telling yourself? Do you want to share your story on Marriage on a Tightrope? Sign up here on Calendly Do you need some help strengthening your mixed faith marriage? Join us for Workshop on a Tightrope! This 6 week course is taught by marriage therapi…

Disclaimer: This episode focuses on one couple’s experience in a Mixed Orientation Marriage. This is not meant to be represented of the all mixed orientation marriages, or the general experience of LGBTQ individuals. Each individual’s experience is valid. Marriage on a Tightrope fully supports the LGBTQ community, LGBTQ individuals, and hopes for d…

Shane and Wendy Adamson join Marriage on a Tightrope to tell their Love Story. This episode is especially relevant for transitioning women. The Adamson’s provided us with such a beautiful episode, we hope you all enjoy! Do you want to share your story on Marriage on a Tightrope? Sign up here on Calendly Do you need some help strengthening your mixe…

Andrew and Kaity Maughan join the podcast to tell their mixed faith story. This great couple is just a few months into their mixed faith marriage and already have some great lessons learned they wanted to share with all of you. Do you want to share your story on Marriage on a Tightrope? Sign up here on Calendly Do you need some help strengthening y…

Kattie and Allan have a special Thanksgiving episode and discuss gratitude. They read multiple listener posts about gratitude and wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! Join the next Workshop on a Tightrope in January 2021. This 6 week course is taught by certified therapist Natasha Helfer, and Allan and Kattie. In this course, you spend 3 hours per w…

Kattie and Allan asked listeners on Facebook and Instagram “What is the most pressing issue in your Mixed Faith Marriage?” On this episode, Kattie and Allan discuss what you, the listeners, responded. Most of the comments fit into 3 general groups: Communication & Intimacy Children Negotiating the Tenders (behavioral changes) Also…back by popular d…

Kattie and Allan discuss healing for your marriage, yourself, family relationships, and church relationships. Want to be a guest on Marriage on a Tightrope and tell your story? Send us an email at Marriageonatightrope@gmail.com and check our availability here on Calendly The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 090: Healing appeared first on Marriage on a…

Kattie and Allan give an update on how General Conference weekend went. They also talk about a recent chat with their 8 year old daughter Zara about her baptism, and explain how they are “taking her lead”. If you’re in Arizona, Kattie will be visiting and holding a Ladies meet up on Thursday November 5th. For more info, join the Marriage on a Tight…

In this episode: Kattie talks about how her approach to General Conference has progressed over the last 3 years Allan and Kattie address a listener email about the believing spouse having to change to make space for their transitioning spouse Allan talks through a recent physical breakdown and how important it is to “know your limits” The post Marr…

Dr. Jennifer Finslayson-Fife joins Allan and Kattie again to discuss garments and sexuality in a mixed faith marriage. The post Marriage on a Tightrope: 087: Garments & Sexuality with Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife appeared first on Marriage on a Tightrope.By Allan & Kattie