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Did you know the Hebrew root word for marriage is the same as mess? Okay, maybe not, but it wasn’t a stretch to believe, right? This is the podcast for Christian married couples who are in the middle of a messy moment. They need to laugh. They need clear, practical advice. And they need to hear from someone with an actual degree in this thing. Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley are those people. They have reached millions of couples through their counseling practices, books, events, and work at Focus ...
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Has there EVER been a better way to stay up-to-date with current news? Headlines with Headliners is a show that doesn't just deliver the news, it delivers the news with all the hilarity and hijinks that comes with a seasoned panel of well-established comics. Your panel – Tehran Von Ghasri, Kanisha Buss, and Nate Jackson – have been featured on NPR, Sirius XM, BounceTV, MTV, and more.
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If you are married with a disabled spouse, you may experience spouse caregiver burnout, resentment or loneliness. But what does it mean to stay together "in sickness and in health"? This weeks guests have done just that. At age 17, a diving accident left Joni Eareckson Tada paralyzed from the neck down. In 1982, she married who husband, Ken, who st…
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In this Episode we talk about the last week of Love Island USA, how we feel about email sign-offs and share our list of the most satisfying things. We play our second round of who's the better friend. this time guessing each others favorite TV shows. Follow us on our socials! https://linktr.ee/outoftouchpod…
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In marriage, two are supposed to become one, right? How then do you have healthy boundaries in marriage? Join us as Greg & Erin sit down with world renowned boundaries expert Dr. John Townsend to discuss how creating boundaries in marriage can actually bring you closer together. Later, we hear the beautiful marriage story of newlyweds, Emerson and …
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In this episode we discuss the latest from Love Island, we also go over our curated list of things that are phallic for no good reason, review some missed connections posts, and introduce our new segment of Who's the Better Friend. Follow us on our socials! https://linktr.ee/outoftouchpod
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Do you find that managing life with children keeps you from your spouse? Join us as Greg & Erin sit down with author and speaker Kathi Lipp to discuss balancing marriage and parenting. Later, we hear a question from a listener who wants to know how she and her husband can improve their relationship with their new daughter-in-law. Take the free Marr…
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Greg & Erin conclude their discussion with Bill and Pam Farrel on the code to unlock your spouse, taking a detailed look at what husbands need in a marriage. Later, we sit down with newlywed couple, Alex and Megan. Then, we hear a question from one of our listeners who wants to know how she can deal with feelings of jealousy towards her husbands fr…
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In this episode we discuss some shows we're currently hyped about: Bridgerton and Love Island USA. We go over our funniest texts of the week, and how we feel about ...? restaurants that yell at you when you walk in. We discuss another full list of grievances, this time titled: small annoyances. Tori shares her story of an exciting drug test encount…
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Are you yearning for deeper connection with your spouse? Join us as Greg & Erin sit down with authors and relationship experts Bill and Pam Farrel as they share their secret on how you can unlock a better relationship. Then, we debunk a popular myth about kids! Later, we hear a question from a listener who wants to know how his spouse can help him …
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In the latest episode, we talk about how we feel about Facebook and share funny texts from the week (fair warning - it gets weird). For consumptions this week, Tori starts RHONY and we chat first impressions of Love Island. Our curated list is truly fitting this week as we go over our most 'out of touch' moments and story time is all about niche fo…
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It's our Father's Day celebration! Greg and Erin celebrate Dad's and talk about the challenges facing Fathers with Dr. Danny Huerta. Then Bill Arbuckle shares a wonderful Father's Day devotional. Later we answer a question about tips and trick as your family welcomes a newborn. Practice Makes Parent Podcast We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Hom…
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Welcome aboard another hot mess express episode! We apparently can't pronounce anything here. This week we catch up on the latest Bravo drama with The Valley and Summer House. We also recap the first half of Bridgerton season 3 in preparation for new episodes dropping. Our list this week is all about our toxic traits: from being afraid of strangers…
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What do you do when you are feeling emotionally abandoned in your marriage? Is your husband or wife ignoring you? Greg and Erin talk about how to tackle this subject with your spouse, and Jerry and Kate Angelo demonstrate how praying together can bring you back together in your marriage. Then we get into one of our favorite segments, Conversation S…
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In this episode we have the return of the tiny clockers ... we'll never escape them. We have a couple new segments on today's episode! We also discuss how we feel about our partners going to the strip club and we share some funny texts we've had throughout the week. We talk all things Vanderpump Rules, and briefly touch on Summer House. Our curated…
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How do we fight against pornography in marriage? Greg and Erin wrap their conversation with Mark and Rosie Makinney on this important topic.. Also we continue our conversation with Focus on the Family Counselor Geremy Keeton. Geremy discusses setting boundaries and what counseling looks like in dealing with porn in a marriage. Later we get a questi…
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The first part of or episode with guests Sam and Alisha as we discuss flip flop horror stories, and time when Tori thought she found a dead body while working. We also discuss reality TV shows Vanderpump Rules, The Valley, and Summer House. Follow us on our socials! https://linktr.ee/outoftouchpodBy Tori and Amber
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This is part two of the episode with guests Sam and Alisha. In this episode we discuss reality show The Circle. We also talk about the some drama between The Wiggles. We provide a list of the best words including goon, and also a list of is this a shared experience? For story time we revisit Amber's surprise 30th birthday and when we gave her a cha…
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How do we fight against pornography in marriage? Over the next two episodes Greg and Erin tackle this important subject with Mark and Rosie Makinney. Later we are joined by Focus on the Family Counselor Geremy Keeton to dive deeper into the effects of porn on marriage and as always we get a question from one of our listeners about rekindling intima…
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We talk about the first reunion episode of Vanderpump Rules, and discuss the latest Summer House episode. This episode we have a travel themed story time! Amber tells her story of going to Europe for a graduation trip, and Tori tells her story of staying at a hotel that was too fancy for her where she met ... a celebrity! Follow us on our socials! …
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What are your love languages? Dr. Gary Chapman joins Greg and Erin to breakdown the 5 love languages and why they are important in a marriage. Then Greg and Erin talk about their own love languages and how they are intentional in using those in their marriage. Later we answer a question from a listener about his struggles with emotional connection …
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Today we're discussing The Met Gala, and Vanderpump Rules. We also have a hallucinogenic themed story time. Follow Doubling Down on IG: https://www.instagram.com/doublingdown__/ Follow Doubling Down on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@doublingdown_?lang=en Nikki King's video on the infinity symbol in the Eras Tour: https://www.tiktok.com/@nikkiking2…
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Celebrating Mom! Rebecca St. James joins Greg and Erin to discuss becoming a wife and mother. Rebecca also talks about the film about her families journey "Unsung Hero". Rebecca talks about her mom Helen Smallbone as she encouraged and supported her husband and kids in a time of crisis. Later we talk about how best to honor women. and we get a list…
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This episode we discuss the latest Vanderpump Rules episode and the latest Summer House episode. Amber tells us about her sleepy rage session, and rates a list of one-liners Tori found on online dating profiles. We give updates on how we're feeling about Taylor Swift's 11th album as we're almost a fortnight out from the album release. IG creator wh…
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What happens when you have conflict in your marriage? Author Kari Trent Stageberg joins Greg and Erin to discuss the merge moment in her marriage and the steps they took as the two shall become one flesh. Later Greg and Erin will debunk another Marriage Myth and we get a powerful listener question from a woman trying to do everything she can to avo…
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In this episode, our friend Sho joins in on the out of touch moments! From the Rainbow Gathering to mushroom hunting, this episode is sure to make you giggle along with us gals ✨ Follow Doubling Down on their socials! TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@doublingdown_ IG: https://www.instagram.com/doublingdown__/ Follow us on our socials! https://linktr…
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Greg and Erin talk with Luke and Joel Smallbone and their sister, Rebecca St. James talk about their own family story behind the Unsung Hero movie. The movie follows the family' s mother, Helen Smallbone , as she uses her faith to hold her husband and children together by turning struggles into an adventure and exercise their faith in God Later we …
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We're still reeling from the latest Taylor Swift album: The Tortured Poets Department. We literally can't think about anything else so here's a bonus episode of us discussing the new album, our favorite songs, and what we think some of the songs might mean! Follow us on our socials! https://linktr.ee/outoftouchpod…
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In this episode we talk more about Easter and how that works, the Love is Blind lawsuits, and discuss relationships. We breakdown the latest episodes (when we recorded) of Vanderpump Rules as the cast has a water tasting. Tori tells another dating story where she ended up getting left at a gas station across town. Here's the sources used for the Lo…
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Greg and Erin continue their discussion with Dave and Ashley Willis about setting boundaries with your in-laws. Later Joannie DeBrito joins the show to weigh in on how to set healthy boundaries with your in-laws with your spouse. We wrap with a listener question from Jay about a spouse being unreceptive toward their feelings. Get Dave and Ashley's …
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How do you set boundaries with in-laws? Today, Dave and Ashley Willis join Greg and Erin to discuss setting boundaries with in-laws. Plus, Sterling Knight-Pinneo joins to share his thoughts on setting biblical boundaries! Get Dave and Ashley's book for a gift of any amount! Interested in the book Boundaries Ashley mentioned? Click here to get it! W…
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In this episode we discuss Vanderpump Rules, the new Vanderpump spin-off The Valley, and the end of t5he Crescent City series by Sarah J. Maas. We also share some stories like the time Amber almost got in someone else's car ... with the someone in it, and the times I had an awkward encounter with a loan officer and hit a deer on a road trip. Buckle…
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What is the key to a healthy marriage? Greg and Erin talk with Brad and Marilyn Rhoads about managing marriage expectations and weekly marriage dates. Plus, Greg and Erin tackle a popular marriage myth! Click Here to Receive the book The Grace Marriage for your donation of any amount! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voi…
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In this episode we discuss RHOBV slightly, the Love is Blind reunion, and Vanderpump Rules thoroughly. We also discuss the Eras Tour movie and how Taylor Swift clowned us, the Boeing drama, and we share with you our curated list of stupid things that incite strong feelings. Here's the TikTok creator who believes Taylor will own all her work by 11/2…
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Can marriage survive infertility? Today, Chad and Tori Masters join Greg and Erin to talk about their journey waiting for their son, Micah. Plus, Bill Arbuckle gives a devotion about looking for God in waiting seasons! Check out this article to learn more about how you can thrive, even in a waiting season! Click here to listen to the Practice Makes…
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What does the bible say about sex in marriage? Dr. Juli Slattery joins Greg and Erin to discuss the importance of sex in marriage. Plus, we have an extra long Q&A with some voicemails with some of our listeners! Get the Juli's book for a gift of any amount! Check out these conversation starters to use on date night! We'd love to hear from you! Visi…
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How do you know your marriage is over? Gary Thomas joins Greg and Erin to talk about how marriage is hard, but worth it. Plus, Greg and Erin will talk through some conversation starters! Get a copy of Gary's book, Cherish, for a gift of any amount! Check out these conversation starters to use on date night! Click here to read Erin's article about h…
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How can you and your spouse successfully become a team? Mo Isom Aiken joins Greg and Erin to talk about what it's like being a wife and mother battling a "me" mindset. Plus, we'll hear from newlywed's Alex and Megan Seeley about how they learned to being to switch to a team mentality in marriage! Learn more about your strengths and weaknesses as a …
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How does stress affect marriage? On today's episode, Greg and Erin talk to Guy and Amber Lia about how they learned to respond to stress in marriage. Plus, Greg and Erin will talk through some conversation starters! Get Guy and Amber's book for a gift of any amount! Check out these conversation starters to use on date night! We'd love to hear from …
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Amber and I talk about a couple of reality TV shows currently airing, new Taylor Swift album, wedding stories, and a few things in between. Tiktok creator for pit in the stomach discussion: Rebecca McLaughlin. Tiktok: outoftouchmoments email: outoftouchcast@gmail.com Follow us on our socials! https://linktr.ee/outoftouchpod…
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What makes a marriage work? Ted Cunningham joins Greg and Erin to discuss how you can avoid marital drift. Plus, Greg and Erin will talk about how to build a firm foundation for your marriage! Get a copy of Ted's book for a gift of any amount! Want to learn more about the sacred pathways Greg mentioned? Click here to get the book! Need some help wi…
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Need some Valentine's date ideas? Today, Greg and Erin host a roundtable with some married friends to share some Valentine's day ideas! Learn more about your strengths and weaknesses as a couple by taking our free Marriage Assessment! Check out these conversation starters to use on date night! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave…
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How can we overcome pride in marriage? Today, Levi and Jenni Lusko join Greg and Erin to talk about how pride destroys a marriage and some practical tips to practice humility with your spouse. Plus, Geremy Keeton stops by to share some thoughts on how to defend your marriage against pride! Get a copy of the book The Marriage Devotional for a gift o…
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How can you have a marriage with God at the center? Dave and Ann Wilson join Greg and Erin to share their story of how they found happiness in marriage. Plus, we'll hear from newlyweds Kennedy and Olivia Unthank about how they have formed a Christ centered marriage! Get a copy of the book Vertical Marriage for a gift of any amount! Learn more about…
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How do you reignite your spark in marriage? On today's episode, Greg and Erin talk with Jason and Tori Benham how to recognize signs your marriage is under spiritual attack and how to rekindle a marriage! Plus, we'll hear a devotion from our friend, Bill Arbuckle. Get a copy of Jason and Tori's book for a gift of any amount! Learn more about your s…
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