Marisol And Adam Colette Podcasts

Take the red pill or the blue pill... fantasizing about how your life might look if you weren't with the person you married, or if you didn't have kids, or if you never took that job offer. Perfectly normal and healthy form of escapism or a hurtful practice towards your partner? Marisol and Adam discuss the times where they feel distance from one a…

Marisol and Adam recently flew internationally with their (almost) two year old. Neo was a trooper even with a 104 degree fever. Listen is as they recant medicines, travel gear, entertainment and all of the snacks. Tips, tricks, and pitfalls of flying to Mexico with a toddler. Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a member of our Pateron! Check u…

Marisol and Adam ask one another rapid fire questions to hear their quick and unfiltered response. Want to hear the R rated questions? Become a member of our Pateron! Check us out at https://readingaloud.captivate.fm (Subscribe, Download, and Review) Follow along on this journey through life on Instagram or facebook at @readingaloudpodcast or send …

Is communication less about the gender binary and more about functional communication vs. expressive communication? Marisol and Adam received lots of comments about the episode "do men and women text differently" so they decided to revisit the conversation. How does American or Western culture limit our language or behavior in relationships? Is tex…

What happens when couples set sex goals? Marisol and Adam set a numerical sex goal for 2023. This is the first time since their infertility journey they've put pressure on themselves around sex. This time, it's supposed to be strictly for fun. But will it be? Their hope is that they find a new depth to their relationship and sex life 8 years into t…

You hit a moment in parenting when you kiddo is finally sleeping through the night. He can feed himself, wont drown in the tub, and can start to communicate his needs. It feels like you have unlocked a new level of parenthood... Then it hits, Baby Fever! Marisol and Adam describe a recent peaceful evening where it felt like the times before a baby …

How do you are your husband/wife/partner approach a budget? how do you get on the same page about saving money and reaching your financial goals? Marisol and Adam discuss a recent fight they had around the family budget and strategize ways the fight could have gone better and how they each tackle ways to save money. Spending and saving money can be…

Marisol and Adam have vastly different approaches to how they communicate via text. A recent texting mishap causes them to open up a conversation about why it seems that men and women text differently. Do you think about managing the feelings of those that you're texting? Or are you just sending a bunch of thumbs up?! Want more Reading Aloud Podcas…

Marisol and Adam talk through a list of questions that "new" parents should ask themselves before they have kids. Too late! But some of their answers may surprise you! Tune in to find out which ones. Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a member of our Pateron! Check us out at https://readingaloud.captivate.fm (Subscribe, Download, and Review) F…

In this exciting 2-part episode, Marisol and Adam recap their 2022 words and set new words of the year for 2023. Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a member of our Pateron! Check us out at https://readingaloud.captivate.fm (Subscribe, Download, and Review) Follow along on this journey through life on Instagram or facebook at @readingaloudpodca…

After another setback in their IVF journey and a new update on the possibility of surrogacy, Marisol and Adam are back to the drawing board for kid #2. Tune in to hear how each of them navigates this ever-changing landscape and attempts to align (or not align) their approach with each other. Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a member of our P…

In this week's episode, Marisol and Adam discuss the differences between their first round of IVF and their second round. Why is the second round more "relaxed"? Is that an indication of the baby to come? This episode also includes a conversation on if men today are helping around the house (and with children) more than society thinks they are. Wha…

The topic of death comes up again on the podcast and Marisol is very interested to learn what Adam's wishes are when he dies. Are they the same as Marisol's? Tune in to find out! Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a member of our Pateron! Check us out at https://readingaloud.captivate.fm (Subscribe, Download, and Review) Follow along on this j…

As Marisol and Adam continue to navigate their fertility journey for a second child, several (both expected and unexpected) pathways to pregnancy have emerged. Listen in as they explain each pathway, learn how to navigate multiple pathways at once, and give their honest opinions on the very real possibility of choosing surrogacy for their second IV…

After receiving some difficult news at their latest IVF appointment for baby number two, both Marisol and Adam are in an emotional state. As they recap the experience, different perspectives lead to an argument about how Adam was communicating his overwhelm. Listen in real-time as they hash out the emotional rollercoaster of this IVF journey while …

Ever wonder what people are talking about in their cars? Listen in as Marisol and Adam journey to their appointment at the fertility clinic and debate whether or not they even want a second baby! Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a member of our Pateron! Check us out at https://readingaloud.captivate.fm (Subscribe, Download, and Review) Follo…

Building off the ultra-popular episode "Adam Explains Star Wars" our hosts take a quick break from the second baby discussion to talk about Lord Of The Rings, why the magic is real, and - of course - how it all relates to having a second baby. Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a member of our Pateron! Check us out at https://readingaloud.capt…

Kids can be expensive. Marisol and Adam discuss finances and check-in with one another about the cost and spending that comes along with adding another child into your life. Marisol and Adam talk about alternatives to the nuclear family and priorities when it comes to what they need to provide for a baby. Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a m…

How much of our inner selves to do we feel comfortable sharing with others? How do we open ourselves up to one another and reveal our shadow selves, or parts of ourself that feels less safe? Is it our responsibility to share those things, or does that fall on the other person to ask the right questions and get us to open up? Adam and Marisol discus…

Marisol and Adam discuss their recent experiences with ABC's The Bachelor and what has lead them to proclaim that they will no longer be tuning in. Did the show take things to far? where do you draw the line with over editing and the producers taking control over a storyline? Marisol and Adam discuss their perspectives, how they see themselves in t…

How often are you and your spouse having sex? How often do you want to be having sex with your spouse? Marisol and Adam discuss their ideal sex life and what they need to maintain a physical and erotic connection in the day to day of their busy lives. Managing a toddler and a sex life can be a tricky balance and should Marisol have stuck with her i…

Marisol continues to struggle with getting her hopes up with infertility. While they have a plan in place for next steps toward a second child; hope, luck, and chance are still at the back of her mind each month as they stop taking birth control. Marisol and Adam check in with each other around how they are dealing with this, their upcoming plans t…

Should your marriage or your intimate relationships be difficult? Marisol and Adam discuss their recent anniversary and the age old sentiments that there are "ups and downs" or "good times and bad times." Should the hard times be a cornerstone of your relationship? If you are a good fit together, should you struggle to be together? Want more Readin…

Marisol and Adam continue their conversation about deciding to have a second child. They take time to reflect on the knowing and intuition that comes with raising children (and growing them inside you). They share their fears about Neo as a sibling, and gender dynamics that may arise. The couple also shares some BIG news they have about the future …

Marisol and Adam discuss adding another child to their family. The couple discusses their current family dynamic and their son, Neo's longing for being social. Marisol describes her experiences of swinging back and fourth between feeling really ready to have another baby and at times feeling like she absolutely could not handle it. Marisol and Adam…

How do you mark the momentous moments in your relationship, personal life, or professional life? How do you celebrate others and want to be celebrated? In the season 6 opener, Marisol and Adam discuss celebrating the little and big moments in their life. How they feel most appreciated and make space for celebrations and recognition within their rel…

It's Adam and Marisol's wedding anniversary & the season 5 finale! For this episode of Reading Aloud, they share the adventure that was their honeymoon. The couple celebrated by taking a three week trip to Bali. Listen in to hear them recount the ups, downs, and shittier sides of their trip. Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a member of our P…

Have you talked about the "what if's" of marriage with your partner? What are your deal breakers? Who would divorce who? What is keeping your marriage together through hard times? Marisol and Adam talk about why they stay married, why they would get a divorce, and who is getting custody of the dog. Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a member o…

Adams shares his frustrations with societies propensity to make blanket statements. Marisol and Adam discuss broad sweeping generalizations and how being quick to judgement keeps people from making true connections and a sense of shared respect. Adam unpacks his feelings around the current flooding in Kentucky and a current situation he has found h…

Marisol and Adam discuss the power dynamics between men and women and how that shows up in their own relationship. Mircopower and microagressions frame this conversation around experiences within society and within their home. Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a member of our Pateron! https://www.patreon.com/ReadingAloudPodcast Check us out a…

Marisol and Adam had a major breakthrough in their relationship communication. A miscommunication that could have turned into a major fight, didn't. How? Why? Tune in to find out. Oh yeah, and they discuss what their opening lines would be a contestant on the Bachelorette and/or Bachelor, why Marisol is excited to see Neo, and who's been drinking a…

As Marisol and Adam come back out into the world after COVID swept through their house, they dive into a deep conversation about the make-up of their friendships and community. Listen in as they explore how they can set intentions and diversify their community in the right way. What will that take, does it align with their values, and what does ach…

Diving deeper into a conversation that happened on episode 91. Marisol finds herself still caught between being ones own authentic self, and changing parts of who you are for the betterment of a relationship. This is further illustrated by Adams southern background to be agreeable and gracious, while Marisol is asking him to speak up more, with Mar…

Marisol and Adam engage each other in a conversation about their feelings around the recent supreme court ruling that overturned Roe v. Wade. Marisol asks Adam to speak through his feelings and shares that she has felt his silence over the past week and it has felt overwhelming, even as she is coming into this conversation with such fire and anger.…

What is the first thing you say to your partner when they walk in the door after a long day or after being out of town? This transition, or interruption of flow can throw off a whole reunion. Marisol and Adam discuss these experiences all while juggling a babbling baby and a very religious puppy. Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a member of …

Is it a political spectrum or is it a political circle? After Marisol posted on social media about the wellness and yoga community being a part of the insurrection at the Capital on January 6th she received a lot of feedback and comments surrounding the extremism that can be found in the wellness community. Adam describes this idea of a political c…

Marisol and Adam share that they are currently on lockdown after Neo, their son, tested positive for covid-19. Marisol explains how her birthday plans were effected by the families current health situation and how she is trying to balance finding the positive in the situation (family time, back in the bubble, reconnection) with her negative feeling…

Adam and Marisol continue to recount the recent wedding they attended and the religious aspect of the ceremony. The couple then dives into how they planed their wedding ceremony, the intention that went into every detail and how they really had to focus in on a purpose statement and having that ritual be a true reflection of themselves as a couple.…

Marisol and Adam take a moment to pause and reflect on the tragic and traumatic events that have recently swept across the country. They talk about ways in which these events show up as conversations in their relationship and ways that we as individuals and as a society can better process this trauma. If you struggled to talk about or feel safe to …

Marisol and Adam recounted their first couples trip since having their child. Reconnecting as a couple, finding their flow, and having revelations around survival mode and anxieties of a new born, and of course deep descriptions of wedding attire. Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a member of our Pateron! Check us out at https://readingaloud.…

Marisol and Adam discuss their relationship with regrets and what regrets they have had in their lives. Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Get exclusive content, bonus episodes, and Reading Aloud Merch- Become a member of our Pateron! Check us out at https://readingaloud.captivate.fm (Subscribe, Download, and Review) Follow along on this journey thro…

Marisol and Adam kick off season 5 with updates on what's been going on in their lives these past 10 weeks. Dog missed connections, new family members, momentous occasions, and the idea of welcoming back memories within the body are all discussed. Marisol reflects on the one year anniversary of going into labor, connecting with Neo and how we can f…

In this final episode of a 10 part series we will have conversations with couples and individuals who continue to navigate the Pandemic either in partnership or without partnership and to dive deeper into how relationships are handling this ongoing pandemic as we enter the second full year. Marisol and Adam catch up with their doula, Chama Woydak a…

In this 10 part series we will have conversations with couples and individuals who continue to navigate the Pandemic either in partnership or without partnership and to dive deeper into how relationships are handling this ongoing pandemic as we enter the second full year. Navigating the mother daughter relationship can be tough on a good day... Now…

In this 10 part series we will have conversations with couples and individuals who continue to navigate the Pandemic either in partnership or without partnership and to dive deeper into how relationships are handling this ongoing pandemic as we enter the second full year. All relationships end. In this metaphysical conversation Marisol and Adam spe…

In this 10 part series we will have conversations with couples and individuals who continue to navigate the Pandemic either in partnership or without partnership and to dive deeper into how relationships are handling this ongoing pandemic as we enter the second full year. Can you be in partnership with your home? How does connection to a physical s…

In this 10 part series we will have conversations with couples and individuals who continue to navigate the Pandemic either in partnership or without partnership and to dive deeper into how relationships are handling this ongoing pandemic as we enter the second full year. Marcus and Marsha tell the story of love, life, death, and rebirth on this in…

In this 10 part series we will have conversations with couples and individuals who continue to navigate the Pandemic either in partnership or without partnership and to dive deeper into how relationships are handling this ongoing pandemic as we enter the second full year. Morgan and Natty have been together for six years and live in Greensboro NC. …

In this 10 part series we will have conversations with couples and individuals who continue to navigate the Pandemic either in partnership or without partnership and to dive deeper into how relationships are handling this ongoing pandemic as we enter the second full year. Stacey is an artist, illustrator and muralist based in Los Angeles and Sam is…

BONUS EPISODE! Marisol and Adam recourd a quick episode to give you more insight and "how to" about the newly launched Reading Aloud Patreon page. https://www.patreon.com/ReadingAloudPodcast When you become a Patreon supporter you become part of our Reading Aloud family and we LOVE our family members! At its core, this podcast is about providing in…