Dear Future Wifey
Episodes
A Package Deal (Guest: J'ai Holliday)
20 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When dating a parent, you should automatically accept their child/children comes with the territory. We often hear this perspective from single mother...
$40 Million Virgin (Guest: Teri Ijeoma)
12 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
She trades stocks for a living. One of her most valuable assets, her virginity, will only be traded when it hits the target price: Marriage. Teri Ijeo...
Does Body Count Matter? (Guest: Eugena Washington)
05 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
She left a personal comment under the Instagram for Dear Future Wifey Podcast's viral reel regarding Laterras stating his lack of intimidation by his ...
The Gift of Love (Guests: Courtney Blakely + Isaac Shepard)
22 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The dating phase can be very tricky. Do you give them your number? What's a red flag? Should age gaps count the other party out? Are they playing game...
Heal First (Guest: Gil Cuero)
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"Heal First." Period. It is the most important process you'll undergo before entering into your next relationship. "Married at First Sight" participan...
Data Collections (Guest: Elsa Christie & Dr. Trillion Small)
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Asking the right questions early on in the dating process can help save you from wasting valuable time. Removing all expectations at the onset can all...
The Waiting Game (Guests: Quentin Brunson+Ashleigh Mann)
02 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
He proposed on national television during Adele’s “One Night Only,” a CBS 2-hour special. She said, “Yes.” However, there was one statement ...
Shoot Your Shot (Guests: Jay Barnett and Essence Atkins)
25 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode marks the premiere of Season Four. This entire season is dedicated to singles as we navigate “These Dating Streets.” If one ever...
Marriage Remix (Guests: Tim+Juliette Ross)
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There are no words to describe this episode. This is something you’ll just have to experience. Here to wrap up the “Marriage Vows Series” are Ti...
Divorce (Guest: Samantha Lee)
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Fifty percent of U.S. marriages end in divorce. However, no one gets married believing they will become the statistic on the failed side of marriage. ...
Til Death Do Us Part (Guest: Kimberly Alexander)
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Love never dies. Unfortunately, we do. No one knows the number of years they’ll share with their spouse. How does one cope after losing the love of ...
In Sickness and In Health (Guests: David and Tamela Mann)
06 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
No one expects their spouse to get terribly sick or hospitalized. It breaks my heart to hear stories of spouses who leave their mate in the hospital b...
For Richer or For Poorer (Guests: Rod & Leticia Gardner)
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One of the leading causes of divorce is finances. We utter this vow not realizing our power, as a unified couple, to overcome financial hardships when...
Love, Cherish, and Obey (Guests: Carrington & Ashley Brown)
15 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The marriage vows have undergone several revisions since its first introduction in 1549. The biggest revision came on September 12, 1922, when the Epi...
For Better or Worse (Guests: Jewel & Tavia Whitlowe)
09 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
My friends, Tavia and Jewel Whitlowe, are on the brink of divorce. Separated. Twenty-four years of matrimony hang in the balance with a wing and a pra...
To Have and To Hold (Guest: Gerry Fisher)
01 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The traditional marriage vows were created in 1549 and were first introduced in the Book of Common Prayers. Today, we’re unpacking the vow “To Hav...
This Kind of Love (Guests: Kaelin and Kyrah Edwards)
25 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Some people are married to the thought of being married while others view it as a ministry God called them into. Many would say getting married at nin...
IG Love (Guests: Isiah Williams + Kelli Marie)
18 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Some encounters that seem accidental are simply God’s divinity at work connecting you to your soul mate. Who would think an accidental IG video call...
Before the "I Do" (Guests: Quieran Burnett & La'Shara Jefferson)
04 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In two days this couple will become one in holy matrimony. They will crossover the threshold of singleness into the covering of marriage. Meet Quieran...
When Love Aligns (Guests: The Williamses)
21 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chemistry. Attraction. Unified purpose. A convergence of like-minded intentionality. These attributes are mandatory to fully submit one's heart to ano...
Let Go (Guest: Carolyn Williams)
07 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Why is it such a challenge to let go of what is hurting us the most? Though we know that thing or person is destroying us from the inside out, we stil...
Built to Last (Guest: Kenny Lattimore)
23 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You've overcome some of the most devastating heartbreak. Maybe you're mentally battling the mistakes of your past. Maybe you're fighting through the d...
Free to Love (Guest: Laterras R. Whitfield)
17 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Emancipation Proclamation freed the slaves, but Texas didn't find out their freedom until two and half years later. How long have we been ensl...
Is Love Blind? (Guests: The Martins)
02 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Would you marry someone you haven’t seen? After falling in love with the Netflix show “Love Is Blind” I became enamored with the reality of thos...
Brotherly Love (Guest: Fred Hammond)
26 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When Moses' arms grew tired in battle, Aaron and Hur brought a stone for him to sit on, while they stood beside him and held up his arms. All brothers...
Sexpectations (Guests: Kanika & Jonathan Evans)
19 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Why do most couples struggle in the area of intimacy? This transformative episode unveils the “why” as Jonathan and Kanika Evans transparently tac...
Self Love (Guest: Keyonna Monroe)
12 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever heard the saying, “Self-love is the best love?” Well, today’s episode is all about loving thyself with self-love coach, Keyonna Mo...
Essence of Love (Guest: Essence Atkins)
06 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're back with Season 3 and this episode will jumpstart your heart with an intimate conversation with television and movie star, Essence Atkins. Allo...
1 In 5 (Guest: Elsa Christie)
07 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This month marks the 20th Anniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Today’s guest knows all too well this devastating statistic. Elsa Christie ...
No All Access Pass
31 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Now that I’m dating with intentions, creating healthy boundaries is crucial. I’m reminded of my touring days as a playwright and realize I must ca...
Process Before the Promise (Guest: Marquez Haynes)
24 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Every man has a unique process of self-discovery, healing, and restoration before his proposal to the love of his life. Marquez Haynes, an eligible ba...
A Woman's Worth (Guest: Jessica Reedy)
17 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“A Woman’s Worth” isn’t determined by the external appraisal of others. It’s a self-evaluation accumulated from years of overcoming hurts an...
Major Keyes to Life (Guest: Christian Keyes)
10 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We all have principles that we live by whether spoken or unspoken. Unfortunately, most of our principles were shaped by pain and failure and becomes t...
PR For Love (Guest: Leah Frazier)
03 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A lady posts a photo of her dinner showcasing her cooking skills. A dude posts a selfie of his hard-earned abs. Whether you’re posting a bathtub sho...
Heal First (Guest: Edwin Henderson)
10 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The most important process one should undergo before connecting with their purpose partner is to do the inner work of healing. Today’s guest, Edwin ...
Heal, Bro, Heal 2 (Guest: Jay Barnett)
03 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jay Barnett is back to dive a little deeper into helping brothers heal. Most men’s brokenness is linked to their relationship with their fathers. To...
Dating with Intentions (Guest: Kristopher Green)
27 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of men date the field and never commit. Intentional ones, see what they want and like a prize-winning horse in the Kentucky Derby, focus on that...
Chucks & Pearls (Guest: Laterras R. Whitfield)
21 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In honor of the first African American, South Asian, Vice President of the United States of America, Kamala Harris, women wore chucks and pearls. I de...
IYKYK (Laterras R. Whitfield)
13 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve made some huge commitments over the past few weeks on my journey to discover, uncover, and recover love. Today’s episode is an up-close and p...
Heal, Sis, Heal! (Guest: Brittainy Noel)
06 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is a new year to let go of your baggage of pain and finally walk in total healing. “Heal, Sis, Heal” is a life-changing episode to set you fr...
A Vow of Abstinence (Guests: Dr. Conway Edwards & Michael Bethany)
30 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is the most powerful and intentional episode to date as I submit to the call on my life to take “A Vow of Abstinence.” The seed was p...
Love and Business (Guests: David E. & Lyn Sisson-Talbert)
23 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Most couples would find it challenging working with their spouses and couldn’t fathom doing life and a career together. Today's guests, David E. &am...
Second Chance Around (Guests: Titia & JWayne Owens)
16 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The divorce rate for second marriages in the United States is over 60%. Yet, many second-timers optimistically retake the vows of happily ever after. ...
Be You (Guest: Tashara S. Parker)
09 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In a world full of inauthenticity the most powerful state of consciousness exist in being you. “Be You” is an encouraging episode with newscaster ...
Single Again? (Guest: LaToya London)
02 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You thought the relationship was going to last forever. Unfortunately, forever had an expiration date, and you're left trying to pick up the pieces of...
Knowing My Why (Guests: LaTerria, Armani, & LaDarrion)
25 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is the most personal conversation one can have as Laterras allows the audience to share an intimate sitdown with his children. “Why” comes fr...
Purpose Partners (Guests: Karega & Felicia Bailey)
18 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Choosing the right mate to do life with is the most pivotal decision one can make. Marriage comes with many challenges and having a “Purpose Partner...
Abstain To Gain (Guest: Lestine Bell)
11 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Is waiting to have sex just a religious ideology or is there actual value in abstaining? Lestine Bell, a minister of the gospel, is the most benefitti...
To Thine Own Self Be True (Guest: Terry)
30 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
For the Season One finale, Laterras is forced to have a face-to-face conversation with himself after his alter ego, Terry, crashes the podcast. This i...
Love On Life Support (Guest: Angie Stone)
24 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been guilty of trying to hold on to a relationship past the expiration date? Sometimes, we do everything in our power to breathe life in...
Advertising for Love (Guest: Vashaad Randolph)
16 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We are inundated with ads vying for our attention to purchase one item after another. However, have you ever seen an advertisement seeking a candidate...
No Recipe for Love (Guest: Kevin Curry)
09 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Rarely do you hear men verbalize the dream of being married. Kevin Curry, the man behind the brand Fit Men Cook, is an internationally acclaimed chef ...
Unrealistic Unmet Expectations (Guests: Diane & Charles Wolford)
02 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
One of the biggest issues couples face is unmet expectations. Have we ever considered the possibility of those expectations being unrealistic? Today’...
Opposite-Sex Friendships in a Relationship (Guest: Lady Jade)
19 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How do you feel about your significant other having friends of the opposite sex? This is a touchy subject that poses several questions surrounding the...
Don't Ignore Red Flags (Guest: Renee Fowler Hornbuckle)
05 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How many times have you ignored suspect behavior from your love interest? As things unfolded, you recognized that peculiar behavior was actually a red...
What Is Greater Than Love?
29 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
My journey of self-discovery has challenged me to unlearn some things. I dug deep and came to the realization this thing is greater than love. Open yo...
Weakness vs Wickedness (Guest: Nurisha Liggins)
22 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Be careful not to mistake a person’s weakness for their wickedness. On today’s episode, we’re going deep with Nurisha Liggins as she sheds insig...
Heal, Brother Heal! (Guest: Jay Barnett)
15 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
“Just suck it up.” “Get over it!” “Men don’t cry.” These are some of the many phrases yelled at the male species anytime pain is thrust ...
When You Know (Guests: Keyana & Cory)
08 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There are some men who play the field for a lifetime. Then there are some who step up to the plate and hit a home run after crossing paths with the wo...
Dirty Thirty (Guest: Lauren Rodgers)
01 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Statistics say if a woman hasn’t married by the age of 30, the odds of ever getting married declines considerably. (By the way, who makes this stuff...
Timing Is Everything (Guest: K.C. Fox)
17 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Often referred to as the Olivia Pope of the “Black Lives Matter Movement,” our guest today is K.C. Fox. This multi-hyphenate owns several business...
How to Love a Black Man
03 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The world is in chaos and we need love to heal our nation. As a black man, we feel so much hate from our white counterparts just because of the color ...
Purpose vs. Preference (Guest: Rickyl Wesson)
27 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When choosing a love interest, do you ever consider purpose versus your preference? Do you really know what is important to you? What if it's not wrap...
To Cheat or NOT to Cheat (Guest: Joey Greco)
20 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Having an affair oftentimes causes irreparable damage to a couple’s trust. Many ignore the warning signs before engaging in the adulterous act. The ...
Successfully Single (Guest: Tiffany Wade)
13 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a difference between being successful as a single and becoming “successfully single”. We’ll discuss the later with today’s guest, Ti...
Love Heals (Guests: Darian Elliott & Bruce Briggz)
06 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Love has the power to heal. She's a divorcee, a sexual abuse overcomer, and a mother of two. He's six years her junior and comes from a family heritag...
Cause I Love You (Guests: Lenny & Deborah Williams)
29 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Zsa Zsa Gabor and Felipe DeAlba’s marriage lasted less than 24 hours. Sounds ridiculous, huh? Goes to show you how challenging the relationship beco...
Know Your Appraisal
22 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Why do some of us seek external validation to determine our internal value? Have you ever found yourself in an argument with a lover and stated, “Yo...
Singleness Is Quarantine
15 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's my birthday. We're on quarantine. My singleness is making this quarantine extremely lonely. Should I get a temporary quarantine bae or fight thes...
Introduction
02 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You've read my Dear Future Wifey letters. Now it's time to delve deeper into matters of the heart with the launch of the new podcast.See omnystudio.co...