Marriage Therapy Radio

Ep 123 Getting it Right vs Being Right

22 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura discuss some of their favorite clients. Laura tries to convince you to listen to a different podcast. They then discuss the importance ...

Ep 122 The Hamilton Question

15 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura have to work out their own communication conflicts. Laura is headed out on a great adventure and Zach is welcoming back his kids. They ...

Ep 121 Love in the Time of the Coronavirus

08 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

With Laura out gallivanting around the Northwest in her RV Zach is sharing a recording of a talk he did for ParentMap It's full of valuable takeawa...

Ep 120 Good Defenses

01 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Laura controls the weather and gets into a great intense conversation with her husband about switching household roles. Zach is pretty certain he is n...

Ep 119 The Truth About Marriage with Roger Nygard

23 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura hop straight into a great conversation with Roger Nygard, filmmaker, author, and producer, about his latest project, The Truth About Ma...

Ep 118 Speaking in Code

16 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Zach is mayor of grouchy town but he solved a Rubik's Cube. Laura shares her creative spellings. They go on to discuss the importance of having code l...

Ep 117 Tapping into Your Inner Adult

11 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Laura is obsessed with Magnificent Sex. Zach is starting some stuff and counting cats. They go on to discuss the work of Terry Real and the impact it ...

Ep 116 Listener Question on Pot

02 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura discuss the odd ending of last week's show. Zach is celebrating over 1 million views on the Vanity Fair videos. They field a call from ...

Ep 115 Selfish or Self-Care

28 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Zach is super proud of his kids. Laura shares about some of the Vanity Fair video that ended up on the cutting room floor. They go on to discuss the d...

Ep114 Self Love with Jonathon Aslay

19 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Zach finally put the doors on his shed.Both he and Laura showered today, but for different reasons. They move on to discuss self love and self care wi...

Ep 113 Dream, Discuss, Decide

12 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Laura is stocking up on bikes. Zach is spotting pigs in his neighborhood. They discuss what it looks like to bring on a new client. They go on to disc...

Ep 112 Better Sex Through Mindfulness | with Dr. Lori Brotto

05 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura discuss a recent video they created with Vanity Fair. Check it out, it's a really fun look at relationships in Disney films. They then ...

Ep 111 What's your Next

29 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Zach opens up about some of his struggles in this time and the importance of getting his own therapy. Laura joins him in discussing the importance of ...

Ep 110 Stop Being so Helpful

21 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Zach is building stuff around the house. Laura wants him to drive down and build her some planter boxes while she reads. They then address a listeners...

Ep 109 Maybe it's Grief

14 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

After a couple dad jokes, Zach and Laura discuss a bit how they are dealing with working out while quarantined. They talk about order, grief, relation...

Ep 108 Listener Questions

08 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura discuss what Beyonce, Goonies, Tiger King, and hot tubs have in common. They go on to address a number of listener questions that have...

Ep 107 Stir Crazy

31 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Zach is a bit grumpy. Laura is feeling really positive. Zach has a movie recommendation and the two of them contemplate who might want to be a guest o...

Ep 106 Birdhouse for your Soul

24 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Laura's kid starts us off with some solid dad jokes. She and Zach go on to discuss self care and creating sacred spaces for yourself and for your rela...

Ep105 The Inevitable Podcast about Relationships in the Age of the Zombie Apocalypse

17 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Recorded almost a week ago, Zach and Laura discuss the Coronavirus, OJ, oysters, and turning toward your partner. They also have a generous offer for ...

Ep 104 Fight, Flight, or Freeze

10 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura touch base real quick on the Coronavirus. Laura has a long run she's preparing for. They announce some upcoming live virtual training ...

Ep 103 Asking for What you Want

03 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Zach is worn out from fighting with a woman (in his martial arts class). Laura is basking in the late winter sun. They discuss common dreams and parti...

Ep 102 - How to Ruin Your Marriage

25 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Laura is heading to Hawaii and a little annoyed that her husband will be golfing every day. Zach is headed to Mexico and will be seeing his private ma...

Ep 101 - Keeping the Relationship Strong When You are Hustling at Work

19 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Zach is away with his family so Laura is sharing a recording of a keynote she recently gave to door-to-door salespeople. These folks are highly commit...

Ep 100 - We Celebrate 100 Episodes

12 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Zach just finished his taxes, has already spent his refund and is headed on vacation. Laura is working on her taxes... from a few years ago. Together ...

Ep 99 - Date Night with Tyler Turk

04 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Laura kicks us off with a dad joke. She and Zach go on to discuss desire and creating desire in your partner. This leads to the importance of date nig...

Ep 98 - ADHD with Dr. Ari Tuckman

28 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Zach is sporting a 14 year old girl's headband. Laura shares about caring for aging parents. With guest Dr.  Ari Tuckman, they go on to discuss the i...

Ep 97 - Great Questions

22 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura discuss their shower and workout schedules. Let's just say, one of them likes to "stew". Zach is in the home stretch of a new project. ...

Ep 96 - Parenting Teen Girls

14 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Zach's 17 and 13 year old daughters join him for this week's podcast. They discuss what it's like to be a teen today and how parents can better connec...

Ep 95 - Try it This Way

03 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura recount their respective New Year's Eve celebrations. Zach has a couple gripes and Laura isn't quite sure about science. They go on to...

Ep 94 - Holiday Grab Bag

24 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Laura is dressed like an elf -sorry this is not a visual medium-. Zach took a tumble. Vasectomy gets discussed at length. Laura introduces a cool expe...

Ep 93 - Laura's Holiday Blues

10 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Laura discloses that she has been feeling a bit down with the holidays and her current move. She and Zach discuss a bit of what might be behind that w...

Ep 92 - Man's Burden

03 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What does "Your Face" have to do with a playful disagreement? Zach shares his strategies. He and Laura also talk about their relationships with you, t...

Ep 91 - Sharing the Load of the Relationship

20 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Laura is jogging from her son's house to school and back twice a day. That's about the same about of jogging Zach has done in the last year. They go o...

Ep 90 - Couples that Work Together

07 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach just got out of therapy and is having all the feels. Laura's thinking about starting her own therapy as well. They discuss the complexities of ha...

Ep 89 - Considering Relational Life Therapy

30 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura discuss Halloween and the MANY parties that accompany. Zach thinks Laura would be a VSCO girl. Zach relays an eavesdropped conversati...

Ep 88 - Coupling with Purpose

23 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach has limited his beverage choices. Laura is getting settled in her new town. After some interviews they reconnect and discuss the what it is to ha...

Ep 87 - Addiction Recovery with Dr. Bob Navarra

15 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach & Laura sit down for a conversation with Dr. Robert Navarra. Bob is a Certified Gottman Therapist, Master Trainer, Consultant, Speaker, and Maste...

Ep 86 - Anatomy of Marriage

02 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura get to team up with Melanie and Seth of the Anatomy of Marriage Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 85 - Playing with Your Partner

24 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach is back to coaching soccer, but this time for boys. Laura is planning some upcoming trips and is a bit nervous about her largest speaking gig com...

Ep 84 - Blended Families with Beth Wylie

17 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura have a great conversation with Beth Wylie. Beth is a long time friend who is also an expert on blended families.  Learn more about you...

Ep 83 - The Importance of Predictability

10 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura quickly catch up on all that has been going on in their lives the last month or so. Laura details upcoming topics. They go on to discus...

Ep 82 - We've Had This Fight Before | An interview with Dr. Claudia Grauf-Grounds

27 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach interviews Dr. Claudia Grauf-Grounds, author of We've Had This Fight Before. You may recognize that book title from Zach's previous "review" of ...

Ep 81 - Let's Talk Relationships

22 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Laura is away in Europe so we get to hear a replay of a live radio interview with Zach this week. He was a guest on Let's Talk Relationships. They int...

Ep 80 - The 4 Horsemen with Art of Charm

13 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Laura is away in Europe for vacation so while she is away we will be playing a couple of solo shows. This first one is a rebroadcast of The Art of Cha...

Ep 79 Happy Endings

06 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach shares why root canals are fantastic. Laura isn't buying it, but strangely offers to clean Zach's teeth.  A major transition in Laura's life spa...

Ep 78 Book Recommendations

30 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach is wearing a hoodie in July. Laura is getting her investing on. They go on to share what they are currently reading and offer some book recommend...

Ep 77 Hot Cheetos - Worth Fighting For?

23 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Laura brags about her golf game. Zach shares about his unnamed friend with good fashion and a boat. They go on to discuss a listener question regardin...

Ep 76 Infidelity - The Involved Partner

18 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach gets Laura up to speed on the World Cup. Laura is dropping some Lbs, but not for a good reason. They go on to address the involved partner of an ...

Ep 75 Premarital Therapy - Why Bother

09 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Laura had a nice stay-cation. Zach isn't quite sure where is youngest daughter is. They go on to discuss is premarital therapy is worth it and what it...

Ep 74 How to Take a Break.

02 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach shares a bit of his experience helping facilitate The Art and Science of Love workshop for The Gottman Institute. Laura gets Zach to commit to a ...

Ep 73 Reunions and Parting

25 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura don't see eye to eye on dog park etiquette. They discuss an outdoor adventure for couples and awkward proposals. They then provide some...

Ep72 Do You Validate?

18 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura reflect on the future (weird, I know). They go on to talk about he importance of validating feelings.    Learn more about your ad ch...

Ep71 How to say Yes and No at the same time

11 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Laura had to kick her husband out (don't worry it was just out of the studio so she could record.) Zach extols the power of checking off your to do li...

Ep 70 Be an Action Taker in Your Marriage

04 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura discuss their Memorial Day Weekend getaways. Both got out into nature with their families. They look forward to their workshop in June ...

Ep 69 Interview with Sex Therapist Tina Schermer Sellers, PhD

28 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura discuss what chaffed nipples, stylish hair, and sexy times have in common. They go on to have an in depth interview with sex therapist ...

Ep 68 Listener Question

21 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Laura is taking care of her gut. Zach is loving individual therapy. We get a great dad joke from listener Dustin's son. They go on to discuss a questi...

Ep 67 Social Media Breakup

14 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Laura gets a truck. Zach grills Laura on her dog buying process. Zach is growing out his hair and cleaning up his house. They go on to discuss how to ...

Ep 66 Masturbation

07 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura discuss their sleep habits. Zach is switching it up and Laura is afraid she is getting older. She shares some interesting beliefs about...

Ep 65 The 4 Habits of a Joy Filled Marriage

30 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach tells us about his blanket fort he retreats to from time to time. Laura completed her first half marathon. And they welcome their first guest, Ch...

Ep 64 Expectations of Your Partner

23 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Laura's husband is working from home and she has found that their expectations about what daily life should look like are not totally aligned. Zach sh...

Ep 63 The One Question Experiment

16 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach's daughter was in a TV show. Laura is training for a half marathon and taking a break from social media with great results. They go on to discuss...

Ep 62 Breaking Up is Hard to Do

09 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

  Zach and Laura are excited to announce their first real sponsor, Ana Luisa. You can find their fine jewelry and get an exclusive discount at   h...

Ep 61 Sleep Tight

02 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach is finishing up some food. Laura just returned from a great ski trip. Zach unpacks his last teaching gig. They go on to discuss your sleeping arr...

Ep 60 We've Had This Fight Before

19 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura recount the ways Jimmy John's has saved them from hunger. Laura is heading off road with her new trailer, while Zach is booking last mi...

Ep 59 Maintaining Connection while Traveling

13 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Laura's workout's just upped their intensity for a very specific reason. Zach questions whether it is ok for him to compliment a stranger. They go on ...

Ep 58 Anger Management

05 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Laura gets a new backpack which sends Zach immediately into song sending them on a karaoke song one-upping. They go on to discuss how to manage anger ...

Ep 57 Finances

26 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Laura circles back to the principle of rewarding desired behavior, noting that is has caused Zach to be more punctual. Zach is proud of his daughter a...

Ep 56 Are you Lovable?

19 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week Zach is digging out of a snow storm and hoping the kids get back to school soon, while Laura's mom is LOVING here snow days. Laura has to of...

Ep 55 Defensiveness

06 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A snow day is gave Zach the opportunity to introduce his kids to the wonders of Monty Python. Laura is NOT finding it funny and is more than a little ...

Ep 54 Sexual Desire

30 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura discuss their preferred work attire when meeting with remote clients. Zach is looking for something to look forward to so Laura invites...

Ep 53 When one partner is leaning out

22 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Laura is feeling a bit grouchy, but rising to the occasion. Zach shares his secret for loving every Christmas gift he ever receives. They go on to dis...

Ep 52 Marriage Hacks

16 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura celebrate one years worth of weekly podcasts. Laura can't leave the house as she cares for a new puppy. Zach is sending his daughter of...

Ep 51 New Year's Intentions

08 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura kick off the new year reflecting on the importance of intentions.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 50 Sex

28 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Laura's dog gets a name. Zach is grieving that loss of an important part of his life. They go on to discuss how to navigate differing points of view o...

Ep 49 Happy Festivus

18 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Zach has had a busy day with clients. Laura spent some of her day upside down, and she wrote a joke. They discuss their holiday traditions and importa...

Ep 48 Couples on the Brink

12 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura is getting excited for the new year and closing in on episode 52, one full year of weekly podcasts. Zach shares a winter dad joke. A Gr...

Ep 47 Dealing with Resentment

04 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura start the show with a bit of a disagreement about punctuality. Zach shares that his daughter is in a new TV show debuting next year. La...

Ep46 Warm Fuzzies and Cold Pricklies

28 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura catch up after a busy Thanksgiving break. Zach goes on to share some important relationship principles he learned as a kid.  Learn mor...

Ep45 Listener Questions

20 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura find commonality in rap and dark meat. They reflect on the recent workshop. They go on to respond to listener emails. Learn more about ...

Ep44 Divorce

07 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura jump right in to discussing divorce.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep43 The Goal of Conflict

29 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Laura went for a great (and painful) run while Zach took a nap. Zach then shares one of the greatest statements that has impacted not only his work as...

Ep42 Housework & Aging

23 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Zach is podcasting from the kitchen today and it sparks a great conversation about the impact of housework on your relationship. Laura tells us that t...

Ep41 Insecurity and Jealousy

17 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Laura tries to figure out what movie she is thinking of. Zach does a half-hearted impersonation of Robin Williams. Zach shows his handy abilities by c...

Ep 40 Saying Yes to Your Partner

09 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Zach is feeling groggy after sleeping in a bit late. Laura is back from an amazing trip to Iceland, except for the food poisoning. They go on to discu...

Ep 39 - The First Therapeutic Conversations

19 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Laura got a TON of sleep after a last minute trip to get a passport. Zach's brother is in town. His daughter passed her drivers test, but Laura found ...

Ep38 – Listener Questions

12 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Zach gives us an update on his triathlon. Laura is exploring the deep recesses of Netflix. They go on to tackle a number of listener questions. Learn ...

Ep37 – Marriage Retreats

28 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

After a couple weeks away Zach and Laura catch up on what's going on. Zach is getting his health on and giving away lbs. Laura becomes the mom she nev...

Ep36 – The Usefulness of Premarital Counseling

14 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Laura is headed up to Seattle, while Zach leaves for the Jersey Shore. Zach busts out some dad jokes. They go on to discuss the importance of knowing ...

Ep35 – Perpetual Problems

07 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Zach gets to sleep in for the first time this summer. Laura is rocking some new morning routines. After a quick Frozen musical interlude they go on to...

Ep34 – The Four Horsemen

30 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Zach is feeling great and loving the sun. Laura shares how she doesn't buy cloths off the rack, but rather off a person.  They go on to share 4 marke...

Ep33 - Your Experience is Valid

25 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Laura needs to shower. Zach looks like the uni-bomber. Summer is in full swing with family members and kids headed in different directions. Zach and L...

Ep32 – Your Marriage Social Network

10 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Laura shoots a pilot. Zach continues training for his triathlon. They then discuss the importance of a social network, both for each individual in a m...

Ep31 – Help, my Partner has Changed

13 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Laura loves to pack and Zach fixed his flashlight. They go on to tackle a tough listener question about managing differences when your partner has gon...

Ep30 – Play

05 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Laura is headed to Iceland. When Zach's magician changes plans he decides instead to compete in a triathlon. (You read that sentence correctly) Althou...

Ep29 – The Secret to Good Communication

21 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Laura's love for speedos get her in trouble with the grammar police. Zach's gets called out on church attendance by his pastor. They go on to share gr...

Ep28 – What is the Purpose of Your Marriage?

15 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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Ep27 – Out of the Comfort Zone

07 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Laura is flying solo in this episode. She shares with us how important is it to stretch ourselves by stepping outside our comfort zones. Although we m...

Ep26 - Listener Question

30 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and Laura tackle a question from a listener. Laura acknowledges a fear of The Wizard of OZ and Zach shares how he got his name.  Learn more abou...

Ep25 - Break of Trust

24 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Zach is a good son and surprises his mom on her birthday. Laura extols the unintended benefits of  anesthesia. They each discuss their love for and ...

Ep24 – Emotional Currency

17 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Spring has arrived for Laura. Zach is still stuck in second winter in Seattle. They discuss Easter traditions and Costco scalloped potatoes. Sparked ...