The Newlywed Show

Announcement- see you in October!

05 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In order to give you the best content possible, the podcast will be transitioning to a season format instead of a weekly one. Here I explain a little ...

How To Not Fight on Vacation Throwback

28 Jul 2021

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Understanding Adam and Eve's Marriage ft. Milkmaid's Honey

07 Jul 2021

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Zach's Tips for Soon-To-Be Dads

04 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Zach’s turn to take the mic as he gives husbands and fathers all the things he wishes he had known before pregnancy and parenthood. Zach tak...

Honoring Your Postpartum ft. Sofia Jacobsen

23 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Grace brings back professional doula, Sofia Jacobsen, to talk about all things postpartum, and introduce Sofia’s new online course.Women are so amaz...

Demon Dialogues ft. Dr. Scott Woolley, PhD

16 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Grace welcomes back Dr. Scott Woolley for this week's episode to discuss negative patterns couples develop in dealing with conflict. Dr. Woolley ...

How's That Budget Working For Ya?

09 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Budgeting can be so hard, with every guru having a different system, and most of them are, well, complicated. This week I convinced Zach to come and s...

Summer Love Language Date Ideas

02 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I give you some fun (mostly) free summer date ideas according to what your spouse's love language is, and I also share a little idea of how to ho...

Family History Has Scientific Benefits?!

27 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What did I do this weekend that got me thinking about family history? What can family history teach you about your spouse? How can it improve your mar...

The Criticism/Defensiveness Spiral Sucks

20 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and I share our personal story of how we would get stuck in the criticism/defensiveness spiral with each other and how we got out of it, with a s...

Political Differences in Marriage ft. Dr. Jeremy Boden

12 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Jeremy Boden comes on to discuss how to best navigate political differences within marriage.Links mentioned:https://www.drjeremyboden.com/https://...

I Like You Even When I Don't Love You

05 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

One of my favorite pieces of marriage advice to give young couples is, "Don't underestimate the power of liking each other even when you don...

10 Marriage Myths

28 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and I snuggle up in an ancient armchair so I can get his live reactions to ten marriage myths and some encouraging marriage statistics! You can k...

Infertility and the ABC-X Stress and Coping Model

21 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In honor of National Infertility Awareness Week, I talk about some basics around what infertility is and how common it is, quotes from celebrities add...

Can Couples Therapy Really Help With This? ft. Chelsea Petersen Part 2

14 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Chelsea Petersen, couples therapist and owner of Cache Valley Counseling, describes how to re-ignite "pretty good" marriages, how marriages ...

Can Couples Therapy Really Help With This? ft. Chelsea Petersen Part 1

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Chelsea Petersen, couples therapist and owner of Cache Valley Counseling, talks about how couples fall out of love, why she became a couples therapist...

Pregnancy Prep Real Talk

31 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I have thought about the content of this episode for a loooong time! Zach and I discuss both practical things to talk about as a couple before decidin...

Terrible Marriage Advice and What to Do Instead

24 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Zach and I discuss six VERY common pieces of marriage advice-that are actually terrible! Why are they terrible? Do they have any kernels of truth in t...

We're Baaaack!

08 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hello, I have missed you! We will back with our regularly scheduled Wednesday episodes March 24th, but in the meantime listen for a few updates!

12 Days of Valentines Report

26 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Grace and Zach report on their 12 Days of Valentines, a tradition they introduced in Episode 40.  Find out which activity they improvised and which a...

Anxiety During Engagement and Moving in Together ft. Dr. Scott Woolley, PhD

22 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Grace's husband Zach hosts the show today, interviewing Dr. Scott Woolley on a variety of marital topics. His first question is on anxiety during...

Fast, Easy, Delicious Newlywed Cooking Tips

13 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s topic involves a relentless obligation: feeding ourselves. Grace shares her tips for making meals that are cost-effective, healthy, quick, a...

The Genius of Brene Brown

06 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Grace and Zach sit down to share the definitions of Brené Brown’s most important concepts. They would not be married without the work of researcher...

Seven Essential Principles to Building Your Forever Together ft. Dr. Jeremy Boden, PhD LMFT

29 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Jeremy Boden PhD, LMFT joins the show to share “The Most Comprehensive Online Marriage Preparation Program for Christian and LDS Couples.” The...

12 Days of Valentines Inspiration

23 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Grace and Zach bring you a Valentine’s Day episode! (Yes, already! You’ll hear why.) Grace tells the story of their first Valentine’s Day togeth...

Why What You Eat Before Pregnancy Matters ft. Ryann Kipping of @prenatalnutritionist

15 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is Ryann Kipping, a clinically trained Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Lactation Educator, and author of The Feel-Good Pr...

Prepping the Marriage for Pregnancy and Parenthood ft. Sofia Jacobsen of @themotherseed

08 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sofia Jacobsen (a.k.a. Sofie), a labor and postpartum doula, joins the show to guide couples through preparing for pregnancy and parenting. She’s be...

Getting Out of a Relationship Funk

03 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Happy 2020! Today Grace brings you strategie on how to reconnect and get out of a relationship funk. Let’s get a good year going! Grace gives an upd...

Podcasts and Audiobooks for a Better Marriage

18 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today Grace and Zach share a variety of audiobooks and podcasts that may help you in your marriage and life. This week’s “We’re in it With Ya”...

In-Laws Invading! In-Laws Invading! ft. Dr. Scott Woolley

11 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Couples therapist Dr. Scott Woolley returns to the show to discuss how to deal with intrusive in-laws. The interview is preluded by Grace and Zach’s...

Balancing Traditions, Families, and Finances During the Holidays

04 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Grace and Zach are back, with tips on how to handle holiday traditions, balance family time, and keeping the gifts inexpensive but meaningful. They ki...

Service and Body Image: the Holiday Editions

20 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Grace and Zach settle down to have a conversation about serving as a couple and handling body image on Thanksgiving. They first talk about how serving...

Recognizing Trauma and Why You Need To ft. BeckyLynn Spotten

11 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Grace’s guest today is BeckyLynn Spotten, a therapist specializing in trauma. BeckyLynn first defines trauma, and explains how it’s linked to our ...

Managing Money as Emotional Beings ft. Dan and Mikayla Ockey

06 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The founders of Centsei Financial Mikayla and Dan Ockey come onto the show to give tips on finding cohesion in finances as a couple. Before diving in,...

Discovering Pornography Betrayal Moment By Moment and Seeing Beyond the Moment ft John Brailsford, PhD

30 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. John Brailsford, therapist of twenty years, comes onto the show to discuss how unhealthy relationship dynamics often form when a spouse is struggl...

So One of You Wants Sex More Than the Other ft. Chelsea Petersen, LMFT

22 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Chelsea Peterson, a marriage and family therapist and owner of Cache Valley Counseling, joins Grace to discuss a long-awaited topic: how to understand...

What If We Barely See Each Other?? Part 2 ft. Lauren and Dr. Jason Jensen, M.D.

15 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is the sequel to Grace and Zach’s discussion with Jason and Lauren Jensen on keeping up a strong marriage during a busy life. Jason an...

What If We Barely See Each Other?? Part 1 ft. Lauren and Dr. Jason Jensen, M.D.

09 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jason and Lauren Jensen join Grace and Zach to share experiences and advice on having full schedules while maintaining a good relationship. Jason is i...

How Having Divorced Parents Can Impact Your Marriage ft. Marley and Jarom Madsen

02 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Marley and Jarom Madsen return to the show to give their perspectives on how divorced parents can affect marriage. Marley’s parents divorced when sh...

Why You Should Go into Debt ft. Jake Vause

25 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jake Vause joins Grace today to discuss an unusual but well informed financial philosophy. After sharing his background in finances, they start off by...

When One of You Has Been Married Before ft. Kaitlyn and Josh Jensen

18 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach hosts the show today, interviewing Josh and Kaitlyn Jensen on being in a marriage where one has been married before. Josh shares their first date...

The Couple’s Guide to Adjusting to Dietary Restrictions

11 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode brings Grace and Zach’s practical advice on handling a situation any couple may find themselves in at any time. After giving back...

Goal Setting and Life Planning in Marriage

04 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Despite technical difficulties, Grace and Zach sit down to discuss a topic they wish they’d had more information on early in marriage--goal-setting....

Long-Distance Marriage and Military Life ft. Ali Crane

21 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Grace’s friend Ali Crane sits down to share the tea on military life and long-distance marriage. Her husband of one year, Jaden, is a chaplain’s a...

How to Not Fight on Vacation and Wedding Disaster Would You Rather

14 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Grace and Zach Jensen sit down to give advice to any couples who may struggle during family vacations. (That is, if there are any but themselves--plea...

Affair-proofing your Marriage in an age of Social Media ft. Dr. Scott Woolley

07 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Scott Woolley, a marriage therapist who specializes in affairs, comes back onto the show to discuss the role the online world now plays in affairs...

Dealing with Differences ft. Meghan and Mickayeen Farner

31 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode features Meghan and Mickayeen Farner, joining Grace and Zach to share wisdom they’ve learned about reconciling differences between...

Living With In-Laws ft. Carolina Schubert

25 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Carolina Schubert joins Grace Jensen to give tips on living with in-laws. She is both a marriage coach with various certifications and has lived with ...

Wisdom from 38 Years of Marriage (a.k.a. Talk 2) ft Robin and Jan Jensen

17 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Zach Jensen and his parents Robin and Jan join Grace to share wisdom from thirty-eight years of marriage. They have a tradition of giving their kids a...

Building a Lasting Connection Part 2 ft. Dr. Rebecca Jorgensen

10 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Rebecca Jorgensen, a psychologist of over 30 years, joins Grace Jensen to complete this two part series on building a lasting connection. She shar...

Building a Lasting Connection Part 1 ft. Dr. Debi Gilmore

03 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The magnetic Dr. Debi Gilmore joins Grace Jensen for an episode packed with tools for building and maintaining bonds. We first hear about how Dr. Gil...

How to Fall in Love. . .and Fall BACK in Love with Dr. Scott Woolley

26 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

World-renowned couples therapist Dr. Scott Woolley joins his daughter Grace Jensen to explain the science behind falling in and out of love. Simply pu...

Mental Illness in Marriage ft. Jaimee Smart

19 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jaimee Smart (from episodes 7 and 8 on grief) returns to discuss mental health with Grace Jensen. Jaimee discovered through experience that once one p...

To the Wedding Night, and Beyond!

12 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Grace Jensen and her husband Zach discuss both the helpful conversations to have before having sex for the first time as well as things to keep in min...

Supporting a spouse through the unexpected death of a parent ft. Jaimee and Colton Smart

05 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is the second part to last week's episode, a continuation of the discussion of what to do when a spouse loses and parent, and how to...

Marrying into a Family when an In-Law has Passed Away ft. Jaimee and Colton Smart

29 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is part 1 of a 2-part series with Jaimee (@jaimeesmart) and Colton (@the.story.of.colton.smart) Smart. In this episode we talk about how ...

Grace and Zach's Love Story and the Inspiration Behind the Podcast

22 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Get to know the people behind the voices you've been hearing for the past few weeks! Grace and Zach sit down to discuss the lighthearted story of...

Being Students and Newlyweds

15 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Being newlyweds when you're both in school can be challenging because most of us weren't raised watching both of our parents manage the ebb ...

Maximizing Each Phase of the Wife's Monthly Cycle

08 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that there are actually four distinct phases of a woman’s menstrual cycle each month? Here are tips and tricks to use each phase to the...

Making Friends as a Couple ft. Marley and Jarom Madsen

01 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

You’re a newlywed, married to your best friend. After the honeymoon phase, you and your spouse are ready to make friends as a couple, but where to s...

Marriage after Sexual Abuse ft. Kelbie Sorensen

01 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

With marriage comes physical intimacy, but when a spouse is dealing with the repercussions of sexual abuse, this can bring up triggers and difficultie...

The Basics of Getting Along with In-Laws

26 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

One of the biggest adjustments for newlyweds is getting to know your new side of the family, especially the in-laws. Getting to know and building a re...