LoveJames Podcast

In this episode of the LoveJames Podcast, we dive deep into the age-old question: Is love enough? Join us as we unpack the complexities of romance and relationships, and explore what it truly means for love to be sufficient in the real world. Episode Highlights: The Myth vs. Reality of Love: We debunk common misconceptions about love and romance, and discuss the difference between idealized notion...

Welcome back to Episode 7 of the LoveJames Podcast, where we dive deep into the waters of attraction and physical intimacy, and how they're underpinned by the spiritual and emotional connections that bind us. This episode, we're unpacking the layers of what truly fuels our physical relationship, going beyond the surface to explore the foundation of genuine intimacy. In This Episode: Beyond...

In this episode, we get into the impactful role that appreciation and gratitude play in nurturing a strong, resilient, and loving marriage. Plus, we’re thrilled to introduce our latest creation, the Love Ledger: Keeping a Record of Right. It's a 3-Year Journal designed to revolutionize how couples connect and cherish each other's presence in their lives. Why This Episode Is a Must-Listen:...

"The Dance of Offense & Forgiveness" explores the intricate steps couples must take to navigate the challenges of hurt and reconciliation in marriage. Through this dance, we uncover the layers of understanding, empathy, and, ultimately, the choice to forgive that can transform a relationship. Whether you're currently navigating the tricky waters of offense in your relationship or...

In this episode of Season 4, "Independence, Co-Dependence, or Interdependence?" Andrew and Juli-Anne tackle the intricate dynamics of relationships, dissecting the concepts of independence, co-dependence, and interdependence. This episode aims to shed light on the delicate balance between self-reliance and mutual support that healthy relationships thrive on. Whether navigating a new rela...

This episode gets real about what it takes to make room for the love you want. Andrew and Juli-Anne dive into the tough stuff: letting go of the past, embracing your partner's perspective, and ensuring friends and family respect your relationship boundaries. No fluff, just the raw truths from their own lives on how they keep building a solid relationship. Inside This Episode: Cutting Ties: How...

Welcome back to the LoveJames Podcast, where we dive deep into the heart of relationships and the journey of self-discovery within them. In this second episode of Season 4, hosts Andrew and Juli-Anne James explore a critical aspect of partnership often overlooked: the version of ourselves that we commit to being when we choose our partners. Why This Episode Is a Must-Listen: In any committed relat...

Welcome to the premiere of Season 4 of the LoveJames Podcast, In this opening episode, hosts Andrew and Juli-Anne James invite you to rethink and renew your perception of what it means to be married and to be married well. Whether you're single on the lookout, newlywed, have celebrated decades together, or are somewhere in between, this episode offers fresh perspectives on making your marriage...

Let's get married, build a house, buy a business and have a baby all at the same time! This season we are talking with couples from all over who have been married for various different lengths of time. These are all couples that we've journeyed with in some way or another, and we want you to hear from them about what's really real when it comes to being married. We'll discuss their greatest marita...

Let's bet on us.  This season we are talking with couples from all over who have been married for various different lengths of time. These are all couples that we've journeyed with in some way or another, and we want you to hear from them about what's really real when it comes to being married. We'll discuss their greatest marital challenge, how they are working to overcome it and what they'v...

"It is not a lack of love, but a lack of friendship that makes unhappy marriages." – Nietzsche This season we are talking with couples from all over who have been married for various different lengths of time. These are all couples that we've journeyed with in some way or another, and we want you to hear from them about what's really real when it comes to being married. We'll discuss their greates...

Patience is a virtue but be quick to forgive. This season we are talking with couples from all over who have been married for various different lengths of time. These are all couples that we've journeyed with in some way or another, and we want you to hear from them about what's really real when it comes to being married. We'll discuss their greatest marital challenge, how they are working to over...

Marriage is as much about learning as it is about unlearning. This season we are talking with couples from all over who have been married for various different lengths of time. These are all couples that we've journeyed with in some way or another, and we want you to hear from them about what's really real when it comes to being married. We'll discuss their greatest marital challenge, how they are...

Can you compromise? This season we are talking with couples from all over who have been married for various different lengths of time. These are all couples that we've journeyed with in some way or another, and we want you to hear from them about what's really real when it comes to being married. We'll discuss their greatest marital challenge, how they are working to overcome it and what they've l...

Are you a beast??? This season we are talking with couples from all over who have been married for various different lengths of time. These are all couples that we've journeyed with in some way or another, and we want you to hear from them about what's really real when it comes to being married. We'll discuss their greatest marital challenge, how they are working to overcome it and what they've le...

Welcome (back) to the lovejames Podcast! This season we are talking with couples from all over who have been married for various different lengths of time. These are all couples that we've journeyed with in some way or another, and we want you to hear from them about what's really real when it comes to being married. We'll discuss their greatest marital challenge, how they are working to overcome...

It's an important question that we are really only thinking about 11 years later. We're inviting you to ask yourself and your spouse this question also. And, if you're not married yet, we're giving you the scoop on what we think is the ONLY reason that you should ever get married. Curious? Hit play and let's talk! Talk back to us through email (podcast@thejameses.ca), Facebook (lovejames Podcast),...

We've all heard the stats. Finances, and arguments about money are one of the most consistent leading causes of divorce and marital stress and failure. So, we're sharing our perspective with you on this major issue. As always, we're sharing some of our personal experiences and views, with the hope that something we say is helpful. Don't forget to talk back to us through email (podcast@thejameses.c...

On this episode we discuss the positive and negative role that can be played by your family of origin, and the boundary line in between those two roles. We share some of our own personal experiences with each other's parents, and the strategies we employ as a couple to stay within the boundary. 

On this episode of lovejames, we're reflecting on the last eleven years together, the years preceding those eleven years, some lessons learned, and the difference between a relationship and a true partnership. Connect with us on social media @formorelovejames  |  lovejames podcast. Email us at podcast@thejameses.ca

This week we sit down with Reverend Marva Tyndale to discuss faith, and the role of God in marriage. Rev. Tyndale, or “auntie Marva” as we call her, has been a great support for us from the beginning of our own marriage. We hope her words also encourage you.

Why do we assume that having knock-down, drag-out fights is a natural and even necessary part of being married? I mean, sure, we will disagree, but can we disagree productively? On this episode, we share our fight history, and what we've learned from it. Disclaimer: On the lovejames podcast, we talk about love. Abuse is not love. It is one person in a relationship having power and control over the...

In season one (episode 2), we talked about doing a whole episode on self-awareness. Well, here it is! Self-awareness is defined as "conscious knowledge of one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires." We'll talk about some of our own personal definitions of self-awareness, but more importantly, why we believe it is critical to great relationships. Don't forget to talk back to us. Let us kn...

In the era of COVID-19, we’re hearing that lots of couples are feeling the burn of having to be locked down together. Is this highlighting previously ignored issues around compatibility? We explore this idea and talk about what compatibility means, how to assess it and how to create it! Yes. You can create compatibility. Take a listen.

PART TWO: By popular request--the singles episode! We sit down with two twenty-somethings to get a sense of what it's like to be single in today's environment. Danielle and O'Shane share their perspectives and their questions, and we end up recording two whole episodes. Take a listen and tell us what you think about these two.