WE Blended & Blessed Podcast

In the world, especially in America, there is a common activity that is known for bringing families, friends, and strangers together, such as Sports especially our favorites such as Football, Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Cheer/Dance, etc. However, Blended Families often face issues when it comes to the participation of all parties including the kids, payments, coaching, fundraising, etc. In this...

Today, we discuss with Dr. Cornell Cornish, the owner of CTC Chiropractic. We cover the KEY to building a successful marriage, business, and blended family. We also discuss overcoming stigmas of building a business with your spouse, business expansion and healthy family units.  Let WE chat about it… Please be sure to like, follow, or leave us a comment on our Instagram page @weblendedandblessedpod...

In this episode of the WE Blended and Blessed Podcast, Wayne & Erica (WE) discuss the challenges of bringing custody cases to court with the Honorable Judge Calvin Johnson and Dr. Deidre D. Hayes, DSW, BCD, LCSW-BACS. We discuss the impacts of introducing the justice system in custody cases, legal fees, and the affects to children and parents alike. #weblendedandblessed #blendedfamily #podcast...

Let’s be honest how many times in life have we raised our hands to be corrected by our spouses, partners, parents, or teachers. Typically we do not, information is usually issued to us either voluntary or involuntary. Although we learn best when we are taught, guided, and/or counsoled on how to do a certain task via physical, written, or visual demonstration.  It can often land different positive...

Let’s face it, kids are going to do things that they will require correction, guidance, discipline, patience, love and Jesus! So what happens when you are faced with a situation, whereby you as the bonus parent need to provide or assist the bio parent with the the correction action and/or discipline required for bonus child. In some instances, this can go left real quick because we can be overprot...

In this episode, WE discuss the Superbowl but more importantly sports with your spouse, kids, and co-parent. WE uncover topics related to women enjoying sports with their partner, kids participating in sports (boys in football), and enjoying the sports moment with you co-parent.  Please be sure to like, follow, or leave us a comment on our Instagram page @weblendedandblessedpodcast | Facebook: WE...

In Season 3 episode 1, Wayne & Erica (WE) discuss the goal of marriage, the chase and how to make marriage cool again. The video version of this podcast can be found on our youtube.com channel  Please be sure to like, follow, or leave us a comment on our Instagram page @weblendedandblessedpodcast | Facebook: WE Blended & Blessed Podcast  | TikTok: @theguidrygang_ | Twitter: @webandbpod | e...

In the final episode of season 2, WE review the marathon of marriage with Mr. & Mrs. Thomas & Marla Williams. WE review their marathon of marriage as they approach 20 years of holy matrimony. In this episode we will cover the failing statistics of the black marriage in America, importance of having relationship with God in marriage, rearing of children, and traits to look for in your futur...

In this week’s episode, we continue our marriage series. Marrying young vs old, comparing and contrasting the differences age makes when making one of the biggest decisions of life. Our special guests this week are Mr. & Mrs. David and Shirelle  Lodge.  Let WE chat about it!  Please be sure to like, follow, or leave us a comment on our Instagram page @weblendedandblessedpodcast | Facebook: WE...

In this episode, we go beyond the blending of families, but the blending of cultures in marriage. Today we will discuss with Jorge & Deidre "Dede" Espinoza about blended cultures through their union, rearing of children, and bringing the families together through your union.  Please be sure to like, follow, or leave us a comment on our Instagram page @weblendedandblessedpodcast | Fac...

When you and your spouse are at the altar, there are many thoughts that come to mind, in particular, I'm about to spend the rest of my life together with this human. So after 6 to12 months of wedding planning, sometimes longer, for this lavish party with family and friends and then a honeymoon. The dust begins to settle and real life begins. The days of real work is here, as everything you do...

In marriages, there are many things that will cause distractions and/or disruptions in your relationship, if you let it. While divorce rates remain consistent with the typical issues being infidelity, sex, finances, communication, and now social media being named amongst the top marital issues per several online sites. In this episode, WE will talk about the pitfalls of increased phone usage, soci...

In this episode, WE take lessons from Cherie Harris, Brenda Donatto, and Greg Batiste on the topic of “Marriage: Until Death Do Us Part”. WE navigate the areas of losing our partners and the life after, raising kids, finances, and dating again.  Let WE chat about …  (Please note this 3 panel interview was conducted virtually and WE faced some technical difficulties with audio quality, apologies in...

The rearing of children doesn't come with a playbook, one that kids respond to 100% of the time. Just as parents make mistakes, kids do as well and require correction/redirection. So what does the correction/redirection look like in a blended household? Does it involve physical discipline or verbal correction, does the discipline change when bonus kids enter the picture? In this episode, WE w...

In a world with many options, people enter into relationships seeking many things, such as love & happiness, safety & security, validation, confirmation, partnership, completion, etc. the list goes on and on. But often times, one component is overlooked, spirituality. Understanding this connection with your partner can help either establish, rebuild or deepen your relationship with God. In...

Let's face it, the black community has been behind the eight-ball when it comes to seeking mental health services and implementing the teachings in our relationships and families. We have allowed labels such as seeing a shrink, labeled crazy and depressed. Today WE are joined by Dr. Donna Barnes of Gracefully Purposed Counseling to discuss mental health in marriages and blended families. Let...

In follow-up to last week's topic on gender roles, we discussed the number of households with two parents working and with the number on the rise. We would like to share our thoughts on work-life balance in marriages and families, where is the sweet spot? Men are known for having demanding careers, but what about woman, are they too at risk for imbalance. In this episode, we will review work-...

In recent trends, gender roles are being discussed as the evolution of the woman continues, which is leaving some men in the hot seat. While recent legislation has taken 100 steps backwards in women's rights, the role of women continues to evolve and no longer fit in the box defined by man from many years ago. In this episode, WE will chat about gender roles in today's society, roles in...

In our communities, several people are suffering with various mental health issues with no outlet and relief. Like adults, children also face challenges whereby they have trouble overcoming life challenges without access, knowledge or support to see medical professionals. Today we will chat with Tarkisha Wallace, LPC-S, NCC a mental health professional that specializes in children and adults. Let...

In this episode, WE will chat about irritating moments that occur during the course of a relationship. Some of these moments occur monthly due to forces of nature or freaks of nature one would say. These irritable moments can be devastating if not managed and communicated properly. Let WE chat about it and examine these moments and discuss ways to overcome them in your relationship. Please be sure...

Often times, there is pressure on children when their parent is a public figure, such as pastor of a large church. In this episode, WE will discuss growing up in a blended family with Erica, Alexis, Eric, and Jalen the children of Pastor Eric Williams of Beacon Light of Baton Rouge. We will discuss growing up in the church and the peaks and valleys of a blended family lifestyle.   Let WE chat abou...

In this episode, WE will cover "deadbeat dads", more importantly deadbeat parenting because there are some women out in these streets that are just trash. How do people become this way, are they born like this, raised like this, or manufactured due their environment as an adult? WE will cover the following: what is a deadbeat,  are they really a deadbeat? Do bitter/difficult mom's c...

In families, there is often times where major purchases need to occur for the family, spouse, children, etc. Depending on your personal financial situation, there is likely some discussions that need to occur prior to purchase. Families often setup joint accounts, separate accounts, minor accounts, etc. to cover all expenditures large or small. WE will give you a look into how we address expectati...

In this episode, we are joined by two special people in our debut interview. This couple hold multiple titles to us, our parents / in-laws / Pastor and First Lady. We are joined by Pastor Eric A. Williams and First Lady Iris Williams of Beacon Light of Baton Rouge, as we navigate discussions on marriage, blending of families, and parenting. We would love to hear from you, please hit us up at the f...

In this episode, WE will discuss cheating in relationships such as: What is cheating, why&how someone cheats, whose at fault for cheating, retaliation after cheating, forgiveness after cheating and ways to prevent from going down the road of cheating? Let WE chat about it! Please be sure to follow us  on:  Instagram @everythingiswe_nola                     Hit us up with any questions or comme...