Crafted

This week we’re diving into the unexpected changes that come with marriage, the parenting situations that put our patience and values to the test, and the complicated world of celebrity culture! What happens when your spouse isn't the person you thought you married? How would you handle your child talking back, bullying, or stealing? And have celebrities become too entitled to special treatmen...

This week we’re tackling some big questions about marriage, parenting, and pop culture! Is it healthy to expect your spouse to be your everything, or are we putting too much pressure on each other? Are today’s kids running the household, and how do we take back control without losing connection? Plus, we dive into the buzz surrounding Jay-Z and the Super Bowl halftime show. From marriage expectati...

Married couples shouldn’t have joint bank accounts. 💳 Women should lead the marriage. 👀 Spending big money on a wedding is a waste. 💍 Have you heard these takes before? or maybe you secretly agree with a few of them? 😂 This week on  The Crafted Podcast , we’re diving into some of the internet’s most  unpopular marriage opinions  and giving our takes after  16 years of marriage . Which ones mak...

This week’s episode is a mini-pod, but we promise you full size energy & laughs lol. 🎬 Lifestyle Segment: Daejon Love & The Scam of a Lifetime! We’re diving into the viral story of Daejon Love, a 35-year-old man accused of posing as a wealthy San Francisco 49ers wide receiver and successful real estate investor while allegedly scamming at least 26 women out of a combined $1.3 million. How...

This week’s episode is all about navigating changing expectations in marriage, parenting, and entertainment. We unpack why marriage may no longer feel like the ultimate relationship goal, share practical ways to parent strong-willed and argumentative kids without turning every moment into a battle, and give our take on Netflix’s  The Last House . From “I do” to “I’m not arguing with a child” to “D...

This week’s episode is all about the things that leave a lasting impact. We discuss how feeling seen and appreciated can strengthen a marriage, why social-emotional skills are just as important as academic success in preparing our kids for life, and we share our review of The Odyssey and why Christopher Nolan continues to redefine modern filmmaking. From relationships to parenting to storytelling,...

This week’s episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the realities of relationships, parenting, and today’s culture. We reflect on the unseen moments that have shaped our 16 years of marriage, debate whether traveling with kids is truly a vacation, and unpack the recent racist attacks directed at Chelsea Gray and the larger conversation about accountability in sports. It’s an honest discu...

This week’s episode is all about the legacy we leave and the reputation we build. We discuss how the health of your marriage quietly shapes your children’s future relationships, and we count down the biggest branding wins and blunders of 2026 so far; from celebrity controversies to corporate decisions that had everyone talking. It’s a conversation about influence, perception, and the lasting impac...

This week’s episode takes a closer look at why patterns repeat themselves; in marriage, parenting, and culture. We explore whether our grandparents’ marriages were truly better or simply built under different expectations, why our kids seem to struggle with the same behaviors despite countless reminders, and the debate surrounding Becky Hammon after the New York Knicks’ historic championship run....

This week’s episode is all about preparing for the future; in our marriages, with our children, and in the culture around us. We tackle the difficult question of when a marriage is worth fighting for and when it may be time to let go, discuss how to equip our kids with real relationship skills instead of just warnings, and explore how a new generation of filmmakers is reshaping Hollywood with crea...

This week’s SPECIAL episode is all about balance; balancing love with boundaries, freedom with structure, and artistry with legacy. We discuss why healthy boundaries are necessary for strong marriages, how to create a fun but productive summer for your kids, and we break down Drake’s surprise album run and what it says about his place in music today. From relationships to parenting to culture, thi...

This week’s episode dives into the pressures, habits, and cultural shifts shaping relationships, parenting, and everyday life. We explore how “mothering” in marriage can affect attraction and partnership dynamics, discuss the importance of intentionally teaching kids social and life skills in a screen-heavy world, and react to the shocking shutdown of Spirit Airlines and what it could mean for tra...

This week’s episode is all about understanding, intention, and navigating real-life tensions. We explore how different mental and emotional needs show up in marriage, the balance between supporting and spoiling our kids, and unpack the conversation sparked by KevOnStage around faith, love, and accountability. It’s a thoughtful discussion on how to show up with grace, wisdom, and clarity in the rel...

This week’s episode is all about communication, capacity, and accountability. We dive into how to communicate with your spouse in a way that builds connection instead of conflict, what it looks like to parent well when you’re running on empty, and we unpack the viral comments from LeBron James and the conversation around honesty versus responsibility. It’s a real and reflective conversation about...

This week’s episode is all about awareness, boundaries, and how we show up in everyday moments. We talk about navigating attraction while protecting your marriage, the difference between teaching and simply reacting as parents, and the growing trend of public filming and what it really means to know your rights. It’s a conversation that challenges you to move with intention in your relationships,...

This week’s episode is all about systems, family choices, and cultural moments that spark conversation. We share the practical systems that help keep our marriage running smoothly, discuss the realities of deciding how many kids to have in today’s world, and break down the historic 83-point performance by Bam Adebayo of the Miami Heat and the debate surrounding it. From relationships to parenting...

Ep. 94: Till Death Do Us Part! Remarrying After Loss, J. Cole’s Honda Civic Tour and The “Why” Behind Kids’ Behavior This week’s episode dives into love, parenting, and culture in a way that’s honest and thought-provoking. We tackle the taboo question of remarriage after loss, unpack the “what” and the deeper “why” behind the behaviors that drive parents crazy, and break down J. Cole’s unconventio...

Ep. 93: Valentine’s Day; Love or Pressure?, Making Mornings Easier, & Bad Bunny at the Super Bowl This week’s episode explores the expectations we carry in love, parenting, and culture. We unpack whether Valentine’s Day reflects genuine love or social pressure, share practical ways to make school mornings calmer and more connected for families, and break down the cultural impact of Bad Bunny’s...

Ep. 92: Investing in Your Marriage, Letting Go as Parents, and the Cole Walliser's Glambot Email Controversy This week’s episode explores what it really means to invest in what matters most. We talk about why marriages need intentional care to grow, how parenting requires releasing control as kids mature, and we unpack the Glambot controversy. 💍  Forever Segment: Reasons to Invest in Your Mar...

Ep. 91: The Kristy & Desmond Scott Experience, Being Present For Your Kids & iShowSpeed In Africa This week’s episode covers love, legacy, and culture from three powerful angles.  💍  Forever Segment: The Divorce of Kristy and Desmond Scott — Choosing Each Other Every Day Every marriage faces crossroads. In this episode, we reflect on Kristy and Desmond Scott’s divorce and discuss what “ch...

Ep. 90: Looking Back to Move Forward: Our 2025 Family Reflection To close out the year and step into a fresh start, we’re dropping a  special mini pod  in honor of the New Year. Shorter than our usual episodes, but packed with reflection, honesty, and intention as we look back on 2025 together. 💍  Forever Segment —  Marriage Audit We take a real look at our marriage in 2025. Did we grow closer? W...

Ep. 89: Married Young, Becoming Parents & Reviewing Disney World: Our Honest Truth This week we’re looking at love, legacy, and life with kids. From getting married young, to deciding whether children are truly a “benefit,” to finally taking on the most magical (and exhausting) place on Earth as a family. 💍  Forever Segment —  Was Young Love Destiny or a Developmental Delay? We tell the truth...

Ep. 88: Is Marriage Worth It? Raising Kids Who Still Choose You & A Disney Cliffhanger This week, we’re diving into the realities of marriage, the long-term heart work of parenting, and a quick tease for what’s coming next! 💍  Forever Segment —  Marriage: Benefit or Burden? We unpack the age-old question: Is marriage something that elevates your life or something that weighs you down? We expl...

Ep. 87: Escaping the Roommate Stage, Raising Kids Who Still Call & TikTok Church Experiment This week’s episode is all about connection: rediscovering it in marriage, sustaining it with our children, and questioning it in the age of viral faith and social media. 💑  Forever Segment —  The Silent Drift & The Intentional Return We’re unpacking one of the quietest relationship killers: emotio...

Ep. 86: For Better, For Worse, For Outkast: Marriage Meltdowns, Parenting, and Atlanta Vibes This week’s episode dives deep into faith, family, and fun; from navigating the hardest moments in marriage to learning how to regulate our emotions as parents, and even a firsthand look at a major music festival experience! 💍  Forever Segment —  When the Fantasy Fades, Does Your Faith Remain? We explore...