Thompson Talks with Tony & Christina

In the final episode of “Are They the One?”, Christina shares a story from the early days of our relationship involving Kangaroo Jack, a nickname in her phone, and a text conversation that taught Tony an important lesson about humility. Part 3 Takeaway If both people are too prideful to say “I'm sorry” or “I apologize,” there may be a problem. Christina's willingness to apologize for uni...

Do you feel like you have to impress the person you're dating to keep them interested? In Part 2 of our three-part mini-series, “Are They the One?”, Tony and Christina share another story from the early days of their relationship—this time involving a date that cost just $3. No expensive restaurant. No elaborate plans. No pressure to impress. Just a trip to the donut shop.  Tony shares why th...

How do you know when you've found the person you're supposed to spend your life with? While divorce rates in the U.S. have declined from the often-cited “50%” figure, a significant percentage of marriages still end in divorce. But what if part of the problem starts before the marriage? In Part 1 of our new three-part mini-series, “Are They the One?”, Tony and Christina go back to the beg...

We’re celebrating 10 years of marriage by answering one big question: Is marriage actually worth it? In this episode, we react to a viral take on why marriage is “unnatural,” play a hilarious round of “Who’s Most Likely To?”, and then break down The 10 Worst Reasons to Get Married. After 10 years together, we’re sharing what marriage has taught us about love, commitment, sacrifice, growth, faith,...

A beautiful wedding can be unforgettable - but what happens after the wedding day is over? In this episode of Thompson Talks, we're asking the question: What's more important - the wedding or the marriage? As we celebrate 10 years of marriage, we're looking back at our own wedding day, reflecting on what we've learned since saying "I do," and talking about why buildin...

Welcome back to the final episode of our three-part mini-series, "God Knows What He's Doing." Have you ever wondered why God didn't open the door you were praying for? Sometimes His greatest blessings come through unfamiliar doors you never expected to walk through. In this episode, Christina shares how the job she desperately wanted never worked out, despite multiple follow-up...

Welcome to Part 2 of our three-part mini-series, "God Knows What He's Doing." God often answers our prayers in ways we never expect—and sometimes through people we've never met. In this episode, Tony and Christina share one of the easiest ways they've ever received money and how God used unexpected people to provide not only what they needed, but even the desires of their...

Welcome to Part 1 of our three-part mini-series, "God Knows What He's Doing." Have you ever wondered if God sees what you're going through? Whether you're waiting for marriage, praying for a child, believing for financial breakthrough, healing, or a new career opportunity, this episode is for you. In Isaiah 40:25–26, we're reminded that God calls every star by name—an...

We're celebrating Christina's birthday by asking a powerful question: Are you intentionally becoming the person you want to be, or are you just getting older? In this episode, we discuss the difference between growth and simply aging, react to old photos and videos, and share four ways Christina has evolved through marriage, motherhood, faith, and life's challenges. Question of the...

Being cheated on can leave you questioning your worth, your future, and whether you'll ever trust again. In this episode of Thompson Talks, Christina shares her personal story of betrayal, the painful cycle she found herself in, and the five life-changing truths she wishes someone had told her after being cheated on. Tony and Christina also dive into some fun but thought-provoking debates: ...

Why do so many businesses fail within their first 10 years? In this episode of Thompson Talks, we share the lessons we've learned after building a business from the ground up over the past decade. From sending cold emails in a Panera hoping for one opportunity to speaking across the country, we've learned that successful businesses aren't built by chasing money—they're built by...

In this episode of Thompson Talks, we move beyond the cliché answers and have an honest conversation about what trusting God looks like in everyday life. From prayer and worship to generosity and publicly living out your faith, we share practical ways we've learned to make God the priority—not just a priority. We also share personal stories about moving from trusting people to trusting God an...

In this episode of Thompson Talks, we discuss why so many people feel stuck, unfulfilled, and frustrated in their careers—and why the problem may not be your boss, coworkers, or paycheck. Christina shares the emotional story of calling Tony from a bathroom stall in tears because she felt trapped in a job that wasn't challenging her or allowing her to grow. We also discuss how understanding yo...

In this episode of Thompson Talks, we discuss what it takes to become someone people never forget—not because of fame, but because of the impact you make. Tony shares a powerful story about a high school student who recognized him years later because of the lasting impression he made. It raises a simple question: When people leave an encounter with you, what are they taking with them? We also expl...

In this episode of Thompson Talks, Christina puts Tony in the hot seat as he reflects on what he’s learned during his first three years of fatherhood. From hilarious parenting games and rapid-fire questions to real lessons about raising kids under 3, this episode is full of laughs, honesty, and practical parenting wisdom. We discuss: • What fatherhood has taught Tony over the last 3 years • Why be...

In a world filled with rising anxiety, financial pressure, political division, broken relationships, grief, AI uncertainty, and fear about the future, who can you really trust? In this episode of Thompson Talks, Tony & Christina have a real conversation about why they still trust Jesus in 2026. We discuss: • The terrifying moment we thought our lives were over during a highway accident • Why s...

Welcome back to Thompson Talks with Tony and Christina 🎙️ This episode might save you from a relationship you shouldn’t stay in. Not all red flags show up loud… some start small—like ants. At first, it’s just one or two. Then a few more show up. Before you know it, you’re dealing with a whole colony. We recently learned about “scout ants.” They explore first… and if the environment feels right, th...

Welcome back to Thompson Talks with Tony and Christina 🎙️ This episode might change how you think about money in your relationship. We’ve been together over 10 years… and we’ve never fought about money. Not because we had it—but because of how we viewed it. Early in our relationship, Christina loaned me $3,000—almost all of her savings—after only knowing me for a few months. That moment showed me...

Welcome back to Thompson Talks with Tony and Christina 🎙️ Let’s be honest… Most people think commitment is about staying. It’s not. It’s about knowing. Research from the National Center for Health Statistics shows that nearly 73% of divorced individuals said lack of commitment was a major factor in divorce—making it the #1 cause above money. And here’s the truth: You can’t fully commit to what you...

Welcome back to Thompson Talks with Tony and Christina 🎙️ This episode is for every married couple who has looked at their spouse and thought… “Who are you?” 😅 Not because of betrayal. Not because of divorce. But because life changed both of you. The truth is—the #1 cause of divorce is not money. Studies consistently show the top reasons are: 🥇 Lack of commitment 💬 Communication problems ⚡ Con...

Welcome back to Thompson Talks with Tony and Christina 🎙️ This episode is fun, real, and full of laughs—but also full of truth. We’re pulling back the curtain on motherhood and talking about what life really looks like with two kids under three. Tony kicks things off with a pre-kids story that still perfectly describes who Christina is as a mom—the infamous ripped pants story at the Urban League b...

Welcome back to Thompson Talks with Tony and Christina 🎙️ This episode is deeply personal. Grief changes everything—and the first year without my mom, Mrs. Burton, taught me more than I ever expected. Nearly 1 in 5 adults will lose a parent by age 25. By age 50, most people have lost at least one parent. I lost mine before 35. This conversation is for anyone walking through grief, loss, depression...

Welcome back to Thompson Talks with Tony and Christina 🎙️ This episode is one of the most personal conversations we’ve had. We’re sharing the story of Oakley’s pregnancy—our daughter who was born just 8 days after the passing of Mrs. Burton. This season taught us what it looks like to experience grief and joy, heartbreak and celebration, death and life… all at the exact same time. After briefly sh...

What do you do when life doesn’t go the way you planned? In this powerful and transparent episode, Tony and Christina open up about the unexpected challenges surrounding their son Ajani’s pregnancy journey—before, during, and after. What was supposed to be a joyful experience turned into a season filled with uncertainty, fear, and resilience. But through it all, one truth remained: You may not win...