Dear Future Wifey

Today is Valentine’s Day. Who is your Valentine? Is it your spouse, significant other, your kids, or is it you? There’s a huge election going on in the State of Texas and as you consider your favorite candidate, elect YOU first. Today’s episode is a special one. Welcome heart-throb and social activist Meagan Good and Lee Merritt, who’s running for his candidacy for Attorney General of Texas. There...

Should Christians date differently? We've heard the narrative there's no difference between dating a believer than those in the "world." Listen to this transparent convo with gospel rapper, Dee-1, as he shares his experience of "Dating While Christian." Learn more about this podcast at — https://www.urban1podcasts.com/dear-future-wifey See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever heard of the phrase “struggle love?” Struggle love is often described as a couple who embarks upon a relationship with evident financial woes. Today's guest, financial expert Anthony O’Neal, refuses to acquiesce to that mindset and believes we should maximize our single season in more ways than one. Do you believe you can have “Romance Without Finance?” Learn more about this podcast...

Consider all the moving parts that have to exist to find love. Right time. Right person. Right alignment. What happens when you meet someone who is more focused on their career than finding love? Judge Amber Givens is so intentional about her work in the justice system, she's made her passion for the community her "Purpose Driven Love." Learn more about this podcast at — https://www.urban1podcasts...

When dating a parent, you should automatically accept their child/children comes with the territory. We often hear this perspective from single mothers. Today, we’ll hear a transparent conversation from a divorcee, J’ai Holliday. He’s a Christian single father who makes no apologies his daughter comes as “A Package Deal.” Learn more about this podcast at — https://www.urban1podcasts.com/dear-futur...

She trades stocks for a living. One of her most valuable assets, her virginity, will only be traded when it hits the target price: Marriage. Teri Ijeoma graces the podcast in an episode affectionately titled, "$40 Million Virgin." Get it? A play-off of 40-year-old virgin? Lol. Learn more about this podcast at — https://www.urban1podcasts.com/dear-future-wifey See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

She left a personal comment under the Instagram for Dear Future Wifey Podcast's viral reel regarding Laterras stating his lack of intimidation by his love interest's body count. She stated 25-35 sexual partners for a woman is low. She caused quite a stir. Today's guest is the second runner-up on  America's Next Top Model Cycle 7 , Eugena Washington in the controversial episode, "Does Body Count Ma...

The dating phase can be very tricky. Do you give them your number? What's a red flag? Should age gaps count the other party out? Are they playing games? So many questions to consider before becoming vulnerable. Courtney Blakely and Isaac Shepard are dating and have faced the reality of these questions and more. Listen as they share the greatest present we hope to receive this Christmas, "The Gift...

"Heal First." Period. It is the most important process you'll undergo before entering into your next relationship. "Married at First Sight" participant, Gil Cuero, experienced a public heartbreak when his ex-wife decided to end their marriage. This episode is a transparent interview of a man who is committed to healing. Learn more about this podcast at — https://www.urban1podcasts.com/dear-future-...

Asking the right questions early on in the dating process can help save you from wasting valuable time. Removing all expectations at the onset can alleviate the pain if things don't progress to happily ever after. Elsa Christie, a biblical counselor and life coach, and mental health therapist Dr. Trillion Small share practical tips to aid you in these dating streets. Take a deep breath and treat d...

He proposed on national television during Adele’s “One Night Only,” a CBS 2-hour special. She said, “Yes.” However, there was one statement that we felt needed unpacking: “I’ve been your girlfriend for so long!” Quentin Brunson and Ashleigh Mann transparently share their backstory of what led up to the proposal because its’ definitely, “The Waiting Game.”   Learn more about this podcast at — https...

Today’s episode marks the premiere of Season Four. This entire season is dedicated to singles as we navigate “These Dating Streets.” If one ever has hopes of getting off the bench, they must first overcome the fear of shooting their shot. Urban dictionary defines “Shooting Your Shot” as being brave and having the audacity to do something that might be embarrassing. Joining us to transparently disc...

There are no words to describe this episode. This is something you’ll just have to experience. Here to wrap up the “Marriage Vows Series” are Tim and Juliette Ross. Listen as they transparently share their dynamic marriage journey in an episode entitled, “Marriage Remix.”   Learn more about this podcast at — https://www.urban1podcasts.com/dear-future-wifey   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Fifty percent of U.S. marriages end in divorce. However, no one gets married believing they will become the statistic on the failed side of marriage. Samantha Lee is going through a painful and public divorce. She shares her journey of faith and what ultimately lead to the heartbreaking decision of filing for "Divorce."  Learn more about this podcast at — https://www.urban1podcasts.com/dear-future...

Love never dies. Unfortunately, we do. No one knows the number of years they’ll share with their spouse. How does one cope after losing the love of their life? Kimberly Alexander shares her heartfelt love journey that ultimately culminated with “Til Death Do Us Part.” Learn more about this podcast at — https://www.urban1podcasts.com/dear-future-wifey See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

No one expects their spouse to get terribly sick or hospitalized. It breaks my heart to hear stories of spouses who leave their mate in the hospital bed; leaving them to struggle with a terminal illness alone. The cop-out often said is, “I didn’t sign up for this.” Oh, but you did. Kingdom-minded purpose partners David and Tamela Mann transparently share their 33 years of marriage as they candidly...

One of the leading causes of divorce is finances. We utter this vow not realizing our power, as a unified couple, to overcome financial hardships when they arise. Today’s guests, Leticia and Rod Gardner, transparently share how they’ve dealt with the sacred vow, “For Richer or For Poorer.” Learn more about this podcast at — https://www.urban1podcasts.com/dear-future-wifey See omnystudio.com/listen...

The marriage vows have undergone several revisions since its first introduction in 1549. The biggest revision came on September 12, 1922, when the Episcopal Church voted to remove the word “obey” from the bride’s section of the wedding vows. Let’s unpack the original vow “to Love, Cherish, and Obey” with our dynamic special guests, Carrington and Ashley Brown. Learn more about this podcast at — ht...

My friends, Tavia and Jewel Whitlowe, are on the brink of divorce. Separated. Twenty-four years of matrimony hang in the balance with a wing and a prayer. This is one of the most time-sensitive and vulnerable episodes to date. Watch the power of God move in this third installment of the “Marriage Vows Series” entitled, “For Better or For Worse.” Learn more about this podcast at — https://www.urban...

The traditional marriage vows were created in 1549 and were first introduced in the Book of Common Prayers. Today, we’re unpacking the vow “To Have and To Hold” with a 51-year-old divorcee, Gerri Fisher. Listen as he transparently shares the moments when this sacred vow was violated and how it lead to the demise of his marriage. Never take for granted the life-long privilege “To Have and To Hold.”...

Some people are married to the thought of being married while others view it as a ministry God called them into. Many would say getting married at nineteen is too young. However,  @Kaelin and Kyrah articulate their choice to get hitched as a deep expression of their God-ordained love, birthed out of sheer intentionality. This episode jumpstarts an 8-part series entitled, "The Marriage Vows." Be in...

Some encounters that seem accidental are simply God’s divinity at work connecting you to your soul mate. Who would think an accidental IG video call would lead to a love story? Meet Isiah Williams and Kelli Marie. These kingdom-submitted individuals have fallen in love under the most unlikely circumstances. Hear how their love unfolded in an episode entitled, “IG Love.” Learn more about this podca...

In two days this couple will become one in holy matrimony. They will crossover the threshold of singleness into the covering of marriage. Meet Quieran & La'Shara. These entrepreneurs are no strangers to hard work and dedication and have been prepared spiritually, financially, and emotionally "Before the "I Do".   Learn more about this podcast at — https://www.urban1podcasts.com/dear-future-wif...

Chemistry. Attraction. Unified purpose. A convergence of like-minded intentionality. These attributes are mandatory to fully submit one's heart to another. Paul Bashea & Tara Gates Williams share their love journey from business associates to a kingdom marriage in this beautiful episode entitled, "When Love Aligns." Learn more about this podcast at — https://www.urban1podcasts.com/dear-future-...

Why is it such a challenge to let go of what is hurting us the most? Though we know that thing or person is destroying us from the inside out, we still find ourselves loyal to the pain. Carolyn Williams is in the midst of a divorce and bravely shares her struggles to "Let Go." Learn more about this podcast at — https://www.urban1podcasts.com/dear-future-wifey See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...