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Dating in your forties looks a whole lot different. Crystal Renee Hayslett opens up like she never has before and shares the wild stories of her dating life. Fans love her as Fatima on Tyler Perry's "Sistas". Is her dating journey art imitating life or life imitating art? Watch today's episode titled, "My Dating Life Is Wild." You'll be in stitches!  Dear Future Wifey is sponsored by BetterHelp. C...

This couple has taken the internet by storm! Their unapologetic love for one another and insatiable appetite for sex, is showing a healthy perspective of marriage, even when we become old and gray. Theo and Rita Smith, a Christian couple from New Orleans, will capture your heart in this episode titled, "Sexual Healing".   CONNECT WITH OUR GUESTS: Rita Smith - https://www.instagram.com/bad_girl_rir...

Is marrying for love enough to build a successful life? In episode 807, Jamal and Natasha Miller explore with host Laterras R. Whitfield the controversial intersections of love, money, and success. This episode questions the motives behind marriage and partnership in today's world. Jamal opens up and says that he married for money, not love. This interview examines the practicalities that contribu...

Can a dreamer and a realist build a successful marriage together? In episode 806, Kevin and Melissa Fredericks shared with host Laterras R. Whitfield the challenges of balancing dreams with reality, and the power of partnership. They share their journey through understanding, and growth, providing insights into making a marriage work against all odds. From facing fears and embracing differences to...

What should you do if you are 35 years old and have never been in a relationship before?    In Episode #805, host Laterras R. Whitfield welcomes Phylicia Hooper, a guest full of hope and laughter. Throughout this story, Phylicia shares her journey of maintaining purity, navigating the challenges of dating as an adult, and her faith in finding true love. Hopeful For Love is a testament to overcomin...

How can emotional resilience help you during times of grief and hardship?    In episode 804, host Laterras R. Whitfield is joined by Judge Lynn Toler, who opens up about her life, love, and the lessons learned from her grieving journey. Judge Lynn Toler shares insights from her marriage of 33 years, her experiences growing up in a family with mental health conditions, and the transformative power...

Can love survive after decades apart? In episode #803, Laterras sits down with Shakela and Gregg Matthews to recount their remarkable love story. Facing divorces, infidelity, and a journey of forgiveness, this story will take you from their initial teenage romance through personal struggles, marriages to others, and eventual reunion. Kela and Gregg's union is a testimony of commitment, forgiveness...

Healing from divorce is a long road, but it is possible. Laterras sits down with Destiny Payton and she opens up about her healing journey after a turbulent divorce, sharing her resilience through challenges like incarceration. Together, they explore past traumas and family history, revealing the profound impact on marriage choices. Discover Destiny's healing, her perspective on forgiveness, deali...

Laterras kicks off season 8 by sharing his vision of the podcast going forward. He also takes the time to emphasize the importance of vulnerability, relating his personal journey with addiction and financial troubles. Laterras stresses the need to address issues hiding unseen rather than ignoring problems and letting them grow. A guest unexpectedly interrupts the podcast and confronts Laterras abo...

Christian Keyes, Lamman Rucker, Montell Jordan, Kristin Jordan, Russell Tomlinson, Dr. Cindy Trimm, Lisa Wu, LaVon Lewis, and Alton Walker discuss modern relationships and marriage. Laterras R. Whitfield guides the panel through a variety of topics like dating dynamics, how couples met their spouses, the journey to marriage proposals, the role of intimacy, handling arguments and differences, and m...

What does it take to build a marriage that lasts for decades? In this special live episode, Laterras sits down with married couples Warryn Jr. and Erica Campbell and Warryn Sr. and Sandra Campbell, married for 48 years, as well as Shanta Atkins and Jor él Quinn to complete a two-part panel on being thankful for love. They talk about the different types of love, share stories and wisdom from nearl...

Have you ever wondered what makes love last through all of life's ups and downs? In this episode, Laterras facilitates a dynamic panel discussion with power couples and singles at the Cali Worship Center on maintaining authentic, evolving love. Transparent testimonies and wisdom are exchanged on staying rooted in patience, purpose and faith when navigating the unpredictable waters of dating, marri...

This episode follows entrepreneurs Marcus and Harriet Speed, who rebuilt their marriage after divorcing. Though together only 6 months before marrying, they built several businesses over 10 years of marriage. Putting the past behind them, they have reconciled and launched a new restaurant. They now run a thriving business while cherishing family and planning their next venture. Despite the storms,...

Are blended family conflicts unavoidable? Naja Hall joins Laterras to offer hope in the storm. After detailing how she fell in love fast with a divorced dad of three, Naja unpacks the mental health impacts and anxiety triggering events stemming from high conflict with her husband's ex. From boundary setting tips to a revelatory distinction between child-centered marriages and divorces, Naja provid...

This episode features Hope and Kadero Watson sharing their incredible story of enduring love and overcoming adversity. After meeting in school, Hope and Kadero built a strong friendship that blossomed into romance and marriage at a young age. They candidly detail their early struggles with infertility, enduring over a decade of treatments, miscarriages, and failed IVF attempts. Hope and Kadero exp...

Boundaries with the opposite sex are extremely important while in a committed relationship. The question is: Should you be allowed to continue to maintain those relationships. Jabari Johnson and Jasmine Ellis are scheduled to tie the knot next month and one of the main obstacles to overcome is Jabari’s friendships with women. This episode is titled, “Friends Without Benefits.” Learn more about thi...

There's a popular song that states, "Age ain't nothing but a number." However, putting aside the age of consent, what's too old? What would be considered an unreasonable age gap? Newlyweds Victor and Angel Adams Salvino reconnected after 20 years and decided to join in holy matrimony. Their union is without judgment. That's to be expected from "An Unlikely Union." Learn more about this podcast at...

Do you realize the importance of therapy? LeToya Luckett is breaking the stigma of therapy in the black community by bringing her therapist, Tori S. Dixon, on the pod. They transparently share the process of keeping LeToya mentally healthy and committed to becoming a wife again. This intimate conversation is titled, "Therapy & Me." Learn more about this podcast at — https://www.urban1podcasts....

What extreme measures have you taken on your search for God? Have you ever heard of a plant medicine called Ayahuasca? In a world where people easily substitute "God" with "The Universe", replacing "Christianity" with "Spirituality", and opting for "plant medicine" instead of "biblical healing" we need to be mindful of the traps of the enemy. Today's guest, Chelsia Renee, shares her deliverance fr...

Is age only just a number? What is your dating age range? Today's guest, Tameka Foster Raymond, is no stranger to having her age in question when she was previously married to a superstar. She shares the trauma she's undergone and the healing that's taken place. This episode tackles the "The Age Factor." Learn more about this podcast at — https://www.urban1podcasts.com/dear-future-wifey See omnyst...

Would you require your potential mate to sign a prenup? Would you sign one if your lover made it a requirement before the nuptials? Today's guest, A.D. Dolphin, a multi-millionaire and owner of Dherbs, called off his engagement because his fiance' declined to the sign. This episode is titled, "Prenup or Pre-Nope." Learn more about this podcast at — https://www.urban1podcasts.com/dear-future-wifey...

It’s imperative to know this: Though you are damaged you are not destroyed. There are some episodes that just hit differently! This episode will change your life. Period! “Are You Damaged?” Mike Todd shares, “You may be damaged but you’re not destroyed.” Learn more about this podcast at — https://www.urban1podcasts.com/dear-future-wifey See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Okay, let me get this out the way. This is the most realest conversation to take place in a sanctuary during a Sunday Service. Live at Word of Truth Church in Arlington, TX, we curated a panel of professionals in the areas in therapy, mental health, and finances: Mr. Ralph and Mrs. Doris Alexander (Certified Belief Therapists), Dr. Diandra Poe (Trauma Therapist), and Brittany Broaddus-Smith (Sexol...

Can we all just get along? There’s a gender war going on: men against women and women against men. It is the hope of the “Dear Future Wifey Podcast” we all heal and become a better community. Love McPherson, a Certified Marriage and Family Counselor and Relationship Expert, sits on the yellow couch to tackle the tough topic of “The Gender War.” Learn more about this podcast at — https://www.urban1...

What does purity mean to you? Were you expecting to be rewarded with a mate due to your faithfulness? Are you angry with God? Sefana Samples shares her experiences and how her journey is helping women heal and cultivate a non-transactional relationship with God. Learn more about this podcast at — https://www.urban1podcasts.com/dear-future-wifey See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.