Marriage and Martinis

Danielle and Adam loved researching and recording this episode, which feels refreshingly different from most other episodes. The two talk all about their memories of such campaigns as "stranger danger," "D.A.R.E," "Fire Prevention," assemblies, After School Specials, and so much more! If you were a child of the 1970s and 1980s you aren't going to want to miss this fun, interesting and nostalgic di...

It all started with The Hulk and Freddy Krueger, and only escalated from there. In this episode, Danielle and Adam talk all about fears: rational fears, irrational fears, and how their parents' fears impacted them growing up. What fears do they have as parents, for their marriage, and for the future? What does Adam fear most about the Zombie Apocalypse, and what were some of the worst fears Daniel...

Ty Tashiro is a social scientist and relationship expert whose research and data has been shared all over for its valuable insight about how to find lasting true love. Using his philosophy of "the three wishes," Ty explains why the most commonly sought after traits in a partner often have a very low "return rate" in life. Which traits are undervalued when it comes to dating? How are Disney movies...

One of the most popular questions Danielle and Adam get is about how they started couples' counseling, and how and why Adam finally agreed to go to therapy himself. It was a long road before they sought therapy together, something they now wish they had done sooner. In this episode, the two talk about their own history with therapy from childhood until now. Danielle breaks down her OCD treatment,...

One of the most common messages Danielle and Adam receive from listeners is that they and their partner mismatched libidos. Truthfully, 80% of couples experience one partner having a higher libido than the other. We all think that we're the only ones struggling with this, and we tend to take it personally when our partner isn't in the mood as often (or ever). But there are so many misconceptions a...

With the world feeling really heavy right now, Adam and Danielle figured they would do a lighter episode. In honor of awards' season, they talk about their best (and some worst) choices for all kinds of random categories, from movies to vacations to their favorite indulgence. If you're in need of a break from the seriousness of the world right now, this episode is a good place to start. Purchase t...

In this extremely fun, funny episode, Danielle and Adam sit down with their 16-year-old daughter, Mia, and 13-year-old son, Ean, for the opportunity to ask each other all about what it's like to grow up in Gen Z vs. what it was like to grow up in Gen X. Plus, it's the teens against their "cringeworthy" parents in a "Battle of the Generations." This a great episode to listen to with a teen or tween...

Danielle sat down with Margaret and Amy from the comedy podcast, "What Fresh Hell." The three moms (who have a combined nine kids), talked about whether or not they are worried that their kids are seeing enough healthy relationships, between the world of social media, at home, and from the people who surround them. They talk about everyone from Taylor Swift, to Harry and Megan, to their own person...

Danielle and Adam have recently had a fight that was bigger than any fight they've had in years. The two discuss what led to this, how they finally dealt with it, and what they hope to do from now on to prevent it from happening again. Purchase the Date Night Questions Experience paperback book here . Use code "MNMPODCAST" for 15% off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this comforting and informative episode. the tone and cadence are slower than usual. But that makes sense because it is all about sinking into the powers of rest and retreat, both during the season of Winter, and during the periods of our life when we are forced to "winter," or go into a state of disconnection, shame, and isolation from the world around us. These periods could include a struggl...

Danielle and Adam are officially well into their forties. Do you think they have reached "Middle Age?" How do they feel about getting older? What are their concerns? What do they love about it? The two have an honest conversation about everything from Menopause, to physical changes, to how they would have thought life would have been different by this age. Date Night Questions Purchase the Date Ni...

Danielle and Adam have long struggled with the idea of, "The Mental Load," (the division of household and domestic responsibilities) in their marriage, so much so that they thought about separating after an enormous blowout following the recording of episode #56, The Mental Load. Danielle then turned to Eve Rodsky, THE Harvard trained expert of all things "mental load" related, and after following...

Danielle has been waiting three years to record an episode all about dogs. Finally, what is the first of what will most likely be a series of three or four episodes, is here. Adam and Danielle discuss their personal experiences with dogs (and other pets) over the years. Danielle discusses her first memory at three years old rescuing her first dog, Adam talks about his parakeet, and the two talk al...

Resolutions are out, intentions are in in 2022. In this fun, first episode in the new year, Adam and Danielle cover a lot, including: a tribute to Betty White, what they definitely want to do better as parents in the coming months, how each of them is making it more difficult to achieve a true sense of peace, who their dream podcast guests would be this year, and so much more. Danielle discusses h...

Danielle and Adam cover everything 2021 related during this episode. How did they feel about the year overall? Why was this Danielle's most difficult year in parenting? What were their favorite moments? TV shows? Movies? Books? And what 2021 trend did Adam and Danielle shockingly both pick as really overrated and needing to end? Give the gift of reconnection, laughter and intimacy to your partner...

Liz Earnshaw is the type of relationship expert that concentrates on all of the different, important relationships in our lives, not just the romantic. She has been "obsessed with the idea and inner workings of relationships" since she was a kid. Danielle asks all about the need women have for strong bonds with people other than their romantic partner, and whether or not men innately have that sam...

What does intimacy actually mean? Danielle and Adam have a raw conversation about this, concentrating on the times they've felt most intimate in their relationship, and the aspects of life that have made their intimacy feel like it was lacking. Danielle gets real about how her weight gain has affected their intimacy in the past few years, and Adam reveals which body part of his about which he's mo...

Trigger Warning: some mentions of suicidal thoughts and suicide. Danielle and Adam continue their conversation about all things teenager related. Danielle gives an update about their daughter Mia and her journey since her ADHD and Autism spectrum diagnosis this past June. Plus, the two discuss how they have worked together to get through this tough time, and what advice they have for other couples...

Trigger Warning: some discussion of eating and body image issues, porn, and other sexual conversation. Following the Bar Mitzvah of their middle child, and in the midst of receiving results from their 16-year-old's neuropsychological examination, Adam and Danielle are feeling like they are fully immersed in the world of teenagers and figuring out how to best support and guide them through this unc...

Popular divorce coach Michelle Dempsey-Multack not only survived her own divorce, but figured out how to move on with her life, just like you will, too. Now happily remarried with a blended family, she’s living proof that no matter which “firsts” you might be experiencing as you end your marriage, and no matter how long you stayed with someone who didn’t meet your needs, your best days are ahead....

In this episode ("proud," "congrats," and "family or friends who are like family"), Adam and Danielle discuss the big milestone of their son becoming a Bar Mitzvah, and all the components that go into planning a big celebration like this. The two go into detail all about how religion impacted their upbringing, and which traditions and practices they hope to continue, and which they have decided do...

Original airdate: 07/30/2020. What makes a person sexy? How has Danielle and Adam's ideas of sexiness changed over the years? Turn offs? How does body image affect their sexual identity and confidence? This episode covers so many different aspects of sexiness, lust, compliments, and all the things we try to keep going throughout the years of our relationship. Plus, what's the sexiest place Daniell...

Vanessa Marin is a sex therapist who is on a mission to help as many women as possible achieve their first orgasm. She also wants it to feel more natural to talk about sex with your partner. Her husband, Xander, is just a "regular dude" who decided to quit his corporate job to join Vanessa in her practice. Together they have helped normalize the conversation about intimacy and help couples feel mo...

Danielle sat down with friend and fellow content creator Linda Fruits to hear all about her recent journey to discovering her true sexual identity. Linda discusses how her Tik Tok "for you" page made her question herself and her sexuality. Finally, should could no longer hide from the reality that she was attracted to women. The next steps? Coming out to her husband, family, friends, and huge soci...

In an episode that Adam describes as, "one of his favorite we've ever recorded," the two discuss more concerning etiquette and how these unwritten "rules" have affected their lives. Adam goes deep into the frustration of owning a retail business and why "the customer isn't always right." Danielle talks about the workers who she thinks should be tipped ALL THE MONEY for what they are expected to do...