Bryan Hooks , Paul Sargent

Marriage Is Tougher Than Woodpecker Lips

We want to create a community where men can share and learn from each other about marriage. We all know we can be better but how do we do that? Our thought on the matter is this: By sharing our experiences and asking questions we can create discussions to find the answers we need. Listen in while we interview men from around the world. Anywhere from engaged all the way to widowed, we can explore everything marriage has to offer. We can't wait to hear from you!

Author

Bryan Hooks , Paul Sargent

Category

Education

Podcast website

www.marriageistougher.com

Latest episode

May 5, 2026

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Episodes

Holding Your Value Pt. 2 13.02.2024

This is part 2 to last week's episode. Here, we speak more about how your family projects its values in the the world. We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.com/marriageistougher/ Let us know if you would like to be a guest on the show or share topic ideas Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe!!! This goes a long...

Holding Your Value 06.02.2024

Have you held up your end of the deal? We have a conversation about the promises we make and how we sometimes will slip up or regress. When we're trying to be better men and husbands what gets in our way? We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.com/marriageistougher/ Let us know if you would like to be a guest on the show or...

How We Vacation Together 30.01.2024

How do you and your wife vacation together? Do you find yourself needing a vacation after your vacation? Have you learned to enjoy each other's company, truly relax and recharge? We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.com/marriageistougher/ Let us know if you would like to be a guest on the show or share topic ideas Don&apo...

Acknowledging Your Wife's Contributions 23.01.2024

Have you ever struggled to see exactly what it is your wife has been doing to keep the family moving forward? For that matter, what she's been doing to keep your world moving forward? We know, Bryan shares a story about how this affected him and where he is now. We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.com/marriageistougher/...

Do You Want To Be Right Or Do You Want To Reconcile? 16.01.2024

Do you want to be right or do you want to reconcile? We talk about the definition of reconciliation and how we can mess it up. We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.com/marriageistougher/ Let us know if you would like to be a guest on the show or share topic ideas Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe!!! This goes a l...

What's The Limit To Asking For Change? 09.01.2024

If your spouse seemed unwilling to change would you stay? What if it seemed more like something you needed but they were unable to change, would you stay? Is there a limit to the changes we can ask for? Did you do the work before getting married to learn about what might be a deal breaker? We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram....

Answers To The Test 02.01.2024

Are you tired of women not telling you what they want? Should they cut the games? Should we as men step up? We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.com/marriageistougher/ Let us know if you would like to be a guest on the show or share topic ideas Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe!!! This goes a long way to help us...

Marriage Is A Gift 26.12.2023

How is your marriage a gift? Who can your marriage be a gift to? We discuss those questions and more. We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.com/marriageistougher/ Let us know if you would like to be a guest on the show or share topic ideas Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe!!! This goes a long way to help us get ou...

What Guides Your Marriage? 19.12.2023

What is the beacon that dictates the direction of your marriage? Are you feeling lost? This week we ask and answer this question. We have a great conversation about external influence and seeking God's guidance. We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.com/marriageistougher/ Let us know if you would like to be a guest on the...

Successful, But Are We Enough? 13.12.2023

By most measures a man can be successful and still feel like he is not enough. Is it a comparison game or is there more work that needs to be done? We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.com/marriageistougher/ Let us know if you would like to be a guest on the show or share topic ideas Don't forget to rate, review and subsc...

Throwback - Giving Without Expectations 06.12.2023

Do you have a heart to give? What is the true reason you decide to give? Can you be truly selfless? We had these questions and explore whether or not it is even possible to give without expectations. We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.com/marriageistougher/ Let us know if you would like to be a guest on the show or share top...

Vision Planning For Your Marriage 28.11.2023

When is the last time you have a conversation with your wife about planning for the future? When is the last time you had that conversation and included God? This week we talk about the importance of both. We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.com/marriageistougher/ Let us know if you would like to be a guest on the show or sha...

Betrayal 22.11.2023

How do we handle being or feeling betrayed? This week we discuss this topic and also discuss what happens when we feel betrayed by God. Fair warning, this could be a little heavy for some. We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.com/marriageistougher/ Let us know if you would like to be a guest on the show or share topic ideas Do...

Managing The Details - 2022 Throwback 15.11.2023

WHOA!! Sometimes it's the small things that help us get better. I remember a time when I was looking for all the grand gestures and acts and improvements to help push me over the edge to being a great husband. The reality is, it takes practice being consistent with the little things. We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.c...

Appropriate Vs. Inappropriate 07.11.2023

Defining appropriate and inappropriate in this episode. How are we having conversations when we feel our spouse is inappropriate. What are we doing to set boundaries? We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.com/marriageistougher/ Let us know if you would like to be a guest on the show or share topic ideas Don't forget to rat...

Service And Sacrifice 31.10.2023

What is the true cost of a life of service. How does does that affect your family? Do you even think about it before giving your time? We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.com/marriageistougher/ Let us know if you would like to be a guest on the show or share topic ideas Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe!!! This...

365 Husband 24.10.2023

Are you a 365 husband? Is it even possible? If you're thinking what in the world does that mean, then have a listen. Don't forget to rate the show! We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.com/marriageistougher/ Let us know if you would like to be a guest on the show or share topic ideas Don't forget to rate, review...

Friends That Level You Up 17.10.2023

Do the people who influence your life most build you up or do they bring you down? We believe you should put some focus into making sure to surround yourself with those who level you up. We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.com/marriageistougher/ Let us know if you would like to be a guest on the show or share topic ideas Don&...

Truly Compatible 10.10.2023

Are you truly compatible with your wife? Did you ever really put any thought into that notion? This week we force you to think about just that. We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.com/marriageistougher/ Let us know if you would like to be a guest on the show or share topic ideas Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe...

The Power Of Connection 03.10.2023

Please help us welcome our special guest Kenston Henderson Sr. to the pod. The Chief Empowerment Officer of Live With Lyfe, offers a unique blend of motivational speaking, leadership development, resilience training, and diversity and inclusion advocacy. You can "connect" with him at the link below: http://livewithlyfe.com Also, search live with lyfe through favorite social media platfor...

Teamwork Makes The Dream Work 26.09.2023

What a world of difference working as a team makes. We talk about some first hand experience and hope that you get inspired. We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.com/marriageistougher/ Let us know if you would like to be a guest on the show or share topic ideas Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe!!! This goes a lon...

Dealing With The Time Suck 12.09.2023

Hello great husbands and fathers of the world. Have you felt that all you do is for others? Specifically your wife and children. Maybe you are struggling to find time for yourself. Maybe you are okay with where you are right now. That's where we find ourselves at this stage of life. We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.co...

Beware The Safety Net 05.09.2023

Have you ever allowed your life to blow up? Are you not afraid of the bottom or maybe even comfortable there? We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.com/marriageistougher/ Let us know if you would like to be a guest on the show or share topic ideas Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe!!! This goes a long way to help u...

Auditing Your Time 29.08.2023

Do you ever check if you're spending your time on the things you say are most important to you? Does your wife? We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.com/marriageistougher/ Let us know if you would like to be a guest on the show or share topic ideas Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe!!! This goes a long way to...

Stating Your Intentions 22.08.2023

This week we talk about making sure your spouse knows exactly what you want. It seems we tend to protect ourselves but also shoot ourselves in the foot in the same move. We hope you enjoy! Please reach out to us at: marriageistougher.com facebook.com/MarriageIsTougher instagram.com/marriageistougher/ Let us know if you would like to be a guest on the show or share topic ideas Don't forget to...

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