Reading Aloud

In this 10 part series we will have conversations with couples and individuals who continue to navigate the Pandemic either in partnership or without partnership and to dive deeper into how relationships are handling this ongoing pandemic as we enter the second full year.  Can you be in partnership with your home? How does connection to a physical space and the idea of a home, actually open y...

In this 10 part series we will have conversations with couples and individuals who continue to navigate the Pandemic either in partnership or without partnership and to dive deeper into how relationships are handling this ongoing pandemic as we enter the second full year. Marcus and Marsha tell the story of love, life, death, and rebirth on this intimate conversation of Pandemic Partnership. Durin...

In this 10 part series we will have conversations with couples and individuals who continue to navigate the Pandemic either in partnership or without partnership and to dive deeper into how relationships are handling this ongoing pandemic as we enter the second full year. Morgan and Natty have been together for six years and live in Greensboro NC. During the pandemic they had a baby, renovated a 1...

In this 10 part series we will have conversations with couples and individuals who continue to navigate the Pandemic either in partnership or without partnership and to dive deeper into how relationships are handling this ongoing pandemic as we enter the second full year. Stacey is an artist, illustrator and muralist based in Los Angeles and Sam is a Director and Filmmaker. They live in Glendale w...

BONUS EPISODE! Marisol and Adam recourd a quick episode to give you more insight and "how to" about the newly launched Reading Aloud Patreon page. https://www.patreon.com/ReadingAloudPodcast When you become a Patreon supporter you become part of our Reading Aloud family and we LOVE our family members! At its core, this podcast is about providing insight and conversations that will support and insp...

In this 10 part series we will have conversations with couples and individuals who continue to navigate the Pandemic either in partnership or without partnership and to dive deeper into how relationships are handling this ongoing pandemic as we enter the second full year.  This week Adam and Marisol speak with Kristen Masi. She is an Astrologer and Coach who lives in Boulder Colorado. During...

In this 10 part series we will have conversations with couples and individuals who continue to navigate the Pandemic either in partnership or without partnership and to dive deeper into how relationships are handling this ongoing pandemic as we enter the second full year. This weeks couple is Patrick and Ariel. They are a married couple from Asheville who share a love of travel and their two dogs....

In this 10 part series we will have conversations with couples and individuals who continue to navigate the Pandemic either in partnership or without partnership and to dive deeper into how relationships are handling this ongoing pandemic as we enter the second full year. Erica and Matthew met in 2004 in Maui and fell in love in New Orleans shortly thereafter. Since then, They spent a lot of time...

For the season three finale, a Reading Aloud first! Adam actually "reads aloud" an excerpt from the book "To Raise A Boy" by Emma Brown. The couple deep dives into what it means to raise a boy in todays society. Brown describes the "boy" box as having thick walls, a firmly engrained idea of what it means to be a male and highlights that in today's world girls have thinner walls and many examples o...

While Marisol was doing a Peloton workout, the instructor was acting goofy, she caught herself, and then decided you know what... "You will never be too much for someone who can't get enough of you." Living your true self can be liberating, it can connect you to your heritage, and it can even be a feminist act. But what happens when being your true self, becomes too much for your partner? Can you...

We LOVE, LOVE! No, not the show, but the Holiday. As we approach Valentines Day, Adam and Marisol discuss relationship hacks. A "Hack" is a tip, trick, or advice that works to solve a relatively small problem and therefore optimizes your relationship. This episode is made up of advice from you, the listeners! The couple shares listeners hacks and gives feedback, if the hack has been successful for...

Why name your podcast "Reading Aloud" when you don't actually read aloud in the podcast? What effect has hosting a podcast had on your life? Marisol and Adam kick off the podcast with the explanation as to why the Reading Aloud Podcast, is called "Reading Aloud." The couple also discusses opening up their lives to let the world listen in. The Asheville couple explains that the podcast all got star...

What is the evolving role of men in the modern world? Men in today’s world are at a crossroads - one of both accountability and opportunity. Marisol and Adam discuss Adam's work in this space, passion for building male community and how he became interested in this work. More than ever before, men need networks of support, accountability and community to help them navigate and thrive through their...

What we wear and how we wear it is a powerful outlet for self-expression. It’s more than just a fashion statement; it’s a reflection of ourselves. Marisol talks all things fashion, therapy, and puffy coats in this episode dedicated to her Asheville based business, SolReflection. In this 2 part series Adam and Marisol take an episode each to talk about what they are passionate about, what they do f...

What if we are never as happy as we were before having a baby? There are ups and downs in every marriage or relationship. Marisol and Adam discuss their relationship as it stands now and how playing the long game can help get you through the rollercoaster of a relationship. Although Adam is not your "typical" sports fan he draws on a sports analogy for this episode; the idea that a relationship ca...

2022 is officially here and Marisol and Adam break down their intentions, hopes, goals, and words for the year ahead. Marisol warns listeners to be carful what word they chose for the year, noting that last year her word was "courage" and boy did that come up time and time again, with Covid, Fertility, pre-term birth concerns, and more. Sometimes you just don't know the power of your word until yo...

How do we hold space for our partner's greatness? How do we hold space silently for others? How do you balance being quiet and strong while still holding one anther accountable? How has the Patriarchy kept men from being able to hold space for their wives or for friends? These questions and more shape the conversation on todays episode of Reading Aloud. Marisol and Adam contemplate men's emerging...

Marisol and Adam discuss the complexities of Christmas in the time of Corona. The episode starts off with Adam and Marisol sharing favorite holiday traditions of quite, Christmas lights, church services, and music. Moving into current day, Marisol and Adam get vulnerable about their experience of anxiety, fear, expectations, joy, sadness, and anger surrounding Covid-19 at Christmas. They discuss t...

Its taco soup night at Colette house which means...Tequila! Marisol and Adam discuss the lure of celebrities over dinner and attempt to play a game of crush or no crush. Enjoy this fun and light episode of Reading Aloud Podcast. Send us a DM and let us know if you like the new proposed podcast name! In this episode the couple has been watching Making the Cut, and Adam recognizes that he may have d...

Marisol and Adam discuss what roles they play as new parents and how they try to navigate self-care with caring for the family.

Having a newborn baby and full time jobs while navigating a global pandemic can be stressful but Marisol and Adam are still able to find peace, love and joy. Listen in to hear them talk about how.

As Marisol and Adam get ready to return to work from baby leave they dive into how this time together has both positively and negatively impacted their relationship.

In this powerful and emotional episode, Marisol and Adam pay homage to their beloved dog Trouser who passed away 10 days after Neo (their first child) was born.

Marisol and Adam recap the high-lights and low-lights of the first three days after Baby Neo's birth. Tune in as they learn to appreciate the special moments while navigating a low milk supply.

What better way to kick off Season 3 than with the story of our baby, Neo Luther, arriving earthside! Listen to Marisol & Adam's birth story and try not to cry, or just join them as they cry.