The Laughing Couple

We get it, you're not here for lovey dovey peaceful vacation stories... no, you're here for the real stuff, the stuff that happens off the Gram. So that's what we're gonna do :) Enjoy the following stories: Roam like you're at home, stranger edition Drunk on a Plane Soccer at the Disco Can I borrow your toothpick Party likes its 3am and; RumPunch'd you in the Face Learn more about your ad choices....

Drinking with your parents is the best rollercoaster to go on - and it's free. In this episode, we are on-location in Florida with my parents. We play some games, rehash old stories, my dad re-lives his first french kiss, my mom has an intervention - and at one point, we get DEEP... REAL DEEP, I don't know how we made it through. We hope you just sit back and enjoy the chaos that is our family. Le...

We get it; life is tiring, parenthood is tiring, marriage is tiring.... so why not have fun with it? On this episode we find out that Ryan is... tired. So much so that if you planned on having a fun date night with your partner and you're looking for an excuse to amplify it. Try our new drinking game where you take a drink everytime Ryan says, I'm tired! Over tiredness and Giggles can be found in...

Today we embark to answer the questions that's been puzzling men for 1,000's of years. Is there a proper way to argue with my partner? Calmly and Factually = Manipulative, Gaslighting Mansplainer Emotional and Angry = Controlling, Dominating Narcissist Oh and we discuss our most recent fight (and by recent we mean earlier today) when Brit chose to leave the house if a fit of frustrations... this i...

From lack of sleep, parenting alignments, insane grocery bills to shitting your pants on the ride home. We're all human and being human isn't always easy. It's an important reminder however to know that your experience, although unique to you as a whole, is not that far off from others.... and knowing is half the battle. Today we share in some of our own experiences as well as our communities... t...

Welcome to a mixed episode full of whimsical thoughts, experiences and embarrassing discoveries. This is a fun "fire-side chat" between Brit and Ryan where they also tackle 2 big relationship questions; do kids fix relationships and does distance bring you closer to your partner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cali...

Today we debate the idea of soulmates . Is it possible that on a planet with 8 Billion people, there is only ONE person you were destined to be with? Or is it more likely that you simply met someone you're lucky enough to enjoy for a really long time? Spoiler... Brit and Ryan don't agree on this one. But they do agree on a few other Marriage Myths that they aim to break on this week's episode. Enj...

On today's episode we discover that Ryan has little to no empathy when he's tired... or maybe it just trust issues with the kids. The main focus of this episode however is a game we call - How well you do you know your partner? You've seen it, likely played it before; but today is a new day so come play along. The "newlywed game" is a great way to check in with your partner. It could be used as a...

We're back; new year, same us! Following an episode from December where we talked about Quarterly/Yearly check-ins. We heard from a lot of you who... let's say struggled with the exercises. First, let us say, that's okay and quite normal. Second, let us take responsibility for that and correct or put in what may have been missing. We believe it might help and what better time to set new couple goa...

The truth is, we all want love. Everything we do is in pursuit of it. But as we count likes on social media and measure our worth by the numbers in our bank accounts, we are programmed to see love as something to earn or win. That programming obscures the simple truth behind what we are: beautiful, infinite, eternal sources of love. Introducing, international best-selling author, acclaimed artist,...

Now that the Holidays are behind us, let's shift our focus to the NEW YEAR. Like all new years, it's time to start thinking about you... specifically the version of you that has you hitting your financial goals. To assist you with this, we brought in Tori Dunlap , globally-recognized personal finance educator, podcast host, and social media star behind Her First $100K. Tori’s upcoming book, Financ...

WARNING - NOT FOR "THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS" AGED KIDS So this is Christmas week... its hectic, it's stressful, you're likely running behind... we get it. So rather then filling you full of Christmas Know-How, we thought we'd give you laughs instead. If you're looking for inspiration and direction, this one isn't for you. But if you're looking to sit back, turn your brain off and enjoy knowing that...

Are you the type of person who stresses over travelling, stresses during travelling and need 3 days to recoup from travelling... same. During our most recent trip we discovered a few things about ourselves and our habits that simply don't lead to positive outcomes. As a result of this discovery, we created solutions for future travel experiences so that we can achieve what we set out to achieve; a...

We're all guilty of it. We coast through life thinking everything is okay while little fires start to build. It's our belief that the fire extinguisher is needed every 3 months to ensure a safe, secure and loving environment continues. That is why we suggest the Quarterly Check-ins. This is a topic we've discussed many times, and with the holiday season/new year approaching, we thought it wise to...

With the completion of US Thanksgiving, we now enter "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year".... for some. The truth is, this season isn't easy for all families and it can be very difficult on relationships. From the hustle and bustle to the multi-family traditions, to the gift giving and spending; this season is filled with stressors not seen in other seasons. To help you not only overcome the holi...

You know the feeling; when your eye starts to twitch, your neck gets tights and your face turns red. In this moment, do you choose to scream or sacrifice yourself and stay committed to gentle parenting? Asking for a Friend.... Also, is customer service dead or are we just becoming old and angry? This Podcast is Brought to you by: KiwiCo : Get your first month FREE on ANY crate line (with this link...

Backlash, understanding and creationship - we address these things after the fallout of last week's episode. Also, in a hilarious discovery, we find out that of the 4 love languages, Brit may not actually know what she falls under. With opportunities presenting themselves everyday, should you choose to work with your partner; and what does it take to make it work effectively. Enjoy! This Podcast i...

Is the term "default parent" used in your household or perhaps when you're speaking with your friends about your partner? Today we discuss how that term may be creating unspoken animosity between the two of you and why you should consider removing it from your communications. We also touch on the question; doesn't empathy lead to more sex; and who should be the empathetic one? Warning - This podca...

We talk a lot about managing expectation and setting yourself up for success. We also talk about date nights and making time for your partners. Although all of these still ring true, they're not always the easiest to follow. Here are tips and tricks you can use to enjoy an event (football game) with a partner who couldn't give an F**k about the thing you love. Enjoy! This Podcast is Brought to you...

If you've been following our journey over the past 2.5 years you'll have picked up on the fact that both Brit and Ryan have an affinity for all things Halloween. With this being the week leading up to Halloween, we thought it wise to prepare you by putting you in the spirit of Halloween. How do we do this you ask.... Spectacular Ghost Stories. Join us as we discuss a few of our own personal (new)...

There is this ongoing Mom Guilt movement happening; a sort of rally cry. As more mom step into their "working power" they're left with this linger feeling of guilt.... but is this a new thing, or have Men been silently dealing with this for as long as we can remember? Today we explore this which then turned into a spicy debate between Ryan and Brit. ALSO : is ghosting on an invite socially accepta...

Happy Canadian Thanksgiving to our Canadian listeners! On this episode we discuss: Slowing down the Hectic Holidays How to handle shitty kids... when the shitty kid is yours Shitty Neighbours, what do you do And a small Conspiracy theory This Podcast is Brought to you by: KiwiCo : Get your first month FREE on ANY crate line (with this link) MIXSUPPS > Get 20% off your first purchase (with this...

Welcome back to Part 2 of Susan Bratton's interview. This TLC mini episode is an Q&A for you and your partner. Join us as we explore what there is to explore about our sexual desires while to actively participate in the same exercise. We hope this mini brings you and your partner closer while expanding your possibilities. Enjoy! http://sexlifebucketlist.com  for the Sex Life Assessment Learn m...

Susan Bratton does not hold back, let me tell ya'. If you're looking to spice up your love life, this episode is for you. A self-proclaimed "Orgasmanaut, Susan is a Sexual Biohacker as well as the CEO and co-founder, Personal Life Media, Inc. and The 20, LLC. Connect with Susan: SusanBratton.com  https://gainswave.com/ https://femiwave.com/ Podcast Links: http://pumpingguide.com  for the Sexual B...

The song by GreenDay really sums it up when they say "wake me up when September ends". We find this time, more than any other time of the year to be the most chaotic and stressful, with limited quality time and absolutely no foundation for effective communication. Today we discuss the shitshow we call September and how guilty it makes us feel. Enjoy! This Podcast is brought to you by: MIXSUPPS &gt...