The Unconventional Marriage

In this episode, Christian and Heather unpack the “3 C’s of Marriage”—communication, compromise, and commitment. Together, they share why these three principles are the backbone of a strong relationship, how they’ve shaped their own marriage, and simple ways to put them into practice. Whether you’re dating or newly married, these 3 C’s will help you build connection that lasts.

In this episode, we dive into why standards are the most important part of dating. Christian and Heather break down the difference between standards and preferences, how standards shape your boundaries, and why they protect you from settling for less than you deserve. If you’ve ever wondered where to draw the line in dating—or how to raise the bar without feeling “too picky”—this one’s for you.

In this episode, Christian and Heather dive into the pressure society puts on couples to have big, expensive weddings and why they chose a different path. We talk about the belief that marriage is far more important than the wedding day itself, and how shifting our focus saved us from unnecessary stress and debt. We’ll share practical ways to save money on your wedding, eye-opening facts about the...

In this episode, Christian and Heather pull back the curtain on our dating journey, how we approached it intentionally, the habits and values we put in place early on, and why we believe those choices built the foundation for the marriage we have today. We’ll share the conversations we had before getting engaged, the boundaries and priorities we agreed on, and the mindset shifts that helped us avo...

In our very first episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on our story — how we met, why we started this podcast, and the meaning behind the name The Unconventional Marriage . We’re not here to give you cookie-cutter relationship advice. We believe in building a life, marriage, and future that doesn’t fit the mold — and we’re willing to challenge the norms to do it. From the early days of our rela...