The Unplanned Podcast with Matt & Abby

Matt & Abby have an honest, thoughtful conversation about divorce, what the data actually says, and the seasons of marriage that tend to be the hardest. They talk through common reasons marriages struggle, indicators that often get ignored, and why they still believe in marriage, before closing with an Agree to Disagree segment and questions from listeners. This episode was sponsored by Rocket Mon...

Tony Robbins and his wife Sage Robbins sit down with Matt & Abby for an honest conversation about marriage, love, and longevity. They open up about miscarriage, surrogacy, raising kids later in life, and what it really takes to stay connected through different seasons of a relationship. This episode is sponsored by LMNT, Hiya, BetterHelp & Cash App. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT’s m...

The Abbys talk parenting through grief, the Kelsea Ballerini song that makes them cry, and what it brings up about family and regret. They share why they’re grateful they started their families young, discuss the pros and cons of young marriage, and explain how modeling pride in your work helps raise confident kids. Leave your voicemail: (602) 456 - 9690 Chapters: 02:19 - The Hope & The Hard 08:18...

Lydia Plath Wyse and her husband Zac join Matt & Abby for an honest conversation about growing up on Welcome to Plathville, falling in love, and getting married on reality TV. Lydia shares what shaped her upbringing, how faith and family influenced her relationship, and the personal loss that deeply impacted her family. They also talk newlywed life, community, and what it’s really like living part...

It’s episode one! The Abbys dive into how they first met, catch up on pop culture, talk New Year’s resolutions, and introduce their new “Ask Abbys” call-in line. Welcome to your new favorite cozy corner of the internet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt & Abby share life updates, including bringing home a new puppy and a recent trip to Missouri. They also open up about a family ER visit, revealing their miscarriage care totaled $35,000 and their toddler’s emergency treatment came with a shocking price tag too. The episode reflects on how quickly medical emergencies turn into overwhelming costs in the U.S. healthcare system. This episode is s...

Always Here to share the hope and the hard with heart and humor. Coming January 2nd. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt & Abby bring back Agree to Disagree on The Unplanned Podcast, where they react to relationship, parenting, grief, and marriage statements — and decide whether they agree, disagree, or fall somewhere in between. As the game moves through three levels, the conversation gets more personal. This episode is sponsored by Aura Frames, Nutrafol, Tovala & StoryWorth. Aura Frames: Exclusive $35 off Car...

Amy Duggar King — known to many from her time on 19 Kids and Counting — joins Matt & Abby for an honest conversation about her childhood, her relationship with the Duggar family, and the personal choices that shaped her adult life. She talks through the contract that pulled her into reality TV, the influence of IBLP, and what it was really like to grow up adjacent to such a household. Amy also ref...

Arthur Brooks is is one of the world’s leading experts on the science of human happiness, a Harvard professor, columnist of the popular "How To Build A Life" in The Atlantic, and a #1 New York Times bestselling author of 15 books. This episode is sponsored by Everyday dose, StoryWorth, BetterHelp & Article. Everyday dose: Get 61% off your first Coffee+ Starter Kit, a free A2 Probiotic Creamer, wit...

Matt & Abby finally talk about bringing a puppy into the family — what led to the decision, the worries, the comments that pushed them over the line, and how they’re getting ready for life with a dog and two kids. They also chat about grief, a sweet moment from their toddler, and an unexpected HOA drama. This episode is sponsored by Nutrafol, Tovala, Olipop & Square. Nutrafol: Nutrafol is offering...

Reece Weaver — breakout star of America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders — and her husband Will join Matt & Abby to talk about newlywed life, going viral overnight, and how sudden fame shaped their first year of marriage. Reece shares what it was like becoming the most-followed DCC ever, their honest thoughts on Netflix’s Season 2, and the real story behind the team’s push for higher pay...

Preston and Brianna sit down with Matt & Abby for a super fun and honest chat about their relationship, YouTube, and what life’s really like behind the scenes of their massive success. With almost 100 million subscribers between them, they’ve built an empire—but it all started with a blind date that led to getting engaged just two months later. They open up about balancing marriage with content cr...

Matt & Abby sit down for a super honest Q&A — answering your biggest questions about family planning, travel with toddlers, and how life has changed since their miscarriage. They open up about whether they’re scared to get pregnant again, how they budget with kids, what’s been hardest about getting married young, and what’s helping them move forward after everything they’ve been through. This epis...

Dr. Daniel Amen—renowned psychiatrist, brain imaging pioneer and bestselling author—joins Matt & Abby to unpack how the brain really affects health, mood and relationships. They dive into big topics: what Tylenol does to your brain, how autism should be understood through brain health, when anti-depressants help (and when they don’t), and why our brains are often overlooked in mental health. OLIPO...

Matt & Abby are answering everything you’ve been asking — from parenting two under two and keeping their relationship strong, to how they’re processing grief after losing their baby girl. They open up about their marriage, family routines, homeschooling, and what life really looks like behind the scenes right now. This episode is sponsored by Ka'Chava, OLIPOP, Article, Zocdoc & Cozy Earth. Ka'Chav...

Matt sits down with Tori Halford to talk about her raw and emotional IVF journey — from breaking off her engagement to facing infertility, miscarriage, and an emergency surgery after egg retrieval. Tori opens up about what IVF really costs (emotionally and financially), how she found strength through it all, and the realities of navigating infertility in the public eye. This episode is sponsored b...

It is with very heavy hearts that we share about the loss of our baby girl born far too soon. At a routine pregnancy appointment, our doctor could not find a heartbeat. Shortly after they sent us in for an ultrasound where the technician said words we will never forget, “I am so sorry I do not have good news.” That is when we got the gender reveal we never hoped for and also the news that our baby...

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This episode is sponsored by Hiya, Zocdoc, Google Gemini & Audible Hiya: Go to https://hiyahealth.com/UNPLANNED and receive 50% off your first order. Zocdoc: Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to https://Zocdoc.com/UNPLANNED to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Google Gemini: Visit gemini.google/students to learn more and sign up. Terms apply. Audible: Your first gr...

We’re sharing all the details about baby #3 — from our due date and our thoughts on baby names to cravings, morning sickness, and what it’s been like being pregnant with two toddlers! This episode is sponsored by Revolve, LiquidIV, Cash App & Google Gemini Revolve: Shop at http://REVOLVE.com/unplanned and use code UNPLANNED for 15% off your first order. #REVOLVEpartner LiquidIV: Get 20% off your f...

Rachel Cruze, best-selling author and daughter of Dave Ramsey, joins Matt & Abby to spill money tips every couple needs to hear. From combining finances and crushing debt to car payments, renting, and teaching kids about money, this episode is packed with practical advice you can use today. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp, Google Gemini, Nutrafol & Hiya. BetterHelp: Visit https://BetterHel...

Abby, Abigail, and Addy are all pregnant at the same time - and there's a lot to talk about. From which trimester has been the hardest, to what it's really like sharing pregnancy news for the third time, to the moments that make them laugh (and cry) most. They spill birth stories, talk VBACs, and share why having their mom around postpartum is non-negotiable. This episode is sponsored by Nutrafol,...

We’re pregnant with baby no.3!!! In this episode, we talk about the pregnancy scare before trying, the moment we found out, and how we told our families. We also open up about fears of miscarriage, how this pregnancy feels different, and the reality of being in the first trimester while raising toddlers. This episode with Hiya, Zocdoc & Audible. Hiya: Go to https://hiyahealth.com/UNPLANNED and rec...