Kristen & Roger Mansourian

We Love Our Family...But Damn Podcast

Society EN ↓ 27 episodes

A podcast about marriage, parenting, money, and the real conversations couples need to have when building a life together. From relationships and conflict to buying a home, navigating finances, and creating a strong family legacy, we talk honestly about what it takes to build a partnership — and a future — that actually lasts. bykristenlee.substack.com

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Kristen & Roger Mansourian

Episodes

Day 2 - How to Handle Family Triggers Without Going Full Regression Mode 09.12.2025 25:02

Day 2 is here — and honestly, this one is tender. Today we’re talking about something that happens to every couple … but almost no one admits out loud: Why we regress around our parents,why tiny comments turn into big feelings,and how two people who love each other can suddenly feel like they’re on opposite sides. This episode walks through a real moment that happened recently with my dad — one of...

Day 1 —How to Handle Stress Without Taking It Out on Each Other 08.12.2025 32:05

Today’s episode kicks off our 5-day series with a raw, honest conversation about why December brings out the best and the worst in all of us —and how couples can stay connected even when everything around them feels chaotic. We start with personal stories (including our Thanksgiving week meltdown moment) , break down why the holidays activate old patterns, and share the simple tool that helped us...