In this laugh-out-loud —and think-a-little — conversation, Dr. Heidi and Dr. Scott Hastings sit down again with Dr. Gina Barreca, a world-class intellect who studies humor the way most of us need to use it: to survive life, love, and other people.
From bathroom bonding to marriage banter gone wrong, Gina unpacks why laughter is essential in relationships—and how to know when a joke stops being funny and starts being harmful. Discover why women tell stories (not jokes), what makes men and women laugh differently, and how humor can transform tension into connection.
Because in marriage, if you can’t laugh at yourselves… you might just become the punchline.
Topics include:
💬Healthy vs. harmful humor in marriage
💬Gender differences in communication and laughter
💬The healing power of shared laughter
💬How to bring humor back when things get heavy
So grab your 500-pound purse, your favorite spouse, and join us for an episode that proves comedy really is a survival skill for love.
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Why do words—and laughter—matter so much in marriage?
In this lively and heartfelt episode of Marriage IQ, Drs. Heidi and Scott Hastings welcome Dr. Gina Barreca—professor, bestselling author, humorist, and truth-teller on women, culture, and relationships. Known for blending sharp wit with deep insight, Dr. Barreca opens up about her Brooklyn roots, how comedy became her survival skill, and why humor is one of the most honest languages of love.
Together, they dive into:
💬 The power of precise communication—and why naming your feelings can be the first step to healing.
💬 How humor helps couples survive pain, stress, and everyday mistakes (including expensive travel mishaps!).
💬 What feminism really means in marriage—and why mutual respect, not rivalry, defines equality.
💬 How shared laughter can build intimacy and authenticity in even the toughest seasons.
From childhood resilience to relationship wisdom, this conversation is as funny as it is profound—a reminder that love, like humor, is all about telling the truth with heart.
🎧 Listen in for a candid, laughter-filled exploration of how being real, precise, and playful can transform the way we love.
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We pick up where last week left off—moving from technoference to the bigger beast: social media. From doomscrolling and old-flame DMs to jealousy, comparison, and online “tribes,” Drs. Heidi and Scott Hastings unpack how our digital lives spill into our marriages—for better and for worse.
You’ll hear what divorce attorneys are seeing in real life, why phubbing (phone-snubbing your partner) cuts deeper than it seems, and what the research says about how scrolling shapes satisfaction, anxiety, and trust.But this episode isn’t anti-tech—it’s pro-intentionality. We share smart ways to keep connection stronger than your feed: couple boundaries, shared accounts, algorithm detox, and a new “Tech Check 2.0” to help you and your spouse turn screens into tools for intimacy, not obstacles to it.
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A true confession kicks this episode off: we accidentally lost half our date night to our phones. That slip becomes today’s lesson on technoference (little device interruptions) and phubbing (phone-snubbing your partner)—and why even “just a second” can quietly lower connection, satisfaction, and trust.
We break down the brain science (hello, dopamine loop), the common bias that makes your scrolling feel harmless but theirs feel hurtful, and simple fixes that work: no-phone zones, joint (not parallel) screen time, playful repair, and our 10-Minute Tech Check you can try tonight. Plus, a few tech-for-good ideas (card decks, sweet midday texts, shared playlists) to boost intimacy.
Part 2 drops Friday: social media’s impact on you—and your marriage. Follow, share with a friend, and leave a review to help other couples find Marriage IQ.
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What happens when your best intentions collide with your partner’s expectations?
In this real, unscripted Marriage IQ episode, Drs. Scott and Heidi Hastings unpack how miscommunication and emotional reactivity can derail even the best marriage moments—from heartfelt conversations to romantic retreats.They share a recent story of how cloudy weather, unspoken needs, and one vulnerable moment turned into conflict—and how they repaired it with empathy, humor, and new “rainy-day rules” for their relationship.
👉 Listen in for practical tools to turn misunderstandings into deeper connection—and to learn how to speak and listen with emotional intelligence.
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What do spies and spouses have in common?
In this episode of Marriage IQ, we sit down with Jeremy Hurewitz — former foreign correspondent turned corporate intelligence specialist and author of Sell Like a Spy — to talk about what high-level spy skills can teach us about marriage.
You’ll learn:
✅How to get honest answers from your partner without starting a fight
✅The FBI-inspired way to calm an emotional argument before it explodes
✅Verbal mirroring and the “FM radio voice” trick that helps your partner feel safe
✅Radical empathy: caring for your spouse even in moments you don’t actually like them
✅How elite listeners make you feel like you’re the only person in the room — and how to practice that at home
We also get into body language, reading what’s really going on under the surface, and knowing whether your spouse is mad at YOU… or just mad at the situation.
If you’ve ever thought, “We’re talking, but we’re not connecting,” this one is for you.
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Drs. Scott & Heidi Hastings unveil the Ultimate Marriage IQ Date Idea Collection—organized by season, budget, and connection level so you can pick the right date for right now. From everyday, low-cost adventures to cozy winter rituals, spring renewals, summer spontaneity, and fall reflections, you’ll get plug-and-play ideas across the Four Cornerstones: Identity, Intentionality, Insight, and Intimacy.
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Date night isn’t a luxury—it’s maintenance for a scintillating marriage. In this playful episode, Drs. Scott & Heidi Hastings pull back the curtain on 30 years of Friday nights: what’s worked, what hasn’t, and why consistent dates keep you out of “roommate mode.”
You’ll hear their first-kiss story (fireworks were involved), the budget hacks they used in med school, and a stack of Marriage IQ ideas across the Four Cornerstones—Identity, Intentionality, Insight, and Intimacy.
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Why do so many men struggle to express emotion—and what happens to marriages when they do?
In this compelling episode of Marriage IQ, Drs. Heidi and Scott Hastings sit down with psychologist Dr. Gloria Vanderhorst, whose groundbreaking work on the emotional development of men and boys reveals surprising truths.
From toddler tears to marital tension, Dr. Vanderhorst explains how boys are taught early on to suppress tenderness, sadness, and fear—and how that emotional restriction shows up later in intimacy, conflict, and connection.
Together, they explore:
💬Why boys are born more emotionally expressive than girls
💬 How culture trains men to mute their feelings
💬 What women can do to invite emotional depth without fear or shame
💬 Simple tools (like “feeling words” lists) to help families nurture emotional fluency
It’s an eye-opening conversation about healing generations of emotional silence—and building marriages where men and women can truly feel, connect, and grow together.
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What happens when your childhood story starts running your marriage? Therapist and podcast host Malisa Hepner knows that answer firsthand. With a 10/10 ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) score and a lifetime of chaos, Malisa learned how unresolved trauma quietly scripts adult relationships—until we rewrite the story.
In this powerful episode, Malisa joins Dr. Heidi and Dr. Scott Hastings to unpack how early wounds shape identity, love, and self-worth—and how healing begins when we stop performing for approval and start cultivating self-compassion. You’ll discover:
💡 Why “quiet” marriages can feel unsafe for trauma survivors
💡 How to recognize when you’re projecting pain instead of perceiving reality
💡 Why real accountability isn’t shame—it’s self-love in action
💡 And the simple mindset shift that transforms reactivity into peace
This episode will speak to anyone who’s ever felt “too much,” “not enough,” or stuck in survival mode inside their relationship.
🎧 Tune in for a masterclass in healing, insight, and radical self-responsibility—because you can’t have peace in your marriage if you don’t have it in your spirit.
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In Part 2 of our Myth Busting series, Heidi and Scott take a research-driven (and very real) look at the narratives that quietly sabotage marriages—especially in faith-based homes.
We unpack why “righteous = immune to hardship,” “waiting for marriage = great sex,” “sacrifice is always good,” “money will fix us (or we must wait till we’re ‘stable’),” “church attendance = trust,” and “betrayal means the marriage is over” don’t always hold up.
You’ll hear what the science says, what Heidi’s dissertation revealed, and practical ways to build honesty, sexual agency, and resilient intimacy.We love hearing from you!
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We all have stories we tell ourselves about what a “good” marriage should look like—but what if some of them are steering us wrong?
In this Marriage IQ episode, Drs. Heidi and Scott Hastings take a light-hearted yet thought-provoking look at the hidden assumptions that shape how we love, fight, and grow. They blend humor with research to show why some familiar ideas sound right but fall flat—and how shifting your perspective can actually bring you closer together.
This is part one of a two-part series—tune in Friday when Heidi shares her take from a female and faith-based lens.
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What if the very thing that makes your marriage feel safe is also what’s slowly draining its passion? In Part 2 of our fascinating conversation with psychologist and author Dr. Bruce Chalmer, we dive deep into the “death spiral” of passion—how couples who over-prioritize stability can accidentally shut down intimacy and feel miles apart.You’ll learn:
💔 Why emotional distance often feels like depression
🧠 How to pull back and see your relationship from a new perspective
🙏 The power of faith—religious or not—as a mindset for resilience
💬 How to apply Bruce’s 7-word formula: Be kind. Don’t panic. Have faith.Whether your marriage feels stuck or you’re simply ready to reignite your spark, this episode will help you find meaning in the mess, courage in the chaos, and connection in the conflict.
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Psychologist and author Dr. Bruce Chalmer joins us to share wisdom from 30+ years of helping couples heal, grow, and reignite intimacy.
We talk about his “Passion Paradox,” the balance between stability and intimacy, and how different perspectives—including his Jewish faith—expand our understanding of love and marriage.
In this conversation, we explore:
✅How his own life experiences shaped his approach to therapy.
✅Why marriage struggles are opportunities for growth, not just problems to solve.
✅The “Passion Paradox”—why couples crave both stability and intimacy, and how balancing the two can transform relationships.
✅How different perspectives—including his Jewish faith background—enrich our understanding of love and marriage.
Dr. Chalmer is the author of three insightful books—Betrayal and Forgiveness, It’s Not About Communication!, and Reigniting the Spark—all written to help couples heal, grow, and reignite intimacy.
He also co-hosts the Couples Therapy in Seven Words podcast with his wife, Judy Alexander, where together they bring humor, honesty, and practical guidance to the challenges every couple faces.
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In Part 1, we uncovered the 10 distorted thought patterns—like all-or-nothing thinking, mind reading, and “should” statements—that can quietly sabotage your marriage.
Now in Part 2, Dr. Heidi and Dr. Scott Hastings take you deeper. You’ll learn how distorted thoughts trigger painful emotions, fuel destructive behaviors, and create self-fulfilling prophecies in marriage. More importantly, you’ll discover practical Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) tools to rewrite those thoughts, challenge false beliefs, and reframe the story you’re telling yourself about your spouse.
Download Melanie's Mood Log: Find specific directions and a direct link to a copy of the mood log on the show notes page - https://feelinggood.com/2018/03/05/078-five-simple-ways-to-boost-your-happiness-5-you-can-change-the-way-you-feel/
Explore the Book "When Panic Attacks": For a deeper dive, David Burns talks extensively about the use of Mood Logs in Chapter 6 of his book, When Panic Attacks. https://www.amazon.com/When-Panic-Attacks-Drug-Free-Anxiety/dp/076792083X/
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Struggling with negative thinking in your marriage? Ever catch yourself thinking “I’m unlovable,” “We always fight,” or “Our marriage will never get better”? In this episode of Marriage IQ, Dr. Heidi and Dr. Scott Hastings break down the 10 distorted thought patterns that damage relationships—like all-or-nothing thinking, overgeneralization, mind-reading, and “should” statements.
Drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and real-life client stories, they’ll show you how these hidden thought patterns fuel conflict, anxiety, and disconnection—and give you simple tools to stop them. Learn how to challenge negative thoughts, reframe your story, and build a stronger, healthier marriage.
Learn how to clean your “mental lenses,” calm explosive emotions, see truth, and create a marriage that feels safe, connected, and full of love.
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Most couples will face challenges in the bedroom—but that doesn’t mean the marriage is broken. In Part 2 of our interview with Dr. Clifford & Joyce Penner, pioneers in Christian sex therapy, we explore the most common struggles couples bring to therapy and the practical steps that lead to healing.
What you’ll hear:
✅ When pain makes intimacy difficult—and why pelvic floor therapy changes everything.
✅Desire differences and how to talk about them without blame.
✅Why ED is nothing to be ashamed of and how couples overcome it.
✅Arousal and orgasm challenges—and simple retraining tools that work.
✅The truth about porn, intimacy, and rebuilding connection.
Whether you’re newly married or decades in, this episode offers hope, practical guidance, and the reassurance that you’re not alone—and you’re not stuck.
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Long before sex-positive podcasts and Instagram therapists, Dr. Clifford and Joyce Penner were standing in front of church groups teaching about godly, wholehearted sexuality—in 1975. Scandalous? Maybe. Transformative? Absolutely.
In Part 1 of this two-part Marriage IQ series, Dr. Heidi and Dr. Scott Hastings sit down with the Penners—authors, Christian (and other faiths) sex educators, and real-life marriage legends—to explore how a 45-minute church talk turned into a 50-year mission of helping couples embrace healthy sexuality rooted in faith, mutuality, and love.
You’ll hear the origin story of how two Mennonites became pioneers in Christian sex therapy, the five principles they've taught for decades, and why a values-based approach to sex is still relevant—and radically needed—today.
Whether you’ve been married 5 years or 50, this conversation will challenge your assumptions, inspire your intimacy, and remind you that the best is yet to come.Don’t miss Part 2 on Friday, where they share secrets to the most common issues sex therapists treat and what keeps passion alive after 64 years.
In this powerful episode of Marriage IQ, Dr. Heidi and Dr. Scott Hastings share their firsthand experience serving in Rwanda with the Dream Nziza Foundation—a journey of humanitarian service, marriage education, and global impact.
Listen in as they explore:
✅What it's like to teach trauma healing, self-reliance, and healthy sexuality to women in rural Africa
✅The cultural barriers to intimacy and emotional connection in Rwandan marriages—and how a single lesson on kindness changed everything
✅Scott’s experiences providing medical care in an under-resourced hospital system
✅Why a sheep can literally change a woman’s life—and how Marriage IQ listeners helped make it happen
How couples can turn shared vision into action—from a dream written in a journal to a life-changing mission across the world
Whether you're passionate about marriage and intimacy, faith and service, or simply curious about how to live with greater intentionality, this episode will inspire you to think bigger—and love deeper.
💡 Bonus: We share how you can still be part of this mission.
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What if the most powerful boost for happiness, health, and stability isn’t found in a pill, a paycheck, or a new app—but in your marriage?
This week we welcome Dr. Brad Wilcox, professor of sociology at UVA, director of the National Marriage Project, and author of Get Married. He unpacks why marriage matters now more than ever—not only for kids, but for adults too. From lower mortality rates to greater joy, stronger finances, and deeper meaning, the evidence is in: marriage still wins.
Brad also reveals the 5 C’s of thriving marriages—Communion, Children, Commitment, Cash, and Community—and why simple habits like regular date nights and shared rituals make all the difference. We explore what elites aren’t saying about family life, how to de-politicize marriage, and why choosing “we” over “me” may be the most revolutionary step you take.
Tune in and discover why marriage isn’t just personal—it’s vital to our civilizational!
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