The Counter Culture Marriage

One Goal, One Team: How Shared Dreams Strengthen Your Marriage

In this episode, we sit down with Alex and Katie, founders of Every Love Intimate, an intimate date night subscription box designed to help couples reconnect and deepen both their physical and emotional intimacy. Alex and Katie share their journey of building a strong marriage, the importance of pursuing your spouse, and practical ways to prioritize intimacy even in the busiest seasons of life.
🔹 Topics Covered in This Episode:0:23 – Who are Alex and Katie? Their story & mission1:10 – Turning separate goals into one shared vision in marriage15:28 – How to prioritize your marriage in a busy schedule
Weekly date nights
Daily check-ins & going to bed together
Taking a couple’s getaway annually
"If you’re too busy for your spouse, then you’re too busy.”
19:04 – Why husbands should consistently pursue their wives21:12 – The importance of scheduling intentional check-ins with your spouse22:00 – Learning how to communicate effectively in marriage25:18 – What are date night subscription boxes?28:55 – The struggles men face in an overly sexualized culture31:00 – The role of intimacy in strengthening a marriage36:32 – Becoming intimately woven together by dreaming and pursuing goals as a couple
📖 Book Recommendation: Vertical Marriage by Dave Wilson, Ann Wilson & John Driver
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How to trust God’s Plan Through Both the Good and Uncertain Times in Marriage

In this episode you'll get to hear Cody and Katy Jo Carson share their story of how they chose to trust God's leading in their life (even though it didn't make sense at the time) and how it turned out to be the best thing they could have ever done.
You'll also get to hear their very entertaining story of how God used their friends to bring them together and how they navigated the crazy beginning years of their marriage despite all the curve balls thrown their way due to the pandemic.
You definitely won't want to miss the last half of the episode where we break-out into a deep discussion about the driving force behind what really makes strong families thrive!
In this episode you’ll hear:
Cody and Katy’s love story, how they met, and the crazy signs God gave them to show that they were made for each other.
How Katy and Cody navigated the beginning years of their marriage despite all the unexpected curve balls thrown their way by the pandemic.
The overlooked benefits of having a stoic and steady husband.
Katy’s unbelievable story that lead her to leave her career in sales to become a SAHM and what the switch from working full time to becoming a SAHM has done for their marriage despite the transition of going from two to one income.
The Rise of the MAMA BEARS in American culture
What pushed and lit a fire in Katy to start boldly speaking out about her faith and convictions on her IG channel @mrs.truth.on.the.brightside
Links:
Book mentioned by Katy during the interview: Created To Be His Helpmeet by Debbie Pearl
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The Power of Mentorship: Eliminated Negative Marital Influences with the Help of Strong Mentors

In this episode we discuss the struggles Wesley and Laurin faced as Christians going to a secular college, the positive impact that solid mentors have had on their lives and the journey God has taken them on now that has allowed them to transition Laurin from teaching to become a stay-at-home mom and full-time homemaker.
Wesley and Laurin are high school sweethearts and have been married for 4 years. They have one little one (so far!) and are active members in their local church. Wesley is an elementary art teacher and Laurin is a stay at home mom and they are both passionate about teaching and training the next generation to love Jesus.
Connect with Laurin on Instagram: @homeinapt.3
In this episode we cover several key topics including:
1:02 How did you guys first meet and what is your love story?
2:29 We know that Wesley is an elementary school art teacher and Laurin used to be a teacher before becoming a SAHM, what was it that drew you both to teaching?
5:43 From following you on IG I read on your very first post that in order for you to become a SAHM you had to give up half of your family’s income and stop teaching which was a dream you’ve had pretty much your whole life. I know that couldn’t have been an easy choice, so I’d love to know what was it that lead you guys to make the choice to have Laurin come home and become a SAHM?
10:03 Have you always had the desire to be a homemaker, or what was the journey that brought you to where you are today?
18:13 What are some of the struggles you experienced, and what kept you plugged into what God had for you through your college experience?
22:59 Can you tell us a little bit about the role models you both had, how you allowed them to speaking into your lives and what kind of impact it’s had?
35:03 What has it done for your marriage since you made the decision to have Laurin become a stay at home mom
43:43 Laurin, I’d love to hear more about homemaking channel on instagram. What led you to start @homeinapt.3
46:22 What’s your biggest piece of advice that you would pass along to a couple just getting started that would like to build a healthy, strong, Christ centered marriage?

The Power of Connection: Practical Tips for Raising Children Without the Influences of Pop-Culture

In this special episode, we sit down with Scott and Jolie Kinney who have been married for 26 years and have strived to raise their children without the negative influences of pop-culture. They share their own experiences and insights, providing practical advice for creating a loving and close-knit family and marriage while doing so.
Whether you're a new parent or a seasoned pro, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to create a loving and supportive family environment and help their children reach their full potential while maintaining a strong and loving marriage.
In this episode we cover several key topics including:
(5:00 )What is it that led you to choose to raise your family without the influences of pop-culture?
(13:54) What kind of push back from friends or family did you experience during your parental journey of raising your children without pop-culture?
(16:51) How old were your children when you chose to start raising them this way?
(20:52) What are the realities of “sheltering” your kids from negative influences and why is it actually a good thing for them in the long run?
(24:21) What kind of tips or advice would you share with another couple that was considering to raise their children without the influences of social media and pop-culture?
(31:22) What is your biggest marriage tip that you would pass onto a couple just getting started that wants to create a healthy, thriving, Christ centered marriage?

Getting Back to the Basics: The Key to a More Meaningful and Purposeful Marriage

In this episode we explore the challenges of transitioning from city living to starting a homestead, as well as the rewards of getting back to the basics in your relationship with Christ and restructuring your life so that it reflects God's plan for marriage.
Andy and Madison Powers have been married for 8 years and have three busy boys. They are just beginning their homesteading adventure in the beautiful province of Nova Scotia. Andy works as an airline pilot and Madison is a former nurse turned homemaker. They both have a passion for Jesus that has been reignited this past year, and have delved deeper into what it means to be followers of Christ.
Follow and connect with Madison on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecultivatinghomemaker
In this episode we cover several key topics including:
(5:05) how did you get started as homesteaders?
(8:45) What kind of impact has the different pace in lifestyle had on your marriage?
(14:49) What led you to transition from your career as a nurse to a SAHM?
(20:54) What are some challenges as a husband and father that go along with being a pilot and having to be away from home and how do you overcome them?
(25:33) What was it that reignited your passion for Jesus and how has it changed your lives and marriage?
(30:51) What led you to start your Instagram channel @thecultivatedhomemaker?
(36:31) What’s your biggest marriage tip that you would pass along to a couple just getting started that wants to create a healthy, thriving, Christ centered marriage?

Marriage Is Ground Zero In A Culture At War

The War on Marriage: Fighting for Your Family in a Culture That Hates It
Marriage is under attack, and the family is paying the price. In this first episode, we break down how today’s culture is working against strong marriages, why it’s critical to push back, and how your marriage can be a powerful tool in the fight for lasting love and strong families.
🔹 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:0:50 — What to expect from The Counter Culture Marriage Podcast2:07 — Our story and why we’re passionate about this mission13:37 — What it means to have a countercultural marriage17:17 — How to stand strong against the attacks on marriage and family21:18 — How to connect with us and join the Counter Culture Marriage movement
🌎 Visit our website: www.thecounterculturemarriage.com
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Ready to fight for your marriage? Tune in now! 🎧