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Marriage Therapy Radio

Look... every couple struggles. You fight too much; you"re bored; sex is either okay (or rare); maybe you"re even considering divorce. OR... maybe your marriage is actually pretty good, but you want to go deeper. In this podcast, straight-talking marriage therapist Zach Brittle tackle the most common complaints virtually every marriage experience. Along the way, they reveal the science behind strong relationships and talk about what"s really going on for couples. Topics include conflict,

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Ep 378 When Labels Hurt More Than They Help - Dr....

Marriage Therapy Radio ·

2025/06/24

Zach is joined again by clinical and forensic psychologist Dr. Shannon Curry for a direct and thoughtful exploration of how language shapes conflict in relationships. Together, they dissect common but often misused terms like “narcissist,” “gaslighting,” and “codependent,” highlighting the real harm that can come from assigning labels without clear definitions or clinical backing. Shannon brings clarity and nuance to a conversation that many couples face in therapy: how do you talk about

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Ep 377 Three Traits That Predict Relationship...

Marriage Therapy Radio ·

2025/06/17

Zach continues his conversation with clinical psychologist Dr. Shannon Curry for a vulnerable and intellectually engaging conversation that blends personal storytelling, relationship science, and unexpected insight. Shannon opens up about how her own relationship defied her expectations, thanks to what she learned from psychologist Tai Tashiro’s research on the three personality traits that lead to lasting happiness.They dive into what it means to choose a partner based on substance over spark,

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00:25:56

Ep 377 Three Traits That Predict Relationship...

Marriage Therapy Radio ·

2025/06/17

Zach continues his conversation with clinical psychologist Dr. Shannon Curry for a vulnerable and intellectually engaging conversation that blends personal storytelling, relationship science, and unexpected insight. Shannon opens up about how her own relationship defied her expectations, thanks to what she learned from psychologist Tai Tashiro’s research on the three personality traits that lead to lasting happiness. They dive into what it means to choose a partner based on substance over

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39:57

Ep 376 Dr. Shannon Curry on Trust, Triangulation, and...

Marriage Therapy Radio ·

2025/06/10

Zach sits down with Dr. Shannon Curry—clinical psychologist, couples therapist, and founder of the Curry Psychology Group—for a nuanced discussion about what happens when couples “team up” against their therapist in session. Drawing on her forensic background and deep clinical insight, Shannon explores the subtle dynamics of triangulation, conflict avoidance, and the emotional strategies people learn early in life to stay safe in relationships.Together, Zach and Shannon talk about how the

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00:37:12

Ep 376 Dr. Shannon Curry on Trust, Triangulation, and...

Marriage Therapy Radio ·

2025/06/10

Zach sits down with Dr. Shannon Curry—clinical psychologist, couples therapist, and founder of the Curry Psychology Group—for a nuanced discussion about what happens when couples “team up” against their therapist in session. Drawing on her forensic background and deep clinical insight, Shannon explores the subtle dynamics of triangulation, conflict avoidance, and the emotional strategies people learn early in life to stay safe in relationships. Together, Zach and Shannon talk about how the

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00:52:58

Ep 375 Behind Closed Doors with Laura and Ryan Heck

Marriage Therapy Radio ·

2025/06/03

Previously available only to our Patreon supporters, this special episode of So I Married a Relationship Expert is now being released to the full Marriage Therapy Radio audience. In this candid and heartfelt conversation, Zach interviews his longtime co-host, Laura Heck, and her husband, Ryan Heck, to explore what it’s really like to be married to a relationship expert. You’ll hear honest reflections, unexpected challenges, and plenty of humor as they open up about the reality behind the

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Ep 375 Behind Closed Doors with Laura and Ryan Heck

Marriage Therapy Radio ·

2025/06/03

Previously available only to our Patreon supporters, this special episode of So I Married a Relationship Expert is now being released to the full Marriage Therapy Radio audience.In this candid and heartfelt conversation, Zach interviews his longtime co-host, Laura Heck, and her husband, Ryan Heck, to explore what it’s really like to be married to a relationship expert. You’ll hear honest reflections, unexpected challenges, and plenty of humor as they open up about the reality behind the podcast

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01:00:08

Ep 374 Our Wedding Was Perfect. Then Our Relationship...

Marriage Therapy Radio ·

2025/05/27

Zach sits down with Baya Voce and Emmy Bush to talk about falling in love hard and fast, hitting a wall after the wedding, and what it takes to rebuild a relationship rooted in honesty, health, and play. The couple, known for their wildly creative wedding (think Burning Man meets RuPaul meets adult summer camp), dive deep into what really happened once the party ended. They speak candidly about the emotional fallout after getting married, the surprising way attachment systems get

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Ep 374 Our Wedding Was Perfect. Then Our Relationship...

Marriage Therapy Radio ·

2025/05/27

Zach sits down with Baya Voce and Emmy Bush to talk about falling in love hard and fast, hitting a wall after the wedding, and what it takes to rebuild a relationship rooted in honesty, health, and play. The couple, known for their wildly creative wedding (think Burning Man meets RuPaul meets adult summer camp), dive deep into what really happened once the party ended.They speak candidly about the emotional fallout after getting married, the surprising way attachment systems get triggered by

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46:23

Ep 373 Building a Friendship That Lasts Beyond Parenting

Marriage Therapy Radio ·

2025/05/20

Zach is joined by Darren and LaVerna Wilk to explore the journey of maintaining a thriving marriage through the transitions of parenting, fostering, and embracing the empty nest phase. With over 35 years of marriage and five daughters, they share insights on shifting from parenting to partnership, cultivating friendship, and keeping their relationship adventurous.They discuss planning intentional "midlife crises" to infuse novelty into their marriage, the importance of repair as a core practice,

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00:42:08

Ep 373 Building a Friendship That Lasts Beyond Parenting

Marriage Therapy Radio ·

2025/05/20

Zach is joined by Darren and LaVerna Wilk to explore the journey of maintaining a thriving marriage through the transitions of parenting, fostering, and embracing the empty nest phase. With over 35 years of marriage and five daughters, they share insights on shifting from parenting to partnership, cultivating friendship, and keeping their relationship adventurous. They discuss planning intentional "midlife crises" to infuse novelty into their marriage, the importance of repair as a core

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00:50:11

Ep 372 Reparenting, Receiving, and Reconnecting

Marriage Therapy Radio ·

2025/05/13

In this concluding episode of the guest-host series, Desirae Ysasi and Zach dive into the art of reparenting, integration, and communication in relationships. They explore what it means to revisit your childhood self while also allowing your younger self to guide you through present challenges. Desirae opens up about the overwhelm of parenting through work stress, sharing how her daughter’s recent emotional outburst became a mirror for her own emotional state. Zach reflects on a recent

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Ep 372 Reparenting, Receiving, and Reconnecting

Marriage Therapy Radio ·

2025/05/13

In this concluding episode of the guest-host series, Desirae Ysasi and Zach dive into the art of reparenting, integration, and communication in relationships. They explore what it means to revisit your childhood self while also allowing your younger self to guide you through present challenges.Desirae opens up about the overwhelm of parenting through work stress, sharing how her daughter’s recent emotional outburst became a mirror for her own emotional state. Zach reflects on a recent conference

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00:43:32

Ep 371 Do I Belong Here? Race, Intimacy & Emotional...

Marriage Therapy Radio ·

2025/05/06

Zach and Desirae Ysasi pick up where they left off—diving deep into the intersections of race, identity, privilege, and emotional intimacy in relationships and therapy spaces. What unfolds is a profoundly honest and vulnerable conversation about belonging, the emotional labor of marginalized people, and what it means to truly listen and connect across differences. Desirae shares how her lived experience as a Mexican-American woman shapes her approach to relationships, while Zach opens up

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Ep 371 Do I Belong Here? Race, Intimacy & Emotional...

Marriage Therapy Radio ·

2025/05/06

Zach and Desirae Ysasi pick up where they left off—diving deep into the intersections of race, identity, privilege, and emotional intimacy in relationships and therapy spaces. What unfolds is a profoundly honest and vulnerable conversation about belonging, the emotional labor of marginalized people, and what it means to truly listen and connect across differences.Desirae shares how her lived experience as a Mexican-American woman shapes her approach to relationships, while Zach opens up about

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42:05

Ep 370 Therapists Have Messy Marriages Too | with...

Marriage Therapy Radio ·

2025/04/29

Zach welcomes Desirae Ysasi for her first appearance as a guest co-host—and what unfolds is a warm, insightful, and occasionally awkward conversation about parenting, marriage, culture, and therapist life. From Desirae’s daughter offering podcast advice (“don’t be weird”) to Zach’s reflections on parenting adult children, the two therapists pull back the curtain on their real lives.They explore how therapists experience their own relationships, what it means to “cherish” your partner, and why

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00:37:50

Ep 370 Therapists Have Messy Marriages Too | with...

Marriage Therapy Radio ·

2025/04/29

Zach welcomes Desirae Ysasi for her first appearance as a guest co-host—and what unfolds is a warm, insightful, and occasionally awkward conversation about parenting, marriage, culture, and therapist life. From Desirae’s daughter offering podcast advice (“don’t be weird”) to Zach’s reflections on parenting adult children, the two therapists pull back the curtain on their real lives. They explore how therapists experience their own relationships, what it means to “cherish” your partner, and why

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51:17

Ep 369 Start How You Want to Finish: A Real Talk with...

Marriage Therapy Radio ·

2025/04/22

Zach sits down with Krystal and Dedric Polite, real estate entrepreneurs, parents, and partners who built their marriage and business with vision, honesty, and hustle. Known for their HGTV show and business Be Polite Properties, the Polites take listeners behind the scenes of their relationship — from their first date (which felt more like an interview) to their evolving partnership as co-parents and business owners. Krystal and Dedric share how intentionality, therapy, and shared values laid the

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00:47:02

Ep 369 Start How You Want to Finish: A Real Talk with...

Marriage Therapy Radio ·

2025/04/22

Zach sits down with Krystal and Dedric Polite, real estate entrepreneurs, parents, and partners who built their marriage and business with vision, honesty, and hustle. Known for their HGTV show and business Be Polite Properties, the Polites take listeners behind the scenes of their relationship — from their first date (which felt more like an interview) to their evolving partnership as co-parents and business owners.Krystal and Dedric share how intentionality, therapy, and shared values

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51:51

Ep 368 The Hard Work of Staying Together: Tarah &...

Marriage Therapy Radio ·

2025/04/15

In this vulnerable and powerful episode, Zach is joined by Tarah and EJ Kerwin, a married therapist duo and co-founders of Relationship Renovation, a counseling center and podcast dedicated to helping couples reconnect and rebuild. With honesty, warmth, and even some tears, Tarah and EJ take us behind the scenes of their own marriage—from honeymoon bliss to total overwhelm, from avoidance and trauma to healing and deep emotional presence.They share how the birth of their twins shifted their entire

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