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Wife Approved with Shane & Caroline Whatley

Shane and Caroline Whatley

Marriage. Family. Tech that sometimes works. Welcome to Wife Approved — a podcast from Shane & Caroline Whatley that gives you a real look inside their smart home and family life. One’s a tech-obsessed YouTuber. The other just wants the lights to turn on without yelling at Siri. From parenting chaos and marriage laughs to automations that cause more fights than fixes, this show is all about finding the humor (and help) in everyday life with tech. Real talk. Real marriage. Mostly functional

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Ep 13: Why Women Are SO Stressed During the Holidays...

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2025/11/04

In this episode of the Wife Approved Podcast, Caroline breaks down EXACTLY why women get so stressed during the holidays (spoiler: it's because we do literally everything). We debate whether gift cards are lazy or genius, discuss our family holiday traditions (including smart Christmas lights), and get real about the pressure of making Christmas magical.Topics we cover:• Why holiday planning falls on moms (and why that's exhausting)• Gift cards: lazy or smart?• Our daughter's Halloween plans with

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Ep 12: Halloween Hangovers & Car Crash PTSD - Are We...

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2025/10/28

It’s Halloween week, and things get wild. 🎃From trampoline builds and jiu-jitsu at 40, to Caroline’s worst hangover ever and Shane’s haunted garage stories, this episode is equal parts hilarious and heartfelt. We also open up about the terrifying car crash that changed how we drive forever, share some spicy Halloween hot takes (like whether parents deserve 40% of the candy), and end with a wife-approved debate over 3D printers and smart bed warmers.Grab your candy, pour a glass (maybe not three

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Ep11: When Life Gets Heavy: Cancer, Faith & Smart...

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2025/10/21

Emotions are high this week. We get vulnerable about Caroline's best friend finishing chemo, why it's so hard to cry when you feel like you need to be strong, and our answer to your question about faith and believing in a higher power.We also talk about toxic people who drain your energy, why advocating for yourself medically matters, Shane's 3am water leak adventure, and whether motion sensors are wife approved (spoiler: they're not).Topics:Friend's cancer journey &

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01:11:55

Ep 10: Bedroom Automation War & Intimacy Truths —...

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2025/10/14

Episode 10We cover a lot this week—starting with Caroline’s new iPhone 17 Pro Max. Then it’s off to the State Fair (why Shane dreads it, why Caroline loves it, and teen-years ride horror stories).From there we dive into real-talk marriage hot takes:Do date nights fix problems—or prevent new ones?Is sleeping in separate rooms “healthy”… or just toxic?“Too tired” for intimacy: logistics vs. libido (and why daytime sometimes wins).On the smart-home front, the Bedroom Automation Saga continues: smart

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Hollywood vs Family Life + the Bedroom Smart Home...

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2025/10/07

Episode 9In this episode, we dive into the chaos of our week, from sore backs and new MMA class adventures to Caroline’s ongoing battle with bedroom smart home automations. We chat about raising older kids, our thoughts on modern movies and TV, and how Hollywood handles family and marriage. Plus, we answer a listener question about being young with almost-grown kids and kick off our new “Wife Approved or Not” segment.👉 Submit YOUR questions or topics (anonymously) for a future podcast here:

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00:58:39

Ep 8: Marriage Fights, Pride & Advice We Wish We Knew

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2025/09/30

This week, we’re sharing some naked truths about marriage. From pride that almost broke us, to the silent treatment years, to the lessons we wish we knew earlier—this one goes deep.We also:Laugh about iPhone drops and “scratchgate”Share a wild clothing-optional beach story 😳Answer your anonymous questions about love and marriageGive our honest advice for newlyweds after 15+ years togetherReal talk, hard lessons, and a few laughs along the way.Thanks for listening — we appreciate you. 👉 Submit YOUR

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Ep 7: Burnout, Family Pressure & The Weight of It All

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2025/09/23

This week Shane and Caroline get raw about emotional labor, family pressure, and the moment everything finally spilled out. We talk about carrying other people’s problems, sleep, boundaries, and the small things that actually matter — plus a little smart-home tech talk and a sweet homecoming story.If this episode resonates, please leave a rating or review — it helps others find the show. Want to ask a question for the podcast? Submit anonymously here:https://wifeapprovedpodcast.comPodcast Sponsor:

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Ep 6: The #1 Rule That Keeps Our Marriage Working

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2025/09/16

In this episode of the Wife Approved Podcast, Shane is back from Germany—and Caroline has a LOT to share about what went down while he was gone. From dog poop disasters and broken appliances, to cheer chaos and smart home fails, things got wild at home.We also open up about the #1 rule that’s kept our marriage strong all these years. Why it matters, how we’ve built it into our relationship, and what happens when it’s missing.Other highlights this week:Shane’s IFA 2025 trip (and the weirdest robot he

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Ep 5: How We Met & Why Nobody Takes Care of Mom

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2025/09/09

In this episode, Caroline is sick… and not happy. 😅 We dive into what really happens when mom goes down and nobody steps up — from missed soup deliveries to sleeping on the couch, forgotten meals, and the great "who's more nurturing?" debate.We also answer a listener question about how we met and share some wild early relationship stories (spoiler: MySpace, Hooters, lifeguard stand, and back porch cigars all make an appearance). Plus, Caroline breaks down her Bingo Loco girls'

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Ep 4: DIY Disasters, Foam Parties & Neglecting Our...

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2025/09/02

This week Shane and Caroline are all over the place — from neglected smart home automations that make Caroline’s eye twitch 😬, to DIY “repairs” that never quite get finished, Hobby Lobby plant hauls, and even foam party flashbacks (yes, really).We also answer your questions about:• The infamous “lockout” story with smart locks• Which automations Caroline actually hates (spoiler: most of them)•How the family really feels about constant tech changes in the house• Why Shane neglects the smart home

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Ep 3: How YouTube Changed Him (and Our Smart Home...

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2025/08/26

This week Shane and Caroline are diving into everything from back-to-school chaos and smart home automations (that may or may not drive Caroline insane 😅), to hair-day rules, new iPhones, exploding heads of lettuce, and the infamous network rack disaster that left holes in the wall and one very traumatized dog.Thanks to our sponsor Aqara for supporting this episode! Check out their affordable and reliable smart home products:Doorbell Camera G410"G410SHANE" for 20% off from August 26-31Camera G100

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Ep 1: Why We Started the Wife Approved Podcast

Wife Approved with Shane & Caroline Whatley ·

2025/08/19

Welcome to the Wife Approved Podcast! We're super excited to kick off this journey and share a behind-the-scenes look at our lives, marriage, and our adventures in building a smart home. In this first episode, we dive into our motivations for starting this podcast, the challenges we face, and the laughter that comes with it. We want to create a space where we can be real, share our experiences, and hopefully connect with you on a deeper level. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just someone

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Ep 2: Smart Home Fails, Parenting Chaos & Balancing...

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2025/08/19

Tech Stress & Smart Home Fails (But Also Some Wins)“I can’t imagine tinkering with technology. That sounds like hell on earth!”If you feel the same way — you’re not alone.In this episode of the Wife Approved Podcast, Shane and Caroline dive into the wild ride of building a smart home while juggling real life, marriage, and back-to-school chaos.Shane reveals his latest smart home projects (including a new bedroom lighting setup), while Caroline shares her honest thoughts on the

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Welcome to the Wife Approved Podcast!

Wife Approved with Shane & Caroline Whatley ·

2025/08/18

Welcome to the Wife Approved Podcast — a behind-the-scenes look at marriage, parenting, tech, and real life from Shane and Caroline Whatley.Shane’s a smart home YouTuber. Caroline’s the one who has to live with all the gadgets.Together, they’re pulling back the curtain on what life is really like — the chaos, the laughs, and the tech that sometimes works (and sometimes doesn’t).Hit follow and get ready for honest convos, relatable stories, and a whole lot of “Did you seriously automate that?”New

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