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Chats From the Peak: A Marriage Pinnacle Podcast

Marriage Pinnacle

Welcome to Chats From the Peak by Marriage Pinnacle—the relationship podcast where love, marriage, and emotional growth are priority. Hosted by Dr. Lara and Memi, two Nigerian-American besties, this show brings you honest, hilarious, and heart-centered conversations about what it truly takes to build and sustain healthy relationships. From cultural expectations to communication struggles, intimacy, and self-work, we’re unpacking the highs and lows of doing this "forever" thing with purpose and

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54:37

Founder's Corner: Nobody Taught Us How to Date....

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2026/10/01

Nobody told you "how" to date they just expected you to show up married one day.And then wondered why it wasn't working. That's the gap Alison Wellington has built her entire career around closing. She's not a matchmaker. She's not your standard dating coach teaching you what to wear to dinner. As a relationship strategist and founder of Align with Alison, she works with busy professional women, many from Caribbean, African, and Christian backgrounds, who want marriage and have no idea why it keeps

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26:08

Why Your Apology Isn't Landing and What to Do Instead

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2026/09/24

Your apology might be making things worse and you don't even know it.Most couples think saying "I'm sorry" is enough. But if you and your partner are speaking completely different apology languages, that "sorry" lands like silence. One person feels unheard. The other feels like nothing they do is ever good enough. And slowly, without either of you meaning to, the distance grows. In this conversation, Memi and Dr. Lara break down why apologies feel so hard (from YOUR pride and ego to the fear that

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68:55

You’re Not Losing Your Mind, You’re Losing Yourself...

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2026/09/10

CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction & Welcome01:49 Who Is Gilly & What Is Nu Momish03:44 How Nu Momish Was Born09:02 Why Moms Are Still Isolated in 202617:11 The Biggest Struggle Moms Face in Community 20:56 Transformation Stories From Nu Momish Girls24:47 Identity & The New Version of Yourself After Motherhood32:58 How Having a Baby Changed Gilly's Marriage40:47 Balancing Entrepreneurship, Marriage & Motherhood 51:20 Gilly's Personal Village & Letting People Pour Into You55:17 Tools,

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42:09

How to Stay Connected to Your Spouse When Them Kids...

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2026/08/27

In honor of BACK TO SCHOOL, this episode is about them kids!!! Your kids didn't hurt your marriage. But the version of you that's been running on empty, managing logistics, and somewhere losing track of your spouse? That's worth talking about.In this episode of Chats from the Peak, Memi and Dr. Lara pull back the curtain on one of the quietest threats to a healthy marriage. It's not a big blow-up, not a betrayal, but the slow fade that happens when parenthood takes over and you stop tending to each

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71:34

Putting Down Shame After Trauma: Dating, Trust &...

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2026/08/13

What happens when your past has shaped the way you trust, date, attach, and protect yourself?In this episode of Chats From the Peak, Dr. Lara and Memi sit down with Michelle Valorae for an honest conversation about singleness, trauma, dating after painful experiences, emotional safety, boundaries, trust, and healing before partnership. Rather than focusing only on what happened to her, this conversation explores what can happen after the trauma. How does pain affect the people we choose? Can chaos

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45:12

Pursue, Attack, Withdraw: Which Conflict Style Is...

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2026/07/30

Every couple has conflict. But have you ever noticed that you and your spouse seem to have the same argument over and over again, even when the issue changes?In this episode of Chats From the Peak, Memi and Dr. Lara break down four common conflict patterns that can shape how couples argue, communicate, disconnect, and repair: pursue-withdraw, attack-attack, pursue-pursue, and withdraw-withdraw. From the spouse who keeps pushing for an answer to the partner who shuts down, from couples who escalate

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70:44

Get In the Room: How Community Actually Saves Your...

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2026/07/16

What inspires someone to dedicate their life to strengthening relationships?Welcome to the very first episode of 'Founders Corner,' a Marriage Pinnacle series that takes you behind the brands, organizations, and movements making an impact in the relationship space. In this inaugural conversation, Memi and Dr. Lara sit down with Nai Sobowale, founder of Black Marriage Club and Room to Relate, to explore the heart behind her mission to create meaningful spaces where couples can connect, grow, and

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64:37

Postpartum and The Unspoken Fourth Trimester with Dr....

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2026/06/25

What nobody tells you about having a baby is that two people are born that day and historically, we've only been preparing for one of them. Dr. Nicole Kumi, founder of The Whole Mom and maternal mental health expert, joins the ladies of Marriage Pinnacle for one of the most honest conversations about postpartum life, Black maternal health, and what the fourth trimester actually does to a marriage.If you've ever felt like a stranger in your own body after baby, fought your partner over who did more,

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28:13

You Cannot Build a Real Marriage on a Curated Version...

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2026/06/11

What you don't say before the wedding can shake your entire marriage to its foundation. Memi and Dr. Lara are pulling back the curtain on the conversations most couples avoid, rush through, or flat-out skip and why those silences cost you later. From body counts to bankruptcy, chronic illness to childhood trauma, this episode breaks down exactly what belongs on the table before you say "I do" and gives you a practical framework to figure out what's your secret to keep and what's your partner's right

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33:00

Your Relationship Isn't Content: How to Stop...

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2026/05/28

When did your relationship beome content instead of connection?You're posting the Valentine's Day roses, holding hands for the camera, and captioning it "blessed,"but the second the phone goes down, so does the act. You're performing a marriage for people who don't sleep in your bed, and it's exhausting.This episode calls out what nobody wants to admit: some of us are better at curating our relationships than actually living in them. We're breaking down how celebrating your love online can quietly

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62:48

Boundaries, Dating Standards and Finding Purpose in...

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2026/05/21

In this fun episode of Chats From the Peak, Dr. Lara and Memi sit down with beauty and lifestyle influencer AminaPlease to talk about faith, dating standards, singleness, and navigating your 20s with intention. After growing up Muslim and giving her life to Christ at 22, Amina shares how her faith completely transformed the way she approaches relationships, boundaries, and self-worth. From leaving unhealthy relationships behind to learning how to recognize the fruits of the Spirit in a partner, this

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33:42

What Does Unequally Yoked Really Mean? Alignment,...

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2026/05/07

In this episode of Chats From the Peak, Dr. Lara and Memi break down what it really means to be unequally yoked—both spiritually and practically—and why it matters more than people think. This episode isn’t about religion or to make you feel bad about the current state of your relationship. It’s about alignment in values, vision, lifestyle, emotional maturity, and long-term goals. And when that alignment is missing, it can create tension, confusion, and deep relationship strain over time.In this

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43:46

How Chronic Pain Affects Marriage, Sex and Mental...

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2026/04/23

In this episode of Chats From the Peak, Dr. Lara and Memi sit down with Dr. Christelle Samen, a double board-certified pain specialist and anesthesiologist, to unpack how chronic pain shows up in relationships and marriage. Pain is not just physical. It impacts your mood, your communication, your patience, your intimacy, and the overall health of your relationship. And for many couples, it is a silent struggle that often goes unspoken.In this episode, we explore:The difference between acute and

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36:10

Service Over Selfishness: How Selfish Habits Are...

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2026/04/23

In this episode of Chats From the Peak, Dr. Lara and Memi unpack a hard truth many couples avoid: selfishness in marriage and how it quietly destroys connection over time. From subtle habits to outright scorekeeping, selfishness can show up in ways we don’t always recognize in ourselves. And if left unchecked, it leads to resentment, emotional distance, and relationships that feel more like roommates than partners.In this episode, we dive into:The hidden signs of selfishness in relationshipsWhy

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71:43

Navigating Autism as a Parent: Culture, Faith &...

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2026/03/26

In this powerful episode of Chats From the Peak, Dr. Lara and Memi sit down with Dr. Deondra Smith of Breakthrough Therapeutic Concepts for an honest and transparent conversation about raising a child with autism while balancing identity, faith, and professional insight. Dr. Smith shares her personal journey as a mother navigating life with a neurodivergent child, and how her background as a psychologist provided unique access to care, resources, and early intervention; while also acknowledging the

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30:58

Living Wills & Last Will and Testaments: Why Couples...

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2026/03/12

In this important episode of Chats From the Peak, Dr. Lara and Memi tackle a conversation many couples avoid but absolutely need to have: death and what it means to having your affairs in order. Planning for death may feel uncomfortable, but avoiding the conversation can create emotional stress, family conflict, and financial strain for the people you love most. From funeral expenses to medical decisions and asset distribution, couples need to be proactive about estate planning and end-of-life

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44:44

Defensiveness in Relationships: Why It Kills...

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2026/02/26

In this episode of Chats From the Peak, Dr. Lara and Memi tackle one of the biggest communication killers in relationships: defensiveness. It's the story as old as time... you’ve seen it before. “Here we go again.” “Well YOU do this too.” “That’s not what I meant.” And just like that… the conversation is over.If you’ve ever wondered why small disagreements escalate into full-blown arguments, or why your partner shuts down when you bring up concerns, this episode breaks down what’s really happening

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23:05

Valentine’s Day Done Right: 5 Dos, 5 Don’ts & Love...

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2026/02/12

Valentine’s Day is cute… but is your love consistent?In this episode of Chats From the Peak, we break down 5 Valentine’s Day Dos and Don’ts that can make or break the mood and more importantly, how to show love in ways that last all year long. From unrealistic expectations and last-minute planning to meaningful connection and everyday intimacy, we’re talking about how to move from performance-based romance to intentional partnership.Whether you’re dating, engaged, or married, this episode will help

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35:09

Season 3 Kickoff: What’s Your Communication Style?...

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2026/01/29

(00:00:00) Intro(00:01:20) The Importance of Communication in Relationships (00:02:42) Introducing the Communication Quiz (00:05:12) Navigating Different Communication Styles (00:10:03) The Connector: Feeling-Driven Communication (00:12:42) The Analyzer: Logic-Driven Communication (00:15:15) The Fixer: Solution-Oriented Communication (00:17:56) The Peacemaker: Harmony-Seeking Communication (00:21:22) The Storyteller: Narrative-Driven Communication (00:29:30) How Understanding Communication Styles

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26:53

'That's Just How I Am | Breaking Emotional...

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2025/12/11

When we say “that’s just how I am,” we think we’re being honest, but often, we’re being defensive. Stop calling it your personality when it’s really your protection.This episode dives into how that mindset quietly damages connection, blocks growth, and keeps couples stuck in cycles of frustration.We explore:- Why “that’s just how I am” is emotional armor- How self-awareness can turn into self-defense- Why love challenges your comfort zone- Simple mindset shifts to choose growth over prideIf you’re

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