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Marriage Unhindered

Marriage Unhindered is a sincere exploration of the joys and challenges within the realm of marriage. Hosted by the seasoned Doug Hinderer, this one-hour, caller-based show is scheduled to air Monday through Friday at 5PM CT, and will offer listeners an authentic journey into the complexities of marital relationships.

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Serving your Spouse

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/10/10

Is it possible for a young bride to be happy in serving her husband? Today, Doug shares advice from Alice Von Hildebrand in her book By Love Refined. Listener question and comments: Jean - My son sent me a no-contact text. How do I respond? (4:07) Irene - I'm in a no-contact situation with two of my boys, and it's been going on for four years. It's just heartbreaking and I can't see my grandchildren. (24:20) Elena - My daughter recently got engaged after dating her fiancé for three years

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Impact of Children on Marriage

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/10/08

Monica Hinderer joins Doug to discuss how children impact a marriage. They discuss relationship challenges including the effect on intimacy, finances and identity shifts. Listener questions and comments: Pete - Having kids gave me a reason to work harder. It was the proudest moment of my life. Having people around to support you is helpful. (13:19) Cindy - My sister has been friends with a guy for three years and recently started dating him. They’re already talking about getting married in

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Fighting Pornography Addiction

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/10/07

Steve O’Conner joins Doug to discuss how we can fight pornography use. Listener questions and comments: Mary - From the girlfriend’s side of things what were some things she did to help with your relapse. What were the things that helped him heal before they got married. (21:14) Resources: Catholics Fight Porn https://www.catholicsfightporn.com/ Magdala Ministries https://www.magdalaministries.org/

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Bedroom Manners

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/10/06

Doug discusses what is and is not permissible in the bedroom. He also shares tips for those who feel like giving up on their marriage. Listener question and comments: Matthew - I don't condone coercion but I don't think it should be kept from the other. I wonder if there is a traditional teaching that keeps those two things in harmony. (21:02) Mary - How do I communicate using the 4 four horsemen method. I need help doing it correctly. (38:23) Ron - Can I be forgiven for hurting my wife even when

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Fighting No-Fault Divorce

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/10/05

Mary Bowen joins Doug to give an update on her lawsuit against the Texas no fault divorce law. Listener questions and comments: Ronnie - My parents got a divorce when I was in my 30s and it hurt me. (17:05) Patrick - When you go through divorce, you feel like a criminal. I went through it and it was humiliating. (19:36) John - If you have a marriage partner that has a mental illness (bipolar), how do you work with that in a Catholic marriage? (23:08) Marilyn - My granddaughter wants a divorce. As

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50:31

Caring for Parents Under One Roof

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/10/02

Doug shares how to handle the challenges when and elderly parent moves in with you. Listener questions and comments: Matt - I have been married for 20 years. I have a continued pattern of not telling the truth. My wife has had enough. What should I do? (6:22) Addison - We moved in with my father-in-law. He's 86 now. It has been hard, but really beautiful since our son is 8 years old. My biggest advice is to have those memories, and try and have your own time. Sit around the table and have dinner

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50:29

Toxic Empathy

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/10/01

Monica Hinderer joins Doug to discuss toxic empathy. They also discuss questions on marital infidelity, and healing past wounds. Listener questions and comments: Juan - I have been married for 15 years and my wife thinks I'm cheating. (4:04) Joe - Does marriage counseling help heal past wounds such as infidelity? (18:37) Don - I've experienced toxic empathy and also the other marital issues fueled by toxic empathy. (41:13) Gloria - My husband was unfaithful, but doesn't want to go to counseling

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Rules for Manliness

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/09/30

Bear Woznick joins Doug to discuss his two books; 12 Rules for Manliness, and Men of Grit and Grace. Listener questions and comments: John - I have family history of the cowboy code! (36:28) Resources: School of Manliness https://www.bearschoolofmanliness.com/

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Overcoming Grief

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/09/29

Sam Hodges joins Doug to discuss grief. They explore practical ways to support someone who is grieving, how people process grief differently, and what grief can look like in marriage and everyday life. They also take listener calls from people sharing their own experiences with grief. Listener questions and comments: Sophie - My husband is mad at God and got away from his faith. Should I stay with this person? We are both Catholic and didn’t get married in the Church. (22:08) Mare - The best

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50:32

Number One Rule for Dating

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/09/28

Doug shares the number one rule in dating and discusses questions that must be answered to really get to know someone well. Listener questions and comments: Leslie - My husband died on April 2nd and we didn’t end on a good note and I don’t have closure. (12:17) Ray - I have noticed that girls will talk very loosely and tell stories about their sex lives. What should we do to address it or ignore. (18:03) Patricia - I am dealing with strife between multiple generations in my family

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Conversion, Jealousy, and Purity in Dating

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/09/25

Doug talks with his daughter Emily about seeing the beatification of Bishop Sheen in person. Doug also covers a few listener emails before getting into dating advice, including conversion to Catholicism within a marriage, jealousy in relationships, and navigating purity while dating. Listener Questions and Comments: Matt -Should I pursue conversion to Catholicism at the expense of my marriage? He has been married for seven years but is being drawn to Catholicism, and his wife is not very happy

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Postpartum Depression and Psychosis

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/09/25

Monica and Doug discuss postpartum depression and psychosis, what can be done to treat them, and how to equip children who hear about these difficult cases. Listener questions and comments: Celeste: I experienced psychosis two years ago and struggled with a split personality. (11:20) Rose: I experienced postpartum depression and want to share my happy ending. (29:35) Cynthia: I never planned to have children and did not have a maternal instinct. My husband wanted seven children, and after having

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50:41

When Addiction Hurts Your Marriage

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/09/24

Are you married to someone struggling with an addiction that is damaging your marriage? Doug welcomes Scott Weeman, founder of Catholics in Recovery, to explore the roots of addiction and how people can begin the path toward healing and freedom. Listener questions and comments: Charlie – I have been in Al-Anon and found a “Letter to an Alcoholic” especially helpful. I want to share how it helped me. (18:26) Joe – I spent 12 hours on YouTube yesterday and realized I am

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50:31

From Complaints to Connection in Marriage

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/09/22

Doug discusses several marriage topics including: complaining, where to find a good husband, and female breadwinners. He also shares several quotes to strengthen marriage. Listener questions and comments: Robert - My wife and I have been married for 20 years and I have a problem where I lie about small things. (11:18) Jade - I found out my boyfriend is cheating. He says he wants to marry me. Should we continue? (23:28) Mark - Comment: Jade seems like the forgiving type but she can’t trust

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Sleep Problems and Marital Stress

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/09/21

Dr. Bobby Jakucs joins Doug to discuss insomnia and nightmares and their impact on marriage. Listener questions and comments: Monique - I have long days starting at 2 AM and ending at 9 PM so I have a lack of sleep. Is there anything I can do because I am burned out. (11:50) Dave - I am semi-retired. I feel like I am over sleeping. What should I do? (22:05) Joanne - I have a nightmare where someone is chasing me and I scream in my dream but I wake up my husband. (25:16) James - My son is going

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The Possibility of Forgiveness

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/09/18

Doug unpacks a case study of an impossible marriage redeemed. In his story, the wife is shocked to learn that her husband was having an affair with a “friend”. Doug also responds to an email from a man whose wife refuses forgiveness and respect. PLUS: The Friday Rant! Listener questions and comments: Jane - One good way to go about asking a man out is through mutual friends and having a mutual gathering. (33:32) Resources: Impossible Marriages Redeemed

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Healing from Pornography and Infidelity

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/09/17

How can pornography destroy a marriage? Should a couple get married in the Church after an 11-year civil marriage? What should you do if your wife is withholding forgiveness? Doug goes to the mailbag answering these questions and more. Listener questions and comments: John - I have been married for several years and my wife was unfaithful. We separated physically but then got back together. Now there is a separation on my part mentally that I can’t get over. (15:37) Mary Ann - When there is

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A Christian Approach to Mental Health

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/09/16

Special guest Bishop Michael Burbidge joins Doug to discuss his pastoral letter,The Divine Physician and a Christian Approach to Mental Health and Wellbeing. Listener questions and comments: Deedee - I have been in a state of spiritual complacency. Is this a spiritual or mental issue? (37:08) Resources: The Divine Physician and a Christian Approach to Mental Health and Wellbeing

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Loving Him Through Sexual Addiction

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/09/15

Dann and Roxane Aungst join Doug. Roxane discusses her reality during the 25 years of Dann’s sexual addiction. Listener questions and comments: Maria - How do you look at your wife now? How did you overcome these emotions after such a long addiction? (22:43) Susan - Listening to this is very difficult. My daughter's husband was introduced to porn at 10 years old and it destroyed their marriage. She left him and is living with another man. Do you have any advice? (25:32) Yolanda - What you

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Gaining Wisdom in Marriage

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/09/14

Doug shares three tips from St. Bernard on gaining wisdom and explores how to apply them to our marriages today. Listener questions and comments: Brian - Somebody came into my life briefly and because of my life issues they left. How do I move on or get them back? (21:52) Jessica - I don’t like the way my daughter dresses or the music she likes. How do I address this tension? (25:49) Noah - I am currently living in Utah and there aren’t many Catholics. What should I do? (33:40) Allen -

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