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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 every Saturday from 11am – 12pm CT, and will offer listeners an authentic journey into the complexities of marital relationships.

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49:09

Rebuilding Trust and Recommitting to Your Marriage

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2026/03/06

Doug explores how couples can face change, rebuild trust, and recommit to their marriage when relationships feel broken. With guest Greg Schutte, the conversation also looks at forgiveness, the Eucharist, and why some spouses resist change or struggle to remain faithful to their vows. Listener questions and comments: Michelle – My husband believes I am the problem in our marriage, and I worry that I may be enabling unhealthy behavior because of his illness. What should I do? (19:49) Rob

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47:39

Will Conspiracy Theory's Ruin a Marriage?

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2026/03/05

Doug explores how conspiracy theories can create division and distrust in marriage and how couples can stay grounded in truth. He also answers a question about dating again after the loss of a spouse. Listener questions and comments: Jo – I am a widow who began dating again, but the relationship ended when he began discerning whether to remain single. Why would someone pull away after things were going well? Resources: Marriage Unhindered https://www.marriageunhindered.com/ Rekindled

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48:26

The Purpose of Forgiveness

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2026/03/04

How do you deal with unresolved childhood trauma? How do you set boundaries with the grandparents? Doug answers these questions and more. Listener questions and comments: Kyle - My parents are on the verge of divorce. How much should I stay out of it when they try to involve me? (24:56) Deedee - What if the people who harmed you are dead? Are these people aware that they have been forgiven? (35:07) Tiffany - Is there an option outside of our faith to help with these traumas? It’s a bit of a

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48:28

Healing from Trauma and a Broken Heart

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2026/03/03

How do you heal a broken heart? How do you deal with unresolved childhood trauma? Doug answers these questions and more. Listener questions and comments: Christine - I am reading a story of a woman in the Nazi camps who forgave the Nazis for what they did to her. it was so inspiring and reminded me of what you’re saying about forgiveness. (23:17) Jimmy - I was sexually abused by an older sibling and had forgotten about it until he apologized. I think that made it worse because it made me

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48:25

Faith & Mental Health

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2026/02/28

Dr. Beth Plachetka joins Doug to discuss the intersection of faith and good mental health. Listener questions and comments: Adriana - My husband has acute psychosis and he is really unstable. How can I help him? (7:14) Suzie - I was recently diagnosed with depression and I want thoughts on medication. (33:53) Resources: Dr. Beth Plachetka https://www.safeharboril.com/

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48:27

When Love Meets Reality

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2026/02/27

Doug goes to the mailbag. One listener disagrees with Doug’s advice and another listener’s husband told her he loves her but wants a divorce. Listener questions and comments: Jane - In 2016 I was divorced. My husband was in a pervious Catholic marriage. Is it ok for me to go to communion? (34:00) Nancy - Comment on the email: I don’t think the wife is being helpful to her husband. (38:09) Resources: Catholic Therapists https://catholictherapists.com/ Catholic Psychotherapy

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48:27

Beautifully Imperfect & Deeply Committed

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/02/26

Dr. Ed Sri and his wife Beth join Doug to discuss their book - The Good, the Messy, and the Beautiful: The Joys and Struggles of Real Married Life. Listener questions and comments: John - I have a porn addiction that my wife found out about and it led her to discovering inappropriate messages and a past affair. I suffered domestic violence from her this past month, and I'm now in a domestic violence shelter. She's reaching out to me. What do I do? (20:13) Kate - I heard your talk about how

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48:25

Growing in marriage together

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2026/02/25

Doug unpacks marriage as a school of love Listener questions and comments: Allison - I have two children under three and I stay at home. I am wondering what is fair to ask of my husband when he gets home? (19:49) Gabriela - My husband and I went to a therapist and have started spending 10 minutes together and it has really helped. (37:32) Deedee - Why are narcissists unable to show affection? (41:10) Resources: Happy Marriage for Life https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/

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48:26

Navigating Codependency in Marriage

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/02/24

Doug discusses codependency in Marriage. He defines codependency and shares the importance of healing yourself before you can heal your marriage, and that finding the right therapist is key in the healing process. Listener questions and comments: Lupe - I was in this situation and I got out...That girl needs to run! (22:41) Sharon - Your advice frightens me. I wonder what the husband has to for them yo leave? (34:31) Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous https://coda.org/ Catholic Therapists

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48:27

Love is not Self-seeking

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/02/21

Doug continues his discussion of St. Paul’s letter to the Corinthians on the meaning of love Listener questions and comments: Andrea - My parents have marital problems and I feel like I am getting sucked in. I want to balance helping them without crossing the line into their relationship. (11:12) Jamie - I am a practicing Catholic and my wife is having an affair. She will not go to the priest or counseling. She has used my daughter’s passing against me. (20:37) Marie - My husband and I

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48:22

What is love? St. Paul’s letter to the Corinthians

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2026/02/20

Does science support or refute St. Paul’s letter to the Corinthians when he writes on the meaning of love? Listener questions and comments: Patsy - I have been married for 47 years and it has been very difficult. He wasn’t present and in the past 10 years I’ve started to saying things and it’s been bad. (8:12) Samantha - Comment for the last caller: There is a book about Elizabeth Leseur, whose goodness turned her husband from an atheist to a priest after she died. (27:36)

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48:02

A Story of Hope

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/02/19

On this episode of Marriage Unhindered, Matt Young joins Doug to discuss suicide prevention. Listener questions and comments: Elizabeth - I had postpartum depression and I was feeling suicidal at the time. This was 20 years ago. (22:47) Jim - When I served in Vietnam, a soldier was reading a letter, and then immediately killed himself. It was because his girlfriend was breaking up with him. It's haunted me to his day. (26:38) Diane - My son passed away and there were many times I've thought about

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50:24

Lent Strengthens Marriage

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/02/18

Doug shares practical Lenten tips and explains how the rhythms of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving can strengthen your marriage. Listeners also offer updates, encouragement, and insight into difficult marital situations. Listener questions and comments: Becky – I previously emailed about my husband leaving me and want to share an update. (33:08) Carol – We were guests on Doug’s show and experienced something similar. I want to offer hope and healing. (39:24) Colleen – Could

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50:33

Impact of abortion on the father

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/02/17

Kevin Burke joins Doug to discuss the abortiontrauma suffered by the baby's father. Listener questions and comments: Mary - My husband found out that a previous girlfriend he was sleeping with had an abortion. He brought it up to me after we got married. He doesn't really talk it about it. What should I do? (24:26) Ed - I pray at abortion clinic and one man thanked me, because his girlfriend aborted his kid and he never got to meet his child. (29:35) Nicole - Was any research done on birth control

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50:28

Families Striving for Holiness

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/02/14

Peter and Theresa Martin join Doug to discuss The Wojtyla Community and Institute. Plus: Day 9 of the novena to Mary, Mother of Fairest Love. Listener questions and comments: Denise - I'm dating my boyfriend and we're both Catholic. But he's following his ex on Instagram. It makes me uncomfortable, but he said they are just friends. What do you think? (38:26) Resources: Fairest Love Family Project https://www.fairestlovefamilyproject.org/ Wojtyla Community & Institute

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Second Marriages

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/02/13

Drs. Michael and Catherine Pakaluk join Doug to discuss Catholic second marriages. Listener questions and comments: Steve - We are part of a second marriage retreat and we help with second marriage prep. (23:05) Joanna - I read Catherine's book and I love it! (25:07) Linda - My boyfriend and I both lost our spouses and we have children. I love him but his children just don’t like me. Is it ok to not think about marriage? (27:10) Deedee - What does canon law say about a marriage after the

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Becoming a Stronger Married Couple

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/02/12

Mike and Alicia Hernon join Doug to share lessons learned from 10 years of working with couples and families. Listener questions and comments: Fred - God doesn’t make defective people. He makes different people. (37:45) Resources: Mike & Alicia Heron https://messyfamilyproject.org/

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Genesis & Marriage

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/02/11

Dr. John Bergsma joins Doug to explore marriage and the book of Genesis. Listener questions and comments: Bill - Can you explain the part of Genesis that says 'male and female he created them'? (22:04) Mario - Can you clarify what Myrrh represents? (26:57) Alex - How does the aspect of jealousy factor into the covenant of marriage? (41:21) Resources: St. Paul Center https://stpaulcenter.com/ Dr. John Bergsma’s books https://catholicproductions.com/collections/john-bergsma

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51:03

“I Married a Military Man With PTSD”

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/02/10

Doug addresses how past trauma, especially from military service, can shape marriage and relationships. Listeners share experiences with PTSD, loss, compassion, and the role of healing and forgiveness. Listener questions and comments: Angel – I was married to a sniper with PTSD who later died, and I am now engaged to a military general. Should we seek therapy now before getting married? (22:00) Mary – A close friend who was a Marine took his life due to PTSD, and I am struggling with

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53:38

Rekindling Marital Love

Marriage Unhindered ·

2026/02/07

Doug shares 12 ways to rekindle love in your marriage. Plus: Day 4 of the novena to Mary, Mother of Fairest Love. Listener questions and comments: Maggie - I have a son whose marriage is struggling. He and his wife have been together for 10 years and the wife recently went back to the work world. She wants a separation. How can I help? (19:39) 12 ways to rekindle the love in your marriage Quality time Daily gratitude Memory lane Surprise fun Open and honest communication Romantic getaway New

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