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Life isn’t tidy. Neither are we. In a world obsessed with hustle, goals, and picture-perfect lives, this is your space to breathe, to question, to fall apart—and maybe even laugh about it. Life in Cute Chaos is an ever-evolving space where real people navigate real messes. Some days it's a solo ramble. Some days it's a conversation. Some days it's just breathing through the noise. No scripts. No blueprints. No perfect hosts. Just voices—raw, honest, and stumbling through the chaos, together. ...
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Binging With Benefits is your new favorite girlhood ritual in podcast form. Hosted by sisters Becca and Jessica, each episode is a nostalgic throwback to '90s sleepovers-think movies, giggles, and way too many snacks. Here's the twist: one sister watches a movie the other hasn't seen, then hilariously breaks it down play-by-play, spoilers and all. But the real cherry on top? At the end of every episode, the sister who didn't watch the movie shares a "benefit" —a little life upgrade that's be ...
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Marriage and Intimacy Tips for Christian Couples: Secrets of Happily Ever After

Monica Tanner - Marriage and Intimacy Coach for Christian Couples

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Have you ever wondered what makes the difference between those couples who absolutely LOVE to be together and the ones who merely tolorate each other in their old age? I always want to run up to the cute old couples who still hold hands while walking down the street and ask them all their secrets to relationship success. This podcast gives me the opportunity to do just that! I'm Monica Tanner, wife to a super hunky man, mom to 4 kids, weekly podcaster and relationship and intimacy expert/ent ...
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Planet Poetry

Robin Houghton & Peter Kenny

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Love poetry? Join Robin and Peter and their guests as they read poems, chat about all things poetry and generally explore the bedazzling world of Planet Poetry. Since we started this podcast in 2020 we've interviewed dozens of poets and poetry editors, discussed all the thorny issues about the poetry world and delved into our favourite poetry past and present. We don't have sponsors and we don't interrupt the flow with ads, so if you like what we do, please buy us a coffee or two at buymeaco ...
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You’re not lazy. You’re just missing that spark. And maybe it’s easier to stay in the “could’ve been” than to risk finding out you’re just... fine. So this week — we’re not fixing anything. We’re just making dinner. For you. By you. — 📍 Listen on: ▸ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4OQCapZYfcl4CbbNeoRKDJ ▸ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.app…
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Dr. Nicole Villegas, occupational therapist and founder of the Sensory Conscious Institute, explores how understanding nervous systems and sensory patterns helps build relationships rooted in safety, connection, and clarity. • Beyond the five senses: interoception (internal feelings), vestibular (movement through space), and proprioception (body po…
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You’re good at it. People say you’re great at it. So you keep doing it — until one day, you forget if you even wanted it. This episode is for the high performers, the people-pleasers, the quiet top scorers. You’ve been good for so long — maybe too good. And it’s time to ask the question: Is this still what you want? Or are you just stuck being good…
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When life gets chaotic, maintaining your sanity and your marriage requires intentional practices and clear communication. This episode shares my five-step approach to handling busy seasons with grace while keeping my relationship strong and cooperative. • Start each day with focused prayer to identify what truly matters that day • Ask for help conf…
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And what if… that’s actually okay? ✅ In this episode: A dream that didn’t feel like mine When “success” meant being loved Learning to stop performing direction And remembering: I was never behind 🌀 No hustle. No answers. Just a quiet reminder: you’re already enough. — 📍 Listen on: ▸ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4OQCapZYfcl4CbbNeoRKDJ ▸ Ap…
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Send us a text Still life? Not as we know it. Trembling with tension and beauty, and roses that cup darkness and secret trauma... Hear Richard Scott share from his extraordinary new collection That Broke into Shining Crystals, just published by Faber. This is brave and shining poetry, timeless and utterly contemporary. Plus Robin and Peter dip into…
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You ever sit there wondering, “Wait… am I even lovable?” Cool. Us too. In this episode, Milo and Tessa get real about self-worth, weird crushes, emotional baggage, and all the unspoken rules we think we have to follow just to feel worthy of love. It’s not a therapy session — but yeah, it might feel like one. No tidy answers. Just loud thoughts, mes…
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Tony and Elisa DiLorenzo of One Extraordinary Marriage discuss how busy couples can rekindle intimacy and connection through intentional time together. They reveal the biggest roadblocks to intimacy are lack of meaningful conversation and diminished sexual connection, with practical solutions for couples who feel like roommates. • The "we'll make t…
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We celebrate a double milestone as my son gets married on our 23rd wedding anniversary. This emotional weekend brings together two generations of love stories while I reflect on what makes a marriage work for over two decades. • Cooking for 125 wedding guests from a small Airbnb with crockpots scattered throughout every room • The importance of mor…
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Ever feel like your mind just… won’t shut up? 🌀 You're sitting in a café — and your brain’s already ten tabs in. 🌀 You’re finally resting — but suddenly you remember that message you didn’t reply to. 🌀 You’re just trying to be okay — but somehow it still feels like you’re behind. No hacks. No pressure. Just space to pause. And maybe ask — what are …
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I spent an incredible weekend at the first-ever Relational Life Therapy conference in Orlando, immersed in transformative teachings from world-renowned relationship experts. RLT offers powerful tools for building radically honest, fiercely loving relationships where both partners thrive in equality, focusing on intimacy, connection, and practical r…
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Money often causes tension in relationships, but it doesn't have to. Nate and Bethany Smith share their expertise on creating financial harmony through better communication, understanding each other's money stories, and developing shared goals. • Understanding your partner's "money story" helps build empathy and reduces financial conflict • Creatin…
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Send us a text Chaos? We love it! Time to meet Isabelle Baafi and hear about her-hotly anticipated first full collection Chaotic Good just published by Faber. Among other things, it grapples with what it means to live a good and authentic life in a world full of challenges and unwanted expectations. Plus Robin and Peter discuss the idea of délire -…
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In this episode, we explore how recommitting to daily conversations and weekly date nights can reignite emotional intimacy and transform your relationship with your partner. • Gottman research shows mapping your partner's inner world is crucial for emotional connection • People constantly change and evolve—nobody remains the same person they were w…
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Passionate relationships require more than love—they need the right psychological dynamics to keep desire alive. When couples come to me feeling more like roommates than lovers, they're often surprised to learn that their sexual disconnection has less to do with libido or attraction and more to do with unrecognized emotional patterns. The truth abo…
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What's the worst piece of marriage advice you've ever received? In my years coaching couples, I've heard countless well-meaning but misguided tips passed down between generations. Today, I'm pulling back the curtain on one of the most damaging myths that keeps showing up, especially in religious communities: "divorce is not an option." Despite its …
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Send us a text Why should not old men be mad? Hear Peter Daniels, a pioneer of gay men's writing in the UK, brood on the emptiness of boxes, speculate on what those Cavalrymen are up to behind the locked doors, cope with Quixotic characters and, finally, bathe in the pure light of silent contemplation. All this from Old Men published by Salt in 202…
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I'm announcing my first book "Bad Marriage Advice: 15 Myths that Are Making you Miserable," releasing on May 3rd to coincide with my 23rd wedding anniversary and my son's wedding day. The book challenges popular but potentially harmful marriage advice and offers better relational skills based on my experience as a marriage coach and interviews with…
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Monica Tanner shares transformative relationship skills to help couples communicate more effectively and maintain passion in their marriages. Through practical frameworks, she reveals how making specific requests and mastering repair techniques can dramatically improve relationship satisfaction. • Most people complain about relationship problems ra…
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Walking with your partner is a powerful tool that has strengthened my marriage through every season, from dating challenges to parenting transitions and career changes. • Discovered the power of walking while facing parental disapproval during our engagement • Walking side-by-side creates a safe space for difficult conversations that face-to-face i…
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Send us a text A gleam of love in hard times. Our guest Ellen Cranitch shares poems from her Bloodaxe collection Crystal, a subtle, multifaceted work arising from the discovery that her partner was addicted to crystal meth. Expect beauty, flashes of resilience and the deft capture of moments that sustain a relationship through this extreme challeng…
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This episode sheds light on the often challenging journey of forgiveness in relationships. Understanding how to forgive is crucial for moving forward after betrayal or hurt. • Exploring the emotional journey of betrayal in relationships • Importance of understanding personal willingness in forgiveness • Discussing the withholding dynamic in relatio…
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Trust is an essential foundation of relationships, but sometimes it gets broken. This week, Nate and I dive into the complexities of restoring damaged trust, providing valuable insights and actionable strategies. • Definition of trust and its importance in relationships • Exploring types of hurts: big and small • Discussing personal responsibility …
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This episode addresses how to navigate feelings of disappointment in a relationship, particularly following Valentine's Day. We explore effective communication strategies, the importance of honesty, and techniques to foster understanding and empathy during tough conversations. • Discussing the common aftermath of unmet expectations • Importance of …
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Send us a text Psssssssssst! We've invited Ruth Padel to share work from her recent Chatto Poetry collection Girl. She talks about the power of girls, the mythologies woven around them and the responsibilities they must accept. She'll take us from Mary at the Annunciation (wearing a Primark T-shirt) to glimpsing a Serpent Queen from the 88 bus. Rob…
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Can understanding love languages actually harm your relationship? Nate shares a remarkable personal experiment with his wife that uncovers some surprising insights into how we express and perceive love. While the idea of identifying your partner's love language is popular, we discuss the potential pitfalls of using it as a benchmark or a tool for a…
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This episode explores the concept of emotional entropy in relationships, emphasizing that love requires consistent effort and attention to thrive. Through relatable analogies and expert insights, we are encouraging you to actively nurture your marriage to prevent stagnation and promote growth. • Overview of emotional entropy and its relevance to re…
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The episode explores effective strategies for couples to enhance their emotional connections through acknowledgment, making specific requests, and celebrating small progress in relationships. By emphasizing the importance of turning complaints into requests, recognizing positive behavior, and ignoring unhelpful dynamics, listeners are encouraged to…
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Send us a text What's that knocking? It's the multi-talented Tishani Doshi, sharing her Bloodaxe collection A God at the Door. You'll hear supple, powerful poems fuelled by a controlled rage at the continuing oppression of women, blended with a playful optimism and dazzling ability to weave history, contemporary politics, and vivid imagery. Plus Pe…
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Explore the transformative power of Relational Life Therapy (RLT) and how it can help couples break free from unhealthy patterns to foster deeper connections. Risa Ganel discusses how the adaptive child, systemic changes, and a focus on second-order change can reshape relationships for lasting benefit. • RLT emphasizes systemic connections in relat…
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Communication is key to a thriving relationship, and asking for what you want instead of complaining is a game-changer. This episode offers practical tools to help you identify your unexpressed needs and transition from a blame-focused mindset to positive, actionable requests. • Emphasizing the importance of vulnerability in relationships • Identif…
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This episode focuses on understanding the importance of taking risks to rejuvenate a relationship and combat mediocrity. Monica and Nate discuss fears that hold couples back, with insights into how to engage in open conversations that lead to positive change and passion in marriage. • Emphasizing the need to awaken passion in relationships • Discus…
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Unlock the secrets to transforming a mediocre marriage into one filled with passion and fulfillment. Discover how to navigate the ebb and flow between survival and self-actualization, and learn why investing time and effort into your partnership can reignite the flames of passion. In this episode, we'll give you the 3 rules of turning a mediocre ma…
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Send us a text Ah-hem. Stop thinking like that. Think like a poet! Dwell in negative capability and write in a way that reflects the sheer messiness of human cognition! That's better isn't it? We meet Dai George and talk about his book How to Think Like a Poet (Bloomsbury Continuum 2024) - where Dai creates a new and generous canon of 24 poets from…
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After returning from a rejuvenating, phone-free escape to Cancun with my husband, I'm back with insights on how to create a year-end wrap-up experience. Joined by my faithful co-host, Nate Bagley, we share how undivided attention can transform your partnership, even if a luxury getaway isn't in the cards this year. Discover creative ways to carve o…
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Want to navigate this holiday season with ease and connection rather than stress and conflict? Join Nate Bagley and I as we discuss the complicated dynamics of holiday traditions, family gatherings, and the financial strain that often accompanies this joyous time. We offer insights into recognizing stress indicators in ourselves and our relationshi…
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Are you ready for a BIG Announcement and fun surprise? Introducing my new co-host, Nate Bagley. Listen in as we reminisce about our first meeting at a Tennessee marketing conference and how his work with marriage legands like John and Julie Gottman first piqued my interest. Nate shares his experiences as his life took an unexpected turn during the …
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Feeling like roommates or wrestling with resentment in your marriage? Discover how to rekindle an insanely fun and intimate partnership with actionable strategies in every episode. After a six-month break filled with family milestones and personal growth, I'm back with a fresh perspective and a streamlined approach. This season promises simplicity …
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Send us a text Strap on your best boots, and follow Martin Malone as he shoulders through the seasons on the rugged granite of Aberdeenshire's north sea coast, pondering nature, ecology, human resilience and frailty in his collection Gardenstown, from Broken Sleep Books , a beautiful collaboration with artist Bryan Angus. And we'll loiter in an Eng…
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Send us a text Aw! You’re squishably cute! Yes you, dear listener. In this episode we meet Isabel Galleymore and hear from her highly original collection Baby Schema, published by Carcanet. Tempted into a big-eyed world of Disneyfied cuteness you’ll find things getting increasingly weird as Isabel examines its distorting relationship with nature, b…
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Send us a text Kerpow! The poetry fireworks are back. We spark our fifth season into life with Danez Smith – who shares poems from their astonishing collection Bluff (published by Vintage Penguin 2024), destined to be one of the books of the decade. Danez discusses everything from Afropessimism to the power of water as a metaphor. Plus we hear poem…
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Send us a text Rrrrrrrip! Yikes! That’s the sound of the Planet Poetry rulebook being wantonly torn in half for our Season 4 finale. For one episode only Robin and Peter abandon their solemn vow and share some of their own poetry from forthcoming Pindrop and Mariscat publications. Then, under the chalky Sussex cliffs, we bask in recollections of an…
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Send us a text Grip the square steering wheel of your Austin Allegro and let Jane Commane navigate you through the haunted places of the post-industrial Midlands. She treats us to poems from Assembly Lines published by Bloodaxe including UnWeather, quite possibly the best Brexit response we've heard. We upload this episode on the day of the UK's Ge…
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Send us a text Hear Rory Waterman describe his experience of being stuck in quarantine in Korea, where (as well as doing press ups) he used his time to begin his fourth collection Come Here to This Gate, from Carcanet Poetry. He tells us about Korea's DMZ, hilarious Lincolnshire folk tales, and we explore an exceptionally moving sequence about the …
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Send us a text Silent faces and displaced lives. Seni Seneviratne gives voice to overshadowed Black children, exotic pages and servants in the portraits of nobility and the mercantile class in 18th Century paintings. Other of her poised and beautiful poems, from The Go-Away Bird from Peepal Tree Press, are infused with bird imagery, and the migrati…
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Feeling the pressure of life's relentless to-do list and summer bucket list? In the finale episode of my third season, I'm revealing exactly how to ensure all of your relationships flourish, even when life throws chaos and overwhelm at you. I'll teach you with my number one HACK to keep your calm and carry on, regardless of the hustle and bustle th…
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Send us a text Staring at the mark on the wall where that painting once hung? Wondering why the moon, seen by others, has been hidden from you? You've entered the world of Absence (Cheerio Poetry 2024) by Ali Lewis. He guides us through this exceptional first collection, from the painful ache of lost love, to the possibilities unleashed by running …
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