FullmHouse creators Caleb and Kelsi Fullmer join us this week! We had such a FUN and heartwarming chat with them talking about their love story, a very quick engagement, being full time content creators, and the importance of laughter in marriage. Here are a few topics that we cover: 0:00 introduction 3:06 how sharing their life on social media got started 6:16 how they met 7:29 engaged and married in 5 months 8:30 the proposal 11:45 the timeline for kids 14:13 balancing work and kids 18:04 biggest takeaway from marriage 19:47 dealing with the effects of outside critisism 20:42 becoming full time creators 24:21 feeling old on tik tok 27:19 long term goals 29:37 the importance of laughter in marriage 33:41 favorite creators 35:44 favorite quality about each other You can follow FullmHouse on Instagram here ▶ https://www.instagram.com/fullmhouse/?hl=en FullmHouse’s website here ▶ https://fullmhouse.com ANDD....WE ARE GOING ON TOUR!! Check out the link below to see if we are coming to a city near you in 2022! Click here to get your tickets now ▶ https://www.couplethingspod.com/ We are sponsored by these companies that we love. Check them out below: SlingTV ▶ Get your first month for just $10 by going to SlingTV.com/EASTFAM HoMedics ▶ HoMedics.com/COUPLETHINGS and use promo code COUPLETHINGS to get a FREE REPLACEMENT FILTER with the purchase of your air purifier… up to a $99 value! Zola ▶ Go to Zola.com/COUPLETHINGS and use promo code SAVE50 to get 50% off your save-the-dates! If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe for more! http://bit.ly/3rnOdNo Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we are joined by the "Shrink Chicks." They are a LMFT female duo (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists), giving their professional thoughts on marriage and relationships! Here are a few topics that we cover: 0:00 introduction 6:10 doing the work 7:45 what does it look like to fight 10:45 importance of healthy and happy relationships 14:34 how shawn and andrew's parents dealt with conflict 17:47 what a typical blow up looks like 23:35 analysis by paralysis 27:47 fear of detachment 32:02 coming up with a safe word 34:00 phrasing a response vs reaction 42:02 catering or pandering behavior 46:00 not using your tactics against your partner You can follow the Shrink Chicks on Instagram here ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shrinkchicks/?hl=en Shrink Chick’s website here ▶ www.shrinkchicks.com ANDD....WE ARE GOING ON TOUR!! Check out the link below to see if we are coming to a city near you in 2022! Click here to get your tickets now ▶ https://www.couplethingspod.com/ We are sponsored by these companies that we love. Check them out below: SlingTV ▶ Go to Sling.com/EASTFAM to sign up now and get your first month for just 10 dollars! Bite Toothpaste ▶ Go to TRYBITE.com/EASTFAM or use the code EASTFAM at checkout, to claim 20% off your first subscription order! Best Fiends ▶ Download Best Fiends for FREE today in the App Store or Google Play! If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe for more! http://bit.ly/3rnOdNo Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shawn and Andrew go LIVE talking about their postpartum life after having their second baby. From mental health, to identity, to daily routine changes, they delve deep into the struggles and joys of life after baby. Here are a few topics that we cover: 0:00 introduction 2:18 statistics of women who struggle with postpartum depression 3:45 dealing with postpartum with your second child 6:53 hormones after birth 8:31 talking to someone about your mental health 11:13 having the postpartum conversation before birth 12:42 the mom guilt 13:21 ways we've found that may help you through postpartum 13:57 leaning on each other 16:45 losing your identity once you become "mom" 20:58 take care of yourself 23:45 dad struggles 26:57 having a community 27:45 c-section recovery 28:16 the TSA story 32:47 how drew is doing with jett 33:30 getting your husband to understand postpartum 35:09 c-section recovery must haves ANDD....WE ARE GOING ON TOUR!! Check out the link below to see if we are coming to a city near you in 2022! Click here to get your tickets now ▶ https://www.couplethingspod.com/ We are sponsored by these companies that we love. Check them out below:  SlingTV ▶ Go to slingTV.com/EASTFAM to get your first month for just 10 dollars! Athletic Greens ▶ athleticgreens.com/eastfam -with your first purchase today, they are going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs! ▶ If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe for more! http://bit.ly/3rnOdNo Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Laura and Zach have a research-based approach to relationships. Join us in our conversation with them on red flags in marriages, if marriage is worth saving and what single people should be looking for in a spouse. We learned SO much and know you will too! Here are a few topics that we cover: 0:00 introduction 4:00 what is the Gottman Institute? 8:20 the most common piece of advice for couples 12:36 why is marriage worth saving? 15:45 advice for single people searching for a spouse 25:35 separating the identity of being parents vs being married 31:28 the four horsemen of the apocalypse 34:40 defensiveness 41:52 strategies for dealing with conflict 47:07 practicing emotional intelligence  1:03:03 importance of switching things up during a rut You can follow them on Instagram here ▶ https://www.instagram.com/gottmaninstitute/ The Gottman Institute’s website here ▶ https://www.gottman.com ANDD....WE ARE GOING ON TOUR!! Check out the link below to see if we are coming to a city near you in 2022! Click here to get your tickets now ▶ https://www.couplethingspod.com/ We are sponsored by these companies that we love. Check them out below: SlingTV ▶ Go to slingtv.com/EASTFAM to sign up now and get your first month for just $10!  Bite ▶ Go to trybite.com/EASTFAM or use code EASTFAM at checkout to get 20% off your first subscription order! If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe for more! http://bit.ly/3rnOdNo Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shawn and Andrew are LIVE answering all of your most burning questions about life, relationships, and all couple things! Tune in to hear all the juicy details! ANDD....WE ARE GOING ON TOUR!! Check out the link below to see if we are coming to a city near you in 2022! Click here to get your tickets now ▶ https://www.couplethingspod.com/ We are sponsored by SlingTV, which we love. Check them out below: ▶ Go to slingTV.com/EASTFAM to get your first month for just 10 dollars! If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe for more! http://bit.ly/3rnOdNo Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we chat with Leslee and Matt Holliday, former MLB all-star! We loved chatting with them about some things we can relate to, like building a relationship while pursuing professional sports, but also learned so much from them in other areas like finding your identity and creating a legacy. Here are a few topics that we cover: 0:00 introduction 3:26 Matt’s dream to play baseball 5:34 the story of how they met 9:09 balancing your marriage and your relationship with your coaches/team 11:35 the pivotal moments when your spouse has an athletic career 15:30 dealing with identity changes when you retire from your sport 21:37 Leslee’s journey with seminary 26:00 how seminary has reshaped their way of thinking 31:50 marriage in the limelight 37:32 what would be the legacy you’d want to leave? 43:05 Table 40 podcast 47:58 best piece of marriage advice You can follow Matt on Instagram here ▶ https://www.instagram.com/matthollidayosu/?hl=en You can follow Leslee on Instagram here ▶ https://www.instagram.com/lesleesmithholliday/?hl=en Check out their podcast here ▶ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sports-spectrums-table-forty/id1505637930 ANDD....WE ARE GOING ON TOUR!! Check out the link below to see if we are coming to a city near you in 2022! Click here to get your tickets now ▶ https://www.couplethingspod.com/ We are sponsored by SlingTV, which we love. Check it out below: ▶ slingTV.com/EASTFAM to get your first month for just 10 dollars! If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe for more! http://bit.ly/3rnOdNo Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Shawn and Andrew give the FULL story on the birth of their son, Jett James East. All the juicy details from, breastfeeding, Drew's reaction to becoming a big sister, Shawn's thoughts on VBAC, deciding on a name, advice for first-time parents, and adjusting to being a family of four! Here are a few topics that we cover: 0:00 introduction 3:00 emotions leading up to the birth 14:05 medications and surgery prep 17:59 jett's birth 22:50 post-surgery side effects 28:47 comparing births with drew and jett 30:14 the post birth support and set-up 32:27 drew gets sick 35:03 deciding on jett’s name 37:22 postpartum differences with drew and jett 40:55 what drew calls him 41:18 the breastfeeding journey 42:50 how andrew stayed calm 44:06 how drew has adapted 45:17 how to know if you’re ready for kids 47:17 advice for first-time parents 48:45 the transition with two kids under two 49:34 shawn’s thoughts on not doing a VBAC 50:55 how nash is adapting to jett 51:40 shoutouts The East Fam YouTube Channel here ▶ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ15Zl-v8-ghTgEOTpxHdGw ANDD....WE ARE GOING ON TOUR!! Check out the link below to see if we are coming to a city near you in 2022! Click here to get your tickets now ▶ https://www.couplethingspod.com/ We are sponsored by these companies that we love. Check them out below: SlingTV ▶ Go to SlingTV.com/EASTFAM to sign up now and get your first month for just $10! Athletic Greens ▶ Visit ​athleticgreens.com/EASTFAM​ and get your ​FREE year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs today. Best Fiends ▶ Download Best Fiends FREE today on the App Store or Google Play. If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe for more! http://bit.ly/3rnOdNo Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEastSubscribe for more! http://bit.ly/3rnOdNo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we were joined by Shane and Hannah Burcaw, also known as "Squirmy and Grubs." They talked about how to reframe adversity, normalizing their relationship in today's society, having a sense of humor, and discussed misconceptions. We thoroghly enjoyed this special conversation and hope you guys do too! Here are a few topics that we cover: 0:00 introduction 4:13 how they met 8:37 laughing at my nightmare 11:17 reframing your adversities 12:00 the first date 16:12 misconceptions about their relationship 19:46 hannah and her family’s perspective 22:16 approaching dating with the judgments of society 23:25 why they started their YouTube channel 31:32 the mission behind their channel 32:01 upcoming book 33:34 how to talk about our differences without amplifying them 39:09 rethinking behind the word “inspiration” 44:15 helpful language to learn 47:33 honeymoon and upcoming projects 50:47 best advice you’ve been given or would give You can follow them on Instagram here ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shaneburcaw/ & https://www.instagram.com/hannahayl/ Their YouTube Channel here ▶ https://www.youtube.com/c/SquirmyandGrubs ANDD....WE ARE GOING ON TOUR!! Check out the link below to see if we are coming to a city near you in 2022! Click here to get your tickets now ▶ https://www.couplethingspod.com/ We are sponsored by these companies that we love. Check them out below: SlingTV ▶ Go to SlingTV.com/EASTFAM to sign up now and get your first month for just $10! If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe for more! http://bit.ly/3rnOdNo Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gabe and Rebekah Lyons join us this week on Couple Things! Rebekah is a national speaker and best-selling author. Gabe is the founder of Q Ideas, a movement designed for building and sustaining a vision for restoring the credibility of the Christian faith in Western culture for new generations. They are a Christ-centered, family-focused couple with 4 beautiful children. They are proud spokesparents for downsyndrome and adoption!  Here are a few topics that we cover: 3:37 how gabe and rebekah met 6:27 the decision to date 13:10 gaining the courage to have the break-up conversion  17:14 building their visions and life together 22:44 balance between drive and contentment 31:35 how stress has effected their relationship 36:33 raising a child with special needs 43:16 how the trauma of childbirth affected wanting a second child 47:26 rhythms of renewal and Q ideas 50:15 one piece of advice You can follow them on Instagram here ▶ Rebekah's Instagram and Gabe's Instagram Their websites here ▶ Rebekah's website Gabe's website Rebekah's newest book is available for preorder ▶here! ANDD....WE ARE GOING ON TOUR!! Check out the link below to see if we are coming to a city near you in 2022! Click here to get your tickets now ▶ https://www.couplethingspod.com/ We are sponsored by these companies that we love. Check them out below:  SlingTV ▶ Go to SlingTV.com/EASTFAM to sign up now and get your first month for just $10!  If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe for more! http://bit.ly/3rnOdNo Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Couple Things, we got to chat with power couple Stephen and Amanda Miller! We dive into marriage, family, and adoption with these two beautiful souls. Join us for an amazing and powerful conversation! Here are the topics that we cover: 0:00 introduction 7:29 what it was like jumping into parenting 8:15 the journey of becoming pregnant as teenagers 21:15 what fears did you have going into adopting? 25:27 what type of parents would do well with adoption? 28:58 how do you deal with the identity of all your children? 33:06 how do you keep the identity in your relationship with 7 kids? 38:42 the importance of reminding yourselves why you fell in love 40:31 how did you get into youtube? 46:50 why they didn’t do youtube from the start 51:35 advice for adoption and parenting 55:35 lessons from Lincoln's brain surgery 59:20 best piece of advice You can follow the Millers on Instagram here ▶ https://www.instagram.com/THEMILLERFAM/ The Miller Family's website is linked here ▶ https://www.themillerfam.co ANDD....WE ARE GOING ON TOUR!! Check out the link below to see if we are coming to a city near you in 2022! Click here to get your tickets now ▶ https://www.couplethingspod.com/ We are sponsored by these companies that we love. Check them out below:  ZOLA ▶ ZOLA.com/couplethings promo code: SAVE50 UPSTART ▶ upstart.com/EastFam Don’t forget to use our URL to let them know we sent you! SLING ▶ Go to sling.com/EastFam to sign up now and get your first month for just $10!  If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe for more! http://bit.ly/3rnOdNo Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Couple Things, we dive into a fun conversation with arguably two of the largest guests we've had on the show, Marlo & Phil Donahue. We talk all things relationship and career with these two and it ends up being a conversation we don't want to end. You're not going to want to miss this one! You can follow Marlo on Instagram here ▶ https://www.instagram.com/marlothomas/?hl=en Listen to their new podcast, 'Double Date' here! ▶ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/double-date-with-marlo-thomas-phil-donahue/id1547645093 ANDD....WE ARE GOING ON TOUR!! Check out the link below to see if we are coming to a city near you in 2022! Click here to get your tickets now ▶ https://www.couplethingspod.com/ If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe for more! http://bit.ly/3rnOdNo Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Couple Things, we dive into a fascinating conversation with professor and author, Emily Oster. She touches on all things parenting with a mindset of pairing data with personal preferences. You're not going to want to miss this one! You can follow Emily on Instagram here ▶ Emily Oster Emily's new book "The Family Firm: A Data-Driven Guide to Better Decision Making in the Early School Years" is out now! ▶ Get it here! ANDD....WE ARE GOING ON TOUR!! Check out the link below to see if we are coming to a city near you in 2022! Click here to get your tickets now ▶ https://www.couplethingspod.com/ If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe for more! http://bit.ly/3rnOdNo Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Time to talk about babies! We put together a compilation of our big talks on the topics surrounding pregnancy, and we talk through how relationships go through this amazing and crazy journey. ANDD....WE ARE GOING ON TOUR!! Check out the link below to see if we are coming to a city near you in 2022! Click here to get your tickets now ▶ https://www.couplethingspod.com/ We are sponsored by this company that we love. Check them out below: UPWARD ▶ Did we mention it’s free?! You have nothing to lose! Simply download Upward today in the app store! SLINGTV ▶ Take control of your TV experience today and get your first month for just $10 by going to SlingTV.com/EASTFAM If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe for more! http://bit.ly/3rnOdNo Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to Shawn Johnson herself chat about the Olympics as we near opening ceremonies in just 3 days! She and Andrew give their thoughts on the long-awaited 2020 Tokyo Olympics! ANDD....WE ARE GOING ON TOUR!! Check out the link below to see if we are coming to a city near you in 2022! Click here to get your tickets now ▶ https://www.couplethingspod.com/ We are sponsored by these companies that we love. Check them out below:  Care/Of: Couple Things listeners can get 50% off your first Care/of order. Simply go to www.takecareof.com and enter the code: COUPLETHINGS50 Zola: www.zola.com/couplethings use code SAVE50 to get 50% off your save-the-dates! For peace of mind, you’ll receive FREE change-the-dates with your purchase! If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe for more! http://bit.ly/3rnOdNo Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Couple Things, we followed up with one of our most requested episodes, The One About Intimacy! You guys loved the first one so much, we decided to dive deeper with some questions submitted by you! ANDD....WE ARE GOING ON TOUR!! Check out the link below to see if we are coming to a city near you in 2022! Click here to get your tickets now ▶ https://www.couplethingspod.com/ We are sponsored by these companies that we love. Check them out below:  Best Fiends ▶ Download the 5 star rated puzzle game, Best Fiends today on the App Store or Google play! Athletic Greens ▶ Simply visit athleticgreens.com/EASTFAM and get your FREE year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs today! If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... SLINGTV ▶ Take control of your TV experience today and get your first month for just $10 by going to SlingTV.com/EASTFAM And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe for more! http://bit.ly/3rnOdNo Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Couple Things, we got to chat with dating expert, Matthew Hussey. Matthew talks with us about his advice for anyone that is starting, ending, or currently in a relationship. We even ask him what his #1 pick ups line is… We think you’ll want to tune into this one. It gets juicy.  Here are a few topics that we cover: 0:00 Timestamps 2:37 Is Mathew single? 3:30 living up to the pressure 5:53 how andrew won over shawn 8:07 andrew’s first impression of shawn 9:42 are there certain qualities that everyone is attracted to? 13:23 what should someone look for when dating? 14:32 investment and timing 17:56 what are the true compatibility factors? 20:30 key principals to follow while dating 27:03 going back to people who aren’t good for you 30:08: improving your confidence 34:24 marriage and mathew’s goals 39:14 do pick-up lines work? 41:50 first impressions 44:12 the importance in how you react 47:40 what attracted mathew to his girlfriend 51:30 why mathew is constantly learning 53:26 the absence of judgement You can follow him on Instagram here ▶ https://www.instagram.com/thematthewhussey/?hl=en  Matthew’s page here ▶ https://www.howtogettheguy.com/ ANDD....WE ARE GOING ON TOUR!! Check out the link below to see if we are coming to a city near you in 2022! Click here to get your tickets now ▶ https://www.couplethingspod.com/ We are sponsored by these companies that we love. Check them out below: Generate Life ▶ This new screening test can detect more than 200 conditions and analyzes your child’s response and sensitivity to more than 40 medications. Now, what are you waiting for, guys? Hurry to https://www.cordblood.com to learn more about CBR's Family Protection Package with ReadyGen today! If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... To download Matthew's free confidence training video go to getcoreconfidence.com  Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/CoachMatthewHussey Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/gettheguyteam Instagram: @thematthewhussey And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe for more! http://bit.ly/3rnOdNo Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Couple Things, we had a lot of fun talking about some things that could be red flags or dealbreakers. We went to Instagram to hear what you guys think are some red flags in dating and relationships...and we dove in. Here are some of the topics that we cover: Your red flags from Instagram Complicated relationship with their family If they are divorced If their parents don't like you or approve of you If they don't text or respond back right away They are friends with their exes If they call all of their exes crazy Their best friend is of the opposite sex If it's long-distance If they want to spend all of their time with you If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe for more! ▶ http://bit.ly/3rnOdNo We're supported by the following company that we love! Check them out below: Upward ▶ Upward is a free dating app where Christian singles can connect and create a meaningful, faith-first relationship. And they understand that the Christain community is full of diverse identities, denominations, and levels of faith. Download it today for free! SLINGTV ▶ Take control of your TV experience today and get your first month for just $10 by going to SlingTV.com/EASTFAM FAN MAIL ADDRESS: Shawn and Andrew East 750 N San Vicente Blvd., East Tower, 11th Floor, Los Angles, CA 90069 Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Couple Things, we got to chat with Teddi Mellencamp and Edwin Arroyave. You might know Teddi from Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. They are very real and open about their relationship and we loved this conversation. Here are a few topics that we cover: - How they met, it's not what you think! - How they grew as a couple - Raising a family in the spotlight - Balancing a work/life balance You can follow them on Instagram here ▶ https://www.instagram.com/tedwinator/?hl=en Teddi's page here ▶ https://www.instagram.com/teddimellencamp/?hl=en ANDD....WE ARE GOING ON TOUR!! And because we’re so excited and we love you guys so much, we are rewarding all our loyal podcast listeners with an exclusive presale. Use the presale password, CTL2022, on any of the ticketing pages to access tickets NOW. This presale period ends Thursday at 10pm!! And tickets go on sale on Friday at 10 am LOCAL TIME! Click here to get your tickets now ▶ https://www.couplethingspod.com/ We are sponsored by these companies that we love. Check them out below: ZOLA ▶ Go to https://www.ZOLA.com/COUPLETHINGS today and use promo code SAVE50 to get 50% off your save the dates. For peace of mind, you’ll receive FREE change the dates with your purchase. Generate Life ▶ This new screening test can detect more than 200 conditions and analyzes your child’s response and sensitivity to more than 40 medications. Now, what are you waiting for, guys? Hurry to https://www.cordblood.com to learn more about CBR's Family Protection Package with ReadyGen today! If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Subscribe for more! http://bit.ly/3rnOdNo Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Couple Things, we are answering your questions about our pregnancy with little man! A few topics that we cover: how this pregnancy been different than the last what we have done differently this pregnancy that we wished we had done with drew? do we feel more prepared for this pregnancy? lessons learned from pregnancy how we think drew will react to the new baby starting new chapters what life will look like with a boy how shawn feels about having a boy some ways we think we will parent differently with the second child? If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. We're supported by the following companies that we love! Check them out below: Best Fiends ▶ Simply download Best Fiends for FREE today on the Apple App Store or Google Play. That’s FRIENDS without the R – Best Fiends! Athletic Greens ▶ They are offering our audience a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase if you visit our link today...you’ll basically never have to buy Vitamin D again! Visit http://athleticgreens.com/EASTFAM and join health experts, athletes and health-conscious go-getters around the world who make a daily commitment to their health. SLINGTV ▶ Take control of your TV experience today and get your first month for just $10 by going to SlingTV.com/EASTFAM Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Couple Things, we got to sit down with (in person!) Jordan and Cheyna Williams. Andrew and Jordan are friends, so this was a fun conversation. We talked about navigating the athlete lifestyle and creating a balance within a relationship. Here are some of the other things that we talked out: how andrew and jordan met how jordan and cheyna met the moments that made jordan and cheyna close can guys and girls be just friends? jordan and cheyna’s break from each other jordan’s spiritual journey jordan’s 4 rules when starting a relationship the proposal cheyna’s athletic brand words of advice If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. We're supported by the following companies that we love! Check them out below: CBR ▶ Hurry to http://www.cordblood.com to learn more about CBR'sFamily Protection Package with ReadyGen today! Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Couple Things, we talk about some of the things that we have learned over the past 5 years of marriage as it pertains to communication. We aren't professionals, but we want to pass along some things that have worked for us and really upgraded how we communicate with each other. Here are some of the topics that we cover: saying thank you instead of I’m sorry monthly check-ups/ having a system expectations when your partner is away the importance of accurate ETA’s meeting your partner halfway in conversation the harm of blanket statements owning your mistakes being aware of your mood always try to have a conversation using your words wisely being involved in your partner's excitement your tone If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. We're supported by the following companies that we love! Check them out below: Butcherbox ▶ New members receive one pack of bacon in every box for the lifetime of their membership! Simply visit http://www.ButcherBox.com/couple Upward ▶ Download Upward for free today in the app store! https://apps.apple.com/us/app/upward-christian-dating/id1499137942 Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Couple Things, we got to talk to Bode and Morgan Beck Miller. If you've heard the name Bode, it's probably because he is an Olympic and World Championship gold medalist, a two-time overall World Cup champion in 2005 and 2008, and the most successful male American alpine ski racer of all time. No big deal. On top of that, Morgan is a model and professional volleyball player. They have a really powerful story. Some of the topics that we cover are: When they first met How they bonded The rollercoaster of the first six months Getting through the ups and downs The experience of a homebirth Relationship advice they want to pass on Follow Bode on Instagram here ▶ https://www.instagram.com/millerbode/ Follow Morgan on Instagram here ▶ https://www.instagram.com/morganebeck/ If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. We're supported by the following companies that we love! Check them out below: Juneshine ▶ Receive 20% off PLUS Free Shipping on their best-selling variety pack. This is a great way to try all of their delicious flavors. Go to https://JUNESHINE.com/EASTFAM or use code EASTFAM at checkout to claim this deal. Amp Human ▶ Visit https://amphuman.com/EASTFAM and use code EASTFAM15 to get 15% off D+ Lotion today. Honey ▶ Start saving money today. Get Honey for FREE at https://www.joinhoney.com/EASTFAM. Follow us on the following channels for more! Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we are continuing our series for Mental Health Awareness Month and we are talking about Andrew's story and his journey while facing anxiety. Here are a few topics that we covered: Andrew’s football backstory Losing confidence Struggling with balance in life Shawn and Andrew’s life apart Coming face to face with anxiety Not being able to turn it off How anxiety affected Andrew's lifestyle Pulling yourself out of a dark place Finding balance in life Shawn's Olympic experience Getting help If you are struggling, you are human. And there are resources to find help. Online Therapy with Betterhelp ▶ https://www.betterhelp.com/ Eating Disorder Helpline ▶ https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.o... More resources with To Write Love on Her Arms ▶ https://twloha.com/find-help/ You are loved. You have a purpose. Thank you for being here. If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. We're supported by the following companies that we love! Check them out below: Best Fiends ▶ Simply download Best Fiends for FREE today on the Apple App Store or Google Play. That’s FRIENDS without the R – Best Fiends! Beekeeper's Naturals ▶ We’re excited to offer an exclusive deal for Couple Things listeners. Receive 15% off your first order. Simply go to https://BEEKEEPERSNATURALS.com/EASTFAM or use code EASTFAM at checkout to claim this deal. Athletic Greens ▶ They are offering our audience a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase if you visit our link today...you’ll basically never have to buy Vitamin D again! Simply visit https://athleticgreens.com/EASTFAM. FAN MAIL ADDRESS: Shawn and Andrew East 750 N San Vicente Blvd., East Tower, 11th Floor, Los Angles, CA 90069 Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson... Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson​... Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson​​... Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast​​​​​​ Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast​... Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast​​... Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Couple Things, we got to chat with Justin and Emily Baldoni. You may be familiar with Justin from the hit show "Jane the Virgin", but he's gone on to direct and produce movies and he also just released a brand new book. The book is called "Man Enough: Undefining My Masculinity", so we dove into the topic of masculinity along with so many other subjects. Here are a few other topics that we cover: Defining Masculinity Their proposal Putting in the hard work in relationships Is there “the one?" Faith and spirituality Self-reflection and criticism Keeping your marriage healthy and growing Relationship advice for their kids Here are a few places that you can learn more about Justin and Emily: Check out Justin's Book ▶ https://www.amazon.com/Man-Enough-Undefining-My-Masculinity/dp/0063055597 Justin's TED Talk ▶ https://www.ted.com/talks/justin_baldoni_why_i_m_done_trying_to_be_man_enough?language=en Justin's Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/justinbaldoni/?hl=en Emily's Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/emilybaldoni/?hl=en Emily's Company Amma ▶ https://www.instagram.com/weareamma/?hl=en If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething... And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. We're supported by the following companies that we love! Check them out below: Verb ▶ Receive 30% off Verb’s best-selling bundles! This is a great way to try their most delicious flavors. Go to https://www.verbenergy.com/EASTFAM or use code EASTFAM at checkout to claim this deal. This discount is only valid for their bundles so try them out! Cord Blood Registry ▶ Harness the possibilities by going to https://www.cordblood.com right now. Use code CPLE to get $500 dollars off the collection and a free preservation kit. Once again, that code is CPLE. Go to https://www.cordblood.com and get your free preservation kit today. FAN MAIL ADDRESS: Shawn and Andrew East 750 N San Vicente Blvd., East Tower, 11th Floor, Los Angles, CA 90069 Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson... Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson​... Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson​​... Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast​​​​​​ Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast​... Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast​​... Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This month on Couple Things, we are going to talk about topics that highlight Mental Health Awareness Month. This week, we are talking about eating disorders, addiction, and walking through those things with a partner. Shawn talks about her story and struggles with her mental health and how she and Andrew walk through them together. Here are a few topics that we cover: Shawn's story A turning point Bringing an addiction into a relationship The day to day with an eating disorder Andrew and Shawn's first date When Shawn started to get help Understanding the core person that you're in a relationship with Shawn's view of mental health Trying to understand the addiction as the partner Is addiction nature vs nurture? Shawn facing it in the spotlight How gymnastics is judged Shawn's healing journey The first time Shawn told Andrew How you can walk with your partner through mental health struggles Asking for help How Shawn's addictions changed Athletes and mental illness Who should go to therapy? If you are struggling with anything or want to talk to a therapist, please find the help that you need. Here are a few places to start: Online Therapy with Betterhelp ▶ https://www.betterhelp.com/ Eating Disorder Helpline ▶ https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/help-support/contact-helpline More resources with To Write Love on Her Arms ▶ https://twloha.com/find-help/ You are loved. You have a purpose. Thank you for being here. If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething...​ And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. We're supported by the following companies that we love! Check them out below: Care/of ▶ We're excited to offer Couple Things, listeners, 50% off your first Care/of order. Simply go to https://wwwTakeCareOf.com and enter the code couplethings50. ButcherBox ▶ You can get the Essentials Bundle: that includes Chicken Breast, Pork Chops + Ground Beef free in the first box! Simply visit https://wwwButcherBox.com/couple to get started with Butcher Box today! FAN MAIL ADDRESS: Shawn and Andrew East 750 N San Vicente Blvd., East Tower, 11th Floor, Los Angles, CA 90069 Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson...​ Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson​...​ Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson​​​​​​ Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast​​​​​​ Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast​...​ Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast​​​​​​ Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Couple Things, we talked with Allison and Issac Rochell who just had the most dreamy wedding in Cabo. Our guests often bring up this topic during our conversations when asked what's helped their communication, so we wanted to dive deeper into the subject. Here are a few topics that we cover: Their wedding How it feels to be married Navigating the NFL lifestyle Deciding to move in together Being a multi-religious couple Navigating being in an interracial couple How they met How Allison got started on Youtube Their mission as a couple Follow Issac on Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/isaacrochell/?hl=en Follow Allison on Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/allisonkuch/?hl=en Follow  @Allison Kuch on YouTube. Check out Local Huma and The Do Good Foundation here ▶ https://www.instagram.com/local.human/?hl=en If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething...​ And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. We're supported by the following companies that we love! Check them out below: Verb ▶ for a limited time, Verb is offering an exclusive deal to Couple Things listeners: they will ship you 4 of their best-selling flavors for FREE-- All you have to do is pay 95 cents for shipping. ONLY 95 CENTS! To claim this deal, you must go to www.verbenergy.com/EASTFAM Harmless Harvest ▶ To learn more about Harmless Harvest Diary-Free yogurt, visit their website at http://www.harmlessharvest.com. Zola ▶ Go to http://www.zola.com/couplethings today and use the promo code SAVE50 to get 50% off your save the dates. You can also get FREE personalized paper samples before you purchase. FAN MAIL ADDRESS: Shawn and Andrew East 750 N San Vicente Blvd., East Tower, 11th Floor, Los Angles, CA 90069 Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson...​ Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson​...​ Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson​​​​​​ Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast​​​​​​ Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast​...​ Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast​​​​​​ Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Couple Things, we're talking about Love Languages. Our guests often bring up this topic during our conversations when asked what's helped their communication, so we wanted to dive deeper into the subject. Here are the topics that we cover: Learning the concept of love languages Words of affirmation Quality time Acts of service Gifts Physical Touch Communicating your love language If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething...​ And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. We're supported by the following companies that we love! Check them out below: Best Fiends ▶ Simply download Best Fiends for FREE today on the Apple App Store or Google Play. That’s FRIENDS without the R – Best Fiends! Beekeepers ▶ For a limited time, Beekeeper’s Naturals is offering my listeners an exclusive deal: They will ship you a FREE two-week supply of B.Immune Propolis Throat Spray—you just pay $5 dollars for shipping. To claim this deal you must visit BEEKEEPERSNATURALS.com/EASTFAM FAN MAIL ADDRESS: Shawn and Andrew East 750 N San Vicente Blvd., East Tower, 11th Floor, Los Angles, CA 90069 Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson...​ Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson​...​ Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson​​​​​​ Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast​​​​​​ Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast​...​ Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast​​​​​​ Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are so excited to have our first solo episode! Today, we talk to Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D. Karl is a professor of human development at Cornell University and a professor of gerontology in medicine at the Weill Cornell Medical College. An internationally renowned gerontologist, his research examines how people develop and change throughout their lives. He has authored five books and over 100 scientific publications and speaks throughout the world on aging-related issues. He has interviewed hundreds of couples to learn why they fall in love and why they stay in love. We have read all of his books and have learned so much. This episode was so fun! Here are few things we cover: Karl Pillemer’s mission and passion behind his books Dealing with difficult political conversations Honesty within marriage Communication in marriage Three buckets of family estrangements How to deal with differing values in marriage Is finding your spouse: luck or choice? How people change within marriage How money can cause estrangements Hardest conflicts in marriage Can there be a perfect marriage? Qualities to develop for healthy conflicts You can learn more about Karl here ▶ https://www.karlpillemer.com/ You can check out his books here ▶ https://www.karlpillemer.com/books/ If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething...​ And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. We're supported by the following companies that we love! Check them out below: Betterhelp ▶ Visit betterhelp.com/EASTFAM to get 10% off of your first month. Athletic Greens ▶ Visit athleticgreens.com/EASTFAM and get your FREE year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs today. FAN MAIL ADDRESS: Shawn and Andrew East 750 N San Vicente Blvd., East Tower, 11th Floor, Los Angles, CA 90069 Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson...​ Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson​​​​​ Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson​​​​​ Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast​​​​​ Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast​​​​​ Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast​​​​​ Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We loved getting to talk all about our gender reveal with all of you. If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething...​ And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Thank you to the following companies for sponsoring this week's podcast: ButcherBox ▶Simply visit ButcherBox dot com slash couple to get started with Butcher Box today! That’s ButcherBox dot com slash couple. Mentionables ▶ Visit shopmentionables.com Use the code EASTFAM for 10% off your purchase. FAN MAIL ADDRESS: Shawn and Andrew East 750 N San Vicente Blvd., East Tower, 11th Floor, Los Angles, CA 90069 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Couple Things, we got to talk to Rita and Mirthell Onyx. They've created an extremely successful YouTube empire with the help of their entire family. It was fascinating to learn how they balance it all. Here are a few topics that we cover: 0:00 Introduction Family advice Navigating having a content creation career with your family Making decisions as a couple against the norm How Mirthell and Rita Onyx met How religion plays a role in the marriage How to set boundaries for your family When it’s time to speak up The biggest priorities in teaching children Rita’s position as CEO Onyx family projects Advice for marriage and relationships Follow the Onyx Family here ▶  @Onyx Family  Follow them on Instagram here ▶ https://www.instagram.com/onyxfamily/?hl=en Check out their website here ▶ https://www.onyxfamily.com/ If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething...​ And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. We're supported by the following companies that we love! Check them out below: Athletic Greens ▶ simply visit athleticgreens.com/EASTFAM and get your FREE year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs today! Betterhelp ▶ Visit betterhelp.com/EASTFAM and join the over 1,000,000 people who have taken charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional. Get started today and enjoy 10% off your first month. FAN MAIL ADDRESS: Shawn and Andrew East 750 N San Vicente Blvd., East Tower, 11th Floor, Los Angles, CA 90069 Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson...​ Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson​...​ Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson​​​​​​ Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast​​​​​​ Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast​...​ Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast​​​​​​ Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Couple Things, we talk about some potential dealbreakers when it comes to relationships. You guys asked for it, so here are a few of the "dealbreakers" that we cover: Can you have a relationship with an ex? Can your spouse have friends of the opposite sex? Differences in faith. Is diet a dealbreaker within a relationship? Kids Marriage Cheating and infidelity Rapid-fire questions Physical abuse If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething...​ And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. We're supported by the following companies that we love! Check them out below: Best Fiends ▶ Download Best Fiends FREE today on the Apple App Store or Google Play. That’s FRIENDS without the R –Best Fiends! Mentionables ▶ Visit shopmentionables.com and check out my latest collection I designed with them in a new spring color: Rosé. Use the code EASTFAM for 10% off your purchase. Verb ▶ Receive over 50% off their best-selling starter kit. This is a great way to try any of their delicious flavors. Go to verbenergy.com/EASTFAM or use code EASTFAM at checkout to claim this deal. This discount is only valid for their starter kit. FAN MAIL ADDRESS: Shawn and Andrew East 750 N San Vicente Blvd., East Tower, 11th Floor, Los Angles, CA 90069 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Couple Things, we have Jon and Amy McLaughlin. Jon and Amy both live in Nashville. And we are big fans of Jon's music! We loved this conversation talking about the different seasons of marriage. Here are a few other topics that we cover: How Jon and Amy met When they knew that they wanted to marry each other Why Amy loves marriage How marriage evolves once you have kids Jon’s journey with addiction Self-improvement within a marriage Amy’s approach with Jon’s struggle How to approach having your kids on social media Biggest pet peeves Listen to Jon's music here ▶ http://www.jonmcl.com/ And here ▶  @jonmclaughlin  Follow him on Instagram here ▶ https://www.instagram.com/jonmclaughlin/ If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething...​ And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. We're supported by the following companies that we love! Check them out below: Butcherbox ▶ Ground Beef for Life -- New members will get 2 lbs of ground in every order for the lifetime of your membership. Plus, shipping is always free! Betterhelp ▶ Visit betterhelp.com/EASTFAM and join the over 1,000,000 people who have taken charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional. Get started today and enjoy 10% off your first month. FAN MAIL ADDRESS: Shawn and Andrew East 750 N San Vicente Blvd., East Tower, 11th Floor, Los Angles, CA 90069 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We just got back from our Babymoon and so many of you had questions about it. So, today, we're answering them...live! Unedited and unfiltered coming at you. If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething...​ And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. We're supported by the following companies that we love! Check them out below: Juneshine ▶ Receive 20% off PLUS Free Shipping on their best selling variety pack. This is a great way to try all of their delicious flavors. Go to JUNESHINE.com/EASTFAM or use code EASTFAM at checkout to claim this deal SLINGTV ▶ Take control of your TV experience today and get your first month for just $10 by going to SlingTV.com/EASTFAM Ampuhuman ▶ Simply visit amphuman.com/EASTFAM and use code EASTFAM15 to get 15% off D+ Lotion. FAN MAIL ADDRESS: Shawn and Andrew East 750 N San Vicente Blvd., East Tower, 11th Floor, Los Angles, CA 90069 Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson...​ Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson​​​​​ Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson​​​​​ Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast​​​​​ Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast​​​​​ Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast​​​​​ Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Couple Things, we talk with Josh and Abbie Herbert. Here are a few of the topics that we cover: how josh and abbie met what happened that made their relationship move quickly early dating stories proposal story abbie’s journey as a model how josh approached his concerns about abbie becoming parents and surrounding yourself with good people getting on the same page about having children as a couple how to approach social media v. reality creating boundaries with social media and your relationship what to with social media and children what is the hardest part about having your career be social media? josh’s career transition best piece of advice for couples Follow their family journey below: Family Youtube Page ▶ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtPqR1gumPRaMLhSTlLn5nw Abbie Herbert Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/abbieherbert_/ Josh Herbert Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/joshherbert/ Herbert Candles ▶ https://herbertcandle.co/ Related Co: ▶ https://relateco.shop/ Their dog, Nate’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/n8herbert/ If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething...​ And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. We're supported by the following companies that we love! Check them out below: Care/of ▶ For 50% off your first Care/of order, go to https://www.TakeCareOf.com and entercodecouplethings50. Beekeepers ▶ Receive 15% off your first order. Go to https://www.BEEKEEPERSNATURALS.com/EASTFAM or use code EASTFAM at checkout to claim this deal. FAN MAIL ADDRESS: Shawn and Andrew East 750 N San Vicente Blvd., East Tower, 11th Floor, Los Angles, CA 90069 Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson...​ Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson​​​​​ Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson​​​​​ Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast​​​​​ Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast​​​​​ Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast​​​​​ Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Couple Things, we tackle the topic you've all been asking for...Intimacy. What it means to us, how we view intimacy, and so much more. Some of the other topics that we cover are: - what is intimacy? - some of your questions - how we have kept it alive - how things change in different seasons of life - how to stay intimate during pregnancy - how to not make intimacy a chore when trying to have kids - balancing different sex drives - intimacy with a baby in the room? - who should initiate it? - non-physical things to keep intimacy alive in the relationship - how often? - is it normal to struggle with intimacy during marriage If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething...​ And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. We're supported by the following companies that we love! Check them out below: Juneshine ▶ We’ve worked out an exclusive deal for Couple Things podcast listeners. Receive 20% off PLUS Free Shipping on their best-selling variety pack. This is a great way to try all of their delicious flavors. Go to https://www.JUNESHINE.com/EASTFAM or use code EASTFAM at checkout to claim this deal. Keep in mind, this discount is only valid for their variety pack, but don’t worry, you’re gonna love all of these flavors. Amphuman ▶ Simply visit https://www.amphuman.com/EASTFAM and use code EASTFAM15 to get 15% off D+ Lotion. That’s amphuman.com/EASTFAM and use code EASTFAM15 to get 15% off their D+ Lotion today! SLINGTV ▶ Take control of your TV experience today and get your first month for just $10 by going to SlingTV.com/EASTFAM Honey ▶ Get Honey for free at join https://www.honey.com/EASTFAM. That’s join Honey dot come slash EASTFAM. FAN MAIL ADDRESS: Shawn and Andrew East 750 N San Vicente Blvd., East Tower, 11th Floor, Los Angles, CA 90069 Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson​​​​ Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson​​​​ Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson​​​​ Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast​​​​ Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast​​​​ Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast​​​​ Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Couple Things, we chat with Chris and Lauren Lane. We were so excited to hear them tell their story of how they met, fell in love, and how they are feeling about their first child. Here are a few other topics that we cover: How Chris and Lauren started dating Finding the balance of sharing your personal life in the public eye How Chris jumped into Lauren's world (reality tv), and how they fell in love What making mistakes in marriage look like Are there personal boundaries when songwriting? Chris and Lauren's proposal story "Big Big Plans" Shawn and Andrew's proposal story Prepping for a first-born child Relationship advice from Chris and Lauren If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething...​ And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Follow Lauren and Chris! Lauren's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenlane/?hl=en Lauren's Website: https://laurengracelane.com/ Chris's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamchrislane/?hl=en Chris's Music: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_ojqVjLK8GE3bpVvIVw04w?sub_confirmation=1 We're supported by the following companies that we love! Check them out below: Best Fiends ▶ Download Best Fiends for FREE today on the Apple App Store or Google Play. That’s FRIENDS without the R –Best Fiends! Beekeepers ▶ Receive 15% off your first order. Go to BEEKEEPERSNATURALS.com/EASTFAM or use code EASTFAM at checkout to claim this deal. Athletic Greens ▶ They are offering Couple Things listeners a FREE, one-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs of the Greens with your first purchase if you visit my link today...you’ll basically never have to buy Vitamin D again! Simply visit athleticgreens.com/EASTFAM and join health experts, athletes, and health-conscious go-getters around the world who make a daily commitment to their health every day. FAN MAIL ADDRESS: Shawn and Andrew East 750 N San Vicente Blvd., East Tower, 11th Floor, Los Angles, CA 90069 Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson​​​ Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson​​​ Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson​​​ Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast​​​ Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast​​​ Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast​​​ Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Couple Things, we're talking about money. Shawn and I tackle a few of your questions and talk about some things that have worked for us in our relationship when it comes to finances. Here are a few of the topics that we cover: how we approached money while dating, habits, and compromises should you have money dealbreakers at it comes to relationships? how early is too early to talk about money? how to talk about money before marriage how to talk about debt before marriage how we made our decision to blend our finances and our thoughts on prenups the importance of discussing your family plan before marriage some money habits that we’ve grown to adopt If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething...​ And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. We're supported by the following companies that we love! Check them out below: Juneshine ▶ Receive 20% off PLUS Free Shipping on their best selling variety pack. This is a great way to try all of their delicious flavors. Go to JUNESHINE.com/EASTFAM or use code EASTFAM at checkout to claim this deal Amp Human ▶ Visit amphuman.com/EASTFAM and use code EASTFAM15 to get 15% off D+ Lotion. FAN MAIL ADDRESS: Shawn and Andrew East 750 N San Vicente Blvd., East Tower, 11th Floor, Los Angles, CA 90069 Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson​​ Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson​​ Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson​​ Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast​​ Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast​​ Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast​​ Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Couple Things, we sat down with our good friends Josh and Chelsea Axe. We dove into a ton of topics including: Their purpose in life A strong definition of love How to keep priorities straight Relearning your spouse is through different seasons Their home birth experience How the 4 of us workout Chelsea's Blog Creating a family schedule Rhythms that help their marriage And of course, Joshs' new book, "Ancient Remedies" Follow Josh on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/drjoshaxe/ Follow Chelsea on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/drchelseaaxe/ And don't forget to check out Josh's book "Ancient Remedies" here: https://www.amazon.com/Ancient-Remedies-Essential-Powerful-Medicine/dp/0316496456 If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething...​ And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. We're supported by the following companies that we love! Check them out below: Butcher Box ▶ Go to butcherbox.com/couple to order your first box and get a free game-day bundle. That’s ButcherBox.com/couple to claim this special today! Releifband ▶ Head over to https://reliefband.com​ and use the promo code EASTFAM to received 20% plus FREE shipping and a no questions asked 30-day money-back guarantee! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, in episode 50 of Couple Things with Shawn and Andrew, we talk with Drew and Ellie Holcomb. A few topics we cover: - How children change the relationship - What Showing up for life means - How Drew and Ellie met - Dealing with grief - Articulating feelings - What going to counseling for the first time is like - What creative conflict looks like Follow Drew on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/drewholcomb... Follow Ellie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/ellieholcomb/ If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplething...  And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. HOME CHEF ▶ For a limited time, you can get $90 off your first month. Simply go to HomeChef.com to place your first order and use code THEEASTFAMILY for $90 off - that’s a value of TEN free meals! So, go to HomeChef.com for $90 off! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Subscribe to the Show! https://bit.ly/36rDIk2 Subscribe to our YT channel to follow along on this pregnancy journey! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ15Zl-v8-ghTgEOTpxHdGw Andrew and I wanted to do this live stream to answer your questions about our newly announcement pregnancy :) If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. And don't forget to follow along with us on IG! ▶ https://www.instagram.com/couplethingspod/?hl=en This episode is brought to you by: Butcherbox! New members will get St. Louis ribs, pulled pork, and a pack of bacon free in your first box plus free shipping! You just have to go to https://butcherbox.com/couple today to claim yours. Best Fiends! Download Best Fiends FREE today on the Apple App Store or Google Play. That’s FRIENDS without the R –Best Fiends! SLINGTV ▶ Take control of your TV experience today and get your first month for just $10 by going to SlingTV.com/EASTFAM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, in episode 48 of Couple Things with Shawn and Andrew, we talk about our goals for 2021. A few topics we cover: How we make them  Why we think it is important What our big goals for 2020 were What did we hit? And what did we miss? What our big goals for 2021 are If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at https://www.instagram.com/couplethingspod. And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. ––– We’re supported by the following companies we love! Make sure to check them out using our links below. Care/of ▶  Try Care/of with 50% off your first order at https://TakeCareOf.com and enter the code COUPLETHINGS50. Zola ▶ Go to https://zola.com/couplethings and use the promo code SAVE50 to get 50% off of your Save the Dates! Releifband ▶ Head over to https://reliefband.com and use the promo code EASTFAM to received 20% plus FREE shipping and a no questions asked 30-day money-back guarantee! Stay in touch! FAN MAIL ADDRESS: Shawn and Andrew East 750 N San Vicente Blvd., East Tower, 11th Floor, Los Angles, CA 90069 Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today in episode 47 of Couple Things with Shawn and Andrew, we recap our favorite moments from our first year of this podcast! We've had so many great conversations this year and have learned so much. We couldn't have done it without our amazing guests who were willing to open up and get real about relationships with us. We talk about parenting, how everyone fights for their partner differently, and the ways that we have became closer. We were honored to be joined by Andy Roddick + Brooklyn Decker, Glennon Doyle + Abby Wambach, PK Subban + Lindsey Vonn, Kaitlin Bristowe + Jason Tartick, Madilyn Bailey + Jimmy Benrud, Sadie Robertson + Christian Huff, Arielle Vandenburg + Matt Chutshall, Ellie + Jared Mecham, Jeremy + Adie Camp, Jana Kramer + Mike Caussin, Matthew + Emily West, Travis + LynZ Pastrana, Luke Combs + Nicole Hocking, Tim + Demi Tebow, Rachel + Harold Earls, Jeremy + Audrey Roloff, Drew + Ellie Holcomb, LaurDIY + Jeremy Lewis, Mallory Ervin + Kyle Dimeola, Jonathan + Monica Pokluda, Doug + Jamie Otis, Raelynn + Josh Davis , Lauren + Arie Luyendyk , Jessica Graf + Cody Nickson, Carly Waddell + Evan Bass, Cedric + Charlotte Thompson, and Steve and Linda Znacho. If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. And don't forget to follow along with us on IG! ▶ https://www.instagram.com/couplethingspod/?hl=en ––– We’re supported by the following companies we love! Make sure to check them out using our links below. BEV ▶ We’ve worked out an exclusive deal for the COUPLE THINGS podcast listeners. Receive 20% off your first purchase. PLUS FREE SHIPPING on all orders. I suggest trying their BEST SELLING “Ladies Night” variety pack so you can check out all of their delicious varietals. Go to DRINKBEV.com/EASTFAM or use code EASTFAM at checkout to claim this deal. Best Fiends ▶ You can download Best Fiends FREE today on the Apple App Store or Google Play! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today in episode 46 of Couple Things with Shawn and Andrew, we sit down with Lauren Riihimaki (LaurDIY) & Jeremy Lewis. Many of you might know Lauren as LaurDIY, but today we sit down and learn all about their life and relationship outside of the public eye. A few topics we cover: how they impressed each other from the first date what its been like adjusting from each others polar different lifestyles strategy with dating apps good and Bad pick up lines having a podcast and a normal job Dating someone who is famous Dealing with baggage If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Last but not least, learn more about Lauren, Jeremy, and all they do at the links below. ––– Follow @laurdiy on IG ▶https://www.instagram.com/laurdiy/?hl=en  Follow @jeremymichael22 on IG ▶ https://www.instagram.com/jeremymichael22/ LaurDIY’s YouTube ▶ https://www.youtube.com/laurDIY  Laurens website ▶ https://laurdiy.com/  ––– We’re supported by the following companies we love! Make sure to check them out using our links below. Enfamil! ▶ Try Enfamil® Enspire™ by visiting https://shop.enfamil.com/eastfam and enter coupon code EASTFAM to receive $3 off an Enfamil® Enspire™ Infant Formula 20.5 oz. tub.  Best Fiends! ▶ Download Best FiendsFREE today on the Apple App Store or Google Play. That’s FRIENDS without the R –Best Fiends! Skillshare! ▶ So explore your creativity at https://Skillshare.com/EASTFAMand get a free trial of Premium Membership! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today in episode 45 of Couple Things with Shawn and Andrew, we sit down and have a discussion all of you have been asking us about.... a second kid. We talk about our thoughts and hesitations with having another child; what we're fearful, anxious, but most importantly, excited about. A few topics we cover: - will we have enough time for another child? - how will this affect Drew? - can we love another child as much as we love her? - how does that fit into our lifestyle? - what if there are complications? We really get deep in this one, but it's a conversation we are excited to bring you. Let us know if there is anything we missed or should be considering at a time like this. If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. If you want to check out the article we talk about, you can find that here! ▶ https://bit.ly/2JwLMal ––– We’re supported by the following companies we love! Make sure to check them out using our links below. Theragun! ▶ Go to https://Theragun.com/EASTFAM right now and get your Gen 4 Theragun TODAY. You can try it out for 30 days! Bev! ▶ Receive 20% off your first purchase plus FREE SHIPPING on all orders. Go to https://DRINKBEV.com/EASTFAM or use code EASTFAM at checkout to claim this deal. Butcherbox! ▶ Use our link to get Bacon for Life! New members will get a FREE pack of bacon in every order for the lifetime of their Butcher Box subscription! Plus shipping is always free! Go to https://butcherbox.com/couple today to claim yours. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today in episode 44 of Couple Things with Shawn and Andrew, we chat with Jonathan and Monica Pokluda.  Jonathan, a pastor, and Monica, his partner in ministry, chat with us about their conflict series… we both felt impacted by this series and we’d recommend it to all of you.  We also spoke about: dating in a healthy way expectations of a pastor family verbal escalation the greatest mistake a couple can make in conflict tools for couples If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Last but not least, learn more about Jonathan and Monica Pokluda, and all they do at the links below. ––– Follow @jpokluda on IG ▶https://www.instagram.com/jpokluda/  ‘Becoming Something’ Podcast ▶ https://jonathanpokluda.com/resources Jonathan’s website! ▶ https://jonathanpokluda.com/about Listen to the conflict series here ▶ https://www.harriscreek.org/sermons/?sapurl=LytmYzAwL2xiL21zLys2YmdwNWpiP2JyYW5kaW5nPXRydWUmZW1iZWQ9dHJ1ZQ==  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to our first ever LIVE Couple Things episode! You can check out Teddy & Bear here! https://bit.ly/3pqj2Au Today we chatted about: - Why your partner isn't with you to make you happy - Pop Culture (Kaitlyn Bristowe CRUSHING it on DWTS and how her boyfriend Jason is supporting her) - How special Halloween was - Answered questions from you guys - Long distance dating and how we got through it - How Olympic qualifications work - How we found mentors - Our feelings on transitioning from 1 to 2 kids And a huge thank you to today's sponsors! Skillshare: Explore your creativity at https://www.Skillshare.com/EASTFAM and the first 1,000 people to use our link will get a free trial of Skillshare Premium Membership. Best Fiends: Download Best Fiends FREE today on the Apple App Store or Google Play. Bev: Receive 20% off your first purchase, PLUS FREE SHIPPING on all orders. We suggest trying their BEST SELLING “Ladies Night” variety pack so you can check out all of their delicious varietals. Go to https://www.DRINKBEV.com/EASTFAM or use code EASTFAM at checkout to claim this deal! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today in episode 42 of Couple Things with Shawn and Andrew, we chat with powerhouse couple, Aloe Blacc and Maya Jupiter. In our conversation with them, we talked about everything from their personal life to the importance of teaching our children history. Aloe and Maya are both musicians, activists, parents, and incredibly talented individuals. Listening to them shed light on a some really important topics was truly an honor and we're excited to hear your thoughts. Without further ado, we bring you Aloe Blacc and Maya Jupiter. If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Last but not least, learn more about Aloe and Maya, and all they do at the links below. ––– Follow @aloeblacc on IG ▶ https://www.instagram.com/aloeblacc/?hl=en Follow @mayajupiter on IG ▶ https://www.instagram.com/mayajupiter/?hl=en 'All Love Everything' out everywhere now! ▶ https://aloeblacc.lnk.to/AllLoveEverything ––– We’re supported by the following companies we love! Make sure to check them out using our links below. Butcherbox! ▶ Use our link in to get a FREE Turkey! New members will get a free turkey (10-14 lbs) in their first order when you sign up for ButcherBox! Plus, shipping is always free! You can go to https://butcherbox.com/couple today to claim yours. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today in episode 41 of Couple Things with Shawn and Andrew, we chat with some new friends of ours, Jessica and Cody Nickson. Jessica and Cody just welcomed their second little baby girl and were only just pregnant with her when we had this conversation several months ago - so things have changed for this growing family quite a bit! We discuss their past lives on Big Brother & Amazing Race and go into detail talking about what it's like raising a family in the spotlight. This was a really fun & dynamic conversation that we're excited to bring you. If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. Last but not least, learn more about Jessica, Cody, and all they do at the links below. ––– Follow @thejessicanickson on IG ▶ https://www.instagram.com/TheJessicaNickson/?hl=en Follow @codythemarine on IG ▶ https://www.instagram.com/CodyTheMarine/?hl=en Now What!? podcast ▶ https://www.podcastone.com/now-what-with-jessica-nickson Couples Coffee Co ▶ https://couplescoffee.com/ Subscribe on YouTube ▶  @Jessica and Cody Nickson  ––– We’re supported by the following companies we love! Make sure to check them out using our links below. Duracell! ▶ We are SO Proud to partner with Duracell on this initiative. Head to https://Duracell.com to learn more. Function Of! ▶ Go to https://FunctionofBeauty.com/eastfam for 20% off and to let them know you heard about it from our show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices