The Couple's Classroom

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Ever wonder what happens when the "Perfect Couple" on your feed has to figure out who’s doing the dishes? The Couple's Classroom is a weekly deep-dive into the unglamorous, hilarious, and often messy reality of modern love. Hosted by the laid-back James Wong and the high-energy Hazelle Teo, this show treats every relationship milestone as a lesson to be learned.

  1. 5 DAGE SIDEN

    How James' Mum Knew That Hazelle Was The One

    What can a couple learn from the person who knew them first? In the fifteenth episode, James Wong and Hazelle Teo are joined by James's mother for a special Mandarin-language session. As James's "first teacher," she shares the foundational values that shaped his childhood and the observations she has made as she prepares to welcome a new daughter-in-law into the family. The conversation explores the enduring power of true love and the practical wisdom gained from decades of marriage. From James's mother’s first impressions of the couple to her hopes for their future, this episode emphasizes the importance of family support and the "unseen" lessons passed down through generations. This is a lesson in gratitude and the vital role of the family matriarch in building a strong foundation for the next generation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    34 min.

  2. 9. MAJ

    What 30 Years of Marriage Taught Us ft Evelyn Tan 🕊️

    What does a relationship look like after thirty years, four children, and a lifetime of shared career highs and lows? In the fourteenth episode, James Wong and Hazelle Teo are joined by veteran host and actress Evelyn Tan to discuss the long-term reality of "happily ever after.”  The conversation explores the shift from the passionate intensity of early marriage to the stable, deep-rooted connection that comes with decades of work. Evelyn shares candid stories about navigating differences with her husband, the mental load of homeschooling four children, and why she views her relationship as an "evergreen" project. This is a lesson in perspective, offering a roadmap for young couples on how to move past petty arguments and build a foundation that can weather any season of life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    33 min.

  3. 2. MAJ

    Wedding Planning 📝 - Navigating Finances, Guest Lists, and Family Expectations

    Is your wedding for you, or for everyone else? In the thirteenth episode, James Wong and Hazelle Teo get honest about the mental and financial load of planning a wedding in Singapore’s $1.25 billion industry. They discuss the transition from wanting to be a "hands-on" bride to realizing the necessity of a wedding coordinator and 11 different Excel checklists to manage the chaos. The conversation dives into the "Tetris" of guest lists, the pressure of parental expectations, and the unconventional decision to host everything in a single location. From a $300,000 wedding case study to the concept of eloping, the couple explores how to set firm budget caps and manage emotional temperature when tradition and reality collide. This is a lesson in maintaining teamwork when one partner is the "MVP" of planning while the other is just trying to stay on top of the group chats. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    26 min.

  4. 25. APR.

    The Hard Conversations Every Couple Avoids

    Is a relationship truly healthy if the difficult topics remain untouched? In the twelfth episode, James Wong and Hazelle Teo tackle the "hard conversations" that most couples avoid for an average of six years. From the weight of cultural expectations and age gaps to the terrifying responsibility of becoming a "man of the household," the couple explores why these heavy discussions are the only path to genuine emotional safety The conversation gets honest about the "cognitive labor" and "mental load" involved in maintaining a household. From James embracing the role of the "stay-at-home dishwasher" to Hazelle managing the deep-cleaning and "emotional temperature" of the home, the couple explores how they avoid the traps of "retired husband syndrome" and scorekeeping. This is a lesson in renegotiating roles to find a seasonal fairness that protects both individual careers and shared happiness. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    29 min.

  5. 18. APR.

    The Truth About Gender Roles 🏠

    Is a happy home built on equal chores or clear expectations? In the eleventh episode, James Wong and Hazelle Teo dive into the often-unspoken world of gender roles and household labor. They discuss how their own family upbringings serve as a mirror for their current partnership, leading to a balance where traditional roles are frequently swapped based on career flexibility and personal strengths. The conversation gets honest about the "cognitive labor" and "mental load" involved in maintaining a household. From James embracing the role of the "stay-at-home dishwasher" to Hazelle managing the deep-cleaning and "emotional temperature" of the home, the couple explores how they avoid the traps of "retired husband syndrome" and scorekeeping. This is a lesson in renegotiating roles to find a seasonal fairness that protects both individual careers and shared happiness. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    25 min.

  6. 11. APR.

    The Friendship Lesson: Friends, Boundaries, and Support Systems 🤝

    Does getting attached mean losing your social life? In the tenth episode, James Wong and Hazelle Teo examine the "dyadic withdrawal” phenomenon, the research-backed tendency for couples to lose close friends once they become a pair. The episode explores the shift from individual social circles to a merged support system, particularly within the tight-knit "network overlap" of Singapore. The couple shares personal stories about the pressure of integrating as an introvert, the "Vanessa" syndrome of disappearing into a relationship, and the importance of maintaining individual identities while being seen as a "unit." From the red flags of secret opposite-sex friendships to the ethics of venting about your partner to others, this is a lesson in building a community that strengthens, rather than strains, a relationship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    24 min.

  7. 4. APR.

    Why Marriage Prep Isn't Just for When You Have “Problems"

    Is marriage preparation a sign of a struggling relationship, or a strategic investment for a successful one? In the ninth episode, James Wong and Hazelle Teo are joined by Dr John Tan, Executive Director of CARE Singapore, to discuss the necessity of marriage prep. The episode introduces the powerful philosophy that couples must either choose to prepare their marriage or spend their future repairing it. Moving beyond the stigma that counseling is only for "problems," the discussion explores how marriage prep acts as a "supplement" to prevent future conflict rather than just "medicine" to fix it. The couple shares their personal journey through the SYMBIS assessment, uncovering their "Romantic" versus "Resolute" mindsets and learning how to navigate the "baggage" every individual brings into a union. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    35 min.

  8. 28. MAR.

    To Post or Not to Post? Navigating Social Media Boundaries

    Is a relationship more stable when the world isn’t watching? In the eighth episode, James Wong and Hazelle Teo explore the decision to keep an entire dating life a complete secret until the moment of engagement. The episode breaks down the concept of "Context Collapse”, the digital phenomenon where family, colleagues, and critics all merge into one audience, making it difficult to maintain an authentic connection. The discussion covers the freedom of remaining hidden for 13 months, the hilarious moment G.E.M. almost exposed the pair on a concert Kiss Cam, and the challenge of drawing a line between professional content and personal partnership.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    29 min.
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Ever wonder what happens when the "Perfect Couple" on your feed has to figure out who’s doing the dishes? The Couple's Classroom is a weekly deep-dive into the unglamorous, hilarious, and often messy reality of modern love. Hosted by the laid-back James Wong and the high-energy Hazelle Teo, this show treats every relationship milestone as a lesson to be learned.

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