Marriage on the Daily

Julie B.
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Marriage on the Daily with Julie B is a podcast for couples in their first ten years of marriage who want practical wisdom and encouragement for building a healthy, lasting marriage. Hosted by Julie B, the show focuses on the everyday choices that shape your relationship over time. Each episode highlights simple, intentional actions that build connection, trust, and emotional safety. Through expert conversations and real life insight, Marriage on the Daily helps couples navigate communication, conflict, emotional safety, intimacy, and teamwork so they can do married well on the daily. The materials and information provided by Marriage on the Daily are for educational and informational purposes only and are not intended to constitute medical, psychological, or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified physician or licensed mental health professional regarding your specific circumstances. Marriage on the Daily disclaims any liability for actions taken or not taken based on the content shared through our website, podcast, social media platforms, or other services.

  1. 2 days ago

    37 Years of Marriage: What We’d Tell Our Younger Selves with Jay Baumgartner

    This week on Marriage on the Daily, Julie B. welcomes back a very special guest: her husband, Jay Baumgartner. As they get ready to celebrate 37 years of marriage, Julie and Jay look back on the life they’ve built together and ask a simple question: what would they go back and tell their younger selves about married life? Their conversation is honest, funny, and full of lessons learned through nearly four decades together. Julie and Jay talk about walking through hard seasons side by side—including loss, health scares, job changes, financial uncertainty, and unexpected challenges—and how those experiences taught them that couples really can do hard things together. They also share why choosing not to “keep up with the Joneses” served their marriage well. Living within their means, learning to say no, building an emergency fund, and making financial decisions together helped create a sense of security and kept money stress from defining their relationship. Julie and Jay reflect on the importance of surrounding yourself with people who are further along in the journey. Early in their marriage, older couples invited them into their homes, shared their stories, modeled faithfulness, and reminded them that they didn’t have to have everything figured out. That kind of community became especially important when they later stepped into parenting. They also talk about learning to pray together, keeping a sense of humor, staying curious about each other as both people continue to grow and change, and refusing to let fear drive important decisions. Jay shares why simple, honest prayer matters more than having the “right” words, while both of them reflect on how laughter has helped them navigate life without taking themselves too seriously. And perhaps most importantly, Julie and Jay talk about the commitment they made early in their marriage to take divorce off the table as a threat or escape hatch. Through the good, the bad, and the ugly, they chose to keep asking, “How are we going to figure this out together?” Looking back after 37 years, they say they’re grateful they kept putting one foot in front of the other—and kept choosing each other. If you’re newly married, in the middle of a difficult season, or simply wondering what helps a marriage last, this episode is filled with practical wisdom, faith, laughter, and encouragement from a couple who has lived a lot of life together.

    37 Years of Marriage: What We’d Tell Our Younger Selves with Jay Baumgartner

  2. 20 Oct

    How to Disagree Without Losing the Relationship | Guest: Dr. Bill Doherty

    This week on Marriage on the Daily, Julie B. is joined by Dr. Bill Doherty, marriage and family therapist, author, professor at the University of Minnesota, and co-founder of Braver Angels, for a timely conversation about how to disagree without destroying the relationship. Whether the topic is politics, religion, parenting, or something happening in the culture, difficult conversations can quickly turn into arguments—or become subjects we avoid altogether. Bill explains why one of the first steps toward healthier dialogue is remembering what you have in common and giving up the goal of changing the other person’s mind. Instead, the goal can be to understand where they’re coming from, make sure they feel heard, and share your own perspective without treating the conversation like something you have to win. Julie and Bill also explore the idea that behind many strongly held beliefs is a story. Taking time to ask how someone arrived at their viewpoint can reveal experiences, fears, and values that aren’t obvious on the surface—and can make empathy possible even when agreement isn’t. Bill offers practical tools couples and families can use in hard conversations, including speaking from your own understanding instead of making absolute “truth statements,” looking for something you agree on before focusing on the disagreement, and remembering that the person across from you is someone you love—not a stand-in for a politician, movement, or ideology you oppose. The conversation also turns specifically to marriage and the importance of intellectual intimacy—the ability to hear your spouse’s thoughts, tolerate meaningful differences, and stay emotionally connected even when you don’t see an issue the same way. As Bill puts it, closeness doesn’t require becoming the same person. And when Julie asks for one daily practice that can strengthen a marriage, Bill shares a ritual he and his wife have kept for decades: sitting down after dinner with a cup of coffee and simply talking about their day. It’s intentional, protected time that even their children came to see as a source of security. If you’ve ever wondered how to have a difficult conversation without losing the person on the other side of it, this episode offers practical encouragement to stay curious, lead with respect, listen for the story behind the opinion, and remember that relationships are worth protecting.

  3. 16 Oct ·  Bonus

    BONUS EPISODEE: 4 Conversations Every Couple Should Have Before the Holidays

    In this bonus episode of Marriage on the Daily, Julie B. is flying solo to help couples navigate one of the most complicated times of the year: the holidays. When you get married, you aren’t just combining two people—you’re combining traditions, expectations, family dynamics, schedules, and sometimes very different ideas about what Thanksgiving and Christmas are supposed to look like. Julie reminds couples that from the moment they say “I do,” they are a new family, and they have permission to think intentionally about what they want their holidays to become. Julie walks through four important conversations couples should have before the season gets busy: what the holidays mean to each of you, which traditions you want to keep or leave behind, what expectations your extended families may have, and how you’ll communicate your plans together. She also shares lessons from her own marriage, including the years she and Jay tried to make everyone happy by traveling between families—until one unexpected Christmas at home helped them realize they needed a different approach. Julie offers practical guidance for setting healthy boundaries, communicating decisions as a united couple, handling disappointment from family members without guilt, and creating new traditions that reflect the family you are building together. Before the calendar fills up, make some time to sit down with your spouse, talk through your expectations, and decide together what you want this holiday season to look like. Because even during the busiest time of the year, it’s still the little things that matter on the daily in your marriage.

  4. 13 Oct

    How to Stay Connected, Handle Conflict & Keep Choosing Each Other | Guest: Gabby Thompson

    This week on Marriage on the Daily, Julie B. switches things up again as her friend Gabby Thompson returns to the podcast—and this time, Gabby is asking the questions. Married for nearly three years herself, Gabby brings questions from younger couples and newlyweds who are trying to figure out how to build a marriage that stays strong for the long haul. Together, Gabby and Julie talk about one of the biggest fears many young couples have: growing apart. Julie shares why connection doesn’t happen automatically and why couples have to be intentional about creating time to talk, learn, have fun, and keep choosing one another through every season of marriage. They also dig into how to stay connected when work schedules or travel keep couples physically apart. Gabby shares some of the simple practices she and her husband use when he’s on the road, including daily check-ins, FaceTime dates, and even a personal code word that simply means, “I’m thinking about you.” Their conversation is a practical reminder that strong marriages are built through intentional habits, not good intentions alone. Gabby and Julie also tackle recurring conflict, the pressure our culture places on personal happiness, and the importance of remembering that marriage isn’t “me against you”—it’s the two of you facing life together. Julie explains why disagreements about money, family, holidays, careers, and other issues can be completely normal, and why the way couples engage those differences matters far more than never disagreeing. The episode closes with practical encouragement for couples who want to pray together but aren’t sure where to begin. Julie offers simple ways to make prayer feel natural instead of intimidating and explains why spiritual intimacy can create a deeper connection between spouses. And when Gabby turns Julie’s signature question back on her, Julie’s daily advice is simple: play and laugh together. Whether you’re newly married, navigating a demanding season, or simply looking for practical ways to stay connected, this episode is filled with encouragement to keep choosing your spouse, keep investing in your marriage, and remember that the little things really do matter on the daily.

    How to Stay Connected, Handle Conflict & Keep Choosing Each Other | Guest: Gabby Thompson

  5. 6 Oct

    Growing Closer to God in Every Season | Guest: Stasi Eldredge

    This week on Marriage on the Daily, Julie B. is joined by author and speaker Stasi Eldredge on the release day of her new book, The Ladder of Love, for a deeply encouraging conversation about intimacy with God, identity, and what it looks like to grow in your relationship with Him through every season of life. Stasi shares why knowing God is about so much more than knowing facts about Him. It’s about knowing Him personally and intimately—and allowing His love to become the foundation for everything else in our lives. She also offers grace for the busy seasons when spiritual rhythms don’t look the way we think they “should,” reminding listeners that God understands our humanity and remains faithful even when all we have to offer is a few minutes. Using the framework from The Ladder of Love, Stasi walks through the different ways Scripture reveals our relationship with God: as clay in the hands of the Potter, sheep cared for by the Shepherd, devoted servants, beloved children, siblings, friends, the Bride of Christ, and ultimately partners with Him in bringing His Kingdom into the world. Along the way, Julie and Stasi talk about healing distorted views of God, letting go of comparison, receiving His love, and embracing the unique person He created you to be. The conversation also turns toward marriage, where Stasi shares wisdom from 43 years with her husband, John. Her daily advice for couples is refreshingly simple: play together. Find something you both enjoy and intentionally make space for lighthearted fun without turning every moment into a serious conversation. And for couples wondering if marriage is really worth the work, Stasi offers a resounding yes. After walking through difficult seasons of her own marriage, she says the pursuit of God, healing, and one another’s hearts has made their marriage “gold”—and that it has been worth every tear, every try, and every prayer. If you’ve ever felt spiritually inadequate, disconnected from God, unsure of who you are, or simply exhausted by the demands of life, this episode is a beautiful reminder that God isn’t asking for perfection. He wants your heart—and there is always more of His love to discover.

    Growing Closer to God in Every Season | Guest: Stasi Eldredge

  6. 29 Sept

    How to Grow Together Without Losing Yourself | Guests: Greg & Erin Smalley

    This week on Marriage on the Daily, Julie B. is joined by longtime friends and marriage experts Greg and Erin Smalley for an honest, practical conversation about what it really takes to build a healthy marriage over time. Greg serves as Vice President of Marriage and Family Formation at Focus on the Family, while Erin is a therapist in private practice—and together they’ve spent decades helping couples strengthen their relationships. Greg and Erin open up about the rocky beginning of their own marriage and the baggage they each brought with them. From Greg’s deep fear of failure to Erin’s struggle with feeling “not good enough,” they explain how unresolved wounds and tender spots from the past can quietly shape the way couples react to one another. Their encouragement: become aware of your own “stuff,” stay curious about what’s happening beneath the surface, and keep choosing growth. The conversation also tackles one of the biggest misconceptions about marriage—the idea that “two becoming one” means losing your individuality. Greg and Erin explain why a healthy marriage makes room for three things to flourish: you, your spouse, and the relationship you share. They talk about supporting one another’s dreams, honoring differences, and creating a marriage where both people have a voice and room to become who God created them to be. Julie, Greg, and Erin also explore power struggles, control, conflict, and the importance of remembering that most hurts in marriage aren’t intentional. Instead of assuming the worst, couples can extend grace, ask better questions, and even use humor to reset when things get tense. To close, Erin challenges couples to spend just 10 minutes a day checking in at a deeper level—asking how their spouse is really doing and what’s weighing on them. Greg adds that you can’t give what you don’t have, so learning how to rest, recharge, and care for yourself is also an important part of caring for your marriage. If you’ve ever wondered how to stay connected without losing yourself, how to navigate your differences, or how to keep growing together through changing seasons, this episode offers practical encouragement for building a marriage where both people—and the relationship itself—can truly flourish.

    How to Grow Together Without Losing Yourself | Guests: Greg & Erin Smalley

  7. 22 Sept

    40 Years of Marriage: Embracing Differences, Choosing Kindness & Finding Joy | Guest: Bob Goff

    This week on Marriage on the Daily, Julie B. welcomes New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and founder of Love Does, Bob Goff, for a conversation filled with humor, wisdom, and practical encouragement for couples at every stage of marriage. Celebrating 40 years of marriage to his wife, Maria, Bob shares how two people with completely different personalities can build a beautiful life together without losing who they are. From his spontaneous, adventurous nature to Maria’s steady, thoughtful approach, Bob explains why oneness in marriage doesn’t have to mean sameness—and how learning to see life through your spouse’s perspective can transform your relationship. Julie and Bob explore the importance of asking honest questions, embracing your differences, and finding playful ways to navigate conflict. Bob introduces his hilarious “Code Rainbow” approach to handling mistakes, explains why adding just one beat before responding can change the direction of an argument, and challenges couples to step back and ask whether today’s frustration will really matter in the bigger picture of their marriage. The conversation also touches on vulnerability, extending your weakest hand instead of your strongest, and Bob and Maria’s guiding principle of approaching their relationship with 100% kindness and zero drama. Bob closes with a surprising piece of advice: keep score in your marriage—but count the right things. After 40 years, he still counts the days he’s been married to Maria as a daily reminder of the gift they share. Whether you’ve been married for six months or 40 years, this episode will encourage you to slow down, laugh more, lead with kindness, and remember that a strong marriage isn’t about getting everything right. It’s about continually choosing each other in the little moments that matter—on the daily.

    40 Years of Marriage: Embracing Differences, Choosing Kindness & Finding Joy | Guest: Bob Goff

  8. 15 Sept

    Build the Marriage You Want: Connection, Communication & Intentionality | Guest: Roger Gibson

    This week on Marriage on the Daily, Julie B. is joined by Roger Gibson, Marriage and Family Pastor at Fellowship of the Parks in Fort Worth, Texas. Roger has been married to his wife, Carrie, for 34 years and was mentored by his father-in-law, legendary marriage ministry pioneer Gary Smalley. Roger and Julie talk about why the first 10 years of marriage are so important—and why couples shouldn’t expect a great marriage to simply happen because they found the “right person.” Instead, Roger says strong marriages are built through intentionality, practical relationship skills, and a willingness to keep learning how to love your spouse well. They unpack the “soulmate myth,” the unrealistic expectations social media can create, and why communication is about much more than exchanging information. Roger shares practical ways couples can stay connected even during busy seasons—including aiming for 20 minutes of meaningful connection throughout the day, sending a simple text to let your spouse know you’re thinking about them, and creating intentional rhythms that keep your relationship from drifting. Roger also shares lessons he learned from Gary Smalley, including the importance of choosing high honor and low anger, creating an “honor list” of the things you value about your spouse, and remembering that the differences that frustrate you today may be some of the same things that originally attracted you to each other. Ultimately, Roger encourages couples to keep their marriage in front of them—to invest in it, practice healthy relationship skills, prioritize friendship, and never stop having fun together. Because great marriages aren’t discovered; they’re built one intentional choice at a time.

    Build the Marriage You Want: Connection, Communication & Intentionality | Guest: Roger Gibson
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Marriage on the Daily with Julie B is a podcast for couples in their first ten years of marriage who want practical wisdom and encouragement for building a healthy, lasting marriage. Hosted by Julie B, the show focuses on the everyday choices that shape your relationship over time. Each episode highlights simple, intentional actions that build connection, trust, and emotional safety. Through expert conversations and real life insight, Marriage on the Daily helps couples navigate communication, conflict, emotional safety, intimacy, and teamwork so they can do married well on the daily. The materials and information provided by Marriage on the Daily are for educational and informational purposes only and are not intended to constitute medical, psychological, or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified physician or licensed mental health professional regarding your specific circumstances. Marriage on the Daily disclaims any liability for actions taken or not taken based on the content shared through our website, podcast, social media platforms, or other services.

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  • Creator
    Julie B.
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    44
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Julie B.
  • Show Website
    Marriage on the Daily

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