Marriage and Martinis

Danielle & Adam
Marriage and Martinis

Marriage and Martinis is an attempt to present a real, authentic marriage at its core: the love, hate, teamwork, struggles, laughter, humiliation, and ever-changing dynamics that comprise spousal relationships. Join Danielle and Adam as they explore every hilarious, heartfelt, shocking, embarrassing, and completely inappropriate facet of marriage and parenting. It’s a bumpy ride, but it’s worth it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. DEC 9

    And on the 9th day he said, "Do not throw a DIY Bar Mitzvah!"

    One week after throwing their third child a "DIY" Bar Mitzvah, Adam and Danielle reflect on the process leading up to the event, and the service/party themselves. Some questions/topics include: What's involved with becoming a Bar/Bat Mitzvah, anyway?What untraditional practices did they decide to include, and which traditions did they not follow?How do they feel their family's connection to their religion might change moving forward?How much does a Bar/Bat Mitzvah actually usually cost?What were each of their favorite parts of the event?What parts were the most stressful/overwhelming?What advice would they give other parents planning any type of big celebration for their chil(ren)?If they had to do it again, what would they do differently? Looking for the perfect buzz without the hangover? Visit Drink Brez to check out their euphoric, calming, relaxing drinks, and use promo code "MARTINIS10" for $10 off your first purchase! Graze and Decor Live in the New Jersey/Pennsylvania areas and looking for an incredibly unique catering experience for your next event? Whether large or small, Graze and Decor will add creativity, personality, and deliciousness. Your guests will not be able to stop talking about the presentation, as they savor the versatile options offered. Follow this exceptional brand on instagram to see exactly what we're raving about! Time To Party There are so many party decoration services out there these days, it's truly hard to know which one to hire! Luckily, Danielle has done the work for you! Time To Party is above and beyond when it comes to everything from customer service, to creativity, down to the small but impactful details. This isn't your average party decorating brand, and your guests will realize that the second they walk into the room and are blown away! And follow on instagram to see just how phenomenal these masterpieces are. Need awesome gift ideas for the holiday? Marriage and Martinis has the best lists, and the only ones you'll need for everyone in your life! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    58 min
  2. NOV 11

    After the Vote: Navigating Elections in Relationships

    Five days after the election, a tension has been brewing: in households, in friendships, and in society. While Danielle and Adam voted the same way, that doesn't at all mean they share the same experiences concerning politics and advocacy. Even though they've been together for 25 years, there have been a lot of times in which they felt differently concerning what type of role and voice they should each have in the world of social issues, engaging in social media, and even concerning their parenting. Danielle comes from a very political family. Adam does not. How have they navigated this terrain? They get into the deep reflection, and some extremely tense discourse, highlighting the differences they both face, and answering each others questions concerning: Why has Danielle gotten so much more political in the past ten years?Why does Danielle feel so much more strongly about politics and social issues than Adam?What role does the election play in The Mental Load?How do they navigate relationships with people in their life whom they know voted for the opposite party?What issues are most important to each of them?What frustrations do they each feel how each of them react to and engage in politics?How do they plan on navigating the holidays amidst such a contentious time? Make sure to tune in for part two next week, when they discuss what public figures and influences have negatively impacted the way they relate to one another concerning issues? What's the big deal about listening to Joe Rogan? What does Adam think about "feminism" and the role it plays in Danielle and Mia's lives? If you enjoyed this episode and gained something from it, please don't forget to rate and review on Apple and/or Spotify. Follow and subscribe to get all upcoming podcast episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 15m
  3. OCT 21

    Finance F*ckery

    It has taken over 22 years for Adam and Danielle to be able to have a conversation about the topic of finance without it ending in a fit of rage, resentment, and frustration. For the first time, they can each admit to their mistakes, and the ways they individually and cohesively have contributed to the mistakes they've made, and their negligence concerning preparing for the future. Yes, this is definitely a testament to the progress they've made and the incredible work they've done, but it doesn't change the fact that they'll be feeling the impacts of their poor decisions for years to come. This is a topic that is so seldom discussed by couples in a way that's so public and especially, so honest, that they weren't sure if they should edit some of it out. However, they decided not to touch it. Hopefully, their vulnerability will inspire other couples to have similar conversations, and even learn from Adam and Danielle's mistakes. More specifically, some of the issues they discuss surrounding money and finances in this episode are: How differently they grew up regarding money and spending.How being a stay-at-home-mom impacted Danielle's ideas about financial decision making within their family.The frustration of being the person in charge of buying the daily necessities for the household vs. the frustrations of being the one in charge of paying the bigger bills.How "keeping up with the joneses" has impacted them, especially regarding raising kids.How honest should we be with our kids about our financial situation? What has caused this shift in Danielle's mentality concerning budgeting, and being an active participant in solving their financial issues?How our past experiences, as well as expectations about spending/money affects our overall mindset about what we need/want/deserve regardless of whether or not we can afford it. Stay tuned for part two of this topic, in which we delve even further into these issues and so much more! Please don't forget to Rate and Review on Apple and or Spotify. A five-star rating truly helps us so much and only takes a minute. Want to have this type of dynamic, gentle, honest conversation with you partner? Purchase the Date Night Questions print version, and use code "MNMPODCAST" for 20% off plus free shipping. Or, download it immediately with the ebook version, and use code "RECONNECT" for 15% off. Trying to incorporate more gratitude, equity, and understanding into your relationship, use the framework that got Adam and Danielle to the place they are now as a couple, by purchasing the Small Change, Big Impact Challenge, and use code "SCBI15" for 15% off! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 20m
  4. OCT 14

    Diving Deeper Into The Mental Load, With Zach Watson

    Is there a such thing as too many discussions about the mental load? Until it stops being one of the most complicated issues in relationships, the answer is definitely no. Danielle and Adam were so happy that Zach joined them for a conversation about all the different facets and nuances about the mental load which are rarely discussed. In fact, for a couple that has spoken more about this topic than most partners, they each learned a lot of new, insightful information. Plus, they discuss how far they've come since their devastating fight from one year ago, that almost caused Danielle to leave. Plus, with the upcoming holidays, the three of them tackle the different ways that time of year can make the division of mental and emotional labor even more complicated. This is another one of those episodes that you'll definitely want to share with your partner and ask them to listen. There is a lot of great info in this discussion. Follow Zach on instagram, and check out his awesome coaching and facilitator services on his website. Be sure to sign up for the Marriage and Martinis Holiday Challenge, if you often feel like the sole magic maker during the holiday season, leaving you exhausted and overwhelmed. Purchase the regular version for the downloads only, or join us for the 30-day interactive version starting October 27th. THIS WEEK ONLY: 20% off both versions of the holiday challenge. Discount applied at checkout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 18m
4.8
out of 5
1,415 Ratings

About

Marriage and Martinis is an attempt to present a real, authentic marriage at its core: the love, hate, teamwork, struggles, laughter, humiliation, and ever-changing dynamics that comprise spousal relationships. Join Danielle and Adam as they explore every hilarious, heartfelt, shocking, embarrassing, and completely inappropriate facet of marriage and parenting. It’s a bumpy ride, but it’s worth it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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