Married Into Crazy with Snooks and Lovey

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"Marriage Coaching for Love, Laughter, and Overcoming Adversity" - We met on a blind date and when we got engaged 4 months later, my heart was pierced...not by Cupid's arrow, but by a serrated steak knife and that's when our journey began. That's when we realized we both Married Into Crazy! We are just Real Folk sharing real talk about Love and Life while occasionally tackling a few taboos, stereotypes, and misconceptions confronting the institution of marriage (and relationships at large). Though we can't speak for everyone, we can offer our unique perspective. If you've ever wanted to be a fly on the wall and listen to another married couple's random conversations, stick around and get your "ear hustle" on with a couple that truly Married Into Crazy!!!

  1. 6 Tips To Resurrect Your Marriage

    APR 8

    6 Tips To Resurrect Your Marriage

    Is your marriage stuck in the past? In this powerful Easter-inspired episode of the Married Into Crazy Podcast, hosts Snooks and Lovey draw stunning parallels between Resurrection Sunday and the renewal every marriage needs. With nearly 30 years of marriage and years of experience as marriage coaches, they break down three transformative principles: shedding the "grave clothes" of old labels and resentment, enduring the difficult "Saturday season" when you're doing the work but haven't seen results yet, and embracing a gardener's mindset of nurturing, pruning, and protecting your relationship from the weeds of bitterness. Snooks and Lovey get personal about their own journey — from a near-fatal stabbing, to a divorce request, to a fully resurrected marriage — and challenge couples to stop defining their spouse by who they were and start being curious about who they're becoming. They explore the meaning of true forgiveness, why small daily acts of love matter more than grand gestures, and how a Christ-centered foundation transforms everything. Whether your marriage needs a full resurrection or just a fresh spark, this episode delivers raw honesty, biblical insight, and practical wisdom you can apply today.  Key Takeaways  1. Leave the grave clothes behind. Stop labeling your spouse with who they were. Forgiveness means not weaponizing the past.  2. Endure the Saturday. The hardest season is between crucifying the old marriage and seeing the new one bloom. Don't quit during the transition.  3. Adopt gardener energy. Water, nurture, and prune — and pull bitterness out at the root before it chokes your growth.  4. Build on Christ, not tradition. A genuine relationship with God — not just church attendance — is the foundation that sustains a marriage.  5. Stay curious about your spouse. Radical hospitality means celebrating who they're becoming, not just who they've been.  6. Win with the small stuff. Daily 10-minute breakfasts, pouring coffee, asking "what's new?" — these deposits build lasting relational equity far more than grand gestures.  Check out https://marriedintocrazy.com

    30 min
  2. Prenups Are An Act OF Love, Not Doubt

    MAR 25

    Prenups Are An Act OF Love, Not Doubt

    Family law attorney and author Nadia Gilks joins Snooks and Lovey on this powerful episode of Married Into Crazy to break down one of the most misunderstood tools in marriage: the prenuptial agreement. Licensed in Texas and Nevada since 2009, Nadia specializes in divorces, custody battles, and guardianships — and she's on a mission to change how couples think about prenups. In this episode, Nadia dismantles the myth that prenups are only for the wealthy, arguing passionately that average couples have the most to lose without one. She compares a prenup to car insurance — you don't plan to crash, but you'd never drive without coverage. She walks listeners through the legal essentials of creating a valid, enforceable prenuptial agreement, including why both partners need separate attorneys, why timing matters (never sign within 30–60 days of the wedding), and why full financial disclosure is the make-or-break factor. Visit Nadia Gilkes on all her platforms Check out https://www.marredintocrazy.com

    45 min
  3. The Silent Walk That Saved Marriages - Inside the 2026 MIC Marriage Conference, Part 2 | Ep. 341

    MAR 11

    The Silent Walk That Saved Marriages - Inside the 2026 MIC Marriage Conference, Part 2 | Ep. 341

    In Part 2 of their 2026 MIC Marriage Conference recap, Snooks and Lovey dive deep into the game- changing marriage wisdom that left attendees speechless. This episode breaks down the most impact‐ ful sessions, starting with speaker Mavis's transformative approach to communicating about sex and intimacy. Through a blindfolded index card exercise, couples learned to share desires, dislikes, and needs in a completely non-judgmental space—with only one permitted response: "Thank you for shar‐ ing." The hosts explore how the Gottman Method's "gentle startup" technique can revolutionize diffi‐ cult conversations and why understanding your marriage's "seasons" is critical for maintaining intimacy through life changes like aging, childbirth, and health challenges. The episode also features Snooks and Lovey's own conference segment on "Creating Peace," which in‐ troduced the powerful "Peace Walk" exercise—a silent, hand-holding walk designed to synchronize couples before asking two profound questions: "What in our relationship brings you peace?" and "What do I need to understand better?" But the emotional highlight comes from keynote speaker Joey Kibble, 10-time Grammy winner from Take 6 and divorce recovery coach, whose statement "If it's not healed, it's inherited" became the conference's defining moment. This episode is essential listening for couples ready to do the real work of building a lasting, thriving marriage. Plus, get the exclusive save-the-date for the 2027 Winter Ball & Marriage Conference!

    28 min
  4. Game-Changing Marriage Wisdom From the 2026 MIC Marriage Conference, Part 1

    FEB 25

    Game-Changing Marriage Wisdom From the 2026 MIC Marriage Conference, Part 1

    In this power-packed episode of the Married Into Crazy Podcast, hosts Snooks and Lovey take you behind the scenes of their incredible 2nd Annual Winter Ball of Marriage conference! With over 120 attendees flying in from Maryland, Florida, Arizona, Texas, and all across California, this two-day event was nothing short of transformational. Friday Night Highlights: Experience the magic of "Dinner, Diamonds, and Dance" featuring DJ Nointed, Chicago stepping legend Cree, and delicious catering from Koncrete Kitchen and Louisiana Heaven. Saturday's Expert Sessions Include:  Devon Truvel shares the raw truth about couple entrepreneurship—the roses AND the thorns. Discover the four pillars of finding your niche: What you're good at, what you love, what the world needs, and what you can get paid for. Learn how the Black Wall Street board game is revolutionizing financial literacy education!  The Akintades reveal their secrets to building an UNCOMMON LIFE. As a board-certified gastroenterologist and engineer, they took a 6-month sabbatical to travel 29 countries with their children! Latifa, host of the Money Fit MD podcast, shares practical biblical principles for creating generational wealth.  BONUS: Learn about SMARTE Goals—a revolutionary twist on traditional goal-setting: Specific Measurable Aligned with who you're called to be (Audacious!) Reasonable based on your current season Time-bound Emotionally grounded Plus powerful mantras: "Write it, Read it, Pray about it" | "See it, Speak it, Seek it" | "Be, Do, Have"  Whether you're building a business with your spouse, seeking financial freedom, or wanting to create extraordinary family experiences, this episode delivers actionable wisdom for couples at every stage of marriage.

    26 min
  5. The Sabbath and The Sunday: A Jewish - Catholic Latino Journey Of Two Traditions

    FEB 11

    The Sabbath and The Sunday: A Jewish - Catholic Latino Journey Of Two Traditions

    In this episode, we sit down for a gentle and honest conversation with Joel and Teresa Backman about the quiet beauty found in the merging of two storied heritages: Judaism and Hispanic Catholicism. Beyond the surface-level differences, we explore the shared heartbeat of these two cultures—the deep devotion to family, the sacredness of a shared meal, and the resilience passed down through generations. We talk about what it looks like to build a life that honors both the Shabbat candles and the Sunday traditions, navigating the delicate balance of keeping two flames alive in one home. It is a story of compromise, deep respect, and the discovery that love doesn't require choosing one path, but rather creating a new one together. Visit marriedintocrazy dot com to learn more about what we do to lift up marriages.

    1h 4m
  6. Why Couples Divorce & How To Reset The "WE" In Your Marriage | Ep. 338

    JAN 28

    Why Couples Divorce & How To Reset The "WE" In Your Marriage | Ep. 338

    In this foundational episode, Snooks and Lovey open up about their remarkable 29-year marriage that began with a near-fatal stabbing and survived a near-divorce just four years later. They introduce listeners to the powerful concept of "Resetting the We" and the Six Seasons of Marriage—a framework that helps couples understand where they are and communicate more effectively. Drawing from their recent marriage group session with Intentionally Yours (led by Cloyce and Sheila Dickerson), the hosts walk through each marriage season and share vulnerable insights about where they currently are in their own journey, including navigating grief after losing their son and adjusting to raising their grandson together. The episode delivers actionable wisdom about the importance of regular "check-ins," maintaining individual identity while strengthening the "we," and never forgetting the plot of your own love story. Whether you're in the honeymoon phase or the valley season, this episode equips you with tools to stay connected and build a resilient partnership. Key Topics Discussed ✅ The Origin Story of Snooks & Lovey -How they were "tricked" into meeting each other -The dramatic stabbing incident 5 days after engagement -Lovey's two open-heart surgeries and miraculous recovery ✅ The Fourth Anniversary Divorce Request -How Snooks asked for a divorce at Morton's Steakhouse -The wake-up call that changed everything -Their journey through counseling, coaching, and healing ✅ The CRAZY Method Explained -Compassionate -Real -Accountable -Zealous -Yielding ✅ The Six Seasons of Marriage -Honeymoon/New Beginning: Excitement, discovery, and hope -Building Season: Careers, finances, parenting, and goals take center stage -Valley Season: Illness, grief, conflict, betrayal, or burnout -Adjustment Season: Major life transitions requiring patience -Refining Season: Old wounds surface, growth is uncomfortable -Harvest/Renewal Season: Peace, friendship, and gratitude deepen. ✅ "Resetting the We" Concept -Understanding that resets aren't about failure—they're about realignment -How each spouse can be in different seasons simultaneously T-he importance of respecting where your partner is. ✅ The Power of "The Check-In" -Why weekly or bi-weekly check-ins prevent disconnection -How to implement check-ins without feeling awkward -Using check-ins to stay present and maintain connectedness ✅ "Don't Forget the Plot" - Divorce Attorney Wisdom -Insight from The Diary of a CEO podcast with Steven Bartlett -How couples lose their original story when life gets busy -Why supporting characters (kids, jobs) become the main characters -The danger of writing separate stories under the same roof ✅ You, Me, and We -Maintaining individual identity within marriage -Honoring what attracted you to each other initially -Committing to the collective "we" ✅ Community & Support Systems -The importance of having strong couples in your community -"As iron sharpens iron" - how couples sharpen each other -Avoiding isolation and toxic couple friendships 🎯 Who Should Listen to This Episode? ✔️ Married couples seeking to strengthen their relationship ✔️ Couples experiencing communication challenges ✔️ Partners navigating major life transitions (new baby, job change, relocation) ✔️ Couples dealing with grief or loss ✔️ Engaged couples preparing for marriage ✔️ Marriage counselors and coaches looking for frameworks ✔️ Faith-based couples wanting Christian marriage guidance ✔️ Anyone who feels disconnected from their partner ✔️ Couples raising grandchildren or blended families ✔️ Listeners who enjoy authentic, vulnerable storytelling

    36 min
  7. Interfaith Marriages - A Muslim/Christian Love Story That Proves Faith Is More Than Words

    JAN 14

    Interfaith Marriages - A Muslim/Christian Love Story That Proves Faith Is More Than Words

    Can you truly love someone who prays differently than you? What if their faith journey looks nothing like yours? In this deeply personal episode of Married Into Crazy, hosts Snooks and Lovey interview a couple that get vulnerable about their interfaith marriage as a Muslim-Christian couple navigating love across religious lines. But this isn't your typical interfaith dialogue—this is about the real, messy, beautiful truth of falling in love with someone's heart before their religion. Richard and Patrice share their powerful story of how they discovered something revolutionary: authentic faith isn't measured by how well someone can quote the Quran or recite Bible verses—it's revealed through daily actions, choices, and how they treat others. In this episode, you'll discover:  ✨ The moment they realized love transcends religious labels – How taking time to truly know each other revealed a shared devotion to God that went beyond denomination  ✨ Why actions matter more than religious performance – The couple discusses how they learned to recognize genuine faith through kindness, integrity, and compassion rather than theological debates  ✨ Navigating family expectations and cultural pressures – Real talk about dealing with families on both sides who questioned their interfaith union  ✨ Finding common ground between Islam and Christianity – The surprising spiritual connections they discovered when they stopped focusing on differences  ✨ Practical wisdom for interfaith couples – Honest advice for anyone considering or currently in an interfaith relationship  ✨ Redefining what it means to be "equally yoked" – Challenging traditional interpretations and finding spiritual partnership beyond religious labels  This conversation will challenge everything you thought you knew about interfaith relationships, religious compatibility, and what it truly means to love God. Whether you're in an interfaith relationship, considering one, or simply curious about how love and faith intersect across religious boundaries, this episode offers profound insights delivered with Snooks and Lovey's signature humor and authenticity.  Perfect for: Interfaith couples, anyone questioning religious compatibility in relationships, people interested in Muslim-Christian dialogue, those seeking authentic faith expressions, and anyone who's ever wondered if love can truly conquer religious differences.  Get Your Tickets to the 2026 Winter Ball & Marriage Conference : https://marriedintocrazy.ticketlocity.com

    1h 17m
  8. Your Goals Don't Have To Match - How Couples Can Win Together In 2026

    12/31/2025

    Your Goals Don't Have To Match - How Couples Can Win Together In 2026

    Ready to conquer 2026 with your partner? In this powerful episode of Married Into Crazy, hosts Snooks and Lovvy tackle one of the biggest relationship challenges couples face during New Year planning: Do your goals need to be perfectly aligned with your spouse's? After 29 years of marriage (and surviving near-death experiences, a divorce request, and countless goal mismatches), these certified Gottman relationship coaches reveal the truth: You don't rise to the level of your goals—you fall to the level of your systems. What You'll Learn:  ✅ Why goal alignment is overrated – and what actually matters for relationship success  ✅ The "Harris Intercept" method – a Venn diagram approach to identifying shared priorities vs. individual pursuits ✅ How to support different goals without resentment, shame, or feeling left out  ✅ The accountability framework that prevents conflict when one partner falls off track  ✅ Real talk about fitness, business, and personal goals – when Snooks wants pizza and Lovvy's doing 75 Hard  ✅ The C.R.A.Z.Y. framework – Five pillars that saved their marriage (Compassionate, Real, Accountable, Zealous, Yielding)  Episode Highlights: 03:44 – The stabbing story: How Lovvy survived a near-fatal attack by Snooks's ex just 5 days after getting engaged 13:16 – Do couples really need the same goals? The debate begins 17:00 – The "Harris Intercept": A game-changing tool for negotiating priorities 22:00 – When one partner is eating pizza and the other is on 75 Hard: Real-world goal conflicts 28:29 – James Clear's wisdom: "You fall to the level of your systems, not rise to your goals" 32:40 – Snooks gets vulnerable: Learning to be compassionate, real, and yielding in marriage Whether you're a singlepreneur, couplepreneur, or marriedpreneur, this episode offers actionable strategies to make 2026 your best year yet—together or individually (but still connected!).  Resources Mentioned: Atomic Habits by James Clear – The book that transformed their approach to goals Married Into Crazy Winter Ball & Marriage Conference – February 6-7, 2026 (tickets at marriedintocrazy.com) Gottman Method Couples Therapy – The framework Snooks & Lovvy use in their coaching OL and Sway Interview – Episode on singlepreneurs, couplepreneurs, and marriedpreneurs  Shoutouts: 🎤 Joel Kibble (10-time Grammy winner from Take 6) – Speaking at the Winter Ball 📻 Lady Charmaine (97.5 KDEE Sacramento) – Upcoming interview on January 8th  💍 Anniversary Shoutouts: Cloyce & Sheila Dickerson (Jan 1), Terrence & Davina Hansford (10 years!), Dominic & Malik Mullins (Jan 6)  Connect with Married Into Crazy: 🌐 Website: www.marriedintocrazy.com 📧 Email: info@marriedintocrazy.com 📱 App: Download the Married Into Crazy app for exclusive coaching content (including "Raise the BAR" curriculum)  🎟️ Event Tickets: Married Into Crazy Winter Ball & Marriage Conference – February 6-7, 2026

    40 min
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"Marriage Coaching for Love, Laughter, and Overcoming Adversity" - We met on a blind date and when we got engaged 4 months later, my heart was pierced...not by Cupid's arrow, but by a serrated steak knife and that's when our journey began. That's when we realized we both Married Into Crazy! We are just Real Folk sharing real talk about Love and Life while occasionally tackling a few taboos, stereotypes, and misconceptions confronting the institution of marriage (and relationships at large). Though we can't speak for everyone, we can offer our unique perspective. If you've ever wanted to be a fly on the wall and listen to another married couple's random conversations, stick around and get your "ear hustle" on with a couple that truly Married Into Crazy!!!

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