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SEASON 9: EPISOdE #13
In this episode: Marriage needs more fun. Dr. Mike joins the guys in “The Workshop,” sharing creative ways to laugh, play, and prioritize fun despite busy lives. Then marriage therapist Debra Fileta offers practical steps for building emotional closeness—because when couples laugh and feel together, love stays fresh and friendship grows stronger.
SEASON 9: EPISOdE #12
In this episode: What does it mean to be a strong woman pursuing God-given dreams within marriage? “Just Us Girls” of A Better Us share their personal stories. Dr. Mike helps husbands re-engage with intention, and Ron Deal offers practical wisdom for building healthy, grace-filled blended families through love and teamwork.
SEASON 9: EPISOdE #11
In this episode: Life doesn’t always follow our dreams. Marriage coaches Alvin and Joy Slaughter show how shared disappointment can draw couples closer and invite God to redeem broken plans. Then hear a powerful story of two widowed parents who, through grace, resilience, and faith, found healing, hope, and love again.
SEASON 9: EPISOdE #10
In this episode: Dr. Mike joins us beachside, unpacking how shame causes couples to hide and how God brings healing and freedom. Dr. Gary Chapman shares wisdom on parenting and home atmosphere, while Ron Deal offers hope-filled insight for navigating the beauty and complexity of blended families with extra grace.
SEASON 9: EPISOdE #9
In this episode: Marriage teachers Todd and Carolyn Petkau show how curiosity fuels deeper conversations and surprise. In “The Workshop,” Dr. Mike joins the husbands of A Better Us to help them navigate their digital life in marriage. Also, marriage researcher Shaunti Feldhahn offers honest insight on mismatched sex drives. Finally, marriage counsellor Debra Fileta explores how to make “positive deposits” — those small acts of love that strengthen marriage.
SEASON 9: EPISOdE #8
In this episode: Is it safe to ask, “Am I a pleasure to be married to?” Dr. Clarence Shuler and Dr. Les Parrott tackle this risky question and it sparks an honest, lively conversation with the Kitchen Couples. Also, in the “Just Us Girls” segment, the wives of A Better Us get real as they discuss surviving heavy seasons in marriage with grace, patience, and God’s help.
In this episode: Marriage teachers Brad and Heidi Mitchell reveal how choosing forgiveness, even when anger feels justified, transforms hearts and marriages. Marriage expert Zack Clinton shows how to fight for connection, not victory. Financial advisor Tom Copland exposes money deceptions, while the Kitchen Couples jump in with real-life insight and honest conversation.
SEASON 9: EPISOdE #6
In this episode: Dr. Mike joins the guys in “The Workshop” to explore how husbands can support their wives’ ambitions, strengthening marriage through teamwork. Then Dr. Gary Chapman shares timeless wisdom on the heart of a healthy family, sparking meaningful conversation and practical insights from the Kitchen Couples.
SEASON 9: EPISOdE #5
In this episode: Men and women communicate differently, often missing each other entirely. “Just Us Girls” explore how to navigate those differences without drifting apart. Marriage expert Ron Deal helps couples unpack past baggage that complicates connection, while the Kitchen Couples add humour and real-life insight into learning how to communicate with understanding, patience, and grace.
SEASON 9: EPISODE #4
In this episode: The guys of A Better Us head to “The Workshop” with Dr. Mike to learn how to better express their feelings. Then author and counsellor Debra Fileta unpacks emotional triggers—why small things cause big reactions—and how healing past pain can lead to healthier conversations. That topic sparks an honest, lively discussion with the kitchen couples.
SEASON 9: EPISODE #3
In The Episode: Little annoyances can wear down any marriage. Todd and Carolyn Petkau introduce “shock absorbers” to soften daily bumps…and our kitchen couples weigh in with their thoughts. Also Rebecca St. James and her husband share their faith-filled love story, and financial expert Tom Copland offers practical hope for couples facing money stress.
SEASON 9: EPISODE #2
In The Episode: It’s easy to compare your marriage to others and feel discouraged, but every couple has hidden struggles. In a “Just Us Girls” segment, the wives of A Better Us discuss comparison and pride. Also, relationship expert Ron Deal shares practical ways to replace “me” with “we”—with plenty of honest insight from the kitchen couples.
Season 9: Episode #1
In The Episode: Could your marriage be gasping for air? Todd and Carolyn Petkau reveal how couples unknowingly cut off emotional oxygen—and how to restore it. Plus, Dr. Gary Chapman reframes intimacy beyond sex, showing how multiple forms of connection can revive closeness in your marriage for lasting marital health. The Kitchen Couples discuss it all.