In this enlightening episode of Marriage IQ, Dr. Jeff Hill, a family finance researcher, and his wife, Tammy, a therapist and sex educator, join us to share their expertise about sex and money in marriage.

Dr. Jeff Hill uncovers surprising truths about how money impacts marriage—and it’s not about how much you make:

• Why financial stress is the real relationship killer, not your income level

• How transparent financial practices, like joint accounts, can create unity

• The dangers of "financial infidelity" and how to protect your relationship from it

Tammy Hill reveals her "Replenishment Model" for sexual intimacy—showing couples how to:

• Shift from goal-oriented sex to nurturing deep emotional and physical connection

• Cultivate a state of ongoing arousal and connection that sustains throughout life

• Apply practical tips to bring mindfulness and presence into your intimate experiences

• Open, honest conversations about money and sex

• Setting shared goals and working as a team to achieve them

• Creating generosity, trust, and unity in every aspect of your relationship

This episode isn't just about the practicalities of money and sex—it’s about helping you build a more connected, generous, and fulfilled marriage. If you want to transform the foundation of your relationship, this is the conversation you’ve been waiting for.

What if happiness in your marriage and family isn’t something you chase—but something you design?

In this heart-opening episode of Marriage IQ, we share how one of the hardest seasons of our lives—moving states, navigating financial stress, and supporting our kids through emotional and physical struggles—led to a powerful discovery: the Live Happy List.

The Birth of the Live Happy List
When our world felt uncertain, we needed something to anchor us. Through prayer, creativity, and a lot of trial and error, we created a simple foam board filled with small, medium, and big goals designed to spark joy, laughter, and meaningful connection. It changed everything.

What You'll Learn:

• How to create your own Live Happy List as a couple, family, or individual

• Why setting intentional goals improves connection, resilience, and joy

• Ideas for incorporating goals by season, mood, and energy level

• How to adapt when life doesn’t go as planned—and still find joy

From living room dance parties to big dreams like New Year’s Eve in NYC, we share how small acts of joy can carry you through big challenges—and how intentional goal-setting became a rhythm of healing, fun, and family bonding.

This episode is for you if...

• You feel stuck in survival mode and want more joy

• You crave deeper connection in your marriage or family

• You're ready to replace "someday" with "let's do it"

Whether you're just surviving or ready to thrive, this episode will inspire you to create happiness on purpose—and bring your loved ones along for the journey.

Shame can’t survive being spoken—but in many marriages, it’s never given the chance.

In this powerful episode of Marriage iQ, we’re joined by Steve O’Connor, founder of Catholics Fight Porn, for a vulnerable and eye-opening conversation about the hidden impact of guilt and shame in marriage.

We explore:

🔹 The critical difference between “I made a mistake” (guilt) and “I am the mistake” (shame)
🔹 How shame fuels cycles of secrecy, isolation, and emotional disconnection
🔹 The surprising ways shame shows up—from sexual struggles to money to emotional avoidance

You’ll also learn practical strategies for:

✅ Recognizing shame-based patterns in your relationship
✅ Creating safety for honest, vulnerable conversations
✅ Turning moments of exposure into moments of connection

Steve shares deeply from his work and personal journey—emphasizing the healing power of faith, support systems, and full disclosure in restoring intimacy and rebuilding trust.

Whether you’ve battled shame silently or you’re walking with a partner who is, this episode offers a roadmap for transforming pain into deeper love.

Listen in—and discover how facing shame together can lead to healing, freedom, and deeper connection.