The debate continues...

In this follow-up episode, Sam and Gen are joined once again by guest hosts Timo and Valeria to dig even deeper into the emotional dynamics that shaped their past relationship. Picking up right where they left off, the group explores how emotional responsibility was—or wasn’t—shared, how it felt at the time, and what each person has come to realize in hindsight.

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Sam and Gen, like you've never seen them before...

In this podcast episode, hosts Sam and Gen welcome guest hosts Timo and Valeria for a lively debate about who was more of an emotional "pillar" in their marriage. The former couple delves into the emotional dynamics of their past relationship, exploring key pillars of emotional intelligence such as self-awareness, empathy, and emotional regulation. Both Sam and Gen provide candid reflections on their own experiences.

As you'll see, Sam and Gen have strongly differing opinions on emotional support in relationships, which they unpack in even greater detail in Pt. 2 (released in June 2025).

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In the second round of our "Who Carried The Relationship?" series, Sam and Gen continue their deep dive into the spiritual aspects of their relationship. Together with Joel, our hosts delve deeper into the complexities of spiritual leadership and discuss the burden of spiritual expectations, the impact of addiction, and the challenges of merging lives with differing spiritual priorities.

Guest host Joel Witton helps Sam and Gen uncover the role of community, brutal transparency, and consistent spiritual practices in sustaining a relationship.

01:26 Living Together and Addiction Struggles

02:36 Spiritual Leadership and Equally Yoked

05:38 The Breaking Point and Confession

06:59 Reflecting on Spiritual Efforts

15:59 Advice for Their Younger Selves

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Exciting news! We're starting a new series called "Who Carried The Relationship?" In this batch of episodes, Sam and Gen will vote on, then debate, who they believe did a better job in their marriage at leading in various areas (finances, emotional intelligence, spirituality, and more).In today's episode, Sam and Gen discuss the significance of a spiritual connection in relationships, highlighting how shared spirituality can form a robust foundation and exploring various interpretations of spirituality beyond conventional religious practices.Sam and Gen examine the necessity of aligning faith and relationships. They discuss how differing spiritual beliefs can affect marriage dynamics and share personal anecdotes reflecting the influence of their shared Christian faith on their marriage, both positively and negatively.Our guest host Joel, who has known Gen since high school, opens up a debate on whether spiritual responsibilities should be equally shared.Sam and Gen also talk through some of the distinctions between religion and spirituality, and offer advice on supporting a partner’s spiritual growth. Please support the show by subscribing!☎️ Have a question you’d like Sam and Gen to answer? DM us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/samandgengotdivorced/Please support the show by subscribing!👨 Follow Joel:https://www.instagram.com/cornercounsellor/https://www.facebook.com/genevieve.alao.5/👀 Follow Gen:https://www.instagram.com/cornercounsellor/https://www.facebook.com/genevieve.alao.5/👋🏾 Follow Sam:https://www.instagram.com/samueltheconnector/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sr3ms/👩🏿‍🤝‍👨🏾Follow The Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/samandgengotdivorced/https://tiktok.com/@samandgengotdivorced

In the second part of this discussion, Sam, Jeff and Gen uncover how everyday nuisances like stray socks can escalate into bigger issues if ignored. You'll also hear more of Sam's personal story of working through addiction and its effect on his marriage.

Sam and Gen go deep on how unresolved minor issues might snowball into major obstacles, and why intimacy is helpful for enduring such challenges. Together with Jeff , the trio delve into strategies for conflict resolution, emphasizing open communication and shared responsibilities and displaying how both vulnerability and humor can be healing forces that help to rebuild intimacy after conflicts.

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Jeff is back! In this heated episode, Sam and Gen debate with Jeff about whether seemingly insignificant habits or behaviors from one spouse can gradually undermine a healthy marriage.

Sam, Gen, and Jeff delve into the importance of communication, understanding, and small adjustments that can make a significant difference in relationship dynamics, ultimately aiming to provide listeners with actionable insights to foster stronger connections with their partners.

Additionally, Sam and Gen share personal anecdotes and advice on recognizing and addressing these minor issues before they escalate, empowering couples to create a more harmonious and supportive marital environment.

Throughout the discussion, they also touch on the role of empathy and vulnerability in resolving conflicts and nurturing lasting love, encouraging audiences to actively engage in introspective practices that strengthen their partnerships over time.

Ultimately, this episode seeks to highlight that by being mindful of everyday behaviors, couples can cultivate a deeper emotional intimacy that enhances their journey together.

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Why are WOMEN petty?

In this episode, Gen shares her perspective on why it is more societally acceptable (and understandable) when women demonstrate pettiness after a breakup. The former couple also share their newfound, post-divorce tools for avoiding resentment and the resulting pettiness, as well as a recent conflict that they had and how they dealt with it in healthier ways.

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In this episode, we dive into the ups and downs of pettiness in relationships with our pals Sam and Gen.

The former couple opens up about their own experiences, from Sam's plant-tossing moment to Gen's insights on pushing buttons in a relationship. We explore the roots of such behavior, tracing it back to childhood and cultural influences, and even throw in a fun game—"Petty or Not"

We wrap up with key takeaways on fostering healthier dynamics and the importance of honesty and kindness in relationships.

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