Marriage Unhindered

ตอน

• 
  When Addiction Hurts Your Marriage 24.09.2026 50นาที

  Are you married to someone struggling with an addiction that is damaging your marriage? Doug welcomes Scott Weeman, founder of Catholics in Recovery, to explore the roots of addiction and how people can begin the path toward healing and freedom. Listener questions and comments: Charlie – I have been in Al-Anon and found a “Letter to an Alcoholic” especially helpful. I want to share how it helped me. (18:26) Joe – I spent 12 hours on YouTube yesterday and realized I am addicted. How can I break this habit? (26:39) Dawn – I am in a 12-step program and want to share how it has helped me recognize the ways my own behavior has affected my family. (39:09) Resources:  Al-Anon https://al-anon.org/ AA https://www.aa.org/ Catholics in recovery https://catholicinrecovery.com/
• 
  From Complaints to Connection in Marriage 22.09.2026 50นาที

  Doug discusses several marriage topics including: complaining, where to find a good husband, and female breadwinners. He also shares several quotes to strengthen marriage.   Listener questions and comments: Robert - My wife and I have been married for 20 years and I have a problem where I lie about small things. (11:18) Jade - I found out my boyfriend is cheating. He says he wants to marry me. Should we continue? (23:28) Mark - Comment: Jade seems like the forgiving type but she can’t trust him until he gives her time to show it. (40:33) Josh - The Bible says that men are to be the providers for the home so when people go against what God already set up it, doesn’t go well. (42:38)   Resources: Emotionally Focused Therapy https://iceeft.com/
• 
  Sleep Problems and Marital Stress 21.09.2026 50นาที

  Dr. Bobby Jakucs joins Doug to discuss insomnia and nightmares and their impact on marriage.   Listener questions and comments:   Monique - I have long days starting at 2 AM and ending at 9 PM so I have a lack of sleep. Is there anything I can do because I am burned out. (11:50) Dave - I am semi-retired. I feel like I am over sleeping. What should I do? (22:05) Joanne - I have a nightmare where someone is chasing me and I scream in my dream but I wake up my husband. (25:16) James - My son is going through mental issues and is taking melatonin but it’s giving him bad side effects and it’s not his favorite. What other options are there? (32:02) Frank - I fall asleep quick but I wake up every hour or so. (40:01) Rich - When I can’t sleep, I start praying the Chaplet of Divine Mercy. I fall asleep before it’s over. (42:23) Laura - Seroquel is known to cause nightmares. (44:03) Mary - I only sleep 5 hours a night and I am 73 years old. I used to work nights and I wonder if that’s ok? (46:22)     Resources:   Take Courage Resilience Center https://www.takecouragerc.com/   Catholic Therapists https://catholictherapists.com/   Catholic Psychotherapy https://catholicpsychotherapy.org/
• 
  The Possibility of Forgiveness 18.09.2026 50นาที

  Doug unpacks a case study of an impossible marriage redeemed. In his story, the wife is shocked to learn that her husband was having an affair with a “friend”. Doug also responds to an email from a man whose wife refuses forgiveness and respect. PLUS: The Friday Rant!   Listener questions and comments: Jane - One good way to go about asking a man out is through mutual friends and having a mutual gathering. (33:32)   Resources: Impossible Marriages Redeemed https://www.leilamiller.net/impossiblemarriagesredeemedpdf   https://www.amazon.com/dp/B086FS9XCW?lv=shuf&language=he&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback   Marriage Unhindered https://www.marriageunhindered.com/   Happy Marriage for Life https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/   Catholic Therapists https://catholictherapists.com/   Catholic Psychotherapy https://catholicpsychotherapy.org/
• 
  Healing from Pornography and Infidelity 17.09.2026 50นาที

  How can pornography destroy a marriage? Should a couple get married in the Church after an 11-year civil marriage? What should you do if your wife is withholding forgiveness? Doug goes to the mailbag answering these questions and more.   Listener questions and comments:   John - I have been married for several years and my wife was unfaithful. We separated physically but then got back together. Now there is a separation on my part mentally that I can’t get over. (15:37) Mary Ann - When there is someone dressed immodestly my husband doesn’t distance himself and I wish he would. (22:26) Melissa - My daughter is a hoarder and her husband yelled at her and pushed around because of it. (28:47)   Resources:   Loving Him Through Sexual Addiction https://relevantradio.com/2026/09/loving-him-through-sexual-addiction/   Marriage Unhindered https://www.marriageunhindered.com/   Happy Marriage for Life https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/   Catholic Therapists https://catholictherapists.com/   Catholic Psychotherapy https://catholicpsychotherapy.org/   God’s Plan for Your Marriage https://godsplanforyourmarriagebook.com/   10 Lessons to transform your Marriage https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01K3L7FLC?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback   Hold Me Tight https://www.amazon.com/dp/031611300X?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback
• 
  A Christian Approach to Mental Health 16.09.2026 50นาที

  Special guest Bishop Michael Burbidge joins Doug to discuss his pastoral letter, The Divine Physician and a Christian Approach to Mental Health and Wellbeing.   Listener questions and comments: Deedee - I have been in a state of spiritual complacency. Is this a spiritual or mental issue? (37:08)   Resources: The Divine Physician and a Christian Approach to Mental Health and Wellbeing https://www.arlingtondiocese.org/2026/01/20/the-divine-physician-and-a-christian-approach-to-mental-health-and-wellbeing/   El Médico Divino y un enfoque cristiano de la salud mental y el bienestar. https://www.arlingtondiocese.org/es/2026/01/20/the-divine-physician-and-a-christian-approach-to-mental-health-and-wellbeing/   Marriage Unhindered https://www.marriageunhindered.com/   Happy Marriage for Life https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/   Catholic Therapists https://catholictherapists.com/   Catholic Psychotherapy https://catholicpsychotherapy.org/   When you need to see a therapist When you are stuck Your emotions become difficult to manage Your normal life functioning is off The relationships are suffering Your normal coping methods are not working
• 
  Loving Him Through Sexual Addiction 15.09.2026 50นาที

  Dann and Roxane Aungst join Doug. Roxane discusses her reality during the 25 years of Dann’s sexual addiction.   Listener questions and comments: Maria - How do you look at your wife now? How did you overcome these emotions after such a long addiction? (22:43) Susan - Listening to this is very difficult. My daughter's husband was introduced to porn at 10 years old and it destroyed their marriage. She left him and is living with another man. Do you have any advice? (25:32) Yolanda - What you are saying is beautiful but my husband is very proud. It's still hurting us. (40:18)   Resources:   Marriage Unhindered https://www.marriageunhindered.com/   Happy Marriage for Life https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/   Road to Purity https://roadtopurity.com/
• 
  Gaining Wisdom in Marriage 14.09.2026 50นาที

  Doug shares three tips from St. Bernard on gaining wisdom and explores how to apply them to our marriages today.   Listener questions and comments: Brian - Somebody came into my life briefly and because of my life issues they left. How do I move on or get them back? (21:52) Jessica - I don’t like the way my daughter dresses or the music she likes. How do I address this tension? (25:49) Noah - I am currently living in Utah and there aren’t many Catholics. What should I do? (33:40) Allen - The Philippines are about to legalize divorce. Muslims are protesting but the Catholics seem to be silent. What are your thoughts? (37:49) Lindsey - My mom is not Catholic and my family members are convinced she will go straight to heaven. Is this true? (40:38)   Resources: Marriage Unhindered https://www.marriageunhindered.com/   Happy Marriage for Life https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/   St. Bernard of Clairvaux on gaining wisdom Give thanks and praise Go to confession Be prudent in desire and speech
• 
  Resources for Faithful Marriages 11.09.2026 49นาที

  Dr. Julia Dezelski joins Doug to discuss USCCB resources available for married and dating couples.    Listener questions and comments: Chris - When I got married, there was very little marriage preparation. This needs to be a bigger emphasis. (22:41) Walt - It seems like in modern culture it seems like children are an add-on and not the focus. Is this being addressed? (31:14) Margy - There is very little available for people getting remarried in the Church and for those who have annulments. (38:25)   Resources: Catechumenal pathways for married life – Free PDF https://www.laityfamilylife.va/content/dam/laityfamilylife/amoris-laetitia/OrientamentiCatecumenatomatrimoniale/Catechumenal%20Pathways_ENG.pdf   Catechumenal pathways for married life - Book https://www.orderosv.com/product/catechumenal-pathways-for-married-life?ga_ref_list_id=75ga_ref_list_name=Related%20Products   Happy Marriage for Life https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/   For Your Marriage https://www.foryourmarriage.org/   https://www.portumatrimonio.org/   Second marriages https://www.foryourmarriage.org/second-marriages/
• 
  Prioritizing Family Over Career 10.09.2026 49นาที

  Doug discusses an email from a woman concerned that her husband works excessively and is pressuring her to take on full-time work as well. She worries that this dynamic is harming their marriage and family life. Doug emphasizes the importance of being present for one’s spouse and children and making family a top priority.   Listener questions and comments: Josephina - My husband and I are one of the couples who work a lot. I am comparing myself to the lady from the email, but at the same time I am also a workaholic sometimes. (19:28) Matt - I work 12-15 hours a day, and I am in a courtship right now. I find that if you really love them, that sacrifice shouldn’t take that much to make it happen. I want to also say that waiting till marriage is so worth it. (23:28) Richard - My son wants to get married, and the issue we come across is that his girlfriend is Catholic, but she is not practicing. (27:49) Fernando - At what point is doing everything for her happiness not ok if I start suffering? (38:09) Rex - I worked in oil, and I was a workaholic. You are touching on a lot of issues I went through. If I could go back, I would spend more time with the family. (44:11)
• 
  United Against the Enemy’s Attacks 09.09.2026 50นาที

  Doug discusses why you won’t find Eden here on earth and also tackles emails from couples who are struggling in their marriages.   Listener questions and comments: Richard - We have been married for 16 years but every time we go to put the sheets on the bed we end in a fight. (21:19) Alex - We have been separated for a year now and my husband suffers with addiction and infidelity. I just filled divorce today. (26:00) Mary - Comment for Alex: I have a book recommendation for her. 'Marriage 911'. (43:33) Maria - I am Catholic but I deal with spiritual warfare. My daughter got married to someone with demonic tattoos all over his body and they practice witchcraft. (44:56)   Resources:   Marriage Unhindered https://www.marriageunhindered.com/   Happy Marriage for Life https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/   Marriage 911 https://www.foryourmarriage.org/blogs/marriage-911-how-god-saved-our-marriage-and-can-save-yours-too/   Questions to ask your spouse when facing divorce What’s one thing I am doing that I should stop doing? What’s one thing that I am doing that I should do more? What’s one thing I’m not doing that I should start doing?
• 
  Praying For Your Marriage 08.09.2026 50นาที

  Dr. Chris Ebberwein joins Doug to discuss his book, The Cana Rosary: A Couple's Prayer.     Resources:   The Cana Rosary: A Couple's Prayer https://www.amazon.com/Cana-Rosary-Couples-Prayer/dp/1502392232   Marriage Unhindered https://www.marriageunhindered.com/   Happy Marriage for Life https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/
• 
  Making Jesus Christ the Center of your Marriage 07.09.2026 50นาที

  Fr. Peter Armenio joins Doug to discuss marriage and spousal love from his book Highlights of the Catholic Faith.   Listener questions and comments: Josephina - I went to confession, and I was able to apologize to my husband. It opened up the world of forgiveness. (19:55) Deedee - I have been married twice, and both men are deceased. What is the Catholic position on getting married a third time? (37:07) Walter - The world we live in is so materialistic and disposable. It’s also happened in marriages. People use their spouse and then throw them away. (38:34) Angel - I was on a few weeks ago talking about my fiancé. He is a general overseas, and he has issues that are getting worse. What do I do? (44:12)   Resources: Highlights of the Catholic Faith https://scepterpublishers.org/products/highlights-of-the-catholic-faith?srsltid=AfmBOop9iajSrMyZXnB-F1IOgNAr4ds-bYR_aYazTW52vhQd5KlqrQkp
• 
  Faith, Family & Radio 04.09.2026 50นาที

  Mark Swartzberg joins Doug to discuss his conversion to the Catholic Church, family life, and his journey to Relevant Radio. Listener questions and comments: •    Brian - What are the specifics on the validity of the marriage and the sacramentality of marrying a non-Catholic? (40:28)
• 
  Overcoming Anxiety 03.09.2026 50นาที

  Catherine DiNuzzo joins Doug to discuss anxiety from a Catholic perspective. They define good vs bad anxiety, the problem of guilt, and how to manage anxiety as a Catholic.   Listener questions and comments: Jasmine - How do I fight my mind that triggers anxiety even if I’m doing okay? (10:19) Rose - I get anxiety around my kids, but I don’t want to share with my kids. What do I say? (35:21) Judy - I have had anxiety when other people are driving. What should I do? (39:59)   Resources: Sacred Heart Mental Wellness https://www.sacredheartmentalwellness.com/
• 
  Standing Against No-fault Divorce 02.09.2026 49นาที

  Are you a victim of a no-fault divorce? Today, Mary Bowen joins Doug to discuss her efforts to overturn Texas's no-fault divorce law.   Listener questions and comments:   Patrick - I went through a no-fault divorce, and my wife threatened to say 'cruel and unusual punishment,' which means she is mean to me. (23:37) Karen - This happened to me, and they called it irreconcilable differences. It feels like your spouse and court are against you. It’s been 22 years, and you feel like you made a mistake. (35:57) Steve - I want to support you, and let’s get this done in Texas! (37:50) Stan - I went through one, and I want to tell you that this should be a class lawsuit. I don’t know how you can do this on your own. (38:57) Frank - What hope do you have for people who are happily married? What signs should we look for to prevent this? (40:51) Tony - My wife alienated my daughter from me and would turn my kids against me, and now my kids are getting divorced. I am a stander as well. (45:24)   Resources:   https://www.texasnofault.com/
• 
  Rules for Relationships 01.09.2026 50นาที

  Relationship coach Rose Sweet joins Doug to discuss the foundations of good marriages.   Listener questions and comments:   Denise - My boyfriend’s best friend is a concern to me. He wants me to meet her and her husband. I feel weird about it. (9:20) Shirley - My daughter is 'Christian' but has a second marriage. The kid from the first marriage still lives at home at 34. Is my daughter putting her kids before her husband? (18:46) LeeAnn - I was in a friendship with a guy, but then he got married, and I took the hint and distanced myself from him. (25:34)   Resources:   Rules for relationships   Listen Lead Love Let go   Rose Sweet   https://rosesweet.com/
• 
  The Ultimate Marriage Advice 31.08.2026 50นาที

  Doug shares the top reasons why people get divorced and gives to ultimate advice to not just avoid divorce, but to have a great marriage.   Listener questions and comments: Ellie - Do you have any tips for when we’re struggling with something but don’t communicate it because we’re worried it might seem irrational or unfair to the other person? Sometimes that fear of how it will be perceived can stop us from communicating altogether. (26:28)   Resources: Marriage Unhindered https://www.marriageunhindered.com/   Happy Marriage for Life https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/   Why couples get divorced Poor communication Loss of trust Financial disagreements Emotional neglect (Matrimonial laziness) Unresolved conflict Changing personal goals and lifestyles   The ultimate marriage advice Plan daily prayer for and with your spouse Plan to do a good deed for your spouse every day Apologize and forgive always
• 
  Making Marriage Stronger (Part 2) 28.08.2026 50นาที

  Doug wraps up his discussion of 15 ways to strengthen your marriage and shares tips for planning 5 fun at-home dates. PLUS: The Friday Rant.   Listener question and comments: Alex - I would like to become Catholic but my wife does not and I want to know what to do. We have 5 kids. (8:25) R.J. - I could use some advice on being a grandparent. I’m going down to help my son out, and it’s been a while since I’ve been around the kids. I want to make sure I’m helpful and know how to best be there for them. (43:41)   Resources: Making Marriage Stronger (Part 1) https://relevantradio.com/2026/08/making-marriage-stronger/    Gottman Card Decks https://www.gottman.com/couples/apps/   Ways to strengthen your marriage Start with small rituals Listen like you actually mean it Schedule some fun time together Speak appreciation out loud Keep learning about each other Handle conflict without keeping score Share household responsibilities evenly Put the phone down Support each other’s interests Laugh together when life gets tense Have regular check-ins about the relationship Build a culture of compliments Create shared goals together Make physical affection a priority Celebrate milestones together   5 fun at home date nights Dance together Read poetry together Play board gmes and card games Wine and charcutarie board Make a photo album
• 
  Finding Hope in Difficult Marriages 27.08.2026 50นาที

  Monica Hinderer joins Doug to address challenging family and marriage issues, including OCD and ADHD, pornography, and infidelity. They offer guidance for navigating hurt, betrayal, and difficult relationships.   Listener questions and comments: Kate - My daughter-in-law has OCD and ADHD and is very attached to her family. (8:18) Maria - I found my husband watching porn. I don’t know what to do and I am embarrassed. (21:12) Dan - I find that withholding sex from a spouse only makes things worse when dealing with my own porn addiction. (37:49) Mary - I found out that my husband has been unfaithful before marriage and then during marriage. What should I do? (42:38)   Resources: Monica Hinderer https://www.monicahinderer.com/   Beyond Addiction: How Science and Kindness Help People Change https://bit.ly/4cKsoRU   Get Your Loved One Sober: Alternatives to Nagging, Pleading, and Threatening https://bit.ly/4xrRpd3