Married With Benefits™

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We got married because we thought we’d be better together rather than apart. So why is it so easy to feel isolated from your life-long partner? Host, author, and fellow married pilgrim, Brian Goins, tackles the relational pitfalls, from the trivial to the tragic, that move couples towards isolation rather than experiencing the real benefits that come from saying “I do.”

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  • Cliff and Beth
    One of my favorite podcasts!
    This podcast is so helpful and informative. It's my favorite marriage podcast. I always look forward to new seasons and episodes. 100/10 I highly recommend!!!
  • Marinemama03
    So good!
    Such a great podcast with so many good tips and thoughts that are given just very down to earth and have helped so much!
  • AzMcGriff5
    So relatable
    I was waiting for this season and I’m so glad it has launched! Everything is so relatable to reality that it’s hard not to believe it As you put the practices in place things really start to turn around for the better!
  • RubySue11
    So Good and insightful!
    This season is so good! Insightful! Hits right on my experience. So convicting. And practical. There are about 8 more secrets to come later but I already feel like I have so many things --that aren't that hard -- to start doing. And I am convinced these little things will make a world of difference.
  • ICarryYourHeartInMyHeart
    Focus More on Relationships, Less on Politics
    In past seasons, I’ve been so impressed and excited by the marital and relationship wisdom conveyed during the seasons, and by the thought with which Shaunti and Brian explore these topics. In season four, I’ve been disappointed by the degree to which “left” and “right” rhetoric factors into the discussions. Using this kind of politically charged rhetoric is alienating to listeners who don’t necessarily subscribe to a political “club,” and commits the religious fallacy of aligning our infinitive and eternal God with a temporal political perspective. Please, for those of us who actually want to learn about marriage, stick to the facts, the research, and the insights, and less of the charged partisan language. The efficacy of Brad’s message, especially, was significantly finished by the exclusive nature of his language.
  • Sean & Collette
    Love it!
    This has been an amazing podcast! The programs have helped our marriage intensely and we would not be couldn’t be happier.
  • writerpaintermusician
    Married with Benefits Rocks!
    Stimulating (pun intended) discussions occur when we listen to the podcast
  • Jefaud
    Listened to every episode 3 times!
    There is so much good information here. For over 10 years, I listen to dozens of podcasts every day. This is the only podcast that I listen to EVERY episode at least 3 times (season 3). The first two seasons I listened to every episode twice. Great stuff, guys! I will most likely listen again in your off season.
  • anniehendx
    DANGEROUS ⚠️
    They overuse gender stereotypes (probably for click bait) instead of speaking to their listeners as humans who share the same, basic needs. Both genders have a need for love AND respect. Both genders have sexual needs. Both genders have emotional needs. Both genders find can fulfillment in their careers. Both genders find fulfillment can find fulfillment within the home. So instead of listening to these folks, I encourage you to research the works of the Gottman institute. They give wise relationship advice and offer a more balanced presentation of what a healthy partnership looks like. And as a future warning, if you ever see someone advertising a book/podcast/etc. that implies women’s needs are different from men’s, steer clear of it and look for more balanced advice. It’s always best to ASK your partner what he/she needs, rather than assuming they have needs that are stereotypical for their gender. Peace and God’s blessings ✌️❤️
  • Soliloquy72
    Pseudoscience and promoting outdated stereotypes
    Shaunti Feldhahn calls herself a "social scientist" yet she refuses to quote any legitimate scientific research that is less than a decade old. She consistently refers to research in neuroscience that has been refuted multiples time in both better studies and in meta-analysis. Her own research surveys are full of fatal flaws. She consistently promotes outdated gender stereotypes as simply the way men and women are--while consistently ignoring differences in gender expression across time and culture. This entire podcast encourages couples to remain immature and to try and fit a mold that culture has created.
  • MJZoot
    Spot on
    I’ve listened to most of the episodes and so far they are spot on. My wife and I, in addition to our marriage group have read for men only and for women only. Shaunti and Jeff are incredibly honest, intelligent and insightful. Thank you!!!
  • dogmoka
    Driving
    What should I do when my wife wants the car all the time
  • Shannon Poore
    Might be the BEST marriage podcast out there
    Practical, funny, relatable, this is one of my very favorite podcasts and I’ve recommended it to so many people since listening. I only wish there were new episodes!
  • jneth5
    Fun listen and very insightful!
    I am very blessed by the insight and knowledge shared from this podcast. Love Brian’s sense of humor 😁 I have Shaunti’s books and oh what a blessing! Thank you all for making this podcast available to us! God’s blessing to y’all!
  • Jeff-in-OH
    Great info
    This is great info. These folks help me understand why I think the way I do. Great info and enjoyable
  • AR1014
    Excellent & Marriage Changing!
    This podcast is so well done. It’s full of useful information and guidance, and after just 3 shows, our marriage communication and relationship is already improving. Both are articulate and concise speakers who are easy to understand and follow, yet it doesn’t sound scripted at all. I hope there are many seasons to come.
  • jmt67
    Great!
    What a great series! Hope there is another season
  • photomomma1111
    Married For 2 Years
    Love, Love, Love! I hope there is going to be more! I am so happy I am learning all this information in my first couple years of marriage. I read the “For Girls Only” book when I was in high school so this is an awesome reminder to listen to during marriage.
  • sarainhouston
    Great podcast!
    Are there going to be anymore episodes?
  • 2nd rodeo
    Why is he so interested in sex
    This episode really helped me. I don’t think I understood the magnitude of my husbands desire and need for sex. I’ll admit, I don’t always like that his deepest need requires so much of me mentally and physically but I now understand and that makes it a little easier.
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