Finding trust in your partner and practicing grace daily within your relationship grows over time, however it must be cultivated. We are guests on Jasmine Gary’s platform, Podcasting is the New Kink sharing insightful perspectives on nurturing trust through open communication, vulnerability, and mutual respect, and creating a safe and supportive space for both partners to thrive. We explore the transformative power of offering grace in moments of conflict or challenges and forgiveness while strengthening the bond between partners.

Various stages of love, such as falling head over heels, passionate and fierce love, or a long term relationship, reflect the many emotional connections we have with our partners. Trust us, there is no playbook - but let’s get into what we have experienced through our 30+ years journey.

In this episode of the Truth & Coffee Time Podcast, we dive into the intriguing question of whether to commit, quit, or just not start a relationship. Join our charismatic and dope editor and guest, Brigz Crawford, as he shares his unique insights and perspectives on navigating today's complexities of romantic connections. Let’s get into it!

Happy Valentine Day everyone!! Giving each other time and committing to each other under the premise of "forever" are vital elements in building a strong and healthy relationship. It means being patient with each other, understanding each other's individuality, and giving each other space to grow and evolve. Ultimately, committing to each other "forever" means choosing to place your partner's needs above your own, building a foundation of trust, and creating a bond that can withstand the test of time. So with that being said, can you commit forever? Really - can you? Let’s get into it!

In this episode, we chat with the phenomenal Simone Phillips, a Baltimore food blogger and founder of Charm City Table. Simone shared with us her love for Baltimore and the black-owned restaurants that make the city such a unique and exciting food destination. Simone shares her journey as a blogger and the inspiration behind her writing, which includes her passion for food and her desire to promote local businesses in her community. From African and Caribbean cuisine to coffee, soul food and seafood, Simone highlights some of her favorite restaurants in Baltimore, while giving her perspective on what makes a Valentine date unique and special.

In this informative episode, we share invaluable tips and advice for newlyweds as they embark on this exciting chapter of their lives. We draw from our own extensive experience in our marriage to offer practical guidance on building a strong foundation while navigating the ups and downs of married life.

We come to the podcast table to shed light on common challenges faced by newlyweds and share some of our own strategies to overcome them. Whether you're a newlywed yourself or looking to offer advice to someone who is, this episode provides insightful guidance that can help couples navigate their marital journey with resilience, love, and understanding. Tune in to this episode to gain valuable insights and practical tips as your work toward a harmonious 1st year of marriage. Let’s get into it!!

The new year is here and as always this is a great time to start reflecting and evaluating your past wins, failures, and learnings.. What better way to start than to ask yourself a few strategic questions. When you ask yourself questions, you prompt yourself to think and focus your attention on past events and setting more of your priorities. When you evaluate and direct questions to yourself it sparks your brain to work toward giving yourself answers. Ask yourself these 7 meaningful questions and strive to change your focus and your life each year for the better. Let’s get into it!

Be strategic with your relationships in this New Year. Examine and evaluate your year and your relationship. Ask each other these 5 important questions, and then pick one or two things you truly want to work on. Craft your New Year intentions and Relationship purpose around your couple aspirations and design each step to better your relationship. What are those 5 questions? Glad you asked - let’s get into it!.

Hey Hey Hey! It’s vision board time but where do you start and how?! In this episode, we explore the process of creating a vision board, providing a few practical tips and guidance on how to get started. From selecting meaningful images and words to representing your goals and aspirations, to arranging them on a tangible board, and striving to not make it a stressful experiment. Let’s dive into the art of vision board manifestation and visualization. Jump start your relationship reset and get into this episode and get started with your vision board today. We got this!!

In this episode of the Truth & Coffee Time Podcast, we jump right into the significance of resetting your relationship in the new year, understanding that growth and connection are essential for a thriving partnership. We are exploring the transformative power of reflection, communication, and intentional actions that can revive and strengthen your relationship.

As you embark on a new year, remember that your relationship is important and deserves the same care and attention as other areas of your life. By taking the time to reset your relationship, reflect on the past, and set intentions for the future, you create the opportunity for growth, connection, and shared happiness. Tune in to this episode to discover practical strategies and insights that will inspire you to prioritize your relationship and embrace the transformative power of resetting in the new year. We got this ya’ll, so let’s get into it!!

Hey Hey! Dive into this episode with us as we chop it up around the differences between a mature relationship that is built on mutual respect, trust, and support versus an immature relationship that is characterized by insecurity, jealousy, competition and a lack of empathy. Let’s get into this chat as we learn how to recognize the signs of a mature relationship, and the steps you can take to develop a more fulfilling and healthy partnership.

This is such a divulging episode! We tackle the crucial topic of supporting your spouse through a traumatic job loss. Join us as we explore the emotional impact of unemployment on individuals and relationships, and discuss strategies for providing the necessary support during these challenging times. We really try to shine a light on the personal and practical effects of job loss on an individual's well-being and their self-esteem. We dive into the complexities of the situation and explore how it can truly strain a relationship if not approached and handled with care and understanding.

Listen to our invaluable insights, practical tips, and gain a deeper understanding of the positive impact a spouse's support can have on the journey towards regaining employment and finding stability.

Remember, standing alongside your spouse during difficult times fosters a stronger bond and paves the way for future resilience and growth. Join me and my sidekick lol, as we explore ways to provide the necessary support and weather the storm together.

Welcome to another episode of our personal experience told through the Truth & Coffee Time podcast! Today, we dive deep into the importance of maintaining a more respectful approach during arguments within a relationship, particularly the detrimental effects of threatening your partner with divorce. We discuss the power dynamics at play when one partner threatens divorce during an argument. We explore how it can lead to a sense of fear, insecurity, and an unhealthy balance of power, rather than fostering open and honest communication. We share our experience and explore the reasons why couples should avoid using this tactic and seek healthier alternatives.

Let's explore a better way to communicate and nurture our relationships. Join us on this journey towards healthier, more harmonious connections.

In this thought-provoking episode, we dive into the concept of role reversals in relationships and explore their impact on the dynamics of modern partnerships. We discuss the definition of role reversals, the factors contributing to their rise, and the effects they have on emotional well-being, intimacy,and relationship breakdown. Some challenges faced are internal chaos, societal unrealistic expectations and join us for another engaging discussion on relationship dynamics.

In this episode, we tackle questions & comments from other interracial couples. Having a relationship is already tricky within itself, but when you step into the interracial arena, it gets a bit more involved. Although we live in a society that's a bit more progressive, there are still areas as well as people who continue to disapprove of interracial love. They often offer comments, micro-aggressions, and questions that show their disapproval.

**Beware** Movie Spoiler Alert

We know, We know - you’re thinking, ‘who are they referring to, with this, “You People” bullcrap! Hey! It’s not what you think and it’s everything you think. We are deep diving into the recently released movie on Netflix, “You People”! This movie takes a plunge into interracial dating from all sides - color, culture, religion, beliefs, family, outside interferences, friends, and just plain ignorance about the treatment of each other's cultural lifestyles. Bonus: There are beautiful references to Nipsey Hussle throughout the movie.

If you are a budding or seasoned Entrepreneur, Brand Strategist, Designer, or Content Creator you don't want to miss this episode. Let’s Go!

What are your words for 2023? What's the one thing you want to accomplish this year? Do you have any goals? Let’s get into it!

Your questions came rolling in, so we are sharing our answers to a few of them, from our thoughts on what keeps us in love, our motivation, and our future book, to how we keep supporting each other. Also, there is some lame reference to O-H-I-O.

In this episode, Allow Us To Re-introduce Ourselves! We go back down podcast memory lane from our very 1st episode, where we share a few details of how we met and our whirlwind dating, which eventually led to a happenstance elopement. Yep!! You read it correctly - we eloped!! Ironically, we started this love match off with conversations, deep truths, and a love for coffee, which seems to have magically led us right here to you and what we do best, conversate over coffee. Thank you all for allowing us to share our Truths over Coffee!! Let's get into it!!