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lovejames PodcastSeason 3 - Episode 8: Life & Business PartnersLet's get married, build a house, buy a business and have a baby all at the same time!
This season we are talking with couples from all over who have been married for various different lengths of time. These are all couples that we've journeyed with in some way or another, and we want you to hear from them about what's really real when it comes to being married. We'll discuss their greatest marital challenge, how they are working to overcome it and what they've learned about themselves and about marriage.
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In...2021-04-0345 minlovejames PodcastSeason 3 - Episode 7: Love & BasketballLet's bet on us.
This season we are talking with couples from all over who have been married for various different lengths of time. These are all couples that we've journeyed with in some way or another, and we want you to hear from them about what's really real when it comes to being married. We'll discuss their greatest marital challenge, how they are working to overcome it and what they've learned about themselves and about marriage.
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In this episode, we talk to Sherelle & Justin
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Send in a...2021-03-2736 minlovejames PodcastSeason 3 - Episode 6: Just learn to like each other"It is not a lack of love, but a lack of friendship that makes unhappy marriages." – Nietzsche
This season we are talking with couples from all over who have been married for various different lengths of time. These are all couples that we've journeyed with in some way or another, and we want you to hear from them about what's really real when it comes to being married. We'll discuss their greatest marital challenge, how they are working to overcome it and what they've learned about themselves and about marriage.
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In this ep...2021-03-2037 minlovejames PodcastSeason 3 - Episode 5: Patience & Forgiveness.mp3Patience is a virtue but be quick to forgive.
This season we are talking with couples from all over who have been married for various different lengths of time. These are all couples that we've journeyed with in some way or another, and we want you to hear from them about what's really real when it comes to being married. We'll discuss their greatest marital challenge, how they are working to overcome it and what they've learned about themselves and about marriage.
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In this episode, we talk to Liz & Greg aka...2021-03-1347 minlovejames PodcastSeason 3 - Episode 4: Learn & UnlearnMarriage is as much about learning as it is about unlearning.
This season we are talking with couples from all over who have been married for various different lengths of time. These are all couples that we've journeyed with in some way or another, and we want you to hear from them about what's really real when it comes to being married. We'll discuss their greatest marital challenge, how they are working to overcome it and what they've learned about themselves and about marriage.
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In this episode, we talk to Noni &...2021-03-0648 minlovejames PodcastSeason 3 - Episode 3: Push & PullCan you compromise?
This season we are talking with couples from all over who have been married for various different lengths of time. These are all couples that we've journeyed with in some way or another, and we want you to hear from them about what's really real when it comes to being married. We'll discuss their greatest marital challenge, how they are working to overcome it and what they've learned about themselves and about marriage.
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In this episode, we talk to Rochelle & Chris
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Send in a voice message...2021-02-2737 minlovejames PodcastSeason 3 - Episode 2: Beauty & The BeastAre you a beast???
This season we are talking with couples from all over who have been married for various different lengths of time. These are all couples that we've journeyed with in some way or another, and we want you to hear from them about what's really real when it comes to being married. We'll discuss their greatest marital challenge, how they are working to overcome it and what they've learned about themselves and about marriage.
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In this episode, we talk to Monique and Kyle.
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lovejames PodcastSeason 3 - Episode 1: Rice & PeasWelcome (back) to the lovejames Podcast! This season we are talking with couples from all over who have been married for various different lengths of time. These are all couples that we've journeyed with in some way or another, and we want you to hear from them about what's really real when it comes to being married. We'll discuss their greatest marital challenge, how they are working to overcome it and what they've learned about themselves and about marriage. On this episode, we talk to Lisa and Andre.
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lovejames PodcastSeason 2 - Episode 8: Why Did I Get Married?It's an important question that we are really only thinking about 11 years later. We're inviting you to ask yourself and your spouse this question also. And, if you're not married yet, we're giving you the scoop on what we think is the ONLY reason that you should ever get married. Curious? Hit play and let's talk! Talk back to us through email (podcast@thejameses.ca), Facebook (lovejames Podcast), or Instagram (@formorelovejames).
Stay in love.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lovejames/message2020-10-1600 minlovejames PodcastSeason 2 - Episode 7: Money MattersWe've all heard the stats. Finances, and arguments about money are one of the most consistent leading causes of divorce and marital stress and failure. So, we're sharing our perspective with you on this major issue. As always, we're sharing some of our personal experiences and views, with the hope that something we say is helpful. Don't forget to talk back to us through email (podcast@thejameses.ca), Facebook (lovejames Podcast), or Instagram (@formorelovejames).
Stay in love.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lovejames/message2020-10-1300 minlovejames PodcastSeason 2 - Episode 6: Family MattersOn this episode we discuss the positive and negative role that can be played by your family of origin, and the boundary line in between those two roles. We share some of our own personal experiences with each other's parents, and the strategies we employ as a couple to stay within the boundary.
2020-09-2547 minlovejames PodcastSeason 2 - Episode 5: True Partnership (Anniversary Special)On this episode of lovejames, we're reflecting on the last eleven years together, the years preceding those eleven years, some lessons learned, and the difference between a relationship and a true partnership.
Connect with us on social media @formorelovejames | lovejames podcast. Email us at podcast@thejameses.ca2020-09-1245 minlovejames PodcastSeason 2 - Episode 4: God and Marriage w/Rev. Marva TyndaleThis week we sit down with Reverend Marva Tyndale to discuss faith, and the role of God in marriage. Rev. Tyndale, or “auntie Marva” as we call her, has been a great support for us from the beginning of our own marriage. We hope her words also encourage you.2020-09-0452 minlovejames PodcastSeason 2 - Episode 3: #BigFightWhy do we assume that having knock-down, drag-out fights is a natural and even necessary part of being married? I mean, sure, we will disagree, but can we disagree productively? On this episode, we share our fight history, and what we've learned from it.
Disclaimer: On the lovejames podcast, we talk about love. Abuse is not love. It is one person in a relationship having power and control over the other person. The strategies we discuss for resolving conflict and working through the challenges of relationships assume that both people are willing and well-meaning. If you are in an abusive...2020-08-2845 minlovejames PodcastSeason 2 - Episode 2: Are you self-aware?In season one (episode 2), we talked about doing a whole episode on self-awareness. Well, here it is! Self-awareness is defined as "conscious knowledge of one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires." We'll talk about some of our own personal definitions of self-awareness, but more importantly, why we believe it is critical to great relationships.
Don't forget to talk back to us. Let us know your thoughts and perspectives on the topic!
Disclaimer: On the lovejames podcast, we talk about love. Abuse is not love. It is one person in a relationship having power and control...2020-08-2143 minlovejames PodcastSeason 2 - Episode 1: Let’s talk about compatibility.In the era of COVID-19, we’re hearing that lots of couples are feeling the burn of having to be locked down together. Is this highlighting previously ignored issues around compatibility? We explore this idea and talk about what compatibility means, how to assess it and how to create it! Yes. You can create compatibility. Take a listen.2020-08-1447 min
Tristan Barrocks Presents Story Over EverythingJuli-Anne James-SOE-02-001Juli-Anne is a Senior Communications Consultant at a global wealth management firm. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree with special honours in Marketing from York University.Born in Edmonton, Juli-Anne grew up in Saint Lucia, where her family originates from. Her family has a long history of business success and a deep commitment to building their family legacy.Drawing on her experiences as a wife, mother of three, all-around creative, and Communications Consultant, she adds fresh perspective to life’s everyday situations. She is passionate about seeking wisdom for herself and others, and helping to refine the mi...2020-05-011h 04lovejames Podcastlovejames - Episode Eight: The Singles Episode part 2PART TWO: By popular request--the singles episode! We sit down with two twenty-somethings to get a sense of what it's like to be single in today's environment. Danielle and O'Shane share their perspectives and their questions, and we end up recording two whole episodes. Take a listen and tell us what you think about these two.2020-04-031h 11lovejames Podcastlovejames - Episode Seven: The Singles EpisodeBy popular request--the singles episode! We sit down with two twenty-somethings to get a sense of what it's like to be single in today's environment. Danielle and O'Shane share their perspectives and their questions, and we end up recording two whole episodes. Take a listen and tell us what you think about these two.2020-03-271h 05lovejames Podcastlovejames - Episode Six: CommunicationWe hear it all the time--"communication is everything". It's good advice I suppose--but what is communication really? In this episode, we talk about issues of communication and trust. Take a good listen and see if you recognize yourself anywhere at all in this conversation.
Disclaimer: On the lovejames podcast, we talk about love. Abuse is not love. It is one person in a relationship having power and control over the other person. The strategies we discuss for resolving conflict and working through the challenges of relationships assume that both people are willing and well-meaning. If you are in an...2020-03-201h 03lovejames Podcastlovejames - Episode Five: Karen & ChrisThis week, we chat with Karen and Chris. They bring their unique experience and perspective to the discussion about what it takes to make a great relationship. How much of a role does your upbringing play? How does human evolution shape our behaviour in relationships? How realistic are your expectations? And does faith play a role? We discuss all of this and more as we explore this crazy little thing called love!
Disclaimer: On the lovejames podcast, we talk about love. Abuse is not love. It is one person in a relationship having power and control over the other person. T...2020-03-1355 minlovejames Podcastlovejames - Episode Four: RespectLauryn Hill said “it’s just a minimum” and Aretha Franklin was only asking for a little. This week on the podcast we’re talking about respect.
Not just respect on the surface level, but we discuss how nurturing deep respect for your spouse can serve as a safeguard for your relationship. We also explore how easily and silently respect can slip away. As always, we welcome your thoughts and comments.
Disclaimer: On the lovejames podcast, we talk about love. Abuse is not love. It is one person in a relationship having power and control over the other person. The strategi...2020-03-061h 02lovejames Podcastlovejames - Episode Three: Natanya & TristanThis week, we are chatting with a guest couple--Tristan and Natanya Barrocks. September 2020 will mark their 10th year of marriage and they stop in to share their thoughts about what the journey of marriage has been like for them so far.
Among other things, we discuss the notoriously precarious first year of marriage, and boy, do these two have a really interesting story to share about that!
You'll laugh, and hopefully learn something through their experience. We are definitely glad they stopped by. Be sure to encourage them by commenting, emailing, sharing, liking, waving, poking, snapping, tik tok-ing and whatever el...2020-02-2857 minlovejames Podcastlovejames - Episode Two: CapacityCan You Stand The Rain? Are You That Somebody? How Deep Is Your Love? How Will I Know?
In this week's episode, we discuss the quality of capacity. What it is, why it's important, how you can assess it, and why and how you can work to build it so that your relationships can be stronger.
Disclaimer: On the lovejames podcast, we talk about love. Abuse is not love. It is one person in a relationship having power and control over the other person. The strategies we discuss for resolving conflict and working through the challenges of relationships assume that b...2020-02-2157 min
lovejames Podcastlovejames - Episode One - Just a little introductionWe are Juli-Anne and Andrew James. A couple of bold, eternal optimists who believe in old school love. We don't have all the answers about love and marriage, but through this podcast, we hope to share perspective with you that will help inspire healthy growth and evolution in your relationships. We've been married for 10 years, known each other for 18, and counseled couples into and through marriage. We've put in some hours. On top of all of that, our parents have been married for a combined total of 98 years and counting!
Here's to the start of our...2020-02-1443 min