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The State of Our UnionS3 Ep21 - "Everyone is fine....."This week, Gavin and Amalie chat about what it's like when kids have growth spurts, new hobbies during COVID-19, and they have some thoughts on how to talk about promise ring wearers.
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2020-03-2544 minThe State of Our UnionS3 Ep20 - "You sound old, You look old..."This week, Gavin and Amalie discuss the disruptions that come along with coronavirus, Rory bumps his head (again), and Gavin has an "old man moment."
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2020-02-2642 minThe State of Our UnionS3 Ep16 - We are BACK!Gavin and Amalie make their not so triumphant return to podcasting after a 6 week hiatus. This episode serves as a quick catch up of the events of the past few weeks!
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1. Family Update
2. Did you notice?
3. The Talk - The hardest parts of being apart
4. Mom Musing
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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAoa6fKg1F4G7PdDvlbRPeg2020-01-0858 minThe State of Our UnionS3 Ep14 - Rise of Skywalker Review! + Texas!This week, Gavin and Amalie review The Rise of Skywalker! They also chat about their trip to Texas as well as take a fun look back at 2019. Gavin forgot to edit out the Video Exclusive fun at the end, Enjoy!
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1. Family Update
2. Dany's 5th Birthday Party
3. The Talk - 2019 Year in Review
4. Dad Musings
2019-12-1849 minThe State of Our UnionS3 Ep12 - "I did not put my child in a choke hold."This week, Gavin and Amalie have a bit of a mental breakdown as their oldest child turns 5 years old. Mariana makes a huge mess and we play a dangerous game with Rory. Check out our Facebook and Instagram!
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1. Family Update
2. Maraina's big mess
3. The Talk - We own a 5 year old.
4. Mom Musing2019-12-1136 minThe State of Our UnionS3 Ep11 - "The best Black Friday shopping anyone has ever done."This week, Gavin and Amalie take some time to chat about this wonderful time of year. They talk some Thanksgiving, some Friendsgiving and of course some craziness from the children.
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1. Family Update
2. Stop giving parenting advice
3. The Talk - Simplify your life
4. The Mandalorian - Spoiler Free Review
5. Mom Musing2019-11-2056 minThe State of Our UnionS3 Ep9 - "Hopefully that stops before he is a teenager."This week, Gavin and Amalie chat about how breaks effect kids going back to school, disrespect from the younger generation, and Mariana is learning by observation. Also some strange white stuff is falling from the sky... facebook.com/GuldenApple or Instagram @GuldenApple
1. Family Update
2. How breaks from school effect kids 3
3. The Talk - Okay Boomer
4. Dad Musings2019-11-1339 minThe State of Our UnionS3 Ep8 - "I'm a rare woman, I don't need to be the talker!"This week, Gavin and Amalie discuss what it is like to experience Halloween in a new town. Gavin hears some music on the radio that confirms he is an old man, and Dany makes an interesting decision.
1. Family Update
2. Halloween in a New Town
3. The Talk - Relationships in Music vs Real Life
4. Mom Musing 2019-11-0646 minThe State of Our UnionS3 Ep7 - "Follow the bouncing balls......"This week, Gavin and Amalie kick off Halloween by talking about Halloweens past, and their hopes for the kids. Duluth Trading company has an interesting advertisment, and Mariana takes a special kind of nap. All that and more on today's show! Tune in for the Live Recordings on Monday nights on our YouTube channel! https://youtu.be/V6vs2Q7SMdo
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Facebook.com/GuldenApple2019-10-3032 minThe State of Our UnionS3 Ep6 - "Does buttface come back in a jet pack?!"This week, Gavin and Amalie talk about their struggles in getting their kids to behave in public. Amalie has a rough Sunday, and Star Wars releases The Rise of Skywalker Trailer! Live recordings come to YouTube next week!2019-10-2344 minThe State of Our UnionS3 Ep5 - "He was just contemplating his manhood..."This week, Gavin and Amalie walk you through the stages of dating and marriage that they have experienced, with some great stories along the way. Rory sings some interesting songs, and Gavin comes up with a Revolutionary Parenting Idea! All that and more on this week's episode!2019-10-1643 minThe State of Our UnionS3 Ep4 - "This would not get a G Rating today"Gavin and Amalie keep it short and sweet this week. After a long night and the kids not wanting to go to bed, this couple shares some ups and downs from the past week.
1. Family Update
2. All Dogs Go To Heaven
3. Old McDonald is a Sheep Farmer
4. Dad Musing2019-10-0226 minThe State of Our UnionS3 Ep3 - "We made a horrible mistake!"This week, Gavin and Amalie wrap up their discussion on moving a family from one place to another. This time, they focus on the toll it takes on the family, the good and the bad.
1. Family Update
2. Popsicle Pleasantries and Mud Pie Madness
3. The Talk - The Toll a Move Takes on a Family
4. Mom Musing2019-09-2548 minThe State of Our UnionS3 Ep2 - "Only the US Postal Service can find you!"Episode two of Season 3 is here! Gavin and Amalie discuss what it is like to pack up your whole life and move it to a different state. This week also includes a discussion on how technology may ruin sleepovers! Check it out!
1. Family Update
2. Technology vs Childhood
3. The Talk - Moving Week
4. Dad Musing2019-09-1837 minThe State of Our UnionS3 Ep1 - "God would never charge this amount"Gavin and Amalie are back to kick off Season 3 of The State of Our Union! After a very eventful summer, this couple is excited to get back into the swing of things and fill you in on some of the craziness!
1. Family Update
2. Being a SAHD isn't Sad
3. The Talk - Buying and Selling
4. Mom and Dad Musings2019-09-1141 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep36 - "So snooty-falooty..."This week, Gavin and Amalie discuss going to the theater, why kids are so well behaved when their parents are gone, and Amalie hears the hard truth. Tune in June 8th for the live finale!
1. Family Update
2. Dressing Up for the Theater
3. The Talk - Child Behavior away from Parents
4. Dad Musing2019-06-0546 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep35 - (Fart Noise)....Hello Jedha!This week Gavin and Amalie catch everyone up on the craziness that has been the last few weeks. Plus Amalie discovers the origins of Man Flu!
1. Family Update
2. The Talk - When your baby is hospitalized
3. Mom Musing2019-05-2959 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep34 - "We are so punk rock."This week, Gavin and Amalie discuss how common illnesses effect the family, a commercial they actually like, and the craziest thing that happened this week!
1. Family Update
2. The Craziest Thing that Happened this Week - Hover Soccer
3. The Talk - Kids and Illness
4. Dad Musing2019-05-0829 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep33 - "I wish I didn't sound like a pubescent boy..."This week, Gavin and Amalie discuss Tucker's naughtiness, more garbage on TV and the difficulties of the drive-thru.
1. Family Update
2. Tucker's Assessment
3. Drive Thru Madness
4. Dad Musing2019-05-0127 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep32 - The Easter ButterflyThis week, Gavin and Amalie discuss the secular vs the religious, Easter weekend, and eating all the kids holiday candy.
1. Family Update
2. Holiday Candy
3. The Talk - Secular vs Religious Holidays
4. Mom Musings2019-04-2441 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep31 - "Georgia should sue!"This week, Gavin and Amalie talk about more of the terrible stuff polluting the internet, Amalie gets angry, and Tucker runs away again.
1. Family Update
2. Anger Amalie - Esquire's Horniest Emojis
3. The Talk - Parenting vs Friending your child
4. Tucker is a problem-child
5. Dad Musings2019-04-1752 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep30 - "The Pro"dog"al Son Returns!"This week, Gavin and Amalie discuss all of the thought and planning that goes into naming a child and how it feels when your kid tells you they don't like their name. Also speech development and TV these days is gross!
1. Family Update
2. Rory = Lassie
3. The Talk - The difficulty of naming children
4. Seeking Sister-Wife
5. Mom Musing2019-04-1054 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep29 - "It should be cheap... its not!"This week, Gavin and Amalie discuss the intricacies of being a dance parent, schedules for dates and kids, and of course April Fools Day!
1. Family Update
2. Super Scheduling the Kids
3. The Talk - Dance Parenting
4. Scheduling Dates
5. Dad Musings2019-04-0353 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep28 - "A watermelon going through a bagel."This week, Gavin and Amalie discuss the effect screen time has had on the family, Amalie hates on a celebrity, plus the craziest thing that happened this week!
1. Family Update
2. The Craziest Thing that Happened this Week
3. The Talk - Screen Time
4. Baby Bump - Cardi B
5. Mom Musing2019-03-2759 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep27 - "You THOUGHT you were having car trouble."This week, Gavin and Amalie get back to talking about improving your relationship. They discuss communication techniques, house shopping and gratitude.
1. Family Update
2. House Hunting Part 2
3. The Talk - Tip #4 Refresher
4. Schedules For All
5. Dad Musing2019-03-2045 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep26 - "I didn't want to have a ditch baby or be a news story."This week Gavin and Amalie return after the arrival of their new daughter! They talk about how this labor and delivery was different from the last few as well some postpartum myth busting!
1. Family Update
2. How siblings react to a new baby
3.The Talk - Labor and Delivery Differences
4. Postpartum Myth Busting
5. Mom Musing - Postpartum Depression2019-03-1352 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep25 - "I'm was just the mom, nobody told me anything"This week's show was recorded right before Gavin and Amalie's new daughter arrived. They outline what the final moments of pregnancy are like from labor to delivery to holding your newborn.
1. Family Update
2. Man Flu at 49 Weeks
3. What your Water Breaking is really like
4. The Talk - What Labor is really like
5. What a Newborn is really like
6. Dad Musings2019-03-0652 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep24 - "She could be named 'Oz'!"This week, Gavin and Amalie try out some "Guaranteed" pickup lines, give another clue on Baby #4's name and Amalie rants about flour.
1. Family Update
2. Baby Bump - Last minute prep & Name Clue
3. The Talk - Guaranteed Pickup Lines
4. Mama's Kitchen - Flour
5. Dad Musing2019-02-2044 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep23 - "Haircuts cost money and we own scissors."This week, Gavin and Amalie discuss haircuts, Valentines Day, and the differences in raising boys and girls.
1. Family Update
2. Haircuts for Kids
3. The Talk - Raising Boys vs Raising Girls
4. Baby Bump - Braxton Hicks
5. Mom Musings2019-02-131h 05The State of Our UnionS2 Ep22 - "It's not like an ugh, it's like an rrrrRRRR!!!!"This week, Gavin and Amalie discuss how big stressors can affect not only young kids but also your relationship. Three more weeks until baby, and the return of ASMR!
1. Family Update
2. Home Improvement
3. The Talk - Dealing with Big Stressors
4. Emotional Content Warning
5. Dad Musings2019-02-0649 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep21 - "It will become a real name once we use it."Gavin and Amalie take some time to discuss a serious topic that has been in the news lately. This week they tackle abortion, the March for Life and some of the recent abortion law changes across the US.
1. Family Update
2. Winter Weather Driving Dynamic
3. The Talk - Abortion, The March for Life, and More
4. Baby Bump - Pre-full Term and Baby Name Clues!
5. Mom Musing2019-01-3053 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep20 - "It's definitely in my top 4 seasons."This week Gavin and Amalie take some time to examine their relationship with the Relationship Attachment Model, chat about Rhogam, and climb Clothes Mountain!
1. Family Update
2. Clothes Mountain
3. The Talk - RAM Time
4. Baby Bump - Rhogam
5. Mom Musings2019-01-231h 00The State of Our UnionS2 Ep19 - "We were worried this segment would put Am into labor."Gavin and Amalie have some big announcements to make on today's episode! They discuss the latest cleanliness crazy and Gavin struggles to shop at Target.
1. Family Update
2. Bed Upgrade
3. Tidying Up Review
4. Never Said it Before...
5. Dad Musings2019-01-161h 01The State of Our UnionS2 Ep18 - The Holiday Wrap-Up Show!Gavin and Amalie return from their winter break after a whirlwind holiday season. This week they go through all of the crazy stories from Christmas and New Years!
1. Family Update
2. Potty Breaks on Christmas
3. Getting the Shaft
4. Christmas Tree Down
5. New Toys vs Old Toys
6. Dad and Mom Musings2019-01-0953 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep17 - "Mariana got in a fight with an escalator."This week Gavin and Amalie talk about taking the kids out Christmas shopping as well as some of the creepier parts of the internet.
1.Family Update
2. Emotional Content Warning - ASMR
3. Shopping with the Kids
4. Mariana v. Escalator
5. Dad Musing2018-12-1952 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep16 - "I did not have a 5th Birthday"This week, Gavin and Amalie talk about how they make birthday parties special without blowing out the budget!
1. Family Update
2. Breaking out the Fine China
3. Making Birthdays Special
4. No 5th Birthday
5. Mom Musing2018-12-1245 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep15 - One More Day and Two Baby Names LeftThis week Gavin and Amalie put up the Christmas tree and discuss all of the stress that comes along with!
1. Family Update
2. Adventures in Education
3. Christmas Tree Stress
4. Baby Bump - Gestational Diabetes
5. Mom Musing2018-12-0552 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep14 - "Potato soup sucks, let's be honest."This week, Gavin and Amalie discuss how they handle the holidays as a couple.
1. Family Update
2. The Craziest Thing that Happened This Week
3. Scheduling the Holidays
4.Mini Talk - Couple time
5. Mama's Kitchen
6. Dad Musing2018-11-2849 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep13 - Solidity is actually a word...This week Gavin and Amalie stumble into the murky territory of talking about your exes. Plus they try not to die of natural gas poisoning! Contribute to the show by joining the Facebook page and filling out the Google Form!
1. Family Update
2. Craziest Thing that Happened This Week
3. Talking about your Exes
4. Home Improvement
5. Mom Musings2018-11-2147 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep12 - "The Naked Show"This week, Gavin and Amalie talk about modesty and some of the ridiculous nakedness that has happened over the last week.
1. Family Update
2. Dany's Craziness
3. How to teach modesty
4. Mari's Craziness
5. Dad Musing2018-11-1443 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep11 - "Her tongue was blue, she had no explanation..."On this week's show Amalie and Gavin discuss proposals, tell their own story and talk about the stereotypes surrounding them. Check out our Instagram for all the pictures, and fill out our form to contribute to the show!
1. Family Update
2. Reusing names
3. Proposal Story
4. Baby Bump
5. Mom Musings2018-11-0749 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep10 - "The fish lamp is a famliy heirloom."On this week's show, Gavin and Amalie talk about what it is like to decorate for the holidays with kids in the house! Make sure to check our Instagram @GuldenApple for all the pictures!
1. Family Update/Amendments
2. Taking threats too far
3. Home decorating with kids
4. Mama's Kitchen - Baked Nachos
5. Mom/Dad Musings2018-10-3136 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep9 - "Clown Cars Welcome Here"This week, Gavin and Amalie discuss a disturbing article from the United Nations, along with a few light hearted segments.
1. Family Update
2. Handicap Stickers
3. United Nations Report
4. Baby Bump
5. Emotional Content Warning
6. Dad Musings2018-10-2438 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep8 - "You don't like my singing? You don't get a song!"This week Gavin and Amalie talk about what happens after the kids go to bed... ooh la la!
1. Family Update
2. Preschool Homework
3. How we wind down
4. Kid Insults
5. Mom Musing2018-10-1743 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep7 - "Nobody's peeing in the sink..."Gavin and Amalie have a big announcement this week after finding out the gender of their newest child! This week's big talk focuses on the decision they made to place family ahead of money.
1. Family Update - Gender Reveal!
2. Parental Mortification
3. Family Before Money
4. Dad Musing2018-10-1037 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep6 - "What do you have against potatoes?!?"This week Gavin and Amalie discuss the Pros and Cons of breaking even on daycare expenses. Not to mention lots of other fun segments!
1. Family Update
2. Home Improvement
3. Pros and Cons - Paying for Daycare
4. Emotional Content Warning
5. Mom Musings (Part 1&2)2018-10-0350 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep5 - "I just peed myself..."Gavin and Amalie are back to talk about pregnancy, illness and more all the fears they have as their kids grow up!
1. Family Update
2. Parental Mortification
3. Fears as Parents
4. Baby Bump
5. Dad Musings2018-09-2754 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep4 - "It's massive, it's heavy, it's thick"This week's show is all about making your life simpler! Some things Gavin and Amalie do may help simplify your life, others may just be lessons they learned for you. Below you will find a list of topics for the show, we hope you enjoy!
1. Family Update
2. One Car Household
3. The Talk - Grocery Planning and Budgets
4. Mama's Kitchen - Muffins in a Minute2018-09-1949 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep3 - "You're making me look really bad..."This week is jam packed with more marriage insights and funny stories from Gavin and Amalie. We hope you are enjoying the new format for the show and hope you will give us a rating wherever you are listening to this!2018-09-1247 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep2 - "I'm a Judgey McJudgerson"This week Gavin and Amalie show you the two very different sides of taking your children out in public. It can be so beneficial but you have to be prepared for anything! Some excitement in the family update this week as well as a near death experience while on vacation! Contribute to the show and join the family on our facebook page at facebook.com/GuldenApple/.2018-09-0549 minThe State of Our UnionS2 Ep1 - "What's one more hole?"This week brings a fresh sound to the podcast! Amalie and Gavin have decided to shake things up introducing new segments and adding new sounds to liven up the show. If it's cheesy, let us know. If you love it, let us know! Join the family at facebook.com/GuldenApple/ or shoot us an email at the.guldenapple@gmail.com. Follow our Instagram @GuldenApple!2018-08-2937 minThe State of Our UnionPerpetually PregnantGavin and Amalie are excited to bring you a new episode with a huge announcement! That is right, baby No. 4 is on its way! A new YouTube video is available for you to watch our official announcement and the link can be found on our facebook page facebook.com/GuldenApple/. You can also check out all of the pictures and updates on our Instagram @GuldenApple today!2018-08-2248 minThe State of Our UnionHow to Talk to Your Kids About DeathIn this week's episode Gavin and Amalie discuss their process for helping their kids understand the concept of death. This discussion can help prepare you if you must attend a funeral while your children are young. This week's family update includes a trip to the farm, new decorations around the house, and a family reunion! Check out all the pictures on Instagram (@GuldenApple) and join us on Facebook.com/GuldenApple/ for more discussion!2018-08-1528 minThe State of Our UnionMoving For MarriageOn this week's show, Gavin and Amalie sit down with their good friends Colt and Taylor to discuss their first year of marriage and how they came together. From internet dating to moving across the country, their unique perspective is sure to intrigue you! Check out our facebook page for community discussion at facebook.com/GuldenApple/ and be sure to follow our Instagram @GuldenApple for pics and videos throughout the week!2018-08-0840 minThe State of Our UnionRoad Trip TipsSummer time means vacations, and that means its time to get the kids in the car and hit the road! Traveling with young children can be hard, so Gavin and Amalie talk about what they like and hate about road tripping. Tips for improving your road trip are sprinkled throughout and the family update involves a big purchase! Check out our Instagram @GuldenApple and join the conversation on facebook.com/GuldenApple/2018-08-0145 minThe State of Our Union5 Big Tip Wrap Up ShowThis week's episode is a short recap of the last five shows explaining Gavin and Amalie's 5 Big Tips for a Successful Marriage. Definitely check out each of the previous episodes for an in depth look at these tips which will definitely help your marriage succeed. Check out our crazy life in pictures by following @GuldenApple on Instagram and join our facebook page at www.facebook.com/GuldenApple/2018-07-2528 minThe State of Our UnionTip #5 Love is a ChoiceGavin and Amalie have reached the final tip in their 5 Big Tips for a Successful Marriage. Tip #5 "Love is a Choice" is the most important tip of all, but encompasses all of the previous tips. Not much has happened since our last family update, so this one is jam packed with content we hope you'll enjoy! Check out our Instagram @GuldenApple and join the conversation on facebook.com/GuldenApple/2018-07-1849 minThe State of Our UnionTip #4 Talk About ItThis week's episode takes us to Tip #4 of our 5 Big Tips. Gavin and Amalie encourage you to talk about everything with your significant other, from the food you buy to what you want your retirement to look like and everything in between. This week's family update includes Rory's first birthday as well as Tucker's mania at the family cabin. Check out @GuldenApple on instagrams for all the pictures and join the discussion on facebook.com/GuldenApple/2018-07-1152 minThe State of Our UnionTip #3 Find Your RopesGavin and Amalie continue their 5 Big Tips with Tip #3 Find Your Ropes! This was a very fun podcast to record and is something that will easily strengthen any relationship. The family update this week involves Gavin in a local charity event, Rory starting to walk, and everyone having fun at the pool! Check out our Instagram for all the pictures @GuldenApple and join the conversation on facebook.com/GuldenApple/2018-07-0439 minThe State of Our UnionTip #2 Men Are StupidThis week's episode continues the "5 Big Tips" and this time, Gavin and Amalie are helping you understand how the male brain works. That's right ladies, men are stupid. Make sure to check out our previous episode, Women Are Crazy, to get the other side of the story! This week's family update is all out the fun of going to a wedding with young children. Check us out of Instagram (@GuldenApple) and on facebook.com/guldenapple/2018-06-2737 minThe State of Our UnionTip #1 Women Are CrazyThis week on "The State of Our Union" Gavin and Amalie start discussing their "5 Big Tips". These next 5 episodes are the whole reason Gavin and Amalie started this podcast and they kick it off in a big way. WOMEN ARE CRAZY! Hear all about what that means and how best to approach it. This week's family update is all about Father's Day and all of the fun that was had with family down at the lake. Check out Facebook by searching The State of Our Union or by going to facebook.com/guldenapple/ .2018-06-2048 minThe State of Our Union5 Year Wedding Anniversary SpecialIf you missed this week's livestream on Facebook.com/GuldenApple/ we took the liberty of recording the audio for your listening pleasure. On this week's episode, Gavin and Amalie discuss some of the things they would change about their wedding if they could go back in time. The family update is all about what could have been for the kiddos, and the craziness that went down instead. Check out our Instagram page @GuldenApple for daily updates on our crazy family!2018-06-1342 minThe State of Our UnionThe Future of the ShowThis week's episode of "The State of Our Union" is a bit different. The family update encompasses all three of the kids as well as some excitement over the weekend for Amalie and some future excitement for Gavin. Gavin and Amalie will celebrate their 5 year anniversary on Friday, so tune in to hear how you can celebrate with them! Make sure you like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/GuldenApple and take a look at our Instagram @GuldenApple.2018-06-0638 minThe State of Our UnionReunited and if feels so awkward...On this episode of "The State of Our Union" Gavin and Amalie discuss going to a high school reunion for the first time as a married couple. For the person who didn't go to that school, things can get a bit awkward. You know nobody, you are in a totally new place, and everyone seems to know who you are. What could go wrong!? Amalie and Gavin's tips should help you avoid some of the mistakes they made!2018-05-3041 minThe State of Our UnionThe Child You ChooseThis week's episode of The State of Our Union is all about Gavin and Amalie's oldest child, Tucker Watson. This lovable fur ball was a great practice child and provided plenty of great stories for the couple to tell. The family update this week details the family's Mother's Day mishaps and good times. Check out all of the pictures on Instagram and Facebook by searching @GuldenApple or The State of Our Union!2018-05-2340 minThe State of Our UnionResponsible PartyingAmalie and Gavin do their best to fix last week's recording to bring you their thoughts on partying as a parent. The audio quality isn't the greatest this week, but hopefully the content is enough to keep you engaged! The family update is all about May the Fourth and Cinco De Mayo, along with some potty training problems. Are you a parent who parties? Where do Amalie and Gavin fall in the partying spectrum? Let us know on Instagram (@GuldenApple) or on Facebook by searching The State of Our Union!2018-05-1639 minThe State of Our UnionRAM BamThis week on The State of Our Union, Gavin and Amalie hit a technical issue and are forced to rerecord on the fly. This week's inspiration comes from www.lovethinks.com and their Relationship Attachment Model (RAM). This tool helps couples gauge their relationship based on 5 key aspects, and Gavin and Amalie walk through how you can RAM with your own spouse! Check out The State of Our Union on Facebook and @GuldenApple on Instagram!2018-05-0947 minThe State of Our UnionRoutine Parenting (TM)On this week's episode of "The State of Our Union", Gavin and Amalie discuss how essential routines have become in their parenting. From wake-up to bedtime, following a schedule helps get this busy family through the day. Gavin gets a firm scolding about the bachelor party he attended in this weeks family update, and you may hear some ice cream being eaten... it was quite the day! Check out "The State of our Union" on Instagram @GuldenApple or on Facebook by searching Gulden Apple or The State of Our Union!2018-05-0242 minThe State of Our UnionLies Couples TellOn this week's episode Amalie and Gavin give their thoughts on a recent article that they found on Snapchat. Things get a little sassy/salty in this episode, but it's all in good fun! This week's family update revolves around the high school prom, and Tucker makes his usual interruptions. Quick disclaimer that there are minor details about Amalie and Gavin's sex life (19:05-22:55), so fair warning, Mom and Dad!2018-04-2547 minThe State of Our UnionHome Alone with ThreeIn this week's episode, Amalie and Gavin discuss the ups and downs of being apart. Those listeners who spend a lot of time traveling for work or who are in the military will have a special understanding of this episode. Gavin and Amalie fill the audience in on Mariana's birthday party and hope you take a look at her awesome home made birthday cakes! Check out all of the pictures @GuldenApple on Instagram!2018-04-1848 minThe State of Our UnionFamily MargaritasIn this episode, Gavin and Amalie explore what it was like blending their two unique families into one grand family. Amalie struggles with basic counting and simple math, while Gavin is actually sitting in the snow in a small tent... Better listen to the podcast to find out what's really happening with The State of Our Union.2018-04-1131 minThe State of Our UnionDear Complete Stranger,In this week's podcast, Gavin and Amalie reminisce about four (or five) awkward situations involving strangers and their three children. They also discuss the social "rules of engagement" for interacting with young children and their parents in public. And Amalie gets real about being the awkward, inappropriate stranger once...2018-04-0435 minThe State of Our UnionAmalie 58 - Gavin 42: Keeping ScoreOn this week's episode, Gavin and Amalie take a look at one of the biggest downfalls to relationship; keeping score. Does your partner never seem to help out? Are you keeping score in your relationship? Amalie and Gavin talk about their experiences with keeping score about the chores, parenting and relationship nuances and give some of their best practices on how to avoid it! This week's family update is all about Tucker, the puppy mascot of The State of Our Union.2018-03-2842 minThe State of Our UnionThe Dating Game or The Dating LamesIn the seventh podcast of The State of Our Union, Gavin's youngest sister, Kylie, educates the couple about the current realities of dating including Tinder, children, divorce, and the hard discussions. This serious topic doesn't stay serious for long thanks to Kylie's light-hearted approach.2018-03-2139 minThe State of Our UnionWatch Yo Mouth!In this week's episode, Gavin and Amalie discuss some of the Do's and Don't's of talking with your children. They also examine some of their strategies for building language and vocabulary with their own children. This week's family update includes a peek into the mind of a three-year-old, as well as a few shout outs to the listeners! Check out "The State of Our Union" on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GuldenApple and on Instagram @GuldenApple.2018-03-1436 minThe State of Our UnionI'm Married to My Best FriendIn this week's episode we tackle the big question - Did you marry your best friend? Sure you might tell people yes, but really think about it... Amalie and Gavin run down the past month's illnesses in this week's family update, and this episode even features Amalie's lovely singing voice! Check out our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/GuldenApple and our Instagram @GuldenApple !2018-03-0728 minThe State of Our UnionPros and Cons - Having kids close togetherThis is part two of Amalie and Gavin's "Pros and Cons" series, this time exploring the benefits and struggles of having children in quick succession. Hear about Amalie's run in with the police in this week's family update, and find out what awkward way Gavin chooses to close out this weeks show!2018-02-2833 minThe State of Our UnionPros and Cons - Being a Young ParentThis is the first of our "Pros and Cons" series where Amalie and Gavin discuss their personal views and experiences of having kids at a "young" age. Plus they give a quick family update featuring a clip from their wild 3 year old! Next week: Part 2 of this episode! Check out the Facebook page at facebook.com/guldenapple/ to answer this week's question - When did you start having kids and how did it affect your parenting? What are your pros and cons?2018-02-2122 minThe State of Our UnionValentine's Day - Our (least) favorite holidayAmalie and Gavin are back to talk about this day about looooove. We discuss our first date/valentines day, gender roles and dating rules, as well as anticipation for Valentine's Night (oo la la). Hope to hear about your Valentine's Day on our Facebook page! facebook.com/GuldenApple/2018-02-1427 minThe State of Our UnionWho are we and why are we doing this?Amalie and Gavin take the opportunity to introduce themselves and share their vision for the future of The State of Our Union. Amalie recently lost her voice, so her sultry tones help lure in a new audience.2018-02-0822 min