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Shameless LeadershipJessie Artigue and Gerard Brown: Foster Parents And Child Free By ChoiceGerard + Jessie Pepper have been partners in crime since 2005. Their relationship started over a clean pile of laundry, and now they dish about life, love and how to keep from losing your mind on a podcast called Marriage Is Funny. Gerard loves his day job as a financial actuary, and Jessie continues to build her career as a lifestyle expert and online brand at StyleAndPepper.com. They enjoy preaching and speaking whenever possible, are always happiest while hosting friends and family in their home, and love being enthusiastic pet-parents to a rescue pup named Sadie Mae.Listen...2020-03-1150 min
Scaling UpJuggling Marriage + Business with Marriage is Funny Hosts Jessie + GerardIf you’re catching this one in real time, it is Valentine's week and it's coming in hot! I thought it would be the perfect time to talk about all things love. We're going deep and talking specifically about how to pursue your purpose and calling in business while maintaining a strong relationship with your spouse or your significant other. Sometimes it can feel like a tall order to manage it all. It's way too easy to put the people that we love most on the back burner because we take for granted the fact that we th...2020-02-1047 min
Struggle Well School#223: Marriage is Funny with The PeppersDo you love to storm out when you’re fighting with your spouse? Maybe get a good door slam in and draw things out a bit? Conflict happens. Especially with those partners we love so much and that’s exactly what we’re talking about today with The Peppers.
Gerard Brown and Jessie Artigue launched the now popular ‘Marriage is Funny’ podcast just two days after a serious discussion about divorce. Four years later, they credit the health of their connection to a podcast community that developed in response to the radical vulnerability they bring to their listeners...2020-02-0356 min
The Binge FactorPodcasting Your Funny Marriage: Creating Content Using Your Personal Life With Jessie Artigue of the Marriage is Funny Podcast (Podfaded)Using your personal life in producing content is far from revolutionary, but it can be difficult. There are so many things to consider: your family, friends, work, among a host of other things. Besides being a style expert with experience in fashion, beauty and lifestyle, Jessie Artigue co-hosts the podcast Marriage Is Funny to help encourage modern couples across the world. Pulling on her experience with her podcast together with Tracy Hazzard, Jessie guides you towards finding your sweet spot in terms of mining your personal life as material for the content you create. Let the content you create...2020-01-2851 min
Marriage Is FunnyAsking For Help Is Not Everyone's Cup Of TeaThe Season Eight Finale is here and Jessie + Gerard are using it to uncover the truth about why it’s ok to admit when your marriage isn’t perfect. Tune in for more details about our Grounded Marriage Summit and in the meantime, we’re wishing you a Merry Christmas and very Happy New Year!2019-12-3133 min
Love or WorkMarriage is Funny and More | Jessie Artigue + Gerard BrownWe're kicked off the 2019 holiday season, and today, we are hearing from Jessie Artigue and Gerard Brown, the hosts of the Marriage Is Funny Podcast. Gerard is an Actuary + Bi-Vocational Pastor, and Jessie is an On-Air Host + Creative Entrepreneur. The Marriage Is Funny Podcast was created out of the need for accountability in their relationship. Make sure you for two things: 1) listen for their laundry tips 2) hear them out on why fighting isn't so bad in marriage!http://www.meetthepeppers.com/Welcome to the Love or Work Podcast, hosted by Andre Shinabarger (Physician Assistant, Grady...2019-12-021h 03Marriage Is FunnyEnvelopes Are The Safest Place To Keep All Your CashThe Peppers are pulling back the curtain for a behind the scenes look at their latest budgeting woes. As they give a debrief of episode from their recent interview with The Vreelands (Ep 101), you’ll hear them using financial goals and an “abundance mindset” as they try to whip their bank account(s) into shape. Want to learn more about growing together in Great Love? Join us at the Grounded Marriage Summit we’re hosting in Long Beach next February! With expert speakers and authentic Mexican food in the heart of Southern California, we promise it will be an eve...2019-11-2137 minMarriage Is FunnyBuilding A Budget Is Tough Unless Both Partners Are On BoardThis week, we’re joined by our friends Lauren + Jeremy Vreeland! They recently paid off OVER 230K dollars of debt and we have enlisted their help with some of our own (less-noble) budgeting woes. Whether you’re looking for financial clarity OR wish your spouse would quit bugging out about your spending habits, these two have tons of insight and we are SO ready to learn the magic of their ways. Meanwhile, do you want to grow a relationship that’s rooted in Great Love? Join us in Long Beach for the Grounded Marriage Summit in Feb 2...2019-11-191h 07Marriage Is FunnyAlways Save Your Best Stories For An AudienceCelebrating a BIG milestone on Marriage is Funny this week! We’re 100 episodes in and that means we’ve got plenty of stories to show for it. Tune in for a look back at how starting a podcast has saved our marriage and be sure to join in the discussion over in our private facebook group. Meanwhile, are you looking to grow a relationship that’s rooted in Great Love? Join us in Long Beach for the Grounded Marriage Summit in Feb 2020! Head to our site for more event info and click right here to support the show...2019-11-1346 minMarriage Is FunnySometimes Fighting Fair Means Walking Out The DoorJessie + Gerard are sharing an exclusive debrief about their recent interview with marriage experts Les + Leslie Parrott. (Be sure to get the backstory in Episode 98 before you listen!) Hear about how we’re putting their advice into practice, and come share your thoughts about healthy conflict over in the MIF facebook group. Want to learn more about growing together in Great Love? Join us at the Grounded Marriage Summit we’re hosting in Long Beach next February! With expert speakers and authentic Mexican food in the heart of Southern California, we promise it will be an event that...2019-11-0730 minMarriage Is FunnyIt's OK To Take A Time-Out Every Now And AgainThis week, we’re joined by marriage experts and co-authors Les + Leslie Parrot! They are the brains (and hearts!) behind the Better Love marriage assessment, and this week we’ve enlisted their help with how to approach conflict in a healthy way. These two have massively shifted our perspective when it comes to fighting fair and you’ll love this episode if you want an excuse to send your partner to their room. Meanwhile, are you looking to grow a relationship that’s rooted in Great Love? Join us in Long Beach for the Grounded Marriage Summit in Feb 20...2019-11-0535 minMarriage Is FunnyIntimacy Is Easier When All The Chores Are CompleteJessie + Gerard share a “sexy” debrief about their recent interview with friends Ron + Morgan Day Cecil. (Listen to Episode 96 for the backstory!) The result is an honest conversation about pursuing sex and intimacy in a healthy way, and if you’re interested in our new approach just head to romanceandadventure.com for details. To hear more from The Cecils and their deep well of wisdom, be sure to join us at the Grounded Marriage Summit that we’re hosting next February! Ron + Morgan will be speakers at the upcoming event, and we promise it’ll be an experience...2019-10-3133 minMarriage Is FunnySaying No To Sex Is Not The End Of The WorldThis week, we are joined by friends Ron + Morgan Day Cecil! They are the creators of a movement called Romance + Adventure and we have enlisted their help with our ongoing and sometimes wobbly quest for intimacy. Whether you’re seeking a deeper connection OR trying to wiggle your way out of a back-rub (ahem) these two are experts when it comes to heartfelt connection and we are SO ready to learn the magic of their ways. Meanwhile, do you want to grow a relationship that’s rooted in Great Love? Join us in Long Beach for the Groun...2019-10-2959 minMarriage Is FunnyIt Is Harder To Delegate Than To Do The Tasks YourselfJessie + Gerard are sharing some behind-the-scenes thoughts on the recent interview with The Shinabargers and the result is a conversation filled with stories they’ve never told before on the show. Andre + Jeff are fellow podcasters and the duo behind a show called Love or Work. Make sure to tune in to episode 94 to get the backstory before you listen! Here’s the Dish: G shares more about giving up on professional ministry. J causes some bristling with her masculine energy. The Peppers share an upcoming chance to find great marriage mento...2019-10-2429 minMarriage Is FunnyYour Partner Is Not To Blame For Unused Vacation DaysThis week, we’re joined by Andre + Jeff Shinabarger! They are the hosts of a podcast that is aptly named “Love or Work” and we’re excited to get their advice about what it looks like to pursue both values at the very same time. Whether you’re trying to build a bookcase together or running a full-blown company with your spouse, these two are teaching us that healthy communication is at the heart of it all. Be sure to check out their show and come say hey on IG while you listen: @meetthepeppers + @loveorwork! Meanwhile, do you want to...2019-10-2254 minMarriage Is FunnyEvery Marriage is Better With A Little MediationA marriage in isolation is a difficult place to thrive. The Peppers are back for Season Eight of the podcast, but this time they’re enlisting the help of some very wise friends! Tune in to hear about the upcoming episodes and find out how to attend the Grounded Marriage Summit in 2020! Tickets are going live TODAY and the early bird price is available until November 1st. Act now to hold your spot because space is limited and it’s going to be FUNNNNNNN. Don't forget - visit GroundedMarriage.com for all the details. 2019-10-1607 min
Master Your Mind, Business, and LifeCultivating Great Love and Personal Style with Jessie ArtigueThis week’s episode is where Fashion meets Marriage. If you’re thinking “how the heck do the two go together?” don’t even worry your pretty little self, cause we make it happen!
Today’s guest is Jessie Artigue. Jessie has been an on-air host for brands such as Vogue, Better Homes and Gardens, and Good Morning America; she has personal style blog, and a top rated podcast that she runs with her husband called Marriage is Funny.
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2019-09-1843 minMarriage Is FunnyRule 092 | Every Couple Needs At Least One JackassThis week, we’re learning that ideas are like rabbits... Leave them alone for five minutes and you’ll have way more than you bargained for. Jessie’s enormous pile of topics is causing a log-jam and it’s going to take a miracle (or a bonfire) to burn through the logistics of daily life in an effort to reconnect. We may be breaking the rules of our usual podcast format, but it’s taken us back to the original roots of this show. Do you want to grow a marriage that’s rooted in Great Love? Join us...2019-08-0751 minMarriage Is FunnyDon't Show Up To Your Anniversary Empty-handedThis week, we’re hashing out the meaning and the messes behind our recent anniversary gifts. Gerard makes a strong impression with something silky and then Jessie (accidentally) breaks his heart with a failed scavenger hunt. Thanks to Grounded (our Marriage Summit!) for making this episode possible. ♥︎ Click right here to join us in Long Beach on Feb 20-22, 2020 and head to our site for more info about how to support the show! QUICK BITES: We stand by our warning about Summer weddings (and backsweat). The backstory about our flower failure is bloom...2019-07-3155 minMarriage Is FunnyThere's A Thin Line Between Word Play and Foreplay The Peppers have a long history with their favorite game show, but now they’re ready to take it to the next level by becoming official contestants. Jessie may know her way around a dictionary, but Gerard is the strategic gambler of the family. They both agree that Wheel of Fortune makes great background music for dinner, but weeknight quality time feels like a prize all on its own. Thanks to Ritual + Native Deodorant for making this episode possible. ♥︎ Click right here to learn more about our podcast partners and head to our site for more in...2019-07-241h 05Marriage Is FunnyBackyard Jungles Are Not Meant To Be TamedThe Peppers are discussing backyard security after a raccoon tries to sneak in their bedroom window and an army of ants sets up camp in the kitchen. Tune in as they make a defense plan against household pests and the corresponding (stinky) antics. Thanks to Noom for making this episode possible. ♥︎ Click right here to learn more about our podcast partners and head to our site for more info about how to support the show! QUICK BITES: Didn’t catch our past convos about Jessie’s ubiquitous Mercy Curse? You can catch up by liste...2019-07-1745 minMarriage Is FunnyKeep Your Shoes Close And Your Flashlight CloserThe two recent earthquakes in Southern CA have kept The Peppers on their toes. A rumbling house has led Jessie to believe that they’re living on a fault line, while Gerard realizes that growing up in California didn’t really teach him very much about earthquakes. Relaxing on the 4th of July was interrupted by Jessie’s voice from upstairs AND the house shaking beneath their feet. (Verdict is still out on which of the two events might have caused the other to occur.) Tune in as they navigate the ins and outs of emergen...2019-07-101h 01Marriage Is FunnyIllegal Fireworks Are Always OverratedSummertime certainly has it’s pros and cons, but The Peppers try to balance each other out while they cover the nitty-gritty. We’re celebrating the holiday with a special episode of the show and be sure to follow along on IG to see the real-time action from our festive neighborhood this week! Thanks to Cove for making this episode possible. ♥︎ Click right here to learn more about our podcast partners and head to our site for more info about how to support the show! QUICK BITES: Jessie loves: Bae Days! Sand coasters, pool floa...2019-07-0340 minMarriage Is FunnyMedicine Cabinets Make Great Housewarming GiftsThe Peppers recent move has majorly shifted ownership of the bathroom-counter real estate. Gerard is ready to revamp his grooming routine and is willing to accept help with the hair on his head AND his face. Meanwhile: Jessie wants straightening trays, but Gerard is concerned that it will drain their bank account. After having braces for nearly a decade, it seems like her little chompers should be as straight as they come. Finally, The Peppers discuss how investing in personal appearance can be balanced out by the other ways that they both save (or spend...2019-06-261h 09Marriage Is FunnyA Scratch On Your Suitcase Is The Sign Of A Good AdventureThis week, The Peppers are trying to decide on colors AND quantities of their impending suitcase purchase(s). Jessie learns that Gerard is QUITE generous with his gift-giving, but certainly much stingier with his exit row on an airplane. Tune in for a lively recap of our latest listener-vacay to Mexico and we’ll send bonus points to anyone who can find us the bubbly water (and silk pillowcase) that we sadly left behind. We had SO much fun in the live FB hangout last week, so we’re doing another post-game recap on Wednesday, June 19th at 6p...2019-06-191h 04Marriage Is FunnyNever Shove A Metal Object Into A Hot MicrowaveThe Peppers have been living with Jessie’s family for five weeks, and let’s just say there are many reasons why they’re happy to finally be “pushed” out of the nest. There are plenty of pros and cons about having parental roommates but no matter how you slice it, the abundance of quality time takes the cake. We had SO much fun in the live hangout last week, we’re doing another post-game recap sometime this weekend! We’ll post it on instagram when we pick a date and time, and be sure to join the fa...2019-06-1255 minMarriage Is FunnyThe Grass Is Always Greener On The Other Side Of The StreetIn what could possibly be known as the longest-shortest move of all time, The Peppers have now (nearly) landed in the house across the street. This week they learned that leaving in a hurry is less than ideal, but that nothing says “home” like a block full of generous neighbors. There was SO much to say in the Season 7 premier, so we’re hosting a live post-game recap on Wednesday, June 5 at 5pm PT! Tune in to FB for some exclusive deleted scenes and in the meantime, get excited for the Marriage Summit that we announced for Spring...2019-06-051h 09Marriage Is FunnyNothing Says Summer Like Popsicles And Pepper MargsYou’ve waited long enough for the newest season to arrive… This episode is a (very) quick recap of what we’ve been up to since December. Plus: don’t miss the official invite to celebrate our 4th “pod-iversary” with popsicles + Pepper Margs on Saturday! Quick Bites: The rumors are sadly true… earlier this year we had to pack up and move! We can hardly believe that Marriage is Funny turned four this week. Listen to our first episode for a throw back and be sure to stick around for the party deta...2019-05-3007 min
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2019-05-071h 13Marriage Is FunnyAlways Prune Your Bushes Before A Big Party This episode features an in-depth look at The Pepper’s end-of-year traditions. Jessie is on the fence about their big epiphany party plans next month but Gerard has ulterior motives because he loves her festive cooking. Pruning the garden happens in conjunction with pruning our calendars for 2019 and both can be painful if you don’t keep an eye out for the thorns. Thanks to PrepDish + Zola for making this episode possible! Click right here to learn more about our sponsors and head to our site for more info about how to support the show. 2018-12-201h 11Marriage Is FunnyTalking Things Out Can't Fix Broken FurnitureWhether it’s broken furniture or the deconstruction of someone’s faith, The Peppers always try to take an approach that is as forgiving as possible. Thanks to PrepDish, Minted + Songfinch for making this episode possible! Click right here to learn more about our sponsors and head to our site for more info about how to support the show. QUICK BITES: Sadly, our annual end-of-the-year purge resulted in a heartbreaking smash of broken glass. Curious about what the broken table might sell for? Prepare to have your jaw drop open here...2018-12-121h 37Marriage Is FunnyDon't Forget To Have Your Thing CheckedJessie is concerned about the health of the family car while Gerard is wishing that she’d buck up and take care of it herself. With additional hardware issues to solve at home, the Peppers admittedly have some tech troubleshooting to do. Thanks to PrepDish, Songfinch + our own Great Love Goods for making this episode possible! Click right here to learn more about our sponsors and head to our site for more info about how to support the show. QUICK BITES: A quick read for anyone who is curious about the epic downfall of...2018-12-051h 05Marriage Is FunnyStay Away From Unmarked Bottles of Hot SauceThe Peppers are finally whipping up some homemade hot sauce for their neighborhood Christmas gifts this year. Gerard wants to invent his very own recipe and Jessie is having deja vu about the last time they took a stab at it. Once you listen to this week’s show, be sure to check out the launch of our latest project called Let’s Taco ‘Bout God! Thanks to PrepDish + Songfinch for making this episode possible! Click right here to learn more about our sponsors and head to our site for more info about how to support the show.2018-11-2850 minMarriage Is FunnyAlways Keep A Plunger Within Arms ReachA special episode of Marriage is Funny where The Peppers talk all about houseguests… having them, being them + what to do when they take over your lives from now until January 1st. Gerard + Jessie give some helpful tips when it comes to managing expectations, and making your home a great place to host guests. Thanks to PrepDish, Minted + Follain or making this episode possible! Click right here to learn more about our sponsors and head to our site for more info about how to support the show. QUICK BITES: The Peppers have simplified th...2018-11-211h 04Marriage Is FunnyThings Fall Apart When Priorities Get Out Of PlaceThe Peppers decide to go rogue by getting serious and breaking some rules. Gerard claims that his full plate has left no room for quality time, while Jessie admits that she’s been craving connection amidst a dry spell. This episode is a very honest look at how to (barely) survive a difficult season of marriage. Thanks to PrepDish, Minted + Follain or making this episode possible! Click right here to learn more about our sponsors and head to our site for more info about how to support the show. QUICK BITES: Jump way ba...2018-11-141h 30Marriage Is FunnyMystery Is Meant To Keep Marriage AliveJessie accidentally hops on the “true crime” bandwagon and Gerard agrees that some of their media consumption is concerning. In this episode, The Peppers discuss everything from sex to drugs to murder, so you may not want to listen with your kids in the room.2018-11-0759 minMarriage Is FunnyAll Is Fair In Love And PoliticsWe’re talking about politics and it’s just in time for the midterm elections. Facebook-Gerard is glad to be back but Uncensored-Jessie is unsure about his arrival. Social media may cause a sense of split-personalities but apparently, it’s even harder to for these two to agree on important condiment decisions as a family. Thanks to PrepDish + Season for making this episode possible! Click right here to learn more about our sponsors and head to our site for more info about how to support the show. QUICK BITES: It’s high time to revis...2018-10-3156 minMarriage Is FunnyVenting Is The Best Way To Let Out Hot AirThe Peppers discuss the distinct value of having a group of friends who can love you despite the occasional need for an honest debrief. Gerard asserts that drinking scotch with dudes makes a great backdrop for discussing scripture* while Jessie agrees that having close friendships are a key element to the pursuit of Great Love. Their conversation proves that gender stereotypes do not matter when it comes to communication and despite some overanalyzing, the two learn a ton from completing the full-loop together. *No confidentiality codes were harmed in the making of this episode. Thanks...2018-10-241h 07Marriage Is FunnySympathy Pains Can Lead To Sympathy ProblemsThis week, Gerard + Jessie learn that sympathy pains can extend from partner to partner, as well as from person to pet. Appliance anxiety causes destruction at Casa de Pepper and the whole family is shocked that no one actually got shocked. Depression isn’t always easy to talk about, but it’s important to tell your spouse how you feel for the sake of boosting the overall (mental) health of the marriage. Thanks to PrepDish, Thrive Market + Amazon for making this episode possible! Click right here to learn more about our sponsors and head to our site for...2018-10-171h 14Marriage Is FunnyYour Memory Might Not Be As Strong As You ThinkThis week, The Peppers learn that it’s hard to claim accuracy if you can’t quite remember the details. Gerard admits to correcting Jessie more than he should and Jessie admits that she only exaggerates when it’s truly necessary. Thanks to PrepDish, Thrive Market + RXBAR for making this episode possible! Click right here to learn more about our sponsors and head over to our site for more info about how to support the show. EXTRA NOTE: We are donating all of the profits from this episode to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America. Feel fre...2018-10-101h 17Marriage Is FunnyFancy Knives Make Happy WivesThe Peppers are spicing things up in the kitchen while also trying to save up for some serious upgrades. Jessie insists that cooking shows are what keep her feeling inspired and Gerard admits their new diet is improving his cooking and his confidence! Thanks to PrepDish, Casper + Amazon for making this episode possible! Find out more about our amazing sponsors right here. QUICK BITES: Gerard wants Jessie to be a contestant on Masterchef, but Jessie fears that her baking insufficiencies (among other things) will prevent her from making it to the first...2018-10-0357 minMarriage Is FunnyBeware of Summer Anniversaries + Back SweatWe’re finally back and SO excited to start podcasting again! Look out for the official launch of Season Six on October 3rd, and help us spread the word by telling your friends!2018-09-1209 minMarriage Is FunnyAn Irish Goodbye Is The Best Way To Leave a PartyThe Peppers begin to realize that one of them is a party animal and the other one usually tries to sneak out early with an Irish Goodbye. Jessie tries to explain her fitness-overdose to Gerard, but she ends up feeling both physically and emotionally tender. (So, of course this means we're talking about it.) Ps. - Want to come on vacation with us? We’re headed to Mexico with some of our favorite listeners, and you can find all the info at greatlovegetaway.com! QUICK BITES: Gerard brings up a new social trend...2017-12-291h 07Marriage Is FunnyAn Audio Christmas Card From The PeppersMerry Christmas + Happy Holidays from your favorite podcasting duo! We love you guys and we'll be back with a full new episode before the end of this year. ♥️ QUICK BITES: Jessie's festive "bobsled cocktail" recipe can be found here. Follow our holiday antics on instagram while we're away. Get involved with the show by checking out the t-shirts and letterpress prints in our shop! Try episode 23 if you like rollerblades and episode 38 if you are particular about the proper way to hold hands. Gerard's least favorite episode involves the story of how he split his pants on vacation. Jessi...2017-12-2008 minMarriage Is FunnyNever Underestimate The Power Of A Primetime DramaThis week, The Peppers try to decide which room of the house is best for watching tv, eating dinner, making love + falling asleep (in no particular order). Gerard claims that more pixels will keep him awake while they snuggle, and Jessie spins her wheels trying to decode their varying personality types. Ps. - Want to come on vacation with us? We’re headed to Mexico with some of our favorite listeners, and you can find all the info at greatlovegetaway.com! QUICK BITES: We talked about our TV watching habits back in Episode 44 and...2017-12-141h 19Marriage Is FunnyCoffee Is The Best Way To Ground Your Morning RoutineJessie unlocks the key to manipulation by taping a magazine tear to the front of the fridge. Now the Peppers are considering a brand new brewing contraption and Gerard’s recent facial hair makes him the perfect candidate for a Chemex. Neither partner can decide on the best approach to pest control, but Jessie's recent spider run-in is causing some extra urgency. Don’t forget that we’ll send you a letterpress printwhen you post a shout out to social media... just make sure to use the tags @meetthepeppers / #marriageisfunny and send us the screenshot before the end of 2...2017-12-0644 minMarriage Is FunnySpontaneous Combustion Is No Laughing MatterJessie admits her anxiety around family holiday dinners + Gerard begins to realize that both Peppers have far too much on their plates. Don’t forget that we’ll send you a letterpress print when you post a photo to social media with the tags @meetthepeppers / #marriageisfunny but just make sure to send us the screenshot before the end of 2017! Ps. - Want to come on vacation with us? We’re headed to Mexico with some of our favorite listeners, and you can find all the info at greatlovegetaway.com! QUICK BITES: Jessie is s...2017-11-291h 09Marriage Is FunnyAlways Start A New Season By Clearing Out The GarageThe Peppers have opposing feelings about their favorite winter drinks, but both are highly averse to Christmas music that plays before December. Jessie tries to rally for a “pre-decoration purge” but her motives come to light when she claims the garage as her future Season Headquarters. Don’t forget that we’ll send you a letterpress print when you post a photo to social media with the tags @meetthepeppers / #marriageisfunny but just make sure to send us the screenshot before the end of 2017! Ps. - Want to come on vacation with us in April? We’re headed to...2017-11-2249 minMarriage Is FunnyA Unified Marriage Makes The Best Goal Line DefenseThis week, Gerard is working overtime while Jessie decides to leave him in the dust on her next device upgrade. The Peppers try to be strategic about stress management skills, but all of the football metaphors are really upping their game. Don’t forget that we’ll send you a letterpress printwhen you post a photo to social media with the tags @meetthepeppers / #marriageisfunny and just make sure to send us the screenshot before the end of 2017! Ps. - Want to come on vacation with us? We’re headed to Mexico with some of our fav...2017-11-1552 minMarriage Is FunnyBabies Take Way More Work Than PodcastsStill no plans to have kids of our own, but that doesn’t mean we can’t put our (amateur) parenting skills to good use. Jessie gives Gerard a pep talk while he processes his emotions, and we both resolve to be better about arguing with generous amounts of grace. Join us in April for the next Great Love Getawayand we'd love to hang out with you online while you listen! QUICK BITES: Looking for the backstory on our parenting status? Ep 40 is where we dig in to the personal decision that we get...2017-11-0856 minMarriage Is FunnyIt Only Takes One Spouse To Change A LightbulbJessie admits to a birthday wishlist that is “dirtier” than most, and Gerard is determined to wiggle out of cleaning the house. Conflict bubbles up from the home management department and both Peppers decide to toss the “honey do’s” straight into the compost pile. We love hearing what you think about the show... Leave your feedback on iTunes, and find out how to support the podcast right over here! QUICK BITES: Jessie’s birthday wishlist is dirtier than most... Does composting count as a normal (earth-friendly) way to celebrate another year on the pla...2017-11-011h 08Marriage Is FunnyGetting Away Creates Space For Great LoveWe’re back for Season Five with lots of fun stuff to tell you! First -- tune in for a BIG announcement about our next Great Love Getaway in Puerto Vallarta, and then head to our vacation page to find out how to join us on the trip. This week’s show is a story-filled recap of everything we learned on our anniversary trip to Morocco, Spain + Portugal in September. Adventure lovers will learn from our silly mistakes and seasoned travelers will laugh at all the ridiculous blunders... A must-listen for anyone who missed our insta-stories and is dyi...2017-10-2555 minMarriage Is FunnyMIF056.mp32017-06-2251 min
Raise Your Hand Say Yes with Tiffany HanEp. 136: Jessie Artigue on Shifting SeasonsThis week's episode is a deep dive into the reality of business change, following your dreams, and doing big scary things with Jessie Artigue of Style and Pepper as she's in the midst of launching her new clothing line Season on Kickstarter. Before we started recording, Jessie told me that she wanted to get into the dirt of change and creative risk and so we went there! We talk about knowing you need to make a change - even when everything looks really good on paper, how to deal with anxiety, the problem with hustle, and what it...2017-04-111h 39
The Perfect WifeTPW 10.0 | Jessie Pepper Waves Goodbye (for now!)Tune in for a quick recap of The Perfect Wife podcast miniseries, and you’ll hear about what’s next for Gerard + Jessie Pepper. Don’t forget that we LOVE it when you say hello on social media while you listen: I’m @styleandpepper on all the channels and it makes my whole day to know when you’re tuning in! Make sure you’re subscribed to the feed wherever you listen to your favorite shows, and If you’re enjoying the series, please leave a 5-star review and share this podcast with a wife that you love!2016-12-1700 minThe Perfect WifeTPW 09.5 | Jessie Pepper, The Creative WifeThis episode is a quick recap of my chat with Jamie Ivey from Episode 9.0. Her words were so inspiring, and here are some of the things that have been on my heart since we talked: + No one is completely immune to temptation, but loving each other well looks like trusting our partner instead of constantly trying to be good enough for them to stay. + Time to resurrect our (nearly non-existant) "date nights" with a few creative ideas, and Jamie has inspired me to sprinkle some romance into my typical quality time with Gerard....2016-12-1500 minThe Perfect WifeTPW 09.0 | Jamie Ivey, The Happy WifeJamie Ivey and Jessie Pepper chat about everything from quality-time at breakfast to being really clear about clean underwear expectations. In this episode you’ll hear about: Pulling weeds. Husband’s are hot when they have their hands in the dirt. If you’re not familiar with this epidemic, ask him to do some light yardwork and you will be thanking us later. Adoption as a way to open your eyes to the world. Jamie explains how her experience with growing a family has been one of the ways that her eyes became more open to the wor...2016-12-1400 minThe Perfect WifeTPW 08.5 | Jessie Pepper, The Daydreaming WifeThis episode is a quick recap of my chat with Whitney English of Episode 8.0. Her words were so inspiring, and here are some of the things that have been on my heart since we talked: + Speaking our shame out loud is so much better than letting it burrow down deep inside of us. So far, this is the only way I have come up with to stop the meanie monsters from sounding true, and it really does prevent them from clouding out the beautiful reality we’re actually meant to believe. + I was intri...2016-12-1300 minThe Perfect WifeTPW 08.0 | Whitney English, The Fun WifeWhitney English and Jessie Pepper chat about everything from awkward halloween costumes to honest conversations about commitment. early bird specials. how to work your parents for a free dinner. In this episode you’ll hear us talk about: Making your man work for it. Whitney led her husband David on a hot pursuit for her hand in marriage. He almost let her get away, and the potential regret was what finally made him get serious. Letting your past impact the present. Things we have said and heard and done are what lay the foundation fo...2016-12-1200 minThe Perfect WifeTPW 07.5 | Jessie Pepper, The Scrappy WifeThis episode is a quick recap of my chat with Krizia Liquido of Verily Magazine. Her words were so inspiring, and here are some of the things that have been on my heart since we talked: + Resentment takes a long time to heal! + Having a safe word is a great way to diffuse a fight. + Sharing the reality of our relationships drags the shame out of the darkness, and it simply cannot live out here in the light. Don’t forget that I LOVE it when you say hello on...2016-12-1000 minThe Perfect WifeTPW 07.0 | Krizia Liquido, The Kuma WifeKrizia Liquido and Jessie Pepper chat about everything from relocating your family to wondering if you may have picked the wrong person to marry. (Spoiler alert: This last one does NOT mean you’re busted.) In this episode you’ll hear us talk about: First date mistakes. Being late. Using a fancy driver. Buying dinner with a Groupon. Relocating your family. Whether it’s moving across the country or all the way to a new continent, the process of picking up your life and starting fresh somewhere new can be a challenge on any relati...2016-12-0900 minThe Perfect WifeTPW 06.5 | Jessie Pepper, The Chatty WifeThis episode is a quick recap of my chat with Monica Swanson of The Grom Mom. Her words were so inspiring, and here are some of the things that on my heart since we talked: Could journaling could have notable impact on the communication between my husband and myself? Differing communication styles are actually a gift, but I still need to find a way to be efficient amidst the grace. Body-image struggles are hard enough when you go it alone, but finding ways to let G know this part of my heart could h...2016-12-0800 minThe Perfect WifeTPW 06.0 | Monica Swanson, The Hard-Working WifeMonica Swanson and Jessie Pepper chat about everything from grappling with your weight to being a mom to four handsome little grommets. In this episode you’ll hear about: Getting a rough start. Living with God’s grace to get you through the reality of past relationships. The tough parts make you grateful for the really good parts, and being able to share your story with others can be such an impactful way to encourage couples that you care about. Being a mom to four boys. Keeping energy focused on your marriage, and trying to be graci...2016-12-0700 minThe Perfect WifeTPW 05.5 | Jessie Pepper, The Grateful WifeThis episode is a quick recap of my chat with Kirsten Grove of Simply Grove. Kirsten gave some helpful tips about venting vs. complaining, and we also talked about how much it means to have a partner who hugs instead of hassles during an overwhelming moment. Don’t forget that I LOVE it when you say hello on social media while you listen: I’m @styleandpepper on all the channels and it makes my whole day to know when you’re tuning in! Make sure you’re subscribed to the feed wherever you listen to your fa...2016-12-0600 minThe Perfect WifeTPW 05.0 | Kirsten Grove, The Fun WifeKirsten Grove and Jessie Pepper chat about everything from adoption to arguing over new furniture. In this episode you’ll hear about: Renovating a home together. Making jokes makes it WAY more fun, and singing through the process keeps the late nights light-hearted. Tune in to Kirsten’s snapchat to see her hilarious segment called, “Late Nights With Shane.” First-date romance. Proof that this can be embraced whether it’s been 16 years or 16 days into the relationship. (Interestingly, this is yet another example of one of the wives I’ve chatted with who happens to be shy abo...2016-12-0500 minThe Perfect WifeTPW 04.5 | Jessie Pepper, The Hopeful WifeThis episode is a quick recap of my chat with Jenna Guizar of Blessed is She. Jenna confirmed that surrounding yourself with a strong community can be exactly what we need to provide hope for a crumbling marriage. We talked about self-worth, mental health, and pep-talks within the context of a relationship and if you absorb ANYTHING from this episode, I pray that it inspires you to go out and share hope with another wife today. :) Don’t forget that I LOVE it when you say hello on social media while you listen: I’m @styleandpe...2016-12-0300 minThe Perfect WifeTPW 04.0 | Jenna Guizar, The Decent WifeJenna Guizar and Jessie Pepper chat about everything from cutting curfews to crumbling relationships. In this episode you’ll hear about: Embarrassing music preferences. From Jason Mraz to Eminem. Workout tunes that provide the best soundtrack to all of your sweat sessions. The Love Diet. When your first date jitters give you unbelievable nausea, but then you pass the honeymoon phase and find yourself constantly binging on burritos. (Oh that's not a thing? Ok, just me then.) Jenna nibbled on chicken wings while Jessie went for an extra serving of Mongolian BBQ. Being besties with your boo. Building a r...2016-12-0200 minThe Perfect WifeTPW 03.5 | Jessie Pepper, The Curious WifeThis episode is a quick recap of my chat with Jen Pinkston of The Effortless Chic. Jen reminded me that a slower pace of life might actually be the new status symbol, and she smartly insists that bringing a third-party into tricky conversations with your partner is a great way to keep the communication from disintegrating. Don’t forget that I LOVE it when you say hello on social media while you listen: I’m @styleandpepper on all the channels and it makes my whole day to know when you’re tuning in! Make sure y...2016-12-0100 minThe Perfect WifeTPW 03.0 | Jen Pinkston, The Happy WifeJen Pinkston and Jessie Pepper chat about everything from daytime talk shows to daunting house renovations. In this episode you’ll hear about: Decision making. Basing big choices on a scale of priorities and the concept of a fair partnership. These moments allow you to honor the things that are most important to your spouse, and doing so can be a great way to encourage the good of the unit. Moving and settling and temporary living spaces. Making a joint decision to live somewhere that you love is incredibly unifying. Things like “quality of life” and family...2016-11-3000 minThe Perfect WifeTPW 02.5 | Jessie Pepper, The Semi-Independent WifeThis episode is a quick recap of my chat with Erin Loechner of Design for Mankind. I'm inspired by the way she cleverly compares marriage to everyone's favorite salad-topper, and shows how epic commitment can persist even amidst a serious diagnosis. Don’t forget that I LOVE it when you say hello on social media while you listen: I’m @styleandpepper on all the channels and it makes my whole day to know when you’re tuning in! Make sure you’re subscribed to the feed where ever you listen to your favorite shows, and If you’re en...2016-11-2900 minThe Perfect WifeTPW 02.0 | Erin Loechner, The In-Progress WifeJessie Artigue and Erin Loechner chat about everything from murphy beds to brain tumors. In this episode you’ll hear about... Meaningful surprises. Whether it’s a bad first impression or a day-to-day squeeze in the middle of the kitchen. We’ve both learned that not all initial reactions are accurate, but being open to where life might take you can lead to some incredible gifts. Honor + respect. Recognizing your partner's priorities and taking care not to tarnish their pride. Being a good student to learn more about what makes them tick and then actually trying not to...2016-11-2800 minThe Perfect WifeTPW 01.5 | Jessie Pepper, The Sidekick WifeThis episode is a quick recap of my chat with Liz Forkin Bohannon of Sseko Designs, and I'm inspired by her keen love of powertools and an impressive commitment to playing fair during a fight. Don’t forget that I LOVE it when you say hello on social media while you listen: I’m @styleandpepper on all the channels and it makes my whole day to know when you’re tuning in! Make sure you’re subscribed to the feed where ever you listen to your favorite shows, and If you’re enjoying the series, please leave a 5-star revi...2016-11-2600 minThe Perfect WifeTPW 01.0 | Liz Forkin Bohannon, The All-in WifeIn this episode, you’ll hear us talk about: Being in business together: Partnering up in work AND life can be tricky, especially when there are different personality types at play. Liz shares about how to share a vision and accept support from your spouse, all in the same breath. “Working with your spouse is a cocktail of brilliance and humility.” Conflict management: What to do when both partners are “escalators” and learning to trust the other person as a way to find freedom from fighting. Big ideas: How to deal when a strong-willed woman who always bur...2016-11-2200 min
Run Your Money ShowEP34: The How We Met Series Featuring Jessie ArtigueWelcome to a special series I’m doing all this week on the podcast, the How We Met series. Each day, I’ve invited some past guests as well as other amazing women to share their story of how they met their life partner. I hope these stories bring you hope, inspiration, and insight to the different ways these women have met their spouses and partners. Day 4 features one of my favorite podcast hosts + Date Yourself Radio guest alum, Jessie Artigue. She + her husband cohost another favorite podcast of mine, Marriage is Funny. It’s a funny...2016-08-3134 minRun Your Money ShowEP19: On Great Love with Jessie ArtigueToday on the podcast I interviewed one of my podcast crushes, Jessie Pepper. Jessie, along with her husband, is a co-host one of my favorite podcasts, Marriage is Funny. My favorite thing about their show is their quest for great love, rather than perfect love. I really wanted to ask her to be on my show for a while, but I’m not gonna lie, I was a bit nervous to do it. I was sure she'd say no, and then I'd feel crappy for a few days. Then of course, I saw the staggering parallels between what...2016-05-121h 01
LET IT OUT106 | Jessie Artigue of Style & Pepper on Fashion, Marriage, Travel & Beauty in InperfectionsIt's episode 100 of the podcast! I can't believe I've been hosting my podcast for over 3 years now and I'm releasing the 100th interview episode today, I didn't even realize it! I'm so happy to welcome today's amazing 100th guest Jessie Artigue of Style & Pepper and the podcast Marriage is Funny. She's so inspirational to me and was a blast to talk to on the podcast. We get into her career, relationship, and fashion advice and so much more.
Wellness Wonderland Notes: -Sign-up for the Wellness Wonderland newsletter! -Join the listener Facebook Group...2016-03-301h 49Marriage Is FunnyMIF026.mp32016-02-1155 minMarriage Is FunnyAlways Keep Your Partner's Favorite Mood Music On HandIn episode two, we share our thoughts on the topics of well-placed silence + mis-matched last names. Living in a noisy city can have it’s downsides, but not many sounds are worse than a co-worker cutting his or her toenails at their desk. (EW!) After learning about a disorder called Misophonia from a noise-averse friend, Jessie quickly self-diagnoses herself to justify the inappropriate irritation she feels from minor day-to-day noises. We discuss our “bedroom playlist” preferences for the first time, and invent an app that will make it easier to "turn something on" at a moments notice. While the di...2015-05-2531 minMarriage Is FunnyDon't Try To Hang A Chandelier Together In Your First Year of MarriageWe FINALLY kick off our first episode and can't help but hit the ground running. You'll hear a bit of backstory on how we met along with the reasons why starting a podcast feels like an important part of our current reality. (Spoiler: A few of the reasons are self-indulgent and we borrow a page from the book of one of our favorite married couples, Rob + Kristen Bell.) We also start to explore the big dreams and future plans for this little community, beginning with a private Facebook group that you can join right here. Listen for the sto...2015-05-2535 min