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With That Being Said#4 Let's Get Hitched With Steve CooperToday Esther and Erica are joined by Steve Cooper of HitchedMag.com to talk all things married life. Listen in as they talk about the ups and downs and genuine joys of being a couple and investing in a healthy relationship. And find out why Steve is in fact the 'Hugh Hefner' of marriage! It's by far the most accurate and favorite nickname of any guest so far... SHOW NOTES HitchedMag.com | Follow Steve on Twitter @HitchedMedia RLW {Read Listen Watch} Read Masters of Love in The Atlantic Listen to S...2017-06-3040 min $drtrinaread\'s Podcast$ drtrinaread's Podcastuccessfully Publish Sex Articles On Your WebsiteListen as Steve Cooper co-founder of HitchedMag.com discusses how adult product companies can post sex-related articles to get the best in-bound marketing and SEO. What We Talk About (1) Why did he decide to start HitchedMag.com? (2) Steve discusses how/ why/ when people read sex articles. (3) What have been some of his biggest learnings in putting out sex-positive articles on his site? (4) How he promotes sex-positive articles in his newsletters, social media and on his site. (5) How do people react/ interact to sex-related articles and podcasts. (6) What are Steve's three best tips for those adult products companies who want to...2017-06-2734 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 409: Rising Strong TogetherMichelle Gannon, PhD and Beth Jaeger-Skigen, LCSW explain the latest research by Dr. Brene Brown, which focuses on the power of vulnerability and empathy; what "wholehearted living" means; Rising Strong Workshops and more. For more visit www.risingstrongworkshop.com and www.hitchedmag.com 2016-06-3029 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 241: Author Deborah L. Price Talks About Her New Book, 'The Heart of Money'Money is still a taboo subject in society and a point of contention for many marriages. Money coach and author, Deborah L. Price, discusses some history of money and how we treat it in our society and how it influences the dynamic within our relationships. Price also offers several tips from her book and more. GIVEAWAY: Leave a comment on iTunes then message us on Facebook, Twitter or Google+ to let us know and we'll randomly select one person to receive a copy of "The Heart of Money." For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2013-01-1025 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 240: How You Can Combat Boredom In Your MarriageBoredom can spell serious danger for your marriage, but it's not difficult to overcome. Dr. Noelle Nelson offers a bunch of information on how to stimulate your marriage…and it doesn't start from within your relationship! For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2013-01-0320 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 239: How You Can Kindly Air Grevances To Your SpouseOver the years, we're all going to have complaints that we need to get off of our chest and air toward our spouse. Etiquette expert, Diane Gottsman, shares her tips on how we can do this kindly. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-12-2013 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 238: What's New with the DSM 5, Sex Addiction is Out, Hoarding is InDr. Noelle Nelson explains what the DSM is, why it matters and what has made it into the latest version. Sex addiction did not get classified as a disorder, however bereavement and hoardering did. Dr. Nelson weighs in on these issues and more. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-12-1329 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 237: How to Break Free from Holiday Traditions of the Past and Start New Ones With Your FamilyWhen kids grow up it can be difficult to break free from the traditions that their parents have grown accustomed to, but at a certain point couples would like to begin their own. Etiquette expert, Diane Gottsman, offers terrific advice on how to break from from old traditions and how couples can start new holiday traditions of their own. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-12-0621 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 236: Making Sense of the Petraeus Scandal and the Modern WorkforceDr. Noelle Nelson read an article explaining how the Petraeus affair is a product of the new gender-equal workforce and we should expect more of the same to come in the future unless policies change. What?! Dr. Nelson goes through several points and explains what this scandal means, and what couples can do in their own workplace. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-11-2920 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 235: First Thanksgiving EtiquetteIf this is your first Thanksgiving together as a couple or the first that you're sharing with your new in-laws, etiquette expert Diane Gottsman has many tips to help make this Thanksgiving run so smoothly you'll actually be thankful. In this episode we also discuss her new Thanksgiving Unplugged campaign. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-11-1520 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 234: Attraction of Your Opposite Sex FriendA new study came out asking men and women if they were attracted to their opposite sex friend. The results revealed that the men were overwhelmingly attracted, while their female friends were not. So what does this mean for couples who have friends of the opposite sex? Sexpert, Dr. Trina Read, weighs in. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-11-0732 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 233: Do You Suffer from Assume-itis?It's easy to take the little things for granted in marriage, which is why many arguments start because assumptions are made. Dr. Noelle Nelson explains what assume-itis is and how couples can prevent it from creeping into their marriage. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-11-0118 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 232: 13 Romantic Fall Date IdeasHitched editor, Steve Cooper, goes through a list of 13 date ideas that you and your spouse can enjoy during the fall season while the leaves are changing and the weather is still nice enough to go outdoors and be active. Most of these ideas can be done on the cheap and take little effort to execute. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-10-2723 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 231: Do You Play a Role In Your Spouse's Infidelity?First, we all agree that the cheater is wrong, but does the non-cheating spouse have something to do with the infidelity? Dr. Noelle Nelson explains what could lead to the cheating, how to prevent it, and the roles husbands and wives play in this situation. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-10-1818 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 230: Sex Tips for Your Married LifePulled from the sexpert advice found on the website, editor-in-chief, Steve Cooper, has pulled together a round-up of sex tips for married couples to implement and get it on. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-10-1217 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 229: Respecting Your Spouse's EgoWe usually think of ego in a negative connotation, however, it's not a bad thing. Dr. Noelle Nelson explains how understanding your spouse's ego and respecting it can improve your marriage. Oh, and don't call your spouse "The old ball and chain…" we'll explain. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-10-0419 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 228: Talk Politics With Your Spouse Without Destroying Your MarriageFew conversations can get as heated and charged as a political one. If you and your spouse have political disagreements, this podcast is stuffed with information and tips on how you can have a respectful and cordial discussion that could actually improve your marriage. Editor-in-Chief, Steve Cooper, tells you how. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-09-2730 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 227: Get Your Date Nights GoingDr. Noelle Nelson has a message for all those couples out there who find it difficult to enjoy regular date nights: just start! In this episode Dr. Nelson provides several tips and annecdotes, plus we discuss how other couples may be able to pitch in. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-09-2018 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 226: The Difference Between Chatting Versus Cheating OnlineDr. Trina Read discusses the boundaries of appropriate behavior and flirting online and how couples can navigate the new issues created from the ease of connectiions made through social media and mobile technology. Dr. Read even shares a story of how she connected with an ex-boyfriend and explains how it became a positive experience in her marriage. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-09-1319 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 225: How to Succeed in Work Without Sacrificing Your MarriageNearly 50 percent of all married couples are dual-income households. Unfortunately, many couples begin to take their marriage for granted as they both work to pay the bills. Dr. Noelle Nelson provides many tips on what couples can do to get a proper balance at work and within their marriage without sacrificing either. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-09-0519 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 224: Fifty Shades is Old News, ReallyNearly every generation has their own "Fifty Shades of Grey". Dr. Noelle Nelson explains why the themes of this mega-blockbuster continue to pop up and what it all means in this fascinating and enligthening podcast. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-08-2420 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 223: What is EQ and How Does it Impact MarriageEmotional Intelligence, also known as EQ, plays a very important role in our day-to-day lives. Like most personal things, it usually impacts those we care about most, such as our spouse. Dr. Richard Mendelson explains what EQ is and how our understanding of it can help improve our marriages. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-08-1622 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 222: Getting Your Husband to Help With Chores Around the HouseIn the extremely rare situation where your husband doesn't help you with chores around the house, Dr. Noelle Nelson has a few tips on changing his mind. Okay, so this might be somewhat common, which is why Dr. Nelson has also added a few tips for husbands too. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-08-0922 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 221: Facebook EtiquetteIf you're active on the internet, you likely have a Facebook account. And if you have a Facebook account, we're sure you've seen posts that make you wonder how you're supposed to respond or whether or not you should click the 'like' button. Etiquette expert, Diane Gottsman, breaks down many different Facebook etiquette situations with answers on what's an appropriate response. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-08-0431 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 220: When Good In-Laws Induce Bad GuiltEven the best intentioned in-laws can often lay on the guilt trip (even unintentionally). This happens particularly when you do a lot of errands and chores for them. That's not to say you always mind helping out, but it can become overbearing. Dr. Noelle Nelson shares three big tips on getting rid of the guilt and improving your relationship. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-07-2617 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 219: The Etiquette of Gassing Up for SummerDon't scream at the driver in front of you as you wait in the hot summer heat to fill up your gas tank. Etiquette expert Diane Gottsman offers several tips that will help cool you down while your car fills up. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-07-2021 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 218: Growing Apart--Feeling DisconnectedYou and your spouse may be doing just fine, but somewhere in the recesses of your brain you feel like you and your husband or wife just aren't connected like you used to be. Dr. Noelle Nelson offers many ideas on why this may be, and more importantly what you and your spouse can do about it. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-07-1220 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 217: Road Trip EtiquetteEtiquette expert, Diane Gottsman, and Hitched editor, Steve Cooper, discuss the etiquette of traveling with your family. From working the radio, to the temperature, to planning proper snacks and stops. If you're taking a trip be sure to download this episode and give it a listen before the rubber hits the road. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-06-2725 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 216: A Round-up of Family-Friendly Sightings at E3 (Video Game Tradeshow)Editor-in-Chief Steve Cooper talks about what he saw at this year's video game tradeshow and what parents and couples should pay attention to now and this upcoming holiday season. He talks the Ninendo Wii U, Microsoft's Smartglass, Sony's Wonderbook, plus lots of games. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-06-2139 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 215: Dealing With An Ex Who Constantly Calls and TextsWhen you marry someone who has an ex, they may be separated, but that doesn't mean the communication has stopped. What do you do when the ex continues to call and/or text even when you have asked them to stop. What about a spouse who begins to hide the communications because they don't want to upset you? Dr. Noelle Nelson offers many tips….plus there's some big news at the end! For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-06-1424 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 214: How to Deal With a Complaining SpouseDo you feel like all you hear from your spouse is complaints? Does your spouse yell constantly, just as a way they express themselves? Are you having trouble being heard and understanding your spouse's needs? Dr. Noelle Nelson offers some great advice on how to handle a spouse who complains all the time (or seemingly so). For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-05-3116 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 213: How To Work at Home with Your Spouse Without Killing ThemWe got a letter from a wife who works from home and her husband recently started working from home, as well, and she now feels smothered. Etiquette expert, Diane Gottsman, offers a lot of really great tips on working from home, establishing boundaries and much, much more. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-05-2427 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 212: How to Avoid Passive Aggressive Put-Downs During FightsWhen it comes to passive aggressive arguments, you wouldn't understand. See, that's exactly what you shouldn't say. Dr. Noelle Nelson will explain how this specific language plays into arguments and how you and your spouse can constructively disagree. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-05-1018 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 211: Finding Freedom Within Your MarriageWhen we get married, we might feel like we've lost some of our independent freedoms, such as spending money when we please. Dr. Noelle Nelson explains why a spouse might seek shopping therapy, and how that freedom to shop when you feel like it can be negotiated within the marriage. Also discussed is how couples can achieve their own independence within the marriage. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-04-2618 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 210: Episode 210: Lighten Up, Strengthen Your MarriageLife can throw some pretty tough situations in our way and it's not going to do us any good to put on a fake happy face. Dr. Noelle Nelson, explains why this doesn't help and what an individual and what couples can do to get out of our funk and to live in the moment--and why doing so is important for our marriage and health. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-04-1222 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 209: What's the Big Deal About 'Fifty Shades of Grey' and BDSM?Sex expert, Dr. Trina Read, explains what erotica is, gives a brief description of 'Fifty Shades of Grey' by E.L. James, and goes into deeper detail about what BDSM is and how this popular book is bringing it into mainstream conversations and stirring a controvery. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-04-0526 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 208: Dealing with In-Laws Who Regularly ArgueWhat should you do if your in-laws come over and argue. Constantly. Every time! Dr. Noelle Nelson offers several tips on how to handle this situation and how to keep the toxic in-law relationship from creating a wedge in your own marriage. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-03-2917 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 207: Your Spouse Isn't a Mind Reader and 'I'm Fine' Doesn't Cut ItHusbands and wives are close, but they can't read minds. So saying something like, 'I'm fine, dear' when there is something wrong won't have a positive effect on a marriage. Dr. Noelle Nelson offers tips on how couples can break through this communication barrier. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-03-1518 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 206: 10 Tips for Your Next Trip to the GymEtiquette expert, Diane Gottsman, share 10 tips that all gym patrons should follow when they are trying to get in shape. From what to wear to how you act, Diane's tips will make your exercise experience more enjoy for you, as well as those hard bodies around you. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-03-0913 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 205: When Unexpected Additions to Your Family Rock Your MarriageNo, we're not talking about a surprise pregnancy. We're talking about a child from a previous marriage now moving in with you and your spouse. When you and your spouse got married, this might never have been discusses since the ex lived across the country, but now it's happening. Dr. Noelle Nelson explains how a couple can handle this situation and instead of having it tear the marriage apart, finding ways for it to enhance the marriage. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-03-0118 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 204: Keeping Your Love Strong When You Have KidsDr. Noelle Nelson offers many tips on how couples can keep their love alive, particular for modern couples where more men are staying at home and chipping in on the housework and childcare duties--yes, even diaper duty. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-02-2318 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 203: The 14 Days of Valentine'sEtiquette expert, Diane Gottsman, offers 14 Valentine's Day tips for men that can be implemented each day in February leading up to the holiday of romance. Regardless, these tips require little effort and time and should be implemented in day-to-day life. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-02-1325 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 202: Valentine's Day Thoughts from Dr. Trina ReadDo couples enjoy Valentine's Day? Is it worth the time and anguish? Should a husband or wife expect sex on Valentine's Day? Sex expert, Dr. Trina Read shares her thoughts and ideas on this special holiday celebrating romance. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-02-1125 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 201: Interview with Author, Elizabeth WeilElizabeth Weil just released her new book, 'No Cheating, No Dying: I had a good marriage. Then I tried to make it better,' and spoke with editor, Steve Cooper, about the process of writing the book, what she learned, what surprised her and much more. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-02-0730 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 200: Super Bowl Party EtiquetteThe Super Bowl is here. It's the most watched event in our nation, which means family and friends gather together and we understand that some might not want to be there. Our etiquette expert, Diane Gottsman, provides many tips on how to act and what's not appropriate when your team is on the tube or if you're lucky enough to grab a ticket to the big game. (These tips also apply to other sporting events--so give it a listen). For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-02-0117 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 199: Married With Opposite-Sex FriendsDoes your husband not like that work friend of the opposite sex? Are they jealous that you have so many friends of the opposite gender on Facebook? There are many spouses out there who are uncomfortable with their husband or wife's opposite-sex friends. Dr. Noelle Nelson discusses this issue and provides many tips on how your spouse can become more comfortable with your friends, even if they are of the opposite gender. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-01-2620 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 198: How to Engage in Polite Political ConversationThe political season is heating up and our etiquette expert, Diane Gottsman, shares her tips on how to get into politcal conversations, how to discuss politics with your spouse, how to keep the conversation civil, how to call people out on lies and how to politely exit a conversation that isn't going anywhere…plus much more. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-01-2019 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 197: Overcome the Feeling That You're Too Busy and Have No LifeWe all have friends that seem like they have their act together and are living a life that we envy, while we're stuck running around too busy to do anything. Instead of being jealous of these couples, Dr. Noelle Nelson offers several tips on how couples can turn those green eyes into a gaze of inspiration to make your own dreams comes true. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-01-1225 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 196: Tips to Add Fun and Adventure to Your New YearA new year is upon us and etiquette expert, Diane Gottsman, offers 13 tips that will help grow and expand your marriage while delivering fun and excitement. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2012-01-0625 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 195: The Grass is Greener PhenomenonIt can be an easy trap to fall into; looking at the marriage of a friend from outside and envy how attentive and nice it seems. Dr. Noelle Nelson discusses the issue of how the grass is always greener phenomenon may not always be the case, along with what couples can do about it. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-12-2814 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 194: Breaking Down the Sex Addiction MythSex expert, Dr. Trina Read, explains her thoughts on sex addiction, why so many people are misinformed, and what steps people should take if they feel they have a problem. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-12-1532 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 193: Don't Let Marital Drama Turn to TraumaWe all have things that go wrong in our marriages, things that can be hurtful or even damaging. Dr. Noelle Nelson addresses the issue of what to do after those insensitive or hurtful things have been said or done. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-12-0813 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 192: Don't Let Aging Ruin Your MarriageWe're all getting older. Unfortunately, some become a slave to trying to maintain their youth, which can cause serious damage to the marriage. This applies to women and men; and all ages, from 20-year-olds to 40-year-olds and beyond. Moreover, when you begin to look at yourself in a critical light, many will also look at their spouse through the same lense. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-11-2518 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 191: Things to Keep from Your HusbandAre there things that are better off not sharing with your husband (or wife)? Etiquette expert, Diane Gottsman, says "yes" there are. Diane also discusses the automatically assumed loop hole in sharing secrets with your spouse. Diane explains these circumstances and more in this week's episode. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-11-1720 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 190: Constructive Criticism - An OxymoronIs there such a thing as constructive criticism? Dr. Noelle Nelson suggests you have to make a choice to either criticize or be constructive. Don't try to do both. Noelle explains how to walk this delicate line with a few examples and the reasoning behind it. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-11-1019 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 189: An Interview with Andrea Syrtash, Author of the New Book 'Cheat On Your Husband (With Your Husband)'Andrea Syrtash, author of the new book 'Cheat On Your Husband (With Your Husband)' took a few minutes to speak about the process of writing, dating your spouse and crushing on someone who isn't your husband or wife. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-11-0327 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 188: The Dangers of Constantly Shooting Down Your SpouseDr. Noelle Nelson explains how constantly shooting down your spouse when they attempt to express themselve, whether trying to discuss their day or express a concern in the relationship, is not to be taken lightly. Fortunately, Noelle offers some great advice. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-10-2713 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 187: Halloween Tips for Parents (and Kids)Halloween is fun for the whole family. To make sure it stays that way etiquette expert Diane Gottsman offers tips for parents to follow and a few reminders that apply to kids. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-10-1922 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 186: How to Handle a Job LossLosing a job can have an enormous effect on a marriage. Etiquette expert, Diane Gottsman, shares several tips on how couples can deal with a job loss and move forward. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-10-0522 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 185: Tips for Dealing with StepkidsEtiquette expert Diane Gottsman provides 10 simple tips to help when dealing with stepkids; from what to expect in the relationship to what's appropriate conversation about the ex. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-09-2922 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 184: The Dinner ConnectionWhen everything is going good in your marriage Dr. Noelle Nelson shares some tips on how good marriages can get even better with a few rules to follow during dinner time. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-09-2220 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 183: Dealing With the Loss of a JobIn a terrible economy, like the one we're in right now, a spouse losing a job is, unfortunately, not that uncommon. Dr. Noelle Nelson tackles this issue and pays particular focus on the emotional repercussions of a spouse losing their job. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-09-0820 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 182: Considerations When Friending the Opposite SexEtiquette expert, Diane Gottsman, goes through a list of considerations both husbands and wives need to mull when dealing with friends of the opposite sex. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-09-0116 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 181: Does a Traveling Spouse Spell Marital Disaster?When one spouse has a job that requires a lot of traveling, it can cause troubles in the marriage if both the traveling and stay-at-home spouse don't follow a few simple rules. Dr. Noelle Nelson explains what those rules are and how couples can thrive in this situation. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-08-2519 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 180: Treat Your Spouse Like Your PetIt seems disrespectful to say, but sometimes couples will treat their pet better than their spouse. Etiquette expert, Diane Gottsman, explains this statement and delivers tips on how you can treat your spouse like your favorite pet and in doing so improve your marriage. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-08-1719 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 179: Raising a Child With an Irresponsible ExIf you have an ex with whom you have a child with, it may cause new problems if that person is irresponsible. Dr. Noelle Nelson describes how a person can deal with that ex, help the child when dissapointment arrises, and keep the current marriage healthy and strong. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-08-1116 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 178: Why Do Wives Have to Offer Reminders to Get Things DoneIt doesn't take an elaborate study to understand that many, many men need constant reminders from their wives to take action. Dr. Noelle Nelson jumps on the podcast to explain this marriage dynamic and how couples can deal with it and move forward. Men, pay attention! For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-08-0420 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 177: The Art of Accepting an ApologyWe think delivering an apology can be difficult, but graciously receiving an apology, particularly when you've been offended, can equally as difficult. Etiquette expert, Diane Gottsman explores this issue and provides several tips on how you can accept an apology to help your relationship move forward. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-07-2820 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 176: Listening: A Marriage Saving SkillWe think because we have ears that we know how to listen. Dr. Noelle Nelson offers many tips to make sure that statement holds true since so many arguments within marriage happen because we hear our spouse, but we just don't know how to listen to what they're saying. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-07-2120 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 175: What 'Not' to Say to Military SpousesWhile most people have the best intentions, many don't think about the things they say, particularly to military spouses. Our etiquette expert, Diane Gottsman, shares some tips for things not to say when having having a conversation with military family and friends and how we can take their feelings into consideration. For military family members, Diane also shares some responses when some say innappropriate or inconsiderate things. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-07-1419 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 174: The Etiquette of Dealing with a Friend's DivorceIt's a tough situation to watch friends get divorced, and how you respond is equally difficult. Our etiquette expert, Diane Gottsman goes through the common situations of a friend seperating from their spouse and provides details on the appropriate way to respond, from how you should react to things not to say. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-07-0715 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 173: Combatting the 'It's All Your Fault' CycleYour spouse is, without a doubt, going to have an impact on your life--so don't start the blame game when unexpected issues arise that you didn't anticipate. Dr. Noelle Nelson explains the common situations where this happens and provides advice on how couples can stop the cycle of blaming in a knee-jerk reaction. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-06-2314 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 172: The Etiquette of Delivering an ApologyWe all make mistakes, that's a given, but not all of us own up to those mistakes and offer a heartfelt and appropriate apology. Hitched's etiquette expert, Diane Gottsman, goes through the do's and don't's of delivering an a proper apology--something every married person should know how to do. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-06-1615 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 171: How to Handle the 'Should' MonsterWhen your spouse wants to offer advice, they might say something like, 'you should do it like this...' We inevitably will get stuck on the word 'should' instead of listening to what our spouse is actually suggesting. Dr. Noelle Nelson provides a few scenarios and some advice on how couples can slay the 'should' monster. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-06-0916 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 170: The Etiquette of Being a House GuestWhile on vacation or a quick weekend before an out-of-town conference, being a house guest requires a certain amount of decorum. Etiquette expert, Diane Gottsman, shares some common courtesies all house guests should exercise when bunking in someone else's home. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-06-0216 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 169: How to Handle the 'I'm Not Ready' ExcuseThere are a lot of major decisions to be made in a relationship, from deciding to have children to purchasing a home. As a result, the converstaion often devolves into someone saying, 'I'm not ready.' Well, Dr. Noelle Nelson can help explain this response and provides advice on how couples can move forward. Are you ready? For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-05-2617 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 168: A Quick Guide to Graduation EtiquetteWhether it's you, your child, a friend or a relative that's graduating--whether from high school, college or even some special program--nationally recognized etiquette expert Diane Gottsman provides tips for everyone involved. From what is an appropriate gift to the etiquette of expressing 'thanks' via Facebook, Gottsman delivers the answers. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-05-1914 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 167: Meshing Personalities of a Square Peg and Round HoleSometimes couples get comfortable going against what they're comfortable with because they want to please their spouse. Eventually they realize that certain things don't work for them--they're a square peg trying to fit in a round hole. Dr. Noelle Nelson explains this phenomenon and offers examples on how couples can work through it. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-05-1218 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 166: Does Your Marriage Need a Boost?Dr. Michelle Gannon discusses the launch of her new Marriage Boost 101 one-day seminar. Michelle discusses what it is, who should go and what couples can expect if they decide to attend. More details can be found at www.marriageboost101.com. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-05-0515 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 165: Avoid Fights by Learning Better Decision-Making SkillsHow many times have you gotten to a store and argued about the purchase because you couldn't make a decision. Good decision-making skills will help alleviate fights and Dr. Noelle Nelson explains how to boost these skills. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-04-2817 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 164: The Etiquette of TippingFrom hotels to restaurants to the coffee shop, our etiquette expert, Diane Gottsman, explains the rules and etiquette of tipping. If you'd like to tip us, we accept five-star ratings and word-of-mouth recommendations to your friends. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-04-2116 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 163: Addressing the Sexual Side Effects of AntidepressantsIt's estimated that 37 percent of Americans on antidepressant drugs experience sexual dysfunction as a side effect. Sex expert, Dr. Trina Read, addresses the issues and discusses the ways a couple can deal with this dip in libido. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-04-1419 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 162: Getting Your Spouse to Leave the NestThere's real comfort in a home cooked meal from Mom. However, at some point that same comfort needs to be found in your current home with your spouse. Etiquette expert Diane Gottsman provides terrific advice on the conversation a couple needs to have when one partner is not yet ready to cut the apron ties from their parents. www.hitchedmag.com 2011-04-0714 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 161: Bonus episode - Interview with Marlo Gottfurcht, Author of 'Love, Marriage...and Facebook'Hitched Editor-in-Chief, Steve Cooper, interviews Marlo Gottfurcht, author of 'Love, Marriage...and Facebook' to discuss her new book and much more on how Facebook and marriage intersect. www.hitchedmag.com 2011-04-0120 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 160: Bringing Your Spouse to a Business FunctionEtiquette expert, Diane Gottsman offers many tips on how to handle the numerous interactions while attending a business function or event with your spouse. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-03-3115 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 159: How to Avoid Being Cranky When Under StressLife brings a lot of responsibilities along with it. Dr. Noelle Nelson provides many tips on how you can reduce your stress and even laugh about it. So relax and listen as we help you turn that frown upside down. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-03-2420 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 158: Mastering Dining EtiquetteEtiquette expert, Diane Gottsman explains how to impress your spouse on your next date night with solid dining etiquette protocol, starting from the time you make reservations until the time you leave the restaurant. There's even a few surprises! For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-03-1720 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 157: Getting Off the I'm-Gonna-Explode TreadmillWhen life can load up the responsibilities and stresses, you don't need to succumb to the building pressure and explode. Dr. Noelle Nelson offers several tips on how you can relieve this cycle of stress that can drive a wedge between you and your spouse. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-03-1019 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 156: In-Law EtiquetteFor the first time we welcome nationally recognized etiquette expert Diane Gottsman on the podcast. Diane discusses common etiquette queries while dealing with in-laws. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-03-0318 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 155: Getting Close Again in Your MarriageSometimes life gets in the way of being as close as we once were with our husbands and wives. Dr. Noelle Nelson explains how this happens, what it means and how couples can form new bonds that will propel your marriage and regain the closeness you have lost. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-02-2415 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 154: A Husband Snoops on His Wife's E-mailA husband admits to snooping on his wife's e-mail and feels terrible about it. The wife feels her privacy has been invaded. Dr. Karen Sherman addresses this issue and discuss. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-02-1716 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 153: How to Handle Your Husband Talking Mean to YouCommunication seems like such a simple device that humans should easily master, but as we know it's often the root of our relationship problems. Dr. Noelle Nelson presents some tools to help squash tempers and improve your social interactions. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-02-1016 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 152: Are Trial Separations a Good Idea?A wife and husband give a trial separation a try and are struggling to reconnect. Dr. Karen Sherman replies with help for this couple and general thoughts on separations. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-02-0314 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 151: When Opposites Attract Isn't So AttractiveIt's common for opposite personality types to attract. Sometimes, however, those things that attracted a couple in a beginning can drive them apart later. Dr. Noelle Nelson explains how these personality differences can be better understood. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-01-2715 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 150: Dealing with In-Law CriticismsDr. Noelle Nelson explains how your choices and compromises can be worked into a dealing with new family members, particularly in-laws and step-children. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-01-1213 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 149: A Conversation with Wendy Strgar, Author of 'Love That Works: A Guide to Enduring Intimacy'Wendy Strgar, founder of Good Clean Love (and long time Hitched contributor) makes her first podcast appearance to talk about her new book, 'Love That Works: A Guide to Enduring Intimacy.' For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2011-01-0521 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 148: The Marriage Blahs – Death Knell of The Relationship?If you're feeling the blahs in your marriage, are you having a lack of enthusiasm in your marriage or your life? Dr. Noelle Nelson weights in and offers some terrific advice, as usual. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2010-12-1615 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 147: New Stepchild, A Recipe for Marital Disaster?Blended families are becoming the norm and sometimes stepkids can have a great effect on the marriage. Dr. Noelle Nelson discusses how couples can handle a situation where a stepchild suddenly enters the family and effects the marriage dynamic. For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2010-12-0814 min

The Hitched Podcast: Perfecting Your MarriageEpisode 146: What To Do When Parents Caught Having Sex?Dr. Trina Read responds to a parent who wrote in concerned that her teenage daughter has heard her and her husband having sex--not once, not twice, but three times! For more go to www.hitchedmag.com 2010-11-2520 min

PAC InsightsMindfulness and The Art of Choice:Transform Your LifeAuthor Dr. Karen Sherman author of Mindfulness and The Art of Choice: Transform your Life, will be my guest on Tuesday, April 27th. Please join me for an inspirational interview. About my guest: Website: www.ChoiceRelationships.com; www.Drkarensherman.com Phone: 516.935.5033 E-mail: DrK723@aol.com Dr. Karen Sherman, a licensed psychologist in New York, has been in private practice for over 20 years. Her focus is relationships/marriage and helping people achieve their greatest potential. Karen is the author of "Mindfulness and The Art of Choice: Transform Your Life” which enables people to let go of conditioned responses and empower them to...2010-04-2800 min