The Naked Marriage with Dave & Ashley...
A podcast dedicated to undressing the truth about sex, intimacy and lifelong love. The concerns and questions most couples have in marriage often go unspoken, until now. Hosts Dave and Ashley Willis bring wisdom, vulnerability, and humor to even the toughest marriage topics. Together, they reach millions of couples through their social media, books, videos, articles, and XO live events. They have four sons and live in Evans, GA.
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Daily Habits for Spiritual Health
Total health requires a solid foundation of spiritual health. Dave and Ashley talk about the keys to building a solid foundation for a Christ-centered marriage and daily habits that foster spiritual health. This episode is based on principles found in the new book, "Naked and Healthy" available at www.NakedAndHealthy.com.
28 min
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Healthy Sex
Healthy couples prioritize a healthy sex life. In this steamy episode, Dave and Ashley have an unfiltered conversation about what it takes to have the healthiest sex life possible in marriage. This episode is based on principles found in the new book, "Naked and Healthy" available at www.NakedAndHealthy.com.
26 min
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Infertility and Miscarriages
In this special episode, Dave and Ashley interview their friends George and Barclay Lyles who share their harrowing journey through health challenges, infertility, multiple miscarriages and finally a healthy pregnancy. Issues related to infertility and miscarriages impact so many couples and these issues aren't discussed often enough. This episode will bring perspective and hope to all who hear it..
30 min
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Health Setbacks
Even couples who are making all the right lifestyle choices are still going to face health setbacks. When illness, injury or setbacks of any kind come, it's important to work together to persevere. Dave and Ashley share Biblical insights and inspiring true stories on the topic. This episode is based on principles found in the new book, "Naked and Healthy" available at www.NakedAndHealthy.com.
26 min
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The Enneagram and Marriage
Understanding your own personality and your spouse's personality can help nearly every aspect of your marriage. In this interview with Enneagram expert Christan Barnett, Dave and Ashley talk about how to understand your own God-given wiring and how that knowledge can create better communication in marriage.
32 min
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Meal Planning
Food is a huge part of life, so it's also a huge part of marriage. Dave and Ashley talk about the dynamics of trying to find healthy meals that don't stretch the budget or the waistline while still catering to both spouses' unique tastes and preferences. This episode is based on principles found in the new book, "Naked and Healthy" available at www.NakedAndHealthy.com.
31 min
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Promise Keepers Marriage Event
In this interview with Chad Hennings from Promise Keepers, Dave and Ashley discuss helping men to connect into a community of men to grow together.
16 min
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In Thickness and In Health
In this hilarious and heartfelt episode, Dave and Ashley share some of their past failures and successes in trying to lose weight and create healthier habits. They share practical tips and tools for any couple who wants to get in better shape. This episode is based on principles found in the new book, "Naked and Healthy" available at www.NakedAndHealthy.com
26 min
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Naked & Healthy
To start the new year, Dave and Ashley are talking about how to be healthy physically, mentally, and spiritually while also getting healthier in your marriage. This episode kicks off a new season of the podcast based on the upcoming book, "Naked and Healthy" which is now available for pre-order at www.NakedAndHealthy.com
28 min
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The Best of 2020
In this special year-end episode, Dave and Ashley share some of their favorite clips from this year's podcast episodes. This episode is a celebration of some great moments, some hilarious moments and some poignant ones as well. This recap episode will help you discover (or rediscover) some of our favorite moments from 2020.
22 min
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How to Have a "Fierce Marriage"
In this interview with Ryan and Selena Frederick, Dave and Ashley discuss the the habits couples need to develop in their homes to create a culture of faith, love an intimacy. Ryan and Selena are the Hosts of the Fierce Marriage Podcast and the founders of Fierce Marriage and Fierce Parenting.
24 min
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Help! My Spouse is an Addict
Addiction issues can sabotage your life and your marriage. In this episode, Dave and Ashley interview counselor and addiction specialist Dr. Jacques de Broekert to discuss practical ways to find healing and sobriety from the grip of addiction. He also shares practical steps for the spouse of someone who is struggling with addiction.
36 min
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Racism and Marriage
Pastor Tim and Juliette Ross have been partners with XO for many years. In this special episode, they sit down with Dave and Ashley to have an important and timely conversation about marriage, faith, social issues and the complexities of race and racism in our world.
34 min
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Start Where You Are
In this special interview, Dave and Ashley interview their friends Rashawn and Denisse Copeland. The two couples talk about marriage, parenthood and the Copeland's new book. This episode is full of laughs and practical tools to help you build a stronger faith and a stronger marriage.
29 min
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Be Thankful, But Don't Settle
In marriage, there is a delicate balance between being always content but never complacent. We should always be striving for improvement while always being thankful for what we already have. Dave and Ashley discuss this complex dynamic and show ways to be thankful in every season of marriage.
24 min
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Pre-Marriage Takeover
In this special episode, Dave and Ashley are giving you a sneak preview of their brand new "Premarriage Podcast." In this first episdoe of the Premarriage Podcast, couple will learn the most imporatant issues to discuss before the wedding day. Please share this resource with the dating and engaged friends in your life. More info available at Premarriage.com
22 min
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The Right Friends
Your marriage will most likely become like the marriages of the people you're hanging around the most. In other words, the friends you choose will have a huge impact on your marriage. Dave and Ashley talk about how to choose (and how to be) the right kinds of friends.
27 min
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Is it Wrong to Complain About My Spouse?
Negative words spoken to your spouse AND negative words spoke about your spouse can sabotage a marriage. Dave and Ashley talk about the trap of "venting" about our spouse and offer practical ways to work through frustrations in a healthier way.
20 min
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Finding Marriage Mentors
Marriage mentors can be a secret weapon helping you and your spouse navigate the difficult seasons of marriage. Dave and Ashley talk through why marriage mentors can be such a powerful resource and how to find a mentor couple.
27 min
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Don't Put Your Marriage on Hold While Raising Kids
Couples who prioritize their kids ahead of their marriage will one day have an empty nest and an empty marriage. Dave and Ashley talk through the complex dynamics of making sure you kids have all they need while also putting the marriage first.
26 min
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How To Be "All-In"
A marriage can only thrive when both spouses are completely and wholeheartedly committed to one another. Our world believes the myth that you can have one foot in the relationship and one foot out the door, but Dave and Ashley talk about why the "all-in" marriage mentality is the only way to make a marriage work.
23 min
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Why Wedding Rings Matter
Some people see wedding rings as an outdated cultural tradition or an optional piece of jewelry. In this episode, Dave and Ashley make their case for the significance of outward signs of our commitment to marriage.
24 min
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Giving and Seeking Forgiveness
Every marriage needs forgiveness and trust, but it's also important to realize that forgiveness and trust are two different things. In this episode, Dave and Ashley explore the dynamics of building (or rebuilding) trust in a marriage, truly forgiving each other, and healing from past wounds.
29 min
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We Had COVID-19
Six weeks ago we were both diagnosed with COVID-19. The illness and the recovery were nothing like we were expecting. Tune in to this bonus episode to hear all the details of our experience and what we’ve learned through the process.
26 min
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Stop Scorekeeping
In marriage, when you start keep score, you've already lost. A husband and wife are on the same team and it's never "him vs. her." In this episode, Dave and Ashley discuss strategies for building unity in marriage and breakout out of the scorekeeping trap.
29 min