EPISODE · Nov 12, 2025 · 9 MIN
194: Marriage, Surnames, and Power - Conversations About Autonomy in Marriage
from The Rosie and Roula Show · host Roula Abou Haidar and Rosie Burrows
In this thought-provoking episode of The Rosie and Roula Show, Rosie and Roula discuss a topic many couples never question: whose surname should you take in a marriage?Roula shares her personal experience navigating her second marriage during COVID, realizing she had the power to keep her name but never considered it. Rosie reflects on her own engagement, where discussions included keeping both names or creating a new shared surname. Together, they examine how cultural traditions, societal expectations, and centuries-old practices can influence marriage naming conventions — and why it matters to know you have a choice.This episode is ideal for anyone curious about modern relationships, marriage equality, LGBTQ+ marriage dynamics, or personal empowerment in life decisions.Topics Covered:Traditional vs. modern approaches to surnames in marriageAutonomy and personal choice in relationshipsGender roles and historical context of surname conventionsLGBTQ+ marriage naming dynamicsRegret and reflection on not questioning societal normsEmpowering children to understand choice and identity💭 Do you or your partner keep your own surname, or did you adopt one? How did you decide — tradition, discussion, or assumption?Mentioned Episodes to go back and listen to: Episode 38: Marriage: Romance or Requirement?--------------------☕️ Buy us a coffee!🎙️ Send us a voice message🛍️ Buy some Rosie and Roula merch!--------------------⭐️ Leave us a review▶️ Follow us on Instagram and TikTok🎞️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel--------------------🎧 Check out Roula's podcast🎧 Check out Rosie's podcast
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In this thought-provoking episode of The Rosie and Roula Show, Rosie and Roula discuss a topic many couples never question: whose surname should you take in a marriage? Roula shares her personal experience navigating her second marriage during COVID, realizing she had the power to keep her name but never considered it. Rosie reflects on her own engagement, where discussions included keeping both names or creating a new shared surname. Together, they examine how cultural traditions, societal e...
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