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Beyond I Do
by Byron and Margaret McKie
The Beyond I Do Podcast is where married couples come to stay connected, communicate better, and build lasting friendship. Hosted by Byron and Margaret—married 28 years and still best friends—we share real conversations about love, marriage, conflict, intimacy, parenting, and everything in between.Whether you're newly married or decades in, we help you laugh more, fight less, and stay in love without losing yourself.Subscribe for honest talk, practical tools, and weekly episodes that help you divorce-proof your relationship.
Episodes
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Am I Being Unreasonable? Rest Days, Spare Keys & a $4,000 Motorcycle
Is it unreasonable to want one lazy day a week? Should your mother-in-law have a key to your house without you knowing? And can your husband dip into the kitchen fund for a vintage motorcycle if he promises it'll "go up in value"? In this episode of The Beyond I Do Podcast, Byron and Margaret…
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The Doctor Said She'd Be a Widow by Christmas, but she's Still Married 41 Years Later
In this episode of The Beyond I Do Podcast, Byron and Margaret sit down with Angela and Surie Alexander, married 41 years, to talk about a love story tested by two life-altering crises: a brain aneurysm two years into their marriage, and a car accident 15 years later that took the lives of two of...
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Are You Staying Together for the Kids? Ask Yourself This First
In this episode of The Beyond I Do Podcast, Byron & Margaret sit down with Jennifer Struffert, founder of Enduring Connections and Advocacy, a divorce coach, relationship coach, and co-parenting mediator who went through the same coaching training program they did. Jennifer gets real about the...
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The 5 C's Every Marriage Needs More Of
In this episode, we break down the 5 C's every marriage needs more of — connection, conversation, compliments, collaboration, and care — and get real about two we've struggled with. Plus, two new segments debut: the Marriage-First Minute and What We're Reading, where we crack open our own book to...
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The Marriage Rule That Kept Them Together 31 Years with Terry and Shari Doherty
What happens after the kids grow up, careers settle down, and it's finally just the two of you again? For Shari and Terry Doherty, the answer is simple: they're falling in love all over again. In this conversation, they share what 31 years of marriage has taught them about friendship…
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Powerful At Work, Present At Home with guest David Kiwimagi
Can you build a successful career without sacrificing your marriage? On this episode, we're joined by David "Kiwi" Kiwimagi, relationship coach and co-founder of Kiwi Coaching. David shares how he and his wife went from sleeping in separate rooms, feeling disconnected, and struggling to...
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“It’s Her.” The Moment He Knew She Was His Wife
Some couples take years to figure things out. Jaylee and Chana knew quickly that what they had was different. In this episode, they share how they met, blended their families, handled conflict early in marriage, and built a relationship rooted in communication, trust, and intentionality. We also...
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The Truth About Lasting Marriages
What happens after the honeymoon phase fades and real life shows up? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Alena Crawley (Dr. Lena) to talk about the real work of marriage. We discuss conflict avoidance, gratitude, sacrifice, personal growth, purpose, and why love alone is not enough to sustain a...
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What Happens When Two Healed People Find Each Other?
In this episode of Beyond I Do, Byron and Margaret sit down with Eric and Carissa, a couple who met in Hawaii, spent a week putting every card on the table, and never looked back. Six months in, they've driven across the country twice, co-founded a business, and are building something most…
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Co-Pilots Don't Negotiate, They Collaborate.
Most couples think their problem is communication. It’s not. It’s how they approach decisions, conflict, and responsibility in the relationship. In this episode, we talk with G. Scott Graham about the “co-pilot” mindset—and why most couples are stuck negotiating, avoiding, or forcing outcomes...
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Marriage is Hard. So is Divorce. Which Hard Do You Choose?
What if the secret to a strong marriage isn't avoiding the hard parts, but actually choosing which hard parts you're willing to live with? In this episode, Byron and Margaret sit down with Jason and Christie McMullen, a couple who have been married 26 years and have personally mentored over 100...
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Stop Compromising: How to Find Real Alignment
Dr. Jackie Black has coached over a thousand couples, and she’s clear about one thing: emotional safety is the foundation of real connection. In this conversation, we get into how couples drift apart, how “fine” becomes normal, and why the smallest moments can quietly shut a partner down. We also...
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In Sickness and In Health: When the Vows Get Tested Early
Jay and Renee Linsom are back. Last time, you heard their love story, the long-distance start, the doubts from others, the wheelchair, the faith, and the commitment. This time? You hear the storm. Jay spent much of the past year in and out of the hospital with serious health challenges. They…
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What Couples Get Wrong About Sex and Intimacy with Holly Eckelberger - Part 2
Make sure to check out Part 1! Sex is one of the most talked-about topics online. And one of the least talked about at home. In this episode, we sit down with Holly Eckelberger, founder of That Sex Educator and host of Meet Me at the Spot, for a real conversation about sex, intimacy, shame, and…
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What Couples Get Wrong About Sex & Intimacy with Holly Eckelberger - Part 1
Sex is one of the most talked-about topics online. And one of the least talked about at home. In this episode, we sit down with Holly Eckelberger, founder of That Sex Educator and host of Meet Me at the Spot, for a real conversation about sex, intimacy, shame, and why so many adults are still...
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Stop Letting Your Marriage Get Comfortable
You’re not arguing. You’re not unhappy. You’re just not connected. That quiet drift? That’s complacency. In this episode, we break down 11 signs of complacency in a marriage—the kind that sneaks in when life gets busy, and effort slows down. We talk about: Letting yourself go Robotic “I love…
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You Can't Fix Them, but You Can Fix You.
You don't just need love to stay married. You need to like each other. In this episode, we sit down with C. Natasha Richburg, author, storyteller, life coach, professor, and wife of 42+ years. Natasha breaks down what actually keeps a marriage alive after the honeymoon fades. You’ll hear: Why...
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Boundaries, Blended Families, and Staying Married - Tyrone & Verlyn's Love Story
Marriage takes effort. Not “work” that feels like misery. In this episode, we sit down with Tyrone and Verlyn Talton, married 18 years (together 19), and the conversation feels like family from minute one. You’ll hear: The mindset shift that changed everything: effort vs. work What “put your…
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Stop the Spiral: How to Calm a Marriage Crisis Before You Decide
A marriage can feel shaky long before anyone says the D-word. In this episode, Byron and Margaret talk with Dr. Becky Whetstone, PhD, Marriage and Family Therapist, Life Coach, and "Marriage Crisis Manager” about what happens when one person thinks they want out, and what couples can do before...
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Breaking the Pattern with Relationship Coach Lindsay Jean
What if one person could change the dynamic of a whole relationship? In this episode, we sit down with Lindsay Jean—Registered Nurse turned Relationship Coach—whose personal journey from breakup to breakthrough sparked a calling to help couples reconnect. We talk about: Why the power struggle in...
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Divorce-Proofing Your Marriage: What We’ve Learned, What We’ve Lived, and Why We’re Grateful for Each Other
In this episode, we sit down and share some of the most real, honest pieces of our marriage journey. From being 22 and 23 when we got married to learning each other through raising kids, evolving as people, growing up together, and building a relationship that works because they choose to work on...
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Thirty Years of Friendship Equal One Beautiful Marriage with Scott & Robin - Part 2
Make sure to check out Part 1! Robin and Scott’s story is full of small moments that add up to a big, steady, joyful love. They spent 30 years as friends before finally marrying, and now they’re almost two years into building a life together — laughing through differences, learning each other’s...
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Thirty Years of Friendship Equal One Beautiful Marriage with Scott & Robin - Part 1
Robin and Scott’s story is full of small moments that add up to a big, steady, joyful love. They spent 30 years as friends before finally marrying, and now they’re almost two years into building a life together — laughing through differences, learning each other’s habits, and choosing peace every...
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Kimberly & Adam: A COVID Love Story, A Mama Test, and Choosing Each Other on Purpose
Kimberly and Adam’s story is one of those journeys that reminds you how love can unfold fast, steady, and intentional. They met online during COVID, built their connection in long car rides and park picnics, and created a relationship rooted in consistency, communication, and showing up for each...
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7 Signs You Married the Wrong Person & 10 Signs You Got It Right
In this episode, we dig into the real signs couples ignore before and after saying “I do.” Using stories from Reddit and BuzzFeed, we break down seven warning signs that your relationship may not be aligned and then flip it with ten reminders that help you see when you did choose the right…
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Choosing Each Other, Building Together with Rashadd & Jatoyia
In this episode, Rashad and Jatoya open up about love, family, and the small defining moments that built the foundation of their marriage. From meeting on Plenty of Fish to raising a blended family, navigating COVID, and supporting each other through career changes and personal growth — their…
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Thankful for You - with Aaron and Miranda
In this episode, we feature Aaron and Miranda, who remind us that real love isn’t built on perfection—it’s built on presence. From long-distance years to parenting through career chaos, they kept choosing to show up for each other, even when life made it hard. Their story proves that gratitude...
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We're Baaaaccckkkk!!!
Hey ya'll! We are so excited to be back! Check out this quick update to find out where we've been and what's coming up from Beyond I Do! 💙💚
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Manglish & Gender Intelligence: Decoding Communication - Part 2
**Make sure to check out part 1 first** This one might ruffle some feathers—and that’s the point. Relationship coach André Paradis joins us to challenge our thinking about love, gender roles, and the modern “freedom” that’s left many of us feeling disconnected. We discuss polarity, performance…
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Manglish & Gender Intelligence: Decoding Communication - Part 1
This one might ruffle some feathers—and that’s the point. Relationship coach André Paradis joins us to challenge our thinking about love, gender roles, and the modern “freedom” that’s left many of us feeling disconnected. We discuss polarity, performance, why the masculine/feminine dynamic…
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What We Get Wrong About Marriage (and What to Do Instead) with guest Hanna Basel
In this raw and insightful episode, couples therapist and sex therapist Hanna Basel joins us to unpack the real reasons love gets hard—and why that doesn’t mean it’s wrong. We dive into common relationship myths, the effects of trauma and attachment styles, how to navigate mismatched libidos, and...
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Opening Bedroom Doors: Real Talk with a Sex Therapist
In this NSFW episode, we’re joined by licensed marriage and family therapist and certified sex therapist Angela Skurtu. Angela breaks down how shame, silence, and purity culture have shaped our ideas about sex—and how couples can heal, reconnect, and reignite their intimacy. We talk about: The...
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How We Divorce-Proof Our Marriage: A Real Conversation with the Thorells
On this episode, we welcome back Tracy and Tabatha Thorell—high school sweethearts, parents of five, business partners, and all-around real ones. They get candid about what it really takes to stay connected through parenting, big pivots, and building a life together. We talk about: What it means…
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Before You Say "I Do": Real Talk About Marriage Prep with Verlyn Tarlton
In this episode, we sit down with Verlyn Tarlton—author, podcaster, premarital coach, wife, mother of five, and grandmother of four—to have an honest conversation about marriage preparation. Verlyn shares why understanding your "why" before marriage matters, how to shift from wedding day fantasy…
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Wedding Vows and Speeches: The Art of Saying 'I Do' with Brian Franklin
In this episode, we chat with Brian Franklin, the co-founder and CEO of Vows and Speeches, a company dedicated to helping couples craft personalized wedding vows, speeches, and ceremony scripts. Brian shares his unique journey—from working in politics to helping couples create meaningful moments…
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How to Divorce-Proof Your Marriage with Humor and Friendship with Marquis and Taylor
Join us for this episode as we welcome back Marquis and Taylor from the U Stuck Wit Me podcast! They're sharing the keys to nurturing friendship in marriage, how they've supported each other's personal growth, and what has kept their connection strong through life's ups and downs. Tune in for...
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Relationships, Self-Growth, and the Truth About Expectations - with Francine Tirrell
Ever feel like you’re stuck in the “busyness trap,” constantly moving but never really getting anywhere? In this episode, we sit down with Francine Tirrell, a mindset coach and energy healer, to talk about the importance of slowing down, tuning in, and trusting the journey. Francine shares how a...
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Walkaway Wife Syndrome: What It Is and How to Avoid It
In this episode, we’re chatting about Walkway Wife Syndrome and what it means for modern marriage. We break down how changing roles and expectations are helping wives find their own space between tradition and personal growth.
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The Love Prescription: Navigating Relationships with Confidence
Breaking up is hard—but what if heartbreak could be a stepping stone to something greater? In this episode, we sit down with Holly McCusker, founder of Love Prescriptions, to explore the emotional journey of breakup grief, mastering dating skills, and navigating relationship dynamics with...
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Chatting with Our (Grown) Babies 💙💚
Join us as we welcome our babies back to the table to chat about current events and a local Facebook post with a uniquely named individual.
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Why Do Marriages Fail?
We’re diving into some interesting (and kind of surprising) findings from a survey of divorced Americans. Turns out, the reasons people get married in the first place can sometimes predict whether things work out or fall apart. We’re sharing what stuck with us most, why being intentional in your...
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Self-Care is Self-Love with guest Tati Wells
In the episode, we’re chatting with Tati, a self-care advocate and founder of Precise Peace Coordination. Tati is a wife and mom of two from Chicago who knows firsthand how important it is to prioritize self-care for mental health. She’s on a mission to help others do the same through her…
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Bringing Sexy Back with guest Jennifer Summers
Warning: NSFW episode - We discuss sex in this episode. In this episode, we're joined by a passionate expert who has been empowering women for over 18 years in women’s health and sexuality. As a distributor with Pure Romance, she brings a unique twist to sexual education through fun and free...
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Meet the Wellness Queen - with Guest Michelle Bailey
In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Michelle Bailey, the "Well-being Queen." Michelle is a Functional Lifestyle Practitioner specializing in helping middle-aged women reclaim their health and happiness through her unique 360° coaching approach. From functional movement to mindset shifts…
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A Son's Love with Guest Dr. George Ackerman
In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Dr. George Ackerman, founder of TogetherForSharon®, a movement created in memory of his beloved mother, Sharon Riff Ackerman, who passed away from Parkinson’s Disease on January 1, 2020. George shares his journey from Brooklyn, N.Y., to Florida and how...
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Love After Loss with Glenn & Tanisha Adams
In this episode of Beyond I Do, we sit down with the dynamic duo Tanisha and Glenn Adams. Tanisha, a multifaceted entrepreneur and author, shares her journey of building a positive and balanced mindset through her podcast Healthy Mindset Miracles and her thriving travel agency, EverGreat Travel....
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Creating Love Minus Limits with Guest Elvery Tinsley
In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Elvery Tinsley, therapist, relationship expert, and CEO of Love Minus Limits. Elvery shares his expertise in helping Black couples foster clarity, connection, communication, and commitment in their relationships. We dive deep into the core pillars of...
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Second Time Around - Meet the Waldens!
In this special bonus episode, we’re joined by the dynamic duo, Arrison and Damita! They share their incredible love story—dating in high school, going their separate ways, and finding their way back to each other after being married to other people. Now navigating life as a blended family, they...
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Are You a Quiet Achiever? with Stephanie Oden
In this inspiring episode, we’re joined by Stephanie, CEO of LiveWire Coaching & Consulting and a seasoned success coach and self-care mentor for introverts. With over 30 years of experience across diverse industries, Stephanie shares her passion for empowering "quiet achievers" to find financial...
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Meet the Nurse Shark with guest Tina Baxter
This special Beyond I Do episode honors Nurse Practitioners Week with the incredible Tina Baxter, an advanced practice registered nurse and board-certified gerontological nurse practitioner. Tina shares her 20+ years of experience in healthcare, discussing her unique role as a legal nurse...
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The Beyond I Do Podcast is where married couples come to stay connected, communicate better, and build lasting friendship. Hosted by Byron and Margaret—married 28 years and still best friends—we share real conversations about love, marriage, conflict, intimacy, parenting, and everything in between.Whether you're newly married or decades in, we help you laugh more, fight less, and stay in love without losing yourself.Subscribe for honest talk, practical tools, and weekly episodes that help you divorce-proof your relationship.
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