Full Nelson

This week is a full life catch up and things did not go according to plan. We share the emotional decision to step away from surrogacy for baby number two and what led us to completely change course.We also reveal that we are moving after finally finding a house, which just happens to be two doors down from our friends. Yes, we are basically creating our own little compound.We recap our recent mountain getaway, talk through the chaos of buying a home without using a real estate agent, and get honest about what worked, what stressed us out, and what we would think twice about doing again.It is a lot of change, a little bit of risk, and a very real snapshot of this season of life.

New year, no excuses.In this episode, we talk real accountability and what we are actually committing to this year. From a no BS diet, exercise, and fitness challenge between us to how we think about relationships, friendships, and who we allow access to our marriage, our family, and our home.We get into why not everyone deserves a seat at your table, how couple friends can either strengthen your relationship or quietly drain it, and why being intentional about your circle matters more than ever.If you are resetting routines, rethinking who you spend time with, and trying to build a life that actually feels good instead of just looking good, this episode is for you.

This episode starts light and festive and ends somewhere we didn’t expect.We talk Christmas traditions, the ongoing debate about opening gifts early, our favorite and least favorite Christmas songs, and how we think about personal goal setting as the new year approaches.Then we get into couple goals, whether you should sit down and formally plan your future together or let things unfold organically.And finally, Tim drops a surprise: he’s into manifestation?! Which leads to an honest, thoughtful conversation about how manifestation and religion can exist in the same space, and what we actually believe.It’s cozy, funny, and gets real at the end.

This week on Full Nelson, we talk about the new espresso machine we bought and trace back through the quietly insane amount of money we've spent on coffee appliances over the years. It starts with a $30 frother and ends with a full-blown barista setup, but the point is bigger than coffee.We break down how small lifestyle upgrades add up and how the same principle applies to building a legacy. We get into the long-term vision for our family, what we want our life to look like ten or twenty years from now, and how you can start planning for the future you want even if you live in a downtown high-rise with no land and no space.Inside this episode:• The slow creep of "just one more coffee gadget"• Smart financial decisions that compound over time• How to think legacy even if you're not in your forever home• How to choose a partner who actually wants the same future you do• Tim's hunting trip, shooting a deer, and the reverence in the full-circle process of taking an animal's life and honouring it through food• Why the "circle of life" conversation matters more than people thinkIt's one of our most grounded conversations yet.Part marriage, part money, part family planning, part espresso-fuelled chaos. If you're dreaming of a long-game life built intentions and thoughtfully, this episode will feel like a blueprint.

This week on full nelson, we spiral (lovingly) through the chaos of the holidays, starting with the controversial take that parents are the actual magic makers and everyone else can sit down and enjoy the ride.we get into why thanksgiving is not the place for politics (grow up, pass the mashed potatoes), and the absolutely unhinged trend of “asking your infant for consent before changing their diaper.” spoiler: we have thoughts.we also unpack our christmas tree saga — real vs. fake, which team we’re each on, and why one of us is ready to throw the whole tree lot away.plus: the story of how we literally sawed our bed in half just to get it upstairs, and a whole debate on furniture:should you buy trendy cheap stuff you’ll hate in a year… or pick a style and commit for life?it’s unfiltered, it’s chaotic, it’s very us.press play. 🎄🪚

This week's episode is a study in presence, craft, and commitment.We open with a conversation about the millennial struggle to simply be here. Why our generation is constantly chasing the next accomplishment, the next reinvention, the next season - and what it actually costs us when we're never fully grounded in the moment we're living.From there, we move into one of our most requested topics: steak as a craft.Not trends. Not gimmicks. Just the fundamentals - the cuts that matter, the methods we trust, the difference between cooking indoors and outdoors, and the equipment worth investing in if you're serious about doing it well. Consider this the blueprint.And with our 13th wedding anniversary just days away, we close with a conversation about marriage that is honest, generous, and quietly profound.Thirteen years of choosing each other through evolution, ambition, parenthood, and the private challenges people don't see. What we've learned, what's changed us, and the principles we now live by.It's intentional. It's timeless. And it's one of the most meaningful episodes we" aver recorded.

This week’s episode is a ride. We’re recapping our F1 weekend, from the best party of the year with Uber One (yes, a live rodeo and Zac Brown Band) to getting completely locked inside our house during a Ring outage. We dive into how dependent we’ve become on tech, our very different takes on living off the grid (Amanda’s ready, Tim’s… not), and whether traveling with kids is actually worth it or just a very expensive chore. We’re also sharing why we’re taking next week off, spoiler: it involves a family trip.

We’ll call this our “oops, we skipped a week” episode. In true Full Nelson fashion, we’re catching up, reflecting on what we’ve learned so far, and getting brutally honest about what we could do better, both on the mic and in real life.We answer your questions in a raw Q&A that covers everything from how to tell your partner your needs aren’t being met without sounding like an attack, to what happens when one person’s evolving faster than the other in a marriage.Plus, a peek into our finance brain: the hotel investment that paid off big, why we’re not fans of real estate or restaurant investing, and how we’re thinking about long-term wealth (and peace).Basically, it’s a recap, a catch-up, and a financial confessional all rolled into one.Not financial advice, just two people figuring it out and sharing what actually worked for us.

This week we go deep on what actually makes a marriage work. We’re talking about the real stuff — how to move through every stage together: newlyweds, babies, legacy, and learning how to unlearn everything you thought you knew about love. We get into asking for what you need when your needs change, and why keeping score will quietly wreck your relationship.Then we jump into AI. Meta’s new “Vibes” app, Sora, and how tech is about to flip entire industries upside down. Spoiler: everyone’s replaceable. Don’t cancel us. We talk about what this means for creators, careers, and why the human element still wins.We wrap it all up with our signature three-minute fight, because what’s marriage without a little chaos and competition

In this episode of Full Nelson, we cover a little bit of everything: our upcoming surrogacy journey, what Invest America’s new policy rollout could mean, and why Tim’s obsession with turning on the “big light” is driving Amanda insane. We also get candid about people spouting opinions online without doing their homework, the evolving role of women in the home, and how Amanda’s algorithm is nudging her away from the girl boss era and closer to homemaker vibes. Equal parts funny, honest, and thought-provoking, this one definitely feels like sitting down with us at the kitchen table.

This week on Full Nelson we catch you up on why we didn’t film last week and everything that’s been going on behind the scenes—from almost moving houses to officially representing ourselves and cutting ties with our realtor. We get into the weight of the world lately, including our raw take on the Charlie Kirk assassination, and what it means to show up for your community instead of pulling away when things feel heavy.We also launch two brand new segments—starting with our on-air fight (yes, we’re actually arguing live) where we settle if eating in bed is ever acceptable, and then move into a debate on what it really means to be early versus late.It’s personal, unfiltered, and a little chaotic—the way life actually feels.

This week, Amanda and Tim cover it all — from the bedroom to the football field.We’re talking about the messy middle ground of co-sleeping (do we love it or hate it? …both), the dirty truth about swim diapers (spoiler: they don’t actually absorb anything), and how to regulate your emotions when life feels heavy and you’re still trying to be good partners to each other.Plus: Bills vs. Ravens Sunday Night Football predictions, whether we’re actually insane enough to take a baby to Singapore, a recap of our Jackson Hole trip, and a debate on if kids cussing is okay… or just hilarious.Marriage, parenting, travel, football, and the real stuff in between — all unfiltered, all us.

We’ve been sitting on a HUGE secret, and for the first time ever—we’re finally sharing it with you. This episode goes deep: Should men be emotional, or is it still seen as a turn-off? How do men and women really handle emotions differently, and what does that mean for relationships today? Plus, we’re breaking down how to choose a partner who actually supports you, instead of one who drags you down.If you’ve ever wondered what really makes a relationship work (and what doesn’t), this one’s for you.

This week on Full Nelson, we’re serving up hot takes you didn’t know you needed. Like… why Texas Roadhouse might secretly have the best Caesar salad from a chain restaurant in America (yes, we’re ready to die on that hill). Why a DM from Sheetz—the holy grail of Central Pennsylvania gas stations…just changed Amanda’s life yet again. And why we’d rather trust a Waymo autonomous car than 90% of the humans on the road.Then it gets personal: Amanda opens up about going from over 200 pounds to a completely different life—more confidence, better clothes, and yes… more opportunities. But our take on weight loss might ruffle some feathers.You’re either going to nod along or yell at us. Either way, you’re going to want to hear this one.

In this episode of Full Nelson, we’re recapping our recent trip to Italy—yes, with a one-year-old in tow—and sharing what it’s really like travelling internationally as new parents. We get into everything from flight logistics to nap time at Lake Como to how Amanda always needs another trip on the books (because obviously).We also open up about a topic that’s been on our minds: why we originally chose not to show our son’s face on social media, and why we’ve shifted that perspective. It’s a real conversation about privacy, safety, and the changing way we share family life online.Other highlights? We talk about how people are way too casual about things like magnets, parrots talking, and vinyl records (seriously—how are we not more amazed?). Plus, we reflect on the homes we grew up in versus the life we’re building now—like casually buying a million-dollar home in Austin with no generational wealth behind us. Spoiler: it’s surreal, and we don’t take it for granted.Whether you’re here for the toddler travel tips, the marriage real talk, or just to laugh at how unhinged we sound when we get philosophical about UFOs—you’re in the right place.

Airbnb vs Hotels, couple finances, and buying a house in Austin, Texas.In this episode, we’re diving into the Airbnb vs Hotel debate, what we love, what we avoid, and when each makes sense for travel. Then we answer listener questions about managing money in marriage, splitting finances as a couple, and how we approach budgeting. We also share a major life update: We put in an offer on a house in Austin, Texas. From house hunting tips to first-time homebuyer struggles, we’re giving you the unfiltered version of it all.

In this first episode, we’re talking about why we started a podcast because honestly, we didn’t have some 10-step plan. We’re just figuring it out as we go. One of us wanted a space to process things out loud, the other one just likes making stuff. So here we are.We get into how we met (yes, high school but didn’t date then), how we reconnected, did the long-distance thing, and slowly turned  into a real relationship.We also talk about what’s kept us together this long, especially after getting married young and going through military life. Parenting styles and how we differ from each other.And we wrap it with a hot take: Is it wrong to let a random guy buy you a drink if you’re married… as long as you bring it back to your husband? Asking for a friend. (It’s me. I’m the friend.)

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