The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast

Early in our marriage, communication was one of our biggest struggles, and honestly, it nearly led to divorce. We misunderstood each other, handled conflict poorly, and spent too much time reacting instead of truly listening.Everything began to change when we learned how to communicate in a healthier way… but even more importantly, when we started genuinely hearing each other’s feelings, needs, and perspectives.That transformation didn’t just improve our communication, it completely changed our marriage, intimacy, connection, and friendship.In this episode of The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, we’re sharing the communication tools that made the biggest difference in our relationship and the skills we believe EVERY marriage needs. Plus, Nick shares a very recent personal experience that brought these lessons into real life in a powerful way.If you’ve ever felt misunderstood, disconnected, frustrated, or stuck in the same arguments over and over, this episode is for you.🔥 Haven’t checked out the Ultimate Intimacy App yet? Now’s the perfect time! Find “Ultimate Intimacy” in the app stores or visit ultimateintimacy.comand discover how to bring real connection, excitement, and fun back into your marriage. It’s FREE to download, and with close to 1 million happy users, it’s no wonder couples are raving about it!And guess what? After a year of development, we just released the brand-new UandI App—designed to take your marriage to the next level. Click HERE.💥 Want to spice things up in your relationship? YES, PLEASE! CLICK HEREto explore our amazing products!Stay connected with us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyappfor app updates, fun polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes, and more.Got thoughts, questions, or topics you want us to cover on future episodes? Shoot us an email at [email protected] love hearing from you! And don’t forget to leave us a review, it really helps us keep bringing you content that strengthens your marriage.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

For many couples, marriage can sometimes feel overwhelming, like climbing Mount Everest with no clear path. For many couples, it seems like there are way too many things to think about and to do and it can feel like too much to handle! In this episode of The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, hosts Nick and Amy welcome back Austin Ellis, a renowned marriage therapist, to share three practical things couples can use to build a stronger, more connected, and fulfilling marriage. If you want actionable tips to make your relationship thrive without feeling overwhelmed, this episode is a must-listen. 🔥 Haven’t checked out the Ultimate Intimacy App yet? Now’s the perfect time! Find “Ultimate Intimacy” in the app stores or visit ultimateintimacy.comand discover how to bring real connection, excitement, and fun back into your marriage. It’s FREE to download, and with close to 1 million happy users, it’s no wonder couples are raving about it!And guess what? After a year of development, we just released the brand-new UandI App—designed to take your marriage to the next level. Click HERE.💥 Want to spice things up in your relationship? YES, PLEASE! CLICK HEREto explore our amazing products!Stay connected with us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyappfor app updates, fun polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes, and more.Got thoughts, questions, or topics you want us to cover on future episodes? Shoot us an email at [email protected] love hearing from you! And don’t forget to leave us a review, it really helps us keep bringing you content that strengthens your marriage.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

In life, we become what we consistently consume. The content we take in whether from social media, movies, music, or TV gradually shapes the way we think, feel, and interpret the world around us.For example, if someone regularly scrolls through social media filled with posts promoting distrust in relationships or extreme views about the opposite sex, it can slowly influence how we perceive our own spouse even our their real-life relationship is healthy and strong.In the same way, if a person repeatedly consumes content that objectifies others, it can distort how they view relationships and intimacy, potentially impacting how they treat their spouse.The bottom line is simple: what we consume influences who we become or how we view our spouse and marriage. That’s why it’s important to be intentional about the media we allow into our minds.This idea is also supported by research. A study published in the Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology found that individuals who spend more than 30 minutes a day on social media report higher levels of depression and anxiety.In this episode, Nick and Amy discuss the importance of being mindful about what we consume, and how choosing healthier, more positive influences can lead to a more fulfilling life and stronger relationships, whether in marriage or in preparation for one.🔥 Haven’t checked out the Ultimate Intimacy App yet? Now’s the perfect time! Find “Ultimate Intimacy” in the app stores or visit ultimateintimacy.comand discover how to bring real connection, excitement, and fun back into your marriage. It’s FREE to download, and with close to 1 million happy users, it’s no wonder couples are raving about it!And guess what? After a year of development, we just released the brand-new UandI App—designed to take your marriage to the next level. Click HERE.💥 Want to spice things up in your relationship? YES, PLEASE! CLICK HEREto explore our amazing products!Stay connected with us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyappfor app updates, fun polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes, and more.Got thoughts, questions, or topics you want us to cover on future episodes? Shoot us an email at [email protected] love hearing from you! And don’t forget to leave us a review, it really helps us keep bringing you content that strengthens your marriage.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

One of the biggest perks of having a large audience is that we hear everything—and we mean everything. Every day, we get flooded with messages from couples sharing what’s really going on behind closed doors.And one theme shows up again and again:Wives expressing why they’re not interested in sex… and husbands feeling confused, rejected, and frustrated by the lack of intimacy in their marriage.So in this powerful episode, Nick and Amy sit down with special guest Austin, a certified sex therapist, to unpack one of the most requested topics we’ve ever received:The 7 real reasons wives often lose interest in sex within marriage.This conversation is honest, eye-opening, and packed with insight that could change the way you see intimacy in your relationship.If you’re in a marriage where sexual connection feels strained, distant, or just not where you want it to be—or if you’re a wife wondering why your desire has faded—this episode is for you.🔥 Haven’t checked out the Ultimate Intimacy App yet? Now’s the perfect time! Find “Ultimate Intimacy” in the app stores or visit ultimateintimacy.comand discover how to bring real connection, excitement, and fun back into your marriage. It’s FREE to download, and with close to 1 million happy users, it’s no wonder couples are raving about it!And guess what? After a year of development, we just released the brand-new UandI App—designed to take your marriage to the next level. Click HERE.💥 Want to spice things up in your relationship? YES, PLEASE! CLICK HEREto explore our amazing products!Stay connected with us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyappfor app updates, fun polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes, and more.Got thoughts, questions, or topics you want us to cover on future episodes? Shoot us an email at [email protected] love hearing from you! And don’t forget to leave us a review, it really helps us keep bringing you content that strengthens your marriage.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

In this powerful episode, Nick and Amy dive into a bold and insightful quote they read."By God's good design, a man's sex drive is strong. If it is harnessed and intensified within marriage, it can be an incredible force fastening a man's affections and passions to his wife. I believe that it is right and godly to claim your husband's sexual desire as a potent source of influence in your marriage. This power was intended for you and for no one else. Unfortunately, if you don't claim it, someone or something else will."Nick and Amy unpack the deep truth behind these words, not only about sexual desire but also about the emotional intimacy in marriage as well. They explore how neglecting to intentionally claim your spouse’s affection, emotionally and physically, leaves your marriage vulnerable to distractions, temptations, or outside influences.If you want to strengthen your marriage and guard the precious bond between you and your spouse, this episode is a must-listen.Tune in now and discover how to claim what’s yours to protect, cherish, and celebrate your spouse like never before.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

We often talk about the important of both emotional intimacy and sexual intimacy and how they go hand in hand. But which comes first? For many men, they need the physical connection to become more emotionally connected to their wife. And for most women, they need to be emotionally connected before desiring the physical connection. So which comes first?We took a poll and asked the following questions: "Could your marriage use more emotional intimacy?"53% said Absolutely YES! 30% said they need a little bit more - That means 83% of wives polled said they need more emotional intimacy in their marriage!Then we asked: "Do you agree that strong emotional intimacy comes 1st (Before sexual intimacy?) 94% said YES!So 83% of wives want more emotional intimacy and 94% said it should come 1st, before sexual intimacy! We hope the husbands are hearing this.In this podcast episode we talk with marriage therapist Austin Ellis about why strong emotional intimacy is the key to having good sexual intimacy. If you are a spouse that is frustrated with your intimate life, or want more emotional intimacy in your relationship, then this episode is for you!If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

In this episode, Nick and Amy dive into a simple but powerful question: are couples wishing more for a better marriage instead of actually doing the things that build one? After surveying married couples, the answers revealed something surprisingly consistent about what people feel is missing in their relationships.Husbands and wives shared a desire for more emotional connection, quality time, appreciation, less screen distraction, and feeling more prioritized. These aren’t complicated needs—they’re the everyday things that often get lost in the busyness of work, kids, and life responsibilities.What stood out most is that many of these desires aren’t out of reach. They don’t require a different spouse or a different season of life. They come down to small, intentional choices—how we communicate, how we show up, and what we prioritize when life gets full.In today’s conversation, Nick and Amy go through real survey responses and talk about what they actually look like in marriage. If you’ve ever found yourself wishing things felt different, this episode is meant to help you shift from wishing to doing in your own relationship.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

In superhero movies, every hero has something unique that makes them powerful, but they do not discover their strength alone and they do not use it randomly. They learn what their power is, how it works, and how it impacts the people they are trying to protect. Marriage is very similar. Each spouse has different emotional needs, different ways they feel loved, and different “super powers” they bring into the relationship.I shared how for many husbands, when a wife initiates affection or makes him feel desired, it is like his entire world shifts. It strengthens his confidence, connection, and emotional bond. For wives, when a husband steps in and says “I’ve got it” without her having to carry everything alone, it feels like emotional relief, safety, and love. It is like someone stepping in to carry the weight of her “battle,” even for a moment. These small actions often speak louder than words ever could.Think of it like superheroes working together on a team. One hero might have strength, another might have speed, another might have the ability to protect or heal. If they all try to operate the same way, the team falls apart. But when they understand each other’s strengths and work together intentionally, they become unstoppable. Marriage works the same way. When spouses learn each other’s emotional “powers” and love languages, and then intentionally use them, the relationship becomes stronger, safer, and more connected.This is where love as an action really comes in. Just like superheroes do not just say they will save people, they actually show up and act, love in marriage has to be lived out in real ways. It is expressed through words, service, affection, support, and emotional presence that is tailored to what your spouse actually needs.In this episode, we talk about both sides of this, how masculinity and femininity play into these “super powers,” and how understanding your spouse’s emotional needs and love language can completely transform your connection. When couples stop guessing and start intentionally loving each other in the way their spouse actually receives love, marriage stops feeling like a struggle and starts feeling like a team working in sync.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy dive into a topic that many couples really struggle with in their marriage, but don't know how to handle... the mental load in marriage. Often invisible and rarely discussed openly, the mental load includes the planning, remembering, organizing, and emotional managing that keeps a household and relationship running smoothly. While it can affect both spouses differently, it is frequently carried disproportionately by one spouse, leading to stress, resentment, and disconnection in the marriage.In this episode, Nick and Amy talk about what the mental load is and what it looks like, why men and women are different in how they handle the mental load, and most importantly, how to communicate about it.If you struggle with holding resentment from the mental load, or you want to keep it from infiltrating your marriage then this podcast episode is for you!If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review. Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

In this episode of The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy sit down with Austin Ellis, a renowned sex therapist who has helped thousands of couples, to tackle a topic many avoid: the sexless marriage.Many listeners reach out about this issue, and the solution isn’t just about “having sex again.” Together, they explore why intimacy fades, the common pitfalls that lead to sexual disconnect, and practical strategies couples can use to reignite passion and connection. If you’ve ever wondered how to bring desire back into your relationship, this conversation is a must-listen.🔥 Haven’t checked out the Ultimate Intimacy App yet? Now’s the perfect time! Find “Ultimate Intimacy” in the app stores or visit ultimateintimacy.comand discover how to bring real connection, excitement, and fun back into your marriage. It’s FREE to download, and with close to 1 million happy users, it’s no wonder couples are raving about it!And guess what? After a year of development, we just released the brand-new UandI App—designed to take your marriage to the next level. Click HERE.💥 Want to spice things up in your relationship? YES, PLEASE! CLICK HEREto explore our amazing products!Stay connected with us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyappfor app updates, fun polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes, and more.Got thoughts, questions, or topics you want us to cover on future episodes? Shoot us an email at [email protected] the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

Many couples ask us this question: Why doesn’t my marriage feel like it did in the beginning?The truth is, just like each year, our marriage has different seasons where intimacy can feel different. Passion can ebb. Connection sometimes requires effort. Somewhere along the way, we absorb the myth that a healthy marriage should always feel like spring, blossoming romance, effortless sex, deep conversation, constant emotional closeness.But real marriage isn’t a single season. Like nature, your relationship moves through cycles. Emotional intimacy shifts, sexual desire fluctuates, and spiritual connection deepens, or feels quite distant at times. These changes aren’t signs of failure, they’re just natural signs of life. In this episode, we explore the infatuation stage, and the four seasons of marriage and intimacy and how to not only survive each season, but thrive. Understand the season you’re in, stop panicking, and learn how to nurture your marriage through every stage.🔥 Haven’t checked out the Ultimate Intimacy App yet? Now’s the perfect time! Find “Ultimate Intimacy” in the app stores or visit ultimateintimacy.comand discover how to bring real connection, excitement, and fun back into your marriage. It’s FREE to download, and with close to 1 million happy users, it’s no wonder couples are raving about it!And guess what? After a year of development, we just released the brand-new UandI App—designed to take your marriage to the next level. Click HERE.💥 Want to spice things up in your relationship? YES, PLEASE! CLICK HEREto explore our amazing products!Stay connected with us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyappfor app updates, fun polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes, and more.Got thoughts, questions, or topics you want us to cover on future episodes? Shoot us an email at [email protected] love hearing from you! And don’t forget to leave us a review, it really helps us keep bringing you content that strengthens your marriage.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

So many couples see therapy as a last ditch effort and something you turn to when everything is already broken. But think about it… we invest in coaches to improve our golf game, mechanics to keep our cars running smoothly so why do we hesitate to invest in something as important as our relationship? And let's be real... none of us were ever taught "how" to be married. In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick sits down with Austin to completely reframe what marriage therapy really is and what it isn’t. They talk about what actually happens in a session, and explain how therapy can give couples practical, powerful tools to strengthen connection before things spiral.Plus, they tackle one of the biggest real life challenges what do you do when you’re ready for help but your spouse isn’t?If you’ve ever wondered whether therapy could help your relationship or how to even start this conversation, this episode is for you.🔥 Haven’t checked out the Ultimate Intimacy App yet? Now’s the perfect time! Find “Ultimate Intimacy” in the app stores or visit ultimateintimacy.comand discover how to bring real connection, excitement, and fun back into your marriage. It’s FREE to download, and with close to 1 million happy users, it’s no wonder couples are raving about it!And guess what? After a year of development, we just released the brand-new UandI App—designed to take your marriage to the next level. Click HERE.💥 Want to spice things up in your relationship? YES, PLEASE! CLICK HEREto explore our amazing products!Stay connected with us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyappfor app updates, fun polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes, and more.Got thoughts, questions, or topics you want us to cover on future episodes? Shoot us an email at [email protected] love hearing from you! And don’t forget to leave us a review, it really helps us keep bringing you content that strengthens your marriage.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

One of the most common messages we hear from our audience is something like this: “I want a better intimate life… but my spouse wont talk about it and I don't know what to do.”For some, the conversation feels too risky, what if it leads to conflict or rejection? For others, they’ve tried to open up, only to be met with silence or resistance and be told by their spouse that they don't want to talk about it. It’s frustrating, confusing, and often deeply lonely.The truth is, so many couples are quietly facing this same struggle, and it genuinely breaks our hearts every time we hear it.In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, we share ideas of what you can do when it feels like nothing else has worked. If you’ve felt stuck, unheard, or unsure where to turn next, this conversation is for you.🔥 Haven’t checked out the Ultimate Intimacy App yet? Now’s the perfect time! Find “Ultimate Intimacy” in the app stores or visit ultimateintimacy.comand discover how to bring real connection, excitement, and fun back into your marriage. It’s FREE to download, and with close to 1 million happy users, it’s no wonder couples are raving about it!And guess what? After a year of development, we just released the brand-new UandI App—designed to take your marriage to the next level. Click HERE.💥 Want to spice things up in your relationship? YES, PLEASE! CLICK HEREto explore our amazing products!Stay connected with us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyappfor app updates, fun polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes, and more.Got thoughts, questions, or topics you want us to cover on future episodes? Shoot us an email at [email protected] love hearing from you! And don’t forget to leave us a review, it really helps us keep bringing you content that strengthens your marriage.*This episode was originally released in March 2024. We wanted to share it again based upon all the messages we receive about this subject.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

What if the secret to deeper, more passionate intimacy in your marriage isn’t just about technique, but the spiritual connection in your marriage?In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy welcome back Austin Ellis, LMFT, to explore how connecting spiritually with your spouse can completely transform your sexual relationship. When spirituality and sexuality come together, intimacy becomes more meaningful, more connected, and more fulfilling than ever.If you’re ready to elevate your marriage, deepen your connection, and experience intimacy on a whole new level, this is the episode you can’t miss.🔥 Haven’t checked out the Ultimate Intimacy App yet? Now’s the perfect time! Find “Ultimate Intimacy” in the app stores or visit ultimateintimacy.comand discover how to bring real connection, excitement, and fun back into your marriage. It’s FREE to download, and with close to 1 million happy users, it’s no wonder couples are raving about it!And guess what? After a year of development, we just released the brand-new UandI App—designed to take your marriage to the next level. Click HERE.💥 Want to spice things up in your relationship? YES, PLEASE! CLICK HEREto explore our amazing products!Stay connected with us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyappfor app updates, fun polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes, and more.Got thoughts, questions, or topics you want us to cover on future episodes? Shoot us an email at [email protected] love hearing from you! And don’t forget to leave us a review, it really helps us keep bringing you content that strengthens your marriage.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

What if saying no to sex could actually bring you closer together?In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy challenge a common belief about marriage and reveal why the ability to say no without guilt, fear, or tension is actually a sign of a strong, healthy relationship. When both spouses feel safe and respected in those moments, it creates space for deeper trust, connection, and true intimacy.This isn’t about shutting your spouse down or avoiding connection, it’s about understanding the how behind a “no.” Because for many couples, it’s not rejection itself that causes pain…it’s the way it’s communicated and received.If sexual rejection has ever caused hurt or frustration in your relationship, this episode will completely shift your perspective.Tune in as you won’t want to miss this one.🔥 Haven’t checked out the Ultimate Intimacy App yet? Now’s the perfect time! Find “Ultimate Intimacy” in the app stores or visit ultimateintimacy.comand discover how to bring real connection, excitement, and fun back into your marriage. It’s FREE to download, and with close to 1 million happy users, it’s no wonder couples are raving about it!And guess what? After a year of development, we just released the brand-new UandI App—designed to take your marriage to the next level. Click HERE.💥 Want to spice things up in your relationship? YES, PLEASE! CLICK HEREto explore our amazing products!Stay connected with us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyappfor app updates, fun polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes, and more.Got thoughts, questions, or topics you want us to cover on future episodes? Shoot us an email at [email protected] love hearing from you! And don’t forget to leave us a review, it really helps us keep bringing you content that strengthens your marriage.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

What happens when intimacy starts to feel like just another item on the to-do list?We recently heard from a listener who opened up about a struggle so many couples quietly face. After a difficult conversation with her husband about sex... or more accurately, the lack of it, she expressed to him that she felt exhausted, stretched thin by work, kids, and the demands of everyday life. Meanwhile, her husband admitted something that hit hard: he feels like she treats their intimacy like a chore… and that’s not the connection he wants.She asked for our thoughts, but the truth is, this isn’t just her story.We hear from hundreds of couples navigating this exact challenge. And honestly? We’ve been there too in our own marriage.So what do you do when desire feels out of sync, when life drains your energy, and when intimacy starts to feel forced instead of fulfilling?In this episode, we’re diving into this incredibly common struggle and sharing real, practical ways to reconnect, reignite desire, and bring intimacy back to something you both want, not something you feel obligated to do.Trust us… if you’ve ever felt this way, you’re going to want to hear this one.🔥 Haven’t checked out the Ultimate Intimacy App yet? Now’s the perfect time! Find “Ultimate Intimacy” in the app stores or visit ultimateintimacy.com and discover how to bring real connection, excitement, and fun back into your marriage. It’s FREE to download, and with close to 1 million happy users, it’s no wonder couples are raving about it!And guess what? After a year of development, we just released the brand-new UandI App—designed to take your marriage to the next level. Click HERE.💥 Want to spice things up in your relationship? YES, PLEASE! CLICK HERE to explore our amazing products!Stay connected with us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, fun polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes, and more.Got thoughts, questions, or topics you want us to cover on future episodes? Shoot us an email at [email protected] love hearing from you! And don’t forget to leave us a review, it really helps us keep bringing you content that strengthens your marriage.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

In this engaging episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast with Nick and Amy, the conversation focuses on the importance of both emotional foreplay and sexual foreplay in building a strong, intimate marriage. Nick and Amy break down how intimacy starts long before the bedroom and how emotional connection throughout the day can greatly influence physical desire later on.The discussion explores why emotional foreplay is especially important for creating attraction, desire, and safety in a relationship. Simple daily habits like giving compliments, writing love notes, showing physical affection that is not sexual, sharing meaningful conversations, praying together, planning date nights, and speaking your spouse’s love language all play a major role in strengthening emotional connection. They also talk about sexual foreplay and how it complements emotional intimacy. Ideas like slow kissing, massages, flirting through text messages, setting the mood with music, playful teasing, and intentional sensory touch can help couples create more meaningful sexual experiences. They emphasize that both emotional and sexual intimacy require ongoing effort, communication, and intentional investment from both partners.Nick and Amy also discuss how different life stages, stress, distractions, and unmet expectations can cause couples to drift apart if they stop doing the things that helped them fall in love in the first place. Ultimately, this episode encourages couples to keep prioritizing each other, communicate openly about their needs, and continue building intimacy throughout every stage of marriage.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

In this powerful episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy are again joined by therapist Austin Ellis to discuss part 2 of the previous podcast 449: Emotional and sexual intimacy go hand in hand. They discuss why so many couples struggle to maintain emotional and sexual intimacy after marriage. The conversation focuses on how life changes, unmet expectations, and lack of communication skills can create disconnection between partners. Austin shares practical insights on how couples can rebuild intimacy by developing new relational tools rather than relying on the conditions that existed when they first fell in love.The discussion explores how emotional, sexual, spiritual, intellectual, financial, and recreational intimacy all play a role in a healthy marriage. They talk about how selfishness, entitlement, pride, fear, and shame often replace connection when couples stop intentionally investing in their relationship. They also emphasize that marriage requires daily commitment, vulnerability, and a willingness to understand your spouse’s needs, wants, and emotional experiences.Austin provides therapeutic perspective on how couples can move from conflict and disconnection to unity by improving communication, building emotional safety, and choosing love over fear-based reactions. The episode also highlights how trauma, betrayal, and unresolved emotional wounds can impact intimacy—but that healing and hope are possible with the right tools and support.Ultimately, this episode encourages couples to view marriage as a lifelong journey of growth, teamwork, and intentional connection, showing that ultimate intimacy is built through consistent effort, love, and commitment to each other.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy dive into the sensitive but important topic of rejection in marriage and how emotional connection directly impacts intimacy. They share practical, real-life insights on how couples can strengthen both emotional and physical intimacy by being more intentional in their daily relationship habits.Nick shares five key habits that have helped him avoid rejection and keep intimacy strong in his marriage. Amy emphasizes that emotional intimacy is the foundation of attraction and physical connection. She explains that when spouses feel valued, supported, and emotionally safe, intimacy naturally becomes stronger. They also talk about the importance of paying attention to emotional cues, communicating openly about needs and expectations, and working together as a team rather than keeping score in a marriage.Throughout the conversation, Nick and Amy encourage couples to protect their relationships from distractions and to be intentional about spending quality time together. They also stress that honest conversations about boundaries, desires, and emotional needs can help prevent feelings of rejection.Ultimately, this episode reminds couples that emotional and sexual intimacy are deeply connected. When couples focus on building emotional closeness, they often experience stronger physical intimacy and a more fulfilling, lasting marriage.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy are joined by Austin Ellis to talk about how emotional and sexual intimacy are deeply connected in marriage. They discuss how feeling emotionally safe, valued, and understood often creates a stronger desire for physical closeness, while healthy sexual intimacy can also strengthen emotional connection and help couples feel closer overall.The conversation also explores a common “stand off” many couples experience in marriage. One spouse may say they need more emotional connection before they feel desire for sexual intimacy, while the other spouse may feel that physical intimacy is what helps them feel emotionally connected. Austin shares that sexual passion in marriage is often fueled by strong emotional connection first, but that both spouses play an important role in building that bridge. When couples intentionally work on communication, appreciation, and spending meaningful time together, emotional closeness grows, which naturally increases desire and passion.Amy and Austin also talk about how this difference does not have to become a barrier in marriage. Instead, it can become an opportunity for growth when both spouses are willing to understand each other’s needs and meet in the middle. When one spouse works to strengthen emotional safety and connection, and the other continues to show affection, pursuit, and patience, couples often find that the emotional and physical sides of intimacy begin to reinforce each other.Austin highlights the importance of vulnerability in this process. When spouses feel safe sharing their thoughts, needs, and feelings without fear of judgment, it builds trust and deepens the connection between them.This episode reminds couples that emotional and sexual intimacy truly go hand in hand. By nurturing connection, communicating openly, and making intentional efforts toward both emotional closeness and physical intimacy, couples can move past the stand off and build a stronger, more passionate, and more fulfilling marriage together.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

In this episode of The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy dive deep into one of the most natural yet misunderstood aspects of human health and pleasure — orgasms. Beyond the obvious enjoyment factor, orgasms offer a wide range of surprising health and wellness benefits that many people don’t know about.Nick and Amy explore the science and research behind how orgasms can help relieve headaches, reduce stress, ease anxiety, and even help combat symptoms of depression. They discuss how sexual wellness is closely connected to overall physical and emotional health, and why understanding the benefits of intimacy is so important for long-term well-being.Throughout the episode, they break down ten fascinating facts about orgasms that highlight just how powerful they can be for the body and mind. From improved sleep quality and hormone regulation to pain relief, this episode sheds light on the many ways sexual health contributes to a balanced lifestyle.Whether you’re looking to learn more about sexual wellness, improve intimacy in your relationship, or simply understand the science behind pleasure and health, this episode offers valuable insights in a fun, educational, and engaging way.Tune in for another great conversation about intimacy, health, and living a more connected life!If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

We had a listener write in and share this experience. She and her husband have four kids and a great marriage. They’ve both decided they don’t want any more children. The challenge is that she feels a lot of anxiety around intimacy because she’s afraid of getting pregnant. She’s asked her husband to get a vasectomy, but he doesn’t want to, and he may have very valid reasons for feeling that way.So now they’re at a bit of a marital standoff. Neither of them knows what to do or how to resolve it.The truth is, they both have valid reasons. They both feel strongly about their perspectives. Neither one is necessarily right or wrong. But this is the kind of issue that, if left unresolved, can grow into a much bigger problem and create serious conflict and tension in the marriage.And this situation isn’t uncommon. In fact, it happens all the time. Couples often find themselves with differing opinions where both people feel justified and both may actually be right.So the question becomes: how do you resolve something like this?In situations like this, it’s easy for things to escalate. A wife might say, “Well, then we’re not going to be intimate until you go get a vasectomy,” drawing a hard line and issuing an ultimatum. On the other hand, a husband might respond with, “I’m not doing it, and you’re just going to have to deal with it,” which can leave his wife feeling dismissed and anxious every time intimacy comes up.You can see how dynamics like this, and so many others like it, can quickly lead to resentment, hurt feelings, and deeper marital strain.The good news is, there are solutions. Not just for this situation, but for the many conflicts couples face in marriage.In this episode, we’re going to share our thoughts on this specific scenario and also talk more broadly about how to navigate disagreements like this, the kinds that show up in marriages every single day.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

The grass is not greener in someone else’s marriage. It is green where you water it. We have learned that firsthand. There have been seasons where our marriage felt easy, connected, and full and other seasons where things felt off, not because love disappeared, but because we stopped being intentional. Most couples do not have a love problem. They have an attention problem. When something feels dry, it usually just means an area has not been nurtured.Over time, we have realized that strong marriages are built on six kinds of passion. Sexual. Fun. Emotional. Purpose. Growth. Spiritual. When these layers are healthy and working together, a marriage feels hot, joyful, deep, united, growing, and spiritually anchored. When even one is neglected, you can feel the shift.Sexual passion keeps the spark and exclusivity alive. Fun passion keeps you laughing and enjoying each other. Emotional passion creates safety and vulnerability. Purpose passion unites you around shared direction. Growth passion pushes you to become better together. Spiritual passion keeps everything centered and sacred. Each one plays a critical role. Sexual keeps your marriage exclusive. Fun keeps it light. Emotional keeps it secure. Purpose keeps it aligned. Growth keeps it progressing. Spiritual intimacy protects them all.If your marriage feels off, do not panic, evaluate. Ask yourselves which area needs more water right now. Not with criticism, but with curiosity and commitment. Thriving marriages are not built overnight. They are built through small, faithful investments over time. Start watering intentionally this week, and watch what begins to grow.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

What if the key to transforming your marriage isn’t more time, but clearer priorities?In this episode, Nick and Amy are joined by therapist Austin to discuss one foundational truth: your marriage should be your priority. Not work. Not kids. Not phones. The marriage.Austin explains that many couples enter therapy focused on surface problems or looking for a “bad guy.” But when couples strengthen their emotional, physical, and spiritual bond, many issues naturally improve. When the relationship is healthy, everything else such as parenting, careers, stress functions better.It’s Not About Time, It’s About IntentionPrioritizing your spouse doesn’t require hours each day. It’s often small, consistent actions:A thoughtful textPlanning intimacy before a busy dayProtecting date nightChoosing your spouse over your phoneThese simple efforts say, You matter to me.When a spouse feels prioritized, connection can rebuild quickly.The Distraction ProblemMost couples live in “urgent but not important” mode — constantly reacting to notifications, emails, and distractions while neglecting what matters most.If your marriage is truly the priority, it should go on the calendar first — not last.A weekly “couples council” can help you stay aligned: express appreciation, review schedules, and intentionally plan time together before filling your week with everything else.A Covenant MindsetMarriage isn’t just a commitment — it’s a covenant. When you drift, repair isn’t about blame. It’s about course-correcting and saying, You matter most. I’m all in.A strong, intimate, playful marriage isn’t complicated. It’s intentional.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

Is it just us… or is everyone exhausted?In this honest and relatable episode of The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy tackle a question so many couples are asking: Are we too tired for our marriage?Between careers, kids, packed schedules, hormones, and everyday stress, exhaustion feels constant, and intimacy is often the first thing to fade. But here’s the real challenge:Are you truly too tired… or have you stopped prioritizing your marriage?With humor and real-life perspective from 23 years of marriage, Nick and Amy unpack what’s behind the “I’m too tired” excuse, and how to shift back into connection.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:Why exhaustion is often more mental than physicalThe difference between being tired and simply boredWhy you find energy for what you’re committed toHow overscheduling drains your relationshipThe power of small, intentional momentsWhy putting your phone down changes everythingHow dividing responsibilities reduces burnoutWhy laughter, play, and celebration actually create energyA Powerful ReminderMarriage isn’t about feeling perfect every day — it’s about choosing to show up, even when you’re tired.Intimacy doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. Sometimes it’s five focused minutes, holding hands, a compliment, or protecting a weekly date night. If you have energy to scroll, you have energy to connect.If you’re exhausted, you’re probably doing a lot of good things. But this episode will challenge you to look at your priorities, set better boundaries, and intentionally protect your marriage.Because when you get out of boredom and back into connection, energy follows.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

It’s easy to think love in marriage is only shown through romance, gifts, or intimacy. But one of the most powerful ways to show love to your spouse is through healthy boundaries. Boundaries aren’t about control, distance, or keeping your spouse out, they’re about respect, emotional safety, and creating a marriage where both of you feel valued, understood, and protected.In this week’s episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, we sit down with therapist and expert Austin to talk about boundaries in marriage. Many couples wonder: Is it too late to set boundaries after years of marriage? What happens if we never established them early on? The answer is no, it’s never too late. Boundaries can be set at any stage of your marriage, and when implemented with intention, they actually strengthen connection, trust, and intimacy.Boundaries teach your spouse how to love you in the way you need. They show care by clarifying expectations, protecting your emotional space, and fostering mutual respect. Without boundaries, couples can unintentionally hurt each other, feel resentment, or struggle with emotional closeness. Whether you’ve experienced betrayal, miscommunication, or just want to prevent hurt from ever happening, boundaries are a key tool for maintaining a healthy, loyal, and passionate marriage.In this episode, we talk about:Why boundaries are an essential act of love in marriageHow to set boundaries together as a couple, even if you’re years into marriageThe boundaries we personally feel are most important and whyHow boundaries protect your emotional connection and help you prioritize your spouseHow implementing boundaries prevents small conflicts from becoming big issuesWe also discuss real-life examples and practical tips for couples to start setting boundaries today, plus guidance on how to communicate your needs respectfully and effectively. Boundaries aren’t about rules or rigidity—they’re about creating a safe, loving environment where both spouses can thrive emotionally, mentally, and physically.If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Is it too late to set boundaries in my marriage?” or “Will my spouse understand what I need?”, this episode is for you. You’ll learn how boundaries can actually bring you closer, deepen trust, and enhance intimacy. Austin shares expert insights, and we share personal stories and lessons that make these principles relatable and actionable for every couple.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

Nobody ever really teaches us how to be married. Most of us walk into marriage full of love and hope, but with very little understanding of what we’re actually stepping into. We come from different families, different upbringings, and different beliefs about money, sex, parenting, communication, and conflict. Then suddenly, we’re expected to blend all of that into one shared life.Marriage often feels like being thrown into the deep end and told to figure it out as you go. And for many couples, the struggle isn’t a lack of effort—it’s a lack of tools. We don’t know how to build the marriage we want, and sometimes we don’t even know what tools we’re missing.In this episode of Ultimate Intimacy, Nick and Amy talk about how many of us have unintentionally built patterns, habits, and even entire marriages we never meant to create. Not because we didn’t care, but because we were never taught how to do it differently. They explore why understanding this truth can change everything, and why learning to extend grace to ourselves and to our spouse may be one of the most powerful steps toward deeper connection and intimacy. If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, we take a fun and honest look at the unexpected side of marriage and the things no one really prepares you for. From those moments when Nick asks, “What’s wrong, sweetie?” and Amy answers, “Nothing”… which somehow means something 😉 to Amy realizing just how much patience marriage would require, especially with Nick during those first 15 years.We also take turns telling why and how we each came up with three things that were total shockers to us about marriage!From finally realizing why marriage needs to come before the kids, to Nick admitting that he misses how affectionate and "all over him" Amy was before kids—anyone else relate to that one?This episode is lighthearted, real, and full of moments every spouse can relate to. Whether you have been married for many years or are just starting out, you will find yourself laughing, nodding, and probably saying, “Yep, that is us!”What surprised you about marriage?What lessons have you learned that you never knew you would need?Email us and let us know! We would love to hear your stories so we can do a Part 2 episode.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

What if one simple weekly habit could transform your marriage? It certainly has for us!In this important episode of The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, we (Nick and Amy) dive into the power of the weekly marriage meeting, and why thriving couples don’t just hope intimacy and connection happen… they really do plan for it.From aligning busy schedules and tackling real-life stressors to creating space for emotional and physical intimacy, this conversation is practical, honest, and surprisingly fun. We share why intentional check-ins build trust, reduce conflict, and keep passion alive, without making your relationship feel like a business meeting. If you’ve ever felt disconnected, overwhelmed, or like life keeps getting in the way of your marriage, this episode will flip the script.Download the Marriage Meeting PDF on the ultimate intimacy app under the resources section, and then coupon and printables! If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

We recently received a heartfelt message from a listener whose spouse had an affair. They shared a question many couples face after betrayal: Is it truly possible to forgive? While their spouse has expressed deep remorse and appears sincere, the pain, broken trust, and emotional weight feel overwhelming. They want to move forward, but don’t know how, or even if forgiveness is possible.Betrayal in marriage comes in many forms, from seemingly small breaches of trust like a financial mistake, to deeply traumatic experiences like infidelity. No matter the size, betrayal can cause significant short- and long-term damage to intimacy, safety, and connection in a relationship.In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, we welcome back our good friend Austin Ellis to have an honest and compassionate conversation about healing after betrayal. Together, we explore what forgiveness really means (and what it doesn’t), why moving on isn’t a linear process, and how couples can begin rebuilding trust, whether reconciliation feels possible right now or not.If you or your spouse are navigating the aftermath of betrayal in any form, this episode offers hope, clarity, and practical insight for taking the next step forward to finding Ultimate Intimacy again in your relationship.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

Everyone wants a better intimate life, right? In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Amy and Nick dive into 10 simple things couples can do to improve intimacy in their marriage. These aren’t complicated or time-consuming, just small, intentional actions that can have a profound impact on your connection, closeness, and passion.We also talk about why taking baby steps is key. You don’t have to do everything at once, just pick one or two ideas, start implementing them, and watch your marriage transform. Whether your intimacy feels okay, routine, or already good but you want it even better, this episode is full of practical tips! So if you want the clothes coming off more often, join us for this fun podcast episode!If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

In this episode, we have Austin Ellis back with us to dive into what it really means and what it looks like to be a better wife in marriage. You are going to absolutely love this conversation. We have already talked about what it means to be a good, loving husband, but as we all know, marriage takes two. A healthy, thriving, and passionate marriage requires both spouses intentionally pouring into the relationship.In this episode, we explore what that looks like specifically for wives and how small, intentional choices can make a big impact on connection. Expert Austin Ellis, LMFT, shares practical insights, tools, and strategies couples can use to reconnect and strengthen their marriage. He dives into how spouses can move beyond simply getting their needs met and instead build a relationship where both spouses genuinely want to engage, feel emotionally connected, and rediscover passion together.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

A while back, we shared a video on social media about the importance of making time for intimacy, dating, and connection in marriage. One man responded strongly, explaining that he, and many other husbands, simply did not have the “time” and felt we did not understand the realities of busy life.What followed was a conversation that went back and forth for nearly three hours, centered on his belief that there was truly no time available to connect with his wife. At one point, Amy gently pointed out that while he felt he had no time for his marriage, he had found several hours to engage in the discussion and remain active on social media. The conversation ended shortly after, but the point remained clear.We hear this often. Couples talk about being too busy for date nights, postponing vacations, putting off intimacy, or avoiding deeper emotional connection. Yet we live in a world where convenience surrounds us. Food arrives in minutes, answers are instant, and entertainment is available at the push of a button.Still, many couples feel they do not have time for the most important relationship in their lives, their marriage.The truth is not that time is unavailable, but that it is often unintentionally allocated elsewhere. Screens, distractions, and endless obligations slowly take priority while marriage gets pushed to the margins. When couples begin to look honestly at how time is spent, even small shifts can create space for meaningful connection. Prioritizing marriage is rarely about finding more time, it is about choosing where our time goes.In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, we talk about why “too busy” is the ultimate relationship killer and the simple things you can do to reclaim your time, your connection, and your love, even in the middle of life’s chaos. If you’ve been putting your relationship on the back burner, this episode is your wake-up call.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

Ever wonder if your marriage can be fixed and repaired… or if it's too late? You’re not alone. The great news is... it's never too late, and repairing your marriage is much easier than you think by implementing the right tools and strategies. Tons of couples, and even just the spouses reach out to us asking how to repair and improve their relationships. That’s why we brought in Austin Ellis, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, to provide "the gold" on how to mend a relationship, even if you’re the only one trying.Nick is flying solo again in this episode (don’t worry, Amy hasn’t gone off the grid, she’ll be back soon). Tune in for insights, and some real talk about how to build stronger, healthier, and yes… slightly less chaotic relationships.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

Is curiosity the ultimate love language? On this episode of The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy dive deep into the power of staying curious in marriage, and why it might just be the key to emotional and sexual connection that lasts a lifetime.When you remain curious about your spouse, you notice the qualities that first drew you together, and you keep discovering new ones even if you've been married for a long time like we have. Curiosity and genuine interest prevents emotional stagnation and keeps intimacy alive.Nick and Amy share practical ways to nurture curiosity in your marriage:Ask open-ended questions that spark meaningful dialogueExplore new hobbies, adventures, and shared experiences togetherCelebrate evolving dreams and passionsKeep playfulness and laughter alive in everyday lifeThey also explore curiosity in the bedroom, showing how it can reignite sexual desire, deepen trust, and transform routines into playful, exciting exploration. Learn how to:Talk openly about fantasies and desiresTry new bedroom games and intimacy aidsCommunicate actively about intimacyCuriosity doesn’t just enhance pleasure, it builds emotional and sexual safety, strengthens conflict resolution, and keeps couples feeling seen, heard, and cherished.Whether you’re newlyweds or have been married for decades, this episode will inspire you to approach your spouse with fresh eyes, ask bold questions, and create a marriage that’s always growing, always exciting, and always intimate.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

Nick is flying solo in this episode and dives deep with Austin Ellis, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, into what it truly means, and more importantly how to become a better man, husband, and father. This conversation is packed with insights every man and can apply. This is also a great episode for the wife to listen to as well.Austin shares actionable advice and thought-provoking perspectives that will challenge and inspire you.This is a roadmap to building stronger bonds, deeper intimacy, and a more fulfilled life.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

We talk about this all the time on the Ultimate Intimacy podcast — emotional intimacy and sexual intimacy go hand in hand. You can’t expect a strong sex life if you’re not emotionally connected first.For most people, especially many women desire doesn’t start in the bedroom. It starts with feeling heard, valued, and emotionally safe. If that connection is missing, sexual intimacy often disappears right along with it.That’s why when couples say, “Our intimacy isn’t where we want it to be,” we usually ask them how the emotional connection is, and most the time it isn't connected either.When you focus on listening, showing appreciation, spending intentional time together, and connecting without pressure, walls come down and desire naturally begins to return.And here’s the exciting part... when emotional intimacy improves, sexual intimacy often comes back stronger than ever. Couples become more open, playful, and connected, and intimacy turns into something you both look forward to again.So if you want a better intimate life, don’t skip the foundation.Build emotional closeness first, and watch every part of your marriage thrive.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

One of the fastest ways intimacy erodes in marriage is through assumption.We assume our spouse knows what we need.We assume they understand how we feel.We assume love means they should just “get it.”But marriage doesn’t work on mind-reading as we have talked about before, it works on communication.When we assume things, we stop asking questions. And when we stop asking questions, we stop truly knowing our spouse. Over time, those assumptions turn into unmet expectations, and unmet expectations almost always lead to frustration, resentment, or emotional distance.Dr. John Gottman, one of the leading marriage researchers, talks about “bids for connection” the small moments where one spouse reaches out for attention, affection, or understanding. When those bids are ignored, often because of assumptions, couples slowly drift apart. Assumptions also damage sexual intimacy. When one spouse assumes rejection, disinterest, or “now’s not a good time,” desire goes unspoken. Silence replaces vulnerability. And eventually, intimacy feels awkward or distant, not because love is gone, but because communication is.In this episode, Nick and Amy talk about how making assumptions or assuming things in marriage can crate a lot of disconnect and conflict.Healthy marriages don’t assume. They ask.They clarify.They check in.They choose conversation over silence.Because love isn’t proven by how well you guess, it’s proven by how well you listen.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

In this episode of The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy break down how couples can stop “trying harder” and start creating real, lasting change in their marriage and good marriage goals couples should set for 2026 to help them find Ultimate Intimacy in their relationship.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

In many marriages, the higher-desire spouse ends up being the one who always initiates sex. Over time, that dynamic can leave the lower desire spouse feeling pressured, and the higher-desire spouse feeling unwanted or unseen.But here’s the truth: when the lower-desire spouse initiates, it can be incredibly powerful. It communicates love, desire, safety, and “you matter to me” in a way words alone never could.In this episode, Amy and Nick dive into 12 fun, flirty, and confidence-boosting ways the lower-desire spouse can initiate sex with a higher-desire spouse. They also share why sexual intimacy matters so deeply in marriage, and why initiative from the lower-desire spouse can be a total game-changer for connection, trust, and emotional closeness.If you want more passion, more playfulness, and a stronger bond in your marriage, then this episode is for you. 🔥If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.*This podcast was recorded a few years ago and is a re-run. Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

In most marriages (whether done intentionally or unintentionally), the lower desire spouse typically has complete control and say so when it comes to sex. They determine "if" a couple is going to have sex, "when" they are going to have sex, and everything related to sex in the relationship. Many husbands have expressed to us that they are the higher desire spouse and are scared to initiate sex with their wife for fear of rejection, having it cause an argument or conflict, and many other reasons. Because of this, and the fact that most women have a responsive desire style, many couples are not connecting sexually in their relationship (and often living in sexless marriages, or close to) because sex in the marriage is typically up to the wife.In this podcast episode Nick and Amy discuss the reasons why this is, and how couples can work together to find a balance in their sexual intimacy and relationship where both spouses needs and desires are being met, and sex is something that both spouses have mutual respect and control over in the relationship.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.*This episode was recorded and published a few years ago and we released it again.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, we (Nick and Amy) sit down with world-renowned author and counselor Dr. Gary Chapman, best known for The 5 Love Languages. With over 20 million copies sold and translations in more than 50 languages, Dr. Chapman has helped millions of couples transform their relationships.We talk with Gary about why it’s so vital to know and speak each other’s love languages, how to keep your spouse's “love tank” full, and why listening to understand, not just to respond, can transform your marriage. He also shares insights on staying curious, asking meaningful questions, and creating deeper emotional connection.This is a must-listen episode for any couple who wants to grow closer, communicate better, and truly transform their marriage.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

Even the strongest couples can fall into trap of making "common" mistakes that can slowly erode connection and intimacy. These mistakes often happen when we get complacent and think things are going well. In this episode, Nick and Amy share the top mistakes couples make, and the practical steps they used to rebuild trust and strengthen their own marriage. Whether you’re newly married or have been together for decades, this episode is packed with insights, stories, and actionable advice to help you grow closer and keep your relationship thriving.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

How often do you tell yourself, or hear from your spouse the phrase "I will try harder" and things never seem to get better? Things don't get better just by trying... you have to have a game plan and start doing.In this very impactful episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, we interview Nate Whitson where he reveals how to finally stop "trying" and actually start "doing" when it comes to breaking bad habits in your marriage, or in your personal life. He share the 4 things you can start doing that actually work!1. Make Bad Habits InvisibleNate breaks down how reshaping your environment weakens temptation instantly. When a habit is out of sight, it loses its power.2. Make Them UnattractiveLearn how to rewire the way you see your habits so they lose their appeal. A simple mindset shift can turn old patterns from comforting to unwanted.3. Make Them DifficultFriction works! Discover how adding small obstacles to harmful behaviors slows them down and gives you space to choose something better.4. Make Them UnsatisfyingBad habits stick because they reward you. We show you how to flip the reward system and create accountability and positive payoffs that strengthen your relationship.If there are some bad habits in your marriage, or in life, this episode can be a game changer for you!If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

Is your daily life starting to feel like a copy-paste loop? Wake up, work, errands, dishes, Netflix, sleep and repeat? Feeling like the movie ground hog day? Do you feel bored in your life and marriage. You’re not alone, MANY couples feel this exact same way. In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, we dive into a wonderfully practical and hope-filled conversation based on a fantastic blog article written by our good friend Nate Klemp, co-author of The 80/80 Marriage.Whether you’re juggling kids, jobs, carpools, and clutter… or you’re just noticing each day blending into the next. Instead of escaping domestic life or chasing constant thrill, he offers two simple but transformative ideas: little novelty and happy boredom.This episode is honest, relatable, and full of small shifts that can make a big difference in your connection as a couple. If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

Are you unknowingly putting your marriage on hold while you pour everything into parenting? In this episode of The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy break down the 7 signs that your kids may be taking priority over your relationship.Are your decisions centered around your kids’ schedules and activities?Do date nights rarely happen because you’re “too busy”?Do you feel guilty spending time alone together even though it hardly ever happens?Is there no time or energy left for your spouse at the end of the day?You’re not alone. So many couples fall into this cycle with the best intentions.Join us as we share personal insights, real-life examples, and practical ways to reconnect as a couple, while still being incredible parents. Because a strong marriage is one of the greatest gifts you can give your children, and prioritizing your relationship isn’t selfish… it’s essential.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

We have discussed in previous episodes the impact social media and our addictions to our screens is having on our marriages and relationships. In this episode, Nick and Amy interview Nate Klemp who is in the process of writing a new book titled "OPEN: Finding Freedom in a Screen Addicted and Divided World" which was released in 2024. We discuss many of the damaging effects our screens are causing to our marriages and to society. If you want to get a copy of this book, you can find it on the app under products. Some of the things we discuss:What was the most shocking statistic he came across while researching and writing this book.How people are "loosing their freedom" through their screen addiction.The ways our society is changing because of our screen addiction.What are the ways we can manage our screen addictions.How screen addiction is impacting marriages.As technology and social media is truly taking away our freedom and causing destruction throughout the world, how can we use it for good and not allow it to negatively impact our marriages? Want to find out, then listen to this amazing episode. THIS IS PROBABLY ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT EPISODES YOU WILL EVER LISTEN TO.This episode originally aired in 2022, but we felt it is so important and applicable even more so now days, that we wanted to share it again as it is a "must listen" for everyone. If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

DESIRE DECEMBER is here and this is exactly what your marriage needs. I don't know what kind of write up to do to explain what this episode is.. so you will just have to listen to the podcast episode to find out :)If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

Do you find yourself getting jealous because your spouse gives more attention to the kids, their phone, or even the dogs? Does everything else seem to take priority over your marriage? Or are you feeling jealousy due to some of the things that your spouse does?Jealousy in marriage is more common than we admit, and it can quietly erode even the strongest relationships. Jealousy causes resentment and frustration which can continue to grow.In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, we explore the complex emotions that arise when your spouse seems to give more attention to the kids, the pets, or even their phone. We discuss why these feelings happen, how they affect intimacy, and practical strategies to address them with honesty and compassion. Join us for a thoughtful conversation about navigating jealousy, strengthening trust, and fostering deeper connection in your marriage.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

Ever wonder why you and your spouse feel distant by the end of the day? It might have nothing to do with big issues and everything to do with your evening and bedtime routine. In this episode, we share some very simple things that our audience shared from our Instagram survey, like spending 30 minutes talking, putting phones away at 8, cuddling, or praying together, small habits that can be marriage changing.These intentional moments help you connect emotionally, spark intimacy, and end the day feeling close rather than distant. It doesn’t take hours, just consistent, meaningful actions that make your spouse feel seen, loved, and desired.In this episode Nick and Amy share poll answers, simple tips and stories to help conquer your bedtime routine so you can find more passion and unity in your relationship! If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!