You Gotta Love LOVE
by Michele and Elliot Allen
A podcast hosted by married couple Michele and Elliot Allen. The podcast was created to bring more love and light into this crazy world. It will bring a positive light on marriage. Other married couples will also be interviewed to give their marriage story. We are all "man and wife; married for life".
Episodes
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Team Allen - Married A Whole 15 Years!
May 2021 marks 15 years since Elliot and Michele's Gown and Tux wedding. In today's episode, they discuss what they've learned about marriage and each other over these last 15 years.
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Marriage and The Pandemic
In this week's episode, Elliot and Michele discuss what has effected 99% of the world-- Covid-19 Pandemic. They discuss the Pandemic is having on marriage and family based on what others are saying and even their own personal experiences.
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New Year Goal Planning
In this week's episode Elliot and Michele talk about setting goals for the new year. They discuss ways to goal plan for your marriage, family, and individual self. They also share some ways in how they goal plan for themselves.
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Parenting and Adult Children with Ken and Janice Harvey
This is a dual episode with our brother podcast Life's GPS. We were fortunate to have Ken and Janice back on for a second show, but this time we focused on parenting and in their case parenting with adult children. It was a great episode with many ah-ha moments (as Oprah would say). In this…
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Season 3 Intro: We're back!!!
Hello everyone! Team Allen is back in the building and You Gotta Love LOVE podcast is back! We've missed you all! In today's episode we just kept it short and sweet to say hello and let you know what we are planning for Season 3. You Gotta Love LOVE Podcast is hosted by married couple Elliot and...
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Why Aren't Marriages Lasting Like Our Grandparents Generation?
In today's episode we answer a questions a podcast friend asked on his social media pages..."Why aren't marriages lasting like our grandparents generation?". Boy did he get some responses. So lets dig into this.
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Strong Minds Come Together with Christopher and Adrian Goodwin
In this week's episode we had the pleasure to have on Christopher and Adrian Goodwin. They are such a dynamite couple that shared so much with us. We covered quite a few things including How did they meet? What was their mindset before even dating? Transitioning from friendship to dating Working…
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Ride or Die?
Who hasn't heard the phrase "Ride or Die?" at some point in life. The question is...what does that term really mean? You've got to know that we have our opinions and a different point of view to this phrase.
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In Sickness And In Health--Corona Virus Testimony with Kendall and Athenia Rodney
In today's episode we speak with the Rodney's about their experience with the entire family being diagnosed with Corona Virus and it's effect on the marriage and family. This interview is needed today. To hear from people that are living this. Please listen and share with others as we all are...
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Planning A Wedding-- Reminisce About Our Wedding Day
Hey everyone! Join us today as we reminisce about our gown/tux wedding day on 5/6/2006. We also cover what our thinking was at that time in our young lives and the challenges of planning a wedding. Join us on this memory train.
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Family Vacation- Annual Family Fun Challenge
Today's episode is something a little different. My wife and I have been dying for a vacation and lets be honest....after all this Covid-19 pandemic. Due to Covid-19 we won't be able to have our annual Family Fun Challenge as usual. So we decided to do something a bit different and challenged our...
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Balancing Marriage and Finances/Career
Hoping you all are staying safe during this Corona Virus pandemic times. We are going to re-air a set of shows that originally aired a year ago that we think are relevant to what's going on today and to the added stressors onto our marriages and relationships. These are stressful times and I know...
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Cabin Fever
In today's episode Michele and Elliot discuss a "What Would You Do?" letter and a study discuss the sexual peak of men and women.
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Corona Virus Quarantine Fun -- 90s R&B Male Group Sweet 16
Hello family! Elliot and I are hoping this episode reaches you and you're doing well. While we are going through this Corona Virus Pandemic and many states are on a quarantine (including out state of NY) we wanted to bring some sunshine to your day. This was something we found trending on the...
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Family Series: Men Talk - Millennial Panel (part 2 of 2)
In today's episode, we are airing the episode from my husband's podcast Life's GPS. We conclude our Millennial Men's Panel. These young men really came with some great perspective. We covered As a man what is femininity to you? What is masculinity? Gender roles Are there "quality women" out here...
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Family Series: Men Talk - Millennial Panel (part 1 of 2)
In today's episode, we are airing the episode from Elliot's solo podcast Life's GPS. I finally am able to bring the men's millennial panel to complement the two part women's millennial panel that aired a couple weeks ago. All I can say it's another great episode with some amazing young men. We...
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You Gotta Love LOVE! One Year Anniversary Show
Hey guys! We can't believe it's been 1 full year (2/13/2020) that we have been podcasting and specifically podcasting this show. Amazing! Thank you all soooo much for rocking with us this past year. So much more to come. Stay tuned! In today's episode we talk about YGLL one year recap and lessons...
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Family Series: Women Talk-Millennial Panel (part 2 of 2)
So today we continue with our female millennial panel conversation from last week. We light the fire even higher with part 2. Take a listen! We covered: How men respond to independent women Male vs female maturity today Dating today with the invention of social media How men deal with women…
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Family Series: Women Talk-Millennials (part 1 of 2)
Today we continue with the male/female panels discussing relationships and life in today's society. For the next two episodes we will play a panel we had with younger women from the Millennial generation and their take on things. Some questions repeat from the first panels but it's eye opening to...
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Kobe and Vanessa Bryant-- You Gotta Love Love
In today's episode we had to take a moment and speak on the tragic untimely death of former NBA player Kobe Bryant, his 13 year old daughter Gigi and their friends in the helicopter crash from over the weekend. I think we can all agree this news hit us different. Let talk about it and try to...
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Institution of Marriage??
In today's solo episode Michele and Elliot discuss how marriage is viewed and shown today vs past generations. They ask the question if people are even getting married anymore in today's world compared to 50 years ago.
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Keeping Up With The Jones...A Hall of Fame Couple with Jeremiah and Verdel Jones
In today's episode, we sit and talk with a couple that has over 30 years of marriage on their life's resume. Jeremiah and Verdel were such a treat to have on. Make sure to have you pen and paper ready because they drop some jewels today! We covered How the met Mindset of dating while in high…
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REWIND: How Lying Her Way To The Altar Got Them Happily Married with Dudley and Magdalina Sylvain
In this week's Rewind for the holidays we chose to replay our most downloaded episode in YGLL podcast history! Take a listen! We enjoyed Dudley and Magdalina. Today we will hear an interview with Dudley and Magdalina Sylvain. This young couple has a great story/testimony as to how they became to...
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REWIND: Communication Is Key with Ken and Janice Harvey
Happy Holidays everyone! Today's episode is a rewind of one of our favorite couples we interviewed. These marriage veterans dropped many nuggets so make sure to take a few notes. In this episode we had a candid conversation with Former NFL Linebacker Ken Harvey and his amazing wife Janice Harvey....
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Like and Support
In today's episode Michele and Elliot talk about the importance of "liking" your spouse and supporting your spouse. Words we don't usually hear often when speaking about what you want in a relationship.
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Informational: Let's Talk Real Estate with Yadlynd Cherubin-Eide
In our first episode in the Informational series for Season 2, Elliot and Michele sit with NY state licensed realtor Yadlynd Cherubin-Eide and discuss the in's and outs of home ownership. These informational episodes are meant to educate. No one knows everything so these episodes are to help you...
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How True Friendship Led to Marriage with Sean and Michelle Clark
In today's episode, we talk with Sean and Michelle Clarke (founders of Double Dutch Aerobics). They were so great to speak with and their story is even more profound. We cover a lot of things but some areas covered include How "jail time" brought them together How Michelle didn't realize she was…
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Midlife Crisis Ahead! - Dealing With Michele's Pre-Midlife Crisis
In today's episode, Michele and Elliot have a very transparent moment and discuss Michele having a midlife crisis this past summer.
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Team Taking Action with Erick and Melissa Gargantiel
In today's episode, Team Allen interviews a former high school classmate of Michele's. When we say this episode was a powerful testimony for marriage. It was a Blessing to interview these guys and we know it will Bless you also. Some things covered in this episode include: How a cat brought them...
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Wrap-up of State of Womanhood and Manhood Panels
In today's episode Elliot and Michele give their thoughts on how the State of Womanhood and State of Manhood Panels went. They answer a few of the questions given to the panels like What is a quality man? What is a quality woman? What do you think about Fantasia's comments regarding "submission"?...
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Woman Talk- State of Womanhood Panel (part 2 of 2)
In today's episode it's part 2 of the Women's panel discussing the state of womanhood. Man the grease gets even hotter than part 1. In this half we cover... The decision making process in your marriage Discussing Fantasia's comments about submission in marriage Having vision and importance of men...
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Listening With A Purpose: A Recap of the Manhood Panel
In this episode Elliot and Michele recap last two episodes which was an all male panel discussing manhood.
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Men Talk: A Panel On Manhood (part 2 of 2)
In today's episode, we are airing the last half of the all male panel conducted by Elliot discussing manhood today. We continue on the topics for part 1 but also dive into the topics of: Singer, Fantasia Barrino, statement made during an interview about submission in marriage Statement made on...
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Men Talk: A Panel On Manhood (part 1 of 2)
Welcome back to the first official episode of You Gotta Love LOVE podcast second season! We are starting it off with a bang. We doing a cross-over episode with Elliot's podcast Life's GPS. In this episode Elliot has a panel of men and they discussed the state of manhood today. Some topics in this...
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Growing Into Marriage
In today's episode, we discuss growing into your marriage. There is levels to this. Some topics we cover include: Signs that you are growing into marriage Is growing into your marriage automatic? What are some tips to help you grow into your marriage? Can you grow out of your marriage and how do…
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Persistence Turns Childhood Crush Into Lifetime Love with Bidjamson and Jessica Darius
In this episode, Elliot and Michele interview Bidjamson (aka BJ) and Jessica Darius. Topics covered: How BJ pursued Jessica Their longest date ever Tricks they use to keep their marriage fresh Laying standards for their relationship way before marriage What they do every morning Discuss their…
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Tools For Our Marriage Tool Box
In today's episode, we discuss detailed tools we use for our marriage to deal with the issues in life that can impact a marriage including health, finances/career, drama, infidelity.
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Communication In Stages
In today's episode we speak about the importance of communication based on events that have been happening around us the last few weeks. We break it down and talk about What is communication and why is it important? How do we establish communication in the different levels of our...
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Our Love Story-- How We Came To Be
In this episode we discuss how we got together and share with your a brief overview of our love story. Let's see who remembers what after being married for 14 years in September 2019. LOL! How to support the podcast: Subscribe to this podcast and share with others. Don't keep us a secret! Leave a...
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When You're Meant To Be with Benjamin and Rita Pardo
In today's episode we spoke to Benjamin and Rita Pardo. Rita is my naturalista sista and also has her own natural bath, body, and home line. I love her products and support because she makes quality products. In this episode we cover: How and wehere Rita and Ben met Dealing with current...
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Balancing Marriage and Aging Parents
In today's solo episode we are discussing on the topic of learning to deal with aging parents and how it can and will effect your marriage. We discuss How our parents effect our mentalitiy on relationships How our parents effect our mentality on dating The role our in-laws play in our marriage…
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Let's Talk Couple's Therapy with Dr. Laura Louis
Today we speak with licensed psychologist Dr. Laura Louis, founder of Atlanta Couple Therapy. Dr. Laura specializes in couples counseling especially in the area of infidelity. After episodes 11 and 13 discussing common factors that cause divorce we wanted to have a professional on the show to...
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VACATIONS!!
In this episode we discuss our views on taking vacations as a married couple. Do you believe it's important to take vacations just the two of you? Where do you like to vacation together? Mentioned in episode: Carnival Cruise Line Walt Disney World Las Vegas, Nevada Disney Vacation Club How to...
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How Lying Her Way To The Alter Got Them Happily Married with Dudley and Magdalina Sylvain
Today we will hear an interview with Dudley and Magdalina Sylvain. This young couple has a great story/testimony as to how they became to be. So much so that Magdalina wrote a book titled "How I Lied My Way To The Altar...And Now I'm Happily Married". In this episode we spoke about.... moving...
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EP 16: Having a Strong Marriage Foundation
Solo episode today! We talk about the importance of a strong foundation for any relationship. Topics Covered: What is important in laying your marriage foundation Discussing how social media and cell phones impact our foundations daily Being an individual in marriage Elliot's reaction to…
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EP 15: Finding Long Distance Love with Michael and Myisha Dorsey
In this episode we speak with Mike and Myisha about their love. We cover: How they got together with family nudging and Divine intervention Handling a long distance relationship pre-social media Being open for love after heartbreak When Mike realized Myisha was "the One" while attending a wedding...
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EP 14: Keeping The Spark In Your Marriage with Yolaunda Mclain
We are re-airing our most downloaded episode of the YGLL podcast to date. Let's keep the spark in our marriages LIT! Enjoy!!! How to support the podcast: Subscribe to this podcast on and share with others. Don't keep us a secret! Leave a comment in Apple podcasts Follow us on IG...
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EP 13: Marriage Factors (part 2)-Top 10 Factors That Cause Divorce
In this episode we discuss the top 10 reasons divorce happen according to an article found on marriage.com 10 Most Common Reasons for Divorce by Shellie Warren How to support the podcast: Subscribe to this podcast on and share with others. Don't keep us a secret! Leave a comment in Apple podcasts...
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EP 12: Communication Is Key with Ken and Janice Harvey
In this episode we had a candid conversation with Former NFL Linebacker Ken Harvey and his amazing wife Janice Harvey. Full disclosure...these wonderful people are Michele's aunt and uncle. LOL! Some things we covered included... How they met Their hilarious engagement story Being married to a...
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About this show
A podcast hosted by married couple Michele and Elliot Allen. The podcast was created to bring more love and light into this crazy world. It will bring a positive light on marriage. Other married couples will also be interviewed to give their marriage story. We are all "man and wife; married for life".
Hosted by
Michele and Elliot Allen