The Marital Mission

Meet LeDo & Shameka, a husband-and-wife duo who love talking about marriage and relationships. Do they have it all together? Absolutely not, but they hope to help others with the lessons they've learned along the way.

Let's Keep It a Buck 06/05/2020

Let's Keep It a Buck If we sound tired in this episode, it's because we are.... /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/14704229

Take Care of Home 03/26/2020

Take Care of Home Our thoughts on the illest year ever. Stay healthy, y'all! /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/13706438

Life, Loot & Leisure 02/12/2020

Life, Loot & Leisure Whew! It's been a while, but we'll let you know all about what we've been up to in this episode. /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/13119044

Relationship OCD (Do You Have It?) 08/26/2019

Relationship OCD (Do You Have It?) We're back with Season 3! If you've ever had doubts about whether he or she is "the one" despite having a good relationship, this episode is for you. /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/10996706

Would You Rather? (25 Questions) 07/22/2019

Would You Rather? (25 Questions) Here's a fun way to get to know each other better, no matter how long you've been together: https://www.marriage365.org/blog/25-fun-questions-to-ask-your-spouse /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/10616369

For Better or Worse (All Vows Matter) 07/08/2019

For Better or Worse (All Vows Matter) If you haven't gone through a rough patch in your marriage yet, you can bet there's one on the way. The trick is knowing how to get through with your relationship not only intact, but better than ever. /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/10435778

Like Wine (Getting Older) 03/11/2019

Like Wine (Getting Older) Gray hair and wrinkles mean wisdom, right? In this episode, we evaluate the effect that getting older has had on our bodies and relationship as well as how it affects family dynamics (kids, aging parents, etc.) /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/8954831

7 Love Lessons (& Still Learning) 02/15/2019

7 Love Lessons (& Still Learning) Happy Valentine's Day! On this day of love, we reflect on the most impactful lessons we've learned these past seven years-- from soap etiquette (sigh) to the significance of sex. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/8642642

On the Job (Stress & Spouses) 02/12/2019

On the Job (Stress & Spouses) When you spend most of your day at work, it's bound to spill over into your home life in some way. So this week, we're discussing how we shield our relationship from this common trap. /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/8614421

Secure the Bag (Then Set a Budget) 01/22/2019

Secure the Bag (Then Set a Budget) This week, we discuss money because let's be real: there’s not much romance with jacked-up finance. Listen to this episode for money tips we've used in our marriage, and be sure to check out the resources we mentioned: /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/8351354

Can We Talk? (Right or Wrong) 01/07/2019

Can We Talk? (Right or Wrong) New year, new episode! Does love really change during marriage? How can we protect kids from the R. Kellys in our families? That's what we discuss in this episode after a long hiatus. /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/8158481

A Different World (Media Matters) 09/07/2018

A Different World (Media Matters) Can media influence our thoughts and behaviors in real life? In this episode, we're debating if the media we consumed while growing up had any effect on our views on love and marriage. /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/7018108

Level Up (& Fight Fairly) 08/08/2018

Level Up (& Fight Fairly) Heated conversations can lead to hurt feelings (and in extreme cases, divorce) if we aren't mindful of our words and actions. In this episode, we talk about how to elevate your conflict resolution style with maturity and the proper perspective. /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/6901435

Just the Two of Us (Teamwork) 07/18/2018

Just the Two of Us (Teamwork) You know the saying, "Two heads are better than one"? Well, what the phrase doesn't mention is that two are only better if they complement each other. So, what does this have to do with marriage? Press play to find out! /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/6824544

Down in the DM (Unless You're Married) 06/20/2018

Down in the DM (Unless You're Married) FB and IG. Likes and follows. Tweets and posts. That's right. We're talking social media and marriage. Press play to hear our thoughts on the matter. /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/6725029

Silence Isn't Golden (Reveal to Heal) 05/29/2018

Silence Isn't Golden (Reveal to Heal) ***TRIGGER WARNING*** We're discussing yet another sensitive topic that doesn't get discussed enough (especially as it relates to marriages): sexual abuse. Although we keep the conversation high-level, if you're a survivor, please take care of yourself while listening to this episode. /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/6643740

Show & Tell (Celebrating Marriages) 04/30/2018

Show & Tell (Celebrating Marriages) When was the last time you complimented someone on his or her marriage? Well in this episode, we discuss the importance of verbally esteeming the positive marriage examples around us, especially when it's so easy to gossip about the negative ones. /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/6536961

Tamborine (Play Your Part) 03/27/2018

Tamborine (Play Your Part) We watched Chris Rock's Netflix special, "Tamborine," and thought he had some great insights about what it takes to stay happily married today. Here's our commentary about what he had to say. /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/6413786

Individuality & Trust (It's a Balance) 03/12/2018

Individuality & Trust (It's a Balance) You asked, we answered...your questions about regaining lost trust and maintaining your individuality in marriage. If you'd like us to discuss a topic on another episode, let us know on social media! /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/6354432

Baby Please! (The Struggle Is Real) 02/20/2018

Baby Please! (The Struggle Is Real) What happens to a dream deferred, especially when that dream involves having a child? In this episode, we discuss how infertility can affect your marriage, your intimacy and even your faith. We pray that our transparency blesses those who are longing for children. /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/6280001

Men Are Trash (Emotional Hurt) 01/27/2018

Men Are Trash (Emotional Hurt) We're back and discussing "man-bashing" as well as how it affects the relationship between men and women. Be sure to check out The Grapevine web series on YouTube, which is the inspiration behind this episode, and let us know what you think in the comments! /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/6195052

Gumbo (This and That) 10/22/2017

Gumbo (This and That) And we're back on the mic after a long hiatus. In this episode, we discuss a little bit of this and a little bit of that regarding marriage. /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/5865190

S&M (Submission & Marriage) 08/18/2017

S&M (Submission & Marriage) No, not that kind of S&M (that topic was in the previous episode). This week, we're tackling submission and marriage. What does submitting really mean? Who should submit in marriage and to whom? Listen to our latest episode for our take on the matter. /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/5655427

Between the Sheets (or on Top of the Covers) 08/04/2017

Between the Sheets (or on Top of the Covers) Body count. Chandeliers. "Don't Say No" rule. Yep, we're talking about everyone's favorite pastime: SEX. /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/5609858

Mask Off (No Future In Frontin') 07/27/2017

Mask Off (No Future In Frontin') We're back with a quick episode about the different "masks" we tend to wear in our relationships and how to remove them. As always, let us know what you think on our website, Facebook, Instagram, iTunes, Google Play, YouTube, Soundcloud, and Stitcher! /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/5585291

Is You Single or Is You Married? (Word to Gucci Mane) 07/19/2017

Is You Single or Is You Married? (Word to Gucci Mane) Have you been acting like a wife/husband without the commitment of marriage? Or behaving like a bachelor(ette) but have a spouse at home? In this week's episode, we discuss how our mindsets and behaviors should reflect our relationship status and change when transitioning from singlehood to matrimony. Thanks for listening and remember to submit your #MissionAccomplished testimonies to to be featured on the show! /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/5549756

4:45 (Life After Infidelity) 07/13/2017

4:45 (Life After Infidelity) IssaFirstEpisode! Find out who we are, why we are here, what we think about Jay-Z's new song 4:44, and how to live a happily married life after cheating. Thanks for tuning in and don't forget to follow us on social media! /episode/index/show/themaritalmission/id/5536684

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