Marry Your Best Friend

Marry Your Best Friend

John & Suzanne have been married for 35 years and still love being together... most of the time. They live on a 125 year-old hobby farm with chicken, ducks, goats, pigs, horses, dogs and whatever else Suzanne wants to adopt. They also have three grown kids and a new daughter in law they adore. Little know fact:Suzanne doesn't want John to know how many pairs of shoes she owns and John doesn't want Suzanne to know just how many horses he owns, so it all works out.

Episodes

August 13, 2025 60 mins

John and Suzanne open up about what it means to “adopt” others into your family—no paperwork required. This episode shares their heartfelt decision to welcome a 33-year-old into their lives, stories of chosen family, and the importance of mentors. Discover simple ways to build community, invest in others, and expand your own definition of family.

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On this episode of the Marry Your Best Friend Podcast with John and Suzanne, titled “One of us wants a tattoo,” Suzanne reveals her bold new plan: of getting lyrics from a pop star tattooed on her skin! Tune in as the couple debate Suzanne's choice, the meaning behind picking these lyrics as permanent ink, and why John isn’t exactly thrilled about the idea.

They dive into the deeper reasons people choose to get tattoo...

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March 3, 2025 67 mins

In this entertaining episode of the Marry Your Best Friend podcast, hosts John and Suzanne delve into the intriguing world of disgust and how we can train ourselves to find certain things less revolting. Titled "One of Us Likes to Cut Off Balls...," the episode explores the concept of disgust-proneness through personal stories and humorous anecdotes from their life on a farm. Listen as John, who is self-admittedly "d...

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February 14, 2025 51 mins

Celebrating Birthdays and the Journey of Getting Older 🎂

Join John and Suzanne as they celebrate Suzanne's upcoming birthday and her outlook: "Whatever age I am is the new 30!" In this episode, they discuss the emotions and societal pressures surrounding aging, share advice on how spouses can support each other during milestones, and offer tips for making birthdays a celebration of life.

From refra...

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In the latest "Marry Your Best Friend" podcast episode, "One of Us Needs to Get Off Social Media," John and Suzanne explore how technology shapes modern relationships. Aimed at couples of all ages, they discuss both the perks and pitfalls of digital connectivity—from staying in touch via video calls to the challenges of screen time overshadowing quality time together. With personal anecdotes and practical tips o...

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January 29, 2025 62 mins

🛋️🎙️ Tune in to the "Marry Your Best Friend Podcast" with John & Suzanne! In this episode, they dive into the world of therapy, championing the idea that visiting a mental health professional should feel as natural and necessary as a trip to your primary care provider.

Both hosts, along with every other Stewart in the family, have navigated their own paths in therapy—John and Suzanne even saw four different...

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August 21, 2024 41 mins

🌞🎧 Ready to dive into the highs and lows of summer? Tune in to the latest episode of the "Marry Your Best Friend" podcast with John & Suzanne! This week, they're unpacking everything we love and hate about the sunny season. From pool days & summer camps to sunburns & mosquitoes, John & Suzanne cover it all with their signature humor and heartfelt insights. ☀️🌊

Don't miss out on this f...

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June 26, 2024 65 mins

Join John and Suzanne on the latest episode of the Marry Your Best Friend podcast as they celebrate their 35th anniversary and talk about their heartwarming road trip down memory lane. ❤️ From their visits to their colleges and sneaking into the church where they got married, this episode is a beautiful journey through their life and love story.

Plus, big news! 🗳️ John is running for the local school board and he needs yo...

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May 29, 2024 63 mins

This show is not really about cats... but about how people change over the course of a marriage. Join John and Suzanne as they reflect on how much they've evolved over the years and share insights on navigating these changes with your partner.

Tune in for heartfelt stories, practical advice, and a dose of humor as they explore:
* How people change throughout the course of a marriage
* Tips for couples on how t...

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April 25, 2024 50 mins

Join hosts John and Suzanne on a journey through the highs and lows of love and friendship. In this episode, they delve into the nitty-gritty of arguments and fighting within relationships. With over 38 years of experience navigating through their own bickering and disagreements, John and Suzanne bring a wealth of wisdom, humor, and insight to the table.

Every relationship encounters rough patches, but how do you navigate ...

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Join John and Suzanne as they tackle one of the most common yet challenging aspects of marriage: sharing household tasks.

In this candid conversation, John and Suzanne draw from their nearly 35 years of marriage to explore the dynamics of dividing chores and responsibilities. From the dishes to the laundry, learn how this couple navigates the often contentious topic of housework, offering valuable insights and practical ad...

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February 28, 2024 73 mins

Join John and Suzanne on the latest episode of the Marry Your Best Friend Podcast as they dive into the joys (and quirks) of getting older! From celebrating recent birthdays to sharing their secrets for staying young at heart, this dynamic duo dishes out wisdom, laughs, and plenty of love. 

Little known fact: Even though John and Suzanne both recently celebrated their birthdays, only one if them is actually aging.

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John & Suzanne both love to getaway from their daily grind... and many times it may be at a hotel within a few miles of their own home. They LOVE being tourists in their own home town. Join them on this episode and learn new ideas for dating your spouse, taking mini-vacations and other romantic escapades. 

Little known fact: Most hotel desk clerks never say anything if you book a senior rate while booking your reservat...

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John & Suzanne are like most couples and sometimes differ on their use and view of money. On this episode, they discuss their thoughts and experience on giving it away. Join them as they discuss Charity, Philanthropy and Volunteerism and how you might make a greater impact in your giving. 

Little known fact: Over 238 families of high net worth have signed the "Giving Pledge" committing over half their fortune...

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John & Suzanne occasionally sleep together and one of them dreams very vivid dreams. Join us on this episode as we discuss common dreams, sleeping habits and Suzanne's mother's unique (and sometimes annoying) gift of prophetic dreams. 

Little known fact: After 34 years of marriage, John has finally learned to apologize for things he does in Suzanne's dreams.

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John & Suzanne have been ringing in the new year together for 38 years.... and one of them loves making resolutions. Join them on this review of 2023 and a discussion on how to enter 2024 with some achievable goals and plans for a successful year. 

Little known fact: John and Suzanne have been through Dave Ramsey"s Financial Peace University more times than anyone but still don't have a budget.

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2023 marks the 38th Christmas season for John & Suzanne... in fact their first kiss was at Christmas. Join them on this special holiday episode where they discuss Christmas memories, traditions and some of their best gifts ever received. 

Little known fact: John can never hold a secret for long and always wants to give Suzanne her gifts early. Like today when he presented Suzanne her Christmas present during the podcas...

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December 21, 2023 46 mins

John & Suzanne have been married for over 34 years and one of them loves TV... like LOVES IT. Join them on this episode as they mention well over 100 television shows from their childhood, teens and adult life. And if anyone has a lot of money, Suzanne would make a great reality series.

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John & Suzanne have been married for a LONG time (34+ years) and well, the odds are one of them will be single someday. Join them on this episode as they ponder life as a single person and what dating apps might work best for finding their new love.

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John & Suzanne have been married over 34 years and one of them knows more about pills than most... and Suzanne's purse is usually filled with at least 10 different pill bottles. Join us as we talk about pharmacies, insurance, big pharma and all kinds of other things.

Oh, and somehow we talked about pills for over an hour and never mentioned Elvis.

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