Work. Love. Balance.

Work. Love. Balance.

Think MasterClass — but for couples building life, legacy, and love together. Hosted by married duo Mr. Mike & Mrs. Chrish who are balancing marriage, parenting, purpose, and entrepreneurship. Work Love Balance is your honest space for real stories, heartfelt lessons, and spiritual grounding. Through real conversations, spiritual insight, personal lessons, and unfiltered reflections, we share what it looks like to balance marriage, faith, family, and entrepreneurship without losing what matters most. We’re here to grow with you — in love, in business, and in faith.

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May 27, 2025 48 mins

In this episode, we dive into grit, finishing your race, and the power of the words you speak over yourself. It’s about pushing through, showing up, and speaking life even when it’s hard.

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In this week’s episode, we talk about what happens after the leap of faith. Starting something new whether it's a dream, relationship, business, position, life chapter or calling, doesn’t always come with confidence, clarity, or completion. But the act of starting sets transformation in motion.

This episode is a reminder that becoming isn’t instant—it’s a process. And sometimes, the doing is what shapes you into who you’re meant to ...

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In this special Mother’s Day episode, we reflect on the beauty, resilience, and sacred calling of motherhood. Join us as we share a heartwarming story from Alma Backyard Farms' Mother’s Day Brunch in Compton — a moment that reminded us how deeply mothers are seen, celebrated, and planted in love.

Whether you're a new mama, a seasoned one, or honoring a mother no longer here, this episode is for you. It’s a reminder that you were cre...

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In this episode of Work Love Balance, we dive into what it truly means to pursue inner excellence—a mindset that impacts how we lead, love, build, and show up every single day. Inspired by the book Inner Excellence by Jim Murphy, we share personal stories about perseverance, handling loss, and choosing belief over fear.

🧠 Word of the Week: Discipline – the engine that drives purpose forward, even when motivation fades. 🔥 Challenge...

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April 29, 2025 25 mins

In this episode of the Work Love Balance Podcast, we dive into the powerful idea that before you become the person you’re striving to be, you must first do. You don't become ready. You do your way into readiness. It’s about stepping into your vision even when you don’t feel fully qualified — and trusting that the process will shape you into the person you're meant to become.


We also want to give a special thank you to ✨K...

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Sweet Valentine Bakery owned by husband and wife Matt and Kat Valentine loves to share sweet treats with great people at their new storefront located at 17401 Avalon Blvd in Carson, CA. The classically Southern-inspired menu includes Maple Brown Butter Cake, Banana Pudding, Peach Cobbler & more! Enjoy our episode recorded at the bakery. Follow Sweet Valentine Bakery on Instagram: @sweetvalentinebakery
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March 30, 2024 12 mins
Keep taking the shots! Enjoy this episode! ✨ Follow us on Instagram: @mrschrish @mikeofalwd @alwdcompany
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March 21, 2024 43 mins
Follow us on Instagram: @alwdcompany @mrschrish @mikeofalwd. References: https://www.faithdrivenentrepreneur.org
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February 22, 2024 38 mins
Live from our “mobile” studio! 😂 Follow us @alwdcompany @mrschrish @mikeofalwd A Beard Like My Dad Children’s book available now in store and online at Barnes & Noble
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January 30, 2024 47 mins
Compton’s Original Seafood & Chicken owned by Mrs. Chrish parents the Colbert’s is open for business! Compton’s Original Seafood & Chicken is Located at: 1526 Wilmington Ave. Compton CA 90220 Follow @comptonsoriginalseafood < Episode References: Fly Compton @flycompton www.flycomptonfoundation.org Carla’s Closet @shopatcc. The Legacy Summit by NHS LA County. For details and registration, call 213.381.2862 or click nhslacounty.org/l...
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January 19, 2024 26 mins
The key is consistency & knowing your balance. Follow us on Instagram >>> @alwdcompany @mrschrish @mikeofalwd @weardcproper Have a question or topic to share? Email Us: c@alifewelldressed.com
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January 13, 2024 79 mins
Thank you for listening! References: Vagus Nerve (not sciatica nerve) Email Us: c@alifewelldressed.com Follow Us on Instagram: @alwdcompany @mrschrish @mikeofalwd @weardcproper
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February 4, 2023 41 mins
We’re Back and in the car! Social Media: @alwdcompany @michaelofalwd @mrschrish
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January 27, 2022 46 mins
Confessions from Michael and Christian! The conversation got real confessional. Episode references: Nordstrom Statement Cap collection: https://www.nordstrom.com/sr/A%20life%20well%20dressed A Beard Like My Dad Book on Amazon and A Life Well Dressed website: A Beard Like My Dad https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578999641/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_QAW3S1DN7XTMJJWPH4NF https://alifewelldressed.com Social Media: @mrschrish @michaelof...
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August 9, 2021 42 mins
In this episode we talk about our latest couple read Called To Create by Jordin Raynor. We also discuss a powerful podcast episode from The His & Her Money Show that featured the founder Mignon Francois founder of the Cupcake Collection. This episode completely shifted our perspective on our work and call. Links : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-his-and-her-money-show/id932630328 Listen to Called to Create by Jordan Ra...
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July 31, 2021 37 mins
On this episode not only do we recap our week but one of our favorite shows, “The Shop” on HBO. This episode we had some big laughs, discussing Lebron James , Space Jam and some major gems from DJ Khalad. Tap in and enjoy!
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July 24, 2021 34 mins
In this episode we address intimacy and the importance of maintaining it through the busy seasons of marriage. Intimacy is in the details and we explain its importance from both of our equally weighted perspectives. Thank you Morgan for our music! https://instagram.com/mdglasper?utm_medium=copy_link
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April 26, 2021 27 mins
At almost 1am Michael and Christian share the tales of the two cities that they were raised in and how it influenced them professionally, and creatively. The cities are distinct in their own right but their tales might be more similar than you think.
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April 22, 2021 29 mins
Welcome back!! In this episode we share our New Balance as parents of three, individuals, within our marriage and as a husband and wife team. Special thank you to Morgan Glasper @mdglasper for providing us with one of one flaming beats for our podcast!
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September 18, 2020 45 mins
Inspired by Nina Simone, on this episode, we bring back FREESTYLE THERAPY to express our experiences as Young, Gifted & Black professionals. From the east to west coast, college students to professionals, we reflect on our experiences and how they impacted us then and now. Our journey as YGBs ultimately lead us to Entrepreneurship. With this episode, we’ve also launched our first WLB merch! Check out the collection at alifewelldres...
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