Midwest Married

Midwest Married

Two people who dated for a dozen years. Relationships. Babies. In-laws. Weddings. Losing friends, making friends. Not in that order, but we’re giving our takes on it all! Follow us on socials: https://www.instagram.com/midwestmarried/ https://www.youtube.com/@MidwestMarriedPodcast

Episodes

August 6, 2025 65 mins
Welcome back to another episode of Midwest Married. Maintaining a happy/healthy relationship, kids, friendship, intimacy and everything else that could come at you in this crazy thing we call life.

It’s been a minute… okay, more like a few weeks. Between house buildilng, summer vacation, family wedding planning, and life throwing curveballs left and right, things have been a little chaotic. But the mics are back on, t...
Mark as Played
Welcome back to another episode of Midwest Married. Maintaining a happy/healthy relationship, kids, friendship, intimacy and everything else that could come at you in this crazy thing we call life.

Ever have one of those nights where everything’s fine… but the vibe is just off? Yeah, us too. In this episode, we talk about what happens when you’re married but not exactly syncing up—whether it's timing, mood, or just st...
Mark as Played
July 2, 2025 72 mins
Welcome back to another episode of Midwest Married. Maintaining a happy/healthy relationship, kids, friendship, intimacy and everything else that could come at you in this crazy thing we call life.

We’re lighting the fuse on 4th of July chaos—because nothing says “America” like boating accidents, pool cacti (yes, really), and relatives who think your RSVP is mandatory. From Reddit stories that’ll make you laugh and cr...
Mark as Played
June 25, 2025 56 mins
Welcome back to another episode of Midwest Married. Maintaining a happy/healthy relationship, kids, friendship, intimacy and everything else that could come at you in this crazy thing we call life.

52 episodes in, and what better way to celebrate than by talking all things anniversary—from sweet traditions to total disasters.

This week, we’re serving up hot takes on practical vs. passionate gifts, debating if...
Mark as Played
Welcome back to another episode of Midwest Married. Maintaining a happy/healthy relationship, kids, friendship, intimacy and everything else that could come at you in this crazy thing we call life.

We kicked off this episode with a throwback to middle school choir—warming up our voices like we were about to perform at a 7th grade talent show (spoiler: we weren’t).

From there, it’s a wild ride through some of ...
Mark as Played
June 4, 2025 67 mins
Welcome back to another episode of Midwest Married. Maintaining a happy/healthy relationship, kids, friendship, intimacy and everything else that could come at you in this crazy thing we call life.

From Dome Home to Dream Home — this week on Midwest Married, we're sharing a personal chapter that’s been a year in the making. We walk you through how we bought a collapsing dome home (yes, really), tore it down, and began...
Mark as Played
May 21, 2025 81 mins
Welcome back to another episode of Midwest Married. Maintaining a happy/healthy relationship, kids, friendship, intimacy and everything else that could come at you in this crazy thing we call life.

From silent side-eyes to full-on betrayal, this week’s episode is all about Girl Code—what it is, how it’s broken, and why it matters. We get into the unwritten rules of loyalty, whether it’s backing your bestie, not dating...
Mark as Played
May 14, 2025 61 mins
Welcome back to another episode of Midwest Married. Maintaining a happy/healthy relationship, kids, friendship, intimacy and everything else that could come at you in this crazy thing we call life.

This week on Midwest Married, it's all about roommates. We’ve all had a roommate who left dishes in the sink or cranked the thermostat a little too high — but what about the one who stole your vibrator?

Or the one ...
Mark as Played
May 7, 2025 96 mins
Welcome back to another episode of Midwest Married. Maintaining a happy/healthy relationship, kids, friendship, intimacy and everything else that could come at you in this crazy thing we call life.

This week on Midwest Married, we get personal about the "Birds & the Bees" convo while reliving our own memories of the talk. We dive into some jaw-dropping Reddit stories that make puberty even more complicated than it...
Mark as Played
April 30, 2025 39 mins
Welcome back to another episode of Midwest Married. Maintaining a happy/healthy relationship, kids, friendship, intimacy and everything else that could come at you in this crazy thing we call life.

Buckle up—our third episode of listener write-ins takes us everywhere. We kick things off with the excitement of moving out at 18... but make it spicy by adding a significant other to the mix. Nothing tests young love quite...
Mark as Played
Welcome back to another episode of Midwest Married. Maintaining a happy/healthy relationship, kids, friendship, intimacy and everything else that could come at you in this crazy thing we call life.

It’s birthday season over at Midwest Married—and with all the candles comes all the chaos. In this episode, we unwrap everything from cake catastrophes to over-the-top efforts to make someone feel special (and the ungratefu...
Mark as Played
April 16, 2025 102 mins
Welcome back to another episode of Midwest Married. Maintaining a happy/healthy relationship, kids, friendship, intimacy and everything else that could come at you in this crazy thing we call life.

The in-laws… oh yeah, we’re going there.

This week, we’re diving into the beautiful disaster that is in-law dynamics — and we brought our buddy Joe Polecheck along for the ride. From family group chat drama to the ...
Mark as Played
April 9, 2025 79 mins
Welcome back to another episode of Midwest Married. Maintaining a happy/healthy relationship, kids, friendship, intimacy and everything else that could come at you in this crazy thing we call life.

This week on Midwest Married, we explore the wild, emotional ride of discovering long-lost family members you never knew existed. From uncovering half-siblings to the heart-wrenching choice between adoptive and biological p...
Mark as Played
March 5, 2025 64 mins
Welcome back to another episode of Midwest Married. Maintaining a happy/healthy relationship, kids, friendship, intimacy and everything else that could come at you in this crazy thing we call life.

Buckle up, because this week, we’re talking near-death experiences—the kind that make you rethink all your life choices… or at least laugh about them later. 😅

It all started when Matt took a dive off a ladder (yes...
Mark as Played
February 26, 2025 85 mins
Amy’s bestie Sarah Karl is back as we dive into the real side of travel—because let’s be honest, bringing kids means it's a trip, not a vacation. We’re talking about the joys (and challenges) of traveling with parents, the importance of having a solid friend crew to travel with, and, of course, some wild Reddit travel stories that will make you rethink your next trip.

From family traditions on the road to how the righ...
Mark as Played
February 19, 2025 75 mins
House projects: A true test of love, patience, and whether or not you’ll make it out still speaking to each other. From quick fixes that turn into weekend-long sagas to the ultimate challenge—building bunk beds without a meltdown, Matt and Amy dive into the reality of tackling projects as a couple.

  • Hanging curtains? Should’ve hired a professional.
  • Grocery runs? Why do we even have a list if we’re not foll...
Mark as Played
February 12, 2025 60 mins
Second chances – are they a blessing or a big ol’ mistake? In this episode of the Midwest Married Podcast, we dive deep into the messy, heartwarming, and sometimes straight-up chaotic world of giving people another shot. From stories of rekindled connections (and regrets ) to wild Reddit tales of love, betrayal, and redemption, this episode has it all.

Can people truly change? Is a second chance a fresh start or just ...
Mark as Played
February 5, 2025 77 mins
Welcome back to another episode of Midwest Married. Maintaining a happy/healthy relationship, kids, friendship, intimacy and everything else that could come at you in this crazy thing we call life.

is week, we’re diving into listener write-ins that hit deep. We’re talking about body image struggles after giving birth and the desire to still feel attractive, the emotional rollercoaster of facing potential infertility, ...
Mark as Played
January 29, 2025 98 mins
Welcome back to another episode of Midwest Married. Maintaining a happy/healthy relationship, kids, friendship, intimacy and everything else that could come at you in this crazy thing we call life.

Parenting isn’t for the faint of heart, and this week, we tackled the latest Surgeon General warning highlighting the critical importance of parental mental health. We unpacked the unique stressors parents face, the delicat...
Mark as Played
January 22, 2025 54 mins
Welcome back to another episode of Midwest Married. Maintaining a happy/healthy relationship, kids, friendship, intimacy and everything else that could come at you in this crazy thing we call life.

Winter: the season of cozy nights, frosty mornings, and frigid frustrations. In this week’s Midwest Married, we’re bundling up to tackle the icy truths of winter living. From the misery of clearing snow off cars and braving...
Mark as Played

Popular Podcasts

    Football’s funniest family duo — Jason Kelce of the Philadelphia Eagles and Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs — team up to provide next-level access to life in the league as it unfolds. The two brothers and Super Bowl champions drop weekly insights about the weekly slate of games and share their INSIDE perspectives on trending NFL news and sports headlines. They also endlessly rag on each other as brothers do, chat the latest in pop culture and welcome some very popular and well-known friends to chat with them. Check out new episodes every Wednesday. Follow New Heights on the Wondery App, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to new episodes early and ad-free, and get exclusive content on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. And join our new membership for a unique fan experience by going to the New Heights YouTube channel now!

    The Breakfast Club

    The World's Most Dangerous Morning Show, The Breakfast Club, With DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, And Charlamagne Tha God!

    Fudd Around And Find Out

    UConn basketball star Azzi Fudd brings her championship swag to iHeart Women’s Sports with Fudd Around and Find Out, a weekly podcast that takes fans along for the ride as Azzi spends her final year of college trying to reclaim the National Championship and prepare to be a first round WNBA draft pick. Ever wonder what it’s like to be a world-class athlete in the public spotlight while still managing schoolwork, friendships and family time? It’s time to Fudd Around and Find Out!

    Dateline NBC

    Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com

    24/7 News: The Latest

    The latest news in 4 minutes updated every hour, every day.

Advertise With Us
Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.