Fr. Rob Ryan and Fr. John LoCoco join Doug to discuss an upcoming singles night at St. Benedict Catholic Church in Chicago. Doug also talks about the challenges of dating and what to look for in a future spouse. Listener questions and comments: Lisa – If you are a female, go to where the men […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Doug goes to the mailbag. A listener had serious reservations about getting married and is now miserable. What should she do? Listener questions and comments: Maria Teresa – We enjoy your professional way of speaking so we decided to get your course. My husband was super open to it and I think it was the […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Adam Lane Smith joins Doug to discuss the importance of forging strong attachment bonds with your spouse. Listener questions and comments: Bob – What should a man do when his wife says ‘he’s a good husband and a good dad, but she has no interest in showing physical affection?’ (27:08) Michael – I had abnormal […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Doug finishes his discussion on how to repair the damage after a fight. He also shares what to do when your family treats your spouse badly. Plus: The Friday Rant! Listener questions and comment: Ron – My wife tries to take charge of everything, but I believe I am called to lead our home. This […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Doug shares5 steps to repair the damage after a big fight or regrettable incident. Listener questions and comments: Monica – My father doesn’t get enough credit for what he does. What should I do and what is my place in that? (20:50) Teresa – My daughter is going through stuff with her husband and he […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Dr. Julia Dezelski joins Doug to discussUSCCBresources available for married and dating couples. Listener questions and comments: Chris – When I got married there was very little marriage preparation. This needs to be a bigger emphasis. (23:00) Walt – It seems like in modern culture it seems like children are an add on and not […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

How should you handle an out-of-town family reunion when one of your grandchildren wants to share a room with their live-in boyfriend? Why can’t my wife see that I have changed for the better? Doug goes to the mailbag answering these questions and more. Listener questions and comments: Rosie – I am in a second […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Dr. John Bergsma joins Doug to discuss his book,Love Basics for Catholics. Listener questions and comments: Sharon – I have two children who are good Catholics but are unmarried. They don’t have good places and ways to meet. (21:52) Bob – My daughter runs speed dating in Arizona. There has been some success with it. […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Rachael Killackey of Magdala Ministries joins Doug to discuss the often-overlooked issue of pornography addiction among women. Together, they explore why women struggle with pornography, the underlying factors that can contribute to addiction, and the hope available for healing. They also discuss the role of forgiveness in the recovery process and offer practical guidance for […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Should you change your name after a divorce? What do you do when your wife has a chronic, incurable illness, and most of the responsibilities at home fall on you and your children? How do you cope when your wife feels guilty and worries about the burden placed on you? Do struggles with pornography make […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Should your daughter be allowed to wear a bikini? Is it possible to be too busy to work on your marriage? Doug answers these questions and more. Listener questions and comments: Renee – I grew up in a strict dressing household, especially swimwear. It’s a parent’s responsibility to teach modesty in girls. (14:30) Resources: Men, […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Doug explores two very different perspectives on marital intimacy. On one side is a young woman who is terrified of consummating her marriage. On the other is a couple who is cohabitating because they fear divorce. Listener questions and comments: Connie – I have been married for 30 years and debate whether divorce is an […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more