Marriage Basecamp
Every great adventure starts at Basecamp. This podcast is your guide to a Christ-centered marriage, offering honest and transparent conversations on love, communication, intimacy, conflict, and faith. With openness at the core, we explore the essentials that help couples not just survive, but thrive, on the journey of a lifetime.
Episodes
13 episodes
Why One of You Wants Sex… and the Other Doesn’t (Ep. 12)
SummaryRobert and Shelly dive deep into one of the most misunderstood dynamics in marriage: sexual desire. This episode unpacks the two primary types of desire: Spontaneous and Responsive, helping couples stop misreading each othe...
Hot Takes on Marriage, Sex, and Parenting (You’ve Been Warned) (Ep. 11)
Summary: Robert and Shelly bring the heat in this episode, sharing their boldest opinions on marriage, sex, parenting, and everything in between. No government conspiracies here - just honest, sometimes uncomfortable truths that challenge the w...
Social Media Red Flags: What Couples' Posts Really Reveal (Ep. 10)
Summary: Robert and Shelly dive into a topic most couples have thought about but rarely say out loud — what social media behavior might actually reveal about the health of a marriage. With plenty of disclaimers and a healthy dose of humor, they...
Is Social Media Killing Connection? (Ep. 9)
Summary: Join us for a candid conversation bridging generational perspectives on marriage. We sit down with Aubrey and Logan Powers (married 6 years) to discuss the unique challenges facing younger couples today, from social media's impact on r...
Stop Doing This During Arguments: Why couples end up fighting in circles and how to break the cycle. (Ep. 8)
Summary:In this episode, hosts Robert and Shelly dive deep into the "reactive cycle" - the predictable pattern that couples fall into when triggers and unmet expectations create protective responses. They share personal examples f...
Why You Feel Alone in Your Marriage (Emotional Intimacy) (Ep. 7)
SummaryEmotional intimacy in your marriage is the key to feeling truly connected rather than lonely within your relationship. We break down what emotional intimacy actually means, why it's so difficult to achieve, and practical st...
Sexual Intimacy. Warning: Side Effects May Include Better Sex (Ep. 6)
Summary: In this candid and insightful episode, Robert and Shelly dive deep into the topic of intimacy in marriage, exploring not just sexual intimacy but also emotional and spiritual connection. Using humor, personal stories, and bi...
Conflict without Casualties: Fighting to Understand, Not Just to Win! (Ep. 5)
Summary: In this episode, Robert and Shelly dive into the difference between healthy conflict and destructive combat in marriage. They discuss why avoiding conflict isn’t the goal, how to steward disagreements for growth, and practic...
3 Communication Styles That Are Killing Your Connection (Ep. 4)
Summary: In this episode, Robert and Shelly dive deep into the importance of communication in marriage, using the metaphor of a backpack to illustrate how our inner world affects our words and relationships. They discuss how fear and...
Work Spouses, Hall Passes, & Micro-Cheating (Ep. 3)
Summary: In this episode, Robert and Shelly revisit a special Q&A session inspired by their “Open Marriage” sermon series. They answer real listener questions about marriage, honesty, boundaries, and faith, offering pract...
HOT Marriages (Honesty, Openness, Transparency) (Ep. 2)
Summary: In this episode, Robert and Shelly dive into what it means to have a "HOT" marriage—one built on Honesty, Openness, and Transparency. They share personal stories, practical advice, and actionable steps for couples wh...