In this episode of Marriage Maintenance, Julia and Adam dive into the chaos of post-holiday routines, balancing work, parenting, and self-care. They share their thoughts on giving yourself grace, surviving daycare pickups, and adjusting to life with a walking pad in the office. Plus, their four-year-old daughter’s journey to getting glasses brings laughs, heartfelt moments, and decision fatigue. Stay tuned for a sleep hygiene showdown: Julia vs. ChatGPT. Spoiler alert—Julia might just be an AI. End your day with this relatable, funny, and cozy chat straight from their bed at 9:22 p.m.

Welcome to 2025! Julia and Adam kick off the year sprawled out on a yoga mat, diving into resolutions, parenting hilarities, and the unexpected joys of mouth taping. This unfiltered episode takes you through their heartfelt (and humorous) reflections on life, marriage, and parenting their two adorable daughters.

From Santa Claus escapades at daycare to the chaos of sibling toots, Julia and Adam hilariously navigate the everyday moments that make family life so unique. They also share personal goals for the year, including fitness, work-life balance, and finding moments of chill amidst the hustle.

Whether you’re here for the laughs, the relatable chaos, or the honest insights on maintaining a happy partnership, this episode has it all. So, grab your yoga mat—or just your favorite spot on the couch—and join Julia and Adam as they usher in the new year with warmth, wit, and a little rambling magic.

Highlights:

• The great Santa disguise (and its unraveling).

• Parenting moments that bring the house down.

• Resolutions, intentions, and making space for personal growth.

• A glimpse into their marriage maintenance journey (and podcast naming debates!).

Here’s to health, happiness, and plenty of laughs in 2025. Happy New Year!

In this chaotic and hilariously unfiltered mini-episode, Adam is literally silenced with mouth tape, leaving Julia to spiral into a giggle-fueled monologue about games, Skip-Bo addiction, and the absurdity of her nightstand clutter. But it’s not all fun and games—well, maybe it is. Together, they dive into the story of their daughter’s night terrors, their accidental detective work that linked them to nosebleeds, and the unexpected solution that brought the screaming to an end.

Tune in for raw, laugh-out-loud moments, some spooky clown vibes (thanks, mouth tape), and a glimpse into how marriage is sometimes about tag-teaming unconscious tantrums with Kleenex in hand. Oh, and if you’re wondering what it’s like to podcast with a co-host rendered mute? Let’s just say, Julia might be enjoying it a little too much.

In this hilariously chaotic episode of When the NyQuil Hits, hosts Julia and Adam navigate life, laughter, and late-night delirium. Between Adam’s seasonal sniffles, Julia’s post-surgery recovery, and some questionable self-care trends (castor oil in your belly button, anyone?), they uncover the hilarity of burnout, marriage maintenance, and parenting with a side of exhaustion.

From parenting fails to TikTok beauty hacks to the ultimate test of playing Santa, this episode is full of tangents, truths, and laugh-cry moments. Tune in for a raw, relatable conversation about juggling it all—without always keeping it together.

Spoiler: You’ll want to stick around for sock-curling confessions and Adam’s violent hair brushing technique. It’s unfiltered, it’s funny, and it’s us. Good night and good vibes!

In this episode of Marriage Maintenance (still a working title—send us your ideas!), Julia and Adam tackle a very dramatic moral dilemma: should Adam take on the role of Santa Claus at their daughters’ daycare? From ethical questions about deceiving their kids to practical logistics of delivering a top-tier Santa experience, this conversation spirals into hilarious tangents, including elite snack debates, boozy brunch dreams, and the joy of standing podcasts.

If you’re ready for laughs, real talk, and maybe some inspiration to rethink your own holiday commitments, this one’s for you. And yes, we’re still accepting name suggestions for the show.

In this episode, inspired by TikTok’s viral “Listen, but don’t judge” trend, we dive into the art of airing secrets in relationships—minus the drama (hopefully). We unpack the hilarity, the honesty, and the occasional danger of revealing those little truths we keep from our partners. Is withholding information ever a key to relationship success? Can brutal honesty be too much? And how does money factor into the delicate balance of trust?

With plenty of laughs, some Saturday morning chaos (hello, kids and Shrek), and a heartwarming dose of family life, this episode is all about treading lightly, embracing vulnerability, and maybe rethinking what it means to listen without judgment.

So grab your coffee, and join us for an honest, funny, and unfiltered look at marriage, parenting, and everything in between. Just remember—we’re listening, but we’re not judging… probably.

Dive into the art of navigating transitions in relationships. From parenting and marriage to personal growth, they share stories, lessons, and the tools they’ve developed to tackle life’s big changes.

The conversation highlights how being proactive in therapy and communication can prevent the crash-and-burn moments many couples face. Julia introduces the concept of “contracting,” a strategy she and Adam used during a difficult period in their relationship, which later became a cornerstone tool in her therapy practice.

With their signature mix of humor, vulnerability, and insightful tangents (ever heard of “Sunny by Bobby Heb” as a labor playlist?), Julia and Adam explore the importance of addressing needs before they become crises and how therapy offers tools—not just advice—for life’s challenges. Tune in for real talk, practical advice, and plenty of laughs as they unpack what it means to navigate life’s transitions together.

In this lighthearted and unfiltered episode of Marriage Maintenance, Adam and Julia dive into the reality of opposites attracting—and the quirks that make their dynamic work. From Julia’s dim lighting and sleep hygiene obsession to Adam’s laid-back approach (and notorious desk clutter!), they unpack the funny moments and challenges of their relationship. With humor, love, and a few sneezes, they explore how their differences create balance, help them grow, and keep the partnership grounded. Grab a cozy seat, settle in, and laugh along as they celebrate the beauty and chaos of being truly, wonderfully different.