Vulnerability is Healthy

What Every Woman Wants from a Man

Every wife longs to feel safe in her marriage. Jim Daly and Brant Hansen discuss why women find it so attractive if a man seeks to protect them. Also, Greg Smalley talks about how men need to step up and take responsibility for leading their wives well   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast [http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast] or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   The Men We Need [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2026-06-18?refcd=2495502]   Focus on Marriage Assessment [https://sf.fotf.com/r2wtdx]    Being the Man Your Family Needs [https://store.focusonthefamily.com/being-the-man-your-family-needs-digital-download/?refcd=2495502]    Download the Godcaster App [https://sf.fotf.com/dnfc9z]   The Unique Matter of Manhood [https://sf.fotf.com/29ngne]   Support This Show! [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/24fom-donate/?refcd=2495502]   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback. [https://sf.fotf.com/cyey4q]

The Male & Female Brains

Men and women tend to respond to stress and situations very differently. Jim Daly and Gary Thomas address the differences in brain chemistry between husbands and wives. Then, John and the Smalley's discuss what a husband can do if a wife keeps bringing up the same problem in conversations.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast [http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast] or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Loving Him Well [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2026-06-16?refcd=2495701]   Focus on Marriage Assessment [https://sf.fotf.com/s8bq7p]    How to Positively Influence Your Husband [https://store.focusonthefamily.com/how-to-positively-influence-your-husband-digital-product/?refcd=2495701]    Download the Godcaster App [https://sf.fotf.com/ivkzw6]   Counseling Consultation and Referrals [https://sf.fotf.com/wbhzpd]   Support This Show! [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/24fom-donate/?refcd=2495701]   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback. [https://sf.fotf.com/cyey4q]

When Kids Get in the Way

Kids are a blessing, but they also require you to be more intentional to spend time with your spouse. John and the Smalley's open up about times they felt disconnected in their marriages when raising children. Plus, Jim Daly talks to Dave and Ashley Willis about making time for dates with your spouse, even if you have little kids.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast [http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast] or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Focus on Marriage Assessment [https://sf.fotf.com/ix43mx]   How To Avoid Bad Influences On Your Marriage [https://store.focusonthefamily.com/how-to-avoid-bad-influences-on-your-marriage-digital/?refcd=2494701]    Practice Makes Parent Podcast [https://sf.fotf.com/q8i8pu]    Hope Restored [https://sf.fotf.com/areycf]   Support This Show! [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/24fom-donate/?refcd=2494701]   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback. [https://sf.fotf.com/cyey4q]

Dates Don’t Need to be Expensive

What if some of the best date nights didn't cost money? Jim Daly talks with Jay and Laura Laffoon about how you can have a wonderful date with your spouse for not much money. Also, John asks Greg and Erin how they're learning to still have dates together, in a season with grown adult children.     Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast [http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast] or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book The Fundamentals of Marriage for your donation of any amount! [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2026-06-02?refcd=2481501]   Focus on Marriage Assessment [https://sf.fotf.com/zti97n]   Discovering God's Design for Your Marriage [https://store.focusonthefamily.com/discovering-god-s-design-for-your-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=2481501]    Is Your Husband or Wife Your Best Friend? [https://sf.fotf.com/nnlmwm]    3 Ways to Create a Godly Marriage [https://sf.fotf.com/p2spzx]   Support This Show! [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/24fom-donate/?refcd=2481501]   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback. [https://sf.fotf.com/cyey4q]

Your Spouse is Still Your Friend

Are you and your mate best friends? Howard and Danielle Taylor join Jim Daly to make the case for why friendship in marriage is necessary for a thriving relationship. Then, Dr. Greg Smalley shares the most important thing you can do to keep your friendship alive.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast [http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast] or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book The Fundamentals of Marriage for your donation of any amount! [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2026-06-02?refcd=2481501]   Focus on Marriage Assessment [https://sf.fotf.com/zti97n]   Discovering God's Design for Your Marriage [https://store.focusonthefamily.com/discovering-god-s-design-for-your-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=2481501]    Is Your Husband or Wife Your Best Friend? [https://sf.fotf.com/nnlmwm]    3 Ways to Create a Godly Marriage [https://sf.fotf.com/p2spzx]   Support This Show! [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/24fom-donate/?refcd=2481501]   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback. [https://sf.fotf.com/cyey4q]