Engagement Insights: Preparing for Marriage | Ep. 2

We Put Everything in a Joint Account (and Here's What Happened) | Ep. 5

In this episode of the Emma and Garrett Show, we get into two topics that most couples avoid talking about openly: money and ambition. We share exactly how we've set up our finances as a newly married couple, from joint accounts and fun money to how we bought Emma a car nine days before our wedding after it got totaled in front of the house. We also talk about what it looks like to both be ambitious people in completely different careers and why it never feels like a competition. Takeaways: -Financial transparency is one of the best things you can build into your marriage early. -Financial infidelity is real and more common than people think. -A joint account with individual fun money gives you unity and freedom at the same time. -Budget conversations shouldn't be one-sided or accusatory, they should be a team effort. -Ambition in a marriage is a strength when there's no competition attached to it. -When your spouse wins, you win. Full stop. -Different career timelines don't have to create insecurity if the foundation is solid. -Start the money conversation before you get married, not after. Follow our socials! Emma: https://www.instagram.com/_emmagporter/ [https://www.instagram.com/_emmagporter/] Garrett: https://www.instagram.com/thegarrettporter/ [https://www.instagram.com/thegarrettporter/] Chapters 00:00 The Car Gets Totaled 9 Days Before the Wedding 00:30 Intro: Money and Ambition 00:57 How Long We've Been Married and When We Started Talking About Money 02:12 How Our Families Talked About Money Growing Up 03:41 What Couples Actually Fight About With Money 07:19 How Transparent Are We About Spending 08:44 Our Spending Plan and Budget Setup 10:57 Why We Keep Individual Fun Money Accounts 12:53 The Full Car Story (Totaled, Honeymoon, Negotiations) 20:17 Are We Equally Ambitious 21:46 Have We Ever Felt Insecure About the Other's Growth 23:10 Wrapping Up Thanks for being here and welcome to the show!

Our Weekly Rhythm as a Married Couple | Ep. 4

In this episode of the Emma and Garrett Show, we talk through what our weekly rhythm looks like as a married couple. From planning our week and scheduling date nights to working together and supporting each other through stress, we share what’s been working for us in this season of marriage. We also talk about the importance of separating work from our relationship and the habits we’re building together. Takeaways: -Planning your week together brings clarity and alignment. -Date nights don’t have to be perfect, they just need to be intentional. -Working together can be a strength when communication is strong. -Reset days are important for rest, reflection, and getting back on track. -Separating work and marriage helps protect your relationship. -Small habits built consistently can make a big impact. -Supporting each other through stress is key in marriage. -You don’t have to have it all figured out, just keep growing together. Episode Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Caring Transitions of Riverview. To get started with a free consultation, call (813)-578-8656 or visit caringtransitionsofriverviewfl.com [http://caringtransitionsofriverviewfl.com] Follow our socials! Emma: https://www.instagram.com/_emmagporter/ [https://www.instagram.com/_emmagporter/] Garrett: https://www.instagram.com/thegarrettporter/ [https://www.instagram.com/thegarrettporter/] Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:49 Do We Plan Together Weekly 02:46 Is Date Night Scheduled or Spontaneous 04:48 Working Together vs Separate 06:59 What Does a Reset Day Look Like 09:30 Separating Work and Marriage 13:08 One Habit We're Proud Of 16:27 How Do We Support Each Other When the Other Is Stressed 21:00 Wrapping Up Thanks for being here and welcome to the show!

Marriage Doesn’t Fix Your Problems (And Other Dating Truths) | Ep. 3

In this episode of the Emma and Garrett show, the couple discusses various hot takes on dating and relationships, sharing their insights from their own experiences as a recently married couple. They explore the complexities of love, the importance of communication, the necessity of individual identity within a partnership, and the realities of conflict and growth in relationships. They debunk common myths about marriage and emphasize the importance of balance in contributions to a relationship. Takeaways: -If it's too easy, you might get complacent. -Distance can strengthen relationships. -Marriage amplifies existing issues, it doesn't solve them. -Communication is essential for understanding needs. -You should not expect your partner to meet all your needs. -Healthy relationships involve disagreements and growth. -Keeping score in a relationship is toxic. -Love doesn't always mean constant passion and butterflies. -It's okay to not always be 50-50 in contributions. -Individual identity is crucial in a partnership. Episode Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Caring Transitions of Riverview. To get started with a free consultation, call (813)-578-8656 or visit caringtransitionsofriverviewfl.com [http://caringtransitionsofriverviewfl.com] Follow our socials! Emma: https://www.instagram.com/_emmagporter/ [https://www.instagram.com/_emmagporter/] Garrett: https://www.instagram.com/thegarrettporter/ [https://www.instagram.com/thegarrettporter/] Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:16 Hot Take: If It's Right, It Should be Easy 04:35 Hot Take: Never Go to Bed Angry 06:12 Hot Take: Your Partner Should Meet All Your Needs 09:45 Hot Take: Love Means Constant Passion & Butterflies 11:20 Hot Take: If You Have to Communicate It, It's Not Natural 13:40 Hot Take: Strong Couples Don't Fight 14:54 Hot Take: Marriage Will Fix All Your Issues 16:05 Hot Take: Keep Score So It's Fair 18:43 Wrapping Up Thanks for being here and welcome to the show!

Engagement Insights: Preparing for Marriage | Ep. 2

In this episode, Emma and Garrett share their experiences and insights on navigating the engagement period, offering advice for engaged couples. They discuss the importance of premarital counseling, managing wedding planning stress, and the significance of communication and setting expectations. The couple emphasizes the need to enjoy the engagement season while preparing for marriage and creating boundaries with family. They also touch on practical aspects like finding a place to live and the transition from individual lives to a shared family. Episode Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Gore's Custom Creations. If you’re looking for luxury custom cakes and personalized items, give them a call at (813)-550-3120. Follow our socials! Emma: https://www.instagram.com/_emmagporter/ [https://www.instagram.com/_emmagporter/] Garrett: https://www.instagram.com/thegarrettporter/ [https://www.instagram.com/thegarrettporter/] Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:54 Navigating Engagement 02:12 Premarital Counseling 11:29 The Wedding Planning Journey: Stress and Joy 14:32 Navigating Lots of Family Opinions 19:45 Building a New Family: Boundaries and Communication 20:54 Finding a Place to Live Thanks for being here and welcome to the show!

How We Met, Fell in Love, and Knew We’d Get Married | Ep. 1

Welcome to the very first episode of The Emma & Garrett Show. In this episode, we’re sharing our origin story — how we met, how our relationship grew, the moments that shaped us, and how we knew we wanted to spend our lives together. We also talk about our engagement and some of the lessons we learned along the way. This podcast is a space for honest conversations about relationships, growth, faith, and building a life with intention. We’re excited to finally share this journey with you. Episode Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Gore's Custom Creations. If you’re looking for luxury custom cakes and personalized items, give them a call at (813)-550-3120. Follow our socials! Emma: https://www.instagram.com/_emmagporter/ [https://www.instagram.com/_emmagporter/] Garrett: https://www.instagram.com/thegarrettporter/ [https://www.instagram.com/thegarrettporter/] Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 01:08 The Origin Story: How We Met 04:18 Navigating Long-Distance Relationships 05:38 The Proposal: Planning the Perfect Moment 20:01 Celebrating Engagement: The Surprise Party 22:16 Wedding Planning: The Journey Ahead 24:15 Honeymoon Bliss and New Beginnings Thanks for being here and welcome to the show!