Podcasts by August Love Story

Navigating the 7 Year Itch: Reflections on Love, Change, and Growing Together from 2023-10-23T13:57:22

Join us on a heartfelt journey as we dive deep into the intriguing phenomenon known as the '7 Year Itch' in relationships. In this episode of the August Love Story podcast, we open up ab...

Effects of Reality TV on Marriage from 2023-04-05T09:30:24

Artieka and Tommy discuss reality TV marriages and how they can alter our perceptions.

Episode 62: New Stage In Our Relationship from 2023-01-11T00:57:06

The podcast is back with another episode. This week we're discussing the new stage our relationship is in as Tommy vents about previous stages as well.

It's a New Year & We're Back from 2023-01-04T14:55:24

August Love Story Podcast is back with a new episode talking about 2023. Join us for the conversation.

Our Intimacy Journey from 2022-09-29T00:44:16

Realizing Dating is important from 2022-09-14T11:00

Let's Talk Polyamory Talisa Rae from 2022-08-31T12:15:39

Artieka and Tommy sit down for a discussion on polyamory with Youtuber, Talisa Rae. Talisa shares more about living a polyamorous lifestyle, what it is and what it isn't.

Six Year Anniversary from 2022-08-25T21:48:51

Lasting Marriages with Jac and Glen from 2022-08-17T12:26:14

For this new season of the August Love Story Podcast, we wanted to focus on having conversations that we weren't fully equipped to have as of yet. So we reached out to our friends Jac and Glen t...

And Baby Makes 4 from 2022-08-10T20:15:27

August Love Story Podcast Is Back! Join us as well tell the story of becoming a family of 4 to kick off this new season of the podcast.

Fatherhood from 2021-06-23T11:00

Join Artieka and Tommy as they discuss fatherhood.

Toxic Faith from 2021-06-02T11:00

Artieka and Tommy discuss their views on toxic faith and how that have been bamboozled by the belief that God brought them to certain things.

Alone Time from 2021-05-19T10:00

Tommy and Artieka sit down and have a candid conversation about Artieka's need for peace and quiet and how that translates into her becoming a better parent and wife.

Can you date the homie? from 2021-04-21T11:00

On the most recent episode of #readytolove, we see Tressa be referred to as "the homie" but several of the men on during the round table before elimination. Many times ...

The Case of The Cheatee: Let's Talk about Derrick Jaxn from 2021-04-07T11:00

The internet was set ablaze with talks of Derrick Jaxn but let's talk about his wife and all the others that have been cheated on.

3 Options of Cheating from 2021-03-03T13:10:10

On last week's episode of Love and Marriage Huntsville, Maurice Scott mentioned that there are 3 options when you want to cheat and today we are discussing those 3 options. #cheating #loveandmar...

Covid Year 2 and Us from 2021-02-24T12:00

Tommy and Artieka discuss how the 2nd year of covid has impacted our lives and our thoughts on taking the vaccine.

Let's Talk About Finances: A Debate about Relationships and Finances from 2020-12-02T06:43:10

This week Tommy and Artieka take on the conversation of finances. Piggybacking off a recent episode of the TV show Ready to Love: The Last Resort, the couple takes on who should pay the bills in...

Common Marriage Misconceptions from 2020-11-11T06:28:14

On this week's episode, we are discussing common misconceptions about marriage and our thoughts on them. Some may even surprise you. The list of misconceptions was found here: https://www.lifema...

Friendship Breakups from 2020-10-28T11:45:06

On this week's episode of August Love Story Tommy and Artieka discuss Friendship Breakups. They talk about the friendships that they have had that broke up for no reason and those that seemingly...

Work Life Balance from 2020-10-21T13:00

This week Artieka and Tommy tackle work life Balance. Is it feasible or is it a myth?

Additionally, they take on a listener letter about vacationing with single men without your spouse.

Working with your Spouse featuring Steve and Kena Smith of The Smith Empire Group from 2020-10-07T04:21:40

Artieka and Tommy are joined by Steve and Kena Smith of the Smith Empire Group to discuss Working w/ Your Spouse. They also take on a listener letter from a Mom that needs a break.

It Takes A Village from 2020-09-30T12:00

Tommy and Artieka discuss the village that they have created for their daughter as well as those that were involved in their village as a youth. 

Insecurities and how it shapes the relationship from 2020-09-23T10:00

Artieka and Tommy discuss their insecurities that stemmed from childhood, how they impacted their adult relationships and what they did to change them.

The Effect of Coronavirus on your Relationship from 2020-08-26T12:28:39

This week, Tommy and Artieka are discussing the effects of the global pandemic on relationships. Coronavirus has forced us as a global community into social distancing and some into a self-impos...

What makes a Successful Relationship? from 2020-08-19T05:45:54

Artieka and Tommy discuss a study by the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences about what makes a relationship successful. We also tackle a relationship that has passed its expiration ...

Should you marry for Looks, Personality, or Money from 2020-08-05T11:00

On this week's episode, Artieka and Tommy discuss marrying for looks, money or personality. 

Additionally, they answer a listening letter about dating with kids.

How long should you date before marriage? from 2020-07-23T10:00

In this week's episode, we are discussing how long you should date before getting married, our new favorite TV show, Married at First Sight and arranged marriages.

Additionally, we help a...

Open Marriages, Entanglements, and Things I will tell my Daughter from 2020-07-16T06:01:08

We're back! We are kicking off Season 3 of August Love Story talking about Entanglement, Open Marriage and lessons for our daughter about self worth. Please join us as we weigh in on those topic...

To Have (More) Kids or Not? from 2020-04-02T15:08:39

Artieka and Tommy discuss why they decided to have kids now versus in the future and also if they will have more children in the future.

They also have a non-listener letter about the ris...

In-Law Issues from 2020-03-19T14:04:40

Artieka and Tommy are discussing the nine most common in-law issues and how to resolve them. 

We also answer a listener later about spouses and tinder.

Lessons from The Photograph from 2020-03-04T11:00

Tommy and Artieka talk about their movie watching experience with the film, the Photograph and what they hope to teach the next generation about love and the pursuit of martial (or not) happines...

The 5 Love Languages from 2020-02-12T13:15

This week we are talking about the 5 love languages. Listen in as we explain what the test means, how we can adapt it into our relationship and what our results are.

Remembering the Love Story from 2020-01-29T11:00

Tommy and Artieka discuss where their love story began and where they hope it grows. They also discuss situationships in the listener letter.

Is 50/50 Real in Relationships? from 2020-01-22T13:06:13

Join Artieka and Tommy as they discuss 50/50 in relationships this week. They will dissect what healthy percentages are for their relationship and even get a listener letter that stumps Tommy.

Leave and Cleave from 2020-01-15T18:36:20

Join us this week for a family discussion on leaving your family and making the family you create with your spouse the most important one that you have.

Love Refresh from 2020-01-08T15:55:06

This week on August Love Story, Artieka and Tommy discuss the love refresh and what it means to refresh their relationship. 

Birth Order featuring Greg&Allyson from 2020-01-01T13:16:23

Artieka and Tommy take on the break down of how your birth order within your family impacts your relationships with special guests Greg & Allyson.

Greg is a member of the musical duo Akro...

Husbands Helping at Home from 2019-12-18T14:35:25

Join us this week as we discuss and dissect an article "What A Difference When Husbands Help At Home" and talk about how communication is key.

Date Night from 2019-12-11T16:36:07

Tommy and Artieka are discussing their lack of date night and why they need to do it more often. They also introduce a challenge of #datemoredateoften.

#RelationshipGoals from 2019-12-04T13:20:40

This week we discuss #relationshipgoals and how a lot of people fall prey to them. Join us as we discuss the good, bad and ugly about looking at relationships through rose colored glasses. 

Please and Thank You from 2019-11-27T12:28:53

Artieka and Tommy discuss why she needs him to say "please" and "thank you" to her instead of just stating what he wants and needs. Join us in the discussion.

Deal Breakers from 2019-11-20T12:33:24

Tommy and Artieka talk about deal breakers. What theirs are, if you can get past them and why Tommy didn't have enough of them. 

Season 2 and We're Late to the Premiere from 2019-11-13T12:56:05

Artieka and Tommy are Back with season 2 updates as well as a conversation on being a provider vs being a supportive husband.

Also, find up what we were up to during our long bre...

Episode 20: Dumb Aspects of Weddings from 2019-01-22T12:24:39

Tommy and Artieka discuss the parts of wedding and vows (for that matter)that they hate.

Episode 19: Keeping the Spark from 2019-01-08T13:00

Artieka and Tommy discuss keeping the spark in your relationship with guest Erika and Demond Walker. The guys discuss how they keep their wives from being bored in the relationship and what they...

Episode 18: Happy New Year! from 2019-01-02T00:26:55

Tommy and Artieka discuss their New Year Resolutions and previous goals from 2018.

Episode 17: Traditions from 2018-12-18T13:00

Artieka and Tommy discuss some of their favorite times and how they have become traditions over the years.

Episode 16: The Word Wife from 2018-12-12T12:48:27

Tommy discusses why he enjoys referring to Artieka as "his wife" and not by her name.

Episode 14: Open Relationships from 2018-12-04T15:00

After viewing recent episodes of reality TV, Tommy and Artieka discuss open relationships and how they work.

Episode 13: Faith in Relationships from 2018-11-28T17:51:12

Artieka and Tommy discuss faith in their relationship and how religion has brought them together.

Episode 12: Communicating with Exes from 2018-11-13T13:30

This week, Tommy and Artieka discuss communicating with exes and if they agree or not.

Episode 11: Picking Your Battles from 2018-11-06T13:00

Artieka and Tommy discuss picking and choosing their battles in arguments. Because, sometimes you have to know when to hold and know when to fold.

Episode 10: Dealing with Loss and Death from 2018-10-30T17:35:08

In this week's episode, Artieka and Tommy discuss losing a child and the death of family members.

After a recent death of Tommy's grandmother, the Townsend duo discuss how death has impac...

Episode 09: When Are You Guys Having Kids? from 2018-10-16T20:35:04

Artieka and Tommy discuss the question, "When Are You Guys Having Kids?" and how they feel about the question.

Episode 08: Growing Pains from 2018-10-09T12:00

Artieka and Tommy discuss growing pains and how it has affected their relationships.

Episode 07: The Episode About Divorce from 2018-10-03T02:09

In today's episode, Tommy and Artieka dissect an article about millennial's keeping the national divorce rates down. 

Episode 06: Love (and affection) from 2018-09-25T23:44:55

This week, Artieka and Tommy discuss the big L word, love.  Listen to this episode as we discuss when we realized we were in love and what we believe love to be.

Episode 05: Shackin Up from 2018-09-18T17:57:10

This week, Artieka and Tommy discuss "shackin up" better known and living together before marriage. Listen to this episode as we discuss our experience with living together unwed as well as fami...

Episode 04: Happy Wife, Happy Life from 2018-09-11T11:00

Artieka and Tommy discuss the phrase, "Happy Wife, Happy Life" and other expectations placed on marriage.

Episode 03: Why is Marriage Hard? from 2018-09-04T11:00

Artieka and Tommy discuss why marriage is deemed so difficult and why you shouldn't jump into it lightly.

Episode 02: Trust and Secrets from 2018-08-28T11:00

In this episode of August Love Story, Tommy and Artieka discuss trust and secrets. 

Episode 01: Letters To Our Unmarried Self from 2018-08-21T11:00

Tommy and Artieka discuss 5 things that they would tell their unmarried selves as they celebrate their 2nd wedding anniversary.

Introduction: August Love Story the Podcast from 2018-08-21T04:05:59

Meet Tommy and Artieka Townsend of the August Love Story podcast where they discuss love, life and relationships each and every Tuesday. 

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