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Marriage and relationships can be tough. You may feel like you’re the only one struggling but you’re not. Life After I do is a weekly podcast where Morice and Kynesha, a black married millennial couple, share their experiences and advice on everything from kids and family to intimacy and connection. Noting is off limits.
In their 21 years together and 7 years of marriage, Morice and Kynesha have learned a lot about what it takes to make a relationship work. They know the importance of communication, trust and commitment. They also know it’s okay to not have it all figured out.
Join them every Wednesday as they talk about their own journey of “Life After I do”.
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Send us a text You’re doing all the “right” things—but the connection still feels distant. In this episode, we talk about the emotional gap between being a good partner on paper and actually meeting your person where they are—mentally, emotionally, physically. We explore mismatched love languages, how to build habits that support connection, and why shared leadership matters in every season of marriage. Plus, we offer real advice on listener dilemmas—from family disrespect to boundary breache...
Send us a text When your relationship starts sounding like a to-do list, it’s time to reset the rhythm. In this episode, we talk about how to shift from business-mode conversations to emotional connection without needing hours of time. We share our go-to rituals, micro-habits, and listener stories that prove small changes can make a big difference—especially when it comes to intimacy, appreciation, and staying connected during busy seasons. You’ll also hear our takes on some intense AITA scen...
Send us a text This installment of Our 2 Cents is a deep dive into what happens when boundaries, honesty, and consequences collide. From open relationships to caregiver burnout, inheritance drama to cheating fallout—we unpack the emotional layers and offer real strategies for protecting your peace. We don’t sugarcoat, but we do bring both laughter and perspective. If you’re navigating tough conversations in love, family, or money—this one’s got something for you. Thanks for rocking with us! ...
Send us a text WE ARE BACK with another installments of Our 2 Cents! When does a boundary become a dealbreaker? In this episode, we explore the moments where trust cracks—not through explosive drama, but through patterns that wear love down: silent treatments, mixed signals, and unspoken rules. We offer real tools for navigating opposite-sex friendships, social media etiquette, and emotional manipulation—while answering listener stories that dig into the real-life moments where love and respe...
Send us a text What feels like real love after all these years together—big gestures or small, daily choices? We explore that question through our “King Treatment or Bare Minimum” check-in and talk honestly about what we’re getting right, where we miss each other, and how to keep showing up even in chaos. We also tackle two listener stories: one about a boyfriend’s unrealistic move-in plan, and another about inheritance money in a blended family. These conversations get real fast—and bring ou...
Send us a text This episode starts with 90-year-olds dancing and ends with real talk about love, growth, and the small decisions that build a lasting relationship. We play a round of Fact or Fiction to bust myths about marriage, then share real lessons about money, chores, sex, and emotional repair. From the difference between fairness and equality to the power of touch and real apologies, this one’s full of game you can actually use. We also weigh in on two listener-submitted AITA stories—on...
Send us a text After more than a decade together, we asked each other: what’s actually keeping this marriage working? In this episode, we talk about growing through conflict, redefining intimacy, and finding compatibility through both shared space and personal freedom. We’re honest about disagreements (including the future kid debate) and laugh through the ways we’re still learning. We also weigh in on two complicated listener stories—one about a messy break during separation, and another abo...
Send us a text Marriage is hard enough—but what happens when in-laws, exes, and unspoken expectations start to pile on? In this installment of Our 2 Cents, we’re breaking down relationship dilemmas that push boundaries to the limit. From wild in-law visit requests to uncomfortable co-parenting situations and permanent reminders of old relationships (yes, the ex-wife tattoo situation is real), we’re talking through the real-life messes that test communication, loyalty, and respect. With person...
Send us a text Is there really a perfect time to say “I do”? In this episode, we explore the pros and cons of marrying young versus later in life, from divorce stats to financial readiness, health benefits, and gender differences. Plus, we dive into real-life dilemmas on respect and boundaries that every couple can learn from. Thanks for rocking with us! Don’t forget to follow Life After I Do so you never miss an episode. Got a relationship situation you want us to weigh in on? Hit u...
Send us a text If you could design your perfect partner, what traits would they have? This week, we build our “Fantasy Marriage Draft,” picking the qualities we think make for a solid, lasting relationship. From emotional intelligence and consistency to playfulness and independence, we talk through what really counts over time—not just during the honeymoon phase. We also answer some listener questions, including a surprise paternity story and a relationship debate about showing up unannounced...
Send us a text Not every relationship issue is toxic—but not everything is just a “rough patch,” either. In this episode, we talk about the line between flaws and real harm, and how to tell the difference. We share moments from our own relationship where we had to confront things that weren’t working—from communication breakdowns to the postpartum season when we honestly didn’t like each other much. The difference is, we chose growth instead of blame. We also answer questions from our listene...
Send us a text We’re diving into boundaries in a big way this week—across marriage, money, and personal decisions. In this installment of Our 2 Cents, we break down a honeymoon surprise gone wrong, financial tension in a single-income household, and whether lending inheritance money to family is ever a good idea. Plus, we open up an honest conversation about birth control and the role your partner should (or shouldn’t) play in decisions about your body. This episode also marks a major moment ...
Send us a text We made it to 100 episodes—and we’re going all in on this one. From family updates to jaw-dropping relationship dilemmas, this episode brings the same energy, humor, and honesty you’ve come to expect from Life After I Do. We share the joys (and growing pains) of raising an 8-year-old, then dive into relationship stories that had us pausing mid-convo. Think: late-night secret calls, a surprising family twist on OnlyFans, and a 20-year-old bringing home a man twice her age. The a...
Send us a text We’re talking about the balance between “we” and “me”—how to stay connected in your relationship while still honoring who you are as an individual. From feeling guilty about personal time to wondering if you’re allowed to grow in ways your partner isn’t ready for, we get real about the silent struggles of identity in long-term love. We’ve been there, and we’ve learned that prioritizing yourself doesn’t mean you’re selfish—it means you’re showing up whole. If you’ve been feeling...
Send us a text This week, we’re talking about responsible love—the kind that shows up, adapts, and puts in effort even when it’s inconvenient. We unpack the emotional labor of being present when life is overwhelming, how love needs to evolve as we grow, and why it’s important not to lose yourself while showing up for someone else. From managing work-home balance to honoring small promises, we keep it honest about what makes love last. If you’ve ever felt burnt out in your relationship, or lik...
Send us a text This Our 2 Cents installment is all about what happens when boundaries get crossed by the people closest to us. We talk about entitlement in relationships, partners failing to step up, and the responsibility couples have to protect and prioritize each other. From a mother-in-law taking over the kitchen to a boyfriend gifting his girlfriend’s dream dress to his mom, we unpack real stories that leave you shaking your head. Moelethal delivers a powerful moment on why men need to h...
Send us a text We’re talking about what separates basic relationship stuff from true effort. It all kicks off with a story about football tickets gone wrong, and turns into a deeper convo about expectations, emotional support, and everyday relationship habits. We play a quick game where we call out the difference between “bare minimum” and what we’d call king or queen treatment—and let’s just say we don’t always agree. Plus, we weigh in on two stories that had us shook. One’s about setting bo...
Send us a text How well do you really know your partner? In this fun and revealing episode, we put our relationship knowledge to the test with the “How Well Do You Know Me?” game—uncovering surprising details even after years together. We share stories from our recent family camping trip, Moelethal’s fitness journey, and our childhood food memories that shaped us. From sleeping habits and love languages to secret dream cars, this episode proves there’s always more to learn about the person yo...
Send us a text Double-tapping into digital infidelity? In this episode, we go deep on one of the hottest topics in modern relationships: social media boundaries. When is liking a photo harmless, and when is it crossing the line? We unpack why these small online actions can spark big real-life conflicts—from territorial behavior to unspoken invitations. We share raw, unfiltered takes on intention versus perception, why respecting your partner’s comfort matters, and how to navigate tricky onlin...
Send us a text Entitlement can ruin even the strongest relationships. In this episode of Our 2 Cents, we talk about real-life scenarios where people cross the line with unreasonable demands—from the mother who won’t allow her ex’s new wife to homeschool her kids, to the guest who sleeps all day but expects custom breakfasts. We unpack why boundaries matter, how to spot when kindness is being exploited, and why sometimes saying "no" is the most loving choice you can make. Don’t miss this conve...
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