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6 episodes
since Oct. 16, 2026
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Before we dive into today’s episode, a quick confession: You might hear the occasional clank of my jewelry! If you’ve been listening from the beginning, you’ve probably already noticed my jewelry making a few guest appearances.Here’s the thing: I talk with my hands, especially when I’m passionate a…

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You can love someone deeply and still struggle to create a marriage where you both actually feel loved. In this episode, Susan explores why love alone isn’t enough, the essential ingredients that help a marriage thrive, and why your intention and your partner’s experience may be very different. You…
What if some of the conflict in your marriage isn’t really about today, but about wounds and beliefs formed long before you met your spouse? In this episode, Susan explores how old programming can shape the way you see yourself, your partner, and your marriage, and how becoming aware of those patte…

Voices Carry

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Why can a seemingly small disagreement become so painful and intense? Often, the argument is not only about what happened. It is about the silent meaning and emotional impact underneath it. In this episode, Susan explores the difference between the incident and the impact, the hidden voices that ac…
You can be years into a struggling marriage ...or planning a wedding thinking it will magically all fall into place- and not realize that marriage success is an inside job. This podcast is where you'll learn about marriage success at every stage, understand where the next chapter of your love …

Who Are You?

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Who are you? And… how well do you know the person you’re married to today? In the first episode of Before & Beyond “I Do,” Susan shares the personal story behind that question and why it became central to both her own marriage and the work she does with couples. Because somewhere between career…
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