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Marriage Unhindered

by Relevant Radio · English · Kids & Family

Marriage Unhindered is a sincere exploration of the joys and challenges within the realm of marriage. Hosted by the seasoned Doug Hinderer, this one-hour, caller-based show is scheduled to air Monday through Friday at 5PM CT, and will offer listeners an authentic journey into the complexities of ma

New episodes: Daily
Typical length: 51 min
Latest: 14 Oct 2026
Language: English

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14 Oct 2026 · 51 minNew

When a spouse won't forgive

Doug shares tips for what to do if your wife refuses to forgive you. He also discusses how faith filled marriages produce the happiest couples. Listener questions and comments: Lucy - We have been married for 5 years but we don’t have children. It gets depressing during the holidays. (3:39) Marie - My ex-husband says that I like to bring up the past. What do I do to talk about this stuff? (10:14) Rachel - Comment for Lucy: I wanted to share Springs in the Desert that helps infertile couples. (16:43) Lydia - I think healing has to happen sometimes before the problem can be forgotten.…

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14 Oct 2026 · 51 minNew
Could devout Catholic be with Lukewarm Believer?
Doug talks about a senior citizen with cancer using contraception. AND could a relationship between a devout churchgoer and lukewarm believer stand a chance? Listener questions and comments: Mary-Worries about radiation spread in regards to condom use for senior citizen (7:22) Mark-Clarifies about condom use for senior citizen with cancer in regards to bodily fluid (8:31) Mark - Using condoms to prevent genetic defect being passed on to next generation (10:17) Anna-My spouse is refusing to go to mass. Everytime I ask him he puts up a fight and the priest said to make mass a cheerful event…
12 Oct 2026 · 51 minNew
How much suffering is too much?
Doug discusses the challenges and suffering that can arise in marriage, emphasizing the importance of redemptive suffering and the need to find meaning and purpose in our suffering rather than waste it. Listener questions and comments: Leslie - My husband died of cancer and we didn’t end on a good note. I wonder if he loved me. I need some closure. (19:26) Heidi - I am in a difficult marriage but what helps is to offer up the things that he does to me and then maybe he will suffer less later. (29:50) Mark - Can you clarify the question about children and offering up suffering. (35:02)…
10 Oct 2026 · 51 min
Serving your Spouse
Is it possible for a young bride to be happy in serving her husband? Today, Doug shares advice from Alice Von Hildebrand in her book By Love Refined. Listener question and comments: Jean - My son sent me a no-contact text. How do I respond? (4:07) Irene - I'm in a no-contact situation with two of my boys, and it's been going on for four years. It's just heartbreaking and I can't see my grandchildren. (24:20) Elena - My daughter recently got engaged after dating her fiancé for three years. As they began planning their wedding, he told her that his fear about her mental health and the…
8 Oct 2026 · 51 min
Impact of Children on Marriage
Monica Hinderer joins Doug to discuss how children impact a marriage. They discuss relationship challenges including the effect on intimacy, finances and identity shifts. Listener questions and comments: Pete - Having kids gave me a reason to work harder. It was the proudest moment of my life. Having people around to support you is helpful. (13:19) Cindy - My sister has been friends with a guy for three years and recently started dating him. They’re already talking about getting married in December. What are your thoughts? Should they date longer? She no longer practices the Catholic…
7 Oct 2026 · 51 min
Fighting Pornography Addiction
Steve O’Conner joins Doug to discuss how we can fight pornography use. Listener questions and comments: Mary - From the girlfriend’s side of things what were some things she did to help with your relapse. What were the things that helped him heal before they got married. (21:14) Resources: Catholics Fight Porn https://www.catholicsfightporn.com/ Magdala Ministries https://www.magdalaministries.org/
6 Oct 2026 · 51 min
Bedroom Manners
Doug discusses what is and is not permissible in the bedroom. He also shares tips for those who feel like giving up on their marriage. Listener question and comments: Matthew - I don't condone coercion but I don't think it should be kept from the other. I wonder if there is a traditional teaching that keeps those two things in harmony. (21:02) Mary - How do I communicate using the 4 four horsemen method. I need help doing it correctly. (38:23) Ron - Can I be forgiven for hurting my wife even when I’ve been to confession for it. Can I receive or do I have to go back to confession? (46:37)
5 Oct 2026 · 50 min
Fighting No-Fault Divorce
Mary Bowen joins Doug to give an update on her lawsuit against the Texas no fault divorce law. Listener questions and comments: Ronnie - My parents got a divorce when I was in my 30s and it hurt me. (17:05) Patrick - When you go through divorce, you feel like a criminal. I went through it and it was humiliating. (19:36) John - If you have a marriage partner that has a mental illness (bipolar), how do you work with that in a Catholic marriage? (23:08) Marilyn - My granddaughter wants a divorce. As a grandma, what should I do? They've been married for 14 years and have 4 boys. (39:32) Don - My…
2 Oct 2026 · 51 min
Caring for Parents Under One Roof
Doug shares how to handle the challenges when and elderly parent moves in with you. Listener questions and comments: Matt - I have been married for 20 years. I have a continued pattern of not telling the truth. My wife has had enough. What should I do? (6:22) Addison - We moved in with my father-in-law. He's 86 now. It has been hard, but really beautiful since our son is 8 years old. My biggest advice is to have those memories, and try and have your own time. Sit around the table and have dinner together. (11:51) Rose - Mom moved in with me. I feel called by God to take care of my mom. I…
1 Oct 2026 · 50 min
Toxic Empathy
Monica Hinderer joins Doug to discuss toxic empathy. They also discuss questions on marital infidelity, and healing past wounds. Listener questions and comments: Juan - I have been married for 15 years and my wife thinks I'm cheating. (4:04) Joe - Does marriage counseling help heal past wounds such as infidelity? (18:37) Don - I've experienced toxic empathy and also the other marital issues fueled by toxic empathy. (41:13) Gloria - My husband was unfaithful, but doesn't want to go to counseling. Should I still go to counseling myself? (47:51) Resources: Monica Hinderer…
30 Sep 2026 · 51 min
Rules for Manliness
Bear Woznick joins Doug to discuss his two books; 12 Rules for Manliness, and Men of Grit and Grace. Listener questions and comments: John - I have family history of the cowboy code! (36:28) Resources: School of Manliness https://www.bearschoolofmanliness.com/
29 Sep 2026 · 51 min
Overcoming Grief
Sam Hodges joins Doug to discuss grief. They explore practical ways to support someone who is grieving, how people process grief differently, and what grief can look like in marriage and everyday life. They also take listener calls from people sharing their own experiences with grief. Listener questions and comments: Sophie - My husband is mad at God and got away from his faith. Should I stay with this person? We are both Catholic and didn’t get married in the Church. (22:08) Mare - The best thing I ever did was get involved in a Catholic group for grief. My grief was due to my father…
28 Sep 2026 · 51 min
Number One Rule for Dating
Doug shares the number one rule in dating and discusses questions that must be answered to really get to know someone well. Listener questions and comments: Leslie - My husband died on April 2nd and we didn’t end on a good note and I don’t have closure. (12:17) Ray - I have noticed that girls will talk very loosely and tell stories about their sex lives. What should we do to address it or ignore. (18:03) Patricia - I am dealing with strife between multiple generations in my family. (22:52) Resources: Catholic Christianity https://ignatius.com/catholic-christianity-cachp/…
25 Sep 2026 · 50 min
Conversion, Jealousy, and Purity in Dating
Doug talks with his daughter Emily about seeing the beatification of Bishop Sheen in person. Doug also covers a few listener emails before getting into dating advice, including conversion to Catholicism within a marriage, jealousy in relationships, and navigating purity while dating. Listener Questions and Comments: Matt - Should I pursue conversion to Catholicism at the expense of my marriage? He has been married for seven years but is being drawn to Catholicism, and his wife is not very happy about it. (11:51) Mark - Words of encouragement for Matt. As a CCD teacher married to a Jewish…
25 Sep 2026 · 50 min
Postpartum Depression and Psychosis
Monica and Doug discuss postpartum depression and psychosis, what can be done to treat them, and how to equip children who hear about these difficult cases. Listener questions and comments: Celeste: I experienced psychosis two years ago and struggled with a split personality. (11:20) Rose: I experienced postpartum depression and want to share my happy ending. (29:35) Cynthia: I never planned to have children and did not have a maternal instinct. My husband wanted seven children, and after having children, natural births, and breastfeeding for two years each, I became very maternal and…
24 Sep 2026 · 51 min
When Addiction Hurts Your Marriage
Are you married to someone struggling with an addiction that is damaging your marriage? Doug welcomes Scott Weeman, founder of Catholics in Recovery, to explore the roots of addiction and how people can begin the path toward healing and freedom. Listener questions and comments: Charlie – I have been in Al-Anon and found a “Letter to an Alcoholic” especially helpful. I want to share how it helped me. (18:26) Joe – I spent 12 hours on YouTube yesterday and realized I am addicted. How can I break this habit? (26:39) Dawn – I am in a 12-step program and want to…
22 Sep 2026 · 51 min
From Complaints to Connection in Marriage
Doug discusses several marriage topics including: complaining, where to find a good husband, and female breadwinners. He also shares several quotes to strengthen marriage. Listener questions and comments: Robert - My wife and I have been married for 20 years and I have a problem where I lie about small things. (11:18) Jade - I found out my boyfriend is cheating. He says he wants to marry me. Should we continue? (23:28) Mark - Comment: Jade seems like the forgiving type but she can’t trust him until he gives her time to show it. (40:33) Josh - The Bible says that men are to be the…
21 Sep 2026 · 50 min
Sleep Problems and Marital Stress
Dr. Bobby Jakucs joins Doug to discuss insomnia and nightmares and their impact on marriage. Listener questions and comments: Monique - I have long days starting at 2 AM and ending at 9 PM so I have a lack of sleep. Is there anything I can do because I am burned out. (11:50) Dave - I am semi-retired. I feel like I am over sleeping. What should I do? (22:05) Joanne - I have a nightmare where someone is chasing me and I scream in my dream but I wake up my husband. (25:16) James - My son is going through mental issues and is taking melatonin but it’s giving him bad side effects and…
18 Sep 2026 · 51 min
The Possibility of Forgiveness
Doug unpacks a case study of an impossible marriage redeemed. In his story, the wife is shocked to learn that her husband was having an affair with a “friend”. Doug also responds to an email from a man whose wife refuses forgiveness and respect. PLUS: The Friday Rant! Listener questions and comments: Jane - One good way to go about asking a man out is through mutual friends and having a mutual gathering. (33:32) Resources: Impossible Marriages Redeemed https://www.leilamiller.net/impossiblemarriagesredeemedpdf…
17 Sep 2026 · 50 min
Healing from Pornography and Infidelity
How can pornography destroy a marriage? Should a couple get married in the Church after an 11-year civil marriage? What should you do if your wife is withholding forgiveness? Doug goes to the mailbag answering these questions and more. Listener questions and comments: John - I have been married for several years and my wife was unfaithful. We separated physically but then got back together. Now there is a separation on my part mentally that I can’t get over. (15:37) Mary Ann - When there is someone dressed immodestly my husband doesn’t distance himself and I wish he would.…
16 Sep 2026 · 51 min
A Christian Approach to Mental Health
Special guest Bishop Michael Burbidge joins Doug to discuss his pastoral letter, The Divine Physician and a Christian Approach to Mental Health and Wellbeing. Listener questions and comments: Deedee - I have been in a state of spiritual complacency. Is this a spiritual or mental issue? (37:08) Resources: The Divine Physician and a Christian Approach to Mental Health and Wellbeing https://www.arlingtondiocese.org/2026/01/20/the-divine-physician-and-a-christian-approach-to-mental-health-and-wellbeing/ El Médico Divino y un enfoque cristiano de la salud mental y el bienestar.…
15 Sep 2026 · 51 min
Loving Him Through Sexual Addiction
Dann and Roxane Aungst join Doug. Roxane discusses her reality during the 25 years of Dann’s sexual addiction. Listener questions and comments: Maria - How do you look at your wife now? How did you overcome these emotions after such a long addiction? (22:43) Susan - Listening to this is very difficult. My daughter's husband was introduced to porn at 10 years old and it destroyed their marriage. She left him and is living with another man. Do you have any advice? (25:32) Yolanda - What you are saying is beautiful but my husband is very proud. It's still hurting us. (40:18) Resources:…
14 Sep 2026 · 50 min
Gaining Wisdom in Marriage
Doug shares three tips from St. Bernard on gaining wisdom and explores how to apply them to our marriages today. Listener questions and comments: Brian - Somebody came into my life briefly and because of my life issues they left. How do I move on or get them back? (21:52) Jessica - I don’t like the way my daughter dresses or the music she likes. How do I address this tension? (25:49) Noah - I am currently living in Utah and there aren’t many Catholics. What should I do? (33:40) Allen - The Philippines are about to legalize divorce. Muslims are protesting but the Catholics seem to…
11 Sep 2026 · 50 min
Resources for Faithful Marriages
Dr. Julia Dezelski joins Doug to discuss USCCB resources available for married and dating couples. Listener questions and comments: Chris - When I got married, there was very little marriage preparation. This needs to be a bigger emphasis. (22:41) Walt - It seems like in modern culture it seems like children are an add-on and not the focus. Is this being addressed? (31:14) Margy - There is very little available for people getting remarried in the Church and for those who have annulments. (38:25) Resources: Catechumenal pathways for married life – Free PDF…
10 Sep 2026 · 50 min
Prioritizing Family Over Career
Doug discusses an email from a woman concerned that her husband works excessively and is pressuring her to take on full-time work as well. She worries that this dynamic is harming their marriage and family life. Doug emphasizes the importance of being present for one’s spouse and children and making family a top priority. Listener questions and comments: Josephina - My husband and I are one of the couples who work a lot. I am comparing myself to the lady from the email, but at the same time I am also a workaholic sometimes. (19:28) Matt - I work 12-15 hours a day, and I am in a…
9 Sep 2026 · 51 min
United Against the Enemy’s Attacks
Doug discusses why you won’t find Eden here on earth and also tackles emails from couples who are struggling in their marriages. Listener questions and comments: Richard - We have been married for 16 years but every time we go to put the sheets on the bed we end in a fight. (21:19) Alex - We have been separated for a year now and my husband suffers with addiction and infidelity. I just filled divorce today. (26:00) Mary - Comment for Alex: I have a book recommendation for her. 'Marriage 911'. (43:33) Maria - I am Catholic but I deal with spiritual warfare. My daughter got married to…
8 Sep 2026 · 50 min
Praying For Your Marriage
Dr. Chris Ebberwein joins Doug to discuss his book, The Cana Rosary: A Couple's Prayer. Resources: The Cana Rosary: A Couple's Prayer https://www.amazon.com/Cana-Rosary-Couples-Prayer/dp/1502392232 Marriage Unhindered https://www.marriageunhindered.com/ Happy Marriage for Life https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/
7 Sep 2026 · 50 min
Making Jesus Christ the Center of your Marriage
Fr. Peter Armenio joins Doug to discuss marriage and spousal love from his book Highlights of the Catholic Faith. Listener questions and comments: Josephina - I went to confession, and I was able to apologize to my husband. It opened up the world of forgiveness. (19:55) Deedee - I have been married twice, and both men are deceased. What is the Catholic position on getting married a third time? (37:07) Walter - The world we live in is so materialistic and disposable. It’s also happened in marriages. People use their spouse and then throw them away. (38:34) Angel - I was on a few weeks…
4 Sep 2026 · 50 min
Faith, Family & Radio
Mark Swartzberg joins Doug to discuss his conversion to the Catholic Church, family life, and his journey to Relevant Radio. Listener questions and comments: • Brian - What are the specifics on the validity of the marriage and the sacramentality of marrying a non-Catholic? (40:28)
3 Sep 2026 · 50 min
Overcoming Anxiety
Catherine DiNuzzo joins Doug to discuss anxiety from a Catholic perspective. They define good vs bad anxiety, the problem of guilt, and how to manage anxiety as a Catholic. Listener questions and comments: Jasmine - How do I fight my mind that triggers anxiety even if I’m doing okay? (10:19) Rose - I get anxiety around my kids, but I don’t want to share with my kids. What do I say? (35:21) Judy - I have had anxiety when other people are driving. What should I do? (39:59) Resources: Sacred Heart Mental Wellness https://www.sacredheartmentalwellness.com/

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Marriage Unhindered is a English kids & family podcast from Relevant Radio. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: Relevant Radio
Language: English
Category: Kids & Family
New episodes: Daily
Typical length: 51 min
Latest episode: 14 Oct 2026
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