Real Raw & Relatable
Denny Willard & Piper Kaiser
Healing marriages and life after divorce
Episodes
Real Raw & Relatable episode 62 " The Little Things "
Send us Fan MailLove isn't always found in grand gestures.Sometimes it's a handwritten note in a lunchbox. A text that simply says, "Thinking about you." Making breakfast before work. Bringing home flowers for no reason. Cleaning the snow off a windshield. Taking a moment to really listen.In this episode of Real, Raw & Relatable, we're talking about the little things that make people feel seen, appreciated, and loved. Healthy relationships aren't usually built by one big moment—they're built by thousands of small, intentional moments over time.We'd love to hear from you!Join our Real, Raw & Relatable – The Podcast Facebook group and become part of the conversation. Share your thoughts on this episode, suggest future topics you'd like us to discuss, ask questions, and let us know how we can pray for you. Our hope is to build more than a podcast—we want to build a community where people can encourage one another and grow together.What's one little thing someone has done for you that made you feel truly seen and appreciated? We'd love to hear your story.🎙️ Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, then come join us in the Facebook group. We can't wait to connect with you!(8) Real Raw & Relatable the Podcast about saving marriages. | FacebookSupport the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 61 " Visit Their World "
Send us Fan MailWhat if one of the biggest secrets to a healthy marriage isn't finding someone exactly like you—but becoming genuinely curious about the person you love?In Episode 61 of Real Raw and Relatable, Denny and Piper explore how stepping into each other's worlds has strengthened their relationship after divorce. From binge-watching Love Island, to cheering for the Detroit Lions, to seeing Predator: Badlands, Wicked, and even movies that neither of them would normally choose, they discovered that connection often grows when we're willing to experience life through our spouse's eyes.If you're looking to heal your marriage, reconnect after divorce, or simply become more intentional in your relationship, this episode will challenge you to stop asking, "Why don't they like what I like?" and start asking, "Teach me why you love it."Sometimes the strongest marriages aren't built on shared hobbies—they're built on shared curiosity.Five Hashtags#RealRawRelatablePodcast #HealingMarriages #LoveAfterDivorce #MarriageGrowth #ChooseEachOtherFollow us on Facebook and YouTube.(11) Real Raw & Relatable the Podcast about saving marriages. | Facebookhttp://www.youtube.com/@RealRawRelatablePodcastSupport the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 60 " The Danger in Trusting Your Feelings "
Send us Fan MailHave you ever made a decision based purely on how you felt... only to regret it later?In this episode of Real, Raw & Relatable, we explore the danger of letting emotions become the driver of our lives. Feelings are real, but they're not always reliable. We talk about relationships, assumptions, communication, faith, happiness versus joy, and why maturity isn't ignoring emotions—it's learning to manage them with wisdom.If you've ever reacted before thinking, assumed the worst, or struggled to separate your feelings from the truth, this episode is for you.We'd love to hear your thoughts! Join our Real Raw and Relatable the Podcast Facebook group and be part of the conversation. Your story may encourage someone else who's walking through a similar season.#RealRawAndRelatable #Faith #Relationships #EmotionalHealth #PersonalGrowthSupport the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 59 " Half a deal and a Cracked windshield "
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Real, Raw & Relatable, we share two ordinary moments that became extraordinary tests of integrity.One involved a car deal I desperately needed. The other involved a cracked windshield that could have easily been overlooked. In both situations, we were faced with the same question:Do we compromise our character when life gets hard?We talk about the pressure that fear and desperation create, why honesty costs something in the moment, and why a clear conscience is worth more than a bigger paycheck.Through personal stories, biblical principles, and an honest conversation between Denny and Piper, we explore what it really means to choose integrity when nobody would know the difference.If you've ever wrestled with taking the easy way out, this episode is for you."A commission check gets spent. Character remains. A clear conscience is the best pillow."Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 58 " Extra Tarter Sauce & Fresh Cut Flowers "
Send us Fan MailEpisode 58: Extra Tartar Sauce & Fresh-Cut FlowersThe Little Things That Keep Love AliveWhat do Filet-O-Fish sandwiches with extra tartar sauce and fresh-cut flowers have to do with a healthy relationship? Maybe more than you think.In this fun and lighthearted episode of Real, Raw & Relatable, Denny and Piper put each other on the spot to see just how well they know one another. From favorite foods and dream vacations to pet peeves, favorite colors, and the little quirks that make each other unique, they laugh, stumble, and discover that love isn't about having all the right answers—it's about never stopping the pursuit of your partner.Along the way, they share personal stories, inside jokes, and the small everyday moments that have helped strengthen their relationship. Whether it's remembering extra tartar sauce, bringing home fresh-cut flowers, or simply paying attention to what matters most to your spouse, this episode is a reminder that lasting love is often built through ordinary acts of kindness and thoughtfulness.This isn't a test to see if you know everything about your partner. It's an invitation to stay curious, keep dating each other, and never stop learning the person you love.Join Denny and Piper for an episode filled with laughter, authenticity, and a simple reminder that the little things often become the big things.Because healthy relationships aren't built on grand gestures alone. Sometimes they're built with extra tartar sauce, fresh-cut flowers, and the decision to keep showing up for each other every single day.Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 57 " Put the " F " word into your relationships.
Send us Fan MailIn this week's episode of Real, Raw & Relatable, we're putting the F-word back into marriage... FUN! (Get your mind out of the gutter! 😄)Somewhere between careers, bills, raising kids, busy schedules, and simply trying to survive life, many couples stop being best friends and start becoming roommates. The laughter fades, date nights become rare, and the little moments that once brought joy get replaced by responsibilities.Join Denny and Piper as they share personal stories, hilarious memories, and real-life moments that prove connection doesn't have to come from expensive vacations or grand gestures. From card games and cheap date nights to the unforgettable Mexico spa adventure, awkward family stories, and the moments that had them laughing until they cried, this episode is a reminder that some of the strongest marriages are built in the simplest moments.We'll also talk about why friendship is the foundation of lasting love, how playfulness can break stress patterns, and why couples need to intentionally make time to laugh, flirt, and genuinely enjoy being around each other.Marriage can't survive on responsibilities alone. Somewhere in the middle of life's chaos, couples have to remember how to have fun together again.Because years from now, you probably won't remember every bill you paid or every errand you ran—but you'll never forget the moments that made you laugh until you couldn't breathe.So sit back, relax, and let's put the F-word back into marriage... FUN!Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 56 " What's In Your Toolbox, How To Be Emotionally Available When No One Taught You How "
Send us Fan MailFor years, many men were taught how to provide, protect, sacrifice, and carry pressure… but nobody ever taught us how to stay emotionally connected while carrying all that weight.In this powerful solo episode of Real Raw & Relatable, Denny opens up about emotional availability, masculinity, silent pressure, abandonment wounds, and learning how to let the people you love see the human being behind the armor.Using the metaphor of a toolbox, this episode explores the emotional tools many men were never handed growing up:🔨 The hammer of provision and protection🪛 The screwdriver of listening🔧 The wrench of emotional flexibility🔦 The flashlight of self-awareness📏 The tape measure of understanding your spouse🛠️ The drill of commitment through difficult seasonsDenny also reflects on the unforgettable Rocky III moment where Rocky finally admits:“I’m afraid.”This episode is for:husbandsfathersmen carrying silent pressurecouples struggling with emotional connectionand anyone trying to understand what emotional availability actually means.Because emotional availability isn’t weakness…It’s allowing someone to emotionally know you.🎙️ Real Raw & Relatable PodcastSupport the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 55 " TJ and Kimberlie Testimony "
Send us Fan MailWhat happens when an agnostic alcoholic reaches the end of himself… and a praying wife is ready to walk away?In this powerful episode of Real Raw & Relatable, TJ and Kimberlie share their incredible testimony of brokenness, addiction, faith, restoration, and redemption.TJ spent years battling alcoholism while questioning God and living far from faith. Kimberlie stood by him through the chaos, praying, hurting, fighting for hope, and eventually reaching the point where she was ready to leave the marriage altogether.But God had other plans.What followed was a radical transformation that changed not only their marriage, but their entire purpose in life. Today, TJ is sober, walking with Jesus, and together they now serve in church helping others find hope, healing, recovery, and faith.This episode is for anyone:struggling with addictionfighting for their marriagefeeling hopelessquestioning Godor wondering if people can truly changeSometimes the greatest testimonies are born from the darkest seasons.🎙️ Real Raw & Relatable PodcastSupport the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 54 "Dating Doesn’t Have to Be Expensive… It Just Has to Be Intimate"
Send us Fan MailAfter paying bills and realizing there wasn’t much left over for date night, we chose connection over consumption. We walked together to a local festival, listened to live music, played cornhole, laughed, exercised, and simply enjoyed being present with each other — and it cost almost nothing.This episode dives into:• Why presence matters more than price tags• How modern distractions steal intimacy• The beauty of simple moments together• Why uninterrupted connection is becoming rare• How love grows stronger through intentional presence, not expensive experiencesSometimes the best nights aren’t the glamorous ones.Sometimes they’re the nights where you slow down long enough to truly see each other again.🎧 Real, Raw & Relatable Podcast — Episode 54Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 53 " The Wedge - How marriages slowly drift apart "
Send us Fan MailTonight’s episode is one of the rawest and most honest conversations we’ve ever had.We’re talking about the wedge that slowly forms in marriages — not overnight, but through years of responsibilities, survival mode, emotional drift, pride, unhealed wounds, and two people quietly sacrificing connection on the altar of obligations.So many couples don’t stop loving each other…they simply stop intentionally pursuing each other.Date nights disappear.Communication becomes defensive instead of connective.Teammates slowly become opponents keeping score against each other.In this episode, we unpack:how marriages slowly starve,why emotional drift happens,trauma responses and nervous system triggers,learning how to see each other beyond our wounds,rebuilding trust after years of patterns,and why somebody has to choose the emotional high road and begin sowing love, grace, empathy, and intentionality back into the relationship before a love harvest can ever return.We also discuss:🌾 “Sucker or Sower”🌾 emotional deposits🌾 forgiveness as stewardship🌾 covenant over feelings🌾 protecting the team instead of protecting prideThis conversation is not about perfection.It’s about awareness, healing, humility, and fighting for connection before the wedge becomes permanent.Because healthy marriages are not sustained by emotion alone…they’re sustained by intentional investment over time.🔥 “You cannot expect a love harvest from a field you stopped watering.”#RealRawRelatable #Marriage #Relationships #Healing #LoveHarvestSupport the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 52 " How do you go from 25 years together to.....complete strangers.
Send us Fan MailHow do you go from sharing a life with someone for decades… to not even speaking anymore?In this episode of Real Raw & Relatable, we open up about one of the strangest and hardest parts of divorce—the silence. After 25+ years of marriage and 30 years together, we never imagined life would look like this. No communication. Separate lives. Two completely different paths.We talk about what that feels like, how identity shifts after divorce, and why it can be so hard to process going from “we” to “me.”If you’ve ever asked yourself: “How did it end up like this?” “Why does it feel so surreal?” “Who am I now after all of this?” You’re not alone.We also share how faith plays a role in healing and moving forward—even when it doesn’t make sense—and how God can create something new out of something that once felt permanent.This one is real, unfiltered, and straight from experience.If this resonated with you, join our Facebook community Real Raw & Relatable Podcast—we’d love to hear your story, your struggles, and how we can pray for you.And if you’re going through something right now and need more than just listening… reach out. You don’t have to walk through it alone.Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 51 " Smile through the Storms "
Send us Fan Mail In this Episode we talk about what we learned in our church service, smile through the storms. Follow us on Facebook, Real Raw & Relatable the Podcast and give us feedback and share your storms. Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 50 " Change "
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about change and to embrace it as God is molding you for a better plan. We reference Ecclesiastes 3:1 and Jeremiah 29:11. Follow us on Facebook and give us feedback. God Bless you.Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 49 " Learn to be content "
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about focusing on your blessings. We reference 1 Timothy 6:7-10, Hebrews 13:5 and 2 Corinthians 12:10. Support the show
Episode 48 " Focus on gratitude "
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we share 7 things to help change your perspective to gratitude. I know it is easier said than done but we hope that this will help you along the way. We love you guys and God Bless you.Support the show
Episode 47 " 5 ways to tune out noise in your relationship "
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we unpack so many things to fight for our attention and slowly cause you to fall into an unhealthy pattern that we do not even realize is happening. Follow us on Facebook in the Real, Raw & Relatable Podcast Facebook group and share your input. Happy new year and we love you guys.Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 46 " Recap "
Send us Fan Mail In this Episode we talk about the events that happened the last month and recap the podcast over the last year. Merry Christmas you all and God Bless you.Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 45 " Focus on what you are thankful for "
Send us Fan Mail Hey guys, this episode we wanted to encourage you to be thankful for what you spouse is good at and not what they are lacking, we all have weaknesses and it could be easy to focus on that. Jesus knows our faults and sins and yet he still loves us through those short comings. Happy thanksgiving to you all and we love a are thankful for you. Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 44 " Learn to Rest "
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the wellbeing of your soul and the importance of taking a day of rest to recharge you. Come join us as we talk about how important it is to rest you spirit, mind and soul. Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 43 " When you know it's over "
Send us Fan Mail Come join us as we talk about a hard topic. We share from our hearts how hard it was realizing that both our marriages were over and the dark spot you go through during this difficult time. We always encourage you to heal your marriage, but this is for those of you that did fight and still could not stop divorce. God has a plan for you and I hope this episode gives your encouragement through your tough time.Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 42 " The Blame Game "
Send us Fan Mail come join us as we talk about 4 things to help you not fall into the blame game in your marriage. Join our Facebook group Real Raw and Relatable the podcast as we would love your feedback, input and suggestions for new episodes. Support the show
Episode 41 " Dating with a purpose "
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about dating with a purpose. Come join us as we talk about why we dated and hopefully this will help you find the one God has for you. Follow us on our Facebook group Real Raw Relatable the podcast.Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 40 " Our one-year anniversary "
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we celebrate our one-year anniversary. This episode is designed for the single people or the people that have been through divorce hoping to find love again. God has a person for you and thank you for listening.Support the show
Episode 39 " Pearls of Wisdom"
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about some pearls of wisdom from Charlie Kirk and unpack some of our thoughts and views as well. Join us as we share some of our viewpoints and expound on some of these little pearls of wisdom. We hope you enjoy!Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 38 " Division "
Send us Fan Mail Guys, we reflect on the passing of Charlie Kirk and our hearts are broken. The devil comes to kill, steal and destroy. He starts by dividing a marriage, then a family, to the neighborhood, then the community, keep dividing us within our states and countries and then the world. Jesus is the truth the life and the way. Stop this plan and fight for your marriage.Support the show
Episode 37 " Gods recipe for a loving marriage through scriptures"
Send us Fan Mail On this episode we unpack scriptures that strengthen marriages. Come join us and we would love your feedback. We have a Facebook group " Real Raw & Relatable the podcast " and we would love you to join the group.Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 36 "10 rules for a happy, long-lasting marriage "
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we unpack 10 rules as a solid foundation to strengthen and build a long-lasting marriage. Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 35 "Our Story one year later"
Send us Fan Mail Guys in this episode we talk about our story one year later, We do not know how to edit so apologize for all the crazy distractions and we keep it real. We even got into a disagreement on the podcast, haha. We are real people working through real things to make our relationship work. Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 34 " How addictions can destroy a marriage "
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we unpack how several addictions can drive a wedge between you and your spouse. Addictions come in many forms, alcohol, drugs, pornography. These are serious threats and if not dealt with, they will destroy your marriage. Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 33 " Life after Divorce part 2"
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the reality of going through a divorce. The pain and dark spot you go through. There is light after divorce but we both feel you if you are going through it. God is close to the broken hearted. We are always praying for you guys and we love you. Join our Facebook group.Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 32 " Parents expectations on you growing up shapes your marriage or relationships "
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about how our parents raise us and how that carries into our marriage or relationships. Follow us on our Facebook Group as we want to meet you. Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 31 " Where does true happiness come from? "
Send us Fan Mail In this Episode we talk about the true source of our own happiness. Join us as we unpack practical application about where we derive our happiness from encompassed around the scripture. Love you guys and God Bless you all.Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 30 " The stress that an ill spouse can have on your marriage "
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about how a spouse with an illness and how it can put stress on both spouses. We love you guys and do our best to encourage you through all the challenges that come in a marriage. Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 29 "The strain financial stress can put on a marriage "
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about how important it is to communicate with your spouse on finances. How you handle your money in your marriage is so important. We unpack how this can really weight heavy on your marriage if left uncommunicated.Support the show
Real Raw and Relatable Episode 28 " Our attitude is a choice "
Send us Fan Mail Hey guys. In this episode we talk about our attitudes and how they can impact us positively or negatively in our marriages and relationships. Come join us as we unpack some information about our attitudes. Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 27 " Uncommunicated Expectations "
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the importance of open communication and expressing your expectations. Join us as we talk about conveying your expectations to your spouse.Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 26 " Follow these steps for a thriving marriage "
Send us Fan Mail Happy Father's Day and in this episode, we talk about very important steps and actions to sow into your marriage and keep it thriving.Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 25 " Blended Families "
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about how blending families after a divorce can challenging and rewarding at the same time. Come join us as we unpack our experience with creating a blended family.Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 24 " Parasites "
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we reference from the Love Dare book. It was shown in the movie Fireproof. We talked about parasites that eat away at your marriage or relationships. Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 23 " Do what makes you happy??? Happiness vs Joy.
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the difference between happiness and joy. Come joins us as we unpack joy and what God says about it.Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 22 " Life after divorce "
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about life after divorce. The three phases you go through while healing after divorce. Self-care and finding love again. Join us on our Facebook group at Real Raw & Relatable the Podcast Facebook group and look for our logo. We want to connect with you and be able to build a community of married people, divorced people and single people. We can learn from YOUR story. Love you all.Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 21 " The damage infidelity causes in a marriage "
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we delve into the ugly truth of infidelity. It is such a hard topic but if you let go and let God, he can heal your heart. We love you all and praying for your marriage and relationship. Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 20 " What is a Covenant? "
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about what is a covenant and how God designed it. We reference Dr. Tony Evans on the 5 ingredients to a Godly covenant.1. Transcendence2. Hierarchy3. Rules4 Sanctions5. Inheritance Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 19 " Stress mismanaged can erode your relationship "
Send us Fan Mail Hey guys. In this episode we talk about the effects of stress in your marriage and relationships. When we are stressing, we are not exercising faith in God promises. Proverbs 3:5-6 and love you all.Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 18 " Your words can build up or destroy your relationship "
Send us Fan Mail This episode we talk about the power of your words. They can either build up your relationship or destroy it. Come join us as we talk about what your words can do in your relationship.Support the show
Episode 17 Marriage built on a Godly foundation
Send us Fan Mail hey guys, in this Episode we unpack the importance of building your marriage on the right foundation. God Bless you all.Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 16 " The Real Enemy Part 2"
Send us Fan Mail We are back for part two of the Real Enemy. We talk about the number one thing that damages a marriage or relationship. The enemy (Satan) is hard at work to destroy your marriage. Listen and give us feedback. We love you guys and Happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there.Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 15 " The Real Enemy "
Send us Fan MailIn this episode we talk about who the real enemy is in your marriage or relationship. The devil comes to kill steal and destroy. In this episode we unpack some scriptures to help combat the enemy. Come join us as we talk about what you can do to help save your marriage or relationship.Support the show
Real Raw & Relatable Episode 14 " Love and Respect "
Send us Fan MailThis episode we cover the Love & Respect book by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs. Talking about the blue and pinks lenses and the crazy cycle and how God taught us to love our wives and respect our husbands. Join us as we talk about Love and Respect.Support the show
Episode 13 The peaceful Phlegmatic. 4 of a 4-part series.
Send us Fan MailOn this episode we unpack the last personality temperament in our 4-part series on Personality Plus. Tonight we talk about the Peaceful Phlegmatic and God Bless you all. Support the show