August Love Story

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 about our own experiences and candidly discuss the highs, lows, and unexpected twists that come with being together for seven years. From evolving interests to the challenges of juggling a bustling schedule, we explore how change impacts our connection. Discover the secrets to maintaining love and passion as we share insights, laughter, and even a dash of sentimentality. Tune in for an engaging conversation about love, growth, and the enduring bond that keeps us going strong! #7thanniversary #sevenyearitch #weddinganniversary

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

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.

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

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.

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 to discuss how they have stayed together for 20+ years.

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.

Join Artieka and Tommy as they discuss fatherhood.

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.

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.  

  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 we hear that you should be friends first but none of these gentleman are willing to look beyond that when it comes to being ready to love. #nephewTommy #willpackerproductions Send your listener letters to ouraugustlovestory@gmail.com to be read aloud on the show. Follow Tommy & Artieka Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AugustLoveStory Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/AugustLoveStory Artieka: http://www.instagram.com/artieka Tommy: http://www.instagram.com/iamtommytda3rd

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.

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 #loveandmarriagehuntsville #tocheatornot

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

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 the household.    

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.lifemadeconscious.com/10-common-misconceptions-about-marriage/ #milennialmarriage #loveandmarriage #marriagemisconceptions

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 just grew apart. Information on the article referenced in the episode: https://www.xonecole.com/issa-rae-talks-navigating-friendship-breakups-when-its-nobodys-fault/

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.

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.

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. 

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

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-imposed quarantine. Join us as we discuss its impact on our relationship.

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 date. 

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.  

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 listener solve a financial question in her relationship.  Please like, rate, comment and subscribe.

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 topics.

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 rise (or fall) of a relationship due to social distancing.

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.

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) happiness.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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 Akronym Music and Allyson is his fiance who is currently studying psychology. Listen as we dissect how we feel our placement within our families impacts our relationships. 

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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. 

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 break.

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

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 do to keep the spark going when life gets to be a lot.

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

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

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

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

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