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Two married people who enjoy the life they have been given. We talk about marriage, parenthood and everything in between.

Carlton Matthews


    • Nov 17, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 37m AVG DURATION
    • 62 EPISODES


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    Episode 58: Thanksgiving Gift | Life In The Clouds Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2021 25:39


    In this episode we finalize our Thanksgiving Menu and reminise a bit about the early days of our relationship.  We also give you a bit of homework.  Take time to appreciate your spouse.Life in the Clouds is a twice-monthly podcast where we discuss marriage, family and everything in between.Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifeinthecloudspodEmail: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Episode 57: Practice

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2021 27:25


    In this episode we talk about the importance of practice.  For those of you listening to this podcast you can watch the video version over on our Facebook page.  Life in the Clouds is a twice-monthly podcast where we discuss marriage, family and everything in between.Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifeinthecloudspodEmail: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Episode 56: Episode 56 - Into The Well

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2021 27:47


    In this episode we are discuss taking the leap of faith into marriage.  We also discuss how men's room bathroom habits are trash.Life in the Clouds is a semi regular podcast where we discuss marriage, family and everything in between.Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifeinthecloudspodEmail: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.comBlog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Episode 55: Episode 55 - Sticky Note

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2021 60:14


    In this episode we talk about some pre work questions for a marrieds couples weekend.  Deidre also shares her thoughts that she captured on a sticky note.

    Episode 1: Episode 54 - Bread

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2021 49:00


    In this episode we talk a little about where we have been and a lot about the controversy about bread.

    Episode 53 - Outdoor Activities

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2020 55:10


    In this episode we are exiled to the backyard by a gang of unruly teens.  We are forced to record in the "cold".  There is an epic edit about halfway through as our recorder failed without telling us.  Hopefully the whirlwind isn't too distracting and you are able to tease out 1 or 2 nuggest from our crazy. Life in the Clouds is a twice-monthly podcast where we discuss marriage, family and everything in between. Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifeinthecloudspodEmail: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.comBlog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Episode 52 - Swim in Your Lane

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2020 51:52


    We catch up and take the "How well do you know your partner" quiz. Life in the Clouds is a twice-monthly podcast where we discuss marriage, family and everything in between. Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifeinthecloudspod Email: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com Blog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Episode 51 - Off the Floor

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2020 64:21


    What’s New Deidre's Birthday 100 Day Challenge Eating Marriage Thoughts How do you handle this time of introspection as a couple. How do we handle big decisions? Listen to Each Other Consider your partner and sincerely listen to them Consider Our Words Consider how we communicate any frustrations in this moment Don’t be Selfish -  Consider what’s best for the relationship and not just for the you Be Patient Consider the decision you want to make and remember that while normal has changed we shouldn’t act rashly Homework What decisions has the pandemic made you consider? Share these thoughts with your partner. Life in the Clouds is a twice-monthly podcast where we discuss marriage, family and everything in between. Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifeinthecloudspod Email: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com Blog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lifeinthecloudspod    

    Episode 50 - The Big 5-0

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2020 59:17


    In this episode we celebrate 50 episodes. Whew! Life in the Clouds is a twice-monthly podcast where we discuss marriage, family and everything in between. Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifeinthecloudspod Email: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com Blog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Episode 49 - No Homework

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2020 52:07


    In this episode we record without doing our homework.  That means we share a lot about current events and how they are impacting our lives.  Our oldest also makes a surprise visit at the end of the episode. Life in the Clouds is a twice-monthly podcast where we discuss marriage, family and everything in between. Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspod Email: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com Blog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Episode 48 - Lazy Summer Evenings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2020 48:25


    In this episode we answer a few more questions from The Story of Us couples journal and share a lazy summer evening. Life in the Clouds is a twice-monthly podcast where we discuss marriage, family and everything in between. Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspod Email: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com Blog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Episode 47 - In Between

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2020 56:05


      In this episode, honestly, we get lost in the weeds discussing a variety of topics.   Life in the Clouds is a twice-monthly podcast where we discuss marriage, family and everything in between. Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspod Email: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com Blog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Episode 46 - Stand Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2020 53:37


    In this episode we talk about sharing responsibilities.  Carlton also rants about men not pulling their weight at home as they discuss some interesting articles that they came across. Life in the Clouds is a twice-monthly podcast where we discuss marriage, family and everything in between. Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspod Email: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com Blog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Episode 45 - Tired

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2020 40:27


    In this episode we are Tired... Life in the Clouds is a twice-monthly podcast where we discuss marriage, family and everything in between. Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspod Email: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com Blog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Episode 44.5 - The TP Standard

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2020 21:49


    After finishing up episode 44 we started having a conversation that Deidre thought we should share with all of you. So enjoy some bonus content. Clouds is a twice-monthly podcast where we discuss marriage, family and everything in between. Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspod Email: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com Blog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Episode 44 - Spoons and Ice Cream

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2020 59:01


    In this episode we share what happened and where we have been. Thanks to everyone who has been checking in with us. Life in the Clouds is a twice-monthly podcast where we discuss marriage, family and everything in between. Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspod Email: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com Blog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifeinthecloudspod Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Episode 43 - Tropical

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2019 29:18


    We broadcast from the beautiful island of Antigua as we celebrate 17 years of marriage. We answer 2 questions that we have received. If you would like to have us answer a question you can email is at feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com

    Episode 42 - Its a New Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2019 53:37


    Season 3 of Life in the Clouds starts now. We are excited to continue the conversation on enjoying the lives we have been given. We look forward to hearing your feedback on this episode. Life in the Clouds is a twice-monthly podcast where we discuss marriage, family and everything in between. Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspod Email: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com Blog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifeinthecloudspod Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Episode 41 - Emergence

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2019 29:48


    We emerge from our avalanche of boxes to record. Forgive the randomness of this episode. Regular episodes will resume just in time for the 100 day challenge.

    Episode 40 - New House Who Dis

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2019 45:07


    We just finished up episode 40 and wanted to share it with you early.  Zoelle joins us for this episode where we talk a lot about moving and trampolines. Life in the Clouds is a twice-monthly podcast where we discuss marriage, family and everything in between. Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspod Email: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com Blog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifeinthecloudspod Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Episode 39 - What is the Point of Marriage

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2019 39:13


    On this episode we review an article entitled, What's the point of Marriage. We also talk about our impending move. Life in the Clouds is a twice-monthly podcast where we discuss marriage, family and everything in between. Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspod Email: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com Blog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifeinthecloudspod Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Episode 38 - Opposites Attract

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2019 31:13


    On this episode, we once again grab the emergency recorder to capture a discussion already in progress. Topics range from how opposites attract. At least they did for us. Some commentary on what we've learned trying to sell our home and general silliness. Life in the Clouds is a twice-monthly podcast where we discuss marriage, family and everything in between. Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspod Email: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com Blog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifeinthecloudspod Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Episode 37 - Be An Advocate

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2019 42:15


    On this episode, we talk about many things, one of them being sex. Most importantly we discuss being an advocate for your marriage. Life in the Clouds is a twice-monthly podcast where we discuss marriage, family and everything in between. Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspod  Email: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com  Blog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifeinthecloudspod Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Episode 36 - Vintage

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2019 36:57


    In this episode, we decide to hit record in the middle of a conversation about how marriage is designed for us to grow. We also share some thoughts on some differences between our parenting styles between the 1st phase and 2nd phase of kids. Life in the Clouds is a twice-monthly podcast where we discuss marriage, family and everything in between. Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspod  Email: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com  Blog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifeinthecloudspod Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Episode 35 - Run The Gauntlet

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2019 37:20


    In this episode, we discuss returning from our baby hiatus, authentic relationships, and kindness. We are glad to be back in the saddle again.

    Episode 34 - The Home Stretch

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2018 21:43


    We decide to get one last episode in before the new baby is born. This goofy episode was recorded and edited on our iPhone.

    Episode 33 - Unbreakable

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2018 38:40


    This was a goofy episode. Carlton talks about how he is a bad pastor and we learn about the importance of laughter in marriage. Life in the Clouds is a Bi-Weekly podcast hosted by Carlton and Deidre Matthews. They share about life, love and everything in between.

    Episode 32 - Carb-O-Load

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2018 50:36


    In this episode, we discuss the importance of margin to your marriage. Carlton also dodges the question of his carb intake. Join us as we continue to live life in the clouds. Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspod Email: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com Blog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Episode 31 - Cough Cough

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2018 40:42


    Back again with another episode, our heroes discuss the importance of boundaries in marriage. Join us as we continue to live life in the clouds. Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspod Email: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com Blog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Episode 30 - Not Funny

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2018 47:40


    This episode shows our dedication to this podcasting as we lost our first recording as well as our recording rig. So here we are sharing our thoughts on a New York Times Modern Love article about marriage branding. We also share our wins for the week and our areas of improvement. Don't forget to like and subscribe.

    Episode 29 - Scissors

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2018 39:42


    Welcome to Season 2 of the Life in the Clouds, a podcast about marriage, family and everything in between. In this episode, we reintroduce ourselves after our summer break and discuss a technique that we use in counseling to check in with our spouses. We also talk about how gifts we give can often include some extra baggage. Make sure you don't miss any episodes by subscribing to Life in the Clouds in your podcast player of choice.

    Success is Your Answer | The Minute

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2018 0:55


    Let your success be the answer to the naysayers. #dadlife #minute #inthecloudspod

    Episode 28 - Sock Drawers and Soap Boxes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2018 24:02


    In this episode, we pull back the curtain and talk about an issue of great importance. The state of Carlton's sock drawer. We also discuss some of the feedback that we have gotten as we share that we are having our 4th child. Life in the Clouds returns for Season 2 on September 6th. Like and subscribe so you never miss an episode.

    Episode 27 - Right In The Patellum

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2018 39:59


    *** Bonus Episode *** We jump in with an episode before our return in September. We shake our podcast cobwebs out discussing our new addition, our broken rhythm, and we share some common relationship issues. This is a raw episode so I hope you enjoy it. Stay cloudy.

    Episode 26 - Free TV

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2018 58:04


    In this episode, we get back into our podcasting flow and talk about what we have learned from each other. We also talk about the beginning of summer, compromises we've made in marriage and what is new with us. Join us as we continue to live life in the clouds. Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspod Email: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com Blog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Episode 25 - Pollen Cloud

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2018 39:07


    In this episode, we attempt to record in between putting the baby to bed and being interrupted by our older kids. Beware the pollen cloud! Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspod Email: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com Blog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifeinthecloudspod

    Embrace Change - Marriage Minute

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2018 1:29


    This Marriage Minute is about our favorite subject, change. Embrace it because it happens every day.

    Episode 24 - Exotic Locations

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2018 41:41


    We take advantage of our first set of warm days to record this episode. We talk about apologies, share some quotes the stop arguments, and talk about what's new with us. Twitter: @gods_man @inthecloudspod Email: feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com Blog: https://www.lifeinthecloudspod.com/

    Episode 23 - Being Fully Present

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2018 67:14


    We are joined by the All But Done Almost Dr. Justin West and his wife Malyndi. We talk about the article, "5 Things to Say to Your Wife During a Fight." We have a great time. We hope that you enjoy listening. You can email us at feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com. Don't forget to like and subscribe.

    Let’s Talk - Marriage Minute

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2018 8:35


    Taking a break from our standard episode format to share some quick thoughts on communication in marriage. Let me know what you like about this format. Do you want more of these small posts in between our longer form podcasts. Email me at feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com and let me know. Don't forget to like and subscribe.

    Episode 22 - Straight Grinding

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2018 48:03


    In this episode, we get back to the grind and talk about 3 positive behaviors in marriage, communication, compromise, and sacrifice. We also answer some relationship questions. We would love to answer your questions at our email feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com. Don't forget to like, subscribe and review us on iTunes and Stitcher Radio.

    Episode 21 - Snow Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2018 35:41


    There is a NorEasterner coming to our area and are anticipating a school snow day so our 10 year old joins us to share some of the trials and travails of Elementary School. Our apologies to her teacher for airing class business. We do an extended "What's new with you" in this quick episode. Don't for get to like and subscribe.

    Episode 18 or 20 - Vibing

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2018 39:35


    On this episode, we vibe! Always remember that Life is a Highway.

    Episode 17 - Renovate Life Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2018 52:03


    On this episode, we walked there are notes for our live podcast/sermon being given at Renovate Life Church on March 4, 2018. We talk about heeding the lessons around us, sharing your story, and leaving a legacy. Join us as we Live Life in the Clouds.

    Episode 16 - Successful Valentines Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2018 21:20


    A quick episode to celebrate our 3 successful Valentines Day in 16 years. We talk about 4th-grade weddings, our history with Valentines Day, and Black Panther. A good time was had by all. We hope you enjoy it too. Email us at feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com Don't forget to leave us a 5 star review, like and subscribe.

    Episode 15 - Heavily Medicated

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2018 29:59


    In this episode, we discuss some random thoughts about super bowl commercials, the impending government shutdown, and CrossFit. We share a lot about family meal prep and what has worked for us.

    Episode 14 - Hot Buttons

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2018 44:53


    In this episode, we talk through some hot-button topics of dealing with friends, finances, and sex. About halfway through recording we were interrupted and had to get back into our rhythm. Articles we discussed: Boundaries in Marriage: How Outside Parties Can Disrupt Relationships - http://www.boundariesbooks.com/articles/boundaries-in-marriage/outside-parties-disrupt-relationships/ The Truth About Money and Relationships - https://www.daveramsey.com/blog/the-truth-about-money-and-relationships Too Tired 4 Sex - http://www.parenting.com/blogs/show-and-tell/sex-and-marriage Join us in the clouds every week in your podcast player of choice. You can also stream our episodes at www.lifeinthecloudspod.com Leave us a 5 star reviews on iTunes and Stitcher and send any feedback to feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com

    Episode 13 - A Fiery Rant

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2018 45:51


    This episode is different. While we eventually get to some marriage discussion we have a few things to get off our collective chests. I hope you enjoy a little unfiltered discussion.

    Episode 12 - Random Conversations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2018 41:38


    In this episode we get a bit random, talking about a lot of things. Deidre teases Carlton about his inability to notice the changes around him and colors in general. We finally settle into some open-ended questions that we ask couples in counseling.

    Episode 11 - Laundry Happens

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2018 15:57


    In this episode, we manage to not break the chain by recording while folding laundry. We discuss 2018 goal setting, get interrupted by our 10-year-old, and Deidre trolls Carlton. We hope that you enjoy this short episode of Life in the Clouds.

    Episode 10 - New Year New Parents

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2018 39:41


    In this episode, we celebrate the New Year and talk about what is working for us as new parents. Join us in the clouds every week via your podcast player of choice.   Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1296824937 Stitcher Radio - https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/this-end-up/life-in-the-clouds?refid=stpr Google Play Podcasts - https://play.google.com/music/m/Ilift4gl2gv3tbsguvieucn5zyq?t=Life_in_the_Clouds   You can also stream our episodes at www.lifeinthecloudspod.com Leave us a 5-star reviews on iTunes and Stitcher and send any feedback to feedback@lifeinthecloudspod.com

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