The Husband and Wife Podcast

Intro Song By - Reggiebaybee "When Coronavirus Got You Fucked Up" In today's episode, we're talking about how life has been being quarantined because what else is there to talk about?! Kidding. Kind of. But no, we're talking about what we've been up to, how we plan to spend our time, plus 11 tips to get you through this time. And don't worry, there are a lot of laughs during this episode! It should definitely give you a good laugh and leave you feeling hopeful during this time!

In today's episode, we're sharing tangible steps you can take in order to move closer into turning your side-hustle into your full-time job! When Claire transitioned from nursing to blogging, there were a lot of things she learned over the years that were necessary in order to turn that into a reality. Not only are we sharing tangible tips, but also the mindset shifts that have to happen during the process. 

In today's episode we're diving into the book “High Performance Habits: How Extraordinary People Become That Way” by Brendon Burchard. After years of research, this book compiled the 6 habits that successful people from all walks of life, professions, and backgrounds possess. We're sharing how you can take the quiz to see where you fall in each habit, our biggest takeaways from each habit discussed, and the ONE trait that all high performers possess which creates more happiness and a higher score across all habits.

On today's episode, we're talking about how we approached our finances differently this year and how we're planning on budgeting better. We're sharing what areas we needed to improve on personally, how to tell what areas you may need to take a closer look at, and online tools we use to track everything!

In today's episode we're recapping how our January reset went! From Dry January and no alcohol for the month to our other goals like counting macros, working out 5x a week, waking up early and meditating. We're chatting about how we're feeling now that January is over plus what was easy for us to stick to, what was more difficult and what we're going to keep doing going into February. Thank you to Heineken 0.0 for sponsoring this episode and helping us get through our Dry January! 

In today's episode, Claire is sharing why she decided to take a break from nursing and the thoughts that went into that decision. While you'll get the inside scoop, we also share tips that can help you make a hard decision whenever you're feeling uncertain, pressure from others, etc. We also talk about the important steps to take after you've made a decision and what will set you up for the most success moving forward.  Come say hi on social!  @claireguentz / claireguentz.com @stephenguentz

Get ready to hear what it's really like when you go to marriage counseling! Actually, it's not as bad as you may think—we actually kind of enjoyed it! As we started working together more and basically spending 24/7 together, we thought it would be a good idea to set some (preventative) boundaries. Tune in to hear what we actually talked about during our first session, how to find a good counselor in the first place and some tips that you can implement into your own relationship today!

Today we're recapping 2019 & then diving into all things 2020! We're sharing what we're focused on for the new year & specifically how we're kicking it off with our January reset. We're sharing goals that are related to fitness, & personal development so there is something for everyone regardless of what your goals are. We hope this episode gives you some ideas & encouragement for starting off the New Year. Thank you to Heineken 0.0 for sponsoring this podcast and helping us with a successful dry January!

Alright ladies & gentlemen!! Today we're talking about how to work through failure, move through the feelings of "what if" and how to overcome imposter syndrome. Whether you're starting something new, or are considered "successful" we all feel these emotions. Today we're talking about how we've worked through them and giving you tangible tips to do the same. 

Today we are talking all about enneagrams! If you're not familiar, the enneagram is a highly accurate personality test that gives you huge insight into your personality and your tendencies which help with self-awareness and self-development. Plus, it helps you understand better how you and others (once you know their enneagram number) operate. We're sharing how impactful knowing your number can be for you and others, what our numbers are, and how it's affected us personally and as a couple. Read about the types here https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/type-descriptions

Let's talk about nurse & physician burn out. I'm sharing my experience & other's stories, why it's a problem & how to address it with Johnson & Johnson today. Sharing some additional articles below from J&J on how they are working towards solutions. Center for Health Worker Innovation Healthy Workforce Offerings by J&J Medical Devices Companies Innovative Ways to Address the Growing Crisis of Doctor & Nurse Burnout    

In this episode, we're talking about our experience splitting time between families during the holidays, and some tips for how to approach finding that balance. We're also diving into our gift ideas (full holiday gift guide coming soon!), and how New Years has changed for us over the years (then vs. now).

In this week's episode, we are recapping our experience from the rise business conference hosted by Rachel and Dave Hollis. We're going over what the overall experience was like and sharing the best takeaways from each speaker. These are tools and tips that will help you level up your personal life and your business.

Are you or your partner thinking of launching a product? This episode is for you! In today's episode, Claire and Stephen go through the tangible steps it takes to start a product, what to expect along the way and why mindset is such an important part of the process. They share their real-life experience with not only building a product but the impact it can have on relationship dynamics as well.

Whether it's you or your partner going through change and uncertainty, it's never easy and not having the right support system makes it even more difficult. Today Claire and Stephen are sharing about times where they've both been through periods of uncertainty and how the other person has demonstrated support. In this episode, you'll get tangible steps to get support from your partner and ways to give support back. Plus, they discuss why being supportive is so integral to any healthy relationship!

In this week's episode, Claire & Stephen are talking about how to build confidence from the inside out. Some are more naturally confident than others, but the good news is confidence is a skill that can be learned. They are sharing why people tend to lack confidence in the first place and things they have noticed and done over the years to become more confident and self-assured.  This stems from self-awareness, changing your mindset, and taking pride in things like your appearance. Claire also shares skincare and style tips that can have a major impact on your self-confidence as well. 

In today's episode, Claire and Stephen are talking about how they broached the topic of taking the next step of getting engaged, how they decided on Claire's engagement ring plus how Stephen proposed. They are also diving into their wedding—budgets, what they loved, what they would have done differently, etc.

In this episode, Stephen and Claire each share the 3 things they feel are most important in having a successful relationship and eventually marriage. They also each share the 3 things they feel like can be detrimental to marriage as well. Tune in and see if you agree!  Follow along! @claireguentz & @sguentz1221

In this episode, Stephen & Claire talk about what they've learned after being homeowners for a year and steps someone should take (plus things to think about) if they are interested in buying a home. They also cover the FAQs from Claire's IG audience about finances in a relationship, plus the best advice they got from their accountant about budgeting!

It today's episode Claire talks about her recent struggles with self-comparison on not only social media but with her past self. She talks about steps she's taken to get in a better headspace, which anyone can apply to their own life if they are feeling similarly. She also talks about her diet and workout plan for Italy over the next 2 weeks. 

In today's comeback episode, Stephen and Claire talk about their 2019 so far and what's to come. Claire also speaks about her new boob job, upcoming macro challenge, and new nursing hours while Stephen describes his new keto website and school update. Both Claire and Stephen also talk about their upcoming trip to Italy and the fact that it's Stephen's first time overseas. 

In today's episode, Claire shares why she went back to school for nursing, what nursing school was like, and her experiences now as a nurse in a medical ICU. The episode then transitions into Johnson and Johnson and their initiatives to help nurses achieve their goals. The episode also includes Stephen talking about personal revelations regarding people's health and ends with Claire sharing some of her own. This is an episode you won't want to miss!

In today's episode we're talking about the most FAQs Claire gets regarding IG—how did you get started? How did grow a following? And how did you turn your IG from a hobby into a full-time career? Sharing her journey plus tips & advice for any aspiring bloggers and influencers!

In this episode, we're talking about our traditions, getting enough "me" time during the family festivities, and loneliness during the holidays. We're also sharing how we approach our workouts & eating during the holidays and some tips to help stay balanced while enjoying yourself!

In this week's episode, we're talking all about babies! Yes, like actual babies and also fur babies (ie. dogs)! We're sharing our thoughts on kids, if and when we will have them, plus the current status on getting a dog! And not surprisingly, we aren't seeing eye to eye on this. So tune in for a little update and insight on what we're thinking in these two departments!

So what's been going on recently? LOTS! Life update is coming at you in this episode! We're talking about Claire's trip to NYC, her 30th birthday (kudos to Stephen for the ultimate surprise), and how to manage expectations and priorities, all while having a positive mindset (which is SO important)! Join us for another episode with some laughs and tangible takeaways!  @claireguentz @sguentz1221 claireguentz.com

In this episode, we're talking about why mental health is just as important as your physical health! We're sharing our personal experiences with daily stressors, in addition to anxiety that is more deeply rooted. You'll leave this episode with practical tips that you can apply to your daily life in order to help manage stress and anxiety, in addition to ways to help manage anxiety and stress long term. Join us for an episode with lots of great takeaways and of course some laughs and entertainment in the process. Let's be friends! @claireguentz @sguentz1221 claireguentz.com

In this week's episode Claire and Stephen are talking about relationships: what makes them successful, aspects that make you incompatible with someone, and red flags to look out for. These all come from things they've experience in their own relationships, or seen firsthand in other relationships that others have been a part of. Whether you're single, dating, or married these are relationship tips that everyone should be aware of!    Let's be friends! @claireguentz @sguentz1221 claireguentz.com

On today's episode we're talking about goals. The importance of having them, why to make them, and how to accomplish them. We also are diving into instant gratification versus long term rewards that goals can breed, and why it's important to look at the big picture. Join us today as we dive into the importance of goal setting and what are some of our current goals we're working towards.  

On today's episode you guys just get Claire! She's talking about all things related to Nursing and how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Whether you're in nursing school or working as a nurse, it can be super demanding when it comes to your time and energy. Claire is covering all her tips on how to stay healthy, fit, and keeping your mental sanity - all while going through nursing school to when you're actually working as a nurse!

In today's episode we're talking about the most common fitness and health struggles that people face. Everything from lacking motivation, accountability, consistency, how to find balance, what to do when you don't see progress, etc. We hope that this episode gives you some great takeaways on how to approach these common obstacles!

Join us on today's episode where we cover everything about our move & owning our first home! Talking about house renovation projects, budgeting, where we found our best furniture, etc. Plus the pros & cons of homeownership!

In today's episode we're talking about everything food! From covering the grocery staples, what we look for when grocery shopping, how we eat meals as a couple when only one person counts macros, to making healthier/macro friendly choices when going out to eat. Plus we're covering how we eat when we're on traveling, plus common mistakes we've made or seen others make when it comes to food and their fitness goals. This episode will definitely give you a lot of practical tips you can apply to your own life!  Let's be friends! @claireguentz @sguentz1221 claireguentz.com

In today's episode Stephen and Claire give a brief life update, and talk about Claire's new venture into health coaching. They also cover some positive and negative ways they have been dealing with stress, and tips that have helped with both stress and time management during this especially busy season.    Let's Be Friends! @claireguentz @sguentz1221 claireguentz.com

In today's episode Claire and Stephen are sharing their advice on how to balance individual passions in a relationship. Whether it's personal hobbies, a career change, or a side hustle--they've been there! Navigating personal passions within a relationship can have it's challenges, but there's a way to navigate them and be supportive of your significant other in the process.  Let's be friends! @claireguentz @sguentz1121 claireguentz.com

Today marks our year wedding anniversary! With that said, today's episode is a recap of our first year--what's happened, what's changed, what are some struggles and wins we've had, and what we think is important on a daily basis for a long lasting relationship. Stephen also gets some insight on what to do and what NOT to do when initiating sex ;) Haha, join us for hopefully another funny but insightful episode!  Let's be friends! www.claireguentz.com @claireguentz & @sguentz1221 

Today's episode is in the "self improvement" category so to speak. Over the last year we have found things that we've incorporated into our day to day that have really helped us lead a more positive, fulfilling and satisfying life. These are things that ANYONE can start incorporating into their daily life and we truly believe that they will improve your life through adding meaning, purpose, fulfillment and long term happiness! 

Today's episode is all about traveling! Aside from places we've been and where is on our bucket list, we're sharing things that we always do when traveling--from how we choose where to stay, car rentals, what essentials to pack and how to condense what you bring (listen up ladies!), what is the best travel credit card, etc. All of this plus how to save money while doing it! 

In today's episode we're giving a quick life update and then diving into our current mindset with our fitness and diet regimen. Over the years we've learned that your health routine ebbs and flows which is totally normal and okay! Today we're talking about some changes we will be making in the upcoming month to help get us "back on track." We're also talking about the difference between setting goals and being disciplined, without being self critical in the process.

Per requests on today's episode we're talking all about money and finances (don't worry, it wont be boring!) We're sharing how we handle our finances when we were single, to dating, and now being married--from student loans, to traveling, buying a house and your average daily expenses. We're not claiming to be financial experts here, but we've definitely learned a few things along the way! Let's be friends! @claireguentz & @sguentz1221 claireguentz.com

In todays episode, we talk to Dr. Julie Suyama. Julie (who also happens to have her PhD--no big deal) is doing her residency in the speciality of OBGYN at the University of Pennsylvania Hospital. She shares with us everything from why she wanted to be a doctor, how to maintain your physical and mental health with an incredibly busy schedule, and her current experience as an OBGYN doctor. She also shares with us many useful insights regarding women's health--both information and tips that every woman should know!

On this episode we are featuring our first guest, Kallie House (@kalfitlife)! Today Kallie is sharing with us the importance of following your passion and finding happiness in your work. She initially started off as an elementary school teacher and discovered her love for fitness and motivating others during this time. She talks about how this discovery caused her to leave teaching and follow her passion which ultimately led her to the world of soul cycle and becoming an instructor. Join us today as she shares her story, along with tips and advice for how to make that scary but ever so rewarding decision. 

In this episode, Stephen and Claire are getting personal! What else is new? In today's episode they are sharing their faith journeys from how they were brought up, to their experiences through high school and college, to where they are today. Their hope is that this episode will serve as an opportunity to just have an open and honest conversation surrounding the topic of faith and their experience with it. 

Today's episode marks a milestone of this podcast having over 10,000 downloads! As a way for us to say thank you we are holding a giveaway for you all so be sure to listen for details on how to enter. In today's episode we catch you all up to speed on what's been going on in our life recently. From what it's like to build a business while still working full time, the process of trial and error, and adjustments we've had to make in order to cope and stay sane. We're also talking about our new house! Yes, we bought a house so get ready to hear all the details on that process and our new future home.

In today's episode, Stephen and Claire discuss what it's like to try and make friends as adults. They talk about reasons behind why they feel making friends is important and how it can become increasingly difficult to do once you leave college. They go over ways to meet people when you're older and the importance of vulnerability and putting yourself out there. 

On this week's episode, Claire and Stephen dive into disagreements and arguments in relationships. Covering how arguments change once you're married, what red flags look like during arguments and how they resolve disagreements. The couple also explains what the nasty box is from the book “What Makes Love Last”, and how these involved behaviors lead to unhappy and unhealthy relationships.  

On today's episode, Stephen and Claire are talking all things fitness. Join them as they go into their mindset towards their fitness routines and eating habits, and how they've changed from when they first started their fitness journeys. They also dive into why people fail when it comes to fulfilling their health goals, the ebbs and flows of their fitness routines, and how to stay motivated in the long run.  

In today's episode, Stephen and Claire talk about going back to school as adults, and searching to find happiness in a career. Claire shares about her journey getting a first bachelor's degree, then going back to school for nursing, and also her transition into blogging. Stephen also dives into his current experience going back to school and why he chose to. The couple also discusses why leaving your current career may be the best thing, and the steps to take in order to do it.

In this introduction episode, Claire and Stephen introduce themselves and give a brief run down on how this podcast came to be. The conversation shifts to Stephen's insecurities (ahem, what other's think when he's taking a million of photos in public as an IG husband), and Claire explains how to move past feeling self conscious. The couple also talks about the importance of just getting started when you have a goal, followed by the episode ending on an odd note with a conversation on Craigslist missed connections.