Truly Unruly

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Marcus Trufant, a former NFL star, and his wife Jessica Trufant present an unfiltered, funny and thoughtful take on marriage, parenting and relationships. With a solid 12 years of marriage, the young parents of 5 kids deliver a fresh perspective on the challenges, pitfalls and joys of marriage and parenthood. Through love and laughter, this husband and wife duo share hilarious and entertaining stories while giving the best advice to married couples, newlyweds, new parents, new moms, girl dads, busy moms, working parents and everyone in between. Follow us on Instagram: @marcus_trufant @fabvmom

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    • Jun 3, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 37m AVG DURATION
    • 153 EPISODES

    5 from 74 ratings Listeners of Truly Unruly that love the show mention: jessica, parenting, marriage, family, real, always, love, marcus and jess.


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    The Truly Unruly podcast, hosted by Marcus and Jess, is a breath of fresh air in the world of lifestyle and entertainment podcasts. With their polar personalities and relatable nature, the hosts offer a unique blend of real-life stories and personal growth journeys. From an NFL superstar's perspective to everyday supermom experiences, this podcast covers a wide range of topics including fashion, family, health, and philanthropy.

    One of the best aspects of The Truly Unruly podcast is the relatability factor. Marcus and Jess are everyday people who share their thoughts and experiences in a candid and entertaining manner. Their discussions on marriage, family, parenting, and other aspects of life are highly relatable for listeners. It feels like having a conversation with friends as they discuss various topics that resonate with their audience.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is its entertainment value. Marcus and Jess have a knack for infusing humor into their conversations which keeps the episodes engaging from start to finish. Their genuine chemistry as hosts shines through as they share funny anecdotes and tell captivating stories that leave listeners entertained. Additionally, the couple's ability to keep it real and not sugarcoat anything adds authenticity to the podcast.

    While there are many positive aspects to The Truly Unruly podcast, one potential downside could be its narrow focus on certain topics. Although lifestyle & entertainment, fashion, family, health, and philanthropy are interesting subjects to explore, some listeners might prefer a wider variety of topics or more depth in specific areas. However, this can be subjective depending on individual preferences.

    In conclusion, The Truly Unruly podcast is a delightful addition to the world of lifestyle and entertainment podcasts. Marcus and Jess bring their unique perspectives to the table while keeping things relatable, funny, and entertaining. Their authenticity shines through as they discuss various aspects of life including marriage, family dynamics, parenting challenges, and personal growth journeys. This podcast is perfect for anyone looking for a refreshing and unfiltered take on everyday experiences.



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    Latest episodes from Truly Unruly

    If he does it for one kid should he do it for the rest?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 25:39


    In this episode, Marcus and Jessica discuss a viral video of a woman who is upset that her ex won't buy shoes for all her kids. She's upset that her son came home with new shoes but none for the other kids. Does she have a right to feel this way? Also, we touch on the ever-so-controversial P. Diddy trial.   

    Dating in American Vs Abroad

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 36:53


    In this episode, Marcus and Jessica receive an email from a guy traveling outside the United States for work. He notices the stark differences between dating American women and foreign women. He claims that American women are more surface-level compared to their foreign counterparts. Do you agree? Listen now for this intriguing conversation.

    Dating; Is age nothing but a number?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 29:14


    The age-old question; is age nothing but a number? This week Marcus and Jessica discuss that timeless question. Is it ok to date someone half your age? Should it be normalized? Or is someone older and wiser taking advantage of someone young and naive? Marcus and Jessica answer all those questions on this episode of Truly Unruly.

    Are Diets Are Racist too?...There's Commentary That Says Why

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 44:19


    Are diets racist, too? That's what some say in a new viral video making its way around the Internet. Marcus and Jessica dive in on the controversial video. Plus, the couple shares their thoughts on celebrating 17 years of Marriage.

    Should You Put Your Spouse Before Your Kids?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 28:44


    In this episode, Marcus and Jessica discuss a topic that has gone viral! Ayesha Curry, the wife of NBA Star Steph Curry, said she puts her husband before her kids. The Trufants discuss Ayesha's comments and give their perspective in this week's episode. 

    How Social Media Creates Unrealistic Relationship Expectations

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 25:46


    In this episode, Marcus and Jessica tackle the viral topic sweeping the internet: how social media creates unrealistic relationship expectations. This is a good one you don't want to miss out on. Tune in now!

    Falling in love with someone else while in a relationship.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 34:34


    Can you fall in love with someone else while in a good relationship? Surprisingly enough this is a very common question! Marcus and Jessica dive deep into this topic and give their perspective. Marcus believes this is a real thing while Jess on the other hand thinks it's nonsense. Tune in now!

    Oh Sh*t!! Our Oldest Is Going Off To College!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2025 33:24


    It's been a while but the Trufants are back! In this episode, they give a life update on everything with the family. Also, they share the news about their oldest daughter going to college. Do you think Marcus and Jessica are ready for the oldest to leave the nest? Listen in now!

    What Steps Should You Take To Teach Kids Not To Be People Pleasers?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 25:57


    In this episode, Marcus and Jessica discuss how they raise their kids not to be people pleasers. Jessica talks about her journey and how she had to break her bad habit of being a people pleaser as an adult. Follow on all things social @trulyunruly_podcast 

    What Role Did You Play In Your Last Breakup And Martha Stewart

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 31:17


    Do you believe what your partner says about their ex? Did they tell you what part they took in the breakup? In this episode, Marcus and Jessica discuss a viral video of Martha Stewart (yes, you read that correctly) about only hearing one side of the story regarding cheating. Follow on all things social @trulyunruly_podcast

    Marcus and Jessica Trufant Discuss the WILDEST Internet Stories

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 23:01


    What would you do if you thought the house you were renting was owned and paid off by your boyfriend, but you have been paying rent the entire time? A mother confronts her son's girlfriend's dad for putting his hands on her son. Guess what the dad caught the son in bed with his daughter! Check out this latest episode of Truly Unruly.Follow on all things social @trulyunruly_podcast

    Why Won't My Baby Dad Show Me The Same Respect He Shows His Girlfriend

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2024 27:46


    In this episode, Marcus and Jessica answer a listener's question about dealing with her kids' father. She says she wishes he showed her the same respect he shows his girlfriend. Tune in now for the whole conversation!Follow on all things social @trulyunruly_podcast

    Can Our Relationship Survive After We Both Cheated?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2024 25:59


    In this episode, Marcus and Jessica respond to a messy email from a listener. She caught her man cheating and in an act of anger, she went out and cheated on him. Now she wants to know if their relationship can survive. This is a wild conversation you don't want to miss out on!Follow on all things social @trulyunruly_podcast

    My Family Disapproves of My Relationship: When Your Partner Returns From Prison

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 38:15


    In this episode, a listener finds herself at a crossroads. After 12 years with her boyfriend, including a five-year stint he spent in prison, she's now facing immense pressure from her family to end the relationship. Her family doubts he's truly changed and fears she's making a huge mistake by staying with him. Torn between her love for her boyfriend and her family's unwavering disapproval. Follow on all things social @trulyunruly_podcast

    Finding Mr. Right: Why It's So Hard to Meet a Good Man in Today's Dating World

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 32:00


    In this episode, a 30-year-old woman shares her dating experiences and thoughts. Marcus and Jessica explore why many women struggle to meet the right person. Whether you're single, dating, or in a relationship, this episode has something for you. 

    50% of married women have a "backup man" if marriage fails, study says

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 24:05


    A new study says that 50% of women have a "backup man" if their marriage fails.Marcus believes the study is very eye-opening. While on the other hand, Jessica thinks the study is a reach and far from the truth. Dive into this new episode of Truly Unruly. Follow on all things social @trulyunruly_podcast

    My Daughter is Dealing With Her First Break Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 31:30


    The Trufants receive an email from a mom whose daughter is dealing with her first breakup. She needs advice on how to help her daughter get through this hard time. The Trufants give her advice and share their own stories of heartbreak.Follow on all things social @trulyunruly_podcast

    How important is it to choose the right parent for your children?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 41:21


    In this episode, Marcus and Jessica discuss the importance of choosing the right partner to have kids with. But it's not as easy as it sounds. Tune in now for this interesting discussion. Follow on all things social @trulyunruly_podcast 

    What's the most disrespectful thing you've done in your relationship? How did you get past it?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2024 40:58


    We asked the internet what the most disrespectful thing they've done in their relationship is. The responses are off the hook! Tune in now to hear all the drama! Follow on all things social @trulyunruly_podcast

    I think my boyfriend is hiding something on his phone

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 24:39


    Marcus and Jessica receive an email from a listener who is suspicious about her boyfriend and his cell phone. She says he keeps his phone face down and when she asked to use it once he awkwardly stood next to her while she used it. Should she be concerned? Follow on all things social @trulyunruly_podcast

    I think he's cheating while traveling for work

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2024 32:58


    Marcus and Jessica receive an email from a listener who believes her man is cheating on her, while he plays sports overseas. She looks to Jessica for advice since she is the wife of a former NFL player. Follow on all things social @trulyunruly_podcast

    My Man is Paying Another Woman's Rent

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 30:28


    This week the Trufants answer an email from a listener who says she just found out her man has been paying another woman's rent. To make matters worse, she knows who the woman is and is beyond furious! Follow on all things Social @trulyunruly_podcast

    Work Spouses: Fun and Playful or Emotional Cheating

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 37:01


    In this episode, Marcus and Jessica discuss a wild situation where a woman discovers her husband's work wife at a company barbecue. The work wife makes inappropriate comments and gestures towards the husband, upsetting the wife.Follow on all things social @trulyunruly_podcast

    Dealing with a rude Mother-in-Law

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2024 31:19


    Marcus and Jessica celebrate their daughter Karmen's high school graduation in this episode. They reflect on their journey as a family, from the early days to this significant milestone. The couple also discuss an email from a listener struggling with her rude mother-in-law.Follow on all things Social @trulyunruly_podcast

    Awkward Moments: Dealing with Kids Walking In During Adult Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 30:22


    In this episode, Marcus and Jessica Trufant discuss a listener's dilemma of their 13-year-old daughter walking in on them during intimacy. They share their thoughts on the situation, debating whether embarrassment is justified and offering advice on how to approach the awkward encounter.Follow @trulyunruly_podcast on all things Social 

    Am I wrong for calling my wife a POS for eating our kids food?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2024 32:51


    In this episode, Marcus and Jessica discuss a hilarious viral story about a husband calling his wife a POS for eating their 8-year-old's dinner. They debate whether the husband was wrong or not in his reaction. Follow on all things social @trulyunruly_podcast

    Vacation Drama: When Casual Conversations Cause Conflict

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2024 38:57


    In this episode of Truly Unruly, Marcus and Jessica discuss a viral story about a family on vacation in Miami, where a woman in a bikini interrupted a father and son building a sandcastle, and the wife is upset about it. She thinks the woman was being too flirty.  Tune in for the whole story it's a good one!Follow @trulyunruly_podcast on all things social!

    When Cheating Hits Home: STDs, Lies, and Relationship Decisions

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 30:34


    In this episode, Marcus and Jessica Trufant discuss an email from a woman who discovered she had an STI despite being married and faithful. The woman's husband had been cheating on her with a side chick who didn't show symptoms, leading to a shocking revelation. Follow @trulyunruly_podcast on all things social

    When Boundaries Blur: The Open Relationship Question

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 39:44


    In this episode Marcus and Jessica discuss an email from a listener whose Fiancé has developed feelings for a friend and proposed an open relationship, causing tension.Follow @trulyunruly_podcast on all things social!

    Building Stronger Relationships: Tips from Relationship Boosters Dr. Carol Ann Trotman and Dr. Kia James

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 44:14


    On this episode the Trufants are joined by special guests Dr. Carol Ann Trotman and Dr. Kia James from Relationship Boosters. These licensed therapists help individuals and couples improve communication, intimacy, and connection to boost their sex life. With 18 years of experience, they have successfully guided thousands to healthier relationships by breaking toxic communication patterns and implementing strategies for a better quality of life.For more information on Dr. Carol Ann and Dr. Kia visit their website here.Follow them on IG @relationship_boosters

    Cheating on Vacation: Are girls and guys trips ok?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 34:01


    On this episode of Truly Unruly, Marcus and Jessica discuss an email from a woman concerned about her boyfriend traveling on vacation to the city where his ex lives. She noticed a few red flags lately and wants to know if she's overthinking.

    Meeting Her Family: A White Man's Journey to the Cookout

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2024 34:54


    In this episode, Marcus and  Jessica discuss a listener email from a white guy dating a black woman who is nervous about meeting her family for the first time. He's afraid her family may not accept their relationship.  Marcus and Jessica offer tips on how to prepare for the big introduction.Follow @trulyunruly_podcast on IG & TikTok

    When Your Mind Wanders: Staying Present During Sex

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 37:57


    In this episode, Marcus and Jessica dive into an email from a listener struggling with distractions during intimacy with his wife. Despite a healthy sex life, he finds himself mentally drifting off during intimate moments, causing concern for both himself and his wife.

    He Broke Off Our Engagement and Won't Tell Me Why

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2024 35:37


    In this episode, a listener opens up about a rough start to her year after her ex-fiancé of five years called off their wedding and left her for someone she claims is “younger and prettier.” Marcus and Jessica then dive into self-worth and starting over after heartbreak. 

    Why is having certain interests considered acting "white"?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2024 39:05


    In this episode, Marcus and Jessica discuss the reasons why some black individuals may not pursue certain interests or activities that are perceived as traditionally "white." They explore the idea of certain hobbies associated with specific racial groups and how societal perceptions can impact a person's choices.

    Who Should Pay for Childcare When Dating a Single Parent?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 36:44


    In this episode, Marcus and Jessica discuss the question that has been circulating online: Should a man who is dating a single mother be responsible for paying for childcare when going out with her? Follow on IG and TikTok @trulyunruly_podcast

    Preferences or Prejudice? Unpacking Racial Choices in Romance

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 44:51


    In this episode, Marcus and Jessica discuss the topic of black men with money dating outside of their race. They share an Instagram clip from a podcast that sparked the conversation and discuss potential reasons behind this, including geographical factors and social circles.

    The Controversial Parenting Style: Forcing Kids vs. Giving Them a Voice

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 35:35


    Marcus and Jessica discuss a viral video about a dad's parenting style in this episode. The dad believes in forcing his child to do things he doesn't want to do in order to develop discipline and healthy habits. Marcus and Jessica share their thoughts on this approach and delve into their own experiences with being forced to do things as children.

    Love and Logic: Navigating Male Emotions in Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2024 40:31


    In this episode, Marcus and Jessica dive into the topic of emotions, specifically focusing on male emotions. They explore why women want to see some level of emotion from men, even if it may not be as intense as their own.

    Jellyfish Attacks, and Relationship Bombshells

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2024 25:59


    Marcus and Jessica share their holiday vacation experience, including family bonding and an unexpected encounter with jellyfish in Jamaica. A friend reaches out to Kel for advice with a shocking story that sounds straight out of a drama film.

    My Boyfriend of 24 Years Wants To End Our Domestic Partnership

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2023 37:44


    In this episode, Marcus and Jessica Trufant address a listener's email about her boyfriend ending their 24-year relationship. The listener suspects that her boyfriend is going through a midlife crisis. They discuss the impact on their children, ages 8 to 20, and the financial implications of selling their recently built house.

    Navigating Finances in Relationships with FinaciALLI Focused Founder Alli Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2023 50:43


    In this episode, Marcus and Jessica are joined by special guest Alli Williams, founder and CEO of FinanciALLI Focus. They discuss relationships and money, particularly during the holiday when people spend a lot. Allie, who has helped many individuals with their finances, shares insights on creating a flexible financial plan and feeling confident in managing money.Follow Alli Williams @financiallifocused

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