Lindsey and Brett dive into the realities of long term marriage and the things no one really tells you, including emotional seasons, recurring conflicts, and the need for intentional connection. Brett also explains large cap investing and breaks down how company size, growth stocks, and value stocks fit into a diversified strategy.

Lindsey and Brett explore the mental load many people carry in relationships and how being the “manager” at home can impact connection, energy, and resentment. Brett also breaks down portfolio diversification and explains why nuclear energy is becoming a sector more investors are starting to watch.

Lindsey and Brett answer listener questions about communication, boundaries, and navigating early relationship challenges. Brett also breaks down how to structure short, medium, and long term financial goals and shares real examples to help listeners make smarter money decisions.

Lindsey and Brett talk about setting “we” resolutions that strengthen relationships through shared habits, gratitude, and intentional time. Brett also explains how to set realistic financial goals for 2026 using the SMART framework.

Lindsey and Brett talk about navigating the holidays after the loss of a loved one and why it is okay to step back from traditions that feel too heavy. Brett also shares a simple step by step overview of the financial tasks families often face after a loss to help reduce stress during a difficult time.

Lindsey and Brett answer listener questions about navigating holiday relationships and setting healthy boundaries during a busy season. Brett also shares practical tips for budgeting gifts and managing holiday spending without added stress.

Lindsey and Brett explain the 3x3 Rule and how intentional time together and apart can strengthen a marriage during busy seasons. Brett also shares common life insurance mistakes and simple guidance to help families choose coverage with confidence.

Growing apart does not always mean the love is gone. In this episode Lindsey and Brett talk about what drifting looks like, how to reconnect with intention, and practical year end tax strategies.

Lindsey and Brett talk about emotional burnout, how it impacts connection at home, and simple ways to recharge your energy along with tax tips that can help you finish the year strong.

The hosts discuss why quiet luxury date nights are becoming more popular and how staying in can feel more meaningful than going out. They also respond to listener questions about money, including raises, side hustles, and choosing between salary and benefits.

Answering Listener Questions: When Love Languages, Husker Football & Inflation Collide What happens when your love language doesn’t match your partner’s? Or when your paycheck doesn’t stretch quite as far as it used to? In this week’s episode of Financially 4 Ever After: A Love & Money Podcast, Lindsey and Brett Shunkwiler get real about relationships, finances, and everything in between.

Brett and Lindsey explore how healthy dialogue and intentional planning can strengthen both your connection and your financial future.

Your hosts sit down with financial advisor Carina to talk about parenting, family communication, and money. This episode shares real stories about staying connected, building independence, and preparing your family financially.

Brett and Lindsey share their funniest relationship icks and how they reframe them, then dive into simple strategies to handle inflation and help protect your finances in 2025.

Brett and Lindsey break down the Netflix documentary Unknown Number and how catfishing is impacting modern relationships. They also dive into how AI is changing the job market, which stocks to watch, and simple ways to reduce your tax burden.

Brett and Lindsey Shunkwiler break down toxic TV couples, first credit card lessons, and the real differences between leasing, owning, and preparing for retirement. A mix of humor, nostalgia, and real-life money talk that helps you rethink love and finances.

In this episode, Brett and Lindsey Shunkwiler welcome Lexi, a college student and finance major, to talk about financial firsts and how pets can strengthen relationships. Their dog, Penny, also makes an appearance, reminding us how much joy (and lessons) pets bring into family life.

Explore Politics, Religion and Marriage and whether couples should align on views, plus why lowering interest rates matter for your finances.

In Episode 41 of Financially 4 Ever After, Brett and Lindsey Shunkwiler share how letting go of ego can strengthen your relationship and explain why life insurance is vital for both stay-at-home and working parents who want to protect their family.

In this episode of Financially 4 Ever After: A Love and Money Podcast, we talk about finding the right partner and building a strong relationship that lasts. You will also hear smart strategies with alternative investments to help you keep more of your hard-earned tax dollars.