Dear Future Wifey

Can a dreamer and a realist build a successful marriage together?

In episode 806, Kevin and Melissa Fredericks shared with host Laterras R. Whitfield the challenges of balancing dreams with reality, and the power of partnership. They share their journey through understanding, and growth, providing insights into making a marriage work against all odds...

What should you do if you are 35 years old and have never been in a relationship before? 

In Episode #805, host Laterras R. Whitfield welcomes Phylicia Hooper, a guest full of hope and laughter. Throughout this story, Phylicia shares her journey of maintaining purity, navigating the challenges of dating as an adult, and her faith in finding true love. Hopeful For Love is a testament to overcoming adversity through humor, faith, and a deep understanding of personal worth...

How can emotional resilience help you during times of grief and hardship? 

In episode 804, host Laterras R. Whitfield is joined by Judge Lynn Toler, who opens up about her life, love, and the lessons learned from her grieving journey. Judge Lynn Toler shares insights from her marriage of 33 years, her experiences growing up in a family with mental health conditions, and the transformative power of love and understanding in the face of life's challenges...

Can love survive after decades apart? In episode #803, Laterras sits down with Shakela and Gregg Matthews to recount their remarkable love story. Facing divorces, infidelity, and a journey of forgiveness, this story will take you from their initial teenage romance through personal struggles, marriages to others, and eventual reunion. Kela and Gregg's union is a testimony of commitment, forgiveness, and the power of timing...

Healing from divorce is a long road, but it is possible. Laterras sits down with Destiny Payton and she opens up about her healing journey after a turbulent divorce, sharing her resilience through challenges like incarceration. Together, they explore past traumas and family history, revealing the profound impact on marriage choices. Discover Destiny's healing, her perspective on forgiveness, dealing with breakups and where she stands in her journey to love...

Laterras kicks off season 8 by sharing his vision of the podcast going forward. He also takes the time to emphasize the importance of vulnerability, relating his personal journey with addiction and financial troubles. Laterras stresses the need to address issues hiding unseen rather than ignoring problems and letting them grow. A guest unexpectedly interrupts the podcast and confronts Laterras about his perspectives on relationships, accountability, and controversy...

Christian Keyes, Lamman Rucker, Montell Jordan, Kristin Jordan, Russell Tomlinson, Dr. Cindy Trimm, Lisa Wu, LaVon Lewis, and Alton Walker discuss modern relationships and marriage. Laterras R. Whitfield guides the panel through a variety of topics like dating dynamics, how couples met their spouses, the journey to marriage proposals, the role of intimacy, handling arguments and differences, and more...

What does it take to build a marriage that lasts for decades? In this special live episode, Laterras sits down with married couples Warryn Jr. and Erica Campbell and Warryn Sr. and Sandra Campbell, married for 48 years, as well as Shanta Atkins and Jor él Quinn to complete a two-part panel on being thankful for love...

Have you ever wondered what makes love last through all of life's ups and downs? In this episode, Laterras facilitates a dynamic panel discussion with power couples and singles at the Cali Worship Center on maintaining authentic, evolving love. Transparent testimonies and wisdom are exchanged on staying rooted in patience, purpose and faith when navigating the unpredictable waters of dating, marriage and personal growth...

This episode follows entrepreneurs Marcus and Harriet Speed, who rebuilt their marriage after divorcing. Though together only 6 months before marrying, they built several businesses over 10 years of marriage. Putting the past behind them, they have reconciled and launched a new restaurant. They now run a thriving business while cherishing family and planning their next venture. Despite the storms, Marcus and Harriet found partnership and purpose in each other...