Episodes
Jan. 26, 2026
Question & Answer Session
Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley address listener-submitted questions about various marital issues. They emphasize the importance of connection over pressure, advise on navigating financial transparency in relationships, and discuss...
Jan. 19, 2026
Life Like You Were Reborn To Live
Dr. Greg Smalley and Erin Smalley discuss the importance of placing more faith in God rather than your spouse with Dr. Gary Thomas. They address various marital challenges, including the impact of adversities, providing both ...
Jan. 12, 2026
Coaching Your Marriage
Dr. Greg Smalley and Erin Smalley discuss the importance of couples working together on their goals, which research shows leads to higher levels of happiness and progress. We discuss the Marriage Champions program that you ca...
Jan. 5, 2026
Emotional Triggers In Marriage
This is a Crazy Little Thing that you have GOT to listen to with your spouse! Dr. Greg Smalley and Erin Smalley discuss the importance of identifying emotional triggers and managing conflict in marriages with Ron and Nan Deal...
Dec. 29, 2025
Side Stepping Newlywed Pitfalls
Whether you're newlywed or if you've been married for years, you may have unspoken and sometimes unrealistic expectations that can lead to disappointment, conflict, and resentment. On this episode, Greg and Erin help couples ...
Dec. 22, 2025
Christmas Miracles & God of the Impossible
MERRY CHRISTMAS from everyone at Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage! This episode features a special presentation by Liz Curtis Higgs, who shares faith-filled stories of Zechariah, Elizabeth, Mary, and the miraculous births i...
Dec. 15, 2025
What Sex Really Means - Pt 2
We're continuing our conversation with Dr. Juli Slattery on how God designed sex and sexuality. We're going to discuss the detrimental effects of pornography on both individuals and marriages, as well as highlight the importa...
Dec. 8, 2025
What Sex Really Means - Pt 1
How do you have sex? What does it really symbolize in your marriage? Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley delve into a deeper conversation that contrasts 'how' with 'why' with Dr. Juli Slattery. Understanding the purpose and significanc...
Dec. 1, 2025
Honestly Discussing Domestic Abuse
Dr. Greg Smalley and Erin Smalley delve into the critical issue of supporting friends in abusive or oppressive marriages with Darby Strickland, an expert counselor and author. Darby explains an insightful definition of abuse ...
Nov. 24, 2025
Habits for A Happy Marriage, Pt. 2
Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley continue with the great conversation they had with Dr. Randy Schroeder about simple habits couples can adopt to strengthen their marriage. Starting with the critical role of forgiveness in healing an...
Nov. 17, 2025
Habits For A Happy Marriage, pt. 1
Want some practical habits for happiness in your marriage? Enter, Dr. Randy Schroeder, a licensed marriage and family therapist with over three decades of counseling experience. Dr. Schrader's key topics include the importanc...
Nov. 10, 2025
What Is Best for Each Other & Best For Your Marriage
Greg and Erin Smalley discuss the importance of maintaining relational skills in marriage with Roger and Kathy Lipp, who discuss their blended family and their adventures in team-building. We delve into the importance of carv...
Nov. 3, 2025
How To Understand Your Hot Buttons
Do you think repairing your marriage is hopeless? On this episode of Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage, Greg and Erin feature a presentation by Bob and Jenni Paul, who explain that underneath all marital conflicts is a commo...
Oct. 27, 2025
The Middle Years of Marriage
No matter how long you've been married, there's some great advice in this episode! Greg and Erin discuss the challenges and opportunities in the middle years of marriage, focusing on issues like health struggles, retirement, ...
Oct. 20, 2025
His & Her Perspectives on Romance, Sex & Fun In Marriage
On this episode, Greg and Erin discuss the importance of communication, romance, and navigating challenges within marriage with Jess and Ryan Ronne; who also share their journey of dealing with grief after losing their first ...
Oct. 13, 2025
Working Marriage with J & Killy John
Greg and Erin welcome renown British evangelist and author, J.John and his wife Killy as they reflect on their 42-year marriage, discussing early challenges, the importance of communication, and the essential values they've e...
Oct. 6, 2025
Caring For Marriage Under Overwhelming Stress
Greg and Erin know that every marriage goes through a crisis. That's why we invited Todd and Kristin Evans to share their personal journey from enjoying life as a young, carefree couple to facing the challenges of raising a c...
Sept. 29, 2025
Nurture Your Spouse, Married For Life
Get ready for a passionate edition of Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage. Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley share a message from Dan and Jane Seaborn about how their personality and lifestyle choices are completely opposite in their ...
Sept. 22, 2025
Coming Back After Crisis In Marriage
Are you thinking about divorce? On this episode of Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage, Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley discuss overcoming crises in marriage. They dive into the difficulties of rebuilding trust after infidelity, dea...
Sept. 15, 2025
The Importance of Having Friends
Whether you’re seeking new friends or wanting to deepen existing relationships, this episode of Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage will help women and men build their respective friendships. Erin and her friends discuss how d...
Sept. 8, 2025
Are You REALLY Ready To Wed? - The Young Married Focus Employee Panel
Dr. Greg Smalley and Erin Smalley discuss various aspects of marriage preparation, adjustment, and conflict resolution with four young married employees of Focus on the Family. They share their insights and experiences about ...
Sept. 1, 2025
Men Living Focused, Fulfilled & Fearless
On this episode of Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage, Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley delve into the importance of men adopting lion-hearted characteristics in today's culture, inspired by Brandon and David Lindell's book 'Lion He...
Aug. 25, 2025
Create A Marriage You'll Love, Pt II
Join us as we continue to discuss how to deal with conflict on Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage, with part two of our discussion with Dr. Bob Paul and Tara Lalonde. They'll share their experiences of dealing with reactive c...
Aug. 18, 2025
Create A Marriage You'll Love, Pt I
In this episode of Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage, Dr. Greg Smalley and Erin Smalley discuss the importance of personal responsibility with Dr. Bob Paul and Tara Lalonde, who share their extensive experience in marriage c...