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The Naked Marriage with Dave & Ashley Willis

XO Podcast Network, Dave Willis, Ashley Willis
Marriage
Intimacy
Communication
Sex
Faith
XO Marriage
Communication In Marriage
Therapy
Religion
Counseling
Mental Health
Family Dynamics
Trust
Infidelity
Communication In Relationships
XO Marriage Intensive Certification Training
Marriage Counseling
Parenting
In-Law Relationships
Forgiveness

The Naked Marriage invites couples to uncover God’s design for lifelong love. Through honest, faith-centered conversations, hosts Dave and Ashley Willis talk openly about challenges couples often face but rarely talk about. With wisdom, vulnerability, and humor, they offer fresh perspectives and practical ways to build a deeply connected marriage.

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When your marriage feels like a war zone, you may be fighting the wrong enemy – your real battle is spiritual, not against each other. Recognising that truth could be the turning point that saves everything you have.

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We want your ma... more

Casey and Meygan Caston know what it's like to feel disconnected in marriage. Just three years after their wedding, they had grown to resent one another. In this episode, they share how they rebuilt their relationship and the simple, intentional habi... more

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Dave and Ashley sit down with Brandon and Susan Thomas, pastors of Keystone Church in Keller, Texas, and hosts of the Overflow podcast, to talk about the season of loving your adult children. Brandon and Susan open up about the unique joys and challe... more

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When your kids have been the center of your relationship, their leaving can expose a painful gap between you and your spouse. Use this season to intentionally revisit your connection and companionship before it's too late.

We want your marriage to t... more

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Recent Guests

Casey Caston
Marriage 365 co-founder and co-author of The Marriage Habit
Marriage 365
Episode: How to Reconnect When Your Marriage Feels Disconnected with Casey & Meygan Caston
Meygan Caston
Marriage 365 co-founder and co-author of The Marriage Habit
Marriage 365
Episode: How to Reconnect When Your Marriage Feels Disconnected with Casey & Meygan Caston
Brandon Thomas
Pastor of Keystone Church and host of The Overflow Podcast
Keystone Church
Episode: Parenting Adult Children with Brandon & Susan Thomas
Susan Thomas
Pastor, counselor, and host of The Overflow Podcast
Keystone Church
Episode: Parenting Adult Children with Brandon & Susan Thomas
Stephanie McLain
Ministry leader with 36 years of marriage and experience serving alongside her pastor husband.
Episode: Keeping Your Marriage Strong in Ministry with Marty & Stephanie McLain
Marty McLain
Baptist pastor with 36 years of marriage and extensive local church ministry experience.
Episode: Keeping Your Marriage Strong in Ministry with Marty & Stephanie McLain
Jason VanRuler
Psychotherapist, author, and researcher in communication, attachment, and relationships
Episode: Why Your Spouse Communicates That Way with Psychotherapist Jason VanRuler
Carl Lentz
Author, podcaster, coach, and pastor who co-wrote Overcoming Infidelity.
Episode: The Marriage We Built After Infidelity with Carl & Laura Lentz
Laura Lentz
Author and podcaster who co-wrote Overcoming Infidelity.
Episode: The Marriage We Built After Infidelity with Carl & Laura Lentz

Hosts

Dave Willis
Host of The Naked Marriage Podcast; focuses on faith-centered marriage guidance and practical relationship coaching.
Ashley Willis
Co-host focusing on vulnerability, faith-based insights, and practical strategies for couples.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 3.8k ratings
  • Inspirational Messages

    My wife led me to your books and your podcasts. They both have been a blessing and healing for our marriage as we exit from a broken season. We recently enjoyed an in-person event and truly enjoyed your message. God bless your ministry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BW22706
    United Statesa month ago
  • For Couples Who Feel Alone

    I've been married to my wife, Lori, for 25 years, and The Naked Marriage has been a gift from God in our journey. Dave and Ashley make marriage feel real. They openly discuss the struggles, hurts, and challenges that so many couples face but are often afraid to talk about.

    Their honesty helps remove the shame that keeps us isolated and tears down the walls that can quietly grow between spouses. Through some difficult seasons, this podcast has reminded us that we're not alone and that God's grac... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TNVOLS2000
    United Statesa month ago
  • Ads

    I noticed in the beginning of this podcast there were so many 30 minute episodes now there are so many one minute three minute, two minute episodes with so many ads. It is hard to get through especially when you are trying to play in your car. I like the 30 minute or longer ones where you actually learn something and not have to sift through all of the quick teachings with ads!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    happywife7
    United States2 months ago
  • Good but …

    I really like this podcast but sometimes it feels out of touch with reality. Adding to that the recent episode with the Witchers. It just wasn’t my fav. It feels like they are trying to be carbon copies of the Evans.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    DoubleAMama
    United States2 months ago
  • Great podcast for Married couples

    Found Dave and Ashley‘s show recently and I’ve listened to several episodes. The advice and content they talk about is excellent and very helpful!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dchappy7
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners praise the show for honesty, vulnerability, and practical faith-based marriage advice.
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Parenting Adult Children with Brandon & Susan Thomas
Q: If my spouse feels a certain way about a situation, but that emotion doesn't seem to fit the moment, should I still validate that feeling? Is validating their emotions the same as validating their perspective?
The guests distinguish reflecting or restating a spouse's feelings from endorsing their view. They recommend checking whether they have understood correctly, then discussing the underlying feelings and situation.
How to Reconnect When Your Marriage Feels Disconnected with Casey & Meygan Caston
Q: What's the difference between feeling close and feeling connected, and how do you rebuild the latter after a dry season?
Meygan recommends asking open-ended questions that show curiosity about a spouse's thoughts, feelings, fears and hopes. Casey adds that couples can plan shared time through a weekly meeting and put it on the calendar.
Keeping Your Marriage Strong in Ministry with Marty & Stephanie McLain
Q: A lot of ministry couples really struggle with keeping boundaries. What are some tidbits?
The McLains say they work intentionally to set boundaries and stay aware of situations that could become too intimate. Marty notes that ministers should be mindful of their humor and public warmth, while maintaining a pastoral approach in ministry and saving their more personal charm and energy for home.
Keeping Your Marriage Strong in Ministry with Marty & Stephanie McLain
Q: I don't know who we are as a couple without that structure. How should couples prepare for the identity shift that comes with retirement?
Marty recommends starting before retirement by rediscovering each other and rebuilding the closeness they had early in their relationship. Stephanie adds that couples should keep the spark alive and continue pursuing one another.
Marriage in the 80s vs. Now: Is It Better or Worse?
Q: Why does it seem like the modern church places all the responsibility on the husband, saying that if a wife is acting poorly, it's because he isn't leading well? Are wives ever held accountable for their own actions, or does headship let them off the hook?
Dave and Ashley say husbands have a distinct God-given responsibility, but marriage is a partnership and both spouses are accountable. A wife's understanding of headship does not excuse disrespectful or harmful behavior; both spouses should serve, respect, and love one another.

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A faith-centered show that helps couples strengthen marriage through honest conversations, practical relationship tips, and ministry-focused guidance. Episodes frequently explore topics like thriving through illness, rebuilding after divorce, boundaries and healthy communication, sexual intimacy within faith, and church-based marriage ministry. Guests range from clinicians and pastors to couples navigating major life events, with sponsorships and programs (XO Marriage, Grace Marriage) that emphasize practical coaching, spiritual growth, and actionable steps for couples. The format tends to blend personal storytelling with biblical perspectives, making it particularly helpful for listeners seeking transparent, values-aligned advice for susta... more

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1. Casey Caston
2. Meygan Caston
3. Brandon Thomas
4. Susan Thomas
5. Stephanie McLain
6. Marty McLain
7. Jason VanRuler
8. Carl Lentz

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