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The Unplanned Podcast with Matt & Abby

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Pregnancy
Grief
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Miscarriage
Social Media
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Motherhood
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“Unplanned” dives into genuine conversations surrounding relationships & family. The show is hosted by high school sweethearts Matt and Abby Howard, who live in Phoenix, AZ with their two boys.

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Recent Guests

Maddie Henderson
A famous TikTok creator and partner of Matt in the couple Maddie and Matt
TikTok creators (Maddie & Matt)
Episode: Adopted from Russia, Leaving Mormonism, & Dealing w/ Hate Comments w/ Maddie Henderson & Matt Scharff
Matt Scharff
A famous TikTok creator and partner of Maddie in the couple Maddie and Matt; also involved with golfing brand Good Good
TikTok creators; Good Good golf brand
Episode: Adopted from Russia, Leaving Mormonism, & Dealing w/ Hate Comments w/ Maddie Henderson & Matt Scharff
Dean Graziosi
Entrepreneur, author, investor
Self/Various ventures
Episode: Navigating divorce, AI & What No One Tells You About Age Gap Marriages w/ Dean & Lisa Graziosi
Lisa Graziosi
Hairstylist, entrepreneur
Self/Dean Graziosi Enterprises
Episode: Navigating divorce, AI & What No One Tells You About Age Gap Marriages w/ Dean & Lisa Graziosi
Elizabeth Smart
Survivor of kidnapping and advocate, author of a TED Talk, documentary subject
Episode: Elizabeth Smart: Kidnapped at 14 & held captive for 9 months
George Kamel
George Kamel, husband of Whitney, discussed guest
Ramsey Solutions / Dave Ramsey ecosystem
Episode: Confronting George Kamel on credit cards, student loans, and financial infidelity
Whitney Kamel
Whitney Kamel, wife of George, discussed guest
Ramsey Solutions / Dave Ramsey ecosystem
Episode: Confronting George Kamel on credit cards, student loans, and financial infidelity
George Camel
Guest on episode excerpts referenced in conversation
Episode: Remembering our daughter, the due date & our first marriage conference
Whitney Camel
George Camel's wife, referenced as guest in past interview
Episode: Remembering our daughter, the due date & our first marriage conference

Hosts

Matt Howard
Host of The Unplanned Podcast; co-host with Abby; focuses on marriage, parenting, and family life.
Abby Howard
Co-host of The Unplanned Podcast; partners with Matt in discussing marriage, parenting, and family experiences.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 58k ratings
  • An OG Dude Review Long Overdue

    This podcast is such a fun blend of

    down-to-earth conversation, real life, and learning from experts who’ve lived it. I’ve enjoyed following Matt & Abby’s journey since their YouTube days, and this podcast has been such a fun glimpse into the people they are and want to be. And as a fellow former Missouri theatre kid, they really do feel like a dose of home. Can’t recommend enough!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lanie.Liberty
    United States19 days ago
  • Ehh 😬

    I saw a clip on Instagram of Elizabeth Smart being interviewed, so I decided to listen. The nose breathing was kind of distracting, but more than that, I felt like the questions weren’t very sensitive to her situation. I found myself cringing at a lot of it.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Parker Hitch
    United States23 days ago
  • Number 1 podcast

    My wife introduced me to y’all about a year ago (she’s been listening since the beginning!), and y’all have become my favorite podcasters. Matt, as a fellow husband, dad and ADHDer, thank you! I have often found my ADHD as a hinderance or an annoyance, but you’ve helped me to appreciate it and learn how to use it. Keep doing what you do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wessle97
    United States25 days ago
  • Breathe awaaayyy from the mic

    The heavy breathing and nose whistling is so distracting!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    jbslshosnxnks
    United Statesa month ago
  • Funny, Real, and fun!

    I always look forward to the drop of this episode on Wednesdays. Matt and Abby have the best personalities and I really feel like their friend on this side of the podcast. Love listening on my drives and while I’m doing chores at the house!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaden Camperhoff
    United Statesa month ago

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Overall, listeners find the show authentic, relatable, and supportive, with many praising the hosts' transparency and warmth.
Guests and topics are frequently highlighted as engaging and diverse, adding value for fans of relationships and family-focused conversations.
The show is seen as a comfort and go-to for listeners seeking practical relationship advice and real-life parenting stories.
Some listeners critique the show's pacing or moments of overlapping dialogue, but many feel the chemistry between hosts is a strong draw for newcomers.

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Navigating divorce, AI & What No One Tells You About Age Gap Marriages w/ Dean & Lisa Graziosi
Q: What was the impact of the divorce on you personally?
It caused crippling anxiety and panic at first, but ultimately pushed me to confront my childhood wounds, rebuild my life, and become the kind of partner and father I wanted to be.
Elizabeth Smart: Kidnapped at 14 & held captive for 9 months
Q: What has helped you navigate intimacy and relationships after such trauma?
Elizabeth explains that consent and mutual desire have been foundational in her marriage, emphasizing open communication, safety, and grounding techniques learned in therapy and from professionals to stay connected to the present and healthy in intimate relationships.
Elizabeth Smart: Kidnapped at 14 & held captive for 9 months
Q: How do you teach your kids about consent and body autonomy?
She describes starting with simple concepts about body ownership, naming body parts plainly without shame, and giving children permission to set boundaries, including the option to say no to hugs or physical contact and the importance of modeling consent in parenting.
Elizabeth Smart: Kidnapped at 14 & held captive for 9 months
Q: Does that ever leave you with a feeling of guilt?
Elizabeth responds that guilt is a complex emotion tied to broader issues of safety and accountability, but she emphasizes that survivors often wrestle with blame and that healing involves separating self-worth from the abuse and focusing on personal safety and recovery.
Confronting George Kamel on credit cards, student loans, and financial infidelity
Q: Is debt a red flag in dating, and how do you assess a partner's finances?
Red flags include undisclosed debt or a lack of a plan to address debt; green flags are honesty, effort to pay down debt, and aligning on living debt-free as a shared goal.

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This show centers on candid conversations about relationships, family life, and parenting, hosted by a couple who are high school sweethearts and raise two boys in Phoenix. Across episodes, core topics include marriage dynamics, parenting challenges, marital advice, and navigating personal growth within family life. The conversations often mix humor with vulnerability, featuring personal stories, guest experiences, and practical takeaways for listeners juggling relationships, work, and children. A notable strength is the hosts' willingness to share authentic life moments—ranging from joyous milestones to difficult losses—while inviting diverse perspectives from guests that span parenting, self-help, spirituality, and culture. This blend of ... more

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Recent guests on The Unplanned Podcast include:

1. Maddie Henderson
2. Matt Scharff
3. Dean Graziosi
4. Lisa Graziosi
5. Elizabeth Smart
6. George Kamel
7. Whitney Kamel
8. George Camel

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