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Beyond the Seven Year Itch

Beyond the Seven Year Itch

By: James and Carrie Edgeman
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Hey everyone, welcome to the Beyond the Seven Year Itch!

We're James and Carrie, a real married couple from Holland, Michigan, who've been together long enough to know that marriage isn't all sunshine and Netflix binges—though we do love those too. This podcast is our unfiltered, no-holds-barred take on married life... and then some.

We dive into the hilarious chaos, the everyday frustrations, the sweet moments, and the deep stuff that comes with sharing a life, a bathroom, and way too many Amazon deliveries. Expect funny back-and-forth banter (Carrie usually wins the arguments, but I keep score), occasional serious chats about what actually keeps a marriage going past the seven-year mark, and zero judgment—just two people figuring it out while cracking each other up.

Every episode we pick a random topic (sometimes pulled from whatever wild thing happened that week—like Valentine's Day drama, Super Bowl bets gone wrong in our house, or why Groundhog Day should be a federal holiday for couples), hit you with our Top Three lists on the subject, throw in a rotating fun segment (Am I the Asshole? Would You Rather? Grind My Gears? Two Truths and a Lie?), fire off some Quick Hit playful questions about our week, share your submitted stories and questions, and tease what's coming next.

It's marriage talk that's real, relatable, a little spicy, and always entertaining. Whether you're married, engaged, dating, or just watching to see if we survive another episode, hit subscribe so you don't miss the laughs (or the occasional therapy session disguised as banter).

Drop your own marriage stories, questions, or "help us settle this fight" moments in the comments or email us at connect@beyondthesevenyearitch.com—we might feature you on the show!

Subscribe to our YouTube channel, follow us on TikTok for the quick clips, and let's keep the conversation going. Marriage isn't perfect... but talking (and laughing) about it sure helps.

See you in the next episode! 💍😂

James and Carrie Edgeman Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Episode #2: The Real Glue

    Episode #2: The Real Glue
    Feb 11 2026

    Keywords

    marriage, relationship advice, communication, conflict resolution, humor, pet peeves, New Year's resolutions, podcast, couple dynamics, successful marriage

    Summary

    In this episode of 'Beyond the Seven Year Itch', James and Carrie discuss the essential elements of a successful marriage, including humor, trust, and communication. They share personal anecdotes about their relationship dynamics, diet challenges, and pet peeves. The couple engages in fun segments like 'Would You Rather?' and 'Grind Your Gears', while also touching on their New Year's resolutions and future podcast plans.

    Takeaways

    Every relationship should prioritize friendship and humor.

    Commitment is more important than loyalty theater.

    Trust and respect are foundational to a successful marriage.

    Healthy conflict resolution is key to maintaining harmony.

    It's okay to go to bed mad sometimes.

    Communication is essential for understanding each other.

    Being able to give and receive criticism is important.

    Shared goals and dreams strengthen relationships.

    Pet peeves can reveal deeper relationship dynamics.

    New Year's resolutions can help couples grow together.

    Titles

    Navigating Marriage: Humor and Commitment

    The Essentials of a Successful Relationship

    Sound bites

    "You have to have fun together."

    "Healthy conflict is important."

    "What grinds your gears?"

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview

    04:48 Diet Dilemmas and Support in Marriage

    10:33 Trust, Respect, and Radical Honesty

    15:51 Fun Segment: Would You Rather?

    20:18 Four Questions Segment

    24:47 Commonalities and Connections

    29:12 New Year's Resolutions and Personal Growth
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    40 mins
  • Episode #1: Surviving the Itch, Our Messy Marriage Origin Story

    Episode #1: Surviving the Itch, Our Messy Marriage Origin Story
    Feb 7 2026

    In this inaugural episode of 'Surviving the Itch,' hosts James and Carrie Edgeman share their journey into podcasting while exploring the dynamics of marriage, the concept of the seven-year itch, and the importance of communication in relationships. They engage in a lively discussion about various topics, including their favorite restaurants, relationship challenges, and the Reddit segment 'Am I the Asshole?'. The episode concludes with a fun segment of four questions and a preview of future discussions.
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    46 mins
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