ONE Extraordinary Marriage Show
817 episodes - English - Latest episode: 29 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1.6K ratingsIs your marriage everything that you want it to be? Are you ready to make a change? Join Tony and Alisa DiLorenzo to create a strong marriage so you can have mind blowing intimacy inside and outside the bedroom. Marriage is not always easy but it's so worth it. Come and make your marriage EXTRAORDINARY!
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117: WHERE IS GOD IN MY MARRIAGE
May 01, 2012 10:00 - 45 minutesWho is at the center of your marriage? Have you thought about that. Really taken the time to sit down with your spouse and discuss who is at the center of your marriage. As we prepare for the 3rd annual 7 Days of Sex Challenge we are looking back at when we fully committed to letting Christ be the center of our marriage. It wasn't that long ago, but once we realized that neither one of us was the center lots of good things began to happen. This year we feel the gentle nudge from God to talk a...
116: MAD, PASSIONATE, LOVE
April 24, 2012 10:00 - 41 minutesYou have a choice everyday to either have Mad, Passionate, Extraordinary Love or Mediocrity love. No where is it said or written that you have to "settle" for anything in your marriage. Just because you've been married for (insert years married here) years doesn't mean that you can't be crazy in love. Go have Mad, Passionate, Extraordinary Love today! 7 Days of Sex Challenge Book Kindle Edition As C.S. Lewis once said, “Sex that is too serious is deprived of the romp and fun that is essential...
115: THE GRASS ISN’T ALWAYS GREENER
April 17, 2012 10:00 - 1 hourOver this last week we have heard from many couples that are struggling with emotional affairs, separation or even divorce. It's been frustrating for us to hear the lines spouses are saying during these times such as: You don't make me happy anymore. I don't think I have ever loved you. This other person is so much more in tuned with me. When one spouse is trying to justify the decisions that they are making it wreaks havoc for the marriage. Stop making excuses, have the conversations that yo...
114: THE SIMPLE LIFE
April 10, 2012 10:00 - 43 minutesOur house saga is finally coming to a close as we wrap up the short sale. Over the last 4 months we've had the opportunity to really think about those things that serve as a distraction to our marriage. Are you so wrapped up in work or with your friends that you forget to spend time with your spouse? Do the financial burdens cause worry and stress? Are you holding back emotionally out of fear? It's time to simplify your life, to take stock of where you are and decide to make changes and grow...
113: WANDERING EYES
April 03, 2012 10:00 - 42 minutesWe've all done it, somebody walks across your path and you look. Then maybe you take another one or two looks. Unfortunately, most of the time our spouse catches us looking. This leads to feelings of inadequacy and insecurity in our marriage. We've been there! So what do you do? It's time to have those conversations about what you are feeling and begin the process of healing. The biggest gift you can give your spouse is the gift of making them #1 in your life. Smart Passive Income on Stitcher...
112: FLAMES BURING BRIGHT
March 27, 2012 10:00 - 42 minutesLove is an overused word in our society. We love ice cream and we love our spouses, but how did God really desire for us to love our spouses? There are three different types of love used in the bible: raya, ahava and dod. When we think of these as flames burning in our marriages we realize that we need to have all 3 burning bright to have that extraordinary marriage. Where are the flames burning bright in your relationship. Flame Intimacy & Desire ONE Show on Stitcher Radio **NEW** Stripped ...
111: HIGH DESIRE, LOW DESIRE, WHAT ARE YOU
March 20, 2012 10:00 - 51 minutesOne of you wants sex all the time, one of you not so much-what's wrong with this picture? Nothing! You are just like the rest of us, dealing with differing levels of desire within your marriage. What's a couple to do? Spend some time today learning about high desire and low desire and it's impact on your marriage. Be aware that all couples face this and it impacts more than just what happens in the bedroom. There's nothing wrong with differing levels of desire, what can make or break your mar...
110: TRUST
March 06, 2012 11:00 - 43 minutesIt hurts when someone violates our trust, especially when that someone is the person that we are married to. Building trust is not easy and it's not automatic either. Building trust requires both a husband and a wife to be willing to draw the line in the sand, the line that says, "I chose this person and I am going to make my marriage work". When both of you decide to give 100% into your marriage, hurts can be healed and relationships can be repaired. Are you willing to rebuild the trust in y...
109: HONORING THE VOW
February 28, 2012 11:00 - 40 minutesWhat do your vows mean to you? In our society when everything seems disposable The Vow made us stop and wonder how would we handle a catastrophic incident in our marriage. Do the words "as long as life shall last" really mean that? And what about how God feels about us, there are powerful parallels between God's love for us and Leo's love for Paige. Tony & Alisa's renewing their vows on their 15th Wedding Anniversary The Vow Movie Trailer Simple Natural Health Stripped Down Audio Book Rememb...
108: CAN YOU FOCUS NOW
February 21, 2012 11:00 - 47 minutesWhen was the last time you sat with your spouse with nothing on. No TV, computer, phones, iPad or other electronics? In today's show Tony & Alisa discuss how turning all the electronics off is helping them to focus in on each other more. Their tips and ideas are to help you and your spouse connect on a deeper level while you engage in emotional intimacy. The problem is that when there are to many distractions around us we aren't focusing in on our spouse. This can lead to misunderstandings, c...
107: SPICE UP THE BEDROOM
February 14, 2012 11:00 - 46 minutesHappy Valentine’s Day! So often our sexual intimacy follows the same old patterns until it becomes a habit instead of an experience. This Valentine’s Day message will help spice things up in your bedroom. It can be as easy as turning the lights on, opening your eyes, or finding a new location. The two of you could even incorporate games or foods. The sky’s the limit for you and your spouse when you open up and challenge each other! Start talking and praying about your sex life and see the cha...
106: IMPACTING MARRIAGES
February 07, 2012 11:00 - 46 minutesThe ONE Extraordinary Marriage Conference was held in Okemos, MI. Tony and Alisa had a phenomenal time sharing their story and the importance of sexual intimacy in marriage. From singles to couples married 50+ years, there was something for everyone who wanted to make their marriage extraordinary. Stripped Down Audio Book Remember back to your wedding day. We’re not talking about just the ceremony and reception. We want you to remember how you felt. Your marriage was going to last forever. Yo...
105: BOOM BOOM
January 31, 2012 11:00 - 47 minutesA listener wrote in describing a week of sexual frustration. She shares that while she and her husband both verbalized their desire for sexual intimacy, it didn't happen for various reasons. So what do you do when you have a week or weeks when the connection isn't there? Tony & Alisa have cycled through this same thing many times over the years. They share what you can do to make intimacy a priority each and every week. ONE Extraordinary Marriage Conference Stripped Down Audio Book Remember ...
104: RIGHT NOW
January 25, 2012 05:33 - 42 minutesThe future is not promised to you so what are you doing right now to make a difference in your marriage? You need to live in the present with your spouses, loving on them and sharing your life with them. You cannot live so focused on the future that you stop living today. Make the time RIGHT NOW to build up your marriage. Text the Romance Back Stripped Down Audio Book Remember back to your wedding day. We’re not talking about just the ceremony and reception. We want you to remember how you fe...
103: HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS
January 17, 2012 11:00 - 43 minutesLife throws us curve balls at times. Tony & Alisa are no exception. Based on circumstances Tony & Alisa are facing the start of 2012 with the realization that they need to short sale their home. In this episode they talk about the impact it is having on their marriage and their family. Through this they are relying on connecting in their financial, emotional, and physical intimacy. How do you work through hardships in your marriage? ONE Extraordinary Marriage Conference in Okemos, MI on Feb 3...
102: WILL YOU GO OUT WITH ME
January 10, 2012 11:00 - 44 minutesDo you long to spend time with your spouse on a date night? Many of you have shared with us that the one thing you want to do this year is to have date nights. This week Tony & Alisa share 3 ways you can make sure that date nights or date days happen in your marriage while having a lot of fun. 300 Creative Dates Josh Turner - Would You Go With Me (Intro music) Stripped Down Audio Book Remember back to your wedding day. We’re not talking about just the ceremony and reception. We want you to re...
101: OFF AND RUNNING
January 03, 2012 11:00 - 46 minutesIt's the start of a new year and now is the best time to take a good look at your marriage. Sit down with your spouse and examine all 6 forms of intimacy, evaluate where you are and where you want to go in 2012. Episode 101 Off and Running is a time of reflection for us. We share where we have been over the last year, changes that have happened and a sneak peak of what we have planned for 2012. What intimacy or intimacies are you going to dive into this year? Family First Fitness Challenge J...
100: CELEBRATE GOOD TIMES
December 20, 2011 11:00 - 1 hourThe ONE Extraordinary Marriage Podcast presents the 100th episode! This week Tony & Alisa share your stories. Your marriages have been impacted by the podcast, 7 Days of Sex Challenges, and other resources over the years that it was time to share your marriages. Thank you to all of you for your continues support. We look forward to many more shows. Stripped Down Audio Book Remember back to your wedding day. We’re not talking about just the ceremony and reception. We want you to remember how y...
099: DO YOU REALLY HAVE THE TIME
December 13, 2011 11:00 - 40 minutesIn light of watching He's Just Not That Into You and recent conversations with friends going through divorce we find ourselves asking the question... Do you really have the time to invest in another relationship? Whether it's another person, work, volunteering or addiction there are so many places we can find ourselves investing our time when we should be investing in our marriage. Take a minute and think about where you are spending your time...do you really have the time? BarlowGirl - I Nee...
098: COMING HOME
December 06, 2011 11:00 - 42 minutesIt's that time of year when we can get very wrapped up in all the "goings-on" and lose track of who we are. Now is the time to take stock of your marriage and make the changes necessary to make sure that you are coming home. Shop Amazon & support ONE Ready-to-go-Dates Stripped Down Audio Book Remember back to your wedding day. We’re not talking about just the ceremony and reception. We want you to remember how you felt. Your marriage was going to last forever. You were sure of that. And then…...
097: DO YOU HAVE A PLAN THIS CHRISTMAS
November 29, 2011 11:00 - 40 minutesChristmas is right around the corner and this is a challenging time for couples in terms or finances. Last year, Alisa overspent shopping for everyone in the family. We are changing things up this year. In this episode we discuss working on your financial intimacy before you spend your money on gifts. Give yourself the greatest gift this Christmas season, the gift of peace. Amazon.com 10-Life Changing Online Christmas Gifts for Married Couples Stripped Down Audio Book Remember back to your w...
096: THANKFUL
November 22, 2011 11:00 - 39 minutesWe've all had those weeks where absolutely nothing seems to go right, when it seems as if Murphy's Law is the only law in your house. That was our week and in the midst of all of that God's blessings continue to tumble forth. This week as you celebrate Thanksgiving take the time to let your spouse know what you are thankful for. Stripped Down Audio Book Remember back to your wedding day. We’re not talking about just the ceremony and reception. We want you to remember how you felt. Your marria...
095: ARE THOSE REAL?
November 08, 2011 11:00 - 44 minutesIn this episode we tackle another one of those taboo topics...plastic surgery. Two years ago Alisa had breast augmentation. So why share now? Because once again being transparent about this topic has given women the courage to talk about their own desires, to bring this out into the open. It was a long road from thinking about surgery to actually going through with it and the road definitely had a lot of curves in it. Part of what holds us back from sharing is our fear of being judged, once y...
094: GIVE ME EVERYTHING
November 01, 2011 10:00 - 45 minutes"I want you tonight. C'mon, Let's do it tonight." These were words that would flow out of our mouths in those early years of our courtship. We couldn't get enough of each other then, but as the years have added on things change. The passion that we had for each night we were together isn't there as much, we take each other for granted at times, and overall we pretty much know we are going to be around. What if tomorrow doesn't come? In this weeks show Tony and Alisa discuss the hardships tha...
093: NOW YOU’RE TELLING ME
October 25, 2011 10:00 - 53 minutesTalking to our spouse about certain topics isn’t always easy but it can have such a positive impact on our marriage in terms of increasing our emotional intimacy. The events of our pasts color our future and by sharing with our spouses we can change the course of our history. In this episode Tony & Alisa share their years of experience when it comes to oral sex. They share from the early years of their marriage up to last week when they had some of the best oral sex in their 15 years of marri...
092: YOU’RE STILL THE ONE
October 18, 2011 10:00 - 45 minutesThere is a lot to be said for celebrating 15 years of marriage. First you lasted 15 years with your spouse, that's big, second you've had your ups and downs along the way, & third it's time to celebrate! In this weeks show Tony & Alisa share their renewal, getaway trip, and the fun they had all along the way. Don't miss the quick tips about how to make your next anniversary trip or any trip one that. Confessions of a Family-First Fitness Coach (Fit Marriage) The Jadedvisalian - Walk and Talk ...
091: BACK WHEN THE WORLD MADE SENSE
October 04, 2011 10:00 - 40 minutesAs Tony & Alisa get ever closer to their 15th wedding anniversary, happening on Wednesday October 5th, the movie Shrek 4 made them think back to those days before life got crazy. What they discuss in this show is that even though life has become more complex, would you give it all back? It's a question many of us ask ourselves at some point in time in our married lives. Listen and make sure to leave your thoughts and comments below. Big thank you goes out to Evette and Mary for their contribu...
090: DO I LET YOU REALLY SEE ME?
September 27, 2011 10:00 - 44 minutesIn today's social internet world we live in everyone is looking for individuals that are transparent. Listeners, viewers, readers all want to know that they are like those that they are following. That's great, but are you transparent in your marriage with your spouse? This week Tony & Alisa share how you can become transparent with your spouse. It's vital for your marriage so that you can experience the love you desire. Stripped Down Book, eBook, or Audio Book Remember back to your wedding d...
089: WHEN DARKNESS FALLS
September 13, 2011 10:00 - 41 minutesThere comes a time in all of our marriages when things just aren't going the way we think it should. Over the past couple of months Tony & Alisa have realized that the darkness has slowly fallen upon them and their marriage. In this episode both Tony & Alisa share why this occurred in their marriage and how YOU can make it through a dark time in your marriage. The Dip by Seth Godin (Not an affiliate since Amazon pulled out of California.) Stripped Down Book, eBook, or Audio Book Remember back...
088: A FORK IN THE ROAD
September 06, 2011 10:00 - 32 minutesThere will come a time in all of our marriages when we will come upon a fork in the road. It's at this fork that our faith, our love, our marriages will be put to the test. Tony and Alisa have come upon one in their marriage. In this episode they talk about that fork as they stand in front of it deciding which path to take. What do you do when you come up to a fork in the road? Stripped Down Book, eBook, or Audio Book Remember back to your wedding day. We’re not talking about just the ceremon...
087: WHEN DISASTER STRIKES
August 30, 2011 10:00 - 40 minutesWhat happens when we don't have a topic to start the podcast? An emotional tidal wave of issues that have been building up over the week. In this weeks show we discussed a plethora of topics: 2 Family arguments Learning that Alisa isn't happy with our devotional time Tony being rejected in the bedroom Finding time during the week to talk Planning date night Feeling distant from God And much more. Stripped Down Book, eBook, or Audio Book Remember back to your wedding day. We’re not talking abo...
086: THE BEAUTIFUL BED
August 23, 2011 10:00 - 40 minutesMy bed is spread with beautiful blankets, with colored sheets of Egyptian linen. I've perfumed my bed with myrrh, aloes, and cinnamon. —Proverbs 7:16-17 It seemed a little question...What size bed did you start with and what size bed do you have now? Wow! We heard from so many of you and the answers were just as diverse. On today's show we reflect on our own journey from twin to king and how it often mirrored what was going on in our marriage. What does your bed say about your relationship? I...
085: LIVING, LOVING & LEARNING
August 16, 2011 10:00 - 40 minutesBack from vacation and we are ready to start a new school year. This time of year is a great time to reflect as a couple on what you have done over the past year as well as a great time to look forward to where you are heading. In this weeks show we take the time to evaluate some friendships that have become very dear to us. Alisa shares a book review, The Garter Brides. As our 15th wedding anniversary approaches we discuss why renewing our vows is important to us. Lots of planning and we nee...
084: AT WIT’S END
August 02, 2011 10:00 - 41 minutesIt had been a rough day. Tony lost his temper, grabbed Alex's arm and scared Abby. And on top of that we got into it ourselves. What do you when it seems like the world is crashing down around you? We made the decision to have a "conference" with our kids and talk through this with them and then with each other. It stinks when things feel out of control but you have a choice as to how you will resolve the situation. What do you do, work through it or push it under the rug? Stripped Down Book,...
083: SOMETHING’S BUGGING ME
July 26, 2011 10:00 - 41 minutesAre stressful situations good for your marriage? This week Tony and Alisa were hit with an unexpected case of lice (times 3). Tony and Alisa had to make decisions on how they were going to treat each other and how they were going to serve one another. There wasn't much time to think, but the decisions they made had an impact on their marriage. It turns out that having lice this week was really good for our marriage. Next time you are facing a stressful situation stop and think before reacting...
082: ART OF MANLINESS
July 19, 2011 10:00 - 48 minutesHusbands, it's time to stand up! Take a hard look at yourself in the mirror. Are you taking a stand in your marriage and becoming the man your wife desires? Or are you pulling the "I don't like it card"? It's time that you start taking the lead on date nights, helping around the house, and being the spiritual leader. It's time to become a man. In this episode we rant and rave, but Tony & Alisa do it in love. You want the sexual intimacy in your marriage like you did when you first got married...
081: I WANNA LEAVE A LEGACY
July 12, 2011 10:00 - 47 minutesOne of these days we are no longer going to walk this earth. We'll be in heaven with our Father enjoying the good life. Those left behind though will live on with the teachings we showed them. It is while we are here on earth that we can leave a legacy, a marriage legacy that is. It's not about you leaving a legacy, but the legacy you and your spouse leave together. Sharing the good times, tough times, and the fun times about your marriage to your kids. Teaching the six forms of intimacy at c...
080: IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT THE SEX
July 05, 2011 10:00 - 48 minutesIs it just about sex? Is a question we get asked often. Is that the secret to our extraordinary marriage? You just have a lot of sex and then the marriage gets better? NO! It's not just about SEX. It's about growing in all 6 forms of intimacies in your marriage. It's realizing when you are off track and investing the time and energy in getting back on track. Yes, sex does matter in a marriage but it's not the most important thing...all forms of intimacy are. So, take some time this week and f...
079: TAKING STOCK
June 28, 2011 10:00 - 50 minutesMarriages ebb and flow over days, months, and years. This week Tony & Alisa discuss what to do when taking the lead is not happening during their Intimacy Lifestyle. It was time to bring this up and work through the why's this is happening. It's time to sit down with your spouse and take stock of where you are in your marriage. Stripped Down Podcast Small Group Intentional Moments Fundraiser Take the Challenge Stripped Down Book, eBook, or Audio Book Remember back to your wedding day. We’re n...
078 – What Did You Say?
June 21, 2011 06:00 - 47 minutesIn marriage there come times when our words wound the one we love the most. Many times we don’t realize the lasting effects these words have on our spouse, but in many cases they do. Days, months, and even years later the messages are being played over and over like a broken record. It’s difficult [...] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
077 – Check Engine
June 14, 2011 06:00 - 49 minutesAre you paying attention to the warning signs in your marriage? This past weekend we attended the Church at Rancho Bernardo’s annual marriage retreat. This is the third year that we’ve attended and each year we learn something new about our marriage. One of the first questions that was asked of the group was: What [...] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
076 – As Long as Life Shall Last
June 07, 2011 06:00 - 48 minutesNobody likes to talk about death and the impact it can have on our marriage. The reality is that we are all going to die one day. The question to ask yourselves since this will inevitable happen is, Are your affairs in order both spiritually and personally? In this episode we talk through the death [...] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
075 – I’m Finished…I Want Out
May 31, 2011 06:00 - 47 minutesIt’s been a week where it feels like all we have heard about are marriages in trouble, conversations with friends who are making life-changing decisions, emails from listeners about to call it quits. Separation and divorce have been something we’ve been hearing a lot about lately. While this is not a topic that is easy to talk [...] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
074 – Don’t Stop
May 24, 2011 06:00 - 46 minutesThere are times in our marriages when we just don’t have the energy or stamina to go on. Between family obligations, kids, work, outside actives, and the like we have nothing left. It’s during these times that we need continue on with God as our guide. Two emails came in this week that prompted us [...] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
073 – We Did It!
May 17, 2011 06:00 - 45 minutesOver the years there have been times in our marriage when we completed a task or challenge and looked each other in the eyes and knew we did something special. This past week was one of those times. The thing is that you can have a We Did IT! moment and it doesn’t have to [...] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
072 – Dollars and Sense
May 10, 2011 03:01 - 48 minutesHave you ever been stressed by your finances? Stupid question, right? In this episode Tony and Alisa talk about how having financial intimacy can bring peace to your marriage. Date night doesn’t have to cause tension. You can go out, spend money and have fun…if you have a plan! The reality is that financial peace or [...] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
071 – When the Crap Hits the Fan
May 03, 2011 06:00 - 46 minutesWouldn’t it be wonderful if nothing bad ever happened in our marriages? No arguments, no infidelity, no pain, no money issues, & all the other things that come with living with someone. Unfortunately, that isn’t the way marriage usually goes. In this podcast Tony & Alisa share a Crap Hits the Fan moment that has [...] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
070 – Let The Good Times Roll
April 26, 2011 06:00 - 45 minutesThere is so much happening in our marriages that we need to enjoy those periods of time when all is going smooth. Being content in our marriage is a great place to be and one we should enjoy. We walk a little different, we have a smile on our face, and let’s face it the [...] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
069 – Are You Aware
April 19, 2011 06:00 - 46 minutesHave you ever stopped to think about all the different ways that God shows up in your life Whether it’s a phone call from a friend saying, “I’m thinking about you” or an offer of a ride when you need to get somewhere, God is ever present in our lives. This week an email from [...] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
068 – A Little Bit of Paradise
April 12, 2011 06:00 - 50 minutesWe’re back and it was a wonderful week in paradise. Warm weather was very welcome as it gave us the opportunity to spend lots of relaxing moments on the beach doing a whole lot of nothing! We did unplug as promised and found that you can spend a week without facebook and twitter and survive [...] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices