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Marriage Unmasked

Marriage Unmasked

Adam and Cara Nitz 80 Episodes Jun 30, 2026

Marriage can be really tough, especially when it feels like you are struggling alone. Welcome to the Marriage Unmasked Podcast where certified marriage and life coaches, Adam and Cara Nitz, share real, raw, honest conversation about topics you are dealing with in your marriage. They want to help you take your marriage from painful to peaceful, get deeply connected to your spouse and live fully loved by God and each other. Find your next step with their online marriage course, support groups, coaching and other resources.

Episodes

How Hormones Impacted Our Marriage Disconnection Jun 30, 2026 1882 What if some of the conflict in your marriage isn’t just about communication?What if the emotional distance, irritability, defensiveness, or lack of connection isn’t simply a relationship problem?In this episode, we’re talking about how hormones can influence the way husbands and wives think, feel, respond, and relate to one another and how easily we can mistake physical struggles for personal one
4 Reasons Your Spouse Gets So Defensive Jun 23, 2026 1734 It’s crazy-making when you’re trying to have a conversation with your spouse and they instantly put their walls up. You bring up a concern, ask a question, or try to address an issue and you’re met with excuses, blame, anger, or shutdown. Why does that happen?In this episode, we talk through four reasons defensiveness shows up in marriage and what may be happening under the surface. We also discus
20 Lessons We've Learned From 20 Years of Marriage Jun 16, 2026 1876 Today is our 20th Anniversary! Twenty years of marriage has taught us a lot.In this episode of Marriage Unmasked, we’re sharing 20 of the biggest lessons we’ve learned along the way. Things we wish we had understood earlier. Things that changed the way we communicate, handle conflict, pursue healing, and love each other.Whether you’re struggling right now or simply want to build a stronger marriag
Our Story Part 2: How We Healed 15 Years of Marriage Pain Jun 9, 2026 2021 Last week, we shared the first part of our story and the pain and struggles we experienced in our marriage. But that’s not where the story ends.In this episode, we’re sharing what happened next and the inner healing journey God led us through that began changing not just our marriage, but each of us individually. We talk about what helped us move from surviving to reconnecting, rebuilding trust, f
Our Story Part 1: 15 Years of Marriage Pain: Disconnection, Resentment, and Survival. Jun 2, 2026 1691 In this episode of Marriage Unmasked, we’re sharing our own story. Not the polished version or the highlight reel. The real story.For the first 15 years of our marriage, we experienced pain, disconnection, resentment, loneliness, misunderstanding, unhealthy patterns, and moments where we wondered if things would ever truly change. We talk honestly about some of the most painful seasons we faced, t
Was Getting Married Young a Mistake? May 26, 2026 1754 In this episode, we’re having an honest conversation about getting married young, emotional maturity, expectations, pressure, identity, and the ways two people can deeply love each other and still struggle because they simply didn’t know themselves yet. We also explore the tension so many couples feel years later when they look back wondering, “Did we make a mistake?” This is also for you if you’v
What Does "Your Body Belongs to Each Other" Even Mean? May 19, 2026 1329 What does it really mean when the Bible says your body does not belong to you alone, but also to your spouse?For a lot of couples, this passage has either been misunderstood, weaponized, or reduced down to obligation and duty. God’s heart for marriage was never about control, pressure, or one person using the other to meet their needs.  It’s about learning to really see each other, pursue each oth
Is Your Spouse a Bully? May 12, 2026 1444 It's so painful. "He keeps saying things that really cut me to the heart!"  "Her harsh criticism regularly shuts me down."When one spouse’s reactions, criticism, anger, or emotional intensity seems to dominate the relationship, the other spouse can begin to lose their confidence, peace, and even their sense of self. Beneath these painful dynamics are often deeper wounds, f
Is It Time for a Separation? May 5, 2026 1602 Marriage can seem exhausting when there is constant tension, repeated hurt, and painful disconnection. It can leave you asking, is it time for a separation? In this episode, we step into that space with you, without shame or pressure, and begin to unpack the deeper questions that need to be asked before making that kind of decision. We also redefine what a healthy, purposeful separation can actual
When Date Night Just Isn't Fun Anymore Apr 28, 2026 1867 It’s supposed to be fun and connecting! So why does date night fall apart, get tense, painful or awkward?A lot of couples try to use date night as a quick fix, hoping a nice dinner or a night out will solve what’s been building underneath, but unresolved tension, unspoken hurt, and emotional disconnection don’t disappear just because you changed the setting.In this episode, we talk about why date
These 7 Red Flags Mean Your Marriage is in Trouble Apr 21, 2026 1772 Are you ignoring any tell-tale signs that your marriage is in trouble? In this episode, we’re talking about 7 red flags that often show up long before things collapse. Each one is an important sign that something deeper needs attention right away. This isn’t about pointing fingers, it’s about helping you see clearly, whether you’re a husband or a wife, so you can understand what’s really happening
Navigating a Sexless Marriage Apr 14, 2026 1862 For some, it feels like rejection, for others, pressure and for most couples it comes with confusion, shame, or resentment that’s been building for a long time. This isn’t just a “his issue” or a “her issue.” A sexless marriage will affect both spouses deeply, touching on identity, connection, and the way you feel seen, desired, and safe with each other.In this episode, we step into that tension w

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