Season 8

Send us Fan Mail Money talks – but are you listening to what yours is saying? That's the essential question addressed in this thought-provoking conversation between Monique Simmons and Tax Associate Breonna Dear. Breonna, with her extensive background at financial giants like JPMorgan Chase and Deloitte, breaks down the intimidating world of personal finance into digestible, actionable wisdom. Her...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever had your perfectly planned day completely derailed by someone else's schedule change? That's exactly what happened to me this week, and it sparked a powerful revelation about the role of compromise in romantic relationships. When my husband called to say he needed to work late on my sacred self-care Monday, I had a choice: react with frustration or embrace the opport...

Send us Fan Mail Sometimes the most profound transformations come from receiving exactly what we didn't know we needed. Through the lens of a church revival experience, this episode explores how we often mistakenly believe we're spiritually sufficient while unknowingly craving deeper renewal—a parallel that perfectly illustrates our relationship dynamics. When we build intimacy daily with both God...

Send us Fan Mail Feeling drained in your relationship? You're not alone. This episode explores the often-overlooked phenomenon of relationship burnout among Christian couples and offers practical wisdom for reconnection. After sharing a vulnerable update about her own journey of self-discovery, Monique dives into what relationship burnout actually looks like. Beyond just feeling tired, burnout man...

Send us Fan Mail Could loving your partner be different from genuinely liking them? In this episode of Demo with Mo, I, Monique Simmons, take you on a journey through the nuances of relationships, where fondness and friendship form the bedrock of lasting connections. You’ll discover the telltale signs that signify truly liking your partner—think shared laughs over inside jokes and the warmth of mu...

Send us Fan Mail How often do we truly reflect on the support we provide to our partners, and would they see it the same way? Join me, Monique Simmons, as we explore these compelling questions and more in our latest episode, where we dive into the heart of what it means to be a supportive partner. We share insights on how to evaluate our roles in our relationships honestly and the transformative p...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets to mastering difficult conversations in your romantic relationships with insights from psychologist Helene Brenner. Learn how to tackle sensitive subjects like finances and infidelity, navigate clashes in core values, and overcome poor communication hurdles. Together, we unpack the common fears that lead to avoidance and defensiveness, and why facing these issue...

Send us Fan Mail What if the family you pick becomes more significant than the one you’re born into? Join me on a heartfelt journey as I explore the idea of chosen family, sparked by my recent trip to Orlando for the PodFest podcast conference. Battling a cold, I found solace in the vibrant energy of fellow podcasters and reconnected with a dear friend, reigniting the bonds we've nurtured over a d...

Send us Fan Mail 2025 is here, and I'm back after a rejuvenating break, ready to walk with you through the intricate paths of dating, engagement, and marriage from a young Christian perspective. Have you ever wondered how a simple exercise like a prayer vision board could transform your spiritual journey? This episode is packed with examples of showing how faith and intentionality can lead to prof...

Send us Fan Mail What if the love stories we cherish on screen actually hold deeper lessons about the cycles we see in real life? Join me, Monique Simmons, as I unpack the intricate layers of "It Ends With Us" and confront the harsh realities of domestic violence through the story of Lily. Her journey from a traumatic childhood to a tumultuous relationship with Ryle reveals the subtle signs of abu...