Real Talk with Ben and Kimi

Making friends as a married adult with kids isn’t easy—but it’s necessary. In this episode of Real Talk with Ben and Kimi, we dive into the challenge of building godly friendships in the busyness of parenting and marriage. We talk about the power of church small groups, how to welcome new people into your circle, and why modeling strong friendships is essential for your kids.

In this episode of Real Talk with Ben and Kimi, we’re talking about creative ways to keep your marriage fun, flirty, and connected—without needing a weekend getaway. From lunch dates while the kids are at school, to spontaneous Target runs (yes, that counts!), to leaving sticky notes or sharing inside jokes—this episode is full of simple, intentional ideas to fuel romance in

Struggling to find purpose in the daily grind? In this episode of Real Talk with Ben and Kimi, we dive into the truth about purpose—it’s not in your job title or paycheck, but in Who you serve. As moms and dads, our greatest impact comes from leading our families with love, faith, and intentionality. We share personal stories, practical encouragement, and a reminder that true f

Ready to trade screen time for s’mores and family memories? In this episode of Real Talk with Ben and Kimi, we dive into the benefits of taking your family camping—from quality time and outdoor adventures to teaching your kids valuable life skills. Whether you’re a camping pro or a total newbie, we’ll share why unplugging in nature is one of the best things you can do for y

Think marriage should always be 50/50? That love should feel effortless? That happy couples never fight? Think again! In this episode of Real Talk with Ben and Kimi, we’re busting the biggest marriage myths that hold couples back from real connection. We’ll break down the truth behind these common misconceptions and share practical ways to strengthen your relationship. Don’t

Everyone is tired. Who cooks? Who cleans? Who handles bedtime? In this episode, we break down how to share the parenting load without resentment so everyone wins. No more keeping score—just practical, battle-tested strategies to make evenings smoother, marriages stronger, and kids happier.

A thriving marriage doesn’t happen by accident—it takes intentional effort, daily service, and a heart willing to sacrifice. In this episode of Real Talk with Ben and Kimi, we dive into what it truly means to love sacrificially, serve your spouse with joy, and actively pursue your marriage like it’s day one.We’ll share personal stories, practical ways to keep your relations

What goes in comes out. As parents, we have a responsibility to guard what we—and our children—are watching and listening to. In this episode of Real Talk with Ben and Kimi, we dive into the importance of filtering media through the lens of our family values and Biblical worldview. Does the content we consume align with the principles we want to instill in our kids? Are we unkn

On this episode of Real Talk with Ben and Kimi, we discuss the difficulties of finding joy when parents are in "the thick of it." Also, our new fascination with USA hockey.

In this episode ofReal Talk with Ben and Kimi, we dive into the kind of marriage we want our kids to look up to—one filled with love, teamwork, and purpose. We talk about the daily choices we make to show them what a strong, faith-filled marriage looks like, from playing with them and serving our community to staying active in church and always being on the same team. If you want