10 Lessons From 20 Years of Marriage
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This episode of the "Laugh Lines" podcast features Kim and Ben Holderness discussing their 20-year marriage, offering advice and humorous anecdotes. They share ten lessons learned, including maintaining kindness, prioritizing intimacy, and supporting each other's goals. The podcast also includes segments on Gen Z slang ("throwing," meaning hosting a party), and a discussion on whether they're "too old" for theme parks. Interspersed throughout are advertisements for Quince travel essentials, the Headspace meditation app, TikTok's advertising platform, and Granger Healthcare cleaning supplies. The episode highlights the couple's transition to a video format and their new theme song for the podcast, which focuses on the comedic aspects of aging and their experiences as a couple. Listener voicemails contribute to the discussion, adding relatable perspectives on marriage and aging.
Outlines
Introduction, Quince & Headspace Ads, Laugh Lines Launch
The episode begins with an introduction and advertisements for Quince travel essentials and the Headspace meditation app. Kim and Ben Holderness then introduce their new podcast, "Laugh Lines," focusing on aging and marriage humor, and their transition to video format.
20 Years of Marriage: Lessons Learned
Kim and Ben reflect on their 20-year marriage, sharing ten lessons learned, including maintaining kindness, prioritizing intimacy, and supporting each other's goals. Listener voicemails are incorporated.
Are We Too Old for Theme Parks? & Gen Z Slang
A discussion on whether they are "too old" for theme parks is followed by an explanation of the Gen Z slang term "throwing" (meaning hosting a party).
TikTok & Granger Ads
Advertisements for TikTok's advertising platform and Granger Healthcare cleaning supplies.
Keywords
Mindfulness
Techniques for stress reduction and improved well-being, as promoted by the Headspace app.
Longevity
Exploring the positive aspects of growing older, as discussed in the podcast.
Marriage Advice
Tips and insights on maintaining a successful long-term marriage, shared through personal experiences and listener input.
Gen Z Slang
Explanation of current Gen Z slang terms, such as "throwing" (meaning hosting a party).
Aging Gracefully
Embracing the changes that come with age with humor and a positive outlook.
Marriage
Advice and anecdotes from a 20-year marriage.
Podcast
Launch of the "Laugh Lines" podcast.
TikTok Ads
Information on advertising on the TikTok platform.
Healthcare Cleaning Supplies
Disinfectants, cleaning products, and PPE supplied by Granger.
Quince
High-quality, affordable travel essentials.
Q&A
What are some key lessons the Holdernesses learned from 20 years of marriage?
Maintain kindness, prioritize sex, allow for separate beds when needed, support each other's goals, and trust each other's intentions.
What is the Gen Z term "throwing," and how is it used?
"Throwing" is Gen Z slang for hosting a party.
How do the Holdernesses feel about aging and its impact on their lives?
They embrace aging with humor and maintain a positive outlook.
What is the main theme of the "Laugh Lines" podcast?
The humorous side of aging and the experiences of a long-term marriage.
What products does Granger supply to healthcare facilities?
Granger supplies disinfectants, cleaning supplies, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Where can I learn more about advertising on TikTok?
getstarted.tiktok.com/tiktok ads
Show Notes
Welcome to Laugh Lines! We are so excited to launch this new chapter of our podcast and have you along for the ride. This week, Penn and I break down our best advice for staying married for 20 years (we’re too young to be celebrating such a milestone, right?) We also take our first calls from the Laugh Line to hear your input, including some very interesting advice from Kim’s Mom.
To end the show, we discuss if we are too old for theme parks and what the Gen Z phrase “throwing” means… bonus points if you use it in the sentence with your teen this week. We would love to hear what you think! Leave us a voicemail at 323-364-3929 or write the show at podcast@theholdernessfamily.com. You can also watch our podcast on YouTube. Tune in next week as we talk about Bread Back and gaining weight in weird places.
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Laugh Lines with Kim & Penn Holderness is an evolution of The Holderness Family Podcast, which began in 2018. Kim and Penn Holderness are award-winning online content creators known for their original music, song parodies, comedy sketches, and weekly podcasts. Their videos have resulted in over two billion views and over nine million followers since 2013. Penn and Kim are also authors of the New York Times Bestselling Book, ADHD Is Awesome: A Guide To (Mostly) Thriving With ADHD and winners on The Amazing Race (Season 33) on CBS.
Laugh Lines is hosted and executive produced by Kim Holderness and Penn Holderness, with original music by Penn Holderness. Laugh Lines is also written and produced by Ann Marie Taepke, and edited and produced by Sam Allen. It is audio engineered by Max Trujillo and hosted by Acast. Thanks for listening!
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