A podcast told by two millennials navigating the world of marriage, relationships, and what it means to be relationship goals. Amber and Danny Zakem have been dating since 2012 and have been married since 2015. They are what some may refer to as "relationship goals". Through this podcast you will learn about the ups and downs of relationships, the instagram vs. reality complex, and how a good relationship just takes good old fashion work.
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In this week's episode Amber details the benefits and struggles of working from home as a new mom. Listen in as she discusses the pros and cons of getting to be home while the baby is in his first year and how women are taking a stand to compensate for the lack of help provided to them in the US. Support the Show.…
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As a counter to the Motherhood episode, Danny answers your burning questions about his journey into fatherhood. Tune in to hear about how he navigates the ups and downs of year one with a baby! Support the Show.بقلم Amber Zakem and Danny Zakem
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In this emotionally resonant episode of "Relationship Goals?", hosts Danny and Amber Zakem candidly share their personal experience with gender disappointment during pregnancy. Delving into the complexities of this widely felt yet often undiscussed emotion, the couple opens up about how this unexpected feeling shaped their journey to parenthood. De…
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No one talks about how hard relationships can be after having a baby. This week Amber and Danny Zakem dive into postpartum relationship struggles and how they are focused on getting through the hard times. Support the Show.بقلم Amber Zakem and Danny Zakem
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Welcome to "Relationship Goals?" – the podcast that explores the intricacies of love, connection, and everything in between. In Season 3, Episode 12, join your hosts, Amber and Danny Zakem, for a heartfelt journey into the world of romance in their special annual Valentine's Day episode. In this episode, Amber and Danny share their personal reasons…
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Amber answers your burning questions about her journey into motherhood. Tune in to hear about how she navigates the ups and downs of postpartum and the first year with a baby. Support the Show.بقلم Amber Zakem and Danny Zakem
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Embark on a picturesque journey through Ireland with our latest podcast episode, where we explore the enchanting concept of a Babymoon in the Emerald Isle. Join us as we guide you through the charming city of Galway, where cobblestone streets and lively pubs create the perfect backdrop for a romantic getaway before the arrival of your little one. O…
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Everyone's birth story is dramatic, find out how we had a scheduled c-section two days early, our journey to the NICU, and the ups and downs of the first hours of parenthood! Support the Show.
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Resolution Revolution: Embracing Change in the New Year
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In this podcast, we embark on a transformative journey into the heart of New Year's resolutions, exploring the intersections of mental health, family dynamics, business growth, and the art of setting boundaries. Whether you're aiming to strengthen your mental resilience, foster healthier family connections, fuel your professional ambitions, or esta…
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Windy City Wonders: Your Ultimate Chicago Winter Guide
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🎙️ Welcome to "Windy City Wonders: Your Ultimate Chicago Winter Guide" podcast! 🌨️❄️ Get ready to discover the magic of Chicago's winter wonderland with hosts Amber and Danny Zakem as they navigate the city's coolest season. From family-friendly activities to romantic date night spots, we've got the inside scoop on making the most of the chilly mon…
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Gifts of Tradition: Embracing the Four-Gift Rule for a Meaningful Christmas
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This holiday season, join us for a heartwarming episode that goes beyond the presents and unwraps the true magic of Christmas traditions. In "Gifts of Tradition," we explore the concept of the Four-Gift Rule, where the focus shifts from quantity to quality, making each gift a cherished memory. 🎁 Discover the Four-Gift Rule: Learn how this simple ye…
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We are chatting Amber's pregnancy style in this week's episode. The number one thing she loved about pregnancy was dressing her bump. Listen to us chat about what went into curating a pregnancy wardrobe. Support the Show.بقلم Amber Zakem and Danny Zakem
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Everything Amber Hated About Being Pregnant
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Although pregnancy comes with a lot of positives, hello a sweet angel baby, but what no one talks about is all the hard shit. We are blowing big pregnancy wide open with these top things Amber hated about her pregnancy. Support the Show.
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Amber's favorite holiday is here! We recap our Thanksgiving holiday and why we enjoy this time of year so much. Tune in for our schedule, menu, and what we are most thankful for this year! Support the Show.بقلم Amber Zakem and Danny Zakem
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You're invited to our annual Anniversary -- Damberversary! We are chatting about the yearly party and how we rang in year 8! Support the Show.
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We're back and better than ever! Listen as Amber and Danny Zakem recap the last year of their life and kick off season 3 of Relationship Goals? Support the Show.بقلم Amber Zakem and Danny Zakem
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We have made it through another year and are wrapping up season 2 with our highlights, takeaways, and what we are looking forward to in season 3. Thank you all again for another great season! Support the Show.بقلم Amber Zakem and Danny Zakem
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After a nine month hiatus Amber and Danny Zakem are welcoming Derrick and Alexa Welton back to the podcast. Last time the Weltons were on they discussed their journey to becoming parents. In part 2, they are discussing the ups and downs of parenthood and what that looks like for their relationship. Strap in for an emotional and informative ride wit…
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This week Damber celebrates their 7th wedding anniversary! In this episode Danny and Amber Zakem discuss some of the highlights from the last 7 years of marriage and what they are looking forward to in year 8! Support the Show.بقلم Amber Zakem and Danny Zakem
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In this week's episode Danny and Amber list all of the things their partner has taught them. Some silly, some serious, it makes a great way to connect with your partner in a new way! Support the Show.بقلم Amber Zakem and Danny Zakem
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7 Questions to Strengthen Your Relationship
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There was an article written for the New York Times entitled, "7 questions to strengthen your relationship" Danny and Amber Zakem are taking on these questions to help better strengthen their relationship and see if they can get on or stay on the same page. Check out the article here: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/01/well/family/relationship-ques…
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It's your favorite podcast hosts birthday! Amber turns 32 on August 18th and in this week's episode she details all her love for her birthday and Danny's memory fails majorly. Send her a bday wish! Support the Show.بقلم Amber Zakem and Danny Zakem
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In this week's episode Danny and Amber Zakem discuss what is inspiring them right now. Between their relationship, work, and their personal lives, it is great to reflect on the things that are contributing to your happiness and making you feel motivated. It is important to reflect on what is inspiring you to refocus and center yourself which will u…
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In this episode, Danny and Amber Zakem discuss their recent trip to Europe. They detail their time onboard Uniworld's S.S. Antoinette, and talk about relationship issues that arise while traveling -- especially with family. Support the Show.بقلم Amber Zakem and Danny Zakem
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Back with another wedding episode! Amber and Danny Zakem discuss their dos and don'ts the night before your wedding. They discuss the things they did, what they would do all over again, and the things they would change. With a couple major PSAs. Tune in! Support the Show.بقلم Amber Zakem and Danny Zakem
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Amber and Danny discuss how marriage does not create the start of your life. Live now and if you find someone along the way that you mesh with, then great. Marriage is a lot of work and isn't riding off into the sunset at the end of a movie. Support the Show.بقلم Amber Zakem and Danny Zakem
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Find out where Amber shops, how she feels about her style, and how she puts outfits together. Hear from Danny and Amber about Amber's best "looks" and enjoy this fun episode that exactly 3 people asked for! Support the Show.بقلم Amber Zakem and Danny Zakem
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We were going to give you a nice little 4th of July episode where we detailed the flag cake that Amber makes every year, renting boats and enjoying the lake here in Chicago, and watching fireworks at our tennis club. But instead, the Supreme Court of the United States decided to take rights away from every woman in this country, so we changed thing…
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After a lot of highs and lows over the last few months, Amber and Danny Zakem took advantage of a free weekend and had a staycation. Check out what they have to say about what it did for their relationship and how you can make staying home or staying in your city a fun filled, recharging, weekend! Support the Show.…
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Happy Pride Month! We are welcoming Amber's sister, Tilli Evans and her girlfriend Della Ferguson to the podcast! Tilli and Della have been dating for just over a year and they are talking coming out, their love story, what Gen Z does differently when it comes to LGBTQ+ as well as what they think is Relationship Goals! Support the Show.…
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If you haven't been able to tell we have been going through a hard time lately. We finally discuss the ins and outs of where we have been mentally in our relationship and why relationships are so hard. Thank you to everyone for tuning in and helping us along our journey, that is this podcast. Support the Show.…
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Getting a Pet with a Significant Other
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So you are in a relationship, and now you want to expand your family, but wait, not children!! --Pets!! Congratulations, there is nothing better than loving on a fur baby, but wait, have you thought about all that comes with getting a dog, cat, or other pet with your sig o?! Danny and Amber, in this week's episode, detail some of the things you sho…
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The episodes have been a little heavy, as of late, so Damber is giving you some fun. Whether you live in Chicago, are in a relationship, need some Inspo for a Bumble date, or are going to be visiting the Windy City here are a ton of fun options for things to do this summer! Support the Show.
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Danny Zakem takes on this week's episode solo. He gets very vulnerable about things he has been going through, and how relying on the people in your life is so essential to meet your goals. Sometimes we just need to talk through where our heads are at and Danny leads the charge. Support the Show.
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Have you ever found yourself in a transition period in your life? Do you find that things that used to be your main source of fun, entertainment, or joy, are suddenly not giving you the same shine? In this week's episode Amber and Danny Zakem discuss how they can feel their priorities shifting as they start the mental journey to starting a family. …
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You're the meaning in my life, you're the inspiration. In this week's episode Amber and Danny Zakem discuss the real life couples, peoples, places, and tv characters who have played a part in the people they are and relationship that they have. Support the Show.بقلم Amber Zakem and Danny Zakem
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You are getting a solo Amberol Spritz episode this week. As Danny has never truly experienced a real breakup, Amber is here to reflect on what the major breakups in her life have had her reflecting on. If you have ever gone through a breakup in the past or are going through one right now, know that it changes you in ways that you can't even imagine…
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When you think back on your life, what are the best days that come to mind? In this week's episode Danny and Amber Zakem discuss how sometimes it's not the days that are the biggest milestones, but often the quiet unassuming ones that tend to have the most impact. Listen while they unpack the best moments from the last 31+ years. Support the Show.…
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Post Pandemic Relationship Realizations
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The pandemic shone a light on a lot of the negative traits that our relationship, or person lives, and our work lives had instilled in us since we were born. In this week's episode Danny and Amber Zakem discuss how the pandemic changed the way they communicate, how they look at social issues, and the importance of mental health. Support the Show.…
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In this week's episode Danny and Amber Zakem are exploring their attachment styles and how they affect their relationship. The four attachment styles are: anxious, avoidant, disorganized, and secure. You can visit attachmentproject.com to take the quiz and learn more about your own attachment style or read about the other 3. Sources: attachmentproj…
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Relationship Goals? is back after a few weeks hiatus. Kicking off this week's episode with a common fight Amber and Danny Zakem are having. If you can relate not being on the same page as your partner, you will resonate with this episode. Working through this common fight on the podcast helps these two sort out their issues and realize that being o…
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People never change, but they can grow. Amber and Danny Zakem take a look at how dangerous wanting to change a partner can be, and how it more often than not doesn't result in said change. On the flip side, they talk how growing as individuals and in your relationship is necessary to become Relationship Goals? Sources: https://possibilitychange.com…
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In this week's episode Danny and Amber detail why friendship is so important as both an indicator and as part of romantic relationships. Listen as they describe how their friendships have played key roles in their lives and in the relationship of damber. Support the Show.
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Happy Valentine's Day everyone. We hope you have a love filled day. Enjoy an episode filled with a "how well do we know each other" quiz questions and some historical Valentine's Day fun facts. We love you all!! sources: quiz questions: https://www.womenshealthmag.com/sex-and-love/a32160810/couples-quiz-questions/ fun facts: https://www.goodhouseke…
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We LOVE Chicago and we are bestowing you some ideas for the perfect date, or day with friends. Whether you like something low-key, fancy, or active, Danny and Amber Zakem are giving you their favorite neighborhoods, bars, restaurants, and activities to do throughout the Windy City! Support the Show.
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Body image is such a personal journey, and how it relates to dating and relationships is something that everyone experiences. Listen as Amber and Danny Zakem discuss their individual journeys with their own body image and how it affected their relationships in both past and present. Support the Show.…
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As we get older our priorities shift. One major thing many of us learned during the pandemic is what is truly important to us. On this week's episode Danny and Amber Zakem discuss how they manage work, life, and relationship balance, what they could do better and how they see this shifting in the future. Support the Show.…
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I big part of growing in yourself and in your relationship is reflection. Taking the time to understand how you are contributing in a negative and positive way to your relationships will help you find balance in your life. Find out what Danny and Amber are working on in 2022. Support the Show.بقلم Amber Zakem and Danny Zakem
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We welcome our first guests of season 2 -- Derrick and Alexa Welton! These two have been friends of ours since college, and have since welcomed two beautiful children. Derrick and Alexa are some of our first friends to have kids and are detailing their struggles with IVF and how that impacted their relationship. Stay tuned for the next episode wher…
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Take some time this week to write out all of the great things that you have achieved this year. All the small things you've add up to a really great year! In this week's episode Amber and Danny Zakem talk about all the things they felt like they achieved this year and look forward to 2022! Support the Show.…
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