{"podcast":{"title":"The Grounded Union Podcast","slug":"the-grounded-union-podcast-7220500","podcast_index_feed_id":7220500,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/grounded-union-podcast","website_url":null,"image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/yvFcpGS-sP4M0gjv2lBTKxTOGoVfr0XCCzefDPSCYKo/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8zZGRk/NWM4YjMzZDRhNjA0/ZjY1ZWVhMjNiNzA1/ZTdhZi5qcGc.jpg","author":"Brandon Doerksen","episode_count":37,"summary":"Welcome to the Grounded Union Podcast, hosted by Brandon and Caitlyn Doerksen. In 2019, our marriage hit rock bottom—so close to divorce that we thought there was no way back. But through deep healing, transformation, and a relentless pursuit of something better, we didn’t just save our marriage—we created something more beautiful than we ever imagined. On our journey, we realized that the conventional advice from counselors, pastors, and mentors wasn’t enough. So, we set out on an uncharted path, searching for real, lasting change. Now, standing on the other side, we’ve mapped out the exact process that restored our love, trust, and connection—a process we weren’t given but one we discovered through lived experience. This podcast is our invitation to you: to walk this path with us, to challenge the norms, and to build a marriage that is passionate, open, honest, deeply connected, and full of life. No one told us it was possible—but we’re here to tell you: it absolutely is. Join us on this journey. It’s not just about saving your marriage—it’s about creating one that’s stronger, richer, and more alive than ever.","last_synced_at":"2026-08-01T00:20:32.101474+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-grounded-union-podcast-7220500"},"episode":{"title":"How to Protect Your Kids From Your Marriage Crisis","slug":"how-to-protect-your-kids-from-your-marriage-crisis","published_at":"2026-07-10T13:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-grounded-union-podcast-7220500/how-to-protect-your-kids-from-your-marriage-crisis","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-grounded-union-podcast-7220500","url":"https://groundedunionpodcast.transistor.fm/s4/7","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/59b88475/9117595f.mp3","summary":"This week on the Grounded Union Podcast , Brandon and Caitlyn speak on one of the most requested topics from their community: what do we tell the kids? They challenge every excuse for waiting to heal, issue a clear warning against the enmeshment trap (your kids are not your counselor or your comfort), and give practical guidance on age-appropriate conversations from toddlers to adult children. The episode closes with the family rhythms Brandon and Caitlyn still live by today: no screens, outside as much as possible, nightly family walks, and gathering around a fire — because protecting your kids from a marriage crisis starts with bringing your whole family back to life. Our 2026 Grounded Union 2-Day Workshop: 📍San Diego, CA — In-person & virtual 📅 August 14th & 15th, 2026 Workshop for Couples: Tap here to grab your ticket 🎟️ Looking for immediate support in your marriage? The Marriage Crisis Roadmap: Download the free guide here! Grounded Union Couples App: Tap here to apply Save Your Marriage Webinar: Tap here to get lifetime access Follow us on social: @brandontalksmarriage , @caitlyn_doerksen & @groundedunion YouTube Show available here What we discussed: 00:00:00 – Welcome & Intro: Brandon introduces the episode and opens with a key principle — you don't earn back your family's respect by asking for it; you earn it by changing. 00:02:26 – No Convenient Time to Heal: Caitlyn shares why you can’t wait for the perfect season and how healing happens in the middle of real life. 00:05:56 – Your Kids Are Not the Problem: Brandon's story of scrolling social media from 10 PM to midnight while waiting for the baby to wake — and why blaming your circumstances keeps you stuck. 00:07:47 – The Enmeshment Warning: Brandon explains why turning to your children for…","meta_description":"This week on the Grounded Union Podcast , Brandon and Caitlyn speak on one of the most requested topics from their community: what do we tell the kids? Th…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3014,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-grounded-union-podcast-7220500/episodes/how-to-protect-your-kids-from-your-marriage-crisis/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-grounded-union-podcast-7220500/how-to-protect-your-kids-from-your-marriage-crisis.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}