🎙️ New Episode – Happy Spouse, Happy House (with Author Monica Tanner)

This episode of Feathered in Grace & Armor is packed with wisdom, humor, and real talk as Chadd & Gina welcome author, coach, and podcast host Monica Tanner. Monica joins the conversation to unpack the message behind her new book, Bad Marriage Advice, where she flips one of the most common clichés on its head: instead of “Happy wife, happy life,” she makes the case for a healthier truth — “Happy spouse, happy house.”

Monica shares how the book began as a heartfelt note to her oldest son as he prepared for marriage, and why love alone isn’t enough — marriage requires skills, intentional effort, and practice. The conversation explores how learning your partner’s love language, understanding emotional drivers like the Primal Question, and building real relationship habits can transform a marriage.

They also talk about Monica’s podcast, including her recent conversation with Gary Chapman about his new book, The Love Language That Matters Most, and how those insights apply to couples at every stage. Monica reflects on her son’s reaction to receiving a book written just for him and his bride — and she reveals what she calls the “cheat code” of marriage advice, so be sure to listen all the way to the end.

To learn more about Monica Tanner and her work, visit:
👉 https://www.monicatanner.com/

And we’ll just say this — Monica is absolutely TED Talk ready this year.

This episode is a refreshing reminder that strong marriages aren’t accidental… they’re built with intention, skill, and heart.