Cornerstones: How Couples Built Their Relationships

If you think you can't find love on Tinder, think again! How Scotty Met Alex is the story of how a hopeless romantic found his partner for life during the time when the world was shut down and finding love was tougher than ever. Alex explains how attractive it was to find someone who was ready and wanting to commit and the peace she felt being with Scott. Scotty details the benefits of meeting online, such as making sure you fall for the real version of the person you're dating not just the idea of them as well as de...

If you think you can't find love on Tinder, think again! How Scotty Met Alex is the story of how a hopeless romantic found his partner for life during the time when the world was shut down and finding love was tougher than ever. Alex explains how attractive it was to find someone who was ready and wanting to commit and the peace she felt being with Scott. Scotty details the benefits of meeting online, such as making sure you fall for the real version of the person you're dating not just the idea of them as well as de...

If you think you can't find love on Tinder, think again! How Scotty Met Alex is the story of how a hopeless romantic found his partner for life during the time when the world was shut down and finding love was tougher than ever. Alex explains how attractive it was to find someone who was ready and wanting to commit and the peace she felt being with Scott. Scotty details the benefits of meeting online, such as making sure you fall for the real version of the person you're dating not just the idea of them as well as de...

Forty years of marriage and three children will teach you a lot about life, love, relationships, and everything in between! In the first episode of 2023, Mr. and Mrs. Tom and Maureen Wright discuss the journey of their relationship from their first interaction in college to getting married at young age and having three star-studded sons. Find out what moment Mrs. Wright knew she could be with Mr. Wright forever, why qualities like enthusiasm and gratitude are important, how Mr. Wright handled fatherhood/husbandhood and work, and what advice they have for couples now. If you think the circus isn't a rom...

What do FDR and Churchill have in common with Laura and Mike? Two great partnerships between America and England that changed the course of history (one more so than the other)! Mike is from England and Laura is from the United States and they met one Friday night in New York City (Laura's home turf) which unexpectedly turned out to be a weekend to remember....yes, you need to hear this incredible story! They would later get married and live in London and New York, eventually having two children. Being long-distance can have its challenges but Mike and Laura fo...

If you think finding true love in Maloney's, Southside (RIP), or Montauk can't happen then think again! Nova Nation is in the house as the future Mr. and Mrs. (Aaron) Carter--I mean Lamb--join to share how they built their special relationship. Alison and Connor initially met at Villanova University and then continued to grow together during their time in New York before eventually getting engaged this past summer. Tune in to find out why persistence pays off, how a short break can lead to long-term benefits, the value of authenticity, and how to turn a negative into a positive w...

If you think finding true love in Maloney's, Southside (RIP), or Montauk can't happen then think again! Nova Nation is in the house as the future Mr. and Mrs. (Aaron) Carter--I mean Lamb--join to share how they built their special relationship. Alison and Connor initially met at Villanova University and then continued to grow together during their time in New York before eventually getting engaged this past summer. Tune in to find out why persistence pays off, how a short break can lead to long-term benefits, the benefits of authenticity, and how to turn a negative into a positive w...

Coach K once said, “Two are better than one if two act as one" and Michelle and Trae truly exemplify what it means to live as one flesh in their relationship. The Harrisons met at Duke University where they gradually and surely built their relationship on transparency, quality time (aka couch hangouts), taking risks, and even a top-notch homemade birthday card! After dating long-distance and living in Dallas, they finally settled in New York where they got married and eventually birthed two great boys: Seph and Zay. Tune in to understand the role that faith plays in their marriage, why...

Coach K once said, “Two are better than one if two act as one" and Michelle and Trae truly exemplify what it means to live as one flesh in their relationship. The Harrisons met at Duke University where they gradually and surely built their relationship on transparency, quality time aka couch hangouts, taking risks, and even making a homemade birthday card! After dating long-distance and living in Dallas, they finally settled in New York where they got married and eventually birthed two great boys: Seph and Zay. Tune in to understand the role that faith plays in their marriage, why...

Two Wildcats grace Cornerstones for a fun, fulfilling, and vulnerable discussion on what it takes to build and maintain a strong partnership that spans over a decade. Kerri and Sean met on campus at Villanova but didn't date until afterward graduation and have been together for 13 great years - the second-longest relationship on the podcast! We cover topics such as why it's important to be your own person and have balance, how critical clear communication and setting expectations are, why words of affirmation matter, and how to motivate and challenge your significant other. Kerri and Sean are both entrepreneurs...

Fundamentals, basics, and hard work win rings....just ask Greg Popovich, AK, and Z! If you're currently on a dating app and looking for inspiration...this episode is for you! I am joined by Alexandra and Zahir to talk about their relationship, marriage, and what they've learned over the last 8 years of being together. AK, MPH is a doctoral candidate at the New York Academy of Medicine and Z is in MedTech sales in New York. We discuss topics such as what it takes for people from different backgrounds and with different personalities to unite and grow together, how...

The Webers may have come from different places and backgrounds but their lives converged one fateful night in New York City - a place they would call home for the next 40+ years - and they have not looked back! Sheila and BJ join me on this episode to talk about how they met, how BJ's persistence paid off (thanks to a little help from Sheila's parents), and what life has been like as a couple that founded and operates their own ministry in New York. We discuss topics such as having the same foundational values, being able to laugh to...

From Cornerstone (or was it Barking Dog?) to Midtown East and soon North Jersey, episode 10 showcases the journey of the University of Maryland's finest couple, Lauren and Mark Susser! Communication, persistence, shared values, understanding perspectives, and having fun together are some of the many qualities that have helped the Sussers become the special, tight-knit couple they are today. We discuss life in the city, the proposal, marriage, and of course, the birth of the Susser's legacy, Jayden Bryce! Mark and Lauren have been together for almost a decade so there are many great lessons learned from their relationship. But...

If you're looking for a husband...you might want to stop by your local animal hospital! In episode 9, I chat with my cousin, Laura and her husband, Dr. John-Austin aka JAM, who are the most recent couple on the podcast to get married! Thanks to fate and Laura's mom, Laura and John-Austin met and their relationship quickly took off from there. We discuss why it's important to be genuine and share the same values, how a natural and organic relationship progresses, and why being intentional (aka setting boundaries but being vulnerable) is key to connecting with someone. If you and...

"Marriage isn't about keeping score - it's not about winning and losing." Kelley and Dre Gary join Cornerstones and sit in the "hot seat" to share the story of how Amherst's finest couple met (twice), ventured west, navigated their 20's, got married, and ultimately became a mother and father to baby Koda. Communication and compromise are at the heart of what makes Dre and Kelley so special. They also put an emphasis on personal growth and change, remaining true to your values, and laughing with and at each other (mostly Kelley laughing at Dre). Finally, we discuss the importance of...

Mr. and Mrs. Bossard (better known as mom and dad!) join the podcast for the last episode of 2021 to discuss how they found each other the new-school way (through a dating app!) and how taking risks, being yourself, exemplifying maturity, putting in the work, and genuinely enjoying one another led to a harmonious relationship. Hannah talks about the importance of non-negotiables and how her dating style helped her connect with Gareth, while Gareth talks about the importance of getting outside your comfort zone and being intellectually intimate with Hannah. Of course, we end with the significance of parenthood and...

Mr. and Mrs. Bossard (better known as mom and dad!) join the podcast for the last episode of 2021 to discuss how they found each other the new-school way (through a dating app!) and how taking risks, being yourself, exemplifying maturity, putting in the work, and genuinely enjoying one another led to a harmonious relationship. Hannah talks about the importance of non-negotiables and how her dating style helped her connect with Gareth, while Gareth talks about the importance of getting outside your comfort zone and being intellectually intimate with Hannah. Of course, we end with the significance of parenthood and what...

Timing is everything--as Mr. and Mrs. Jordan Smallwood can attest to--in the story of how this lovely couple met and how their relationship took off! Kegan and Jordan shed light on how they were introduced (shoutout to Adam!), how they dealt with being together long-distance, how God brought them to the big city of New York, and why they decided to move back to Nashville (Lucie and Josiah might have had something to do with that...). Their story is inspiring, purposeful, and full of wisdom so you don't want to miss it!

East coast meets West coast as Cornerstones heads to La La Land! I sat down with Brittany and Kevin to discuss their relationship in LA/Thousands Oaks and cover topics such as taking a leap of faith to restart your life, being intentional with future plans, having boundaries, how family dynamics can affect your romantic relationships, life during COVID, and parenthood. Britt and Kev lay it all out on the table in a very transparent and emotional conversation. #LongLiveKingHenry

From G-town to Greenwich Village to Austin, Texas: episode 4 of Cornerstones features the first ENGAGED couple of the show...the future Mr. and Mrs. Wright! James and Margaret first met 14 years ago at Georgetown University (shoutout to Mary-Kate!) and speak extensively on their great relationship, including creating a foundation of friendship, the importance of timing, and relational dynamics over the long term. Of course, the show wouldn't be complete without Jimbo quoting Danny Meyer: "ABCD." Find out what the means when you listen! #HookEmHoyas

Strong communication, a desire to learn and grow, and continuously choosing your partner are just three of the many aspects of a healthy relationship that we learn from Lindsey and Sean. Parker sits down with them to discuss how they met over 7 years ago, the impact of 2020 on their relationship, and what life is like for them now. #BrickByBrick

Episode 2 takes us down to the 479! Parker speaks with Wes and Channing about how they met in Arkansas, their windy yet inevitable trip up north to New York, and the love, hope, and perseverance it took to overcome Channing's battle with cancer.

In episode 1, Parker chats with his younger sister, Elizabeth and her husband, Kristoff about how Grey Advertising brought them together (it wasn’t as simple as you might think…), the importance of perseverance, being upfront and honest about what you want, and the inevitability of change and growth.

Welcome! Cornerstones is a passion project that was inspired by my interest to find out how couples met. Cornerstones are the rocks in which foundations are built. Without them, you don’t have a building so my goal is to understand how couples met and what their cornerstones are. You can think of the podcast as the “how we built this” for relationships instead of companies. Enjoy!