High Noon Couples Podcast

In this powerful conversation, we sit down with Joni Makkinon – husband of 15 years, father of two teens, family and relationship coach and founder of Das Relationship.

Joni highlights how relationship coaching is beneficial at every stage of marriage, whether you're newly married or years down the road. It's not just for couples in crisis — it’s about growing together, deepening connection, and navigating change with support.

Homework for this week from Joni:

Go on dates – just the two of you. If you have kids. don’t hesitate to ask a family, friends or babysitter...

This week, we had the pleasure of speaking with Myrna Lapres—an experienced educator, family coach, and certified Safe Conversations facilitator. Myrna shared how “Safe Conversations” is more than a tool—it’s a pathway to deep connection. Through mirroring, listening without judgment, and asking “Is there more?”, couples can turn conflict into understanding. What stood out most was this: “Deep listening is love in action.” Whether with your spouse, child, or colleague, this practice builds safety, empathy, and presence.

We (Sebastian & Daria) also reflected on how Safe Conversations helped us reconnect after a season of disconnection—moving from “roommat...

This week on the High Noon Couples Podcast, we sat down with Stephen Stacey, educator, author, and blessed husband of 44 years, to explore his 7 Principles of Creation: Marriage Enrichment Workbook. What started as a deep dive into marriage education turned into a powerful realization—everything that truly strengthens relationships is already embedded in the Principle of Creation.

Stephen breaks down how couples can align with these seven principles—like shared vision, give-and-take dialogue, romance, and personal growth—to create vibrant, God-centered marriages. He emphasizes that these aren't just spiritual ideals—they're universal truths at work in successful relationsh...

In this heartfelt and practical episode, we talk with Maike and Henrique—an international couple blessed in 2020—about how the book Sheet Music by Dr. Kevin Leman helped them navigate intimacy before and after marriage.

They share how reading the book during their 40-day period gave them a healthy framework to prepare for their first sexual experience. From unpacking their “rule books” about sex, to learning how to talk about boundaries, desires, and fantasies without shame, this episode is full of honest reflections, laughs, and real growth.

Whether you're newly blessed or married for years, their stor...

In this episode of High Noon Couples, we speak with Dr. Andrei Esanu, a psychiatrist and psychotherapist with a background in cognitive behavioral therapy and couple counseling.

Dr. Esanu shares what really helps couples stay connected when tensions rise. The core message? Don’t wait until you’re in the middle of an argument to figure things out.

Instead, he encourages couples to create clear agreements ahead of time—around stress, support, space, and reconnection—so that when conflict comes, you’re not scrambling for tools in the heat of the moment.

He explains how p...

In this episode of HN Couples Podcast, we sit down with Andrew Love, Director of High Noon, to talk about a topic that doesn’t get discussed enough—masturbation in marriage. We break down why it can be a challenge for some couples, how it affects intimacy, and what to do if it’s something you or your spouse are struggling with.

Andrew shares insights on moving away from guilt and shame and instead focusing on growth and connection. We talk about the importance of open conversations, recognizing personal triggers, and finding healthier ways to build intimacy.

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In this episode of the HN Couples Podcast, we sat down with Amelia Lindemann, a mom of four, community leader in Nürnberg, and works for School of Love. She shared her experiences juggling marriage, parenting, work, and personal time while staying intentional about what truly matters.

Amelia opened up about the challenges of managing different schedules, making time for her marriage, and ensuring her family stays connected despite busy days.

She emphasized the importance of small, intentional steps to create balance and shared how prioritizing certain areas—like couple time and personal well-being—has made a di...

Many couples struggle with asking for help, but learning this skill before having children can strengthen a relationship and ease the transition into parenthood.

In this episode, we break down the societal pressure on women to "do it all" and explore how couples can create a balanced dynamic of support. We discuss practical ways to communicate needs, let go of control, and embrace the joy of receiving help—leading to a more peaceful, connected home. 

We’re Sebastian and Daria, the directors of High Noon Couples, and we’re beyond excited to share our very first podcast episode with you! 

In this episode, we’ll introduce ourselves and share the heart behind High Noon Couples. Our mission is simple: to create a supportive, uplifting space where blessed couples can build stronger, more intimate relationships rooted in heavenly sexuality, love, and connection. 

We’ll be diving into how High Noon Couples will offer practical tools, honest conversations, and resources to help you grow in your relationship—with each other and Heavenly Parent.