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Who Pays What? Designing Fair Money Systems Before Marriage (opens the original)
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Host Nadia Gilkes guides couples through practical conversations about splitting day-to-day financial responsibilities before marriage, focusing on clear expectations, equity versus equality, and creating a system that works for both partners. She highlights options like income-based splits, assigning specific bills, and the importance of revisiting arrangements as incomes and life circumstances change to prevent resentment and surprises.
Garnished Lives — Why Money Talks Matter Before Marriage (opens the original)
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In this episode of Before Forever, host Nadia Gilkes explores the importance of financial transparency before marriage, focusing on hidden obligations like wage garnishments, intercepted tax refunds, unpaid taxes, child support, and other debts that can surprise a partner after saying "I do." She explains why these conversations are about trust and practical planning, not judgment, and encourages partners to be honest about any financial realities that could affect their future together. Downloa
Joint or Separate? The Real Question Behind Couples' Money Talks (opens the original)
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Host Nadia Gilkes discusses whether couples should use joint or separate bank accounts, arguing the choice matters less than the reasons behind it. She urges partners to share their financial stories, prioritize transparency, and build trust through intentional conversations to prevent future conflicts.
Boundaries That Strengthen Love: Saying No to Protect Your Yes (opens the original)
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In this episode of Before Forever, host Nadia Gilkes talks with boundaries expert Sheryl Green about why boundaries matter in relationships and how to start setting them. They define boundaries, explore why people struggle to create them, and share practical steps couples can use—communication, role‑playing, and unified front—to protect intimacy and respect. The conversation also covers handling exes, family dynamics, and sharing trauma thoughtfully.
Toxic Love Story: When Charm Turns Criminal (opens the original)
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Host Nadia Gilkes reviews the Netflix documentary A Toxic Love Story and unpacks how a relationship spiraled from charm to control, stalking, and criminal wrongdoing. She explores the family, property, and criminal law angles, Michelle’s escape, wrongful arrest, and the long road to justice. Key takeaways include spotting red flags, defining non-negotiables, the risks of buying property or co-signing loans before legal commitment, safety planning, and lessons from Nadia’s book Before Forever to
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