Happily Ever After by Martin & Debbie Raj
Our podcast centers on our journey through marriage. We aim to be raw and authentic, sharing how we navigate conflicts and strive to be a blessing to one another. "Happily Ever After" isn’t just a dream—it’s a reality that can be achieved when both partners commit to working together through the highs and lows. Join us on this journey as we inspire each other with Real love, real faith, and real growth.
Episodes
30 episodes
Ep 30: Laws of Dating Pt 2 – If They Break This Law, They're Not Ready
Let’s be real—dating can be confusing. Whether you’re single, talking to someone, or already in a relationship, it’s easy to wonder, “Am I doing this right?”In this episode, we continue our conversation on The Laws of Dating by Mike Tuc...
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Episode 30
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Ep 29: Laws of Dating Pt 1 – If They Break This Law, They're Not Ready
Let’s be real—dating can be confusing. Whether you’re single, talking to someone, or already in a relationship, it’s easy to wonder, “Am I doing this right?”In this episode, we continue our conversation on The Laws of Dating by Mike Tuc...
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Episode 29
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God’s Timing Feels Slow? Here’s How to Thrive While You Wait – Ep 28
Are you waiting on God to bring the right person into your life? 🙋♀️🙋♂️Here’s the truth: waiting doesn't mean doing nothing! It really means to wait on God's timing — with purpose. 💥Instead of sitting around hoping for the right p...
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Episode 28
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Ep 27 - Stop Doing This If You Want True Love
Join this podcast to hear our honest thoughts, real-life experiences, and a few laughs along the way as we share how we see faith shaping our family and future.✨ Hit play—you won’t want to miss it!
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Episode 27
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Ep 26 - Sex In Marriage
In this candid and vulnerable episode, we open up about sex in marriage—an often avoided but essential topic. We share our honest expectations going into marriage and whether reality matched them. Not just that but we also share many other fact...
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Episode 26
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Ep 25 - Does Religion Matter in Love? 💍🙏
🎙️ "Are We Equally Yoked?"What religion do we belong to? Does religion matter when it comes to relationships and marriage? The Bible says to be equally yoked—but does that apply here too? 🤔💬In this episode, we’re op...
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Episode 25
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Ep 24 - How do I know this is the one? | Our Story & God’s Leading 💍✨
One of the biggest questions we get is: “How do I know who the right one is?”It’s not like the movies—no dramatic music, no magical light, and definitely no falling flowers! 😂In this episode, we share our personal journey—how we...
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Episode 24
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Ep 23 - Intruders in Marriage
There’s always some kind of intruder that tries to sneak into marriages—sometimes it’s people, but other times it’s subtle things we might not even notice. In this episode, we share what we've seen creep into relationships and challenge the hea...
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Episode 23
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Ep 22 - Our Interracial Marriage - After Our Wedding
Before our wedding, we had dreams, fears, and big expectations—did reality match up? In this episode, we get real about our pre-wedding thoughts, the excitement, and the worries we faced. Did marriage meet our expectations, or were we surprised...
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Episode 22
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Ep 21 - Our Interracial Marriage - Our Wedding on a Budget
Getting married these days is one of the most significant investments in life. Some choose to invest in a fancy wedding, while others prioritize meaningful connections—or a mix of both. In this episode, we share our wedding experience, what mat...
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Episode 21
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Ep 20 - Arranged vs Love Marriage Pt2 - Our Interracial Marriage
One of the most common questions people ask is whether arranged marriage still exists in India and what I (Martin) think about it. Some have even asked if we had an arranged marriage according to Indian tradition or a love marriage according to...
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Episode 20
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Ep 19 - Arranged vs Love Marriage - Our Interracial Marriage
One of the most common questions people ask is whether arranged marriage still exists in India and what I (Martin) think about it. Some have even asked if we had an arranged marriage according to Indian tradition or a love marriage according to...
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Episode 19
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Ep 18 - Raising Children pt 2 - Facing Racism
Racism isn’t confined to one place or one group—it exists in every corner of the world, even within the same race. Society has shown us the harsh realities of division from Africa to India to Korea and beyond. But the real question is: how do w...
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Episode 18
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Rp 17 - Our Interracial Marriage - Raising Children Pt 1
Raising children has been a major topic in our relationship from the very beginning—and it still is after marriage. In this episode, we share our initial feelings on having kids and how we see it right now, what people have counseled us regardi...
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Episode 17
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Ep 16 - Our Interracial Marriage - Entertainment & Recreation
Even though we grew up on different continents and in different cultures, what truly shaped our lives were our family values, personal choices, and surrounding influences. In this episode, we get real about how these factors impacted our...
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Episode 16
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Ep 15 - Our Interracial Marriage - PDA
Public Displays of Affection: How Much is Too Much? 🤔💑PDA means different things across cultures, families, and even relationships—some embrace it, while others avoid it completely. In this episode, we dive into our first impressions of...
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Episode 15
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Ep 14 - Our Interracial Marriage - Communication
In this episode of Our Interracial Marriage, we talk about the ways of communication in our cultures. We share how we had misunderstandings because of our preconceived ideas, fear and how we came to understand each other through it all.
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Episode 14
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Ep 13 - Our Interracial Marriage - Language Special
In this episode of Our Interracial Marriage, we talk about the fascinating world of languages in our relationship. We share the languages we grew up speaking, how our multilingual backgrounds impact our communication, and the beautiful (and som...
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Episode 13
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Ep 12 - Curry Meets Chimichurri
Growing up in different countries and cultures has given us unique stories to share. From eating with our hands to enjoying spicy dishes, trying Asian cuisine, and debating sweet versus savory breakfasts, we’ve experienced a lot. Join us on thi...
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Episode 12
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Ep 11 - Our Interracial Marriage
There are unique experiences and expectations that come with being in an interracial marriage. From country and state culture to community and family traditions, culture plays a significant role in shaping our journey. We took a heartfelt trip ...
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Episode 11
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Ep 10 - Keeping Marriage Fun
Marriage is a journey you shape together, and one of the best ways to keep it vibrant is by adding a little fun along the way. In this episode of Happily Ever After, we share practical ideas and personal stories about how doing fun activities t...
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Episode 10
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Ep 9 - Money Matters
Money plays a significant role in every stage of life—whether you're single or married. It has the power to be a blessing that strengthens relationships or a curse that causes division.In this video, we open up about our personal experi...
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Episode 9
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Ep 8 - Some people won’t like you for this: the freedom of saying “no!”
Do you ever feel like you can’t say “no” to others without fear of rejection or conflict? Have you ever been ignored, ridiculed, or even avoided after giving an honest “no”? This is because boundaries reveal the true nature of those around us—t...
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Episode 8
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Ep 7 - Managing Family in Marriage Part 2
Join us as we continue to share our experiences navigating family dynamics in marriage. Life shifts in significant ways—from living with your parents to having your own space and then transitioning to sharing that space with your spouse. These ...
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Episode 7
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Ep 6 - Happily Ever After - Managing Family in Marriage
Join us as we share our experiences on navigating family dynamics in marriage. Life shifts in significant ways—from living with your parents to having your own space and then transitioning to sharing that space with your spouse. These changes c...
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Episode 6
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