The Voyage Cast: Real Talk on Relationships and Mental Wellness
Relationships are complicated—especially when conflict, disconnection, or old patterns get in the way. The Voyage Cast is a podcast about emotional health, marriage repair, communication tools, and real stories of transformation. Hosted by Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie Eccker, each episode brings therapy-informed insights to the messy, meaningful work of connection. You’ll hear practical advice, honest conversations, and occasional interviews with people who’ve faced the hard stuff—and found their way forward. Whether you’re navigating a rough season or just want a better map for love and growth, this show helps you stay the course.
Episodes
49 episodes
Is Marriage a Scam? Breaking Down Relationships, Myths, and Meaning
Is marriage really a scam, or is that just the pain of failed relationships talking? On this episode of The Voyage Cast, we’re tackling one of the most polarizing questions about modern relationships. Join host Eddie as he digs into th...
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Episode 50
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10:14
Burnout Isn’t a Vibe—It’s a Warning Light (Real Recovery for Exhausted People)
Feeling exhausted, unmotivated, and like you’re constantly behind? You might be facing more than just stress—you could be burned out. In this episode of The Voyage Cast, therapist and host Eddie Eccker breaks down real burnout recov...
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Episode 49
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13:48
Me, Myself, and Decline: When Self-Focus Sabotages Connection
Independence is a virtue—until it turns into emotional isolation. In this episode of The Voyage Cast, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie Eccker explores what happens when self-focus, over-functioning, and “I’ll do it myself” mindsets ...
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Episode 48
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27:30
EQ Over Ego: Why Emotional Intelligence Saves Relationships
Knowing how you feel is one thing. Knowing what to do with those feelings? That’s emotional intelligence—and it can make or break your relationship.In this episode of The Voyage Cast, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie Eccker e...
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Episode 47
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15:22
Comfortable Lies VS Hard Truths
We all say we want the truth—but do we really? In this episode of The Voyage Cast, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie Eccker unpacks the emotional and relational cost of avoiding honesty. Whether it’s pretending everything’s fine, avo...
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Episode 46
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All The Little Lies That Destroy Trust in Marriage: How to Spot and Stop Them
Not all lies are loud.In marriage, it’s often the quiet, everyday phrases—“I’m fine,” “It doesn’t bother me,” “I’m over it”—that do the most long-term damage.In this episode of The Voyage Cast, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapi...
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Episode 45
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22:22
From Hidden Hurt to Healing: A True Story of Family Redemption
Behind every family is a story—and sometimes, a secret. In this special interview episode of The Voyage Cast, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie Eccker sits down with the author of The Housekeeper’s Secret to unpack a deeply personal ...
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Episode 44
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1:04:04
Self-Reliance Gone Too Far: The Dangers of Being Your Own God
What happens when we try to control everything—including how we love, protect, or isolate ourselves? In this episode of The Voyage Cast, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie Eccker reflects on the subtle but costly drift toward self-wor...
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Episode 43
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15:06
The Blame Game: How Finger-Pointing Sabotages Relationships and Blocks Healing
Blame feels good—for a moment. But over time, it chips away at trust, prevents growth, and creates emotional distance in even the closest relationships.In this episode of The Voyage Cast, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie Ecck...
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Episode 42
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9:30
The Four Loves: You Need To Know This
We throw the word “love” around a lot—but not all love is created equal. In this episode of The Voyage Cast, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie Eccker walks through The Four Loves as outlined by C.S. Lewis: affection, friendship, eros...
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Episode 41
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12:00
Love Tests? Just Give the Answers!!!
In this episode of The Voyage Cast, co-creator and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Matt Johnson unpacks the concept of “love tests”—those subtle, often subconscious ways we test the people closest to us. Whether it’s expecting a partner ...
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Episode 40
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4:54
Marriage Advice You Should Ignore
Not all marriage advice is helpful—some of it can actually make things worse. In this episode of The Voyage Cast, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie Eccker unpacks some of the most common misconceptions about what makes a relationship...
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Episode 39
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16:33
From Trauma to Redemption: Shane’s Story of Faith, Family, and Healing After Loss
In this raw and redemptive episode of The Voyage Cast, hosts Matt Johnson, Breanna Crowell, and Eddie Eccker sit down with Shane, a Denver-based security company owner whose life has been shaped by abuse, military service, devastating loss, and...
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Episode 37
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1:12:46
Modern Dating Q&A: What Women Want to Know About Men and Relationships
Join us for an engaging episode of the Voyage Cast, where hosts Brianna Crowell, Matt Johnson, and Ed delve into the complexities of Dating. In "Girls Ask Guys: Q&A - Helping Navigate Modern Relationships to Improve Dating " we explore how ...
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Episode 36
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15:24
Rewiring the Mind: Neurofeedback, Biofeedback, and Brain Health with Santiago Brand
What if you could train your brain the same way an athlete trains their body? In this powerful episode of The Voyage Cast, we sit down with Santiago Brand—expert in clinical and sports psychology—to explore how neurofeedback and biofeedback are...
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Episode 35
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1:00:30
From Self-Doubt to Self-Love: Responding to Facebook Follower's Questions on Dating, Insecurities, & More
In this episode of Voyage Cast, hosts Matt, Ed, and Breanna explore the complexities of dating, including issues like self-doubt, imposter syndrome, abandonment, and trust issues. They discuss how these problems often stem from childhood and ne...
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Episode 34
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28:48
Revolutionizing Your Online Dating Experience: A Brief Guide to Profile Curation and Meaningful Conversations
In this podcast episode, our conversation with Brianna provides valuable insights on how to navigate the dating app scene with success. She offers important tips on curating an authentic and appealing profile, avoiding hyper-sexualized photos, ...
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Episode 33
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15:21
Breaking Free from Toxic Dating: A Brief Guide to Healthier Relationships
Ever stumbled upon the question, "Is love supposed to feel this way?" and wondered if there's more than what meets the eye? That's where we're heading today in a conversation with expert guest, Brianna. We're diving into the deep end, examining...
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Episode 32
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14:31
Rewiring Belief: High-Performance Coaching & NLP with Nicki Hoffman
What if one belief—just one—was the thing holding you back from your next breakthrough?In this powerful episode of The Voyage Cast, we sit down with Nicki Hoffman, renowned high-performance coach and NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) ex...
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Episode 31
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52:34
The Sound of Survival: How Therapist, Artist, & Singer Amber Roper Turned Trauma into Triumph
Welcome to The Voyage Cast! On this episode, we were privileged to have Amber Roper as our guest. Amber is not only a therapist and a musician but also a survivor of a traumatic attack that she encountered during her solo training for a half ma...
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Episode 30
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44:44
Break the Chain: Eliminating Harmful Dating Patterns with Brianna
In this episode of The Voyage Cast, the host invites relationship expert Brianna to share her top five dating tips. Brianna emphasizes the importance of clear and direct communication, avoiding mind games, giving second chances, honoring person...
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Episode 29
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15:30
Finding Your Tribe Vintage Edition: The Hidden Power of Community
This podcast explores the idea of belonging and finding one's tribe. It emphasizes the power of online communities, from book clubs to volunteer groups, as a way to connect and feel part of something bigger. The episode also explores the positi...
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Episode 28
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4:00
Nurturing Trust: The Consequences of Secret-Keeping in Love
The podcast episode is centered on the importance of honesty in intimate relationships. It discusses how secret-keeping can seed doubt, create trust issues, and lead to conflicts in relationships. The episode emphasizes the need for partners to...
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Episode 27
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3:26
Decoding the Alien Language of Boundaries
This episode of the Voyage Cast podcast offers listeners a light-hearted but insightful exploration of setting boundaries in relationships. The hosts guide you through the process of setting boundaries, not as stone walls but as personal assist...
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Episode 26
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7:59