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The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast
Nick and Amy are the creators and owners of the Ultimate Intimacy App and brand. They dive into all the tough topics regarding sexual and emotional intimacy, and discuss the things that most couples deal with regularly in marriage, that are seldom talked about on other podcasts. They are raw, unscripted, personal, and Nick will most likely say things he will regret ;)
They have been married over 22 years and have 4 kids, 3 dogs, and share their own life experiences and trials that have helped…
Episodes
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast460. Is That Dang "Mental Load" Killing Your Intimate Life? We Talk BOTH Sides!
In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy dive into a topic that many couples really struggle with in their marriage, but don't know how…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast459. Why Couples End Up In Sexless Marriages (and how to fix it) - With Austin Ellis (LMFT)
In this episode of The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy sit down with Austin Ellis, a renowned sex therapist who has helped thousands of couples, to…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast458. Why Is My Marriage So Much Different From When We First Got Married? - Is This Normal?
Many couples ask us this question: Why doesn’t my marriage feel like it did in the beginning? The truth is, just like each year, our marriage has different…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast457. When To Seek Marriage Therapy - And What Actually Happens In A Therapy Session? - With Austin Ellis LMFT
So many couples see therapy as a last ditch effort and something you turn to when everything is already broken. But think about it… we invest in coaches to…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast456. You Want A Better Intimate Life, But Your Spouse Won't Talk About It - What Do You Do?
One of the most common messages we hear from our audience is something like this: “I want a better intimate life… but my spouse wont talk about it and I don't…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast455. Deeper Spirituality Can Create Deeper Sexuality In Your Marriage - With Austin Ellis LMFT
What if the secret to deeper, more passionate intimacy in your marriage isn’t just about technique, but the spiritual connection in your marriage? In this…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast454. It's OK To Say No To Intimate Time In Marriage - It's How You Do It
What if saying no to sex could actually bring you closer together? In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy challenge a common belief…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast453. When Duty Sex Replaces Desire, Addressing A Listeners Question- With Expert Austin LMFT
What happens when intimacy starts to feel like just another item on the to-do list? We recently heard from a listener who opened up about a struggle so many…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast452. Emotional & Sexual Foreplay Ideas For Your Marriage: Why BOTH Are So Important!
In this engaging episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast with Nick and Amy, the conversation focuses on the importance of both emotional foreplay and sexual…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast451. Emotional & Sexual Intimacy Go Hand In Hand Part 2 - With Expert Austin Ellis
In this powerful episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy are again joined by therapist Austin Ellis to discuss part 2 of the previous podcast…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast450. Rejection: 5 Habits That Create A Marriage Where Intimacy Is Wanted, NOT Avoided.
In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy dive into the sensitive but important topic of rejection in marriage and how emotional…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast449. Emotional & Sexual Intimacy Go Hand In Hand: Sex Is Actually More Emotional - With Expert Austin Ellis
In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy are joined by Austin Ellis to talk about how emotional and sexual intimacy are deeply connected…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast448. 10 AMAZING Facts You Probably Didn't Know About Orgasms: No More "I Have A Headache" Excuses
In this episode of The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy dive deep into one of the most natural yet misunderstood aspects of human health and pleasure —…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast447. How To Move Forward When You’re Stuck In Conflict — Lessons From A Listener’s Experience
We had a listener write in and share this experience. She and her husband have four kids and a great marriage. They’ve both decided they don’t want any more…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast446: The 6 Types Of PASSION You Need In Your Marriage!
The grass is not greener in someone else’s marriage. It is green where you water it. We have learned that firsthand. There have been seasons where our marriage…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast445. You Don’t Have Multiple Priorities In Marriage, You Have One... And It Should Be Each Other
What if the key to transforming your marriage isn’t more time, but clearer priorities? In this episode, Nick and Amy are joined by therapist Austin to discuss…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast444. Are You Just "Too Tired" For Your Marriage?
Is it just us… or is everyone exhausted? In this honest and relatable episode of The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy tackle a question so many couples…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast443. Too Late to Set Boundaries in Your Marriage? Why Boundaries Show Love With Expert Austin
It’s easy to think love in marriage is only shown through romance, gifts, or intimacy. But one of the most powerful ways to show love to your spouse is through…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast442. Nobody Ever Teaches You How To Be Married - So Give Your Spouse & Marriage Some Grace
Nobody ever really teaches us how to be married. Most of us walk into marriage full of love and hope, but with very little understanding of what we’re actually…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast441. The Unexpected Side Of Marriage - The Things We Didn't Realize When We Got Married
In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, we take a fun and honest look at the unexpected side of marriage and the things no one really prepares you…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast440. Stop Wingin’ It: This ONE weekly thing will be a game changer for your intimate life!
What if one simple weekly habit could transform your marriage? It certainly has for us! In this important episode of The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, we (Nick…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast439. HELP! How Can I Forgive My Spouse After There Has Been Betrayal? Can We Truly Recover? - With Austin Ellis LMFT
We recently received a heartfelt message from a listener whose spouse had an affair. They shared a question many couples face after betrayal: Is it truly…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast438. 10 Simple Things You Can Do To Have A More Passionate Intimate Life!
Everyone wants a better intimate life, right? In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Amy and Nick dive into 10 simple things couples can do to…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast437. What Does It Mean (And Look Like) To Be A Better Wife - With Austin Ellis LMFT
In this episode, we have Austin Ellis back with us to dive into what it really means and what it looks like to be a better wife in marriage. You are going to…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast436. Finding More Time For Your Marriage Amidst All Of Life's Demands... And Time Wasters
A while back, we shared a video on social media about the importance of making time for intimacy, dating, and connection in marriage. One man responded…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast435. Repair Your Relationship, Reignite Your Intimacy - With Austin Ellis
Ever wonder if your marriage can be fixed and repaired… or if it's too late? You’re not alone. The great news is... it's never too late, and repairing your…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast434. Staying Curious In And Out Of The Bedroom: The Secret To Lasting Intimacy In Marriage
Is curiosity the ultimate love language? On this episode of The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy dive deep into the power of staying curious in…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast433. The Secret To Becoming A Better Man, Husband And Father - With Austin Ellis LMFT
Nick is flying solo in this episode and dives deep with Austin Ellis, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, into what it truly means, and more importantly…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast432. Don't Have The Intimate Life You Want? Do These Emotional Intimacy Things First
We talk about this all the time on the Ultimate Intimacy podcast — emotional intimacy and sexual intimacy go hand in hand. You can’t expect a strong sex life…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast431. Love Doesn’t Assume... Love Asks, Love Listens And Love Responds
One of the fastest ways intimacy erodes in marriage is through assumption. We assume our spouse knows what we need. We assume they understand how we feel. We…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast430. Setting Goals That Actually Stick To Help Your Marriage In 2026
In this episode of The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy break down how couples can stop “trying harder” and start creating real, lasting change in their…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast429. Why The Lower Desire Spouse Needs To Initiate Once In A While
In many marriages, the higher-desire spouse ends up being the one who always initiates sex. Over time, that dynamic can leave the lower desire spouse feeling…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast428. Is The Sexual Intimacy In Your Marriage Controlled By One Spouse?
In most marriages (whether done intentionally or unintentionally), the lower desire spouse typically has complete control and say so when it comes to sex. They…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast427. Interview With World Renowned Author Dr. Gary Chapman Of The 5 Love Languages
In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, we (Nick and Amy) sit down with world-renowned author and counselor Dr. Gary Chapman, best known for The 5…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast426. The Most Common Mistakes That We As Couples Make In Marriage
Even the strongest couples can fall into trap of making "common" mistakes that can slowly erode connection and intimacy. These mistakes often happen when we…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast425. Stop "Trying" & Start "Doing" - 4 Steps To Breaking Your Bad Habits In Marriage & Life With Nate Whitson
How often do you tell yourself, or hear from your spouse the phrase "I will try harder" and things never seem to get better? Things don't get better just by…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast424. Monotony & Marriage: How To Turn The Daily Grind And Boredom Into Something Good
Is your daily life starting to feel like a copy-paste loop? Wake up, work, errands, dishes, Netflix, sleep and repeat? Feeling like the movie ground hog day?…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast423. The Clear Signs That You're Putting Your Kids Before Your Marriage. Are You Doing These Things?
Are you unknowingly putting your marriage on hold while you pour everything into parenting? In this episode of The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast422. Our Addiction To Technology Is Literally Destroying Our Marriages
We have discussed in previous episodes the impact social media and our addictions to our screens is having on our marriages and relationships. In this episode…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast421. DESIRE DECEMBER Is Here... And Your Marriage Is Going To Love It!
DESIRE DECEMBER is here and this is exactly what your marriage needs. I don't know what kind of write up to do to explain what this episode is.. so you will…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast420. Jealousy Impacting Your Marriage? Pets, Phones, Kids, Social Media...
Do you find yourself getting jealous because your spouse gives more attention to the kids, their phone, or even the dogs? Does everything else seem to take…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast419. Is Your Nightly Bedroom Routine Impacting Your Intimate And Emotional Connection? Poll Answers
Ever wonder why you and your spouse feel distant by the end of the day? It might have nothing to do with big issues and everything to do with your evening and…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast418. When Husbands Feel Like Home Is Heavier Than Work: Viral Video Discussion & How Wives Can Bring More Peace
A video of ours recently went viral showing husbands sitting in their cars after work, and it sparked a huge conversation, why do some men need these few…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast417. Help! Why Am I Not Attracted To My Spouse Anymore? Answers with LMFT Kevin Johnson
In this episode of The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, we’re diving into a topic we honestly never expected to cover, but It’s one of the most vulnerable, painful…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast416. What Is Our Relationship With Anxiety? How To Manage It On A Personal Level And In Marriage With Kevin Johnson
In this episode of The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy sit down with Kevin Johnson for an open and relatable conversation about anxiety, a topic that…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast415. Over 1 Billion Women Are Currently Going Through This Life Altering Thing That Impacts Marriage - Must Listen Interview
In this eye-opening episode of The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy have an amazing interview with an expert discussing perimenopause and menopause—a…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast414. Ladies Turn... The Things That She Wants In The Bedroom
In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Amy and Nick turn the tables to talk about what wives really want in the bedroom, and it’s probably not just…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast413. The "Other" Things That Husbands Want In The Bedroom That Might Surprise You
In this candid episode, Amy and Nick share 5 things about each other that you probably didn't know about them, before diving into the “other” things that…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast412. What Healthy Marriage Looks Like - The Pillars That Should Just Be "Normal" In A Marriage
In this episode, Nick and Amy discuss the things that should just be "normal" in a healthy marriage. That doesn't mean we are all doing them, but we should be!…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast411. Doing This One Thing Will Bring So Much More Happiness Into Your Marriage
In life, none of us are perfect, we stumble, fall short, and make mistakes. As Christians (Nick and Amy), we believe in the incredible gift of grace through…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast410. The “Superpowers” Husbands And Wives Bring To Marriage — Poll Results!
In this episode of The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy uncover the hidden “superpowers” we all wish our spouses had! Not talking about flying or X-ray…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast409. Never Have A Toxic Fight Again - The Advice We Wish We Had Sooner In Marriage!
Are you tired of arguments that spiral out of control, or do you find yourself having the same arguments over and over again? Do you wish there was a better…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast408. Bad Marriage Advice Part 2 - What NOT To Do In Your Marriage
In our last episode, we sat down with Monica Tanner to explore the bad marriage advice many of us have been given, advice that can quietly undermine even the…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast407. Bad Marriage Advice That Many Of Us Have Been Told - With Monica Tanner
In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, we dive deep into the often overlooked and sometimes misguided world of marriage advice with Monica Tanner…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast406. When Your Love Languages Are OPPOSITE! Is This An Opportunity In Marriage?
Have you ever felt like you and your spouse speak completely different love languages? Maybe you crave words of affirmation while they’re all about acts of…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast405. Princess/Prince Treatment Or Bare Minimum In Marriage? Have You Had This Discussion?
In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, we dive into a fun and eye-opening discussion: what counts as bare minimum in marriage, and what truly…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast404. Breaking Free From The “Score Keeping” Syndrome In Your Marriage
In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy dive into one of the most common struggles couples face: keeping score in marriage. So many…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast403. Are Your Eyes Wandering? Lusting In Marriage
Mathew 6:28 "But I say unto you, That Whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in is heart." We have got a ton…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast402. What Does Emotional Safety Look Like In Marriage.. And What Are The Things That Destroy It?
Emotional safety is the foundation of lasting intimacy and trust in marriage. In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, we dive into what it really…
The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast401. "Do You Love Me As Much As The Kids?" A Common question many husbands are wanting to ask
Do You Love Me as Much as the Kids? A Conversation Every Couple Needs One of our friends recently asked his wife, “Do you love me as much as the kids?” and it…