Truly Unruly with Marcus & Jessica Trufant
Marcus Trufant, a former NFL star, and his wife Jessica Trufant present an unfiltered, funny, and thoughtful take on marriage, parenting, and relationships. With a solid 16+ years of marriage, the young parents of 5 kids deliver a fresh perspective on the challenges, pitfalls, and joys of marriage and parenthood. Through love and laughter, this husband and wife duo share hilarious and entertaining stories while giving the best advice to married couples, newlyweds, new parents, new moms, girl dads, busy moms, working parents, and everyone in between.
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Episodes
140 episodes
Can Our Relationship Survive After We Both Cheated?
In this episode, Marcus and Jessica respond to a messy email from a listener. She caught her man cheating and in an act of anger, she went out and cheated on him. Now she wants to know if their relationship can survive. This is a wild conversat...
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Season 2
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Episode 139
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25:59
My Family Disapproves of My Relationship: When Your Partner Returns From Prison
In this episode, a listener finds herself at a crossroads. After 12 years with her boyfriend, including a five-year stint he spent in prison, she's now facing immense pressure from her family to end the relationship. Her family doubts he’s trul...
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Season 2
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Episode 138
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38:15
Finding Mr. Right: Why It's So Hard to Meet a Good Man in Today's Dating World
In this episode, a 30-year-old woman shares her dating experiences and thoughts. Marcus and Jessica explore why many women struggle to meet the right person. Whether you're single, dating, or in a relationship, this episode has something for yo...
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Season 2
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Episode 137
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32:00
50% of married women have a "backup man" if marriage fails, study says
A new study says that 50% of women have a "backup man" if their marriage fails.Marcus believes the study is very eye-opening. While on the other hand, Jessica thinks the study is a reach and far from the truth. Dive into this new episode of...
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Season 2
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Episode 136
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24:05
My Daughter is Dealing With Her First Break Up
The Trufants receive an email from a mom whose daughter is dealing with her first breakup. She needs advice on how to help her daughter get through this hard time. The Trufants give her advice and share their own stories of heartbreak.
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Season 2
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Episode 135
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31:30
How important is it to choose the right parent for your children?
In this episode, Marcus and Jessica discuss the importance of choosing the right partner to have kids with. But it’s not as easy as it sounds. Tune in now for this interesting discussion. Follow on all things social @trul...
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Season 2
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Episode 134
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41:21
What’s the most disrespectful thing you’ve done in your relationship? How did you get past it?
We asked the internet what the most disrespectful thing they’ve done in their relationship is. The responses are off the hook! Tune in now to hear all the drama! Follow on all things social @trulyunruly_podcast
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Season 2
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Episode 133
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40:58
My boyfriend is hiding something on his phone
Marcus and Jessica receive an email from a listener who is suspicious about her boyfriend and his cell phone. She says he keeps his phone face down and when she asked to use it once he awkwardly stood next to her while she used it. Do you think...
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Season 2
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Episode 132
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24:39
I think he’s cheating while traveling for work
Marcus and Jessica receive an email from a listener who believes her man is cheating on her, while he plays sports overseas. She looks to Jessica for advice since she is the wife of a former NFL player. Follow on all things soc...
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Season 2
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Episode 131
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32:58
My Man is Paying Another Woman’s Rent
This week the Trufants answer an email from a listener who says she just found out her man has been paying another woman's rent. To make matters worse, she knows who the woman is and is beyond furious! Follow on all things Social @...
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Season 2
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Episode 130
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30:28
Work Spouses: Fun and Playful or Emotional Cheating
In this episode, Marcus and Jessica discuss a wild situation where a woman discovers her husband's work wife at a company barbecue. The work wife makes inappropriate comments and gestures towards the husband, upsetting the wife.Foll...
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Season 2
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Episode 129
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37:01
Dealing with a rude Mother-in-Law
Marcus and Jessica celebrate their daughter Karmen's high school graduation in this episode. They reflect on their journey as a family, from the early days to this significant milestone. The couple also discuss an email from a listener struggli...
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Season 2
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Episode 128
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31:19
Awkward Moments: Dealing with Kids Walking In During Adult Time
In this episode, Marcus and Jessica Trufant discuss a listener's dilemma of their 13-year-old daughter walking in on them during intimacy. They share their thoughts on the situation, debating whether embarrassment is justified and offering advi...
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Season 2
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Episode 127
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30:22
Am I wrong for calling my wife a POS for eating our kids food?
In this episode, Marcus and Jessica discuss a hilarious viral story about a husband calling his wife a POS for eating their 8-year-old's dinner. They debate whether the husband was wrong or not in his reaction. Follow on all things...
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Season 2
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Episode 126
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32:51
Vacation Drama: When Casual Conversations Cause Conflict
In this episode of Truly Unruly, Marcus and Jessica discuss a viral story about a family on vacation in Miami, where a woman in a bikini interrupted a father and son building a sandcastle, and the wife is upset about it. She thinks the woman wa...
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Season 2
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Episode 125
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38:57
When Cheating Hits Home: STDs, Lies, and Relationship Decisions
In this episode, Marcus and Jessica Trufant discuss an email from a woman who discovered she had an STI despite being married and faithful. The woman's husband had been cheating on her with a side chick who didn't show symptoms, leading to a sh...
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Season 2
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Episode 124
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30:34
When Boundaries Blur: The Open Relationship Question
In this episode Marcus and Jessica discuss an email from a listener whose Fiancé has developed feelings for a friend and proposed an open relationship, causing tension.Follow @trulyunruly_podcast on all things social!
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Season 2
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Episode 123
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39:44
Building Stronger Relationships: Tips from Relationship Boosters Dr. Carol Ann Trotman and Dr. Kia James
On this episode the Trufants are joined by special guests Dr. Carol Ann Trotman and Dr. Kia James from Relationship Boosters. These licensed therapists help individuals and couples improve communication, intimacy, and connection to boost their ...
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Season 2
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Episode 122
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44:14
Cheating on Vacation: Are girls and guys trips ok?
On this episode of Truly Unruly, Marcus and Jessica discuss an email from a woman concerned about her boyfriend traveling on vacation to the city where his ex lives. She noticed a few red flags lately and wants to know if she’s overthinking.
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Season 2
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Episode 121
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34:01
Meeting Her Family: A White Man's Journey to the Cookout
In this episode, Marcus and Jessica discuss a listener email from a white guy dating a black woman who is nervous about meeting her family for the first time. He’s afraid her family may not accept their relationship. Marcus and Jess...
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Season 2
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Episode 120
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34:54
When Your Mind Wanders: Staying Present During Sex
In this episode, Marcus and Jessica dive into an email from a listener struggling with distractions during intimacy with his wife. Despite a healthy sex life, he finds himself mentally drifting off during intimate moments, causing concern for b...
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Season 2
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Episode 119
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37:57
He Broke Off Our Engagement and Won’t Tell Me Why
In this episode, a listener opens up about a rough start to her year after her ex-fiancé of five years called off their wedding and left her for someone she claims is “younger and prettier.” Marcus and Jessica then dive into self-worth and star...
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Season 2
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Episode 118
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35:37
Why is having certain interests considered acting "white"?
In this episode, Marcus and Jessica discuss the reasons why some black individuals may not pursue certain interests or activities that are perceived as traditionally "white." They explore the idea of certain hobbies associated with specific rac...
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Season 2
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Episode 117
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39:05
Who Should Pay for Childcare When Dating a Single Parent?
In this episode, Marcus and Jessica discuss the question that has been circulating online: Should a man who is dating a single mother be responsible for paying for childcare when going out with her? Follow on IG and TikTok @trulyun...
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Season 2
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Episode 116
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36:44
Preferences or Prejudice? Unpacking Racial Choices in Romance
In this episode, Marcus and Jessica discuss the topic of black men with money dating outside of their race. They share an Instagram clip from a podcast that sparked the conversation and discuss potential reasons behind this, including geographi...
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Season 2
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Episode 115
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44:51