Episodes 25
Avg. Duration 26m
Activity Sporadic
Since Feb 2022
Latest Episode Oct 2025

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About This Podcast

Chop it up with Jelani and Stacy Wilson talking about Relationships. All relationships take work, friendships, family, and especially love relationships. We want to talk about them all with YOU! Join us monthly for It Takes Work!

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S3E4 Season 3 - Ep 4 Candid Conversation

Oct 04, 2025 25m

In this episode of It Takes Work, we’re getting into a little bit of everything, because life brings a bevy of topics worth talking about. From navigating tough conversations to leaning into the…

S3E3 Growing Up in God - Together

Jun 04, 2025 29m

In this episode, we’re talking about what it really looks like to grow spiritually with your spouse — not just side by side, but in sync. We get honest about the process, the pushback, and the…

S3E2 Being Obedient

Sep 22, 2024 23m

After a much-needed hiatus, Jelani and Stacy are back with a powerful new episode. In "Being Obedient," we dive deep into the importance of following God’s direction and how obedience has shaped our…

S3E1 It's Not Hard - It's Work

Apr 01, 2024 30m

We are back! In Season 3, Episode 1, "It's Not Hard - It's Work," we explore the difference between difficulty and effort, and how embracing the concept of how 'work in relationships' can lead to…

S2E14 Season 2 Finale: Friendship Foundation Pt. 2 with Ray and Porscha Plant

Dec 18, 2023 32m

In this heartwarming Season 2 Finale episode of the "It Takes Work" podcast, join hosts Jelani and Stacy alongside the inspiring couple, Ray and Porscha Plant, as they delve into the deep-rooted…

S2E9 Cherish The Day: Don't Take Each Other for Granted

Nov 30, 2023 27m

In this episode, we delve into the importance of gratitude and appreciation in relationships. As we approach the season two finale, join us in exploring ways to foster a deeper connection with your…

S2E8 Keeping It 100: Being Honest Even When It's Uncomfortable

Oct 30, 2023 33m

In a world often filled with pretense and facades, the hosts tackle the tough questions: How do we maintain integrity when it feels easier to sugarcoat the truth? What role does vulnerability play in…

S2E7 Romanticizing Relationships

Oct 02, 2023 29m

Tonight we’re talking about romanticizing relationships. Sometimes we can imagine things to be more than what they really are. Thank you all for tuning in.   Questions? Email us at…

S2E6 Our Hard (but Healed) Story

Sep 18, 2023 1h 4m

In this episode, we will dive into one of the most profound and challenging chapters of our remarkable 26-year relationship. We will discuss how we navigated the tumultuous waters of infidelity and…

S2E5 Expectations

Sep 01, 2023 29m

We’ve been away, but we're back! In this episode we are unraveling the intricate layers of expectations, from the personal standards we set for ourselves to the expectations we set for external and…

S2E4 Friendship Foundation Part 1

May 22, 2023 59m

Solid relationships are built on solid foundations and friendship is at the core of it. Jelani and I couldn’t tackle this topic alone, so we invited some friends to join us. Aquil and Yolanda…

S2E3 Who Are You In Agreement With?

Apr 26, 2023 26m

In this episode we are getting into a very important subject matter for any relationship, agreement. Asking the question, "Who are you in agreement with?" Through this conversation we hope you're…

S2E2 Don't Overthink It

Mar 20, 2023 29m

Don’t Overthink It Life can get stressful, and entering a space of OVERTHINKING can be super easy. In this episode, Jelani and I will talk about different things we overthink, what we do to get out…

S2E1 Maintaining Balance In Your Relationship

Feb 20, 2023 21m

We’re back and excited to kick off Season 2. We’ve come out of the gate swinging; let’s talk about Balance - Maintaining Balance in Your Relationship, that is. We are excited to start this…

Season One Finale: Is It Worth The Toil?

Jan 01, 2023 18m

It’s the Season Finale! Just like that, Season 1 comes to a close, and we are so thankful for everyone who’s tuned into this podcast, left us feedback, commented or even asked us questions. In this…

S1E9 Intimacy: Misunderstood & Misinterpreted Pt 2.

Dec 01, 2022 23m

We’re back with episode 9 with part two of the conversation about Intimacy. In this episode, we’ll talk about the challenges we both have with intimacy. If you want to add to it or ask questions…

S1E8 Intimacy: Misunderstood & Misinterpreted

Nov 01, 2022 37m

How many of us misunderstood and misinterpreted what intimacy was? Jelani and I sure did so we decided to talk about it. We’re going to get into our misinterpretations, the importance of cultivating…

S1E7 The Importance of Safety in Relationships

Oct 01, 2022 33m

In this episode, Jelani and I are talking about safety in relationships. While having general conversations about it, we realized how little feeling safe in relationships is discussed. I know the…

S1E6 Episode 6 Navigating Through Challenges - TOGETHER

Aug 18, 2022 16m

We’ve switched it up for episode 6 due to life switching things up on us. Tonight we are going to talk about navigating through challenging situations together - what that looks like as a couple and…

S1E5 Family Dynamic: The Presence of a Mother

Jul 25, 2022 24m

In this episode, we will discuss the importance of a mother's presence and the impact of a mother's presence.  Thank you all for tuning in tonight. Have you got any questions? Please email us at…

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