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Opposites, But Always Us

Opposites, But Always Us

Written by: Tonnisha and Jay McSwain
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Welcome to Real Talk, Real love, Really opposite where love, laughter, and life lessons come together! Meet your hosts Toni and Jay a fun loving couple who’ve been married for over 23 years and together for more than 27. With six kids, countless memories, and a deep faith in God, they’ve learned that marriage isn’t always perfect, but it’s always worth it. Each week, they’ll share real conversations, honest stories, and a good dose of humor about what it takes to build and keep a strong relationship. From communication and trust to roles, intimacy, and the messy middle nothing’s off limits! They’ll dive into marriage from both sides of the story a woman’s heart and a man’s mind sharing lessons learned from the highs, the lows, and the moments they didn’t even realize God was guiding them through. So grab your favorite drink, get comfy, and join the conversation. You’ll laugh, you might cry, but most importantly you’ll walk away with hope, understanding, and a few nuggets of wisdom to strengthen your own relationship. Because here, love is the journey, and every story has purpose.Copyright 2025 Tonnisha and Jay McSwain Relationships Self-Help Social Sciences Success
Episodes
  • Who We Are: The Story Behind the Love
    Jan 12 2026

    Welcome back to Opposites, But Always Us! In this episode, Toni and Jay finally share who they are and how it all began, from meeting at a Colorado Springs carnival in 1998, to a dead goldfish, a little white lie about age, and a love story that defied logic but stood the test of time. What started as teenage shenanigans turned into a 28-year journey filled with laughter, long-distance love, growing pains, and faith.

    Married for over two decades with six kids and countless lessons learned, Tony and Jay open up about the trials, triumphs, and transparency it takes to build a lasting relationship. This episode sets the tone for real conversations about love, commitment, growth, and choosing each other even when it’s hard. If you’ve ever wondered how opposites really make it work, this one’s for you.

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    30 mins
  • His Role, Her Role… or Our Role?
    Jan 12 2026

    In this episode of Opposites, But Always Us, we dive into the real conversation around marital roles what they are, where they come from, and how they actually play out in everyday marriage. From traditional expectations to modern-day partnerships, we unpack how roles can shift over time based on seasons, strengths, growth, and life circumstances. We talk honestly about what works, what doesn’t, and why trying to force a one-size-fits-all role can create unnecessary tension.

    This episode isn’t about rules it’s about understanding, communication, and partnership. We share personal insight from years of marriage, highlighting how flexibility, mutual respect, and shared responsibility can strengthen your relationship instead of dividing it. Whether you’re newly married, seasoned, or somewhere in between, this conversation will challenge you to rethink roles and focus more on teamwork, balance, and loving each other well.

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    31 mins
  • Welcome to Opposites, but Always Us
    Nov 18 2025

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    1 min
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