Road of Life Podcast Episode 112:

In this episode of the Road of Life podcast, we are hanging out with the power couple behind The Co-Author Network, Daniela and Emilio Roman.

Their story plays out like a Hollywood movie – but the unrated version where they leave the gritty parts in.

We get wildly vulnerable in this conversation. Emilio opens up about his journey from a Marine with a "work hard, play hard" mentality to facing his battle with alcoholism and finding sobriety 17 months ago. Daniela shares the immense grace (and the tough love) it took to stand by his side until he was ready to heal.

Tune in to hear us chat about:

• You Can’t Heal in Secret: Why hiding your struggles is actually selfish (yep, we said it) and how sharing your story can save lives.
• The "Born to Risk" Movement: How they turned their pain into a platform for other entrepreneurs (including us!) to share their truth.
• Marriage Mechanics: How their opposite strengths balance each other out without driving each other crazy.

If you’ve ever felt like your past mistakes disqualify you from a great future, or if you’re sitting on a story you’re scared to share – this episode is your permission slip to let it out.

Listen now and let’s get real.

• Get on the list for book updates so you don’t miss any of the fun: www.200percentmarriage/intheloop

• Marriage + Business Strategy Session: https://200percentmarriage.com/strategycall

• Infinite Relationship Mastermind: https://the200percentmarriage.com/irmapplication

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meredithandcraig/

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithandcraig/

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Daniela & Emilio Roman Resources: www.borntorisk.com

www.emilioroman.com

Road of Life Podcast Episode 111:

What if I told you the secret to a 42-year thriving marriage was having an affair?

(Don’t panic - it’s with her husband. I promise.)

In this episode, we’re hanging out with the absolute powerhouse that is Margie Dunki-Jacobs. She dropped some bombs that had us picking our jaws up off the floor - including how she and her husband reignited their relationship by pretending they were sneaking around.

But that’s just the tip of the iceberg.

Margie is the definition of living life on your own terms. She walked away from a 46-year life in Vermont, looked at her husband, and basically said, “I’m going. You coming?”

She ditched the corporate ladder, shredded the “go to college, get a good job, die quietly” script, and built a kickass life and business by design.

We dive deep into the good stuff, like:

• ✨ The Expectation Trap: Why releasing expectations might just be the most liberating thing you do for your love life (and your sanity).
• ✨ Getting Unstuck: How to stop obsessing over the whole road and just ask, “What’s the next right step?”

• ✨ The Shared North Star: How to make sure you’re rowing the boat in the same direction, rather than just being roommates who share a Netflix password.

This isn’t just a sweet success story. It’s a masterclass in courageous living. Whether you feel like you’re stuck in a rut, or you’re just tired of following everyone else’s rules, Margie’s wisdom is the permission slip you didn’t know you needed.

Small hinges swing big doors, and this episode is a massive hinge.

P.S. Are you ready to change your relationship? Get on the list for updates about our upcoming book, The 200% Marriage, launching in January 2026! (Link in the show notes!)

• Get on the list for book updates so you don’t miss any of the fun: www.200percentmarriage/intheloop

• Marriage + Business Strategy Session: https://200percentmarriage.com/strategycall

• Infinite Relationship Mastermind: https://the200percentmarriage.com/irmapplication

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meredithandcraig/

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithandcraig/

Margi Dunki-Jacobs Resources:

• margie@margiedunki.com
• https://www.instagram.com/margiedunki/
• https://www.facebook.com/margie.dunkijacobs/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/margie-dunki-jacobs-speaker-bestselling-author-retreat-leader-5244931/
• https://mentormemdj.com/

This week, we're serving up a special episode dedicated to Turkey Talk and the unstoppable, life-changing power of Gratitude.

Since we're Canadian (Happy American Thanksgiving, by the way!), we get to double-dip on this fantastic holiday, which naturally makes it one of our favourites! (In Canada, there’s a “u” in favourite). More pie, more football (which the you Americans definitely do better), and two chances to revel in the magic gratitude vibes.

We’re even experimenting with brining our turkey this year – HUGE shout out to the hilarious @aryahungry_!

🔑 Takeaway: You Can't Be Grateful and Angry at the Same Time!

We share an awesome gratitude hack inspired by a recent podcast interview: You simply can't hold gratitude and frustration/anger/anxiety in your mind simultaneously. If something sh!tty happens (like getting pulled over for speeding), immediately get creative and find a reason - any reason - to be grateful for it. It instantly pulls you out of that negative spiral.

❤️ Our ROL Gratitude List: What We're Thankful For This Year

We got vulnerable and shared some of the things we're genuinely stoked about this year. Here’s a peek at what's fueling our fire:

• Ourselves, Each Other, and Our Relationship We're starting with the source! Grateful for the hard work that allows us to show up as the best versions of ourselves.
• Our Health and Vitality We're in the best shape of our lives in our mid-40s. Shout out to TFP FIT, their 8-Week Transformation and the incredible community that came with it!
• We Wrote a Damn Book! Our game-changing relationship guide, The 200% Marriage, is launching in January 2026. Get on the list for updates, behind-the-scenes stories, and all the inappropriate bits that didn't make the final cut (not really - they just didn't flow!)!

🌟 Your Challenge: Get Creative with Gratitude

Before you go, we want to know: What are you grateful for? Drop us a comment or just take a few intentional moments today to think about and list all the cool things in your life. Remember, the energy of gratitude is unstoppable, and it will fundamentally change how you experience your whole life.

P.S. Ready to change your relationship? Get on the list for our book, The 200% Marriage, launching in January 2026! (Link in the show notes!)

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Road of Life Coaching Resources with Meredith & Craig:

Get on the list for book updates so you don’t miss any of the fun: www.200percentmarriage/intheloop

Marriage + Business Strategy Session: https://200percentmarriage.com/strategycall

Infinite Relationship Mastermind: https://roadoflifecoaching.com/work-with-us

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meredithandcraig/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithandcraig/