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Welcome to the "Do You Take This Man?" podcast by Men's Vows, co-hosted by Eduardo Braniff and Sam Ervin. In this podcast, our guests discuss stories of "for better" and "for worse" from men doing their best to navigate the seas of gay romance and relationships. We belong to a fantastic team of dedicated gay men creating the popular wedding and lifestyle blog Men's Vows. Join us as we discuss the real highs and lows, ins and outs, and do’s and dont’s of gay relationships, and laugh plenty al ...
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On today’s episode of Do You Take This Man? soon-to-be-married couple, Steven and Ryan share their story as bisexual polyamorous man and trans man who found in each other, the one. And, if there is one thing that this episode will teach is that vulnerability, negotiation, honesty and communication are the bedrocks of every relationship. We have a l…
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On this episode of Do You Take This Man? we are talking vows. And ceremonies. And toasts. Because there is nothing more essential to making your wedding unique than the words you share at it. We are joined by Steven Greitzer, founder of Provenance, the online service dedicated to helping you find what to say when you walk down the aisle and raise a…
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On this episode of Do You Take This Man?, we raise a glass to veteran and vintner, Brad and his husband and chef, Danny. We learn how they are building both a marriage and a winery together. Hear how they are "rare birds" in the rare world of winemaking, both as one of the few gay couples in the industry and as winemakers who strip back the pretens…
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When it comes to relationship advice, one might not turn to a reality-star-turned-OnlyFans-star for guidance. But our conversation with Bruno—the breakout star of Season 5 of Below Deck and one of OnlyFans biggest content creators—revealed just how much wisdom a life lived while the cameras are on can share with those of us living life in a relatio…
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In this episode, we meet three men—Daniel, Caleb, and Will—who have been in a throuple for the past five years. They tell their story about becoming a throuple, connecting to other throuples in the community, and how they're helping evolve our understanding of relationships. We discuss communication, sex, and common misperceptions of throuples. Fol…
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Welcome host Eduardo Braniff to the "Do You Take This Man?" podcast! In this episode, Eduardo introduces us to his dear friends Jay and Mason. They discuss their marriage, both before and after it was legally recognized, and talk about how we are challenging the institution of marriage to evolve. Mason is also the founder of OUTWORDS, an organizati…
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Bailey and Eron join the "Do You Take This Man?" podcast to share about their experiences as out gay active duty military service members. We talk about the stereotypes of each branch of the military (Which one has the most gays?) and get a glimpse into their lives as new dads. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/doyoutakethismanpodcast/sup…
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Husbands and fathers Brian and Ty tell us how it takes a village to bring a child into the world. We talk about how they knew they were ready to become dads, what was important during the surrogacy process, and how life has changed since they became parents. Hear about Brian & Ty's unique special relationship with their surrogate and about the twis…
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Husbands-to-be John and Alex are Americans living in Shanghai. We talk about the little daily challenges they face as a couple while living in a foreign country and how their experience abroad shapes their relationship. They tell us about their unique perspective on weddings: they're more than just a party... planning a wedding grants us a glimpse …
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Elle Magazine says that today's guest "sounds how I imagine a warm shortbread cookie might talk if it came to life." What a treat for us all! The lovable Coinneach MacLeod is a TikTok sensation and now the published author of The Hebridean Baker: Recipes and Wee Stories from the Scottish Islands. Journey with Sam and Coinneach to the Scottish Islan…
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Richard Dusseau, co-founder of Men's Vows, returns to "Do You Take This Man?" to answer some frequently asked questions about the Men's Vows Wedding Directory. We talk about how weddings have changed in recent years to be more inclusive and how the industry will continue to evolve. Hear how the Men's Vows team is doing its part to support groom-fri…
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James offers a unique perspective on parenthood as he is the father to two children. His daughter was born into a heterosexual marriage in the 1990s, and his son was born in 2020 with two fathers. James opens up about the details of the surrogate process and the effects of a miscarriage. We daydream about what the next generation has to look forwar…
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In Part Two of the conversation between the host (Sam) and his boyfriend (Zack) we explore the reasons why we think we work as a couple. We address the fear of change as relationships get serious and how to shift your mindset to manage that fear. Zack’s grandma comes up on multiple occasions in this conversation, so it’s clear how much he values re…
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This episode's guest is none other than the boyfriend (Zack) of the host (Sam). We find out how Zack truly feels about surprises and hear the origin story of their relationship—and the origin story of this podcast. Zack tells us what it was like meeting Sam's family for the first time. We talk about the keys to a healthy relationship and get honest…
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We were hungry for more from some of our favorite episodes of "Do You Take This Man?" These are the deleted scenes from episodes with Will & James, Chris & Clay, Marcelino & Edwin, Samuel Anthony, and Bryan & Chris. Included are questions from Sam's two favorite ways to get people talking about relationships: Eight Dates: Essential Conversations fo…
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Join expert wedding planners from around the United States in this panel discussion on inclusivity. Jason Mitchell Kahn, the resident Men's Vows wedding expert, hosts the discussion. He's joined by Christina and Adam of Dos Goats Plans (Minneapolis) and Julian of Julian Leaver Events (Dallas). Hear how these planners create unforgettable experience…
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We congratulate McCae and Ike on their engagement as we hear the hot tub proposal story, and we stand firm with the grooms-to-be in the face of discrimination. Listen to the couple talk about what it was like to be turned down by a local wedding venue. Hear them describe the reaction of the community and what that means for their future. Help us sh…
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Husbands and hosts of the Real House Husbands podcast Tim and Rod were the winners of The Amazing Race in Australia. We talk about Pride Parties, gay dating in Australia, and responding to negative comments online. Tim and Rod share how the stay confident and support each other. Follow Tim & Rod on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timandrod/ Li…
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Whether your dream vacation involves a hike through the national parks of Moab, Utah, a surprisingly delightful river cruise through Europe, or a foray into the ancient world of Egypt, we’re regaining our ability to travel the world alongside our loved ones. Join Richard and Jennifer as they discuss all that travel has to offer and why you should i…
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Jason and Sam team up to interview Jake Cohen, a "nice Jewish boy who loves food." Jake talks about how he celebrates the diversity in what it means to be Jewish, including the way food can represent the blending of cultures. We love asking about how Jake (a trained chef) and his husband (a pianist) work together in the kitchen. The conversation ge…
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Listen to Will and James share how they prepared as a couple to work together to win The Amazing Race. Hear how they kept the true story of the proposal a secret for over a year. They tell us what they learned about each other through the experience of a reality TV show and discuss how to have a healthy sense of competitiveness in a relationship. T…
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As the title of his album would suggest, Hayden brings something "Different" to the modern country music scene. He tells us about living in places like New York City and San Francisco after growing up in South Carolina, after finally settling in Nashville to pursue a career in music. We talk about long distance relationships, inclusivity in the cou…
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You've seen them before on mensvows.com; now we peel back the curtain with Chris and Clay. They talk us through the behind-the-scenes of their flash mob proposal and surprise wedding choreography (spoiler alert... it was only a surprise for ONE person!). Join us as we take the scenic route to their Palm Springs destination wedding, exploring the fa…
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It's a crazy time to plan a wedding... especially when travel is involved! Have no fear, Kimberly (President & Owner, Valerie Wilson Travel) and Jason (Celebrity Wedding Planner, Men's Vows) walk us through wedding and travel planning in 2021. If you are planning a wedding, postponed a wedding, or have been invited to attend a wedding this year, th…
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Sam and Sam talk about living your life in a way that's right for you, rather than the way you think you're "supposed to." We talk about Samuel's intimate wedding and being true to yourself. Samuel tells us about meeting his husband in an elevator in Las Vegas and how his friends recreated the elevator story à la "Drunk History." Follow Samuel on I…
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As talented as gay men are, we can't make babies without a little help from our female friends. Even if you aced your high school sex ed class, there's still something to learn about the egg donors, surrogates, and case workers that make it possible for men to have biological children. Bryan and Chris walk us step by step through their surrogacy jo…
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Husbands Marcelino & Edwin tell us about how their proposal didn't go as originally planned, but in the end was really sweet. Hear how they planned a cheer routine with their enormous wedding party. The guys tell us how they legally changed their last name by combining their family names into one. We talk about introducing your gay boyfriend to you…
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Trailblazers and Broadway stars Bret & Stephen have been married since 2011. Sam seizes the opportunity to make a closet confession about his Broadway dreams. Hear us talk about the importance of authenticity in your relationship with yourself and your significant other. We talk about Les Mis, sobriety, and high school PE class. Check out the Broad…
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Hear about the wedding of John & David and when they realized they were in trouble with debt. Sam asks about their wedding bands and how they chose them. John & David admit what it's like to feel the pressure to act like you have more money that you do, and tell us how they help people get control of their spending. In any relationship, communicati…
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Zac kicks things off telling us about his creative idea for an anniversary gift. We hear how the couple met at San Diego Pride while Jordan was representing the United States Marine Corps in the Military Contingent. Sam is curious to hear how they prepared for a destination proposal. Jordan and Zac include all the messy details about the proposal, …
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Eduardo Braniff is the Editor in Chief and co-founder of Men’s Vows. He’s been a guest at over 150 weddings and tells us about the most memorable ones he’s experienced. Listen to him talk about ginormous Mexican weddings, the number one piece of advice for giving toasts, and what it means to have an indulgent wedding. Sam tests Eduardo’s knowledge …
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Jason is the author of Getting Groomed: The Ultimate Wedding Planner for Gay Grooms and was named one of Brides Magazine's Best Planners. Having witnessed as many weddings as he has, he brings a unique perspective to the meaning of marriage. Listen to Jason and Sam discuss the difficult questions of when to begin—or end—a marriage. Jason tells us a…
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Carson is an advocate, coach, and public speaker in New York City. Hear how he coaches people to understand the narrative they write for themselves—and how to rewrite that narrative. Sam learns the meaning of the word ontology and wonders if he is outsourcing his self worth. Carson tells us about how he and his boyfriend didn’t allow the lack of ac…
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Lawrence and Alex dive back in for Part Two. We start by hearing about the book that they read together. Listen to the couple talk about how they met each others’ families and an interesting idea about the commonalities between a man from the American South and a man from the United Kingdom. Lawrence and Alex share some of the questions they get as…
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The conversation is off to a rocky start as Sam’s younger brother Lawrence tries taking over the hosting of the show. While the brothers catch a case of the giggles, Lawrence’s boyfriend Alex tells us about how they met. Hear Alex’s advice for first dates and why he reminded Lawrence of Indiana Jones. Sam and Lawrence talk about growing up together…
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Husbands Jack & Greg recently celebrated their 36th anniversary as a couple, but were together for 30 years before they married. They were the first couple to be married in the state of Colorado using the Episcopalian wedding ceremony written for same-sex couples—a ceremony that Jack helped to write. Hear how they organized forums for LGBTQ people …
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Jonathan and Thomas of @daddyandpapa tell us how they became dads. We hear what parenting is like with two dads having daughters. One sibling’s kitchen misadventure ensues when Daddy and Papa come home with a new baby. They tell us what it feels like when people assume they aren’t the dads to their kids. Hear how they built their partnership while …
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You know Chris and Ian. They’re the funniest couple on social media. They were an overnight sensation and now have literally millions of fans, called “Bloomers.” Hear how they managed a bi-coastal relationship before moving in during quarantine. They explain each other’s generational idiosyncrasies in texting, play a word association game, and disc…
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Get to know fiancés Andrew and Ross, friends of Sam, as we chat over a few glasses of Aldi rosé. Hear how they managed a long distance relationship for several years before getting engaged and moving in together. Once again, another novel idea for a new dating app emerges. We learn why watching Netflix together isn’t in the cards for these two and …
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Carlos is an entrepreneur and activist in New York City, but sits with Sam during his visit Denver to explore the Rocky Mountains. We bond over mutual love of the outdoors and disconnecting from busy lifestyles. Carlos tells us what it was like growing up in a Catholic community in Spain. Sam does his best to flatter Carlos with compliments on his …
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Luke and Sam talk dating strategies, including knowing when and how to cut things off. Sam gets a tour of Luke’s New York City apartment. Luke tells us how his last relationship ended and how the new one began. We wonder if there’s such thing as “alphas” and “betas” in most relationships. Despite being in an older generation, Sam tries (and fails) …
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Michael and Matt tell Sam he isn’t allowed to ask them about themselves, but Sam does it anyway. They tell us about sharing their lives on social media and how they met via their coming out videos on YouTube. Creativity abounds as we think of new ideas for dating apps. Sam is fooled by exceptional Photoshop skills during one of Matt and Michael’s t…
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Husbands Richard and Steve tell us about what made their Santa Fe wedding special for them and their guests. Hear how they (unintentionally) upstaged Beyoncé’s sister in the New York Times and managed a wedding ceremony without chairs. We talk about the keys to a successful marriage, the importance of the word ‘husband,’ and laugh at Richard’s alle…
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Ever since marriage equality was legalized in the United States, the popular blog Men's Vows has been celebrating the stories of men who marry. Now, the creative team behind Men's Vows is pulling back the curtain on what happens after you say "I do." In this series you'll hear stories of gay relationships from men who are doing their best to find—a…
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