Dear Future Wifey

The State of Dating (Guests: Pastor Jamaal Bernard, Daryl Richardson Kenyatta Solomon, Jamice Vickers)

Dating has changed—but has the Church changed with it? In a culture shaped by dating apps, social media, shifting gender expectations, hookup culture, delayed marriage, and an increasing distrust between men and women, Christian singles are navigating a dating landscape unlike any generation before them. "State of Dating" is a candid panel discussion hosted at Christian Cultural Center that brings together diverse voices for an unfiltered conversation about what it means to date, build relationships, and pursue marriage while maintaining Christian values in today's culture. The panel explores some of the questions many singles are already asking: Why does dating feel so difficult? Are our standards helping us or hurting us? Where are the marriage-minded men and women? Has the Church adequately prepared singles for healthy relationships? And how do faith, attraction, purpose, finances, sex, gender roles, healing, and expectations intersect when choosing a spouse? Rather than offering clichés or telling singles simply to "wait on God," this conversation will address the real tensions facing Christian singles and create space for honest dialogue between men and women. It's time for the Church to talk about dating the way people are actually experiencing it. Welcome to "The State of Dating". CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST https://www.instagram.com/jamaalbernardsr https://www.instagram.com/dar7rich CONNECT WITH OUR HOSTS https://www.instagram.com/laterrasrwhitfield https://www.instagram.com/ashleyrwhitfield ORDER LATERRAS R. WHITFIELD'S NEW BOOK "STUDENT OF LOVE" https://www.StudentofLove.com WANNA SEE BEHIND-THE-SCENES FOOTAGE? JOIN MY PATREON https://www.Patreon.com/laterrasrwhitfield SIGN UP FOR THE MAILING LIST https://bit.ly/LRWconnection PURCHASE "YOU (Dear Future Wifey)" Theme Song http://itunes.apple.com/album/id/1729993404 👑 SUPPORT OUR CAUSE Donate to Kingdom Royale: Empowering foster kids to become royalty: https://www.KingdomRoyale.com 👕 MERCH https://www.DearFutureWifey.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Love Beyond The Cameras (Guests: Charity Lawson & Dotun Olubeko)

One of reality television's most celebrated love stories, "The Bachelorette's" Charity Lawson and Dotun Olubeko join Dear Future Wifey for a candid conversation that goes far beyond the cameras. Recorded live at the Christian Cultural Center in Brooklyn, NY, the couple opens up about what it really takes to build a relationship after the final rose. From navigating a highly public engagement to choosing growth over pressure, Charity and Dotun share why they intentionally extended their engagement, the role therapy has played in strengthening their relationship, and how they've learned to prioritize a lasting marriage over public expectations. They also reflect on the unique challenges of finding love on reality TV and whether modern dating has become more about entertainment than genuine connection. CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST https://www.instagram.com/charitylawson https://www.instagram.com/dotunolubeko CONNECT WITH OUR HOSTS https://www.instagram.com/laterrasrwhitfield https://www.instagram.com/ashleyrwhitfield ORDER LATERRAS R. WHITFIELD'S NEW BOOK "STUDENT OF LOVE" https://www.StudentofLove.com WANNA SEE BEHIND-THE-SCENES FOOTAGE? JOIN MY PATREON https://www.Patreon.com/laterrasrwhitfield SIGN UP FOR THE MAILING LIST https://bit.ly/LRWconnection PURCHASE "YOU (Dear Future Wifey)" Theme Song http://itunes.apple.com/album/id/1729993404 👑 SUPPORT OUR CAUSE Donate to Kingdom Royale: Empowering foster kids to become royalty: https://www.KingdomRoyale.com 👕 MERCH https://www.DearFutureWifey.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Making of A Husband (Guest: Sarkie Ampim)

Recorded live at Christian Cultural Center in Brooklyn, New York, this unforgettable conversation with Sarkie Ampim peels back the layers of his heart. For months, many people formed opinions about Sarkie based on viral clips and social media debates. But in this candid live interview, he addresses many of the false assumptions people have made about him, revealing the man behind the microphone. With honesty and vulnerability, Sarkie opens up about the painful ending of his last relationship and the healing journey that followed. He reflects on the lessons, growth, accountability, and emotional work that have reshaped his perspective on love, relationships, and what it truly means to become a husband. This isn't just a conversation about dating—it's a masterclass on emotional maturity, self-awareness, and transformation. Whether you've agreed with Sarkie in the past or questioned his viewpoints, you'll walk away with a deeper understanding of the experiences that helped shape the man he is today. If you've ever wondered what it looks like when a man chooses healing over hiding, this episode is for you. You'll be shocked to hear a man share his heart like this. CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST https://www.instagram.com/sarkieampim CONNECT WITH OUR HOSTS https://www.instagram.com/laterrasrwhitfield https://www.instagram.com/ashleyrwhitfield ORDER LATERRAS R. WHITFIELD'S NEW BOOK "STUDENT OF LOVE" https://www.StudentofLove.com WANNA SEE BEHIND-THE-SCENES FOOTAGE? JOIN MY PATREON https://www.Patreon.com/laterrasrwhitfield SIGN UP FOR THE MAILING LIST https://bit.ly/LRWconnection PURCHASE "YOU (Dear Future Wifey)" Theme Song http://itunes.apple.com/album/id/1729993404 👑 SUPPORT OUR CAUSE Donate to Kingdom Royale: Empowering foster kids to become royalty: https://www.KingdomRoyale.com 👕 MERCH https://www.DearFutureWifey.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I'm Worthy of Love (Guests; Dayron & Whitney Owens)

What happens when you believe you're too broken, too flawed, or too unworthy to be loved? And what happens when love finally arrives, but fear won't let you fully embrace it? In this powerful episode of "Dear Future Wifey", Laterras and Ashley R. Whitfield sit down with Dayron and Whitney Owens (Day & Whit) for an honest conversation about healing, trust, and building a blended family God's way. Whitney opens up about the emotional weight of being a single mother and the internal struggle of making room for another man to step into her son's life. After carrying the responsibility of motherhood alone for so long, surrendering that space wasn't easy. She shares how fear, protectiveness, and past experiences made it difficult to trust someone else with the role she had guarded for years. Dayron vulnerably reveals his own battle with feeling undeserving of love and how those deep-rooted insecurities nearly prevented him from embracing the relationship God had for him. Together, they discuss how confronting feelings of unworthiness, extending grace, and choosing vulnerability transformed not only their relationship but their family. If you've ever questioned your value, struggled to trust after heartbreak, or wondered how to successfully blend love and parenthood, this conversation will remind you that healing often begins where fear ends. This is a story of redemption, restoration, and discovering that the love you've been praying for may require you to first believe you're worthy enough to receive it. CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST https://www.instagram.com/dayandwhit https://www.instagram.com/whitthevibes https://www.instagram.com/dayday_owens CONNECT WITH OUR HOSTS https://www.instagram.com/laterrasrwhitfield https://www.instagram.com/ashleyrwhitfield ORDER LATERRAS R. WHITFIELD'S NEW BOOK "STUDENT OF LOVE" https://www.StudentofLove.com WANNA SEE BEHIND-THE-SCENES FOOTAGE? JOIN MY PATREON https://www.Patreon.com/laterrasrwhitfield SIGN UP FOR THE MAILING LIST https://bit.ly/LRWconnection PURCHASE "YOU (Dear Future Wifey)" Theme Song http://itunes.apple.com/album/id/1729993404 👑 SUPPORT OUR CAUSE Donate to Kingdom Royale: Empowering foster kids to become royalty: https://www.KingdomRoyale.com 👕 MERCH https://www.DearFutureWifey.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vulnerability Built Us (Guests: Mondarius & Haley Black)

What happened next became a testimony of God's faithfulness. This conversation is filled with transparency, hope, healing, and proof that even after devastating loss, God still has the final word. If you've ever wrestled with commitment, endured heartbreak, or wondered whether God still performs miracles, this episode will strengthen your faith and remind you that your story isn't over. CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST https://www.instagram.com/beefingwiththeblacks https://www.instagram.com/callmecollins.hdc CONNECT WITH OUR HOSTS https://www.instagram.com/laterrasrwhitfield https://www.instagram.com/ashleyrwhitfield ORDER LATERRAS R. WHITFIELD'S NEW BOOK "STUDENT OF LOVE" https://www.StudentofLove.com SIGN UP FOR THE MAILING LIST https://bit.ly/LRWconnection PURCHASE "YOU (Dear Future Wifey)" Theme Song http://itunes.apple.com/album/id/1729993404 👑 SUPPORT OUR CAUSE Donate to Kingdom Royale: Empowering foster kids to become royalty: https://www.KingdomRoyale.com 👕 MERCH https://www.DearFutureWifey.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.