The Urban Therapist
The Urban Therapist
"After the Storm" - Interview with Dr. Derrick Smith
"After the Storm" - Interview with Dr. Derrick Smith
"After the Storm" - Interview with Dr. Derrick Smith
Saturday 24th January 2026
Join Eddie G. Hall Jr. and Dr. Derrick Smith as they discuss marriage dynamics and surviving relationship storms with humour and real-life insights.
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Get the buttons here!Surviving Marital Storms: Insights from Dr. Derrick Smith
Episode Overview
- Communication is key to avoiding marital drift.
- Unaddressed patterns can lead to relationship breakdown.
- Friendship is crucial for a strong marriage.
- Clarity about goals is more important than commitment alone.
- Small unresolved issues can erode relationships over time.
"Most marriages don't fail from explosion; they fail from erosion."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this engaging episode of The Urban Therapist Podcast, host Eddie G. Hall, Jr. welcomes Dr. Derrick Smith, a marriage and family specialist, to discuss the complexities of relationships and marriage. Dr. Smith brings his expertise on long-term African-American marriages and shares insights from his book, "After the Storm," which focuses on how real couples survive the pitfalls of marriage. With a blend of research, faith, and real-life relationships, Dr.
Smith sheds light on the common patterns that lead to marital drift and how couples can address these issues before they become insurmountable. Throughout the episode, Eddie and Dr. Smith explore the importance of communication, friendship, and intentional effort in maintaining a healthy marriage. They discuss the concept of "roommate syndrome," where couples drift apart due to unaddressed patterns and small hurts that never get named. Dr.
Smith emphasises the need for clarity in relationships, stating that it's not just about commitment but understanding who you are as a couple and where you're headed together. Listeners will find themselves nodding along as Dr. Smith talks about the importance of keeping conversations honest and addressing the emotional presence needed to weather marital storms. The episode is peppered with humour and real-life anecdotes, making it both informative and relatable.
Whether you're navigating the challenges of a new relationship or looking to strengthen an existing one, this episode offers valuable insights into what it takes to make a marriage work in today's world. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation that promises to leave you with plenty to ponder about your own relationships.