In this heartwarming episode of DOTTIE’s House, Arvia sits down with newlyweds Sydney and Phil Edwards, a couple whose love story began on the campuses of Spelman College and Morehouse College. From freshman year to forever, their journey is a testament to patience, growth, and choosing each o...

From Different Worlds to One Love: Samantha & Durelle BaileySamantha and Durelle Bailey’s love story began in an unexpected place, Instagram DMs long before it was the norm. She was raised in Nova Scotia in a loving, two-parent home; he grew up in Florida facing instability and hard...

In this deeply personal solo episode, Arvia opens up about the moments that shaped her marriage, her resilience, and her gratitude for partnership.Just one year into marriage and pregnant with her daughter, Bradlee, Arvia’s father came to live with her and Jason after being d...

In this deeply moving conversation, Gena and Mathew Knowles open up about their 12-year marriage, a relationship built on love, resilience, and intentional growth.Gena and Mathew met in Houston, where their journey began. Over the past 12 years, their marriage has blossomed i...

In this inspiring and transparent episode of DOTTIE’s House Podcast, I sit down with Stephanie and Floyd Rance, the powerhouse couple behind the iconic Run&Shoot Filmworks Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival (MVAAFF).Married for 28 years, Stephanie and Floyd ...

What happens when you give love a second chance, leave behind the traditional lifestyle, and choose to live life fully on the road? In this episode, Arvia sits down, quite literally at her kitchen island, with Lisa and Marty Middleton for one of the most raw, open, and authentic conversations ...

In this episode of DOTTIE’s House, we sit down with Jennifer and Sekou Kaalund, who met in high school, started dating in college, and have built nearly 25 years of marriage rooted in communication and friendship.Jennifer, a Ph.D. and professor of re...

In this inspiring episode, Arvia welcomes Danielle and Ryan Williams, a true power couple making waves in both business and life. Married nearly five years, Danielle and Ryan share a unique journey that began as summer interns in New York City, blossomed through their time at Yale and Harvard,...

In this episode of DOTTIE’s House, Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III and First Lady Monica Moss open up about their marriage journey, sharing the lessons, the love, and the challenges that come with building a life together.They’ve been married for nearly 31 years, after meeting their f...

In this episode, we're delighted to introduce a remarkable couple, Jara and Trey Poindexter, whose journey together is as inspiring as it is enlightening. Married for nearly four years, Jara and Trey have cultivated a relationship that many admire, building a beautiful life in Houston, Texas, ...