For the 21st episode of season 4, your fearless triad – Courtney Kocak, Sofiya Alexandra & Dave Rankin – is thrilled to welcome power couple Reza Aslan (religion scholar & author of God, Zealot & more) & Jessica Jackley (co-founder of microlending company Kiva.org & author of Clay Water Brick).

First: The triad talks about women still being defined by their attachment to a man despite advances in gender equality & the decision whether or not to change your last name.   Then: Reza & Jessica open up about being introduced via email, their TED Talk "Higher Love," raising boys with consent culture, challenging previous relationships, serial monogamy, dating after a sexless relationship, sowing wild oats, Reza's 1st three trigger-happy engagements, Jessica's post-divorce Eat Pray Love phase, realizing they wanted to commit to each other, getting pregnant right away, their surprise wedding (to the 3rd power), marriage counseling, being an interfaith couple, fostering a multifaith family, the distinction between religion & faith, traveling around the world with their kids & how they talk to their kids about sex & sexuality (hot tip: get the book It's So Amazing! by Robie H. Harris to start the conversation).   This episode is brought to you by Solmar Hotels & Resorts. Check out solmar.com for booking & more information!   For more Reza Aslan & Jessica Jackley:

• Watch their TED Talk "Higher Love"
• Read their blog Around the World in 80-ish Days
• Check out Reza's website
• Check out Jessica's website
• Follow Reza on Twitter @rezaslan
• Follow Jessica on Twitter @jessicajackley

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