Ep 5. Jazmine and Reggie: The Preachers Wife to Be
- February 8, 2020
- 41 min
Jazmine and Reggie are a couple preparing for their upcoming wedding, and their families couldn't be more different. Jazmine's family is more conservative and religious, with her father being a preacher, while Reggie's family is more liberal and laid-back. The two families clash over everything, from wedding planning to their different lifestyles.
The couple is determined to make their relationship work, but they know they need to tackle these differences before they say "I do." Enter the show's host, Tracy McMillan, who helps guide them through a three-day retreat where they will work with their families to address their issues head-on.
Throughout the retreat, Jazmine and Reggie's families are forced to confront their individual biases and confront the beliefs that are driving their conflict. They participate in a variety of exercises that are designed to help them listen and communicate more effectively, and they ultimately begin to understand where each person is coming from.
One exercise in particular involves a "privilege walk," where each family member walks forward or backward depending on whether or not certain statements apply to them. This exercise highlights the differences in each family's experiences and helps to explain why they have such different beliefs.
Even with all of the work they are doing, there are still moments of tension and conflict between the families. Jazmine's father, in particular, struggles to accept Reggie's lifestyle and beliefs, leading to some intense conversations and emotional moments.
As the retreat comes to a close, both Jazmine and Reggie's families have made progress in understanding each other. They are able to compromise on aspects of the wedding planning and are even able to find common ground in some areas.
Ultimately, Jazmine and Reggie are able to leave the retreat feeling more confident in their love for each other and their ability to navigate their differences moving forward. The show highlights the importance of communication and understanding in any relationship, especially one that involves two families with vastly different beliefs and lifestyles.
