Laughing Our Way (Guests: David & Tamela Mann)

Laughing Our Way (Guests: David & Tamela Mann)

From Dear Future Wifey by Laterras R. Whitfield

March 11, 2026 · 1h 11m · Season 11 · Episode 11

About this episode

Laterras Whitfield converses with David and Tamela Mann about their enduring marriage, faith, and the importance of support and laughter in relationships.

In this unforgettable episode of Dear Future Wifey, Laterras Whitfield sits down with gospel music icons, actors, and beloved husband-and-wife duo David Mann and Tamela Mann for a powerful conversation about love, faith, and the journey of building a marriage that lasts.   David and Tamela reflect on the early days of their love story, including how they met while David was performing in a trio with Kirk Franklin. What began as a musical connection eventually led to years of traveling the world together while touring with Kirk Franklin and serving in ministry through music.   Throughout the conversation, the couple shares candid moments from their decades-long marriage—discussing the importance of faith, laughter, and choosing each other through every season. David also opens up about his mental health struggles, offering an honest look at the battles he has faced and the role Tamela’s love and support have played in his healing journey.   Tamela, in turn, speaks about what it means to stand beside your spouse through difficult seasons, while David proudly expresses how he remains her biggest fan, celebrating her gifts, her success, and the woman she…

People in this episode

Host: Laterras Whitfield

Guests: David Mann, Tamela Mann

Topics covered

  • love
  • faith
  • marriage
  • mental health
  • partnership
  • support

Keywords

  • marriage
  • faith
  • love story
  • mental health
  • support
  • partnership
  • gospel music

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Kirk Franklin

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