Episodes 390
Avg. Duration 40m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.9 (1,890)
Since Nov 2020
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Every Few Days
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Episodic
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58%
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About This Podcast

Welcome to the Raising Boys and Girls Podcast with Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan. In each episode of this podcast, we’ll share some of what we’re learning in the work we do with kids and families on a daily basis at Daystar Counseling Ministries. Our goal is to help you care for the kids in your life with a little more understanding, a little more practical help, and a whole lot of hope. So pull up a chair and join us on this journey of raising boys and girls. Connect with us at raisingboysandgirls.com.

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Recent Episodes

Episode 383: An Honest Conversation about Fathers and Sons with Scott and Randy Hearon

Jun 11, 2026 59m

Sissy Goff and David Thomas sit down with father and son Randy and Scott Hearon for a deeply honest conversation about the father-son relationship. Through stories spanning childhood, adolescence,…

Episode 382: Capable Connections: Fathers and Sons

Jun 09, 2026 32m

In episode 382, Sissy Goff and David Thomas continue their Capable Connections series by exploring the unique relationship between fathers and sons. They discuss how fatherhood shapes both men and…

Episode 381: Where Commitment Meets Capability with Shawn Johnson and Andrew East

Jun 04, 2026 55m

In this episode, Shawn Johnson East and Andrew East discuss the importance of commitment, resilience, and raising capable kids. Drawing from their experiences as elite athletes and parents, they…

Episode 380: An Honest Conversation about Mothers and Daughters with Haven Weits and Lisa Whelchel

Jun 02, 2026 1h 9m

Lisa Whelchel and Haven Weits share a rich and honest conversation about raising capable kids, cultivating independence, and building a strong mother-daughter relationship that lasts into adulthood.…

Episode 379: Capable Connections: Mothers and Daughters with David and Sissy

May 28, 2026 26m

This Episode explores the powerful and often complicated relationship between mothers and daughters, highlighting how deeply girls are shaped by their moms’ words, reactions, and emotional health.…

Episode 378: Learning to Fail, Trusting God and Trick Shots with Dude Perfect

May 26, 2026 41m

This episode features an engaging conversation with Dude Perfect members Cory Cotton and Garrett Hilbert about friendship, faith, perseverance, and raising resilient kids. Joined by Sissy Goff, David…

Episode 377: The Power of Family and Staying Connected Through Adulthood with Dr. Kathy Koch

May 21, 2026 36m

Dr. Kathy Koch joins Sissy Goff and David Thomas to discuss the growing challenges facing today’s young adults and families, especially around resilience, identity, technology, and relationships…

Episode 376: Helping Teenagers and Young Adults Find Their True Identity and Capabilities with Alena Pitts Franklin

May 19, 2026 36m

In this episode, Alena Pitts Franklin shares how grief, faith, and family shaped her understanding of capability and identity. She reflects on her early acting role in War Room, the loss of her…

Episode 375: Capable the Young Adult Years with David and Sissy

May 14, 2026 22m

In this episode, Sissy Goff and David Thomas discuss the growing challenges many young adults face, including entitlement, emotional fragility, difficulty handling feedback, and struggles with…

Episode 374: The Cornerstone of Resilience and Capability with Dr. Ken Ginsburg

May 12, 2026 38m

In this episode of the Raising Boys and Girls podcast, Dr. Ken Ginsburg explains that resilience is built through strong, loving relationships and introduces his “7 Cs” of resilience: confidence,…

Episode 373: Capable the High School Years with David and Sissy

May 07, 2026 25m

This conversation highlights a growing “capability gap” in teens, where some, often girls, are overwhelmed by pressure and perfectionism while others, often boys, are disengaged and avoidant. David…

Episode 372: When to Push and When to Pull Back in the Middle School Years with Dr. Lisa Damour

May 05, 2026 45m

Dr. Lisa Damour explains that resilience comes from learning to handle discomfort, not avoiding it, and reminds parents that mental health isn’t about always feeling happy. Especially in the middle…

Episode 371: Capable the Middle School Years with David and Sissy

Apr 30, 2026 21m

Middle school is a crucial but often overlooked stage where kids need practice, not perfection, as they navigate social disconnection, increased screen use, and deep self-consciousness. By creating…

Episode 370: From Trauma to Regulation to Resilience with Neurobiologist Dr. Bruce Perry

Apr 28, 2026 50m

Dr. Bruce Perry unpacks the difference between stress, adversity, and trauma, helping parents shift from asking “what’s wrong with you?” to “what happened to you?” He explains how moderate,…

Episode 369: Capable the Elementary Years with David and Sissy

Apr 23, 2026 27m

Elementary school is a critical window where kids begin asking, “Am I capable?” and moments of struggle, not success, are what build that belief. Anxiety, anger, lack of regulation, and low agency…

Episode 368: Building Independence and Resilience in Toddlers with Zee Pendleton and Angela Rice

Apr 21, 2026 43m

Zee Pendleton and Angela Rice talk about how kids today are dealing with more anxiety, screen time, and big emotions, and remind us that raising capable, confident kids really comes back to the…

Episode 367: Capable the Toddler Years with David and Sissy

Apr 16, 2026 21m

Toddlers’ “I do it myself” moments aren’t defiance, they’re signs of healthy development and a deep drive for autonomy. When parents pause before stepping in, allow struggle, and offer both empathy…

Episode 366: Helping Boys Become Capable Men with Sherman Bucher

Apr 14, 2026 38m

Sherman Bucher shares that while boys today are more open to getting help, many are also more anxious, less confident, and unsure how to take their next steps. He highlights the impact of online…

Episode 365: Boys' Challenges to Capability with David and Sissy

Apr 09, 2026 26m

This episode highlights how boys develop true capability by practicing risk, emotional regulation, and perseverance in everyday moments. David and Sissy explain that modern life often removes these…

Episode 364: Helping Girls Feel Ready and Capable in Today’s World with Kari Kampakis

Apr 07, 2026 37m

Kari Kampakis shares why today’s girls need both grace and grit—the ability to stay kind while also developing strength and resilience. She encourages parents to help their daughters build…

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