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Brett and Erin Kunkle
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Families Never Eat Together
In the rush of modern life, family dinner has become increasingly rare. Between work, sports, and endless activities, gathering around the table often falls to the bottom of the priority list. But…
What I Didn’t Expect About Mom Guilt
Moms, have you ever experienced "mom guilt"? Your child is struggling with potty training, and somehow you're convinced it's your fault—that if they’re having a hard time, you must have done…
What Your Adult Children Need From You w/ Dr. Kathy Koch
One day, our kids grow up. They move away, start their own lives, and make choices of their own—including some we may not agree with. That transition can be difficult to navigate, often bringing…
4 Steps to Fix Your Marriage
How you maintain your marriage is more important than the work you put into your relationship with your kids! Marriage is the foundation of the family, and kids suffer without a healthy example to…
Raise Men. Not Basement Boys.
Are we raising resilient men or fragile boys? American culture chronically deemphasizes God's good design for men. Parents are encouraged to coddle and protect boys from discomfort, struggle, and…
Christians Must Stop Living By Lies w/ Rod Dreher
Gender identity. Critical Theory. Social justice. Same-sex marriage. The Culture is asking Christians to repudiate Biblical truth at every turn. Refuse and the culture will try to punish you. Author…
What Not to Do When Jehovah's Witnesses Knock on Your Door
The Great Commission is central to Christianity—we are supposed to share the Gospel with those we encounter. But what's the best way to train your kids in this skill? In this episode, Brett and Erin…
Are Millennial Parents the Most Arrogant Parents Ever?
Millennials have been raising the next generation for a while now and it's time to check in on them. Champions of modern parenting methods such as Gentle Parenting, millennials are fairly confident…
The Transgender War on Girls’ Sports: Why Christians Need to Get Involved w/ Sophia Lorey
Is the issue of biological males in women's sports "over" now? Last week, we interviewed teen athlete Olivia Viola about her experience running track and field against a biological man. She is far…
One Teen's Bold Stand for Women's Sports at Her High School Track Meet w/ Olivia Viola & Family
Ideas have consequences and those consequences impact real people. Olivia, a high school track athlete, never expected to find herself at the center of a national conversation. But when she was…
Is an Ancient Burial Cloth Powerful Evidence for Jesus' Resurrection? w/ Doug Powell
In this episode, Brett and Erin sit down with apologist and author Doug Powell to explore the mystery of the Shroud of Turin—a centuries-old burial cloth believed by many to be the cloth that wrapped…
What Should Parents Do When Teens Lie and Break Trust?
What's the best way to respond when your teen lies, breaks trust, and refuses to listen? In this episode, Brett and Erin tackle a difficult—but common—parenting situation: a listener writes in about…
Helping Kids Explore Beauty, Art, and Saint Patrick w/ Ned Bustard
The modern church has sometimes struggled with encouraging artists to use their gifts for the glory of God. How do artists and art fit into the Great Commission? Also, who was St. Patrick and how can…
Why Family Breakdown Leads to Cultural Breakdown w/ Katy Faust
From the sexual revolution to no-fault divorce to the legalization of gay marriage, there's no mistake that the definition of marriage has dramatically shifted over the decades. What is marriage for?…
Why the Harder Way to Parent Is Actually Better
The data is in! Does Gentle Parenting really work? It may feel easier in the moment, but is it actually effective in raising resilient, respectful kids in the long run? In this episode, Brett and…
The Parenting Conversation Our Culture Needs Right Now
Last week on the podcast, we spoke with Dr. Leonard Sax, a family doctor and author, about the key ideas from his book, "The Collapse of Parenting." In this episode, Brett and Erin debrief that…
The Collapse of Parenting and How to Reverse It w/ Dr. Leonard Sax
Parents, have you wondered how much modern culture—with its screens and shifting philosophies—has changed the way we raise our kids? The impact may be more serious than many of us realize. In this…
Should I Discipline My Kids In Public?
Should you discipline your kids in public? How do we navigate those situations when our kid talks back or kicks off a tantrum in the middle of the grocery store? In this episode, Brett and Erin dig…
Why Your Kids Don’t Listen the First Time
Parents, we've all been there: You’ve said "No" about five times at this point. You’ve given a warning. Maybe you've even explained the consequence…and still nothing changes! This cycle can feel…
Tools for Teaching Biblical Literacy at Home
You don’t need a theology degree to help your kids understand the Bible. But you do need the right strategies. In this episode, Brett and Erin share some of the practical background questions parents…
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