Archived Podcast Episodes

How do early experiences of grief and family disruption shape one's approach to marriage and parenting? Ron Deal asks Scott Kedersha his perspective....

You may have heard of Gottman's '4 Horsemen of the Apocalypse.' But what is the precursor to these? Ron and Nan Deal connect biblical trust with modern research....

Should your partner be your first priority in a blended family? What if bio kids are still reeling from transition? Hear from Ron Deal & Gayla Grace!...

What's it like for a child when their parent remarries? Explore the unique losses of kids in blended families with Ron Deal and Rod & Rachel Faulkner Brown....

Remarriage after loss is never easy. Rachel Faulkner Brown was widowed twice before marrying Rod. Listen in to their conversation with Ron Deal....

Childhood trauma: how does it affect us? Jim Ramos shares how faith and community helped him overcome his tough upbringing and start "Men in the Arena."...

Mother's Day can be tough for stepmoms—feeling left out and unloved. Ron Deal, Gayla Grace and Summer Butler offer advice to make it less miserable....

Instead of stressing out and working overtime, are there easier ways to handle things? Get tips from Ron Deal & Gayla Grace to ease stepfamily life--and find easier ways for peace....

How do you keep romance alive when it fizzles? Ron & Nan Deal, Juli Slattery, and Michael R. Sytsma, PhD have answers. Rediscover how to bring that love back!...

Stepparenting is hard, especially after family loss. Ron Deal offers insights on wedding planning and communication for soon-to-be blended families....

How do you navigate grief and remarriage? Ron Deal, Davey & Kristi Blackburn know the happiness of finding each other—amidst the reality of losing someone you love....

Author Gil Stuart offers tips on being a thoughtful, intentional stepfather--and shaping the kind of family you all long for....

Being a stepdad just might mean being an unsung hero. Author Gil Stuart offers ideas to do it wholeheartedly and all-in, with all its complexity....

How can you feed strong identity—so transitions between stepfamily homes mean your teen grows stronger? Author Kara Powell gives real-life ideas....

Discover the influence of parents on teenage girls' fashion choices and insights on developing a healthy sexual identity. Join Dave, Ann Wilson, Ron Deal, and Dr. Meg Meeker....

Ever feel like digital devices are breathing down your family's neck? Dr. Meg Meeker gets real about healthy boundaries and wise choices for your kids....

Non-traditional families are now considered traditional. As churches, how do we meet changing needs of all families & serve them well—whatever their story?...

Is narcissism a reality or a label in your blended family? Therapist Ron Deal helps you look deeper and know how to deal....

Got kids in your blended family living in two homes—and a gap in values they hold? Counselor & author Ron Deal helps you guard against future deconversion....

Could grace, played out in the nitty-gritty, revolutionize your stepfamily? Counselor Ron Deal chats about how to pull undeniable grace into real life....