Archived Podcast Episodes

Struggling to be the same person at home as you are at church? Join Dave and Ann Wilson, hosts of the FamilyLife Today Podcast, as they unpack Tim Challies’ “You Are Who You Are at Home,” diving into authentic faith in parenting and marriage.

A neurodivergent marriage includes at least one partner with a neurodevelopmental condition like autism or ADHD. Ron Deal speaks with Dr. Stephanie & Dan Holmes on the challenges of their neurodivurgent marriage, how to recognize it, & strategies to cope.

In this eye-opening episode of the FamilyLife Today Podcast, guest Brant Hansen gives a “graduation speech” unlike any other. He uses an AI-generated speech to expose how chasing worldly freedom can lead to loneliness and exhaustion.

The FamilyLife Today Podcast hosts, Dave and Ann Wilson, welcome author Heather Holleman to discuss how to overcome shame, find your identity in Christ, and live a life of purpose. Heather shares powerful insights from her books, including Seated with Christ, and provides practical tools like journaling and simple communication tips to help both kids and adults find freedom from shame and jealousy.

After facing a life-threatening health crisis, Dave and Ann Wilson share five lessons they learned about strengthening their marriage by trusting each other, acting without hesitation, and praying through fear.

What does it truly mean to be a woman in a world of conflicting messages? Dave and Ann Wilson sit down with Kristen Clark, co-author of Made to Be She: Reclaiming God’s Plan for Fearless Femininity, to tackle the cultural lies surrounding womanhood.

Ron Deal speaks with Gayla Grace about her new book, Beautifully Blended: 101 Devotions to Encourage Couples in Blended Families. The book offers support & advice with relatable anecdotes, along with a devotion, prayer, & Bible reading for each day.

In this episode of the FamilyLife Today Podcast, Christian radio host Brant Hansen redefines the gospel as a transformative way of life that frees you from fear, anxiety, and shame.

La autora y profesora Nancy Pearcey explora datos sociológicos para descubrir por qué es temporada de caza abierta contra la masculinidad, y el sorprendente papel de los hombres cristianos.

La masculinidad tóxica es tan destructiva como creemos. Pero los datos de la profesora Nancy Pearcey muestran una parte más completa de la historia: el poder de un buen hombre.

Motherhood isn’t just a journey; it’s a transformation. In this episode of the FamilyLife Today Podcast, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson talk with author Abbie Halberstadt about her book, “You Bet Your Stretch Marks.” She shares her personal experiences as a mom of ten, reframing the physical, emotional, and spiritual “stretching” of motherhood not as a burden, but as a path to a deeper faith and a lasting legacy.

Are digital distractions pulling you away from what truly matters? Join us as we dive deep into a transformative 40-day social media fast with guest Wendy Speake, author of “The 40 Day Social Media Fast” and “The 40 Day Sugar Fast.” Wendy and our hosts, Dave and Ann Wilson, discover how intentionally disconnecting from your devices can deepen your spiritual connection with God.

What if the hardest parts of parenting were actually opportunities for growth? On this inspiring episode of FamilyLife Today, Dave and Ann Wilson sit down with Abbie Halberstadt to unpacks her powerful philosophy: difficulty in life isn’t negative, but an opportunity for growth and sanctification.

In-law relationships can be tenuous, especially those with ex-spouses. Ron Deal speaks with Dave & Ashley Willis about building bridges, not battlegrounds, through healthy boundaries and grace-filled conversations that prevent powerlessness.

How can Christian parents confidently navigate conversations about sexuality and gender in today’s progressive culture? Rachel Gilson, author of Parenting Without Panic: In an LGBT-Affirming World, Discipling Our Kids with Jesus’ Truth and Love, shares her powerful personal experiences and insights with hosts Dave and Ann Wilson.

Are you in the thick of raising young kids and wondering how to keep your marriage thriving? Join Dave and Ann Wilson on this lively “Wilson Original” episode of FamilyLife Today as they welcome author Arlene Pellicane and the candid Bruce and Maria Goff, parents of four young girls. From essential communication and shared responsibilities to the power of laughter and prayer, discover real-life strategies to strengthen your bond.

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Are you struggling to reconcile a good God with a hard life? Hosts Dave and Ann Wilson sit down with Mark Vroegop, author of “Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy” to explore the vital biblical practice of lament. Mark reveals how lament, though prevalent in Scripture (making up one-third of the Psalms!), is often missing from modern Christian life.

Ever wondered what “that time of the month” really means for relationships? Join us as we courageously tackle PMS with author and comedian Sherri Lynn.

Ron Deal and Gayla Grace answer questions from Blended & Blessed: how do I cope with feeling torn between my kids and my spouse; how do I talk to my teen who doesn’t want me to remarry; how do we manage the common ghosts of marriage past, and much more.