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Parenting And Family Episodes

Here you'll find tips, strategies and key insights we've learned as we've successfully prepared our 4 children for adulthood.
Nov. 2, 2022

The Miracle of "Christmas at Church": How to Dream Big and Create Something Special with Your Family

Your family can make something special together - even if it seems impossible. The making of Metro Life Worship's new project “Christmas at Church” proves miracles happen when you dream big as a family!
Oct. 26, 2022

Parents, Don't Stall Out! How to Readjust and Relate to Your Kids Better As They Grow | S4 E7

Stalling out as a parent? The Alessis show you how to readjust and rethink your parenting decisions, so you can enjoy a better relationship with your children and raise them to be strong, confident adults.
Oct. 19, 2022

Social Media Madness: How to Keep Technology from Undermining Your Family | S4 E6

It's clear - social media is here to stay. So how should our families use it? We discuss how your family can find the right balance, avoid negative influences and adopt healthy habits when using social media!
Oct. 5, 2022

Money Matters! How to Make Your Family (and Wallet) Happier with Smart Financial Habits | S4 E4

Money! We all need it...but how do we make more of it, and manage it better as a family? Steve and Chris Alessi sit down at the Family Business table to share their money management strategies, including how to build a side …
Guest: Chris Alessi
Sept. 28, 2022

The Truth about Gender: How to Cut Off Confusion and Affirm Your Child's God-Given Identity | S4 E3

Is gender a constant, or a choice? The Alessis discuss how to help your children find security in their God-given identity and silence the voices that want to confuse the next generation.
Sept. 14, 2022

TFB 25th Anniversary! What We've Learned After 25 Years of Family Business | S4 E1

Season 4 of our podcast begins with a tremendous celebration... as the Alessis celebrate their 25th year of building the family business at Metro Life Church!
July 13, 2022

Caught in the Cage: How To Keep Going When Your Family Can't Help You [Mid-Season Moment]

Here's a funny mid-season moment from Sundays in the Family business that will help you keep you going when life boxes you in.
June 22, 2022

Faith, Family and Medications: How We Handled a Difficult Diagnosis in the Family Business | S3 E24

When a child gets a scary diagnosis from a doctor, parents can quickly feel overwhelmed. We're sharing here how we handled the issue of medication and other options, so that our kids could have healthy and worry-free lives.
Guest: Lauren Alessi
June 15, 2022

A Father's Journey: How to Lead Your Family with Love (Even When Life Hurts) w/ Jonathan Pitts | S3 E23

Fatherhood isn't easy, but it is worth it - even when things go wrong. Our guest Jonathan Pitts joins the Family Business to share his journey through love, loss and renewal by leading his family and keeping their faith inta…
June 8, 2022

Fathers Know Best! How to Make Your Dad Happy (For Real) on Father's Day

The dads of The Family Business get real and explain exactly what they really want on Father's Day - so that you and your family can make Dad's special day truly special.
June 1, 2022

Don't Touch the G's! 3 Danger Zones You Must Avoid to Protect Your Family and Legacy

In this episode,  Steve Alessi and Armando Gomez check in from the Alessi farmhouse to share tips on how to avoid 3 danger zones, so you can give your family your best self and avoid some serious troubles and temptations.
Guest: Armando Gomez
May 25, 2022

The Perfect Family Meeting: How to Create a Memorable Mission with Your Loved Ones with Lee Domingue

The Family Business welcomes our friend and legacy expert, Lee Domingue, to teach us how to plan great family meetings that will inspire, motivate and build legacy!
Guest: Lee Domingue
May 11, 2022

Jeans and Genes: Taking On Gender and Identity Conversations In Your Family | S3 E18

The Alessis talk honestly about the gender debate and share tips for parents on how to address this vital issue with their children..
May 4, 2022

From Mother to Daughter: Honest Questions about Marriage, Motherhood and Changing Seasons | S3 E17

Mary Alessi and her daughter Steph Alessi Munia discuss managing the changing expectations that moms have when career and parental responsibilities shift!
April 27, 2022

Mom Friends: How Strong Friendships Build Strong Families | S3 E16

Our guest Mory Martinez teams up with Mary Alessi on the podcast to share how their friendship as mothers helped them successfully guide their children into meaningful, blessed lives as adults.
Guest: Mory Martinez