Episodes
Feb. 4, 2026
Jokes or Jabs? How To Embrace Humor in your Relationships Without Hurting Feelings
"It's only a joke..." but is it really? In this episode, you'll discover how joking, sarcasm, and humor play vital roles in healthy relationships—and what happens when jokes cross the line and reveal serious communication issues.
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Jan. 28, 2026
The Biggest Communication Mistakes in Every Marriage (and How to Fix Them)
In this episode, we cover our best strategies for improving communication in marriage - so that even your arguments can be turned into opportunities to build a stronger relationship with your spouse.
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Jan. 21, 2026
Pressure of Modern Parenting: Making Tough Decisions about Discipline and Your Children's Health
Ever feel overwhelmed by the endless decisions you have to make as a parent - not to mention the barrage of advice from experts with ever-changing opinions?
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Jan. 14, 2026
Become Better! How The Right Habits Can Set You Up for Success in 2026
In this episode, you'll discover how to become a better version of yourself in 2026 by developing the right habits, cultivating inner peace, and building meaningful relationships—both at home and in business.
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Jan. 7, 2026
Brothers in the Blind: How We're Building Strong Connections with New In-Laws
What can you learn about your new brother-in-law while spending hours in a hunting blind? In this episode, we introduce the newest member of the family, Christian Catalayud, as he shares how he's growing a relationship with his new brothers-in-law, Chris Alessi and Chris Muina.
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Dec. 31, 2025
More Wins, No Excuses! How To Make 2026 Truly Successful (w/ Chris Hart of Brave Coaching)
As we kick off a new year, Chris Alessi teams up with his coach and close friend Chris Hart to break down the real reason that so many people fail to keep their New Year's resolutions —and how to finally build momentum for a powerful year ahead.
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Dec. 24, 2025
Hidden Truth of Hormones: Revealing the Health Questions Every Woman Should Be Asking
In this important and hard-hitting episode, Mary Alessi and her longtime friend Mory Martinez dive deep into the hidden health crisis affecting women from their 20s onward.
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Dec. 17, 2025
Unhappy Holidays? How to Maintain Your Mental Health When the Christmas Season Causes Stress
Are the holidays bringing more emotional chaos than cheer into your life? Join Steve Alessi, Lauren Alessi, and licensed mental health counselor Ryan Landau as they unpack the real challenges of holiday stress, seasonal mood swings, and family drama.
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Dec. 10, 2025
Should Christians Avoid Scary Movies? How to Decide What Your Family Watches
Are you thinking of binging shows this holiday season - including dark themes like Stranger Things? In this honest episode, we're asking if Christian families should allow scary movies and questionable content in their homes.
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Dec. 3, 2025
Finding the Right Place: What We Learned from our House Hunting Journey
In this episode, Stephanie and Christopher Muiña take you behind the scenes of their house hunt, revealing the real struggles, doubts, and faith lessons that come with navigating big life transitions as a family.
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Nov. 26, 2025
Sisters in New Seasons: How We're Managing the Shift From Singleness to Marriage
Are you struggling to accept that your family is changing - even when it's for the best? In this special episode, Gaby and Lauren get real about navigating marriage season with your siblings.
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Nov. 19, 2025
Smartphone or Smart Parent? How to Be Fully Present with Your Family (with guest Joey Odom)
Ever have that guilty feeling when you realize you were on your phone during a conversation with a loved one?
It's not just a harmless habit. It's a real danger to the mental health and vitality of your family - and it could harm the relationships that matter most to you.
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Nov. 12, 2025
Delete the Drama! How to Stop Being Defensive and Instantly Improve Your Relationships
In this episode, Steve and Mary Alessi are tackling one of the biggest relationship killers—defensiveness. You'll hear raw, personal stories from their early life and marriage as they share practical advice—including how to recognize when YOU'RE the defensive one.
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Nov. 5, 2025
How to Plan the BEST Holiday Season Ever (Even with a Complicated Family)
Ready or not - the holidays are here... ...and if you're already feeling the pressure, we're here to help! In this week's episode, Steve and Mary Alessi are getting into the holiday spirit early and sharing their best tips for navigating the most wonderful (and sometimes most stressful) time of the…
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Oct. 29, 2025
Should Christians Accept Rewards? Getting Real about Award Shows and Paying Pastors
In this episode, we dive deep into the controversy over recent comments from artist Forrest Frank about the Dove Awards, and discuss whether Christian artists and ministers should seek recognition and payment for their talents.
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Oct. 22, 2025
Pushed to the Limit? How to Handle More in Your Life Without Crashing Out
What do you do when big blessings come with big problems?
In this episode, Chris and Richelle Alessi share some very exciting news while also opening up about navigating one of their most exciting and challenging seasons yet.
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Oct. 15, 2025
Charlie Kirk: Why We Didn't Talk About The Tragedy Until Now
When tragedy and controversy hit our country, how do Christian families and church leaders respond with wisdom, love, and truth?
In this heartfelt conversation, Steve and Mary Alessi reflect on the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk, sharing their emotional reactions and the challenges of lea…
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Oct. 8, 2025
A New Season! How to Let Go of Your Kids and Hold On to What Matters
In this heartfelt premiere of season 8, Steve and Mary open up about major life transitions and the powerful emotions that come with letting go of their youngest daughter as she steps into marriage.
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Sept. 24, 2025
5 Minutes of Family Business! Updates, Season Previews and Surprises
In this special five-minute update, Stephanie and Christopher Muiña give you a sneak peek into what’s coming up in season eight, launching this fall!
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Sept. 17, 2025
Iron Sharpens Iron: What Every Man Needs In Order to Level Up (with Aaron Walker)
Ever wondered what it really takes for men to finish well in life—at home and in business?
In this powerful throwback episode, Steve Alessi sits down with entrepreneur Aaron Walker to talk about the life-changing impact of brotherhood, the painful lessons from tragedy, and why being vulnerable …
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Sept. 10, 2025
How to Raise Confident Kids In Uncertain Times | Martha Munizzi & Mary Alessi (Top 10 Epsiode)
Worried about raising confident kids in a world that seems upside down? It might be time to rethink what it means to lead with conviction as a parent. In this classic episode from our archives, Mary Alessi teams up with her twin sister Martha Munizzi for a candid, relatable conversation that dives …
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Sept. 3, 2025
What We're Planning Next on the TFB (in under a minute)
Wondering what the Alessis are up to in this pre-season? Here's a quick update on what we're planning on our YouTube channel! Stay tuned for brand new episodes and a upgraded video experience coming soon! Make sure to stay connected to us via our newsletter (https://alessifamilybusiness.com/newslet…
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Aug. 27, 2025
How to Help Your Children Discover Their Unique Gifts (Even When They Can't See It)
In this flashback to Season 1, hear Lauren’s honest journey from struggling with shyness to confidently embracing her own gifts—and how her parents, Steve and Mary, leaned in to help her discover a calling in counseling!
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Aug. 20, 2025
Why Gentle Parenting Doesn't Help You Raise Disciplined Kids (Top 10 Episode)
Should you be your kids' best friend? Or the one that sets boundaries? The Alessis tackle the truth about raising confident, well-behaved kids in a gentle-parenting world.
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