Episodes
Jan. 15, 2025
When Truth Hurts: How to Handle Family Conflicts with Healthy Communication | S7 E20
Does facing the truth in your home feel like lighting a fuse?
When your family has to face the inevitable disagreements that happen in every home, you have two choices - you can embrace uncomfortable but healthy conversations, or you can allow unhealthy responses that lead to more pain later on.
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Jan. 8, 2025
"Did They Really Say That?" More Favorite Family Business Moments (2024 Rewind)
We're looking back at a fantastic year of podcasts by sharing more memorable moments from 2024 in today's episode.
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Jan. 1, 2025
3 Key Resolutions to Start Your New Year Right (Best of TFB)
To kick off 2025, here's a "Best Of" episode of the Family Business from Season 3! Do you want to enjoy a better, healthier, and more fulfilling new year? These areas - your faith, your family and your fitness - form the fou...
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Dec. 18, 2024
Festive or Frugal? How to Work with Your Family to Make Christmas Magical | S7 E16
When it comes to Christmas, are you Buddy the Elf in your family - or the Grinch?
Every family has a variety of personalities, and it's no different when it comes to celebrating the holidays. Some people love to spend and dive into the gift giving, while others are more reserved and concerned a…
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Dec. 11, 2024
Tension at the Table? How to Steer Clear of Politics at Family Christmas Celebrations | S7 E15
Afraid that your holiday family gatherings will turn into political battles instead of a joyful reunions?
In our latest episode, we dive into preserving family unity during the holidays when political tensions run high.
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Dec. 4, 2024
Sleigh the Holidays! How to Plan a Joyful Christmas in Your Twenties | S7 EP14
Being a twenty-something isn't easy - and during the Christmas season life can get really interesting. How can you make sure your holidays are joyful when you're in a season of constant transition?
In this episode sisters Gaby, Lauren and Stephanie examine the joys and challenges of celebrating…
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Nov. 27, 2024
Holiday Getaway! Why Family Vacations Are Even More Important Than You Think | S7 E13
Are your family vacations are more stressful than restful? Do you cringe at the thought of the time and expense of taking your family out-of-town?
Maybe it's time to re-prioritize your holiday getaways.
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Nov. 20, 2024
From Heart Attack to Hope: Lessons from a Death Defying Experience with The Community Voice | S7 E12
Do you need help turning life's crushing moments into stepping stones?
If so, the inspiring story of Steve Alessi's near-fatal heart attack and his journey from survival to strength will help you find hope.
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Nov. 13, 2024
Standards of Excellence: How to Empower Your Family with Principles that Last | S7 E11
Are you setting the standards for your family - or are you letting other people set them for you?
In this episode, Steve and Mary Alessi dive deep into why adhering to healthy principles and moral standards is essential for a balanced and fulfilling life for you and your family.
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Nov. 6, 2024
Women's Wisdom: Intimacy, Dating and What Men Actually Think with Daniele Hage | S7 E10
Do women really understand how men think? Mary Alessi sits down with her lifelong friend and relationship expert Daniele Hage to unlock the secrets to the ways men think through the stages of their lives.
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Oct. 30, 2024
Your King Era: Why We Need Men to Step Forward and Lead Their Families
Just how important is a man's role in the family? In this episode we uncover the peace and stability families can enjoy when husbands and fathers lead their families with courage and confidence.
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Oct. 23, 2024
Safety First: What All Parents Need to Know to Protect Kids from Human Trafficking | S7 E8
In this video, we share important facts about the dark and dangerous world of human trafficking. We discuss how parents can protect their kids from criminals and predators, both online and in real life.
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Oct. 16, 2024
Allowance or No Allowance? How to Confidently Raise Cash Smart Kids | S7 E7
How do you teach your children the RIGHT way to handle cash? Steve Alessi sits down with his son Chris Alessi to answer the eternal question all parents face - do we give kids allowance or make them do chores to earn money?
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Oct. 9, 2024
Diet Beware: The Hidden Risks of Eating Disorders and Body Image Obsession | S7 E6
Lauren Alessi joins her friend and mentor Angie Gonzalez to give families vital info on body image, weight loss fads and the dangerous cultural trends that lead to unhealthy coping patterns with food.
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Oct. 2, 2024
DNA of Business Success: How to Start Your Own Business The Right Way | S7 E5
Ever dreamed of starting your own business?
To help all of our Podience members who want to one day have a family business that brings them success and fulfillment, Steve Alessi sits down with his good friend Roger Quesada and shares the keys they've learned from years of building successful bu…
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Sept. 25, 2024
Say Goodbye to Mom Guilt! How To Break Free of the Mother Comparison Trap | S7 E4
In this honest and practical episode, Stephanie Muiña and her sister-in-law Richelle Alessi share their experiences as young moms and describe how they are overcoming mom guilt.
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Sept. 18, 2024
Buy vs. Rent: How to Find a Home in Today's Market for Your Family | S7 E3
Does the dream of home ownership feel out of reach for your family? In this extremely informative episode, Chris Muiña sits down with his father-in-law Steve Alessi to tackle the big question: should you buy a home or rent in today's tough economy?
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Sept. 11, 2024
Honest Responses to Your Toughest Family Questions | Ask The Alessis Q&A S7 E2
What family issues are keeping you up at night? In this episode we shared our best answers to some tough audience questions about family relationships, parenting and marriage.
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Sept. 4, 2024
Perils of Permissive Parenting: How to Raise Your Kids on a Solid Foundation | S7 E1
Are permissive parenting techniques creating a generation of insecure, entitled children? In this powerful opening episode of season 7, Steve and Mary Alessi discuss why a permissive mindset is so damaging to your child's future development.
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Aug. 14, 2024
Confessions, Mixups and More Unexpected TFB Moments
It's another summer trip down memory lane as we remember some of the most unexpected and unpredictable moments in our podcast!
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July 10, 2024
More TFB Shorts! Mothers and Sons, Modesty and Other Family Matters
Enjoy another sampler of wise words and funny moments from our Family Business vault, on topics ranging from mother / son relationships to modesty and family fights!
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June 26, 2024
Family Finale! Celebrating Season 6 Wins and Revealing Season 7 Surprises | S6 E39
It's been an amazing season in The Family Business, so we're celebrating our Podience and all you've made possible for us - and teasing what you can look forward to in Season 7!
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June 19, 2024
United Against Hate: How To Have Tough Family Conversations About Antisemitism (w/ Rabbi Robyn Fisher) | S6 E38
In this powerful episode, we welcome Rabbi Robyn Fisher, spiritual leader of Beth Or in Miami, Florida, to the podcast to dive into the complexities of discussing antisemitism within our own homes.
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June 12, 2024
First Time Dad: Why It's Worth It To Be a Hands-On Devoted Father | S6 E37
What a difference a year makes! In this touching and honest episode, Chris Alessi sits down with his father Steve Alessi to share the lessons he’s learned during his first year of being a father.
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