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Good Parents, Bad Kids? How to Discipline Your Children With More Grace and Less Guilt
May 20, 2026

Good Parents, Bad Kids? How to Discipline Your Children With More Grace and Less Guilt

Are you at your wit's end with a child who just won't behave? In this episode, Stephanie Alessi Muina and her husband Chris sit down with their mom, Mary Alessi, to get some advice and help on the chaotic journey of raising young kids—giving you valuable strategies to use when when your child is pu…
Good Parents, Bad Kids? How to Discipline Your Children With More Grace and Less Guilt
The Family Business with The Alessis
Good Parents, Bad Kids? How to Discipline Your Children With More Grace and Less Guilt
Wife vs. Mother vs. Daughter: The Difficult Balancing Act Every Man Must Manage
May 13, 2026

Wife vs. Mother vs. Daughter: The Difficult Balancing Act Every Man Must Manage

Who really comes first in a man’s life—his wife, his mother, or his daughter? Step into the heart of family life with Steve and Mary Alessi as they pull back the curtain on the “priority puzzle” every husband and father faces.
Wife vs. Mother vs. Daughter: The Difficult Balancing Act Every Man Must Manage
The Family Business with The Alessis
Wife vs. Mother vs. Daughter: The Difficult Balancing Act Every Man Must Manage
Pressure Or Purity? How to Help Girls Develop a Healthy Self-Image
May 6, 2026

Pressure Or Purity? How to Help Girls Develop a Healthy Self-Image

How can today's young women handle the pressure to conform to the world's standards of beauty and self-worth? In this episode, sisters Gaby and Stephanie dive deep into how Instagram, TikTok, and influencer culture impact confidence, modesty, and purity—especially for girls and young women.
Pressure Or Purity? How to Help Girls Develop a Healthy Self-Image
The Family Business with The Alessis
Pressure Or Purity? How to Help Girls Develop a Healthy Self-Image
How to Handle a Waiting Season (Flashback Episode)
April 29, 2026

How to Handle a Waiting Season (Flashback Episode)

Ever feel stuck in life’s waiting room, wondering when your "next" will finally arrive? In this flashback to Season 3, Lauren Alessi and Mary Alessi dive into real talk about the messy, in-between seasons—whether you’re waiting for a new relationship, career move, or just something to change.
How to Handle a Waiting Season (Flashback Episode)
The Family Business with The Alessis
How to Handle a Waiting Season (Flashback Episode)
Twins, Pastors, Partners in Crime? Mary & Martha Share Unforgettable Stories (Mary & Martha Show)
April 22, 2026

Twins, Pastors, Partners in Crime? Mary & Martha Share Unforgettable Stories (Mary & Martha Show)

What's it REALLY like to grow up with an identical twin? In today’s special cross-over episode, you'll get a sneak peek at the newest podcast in our family - The Mary and Martha Show!
Twins, Pastors, Partners in Crime? Mary & Martha Share Unforgettable Stories (Mary & Martha Show)
The Family Business with The Alessis
Twins, Pastors, Partners in Crime? Mary & Martha Share Unforgettable Stories (Mary & Martha Show)
Israel, Iran and US: Why Your Mindset Toward the Middle East Matters (God and Government Series)
April 15, 2026

Israel, Iran and US: Why Your Mindset Toward the Middle East Matters (God and Government Series)

The Alessis take a pastoral perspective on the conflict in the Middle East, and break down the real story behind the chaos—examining not just politics, but the spiritual and humanitarian battles at play.
Israel, Iran and US: Why Your Mindset Toward the Middle East Matters (God and Government Series)
The Family Business with The Alessis
Israel, Iran and US: Why Your Mindset Toward the Middle East Matters (God and Government Series)
Pastors, Protests and Politics! How, When and Why We Decide To Speak Up
April 8, 2026

Pastors, Protests and Politics! How, When and Why We Decide To Speak Up

Should preachers address political issues from the pulpit? In this episode, Steve and Mary Alessi pull back the curtain on the tension pastors face when faith, politics, and cultural issues collide as they answer this controversial question.
Pastors, Protests and Politics! How, When and Why We Decide To Speak Up
The Family Business with The Alessis
Pastors, Protests and Politics! How, When and Why We Decide To Speak Up
How to Stop Losing Yourself in Parenting (But Still Prioritize Your Family)
April 1, 2026

How to Stop Losing Yourself in Parenting (But Still Prioritize Your Family)

Is it possible that your greatest blessings - your spouse and your children - could also drain your spirit and prevent you from pursuing the hobbies and interests that give you joy?
How to Stop Losing Yourself in Parenting (But Still Prioritize Your Family)
The Family Business with The Alessis
How to Stop Losing Yourself in Parenting (But Still Prioritize Your Family)
How to Handle Seasons When It Feels Like God is Delaying Your Dreams
March 25, 2026

How to Handle Seasons When It Feels Like God is Delaying Your Dreams

When doors stay closed and dreams feel delayed, Stephanie Alessi Muiña and her husband Christopher reveal how God’s perfect timing in the waiting and developing seasons can lead to your greatest blessings.
How to Handle Seasons When It Feels Like God is Delaying Your Dreams
The Family Business with The Alessis
How to Handle Seasons When It Feels Like God is Delaying Your Dreams
Newlywed Shock! Our Journey from Engagement to Our First Months of Marriage
March 18, 2026

Newlywed Shock! Our Journey from Engagement to Our First Months of Marriage

Marriage is definitely worth the wait - but what should you focus on while you're preparing to marry the love of your life? Gaby Alessi Calatayud and her husband Christian make their debut as a couple on The Family Business and give you an honest, behind-the-scenes view on the first few weeks of ne…
Newlywed Shock! Our Journey from Engagement to Our First Months of Marriage
The Family Business with The Alessis
Newlywed Shock! Our Journey from Engagement to Our First Months of Marriage
How to Welcome Your Future Son- or Daughter-in Law into the Family (and truly mean it)
March 11, 2026

How to Welcome Your Future Son- or Daughter-in Law into the Family (and truly mean it)

When your son or daughter introduces you to the person they want to marry, what's your response? In this episode, the Alessis help you decide how to invest your time, resources and emotions into a potential in-law.
How to Welcome Your Future Son- or Daughter-in Law into the Family (and truly mean it)
The Family Business with The Alessis
How to Welcome Your Future Son- or Daughter-in Law into the Family (and truly mean it)
God, Please Change My Spouse! What to Do When Your Marriage Expectations Don’t Match Reality
March 4, 2026

God, Please Change My Spouse! What to Do When Your Marriage Expectations Don’t Match Reality

Should you pray for your spouse to change - or is the real transformation in marriage all about changing yourself? In this episode, Steve and Mary Alessi dig into the real motivations behind your expectations for your spouse!
God, Please Change My Spouse! What to Do When Your Marriage Expectations Don’t Match Reality
The Family Business with The Alessis
God, Please Change My Spouse! What to Do When Your Marriage Expectations Don’t Match Reality
Do Opposites Still Attract? How Celebrating Your Differences Makes Your Marriage Stronger
Feb. 25, 2026

Do Opposites Still Attract? How Celebrating Your Differences Makes Your Marriage Stronger

In this episode, recorded just before their wedding anniversary, Chris and Richelle Alessi dive deep into the differences that can both attract to your spouse, and sometimes keep you divided.
Do Opposites Still Attract? How Celebrating Your Differences Makes Your Marriage Stronger
The Family Business with The Alessis
Do Opposites Still Attract? How Celebrating Your Differences Makes Your Marriage Stronger
SHE Said: What Wives Wish Their Husbands Understood About Them
Feb. 18, 2026

SHE Said: What Wives Wish Their Husbands Understood About Them

The men had their turn - now the ladies respond. In this fun episode, the wives of The Family Business dive into the heart of what women really want men to know.
SHE Said: What Wives Wish Their Husbands Understood About Them
The Family Business with The Alessis
SHE Said: What Wives Wish Their Husbands Understood About Them
HE Said: 10 Things Men Wish Their Wives Understood
Feb. 11, 2026

HE Said: 10 Things Men Wish Their Wives Understood

What do husbands really wish their wives knew? In this episode, the Alessi men spill the secrets to love, respect, and a happy marriage—straight from the husband's heart!
HE Said: 10 Things Men Wish Their Wives Understood
The Family Business with The Alessis
HE Said: 10 Things Men Wish Their Wives Understood
Jokes or Jabs? How To Embrace Humor in your Relationships Without Hurting Feelings
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.
Jokes or Jabs? How To Embrace Humor in your Relationships Without Hurting Feelings
The Family Business with The Alessis
Jokes or Jabs? How To Embrace Humor in your Relationships Without Hurting Feelings
Pressure of Modern Parenting: Making Tough Decisions about Discipline and Your Children's Health
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?
Pressure of Modern Parenting: Making Tough Decisions about Discipline and Your Children's Health
The Family Business with The Alessis
Pressure of Modern Parenting: Making Tough Decisions about Discipline and Your Children's Health
Become Better! How The Right Habits Can Set You Up for Success in 2026
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.
Become Better! How The Right Habits Can Set You Up for Success in 2026
The Family Business with The Alessis
Become Better! How The Right Habits Can Set You Up for Success in 2026
Brothers in the Blind: How We're Building Strong Connections with New In-Laws
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.
Brothers in the Blind: How We're Building Strong Connections with New In-Laws
The Family Business with The Alessis
Brothers in the Blind: How We're Building Strong Connections with New In-Laws
More Wins, No Excuses! How To Make 2026 Truly Successful (w/ Chris Hart of Brave Coaching)
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.
Guest: Chris Hart
More Wins, No Excuses! How To Make 2026 Truly Successful (w/ Chris Hart of Brave Coaching)
The Family Business with The Alessis
More Wins, No Excuses! How To Make 2026 Truly Successful (w/ Chris Hart of Brave Coaching)
Hidden Truth of Hormones: Revealing the Health Questions Every Woman Should Be Asking
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.
Hidden Truth of Hormones: Revealing the Health Questions Every Woman Should Be Asking
The Family Business with The Alessis
Hidden Truth of Hormones: Revealing the Health Questions Every Woman Should Be Asking
Unhappy Holidays? How to Maintain Your Mental Health When the Christmas Season Causes Stress
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.
Guest: Ryan Landau
Unhappy Holidays? How to Maintain Your Mental Health When the Christmas Season Causes Stress
The Family Business with The Alessis
Unhappy Holidays? How to Maintain Your Mental Health When the Christmas Season Causes Stress
Should Christians Avoid Scary Movies? How to Decide What Your Family Watches
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.
Should Christians Avoid Scary Movies? How to Decide What Your Family Watches
The Family Business with The Alessis
Should Christians Avoid Scary Movies? How to Decide What Your Family Watches
Finding the Right Place: What We Learned from our House Hunting Journey
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.
Finding the Right Place: What We Learned from our House Hunting Journey
The Family Business with The Alessis
Finding the Right Place: What We Learned from our House Hunting Journey