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Focus LiveFocus on the Family Commentary - The Ming Dilemma
Technology advances every day. Nevertheless, one truth will never change: just because we can do something, that doesn’t mean we ought to. Jim Daly explains…
Focus LiveFocus on the Family Marriage Podcast - The Key to a Closer Marriage
What if the thing you're most afraid to share with your spouse is exactly what could bring you closer together? Ryan and Selena Frederick join Jim Daly to talk…
Focus LiveFocus on the Family Minute - Peace in Letting Go
Jen Babakhan explains how she found peace as her mother died. Listen to today's broadcast Get "Disrupted" free with your gift Explore more episode resources If…
Focus LiveFocus on the Family Parenting Podcast - Rewriting Your Family Story
If you grew up in a broken home, the fear of repeating that pattern in your own marriage can feel overwhelming. Dr. Danny Huerta and John Fuller sit down with…
Focus LiveFocus on the Family with Jim Daly - Facing Farewell: Navigating Your Parent’s Terminal Illness (Part 2 of 2)
Jen Babakhan experienced the painful journey of navigating her mom’s terminal illness — and found God’s comfort and peace along the way. She offers practical…
Focus LivePlugged In Entertainment Reviews - TV Review: Pokemon the Series: The Beginning
Ash Ketchum begins his journey of becoming a Pokémon master. Pokémon battles are frequent, yet permanent injury is seemingly nonexistent. Read the full review…
Focus LiveThe Official Adventures in Odyssey Podcast - A New Voice for John Avery Whittaker
After years of searching, hundreds of auditions, and much prayer, Adventures in Odyssey has a new voice for John Avery Whittaker. Phil Crowley joins executive…
Focus LivePractice Makes Parent - Unsure, Overwhelmed & Alone Moms
Are you questioning your abilities as a mom? Rebecca and Danny talk with a panel of moms about their pressures, guilt, burnout, and comparison. You can…
Focus LivePastor to Pastor with Dave Stone - Revive Your Faith & Purpose | Dave Stone
In Revelation 2 and 3, Jesus sends a short review to seven first-century churches: Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia and Laodicea. Dave…
Focus LiveCrazy Little Thing Called Marriage - Understanding Trust In Marriage
Can your marriage survive a big storm? Join Dr.s Greg and Erin Smalley as they share intimate details about how they've learned to trust one another. Using the…
Focus LiveFocus on the Family Weekend - Teaching Your Child How to Develop a Resilient Mindset
Bullying can leave kids feeling isolated, anxious, and unsure of their worth—and parents often wonder if they’re responding the right way. Counselor Julie Lowe…
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Focus on the Family Commentary - Swoop and Save Us
We all take wrong turns that put us in situations from which there’s no escape on our own. Jim Daly shares why, sooner or later, we all need someone to swoop…
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Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast - Why Boundaries Make Your Marriage Stronger
When you hear "boundaries in marriage," it might sound like building walls between you and your spouse. But what if the right boundaries actually keep your…
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Focus on the Family Minute - Marriage is Difficult But Beautiful
Dr. Dan Allender talks about how marriage is hard, but how no other relationship is as beautiful. Listen to today's broadcast The Deep-Rooted Marriage Explore…
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Focus on the Family Parenting Podcast - Communicating with Your Teen: What Every Parent Needs to Know
Parenting a teenager can feel like navigating a minefield, especially when it comes to communication. In this episode, John Fuller and Dr. Danny Huerta are…
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Focus on the Family with Jim Daly - Transform Your Marriage by Facing Trauma Hand in Hand (Part 1 of 2)
Marriage is such a special bond, and a beautiful gift from God. But it doesn’t come without its challenges. Dr. Dan Allender teaches how you can work with your…
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Pastor to Pastor with Dave Stone - AI Doesn't Have a Conscience. It Has Consequences | Dave Stone with Mark Batterson
How do Christians hold biblical convictions in a culture of outrage without becoming one of the loud voices? Mark Batterson, lead pastor of National Community…
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Plugged In Entertainment Reviews - Pop Culture Remix Review: Happy Caravan
The Happy Caravan’ is a wholesome channel with Christian themes, but it raises questions about how much is too much to share online. Read the full review…
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Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage - Healing From Infidelity Trauma
Has your spouse cheated on you? Drs. Greg and Erin Smalley host a conversation on infidelity recovery, focusing on when betrayed spouses feel stuck or…
Focus LiveReFOCUS with Jim Daly - Marx and Moody: Revolution or Redemption?
This discussion will show the stark contrast between Karl Marx and evangelist Dwight L. Moody to help people understand the impact of Marxism in our culture…
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Focus on the Family Weekend - Growing Your Relationship Through Every Season of Life
We were made for connection, but relationships don’t always come easy. In today’s conversation, Debra Fileta breaks down the “seasons” (Spring, Summer, Fall…
Focus LiveThe Official Adventures in Odyssey Podcast - Meet Paxton D. Kleinhauser III
Colby Rummell introduces Paxton D. Kleinhauser III and shares the long road that finally brought him to Adventures in Odyssey. Plus, Bob and Jesse reveal every…
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Practice Makes Parent - When Parents Are Incarcerated
Hosts Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James speak with Betsy Wright and Nikki Mattison from Angel Tree Ministry about children who have absent parents. If you…
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Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage - Men Embracing Chivalrous Marriages
Drs. Greg and Erin Smalley welcome Pastor Seth Troutt, author of Authentic Masculinity, to discuss God’s design for masculinity in marriage and parenting…
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Focus on the Family Commentary - Benefits of Raising a Bookworm
Are you worried that your child reads too much? Jim Daly encourages you to understand that bookworms often develop character more deeply than children who…
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Focus on the Family Minute - Making Your Teen Aware of Dating Abuse
Dee Dee Said shares a story about a time her boyfriend in high school physically hurt her in front of his friends. Listen to today's broadcast Get "It Doesn't…
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Focus on the Family with Jim Daly - Exposing the Realities of Teen Dating Abuse
Abuse and manipulation in teen relationships are devastating and sadly often happen without parents ever knowing. Identifying the warning signs and how to…
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Plugged In Entertainment Reviews - DVD Review: Matchbox the Movie
Matchbox the Movie leans into the over-the-top fun of Mattel Matchbox cars for its stunt-filled action. Will this spy movie live up to your childhood…
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Focus on the Family Weekend - Spiritual Practices for a Sanctified Life
What causes believers to feel distant from God? In this conversation, Pastor Gary Thomas continues to unmask the lies that keep us striving, doubting, and…
Focus LiveThe Official Average Boy Podcast - Official Average Boy Podcast #134
Fall is here, and Average Boy is looking for a new sport to try. Jesse and AB begin by looking back at some of AB’s unforgettable athletic adventures…
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Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast - When You Feel Like Married Roommates: Overcoming Emotional Disconnection
Up to 70% of couples in counseling say they feel emotionally disconnected from their spouse. In this episode, Jim Daly opens up about the blind spots that cost…
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Focus on the Family Parenting Podcast - Helping Your Child Deal with Bullies
Bullying can leave emotional scars that last a lifetime. John Fuller and Dr. Danny Huerta discuss how to recognize the signs, respond with compassion, and help…
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Practice Makes Parent - Learning To Be Limitless with Nick Vujicic
If you've ever felt that you "can't" or that the obstacles in your life are too insurmountable, you've GOT to listen to Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James'…
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Pastor to Pastor with Dave Stone - A Testament for Beating Burnout with Mark Neal
Burnout rarely shows up overnight, often shows up in the midst of success, and always goes after your soul. Join us this week as host Dave Stone sits down with…
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Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage - Your Emotions Matter (Part 2 of 2)
Dr. Erin and Dr. Greg Smalley continue their discussion with Debra Fileta about emotional awareness, warning against “spiritual bypassing” that skips hard…
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Focus on the Family Commentary - Authoritative Parents
How do you respond when your child makes a mistake? Jim Daly explains why the best parenting approach is discipline that’s firm without being harsh. Support…
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Focus on the Family Minute - A Visit to Calvary Chapel
A simple invitation to Calvary Chapel led to Joe Dallas hearing the gospel for the first time. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "The…
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Focus on the Family with Jim Daly - Leaving Pro-Gay Theology for True Faith
Joe Dallas shares his testimony of being repeatedly molested as a boy and pursuing homosexual encounters as a teenager. After becoming a Christian, Joe…
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Plugged In Entertainment Reviews - DVD Review: Moana (Live action)
Disney released a new live-action reimagining of the Oscar®-nominated animation #Moana. But should you answer this movie’s Ocean call? Plugged In has all the…
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ReFOCUS with Jim Daly - Choosing to Love Your Neighbor as Yourself
In this inspiring episode, Pastor Chip Ingram invites listeners to rediscover the power of Christlike love in a culture marked by division and self-interest…
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Focus on the Family Weekend - Praying for Your Marriage is Essential
Jodie Berndt adds to the Praying the Scriptures series by encouraging couples to pray for their marriages! She explains how you are responsible for your own…
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Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast - Beyond the Bruises: Naming the Abuse You Can't See
This month's theme is emotional safety. John Fuller, Dr. Greg and Dr. Erin Smalley, and guest Karen DeArmond Garner unpack the many forms abuse can take…
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Focus on the Family Parenting Podcast - Emotions: Great Followers, Terrible Leaders
Culture tells kids, "If I feel it, it's true." John Fuller and Dr. Danny Huerta unpack the lies children hear about emotions with Hilary Ferrer of Mama Bear…
Focus LiveThe Official Adventures in Odyssey Podcast - The Avery Awards 2026: Shady Back Alleys, Falling Pianos, and Fan Favorites
With retirement just days away, Bob takes on one last case when a mysterious tip claims this year’s Avery Awards are fixed! Follow Bob and Jesse as they chase…
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Practice Makes Parent - The Parenting Research Roundup
Do you have a favorite child? Probably! Are you a dolphin, elephant, or free-range parent? Do you know? Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James go through some…
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Pastor to Pastor with Dave Stone - Raising Up Missionaries with Michael Berg
Something is stirring in Gen Z. This week, join host Dave Stone as he sits down with YWAM Orlando founder Michael Berg to talk about how you can disciple a…
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Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage - Your Emotions Matter (Part 1 of 2)
Do you prioritize spiritual health while neglecting emotional health? Have you intentionally aligned with the Holy Spirit when it comes to your feelings? Drs…
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Focus on the Family Commentary - 936 Pennies
Time is fleeting. Your children will grow up in the blink of an eye. Jim Daly encourages parents to do lots of wild activities with their kids, but not to lose…
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Focus on the Family Minute - If She Never Reciprocates
Jim Ramos shares about a life-changing decision in his marriage. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Dialed In" Explore more episode…
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Focus on the Family with Jim Daly - Man Enough to Love Well
Jim and Shanna Ramos share their story of marriage revitalization after Jim decided to out-love and out-serve Shanna. Jim encourages men to step up as leaders…
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Plugged In Entertainment Reviews - DVD Review: Amazing Grace
This stirring biopic may well change the sad fact that most Americans don’t know who William Wilberforce was—or how he struggled for two decades to abolish the…
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Focus on the Family Weekend - How to Make Peace with What You Can’t Control
Lysa TerKerust discusses her newest book, Making Peace with What I Can't Control: Find Relief from the Exhaustion of Overthinking, Trying to Fix Others, and…
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The Official Average Boy Podcast - Official Average Boy Podcast #133
What do you do when a giant red wasp invades your house and traps your mom in the pantry? If you're Average Boy, you gear up for battle! In this hilarious…
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Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast - If You're Teammates with Different Personalities
Your spouse's differences aren't a bug, they're a feature. Kathi Lipp and Sheri Gregory, authors of Overwhelmed, join the Focus on the Family Marriage podcast…
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Focus on the Family Parenting Podcast - If You’re Pouring 110% Into Your Kids
John Fuller and Dr. Danny Huerta explore the mental health challenges parents face in the exhausting early years, sharing honestly about spousal tension and…
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Practice Makes Parent - The ADHD Family (Part 2 of 2)
We're continuing our conversation with Dr. Tamara Rosier, author of You, Me & Our ADHD Family, focusing on family communication. She highlights emotional…
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Pastor to Pastor with Dave Stone - Living as Defiant Lights with Nirup Alphonse
Offense has become the currency of the modern world, and we, as the Church, are not immune. Join us this week as host Dave Stone sits down with pastor and…
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Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage - Marriage: The Creation of Us
Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley interview Pastor Kevin A. Thompson about his book The Creation of Us. Kevin emphasizes that marriage is its own entity where both…
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Focus on the Family Commentary - Not Smart but Intelligent
Some kids are artists or musicians or understand chemistry. Other kids are good at sports or rebuilding engines. Jim Daly explains why every parent needs to…
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Focus on the Family Minute - Your Child Needs Faithful, Not Perfect
Juan Sanchez explains why your child doesn’t need a perfect parent. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Reaching Your Child’s Heart"…