
18 Summers: Podcast for Parents
Welcome to the 18 Summers Podcast for Parents! Family life is essential – hosts Jim & Jamie Sheils are on a mission to help you live your best one. You’ll hear personal, inspiring and mindset-shifting stories from thought leaders in parenting, entrepreneurship and more. You CAN find success in business WITHOUT sacrificing your family.
Always authentic and relatable, Jim & Jamie have guided thousands of families in creating the family life they’ve always wanted. Listen in and learn how you, too, can ignite your family life to make the absolute most of your 18 Summers.
Latest episodes

Aug 30, 2023 • 38min
Do These To Equip Girls With Life Skills For Success with Becky Fife, Katie Parker, and Allie Callister
A confident girl has the potential to create positive change within her household, local community, and even the world. So we invited Becky Fife, Katie Parker, and Allie Callister to help your kids learn life skills and tools to help them live happier lives. Tune in now! Key takeaways to listen for How vital is middle school in developing young children? Why kids need to focus on self-confidence instead of comparing themselves to others Ways to foster passion and gratitude in your kids A powerful perspective on helping your kids appreciate their own body What role do daily routines play in regulating your emotions Resources TikTok Instagram Facebook I BELIEVE IN ME Singers Company About Becky Fife, Katie Parker, and Allie Callister Becky, Katie, and Allie co-manage a learning platform called Bloom Fully that strives to provide the best opportunity for girls to grow and bloom into who they are proposed to be. The company focuses on developing tools and habits that create a strong mind and heart for young children. Connect with Becky, Katie, and Allie Website: Bloomfully Podcast: 3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms | Apple Podcast and Spotify Instagram: @ibelieveinmegirls Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Aug 23, 2023 • 31min
Beyond Shapewear: Redefining Beauty and Building Dreams with Susie Taaffe
Presenting a revolutionary anti-shapewear undergarment collection that celebrates the natural curves of femininity and beauty, Susie Taaffe joins us in an episode about self-love, confidence, and entrepreneurship. Check out her inspiring story, which stands as a powerful testament to the resilience and success achievable by single mothers today. Key takeaways to listen for Starting your own business: Motivations and its impact on family quality time How to balance entrepreneurial growth and raising a family Why flexible rules and boundaries are advisable for growing children Self-care ideas to try when decompressing from the stress Powerful affirmations in enabling self-love and body confidence Resources Celeste Barber Sara Blakely Sex and the City About Susie Taaffe Susie has been successfully redefining beauty standards in Australia with Pettipants Underwear since 2019. She was recognized for her work in Championing Health by The Best of Telstra Business Awards and awarded the Brisbane Lord Mayor's Women in Business Grant in 2023. With her company, Skanties, every woman can feel comfortable, confident, and beautiful in her skin. It's time to change the conversation about body image, and Skanties is leading the way. Connect with Susie Taaffe Website: Skanties Instagram: @skanties Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Aug 15, 2023 • 41min
Solidify Your Parent-Child Connection in the Face of Adversity with Tim Storey
Prepare for an insightful episode featuring Tim Storey as we explore diverse life experiences and the profound significance of nurturing connections with your children. Today, he shares invaluable insights on overcoming personal and family challenges and resources that amplify your kids' learning journey. Forge family ties that withstand the test of time by tuning in! Key takeaways to listen for Actionable steps for dealing with setbacks and life challenges Therapeutic methods for managing family challenges 3 practical ways adults can become better parents to their kids A simple method for managing your kids' expectations How educational networks influence the well-being of the people Resources Grant Cardone Elevate Experiences 5th Degree Academy GravyStack David Meltzer Family Board Meeting by Jim Sheils and Jamie Sheils | Paperback and Hardcover It’s Time for Your Comeback by Tim Storey | Hardcover Comeback & Beyond by Tim Storey | Kindle, Paperback, and Hardcover About Tim Storey Tim is an acclaimed culture-influencing thought leader, life strategist, author, speaker, and counselor. Known for his insight and coaching among high-profile individuals who find themselves in a place of personal recovery and discovery, he has been labeled as the Original Comeback Coach. Connect with Tim Storey Website: Tim Storey LinkedIn: Tim Storey Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Aug 9, 2023 • 34min
Safe and Organic Food Alternatives To Raise Healthier Children with David Steinman
Have you considered measuring the chemical affiliation of your everyday food consumption? Our guest, David Steinman, is here to illuminate the health concerns that today’s modern environment is facing, what its harmful impacts are to you and your kids, and the top alternatives to live a healthier life. Join us and make a change! Key takeaways to listen for An environmental chemical damage that every consumer has to know Why you need to be cautious of toxic substances in products you use Healthy alternatives to common food and products and where to find them The harmful ingredients in medications and why you should avoid them How toxic consumption is affecting today’s generational development Resources Healthy Living Magazine LA Weekly Heal the Bay Skyhorse Publishing Rise St. James Raising Healthy Kids by David Steinman | Kindle and Hardcover Barnes & Noble About David Steinman David Steinman is an award-winning journalist who has written best-selling and critically acclaimed environmental and health books. His work in safe cosmetics, taken from the forthcoming book Raising Healthy Kids, is featured in the HBO Max documentary Not So Pretty. His investigative reporting and writing have won awards from Best of the West, California Newspaper Publishers’ Association, Sierra Club, and the Green Book Festival. Connect with David Steinman Website: David Steinman Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Jul 19, 2023 • 30min
Transformative Parenting through Empowering Connections with Andee Martineau
Cultivating discipline at home can be overwhelming, especially when you're raising young kids. So in this episode, we invited Andee Martineau to share her insights on how to encourage obedience in children through connection, trust, and nurturing actions. Stay tuned to learn more! Key takeaways to listen for How easily children can absorb observable emotions Internally reflective steps in strengthening the parent-child connection Best parenting advice to help you handle difficult children A relationship-centered approach to establishing leadership as parents Why having a well-developed brain is critical for children’s emotions Resources David Zalman Connect Method Parenting by Andee Martineau | Audible and Paperback About Andee Martineau Andee’s a mom of 6 children, sharing her experience as a reformed yeller; she created the Connect Method Parenting. She’s on a mission to help moms feel in control, bring the fun back into parenting, and ditch the yelling, corrections, and persistent feelings of failure! Connect with Andee Martineau Website: Connect Method Parenting Instagram: @andeemartineau Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Jul 12, 2023 • 35min
Reclaim Your Body’s Healing Power through Peptide Therapy with Regan Archibald
In today's era of healing evolution, conventional medicine might not always be the best answer for maximizing results. Discover the wonders of alternative medicine through Regan Archibald and his natural remedies of utilizing peptide therapy and achieving a detoxified body by tuning in! Key takeaways to listen for A 4-step cleansing method to eliminate parasites in your body Peptides: What they are and their role in pleiotropic healing How peptides contribute to creating a holistic healing result Ways peptides are utilized in today’s alternative medicine Natural remedies to address the hormonal imbalance in young adults About Regan Archibald Regan Archibald, Lac, FMP, is one of the leading Peptide Specialists in the nation and serves as a Regenerative Therapy and Peptide Consultant at the award-winning clinic he founded in 2004, East West Health (acueastwest.com) and now Integrated Pain Specialists. Regan is the founder of Go Wellness and is the creator of the Peptide Mastery Course. He is a member of the International Peptide Society. He is the author of 8 books, including, Never Stop Healing and Your Health Transformation. Connect with Regan Archibald Website: Regan Archibald Instagram: @eastwesthealthclinic Office Number: (801) 582-2011 Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Jul 5, 2023 • 33min
Cultivate a Happier Employee Experience with Joey Coleman
Reshape how you think about recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and retaining quality team members in this episode with Joey Coleman as he elaborates on how business owners function similarly to parents raising a family. Learn the best ways to create a productive and appreciative workplace environment through empowerment by tuning in today! Key takeaways to listen for Mutually beneficial reasons for enhancing the employee experience The do’s and don’ts of recruitment and worker retention Ways to determine your employee’s happiness in the workplace Approaches to training employees in responsibility and empowerment How defining work terminologies influence your company’s culture Resources Never Lose An Employee Again by Joey Coleman | Kindle, Hardcover, and Audiobook Barnes & Noble The Wall Street Journal About Joey Coleman Joey has helped organizations retain their best customers and turn them into raving fans via his entertaining and actionable keynotes, workshops, and consulting projects. He has a long history of energizing and motivating audiences to enhance their customers’ experiences. He is an award-winning speaker at national and international conferences, competing against New York Times bestselling authors, business leaders, and internet sensations/celebrities. Connect with Joey Coleman Website: Joey Coleman Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Jun 28, 2023 • 32min
Entrepreneurial Harmony: Balancing Business and Relationships for Success with Kelly Clements
Are you a growth-oriented entrepreneur who is struggling to balance business and personal relationships? Then this episode is for you! Develop an equally nurturing dynamic with your partner while prioritizing your well-being when you listen to the whole show. Key takeaways to listen for The downside of having a great ambition gap between spouses Why setting personal boundaries is important in a relationship 2 addictions in entrepreneurial marriages and ways to mitigate them Debunking marital phantoms to help your marriage thrive A powerful way to battle imposter syndrome and stay grounded Resources Grow Your Business Without Growing Apart by Kelly Clements | Kindle, Hardcover, and Paperback Strategic Coach Genius Network The Second Place Myth of Adoption About Kelly Clements Kelly is a strategic coach, and this is where she got her start in the coaching industry. She worked with successful entrepreneurs to implement the concepts and strategies taught by Dan Sullivan. The idea of “work less, make more” was a foundational lifestyle that helped her clients achieve progress. Connect with Kelly Website: Kelly Instagram: @the_entreprenewer Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Jun 21, 2023 • 29min
Breaking Conventional Parenting for Strong-Willed Children with Wendy Snyder
Are you struggling to manage the strong personalities of your children? These signs indicate that you are raising a strong-willed kid! Join Wendy Snyder as she teaches you how to transform your child's assertive behavior into empowering assets to help them become proactive individuals in the future. Remember, their potential begins with you, so tune in to the podcast and discover how you can help shape their success! Key takeaways to listen for How to compassionately approach strong-willed children What causes the typical parenting paradigm to be one-sided? Ways to turn a child’s strong-willed behavior into a form of empowerment Cooperative communication and how it improves a child’s decision-making skills Why compassionate discipline is essential in embracing mistakes Resources Google Free Strong Willed Planning Worksheet Join The Fresh Start Experience About Wendy Snyder Wendy is a certified positive parenting educator & family life coach, Inspiring parents to learn & grow through connection-based firm & kind strategies. As the host of The Fresh Start Family Show & Founder of Fresh Start Family, Wendy helps parents ditch the threats, yelling & harsh punishments so they can live as joyful & confident parents. Connect with Wendy Website: Fresh Start Family Podcast: Fresh Start Family Show | Apple Podcast and Spotify Instagram: @freshstartwendy Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Jun 14, 2023 • 33min
Think and Live Legendary to Build Your Legacy with Justin Breen
As an advocate of living an epic and legendary life, today's guest explores the wonders of raising a family and its impact on personal development. Join us in this conversation with Justin Breen to gain invaluable tips for living a fulfilling life. Key takeaways to listen for 3 tips for living an epic and legendary life What are the personal growth benefits of being a parent? The impact of your life experiences on how your raise children 2 questions you need to ask yourself to create dynamic relationships in your family Why embodying a wise soul with a childlike mindset is favorable for entrepreneurs Resources Amazon.com Passive Income Playbook by Jim Sheils and Jamie Sheils | Kindle Barnes & Noble 8fact IAmDriven.com About Justin Breen Justin Breen is guiding BrEpic Communications LLC with over 20+ years in the media business, has won dozens of editing and writing awards, and is an author of countless viral stories. BrEpic will write clicky stories highlighting you or your business and find the right pitch for multiple media outlets. Let BrEpic build your brand with creative content and successful pitches to mainstream media today. Connect with Justin Breen Website: BrEpic Communications LLC Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe