What a gift it was to sit down with our friends Levi Lusko and Jennie Lusko. These two are real, honest, kind, thoughtful, deep, and point all of us to Jesus. It’s who they are and what this entire conversation is full of. We can’t wait for you to listen in on this conversation and believe it will bring you fresh hope and life. . . . . . For a deeper dive, check out the Ages and Stages Discussion Guides up on our website - with Try it Out sections and devotionals for each day of the week. Go to raisingboysandgirls.com/shop and scroll down to the bottom!Sign up to receive the monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share!Go behind the scenes and watch our podcast on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings Chart. Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com. . . . . .If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form. A special thank you to our sponsors: BYU Radio - The Apple Seed Podcast: Find The Apple Seed wherever you get your podcasts and check out this article!Wayfair: Visit Wayfair.com or download the Wayfair app.Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/RBG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emily Ley, an esteemed author and creator of organizational tools, shares her insights into helping children navigate feelings of loneliness, especially as they head back to school. She discusses her book, "You'll Always Have a Friend," which provides kids with practical strategies for making friends and managing social anxieties. The conversation also covers fostering empathy and connection among peers, as well as the importance of encouraging entrepreneurial spirit in children. Emily’s tips are both creative and actionable, perfect for parents looking to empower their kids.

It was every bit as much of a delight to have a conversation with Brandon and Siebe Heath as we knew it would be. They are two people we have both liked and respected for many years. And feel even more that way after getting to have this rich conversation with the two of them on Intentional Parenting. We’re so excited for you to listen in on the wisdom and thoughtfulness of Brandon and Siebe Heath. If you enjoyed today's episode, you may also enjoy Episode 22: Creating a Playful and Welcoming Environment for Your Kids with Emily and Matthew West. If you missed last year's Music City Series we have a Spotify playlist created just for you!. . . . .Sign up to receive the monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share!Go behind the scenes and watch our podcast on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings Chart. Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com. . . . . .A special thank you from our sponsor:KiwiCo: Get 50% off your first month on ANY crate line at kiwico.com with promo code RBG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How many of you are Needtobreathe fans out there?! We sure are and are even moreso after this conversation with Bear Rinehart and his wise, wonderful wife, Mary. We had SUCH a rich, fun conversation about parenting, about each of their favorite songs of his AND about the power of vulnerability in parenting. We can’t wait for you to listen and let’s do it again. We’d love to hear your favorite either Needtobreathe OR Wilder Woods song below! And…if you’re not familiar yet with Wilder Woods, you’ll have to listen in on this conversation for more info!If you missed last year's Music City Series we have a Spotify playlist created just for you!. . . . .Sign up to receive the monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share!Go behind the scenes and watch our podcast on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings Chart. Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com. . . . . .A special thank you from our sponsors:Our Place: Go to fromourplace.com and enter my code RBG at checkout to receive 10% off sitewide. Our Place offers a 100 day trial with free shipping and returns. Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/RBG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Warning: the joy is going to ooze out of your speakers or AirPods this episode. We were grinning from ear to ear the entire conversation with our dear and delightful friend Ellie Holcomb. We are SO excited about her new album, All of My Days, that goes along with the expanded and updated edition of her bestselling devotional, Fighting Words! Plus, of course, we talk about parenting, too! Like you, we adore Ellie, trust her heart and thoroughly enjoy every conversation with her wise, wonderful self…this one included! We know you will, too!. . . . .If you loved this episode with Ellie, go back to Episode 85: How to Find and Share Joy in Parenting and listen to our conversation her and her husband, Drew!If you missed last year's Music City Series we have a Spotify playlist created just for you!. . . . .Sign up to receive the monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share!Go behind the scenes and watch our podcast on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings Chart. Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com. . . . . .A special thank you from our sponsors:CAIN - I'm So Blessed: Head to imsoblessedbook.com to be entered for a chance to win a VIP experience for you and 3 others to see CAIN in concert in 2025! You’ll also get free downloadable coloring pages, and posters of the book characters.Field of Greens: Get started with 15% off AND free shipping. Visit fieldofgreens.com and use promo code RBG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We loved getting to sit and have a conversation with two people we have loved and admired for so long, Andi and Charlie Peacock Ashworth. In fact, we were both attending a Bible study in their home (which we’ll talk about) before we knew them or each other, way back in our 20’s, along with all of the other 20 and 30 and 40-something year old’s in Nashville. We have learned so much from these two, as they have invited us in to so many conversations over the years, whether those conversations took place through books or music or in person. We can’t wait for you to listen in and learn from them, too, as we talk about music, the family table, and their new book, Why Everything That Doesn’t Matter, Matters So Much. And, by the way, these two are a husband and wife creative powerhouse team, having authored and co-authored books, blogs and so many songs you know and love. . . . . .If you missed last year's Music City Series we have a Spotify playlist created just for you!. . . . .Sign up to receive the monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share!Go behind the scenes and watch our podcast on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings Chart. Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Russell Dickerson burst onto the country music scene with four consecutive chart-topping singles on the Billboard Country Airplay Chart. You’ve likely heard his music already with songs like “Yours,” “Blue Tacoma,” “Every Little Thing,” “Love You Like I Used To,” “She Likes It,” “God Gave Me A Girl,” and many others. What you may not know is that you’ve likely heard his wife, too—who is a part of our beloved That Sounds Fun Network family with her podcast, Coffee with Kailey. We loved this conversation with our new friends Russell and Kailey Dickerson and know you will, too! . . . . . If you missed last year's Music City Series we have a Spotify playlist created just for you!You may enjoy Episode 123: Parenting from a Place of Fullness with Lauren Akins and Thomas Rhett.. . . . .Sign up to receive the monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share!Go behind the scenes and watch our podcast on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings Chart. Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com. . . . . .A special thank you to our sponsors:Wayfair: Find everything you need to summer your way at Wayfair. Hiya Health: Go to hiyahealth.com/RBG and receive 50% off your first order.Needed: Head over to thisisneeded.com and use code RBG for 20% off your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever since we started dreaming up the Music City Series, we talked about how much we wanted to interview our friend, Holly Williams Coleman. She is a phenomenally talented artist in her own right as an acclaimed singer/songwriter. She is ALSO a retail entrepreneur and owner of White’s Mercantile, with 5 locations. She is ALSO a serial house renovator. She is ALSO married to artist/musician Chris Coleman, mom to four adorable littles. AND she’s one of the kindest people we know. (She also happens to be music royalty, which you’ll hear more about in the episode.) Holly is hilarious, brilliant, and a true delight to talk with. We can’t wait for you to listen in on this conversation with our friend Holly Willams Coleman. . . . . .Sign up to receive the monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share!Go behind the scenes and watch our podcast on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings Chart. Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com. . . . . .If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form. . . . . .A special thank you to our sponsor:KiwiCo: Get 20% off on your Summer Adventure Series at kiwico.com/rbgsummer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A 9 time GRAMMY nominee—a 5 time Dove Award Female vocalist of the year, 500 million streams and multiple #1 albums and singles on the Billboard Charts. But, more than that, she is truly one of the kindest, most encouraging people you will ever meet. We LOVED our conversation with the delightful Natalie Grant. We can’t wait for you to listen as she talks about parenting teens, singing for the president and her life-changing work at Hope for Justice. Natalie, we are so grateful for the difference you’re making in this world in so many ways and are confident you’ll be encouraged and inspired by this rich conversation! Also…go listen to her new album, Seasons and her duets with Dolly, Cece, and so many of our favorites! If you enjoyed this episode on raising teens, we also have a Spotify Playlist we've put together with past episodes where we talked about parenting teenagers. . . . . . If you missed last year's Music City Series we have a Spotify playlist created just for you!. . . . .Sign up to receive the monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share!Go behind the scenes and watch our podcast on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings Chart. Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com. . . . . .If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The song has been ringing through the rafters of Hopetown already this summer, as it does every year. It’s one of our kids’ favorites. They have hand motions and have the best time reminding themselves and each other of these words of truth. “My lighthouse, I will trust the promise. You will carry me safe to shore.” The song is My Lighthouse from Rend Collective and we would highly recommend you listen to it with the kids in your life. AND, we’re thrilled that our new friend Ali Gilkeson has written a children’s book based on the song. We can’t wait for you to listen in on this rich conversation about her new book, homeschooling, bus schooling, and the power of worship for kids! Find on Ali on Instagram. My Lighthouse Music VideoRend Co. Kids. . . . . If you missed last year's Music City Series we have a Spotify playlist created just for you!. . . . .Sign up to receive the monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share!Go behind the scenes and watch our podcast on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings Chart. Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com. . . . . .If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices