We've got a little twist this week with our I Wish My Husband Knew series on The Aro Podcast! Aro Co-Founder Joey is taking the reins and letting the wives know what their husbands wish they knew. Joey is joined by Mistye Wilson, the wife of Aro Co-Founder Heath, to discuss how wives may not realize the weight their words carry for their husbands. They tackle everything from the five love languages to nagging, and even how this topic can apply to communicating with our children. Joey and Mistye also dive into the concept of rebuke and encouragement, exploring how it can impact the cultivation of healthy communication in a marriage. Be sure to stick around until the end to hear Mistye's key takeaways from this discussion!- - - - - - - - - - - - - - Learn More About Aro Website | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | LinkedInThe Aro Podcast is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co.

This week on The Aro Podcast, Joey sits down with Mary Marantz, bestselling author of Dirt: Growing Strong Roots in What Makes the Broken Beautiful and host of The Mary Marantz Show. They dive into Mary's life story as portrayed in her book, sharing insights from her journey growing up in rural West Virginia to attending Yale Law School. Mary opens up about the process of writing her story, emphasizing the importance of authenticity over originality. Throughout the episode, they explore themes of reconciliation and understanding, particularly in the context of parent-child relationships, underscoring the significance of extending grace to our parents. Mary offers valuable reflections on personal growth, emphasizing that we can appreciate our past selves while embracing change. As the conversation unfolds, Mary shares wisdom on resilience, highlighting how challenges contribute to our strength and empathy. Mary Marantz Website | Instagram | The Mary Marantz Show | Dirt: Growing Strong Roots in What Makes the Broken Beautiful | The Achiever Quiz - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Learn More About Aro Website | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | LinkedInThe Aro Podcast is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co.

This week on The Aro Podcast, Joey sits down with Liz Forkin Bohannon, the founder of Sseko Designs, a purpose-driven fashion brand creating employment opportunities for women globally. Liz shares the journey of how Sseko Designs emerged to address a significant problem, bringing positive impact to young women in Uganda. Transitioning from her entrepreneurial story, Liz and Joey dive into another passion of Liz's —loneliness. Liz provides insightful perspectives on how loneliness manifests in people's lives, emphasizing how modern American culture often glorifies independence, inadvertently contributing to the loneliness epidemic. The conversation explores the influence of smartphones on the rise of loneliness, disrupting real-life connections and fostering a fake sense of connection called parasocial connections. Liz leaves us with valuable insights and practical tips on designing a life where real-life connections triumph over the allure of our phones. Liz Bohannon Website | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Plucking Up Podcast- - - - - - - - - - - - - - Learn More About Aro Website | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | LinkedInThe Aro Podcast is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co.

Welcome back to another episode of Voices of Aro! This month, Aro Co-Founder Joey sits down with Stephanie Christensen, a wife and homeschooling stay-at-home mom of 4 living in Gadsden, Alabama. In this episode, Stephanie shares a little bit about herself and her family, along with the moment she realized that her phone was getting in the way of her relationships. Stephanie recounts the all-too-relatable experience of intending to do something important on her phone, only to find herself mindlessly scrolling and engaging in less meaningful activities. She then reflects on the changes she's noticed in her household since becoming an Aro member, even outlining ten specific improvements. We wrap up the episode with Stephanie sharing some advice for the parents feeling the struggle of managing phones and technology in the home.If you're an Aro member and interested in sharing your own Aro story, please reach out to us at stories@goaro.com. We'd love to hear from you!- - - - - - - - - - - - - - Learn More About Aro Website | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | LinkedInThe Aro Podcast is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co.

I Wish My Husband Knew is back on The Aro Podcast with Aro Co-Founder Joey and Mistye Wilson, the wife of Aro Co-Founder Heath! This week, Mistye emphasizes the importance of partners working together as a team not only for the success of their marriage but also for their children. Mistye and Joey discuss how it's easy to fall into certain 'roles' within the family dynamic and offer advice on managing expectations and showing appreciation for each other's roles. They also dive into the evolution of marriage roles over the years. Joey shares insights from a husband's perspective on acting as a team, and both he and Mistye agree that each spouse's attitude is vital in a partnership. Stick around until the end of the episode to hear Mistye's key takeaway for listeners.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - Learn More About Aro Website | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | LinkedInThe Aro Podcast is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co.

This week on The Aro Podcast, Joey is joined by Alexa von Tobel, Founder and Managing Partner of Inspired Capital, and New York Times-Bestselling Author. Alexa shares her journey of building LearnVest, a groundbreaking financial planning company - from leaving Harvard Business School to the company's eventual acquisition. Joey and Alexa dive into the age-old question of whether money can buy happiness, with Alexa drawing from her experience researching happiness at Harvard to highlight the importance of community and connectedness. Alexa shares her household's happiness routines and discusses her latest book with Rebel Girls, Money Matters, aimed at empowering the next generation of women with financial literacy. She also emphasizes the significance of "money memories" and offers practical tips for making money enjoyable for kids while redefining the purpose of allowance. You don't want to miss this conversation packed with insights on money, happiness, and parenting.Alexa's Instagram | LinkedIn | For Starters Podcast |  Money Matters Book- - - - - - - - - - - - - - Learn More About Aro Website | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | LinkedInThe Aro Podcast is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co.

This week on The Aro Podcast, we're doing something a little different by bringing you an episode from the I Needed That podcast, hosted by Chris Powell and Mathew Blades. In this special episode, you'll find Aro Co-Founder Joey in the interviewee's seat, where he dives into how our relationship with our phones directly influences our relationships with others. You'll learn about the origins of Aro, how it functions, and the experience that made Joey realize how his phone was getting in the way of the relationships with the people he cared about most. Plus, Chris, Mathew, and Joey share their experiences navigating difficult conversations with their children. It's a candid and relatable conversation you don't want to miss!I Needed That Podcast Chris Powell on Instagram Mathew Blades on Instagram - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Learn More About Aro Website | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | LinkedInThe Aro Podcast is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co.

This week on The Aro Podcast, Joey sits down with Dr. John Delony, a seasoned crisis responder, speaker, and host of The Dr. John Delony Show. John shares his unique journey from avoiding the internet to amassing over a million followers, to the challenges of seeking validation and the importance of valuing approval from close relationships rather than those online. Joey and John dive into the most common advice sought on The Dr. John Delony Show, touching on the pressing issue of loneliness in today's world. John goes on to share principles from his latest book, Building a Non-Anxious Life, emphasizing the power of choosing reality. The episode wraps up with a discussion on the impact of phones on parent-child relationships, sparked by John's viral Instagram post advocating for prioritizing children over screens. Tune in for a conversation that navigates the complexities of modern life, mental health, and meaningful connections.John Delony Website | Instagram  | TikTok | Facebook | X Watch The Dr. John Delony Show Listen to The Dr. John Delony ShowOrder Building a Non-Anxious Life - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Learn More About Aro Website | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | LinkedInThe Aro Podcast is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co.

Welcome back to another episode of Voices of Aro! This month, Aro Co-Founder Joey sits down with Sam Hess, a husband and father of two living in Northern California. In this episode, Sam shares about how he was noticing his phone getting in the way of his relationships, mostly in what he called the "mini moments" of the day. He shares the importance of being present around your kids to truly notice what they need, because sometimes they don't always express it verbally. Sam goes on to share that he tried putting down his phone in every way you could think of, finding that none of them were as effective as Aro has been for him. We wrap up the episode with Sam sharing things he has noticed since having Aro in his home and his advice for parents dealing with phones and technology in the home.If you're an Aro member and interested in sharing your own Aro story, please reach out to us at stories@goaro.com. We'd love to hear from you!- - - - - - - - - - - - - - Learn More About Aro Website | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | LinkedInThe Aro Podcast is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co.

This week on The Aro Podcast, Aro Co-Founder Joey is joined by Darren Whitehead, the founder of Church of the City and author of The Digital Fast. Originally from Australia, Darren has spent over 25 years in the United States and brings a unique perspective to the impact of technology on our lives. In this episode, Darren and Joey explore the impact of smartphones on our lives, from the evolution of these devices to the effects of carrying them 24/7. The duo discusses the surprisingly positive response from teenagers who have participated in Darren's digital fast and the importance of giving yourself grace as a parent navigating technology. They explore the shift from play-based to phone-based childhoods, and Darren outlines his four-stage digital fast, drawing parallels between phone use and habits like smoking or eating fast food. You don't want to miss Darren's insights on reclaiming control over technology and fostering a more intentional family life.Darren Whitehead Instagram | Facebook | X | The Digital Fast Book- - - - - - - - - - - - - - Learn More About Aro Website | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | LinkedInThe Aro Podcast is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co.