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#338: Dads, Your Teen Needs This More Than Advice (Feat. James McLamb)
What do today’s teens need most from their parents?
According to research involving more than 2,500 young people, the answer isn't better technology rules, stricter discipline, or more information—it's identity,...
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Episode #336: To the Mom Who Homeschools: Choosing the Hard, Holy Yes (Feat. Madeline Jones)
Homeschooling isn’t just an educational choice—it’s often a deeply personal calling. In this honest and encouraging conversation, Suzanne sits down with her daughter Madeline to talk about the real-life joys,...
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#328: Stop Feeling Like Roommates: Practical Marriage Habits for Parents With Marriage 365
In this episode, Don and Suzanne talk with Casey and Meygan Caston from Marriage365 about simple, practical marriage tools for busy parents. If your relationship feels stuck in logistics, resentment, or disconnection,...
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#324: Turning 90 Days of Holidays into Lasting Family Memories
Holiday Chaos or Holiday Memories?
Creating Traditions That Last
The holiday season is here—and with it comes the mix of joy, chaos, and never-ending to-do lists. 🎁 From decorating the house to wrapping gifts,...
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#323: Re-Run ALERT! Two Ingredients for the BEST Thanksgiving Week (Part 2)
Re-Run ALERT! Two Ingredients for the BEST Thanksgiving Week (Part 2)
Part 2 (Ep. 323, originally Ep. 144)
Welcome back, Crazy Cool Families! Today we’re continuing our series, ‘Two Ingredients for the BEST...
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#322: Re-Run ALERT! Two Ingredients for the BEST Thanksgiving Week (Part 1)
Two Ingredients for the BEST Thanksgiving Week (Part 1)
Part 1 (Ep. 322, originally Ep. 143)
Thanksgiving can be one of the most joyful times of the year—or one of the most stressful. In this episode, we’re bringing...
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#321: Is Family Worth It? (Don’s Perspective on 30+ years of parenting AND becoming an empty nester!)
From Chaos to Connection: 30+ Years of Parenting Lessons
After 33 years of parenting seven kids, Don and Suzanne Manning are stepping into a brand-new season: empty nesters! But before you picture peace and quiet,...
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#320: Is Family Worth It? (Suz’s Perspective on 30+ years of parenting AND becoming an empty nester!)
30+ Years, 7 Kids, One Big Lesson: Family Is Worth It
In this episode, Macy rapid-fires questions at Suz, drawing out three decades of parenting wisdom from raising seven kids to navigating the empty-nest season....
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#317: Surviving the Meltdown Moment
Parenting Through Meltdowns:
Turning Chaos into Connection
Every parent has been there—the dreaded meltdown. Whether it’s your toddler on the kitchen floor, your teenager slamming a door, or even you holding back...
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#316: Grace and Discipline: Can You Really Do Both?
Can you parent with grace and discipline at the same time?
Absolutely. In this episode, Don and Suzanne Manning explain how to combine God’s favor (grace) with training to standards (discipline) to build...
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#313: Reclaiming Motherhood
Reclaiming Motherhood: Hard ≠ Bad
Suzanne sits down with her daughters—now mothers themselves—for an honest, hope-filled conversation about reclaiming a life-giving vision of motherhood. They unpack the tension most...
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#309: 🍂 Podcast Re-Run: Make This Fall Your Best Yet! 🍂
How to Start the School Year with Confidence (Not Chaos)
Back-to-school season can feel like a whirlwind—supplies, sports, schedules, and stress. In this episode of the Crazy Cool Family Podcast, Don and Suzanne...
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