Gareth interviews youth leader, church leader and mum Rachel Gardner about ways to encourage our children and young people to engage with church in meaningful, helpful ways. Abandoned by the rest of the Famalam due to illness or work(!) Gareth flies solo and discusses with Rachel the vital role that children and young people play in the church community, highlighting the role of belonging, modelling and spiritual practices in our family life helping make church a welcoming space for all.

In this episode we discuss the dynamics of church attendance within families. We explore how to help children and young people engage with church in a healthy way, the balance between church commitments and other activities, the role of choice in faith, and the significance of encountering Jesus. The conversation also touches on the importance of a positive church environment, the impact of role models, and the necessity of honest conversations about faith and community.

Gareth, Lizzy, and Lucy interview Phil and Dani Knox discussing the significance of friendship. Phil wrote the book ‘The Best of Friends: Choose Wisely, Care Well’ (IVP, 2023). The conversation explores the qualities that make a good friend, the importance of modeling friendships for children, and how to navigate the complexities of friendships as children grow into adolescence and adulthood.

In this episode, Gareth, Lizzy, Daisy, Lucy and Toby explore the dynamics of friendship within a family context. They discuss personal experiences, what to look for in a good friend, and how parents can encourage positive friendships for their kids. Highlights include the importance of choosing life-giving friends, the balance between Christian and non-Christian friendships, the significance of shared interests, and the challenges of toxic relationships.

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Helping Children Make Friends: What Parents Can Do By Claire McCarthy, MD https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/helping-children-make-friends-what-parents-can-do-202303062899

5 Tips to Help Your Child Make New Friends by Bekki Lindner https://www.scholastic.com/parents/school-success/learning-toolkit-blog/5-tips-helping-children-develop-friendships.html

In this episode Gareth and Toby interview Dr. Roger Bretherton, Professor of Psychology, exploring the relationship between anxiety and family dynamics. They discuss how anxiety can be transmitted from parents to children, the psychological differences between fear and anxiety, and the importance of open communication in managing these emotions.

Dr. Bretherton shares insights on the role of attachment theory and strategies for parents to help their children navigate anxiety while also addressing their own mental health.

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How do you avoid putting your fears on your kids? In this episode we talk about anxiety, exploring personal experiences and insights on how to manage fears and the impact of parental anxiety on children. We consider the balance between protection and exposure, and how family dynamics play a crucial role in shaping responses to anxiety.

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Lucy and Gareth interview Jonathan Beecham about families and screens, gaming, boundaries and growing in faith.

Jonathan runs Emmaus Gaming, creating discipleship and evangelistic content for young people aged 12-18 using video games. Follow him on Instagram @emmaus.gg

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In our first full episode we talk about screens and families in the the digital age - how different generations handle tech, screen time, and raising kids today.

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BBC news article https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c1lelqg0jy3o