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The Family Business with The Alessis
Learn how to build a stronger, happier family from a pastor's family saying things they can't say on Sundays. Hosted by Steve and Mary Alessi, you’ll hear powerful conversations with their family, who all work in the same church, that will show you the keys to a great marriage, healthy families, and a multi-generational legacy. Now with over 50,000 downloads, we invite you to join the Podience and discover why family is everybody’s business!
Episodes
209 episodes
Iron Sharpens Iron: What Every Man Needs In Order to Level Up (with Aaron Walker)
Ever wondered what it really takes for men to finish well in life—at home and in business? In this powerful throwback episode, Steve Alessi sits down with entrepreneur Aaron Walker to talk about the life-changing impact of ...
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How to Raise Confident Kids In Uncertain Times | Martha Munizzi & Mary Alessi (Top 10 Epsiode)
Worried about raising confident kids in a world that seems upside down?It might be time to rethink what it means to lead with conviction as a parent.In this classic episode from our archives, Mary Alessi teams up with her twin sis...
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What We're Planning Next on the TFB (in under a minute)
Wondering what the Alessis are up to in this pre-season? Here's a quick update on what we're planning on our YouTube channel! Stay tuned for brand new episodes and a upgraded video experience coming soon! Make sure to s...
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How to Help Your Children Discover Their Unique Gifts (Even When They Can't See It)
Do you have a child that struggles to find their 'place' in your family? Or maybe you're the one who felt like your gifts didn't help the family at all? Join Steve and Lauren Alessi as they peel back the curtain on what it really ta...
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35:53
Gentle Parenting Fail: Why Trends Don't Help You Raise Confident Kids (Top 10 Episode)
Is “gentle parenting” helping—or hurting—your kids in the long run?You'll find out in this top 10 episode flashback, as Steve and Mary Alessi discuss the hot topic of discipline versus gentle parenting, tackling everything from kid...
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32:59
The Honest Truth Every Young Woman Should Know about Modesty (Top 10 Episode)
Is dressing modestly just an outdated rule, or actually meaningful for young women today?In this throwback episode from Season 6, you'll hear from Gaby, Lauren, and Stephanie as they dive headfirst into the honest truth about modesty—wha...
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7 Ways Couples Can Support Each Other When Life Gets Tough (Top 10 Episode)
Ever felt helpless when your spouse is struggling with a major issue? How can you be there for them when things are just not working out? In this top ten episode from Season 5, Steve and Mary Alessi dove into the heart of marriage b...
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Beyond Hot Flashes? The Hidden Impact of Hormones on Women's Health and Relationships
Some call it "The Change." Others refer to "Private Summers", or "The Big M'. No matter what you call it, there's a major, unavoidable physical shift that every woman has to face - and how you handle it could have long-lasting effec...
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Season 7
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Episode 46
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43:10
Faith or Foolishness? What to Think About When Making Big Decisions
Ever feel torn between pursuing big dreams and being responsible—especially when life doesn’t fit neatly into your plans?In this episode, Stephanie and Christopher Muiña get real about navigating the tension between faithfulness and wisd...
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Season 7
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Episode 45
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47:44
Team Us! How To Handle the Identity Changes of Marriage
True or false? Marriage means more than just changing a last name - it means changing EVERYTHING. Whether it's the bride and groom moving out for the first time, or the parents and siblings letting go of the past - everyone has to ...
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Season 7
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Episode 44
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1:02:47
Why Trusting Influencers with Your Faith is So Dangerous
Are Instagram preachers and TikTok theologians taking the place of pastors and slowly eroding what Christians believe? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on influencer culture and its growing influence on faith communities—re...
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Season 7
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Episode 43
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57:09
Fallen Pastors: Should We Respond with Rejection or Restoration?
In this honest and insightful episode, Steve and Mary Alessi continue the conversation on the challenges faced by churches, Christians, and families when influential pastors and worship leaders fall into scandal or public failure.&nb...
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Season 7
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Episode 42
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1:06:49
From Crisis to Champion! Hockey, Heart Attacks, and Turning Trauma into Triumph
Is it possible that your worst day can become your greatest testimony? And if so, how do you endure long enough to flip the script? In this heart-felt "long-play" summer road-trip episode, Steve and Mary Alessi sit down ...
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Season 7
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Episode 41
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1:08:19
Worship Leaders Gone Wild? Our Response to Michael Tait, Kirk Franklin, and Brandon Lake's "Bubba"
How do you respond when the people you trust step out of line? In the Family Business, much of our work revolves around ministry, and several issues involving prominent worship leaders have become front page news in recent weeks. We...
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Season 7
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Episode 40
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1:08:17
Is Celebrity Christianity Real? + Fashion Fails (Summer Road Trip Series)
Summer's the time to buckle the family in for the classic road trip...and we've got all the hot topics you'll need to keep everyone happy! Join Mary and Steve Alessi as they take you along for a candid car ride full of laughs, real ...
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Season 7
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Episode 39
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1:02:54
How To Help Kids Handle Humiliation and Get Mentally Stronger | S7 E38
Are your kids worried about being embarrassed publicly- and could that be a good thing? In this conversation, Steve Alessi and his daughter Lauren dig into the reality of public humiliation and why facing mean words, awkward ...
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Season 7
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Episode 38
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She Said Yes! How to Set The Right Expectations from Dating to Engagement | S7 E37
There's nothing like the journey from dating - to love - to a marriage proposal - but there's a lot of stuff to handle before and after that pivotal "yes". To sort out this very real struggle, Gaby Alessi, who is newly engaged to he...
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Season 7
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Episode 37
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32:07
Birth Rate Breakdown? Why It's Better for Society (and Couples) to Have Children | S7 E36
Does starting a family means giving up your dreams—or does it actually unlock a richer, more fulfilling life?Chris and Richelle Alessi open up about their own leap into parenthood, tackling the fears, cultural pressures, and surprising j...
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Season 7
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Episode 36
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31:00
Why Your Kids Need Outdoor Activities in an Inside World | S7 E35
Wishing that your kids spent less time glued to screens? There's an easy antidote - and it's as close as your backyard. Step into a lively, all-guys conversation with Steve Alessi, his son Chris Alessi, and son-in-law Christopher Mu...
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Season 7
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Episode 35
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36:06
Tariffs, Trade Wars and Trouble? How to Stay Calm in an Uncertain Economy | S7 E34
It seems every news story you hear in the spring of 2025 starts with the terrible T word in it... "tariff." The scary economic news might be hitting more than just your wallet - it's also possibly causing you stress and anxiety at h...
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Season 7
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Episode 34
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33:14
"Confessions of a Control Freak" (TFB Top 10 Episode)
In this "Best of TFB" flashback, we're going back in time to revisit one of our most memorable episodes: “Confessions of a Control Freak.” This was one of our most honest, light-hearted, and revealing discussions about what it real...
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Are Selfish Habits Silently Killing Your Marriage? (How to Identify Them) | S7 E33
If there was a test that measured your selfishness ...what would your score be? Most people don't detect their own selfish actions until it's too late - and in a marriage, that can be a death sentence leading to pain and heartbreak....
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Season 7
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Episode 33
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32:57
How to Steer Your Child Toward Healthy Phone Habits | S7 E32
Tired of trying to get your kids off their phones and back into reality? Maybe the answer isn't just taking away our children's devices. Are our children's obsessions with their devices actually a sign of dysfunction or ...
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Season 7
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Episode 32
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32:52
Win-Win Marriage! How to Get On the Same Page with Your Spouse | S7 E31
Struggling with miscommunication in your marriage? Wishing that you could work more closely with your spouse and create harmony in your home? In this honest and insightful episode, Chris and Richelle Alessi dive into building a stro...
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Season 7
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Episode 31
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33:30
Just Married, Now What? How to Set Healthy Expectations for Your First Year of Marriage | S7 E30
Is the first year of marriage really the hardest? And if so, what can a couple do to avoid letting a beautiful newlywed season turn into a rollercoaster of disappointments and unmet expectations? Join Steve and Mary Ales...
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Season 7
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Episode 30
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