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The Family Business with The Alessis: A Christian Parenting and Marriage Podcast
Find out why family is EVERYBODY'S business!
The Alessis are a rapidly growing family of pastors who all work on the same church staff - and they face the same problems found in any family business.
You’ll hear powerful conversations showing you how to build a happy marriage, a healthy family and a multi-generational legacy founded on Biblical principles. Now with over 200 episodes, we invite you to join our Podience and learn why family is everybody’s business.
For more information on our Christian family and marriage podcast, our ministry and how we help build strong Christian families, check out https://alessifamilybusiness.com.
Episodes
235 episodes
How to Handle Seasons When It Feels Like God is Delaying Your Dreams
Ever wonder if God’s still in your corner when your dreams seem stalled?In this transparent episode, Stephanie Alessi Muiña and her husband Christopher Muiña dig into what it really means to trust God during slow seasons of growth—whethe...
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Season 8
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Episode 25
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55:46
Newlywed Shock! Our Journey from Engagement to Our First Months of Marriage
Marriage is definitely worth the wait - but do you know what to focus on while you're preparing to marry the love of your life? In this episode, hosts Gaby Alessi Calatayud and her husband Christian make their debut as a co...
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Season 8
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Episode 24
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55:46
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How to Welcome Your Future Son- or Daughter-in Law into the Family (and truly mean it)
In this episode, you'll discover why your child’s future spouse is more than just a relationship choice—they’re an investment in your family’s future... and how wisdom, clear expectations, and intentional love can help you build strong relation...
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Season 8
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Episode 23
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50:04
God, Please Change My Spouse! What to Do When Your Marriage Expectations Don’t Match Reality
Are you praying that the person you married becomes more like the person you THOUGHT you married? In this episode, you'll discover why praying "God, please change my wife / husband" may not be the right kind of prayer... and how yo...
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Season 8
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Episode 22
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47:58
Do Opposites Still Attract? How Celebrating Your Differences Makes Your Marriage Stronger
Can the things that attracted you to your spouse when you were dating become annoyances when you're married? Perhaps, but if you make the effort, your differences can become the glue that keeps your marriage strong - even when those...
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Season 8
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Episode 21
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49:09
SHE Said: What Wives Wish Their Husbands Understood About Them
The men had their turn - now the ladies respond. Mary Alessi and her daughters Stephanie Alessi Muiña, Gaby Alessi Calatayud, and daughter-in-law Richelle Alessi dive into the heart of what women really want men to know. Hint: it’s ...
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Season 8
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Episode 20
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57:06
HE Said: 10 Things Men Wish Their Wives Understood
Ever wondered what husbands REALLY think about their wives? Get inside the minds of the men of the Family Business as they candidly unpack what’s going on beneath the surface in their relationships, from why men sometimes go quiet,...
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Season 8
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Episode 19
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52:18
Jokes or Jabs? How To Embrace Humor in your Relationships Without Hurting Feelings
"It's only a joke..." but is it really? Humor and sarcasm can be tricky in relationships—sometimes it’s playful, and other times it cuts deeper than intended. In this episode, you'll discover how joking, sarcasm, and humor play vita...
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Season 8
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Episode 18
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48:41
The Biggest Communication Mistakes in Every Marriage (and How to Fix Them)
In this episode, we cover our best strategies for improving communication in marriage - so that even your arguments can be turned into opportunities to build a stronger relationship with your spouse. Communication challenges ...
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Season 8
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Episode 17
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52:41
Pressure of Modern Parenting: Making Tough Decisions about Discipline and Your Children's Health
Ever feel overwhelmed by the endless decisions you have to make as a parent - not to mention the barrage of advice from experts with ever-changing opinions? In this episode, we get the treat of having two of the next generation Ales...
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Season 8
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Episode 16
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34:45
Become Better! How The Right Habits Can Set You Up for Success in 2026
Are you truly becoming a better person in 2026? Or are you just building things that won't bring you joy long-term? In this episode, you'll discover how to become a better version of yourself in 2026 by developing the right habits, ...
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Season 8
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Episode 15
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51:27
Brothers on the Hunt: How We Build Strong Connections with New In-Laws
What can you learn about your new brother-in-law while spending hours in a hunting blind? In this episode, we introduce the newest member of the family, Christian Catalayud, as he shares how he's growing a relationship with his new brothers-in-...
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Season 8
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Episode 14
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49:17
No More Excuses! How to Achieve Your 2026 Goals (w/ Chris Hart of Brave Coaches)
Wondering why your New Year’s resolutions never seem to stick?As we kick off a new year, Chris Alessi teams up with his coach and close friend Chris Hart to break down the real reason that so many people fail to keep their New Year's res...
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Season 8
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Episode 13
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47:01
Hidden Truth of Hormones: Revealing the Health Questions Every Woman Should Be Asking
Has the medical establishment missed the boat when it comes to women's health? In this important and hard-hitting episode, Mary Alessi and her longtime friend Mory Martinez dive deep into the hidden crisis affecting women from their...
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Season 8
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Episode 12
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53:27
Unhappy Holidays? How to Maintain Your Mental Health When the Christmas Season Causes Stress
Are the holidays bringing more emotional chaos than cheer into your life?Join Steve Alessi, Lauren Alessi, and licensed mental health counselor Ryan Landau as they unpack the real challenges of holiday stress, seasonal mood swings, and f...
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Season 8
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Episode 11
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49:32
Should Christians Avoid Scary Movies? How to Decide What Your Family Watches
In this episode, Steve and Mary Alessi are diving into a topic every Christian family wrestles with—what should we be watching? When shows like Stranger Things and other popular series are based on dark themes, violence and anti-fam...
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Season 8
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Episode 10
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46:19
Finding the Right Place: What We Learned from our House Hunting Journey
Sometimes when you're looking for something - you find out a LOT more about yourself in the process. That's definitely what the Muinas discovered. In this episode, Stephanie and Christopher Muiña take you behind the scenes of their...
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Season 8
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Episode 9
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40:49
Sisters in New Seasons: How We're Managing the Shift From Singleness to Marriage
Are you struggling to accept that your family is changing - even when it's for the best? It happens in every family relationship - especially among siblings who are used to relating to each other, until a potential spouse comes into...
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Season 8
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Episode 8
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47:47
Smartphone or Smart Parent? How to Be Fully Present with Your Family (with guest Joey Odom)
Ever have that guilty feeling when you realize you were on your phone during a conversation with a loved one? It's not just a harmless habit. It's a real danger to the mental health and vitality of your family - and it could harm th...
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Season 8
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Episode 7
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52:11
Drop the Defensiveness! How to Delete Drama and Instantly Improve Your Relationships
If the title of this episode made you feel attacked - then you're the person that needs to listen the most. In this episode, Steve and Mary Alessi are tackling one of the biggest relationship killers—defensiveness. You'll hear raw, ...
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Season 8
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Episode 6
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54:47
How to Plan the BEST Holiday Season Ever (Even with a Complicated Family)
Ready or not - the holidays are here......and if you're already feeling the pressure, we're here to help! In this week's episode, Steve and Mary Alessi are getting into the holiday spirit early and sharing their best tips for...
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Season 8
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Episode 5
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47:45
Should Christians Accept Rewards? Getting Real about Award Shows and Paying Pastors
Ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes at Christian award shows—and what happens when ministry collides with business and industry? In this episode, we dive deep into the debate around worship music award shows and whet...
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Season 8
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Episode 4
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48:25
Pushed to the Limit? How to Handle More in Your Life Without Crashing Out
What do you do when big blessings come with big problems? In this episode, Chris and Richelle Alessi share some very exciting news while also opening up about navigating one of their most exciting and challenging seasons yet....
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Season 8
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Episode 3
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42:02
Charlie Kirk: Why We Didn't Talk About The Tragedy Until Now
When tragedy and controversy hit our country, how do Christian families and church leaders respond with wisdom, love, and truth? In this heartfelt conversation, Steve and Mary Alessi reflect on the recent assassination of Charlie Ki...
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Season 8
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Episode 2
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54:58
A New Season! How to Let Go of Your Kids and Hold On to What Matters
New season, new challenges - but family is STILL everybody's business! In this heartfelt premiere of season 8, Steve and Mary open up about major life transitions and the powerful emotions that come with letting go of their youngest...
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Season 8
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Episode 1
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57:53