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It Takes a Family

Eagle Ranch
Parenting
Eagle Ranch
Family Dynamics
Blended Families
Child Development
Foster Care
Counseling
Parenting Challenges
Childhood Experiences
Faith
Forgiveness
Nurture and Structure
Emotional Intelligence
Self-Improvement
Community
Community Support
Mental Health
Gospel Parenting
Genogram
Choice-Consequences Model

Every family has challenges, but sometimes it feels like you're navigating more than your share. How do you find a path to healing and hope?

Welcome to It Takes a Family, the podcast that helps parents move from desperation to hope by providing practical guidance and real-world insights.

Each week, hosts Andy and Kelly, alongside experts and fellow parents, share stories and lessons from the tren... more

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If we want to help Gen Z thrive, we have to help them tell a better story.

In this episode of Season 2, Andy and Kelly sit down with Dr. Stephanie Shackelford to explore how today’s teens are interpreting their lives—and why so many feel stuck.

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If we want to help Gen Z thrive, we can’t just encourage connection—we have to understand how we’re actually wired for it.

In this special bonus episode of Season 2, Andy and Kelly sit down with Dr. Curt Thompson—psychiatrist, speaker, and author—to... more

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If we want to help Gen Z thrive, we can’t just encourage connection—we have to help them experience relationships built through shared life.

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If we want to help Gen Z thrive, we have to look closely at one of the most powerful influences on their well-being: connection.

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Recent Guests

John Cunnings
Director of the Boys' Program at Eagle Ranch with over 20 years of experience in parenting and education.
Eagle Ranch
Episode: BONUS EPISODE! Nurture & Structure: The 5 Steps to Choice & Consequence Training
Davon Stack
Married with four children, long-time experience in student ministry and now shepherding at Perimeter Church.
Perimeter Church
Episode: What is Gospel Parenting? He Did It All, We Get It All
Wade Pierce
Educator, Senior Director of Program at Eagle Ranch, and foster/adoptive parent.
Eagle Ranch
Episode: Your Child's Unique Gifts: Finding Triggers, Currency, and Connection Part 2
Dr. Fred Haselden
Director of Education at Eagle Ranch, expert in child development
Eagle Ranch
Episode: Your Child's Unique Gifts: Finding Triggers, Currency, and Connection Part 1
Jennifer Smith
Day program counselor and licensed professional counselor
Eagle Ranch
Episode: Your Child's Unique Gifts: Finding Triggers, Currency, and Connection Part 1
Dr. Stephanie Shackelford
Senior Fellow at The Barna Group, researcher on Gen Z and mental health.
The Barna Group
Episode: Community: Thriving in an Epidemic of Loneliness Part 1
John Adams
A foster care advocate and teacher
Episode: Nurture & Structure: Striking a Balance in Your Parenting Part 2
Cassie Adams
A foster care advocate and teacher
Episode: Nurture & Structure: Striking a Balance in Your Parenting Part 2
John Price
Counselor at Eagle Ranch and former houseparent
Eagle Ranch
Episode: Family Dynamics: What Doesn't Get Healed Gets Transferred Part 2

Hosts

Andy
Co-host of the show; frequent host with Eagle Ranch ties and family-healing focus.
Kelly Brewer
Co-host and parenting expert; brings personal experiences and expert insight on parenting and family dynamics.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • Wise & Practical advice on Parenting

    I love hearing from the different perspectives on parenting, family and relationships. I learn something practical every episode. Thanks👍👍

    Apple Podcasts
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    John C-JC
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the practical, real-world parenting tips and the variety of perspectives on family dynamics.
The tone blends warmth with expert insight, making difficult topics accessible and hopeful.
Guests are consistently relevant to parenting, fostering, and child development, contributing to actionable takeaways.
Some episodes feel deeply faith-oriented, which may align or not with every potential listener or sponsor depending on audience values.

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#82
Italy/Kids & Family/Parenting
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#140
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HOLIDAY BONUS: Balance Hopes & Expectations with Molly Hughes
Q: What happens when boundaries aren't kept?
Boundaries are about your own actions and responses, not about controlling others. If boundaries are crossed, you must follow through with your own response.
What is Gospel Parenting? He Did It All, We Get It All
Q: What hope would you have for any listener who's like, man, I'm in it right now. This is really hard?
Davon encourages listeners to lean into God's Word and find community, stating that God provides everything needed for life and godliness.
What is Gospel Parenting? He Did It All, We Get It All
Q: How does that now apply to our parenting?
Davon emphasizes that parenting requires reliance on God's power and the need for community support, rather than solely on one's own abilities.
What is Gospel Parenting? He Did It All, We Get It All
Q: Can you frame for us how you define the word, the Gospel?
Davon outlines the Gospel as a narrative that begins with humanity having a perfect relationship with God, losing it through sin, and the redemptive work of Jesus restoring that relationship.
Your Child's Unique Gifts: Finding Triggers, Currency, and Connection Part 2
Q: How can parents maintain a great relationship with their children?
Wade emphasized that the key is to remain curious and patient, allowing children to make their own decisions without pressure, which fosters deeper connections.

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Frequently Asked Questions About It Takes a Family

What is It Takes a Family about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show targets parents and caregivers seeking practical, real-world guidance for navigating difficult or everyday family seasons. Episodes emphasize whole-family healing, healthy boundary-setting, and understanding a child's unique story, often through faith-based perspectives and programs from Eagle Ranch. Listeners can expect relatable host banter alongside experts such as counselors, educators, foster-care professionals, and church/community leaders who share concrete strategies for improving communication, parenting skills, and family resilience. A standout pattern is the consistent integration of trauma-informed perspectives, community support, and the notion that healing is possible through structured nurture, boundaries, and share... more

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2. Davon Stack
3. Wade Pierce
4. Dr. Fred Haselden
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8. Cassie Adams

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