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MESSmerized - Funny and faith based encouragement in marriage , family , Christian parenting , and finding purpose

Cynthia Yanof
Parenting
Faith
Christianity
Friendship
Marriage
Christmas
Prayer
Mental Health
Grief
Motherhood
Anxiety
Body Image
Christian Parenting
Rest
Holy Spirit
College Life
Thanksgiving
Family Relationships
Bible
ADHD

Welcome to Cynthia Yanof’s newest podcast, MESSmerized. Each week you’ll hear funny, authentic, and vulnerable conversations around everyday life, parenting, and following Jesus. A variety of guests will challenge us to pursue a life filled with the things that really do matter. Cynthia Yanof is the host as well as an author, speaker, wife, and mother. She’s relatable, funny, and dead-set on never... more

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If you’ve ever cried after dropping a kid at college and then immediately enjoyed the quiet house and clean kitchen… this episode is for you. I sit down with my friend, speaker, and longtime Pardon the Mess host Courtney DeFeo for a conversation that... more

Happy Mother’s Day week, friends. Truly—sending you lots of love this week. 💐

Now before I say anything else… I implore you to listen to this episode. Consider this your Mother’s Day gift from me. It is that good. Like sit-in-the-car-after-it-ends-... more

With Mother’s Day around the corner, I’m kicking off a month of conversations focused on moms and the people we love most—and it felt only right to start by bringing on one of my own kids.

So I sat down with Kate (my daughter) and Molly (her “great ... more

Today’s episode starts with my youngest… accidentally macing the entire second floor of our house. If you haven’t heard this story, you’re missing out.

And then, naturally, we pivot to: are we raising kids who can actually handle life?

I sat down w... more

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Molly Hunter
Molly, Kate's friend and guest
UT Austin student, engaged
Episode: Episode 146: What College Didn’t Teach Them: Molly and Kate on Faith, Friendship, and Finding Your Person
Sallye Clark
Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist
Connections Counseling, Richardson, Texas
Episode: Episode 144: Understanding Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating with Sallye Clark
Jon Acuff
Author, Speaker
Jon Acuff (Author/Speaker)
Episode: Episode 143: Stop Putting It Off: Jon Acuff on Procrastination, Goals, and Getting Started
Steve Frissell
Pastor at Bentree Bible Church
Bentree Bible
Episode: Episode 142: Hosanna, Easter Ham, and Reframing Holy Week with Steve Frissell
Tiffany Stein
Author of Mourning God; pastor's wife; educator
Author, Speaker, and Teacher
Episode: Episode 139: Wrestling with God through Loss and Disappointment with Tiffany Stein
Mary Marantz
Author and speaker known for her work on self-worth and overcoming underestimation
Episode: Episode 136: Underestimated, Overthinking, and Showing Up Anyway with Mary Marantz
Tara Beth Leach
Author of 'The Great Morning Revolution', Pastor at a church in Naperville, Illinois
Naperville Church
Episode: Episode 128: Resetting Your Soul for a New Year with Tara Beth Leach
Sherri Hughes-Gragg
Author and speaker, sharing her journey and insights on compassion in faith.
Author of 'The Compassionate Christ'
Episode: Episode 127: A Compassionate Jesus in a Chaotic Season with Sherri Hughes-Gragg
Abby Kuykendall
Author of 'Let the Biscuits Burn' and a cookbook called 'A Living Table.'
Episode: Episode 125: A Jesus, Walmart, and Paper Plates Holiday Hospitality with Abby Kuykendall

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 227 ratings
  • Kate and Molly

    So enjoyed. Great!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hle—
    United States20 days ago
  • Book release

    Happy book release week. May the LORD provide in all the details.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hle—
    United States4 months ago
  • Book

    So great hearing about your new book today

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hle—
    United States4 months ago
  • Wow

    Toni collier so real.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Hle—
    United States9 months ago
  • A virtual mentor mom

    For me, hearing from Cynthia in the “next stage” of parenting is so helpful. I love hearing that she enjoys her teenagers, struggled like I did with some of the little kid stuff, and most of all I love hearing about her mother-daughter relationship as I have three girls! This show gives me hope and perspective as well as encouragement in Christian parenting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stefanie.Unertl
    United States9 months ago

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Episodes are seen as uplifting, with guests bringing helpful insights for parenting and marriage.
The show is praised for its humor balanced with meaningful spiritual reflection.
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Listeners describe the host as real, relatable, and funny while staying true to faith.
Reviews highlight practical faith-based parenting and supportive, encouraging conversations.

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Episode 145: The “Crisis of Capability”: David Thomas and Sissy Goff on Raising Kids Who Can Handle Real Life
Q: What practical steps can parents take today to foster capability in their children?
Encourage small acts of independence, implement 100 capable-building exercises in the book, practice flexibility (e.g., altering seating at dinner), and model coping through real-life discussions and supportive, non-pushy guidance.
Episode 145: The “Crisis of Capability”: David Thomas and Sissy Goff on Raising Kids Who Can Handle Real Life
Q: How should parents shift from a focus on relief to building sturdiness and capability?
Parents should emphasize hard and soft skills, provide opportunities for kids to face challenges, narrate their own experiences to teach coping, and practice flexibility in daily routines to reduce anxiety and promote agency.
Episode 145: The “Crisis of Capability”: David Thomas and Sissy Goff on Raising Kids Who Can Handle Real Life
Q: What does the current state of the union of our kiddos look like and what changes are needed?
The guests describe a crisis of capability where kids are less prepared for life due to factors like technology, over-diagnosis culture, and overprotective parenting; they advocate focusing on resilience-building skills, experiential learning, and empowering parents to lean back and let kids practice coping and independence.
Episode 144: Understanding Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating with Sallye Clark
Q: How can someone start the conversation with a loved one about concerns without making things worse?
Lead with curiosity, express observations without accusations, check in about changes in interests or activities, and encourage seeking professional guidance; emphasize that you're there for support and to help, not to shame.
Episode 144: Understanding Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating with Sallye Clark
Q: What early signs should families watch for in a loved one's relationship with food?
Rigid food rules, constant planning around meals or exercise, preoccupation with calories, and social withdrawal or missing out on activities due to food concerns can all be early indicators warranting a check-in and possible professional assessment.

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A faith-forward, family-oriented show that blends humor with honest conversations about parenting, marriage, and everyday faith. Across episodes, listeners hear practical guidance on Christian parenting, dating and relationships, personal growth, and living with intention—often through interviews with authors, pastors, and other faith-based experts. The show leans into authentic storytelling, candid family dynamics, and actionable insights for navigating life with faith at the center, making it helpful for Christian parents, couples, and anyone seeking encouragement in their daily messes. A standout is the mix of lighthearted banter and deep spiritual reflection, frequently featuring practical takeaways and book recommendations from engagin... more

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1. Molly Hunter
2. Sallye Clark
3. Jon Acuff
4. Steve Frissell
5. Tiffany Stein
6. Mary Marantz
7. Tara Beth Leach
8. Sherri Hughes-Gragg

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