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Raising Boys & Girls

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Welcome to the Raising Boys and Girls Podcast with Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan. In each episode of this podcast, we’ll share some of what we’re learning in the work we do with kids and families on a daily basis at Daystar Counseling Ministries. Our goal is to help you care for the kids in your life with a little more understanding, a little more practical help, and a whole lot ... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes390Founded8 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Sissy Goff and David Thomas sit down with father and son Randy and Scott Hearon for a deeply honest conversation about the father-son relationship. Through stories spanning childhood, adolescence, and adulthood, they explore the messages boys receive... more

In episode 382, Sissy Goff and David Thomas continue their Capable Connections series by exploring the unique relationship between fathers and sons. They discuss how fatherhood shapes both men and children, while highlighting challenges boys face aro... more

In this episode, Shawn Johnson East and Andrew East discuss the importance of commitment, resilience, and raising capable kids. Drawing from their experiences as elite athletes and parents, they share how supportive parents helped them build confiden... more

Lisa Whelchel and Haven Weits share a rich and honest conversation about raising capable kids, cultivating independence, and building a strong mother-daughter relationship that lasts into adulthood. Through stories of entrepreneurship, trust, conflic... more

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Recent Guests

Randy Hearon
Father of Scott Hearon; recovering alcoholic; sales leader; grandfather
Family of Scott Hearon; NCC founder
Episode: Episode 383: An Honest Conversation about Fathers and Sons with Scott and Randy Hearon
Scott Hearon
Son of Randy Hearon; father and business leader; former athlete
Family of Randy Hearon; NCC leader
Episode: Episode 383: An Honest Conversation about Fathers and Sons with Scott and Randy Hearon
Shawn Johnson East
Former elite gymnast, entrepreneur, host of Couple Things podcast
Family Made / Couple Things
Episode: Episode 381: Where Commitment Meets Capability with Shawn Johnson and Andrew East
Andrew East
Former professional athlete, entrepreneur, host of Couple Things podcast
Family Made / Couple Things
Episode: Episode 381: Where Commitment Meets Capability with Shawn Johnson and Andrew East
Haven Weitz
Los Angeles-based podcaster and entrepreneur, host of The Haven Podcast
Evergreen Network
Episode: Episode 380: An Honest Conversation about Mothers and Daughters with Haven Weits and Lisa Whelchel
Lisa Whelchel
Actress, author, and public speaker; founder of MomTime Ministries
MomTime Ministries
Episode: Episode 380: An Honest Conversation about Mothers and Daughters with Haven Weits and Lisa Whelchel
Cory Cotton
Dude Perfect member and co-founder
Dude Perfect
Episode: Episode 378: Learning to Fail, Trusting God and Trick Shots with Dude Perfect
Garrett Hilbert
Dude Perfect member
Dude Perfect
Episode: Episode 378: Learning to Fail, Trusting God and Trick Shots with Dude Perfect
Tyler Toney
Dude Perfect member
Dude Perfect
Episode: Episode 378: Learning to Fail, Trusting God and Trick Shots with Dude Perfect

Hosts

David Thomas
Co-host of Raising Boys & Girls; Daystar Counseling Ministries
Sissy Goff
Host/guest expert on girls and family dynamics; Daystar Counseling Ministries

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.3k ratings
  • Narcissistic Middle Years!?

    The fact that you use a time of life this way shows a complete lack of empathy for these challenged kids. Check yourself. Despicable - this is not the way you handle this age group. Shame on you for not seeing kids, only frustrated parents.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Teacher1981NYC
    United Statesa month ago
  • Such a blessing!

    This podcast is such a blessing to my parenting toolbox. I am so grateful for all the lessons and topics they cover. I feel more equipped to parent well and also have my heart pointed to what matters most. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Azzz!
    Canada2 months ago
  • Best Parenting Podcast

    This is hands-down, my favorite podcast. I have shared so many episodes with friends and am so thankful for the work that they are doing to build up families and kiddos. They somehow strike the perfect balance of encouragement as well as truth and challenge. Thank you Raising Boys and Girls team! What a blessing this podcast is 🤍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kels0016
    United States3 months ago
  • Grateful for the thoroughness and thoughtfulness your pour into each episode !!

    Your season of enneagram research/interviews was so incredibly helpful. The way you organized first the general session of the type/number and then followed it with the interview of a parent of that type was genius. I listened to it alone, with my husband and then alone again to get out all of the valuable nuggets of information. I learned so many new things that I had never before knew about the enneagram and how it intersects/affects parenting. Thank you for the amazing work you guys do!! It... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    georgioj
    United States4 months ago
  • Great podcast, but the ads!

    It’s a great podcast, I’ll give them that. The ads, however - are unbearable. Forced, fake, and sound like they are written by AI. Be ready to use that 30 sec forward button!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    JessW519
    United States4 months ago

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Content is valued for faith-aligned, hopeful, and actionable parenting strategies.
Guest experts and authors are repeatedly described as insightful and research-informed.
Listeners praise practical coaching and compassionate guidance for parenting.

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Episode 378: Learning to Fail, Trusting God and Trick Shots with Dude Perfect
Q: What keeps your friendship strong while running a business together?
Regular honest communication, the practice of saying 'I'm sorry' when wrong, and weekly owner's box meetings to clear the slate and maintain trust.
Episode 378: Learning to Fail, Trusting God and Trick Shots with Dude Perfect
Q: How did you learn to handle failure and build confidence in your craft?
Through repeated attempts, teamwork, and the understanding that anything worth doing is hard; failure is a natural part of improvement, and patience and faith help you push through until you succeed.
Episode 378: Learning to Fail, Trusting God and Trick Shots with Dude Perfect
Q: What made you want to start doing trick shots?
We started in college, bonding over basketball and friendly competitions, filming backyard tricks on YouTube, and realizing that making videos could become something bigger as we kept pushing to one-up each other.
Episode 370: From Trauma to Regulation to Resilience with Neurobiologist Dr. Bruce Perry
Q: For any parent trying to understand differences between stress, adversity, and trauma, what are the key distinctions they should keep in mind?
The guest clarifies that stress is a normal, even necessary part of development, whereas distress is excessive stress that can hinder learning; trauma involves prolonged activation and lasting changes to the stress system, and regulation strategies can transform stress into resilience.
Episode 370: From Trauma to Regulation to Resilience with Neurobiologist Dr. Bruce Perry
Q: And we would love for you to talk about how you define trauma in a way that helps parents and professionals both hold the term with clarity and respect, and why misusing the word matters.
Dr. Perry explains that trauma should be viewed through a physiological and developmental lens, focusing on the activation and pattern of the stress-response system over time rather than only labeling an event, which helps tailor supports rather than pathologize experiences.

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A practical, faith-informed parenting show that centers on raising children across developmental stages. Episodes frequently explore resilience, autonomy, and identity, with a strong emphasis on healthy boundaries, regulation, and compassionate guidance for kids and teens. Guests range from pediatric and clinical experts to authors and educators, all contributing actionable strategies for families, teachers, and mentors. The show frequently highlights how faith, family connection, and community support shape healthy development, while offering real-world tips, book recommendations, and tools for immediate use. A notable strength is its consistent integration of research-backed insights with relatable parenting stories, making it helpful for... more

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Recent guests on Raising Boys & Girls include:

1. Randy Hearon
2. Scott Hearon
3. Shawn Johnson East
4. Andrew East
5. Haven Weitz
6. Lisa Whelchel
7. Cory Cotton
8. Garrett Hilbert

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