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The Parent Pivot Podcast

Steve and Julia Cummings
Adult Children
Family Dynamics
Parenting
Christianity
Multi-Generational Living
Parenting Adult Children
Boundaries
Family Relationships
Relationships
Grandparents
Finances
Relinquishment
Wedding
The Parent Pivot
Disruption In Family Norms
Passive Aggressive Behavior
Adult Children Relationships
Parenting and Empty Nest Life
Parent-Child Relationship
Empty Nest

We are Steve and Julia Cummings and we are empty nesters who desire to maintain healthy relationship with our adult children. We have found that something needs to change in us, the parent, when our child becomes an adult. We need to ”pivot” from parenting, to partnering. What does that look like? When do I say something and when do I not? Why won’t they listen to me? We address these questions an... more

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What if one of the greatest gift you could give your adult child isn’t advice, correction, or another solution—but your blessing?

“The Lord bless you and keep you;

the Lord make his face shine on you

    and be gracious to you;

the Lord turn his ... more

This week on The Parent Pivot Podcast, we’re continuing our conversation with our long-time friends, Jon and Cherie Talbert, on Multi-Generational Family Living.

In Part 2, we go deeper into what it looks like to build a family culture where multipl... more

This week on The Parent Pivot Podcast, we’re going back to one of our favorite conversations with our long-time friends, Jon and Cherie Talbert on Multi-Generational Family Living.

What happens when adult children, aging parents, grandparents, and g... more

Grandbaby #7 is arriving and Steve and Julia will be back next week with new content. Please enjoy this "Best of" episode.

It's bound to happen.  Your adult child is hurt by something they see their grandparents do for their sibling and not for them... more

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Recent Guests

Jon Talbert
Guest on episode, long-time friend of the hosts
Talbert family
Episode: "Best of The Parent Pivot Podcast" - Multi-Generational Family Living Part 1: Interview with Jon & Cheri Talbert
Cheri Talbert
Guest on episode, Jon's partner in life and co-architect of the living arrangement
Talbert family
Episode: "Best of The Parent Pivot Podcast" - Multi-Generational Family Living Part 1: Interview with Jon & Cheri Talbert
Jamilyn Cummings
Daughter; World Race alum, performer, and maker of mission-focused work
World Race / Missions and Entertainment field
Episode: When You Let Them Go: How Releasing Your Adult Child Can Strengthen Your Relationship
Seth Barnes
Founder of Adventures in Missions
Adventures in Missions
Episode: The Courage to Release: Pivoting with Adult Children in an Anxious World. Interview with Seth Barnes
Dr. Kathy Koch
Founder of Celebrate Kids; author and educator
Celebrate Kids
Episode: The Hardest Pivot: Loving Your Adult Children Without Losing Yourself - Interview with Dr Kathy Koch
Miriam Groom
CEO and founder; organizational and career therapist, human behavior specialist
Mindful Career / mindfulcareer.ca | mindfulcareer.com
Episode: Seen, Not Controlled: The Secret to Staying Close to Your Adult Child - Interview with Miriam Groom
Jeff Allen
Comedian, longtime entertainer and public speaker
Self
Episode: "Best of The Parent Pivot Podcast:" Comedy, Empty Nesting and Ecclesiastes - Interview with Comedian Jeff Allen
Jill Savage
Founder of Hearts at Home; author and speaker
Hearts at Home
Episode: "Best of The Parent Pivot Podcast" - How to Thrive After Your Kids Leave Home: Interview with Jill Savage
Jill Tillmann
Author of Pour the Wine, speaker, life coach
Author of Pour the Wine; life coach
Episode: "Best of the Parent Pivot Podcast" - Interview with Gill Tillmann

Hosts

Julia Cummings
Co-host and educator focused on family dynamics and faith-based guidance.
Steve Cummings
Co-host and experienced parent focusing on practical tools for partnering with adult children.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • Must listen for empty nesters

    As a parent to 4 small children, having a solid relationship with my parents and in-laws is crucial. TPPP helps all parties involved! Listen listen listen!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WesSide705
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thank you

    Love this Podcast. You are filling a void for people like me who want to continue to have great relationships with their children. I am learning so much & I highly recommend this to others with children who are either leaving the nest soon or are already gone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Words girl 1234567
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    My husband and I have 7 adult children between the two of us, and I have been listening for a week, and I can relate to this podcast . I really appreciate it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Skwyatt0530
    United States2 years ago
  • Just the right moment

    I’ve known Steve for a while and this podcast is right what we needed. I met Steve several months ago and we’ve been sneaking a breakfast together every once in a while. It doesn’t surprise me that he is so effective and that his wife is so detailed and has such a wisdom to offer. I wish both of them the best and will listen with a lot of interest. We are shortly before being empty-nesters and need information like this to survive. I wish Steve and Julie the best with their work and expect nothi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dqdude
    United States4 years ago
  • Changing Times

    I just listened to Steve and Julia and really enjoyed their take and perspective on this new phase in our lives. This is uncharted waters for my wife and me and am grateful to go through it with others. I also enjoyed their humour and transparency as they too are thick in this life adventure.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DB & Clan
    United States4 years ago

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Honest, faith-forward guidance; practical tips you can use.
Relatable and insightful; great advice for empty nesters.
Warm, authentic hosts who model compassionate parenting-to-partnering.
Encouraging guest mix with real-life stories and frameworks for growth.

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"Best of The Parent Pivot Podcast" - Multi-Generational Family Living Part 2: Interview with Jon & Cheri Talbert
Q: How do you broach lifestyle disagreements with adult children living on the property?
We prioritize relationship, pick our battles, and engage in conversations with love, aiming to preserve proximity so we can influence when the time is right.
"Best of The Parent Pivot Podcast" - Multi-Generational Family Living Part 2: Interview with Jon & Cheri Talbert
Q: What is your philosophy on surviving financially while living in a multi-generational setup?
We rely on trust in the Lord but also practice good stewardship. We're frugal, prioritize generosity, and avoid lavish spending while maintaining a sense of security for the family.
The Courage to Release: Pivoting with Adult Children in an Anxious World. Interview with Seth Barnes
Q: What is listening prayer, in simple terms, and how should parents think about it with their kids?
Listening prayer is about creating space for God to speak, viewing the relationship as a dialogue rather than a one-way monologue, and encouraging mutual listening between parent and child as part of faith and mission.
"Best of The Parent Pivot Podcast" - How to Thrive After Your Kids Leave Home: Interview with Jill Savage
Q: What advice would you give to parents as their kids launch?
Recognize the transition as a season of loss and gain, lovingly detach from solving their problems, and reframe identity beyond parenting. Embrace grace, adjust expectations (especially around holidays), and pursue shared new interests with your partner to keep your relationship strong.
The Hardest Pivot: Loving Your Adult Children Without Losing Yourself - Interview with Dr Kathy Koch
Q: What stands out most in conversations about adult children?
Dr. Koch emphasizes grief, loss of expected family dynamics, and the need to work through that grief while offering practical, permission-based guidance to protect relationships.

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Relatable, faith-informed conversation about navigating the transition from parenting to partnering with adult children. Across episodes, the hosts and guests explore emotional maturity, boundaries, letting go, and practical strategies for staying connected while granting independence. The show often blends personal anecdotes with actionable tips, framed through a Christian lens, and emphasizes relationship over control. A notable strength is the consistent focus on maintaining healthy marriages and family dynamics as kids launch, plus guests who are practitioners in parenting, therapy, and faith-based guidance, offering tangible steps for listeners contemplating similar transitions.

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1. Jon Talbert
2. Cheri Talbert
3. Jamilyn Cummings
4. Seth Barnes
5. Dr. Kathy Koch
6. Miriam Groom
7. Jeff Allen
8. Jill Savage

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